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1973 FEB 26 CC MINX 3390 E1 Segundo, California February 26, 1973 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 The Reverend Richard Duval of St. Michael's Episcopal 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 February 12, 1973, 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 meeting be approved as recorded. Motion carried. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS Director of Building Safety Dalgleish presented a report on the need for improved fire safety provisions in high rise buildings and introduced Mr. John G. Degenkolb, Fire Protection Engineer and Consultant. A film was shown of high rise building fires showing the problems involved in fire fight- ing procedures. Mr. Degenkolb stated that studies had shown that sprinker systems were the most effective means for fire safety in high rise buildings. The Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak in this matter. Mr. Phil. Bauman, Manager of Building Owners & Managers Associa- tion stated that sprinkler systems were not the only answer to fire safety pro- cedures, that compartmentation should be- considered and that the International Conference of Building Officials gives the option for the type of protection to the builder. Requests that this not be a hasty decision and all alternatives be fully considered. Mr. Bob Reed, Architect with Albert C. Martin & Associates urged Council to consider compartmentation, and sprinkler systems as an alternative. Mr. Garnett Cumming, Kilroy Industries asked the Council to consider compartmentation and that a decision be withheld to allow other interested parties to be heard. Fire Chief Gates stated that he had no objection to compartmentation, but it would not eliminate the need for increased fire fighting personnel, where- as buildings equipped with sprinkler systems could be handled with the present manpower. Further, that compartmentation would not put out fires, sprinkler systems would. Mr. Jim Beal, 535 Penn Street, asked Council what the cost to the taxpayer would be if sprinkler systems were not installed. There being no one else who wished to address the Council, the City Manager read the title of the ordinance providing special provisions and automatic fire extinguishing systems for high rise buildings, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, ADDING SECTIONS 16.04. 142, 16. 04. 144, 16. 04. 146, 16. 04. 147 AND 16. 04. 149 TO CHAPTER 16.04 (THE BUILDING CODE) OF THE "EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE" RELA- TING TO SPECIAL PROVISIONS FOR HIGH RISE BUILDINGS AND AUTOMATIC FIRE EXTINGUISH- ING SYSTEMS AND DECLARING THIS TO BE AN URGENCY MEASURE NECESSARY TO PROECT THE PUBLIC SAFETY, HEALTH AND WELFARE., which was read. X 3391 Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, further reading was waived. Said ordinance was then introduced by Councilman Stephens. Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman Morgan that the aforesaid Ordinance No. 801 be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried and said ordinance was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Morgan, Nagel, Stephens, and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilman McGill; Absent: Councilmen None. 2. Mayor Balmer asked the Clerk to read a proclamation honoring Urho Saari for his long and outstanding service as El Segundo High School Swimming Coach and declaring May 24, 1973 as URHO SAARI DAY. Motion was made by Councilman McGill, seconded by Councilman Nagel, and unanimously carried that the following proclamation be approved. WHEREAS, Urho Saari as a Coach at El Segundo High School has compiled one of the greatest records in California high school athletics with a water polo team record of 376 wins and 92 losses since 1946, twelve C. I. F. water polo champion- ships and six C. I. F. swimming championships, and WHEREAS, the El Segundo Swim Club under Urho Saari's leadership since 1947 has produced 18 individuals who have represented the United States 34 times in swimming and water polo in the Olympic Games and Pan American Games and has earned more than 40 team and individual national titles in water polo and swimming, and WHEREAS, Urho Saari was the United States water polo coach for the 1951 Pan American Games, 1952 Olympic Games, 1964 Olympic Games and Maccabia Games, and was water polo manager for the United States 1960 Olympics, and WHEREAS, Urho Saari was selected "National Water Polo Coach of the Year'' in 1964 by the American Swim Coaches Association, and named "Water Polo Coach of the Year" in 1965 by the Southern California Swimming, Water Polo and Officials Association, and WHEREAS, Urho Saari was the swimming and /or water polo coach for several hundred professional lifeguards, including more than one -third of the permanent lifeguard staff of the Los Angeles County Department of Beaches, and was a lifeguard himself for eleven years in New York and California, and -2- Feb. 26, 1973 X 3392 WHEREAS, Urho Saari was born and raised in Buffalo, New York, where he was graduated from Buffalo State Teachers College, served in the United States Army, was a YMCA swim coach, and has been swimming director and coach for the El Segundo Unified School District since 1941, and WHEREAS, Urho Saari's dedicated service and accom- plishments in the field of aquatics is deserving of high praise and commendation; NOW, THEREFORE, I, E. L. Balmer, Mayor of the City of El Segundo, do hereby officially proclaim May 24, 1973 as URHO SAARI DAY in the City of E1 Segundo, and all residents are urged to join in honoring Mr. Saari for his outstanding achievements and his dedication to building the character of youth and leaders of today and tomorrow. