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1974 MAR 19 CC MINX 3626 E1 Segundo, California March 19, 1974 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 Chester,Harter of the First 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: Nagel, Rockhold, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Councilmen Absent: None. READING OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS The minutes of the adjourned regular City Council meeting held March 4, 1974, and of the regular City Council meeting held March 5, 1974, having been read and no error or omission having been noted, it was rnoved by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Balmer, that said minutes 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 continued hearing on proposed zone change of Mosaic Tile property from M -1 (Light Manufacturing) to PRD (Planned Residen- tial Development). The Mayor inquired if any written communications had been received. The City Clerk replied that letters had been received from Mr. Bruce H. Wade, 200 Virginia Street, which recommended the zone be changed to R -1 and R -2 and from Mrs. Teresa S. Manson, 220 West Sycamore Avenue, asking that the area be zoned for recreation. Planning Director Loverde reviewed the progress of the proposed zone change and that this change had been recommended by the Planning Commission in its Resolution No. 802. Councilman Van Vranken asked if he would be eligible to participate in the action in this matter since he had taken a stand on this zoning during the recent election campaign. City Attorney Allen advised that if the newly elected councilmen had heard the testimony pertaining to this zone change at the Council meeting held February 19, 1974, and there were no objections to them rendering a decision in this matter, it would be in order for the new councilmen to take part in the proceedings. Councilmen Rockhold and Van Vranken stated they had attended the meeting held February 19, 1974 and had heard the testimony given. Mayor Balmer inquired if there were any objections to the new councilmen participating in the hearing. There being no response, Coun- cilmen Nagel, Stephens and Mayor Balmer unanimously requested that Councilmen Rockhold and Van Vranken participate in these proceedings. The Mayor inquired if'anyone present wished to speak in opposition to the proposed zone change. The following persons spoke against the change: X 362'7 Mr. Frank Mahony, 738 West Mariposa Avenue Mr. Robert Dein, 533 Hillcrest Street Mr. Merle Luikens, 707 East Pine Avenue Mr. Gerhardt Van Drie, 724 West Pine Avenue Mr. Art Corona, 726 Valley Drive Mrs. Dolene Firth, 214 West Maple Avenue Mr. Maurice Acevedo, 426 Concord Street Mr. John Randolph Hearsh, 107 West Sycamore Avenue Mr. Eugene Moore, 531 Arena Street Mr. Chris Barrett, 426 Whiting Street Mr. Scott Lenz, 518 Eucalyptus Drive Mr. V. J. (Red) Stefflre, 944 Cedar Street Mr. William Carter, 646 Maryland Street Mr. Hank Allison, 427 Whiting Street Mr. John Myers, 608 Lomita Street Mrs. Maude Atwood, 328 Sheldon Street The Mayor then inquired if anyone present wished to speak in favor of the proposed zone change, The following persons spoke: Mr. Edward Brandon, 867 Washington Street Mr. Howard Johnson, 637 West Walnut Avenue Mr. Floyd Carr, 424 Hillcrest Street Mr. Wilfred Linquist, 421 Eucalyptus Drive Mr. Don McLees, 747 Virginia Street Mrs. Olga Benson, 730 California Street Mr. Walt Eggert, 1435 East Sycamore Avenue Mr. John Kassales, 526 Penn Street asked that minimum standards be established before the property is rezoned to PRD. Mr. Willard R. Duncan, 719 Washington Street and Mr. Phil Stepp, 1546 East Mariposa Avenue stated they thought the people of E1 Segundo should decide how this property should be used and asked that the matter be put to the vote of the people. There being no further response, motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Stephens and unanimously carried that the hearing be closed. After discussion by the Council, motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman Nagel and unanimously carried that the zone change as presented be approved. City Attorney Allen read the title of the ordinance amending the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance of the E1 Segundo Municipal Code by reclassifying and rezoning to PRD zone that certain area commonly known as Mosaic Tile property, 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 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 was waived. Thereafter, said ordinance was introduced by Councilman Stephens. At the hour of 9:25 o'clock p.m., the Mayor declared a 5 minute recess. At the hour of 9:30 o'clock p.m., the Council reconvened, all members being present and answering ro11 call. The Mayor requested that the matter of the proposed bicycle moto- cross course be presented at this time. -2- March 19, 1974 X 3628 Mr. Loyal Christensen, Chairman of Recreation and Parks Com- mission, stated that research conducted by the Commission, Recreation and Parks Department, as well as School personnel, revealed that the Imperial Strip west of Virginia Street was the best suited for a motocross course. . Recreation and Parks Director Ruis advised that the Optimist Club had indicated it would co- sponsor the events and recommended that