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1970 JAN 26 CC MINX 2'7'72 E1 Segundo, California January 26, 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 F. C. Brannigan of St. Andrew's Catholic 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 Mayor Carr; Councilmen Absent: None. READING OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING The minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting held January 12, 1970, and of the Special Meeting held January 21, 1970, having been read and no error or omission having been noted, it was moved by Councilman Frederick, seconded by Councilman Stephens that the minutes of said meeting be approved as recorded. Motion carried. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS The Mayor announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed for the hearing on protest of Leona Pringle Real Estate regarding payment of 1970 business license fee as set forth in Section 5. 08. 570 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES of the E1 Segundo Municipal Code. Director of Finance Weber discussed the provisions of the code which relate to business license fees for real estate offices. Mrs. Leona Pringle, Pringle Real Estate, addressed the Council stating that the salesmen whose State licenses are posted in her office are not employed by her but act as independent contractors. She felt that they should be considered as "associates" only in the same sense as nurses, X -ray tech - nicians, etc. are "associated" with physicians and the business license fee should be computed on that basis. Mrs. Pringle asked that she be named to the Council's committee which is being appointed to study the business license ordinance. The Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak further in the matter. There being no response, the Mayor then declared the public hearing closed. It was the consensus of the Council that since the business license ordinance is scheduled for study, the fee for professional services should remain the same as has been collected in the past, pending the outcome of the study. It was moved by Councilman Frederick, seconded by Councilman Nagel that the City Council determines that it is the intention of Section 5. 08. 570 that the maximum business license for professional services be $24. 00. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Mayor Carr; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. Frederick, Nagel, Stephens and 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: BE X 2'7'73 1. STATE DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL, being notification of withdrawal of application of Norman W. Dornblaser for beer license for The Dugout, 137 Main Street. Ordered filed. 2. As previously requested, City Manager Jones made a report of the investigation of the operation of The Dunes in connection with a request for dance permit for that establishment. The owners had been contacted and stated that they had no intention of having paid dancing entertainment but the permit would be for dancing for patrons only. The Police Chief had reported that the number of police incidents at that address did not warrant denial of the permit. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Balmer that the dance permit for The Dunes, 226 Standard Street, be granted subject to the approval of the Building and Fire Departments. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Frederick, Nagel and Mayor Carr; Noes: Councilmen Stephens; Absent: Councilmen None. 3. CITIZENS' PLANNING ADVISORY COMMITTEE, John Grosvenor, Chairman, being request for replacement of two members. City Manager Jones was requested to make available to the Council the list of applicants now on file. 4. HARRY H. WEBER, DIRECTOR OF FINANCE, being request for permission to cancel Warrant #26577 in amount of $35. 00 for registration fee for Finance Officers' Seminar as the Finance Director was unable to attend the seminar. Motion was made by Councilman Frederick, seconded by Council- man Stephens and unanimously carried that the above request be granted. 5. JACK MASMINSTER, 1014 - 10th Street, Hermosa Beach, being application for taxicab permit. By general consent, this matter was referred to the City Manager for investigation and report. 6. PLANNING COMMISSION, enclosing copy of its Resolution No. 716, granting, with conditions, the request from Wyle Laboratories to move existing oil storage tanks, piping, etc. , to accommodate a new general office and industrial building, generally located on Center Street between Franklin and Grand Avenues. Ordered filed pending expiration of appeal period. 7. PLANNING COMMISSION, enclosing copy of its Resolution No. 717, denying request from Mr. Eugene W. Day, Owner, for variance to construct residential units in the C -M Zone, and a variance of five required off - street parking spaces on property at 117 Main Street. An appeal had been received from Mr. Day and this matter had been set for hearing before the City Council on February 24, 1970. 