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1970 JAN 12 CC MINX 2'763 E1 Segundo, California January 12, 1970 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 Reverend Ralph Elmore of the El Segundo Foursquare Church. The meeting was then called to order by Floyd Carr, Jr. , Mayor, the hour being 7:00 o'clock p. m. ROLL CALL Councilmen Present: Balmer, Frederick, Nagel, Stephens and Mavor Carr; Councilmen Absent: None. READING OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEET G- The minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting held December 22, 1969, having been read and no error or omission having been noted, it was moved by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman Balmer that the minutes of said meeting be approved as recorded. Motion carried. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS 1. The Mayor announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed for the public hearing on proposed amendments to "Title 19" (Plats and Subdivisions) of the Municipal Code and inquired of the Clerk if proper notice of the hearing had been given, to which the Clerk replied that affidavit of publi- cation was in her file. The Mayor then inquired if any written communications had been received in the matter, to which the Clerk replied that there had been none. Planning Director Reid discussed the proposed changes. The Mayor then inquired if anyone present desired to address the Council in this matter. There being no reply, the Mayor declared the public hearing closed. After discussion, motion was made by Councilman Balmer, seconded by Councilman Nagel that the Attorney be instructed to present the ordinance effecting the amendments to Title 19. The Attorney read the title of said ordinance, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE "EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE" BY ADDING SECTIONS 19. 04. 025 AND 19. 04. 0.15 - DEFINITIONS, AND BY ADDING CHAPTER 19.40 RELATING TO DIVI- SION OF LANDS INTO FOUR OR LESS LOTS., which was read. After motion duly made and unanimously carried, the further reading was waived. Thereafter, said ordinance was introduced by Councilman Frederick. 2. The Mayor announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed for the public hearing on Specific (Precise) Plan for Sepulveda Properties, Inc. to construct a 15 -story 'office building, two -level underground parking structure and surface parking on property located north of E1 Segundo Boulevard between Sepulveda Boulevard and the proposed northerly extension of Nash Street. The Mayor inquired of the City Clerk if proper notice of the hearing had been given, to which the Clerk replied that affidavit of publication and mailing of notices was in her file. The Mayor then inquired if any written communications had been received in the matter, to which the Clerk replied that there had been none. -1 - X 2'764 Mr. Ben Cole of Sepulveda Properties, Inc. , presented plans for the future development of the area as well as specific plans for the office building and parking structure requested in this hearing. Planning Director Reid then discussed the conditions under which this Specific (Precise) Plan had been approved by the Planning Commission. The Mayor then inquired if anyone present desired to address the Council in this matter. There being no reply, the Mayor declared the public hearing closed. After discussion, motion was made by Councilman Frederick, seconded by Councilman Stephens that the Citv Attorney be instructed to prepare a resolution adopting the Specific (Precise) Plan of Sepulveda Properties, Inc. , with conditions as recommended oy the Planning Commission in its Resolution No. 715. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Frederick, Nagel, Stephens and Mayor Carr; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 3. The matter of the request for pipeline franchise for Standard Gas Company, a subsidiary of Standard Oil Company of California, for transporting jet fuel to Los Angeles International Airport, was discussed at this time. The request had been received by the Council on June 9, 1969 and referred to the staff for review and recommendation. The City Engineer was asked to present his report on the matter. Mr. Van Drie reported that Standard Gas Company had prepared a report entitled "Proposed Pipeline, City of El Segundo" relative to proposed location, size, design, capacity and safety factors and including an account of Standard's experience in construction and operation of pipeline and of pipeline reliability under seismic conditions. A review of the report by the staff indicates that the construction and operation of the proposed line is feasible, will not be in conflict with the general health and welfare of the citizens along the proposed route and is consistent with present policy of joint use of public right of way. The City Engineer recommended that the Council approve the application of Standard Gas Company for a pipeline franchise. Councilman Balmer stated that he would abstain from discussion in this matter. After discussion, motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman Frederick that Resolution No. 2299, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO GRANT A FRANCHISE TO STANDARD GAS COMPANY, A CORPORATION, FOR A TERM OF TWENTY - FIVE (25) YEARS TO LAY, CONSTRUCT, MAINTAIN AND OPERATE A PIPELINE SYSTEM CONSISTING OF A SINGLE LINE OF PIPE NOT TO EXCEED TWELVE (12) INCHES IN INTERNAL DIAMETER FOR THE PURPOSE OF TRANSPORTING AVIATION JET FUEL ALONG CERTAIN PORTIONS OF CERTAIN PUBLIC STREETS WITHIN SAID CITY., which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried and- said resolution was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Frederick, Nagel, Stephens and Mayor Carr; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None; Not Voting: Councilman Balmer. -2- X Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Stephens and unanimously carried that the City Clerk send notices to all property owners along the line of the work as shown on the last equalized assessment roll and that the City Engineer be instructed to provide the Clerk with the list of property owners. 