a special appropriation of $8, 000 be made so that this motocross course could be developed. City Manager Jones reported that capital funds could be transferred to cover the expenditures required for this course. Three youths spoke in favor of the motocross course. Mr. Frank Mahony suggested that controls be imposed on the course similar to those pertaining to Little League. After discussion by the Council, motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that approval be given for the expenditure of $8, 000 to be used for the creation of a Motocross Course in the Imperial Strip, that this amount be appropriated from the unexpended funds in the El Segundo Boulevard median strip maintenance. account and salary account, and that the same operating procedures be imposed on this course as are imposed on existing park facilities. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Rockhold, Stephens, Van Vranken 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 dis- posed of in the manner indicated: - 1. Richard K. Van Vranken, resignation from Planning Commission, effective March 12, Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Stephens that applications for Planning Commission to fill the unexpired term of Mr. Van Vranken be received by the Council and that the closing date for filing such applications shall be April 16, 1974. Motion carried. 2. Herman L. McGill, resignation from Library Board, effective March 12, T77 T.— Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Stephens, and unanimously carried that the resignation of Herman L. McGill from the Library Board be accepted. 3. James G. Morgan, resignation from Library Board, effective March 12, 1974. Motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken and unanimously carried that the resignation of James G. Morgan from the Library Borad be accepted. Motion was then made by Mayor Balmer, seconded by Councilman Stephens and unanimously carried that Councilmen Rockhold and Van Vranken be appointed to the .Library Board to fill the unexpired terms of former Trustees McGill and Morgan and that said terms shall expire April 30, 1975. 4. Citizens Water Bonds Committee, requesting support of Propo- sition W on the June 4, 1974 ballot which will enable the Metropolitan Water District to complete its construction program and pay for it through revenue bonds secured by water revenues. -3- March 19, 1974 X 3629 Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Stephens, that Resolution No. 2529, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, ENDORSING PROPOSITION W ON THE JUNE 4, 1974, STATEWIDE PRIMARY ELECTION BALLOT., which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried and said resolution was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Rockhold, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 5. Mrs. Mary Lee Buschkotter, 1112 East Acacia Avenue inquir- ing of the possibility of establishing a bicycle /walking path east of Sepulveda Boulevard along Mariposa Avenue to connect with the industries in that area. Councilman Van Vranken suggested making a complete survey of the City in relation to desirable bikeways. City Manager Jones advised that SB325 allocated some money for planning of bikeways and pedestrian facilities and if the Council wishes, an application could be made for these funds. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of E1 Segundo, California, authorizes the City Manager of said City to file an SB -821 Claim with Southern California Association of Governments to obtain an apportionment of local transportation funds for the purpose of developing a plan for bicycle facilities within the City of El Segundo; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Citv Clerk of the City of E1 Segundo shall forward a certified copy of this Resolution to Southern California Association of Governments. On roll call, said motion carried and said resolution was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Rockhold, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. ORAL COXIMUNICATIONS 1. Mr. Hank Allison, 427 1�niting Street, asked the Council to pass an ordinance requiring Service Stations to post prices of gasoline and the hours gasoline will be sold. Councilman Stephens suggested that this be done on a voluntary basis. By mutual agreement of the Council, City Manager Jones was asked to contact the Service Stations in the City and request that the prices of gaso- line and hours of availability -be posted in a prominant place. 2. Mr. Louie Fickbohm of Universal Refuse Removal Company, requested an emergency type permit to haul rubbish out of one construction site in the City. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, and unanimously carried that a temporary license be issued to Universal Refuse Removal Company, permitting removal of rubbish from 2080 East Imperial Avenue. -4- March 19, 1974 X 3630 REPORTS OF COMMITTEES 1. Councilman Nagel reported that he had been appointed to the Steering Committee and Appointment Committee of the National League of Cities and asked for the Council's endorsement of these appointments. Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Coun- cilman Rockhold that Councilman Nagel be given authorization to accept the nominations to the aforesaid committees. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Rockhold, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent Councilmen None. 2. Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that the appointments of Staff and Council members to various organizations and committees, as set forth below, be approved. Motion carried: League of California Cities Noise Abatement Committee Inter -City Transportation Committee L.A. County Sanitation District #5 Sister City Committee Advisory Board South Bay Cities Association West Basin Water Association Municipal Fine Arts Committee Southern Calif. RTD City Selection Committee Southwest Area Planning School Board /City - Hillcrest Site South Bay Corridor Study Steering Committee Western Institute of Aviation Independent Cities of Los Angeles County Delegate Alternate ZdageI Balmer Nagel Balmer Van Vranken Nagel Balmer Nagel Balmer Jones Stephens Rockhold Balmer Van Vranken Nagel Nagel Rockhold Loverde Van Vranken Van Vranken Nagel Balmer Rockhold Balmer 3. City Manager Jones presented a report of the Local Agency Transportation Advisory Committee (LATAC) on the EPA Transportation Control Plan and Indirect Sources Control Regulations, dated February 15, 1974, stating the regulations would impose new procedures by January 1, 1975 and that the EPA is being challenged as to its authority to impose these regulations. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, and unanimously carried that the Response by the LATAC be endorsed. 4. Councilman Nagel reported he had met with Hermosa Beach, Redondo Beach, and Manhattan Beach personnel and that a proposal had been submitted for a joint powers agreement to finance a study for an intra. -City Transportation system. Stated that the cost to El Segundo would be approximately $4900 and that a study was being made by the South Bay Corridor Study Committee. Motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Mayor Balmer and unanimously carried that the City of El Segundo decline to participate in this Intra -City Transportation System study. 5. Councilman -Nagel advised that the City of Los Angelo Planning Commission «i1`_ present its blaster Plan for International Airport at the Los Angeles City Council meeting on '\larch 20th and that he and lIr. L.oyerde ��rould attend this meeting to protect El Segundo's interesT . -5- Alarch 19, 1974 X 3631 REPORTS OF OFFICERS CITY MANAGER JONES MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Presented the tabulation of bids for 1800 feet of 1-1/2 inch fire hose and 2500 feet of 2 -1/2 inch fire hose, which bids were as follows: Name Amount of Bid Wardlaw Fire Equipment Co. $ 5,528.25 American Rubber Manufacturing Co. $ 6,053.25 W. C. Hendrie & Company $ 6, 391. 35 Recommended acceptance of the low bid. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Mayor Balmer, that the low bid of Wardlaw Fire Equipment Company, in total amount of $5, 528. 25, including tax, for fire hose be accepted and purchase order in that amount be issued to said company. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Rockhold, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 2. Presented the tabulation of bids for printing 500 copies of Environmental Open Space Elements, which bids were as follows: Name Amount of Bid Schuldt Instant Printing $ 971.25 Wray Printing $ 983. 85 Recommended the Low bid be accepted. Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Council- man Stephens, that the low bid of Schuldt Instant Printing, in total amount of $971.25, including tax be accepted for the printing of 500books and pur- chase order in that amount be issued to said company. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Rockhold, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 3. Advised that bids had been solicited for 35 refuse containers for the downtown business district and that only one vendor, Contempocast, Inc. , had furnished a bid in the total amount of $3, 697. 05, including tax. Advised that this was $1, 697.05 over the amount budgeted for refuse containers because the specifications had been changed subsequent to the budget alloca- tion. Recommended that this bid be accepted and the additional money appro- priated from the General Fund Reserve. Motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman Nagel that the bid of Contempocast, Inc. , for 35 concrete refuse containers, in total amount of $3, 697. 05 including tax, be accepted; that 51, 697. 05 be allocated from the General Fund reserves, and that purchase order in total amount of $3, 697. 05 be issued to said company. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Rockhold, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. -6- March 19, 1974 X 3632 4. Advised that Police Unit #35, a 1972 Dodge, had been damaged beyond repair and that Earle Ike Dodge could supply a vehicle on the same shipment as other vehicles now on order at a total cost of $3, 610. 52. Recommended approval by the Council to declare Unit #35 surplus and appropriation of $3, 610. 52 from the Equipment Replacement Fund. Motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that Police Unit #35 be declared surplus; that normal bidding proce- dures be waived; that the offer of Earle Ike Dodge for one 4 -door Police Sedan in total amount of $3, 610. 