1971 JUN 28 CC MINX 3059
E1 Segundo, California
June 28, 1971
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 the Reverend Howard Greer of the Pacific Baptist
Church.
The meeting was then called to order by Gordon T. Stephens,
Mayor, the hour being 7: 00 o'clock p.m.
ROLL CALL
Councilmen Present: Balmer, McGill, Nagel, and
Mayor Stephens;
Councilmen Absent: Frederick.
READING OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
The minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting held June 14, 1971,
having been read and no errors or omissions having been noted, it was moved
by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Mayor Stephens that the minutes of said
meeting be approved as recorded. Motion carried.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
The following written communications received from per_ sons , firms,
or corporations hereinafter named, were read to the Council and were dis-
posed of in the manner indicated:
1. B & S RUBBISH DISPOSAL COMPANY, 644 East 213th Street,
Carson, California, being request for business license to collect rubbish
in the City. Motion was made by Councilman Balmer, seconded by Council-
man Nagel and unanimously carried that the above request be granted.
REPORT OF COMMITTEES
1. City Manager Jones advised that there were eight vacancies in
the Citizens' Planning Advisory Committee created by resignations and ex-
piration of terms. The following, whose terms expire this month, have
indicated they are interested in reappointment: Messrs. Ray Fitch, John
Mitchell, Don Mullins, and William Smith. Motion was made by Councilman
Nagel, seconded by Councilman Balmer, and unanimously carried that these
men be reappointed for terms to expire June 1974. Mayor Stephens suggested
that City Manager Jones and Councilman Nagel meet with him to select citizens
to fill the remaining vacancies.
2. CouncKman Nagel reported on the actions of the Building Codes
Committee comprised of himself, Councilman McGill and Building Safety
Director Dalgleish, who met to discuss changes to codes to allow property
owners to perform their own electrical and plumbing work. Motion was
made by Councilman Nagel seconded by Councilman McGill that the City
Attorney be instructed to make these changes to the Electrical and Plumbing
Code Ordinances. City Manager Jones requested that action be deferred
until Mr. Dalgleish could be in attendance to present his views. Councilman
Nagel withdrew his motion and it was agreed to table the matter until the
next regular Council meeting.
3. Councilman Nagel reported on shoreline legislation and recommended
that E1 Segundo go on record as supporting legislation which would put control
of California's shoreline on a local basis. Motion was made by Councilman
Nagel, seconded by Mayor Stephens and unanimously carried that the following
resolution be adopted:
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WHEREAS, the City of E1 Segundo feels
that the conservation of the coastline is essential
to all cities of California; and
WHEREAS, adequate planning to conserve
coastline resources can best be accomplished b`-
cities and counties working cooperatively with
state government;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED,
that the City of E1 Segundo affirms the following
principles for shoreline preservation:
1. City and county masterplans should be coordinated
on a regional basis to develop a statewide coastal
plan.
2. Shoreline elements of city, county, and regional
planning organizations should prohibit:
a. Destruction of estuaries, lagoons, bays, or
coastline.
b. Further reduction of land available for public
beaches, shoreline recreational uses, or
public access.
3. Public access and recreational development of
the shoreline should receive adequate statewide
funding.
4. On any regional or state agency created to plan
and conserve the resources of California shore-
line, the governing body should have a majority
representation of locally elected officials.
5. Support for SB -1483 by Senator Grunsky which
embodies a coordinated approach to coastline
conservation for California.
4. Councilman Nagel made further reports as follows:
Announced that League of California Cities Urban Environ-
mental Committee meeting will be held in Burlingame, California on July 16
and that as a member he planned to attend.
Reported that the deadline for submitting League of California
Cities conference resolutions is July 14. Resolutions should be submitted
to the League office at the Hilton Center before that date.
Announced that the League's general membership meeting will
be held at Hollywood Park in Inglewood, Thursday July 15, 1971 at 7 p. m.
Speaker will be vice - president of NBC, Robert K. Howard.
Announced that on June 24 he made a trip to Sacramento to
testify on behalf of Assembly Bill 2353 which states that any freeway coming
within 500 feet of residents or schools must provide an acoustical barrier
to reduce the noise. This bill was held over for two weeks for additional
testimony. Also stated he went up to oppose AB -1607 and that was also
postponed.
