1964 NOV 09 CC MINX 1814
El Segundo, California
November 9, 1964
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 an invocation was given by Rev. Allen*Johnson of the First
Baptist Church.
The meeting was then called to order by Herman L. McGill, Mayor,
the hour being 7:00 o'clock p. m.
ROLL CALL
Councilmen Present: Frederick, Kimport, Nagel and
Mayor McGill,
Councilmen Absent: McElhaney
READING OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
The minutes of the regular meeting of the City Council of the City
of E1 Segundo, California, held October 26, 1964, and of the adjourned
regular meeting held October 27, 1964, having been read and a correction
made in the vote on Ordinance No. 628 on page 9 of the minutes of
October 26, motion was made by Councilman Kimport, seconded by Council-
man Nagel that said minutes be approved as corrected. Motion carried.
Mayor McGill then commended the City employees for their quick
and efficient clean -up after the tornado which hit E1 Segundo that morning.
It was also noted by City Manager Sailors that he had received offers of help
from County Disaster Agencies and from the City of Inglewood, but that dfuey
to the efficiency of our own crews, no outside help was negded. The Council
voted to send letters of thanks to these agencies for their offers as well as
letters of commendation to the various City Departments who were responsible
for the clean -up.
At this time, Mayor McGill presented a plaque and letter of com-
mendation to Marvin Johnson, immediate past chairman of the Sister City
Program and thanked him for his efforts on behalf of the City.
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
1. The Mayor announced that this was the time and place heretofore
fixed for the public hearing on vacation of portions of Holly Avenue and
California Street, as contemplated in Resolution of Intention No. 2103, and
inquired of the City Clerk if affidavits of publication and posting of Notice 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 protests or
objections against the vacation had been filed with her, and none having been
received, Mayor McGill inquired if anyone present desired to address the
Council respecting the proposed vacation. No one responding, the Mayor de-
clared the hearing closed.
Thereafter, it was moved by Councilman Frederick, seconded by
Councilman Kimport, that Resolution No. 2109, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING
THE VACATION OF CERTAIN PORTIONS OF HOLLY
AVENUE AND CALIFORNIA STREET AS CONTEM-
PLATED BY RESOLUTION OF INTENTION NO. 2103
OF SAID CITY COUNCIL.,
which was read, be adopted.
On roll call, said motion carried and said resolution was adopted by the fol-
lowing vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Frederick, Kimport, Nagel and Mayor McGill;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilman McElhaney.
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2. The Mayor announced that this was the time and place heretofore
fixed.for the continued hearing on proposed Precise Plan #2, covering Lots 1,
2, 9 and 10, Block 113, requested by Mr. A. E. Siegal, and inquired of the
Clerk if any written communications had been received. The Clerk stated
that one protest had been received from Mr. Floyd E. Bryan, 1630 -32 East
Palm Avenue. The Mayor inquired if anyone present desired to address the
Council in favor of the proposed Precise Plan, and Mr. Herbert Light,
architect who prepared the plans, stated he was interested in keeping the
project under consideration.
The Mayor inquired if anyone present desired to speak in opposition,
and Mr. Floyd Bryan restated his reasons contained in his letter of protest.
Mrs. Floyd H. Stevens, 608 Illinois Court addressed the Council in
opposition to the proposed Precise Plan, stating that car lights from all -night
parking would be objectionable to apartment residents; also stated that the
architect might devise a plan to protect the apartments from this nuisance,
if the proposed Precise Plan is continued.
Mayor McGill stated that since the Council is interested in the
parking situation, Mr. Siegal had been requested to furnish paper work that
would cloud titles so that the City could always be assured there would be
parking for the Thunderbird Hotel, since this property is owned by two dif-
ferent parties. This request has not been complied with, and for that reason,
he felt that Precise Plan #2. should not be approved. Director of Building
Safety O'Bannon stated that Mr. Siegal had informed his office that he did not
wish to pursue the request for Precise Plan #2. Mayor McGill then declared
the hearing closed.
