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1975 AUG 05 CC MINX si t. 2 E1 Segundo, California August 5, 1975 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 State 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 Coucilmen Present: Nagel, Rockhold, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Coucilmen Absent: None. READING OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING The minutes of the regular City Council meeting held July 15, 1975 having been read and no error or omission having been noted, it was moved by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Stephens, that said minutes by approved as recorded. Motion carried. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS 1. The Mayor announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed for the continued hearing on Precise Plan No. 1 -75 for a 12 -unit townhouse development at Washington Street and Walnut Avenue by Mr. Daniel Kim. The Mayor inquired if any written communications had been received, to which the Clerk replied that none had been received. Councilman Van Vranken stated that even though he had not attended the last Council meeting he felt qualified to participate in this hearing since he had studied the reports and documents covering this Precise Plan and had listened to the tape recording of the proceedings. City Attorney Allen stated that at the direction of the Council, a modification of the language of Paragraph 11 in Planning Commission Resolution No. 841 had been drafted substituting the covenants and documents that had been furnished by Mr. Kim for determination by the Planning Director. The City Attorney then handed a copy of this modification to the Councilmen for their consideration during these proceedings. Planning Director Loverde reported on the action taken by the Planning Commission and that the developer had furnished the necessary forms for submittal to the State Department of Real Estate. Advised that it had been determined this project would not have an adverse effect on the environment and, therefore, a Negative Declaration had been prepared. Recommended certification of the Negative Declaration and approval of the Precise Plan with the modified paragraph 11, and that the Developer's documents be submitted to the City Attorney for approval as to form and content. x It -ca The Mayor then inquired if anyone in the audience wished to speak in favor of the Precise Plan. Mr. Daniel Kim, 511 Nectarine Avenue, Inglewood, stated that the State Real Estate Commission required assurance that the development would be maintained properly and the institution providing the •loan required assurance of the proper management of the development. The Mayor then inquired if anyone wished to speak in opposition to this Plan. Mr. Gene Moore, 540 Standard Street, suggested that an ordinance regulating condominiums be adopted prior to approving construction of any condominiums. Mrs. Bonnie Harrington, 1503 East Walnut Avenue, stated she agreed with Mr. Moore and would like the City to remain a single residential community. There being no further response, the Mayor declared the hearing closed. Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Rockhold, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that the Negative Declaration be certified. Motion carried. After further discussion, motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that the Declaration of Establishment of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for the project be substituted for Paragraph 11 in the Ordinance. Motion carried. City Attorney Allen then presented the ordinance with the inclusion of the aforementioned substituted Paragraph 11, adopting Precise Plan No. 1 -75, entitled. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING WITH CERTAIN CONDI- TIONS PRECISE PLAN NO. 1 -75 (MR. DANIEL KIM)., which title was read. Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, the further reading was waived. Thereafter, said ordinance was introduced by Councilman Rockhold. 2. At this time the Mayor presented certificates to Guaymas Sister City Exchange Students: Terisita Acosta, Jesus Aguilar, Carmen Martinez, Marcela Rodelo, Francisco Romero and Sergio Salazar. The Certificate for Rosio Vizcaino was given to Mr. Frank Godoy for presentation to her, since she was unable to attend the meeting. The Mayor also gave recognition to Mr. Frank Godoy, manager of the Hacienda Hotel and his staff for their assistance in this program. Presented Mr. Godoy on behalf of the people of E1 Segundo, a letter of indebtedness and thanks for a job well done. 3. The Mayor announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed for the hearing on the Seismic Safety Element of the General Plan and inquired of the City Clerk if proper notice of the hearing had been given. The Clerk replied that affidavit of publication was in the Planning - 2 - August 5, 1975 4� • 4) 1. 