Reported that a special meeting was held to discuss Los Angeles
County Sanitation District salary negotiations. Usually salaries are on same
level as other County employees, but the Supervisors would not approve the
resolution this year. A special meeting was to be held today to consider the
salaries for Sanitation employees only.
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REPORT OF OFFICERS
CITY MANAGER JONES MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. Presented final budget adjustments for the 1970 -71 fiscal year.
Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Mayor Stephens that
said report be accepted and that recommended transfer of funds between
accounts be approved. Motion carried.
At this time, Mayor Stephens recommended that the discussion
of salary and fringe benefits for 1971-72 fiscal year be held in executive
session at the end of this meeting.
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS GLICKMAN MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. Presented for the Council's consideration an Agreement between
the City of E1 Segundo and Laurence J. Thompson, Inc. for special assess-
ment engineering services in connection with the improvement of Concord
Place between Maple Avenue and Sycamore Avenue (Assessment District
No. 71) and recommended that said Agreement be approved.
Mayor Stephens stated he did not wish to participate in discussion
or voting regarding Assessment District 71.
Motion was made by Councilman Balmer, seconded by Councilman
Nagel that the following resolution be adopted:
RESOLVED, that that certain form of Agreement
between the City of El Segundo and Laurence J. Thompson, Inc .
for special assessment engineering services irl connection
with the improvement of Concord Place between Maple
Avenue and Sycamore Avenue (Assessment District No. 71),
presented to this council on this date, be and the same is
hereby approved, and a copy of said Agreement be placed
on file in the office of the City Clerk; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor be and
he is hereby authorized to sign for and on behalf of the City
and the City Clerk to attest the same.
Carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Nagel, and
McGill;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilman Frederick;
Not Voting: Mayor Stephens.
2. Presented a resolution appointing and employing counsel to
assist in preparation of special assessment proceedings. Motion was made
by Councilman McGill, seconded by Councilman Nagel that Resolution No.
2381, entitled:
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, APPOINT-
ING AND EMPLOYING COUNSEL TO ASSIST IN
THE PREPARATION OF SPECIAL ASSESSMENT
PROCEEDINGS.
which was read, be adopted.
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On roll call, said motion carried and said resolution was adopted by the
following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Nagel, and
McGill;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilman Frederick;
Not Voting: Mayor Stephens.
3. Presented a resolution determining that in connection with
AD- 71 liquidated damages shall be paid to the City by the contractor in
the event that the work described in the Resolution of Intention is not
completed within the time limits specified in the contract. Motion was
made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Balmer that Resolu-
tion No. 2382, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO DETERMINING
THAT LIQUIDATED DAMAGES SHALL BE
PAID. (AD- 71)
which was read, be adopted.
On roll call, said motion carried and said resolution was adopted by the
following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Nagel, and
McGill;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilman Frederick;
Not Voting: Mayor Stephens.
4. Presented a resolution ordering the City Engineer to furnish
plans and specifications for the improvement of Concord Place between
Maple Avenue and Sycamore Avenue. Motion was made by Councilman
McGill, seconded by Councilman Balmer that Resolution No. 2383, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO ORDERING THE
CITY ENGINEER TO FURNISH PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE IMPROVEMENT
OF CONCORD PLACE BETWEEN MAPLE
AVENUE AND SYCAMORE AVENUE.
(AD- 71)
which was read, be adopted.
On roll call, said motion carried and said resolution was adopted by the
following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Nagel, and
McGill;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilman Frederick;
Not Voting: Mayor Stephens.
At this time the City Engineer filed with the City Clerk a copy of
plans and specifications as well as a map of Assessment District No. 71.
5. Presented a resolution adopting the profile and improvement
plan and specifications for the improvement of Concord Place between
Maple Avenue and Sycamore Avenue. Motion was made by Councilman
Nagel, seconded by Councilman Balmer that Resolution No. 2384, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO ADOPTING THE
PROFILE AND IMPROVEMENT PLAN AND
SPECIFICATION FOR THE IMPROVEMENT
OF CONCORD PLACE BETWEEN MAPLE
AVENUE AND SYCAMORE AVENUE IN THE
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO
(AD -71)
which was read, be adopted.