8. JAMES L. STINNETT, being a letter of resignation from the Recreation and Parks Commission. Motion was made by Councilman Frederick, seconded by Councilman Stephens and unanimously carried that the resignation of James L. Stinnett be accepted with regret and that he be presented with a plaque of appreciation for his service to the City. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS 1. MRS. DONNA HOYER, 407 E. Pine Ave., addressed the Council objecting to the contracting of City work and stating that she felt that the El Segundo police officers' wage scale should be increased. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES 1. Councilman Nagel reported that he and City Manager Jones had attended the Los Angeles Planning Commission hearing on the change of zone from R -1, R -2 and R -3 to M -2 of property at the west end of the airport. The City of El Segundo's position in this matter was presented at the hearing by Councilman Nagel. It was decided by the Los Angeles Planning Commission to rezone to M -2 the property between the westerly extensions of the north and south runways. -2- X 2'7'74 2. South Bay Councilmen's Association. Councilman Stephens reported that at the last meeting, the su ject o iability insurance for cities was discussed. The Association has set up a study committee made up of Finance Directors and Councilman Stephens to determine what the problems are. REPORTS OF OFFICERS CITY MANAGER JONES MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Presented a report from Jack Ruis, Director of Recreation and Parks, concerning the need for a Teen Center in the City and the availability of the Grand Avenue Market property as a possible site. Meetings had been held with various teenagers to discuss ideas for programs and utilization of the facility, if acquired. The estimated cost for construction of restrooms, paint and decoration, snack bar and other equipment was $13, 600. The Mayor then inquired if anyone present wished to speak in this matter. DR. JOHN MESCHUK, 811 California Street, spoke in opposition to the acquisition of this property for a teen center. The following spoke in favor of the teen center: Miss Jackie Anderson, 1114 E. Acacia; Miss Cindy Nutz, 846 Sheldon St. ; Rich Schoen - baum, 632 Hillcrest St. ; Miss Cindy Castle, 214 W. Oak Ave.; Jack Barner, 831 Pepper Street; Larney Mack, 412 Whiting Street and Mike Duval, 608 W. Holly Ave. DR. JAMES McELHANEY, 1206 E. Sycamore Ave. , discussed the proposed YMCA center in the City which is planned for completion in approximately three years. At the hour of 9 :15 o'clock p. m. , the Mayor declared a 10- minute recess. At the hour of 9:25 o'clock p. m. , the Council reconvened, all members being present and answering roll call. MRS. MARJORY SCHUMACHER, 822 Eucalyptus Drive, stated that the PTA is very much in favor of the teen center and hoped it would be completed as soon as possible. After lengthy discussion, motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Mayor Carr that the City Manager be authorized to hire an appraiser, for a fee not to exceed $1, 000 and to enter into negotiations with the owner for a two -year lease with option to purchase. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Frederick, Nagel, Stephens and Mayor Carr; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 2. Summarized the City's proposed presentation for the February 4, 1970 hearing for adoption of route location for Freeway Route 1. This pre- sentation concerns problems which the adoption of the route from Sepulveda to Virginia Street may present to the City of El Segundo, and it was recom- mended that said report be approved for presentation at the hearing. Motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman Nagel that the report be approved and authorized for presentation at the February 4, 1970 hearing for the adoption of route location of Freeway Route 1. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Nagel, Stephens and Mayor Carr; Noes: Councilman Frederick; Absent: Councilmen None. 3. Presented bids for six (6) Police Department vehicles, which bids were as follows: -3- Name Coast Chrysler Plymouth Escobar Ford Amount of Bid Less Trade -in $16, 508. 60 $3, 509. 60 $17, 015. 37 $2,100.00 X 2'7'75 Total $12, 999. 00 $14, 915. 37 Earle Ike Dodge $17, 954. 32 $2, 625. 00 $15, 329. 32 Recommended that the low bid of Coast Chrysler Plymouth be accepted. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Frederick that the bid of Coast Chrysler Plymouth in amount of $12, 999. 00, with trade -ins, be accepted and purchase order in that amount be issued to said Company. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Mayor Carr; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. Frederick, Nagel, Stephens and 4. Reported that a study had been made of possible sites for a baseball field for use by American Little League and it was found that the most desirable location would be the southeast corner of the Junior High School Athletic Field. The cost for development of this field would be $2, 110 and it was recommended that the Council approve the project and authorize the appropriation of that amount. The Parks and Recreation Department has obtained a Civic Center Use Permit from the School District for the property. Motion was made by Councilman Balmer, seconded by Councilman Stephens that the development of a Little League field at the Junior High School site be approved and that an appropriation of $2, 110 from the contingency fund be approved. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Mayor Carr; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. Frederick, Nagel, Stephens and 5. Presented for the Council's information a mid -year report of the Budget and reported that no adjustments are necessary. 6. Presented a request from Equitable Savings & Loan Association, owners of property at 888 So. Sepulveda Blvd. , for approval of a covenant which would provide that the owner of the parking structure at that address would always provide sufficient parking for the adjacent office building so that the building would be in conformity with parking requirements when the building was fully occupied. Mr. Richard D. Aldrich, Attorney for Equitable Savings & Loan Association, was in the audience and presented Equitable's position with regard to the property. After discussion, this matter was held over until the regular meeting to be held on February 24, 1970. 7. Presented bids for light standards for Hilltop Park, which bids were as follows: Name Amount of Bid Inglewood Wholesale Electric $ 1, 176. 84 Pacific States Wholesale Electric $ 1,225. 88 Gaudio Electric $ 1,257. 90 Recommended that the low bid of Inglewood Wholesale Electric be accepted. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Balmer that the bid of Inglewood Wholesale Electric in amount of $1, 176. 84 for light standards for Hilltop Park be accepted and that purchase order in that amount be issued to said Company. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Mayor Carr; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. -4- Frederick, Nagel, Stephens and X 2'7'76 8. Presented a request from South Bay Publishing Company that the City participate in the Industrial- Progress Edition of the E1 Segundo Herald. By general consent, this communication was ordered received and filed. CITY ATTORNEY ALLEN MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Presented for the Council's consideration a resolution deter- mining prevailing rates of wages to be paid on public works projects in the City of E1 Segundo. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Frederick that Resolution No. 2301, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, ASCERTAIN- ING AND DETERMINING PREVAILING RATES OF WAGES TO BE PAID ON PUBLIC WORKS IN THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AND REPEAL- ING RESOLUTION NO. 2253. , 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 2. As previously instructed, presented for the Council's con- sideration a resolution adopting Specific (Precise) Plan No. 7. Motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman Nagel that Resolution No. 2302, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING WITH CERTAIN CONDITIONS, SPECIFIC (PRECISE) PLAN NO. 7. , 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 ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS ALLEN MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Reported that the following quotations had been received for providing and installing lath and plaster for shower rooms at Recreation Park and Hilltop Park, in accordance with City Specifications No. 69 -5: Name Charles Thompson Ronald E. Koontz Gardener & Associates Amount of Bid $ 1,900. 00 $ 2,211. 00 $ 3, 735. 00 Recommended that the low bid of Charles Thompson in amount of $1, 900. 00 be accepted. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Frederick, that the low bid of Charles Thompson, in amount of $1, 900. 00 for furnishing and installing lath and plaster for shower rooms at Recreation Park and Hilltop Park, be accepted and that purchase order in that amount be issued to said Company. Motion carried by the following vote: -5- Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Mayor Carr; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 07A Frederick, Nagel, Stephens and 2. Reported that the following quotations had been received to install a raised median curb on Aviation Boulevard from Hawaii Street to 200' north of Rosecrans Avenue: Name Amount of Bid Griffith Company $ 2,196.75 Norm Ruggles $ 2, 272. 50 Sully Miller Contracting Company $ 3, 817. 80 Recommended that the low bid of Griffith Company in amount of $2, 196. 75 be accepted. 2'7'7'7 Motion was made by Councilman Frederick, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that the low bid of Griffith Company in amount of $2, 196. 75 for installing median curb on Aviation Boulevard as set forth above, be accepted and that purchase order in that amount be issued to said Company. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Mayor Carr; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. Frederick, Nagel, Stephens and As the east half of Aviation Boulevard is located within the City of Hawthorne, that city was contacted relative to sharing the cost. They indicated that they would be willing to share the cost of this project. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. The City Attorney read the title of the ordinance amending Title 19 of the Municipal Code, relating to division of lands into four or less lots, 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. 045 - DEFINITIONS, AND BY ADDING CHAPTER 19.40 RELATING TO DIVI- SION OF LANDS INTO FOUR OR LESS LOTS., which was read. Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, the further reading of Ordinance No. 732 was waived. Following motion made by Councilman Frederick, seconded by Councilman Nagel, Ordinance No. 732 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 8 of the Municipal Code relating to Animals, 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. Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, the further reading of Ordinance No. 733 was waived. Following motion made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman Nagel, Ordinance No. 733 was adopted by the following vote: 2778 Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Nagel, Stephens and Mayor Carr: Noes: Councilman Frederick; Absent: Councilmen None. 3. The City Attorney read the title of the ordinance amending Title 3 of the Municipal Code, relating to real property transfer tax, 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. Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, the further reading of Ordinance No. 734 was waived. Following motion made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Frederick, Ordinance No. 734 was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Mayor Carr; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. Frederick, Nagel, Stephens and RATIFICATION AND APPROVAL OF WARRANTS It was moved by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Balmer that Warrants Nos. 26453 thru 26826 inclusive, totaling $498, 285. 27, drawn in payment of demands, a list of which had been presented to the Council as Demand Register Summary Nos. 18 and 19 and certified by the Director of Finance as conforming to the Budget approved by Ordinance No. 727, be ratified and approved. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Mayor Carr; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. Frederick, Nagel, Stephens and At the hour of 11 :20 o'clock p, m. , the Council recessed to the Mayor's office for Executive Session. At the hour of 12:10 o'clock a. m. , the Council reconvene all members being present and answering roll call. It was moved by Councilman Frederick, seconded by Councilman Stephens that Resolution No. 2203, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TO PERMIT THE REGISTRAR OF VOTERS OF SAID COUNTY TO RENDER SPECIFIED SERVICES TO THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, RELATING TO THE CONDUCT OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELEC- TION TO BE HELD IN SAID CITY ON APRIL 14, 1970. , 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 It was moved by Councilman Balmer, seconded by Councilman Nagel that Resolution No. 2204, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, CALLING AND GIVING NOTICE OF THE HOLDING OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN SAID CITY ON TUESDAY, THE 14TH DAY OF APRIL, 1970, FOR THE ELEC- TION OF CERTAIN OFFICERS OF SAID CITY AS REQUIRED BY THE PROVISIONS OF THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA RELATING TO GENERAL LAW CITIES.. X 2'7'79 which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried and said resolution was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Frederick, Nagel, Stephens and Mayor Carr; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. In the matter of Mowad vs City of E1 Segundo, motion was made by Councilman Frederick, seconded by Councilman Stephens that the City Manager be authorized to advise the firm of Kinkle, Rodiger, Graf, Dewberry and Spriggs to advise V. Lane Knight that the City accepts the settlement offer and to take steps to arrange the settlement, which includes the responsibility for payment of the law firm. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Frederick, Nagel, Stephens and Mayor Carr; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. Motion was then made by Councilman Balmer, seconded by Council- man Nagel that the City Council authorize the City Treasurer, Director of Finance and the Mayor to make, issue and draw a warrant in favor of Edward and Melba Mowad and V. Lane Knight in the sum of $3, 075. 64 and deliver to Kinkle, Rodiger, Graf, Dewberry and Spriggs with authority for them to deliver it to V. Lane Knight when they hold the necessary releases. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Frederick, Nagel, Stephens and Mayor Carr; Noes: Councilmen None; Abs ent: Councilmen None. No further business appearing to come before the Council at this meeting, it was moved by Councilman Balmer, seconded by Councilman Frederick that the meeting adjourn, the hour of adjournment being 12 :20 o'clock a. m. Motion carried. Respectfully submitted, APPROVED: Eunice U. Creason, City Clerk ayor U:10