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1973 FEB 12 CC MINX 3382 E1 Segundo, California February 12, 1973 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 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 January 22, 1973 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. Mayor Balmer commended the 1972 Sister City Queen, Karen Gruber for her representation throughout the year and presented her with a certificate of appreciation and a key to the City of El Segundo. Councilman Stephens commended the 1972 Sister City Princess, Barbara Randall for her participation and presented her with a certificate of appreciation and a key to the City. Mayor Balmer then introduced the 1973 Sister City Queen Sylvia Meza and Princess Marilyn Gordon. 2. The Mayor announced that this was the time and place hereto- fore fixed for the hearing on proposed zone changes from P and C -2 to R -3 zone in the 900 block of Cedar Street and Pepper Street. The Mayor inquired of the Clerk if proper notice of the hearing had been given. The Clerk replied that affidavits of publica`ion and mailing of notices are in her files, as well as the files of the Planning Commission and the City Council to date. The Mayor stated 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, to which the Clerk replied that none had been received. Planning Director Loverde reported that no objections to this zone change had been received at the Planning Commission Hearing and that the Commission had recommended the zone change in its Resolution No. 760. The Mayor then inquired if anyone present wished to speak in this matter. There being no reply, the Mayor declared the hearing closed. The City Attorney read the title of the ordinance effecting the change, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 20 (THE COMPRE- HENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE) OF THE "EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODs" BY AMENDING THE ZONING MAP REFERRED TO IN SECTION 20. 16. 030 OF SAID CODE., X 3383 which was read. Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, further reading was waived. Thereafter, said ordinance was introduced by Councilman McGill. 3. The Mayor announced that this was the time and place here- tofore fixed for the hearing to determine the correctness and reasonable- ness of costs for the demolition of the building at 928 Eucalyptus Drive. The Mayor inquired of the Clerk if proper notice of the hearing had been given, to which the Clerk replied that affidavits of posting notice, publi- cation and service of mail were in her file. The Mayor then inquired of the Clerk if any written communications had been received. The Clerk read a letter from the owner of the property, Mrs. Madge B. Young. Director of Public Works Glickman advised of the events leading up to this demolition and presented a "Report of Cost of Building Demoli- tion. " Motion was made by Councilman McGill, seconded by Councilman Nagel, and unanimously carried that the said report be received and filed. The Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak regarding this matter. There being no reply, the Mayor declared the hearing closed. Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Mayor Balmer and unanimously carried that the Council overrule all objections. Motion was made by Councilman Morgan, Seconded by Council- man Nagel to confirm and approve the Director of Public Works Report of Cost of Building Demolition and the assessment of $618. 75 contained therein and that a certified copy of said report be filed with the County Recorder 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: 1. CITY OF CULVER CITY, enclosing copy of its Resolution No. 6819 urging that the amendment to the Quimby Act relating to open space requirements for conversion of apartments to condominiums be repealed, and requested support from E1 Segundo in this effort. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Morgan and unanimously carried that this matter be referred to the Planning Commission for consideration. 2. PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION, Notice of Filing of Appli- cation by Southern California Gas Company for a general increase in gas rates and authority to include purchased gas adjustment provisions in its tariffs. Ordered filed. 3. SOUTH BAY CITIES ASSOCIATION, requesting guidance on a proposed transportation corridor study. The Council requested Staff to advise the South Bay "Cities Association that El Segundo concurred in this study 4. INDEPENDENT CITIES OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY, extend- ing an invitation to El Segundo to become a member. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman McGill that the City join this organization. -2- Feb. 12, 1973 X 3384 On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote: byes: Councilmen McGill, Morgan, Nagel, Stephens, and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. Motion was made by Councilman Morgan, seconded by Councilman Stephens that Councilman McGill be appointed to represent the City in this organization and that Mayor Balmer be appointed alternate representative. Motion carried. 5. MUHAMMAD AND MIRTA ABU GHARBIYA, being request for license to peddle small appliances to industrial and commercial companies in the City. City Manager Jones advised that this type license is subject to Council approval. After discussion, motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman McGill and unanimously carried that this license be denied. 6. INTER -CITY HIGHWAY COMMITTEE proposed changes to its constitution and bylaws. City Manager Jones advised that this change expands the membership to include more public members. By mutual consent, this matter was deferred and appointments of additional repre- sentatives will be made at a later time. REPORTS OF OFFICERS CITY MANAGER JONES MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Advised that the beach frontage in El Segundo had been opened for public use and that the City does not have adequate ordinance coverage for control of this area. Presented an ordinance amending-the E1 Segundo Municipal Code relating to beach regulations. By mutual consent, this matter was deferred until the next regular City Council meeting to be held February 26, 1973. 