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS The following written communications received from persons, firms or corporations hereinafter named, were read to the Council and were dis- posed of in the manner indicated. 1. PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION, Notice of Hearing on the Joint Application of Southern California Gas Company and Pacific Lighting Service Company for authorization to revise rates as necessary to reflect expenditures and revenues associated with gas exploration and development activities. Ordered filed. 2. PLANNING COMMISSION, Resolution No. 766 recommending proposed amendment to Title 20 of the E1 Segundo Municipal Code relating to Playhouses. This matter has been set for public hearing before the City Council on March 12, 1973. 3. PLANNING COMMISSION, Resolution No. 767 forwarding to the City Council without recommendation, a proposed amendment to Title 20 of the E1 Segundo Municipal Code relating to an existing side yard exception at 681 West Oak Avenue. a) Mr. Michael Tell, owner of property at 618 West Oak Avenue, letter requesting that he be allowed to appeal the case before the City Council and that the appeal fee be waived. Motion was made by Councilman McGill, seconded by Councilman Morgan, and unanimously carried that this matter be set for public hearing before the City Council on March 12, 1979 and that the appeal fee be waived. 4. SHERIFF PETER J, PITCHESS, requesting support of a legis- lative program endorsed by his department. Motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman Nagel, and unanimously carried that the Council concur with the recommenda- tions in the Sheriff's Department 1973 -74 Legislative Program. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS 1. Mr. Norman Barr, president of E1 Segundo Chamber of Commerce, state t at a etter was being sent to the Recreation and Parks Commission commending it for the beautification project at Sheldon Street and Imperial Avenue. Also, on behalf of the Chamber of Commerce, pre- sented Mayor Balmer with a beautification award in recognition of the City's outstanding initiative and effort to improve the community. 2. Miss Dianne McCauley, president of El Segundo High School Student Body, reques a use or e City Hall Parking Lot for the annual carnival. Stated that upon the request of the Council, other sites had been sought on which to hold the carnival and that no suitable site had been found. Further stated that the results of a poll taken of local businessmen showed very little objection to the carnival. -3- Feb. 26, 1973 X Motion was made by Councilman McGill, seconded by Councilman Morgan that the request to hold the El Segundo High School Annual Carnival in the City Halt Parking Lot on May 4, 5 and 6 be granted, subject to the same terms and conditions required for the 1972 carnival. Motion carried. 3. Mr. Robert J. Flynn, 815 Washington Street, requested a bus- iness license to haul rubbish in the City. Motion was made by Councilman McGill, seconded by Councilman Nagel that said license be granted with the provision that no trucks shall be parked in residential areas. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen McGill, Morgan, Nagel, and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilman Stephens; Absent: Councilmen None. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES 1. Joint School Board - City Council Meeting on the utilization of the El Segundo c ool District kiillcrest property. Councilman Nagel reported that the committee had met with youth groups and residents of the neighborhood and that the majority of the people attending were in favor of the City taking over this site providing it was done in good workmanlike manner. 2. Noise Abatement Committee. Councilman Nagel reported that last year the committee Koine E. on a trial basis and it had been decided not to renew this membership for 1973. Advised that an advanced notice of proposed rule making regarding civil airplane fleet noise level (FNL) requirements had been received from FAA and he presented a resolution endorsing the FNL requirements with modifications. Motion was made by Councilman McGill, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that Resolution No. 2470, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA RELATING TO CIVIL AIRPLANE FLEET NOISE REQUIREMENTS., 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. 