4. The City Manager presented a request from Yellow Cab Company of California for an increase in taxicab rates. Mr. William Cutbirth, Vice President of Yellow Cab Company, addressed the Council setting forth the schedule of rates proposed. 2'765 After discussion, motion was made by Councilman Frederick, seconded by Councilman Stephens that Resolution No. 2300, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 2161 (YELLOW CAB COMPANY OF CALIFORNIA CONDITIONAL PERMIT)., which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried and said resolution was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Mayor Carr; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. Frederick, Nagel, Stephens and 5. City Treasurer, Ruth Hopp, was requested to present proposed amendments to Title 8 of the Municipal Code pertaining to animal licensing and regulations. The amendments would change the schedule of pound fees, dog license fees and kennel license fees, decrease the delinquency period to thirty days from sixty days and would make other minor corrective changes in language of the code. The City Attorney read the title of the Ordinance effecting these amendments, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 8 OF THE "EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE ", RELATING TO ANIMALS., which was read. After motion duly made and unanimously carried, the further reading was waived. Thereafter, said ordinance was introduced by Councilman Balmer. 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. STATE DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL, regarding beer license for The Dugout. Ordered filed. 2. STATE DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS, being notification of public hearing on the location of proposed Route 1 Freeway from Sepulveda Boulevard to Virginia Street, said hearing to be held in the E1 Segundo High School Auditorium at 7 :30 p. m, on Wednesday, February 4, 1970. Ordered filed. 3. EL SEGUNDO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, stating that the interests of the City of El Segundo would be best served by locating the E1 Segundo on and off ramps of the proposed E1 Segundo Freeway as near as practicable to Main Street. Ordered filed. 4. JAMES L. McELHANEY, CHAIRMAN, EL SEGUNDO DISTRICT YMCA, requesting that the Council adopt a resolution supporting the YMCA membership drive and declare the week of January 25 to February 1, 1970 as -3- X 2'766 YMCA Week in El Segundo; also requesting permission to hang a banner across Main Street for the weeks of the membership drive. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Balmer and unanimously carried that the above request be granted. 5. MR. J. WILSON, THE DUNES, 226 Standard St. , being request for permit for dancing at this address. Reports from the Building Department, Fire Department and Police Department were received by the Council. After discussion, this matter was held over for further investigation. 6. MR. GEORGE DAVIS, 9548 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, being commendation of the Water and Sanitation Department employees for their action in alleviating a problem of high water consumption at his property in E1 Segundo. Ordered filed. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS 1. MR. FLOYD WALLACE, 218 Loma Vista Street, MR. DON SHIELDS, representing Xerox Data Systems, and DR. JOHN MESCHUK, 811 California Street, spoke in opposition to the proposed Utility Tax which was to be discussed later in this meeting. Mayor Carr requested that further discussion in this matter be deferred until that time. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES 1. Noise Abatement Committee. Councilman Nagel reported that the committee would be ma7ung a recommendation to the Council in the near future regarding noise consultant. 2. South Bay Councilmen's Association. Councilman Stephens invited all members o t e Council to attend the anuary 22, 1970 meeting of this Association when the matter of city insurance problems will be discussed. At the hour of 8 :50 o'clock p. m. , the Mayor declared a 10- minute recess. At the hour of 9 :00 o'clock p. m. , the Council reconvened, all members being present and answering roll call. REPORTS OF OFFICERS CITY MANAGER JONES MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Reported that, due to the resignation of a custodian, bids had been received for custodial services for the Police Building, which bids were as f ollows : Jim's Maintenance Service $ 575. 00 per month Mercury $ 660. 00 per month Commercial $ 700. 00 per month Recommended that the low bid of Jim's Maintenance Service be accepted on a month -to -month basis, and that $3, 750. 00 be transferred from Salaries to the Professional Services object of Account 109 to cover the costs of the contract for the balance of the fiscal year. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Balmer that the low bid of Jim's Maintenance Service for custodial services for the Police Building be accepted on a month -to -month basis at the rate of $575. 00 per month; that purchase orders in that amount be issued to said Company and that the sum of $3, 750. 00 be transferred from Account 109 -1A (Permanent Salaries) to Account 109 -3H (Professional Services) to cover the costs of the contract for the balance of the fiscal year. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Mayor Carr; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. Frederick, Nagel, Stephens and Mrs. Elsie McMahon, 660 W. Palm Avenue, addressed the Council protesting the contracting of city work. She stated that she felt that this work should be done by City forces. 