1972 AUG 14 CC MINX
E1 Segundo, California
August 14, 1972
A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of El 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 Mr. Clark Devilbiss.
The meeting was then called to order by E. L. Balmer, Mayor,
the hour being 7:00 o'clock p.m.
ROLL CALL
Councilmen Present: McGill, Morgan, Nagel, Stephens,
and Mayor Balmer;
Councilmen Absent: None.
READING OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS
The minutes of the Regular City Council meeting held July 24, 1972,
and of the Adjourned Regular Meetings held August 9 and August 10, 1972,
having been read and no error or omission having been noted, it was moved
by Councilman McGill, seconded by Councilman Nagel that the minutes of
said meetings be approved as recorded. Motion carried. -
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
At this time, Mr. Paul H. Kugler of the Salvation Army presented
Mrs. Ora Brown, 657 West Acacia Avenue, E1 Segundo with a plaque for
her long and outstanding service to the community.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
1. STATE DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL,
application for person -to- person transfer of Type 20 Alcoholic Beverage
License at Jerry's Market, 601 Virginia Street. Ordered filed.
2. LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES, requesting voting repre-
sentatives be designated for the annual League conference to be held in
Anaheim on October 15 through 18; 1972. Motion was made by Council-
man Morgan, seconded by Councilman McGill ar-d unanimously carried
that Mayor Balmer be named voting representative and Councilman Nagel
be named as his alternate.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Mr. Harry H. Weber, 303 Bungalow Drive, E1 Segundo, stated
that October 1972 marks the tenth anniversary of the Sister City program
and the Board of Directors requested that the first week in October be
designated as "Sister City Week" to commemorate this occasion.
Motion was made by Councilman McGill, seconded by Councilman
Morgan, and unanimously carried that the following proclamation be
approved:
WHEREAS, the City of Guaymas, Mexico, and the
City of E1 Segundo, California, have for the past ten years
been united in friendly association under the Sister Cities
program and have engaged in mutual efforts to promote
understanding of the customs and traditions of both commun-
ities, and
WHEREAS, the aims and ideals of this program
exemplify the true spirit of peace among men of all nations
and the Cities of Guaymas and E1 Segundo have dedicated
their mutual efforts toward this end, and
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WHEREAS, it is the desire of the City Council
of the City of E1 Segundo to recognize the total program
as well as the individual accomplishments and activities
of the two cities, and to commemorate this tenth anniversary
during the first week of October, 1972;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, E. L. Balmer, Mayor of
the City of E1 Segundo, do hereby proclaim the period of
October 2 through October 7, 1972, as SISTER CITY WEEK,
and do urge all citizens of this community to give their
support to, and participate in, the Sister City program.
REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
1. Councilman Nagel advised that August 15 is the appointed time
for El Segundo to make its presentation to the Los Angeles City Planning
Committee regarding the Airport Master Plan, and stated he hoped to
report in the near future the acceptance by the Los Angeles City Council.
2. Noise Abatement Committee - Councilman Nagel reported
that TWA had requested permission from the Civil Aeronautics Board to
conduct discussions and to work with other airlines making preliminary
investigations into ways of reducing the number of aircraft flights without
reducing the carrying capacity. Stated that the Board of Airport Commis-
sioners had passed a resolution urging that the investigations be permitted
and recommended that E1 Segundo adopt a similar resolution.
Councilman Morgan recommended that a copy of this resolution
go to CAB as well as other parties interested in having this application
approved.
Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman
Morgan that the following resolution be adopted and that the City Clerk be
directed to forward a certified copy of same to the Civil Aeronautics Board.
WHEREAS, by Order 71 -3 -71, dated March 11, 1971, the
Civil Aeronautics Board authorized Trans World Airlines and
other interested carriers to conduct preliminary discussions
to identify the markets in which multi - lateral reductions of
capacity might be achieved; and
WHEREAS, such discussions were held in Washington, D. C.