It was then moved by Councilman Frederick, seconded by Councilman
Kimport, that in the absence of any enthusiasm on the part of the owner, the
Precise Plan #2 be denied. Carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Frederick, Kimport, Nagel and .
Mayor McGill;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent Councilman McElhaney.
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 manner indicated:
1. THE SALVATION ARMY, being notification of their Christmas
activities which will be conducted between November 27 and December.24, 1964,
during which time their traditional Kettles will be placed on the streets.
Ordered filed.
2. CITY OF GARDENA, enclosing copy of their Resolution urging
State Legislature to adopt legislation enabling General Law Cities in the State
to levy cigarette tax. Ordered filed.
3. DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL, being
application for On Sale Beer License for 209 W. Grand Ave., by Paul A. Malki.
Ordered filed.
4. PLANNING COMMISSION, enclosing copies of the following reso-
lutions:
a) No. 600, granting variance request to permit an existing ad-
dition to dwelling to retain a three -foot non - conforming sideyard on property
at 1504 E. Walnut Ave., requested by Mr. Albert G. Milillo. Ordered filed.
b) No. 601, recommending proposed amendment to Chapter 34,
Zoning, Article X, Section 34. 55, Subsection (20) relating to equestrian
establishments. This matter has been set for hearing before the City Council
on November 23, 1964.
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5. UNITED MISSION AND CHURCH, 1752 W. Adams Blvd., Los
Angeles, being notification of intent to proceed with missionary work..Or-
dered filed.
6. CHARLES C. DeWITT, 809 Eucalyptus Dr., being notification
that he has obtained a building into which he will move his plumbing business
on December 1, 1964. Mr. DeWitt had previously been granted a 90 -day
period in which to move his business from.his home to a proper zone. This
period expired on November 12, 1964. By general consent, the Council
allowed him this additional time.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
1. MR. WALTER TYDON, 1629 E. Palm Ave., addressed the
Council requesting that some steps be taken to alleviate the parking congestion
on East Palm. He suggested that the vacant property west of the apartment
buildings be made into a City parking lot. It was pointed out to Mr. Tydon
that the property he mentioned is Edison Company property and cannot be used
by the City. Mr. Tydon's main concern seemed to be what parking problems
would be brought about by the addition of high rise buildings in this area. He
was assured that any high rise that goes into that area would be required to
have sufficient parking so that there would not be any problem with visitors
or patrons of these buildings parking on the side streets. However, this
matter was taken under advisement in an effort to find a solution to the
problem which now exists on East Palm Avenue.
REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
1. MUNICIPAL FINE ARTS COMMITTEE. Councilman Nagel re-
ported that the art exhibit now on display at the Library is the work of Mr.
Diemietzl and invited the public to see it.
2. AIRPORT NOISE AND SAFETY ACTION COMMITTEE. Council-
man Nagel reported that Mr. McPike of the Douglas Aircraft Company
Acoustics Department was the speaker at the October 28 meeting of this com-
mittee. Mr. McPike told of the studies being made by a Government committee
as to acceptable noise levels and standard methods of measuring.
Councilman Nagel then reported that he had received calls from
citizens concerning what they felt to be a noise nuisance caused by children
riding tricycles equipped with a new apparatus now on the market. He brought
forth a tricycle so equipped and demonstrated the: working of the gadget,
showing that it definitely could become a nuisance to people who work nights
and try to sleep days, especially if there were several such tricycles in an
area. He asked the City Attorney to read the section of the Code which refers
to noise nuisance and pointed out that if complaints were received from
residents, the ordinance would be enforced.