2. Presented a report of the Director of Finance on mid -year budget adjustments and recommendations for allocation of the first year's revenue -,haring money. After discussion, motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman Nagel that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that the report of the Mid- year Budget Adjustments and allocation of revenue sharing money, as set forth in the memorandum from the Director of Finance, dated February 5, 1973, presented to this Council on this date, be and the same is hereby approved. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen McGill, Morgan, Nagel, Stephens, and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 3. Presented a resolution amending Resolution No. 2458 and No. 2468 relating to Holiday pay for Safety Personnel. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman McGill, that Resolution No. 2469, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, RESCIND- ING SECTION 4 OF RESOLUTION NO. 2468 AND AMENDING SECTION 19. 00 OF RESOLUTION NO. 2458 (THE SALARY RESOLUTION) RELATING TO HOLIDAY PAY., -3 Feb. 12, 1973 r.� 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. 4. Reported that bids had been requested from ten vendors for motorcycles for the Police Department and that only one bid, from Pacific Coast Honda, had been received at the specified time of bid opening, as follows: Total Amount 2 each Police Motorcycles, 1973 Honda Model CB -750 $5, 229.68 (including tax) 2 each Trade -In Motorcycles Harley - Davidson 1968 $1,000.00 Advised that several vendors had been contacted and it had been determined that the vendors were not equipped to outfit the vehicles for police service. Further research of other City's purchasing revealed that this was a fair bid and recommended acceptance of Pacific Coast Honda's bid in the amount of $5, 229. 68, including tax. Councilman Stephens stated that our Sister City, Guaymas had indicated an interest in acquiring used motorcycles and suggested that these vehicles be offered to Guaymas at the trade -in price. Motion was made by Councilman Morgan, seconded by Council- man Stephens, that the bid of Pacific Coast Honda, in total amount of $5, 229. 68, be accepted, that purchase order be issued as required, and that the City of Guaymas, Mexico be given the opportunity to pur- chase the 1968 Harley- Davidson motorcycles at a cost of $500. 00 each. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen McGill, Morgan, Nagel, Stephens, and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 5. Reported that bids had been received for Water Meter Boxes and spare lids for the Water Department, which bids were as follows: 130 Meter Boxes 1 Fraser Cement Company $ 836.32 Brooks Products, Inc. 1,032.88 120 Meter Box Lids $ 348.08 212.62 (Prices include sales tax) Advised that the bid of Brooks Products, Inc., for Meter Box Lids did not meet City Specifications and recommended that the bid of Fraser Cement Company in amount of $1, 184.40, including tax, be accented. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman McGill, that the bid of Fraser Cement Company in total amount of $1, 184.40 for Meter Boxes and Lids be accepted and that purchase order in that amount be issued to said company. Motion carried by the following vote: -4- Feb. 12, 1973 3385 X 3386 Ayes: Councilmen McGill, Morgan, Nagel, Stephens, and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 6. Advised that the Emergency Employment Act of 1971 had been recently expanded, making funds available for hiring additional eligible personnel for a period of six months. Presented an applica- tion for employment of nine additional personnel under PEP and recom- mended that said application be approved. . Motion was made by Councilman McGill, seconded by Councilman Morgan, that the application for hiring nine additional persons eligible for employment under Section 9 of the Emergency Employment Act of 1971 be approved. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen McGill, Morgan, Nagel, Stephens, and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 7. Advised that the approved Guidelines on Environmental Impact Reports issued by the California li,esources Agency under the Environ- mental Quality Act of 1970 had been received. These Guidelines set forth the broad framework within which the City must adopt and approve its own guidelines for environmental impact reports. Suggested a tenta- tive schedule for presentation of the City's guidelines to the Council by resolution on March 26, which will meet the deadline date for submission to the State of April 5, 1973. Further suggested a public hearing be scheduled for April 23 and that on May 14 an ordinance be adopted approv- ing the City's Guidelines. 