115!! X 2. Reported that the State Legislature will be considering adoption of a state -wide utility users tax during it 1970 session. If adopted, revenue from the tax will be distributed to cities on a formula to be included in the law. There is a good possibility that any state -wide tax law will provide that any City which previously levied the tax would receive no less from the State tax than it would have received had it continued its own tax. Recommended that El Segundo levy a Utility Tax as soon as possible in order to establish a base revenue figure that would protect the City. from losing from 40 percent to 80 percent of the tax generated within the City. The following citizens addressed the Council protesting said tax: Mr. Floyd Wallace, Mrs. Frances Boccuzzio, Dr. John Meschuk, Mr. Don Shields representing Xerox Data Systems, Mr. Walter Gorrell of International Rectifier. 2'767 Mr. Mario Roberti, Attorney for Southern California Gas Company and Mr. John McKee of Pacific Telephone Company stated that the utility companies had no objection to collecting this tax for the City if it were a lawful tax, but that there had been some question as to whether a general law city could impose such a tax. After lengthy discussion, motion was made by Councilman Frederick, seconded by Councilman Nagel and unanimously carried that the matter be held in abeyance for 60 days and that it be brought up for discussion at the regular meeting of the City Council to be held March 9, 1970. At the hour of 10 :45 o'clock p. m. , the Mayor declared a 10- minute recess. At the hour of 10 :55 o'clock P. m. , the Council reconvened, all members being present and answering roll call. CITY MANAGER JONES (Cont'd. ) 3. Reported that, pursuant to the terms of an agreement entered into within the City of Manhattan Beach for the beautification of the Rosecrans Avenue median strip between Aviation Boulevard and Highland Avenue, the City of Manhattan Beach would receive bids, let the contract and oversee the construction of said project; that said bids were received and opened on January 2, 1970 by the City of Manhattan Beach, as follows: Name Landscape Associates Schmidlin Bros. Wisk A. F. Gaudenti Hammer Co. Helton Enterprises Moulder Bros. Aka -Tani Landscaping Bergen Nurseries California Landscaping Amount of Bid $ 59,700 $ 62,000 $ 63,195 $ 63,257 $ 64, 938 $ 65, 627 $ 66, 600 $ 71,600 $ 71, 992 $ 86, 374 Motion was made by Councilman Balmer, seconded by Councilman Frederick that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that in accordance with the terms of the Agreement dated November 12, 1968 with the City of Manhattan Beach, the award of the contract by the City of Manhattan Beach to Landscape Associates in the amount of $59, 700 for the in- stallation of landscaping, sprinkler system and incidental work within the median strip on Rosecrans Avenue between Aviation Boulevard and Highland Avenue under Notice to Contractors dated November 4, 1969, be approved. -5- X 2'768 Carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Frederick, Stephens and Mayor Carr; Noes: Councilman Nagel; Absent: Councilmen None. 4. Recommended that the City concur with the County of Los Angeles' application for TOPICS funds for installation of an integrated traffic signal system. The system, as described in the County's preliminary statement extends only as far north as E1 Segundo Boulevard. It was felt that the operation of the system would be improved by extending it as far north as Imperial Highway, which would require the addition of signals on Sepulveda Boulevard at Grand Avenue, Mariposa Avenue, Maple Avenue and Imperial Highway; also, on Imperial Highway at Aviation Boulevard, Douglas Street and Nash Street. If these intersections are not included in the system, they may act as bottlenecks and impede the effectiveness of the total system. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Balmer and unanimously carried that the City concur with the County of Los Angeles' application for TOPICS funds for installation of integrated traffic signal system and that request be made to the County that additional signals as set forth above, be included in the proposed system. CITY CLERK MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Recommended that a deposit of $75. 00 be required of each candidate filing a Statement of Qualifications in the Municipal Election to be held April 14, 1970. Motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman Frederick and unanimously carried that the above recommendations be approved. CITY ATTORNEY ALLEN MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Presented for the Council's consideration an ordinance amending Chapter 3. 16 of the E1 Segundo Municipal Code relative to real property transfer tax, to conform to a change in the State law. The City Attorney then read the title of said ordinance, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 3.16 OF THE "EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE" RELATING TO REAL PROPERTY TRANSFER TAX., which was read. After motion duly made and unanimously carried, the further reading was waived. Thereafter, said ordinance was introduced by Councilman Nagel. 2. Reported that in accordance with Resolution No. 2279 adopted on July 14, 1969, eminent domain proceedings had been initiated to acquire property described as Lots 14, 15 and 16 of Block 32, which is a sump portion of the storm drain system of the City. An order of immediate possession was served on the property owners in late July and the City took possession approximately August 1, 1969. The City received an appraisal of the property in the amount of $39, 500. The owners have offered to compromise the City's acquisition of this property for a purchase price of $43, 450. This compromise had been presented to the Council in Executive Session and the Attorney was instructed to proceed with the purchase of the property, to be effected by an escrow in the Security Pacific Bank, E1 Segundo Branch. The City would pay the amount of $43, 450, which is well within 10% of the appraised value, and would take title to the property which it sought to condemn. This is a title to the McCray interests and does not include the leasehold interest of T & F Oil Company and certain other interest which the City had determined not to undertake. X 2'769 The City Attorney presented instructions regarding Escrow No. 35- 5572 -W as set forth above and recommended approval. Motion was made by Councilman Balmer, seconded by Councilman Frederick that Escrow Instructions consisting of- two (2) pages, bearing the number 35- 5572 -W, dated December 11, 1969, be placed on file in the office of the City Clerk and, as so on file, said escrow instructions be approved and the Mayor be authorized to execute the same for and on behalf of the City and delivery made to the Escrow Department of Security Pacific Bank, El Segundo Branch. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Frederick, Nagel, Stephens and t Mayor Carr; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. Motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman Nagel that the City Treasurer, Director of Finance and the Mayor be authorized to make, issue and draw a warrant in amount of $43, 450. 00 and to deposit same with the Security Pacific Bank, E1 Segundo Branch in Escrow #35- 5572 -W. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Mayor Carr; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. Frederick, Nagel, Stephens and Motion was made by Councilman Frederick, seconded by Councilman Stephens that the City Treasurer, Director of Finance and the Mayor be authorized to make, issue and draw a warrant sufficient to cover incidental expenses in connection with Escrow #35- 5572 -W, but in no event to exceed $2, 500. 00, and to deposit same with the Security Pacific Bank, E1 Segundo Branch. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Mayor Carr; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. Frederick, Nagel, Stephens and DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS VAN DRIE MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Presented for the Council's consideration Change Order No. 1 for demolition and removal of water treatment plant facilities which was an addition of $400. 00 to cover the cost of removal of a concrete gun mount in Hilltop Park which had been constructed by the Federal Government during World War II. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Balmer that Change Order No. 1, hereinabove referred to, be and the same is hereby approved. Carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Mayor Carr; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. Frederick, Nagel, Stephens and 2. Reported that the work of Gangi Excavating, covering the demolition and removal of water treatment plant facilities, under City Specifications No. 69 -10, had been completed to the satisfaction of the Department of Public Works and recommended that the work be accepted and a Notice of Completion filed. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Balmer, that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that the City Council concurs in the recom- mendation of the Director of Public Works, and that the work covering demolition and removal of water treatment plant facilities, in accordance with Specifications No. 69 -10, Gangi Excavating, contractor, is hereby accepted as of this date, January 12, 1970; and -7- X 2'7'70 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor be and he is hereby authorized to sign the required Notice of Completion, and the City Clerk to attest, and that the City Clerk is hereby directed to cause the same to be filed in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County within ten days after the date of completion. Carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Mayor Carr; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. Frederick, Nagel, Stephens and UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. The City Attorney read the title of the ordinance amending Title 14 of the Municipal Code, relating to undergrounding public utilities, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE "EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE" BY ADDING "CHAPTER 14.12" TO SAID CODE RELATING TO UNDERGROUNDING PUBLIC UTILITIES OWNED BY PUBLIC AGENCIES., which was read. Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, the further reading of Ordinance No. 730 was waived. Following motion made by Councilman Balmer, seconded by Councilman Nagel, Ordinance No. 730 was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Mayor Carr; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. Frederick, Nagel, Stephens and 2. The City Attorney read the title of the ordinance amending Title 20 of the Municipal Code, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 20 (THE COM- PREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE) OF THE "EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE" IN VARIOUS PARTICULARS., Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, the further reading of Ordinance No. 731 was waived. Following motion made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman Balmer, Ordinance No. 731 was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Mayor Carr; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. Frederick, Nagel, Stephens and City Manager Jones reminded the Council'of its meeting with the School Board on Monday evening, January 19, 1970 at 7 :30 o'clock p. m. in the School Administration Building. At the hour of 11 :15 0' clock p. m. , the Council recessed to the Mayor's office for a personnel session. At the hour of 11 :30 o'clock p. m. , the Council reconvened, all members being present and answering roll call. No further business appearing to come before the Council at this meeting, it was moved by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Stephens, the meeting adjourn, the hour of adjournment being 11 :35 o'clock p. m. Motion carried. . .. -• Respectfully submitted, A umce U. Creason, city Clerk