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1964 SEP 14 CC MINx 1'7'7'7 E1 Segundo, California September 14, 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 Reverend Robert Hammond of the Christian 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, McElhaney, Nagel and Mayor McGill; Councilmen Absent: None. READING OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING The minutes of the regular meeting of the City Council of the City of E1 Segundo, California, held August 24, 1964, having been read and no error or omission having been noted, it was moved by Councilman Frederick, seconded by Councilman Nagel, said minutes be approved as recorded. Motion carried. At this time, Mayor McGill greeted the Babe Ruth World Series Champions, members of the E1 Segundo Swim Club who participated in the Olympic trials, the National Sprint Champion and National Champion, Super A Class Heavy Division of the International Carting Federation, Mark Shepard and AAU National Volleyball All American, Keith Erickson, and told them how proud E1 Segundo i8 of each one of them and congratulated them on the honors brought to the City. He then presented the following plaques: BABE RUTH WORLD SERIES CHAMPIONS GREG BUTLER LAWRENCE FILSON GARY KING CRAIG COUSINS THOMAS FRANK MICHAEL McCREADY ROBERT APPLEBY RONALD GREEN DANA PAGETT KENNETH BRETT EDWARD HORA DANIEL PARSONAULT JACK CUZICK STEPHEN HUNLEY RICHARD STANDAGE James Helvey, Bat Boy Edson V. Helvey, Manager Richard E. King, Coach Lawrence Appleby, Coach Barry Maxwell, Coach James McCready, President, Babe Ruth League EL SEGUNDO SWIM CLUB ROY SAARI NED McILROY CHICK McILROY PAUL McILROY BOB SAARI DAN DROWN Urho Saari, Coach ANTON VAN DORP JIM KELSEY TOM McABEE JIM SLATTON RALPH WHITNEY NATIONAL SPRINT CHAMPION & NATIONAL CHAMPION, SUPER "A" CLASS HEAVY DIVISION, INTERNATIONAL CAR-TIN FEDER TI N MARK SHEPARD AAU NATIONAL VOLLEYBALL ALL - AMERICAN KEITH ERICKSON so X 1'7'78 Mayor McGill at this time paid tribute to Mr. Hy Green of the All Year Sports Den in Westchester and conferred upon him honorary- citizenship of E1 Segundo for his interest, sponsorship and contributions in the promotion of greater sportsmanlike programs in the Southwest area. 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.' PLANNING COMMISSION, transmitting copy of its Resolution No. 598, recommending approval of Precise Plan No. 2 for commercial development on property located on the westerly side of Sepulveda Boulevard between Mariposa Avenue and Palm Avenue. The Clerk announced the matter had been set for hearing at the meeting of the Council to be held October 5, 19`64, after which the communication was ordered filed pending said hearing. 2. MR. PHILIP TALLUTO, requesting amendment of the City Ordinance regarding age limit for minors to enter and play billiards. After discussion, it was moved by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Frederick, that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare an ordinance permitting persons sixteen years of age to enter a billiard or pool hall un- accompanied by parent or guardian and to participate in said games, and to permit those under sixteen, when accompanied by parent or guardian, to enter and participate in said games. Motion carried. 3. MRS. LUCILLE RANDOLPH, City Clerk, Gardena, trans- mitting copy of their resolution adopted by the City Council of said City supporting the position of the League of California Cities regarding local control of gambling. The Council having previously taken a stand on -said matter, the communication was ordered filed. 4. MRS. FRANCES ETHRIDGE; 707 Hillcrest Street, requesting permission for St. Anthony's Parish, Council of Catholic Women, to hold a rummage sale on Friday and Saturday, October 16 and 17, 1964, from 9 :00 a, m. to 7:00 p.m. at St. Anthony's Parish Hall, 205 Lomita Street. Moved by Councilman Kimport, seconded by Councilman Frederick, the above request be approved. Motion carried. 5. BETH -EL CHURCH & MISSION CORP., being notice of in- tent that said corporation will proceed with missionary work in the City of E1 Segundo. Ordered filed. 6. MR. JOHN E. MURPHY, RESIDENT MANAGER, UTAH CONSTRUCTION & MINING CO., requesting that no restrictive action be taken by the City Council to prevent the development of Lots 22 and 26, Tract 26557, which is in the Utah Industrial Tract. Director of Public Works Webb stated the matter would be taken care of later in the meeting and the communication was ordered held. 7. MRS. RUTH LESLIE, 5126 W. 138th Street, Hawthorne, re- questing permission to sell chocolate candy for St. Anthony's School in front of banks, stores and markets, and also house -to -house in the City of El Segundo. Moved by Councilman Frederick, seconded by Councilman Kimport, the above request be approved. `Motion carried. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS 1. MRS. RUTH ELLIOTT, 335 Center St., addressed the Council inquiring why fifteen votes from E1 Segundo in the Southern Cali- fornia Rapid Transit District were cast for Mayor Horwin of Beverly Hills. -2- X 1'7'79 Councilman Frederick stated that the full responsibility for casting the votes rested with him as the Council had not indicated any choice, but, left it to his disc rletion; that he felt the selection he made was for the best interest of all concerned. Councilman Frederick stated that the next meeting of the City Selection Committee would be held on September 23rd in the office of the Los Angeles County Supervisors, at which time the members of the Board will be selected. 