REPORTS OF OFFICERS
CITY MANAGER SAILORS MADE REPORT AS FOLLOWS:
1. Recommended that City Units #606 and #50.5 be added to the list
for -the auction to be held November 13, Unit #605 be transferred to the Water
Department and that the City Manager be authorized to call for bids on a
10 -cubic yard dump truck for the Street Department. Motion was made by
Councilman Kimport, seconded by Councilman Frederick that the. City Manager
be authorized to place on the list for the auction Units #606 (minimum bid of
$400. 00) and Unit #505 (minimum bid of $300. 00), to transfer Unit #605 to the
Water Department and to call for bids on a 10 -cubic yard durrip truck for the
Street Department. Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Frederick, Kimport, Nagel
and Mayor McGill; I
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilman McElhaney.
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CITY ATTORNEY BUSH MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. Presented for the Council's consideration an amendment (known as
"Hold Harmless" amendment) to all contracts heretofore and hereinafter entered
into by the City for, County services, which amendment provides that the City
will be insured through the County for any liability that arises out of a joint -
powers contract performance. The County requires that all cities using county
services consent to this amendment.
Motion made by Councilman Frederick, seconded by Councilman Kimport
that the Assumption of Liability amendment to the City - County contracts be
E approved as presented and that the Mayor be authorized to sign said agreement
for and on behalf of the City and the City Clerk to attest. Motion carried by
the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Frederick, Kimport, Nagel and
Mayor McGill;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilman McElhaney.
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS WEBB MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. Presented for the Council's consideration a proposal from the Los
Angeles County Road Department for the construction of traffic signals at
Highland Avenue and 45th Street. The estimated cost to the City is $2500
which would be paid from Gas Tax funds allocated from the County to the City.
Motion was made by Councilman Kimport, seconded by Councilman
Frederick that the proposal from the Los Angeles County Road Department
for installation of traffic signals at Highland Avenue and 45th Street be approved
as presented and that the Mayor be authorized to sign the agreement for and
on behalf of the City and the City Clerk to attest. Motion carried.
2. Presented for the Council's consideration a form of agreement
from the Los Angeles County Engineer for the checking of subdivision maps,
and recommended its approval since the County Engineer and County Surveyor
are better equipped to check subdivision maps than are local City engineers.
The approval of this agreement involves no additional cost to the City since
subdivision developers are required to pay the checking fees as imposed by
the County Engineer.
Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman
Kimport that the revised subdivision map checking agreement between the City
Engineer of_'Ahe.' City & El S.eg'urrdol . axed. hem QountgtE�gineer- of - , : `County of
Los Angeles be approved, and said City Engineer is hereby ahthorized to
sign and the City Clerk to �eTfy; MdtiDri eiarried.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Mayor McGill reported that the traffic situation on Center Street
between Grand and Mariposa is being studied and every effort is being made
to find a solution to the problems in; that area.
PAYING BILLS
The following bills having had the approval of the Committee on
Finance and Records, were read - Warrants No. 7392 thru 7532 inclusive:
General Fund , , , , , , , , , , ,
, , , , , , , , $ 76, 254.20
Water Operating Fund , , , , , , , ,
, , , , , , , , 8, 372.60
Library Fund . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . 3,978.63
Special Gas Tax Fund , , , , , , , ,
, , , , , , , , 17.48
Pension Fund . . , , , , , , , , ,
, , , . . , , 4,913.34
Water Consumers. Fund . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . 245.36
Trust Fund . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . 307.50
TOTAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 94, 089.11
Motion made by Councilman Frederick, seconded by Councilman
Nagel, that the demands be allowed and warrants drawn on and paid out of the
respective funds covering the same. Motion carried by the following vote:
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NEW BUSINESS
', 1. Mayor McGill requested that the City Manager investigate the
problem of parked cars which hamper the efforts of the City street sweeper,
sometimes making it impossible to sweep certain streets, and to report to
the Council his recommendations.
No further business to come before the Council at this meeting,
motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Frederick
the meeting adJ'ourn, the hour of adjournment being 8:45 o'clock p.m.
Motion carried.
APPROVED:
M ayor
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Respectfully submitted,
City Clerk