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1972 OCT 24 CC MINX 3330 El Segundo, California October 24, 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 Monsignor Edward Maddox of St. Anthony's Catholic Church. 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 MEETING The minutes of the regular City Council meeting held October 9, 1972, having been read and no error or omission having been noted, it was moved by Councilman McGill, seconded by Councilman Morgan 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 hearing on proposed amendment to Title 20 (The Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance) of the E1 Segundo Municipal Code relating to Animal Regulations and inquired of the Clerk if proper notice of the hearing had been given, to which the Clerk replied that affidavit of publication was in her file. The Mayor inquired if any written communications had been received, to which the Clerk replied that none had been received. Planning Director Loverde reported that this ordinance would amend Paragraph 5 of Section 20. 20. 010 to conform to the recently adopted ordinance on animal regulation. The Mayor then inquired if anyone present wished tcq speak in this matter. There being no reply, the Mayor declared the public hearing closed. The City Attorney read the title of the ordinance amending Paragraph 5 of Section 20. 20. 010, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 20 (THE COM- PREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE) OF THE "EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE" BY AMEND- ING PARAGRAPH (5) OF SECTION 20.20. 010 RE- LATING TO ANIMAL REGULATIONS., which was read. Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, further reading was waived. Thereafter, said ordinance was introduced by Councilman McGill. 2. The Mayor announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed for the hearing on proposed amendment to Title 20 (The Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance) of the El Segundo Municipal Code relating to Mobilehome Park Standards and inquired of the Clerk if proper notice of the hearing had been given. The Clerk replied that affidavit of publication was in her file and that the owners of mobilehome parks in the City had been notified by mail. The Mayor inquired of the Clerk if any written communications had been received, to which the Clerk replied that none had been received. Planning Director Loverde reported on the regulations which were being proposed by the Planning Commission. X 3331 The Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak in favor of the proposed amendments. There being no reply, the Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak in opposition to the proposed amendments. Mr. William Chapman, owner of the Grand Avenue Trailer Park, Mr. Bert Shamei, co -owner of the trailer park at 425 Sierra Street and 17r. L. J. Rooks, co -owner of the trailer park at 234 Eucalyptus Street addressed the Council requesting that this matter be held over until the next meeting to give them more time to study the proposed amendments. Motion was made by Councilman Morgan, seconded by Councilman Nagel and unanimously carried that this hearing be continued until the next regular meeting to be held on November 13, 1972. 3. The Mayor announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed for the hearing on appeal of Raymond L. Isitt from the determination of the Planning Commission in granting a variance on property at 601 California Street. Mr. Isitt had appealed conditions No. 3 and 5 as imposed by the Planning Commission in its Resolution No. 756. The Mayor inquired of the Clerk if proper notice of the hearing had been given, to which the Clerk replied that affidavits of publication and mailing were in her possession, as well as the files of the Planning Com- mission and the City Council to date. The Mayor announced that these files would be made a part of this hearing. The Mayor then inquired of the Clerk if any written communications had been received in this matter, to which the Clerk replied that none had been received. Planning Director Loverde reported on the action of the Planning Commission in this matter and discussed the conditions imposed in its Resolution No. 756, which were as follows: 1) That the Planning Commission rescind Resolution No. 235 and, therefore, invalidate the conditions imposed on the property. 2) That setbacks be established and maintained in a manner that utilizes California Street as the front of the property. 3) The applicant shall dedicate 5 feet along Mariposa Avenue for future street widening before the issuance of a building permit. 4) That suitable landscaping be established and maintained between the addition and Mariposa Avenue. 