on March 22, 1971, as a result of which applications were presented
to the Civil Aeronautics Board for approval of further discussions
regarding 18 specific city -pair markets, including New York- -
Los Angeles, Chicago - -Los Angeles, Washington- -Los Angeles,
Philadelphia - -Los Angeles, Boston - -Los Angeles, Miami - -Los
Angeles, and Los Angeles -- Hawaii, and
WHEREAS, by Order 71 -5 -68, dated May 14, 1971, the
Civil Aeronautics Board approved such further discussions among
American Airlines, United Air Lines, Trans World Airlines,
Continental Air Lines, Pan American World Airways, Eastern
Air Lines, National Airlines, and Northeast Airlines; and
WHEREAS, certain reductions of capacity agreements were
achieved as a result of said discussions, which reductions of
capacity resulted in 1, 828 fewer aircraft arrivals and 1, 828 fewer
aircraft departures at Los Angeles International Airport, or a
total of 3, 656 fewer operations, during the first six months of
the agreements, as compared with the same period of the next
preceding year; and
WHEREAS, the Los Angeles experience with said capacity
reduction agreements indicates that they produce great benefits
to the citizens of the areas surrounding the airport and to the air-
lines as a result of the more efficient use of aircraft on the routes
affected by said agreements; and
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WHEREAS, the above - mentioned benefits consist of a
substantial decrease in noise pollution, an improvement of
the environment, and a strengthening of the commercial avia-
tion industry; and
WHEREAS, it has been brought to the attention of the
City Council of the City of E1 Segundo that Trans World Airlines,
United Air Lines, and American Airlines have requested the
Civil Aeronautics Board for authority to discuss extension of
the capacity agreements beyond September 15, 1972, covering
the four markets of Los Angeles -New York, Los Angeles -
Washington- Baltimore, San Francisco -New York and San
Francisco - Chicago;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Civil
Aeronautics Board be requested to encourage further discussions
among the certificated air carriers serving Los Angeles Inter-
national Airport, designed to achieve higher levels of efficiency
in the use of aircraft through further multi - lateral reductions of
capacity; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a certified copy of this
resolution be forwith transmitted to the Civil Aeronautics Board.
Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen McGill, Morgan, Nagel, Stephens,
and Mayor Balmer;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilmen None.
3. Councilman Nagel reported that a meeting was held in the Roger
Young Auditorium in Los Angeles relating to the E1 Segundo- Norwalk
Freeway (I -105) and that representatives of all ten cities along the free-
way route were in attendance. Stated that it was agreed that the cities
instruct their City Attorneys to work jointly in making recommendations
for the cities to follow so that a united effort can be made to get the free-
way started.
Councilman Stephens suggested that State Legislators be contacted
urging that the I -105 Freeway be commenced west of the San Diego Freeway
interchange. Councilman Nagel advised that inquiry could be made from the
State Department of Highways for guidance in getting this westerly portion
of the freeway started.
Motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman
Nagel, and unanimously carried that assistance be requested from the State
Department of Highways in getting the westerly portion of the E1 Segundo -
Norwalk Freeway started.
ACTING CITY MANAGER GLICKMAN MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. Presented a statement of charges from Burke, Williams and
Sorensen in amount of $97. 00 for professional services in the matter of
Coulter vs. City of E1 Segundo. Motion was made by Councilman Stephens
seconded by Councilman Nagel that the above expenditure be approved and
that an amount of $97. 00 be authorized from the Contingency Account.
Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen McGill, Morgan, Nagel, Stephens,
and' Mayor Balmer;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilmen None.
2. Advised that the City was entitled to funds under the Federal -
Aid Urban Highway Program for highway safety improvements, provided
the City matched the funds furnished by the Federal government. The
Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has established procedures to
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implement this program to minimize the red tape and administrative
problems and advised that if the City did not choose to identify projects
for funding under this program, it could receive one -half of its theoreti-
cal apportionment in County Gasoline Tax Funds. Recommended that the
City Council accept the County's proposal to receive gasoline tax funds
equal to one -half the Urban Highway Program allocation.
Motion was made by Councilman Morgan, seconded by Councilman
Nagel that the offer made by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors
as set forth above be accepted. Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen McGill, Morgan, Nagel, Stephens,
and Mayor Balmer;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilmen None.
3. Presented a request from Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. ,
2021 East Rosecrans Avenue for a six month extension of its temporary
trailer permit covering two trailers.
Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman
Stephens, and unanimously carried that a six -month extension of temporary
trailer permit be granted to Air Products and Chemicals, Inc.
