1962 APR 23 CC MINA regular meeting of
California, was held in the (
on the above date. Prior to
joined in pledging allegiance
followed by an invocation by
Scientist, E1 Segundo.
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E1 Segundo, California
April 23, 1962
the City Council of the City of E1 Segundo,
'.ouncil Chamber of the City Hall of said City
calling the meeting to order, those present
to the Flag of the United States of America,
Mr. Jack Clark,' of First Church of Christ,
The meeting was then called to order by Wilburn E. Baker, Mayor,
the hour being 7:00 o'clock p.m.
ROLL CALL
Councilmen Present: Frederick, Kimport, Swanson, Tandy and
Mayor Baker;
Councilmen Absent: None.
READING OF THE MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS
The minutes of the regular meeting of the City Council of the City
of E1 Segundo, California, held April 9, 1962, and of the adjourned regular
meeting of said Council held April 17, 1962, having been read and no
error or omission having been noted, it was moved by Councilman Frederick,
seconded by Councilman Kimport, the minutes of said meetings be approved
as recorded. Motion carried.
The City Clerk announced she had received from Robert W. Frederick
his declaration of campaign expenses pursuant to provisions of Article 3,
Chapter 1, Division 8 of the Election Code. The City Clerk thereupon
issued certificate of election to Councilman Frederick, who immediately took
and subscribed to his Constitutional Oath of Office, and filed same with the
City Clerk.
during his absence
Mayor Baker stated Councilman Frederick[had been nominated and
elected as Mayor pro tempore at the adjourned regular meeting of the City
Council held April 17th„ such action of nomination and appointment was readopted
with Councilman Frederick accepting the office.
At this time, Mayor * Baker presented the following service pins:
Mr. J. J. Iind, Treatment Plant Operator, 25 years,
Mr. Clifford Smith, Water Superintendent, 25 Years,
Mr. Vernon Wood, Deputy Chief of Police, 20 years,
Mr. Walter W. Swanson, City Councilman, 10 years,
and thanked them for their loyalty and cooperation on behalf of the City.
Mayor Baker then presented a certificate of appreciation to Mr. F. J.
(Tex McCord), editor of the El Segundo Herald newspaper, and an engraved
key , to the City, in recognition of his outstanding cooperation and exemplary
work with the City Council during the past year.
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
1. Mayor Baker announced that this was the time and place here-
tofore fixed for the reception of bids for construction of Sanitary Booster
Pump Stations Nos. 7, • 10, 11 and 12, in the City of E1 Segundo, in accord-
ance with City Specifications No. 6.1 -4a, and inquired of the Clerk if she had
any bids therefor, to which the Clerk replied she had three bids in her
possession. It was then moved by Councilman Tandy, seconded by Councilman
Swanson, and unanimously carried, that said bids be opened, examined and
publicly declared, which bids are as follows:
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Alternate Bid
John L Meek Construction Co., Inc. $52,260.00 $ 51, 920. 00
The Gallacher Company 60, 473.00 58, 233.00
J. K. McCall and W. A. Nesbitt,
a Joint Venture 71, 200. 00 68, 150.00
Moved by Councilman Frederick, seconded by Councilman Kimport,
said bids be referred to the Director of Public Works for checking and
report later at this meeting. Motion carried.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
The following written communications received from persons,
firms or corporations hereinafter named, ' were read to the Council and
were disposed of in the following manner:
1. VETERANS ADDRESSING SERVICE, Mr. Harwood Hellen,
Administrator, requesting permission to paint a house number on a glass
beaded background on the vertical surface of the curbing in front of every
residence in the City.
Mayor Baker stated such a request had been presented to the
Council several times before, and in each case had been denied. After
consideration, it was moved by Councilman Swanson, seconded by Coun-
cilman Frederick, the request be denied. Motion carried.
2. MR. TOM ROBERTSON, realtor, registering opposition to
Policemen and Firemen engaging in other business not related to their
respective work. By general consent, the matter was referred to the
City Manager for report.
3. MRS. JAMES L. WILSON and family, expressing appreciation
for Police and Fire Department help on March 26th for Mr. James
Wilson. A copy of said letter having been given to the Police and Fire
Departments, the communication was ordered filed. Mayor Baker ex-
pressed appreciation for the many letters of commendation received
for service rendered by these departments.
4. LOS ANGELES COUNTY BOUNDARY COMMISSION, being
notice that the City of Gardena had filed a proposal with said Com-
mission for Annexation No. 62 -3 to said City. Ordered filed.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Mr. Wesley T. Anderson, 904 Lomita Street, E1 Segundo,
addressed the °Council regarding the letter to the Council by Mr. Tom
Robertson; that the two men referred to in his letter are licensed
under the State of California to sell real estate; that they are working
for him and that in his opinion they are two of the finest men who
could be in the real estate business, and not only do a good job for
the City when they are working, but also perform a good service for
the people of E1 Segundo and for people seeking homes in E1 Segundo.
