1967 AUG 14 CC MINX 2351
E1 Segundo, California
August 14, 1967
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,
followed by invocation by Councilman Floyd Carr, Jr.
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: Carr, Frederick, Nagel and Mayor McGill;
Councilman 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 July 24, 1967, having been read and no
error or omission having been noted, it was moved by Councilman Frederick,
seconded by Councilman Nagel, that the minutes of said meeting be approved
as recorded. Motion carried.
At this time Councilman Nagel presented a 10 -year service pin
to Everett Vickery, Parks Department, and commended him for his service
to the City.
Mayor McGill then presented a plaque of appreciation to Mr. Myron
Yates for his service on the Planning Commission.
Councilman McElhaney entered the Council Chamber at the hour
of 7 :10 o'clock p.m. and immediately took his seat at the Council Table.
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
1. The Mayor announced that this was the time and place here-
] tofore fixed for the hearing on Proposed Amendments to Zoning regarding
JI Setback Lines, and inquired of the Clerk if proper notice of the hearing
had been given, to which the Clerk replied that affidavit of publishing
notice of this hearing was in her possession.
Mayor McGill inquired if any written communications had been
received, and there being none, inquired if anyone present desired to speak
regarding the proposed amendments. There being no response, it was moved
by Councilman Frederick, seconded by Councilman Carr and unanimously
carried that the hearing be closed. Thereafter, Councilman Frederick
introduced the ordinance effecting the proposed amendments, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING "THE CODE OF THE
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, 1958 ", BY
AMENDING "CHAPTER 34" (THE COMPREHENSIVE
ZONING LAW) TO ADD PROVISIONS RELATING TO
SETBACK LINES.,
which was read.
2. The Mayor announced that the decision in the matter of pro-
posed variance requested by Mr. Earle E. Watt, of LaPaz Cafe, 403 Main St. ,
had been postponed until this meeting and would be considered at this time.
After careful deliberation, it was moved by Councilman Nagel, seconded by
Councilman Carr, that the variance request be denied and the following res-
olution be adopted:
WHEREAS, an appeal from the non - decision of the
Planning Commission has been received by the City Council
from Mr. Earle E. Watt to utilize existing downstairs area
of LaPaz Cafe, 403 Main Street, as a banquet room without
providing the required parking; and
WHEREAS, the City Council did hold a duly advertised
hearing on said appeal on July 10, 1967, and the matter was
taken under submission; and
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WHEREAS, the City Council has reached its decision
on said matter;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL DOES
HEREBY FIND, DETERMINE AND ORDER that the application
of Mr. Earle E. Watt, as hereinabove defined, is denied.
Carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Carr, Nagel and Mayor McGill;
Noes: Councilmen Frederick and McElhaney;
Absent: Councilmen None.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
1. Mr. Alfred Garrido, representing Mr. Warle E. Watt of
LaPaz Cafe, addressed the Council and asked if it would be possible
to file another application for a variance, and was advised it would be
possible.
2. Mrs. Blanche Walker, 925 Virginia Street, addressed the
Council and said the jet noise is becoming unbearable. She read quota-
tions from the July 28th Los Angeles Times regarding increased jet noise;
also stated that taxes on her property had increased whereas she felt taxes
should be decreased in such areas. Councilman Nagel stated that he was
still working for lessening of aircraft noise; that funds were still available
for the proposed camera watch, but that the apathy of the general public
makes it most difficult to accomplish any improvement.
3. Mrs. Artemia Spargo, 303 West Maple Avenue, addressed the
Council and suggested removal of the two -hour parking restriction at the
City Parking Lot on Main Street between Holly Avenue and Pine Avenue,
if it cannot be enforced, as many cars park there all day, thus depriving
shoppers the use of the parking lot. Mayor McGill said the complaint
would be referred to the Police Department.
4. Mr. Myron Yates, 944 Sheldon Street, made a suggestion
regarding noise abatement; that the City of E1 Segundo might consider
adopting ordinances regulating aircraft noise above an acceptable decibel
of sound, setting a fine for offenders; also adopt ordinances that would
fine offenders who do not adhere to the flight pattern.
CITY MANAGER JONES MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. Presented a tabulation of quotations received for the purchase
of a reduced pressure backflow preventer for use of the Water Department
and recommended that a 2" Beeco Model 6 -C Reduced Pressure Backflow
Preventer be purchased from Hersey - Sparling Meter Company for the sum
of $628. 20, it being the lowest quotation received.
Moved by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman McElhaney
that the low bid of Hersey - Sparling Meter Company in amount of $628.20
be accepted and that the City Manager be authorized to issue a purchase
order for said equipment. Motion carried.
2. Presented for the Council's consideration the annual Salary
Resolution 2196,_ 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. 2172 OF SAID
COUNCIL AND ALL RESOLUTIONS AMENDATORY
OF SAID RESOLUTION NO. 2172..
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as well as a copy of the Salary Survey made in connection therewith.
Mayor McGill expressed the feeling that all department heads should reside
in El Segundo. After expressions for and aginst this residency require-
ment, it was moved by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Mayor McGill, that
all department heads be required to reside in E1 Segundo. Carried by the
following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Carr, Nagel and Mayor McGill;
Noes: Councilmen Frederick and McElhaney;
Absent: Councilmen None.
