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1975 OCT 07 CC MINx4058 El Segundo, California October 7, 1975 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, following by invocation by Father Patrick Daly of St. Anthony's Catholic Church. The meeting was then called to order by Mayor E. L. Balmer, the hour being 7:00 o'clock p.m. ROLL CALL Present: Councilmen Nagel, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Absent: Councilman Rockhold. READING OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING The minutes of the regular City Council meeting held September 16, 1975, having been read and no error or omission having been noted, it was moved by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that said minutes be approved as recorded. Motion carried. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS 1. Councilman Nagel displayed the Bicentennial Flag and Certificate of Official Recognition of El Segundo as a Bicentennial Community. Announced that the committee was attempting to accom- plish its projects with volunteers and that in conjunction with the Home Town Fair October 11, construction of the Band Stand would be commenced at Library Park. Advised that donations of time, material or money would be welcomed for this project. Mayor Balmer urged everyone to dedicate himself to keeping this country great and do what he could to keep the troubles which have beset others in the world from happening in this country. 2. The Mayor announced that this was the time and place here- tofore fixed for the hearing to consider all objections to the proposed removal of weeds, rubbish, refuse and dirt at two locations within the City, in accordance with Resolution No. 2653, and inquired of the Clerk if proper notice of the hearing had been given. The City Clerk replied that affidavits of posting notice of the hearing and service by mail were in her files. The Mayor stated that these files would become 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. Captain Richard L. Dorsey of the Fire Prevention Bureau re- ported that the property at 602 Sierra Street had been cleaned satisfactorily by the owner, and that the owner of the parcels in the 300 block of Indiana Street was in the process of cleaning the property and had asked for an extension of two weeks to accomplish this task. The Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak in this matter. There being no response, motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that the Council sustain the objection as to the property at 602 Sierra Street, reported as having been cleaned satisfact- orily, and overrule all other objections. Motion carried. Thereafter, by mutual consent of the Council this hearing was ordered to be continued for further consideration of the remaining parcel in this abatement proceeding at the Council meeting to be held October 28, 1975. X 3. The Mayor announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed for the hearing on the proposed Circulation and Trans- portation Element of the General Plan, and inquired if proper notice of the hearing had been given. The City Clerk replied that the affidavit of publishing the notice was in the Planning Department files. The Mayor stated the files would become 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 Circulation and Transportation Element of the General Plan as prepared by Urban Futures, Inc. Advised that the Environmental Impact Report had been prepared in conjunction with the Scenic Highways Element because of their close re- lationship. Stated the Planning Commission, in its Resolution No. 852, recommended adoption of this Element and further recommended certifica- tion of the Environmental Impact Report. Mr. Jim Funk of Urban Futures, Inc., reported on the preparation of this Element. The Council discussed the Report and questioned the differences between the preliminary report and the final report. Director Loverde, Mr. Funk and Mr. Bill Kunzman, Traffic Engineer of Urban Futures, Inc. responded. The Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak on this matter. Mr. Robert Dein, 204 West Walnut Avenue, stated he thought in- cluding the 1-105 Freeway in the Circulation and Transportation Element would generate airport traffic into El Segundo. There being no further response, motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that this hearing be continued until October 28, 1975 to give additional time for study of the Element; and that a Press Release be issued advising of the continued hearing and the altera- tions to the existing system which the Council will be considering at that meeting. Motion carried. At this time, Mayor Balmer introduced Mr. Robert McCaman, Deputy to County Supervisor James Hayes, who was in the audience. 4. The Mayor announced that this was the time and place here- tofore fixed for the hearing on the proposed Scenic Highway Element of the General Plan, and inquired if proper notice of the hearing had been given. The City Clerk replied that the affidavit of publishing the notice was in the Planning Department files. The Mayor stated the files would become 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 Element and that the Planning Commission, in its Resolution No. 851, recommended adoption of this Element. Mr. Jim Funk of Urban Futures, Inc. advised that the possibility of development of scenic highways in El Segundo was limited, so the Report was focused on scenic roads in the urban area and he reported on the Urban- scape Scenic Highways Element as prepared by his company. The Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak on this matter. There being no response, the Mayor declared the hearing closed. Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Nagel that the Environmental Impact Report on the Circulation and Transportation and Urbanscape Scenic Highways Elements be certified. Motion carried. -2- October 7, 1975 •` 41l:Jil Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Branken, that Resolution No. 2655, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE SCENIC HIGHWAY 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, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilman Rockhold 5. The Mayor announced that due to possible conflict of interest he did not wish to participate in the hearing on the proposed zone change No. 3 -75 of Standard Oil Property and, therefore, turned this portion of the meeting over to Mayor pro tempore Nagel. Mayor pro tempore Nagel advised that this was the time and place heretofore fixed for consideration of a proposed zone change from M -1 (Light Manufacturing) to P (Automobile Parking) at 301 West El Segundo Boulevard, and inquired of the City Clerk if proper notice of the hearing had been given. The Clerk replied that affidavits of mailing and publishing the notice were in the Planning Department files. The Mayor pro tempore stated these files would become a part of this hearing. The Mayor pro tempore then inquired if any written communication had been received, to which the Clerk replied that none had been received. Planning Director Loverde advised that subject request for zone change was considered justifiable and that the entire area would be improved with the change. Stated that the rezoning would not adversely effect the environment and, therefore, a Negative Declaration had been prepared. Advised that the Planning Commission had recommended approval in its Resolution No. 850, and further recommended that the Negative Declaration be certified by the Council. The Mayor pro tempore inquired if anyone present wished to speak in this matter. There being no reply, motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Stephens, that the public hearing be closed. Motion carried. Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that the Negative Declaration covering Zone Change No. 3 -75 be certified. Motion carried. City Attorney Allen presented the ordinance changing the zoning on the property at 301 West El Segundo Boulevard, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 20 (THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE) OF THE "EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE" BY AMENDING THE ZONING MAP REFERRED TO IN SECTION 20.16. 030 OF SAID CODE. which title was read. -3- October 7, 1975 After motion duly made and unanimously carried, further reading was waived. Thereafter, said ordinance was introduced by Councilman Van Vranken. At this time, the hour being 8:10 o'clock p.m., the Mayor declared a recess for the purpose of the Council acting as the Board of Examiners and Appeals. The following Board members responded to roll call: Trustees Nagel, Stephens, Van Vranken and Chairman Balmer. 1) The Chairman announced that the Board would hear the appeal of Mr. and Mrs. Jim Ottman regarding substandard structures at 942 Virginia treet. Mr. Jim Ottman advised that he had withdrawn his appeal, that the matter had been resolved. City Manager Jones advised that Mr. Ottman had agreed to per- form the necessary work to bring his property into compliance with City Codes and that he had obtained the proper permit for this purpose. The Chairman ordered the hearing closed and no further action taken. )(40 61 2) The Chairman announced that the Board would hear the appeal of Mr. Karl Barmore regarding substandard structures as 903 Main Street. Building Inspector Jack McElroy reported on the conditions of the garage on the property and that it had been determined the building was unsafe and should be either torn down or brought up to code. Further that it was the Building Staff's recommendation that this appeal be denied. Mr. Barmore stated the building was about 50 years old and that he did not feel present day codes should be enforced to the letter on the old structures. City Manager Jones stated that it may not be necessary to bring the building up to current -day codes; however, it appears there are parts of the building which render it dangerous and a building permit would be required to correct these conditions. After discussion, Chairman Balmer requested that the Building Department Staff meet with Mr. Barmore to find out what work would be necessary to bring the building up to a safe condition. Thereafter, motion was made by Trustee Nagel, seconded by Trustee Van Vranken, that this hearing be continued until October 28, 1975. Motion carried. No further business to be heard before the Board of Examiners and Appeals, motion was made by Trustee Van Vranken, seconded by Trustee Nagel that the meeting adjourn. Motion carried. At the hour of 9:00 o'clock p.m., the Council reconvened, the following members being present and answering roll call: Nagel, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS 1. League of California Cities, request to designate a voting representative Ed an alternate for tFe annual League Conference to be held in San Francisco on October 19 through 22, 1975. Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Stephens, that Councilman Nagel be appointed as the official voting delegate from El Segundo and Mayor Balmer as his alternate, and that the City Clerk be directed to submit this information to the League. Motion carried. -4- October 7, 1975 X ` 2. State Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, applica- tion for person to person transfer o - ale Beer an fne, �i Soon Um, 7 -11 Food Store at 200 East Imperial Avenue. There being no objections the Council ordered the application filed. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES 1. Councilman Nagel reported on various bills that Governor Brown had vetoed, one of which was AB -700 which El Segundo and many other cities in the League had opposed. Advised that SB -1 had been signed into law and would affect the conduct of public meetings and would preclude holding executive sessions for certain purposes. 2. Park Develo ment Committee. Councilman Van Vranken announced that t e first public meet1Fg_­T3u_M be held October 8 at 7:00 p.m. which meeting would be devoted to testimony from the public regard- ing the development of the property for recreational purposes at 438 Sheldon Street. Urged interested residents to participate in this meeting or the meeting to be held the second Wednesday in November. 3. South Bay Cities Association. Councilman Van Vranken re- ported on a special committee beingTormeU to investigate the formation of a new South Bay County. Stated that no action was advocated, just the steps necessary if such action is desired. Invited representatives from the cities to make their views known. Recommended the Council consider this matter and decide what position it will take prior to the November meeting of the South Bay Cities Association. Mayor Balmer suggested that Council discuss the pros and cons of forming a new county for the South Bay area at the November 4, 1975 Council meeting. REPORTS OF OFFICERS CITY MANAGER JONES MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Presented a request from Rockwell International for a one - year's extension of its temporary trailer permit for four office trailers at 2250 East Mariposa Avenue. Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Council- man Nagel, that the trailer permit for Rockwell International be extended for an additional year, to expire October 5, 1976. Motion carried. 2. Presented the tabulation of bids for one portable two -way radio to be used by the Fire Department for emergency communications, which bids were as follows: Name Motorola Communication & Electronic Co., Inc. RCA/Mobile Communication Systems General Electric Company Recommended acceptance of the low bid. Amount of Bid $ 665.42 $ 981.83 $ 1,172.36 Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that the low bid of Motorola Communication & Elec- tronic Company, Inc. be accepted and that purchase order in the amount of $665.42 be issued to said company. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilman Rockhold. -5- October 7, 1975 x4063 3. Presented the tabulation of bids for one Police Motorcycle, which bids were as follows: Name Amount of Bid Kawasaki Motors Corp. USA $ 3,.067.00 Less Trade -in 750.00 ,31 Harley Davidson of Inglewood $ 2,962. 70 Less Trade -in No Bid Advised that the bid of Harley Davidson did not meet specifications. Recommended acceptance of the bid of Kawaski Motors. Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Council- man Nagel, that the bid of Harley Davidson of Inglewood be rejected as not meeting specifications; that the low bid of Kawaski Motors Corporation, U. S. A. , be accepted as the lowest responsible bid and that purchase order in the amount of $2, 317. 00 be issued to said company. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilman Rockhold 4. Presented the tabulation of bids for one truck mounted valve operator, which bids were as follows: Name Western Water Works Supply Co. Installation Charge E. H. Wachs Company Installation Charge Amount of Bid $ 3,485.55 717.00 $ 3, 522.65 No bid Advised that this was a specialized type of installation that could not be accomplished by City crews. Recommended acceptance of the low bid of Western Water Works Supply Company. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that the low bid of Western Water Works Supply Company be accepted and that purchase order in the amount of $4, 202. 55 be issued to said company. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilman Rockhold. 5. Recreation and Parks Director Ruis displayed a sketch of the proposed beautification plan for the Imperial Strip and described the plantings and maintenance plans for the area. Mayor Balmer suggested that the plan be approved without the walk ways, that work proceed as far as the funds in the budget would carry it, and then postpone the work until the next year. Councilman Stephens suggested a redesign of the improvements to meet the present budget. Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that the general concept of the beautification plan as presented be approved with the exception of the walk ways. Motion carried by the following vote: -6- October 7, 1975 X 4064 Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilman Stephens; Absent: Councilman Rockhold. Mr. Tom Joll 352 Loma Vista Street, stated it appeared the plan would cause a po icuig problem. Councilman Nagel advised that it was intended as a visual park, not a walking park. 6. Advised that a bid had been received from Kemiko, Inc. for resurfacing five tennis courts at Recreation Park in total amount of $4, 750.00. Further advised that this company was the sole supplier of the type of material compatible with the present surface of the courts. Recommended that normal bidding procedures be waived and that authoriza- tion be given for Kemiko, Inc. to resurface the tennis courts. Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that normal bidding procedures be waived and that the proposal from Kemiko, Inc. bL- accepted in total amount of $4, 750. 00 for resurfacing five tennis courts and that purchase order be issued to said company in said amount. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilman Rockhold. 7. Presented an ordinance making revisions and corrections to sections of the Municipal Code relating to business regulations and licensing. Director of Finance Weber explained the various revisions. City Attorney Allen presented the ordinance, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 5.04. 140, 5.04. 160, 5.04. 200 and 5.04. 220 AND DELETING SECTION 5.08. 500 OF THE "EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE" RELATING TO BUSINESS REGULATIONS AND LICENSING. which title was read. Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, the further reading was waived. Thereafter, said ordinance was introduced by Council- man Nagel. 8. Presented a Joint Powers Agreement between seven cities establishing the South Bay Regional Communications Authority. Advised that at the present time, El Segundo is administering the program and this agreement would establish a governing Board for this purpose comprised of Councilmen from each of the cities. Also advised that an Advisory Committee would be formed composed of City Managers or designated repre- sentatives from each of the cities to advise the Governing Board. Recom- mended approval. Councilman Van Vranken questioned the formula for the funding and stated that some provision should be made to prevent any one city from being assessed more than its fair share. After discussion, motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that consideration be given to changing the By Laws to freeze the funding for the first five years of the agreement, unless there is unanimous consent of the Governing Board to change the policy - granting each city veto power. Motion carried. -7- October 7, 1975 X 4065 City Manager Jones stated he would present this to the Advisory Committee for consideration before submitting the By Laws to the cities for approval. Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that that certain Joint Powers Agreement between the cities of El Segundo, Gardena, Hawthorne, Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, Palos Verdes Estates and Redondo Beach, establishing the South Bay Regional Communications Authority, presented to this Council on this date, be and the same is hereby approved, and after execution by each of the above -named cities, a copy of said Agreement 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 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, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilman Rockhold. 9. Presented an agreement with Motorola, Inc. , to act as a total system contractor for a Portable Digital Access Transeiver System for use in the South Bay Communications Project. Recommended approval. Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that that certain form of Agreement between Motorola, Inc., and the City of El Segundo on behalf of the South Bay Regional Communications Committee for a Portable Digital Access Transeiver System (P -DAT), 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 Agreement 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 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, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilman Rockhold. 10. Presented an Amendment to the CETA Title VI contract pro- viding for time extension to March 31, 1976, the merging of Title H pro- visions with Title VI and assigning to the City the administration of funds for all the School District CETA employees. Advised that because of a time element, the preliminary Amendment had been submitted over the signature of Mr. Glickman as acting City Manager to indicate the City's willingness to continue in the program, contingent upon final approval by the Council. -8- October 7, 1975 X 4066 Recommended approval of this amendment. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED that that certain Amend- ment to the Comprehensive Employment and Training Act (CETA) Title VI agreement be- tween the County of Los Angeles and the City of E1 Segundo, 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 action of submitting the Amendment by the Acting City Manager is hereby approved; 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, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilman Rockhold. 11. Advised that the architects for the new police facility and the remodeling of the City Hall had nearly fifty percent of the working drawings completed and wished to establish a date convenient to the Council for review of the plans and to establish guidelines before completion of the drawings. Council mutually agreed to meet October 13, 1975 at 5:00 o'clock p.m., in the Council Chamber for this purpose. At the hour of 10 :10 0' c loc k p. m. , the Mayor dec fared a 5 - minute recess. At the hour of 10:15 o'clock p. m. , the Council reconvened, the following members answering roll call: Balmer, Nagel, Stephens and Van Vranken. CITY CLERK BURROWES MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Presented a claim against the City from Mr. Abram Lazarus for vehicle damage on July 2, 1975 and advised that said claim had been referred to the City's insurance carrier. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that said claim be rejected 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 resolution incorporating in the Administrative Code changes which had been previously approved in interim resolutions, including the Library salary resolution. Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Coun- cilman Nagel, that Resolution No. 2656, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA AMENDING CHAPTER 1A1 (ELECTIVE AND APPOINTIVE OFFICERS), 1A4 (FIRE SAFETY SERVICE SERIES), AND 1A6 (GENERAL RULES) OF TITLE lA OF THE EL SEGUNDO ADMINIS- TRATIVE CODE., which was read, be adopted. -9- October 7, 1975 X 406 7 On roll call, said motion and said resolution was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilman Rockhold. 2. Presented a resolution acknowledging the Teamsters Local 911 as representing the Firemen's Association and recognizing them as an El Segundo Employee Association. Motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that Resolution No. 2657, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, ACKNOWL- EDGING THAT THE EL SEGUNDO FIREMEN'S ASSOCIATION, A UNIT OF CALIFORNIA TEAM- STERS PUBLIC, PROFESSIONAL AND MEDICAL EMPLOYEES UNION, LOCAL 911, IS A RECOG- NIZED EMPLOYEE ASSOCIATION., which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried and said resolution was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilman Rockhold. 3. Reported that the Western Liquid Asphalt Cases had been settled, and a check in the amount of $1, 486. 43 had been received from the Attorney General's Office representing El Segundo's share in this matter. 4. Presented a Quitclaim Deed releasing a certain easement for pole lines and incidental purposes, generally located at 121 West Walnut Avenue and addresses in the 900 Block of Cedar Street. Stated that the Director of Public Works had advised the easement was no longer required by the City. Motion was made by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that the following resolution be adopted: WHEREAS, the Pole line easement insofar as it pertains to and affects the following described real property located in the City of El Segundo, County of Los Angeles, State of California, to wit: Lot 13, Block 105 in El Segundo Tract, in the City of El Segundo, as per map recorded in book 20, page 22 of maps in the office of the County Recorder of said County. is no longer needed; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that an undivided 1/3 interest in said easement be quitclaimed to Christina Thompson, Virginia Gayer and Margaret Potter, and that the Mayor and City Clerk of the City of El Segundo be and they are hereby authorized and instructed to execute said quitclaim deed for said easement from the City of El Segundo. -10- October 7, 1975 X .4068 Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilman Rockhold. 5. Presented a draft ordinance amending the Municipal Code relative to Residential Building Records procedures. After Council discussion of the draft ordinance regarding word- ing and intent, Staff was directed to change the title of the Report to, "Residential Building Report" and reword the paragraphs pertaining to any nonconformities to more specific terms as applied to this ordinance. Mr. Tom Joll stated that he was one of the first buyers to get caught in t e report requirements and was compelled to seek legal assistance to recover his down payment. After further discussion, Council directed Staff to revise the ordinance and present it to the Council for adoption at a later date. 6. Presented a resolution granting a Conditional Permit to Santa Monica Cab Company, Inc., to operate a taxicab business in the City under the name El Segundo Checker Cab. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that Resolution No. 2658, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, GRANTING A CONDITIONAL PERMIT TO SANTA MONICA CAB COMPANY, INC., dba EL SE GUNDO CHECKER CAB., which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried and said resolution was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilman Rockhold. 