REPORTS OF OFFICERS AND SPECIAL COMMITTEES
CITY MANAGER SAILORS MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS:
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1. That the possibility of maintaining a Joint Fire Dispatching
Service with Hawthorne and possibly with Gardena, had been under study
for some time; that the budget included provisions for installation of
fire alarms in the industrial area; that since the telephone company
is the agency selected, these alarms could be terminated in Hawthorne
rather than E1 Segundo for a very slight increase in monthly rental,
and upon the recommendation of the Fire Chief, he also recommended
that this City contract immediately with the telephone company to
accomplish the proposed work. It had been estimated by the telephone
company that a nine months period would be required to complete the
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installation. He further stated that such a joint fire dispatching service
would result in substantial savings to the City.
Moved by Councilman Swanson, seconded by Councilman Kimport,
the above recommendation be approved.
Carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Frederick, Kimport, Swanson, Tandy and
Mayor Baker;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilmen None.
2. That Emmanuel A. Dunne, Fireman, had requested a leave of
absence without pay from June 1 through August 30th for personal
reasons, and he recommended said leave be granted.
Moved by Councilman Frederick, seconded by Councilman Kimport,
the above recommendation be approved.
Carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Frederick, Kimport, Swanson, Tandy and
Mayor Baker;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilmen None.
3. That informal quotations were solicited for the construction
of a storage building at the Recreation Center; the low bid received was
from Layne Brothers, general contractors, in amount of $3,693.80. In-
asmuch as this amount exceeded the original estimate of $2, 500, it was
recommended that this building be advertised in the usual manner cover-
ing items of public works in excess of $2, 500. 00/
Moved by Councilman Tandy, seconded by Councilman Swanson, the
above recommendation be approved and that the Director of Public Works
be authorized to complete plans and specifications for said storage building
and that the City Clerk be authorized to advertise for bids.
Carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Frederick, Kimport, Swanson, Tandy and
Mayor Baker;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilmen None.
4. Requested permission to take four days vacation beginning May 8, 1962.
Moved by Councilman Frederick, seconded by Councilman Tandy, the
above recommendation be approved. Motion carried
CITY ATTORNEY BUSH MADE REPORT AS FOLLOWS:
1. As requested, he presented a resolution commending Mr. Adam `
Bolton, former Mayor of Gardena, for many years of service to the South
Bay area. Thereafter, it was moved by Councilman Frederick, seconded
by Councilman Tandy, the following resolution be adopted:
WHEREAS, Adam Bolton, City of Gardena Councilman for
twenty years and City of Gardena Mayor for ten years thereof,
has voluntarily elected to retire from public office; and
WHEREAS, the announcement of this decision of Adam Bolton
to retire from his councilmanic services will remove from the
official fam%ly of Gardena one of our friends and constituents who
unreservedly has cooperated with the officials of Gardena's sister
cities of the South Bay; and
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WHEREAS, Adam Bolton has exhibited an untiring and
devoted interest to his city and all of the South Bay area
through his continued. personal and official efforts to co-
ordinate and bring about every program and promotion that
beneficially served all the people; and
WHEREAS, his capaliy demonstrated ability to bring out
the united best efforts of others and to have others maintain
a sustaining interest accomplishing projects requiring years
of development is, highly valued and appreciated by all who
have been fortunate enough to know him; and
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WHEREAS, because Adam Bolton is a true friend of all
the people of the South Bay area, is sincere, is dedicated
and is richly endowed with many other, of the splendid
attributes seldom found, and so greatly needed in public life,
the progress and development of the Southland greatly has been
enhanced;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City
Council of the City of E1 Segundo, California, expresses
appreciation of the people of this community and the members
of the City Council, individually, to Adam Bolton for his
meritorious service to the Southland during the many years he
has been a member of the official family of the City of Gardena;
and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that there is extended to Adam
Bolton the best wishes to him and his family for their continued
health and well- being.
Carried by the following vote'
Ayes: Councilmen Frederick,
Mayor Baker;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilmen None.
Kimport, Swanson, Tandy and
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS WEBB MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. That bids were received by this Council on April 9, 1962,
for traffic signals and channelization on E1 Segundo Boulevard at Douglas
Street; that his office had checked said bids, and he recommended that
award be made to Oswald Bros. Co., in amount of $23,491.26, it being
the lowest responsible bid.
Moved by Councilman Tandy, seconded by Councilman Kimport,
the following resolution be adopted:
WHEREAS, the City of E1 Segundo, California, duly
advertised for bids for traffic signals and channelization
on E1 Segundo Boulevard at Douglas Street; and
WHEREAS, said bids were received by said Council
on April 9, 1962; and
WHEREAS, the City Engineer checked all bids
received and found that the bid of Oswald Bros. Co.,
was the lowest regular bid;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, that the bid of
Oswald Bros. Co, in amount of $23, 491. 26, the lowest
responsible bid, be accepted; and
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor of
said City be and he is 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 td
attest the same, affix the official seal and make delivery
thereof in due course; and
BE IT FURTHER' RESOLVED, that all bids received
except the bid of Oswald Bros. Co. are hereby rejected
and the City Clerk is hereby authorized and instructed' to
return the checks of all unsuccessful bidders.
Carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Frederick, Kimport, Swanson, Tandy
and Mayor Baker;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilmen None.