5) That construction on proposed addition be limited to one - story. The Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak in favor of the appeal. Mr. Raymond Isitt, 601 California Street and Mr. Frank Widen, 525 California Street addressed the Council in favor of the appeal. The Mayor then inquired if anyone present wished to speak in opposition to the appeal. There being no reply, the Mayor declared the public hearing closed. After discussion, motion was made by Councilman Morgan, seconded by Councilman McGill that the following resolution be adopted: WHEREAS, an appeal from the decision of the Planning _ Commission has been received by the City Council from Mr. Raymond L. Isitt from the determination of the Planning Commission granting a variance to reduce the front yard requirement on Mariposa Avenue by eleven feet and imposing certain conditions on property at 601 California Street; and 2- X 3332 WHEREAS, the City Council did hold a duly advertised hearing on said appeal on October 24, 1972; and WHEREAS, the City Council has reached its decision on said matter; NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL DOES HEREBY FIND, DETERMINE AND ORDER that the decision of the Planning Commission, granting the variance and the conditions imposed in connection therewith be, and the same are hereby upheld and that the application of Mr. Raymond L. Isitt as hereinabove defined is granted upon the conditions imposed by the Planning Commission in its Resolution No. 756. Carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen McGill, Morgan and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen Nagel and Stephens; Absent: None. 4. Street Superintendent Glickman reported that no costs had been incurred by the City in the matter of abatement of nuisances at various locations in accordance with Resolution No. 2420. By general consent this report was ordered received and filed. 5. Street Superintendent Glickman presented a report on costs of abatement of nuisances at various locations which report had been prepared in accordance with Resolution No. 2443, as follows: 512 W. Imperial Avenue $ 9.84 Lot west of 800 block, Hillcrest St. (Lot 10, Block 11, Tr. 1685) $ 48. 52 Lot north of 508 Main Street $ 35. 14 Lot north of 350 Richmond Street $ 20. 25 Lot south of 211 Virginia Street $ 3.43 Lot west of 800 block, Hillcrest St. (Lot 9, Block 11, Tr. 1685) $ 46. 08 1326 E. Pine Avenue $ 48. 27 937 -939 Cypress Avenue $ 56.85 Lot south of 930 Selby Street $ 207.27 The Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak regarding the Street Superintendent's report. There being none, the Mayor declared the hearing closed. Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman McGill, seconded by Councilman Morgan that the report of the Street Superintendent and the assessments contained therein be approved and confirmed and that a certified copy of said report be filed with the County Auditor of Los Angeles County. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen McGill, Morgan, Nagel, Stephens and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 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: 11911 X 3333 1. PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION, order instituting investigation on Commission's own motion into methods of compliance with Environmental Quality Act of 1970. The Commission has proposed a new rule that would institute a procedure for the preparation of environmental studies for the construction; alteration, modification, expansion, extension or relocation of facilities which would have a significant effect on the environment of the State, and they have invited comments and inquiries in this matter as part of the investigation they are making. City Manager Jones recommended that the City support the idea that the Commission take this type of action, subject to an environmental impact study, but that Rule 17. 1 as proposed be modified to include the requirement that a 'Proponent's Environmental Impact Statement' be included if there is significant effect on the environment of the State or any county or city. Motion was made by Councilman Morgan, seconded by Councilman McGill and unanimously carried that the recommendation of the City Manager as set forth above be approved and that a letter to that effect be directed to the Public Utilities Commission. 2. At this time, the hour being 8:00 o'clock p. m. , Mayor Balmer declared a recess so that a hearing could be held before the Board of Appeals on a request from Innovax Methods Group for consideration of withdrawal of a penalty fine in amount of $566. 00 which had been imposed by the Department of Building and Safety under the provisions of Section 303(a) of the 1970 Uniform Building Code. At the hour of 8:15 o'clock p.m., the Council reconvened, all members being present and answering roll call. 3. COUNTY SUPERVISOR KENNETH HAHN, request for support in his stand against blackouts of (najor sports events and support for Senate Bill 4010 which provides for live home TV reception of major professional sporting events when the match is sold out 48 hours prior to scheduled beginning time of said event. Motion was made by Councilman McGill, seconded by Councilman Nagel that Resolution No. 2463, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE TO RECONSIDER ITS DECISION RE- GARDING THE BLACKOUT OF THE SUPER BOWL FOOTBALL GAME, AND EXPRESSING ITS SUPPORT OF SUPERVISOR KENNETH HAHN IN HIS OPPOSITION TO THIS BLACKOUT. 