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1973 JAN 08 CC MINX 3 36 9 E1 Segundo, California January 8, 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 Councilman Gordon T. Stephens. 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: Morgan, Nagel, Stephens and Mayor Balmer; Councilmen Absent: Mc Gill. READING OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS The minutes of the regular City Council meetings held December 11, 1972, and December 26, 1972, having been read and no error or omission having been noted, it was moved by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Council- man Stephens that the minutes of said meetings be approved as recorded. Motion carried. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS 1. The Mayor announced that this was the time and place hereto- fore fixed for the hearing on proposed Interim Zoning ordinance extending the prohibition of construction on property bounded on the north by Mari- posa Avenue, on the south by Franklin Avenue, on the west by Eucalyptus Drive and on the east by Center Street, and inquired of the Clerk if proper notice of the hearing had been given, to which the Clerk replied that affi- davit of publication was in her file. 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 stated that the initial 4 months period stipulated in Ordinance 793 was insufficient for Staff to accomplish the necessary studies and requested that the Council consider an extension of 8 months. The Mayor then inquired if anyone wished to speak in this matter, to which there was no reply. Motion was made by Councilman Morgan, seconded by Councilman Nagel that the hearing be closed, and that the City Attorney be instructed to present the ordinance extending a prohibition on construction in the aforementioned area. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Morgan, Nagel, Stephens and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilman McGill. The City Attorney read the title of ordinance, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, EXTENDING A PROHIBITION ON ALL CONSTRUCTION IN THE HEREIN DESCRIBED AREA EXCEPT AS PERMITTED BY THIS ORDINANCE., which was read. Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, further reading was waived. Thereafter, said ordinance was introduced by Councilman Morgan. -1- X 3370 2. The Mayor announced that this was the time and place hereto- fore fixed for the hearing on costs involved in the demolition of the build- ing at 928 Eucalyptus Drive 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. The Mayor inquired if any written communications had been received, to which the Clerk replied that none had been received. Public Works Director Glickman advised that notification of the costs of the demolition had not been posted on the property as required and therefore requested that this hearing be re- scheduled to allow time for the proper notifications to be made. Motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Council- man Nagel and unanimously carried that this hearing be re- scheduled for the regular Council meeting to be held February 12, 1973. 3. Building Safety Director Dalgleish reported that a room addi- tion constructed in 1954 at 618 West Oak Avenue had been declared illegal since it was constructed in violation of the zoning ordinance and that the proper permits had not been secured to accomplish the construction. Mr. Michael Tell, owner of the property, advised the Council that he has been unable to sell his property because of the ruling, and that he had not been aware of this when he purchased the property in 1971. Asked the Council for relief from this hardship. After discussion and advice from the City Attorney, motion was made by Councilman Morgan, seconded by Councilman Nagel and unani- mously carried that the affected department heads, legal staff and Mr. Tell confer in this matter and present their findings at the next regular Council meeting to be held January 22, 1973. 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. PLANNING COMMISSION, enclosing copy of its Resolution No. 760, recommending a change from P (Parking) and C -2 (Commercial) zones to R -3 (Multiple Residential) zone for property located in the 900 blocks of Cedar and Pepper Streets. This matter has been set for public hearing before the City Council on January 22, 1973. 2. STATE DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL, application for Type 47 On -Sale General License for eating place, the Golden Tale at 101 Continental Boulevard. Ordered Filed. 3. SUPERVISOR JAMES HAYES, advising that the County would provide inspection of bridges in the City of El Segundo if the City so desired. Public Works Director Glickman advised that there were three structures in El Segundo and he felt they should be periodically inspected - the railroad bridge over Aviation and Rosecrans Avenue and two tunnels under Vista del Mar. Motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman Nagel and unanimously carried that the Council accept the offer of the County to periodically inspect the bridges in E1 Segundo. 4. MR.& MRS. JAMES OTTMAN, E1 Segundo Hobby Shop, 409 Main Street expressing appreciation to the Police Department for their prompt response to a call and commended the department for having foot patrolmen in the business district during the Christmas season. 5. MR. & MRS. WILLIAM S. MC COY, 613 Sheldon Street, complimenting the City on the landscaping and seating at the Airport Over - Look at Imperial Highway and Sheldon Streets. -2- X 33'71 6. MR. CHARLES G. JOHNSON, president of Teleflora Delivery Service, Inc. , 900 North Sepulveda Boulevard, requesting deferment of action on the ordinance relating to fire extinguishing systems for high rise buildings. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS 1. Mr. George Phillips, Continental Development Corporation, expressed his opposition to the proposed ordinance that would require automatic fire extinguishing systems and other special provisions in high rise buildings. Requested that a more thorough study be made in terms of cost, practicality, adequacy and also the time involved in im- plementing such changes. The following persons spoke in opposition to the proposed ordinance: Mr. James Struthers, Sepulveda Properties, Inc. Mr. Emmet King, Hughes Aircraft Company Mr. Robert Johnson, Teleflora Delivery Service, Inc. Mr. John B. Kilroy, president Kilroy Industries, concurred with Mr. Phillips and questioned certain provisions in the proposed ordinance. Recommended that the developers, their architects and engineers confer with City staff to resolve their differences. 2. Mr. Robert Dein, 533 Hillcrest Street stated he was not opposed to the proposed ordinance, but felt a moratorium should be placed on con- struction until this matter could be studied more thoroughly. 3. Mr. Richard F. Slepicka, North American- Rockwell extended an invitation to the Council to view the 3 -DB -1 mockup at the B -1 Division. 4. Mr. Carl Cason, 621 West Mariposa Avenue presented a news- paper to the ouncil which he had purchased from an open stand on Sepulveda Boulevard. Mr. Cason stated the pictures were offensive to him and he did not care to have his children involuntarily subjected to them and asked Council if there was anything it could do to prevent display of this kind of publication in public. Council suggested Mr. Cason refer the matter to Police Chief Johnson. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES 1. Noise Abatement Committee - Councilman Nagel reported that twenty -seven written complaints had been received regarding noise at the airport and that the committee was still working towards solutions to the problem. 2. Councilman Morgan reported that he had attended the Police Officers graduation at the Sheriff Is Academy in Los Angeles and stated that E1 Segundo could be very proud of the fine training these men are receiving. REPORTS OF OFFICERS CITY MANAGER JONES MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Presented a report relating to fire -life safety and recommended that an ordinance be adopted which would amend the building code to provide improved safety standards for high rise buildings. Mr. John B. Kilroy stated he would like to have more information regarding the methods outlined in the ordinance. After discussion and by general consent this matter was deferred until the regular Council meeting to be held January 22, 1973. -3- X 33'72 2. Presented Audit Reports from Cotton and Francisco covering the General Government and Water Funds and the 1911 Act Improvement Bond Fund for the fiscal year 1971 -72. Motion was made by Councilman Morgan, seconded by Councilman Nagel that the Audit Reports as prepared by Cotton and Francisco, cover- ing the fiscal year 1971 -72 be approved. Motion carried. 3. Presented a report on 4 -day 10 hour work week schedule for police patrol. Recommended that this plan be approved for a trial period of six months. Motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Council- man Morgan that the recommended 4 -day 10 hour work week schedule for police patrol be adopted for a trial period of 6 months. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Morgan, Stephens and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilman Nagel; Absent: Councilman McGill. 4. Presented a request from Continental Service Company for extension of a temporary permit for trailers utilized by the Bank of America on the corner of Nash Street and Rosecrans Avenue. Motion was made by Councilman Morgan, seconded by Councilman Nagel and unanimously carried that a one -year extension of temporary per- mit be granted to Continental Service Company. 5. Requested authorization to conduct a closed promotional exam- ination for the position of Street Maintenance Leadman. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Stephens and unanimously carried that the above request be granted. 6. Presented a job description for Policewoman and recommended approval of the job description and establishment of this salary classifica- tion. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Morgan that the job description as written be approved and that the follow- ing resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that the City Council concurs in the recommendation of the City Manager and that the Classification of Policewoman at salary range No. 685 be established; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this job description be approved and the classification be added to the 1972 -73 Salary Resolution at a range of $897 - $1094. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Morgan, Nagel, Stephens and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilman McGill. 7. Reported that bids had been received for one Sod Cutter for the Parks Division, which bids were as follows: Name Amount Toro Pacific Distributing Co. $ 771.75 B. Hayman Company 786.98 Constructors Supply Co. 848.93 Recommended that the low bid of Toro Pacific Distributing Company be accepted. -4- X 33'73 Motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Council- man Morgan that the low bid of Toro Pacific Distributing Company in the amount of $771. 75, including tax, be accepted and that purchase order in that amount be issued to said company. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Morgan, Nagel, Stephens and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilman McGill. 8. Presented a request from Mr. Jay Gelb for extension of a temporary permit for trailer at his boat yard at 1617 East E1 Segundo Boulevard. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Mayor Balmer that the one -year extension of temporary permit be granted. On roll call, motion failed to carry. After discussion, motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman Nagel that the extension of this trailer permit be approved providing the applicant agrees to beautify the embankment adjoining the property. Motion carried. 9. Advised that a draft of guidelines for preparation of Environ- mental Impact Reports under the State Environmental Quality Act had been received and that it is staff's intention to make a presentation at the hearing to be held in Los Angeles on January 26. This proposal will be presented for Council review at the regular meeting to be held on January 22, 1973. CITY CLERK MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Reported that a claim against the City had been received from Miss Mary Beth Shook, 902 Virginia Street for vehicle damage and that said claim had been referred to the insurance carrier. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Stephens and unanimously carried that the claim be denied and that the action of the City Clerk in referring same to the insurance carrier be approved. CITY ATTORNEY ALLEN MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Presented Faithful Performance Bond and Contractor's Pay- ment Bond (Labor and Material) with Browning - Ferris Industries (BFI) as Principal and Highlands Insurance Company as Surety. Advised that the contractor had provided bonds covering the entire life of the contract, whereas the specifications require annual bonds with provisions assuring that the bonds be renewed. Further advised that if the Council approved the specification deviation, he then approved the bonds as to form. Recom- mended that Council approve the deviation from contract specifications and the modification in form of the bonds providing for 5 year rather than one year bonds. Motion was made by Councilman Morgan, seconded by Councilman Nagel that the City Attorney's recommendations, as set forth above, be approved. Motion carried. PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR GLICKMAN MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Presented final report on Underground Utility District No. (Grand Avenue, Eucalyptus Drive to Lomita Street). Ordered filed. 2. Presented Change Order No. 3 in the amount of $199. 39 for Water Well No. 13 Operating Facilities (Project 71 -8) covering installa- tion of vaults and telemetry wiring and a 21 -day time extension caused by a strike at the company which provided the well pump. Recommended that said Change Order be approved. -5- X 33'74 Motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Council- man Nagel that Change Order No. 3, as hereinabove referred to, be approved. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Morgan, Nagel, Stephens and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilman McGill. 3. Presented Change Order No. 2 in the amount of $205. 10 for the Trunk Sewers Project No. 72 -2. This Change Order covers stand -by time at No. 7 Sewer Pumping Station and 12 yards of slurry trench back - fill at Palm and Virginia Streets. Recommended that said change order be approved. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Stephens that Change Order No. 2, as hereinabove referred to, be approved. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Morgan, Nagel, Stephens and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilman McGill. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. City Attorney Allen read the title of the ordinance relating to Residential Building Records, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 16.38 OF THE "EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE" RELA- TING TO REPORT OF RESIDENTIAL BUILDING RECORDS., which was read. Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, further reading of said ordinance was waived. Motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman Nagel and unanimously carried that consideration of this ordinance be deferred until the next regular Council meeting to be held January 22, 1973. RATIFICATION AND APPROVAL OF WARRANTS Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Morgan, that Warrant Numbers 37555 to 37861 inclusive, totaling $631, 338. 09, drawn in payment of demands, a list of which had been pre- sented to the Council as Demand Register Summary Nos. 11 and 12 and certified by the Finance Director as conforming to the budget approved by Ordinance No. 789, be ratified and approved. Motion carried by the fol- lowing vote: Ayes: Councilmen Morgan, Nagel, Stephens and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilman McGill NEW BUSINESS Councilman Stephens and Councilman Nagel briefly discussed the responsibilities of communities and individual property owners bordering airports in regard to sound proofing against aircraft noise. X 33'75 Mr. Robert Dein, 533 Hillcrest Street objected to the theory that the surrounding cities were responsible and feels it is the sole responsi- bility of the airports. No further business appearing to come before the Council at this meeting, motion was made by Councilman Morgan, seconded by Council- man Stephens that the meeting adjourn, the hour of adjournment being 9:30 o'clock p.m. Motion carried. APPROVED: e Z6 Riv/� Mayor -7- Respectfully submitted, JANE D. HOUGH City Clerk By Deputy/"