On roll call, said motion carried and said resolution was adopted by the
following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Nagel, and
McGill;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilman Frederick;
Not Voting: Mayor Stephens.
6. Presented a resolution approving the map of assessment district
No. 71. Motion was made by Councilman Balmer, seconded by Councilman
Nagel that Resolution No. 2385, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO APPROVING MAP
OF ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR THE IMPROVE-
MENT OF CONCORD PLACE BETWEEN MAPLE
AVENUE AND SYCAMORE AVENUE IN THE CITY
OF EL SEGUNDO.
(AD- 71)
which was read, be adopted.
On roll call, said motion carried and said resolution was adopted by the
following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Nagel, and
McGill;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilman Frederick;
Not Voting: Mayor Stephens,
7. Presented a resolution declaring the Council's intention to
improve Concord Place between Maple Avenue and Sycamore Avenue and
declaring that the expense thereof shall be assessed upon a district.
Motion was made by Councilman Balmer, seconded by Councilman Nagel
that Resolution No. 2386, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO DECLARING ITS INTENTION
TO IMPROVE CONCORD PLACE BETWEEN MAPLE
AVENUE AND SYCAMORE AVENUE IN THE CITY OF
EL SEGUNDO, DETERMINING THAT BONDS SHALL
BE ISSUED TO REPRESENT THE COST THEREFOR,
DECLARING THE WORK TO BE OF MORE THAN
LOCAL OR ORDINARY PUBLIC BENEFIT, AND THAT
THE EXPENSE THEREOF SHALL BE ASSESSED UPON
A DISTRICT.
(AD-71)
which was read, be adopted.
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On roll call, said motion carried and said resolution was adopted by the
following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Nagel, and
McGill;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilman Frederici;
Not Voting: Mayor Stephens.
8. Presented a resolution directing the City Clerk to post and
publish notice inviting bids and declaring that the proposals are to be
opened at a public meeting and reported to the City Council at the regular
meeting following the opening of bids. Motion was made by Councilman
Nagel, seconded by Councilman Balmer that Resolution No. 2387, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, DIRECTING
THE CITY CLERK OF SAID CITY TO POST AND
PUBLISH THE NOTICE INVITING BIDS AND DECLAR-
ING THAT THE PROPOSALS ARE TO BE OPENED AT
A PUBLIC MEETING AND REPORTED TO THE
LEGISLATIVE BODY AT THE NEXT REGULAR
MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL.
(AD-71)
which was read, be adopted.
On roll call, said motion carried and said resolution was adopted by the
following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Nagel, and
McGill;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilman Frederick;
Not Voting: Mayor Stephens.
9. Presented a report on parking restrictions for street sweeping
and recommendation for updating of the traffic resolution. After discussion,
motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman McGill
that Resolution No. 2388, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA,
DEFINING AND ESTABLISHING CERTAIN
STREETS AND PARTS OF STREETS IN THE
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO AS NO PARKING
AREAS, DIAGONAL PARKING ZONES, NO
STOPPING ZONES, TRUCK ROUTES,
THROUGH STREETS AND STOP INTERSEC-
TIONS, AND RAILROAD GRADE CROSSINGS.
which was read, be adopted.
On roll call, said motion carried and said resolution was adopted by the
following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Nagel, McGill,
and Mayor Stephens;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilman Frederick.
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10. Requested an extension of 90 days for the presentation of
resolution vacating the free right turn at E1 Segundo Boulevard and
Sepulveda Boulevard. This extension was necessitated by the difficulties
encountered in scheduling the various phases of construction on E1 Se gundo
Boulevard at this location and the removal of the existing facilities at the
Standard Oil service station.
Councilman Balmer stated that he wished to abstain from voting in
this matter.
Motion was made by Mayor Stephens, seconded by Councilman Nagel
that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare a resolution vacating for
street purposes the property as enumerated in Resolution of Intention No.
2350 and to present said resolution to the City Council at its regular meeting
to be held September 27, 1971. Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen McGill, Nagel, and
Mayor Stephens;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilman Frederick;
Not Voting: Councilman Balmer.