4. Presented a request from North American Rockwell Corpora-
tion, 2250 East Mariposa Avenue for one - year's extension of its temporary
permit covering the use of 13 trailers.
Motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman
Nagel, and unanimously carried that a one -year extension of temporary
trailer permit be granted to North American Rockwell Corporation.
5. Presented a request from Hughes Aircraft Company for an 18-
month extension of its temporary trailer permit covering 88 trailers.
Advised that the original trailer permit to Hughes Aircraft was for 104
trailers and recommended the permit be extended for 104 trailers for a
period of one year, and that consideration be given to a further extension
at the end of that time.
Motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman
Nagel, and unanimously carried that a one -year extension of temporary per-
mit for 104 trailers be granted to Hughes Aircraft Company.
6. Presented for the Council's consideration an agreement with
the California State Personnel Board for test preparation services for the
City and recommended said agreement be approved. Motion was made by
Councilman McGill, seconded by Councilman Stephens that the following
resolution be adopted:
RESOLVED, that that certain Cost Service
Contract Agreement between the California State
Personnel Board and the City of E1 Segundo, for
the purpose of performing examination services
for said City for a period of three years, presented
to this Council on this date, be and the same is
hereby approved, and that a copy of said Agreement
be placed on file in the office of the City Clerk; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor
of the City of E1 Segundo be and he is hereby author-
ized to execute said Agreement for and on behalf of
said City and the City Clerk to attest the same.
Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen McGill, Morgan, Nagel, Stephens,
and Mayor Balmer;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilmen None.
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7. Presented a request for permission to conduct a closed pro-
motional examination for the position of Senior Account Clerk. Motion
was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman McGill and
unanimously carried that the above request be granted.
8. Recommended that the position of Assistant Finance Director,
Salary Range #111, be deleted from the City's Classification Plan and that
a new position of Purchasing /Business License Officer, Range #95, be
created.
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Motion was made by Councilman McGill, seconded by Councilman
Morgan, and unanimously carried that the above recommendation be approved.
9. As previously requested, presented a proposal by the Yellow
Cab Company to improve the taxicab service to E1 Segundo residents.
Mr. Robert S. Patterson, Vice - President of Yellow Cab Company
stated that the company proposed to base two taxicab units for the exclusive
use of originating E1 Segundo traffic. These vehicles would be furnished
new each year and would originate trips only within the City, returning
empty to El Segundo if trip destination was outside the City limits. If all
the E1 Segundo based cabs are in service, additional units as needed to fill
requests for service will be available from the Los Angeles based fleet,
and these taxicabs may also originate trips in E1 Segundo. Advised that
in order to provide the exclusive service to the City, an increase in taxi
fares would be required: 70% for first 1/7 mile, 20% for each succeeding
2 / 7 mile and $7. 00 per hour waiting time.
After discussion, motion was made by Councilman McGill, seconded
by Councilman Stephens, that the proposal to base two taxicab units in El
Segundo for the exclusive use of originating E1 Segundo traffic at increased
rates be approved for a six months' trial period and that the plan be re-
evaluated after that time. Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen McGill, Stephens and Mayor Balmer;
Noes: Councilmen Nagel and Morgan;
Absent: Councilmen None.
10. Advised that the formation of a region -wide communication
system for police and fire departments had been considered by ten south
bay cities and that E1 Segundo had been asked to coordinate the project.
Presented a resolution authorizing the City Manager to file an application
for federal grant on behalf of all ten cities to fund a feasibility study and
preliminary system design for a regional police communication system,
and recommended that said resolution be adopted.
Motion was made by Councilman McGill, seconded by Councilman
Nagel, that Resolution No. 2449, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA
AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF AN APPLI -
CATION ON BEHALF OF THE SOUTH BAY
REGIONAL PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
COMMITTEE FOR A REGIONAL COMMUN-
ICATIONS ACTION GRANT.,
which was read, be adopted.
On roll call, said motion carried and said resolution was adopted by the
following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen McGill, Morgan, Nagel, Stephens,
and Mayor Balmer;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilmen None.
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11. Presented an amendment to the Police Officers Educational
Incentive Pay Plan in accordance with Resolution No. 2448 which was
adopted July 10, 1972, and recommended Council approval.
Motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Council-
man Nagel that the revision dated August 7, 1972 to Educational Incentive
Pay Program - Rules, Regulations and Procedures for Sworn Personnel
of the Police Department, presented to this Council on this date, be
approved. Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen McGill, Morgan, Nagel, Stephens,
and Mayor Balmer;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilmen None.
CITY CLERK MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. Reported that a claim against the City had been received
from Walter V. Anthony, 2003 Huntington Lane, Redondo Beach, for
vehicle damage sustained in an accident on March 28, 1972, and that
said claim had been referred to the insurance carrier. Motion was
made by Councilman McGill, seconded by Councilman Morgan, that the
claim be denied and that the action of the City Clerk in referring same
to the insurance carrier be approved. Motion carried.
2. Reported that a claim against the City had been received
from Mrs. Mercedes Salazar and daughter, for injuries and property
damage sustained on May 22, 1972, and that said claim had been referred
to the insurance carrier. Motion was made by Councilman McGill,
seconded by Councilman Morgan, that the claim be denied and that the
action of the City Clerk in referring same to the insurance carrier be
approved. Motion carried.
CITY ATTORNEY ALLEN MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. Reported that two class- action suits had been filed against
suppliers of asphalt and recommended settlements of these cases be
approved.
Mayor Balmer stated he did not wish to participate in the dis-
cussions or action in these matters. He therefore turned this portion
of the meeting over to Mayor pro fempore Nagel.
Motion was made by Councilman McGill, seconded by Councilman
Stephens that settlement of the suit filed against Edgington Oil Company be
approved and that Resolution 2450, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA AUTHORIZ-
ING SETTLEMENT OF CERTAIN LITIGATION.,
which was read, be adopted.
On roll call, said motion carried and said resolution was adopted by the
following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen McGill, Morgan, Stephens, and
Mayor pro tempore Nagel;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilmen None;
Not Voting: Mayor Balmer.
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Motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman
Morgan that settlement of the suit filed against Witco Chemical Corporation
and Robert L. Feldman be approved and that Resolution 2451, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA AUTHORIZ-
ING SETTLEMENT OF CERTAIN LITIGATION.,
which was read, be adopted.
On roll call, said motion carried and said resolution was adopted by the
following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen McGill, Morgan, Stephens, and
Mayor pro tempore Nagel;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilmen None;
Not Voting: Mayor Balmer.
2. Reported that a condemnation suit had been filed by the People
of the State of California vs. Allen H. Rabin, City of El Segundo and others
for the purpose of acquiring certain rights -of -way for the widening of
Sepulveda Boulevard. Advised that the City holds a lien on this parcel of
land for the improvement of sidewalks and that it could consent to the de-
fault being taken without relinquishing its lien and recommended that this
action be taken.
Motion was made by Councilman Morgan, seconded by Councilman
McGill that the City Attorney be instructed to notify the State Division of
Highways that E1 Segundo consents to having its default taken in the afore-
mentioned Condemnation Suit. Motion carried.
3. Reported that a condemnation suit had been filed by the People
of the State of California vs. Aerospace Center, City of E1 Segundo and
others for the purpose of acquiring certain rights -of -way for the widening
of Sepulveda Boulevard. Advised that the City holds a lien on this parcel
of land for the improvement of sidewalks, and that it could consent to the
default being taken without relinquishing its lien, and recommended that
this action be taken.
Motion was made by Councilman Morgan, seconded by Councilman
McGill that the City Attorney- be instructed to notify the State Division of
Highways that E1 Segundo consents to having its default taken in the afore-
mentioned Condemnation Suit. Motion carried.
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4. Requested permission to meet with the Council in Executive Session
immediately following this Council meeting.
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS GLICKMA'_\ MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. Presented a report on the cost of water to the City of E1 Segundo
and the water rate schedules in El Segundo as compared to nine other cities.
Recommended that a resolution be adopted which authorizes changes in rates
for water service.
Councilman Stephens recommended that this matter be set for public
hearing before this resolution is adopted. Motion was made by Councilman
Stephens, seconded by Councilman Nagel and unanimously carried that the
Citv Clerk be instructed to give appropriate notice of public hearing on this
matter, said hearing to be held on August 28, 1972.