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 Stephens; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. At the hour of 9:00 o'clock P. m. , the Mayor declared a 10- minute recess. At the hour of 9:10 o'clock p. m. , the Council reconvened, all members being present and answering roll call. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS 1. Mr. Bud Holthe, 126 Loma Vista Street, requested that the matter of the award of contract for the collection of garbage and rubbish in the City be tabled until the next regular meeting of the City Council. After discussion, motion was made by Councilman McGill, seconded by Councilman Morgan and X 3334 unanimously carried that this matter be discussed at the point later in this meeting when the presentation of the bids on garbage and rubbish collection is made. 2. Mr. Robert Dein, 533 Hillcrest Street, asked that the Council consider districting the City so that Councilmen can run by District rather than at large. The City Attorney stated that districting of the City could not be accomplished by the City Council. Each of the Councilmen stated that he would not be in favor of having the City divided into Councilmanic districts. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES 1. Councilman Nagel reported that the House of Representatives has passed a noise control bill which gives the Environmental Protection Agency the authority to set noise standards for all classes of new products and preempts local governments from setting or enforcing more stringent standards. The bill provides for development of noise emission standards for all forms of new products such as lawnmowers, air conditioners, etc. and the development of aircraft noise emission standards. It directs that the administrators of the EPA will develop noise emission standards for all new products that generate noise. These standards are to be based upon the protection of the public health and welfare, taking into account the best available technology. These standards also include taking into consideration the impact of an individual product when combined with other noise sources. Local governments will still have the right to license, regulate and restrict the use, operation or movement of new products or combinations of products in order to enforce any local noise control programs. The development of aircraft noise emission standards now includes the administrators of both the EPA and the FAA. They have been directed that, after a 9 -month study of aircraft noise problems, EPA is to develop regulations to reduce noise in airport environments through the application of emission controls on the aircraft and regulations of flight patterns and modification of the number, frequency or scheduling of flights. Within 30 days after these regulations have been set, the FAA must publish the proposed regulations and initiate the normal procedures for new rulings. The administrator of the FAA will still retain regulatory responsibility to insure technological availability and protection of safety. The compromise bill also deleted a section that would provide a grant program to assist State and local governments in developing environmental noise control programs. 2. Councilman Stephens invited the Councilmen and members of the press to attend the next meeting of the South Bay Cities Association at 7 :30 on Thursday, October 26, 1972 at Sam's Cafe in Torrance. Judge George Perkovich of the South Bay Municipal Court will discuss the night court concept which has been unanimously endorsed by the South Bay Cities Association. 3. Mayor Balmer reported that at the League of California Cities conference in Anaheim, October 15 thru 18, the membership had voted to oppose Proposition 20 on the November 7 ballot. REPORTS OF OFFICERS CITY MANAGER JONES MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Reported that bids had been received for painting 14 light poles in Recreation Park, which bids were as follows: Name Amount of Bid Alert Steeple Jack Maintenance $ 855. 00 Southern California Flagpole Maintenance Co. $ 1, 250. 00 X 3335 Recommended that the low bid of Alert Steeple Jack Maintenance be accepted. Motion was made by Councilman McGill, seconded by Councilman Nagel that the bid of Alert Steeple Jack Maintenance in amount of $855. 00 for painting of light poles in Recreation Park be accepted and that purchase order in that amount be issued to said Company. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen McGill, Morgan, Nagel, Stephens and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 2. Reported that bids had been received for installation of carpeting in the recreation room at Fire Station No. 1 and in the recreation and dining rooms at Fire Station No. 2, which bids were as follows: Name Rounds Floor Covering Company Sunset Floor Covering Mike & Don's Color Fashions Amount of Bid $ 934. 