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. Introduced Mr. Richard Fitzgerald, County Director of Beaches, who explained the division of law enforcement responsibilities. After discussion, City Attorney Allen presented the ordinance adding a chapter to the El Segundo Municipal Code relating to beach regula- tions, entitled: which was read. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE "EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE" BY ADDING CHAPTER 13.08 THERETO RELATING TO BEACH REGULATIONS., -4- 3393 Feb. 26, 1973 X 3394 Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, further reading was waived. Thereafter, said ordinance was introduced by Councilman McGill. At the hour of 9:30 o'clock p.m., the Mayor declared a 10 minute recess. At the hour of 9:40 o'clock p. m. , the Council reconvened, all members being present and answering roll call. At this time, the Mayor announced that the matter of parking restric- tions on Sepulveda Boulevard between Imperial Highway and E1 Segundo Boule- vard would be discussed. Public Works Director Glickman reported on the traffic study and stated that the elimination of parking would improve traffic flow along Sepulveda Boulevard. Recommended that the resolution authorizing No Stopping At Any Time, Tow Away" restrictions on Sepulveda Boulevard between E1 Segundo Boulevard and Imperial Highway be approved. The Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak on this matter. The following spoke against restricting parking: Mr. Carmen Motta, Motta Brothers Service Station 765 North Sepulveda Boulevard Mr. Rod Bauer, Hacienda Hotel 525 North Sepulveda Boulevard Mr. Peter Charland, Financial Savings and Loan Association 888 North Sepulveda Boulevard. Mr. John Baldwin, New Pacific Lumber Company 331 North Sepulveda Boulevard. The Mayor inquired of the Clerk if any correspondence had been received, to which she replied that letters opposing the proposed parking restrictions had been received from Financial Savings and Loan Association and the Hacienda Hotel. The Mayor ordered the letters filed. After discussion.by the Council, motion was made by Councilman McGill, seconded by Councilman Morgan that the recommendation of the Public Works Director, as set forth above, be disallowed. Motion carried. CITY MANAGER JONES MADE FURTHER REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 2. Reported that several inquiries had been received regarding the opening of massage parlors and that there was no City Ordinance governing this type of operation. Recommended that the El Segundo Municipal Code be amended to include procedures for massage parlors. The City Attorney read the title of the ordinance adding a chapter to the El Segundo Municipal Code relating to massage parlors, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE "EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE" BY ADDING CHAPTER 5.40 THERETO RELATING TO MASSAGE PARLORS., which was read. Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, the further read- ing was waived. Thereafter, said ordinance was introduced by Councilman Stephens. 3. Requested authorization to conduct promotional examinations for Police Sergeant and Police Captain. Motion was made by Councilman McGill, seconded by Councilman Stephens and unanimously carried that the above request be granted. -5 Feb. 26, 1973 X 4. Presented bids for one Fire Rescue Unit to replace the 1962 Unit, which bids were as follows: Trade In Amount Amount Superior Western Company $12,442.50 $250.00 Miller Meteor Pacific, Inc. $14,205.24 $255.24 (Prices include tax) Advised that our Sister City had indicated an interest in acquiring used motor equipment and recommended that the low bid of Superior West- ern Company be accepted without the trade -in and that the 1962 Rescue Unit be offered to the City of Guaymas, Mexico at the trade in price. Motion was made by Councilman Morgan, seconded by Councilman McGill, that the bid of Superior Western Company, in total amount of $12, 442. 50 be accepted and that purchase order be issued in that amount and that the City of Guaymas, Mexico be given the opportunity to purchase the 1962 International Rescue Unit at a cost of $250. 00. 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 window cleaning services for the City Hall, Police Department and Library, which bids are for a yearly contract to clean exterior windows every month and interior windows every other month, as follows: Yearly Amount Exterior Interior Total Jim's Maintenance Service $ 1, 476. 00 $ 159.00 $ 1, 635. 00 ITT Building Services $ 1,296.00 $ 378.00 $ 1,674.00 Bekins Bldg. Maint. Serv. $1,535.40 $ 767. 70 $ 2,302.80 Recommended that the low bid of Jim's Maintenance Service in total amount of $1, 635. 00 be accepted. Motion was made by Councilman Morgan, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that the bid of Jim's Maintenance Service in total amount of $1, 635. 