8. Advised that he would like to discuss a personnel matter in executive session. At the hour of 8:55 o'clock p.m., the Mayor declared a 10 minute recess. At the hour- of 9:05 o'clock P.m., the Council reconvened, all members being present and answering roll call. CITY CLERK MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Reported that a claim against the City had been received from Southern California Gas Company for damage to gas service at 314 East Maple Avenue, on January 3, 1973, and that said claim had been referred to the Insurance Carrier. Motion was made by Councilman McGill, seconded by Councilman Nagel that the claim be deriicd and that the action of the City Clerk in referring same to the Insurance Carrier be approved. Motion carried. -5- Feb. 12, 1973 I.1 2. Reported that a claim against the City had been received from Mr. Richard J. Jensen for alleged libelous action, and that said claim had been referred to the City Attorney for investigation. City Attorney Allen requested that this matter be discussed in executive session. Motion was made by Councilman McGill, seconded by Councilman Nagel that the action of the City Clerk in referring claim to the City Attorney be approved, and that this matter be taken under consideration in executive session immediately after this Council meeting. Motion carried. CITY ATTORNEY ALLEN MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Presented an Agreement with SUA, Inc., for a Facilities Analysis and Space Requirements Study of the City Hall and Police Department. Motion was made by Councilman Morgan, seconded by Council- man Nagel that the following resolution be adopted. RESOLVED, that that certain form of Agreement between the City of El Segundo and SUA, Incorporated, for Facilities Analysis and Space Re- quirement Study, 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; 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 be- half 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. 2. Presented a letter, dated January 31, 1973, from the City's Insurance Carrier advising that the complaint filed against the City by Mercedes Salazar on behalf of Francisco Garcia et al, exceeds the City's insurance liability coverage. Recommended that this letter be received and filed. Motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Council- man Nagel and unanimously carried that the City Attorney's recommenda- tion, as set forth above, be approved. DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS GLICKMAN MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Presented a report prepared in compliance with the California Public Resources Code by the Los Angeles County Road Daprtment on the effect the proposed grade separation project at E1 Segundo and Aviation Boulevards would have on the environment. Advised that Staff concurred in the findings of this report and recommended consideration of the Exemp- tion Declaration and that one of the following actions be taken: a) Approve the Exemption Declaration, finding no significant effect on the environment, or b) Find that the need for the improvement to meet existing traffic requirements surpasses any possible adverse effects and the project should therefore be constructed. Feb. 12, 1973 3387 X 3388 Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Morgan that the Exemption Declaration be approved finding no significant effect on the environment. Motion carried by the following vote; Ayes: Councilmen McGill, Morgan, Nagel, Stephens, and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 2. Reported that Project 71 -8 construction of Water Well No. 13 operating equipment had been completed in compliance with Plans and Specifications, by Pylon, Inc. , and that Notice of Completion had been filed for record in the office of the Los Angeles County Recorder. Recommended that this construction project be accepted. Motion was made by Councilman McGill, seconded by Councilman Nagel that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that the City Council concurs in the recommendation of the Director of Public Works and that the work covering Operating Equip- ment for Water Well No. 13 in accordance with Specification No. 71 -8 by PYLON, INC., is hereby accepted as of this date, February 12, 1973. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen McGill, Morgan, Nagel, Stephens, and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. Stated that a hearing will be held in Sacramento on February 22 on the environmental impact of the Storm Drain Outlet on the Beach, and felt it advisable to have representatives from Et Segundo in atten- dance. By m-Aual consent, it was agreed that Mayor Balmer, Council- man Morgan, City Manager Jones, and Mr. Glickman would attend the hearing. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Building Safety Director Dalgleish reported that the trailer per- mit requested by Jay Gelb at 1617 East E). Segundo Boulevard had been approved contingent upon beautification of the embankment adjacent to the property. Advised that this area has now been planted in ice plant. Motion was made by Councilman McGill, seconded by Councilman Nagel and unanimously carried that a one -year extension of temporary trailer permit be granted. RATIFICATION AND APPROVAL OF WARRANTS Motion was made by Councilman McGill, seconded by Councilman Nagel that Warrant Numbers 38204 to 38288 inclusive, totaling $156, 110. 94 drawn in payment of demands, a List of which had been presented to the Council as Demand Register Summary No. 15 and certified by the Finance Director as conforming to the budget approved by Ordinance No. 789, be ratified and approved. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen McGill, Morgan, Nagel, Stephens, and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. -7- Feb. 12, 1973 X 3389 ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Mr. Robert Dein, 533 Hillcrest Street asked the Council why it had not taken action to curtail the nuisance caused by Los Angeles Airport. Each of the Councilmen advised Mr. Dein that action was being taken through the Noise Abatement- Committee and that these discussions should be brought before tha$ committee. At the hour of 9 :45 o'clock p.m. , the Council recessed to the Mayor's office for an Executive Session. At the hour of 10:15 0' clock p. m. the Council reconvened, all members being present and answering roll call. No other business appearing to come before the Council at this meeting, it was moved by Councilman Morgan, seconded by Councilman Nagel that the meeting adjourn, the hour of adjournment being 10 :20 o'clock p.m. Motion carried. APPROVED: Mayor r I:3 Respectfully submitted, JANE D. HOUGH City Clerk By 'Deputy 1 r c? 7 k. Feb. 12, 1973