26 (incl. tax and door trim) $ 1, 072. 00 (not including tax and door trim) $ 1, 120. 37 (not including tax and door trim) Recommended that the low bid of Rounds Floor Covering Company be accepted. Motion was made by Councilman McGill, seconded by Councilman Nagel that the bid of Rounds Floor Covering Company in amount of $934. 26 for carpeting at Fire Stations No. 1 and No. 2 be accepted and that purchase order in that amount be issued to said Company. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen McGill, Morgan, Nagel, Stephens and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 3. Reported that State law now requires that cities which license various vending machines that are operated by firms whose sole or primary business is the operation of vending machines, must license on a gross - receipts basis rather than a flat fee basis. Recommended that the E1 Segundo Municipal Code be amended to comply with this law and presented a proposed ordinance establishing two separate fee schedules for licensing vending machine operations. One fee schedule is for a gross- receipts type of license for firms whose sole or primary business is the operation of vending machines. The proposed fee is 1% of the gross receipts of the firm for the machine or machines which are located within the City. The other fee schedule is for machines located in a place of business whose primary source of income for that place of business is not derived from the vending machine. The City Attorney read the title of the ordinance effecting these changes in license fees, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 5.08 OF THE "EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE" WHICH SAID CHAPTER RELATES TO BUSINESS LICENSES., which was read. Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, the further reading was waived. Thereafter, said ordinance was introduced by Councilman Stephens. Motion was made by Councilman Morgan, seconded by Councilman McGill and unanimously carried that no business license be required for newspaper vending machines. -A - X 3336 4. Recommended that a zoning study be made for the area bounded on the north by Mariposa Avenue, on the south by Franklin Avenue, on the west by Eucalyptus Street and on the east by Center Street and presented a resolution directing the Planning Commission to undertake such a study. After discussion, motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Morgan that Resolution No. 2462, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, DIRECTING THE PLANNING COMMISSION AND THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT TO UNDERTAKE A STUDY WITHIN THE AREA BOUNDED ON THE NORTH BY MARI- POSA AVENUE, ON THE SOUTH BY FRANKLIN AVENUE, ON THE WEST BY EUCALYPTUS STREET AND ON THE EAST BY CENTER STREET., 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. The City Attorney then read the title of the interim ordinance limiting, for a period of four months, the uses permitted in the study area, entitled: AN INTERIM ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, LIMITING THE USES PERMITTED WITHIN A CERTAIN STUDY AREA., which was read. Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, the further reading of Ordinance No. 793 was waived. Motion was made by Councilman Morgan, seconded by Councilman McGill that Ordinance No. 793 be adopted. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen McGill, Morgan, Nagel, Stephens and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 5. Presented a request from North American Rockwell Corporation for extension of its temporary trailer permit for four trailers at 2250 East Mariposa Avenue. Motion was made by Councilman McGill, seconded by Councilman Nagel and unanimously carried that a one -year extension of temporary per- mit for four trailers be granted to North American Rockwell Corporation. 6. Presented a report from the Recreation and Parks Department concerning the cascade fountain in Library Park. This matter had been discussed with the Recreation and Parks Commission and the following alternatives had been considered: 1) Do away with the flowing part of the cascade and plant flowers. 2) Install stainless steel screens of heavy mesh approximately one inch under the surface of the water. 