7. Presented an agreement with Larry Duncan for furnishing tow service and vehicle storage for the City. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that that certain form of Agreement for furnishing Tow Service and Vehicle Storage between the City of El Segundo and Larry Duncan dba Larry's 24 Hr. Towing, presented to this Council on this date, be and the same is hereby approved, and after execu- tion by each of the above -named parties, a copy of said Agreement be placed on file in the office of the City Clerk; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor of the City of El 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: -11- October 7, 1975 X 4069 Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilman Rockhold. DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS GLICKMAN MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Reported that bids had been received for Sanitation Project No. 73 -10 for modifications to Sewer Plant No. 2, abandonment of Sewer Plant No. 3, and construction of sewer mains in Franklin Avenue and in Standard Street, which bids were as follows: Recommended acceptance of the low bid of Pascal and Ludwig. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that the following resolution be adopted: WHEREAS, the City of El Segundo, California, duly advertised for bids for Modifica- tion to Sewer Plant No. 2 and construction of sewer mains in accordance with Specification No. 73 -10; and WHEREAS, said bids were received by said City Council on September 29, 1975; and WHEREAS, the Director of Public Works found that the bid of Pascal and Ludwig, in total amount of $241, 940.00 was the lowest respons- ible bid; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, that the bid of Pascal and Ludwig, the lowest responsible bid, be accepted; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor of said City be and he is hereby authorized and instructed to execute the contract herein awarded for and on behalf of the City and in its name and the City Clerk to attest the same, affix the seal and make delivery thereof in due course; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all bids received, except the bid of Pascal and Ludwig, are hereby rejected and the City Clerk is hereby authorized and instructed to return the bid bonds of all unsuccessful bidders. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilman Rockhold. -12- October 7, 1975 Alternate Name Amount for tunneling Pascal and Ludwig $ 241, 940. Merco Construction $244,594. V. W. Contracting $246,043. W. J. Lewis Corp. $ 250, 880. Tomovich - Delorme $ 257, 940. Bubalo Construction $267,597. Ace Pipeline $268,170. Guho Corporation $ 320, 333. Recommended acceptance of the low bid of Pascal and Ludwig. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that the following resolution be adopted: WHEREAS, the City of El Segundo, California, duly advertised for bids for Modifica- tion to Sewer Plant No. 2 and construction of sewer mains in accordance with Specification No. 73 -10; and WHEREAS, said bids were received by said City Council on September 29, 1975; and WHEREAS, the Director of Public Works found that the bid of Pascal and Ludwig, in total amount of $241, 940.00 was the lowest respons- ible bid; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, that the bid of Pascal and Ludwig, the lowest responsible bid, be accepted; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor of said City be and he is hereby authorized and instructed to execute the contract herein awarded for and on behalf of the City and in its name and the City Clerk to attest the same, affix the seal and make delivery thereof in due course; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all bids received, except the bid of Pascal and Ludwig, are hereby rejected and the City Clerk is hereby authorized and instructed to return the bid bonds of all unsuccessful bidders. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Stephens, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilman Rockhold. -12- October 7, 1975 -- X g 0 70 RATIFICATION AND APPROVAL OF WARRANTS Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that Warrant Numbers 48403 through 48673 and Expense Check Numba^s 633 through 653 totaling $474,278.71, drawn in payment of demands, a list of which had been presented to the Council as Demand Register Summary Nos. 7 and 8 and Expense Check Register No. 6, certified by the Director of Finance as conforming to the Budget approved by Ordinance No. 874, be ratified and approved. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Stephens Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilman Rockhold. No other business appearing to come before the Council at this session, motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that the meeting adjourn until Monday, October 13, 1975 at the hour of 5:00 o'clock p.m., in the Council Chamber of the City Hall of the City of El Segundo, the hour of adjournment of this meeting being 10:45 o' clock p.m. Motion carried. APPROVED: e-d 13 ate► Balmer, Mayor Respectfully submitted, Valerie A. Burrowes, City Clerk -13- October 7, 1975