2. MR. FLOYD WALLACE, 218 Loma Vista St., addressed the Council regarding a complaint received by the Council some time ago con- cerning the Tiny Tot Play Area on Whiting Street. The Mayor assured Mr. Wallace that there were no plans whatso- ever to curtail the operation of this play area;: that the complaint had been referred to the Director of Parks and Recreation to investigate and that no further complaint had been received. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES 1. Councilman Kimport reported on his recent attendance of the First Annual International Convention of Sister Cities, held in Guadalajara, Mexico;. that Mr. Marvin Johnson and Mr. Jack Mann had attended the con- vention with him and that an enthusiastic welcome was given all the delegates representing 25 Mexican cities and 37 California cities, also one city in Oregon and one city in Texas. He .stated that the Redondo Beach Choral Group's contribution was warmly received. Councilman Kimport said the next Annual Sister City Convention would be held in Santa Monica and he hoped that as many as possible Nrould attend. REPORTS OF OFFICERS CITY ATTORNEY BUSH MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Presented for the Council's consideration, as previously re- quested, a resolution fixing the compensation of the various officers, heads of departments and employees of the City of El Segundo. Thereafter, it was moved by Councilman Frederick, seconded by Councilman Kimport, that Resolution No. 2099, entitled: A- RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, FIXING THE COMPENSATION OF THE VARIOUS OFFICERS AND HEADS OF. DEPARTMENTS OF SAID CITY, AND OF THE VARIOUS EMPLOYEES THEREOF; AND REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 2057 OF SAID COUNCIL AND ALL RESOLUTIONS AMENDATORY OF SAID RESOLUTION NO. 2057, 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, McElhaney, Nagel and Mayor McGill; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. Councilman Frederick raised the question as to the inclusion of the Assistant Director of Finance and the Assistant Purchasing Agent in longevity benefits.' By general consent, the matter was referred to the City Attorney to prepare amendatory resolution, based upon the recommendation of the City Manager. 2. Presented for the Council's consideration, as previously re- quested, an Agreement between the City of E1 Segundo and the Richfield Oil Company covering lease of water rights for a period of five years, at the rate of $20. 58 per acre foot. -3- x 1'780 Moved by Councilman Frederick, seconded by Councilman McElhaney, the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that that certain Agreement dated September 14, 1964, between the City of El Segundo, a general law city of the State of California, and Richfield Oil Corporation, a California corporation, presented to this Council at this meeting, be and the same is hereby approved and a copy ordered filed in the office of the City Clerk; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor be and he is hereby authorized to sign such Agreement for and on behalf of said City and the City Clerk to attest the same. Carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Frederick, Kimport, McElhaney, Nagel and Mayor McGill; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 3. Presented for the Council's consideration a resolution per- mitting Briles Mfg. Co, to maintain and operate Block Oil Well No. 12, also a permit to discharge waste water into sewer system in connection with the operation of said well. Moved by Councilman Kimport, seconded by Councilman Nagel that Resolution No. 2100, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, GRANTING TO BRILES MANUFACTURING A PERMIT FOR THAT CERTAIN OIL WELL IN SAID CITY DESIG- NATED AND KNOWN AS BLOCK NO. 12, SUBJECT TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS HEREIN PRO- VIDED., which was read, be adopted. On roll .call, said motion carried and said resolution was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Frederick, Kimport, McElhaney, Nagel and Mayor McGill; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent Councilmen None. 4. The City Attorney read the titled of the ordinance amending the contract between this City and the California State Employees Retirement System, introduced at an adjourned regular meeting of this Council held August 3rd, but not officially adopted, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO AND THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION .OF THE CALIFORNIA STATE EMPLOYEES RE- TIREMENT SYSTEM. Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, the further reading of Ordinance No. 623 was waived. Following motion made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Kimport, Ordinance No. 623 was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Frederick, Kimport, McElhaney, Nagel and Mayor McGill; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 1XIC X 1 781 DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS WEBB MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Presented for the Council's consideration, a Summary of Select System Mileages for the City of E1 Segundo, and recommended its approval. Moved by Councilman McElhaney, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that Resolution No. 2101, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING MAP AND REPORT OF ROUTES FOR SELECT SYSTEM AND REQUESTING THAT SUCH SYSTEM BE APPROVED BY THE CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY COMMISSION, which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried and said resolution was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Frederick, Kimport, McElhaney, Nagel and Mayor McGill; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 2. Presented for the Council's consideration a letter and a form of agreement for the participation of the City of E1 Segundo in the Los Angeles Regional Transportation Study ( LARTS) area. This study area embraces the counties of Los Angeles, Orange, Ventura, San Bernardino, and Riverside. Also included are all of the cities in these counties, the California Highway Transportation Agency, and the Southern California Rapid Transit District. The agreement provides for cooperative studies of all types of transportation problems in the study area. This is a continuation of the original LARTS study that was pub- lished about two years ago and was participated in by this City and all other cities in the five counties. The agreements is deemed necessary at this time since the availability of federal aid will be curtailed as of July 1, 1965, un- less a formal organization such as proposed in this agreement is in effect. It was believed that this formal organization as proposed would continue the successful and cooperative relationship between all agencies concerned in planning and programming for transportation facilities in the area. It would also keep the planning and programming largely in the hands of local authorities due to the heavy preponderance of city representatives on the study advisory committee. The California Highway Transportation Agency representative locally, Mr. Edward T. Telford, Metropolitan District Engineer, will con- tinue to be responsible for the operation of the study groups. The City of E1 Segundo will not be required to participate financially since the cost of the operation of the counties' activities will be paid for by the Transportation Agency and /or by federal grants. Moved by Councilman Frederick, seconded by Councilman Nagel, the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that that certain Agreement dated August 24, 1964, for the participation of the City of E1 Segundo in the Los Angeles Regional Transportation Study (CARTS) area, is hereby ratified and approved, a copy of which is hereby ordered filed in the office of the City Clerk. Carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Frederick, Kimport, McElhaney, Nagel and Mayor McGill; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. -5- X 1782 3. Presented for the Council's consideration Plans and Speci- fications for reconstruction of pavement in portion of Main Street (Maple Avenue to Palm Avenue), and recommended said plans be approved and the City Clerk be authorized to advertise for bids. Moved by Councilman Kimport, seconded by Councilman Nagel, the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that a copy of "SPECIFICATIONS NO. 64 -8 and NOTICE INVITING BIDS FOR RECONSTRUCTION OF PAVE- MENT IN PORTION OF MAIN STREET (MAPLE AVENUE TO PALM AVENUE) IN THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA" dated September 14, 1964, presented to the Council at this meeting, be approved, and a copy placed on file in the office of the City Clerk; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that sealed bids be and the same are hereby invited under said Notice, and that the City Clerk be and she is hereby authorized and instructed to cause said Notice to be given and published in time, form and manner as required by law, the date for reception of bids being hereby fixed for October 5, 1964. Carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Frederick, Kimport, McElhaney, Nagel and Mayor McGill; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 4.. Reported on the Utah Construction & Mining Co, letter pre- sented to the Council earlier in this meeting under "Written Communications". He stated that at the regular Council meeting held August 24, 1964, an alignment for the southerly extension of Douglas Street, Alaska Street to Rosecrans Avenue, had been approved. In order to accomplish this con- struction, certain portions of Lots 22 and 26 in Tract 26557, must be ac- quired for street purposes, and he therefore requested that the Building Department be authorized to deny building permits on any portion of these two lots that may be required for street purposes prior to the time the City can accomplish the acquisition of the necessary right -of -way. Director of Public Works Webb further explained that approxi- mately one -third of Lot 22 would be needed for street purposes, and that a very minor part of Lot 26 would be required; that in order to be precise regarding the requirements for street purposes, it would be necessary to make a survey. After discussion, it was moved by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Kimport that the Building Department be notified to deny building permits for portions of the two lots required for street purposes. Motion carried. Director of Public Works Webb stated he would report at the next Council meeting regarding the surveying of said lots. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Mayor McGill suggested a cut -off date be established for re- ceiving applications for filling the vacancy on the Parks and Recreation Commission. After discussion, it was moved by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Frederick that no applications for the above position be accepted after 12:00 o'clock noon, September 28, 1964. Motion carried. It was suggested that the press be asked to give publicity con- cerning filling the vacancy, stating that applications may be obtained in the City Manager's office. me X 1'783 PAYING BILLS The following bills having had the approval of the Committee on Finance and Records, were read - Warrants Nos. 6764 thru 6929 inclusive: General Fund . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 84, 265.22 Water Operating Fund . . . . . . . . . . . . 8,049.36 Library Fund . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4,252.25 Special Gas Tax Fund . . . . . . . . . . . . 66.76 Pension Fund . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . 4,645.38 Capital Improvement Fund . . . . . . . . . . - -- Water Consumers Fund . . . . . . . . . . . 158.49 Trust Fund . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,433.50 TOTAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $102,870.96 Motion made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman McElhaney, 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, McElhaney Nagel and Mayor McGill; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. NEW BUSINESS 1. Councilman Nagel stated that for some time he had felt a pedestrian crossover was needed on Pine Avenue at the Pacific Electric tracks; that he had seen overpasses made of steel and enclosed with screen for safety in other areas. Councilman Nagel then requested Director of Public Works Webb to investigate the feasibility of this type of crossing and present to this Council, as well as an estimate of the cost of constructing such an overpass. 2. Councilman Nagel stated that the recent taxicab investigation in the City of Los Angeles had disclosed that taxicab companies are allowed to calibrate their taxi meters at their own discretion; that some meters had been found to be set wrong, and he raised the question as to how the E1 Segundo Cab Company is complying with the calibration requirements defined by Ordinance Section 31. 10 and 31. 11 of the City Code. He said there seemed to be no regular period that the taxi meters are calibrated; that for the most part in industry, an instrument to be used for weighing, measuring, or any- thing that charges you for money is calibrated periodically and a sticker put on it in such a position that the meter cannot be tampered without breaking the seal. Councilman Nagel stated he would like to have a report on this matter at the next regular Council meeting. Director of Public Works Webb stated that quarter -mile markers were laid out on E1 Segundo Boulevard at the request of the Police Department and that taxicabs are checked at this location; also that he would check into the use of these markers and report at the next Council meeting. 3. Councilman Nagel asked that the City Attorney obtain a copy of the School Bus Inspection ordinance adopted by Los Angeles County; that it was his understanding that a Los Angeles County School Bus Safety Ordinance was in effect that provided good coverage; that there are some parochial or private school buses operating in E1 Segundo and it was for this purpose he was making inquiry. 4. Councilman Nagel stated he had been surprised to see that some citizens park their "car at a curb and proceed to remove an engine or transmission and leave the car parked for a couple of weeks. He asked the City Attorney be requested to prepare an ordinance amending Section 17. 96 to restrict repairing automobiles in the street. 5. Councilman Frederick stated that he and Planning Commissioner Frank Negri had made a survey of unoccupied buildings in the industrial area in E1 Segundo; that they had found 42 buildings not occupied and he suggested a letter be directed to the Chamber of Commerce calling it to their attention., -7- X 1784 with the idea of assisting prospective businesses to locate in E1 Segundo; that the FMA left seven or more buildings vacant when they moved, Brownline left three buildings vacant and there are many other buildings available. Councilman 'Kimport remarked that it would no doubt be a dif- ferent type of business that would come into E1 Segundo due to the lessening of Government contracts in defense work in this' area; that there is a pre- dominance of empty.buildings' in the 5,'000 to 10, 000 sq. ft. bracket. Councilman'Frederick 'stated an inquiry had been made concerning the purchase of the land now used by'the Sierra Trailer Park and erecting a 37, 000 sq. ft. building providing off - street' parking can be on the roof. No other business appearing.to come before the Council at this meeting, it was moved by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Frederick the meeting adjourn, the hour of adjournment being 9:40 o'clock p.m. Motion carried. Respectfully submitted, I i APPROVED: Mayor '