3) Use a fluid other than water for heavy viscosity and which would not foam. 4) Fence and landscape the area. 5) Continue the present policy but maintain close surveillance of the area with crews checking and raking daily. -7- Ki� A maintenance man has been assigned to check the area on a daily basis and the cascade area is raked daily if necessary. It was recommended that this policy be continued and that the results be carefully monitored for the next year. Motion was made by Councilman McGill, seconded by Councilman Nagel that the recommendation of the Recreation and Parks Department and the Recreation and Parks Commission as set forth above be approved. Motion carried. CITY CLERK MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Reported that a claim against the City had been received from Mr. Edward Bowen, 813-1/2 Bayview Drive, Manhattan Beach for personal injuries sustained on September 22, 1972 and that said claim had been referred to the insurance carrier. Motion was made by Mayor Balmer, 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 Mr. Ramon Trujillo, 265 Grand Oaks Avenue, Pasadena for vehicle damage sustained on July 15, 1972 and that said claim had been referred to the insurance carrier. Motion was made by Councilman Morgan, seconded by Councilman Nagel 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. Requested that the presentation of Ordinance repealing Chapter 6. 16 of the El Segundo Municipal Code relating to Mobilehomes be deferred until the next regular meeting to be held on November 13, 1972. By general consent, this request was granted. DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS GLICKMAN MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Reported that bids had been received for collection and disposal of garbage and rubbish for the period February 1, 1973 to January 31, 1978 (Project No. 72 -8) which bids were as follows: Name B F I Waste Systems Holthe Disposal Service Western Refuse Hauling, Inc. B K K Company & Removal, Inc. (joint venture) H & C Disposal Company Total Bid - 5 years 333'7 $ 532, 341. 00 $ 584, 962. 83 $ 606, 628. 00 $ 714, 898. 30 $ 1, 031, 881. 72 (alternate bid) $ 781, 500. 00 Recommended that the low bid of B F I Waste Systems be accepted. Councilman Stephens stated that he did not wish to participate in dis - cussion or action in this matter. At this time, Mr. Bud Holthe again addressed the Council requesting that the award of this contract be delayed until the next regular meeting to be held on November 13, 1972. It was the consensus of the Council that there was no valid reason for delaying the award of contract. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman McGill that the following resolution be adopted: ME X 3338 WHEREAS, the City of E1 Segundo, California duly ad- vertised for bids for collection and disposal of garbage and rubbish for the period February 1, 1973 to January 31, 1978 in accordance with Specifications No. 72 -8; and WHEREAS, said bids were received by said City Council on October 16, 1972; and WHEREAS, the Director of Public Works found that the bid of B F I Waste Systems in total amount of $532, 341. 00 was the lowest responsible bid; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, that the bid of B F I Waste Systems, the lowest responsible bid, be accepted; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor of said City be and he is hereby authorized and instructed to execute the contract herein awarded for and on behalf of the City and in its name and the City Clerk to attest the same, affix the seal and make delivery thereof in due course; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all bids received, except the bid of B F I Waste Systems are hereby rejected and the City Clerk is hereby authorized and instructed to return the bid bonds of all unsuccessful bidders. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen McGill, Morgan, Nagel and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None; Not Voting: Councilman Stephens. 2. Reported that, in accordance with Council instruction on October 9, 1972, he had contacted the Earl J. McKinney Company, the low bidder on the water distribution system improvements, Phase III, regarding a limitation of working hours. The contractor was requested to confine his working hours to the period between 7:00 a. m. and 8:00 p. m. and he has responded that the requested time limitation is acceptable. Recommended that the Council approve the Environmental Impact Report which had been presented to the Council at the October 9, 1972 meeting and that the low bid of Earl J. McKinney Company be accepted. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman McGill that the Environmental Impact Report on the Water Distribution System Im- provements, Phase III be approved and that the following resolution be adopted: WHEREAS, the City of El Segundo, California duly advertised for bids for construction of Water Distribution System Improvements, Phase III,in accordance with Specifications No. 72 -5; and WHEREAS; said bids were received by said City Council on September 11, 1972; and WHEREAS, the Director of Public Works found that the bid of Earl J. McKinney Company for Alternate "A ", in total amount of $144, 973. 