Councilman Nagel expressed the desire to maintain parity between
the Police Chief and Fire Chief. Discussion ensued, after which it was moved
by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Frederick, that parity be
maintained between the Police Chief and Fire Chief. Motion lost by the
following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Frederick and Nagel;
Noes: Councilmen Carr, McElhaney and Mayor McGill;
Absent: Councilmen None.
After review of the Resolution and modifications pertaining to the City
Manager's and City Attorney's salaries and residency requirements were
made, Resolution No. 2196 was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Carr,
Mayor McGill;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilmen None.
Frederick, Nagel, McElhaney and
At this time, the hour b eing 9:10 o'clock p, m. , Mayor McGill declared a
ten minute recess. At the hour of 9:20 o'clock p.m. the Council reconvened,
the following Councilmen being present and answering roll call: Carr,
Frederick, McElhaney, Nagel and Mayor McGill.
- 3. As requested, an inspection of the riding stables at El Segundo
-Blvd. and Sepulveda had been made jointly with the Los Angeles County
Health Dept., E1 Segundo Building Dept. and the Fire Prevention Bureau.
A number of Code violations were pointed out and the owner notified and
directed to correct said violations within thirty days. Another inspection
will be made September 1st, after which a report will be made to the Council.
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS VAN DRIE MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. Presented for the Council's consideration a Supplemental Agree-
ment between the City of El Segundo and the Southern Pacific Company
extending the time in which the City may commence construction of a pro-
posed overpass at Pine Avenue, and recommended the City enter into said
Agreement, which had been approved as to form by the City Attorney.
Moved by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Frederick, that the
Supplemental Agreement for extension of time to July 15, 1968, to commence
construction of proposed overpass at Pine Ave. be approved and the Mayor be
and he is hereby authorized to sign for and on behalf of the City and the City
Clerk to attest. Motion carried. Mayor McGill stated he has been advised
progress is being made in determining land rights and that the Southern
Pacific Company is dealing directly with General Tile.
2. Reported that all bids received on July 24, 1967, for the con-
struction of a retaining wall on the west side of Center St, north of Pine Ave.
had been checked; that the low bid in amount of $13, 528. 20 had been sub-
mitted by Concrete Construction Service, Inc. It was recommended by the
Director of Public Works that all bids be rejected and the wall redesigned
to a concrete embankment type of construction, the estimated cost being
$7, 000. 00; that plans and specifications be submitted for approval of the
Council and a time set for receipt of bids.
Moved by Councilman Frederick, seconded by Councilman McElhaney,
that all bids for the construction of a retaining wall on the west side of
Center Street north of Pine Avenue received by this Council on July 24, 1967,
be rejected and the bid bonds be returned to the bidders, and that the
Director of Public Works prepare and present to this Council plans and
specifications for a concrete embankment type of construction at a later
date. Motion carried.
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3. Reviewed for the Council the progress on the Water Facil-
ities Building now under construction by Deutsch Construction Company;
that an extension of time for reason of delay in delivery of pipeline
items had been requested; that investigation did not warrant allowing
the requested extension, and he recommended the request be denied.
Mr. Van Drie further stated that it is estimated the work will be
completed by August 18, 1967.
Moved by Councilman Frederick, seconded by Councilman Carr
the recommendation of the Director of Public Works be approved and the
extension of time requested by Deutsch Construction Company be
denied, and that the work continue until completion. Motion carried.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
The following written communication was read to the Council
and was disposed of in the manner indicated:
LOCAL AGENCY FORMATION COMMISSION, being notice of
application for Loeterman Annexation to the City of Hawthorne. Ordered
filed.
RATIFICATION AND APPROVAL OF WARRANTS
It was moved by Councilman McElhaney, seconded by Council-
man Frederick, that Warrants Nos. 16958 thru 17233, inclusive, totaling
$239,513.56, drawn in payment of demands, a list of which had been
presented to the Council as Demand Register Summary Nos. 2, 3 and 4,
and certified by the Directom of Finance as conforming to the budget
approved by Ordinance No. 665, be ratified and approved. Carried by the
following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Carr,
Mayor McGill;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilmen None.
Frederick, McElhaney, Nagel and
NEW BUSINESS
Councilman Nagel announced that at the August 23rd meeting of
the Planning Commission Mr. Bob Davidson of the Airport Staff would
present a summation of the expansion plans of the Los Angeles Inter-
national Airport. All are invited.
Mayor McGill moved that the same procedure of publishing
salaries of City employees be carried out and that the schedule of
salaries be published once in our local newspaper. The motion was seconded
by Councilman McElhaney and unanimously carried.
Mayor McGill stated that August 24th would be the deadline for
receiving applications for City Planning Commissioner.
The Mayor announced that the Council would recess to hold a
Library Board meeting and a personnel session, the hour being 9:45 o'clock
p.m. At the hour of 10:10 o'clock p.m. the Council reconvened, all members
present. No other business appearing to come before the Council at this
meeting, it was moved by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Carr,
the meeting adjourn. Motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
APPROVED: Eunice U. Creason, City Clerk
Mayor
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