52, including tax, be accepted; that said sum be appropriated from the Equipment Replacement Fund; and that purchase order in total amount of $3, 610. 52 be issued to said company. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Rockhold, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 5. Presented bids for replacement of 16" Header Assembly for installation at Standard Oil Company metering manifold facility, which bids were as follows: Name Amount of Bid Ameron Pipe Products $ 2, 800.00 U. S. Pipe & Foundry $ 3,550.00 - Recommended approval of the replacement of this header assembly and acceptance of the low bid. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Stephens that the low bid of Ameron Pipe Products in total amount of $2, 800 be accepted and that purchase order in that amount be issued to said company. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Rockhold, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 6. Presented a quotation from R. G. Detmers and Associates, Inc. for playground equipment for Acacia Parkette in total amount of $6, 065. 90 including sales tax. Recreation and Parks Director Ruis displayed a model of this equipment, stating that this was specialized equipment and therefore bids had not been solicited. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken that the normal bidding procedures be waived, that the quota- tion from the R. G. Detmers & Associates, Inc. , for specialized playground equipment in total amount of $6, 065. 90 be accepted and that purchase order in that amount be issued said company. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Rockhold, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 7. Advised that the City has a surplus 1966 Street Sweeper and the City of Guaymas had indicated a desire to purchase this sweeper if repaired. Recommended the Council authorize expenditure of repair costs at approx- imately $2, 375 and authorize the sale of the repaired vehicle to the City of Guaymas for $500 over and above the repair costs. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Stephens, that funds be appropriated for the repair of the 1966 Street Sweeper and that after such repair, said sweeper be sold to the City of Guaymas for $500 over and above the repair costs. -7- March 19, 1974 X 3633 Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Rockhold, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 8. Advised that investigation had been made into the requirements for posting signs at swimming pools giving emergency life saving instruc- tions and that the State already has a regulation requiring such signs at public and semi - public swimming pools. Council requested that similar signs be made available to private swimming pool owners. 9. Presented a report on mileage reimbursement for use of private automobiles for City business and recommended the amount be increased to 12( per mile. After discussion by the Council, motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken and unanimously carried that reimbursement be established at 15� per mile. 10. Advised that review had been made of the request by Games, Inc. to lower the license fee for amusement machines when operating in an arcade. Stated it was Staff's recommendation that the same fee be retained for individual machines, but that a maximum be established at $400 per year for an arcade. Mr. Gene Beley, owner of Games, Inc. requested consideration by the Council. After discussion, by general consent of the Council, this matter was deferred until a later time. 11. Advised that T & F Oil Company had requested a one -year extension of its trailer permit. Building Safety Director Dalgleish advised that the permit, if extended, would actually expire in July of this year and that no further extensions could be granted under the Code. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken that this request be denied and that T & F Oil Company be given appropriate time to remove the trailer and clean up the sight. Motion carried. 12. Advised that Bank of America had requested a one -year extension of its trailer permit. Recommended that an extension of six months be granted and if desired beyond that period, a precise plan be required. Councilman Stephens stated he did not wish to participate in the dis- cussion or action in this matter. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Mayor Balmer, that the temporary trailer permit requested by Bank of America at Rosecrans Avenue and Nash Street, be extended for six months, said permit to expire June 1, 1974. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Rockhold Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None Not Voting: Councilman Stephens. 13. Requested Council's endorsement of an application to the National Science Foundation for a grant to study 2 -way T.V. systems. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Stephens, that the City participate in the National Science Foundation Study and that a letter be forwarded indicating El Segundo's interest in the develop- ment of 2 -way communications for inclusion in the grant application, and further that the Mayor be authorized to sign said letter. Motion carried. -8- March 19, 1974 X 3634 CITY ATTORNEY ALLEN MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Advised that the Negative Declaration covering the proposed zone change of Mosaic Tile Property from M -1 to PRD had not been acted upon and therefore it will be presented at the next regular Council meeting before final action is taken on the Ordinance. 