2. As previously requested, presented an Agreement with The
Santa Fe Railway Company for private crossing of its tracks by the Fire
Department in the vicinity of Douglas Street. Advised that this route pro-
vides the use of an existing crossing, eliminating the need for construction
of a new crossing. Stated that the Fire Chief had reviewed the Agreement
and indicated the proposal was acceptable. Advised that the cost of instal-
ling a gate, license fee, etc., was estimated to be less than $500.
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Recommended that this Agreement be approved and that the Council appro-
priate sufficient funds from the Contingency Account to cover the cost of the
conditions of the Agreement.
Motion was made by Councilman McGill, seconded by Councilman
Nagel, that an amount not to exceed $500 be appropriated from the Contin-
gency Account and that the following Resolution be adopted:
RESOLVED, that that certain form of
Agreement between The Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe
Railway Company and the City of E1 Segundo for Private
Crossing of right of way and tracks, presented to this
Council on this date, be and the same is hereby approved,
and after execution by The Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe
Railway Company, a copy of said Agreement be placed on
file in the office of the City Clerk; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the
Mayor of the City of E1 Segundo be and he is hereby
authorized to execute said Agreement for and on behalf
of said City and the City Clerk to attest the same.
Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen McGill, Morgan, Nagel, Stephens,
and Mayor Balmer;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilmen None.
3. Reported that a revised environmental impact statement re-
garding the storm drain had been submitted to the State Lands Commis-
sion and indications were that this will be scheduled on the Lands Commis-
sion agenda in the very near future.
4. Reported that as the result of authorization to solicit proposals
for a water study, the Staff had received three proposals for revision to
the City's master plan. Recommended that the Council establish a sub-
committee consisting of 2 members of the Council and Staff members to
hold interviews with the three firms which submitted proposals, and the
committee to then report its findings to the Council in regard to the water
study. By unanimous consent, Councilmen Morgan and Stephens were
appointed to serve on this committee.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. City Attorney Allen read the title of ordinance relating to the
sale or disposal of electrical materials, devices and appliances, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO,
CALIFORNIA, REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 277
RELATING TO ELECTRICAL MATERIALS, DE-
VICES AND APPLIANCES.,
which was read.
Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, further reading
of Ordinance No. 791 was waived. Motion was made by Councilman
Stephens, seconded by Councilman Nagel that Ordinance No. 791 be adopted.
Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen McGill, Morgan, Nagel, Stephens,
and Mayor Balmer;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilmen None.
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RATIFICATION AND APPROVAL OF WARRANTS
Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman
Stephens, that Warrant Numbers 36305 to 36470 inclusive, totaling
$397, 381. 10, drawn in payment of demands, a list of which had been
presented to the Council as Demand Register Summary No. 2 and certified
by the Finance Director as conforming to the Budget approved by Ordinance
No. 789, be ratified and approved. Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen McGill, Morgan, Nagel, Stephens
and Mayor Balmer;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilmen None.
NEW BUSINESS
Councilman Nagel reported that reverse landings will be started
on September 21 on a trial basis at International Airport in an attempt to
lower the noise level over populated areas. Stated that at the present time
it could not be determined whether E1 Segundo would benefit by this change
in flight pattern, but noise measuring would be done along the City's
boundaries for comparison purposes.
At the hour of 9:10 o'clock p. m. , the Council recessed to the
Mayor's office for an Executive Session.
At the hour of 9:55 o'clock p.m., the Council reconvened, all
members being present and answering roll call.
Motion was made by Councilman Morgan, seconded by Councilman
Stephens, and unanimously carried that Mrs. James J. Walsh, 350 Hillcrest
Street, be appointed to the Recreation and Parks Commission to fill the
unexpired term of George J. Moriarty which term expires on March 14, 1973.
Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman
McGill, and unanimously carried that Mrs. Patricia Stiers, 209 East
Maple Avenue be appointed to the El Segundo Noise Abatement Committee.
Motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman
McGill, and unanimously carried that the Council accept the proposal of
Burke, Williams and Sorensen dated August 11, 1972 to represent the City
in the matter of Kieth vs. Volpe, provided that four other cities participate
in the action.
No further business appearing to come before the Council at this
meeting, motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Council-
man Nagel that the meeting adjourn, the hour of adjournment being 10:00
o'clock p.m. Motion carried.
APPROVED:
Mayor
Respectfully submitted,
JANE D. HOUGH
City Clerk
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