11. As previously requested, presented a report on the water system
interties with the City of Los Angeles at Imperial Avenue and Sheldon Street
and at Imperial Highway and Nash Street. These connections had been made
for use by the City of E1 Segundo in case of emergency as set forth in agree-
ment with the City of Los Angeles. The City of Los Angeles cannot receive
water through these connections since backflow valves are installed at both
locations. Testing of the two connections had been performed at the time
of construction.
The connection at Nash Street is difficult to test at the present time
because the pressure on the E1 Segundo side is higher than on the Los Angeles
side and water will not flow without a reduction of pressure on our side. The
Water Division has been authorized to install special connections to the system
at the two locations with fire hydrant outlets to permit testing at any time, and
this work will be completed by July 1, 1971. These two connections will be
placed on the list for annual inspection.
12. Requested that the Council establish a policy regarding the
cleaning of sewer house connections. In the past, the City has involved
its Public Works crews with maintenance of a number of these connections
(from the main line in the street to the property line).
In general, the reason given for the need to clean the pipe is that
tree roots have infiltrated the joints and have caused a stoppage in the system.
City trees have been the cause of some of these problems. Many of the trees
are mature and should not be moved or removed. Root pruning is possible,
but would not be a permanent solution without repair or reconstruction of
the pipe.
The alternative to having the City clean the line would be to require
the property owner to hire a plumber to perform the work. The pipe actually
belongs to the property owner and many times, without constructing special
clean -out connections, access is impossible or limited to locations on private
property,
Mr. R. J. Lundgren, 223 Virginia Street, addressed the Council at
this time stating that he felt that the cleaning of sewer house connections
should be performed by City crews.
After discussion, Councilmen Balmer and McGill were appointed to
study this problem and report to the Council at a later date.
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13. Presented a resolution providing for the transfer from the
County of Los Angeles to the City of E1 Segundo of funds in the amount
of $23,773. 00 for maintenance of streets in the City's Select System,
and recommended that said resolution be adopted.
Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman
Balmer that Resolution No. 2389, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA,
REQUEaTING AN ALLOCATION OF COUNTY
AID TO CITIES FUNDS FOR THE MAINTENANCE
OF SELECT SYSTEM STREETS.
which was read, be adopted.
On roll call, said motion carried and said resolution was adopted by the
following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, McGill, Nagel,
and Mayor Stephens;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilman Frederick.
14. Reported that his department has 13 electric motors which had
been declared surplus and scheduled to be sold with some other miscellaneous
metal parts as junk. Although these motors are not in operating condition,
it has been determined that some of them may have more than junk value,
and it was recommended that a minimum value be established for the motors
and that bids be solicited in an effort to sell these motors for a price greater
than could be received for them as junk. After discussion, motion was made
by Councilman Balmer, seconded by Councilman Nagel and unanimously
carried that the Director of Public Works be authorized to solicit bids for
the sale of surplus motors as set forth above.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. City Attorney read the title of the ordinance adopting the 1971 -72
Budget, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE BUDGET FOR
THE 1971 -72 FISCAL YEAR.,
Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, the further reading
of Ordinance No. 765 was waived. Following motion made by Councilman
Nagel, seconded by Mayor Stephens, Ordinance No. 765 was adopted by the
following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, McGill, Nagel,
and Mayor Stephens;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilman Frederick.
2. City Attorney presented Resolution approving the 1971 -72 Fiscal
Year Budget and recommended adoption.
Motion was made by Councilman McGill, seconded by Councilman
Nagel, that Resolution No. 2390, entitled:
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA
APPROVING AND ADOPTING A BUDGET FOR
THE FISCAL YEAR 1971-1972.,
which was read, be adopted.
On roll call, said motion carried and said resolution was adopted by the
following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, McGill, Nagel,
and Mayor Stephens;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilman Frederick.
3. City Attorney read the title of ordinance amending the E1 Segundo
Municipal Code relating to Park rules and regulations, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE "EL SEGUNDO
MUNICIPAL CODE" BY AMENDING SECTIONS
13. 04.180 AND 13. 04. 240, AND REPEALING
SECTION 13. 04. 250 RELATING TO PARK RULES
AND REGULATIONS.,
which was read.
Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, the further reading
of Ordinance No. 766 was waived. Following motion made by Councilman
Balmer, seconded by Councilman Nagel, Ordinance No. 766 was adopted by
the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, McGill, Nagel,
and Mayor Stephens;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilman Frederick.
RATIFICATION AND APPROVAL OF WARRANTS
It was moved by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Balmer,
that Warrant Numbers 32042 to 32294 inclusive, totaling $284, 547. 64 drawn
in payment of demands, a list of which had been presented to the Council as
Demand Register Summary Numbers 29 and 30, and certified by the Director
of Finance as conforming to the Budget approved by Ordinance No. 743, be
ratified and approved. Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, McGill, Nagel,
and Mayor Stephens;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilman Frederick.
NEW BUSINESS
Councilman McGill stated he thought more time should be allowed
to review the Budget and that the Council should not tentatively approve
the Budget prior to public hearing.
At the hour of 8 :45 o'clock p. m. , the Council recessed to the Mayor's
office for a personnel session. At the hour of 11 :05 o'clock p. m. , the
Council reconvened, the following members being present and answering
roll call: Balmer, McGill, Nagel and Mayor Stephens.
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Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Mayor Stephens
that Resolution No. 2391, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA
AMENDING SECTIONS 1. 00, 2. 00, 2. 10,
3. 00, 4. 00, 6. 00, 15. 40, 19.00, 26. 00, AND
26. 30 OF, AND ADDING SECTIONS 15.15
AND 24.45 TO, RESOLUTION NO. 2365.
(THE SALARY RESOLUTION)
which was read, be adopted.
On roll call, said motion carried and said resolution was adopted by the
following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Nagel, and
Mayor Stephens;
Noes: Councilman McGill;
Absent: Councilman Frederick.
City Manager Jones presented the amendments to the Salary Resolu-
tion covering the employees of the E1 Segundo Public Library and recommended
that said amendments be approved.
Motion was made by Mayor Stephens, seconded by Councilman Nagel
that amendments to Salary Resolution 1970 -71 fixing the compensations of
the various employees of the E1 Segundo Public Library be approved as
presented. Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Nagel, and
Mayor Stephens;
Noes: Councilman McGill;
Absent: Councilman Frederick.
City Manager Jones presented memoranda of agreement with the
E1 Segundo Employees' Association, the E1 Segundo Firemen's Association
and the E1 Segundo Police Officers' Association negotiated under the terms
of the Meyers - Milias -Brown Act and recommended that they be approved.
Motion was made by Mayor Stephens, seconded by Councilman Nagel
that memoranda of agreement as set forth above, be approved. Motion
carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Balmer, Nagel, and
Mayor Stephens;
Noes: Councilman McGill;
Absent: Councilman Frederick.
Mayor Stephens presented the following proclamation in Memorium:
SAM DOUGLASS
WHEREAS, Mr. Sam Douglass, an active and interested
citizen of E1 Segundo for more than twenty -four years has suffered
an untimely death, and
WHEREAS, during his long and fruitful life Mr. Douglass
was a loyal husband, devoted father, successful businessman and
leading citizen of the E1 Segundo community, and
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WHEREAS, he gave generously of his time, his
interests, his abilities and his resources in support of
his community; and
WHEREAS, in all these roles he maintained to an
uncommon degree the admirable characteristics of honesty,
courage, generosity, and compassion for his fellowman,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED:
1. That the E1 Segundo City Council on behalf
of the entire community expresses its deep
and sincere regrets at the passing of Mr.
Sam Douglass.
2. That the flags in the City be flown at half
mast on Thursday, July 1, 1971, in memorium.
3. That copies of this proclamation be furnished
to Mr. Douglass' family as an expression of
the City Council's deep sympathy and condolences.
No other business appearing to come before the Council at this
meeting, motion was made by Councilman McGill, seconded by Councilman
Nagel that the meeting adjourn in memory of Mr. Sam Douglass, the hour
of adjournment being 11 :30 o'clock p.m. Motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
4ffane D. Hough, City Clerk
APPROVED:
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