00 be accepted and that purchase order be issued as required to cover a year's service commencing April 1, 1973. CITY CLERK MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Reported that terms of Library Board members, E. L. Balmer, Herman L. McGill and James G. Morgan had expired. Motion was made by Mayor Balmer, seconded by Councilman Nagel and unanimously carried that Herman L. McGill be appointed to serve on the Library Board for a term to expire April 30, 1975. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Stephens and unanimously carried that E. L. Balmer be appointed to the Library Board for a term to expire April 30, 1974; and James G. Morgan be appointed to the Library. Board for a term to expire April 30, 1975. CITY ATTORNEY ALLEN MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Reported that the claim against the City from Mr. Richard J. Jensen for alleged libelous action had been investigated and it was his recommendation that said claim be denied. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman McGill that the recommendation of the City Attorney be approved and that said claim be denied. Motion carried. 3395 -6 Feb. 26, 1973 X 3396 2. Reported that the City had been served on February 14, 1973 with a Summons and Complaint from Xerox Corporation vs. County of Los Angeles, City of E1 Segundo and others in regard to a dispute over the col- lection of personal property taxes. Stated that this Complaint had been forwarded to the County Counsel's Office with a request that the matter be handled for the City of E1 Segundo. Motion was made by Councilman McGill, seconded by Councilman Nagel that the action of the City Attorney in referring said Complaint to the Los Angeles County Counsel for action be approved, ratified and confirmed. Motion carried. PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR GLICKMAN MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Presented Change Order No. 3 in the amount of $1, 007. 00 for Sewer Project No. 72 -2. This Change Order covers new electrical equip- ment at Pumping Plant No. 7, the removal of pavement, additional core drilling not originally anticipated, and time extension of 41 calendar days due to rain and delayed delivery of mechanical equipment. Motion was made by Councilman McGill, seconded by Councilman Nagel that Change Order No. 3, as hereinabove referred to, be approved. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen McGill, Morgan, Nagel, Stephens, and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 2. Presented an agreement with Standard Oil Company for water line easements on Nash Street between Grand Avenue and Mariposa Avenue to accommodate five fire hydrant laterals and two water services to a new construction site. Advised that this document had been approved as to form by the City Attorney, and recommended that said easement agreement be accepted. Mayor Balmer stated he did not wish to participate in the discussion or action in this matter and turned this portion of the meeting over to Mayor pro tem Nagel. Motion was made by Councilman Morgan, seconded by Mayor pro tem Nagel that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that that certain Agreement dated January 26, 1973, between Standard Oil Company of California, a corporation, and the City of E1 Segundo, a municipal corporation, for water line easement pur- poses, under, along and across that certain real property situated in the City of E1 Segundo, County of Los Angeles, State of California, and described as follows: Seven water lateral easements, as described below, all of which fall within that portion of the southwest quarter of Section 7, Township 3 South, Range 14 West, in the Rancho Sausal Redondo, in the City of E1 Segundo, County of Los Angeles, State of California, as said Section is shown on map recorded in Book 1, Pages 507 and 508 of Patents, in the office of the County Recorder of said County, included within a strip of land 10 feet wide, lying 5 feet on each side of the following described center line: Easement No. 1 Beginning at a point on the east line of said sout west quarter distant thereon North 00 00' 23" West 1295 feet from the center line of E1 Segundo Boulevard, said center line being the southerly line of said Section 7; thence south 890 59' 37" West 29 feet. -7- Feb. 26, 1973 X 3397 Easement No. 2 Beginning at a point on the east line of said southwest quarter distant thereon North 00 00' 23" West 1575 feet from the center line of E1 Segundo Boulevard, said center tine being the southerly line of said Section 7; thence South 890 59' 37" West 29 feet. Easement No. 3 Beginning at a point on the east line of said southwest quarter distant thereon North 00 00' 23" West 1928 feet from the center line of El Segundo Boulevard, said center line being the southerly line of said Section 7; thence South 890 59' 37" West 29 feet. Easement No. 4 Beginning at a point on theo east line of said sout west quarter distant thereon North 0 00' 23" West 2149 feet from the center line of El Segundo Boulevard, said center life being the southerly line of said Section 7; thence South 89 59' 37 ' West 29 