2. Presented a request from Shell Oil Company to exonerate an interim bond covering certain construction relating to the pipeline franchise granted under Ordinance No. 759. Advised that the Director of Public Works reported that Shell Oil Company had complied with all the conditions imposed and therefore recommended that the bond be exonerated and that the City Clerk advise Shell Oil Company of this exoneration. Motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Mayor Balmer, that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that that certain interim Construction Bond No. S -348, dated March 22, 1971, with Shell Oil Company as Principal and The Travelers Indemnity Company as Surety, in amount of $50, 000, be and the same is hereby exonerated from all liability accruing thereunder subsequent to midnight this date, to wit: March 19, 1974. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Rockhold, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 3. Advised that the Public Official Bond No. 622 -74, covering Eunice U. Creason as City Clerk for a period February 20, 1974 through June 4, 1974, in amount of $5, 000 with Royal Globe Insurance Company as Surety had been approved as to form, appeared to be an adequate bond, and therefore recommended approval. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Stephens, and unanimously carried that the City Clerk's bond be approved as to Surety. 4. Gave a brief report on the current status of legislation pertaining to Conflict of Interest Statements of elected and appointed City officials. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. The City Attorney read the title of the ordinance changing the zone of Recreation Park property from R -1 to OS, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SFGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, A:\IENDING TITLE 20 (THE COM- PREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE) OF THE "EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE" BY AMEND- ING THE ZONING MAP REFERRED TO IN SEC- TION 20. 16. 030 OF SAID CODE. (RECREATION PARK)., which was read. Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, the further reading of Ordinance No. 837 was waived. Following motion made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Mayor Balmer, Ordinance No. 837 was adopted by the following vote: X 3635 Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Rockhold, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 2. The City Attorney read the title of the ordinance changing the zone of Southern Pacific Transportation C and railroad d right of way and Ci yProperty rromC 2 M--1 and Unclassified Use to OS, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUND (3, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 20 ( THE COM- PREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE) OF THE "EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE" BY AMEND- ING THE ZONING MAP REFERRED TO IN SEC- TION 20. 16. 030 OF SAID CODE. (BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA TRANSPORTATION COMPANY PROPERTY)., which was read. Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, the further reading of Ordinance Following . Stephens, secand d b Councilman N gel, Orrd nancce No838 was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Rockhold, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 3. City Attorney Allen advised that due to an error in publishing the notice c would load right ght of wayhear the matter of zone change on Southern Pa Motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman Nagel and unanimouslye set arried that the ate April 16,n197 Southern Pacific railroad right of way be AND APPROVAL OF WARRANTS Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Stephens, that Warrant Numbers 42580 to 42675 inclusive and Check Num- bers 100 to 139 inclusive, totaling $176, 258. 27, drawn in payment of demands, a list of which had been presented to the Council as Demand Register Summary No. 21 and Expense Check Register No. 1, approved. ro ti - d ,t u and by ord inance No. 812 be ratified and Motioncarried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Rockhold, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. NEW BUSINESS Councilman Nagel read a letter he had written to Mr. Gerhardt Van Drie answering the statements Mr. Van Drie had made in a recent issue of the local newspaper. -10- March 19, 1974 X 3636 ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Mr. Robert Dein, 533 Hillcrest Street, expressed disapproval of the fact that Council did not move the meeting to another location to accom- modate the overflow crowd. At the hour of 12 :05 o'clock a.m. March 20, 1974, the Council recessed to an Executive Session in the Mayor's office. At the hour of 12:30 o'clock a.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 Nagel, seconded by Councilman Stephens, that the meeting adjourn, the hour of adjournment being 12 :35 o'clock a.m. March 20, 1974. Motion carried. APPROVED: Z& 0A40".1- Mayor Respectfully submitted, •i i lk ��' 2Z- City Clerk -11- March 19, 1974