4 Department files. The Mayor stated that these files would be made a part of this hearing. The Mayor then inquired if any written communications had been received, to which the Clerk replied that none had been received. Planning Director Loverde reported on the mandatory requirements of the State and presented a report on the Seismic Safety and Public Safety Elements for the City of E1 Segundo prepared by Envicom Corporation. Advised that a draft Environmental Impact Report had been prepared on the Seismic Safety Element and that the Planning Commission recommended certification of this report and approval of the Seismic Safety Element of the General Plan as noted in its Resolution No. 844. The Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak. either for or in opposition to this matter. There being no response, the Mayor declared the hearing closed. After discussion, motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Stephens, that the Draft Environmental Impact Report covering the Seismic Safety Element of the General Plan be certified. Motion carried. Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that Resolution No. 2639, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE SEISMIC SAFETY ELEMENT OF THE GENERAL PLAN., 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. 4. The Mayor announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed for the hearing on the Safety Element of the General Plan and inquired of the City Clerk if proper notice of the hearing had been given. The Clerk replied that affidavit of publication was in the Planning Department files. The Mayor stated that these files would be made a part of this hearing. The Mayor then inquired if any written communications had been received, to which the Clerk replied that none had been received. Planning Director Loverde turned this portion of the meeting over to Mr. Chuck Swift and Mr. Dan Taylor of Envicom Corporation, the consultants who had prepared the Safety Element for the City. - 3 - August 5, 1975 X40.15 Mr. Chuck Swift, stated that the Safety Element had been combined in the report with the Seismic Safety Element because of their close relationship and made himself available for Council's questions. Councilman Nagel took exception to the statement that adequate response to high -rise fires requires special equipment such as helicopters. City Manager Jones asked Mr. Taylor for clarification of the Policy Recommendation pertaining to improving power and gas line inspections and new installations through coordination between Southern California Edison and Southern California Gas Company and the Fire Department. Mr. Taylor explained that the Seismic Safety and Safety Elements should be made available to these organizations for consideration in their design factors. The Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak either for or against the Safety Element of the General Plan. There being no response, the mayor declared the hearing closed. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, Seconded by Councilman Rockhold, that the Draft Environmental Impact Report covering the Safety Element of the General Plan be certified. Motion carried. - Councilman Nagel proposed that the Element be altered regarding the requirement for helicopters. Fire Chief Baron stated he did not object to the deletion of this requirement. City Attorney Allen advised that a change in the Report would require that the recommendation be submitted to the Planning Commission for comments before final approval of the resolution. Councilman Stephens stated he considered this a literary change and made a motion, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that the word, "helicopters" be removed from the paragraph entitled, "Multi -Story Buildings" and the words "automatic sprinklers" be inserted in its place. Motion carried. The City Attorney then recommended that the resolution be adopted; that the change be referred to the Planning commission; and that after the Commission approved the change, the resolution be readopted by the Council. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Stephens, that Resolution No. 2640, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE SAFETY ELEMENT OF THE GENERAL PLAN., 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. - 4 - August 5, 1975 Motion was made by Mayor Balmer, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that the aforementioned change in the text of the Public Safety Element be referred back to the Planning Commission for consideration and recommendations to the Council. Motion carried. 5. The Mayor announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed for the hearing on the Conservation Element of the General Plan and inquired of the City Clerk if proper notice of the hearing had been given. The Clerk replied that affidavit of publication was in the Planning Department files. The Mayor stated that these files would be made a part of this hearing. The Mayor then inquired if any written communications had been received, to which the Clerk replied that none had been received. Planning Director Loverde reported that the Conservation Element had been prepared by the Envicom Corporation in accordance with State Guidelines. Advised that a Draft Environmental Impact Report had been prepared and that the Planning Commission recommended certification of the report as well as approval of the Conservation Element per its Resolution No. 846. Mr. Don Taylor of Envicom Corporation responded to Council's questions. The Mayor inquired if anyone in the audience wished to speak either for or against the Conservation Element of the General Plan. Mrs. Bonnie Harrington inquired about the dumping of Hyperion wastes in the ocean. Mr. Taylor responded. Mr. Earl Smith, 717 Loma Vista Street compared El Segundo Beaches favorably with those of Coney Island. There being no further response, the Mayor declared the hearing closed. Motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that the Draft Environmental Impact Report covering the Conservation Element of the General Plan be certified. Motion carried. Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that Resolution No. 2641, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE CONSER- VATION ELEMENT OF THE GENERAL PLAN., 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 - August 5, 1975 X 46 i. 6. The Mayor announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed for the hearing on the Land Use Element of the General Plan and inquired of the City Clerk if proper notice of the hearing had been given. The Clerk replied that affidavit of publication was in the Planning Department files. The Mayor stated that these files would be made a part of this hearing. The Mayor then inquired if any written communications had been received, to which the Clerk replied that none had been received. Planning Director Loverde reported on the Land Use Element and contemplated zone changes of the area east of Sepulveda Boulevard. After discussion between Staff and Council regarding various changes in the Land Use Element report, motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Rockhold, that all the desired changes be submitted to the Planning Commission for consideration and the hearing be continued until August 19, 1975. Motion carried. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS 1. Bay -West Removal Service. 12330 Ohio Avenue, Los Angeles, application for rubbish disposal license. City Manager Jones advised Staff had investigated this matter and recommended approval. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Rockhold, that the application of Bay -West Removal Service for permit to conduct a commercial refuse collection business in the City be approved. Motion carried. 2. El Segundo Unified School District, Resolution of Intention to sell Hillcrest Site. The Council ordered this communication filed. 3. State Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, application for Person to Person, Premises to Premises transfer of On -sale General Eating Place License of the Stick & Stein Saloon, 210 East Grand Avenue. Council ordered the application filed. 4. Petition to erect a stop sign in the 1500 block of east Walnut Avenue signed by four residents in the area. This matter was referred to the Traffic Committee for investigation. Mr. Larry Harrington, 1503 East Walnut Avenue, Mrs. Joyce Correll 1501 East Walnut Avenue and Mrs. Bonnie Harrington, 1503 East Walnut Avenue spoke regarding accidents which had occurred in the area as the result of excessive speed. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES Southern California Rapid Transit District. Councilman Van Vranken spoke regarding the change in bus service through Manhattan Beach and E1 segundo and that a survey would be taken from the people who ride the bus. City Manager Jones advised that the survey would be made after September 15th. Council referred this matter to Staff for investigation. - 6 - August 5, 1975 X464- REPORTS OF OFFICERS CITY MANAGER JONES MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Presented a request from Standard Oil Company for a 3 -month extension of a permit for one trailer on the refinery grounds. Stated the trailer had been at this location since July,1974 and it was eligible for additional extensions. Mayor Balmer stated that.due to a possible conflict of interest, he did not wish to participate in the action or discussion in this matter and turned this portion of the meeting over to Mayor pro tempore Nagel. The City Manager recommended approval of the trailer permit extension. Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Rockhold, that the permit for one trailer at Standard Oil Company be extended for an additional year, subject to issuance in 3 -month increments. Motion carried. (Mayor Balmer not voting). 2. Presented a request from Teledyne Controls for a one - year's extension of a permit for one trailer located at 200 North Aviation Boulevard since August 20, 1973 and which is eligible for one additional year's extension after which a valid building permit must be on file for permanent facilities before an additional extension would be considered. Recommended approval for one year's extension. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Rockhold, that the request of Teledyne Controls be granted and the permit for one trailer be extended for one year and that Staff notify said applicant of the restrictions for further extensions. Motion carried. 3. Advised that the agreement with the State of California Personnel Board to furnish test preparation services to the City of E1 Segundo would expire on August 31, 1975. Presented an agreement to extend these services for an additional three -year period, to expire August 31, 1978. Recommended Council approval. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that that certain Cost Service Contract Agreement between the California State Personnel Board and the City of E1 Segundo for performing certain examination services for said City for a period of three years, presented to this Council on this date, be and the same is hereby approved, and after execution by each of the above -names parties, a copy of said Agreement be placed on file in the office of the City Clerk; and - 7 - August 5, 1975 �( 4 6 "I'S 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 behalf of said City and the City Clerk to attest the same. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Rockhold, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 4. Presented an amendment to the Comprehensive Employment Training Act (CETA) Title II contract with the County of Los Angeles extending the provisions for an additional 30 days, expiring July 31, 1975. Recommended approval. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, Seconded by Councilman Stephens, that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that that certain form of Amendment to Subagreement between the City of E1 Segundo and the County of Los Angeles, for a 30 -day extension of CETA Title II provisions, presented to this Council on this date, be and the same is hereby approved, and after execution by each of the above -named parties, a copy of said Amendment be placed on file in the office of the City Clerk; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor of the City of E1 Segundo be and he is hereby authorized to execute said Amendment for and on behalf of said City and the City Clerk to attest the same. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Rockhold, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 5. Stated that an Environmental Impact Report is required for the new Police Building and City Hall remodeling project and that a proposal had been received from Urban Futures, Incorporated in the amount of $1500 to prepare this EIR. Recommended approval and authorization for expenditure of said amount from funds budqeted for the Police Building and City Hall remodeling. - 8 - August 5, 1975 X4()Of9 Motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that the City Manager's recommendation be approved, that the proposal of Urban Futures, Incorporated be accepted and funds in the amount of $1500 be appropriated from the Police Building and City Hall Remodeling Account. 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 recommendation that the City's purchasing policy be revised to raise the minimum open purchasing requirements from $750.00 to $1500.00 Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken,.seconded by Councilman Nagel, that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare an ordinance changing the minimum amount permitted under open purchasing to $1500.00. Motion carried. 7. Presented a proposal for leasing with option to purchase, a bus for use in the Dial -A -Ride system for senior citizens. Councilman Van Vranken took exception to the bus being furnished with air conditioning and a tape deck. Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that bids be solicited for the lease of a bus in accordance with the prepared specifications except the requirement for a tape recorder and air conditioning. Motion carried. Mr. Earl Smith stated that a bus system for senior citizens had been tried before and was unsatisfactory; that he was opposed to spending the taxpayers' money for this project. 8. Presented the Uniform Building Codes and Staff's recommendations for amendments reflecting local conditions. Stated that a public hearing must be held for each of the Uniform Codes, after which the Council will adopt ordinances approving the Codes and the Amendments to make them applicable to the City of E1 Segundo. At this time Councilman Nagel left the Council Chamber. The City Attorney presented the ordinance adopting the Uniform Building Code entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE "UNIFORM BUILD- ING CODE, 1973 EDITION." INCLUDING THE APPENDIX THEREOF, AND THE "UNIFORM BUILDING CODE STANDARDS, 1973 EDITION;" REPEALING IN ITS ENTIRETY CHAPTER 16.04 OF, AND ADDING CHAPTER 16.04 TO THE "EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE" RELATING TO THE BUILDING CODE., which title was read. - 9 - August 5, 1975 After motion duly made and unanimously carried, further reading was waived. Thereafter, said ordinance was introduced by Councilman Van Vranken. Motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that the matter of the Uniform Building Code and Uniform Building Code Standards, 1973 Editions, be set for public hearing on September 2, 1975 and that the City Clerk be directed to give proper notice thereof. Motion carried (Councilman Nagel absent). The City Attorney presented the ordinance which would adopt the Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE "UNIFORM CODE FOR THE ABATEMENT OF DANGEROUS BUILDINGS, 1973 EDITION" AND ADDING CHAPTER 16.10 TO THE "EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE" RELATING TO THE ABATEMENT OF DANGEROUS BUILDINGS.. which title was read. At this time Councilman Nagel re- entered the Council Chamber. After motion duly made and unanimously carried, further reading was waived. Thereafter, said ordinance was introduced by Councilman Nagel. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Mayor Balmer, that the matter of the Uniform ,Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings, 1973 Edition be set for public hearing on September 16, 1975 and that the City Clerk be directed to give proper notice thereof. Motion carried. The City Attorney presented the ordinance adopting the Uniform Housing Code, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE HOUSING CODE, 1973 EDITI, CHAPTER 16.09 TO THE "EL MUNICIPAL CODE" RELATING CODE., which title was read. OF EL SEGUNDO, "UNIFORM JN" AND ADDING SEGUNDO TO THE HOUSING X 4O?1 After motion duly made and unanimously carried, further reading was waived. Thereafter, said ordinance was introduced by Councilman Nagel. Motion was made by Mayor Balmer, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that the matter of the Uniform Housing Code, 1973 Edition be set for public hearing on September 16, 1975 and that the City Clerk be directed to give proper notice thereof. Motion carried. City Attorney Allen presented the ordinance adopting the Uniform Plumbing Code; entitled: - 10 - August 5, 1975 X 4 t�'12 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE "UNIFORM PLUMB - ING CODE, 1973 EDITION" INCLUDING APPENDICES A,B,C,D,E,F, AND G THEREOF; REPEALING IN ITS ENTIRETY CHAPTER 16.12 OF, AND ADDING CHAPTER 16.12 TO, THE "EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE" RELATING TO THE PLUMBING CODE., which title was read. After motion duly made and unanimously carried, further reading was waived. Thereafter, said ordinance was introduced by Councilman Stephens. Motion was made by Mayor Balmer, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that the matter of the Uniform Plumbing Code, 1973 Edition, be set for public hearing on September 16, 1975 and that the City Clerk be directed to give proper notice thereof. Motion carried. At this time, Director of Building Safety Dalgleish announced that he would be on vacation from September 22 through October 14. Therefore, Council advised that the hearing dates for the Uniform Mechanical Code and National Electrical Code would be established at a later time. 9. Presented a resolution declaring the Council's intention to provide for the abatement of weeds, rubbish, refuse and dirt which had been established by the Fire Prevention Bureau as being a nuisance on certain properties listed therein, and giving notice of a public hearing in this matter to be held before the City Council on August 19, 1975. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that Resolution No. 2642, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA DECLARING THAT WEEDS GROWING UPON AND IN FRONT OF, AND RUBBISH, REFUSE AND DIRT UPON AND IN FRONT OF CERTAIN PRIVATE PROPERTY IN THE CITY ARE A PUBLIC NUISANCE, AND DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO PROVIDE FOR THE ABATEMENT THEREOF. 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. CITY CLERK BURROWES MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Reported that a Complaint had been received from the Reliable Tool and Engineering Company for flood water damages and that said Complaint had been referred to the insurance carrier. - 11 - August 5, 1975 X il?3 Motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that the action of the City Clerk in referring said Complaint to the insurance carrier be approved ratified and confirmed. Motion carried. 2. Reported that a Claim against the City had been received from Miss Karen Smith for vehicle damages on July,22, 1975, and that said Claim had been referred to the insurance carrier. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Rockhold, that said Claim of Karen Smith be denied and that the action of the City Clerk in referring same to the insurance carrier be approved, ratified and confirmed. Motion carried. 3. Reported that a Complaint had been received from Mrs. Anna M. Rudd for personal injuries sustained in November, 1974, and that said Complaint had been referred to the City's insurance carrier. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Rockhold, that the action of the City Clerk in referring said Complaint to the insurance carrier be approved, ratified and confirmed. Motion carried. 4. Reported that a Claim against the City had been received from James C. Salyer on behalf of his daughter Teresa Salyer for personal injuries on July 24, 1975, and that said Claim had been referred to the City's insurance carrier. Motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that said Claim of Teresa Salyer be denied and that the action of the City Clerk in referring same to the insurance carrier be approved, ratified and confirmed. Motion carried. CITY ATTORNEY ALLEN MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Presented a recommendation from the attorneys representing the City to release all claims in the matter of Ennis vs. City of E1 Segundo. Stated that he concurred with this recommendation. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Rockhold, that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that that certain form of "Release of all Claims" in the matter of Mark Ennis, etc., vs City of E1 Segundo et al., presented to the Council on this date, be and the same is hereby - approved; and and exe for the and RESOLVED, that the Mayor be he is hereby authorized to jute said "Release of all Claims" and on behalf of the City and City Clerk to attest the same; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that after execution of said Release the City Attorney be and he is hereby directed to make delivery thereof to the appropriate parties. - 12 - August 5, 1975 Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen- Nagel, Rockhold, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent Councilmen None. DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS GLICKMAN MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Presented a resolution for the Council's consideration, providing for the transfer of $22,430 from the County of Los Angeles, which is the total amount allocated to the -City for the 1975 -76 fiscal year for maintenance of streets in the City's Select System. . I Motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that Resolution No. 2643, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING AN AL- LOCATION OF COUNTY AID TO CITIES FUNDS FOR THE MAINTENANCE OF SELECT SYSTEM STREETS. 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. 2. Reported that the Library Park Sprinkler System Project No. 75 -2 had been completed in compliance with the City's approved Plans and Specifications and that Notice of Completion had been filed with the County Recorder. Presented Change Order No. 1 constituting a time extension of 18 days at no additional contract cost which was required to accom- modate the annual Arts and Crafts Festival in the Park. Recommended approval of the Change Order and acceptance of the Project in the total amount of $12,700. Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, 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 that Change Order No. 1. for the extension of 18 days to the Library Park Sprinkler System Project No. 75 -2 be approved, and that the Mayor of the City of E1 Segundo be and he is hereby authorized to execute said Change Order on behalf of the City and the City Clerk to attest the same. = *M August 5, 1975 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Library Park Sprinkler System be and it is hereby accepted as complete in accordance with Specification No. 75 -2 as of July 8, 1975 by the ABC Lawn Sprinkler Company. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Rockhold, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 3. Stated that a review committee had been formed to evaluate the proposals received for professional engineering services in regard to the design and construction of a 6- million gallon reservoir and that it was the committee's recommendation that the firm of Alderman, Swift and Lewis be retained for this purpose. Mayor Balmer stated that due to a possible conflict of interest, he did not wish to participate in the action or discussion in this matter and turned this portion of the meeting over to Mayor pro tempore Nagel. Motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that the proposal of Alderman, Swift and Lewis be accepted and that Staff be authorized to negotiate an agreement with said company for said services and present it to the Council for approval. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Rockhold, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Pro tempor a Nagel; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None; Not Voting: Mayor Balmer. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. Director of Public Works Glickman reported on further findings regarding the proposed Pedestrian -Bike Trail at the San Diego Freeway. Stated he had been advised by the County that the major portion of the maintenance would be the responsibility of the County Road Department. Further advised that no definite decision had been made in answer to his inquiry into the City being included under the County's insurance coverage or the furnishing of a hold harmless clause in the contract. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that this matter be tabled until a decision is made by the County regarding more definite responsibilities of the City of E1 Segundo. Motion carried. - 14 - August 5, 1975 c) n APPROVAL OF WARRANTS Warrant Numbers 47849 through 47976 totaling $381,415.16 and Expense Check Numbers 553 through 578, totaling $6,524.20 were read to the Council. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Stephens, that the demands be allowed and warrants ordered drawn and paid out of the respective funds covering the same. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Rockhold, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. At the hour of 10:18 o'clock p.m. the Council recessed to the Mayor's office for an executive session. At the hour of 10:25 o'clock p.m. the Council reconvened, all members being present and answering roll call. 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, the hour of adjournment being 10:30 o'clock p.m. Motion carried. APPROVED; E. L. Balmer, Mayor Respectfully submitted, Valerie A. Burrowes, City Clerk - 15 - August 5, 1975