feet. Easement No. 5 Beginning at a point on the east line of said sout west quarter distant thereon North 00 00' 23" West 2475 feet from the center line of El Segundo Boulevard, said center 1ipe being the southerly Line of said Section 7; thence South 89 59' 37 ' West 29 feet. Easement No. 6 Beginning at a point on the east line of said sou west quarter distant thereon North 0° 00' 23" West 2152 feet from the center line of El Segundo Boulevard, said center 1ile being the southerly line of said Section 7; thence South 89 59' 37 ' West 29 feet. Easement No. 7 Beginning at a point on the east line of said southwest quarter distant thereon North 00 00' 23" West 2089 feet from the center line of El Segundo Boulevard, said center line bein the southerly line of said Section 7; thence South 89° 59' 37q' West 29 feet. be and the same is hereby accepted for and on behalf of the City of El Segundo; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor pro tem of the City of E1 Segundo be and he is hereby authorized to execute said Agreement for Water Line Easements for and on behalf of said City and the City Clerk to attest the same, and that the City Clerk is hereby directed to cause the same to be filed for record in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen McGill, Morgan, Stephens and Mayor pro tem Nagel; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None; Not Voting: Mayor Balmer._ 3. Presented a report of the Traffic Committee on traffic controls at Main Street and Maple Avenue. Reported that many methods had been con- sidered such as traffic signals, flashing warning lights, closing Maple Avenue to through traffic on Main Street, and allowing right turns only at the intersec- tion. Advised that time had not been expended preparing plans and cost esti- mates and requested direction from Council as to the extent Staff should pro- ceed with the project. By mutual agreement, Council requested the staff to furnish more information on the proposed 4 -way right turn system versus installation of signals at the intersection. -8- Feb. 26, 1973 h. X 3398 4. Advised that discussions were had in Sacramento on the issuance of the permit for the Storm Drain project on the beach and that the County Flood Control District is preparing an Environmental Impact Report which will include this project. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. The City Attorney read the title of the ordinance relating to zone changes from P and C -2 to R -3 of property located in the 900 blocks of Cedar and Pepper Streets, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 20 (THE COMPRE- HENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE) OF THE "EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE" BY AMENDING THE ZONING MAP REFERRED TO IN SECTION 20. 16. 030 OF SAID CODE., which was read. Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, further reading of Ordinance No. 802 was waived. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Morgan that Ordinance No. 802 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 Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Morgan, that Warrant Numbers 38289 to 38532 inclusive, totaling $430, 549. 16, drawn in payment of demands, a list of which had been presented to the Council as Demand Register Summary Numbers 16 and 17 and certified by the Finance Director as conforming to the Budget approved by Ordinance No. 789, be rati- fied 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 Stephens called attention to a letter from the City of Downey to the South Bay Cities Association urging change in the distribu- tion of revenue sharing funds. Stated that he did not concur and suggested that Council oppose the change. Motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman Nagel and unanimously carried that any efforts to change allocation of Revenue Sharing Funds be opposed. Councilman Stephens requested that action be taken to clean up certain business areas on E1 Segundo Boulevard which have long been neglected. Suggested that the Councilmen tour the City to become better acquainted with the problems. OPAL COMMUNICATIONS Mr. A. W. Effinger, 129 West Palm Avenue, stated that aircraft were flying very low, taking off over his home and asked if something could be done. Councilman Nagel stated that FAA had issued direct instructions not to fly over El Segundo and that if specific instances could be logged, something might be accomplished. -g Feb. 26, 1973 X 3399 Mr. Edward Loverde, 905 McCarthy Court, substantiated Mr. Effinger's complaint stating that he had logged the time, type and insignia on each aircraft. At the hour of 11 :30 o'clock P.m. , the Council recessed to the Mayor's office for an executive session. At the hour of 11:40 o'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 session, it was moved by Councilman Morgan, seconded by Councilman Nagel that the meeting adjourn, the hour of adjournment being 11 :45 o'clock p. m. Motion carried. APPROVED: Mayor Respectfully submitted, JANE D. HOUGH City Clerk -10- Feb. 26, 1973