2. Reported that all bids received earlier in this meeting for
the construction of Sanitary Booster Pump Stations Nos. 7, 10, 11 and
12, in the City of E1 Segundo, had been checked and that John L
Meek Construction Co., Inc., had submitted the lowest bid.
Moved by Councilman Kimport, seconded by Councilman Swanson,
the following resolution be adopted:
WHEREAS, the City of E1 Segundo, California, duly
advertised for bids for the construction of Sanitary Booster
Pump Stations Nos. 7, 10, 11 and 12, in the City of
E1 Segundo and received said bids this date at this
meeting; 'and
WHEREAS, the City Engineer checked all bids
received and found that the bid of John L. Meek Con-
struction Co., Inc., was the lowest regular' bid;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, that the bid
of John L. Meek Construction Co., Inc., in amount of
$52, 260. 00, the lowest responsible bid, be accepted; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor of said
City be and he is -hereby authorized and instructed to
execute said contract herein awarded for and on behalf
of said City and in its name, and the City Clerk to attest
the same, affix the official seal and make delivery thereof
in due course; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all bids received
except the bid of John L. Meek Construction Co., Inc.
are hereby rejected and the City Clerk is hereby authorized
and instructed to return the checks of all unsuccessful
bidders.
Carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen
Frederick,
and Mayor
Baker;
Noes: Councilmen
None;
Absent: Councilmen
None.
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Kimport, Swanson, Tandy
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. The matter of Mr. C. T. Crawford's request for a license
to conduct limousine service in the City of El Segundo was discussed
at this time. The Clerk read a report from the Chief of Police which
had been requested. After discussion, it was moved by Councilman
Tandy, seconded by Councilman Swanson, the matter be taken under
consideration untilthe next regular Council meeting of the City Council
to be held May 14, 1962. Motion carried.
2. Mayor Baker announced that he had made the following
appointments:
He stated it was customary for the Mayor to serve as Director
to represent the City at meetings of the County Sanitation District,
and appointed Councilman Frederick as Alternate Director to succeed
himself;
Independent Cities of Los Angeles County, Mayor Baker as
Director and Councilman Swanson as Alternate;
League of California Cities, Mayor Baker as Director -and
Councilman `Tandy as Alternate;
library Study Committee, Councilmen Frederick and Kimport;
Inter -City Highway Committee will stand as previously appointed;
Sister -City Committee appointments will stand as previously
appointed;
Committee on Finance for the ' City, Councilman Tandy;
Committee on Finance for the library, Councilman Kimport;
West Basin Water Association, Councilman Frederick and
Robert L Webb, Jr. , ' Director of Public Works;
Moved by Councilman Tandy, seconded by Councilman Frederick,
the appointments made by Mayor Baker be and they are hereby
ratified, approved and confirmed. Motion carried.
PAYING BILLS:
The following bills, having had the approval of the Committee on
Finance and Records, were read:
Demand Register - Demands Nos. , 15678 to 15786 inclusive:
General Fund - - - - - - - - - - - $ 67, 777.22
Pension Fund - - - - - - - - - - 5,029.90
Capital Improvement Fund - - - - - 8,954.56
Trust Fund - - - - - - - - - - - 5.00
Gas Tax Fund - - - - - - - - - - 53.06
Water Consumers Fund - - - - - - 95.69
Water Operating Fund - - - - - - - 38,342. 16
TOTAL 120, 257.59
Moved by Councilman Tandy, seconded by Councilman
Swanson, 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 Frederick, Kimport, Swanson, Tandy
and Mayor Baker;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilmen None.
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NEW BUSINESS
Councilman Tandy, stated that at a recent meeting of the Ieague
of California Cities, a resolution was presented, to the effect that the
Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors should be enlarged to seven
or more; that the present Board of Supervisors is insufficient to
service the County properly; that the Supervisory Districts be re-
districted so that no city within the .County, having a population of
500, 000 or less, would be divided consistent with equal representation
on a population basis. Councilman Tandy stated that in his opinion, add-
ing two Supervisors would be adding approximately $100, 000 a year
to the cost of operating the County. At a time: when our suburban
areas are becoming urbanized, the County territory is shrinking -
the only County load that is increasing at the present time is the
Relief load; that with an increase in Supervisory Districts it might
increase the number of cities to become contract cities. He requested
an expression from the Council so that he would vote in accordance
with the feeling of this Council.
Councilman Frederick stated that if one Senator, Senator Richard
Richards, could handle the County, he felt that five Supervisors should
be sufficient; that he was against adding to the burden of taxation.
Councilman Kimport inquired concerning reduction in County
territory, and was advised that the number of cities had increased from
some fifty cities to seventy -three cities in the past five years.
It being the concensus of the Council that the number of Super-
visors for Los Angeles County should not be increased, Councilman
- Tandy stated he would vote No on the resolution above mentioned.
No further business to be transacted at this meeting, it was
moved by Councilman Kimport, seconded by Councilman Swanson, the
meeting adjourn, the hour of adjournment being 8:05 o'clock p.m.
APPROVED:
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Mayor pro tem
Respectfully submitted,
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City Clerk