96 was the lowest responsible bid; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, that the bid of Earl J. McKinney Company, the lowest responsible bid, be accepted; and FA BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor of said City be and he is hereby authorized and instructed to execute the contract herein awarded for and on behalf of the City and in its name and the City Clerk to attest the same, affix the seal and make delivery thereof in due course; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all bids received, except the bid of Earl J. McKinney Company, are hereby rejected and the City Clerk is hereby authorized and instructed to return the bid bonds of all unsuccessful bidders. Carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen McGill, Morgan, Nagel, Stephens and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. City Attorney Allen read the title of ordinance amending Chapter 6. 08 of the E1 Segundo Municipal Code establishing limits on the hours for collection of garbage and rubbish, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 6.08 OF THE "EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE" WHICH SAID CHAPTER RELATES TO GARBAGE AND RUBBISH., which was read. Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, further reading of Ordinance No. 794 was waived. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Morgan that Ordinance No. 794 be adopted. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen McGill, Morgan, Nagel, Stephens and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. RATIFICATION AND APPROVAL OF WARRANTS 3339 Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Stephens that Warrant Numbers 37074 to 37201 inclusive, totaling $200, 914. 42, drawn in payment of demands, a list of which had been presented to the Council as Demand Register Summary No. 7 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 1. Councilman Nagel presented a request from the Muscular Dystrophy Association that December be proclaimed Muscular Dystrophy Month in El Segundo. By general consent, the above request was granted. 2. Councilman Nagel requested that the staff undertake another study of the widening of Mariposa Avenue to determine what the impact on the residents in the area would be and whether or not this widening is necessary. -10- X 3340 City Manager Jones stated that he felt that the decision as to the widening of Mariposa Avenue should be considered in connection with the adoption of the City's land use and circulation plans and not as an isolated problem. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Stephens and unanimously carried that this matter be referred to the Planning Commission for consideration at its convenience. 3. Councilman Stephens requested that the Traffic Committee look into the problem of synchronization of the traffic signals at Douglas Street and at Isis Avenue with those at the intersection of Aviation Boulevard and Rosecrans Avenue. 4. Councilman Stephens reported that the Los Angeles Airport Com- missioners had awarded a contract for the development of an airport sound barrier along the north side of the airport, contraction to take place after comprehensive feasibility studies have been completed. Councilman Stephens felt that a statement should be submitted to the Airport Commission setting forth the City's contention that the citizens of El Segundo should be considered in any noise studies concerning the airport and should be given the same benefits for solutions to noise problems as those afforded the residents on the north side of the airport. After discussion, motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman McGill and unanimously carried that a letter be sent to the appropriate officials of the Airport Commission setting forth the City's position in this matter. 5. Councilman Stephens invited the Council to attend the Continental Development Company's groundbreaking ceremonies at the northwest corner of Rosecrans Avenue and Nash Street on November 1, 1972 at 5 :00 p.m. 6. Councilman Morgan requested that, in an effort to keep the City cleaner, consideration be given to amending the Municipal Code to prohibit the use of cardboard containers for trash and that the chipping service be made available to the citizens on a more frequent basis. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS 1. Mr. Norman Barr, President of the E1 Segundo Chamber of Commerce, requested that the Council direct its staff to study the possibility of upgrading the downtown business section of El Segundo and to present re- commendations to the Chamber of Commerce. The City Council agreed to discuss this matter with the staff. 2. Mr. Robert Dein, 533 Hillcrest Street, stated that what is needed in the downtown area is a diversification of businesses. No further business appearing to come before the Council at this session, motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Stephens that the meeting adjourn until Wednesday, October 25, 1972 at the hour of 7 :00 o'clock p. m. in the Council Chamber of the City Hall of the City of E1 Segundo, California and that the meeting be adjourned in memory of Mr. James Gwaltney who passed away October 23, 1972 and of Mayor William F. Stovall of the City of Signal Hill. the hour of adjournment of this meeting being lU :UU o'clock p.m. Motion carried. Respectfully submitted, r APPROVED ��� �; Jane D. Hough, City Werk Mayor -11 -