1975 JAN 27 CC MINX 3884
El Segundo, California
January 27, 1975
An adjourned 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. The Clerk reported that a Notice of
Adjournment had been posted as required by law and that affidavit of posting
was in her file.
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;
Councilman Absent: None.
Also in attendance were the Recreation and Parks Commissioners:
Bue, Morgan, Stevens, Walsh and Chairman Lowe.
The Mayor announced that the purpose of this meeting was to meet
with the Recreation and Parks Commission to review the proposals for
additional recreation facilities.
City Manager Jones reported 'on the Master Recreation Plan, on the
past history of the Hillcrest Site and of the Mosaic Tile Property.
Recreation and Parks Director Ruis reported that subsequent to the
time the Hillcrest property had been discussed for inclusion in the Master
Plan, additional information became available regarding the cost of that
property, and the availability of the railroad property adjoining the Mosaic
Tile property became more of a reality, which greatly affected the decision
of the Commission. Stated that some progress had been made in getting the
tracks removed, making this a more desirable site. Discussed the salient
features of each site which included comparisons of cost, location, adaptability
and maintenance.
After discussion between the Council, Commission and Staff, the
Mayor inquired if anyone in the audience would like to address the Council
on this matter.
City Manager Jones reported on available funding for additional
recreational facilities.
Mr. Ben Cole, president of the Chamber of Commerce stated that
the Chamber opposed the acquisition of the Mosaic Tile property and the
adjoining Southern Pacific right of way for development into recreational
facilities on the basis that this property should be placed on the tax rolls for
the benefit of the City and the School District; that the election in August
indicated the residents did not want funds spent for additional recreational
facilities; and generally, that adequate recreational facilities are now available.
Requested that the Council consider rejecting the Recreation and Parks
Commission proposal to acquire the Mosaic Tile property and the adjoining
railroad right of way.
Mr. Robert Dein, 533 Hillcrest Street, suggested that if recreational
facilities were to ba 7 expanded for industrial developments, that a tax override
proposal be presented for their support as had been put before the residents
at the August election.
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NEW BUSINESS
Councilman Nagel made recommendations in regards to the following
legislation being considered in Sacramento:
AB -337 - This measure would limit City property tax revenue
increases. Recommended this bill be opposed.
SB -143 - This measure would increase business inventory tax
exemption. Recommended this bill be supported.
AB -494 - This measure would clarify conflicts between Proposition
9, the Waxman- Dymally and the Moscone Acts. Recommended support.
SB -47 and SB -8 - These bills would eliminate local governments
from participation in mass transit planning. Recommended these bills be
opposed.
By mutual consent, the Council opposed AB -337 and supported SB -143
and AB -494. Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded
by Mayor Balmer, that SB -47 and SB -8 be opposed. On roll call, motion
carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Rockhold and
Mayor Balmer;
Noes: Councilmen Stephens and Van Vranken;
Absent: Councilmen None.
No other business appearing to come before the Council at this
session, motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman
Van Vranken that the meeting adjourn, the hour of adjournment being 9:15
o'clock p.m. Motion carried.
APPROVED:
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Balmer, Mayor
Respectfully submitted,
Valerie— urrowes, City Clerk
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