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1976 DEC 07 CC MIN - 10X 4 340 E1 Segundo, California December 7, 1976 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 Pastor Eyrich Hansen of St. John's Lutheran Church. The meeting was then called to order by Mayor E. L. Balmer, the hour being 7:00 o'clock p.m. ROLL CAL L Present: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Absent: Councilmen None. READING OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING The minutes of the adjourned regular City Council meeting held November 15, 1976, having been read and no error or omission having been noted, it was moved by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded -by Councilman 'Nagel, that the minutes of said meeting be approved as recorded. Motion carried. At this time the Mayor requested that Mr. Don Frischer of Frischer and Associates continue the discussion of the proposed plan for the I -105 Freeway. After discussion by the Council, it was the general opinion of the Council that the latest design would be inadequate as well as u►isafe and that the Council did not approve the plan. Councilmen Bue and Rockhold indicated they would attend the meeting to be held on December 10. 1976. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINASS 1. The Mayor announced that this was the time and place hereto - fore fixed for the - ontinued hearing on a proposed amendment to Title 20 of the Municipal Code relating to changes in the Commercia! - Manufacturing (C -M) zone and inquired of the Clerk if any written communications had been received, to which the Clerk replied that none had been received. Planning Director Loverde advised that the Planning CommissiDn had reviewed the proposed changes to the C -M zoning and concurred with the Council's ceL.:oniinendations made at its November 15 meeting. Fu ^thel- adi,rised 'hat the ordinance had been rewritten to include a definition of open spa -e as l `,) clarify the inconsistency regarding open space lancj -; ^ap- ing. The Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak either in favor of or in opposition to this matter. There being no response, the Mayor ordered the hearing closed. Planning Commissioner Young explained the Comini -35ion's action in regard to height limitations in the C -M zones. Motion was madc� by Councilman '_Nagel, seconded by Councilman Rockhold, that the amendments to the C -M zone, as hereinbefore discussed, be appruved. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold, and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilman Van Vranken; Absent: Councilmen None. X 4341 Thereafter, acting City Attorney Lennard presented the ordinance amending Title 20 of the Municipal Code pertaining to Commercial Manufacturing zones, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE "EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE" BY AMENDING TITLE 20 (THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE) OF SAID CODE BY AMENDING CHAPTER 20..36 RELATING TO THE COMMERCIAL MANUFACTURING ZONE., which title was read. Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, the further reading was waived. Thereafter, said ordinance was introduced by Councilman Nagel. Councilman Nagel suggested that the Planning Commission review the height requirements and that the Council be notified when the matter would be placed on the, Planning Commission agenda. Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Rockhold, that when the Planning Commission reviews the areas to be rezoned as the result of this amendment, that considera- tion be given to the area bounded by Standard Street, Franklin Avenue, Main Street and El Segundo Boulevard. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilman Van Vranken; Absent: Councilmen None. 2. The Mayor announced that this was the time and place here- tofore fixed for the continued hearing on the proposed zone change No. 1 -76 of the Hillcrest Property, and inquired of the City Clerk if any written communications had been received, to which she replied that none had been received. Planning Director Loverde advised that the rezoning of this parcel of land from R -2 to R -1 had been postponed pending action by the Coastal Commission and it had now been determined that after January 1, 1977 the property would no longer be within the coastal permit zone. Stated that the parcel was still in escrow and, therefore, requested that the hearing be further continued until January 4, 1977. Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that the hearing on proposed zone change of the Hillcrest Property be continued until the regular City Council meeting to be held January 4, 1977. Motion carried. 3. The Mayor announced that this was the time and place here- tofore fixed for the hearing on the proposed Conflict of Interest Code for the Planning Commission and inquired of the City Clerk if proper notice of this hearing had been given. The Clerk replied that affidavits of pub- lications and posting the notice were in the City Clerk's file. The Mayor stated the files would become a part of this hearing. The Mayor inquired if any written communications had been received, to which the Clerk replied that none had been received. Acting City Attorney Lennard advised that a resolution had been prepared adopting the Commission's Conflict of Interest Code. Mayor Balmer inquired if anyone present wished to speak regard- ing this Conflict of Interest Code. There being no response, motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that the hearing be closed. -2- December 7, 1976 X434 Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that Resolution No. 2728, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO., CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST..r'ODE OF THE PLANNING COMMISSIO.N..OF_T,.HE.CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA., i - which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried and said Resolution No. 2728 was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 4. City Manager Jones presented a request from the Santa Monica Cab Company for an increase in taxi rates and recommended approval. Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that Resolution No. 2729, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 2658 (SANTA MONICA CAB COMPANY dba EL SEGUNDO CHECKER CAB CONDITIONAL PERMIT)., which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried and said Resolution No. 2729 was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen -Bue, Nagel, Rockhold, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 5. Director of Public Works Glidkman stated =that the firm of Alderman, Swift and-Lewis had prepared Preliminary plans for the expan- sion of Recreation Park. Mr. Lewis -presented the proposed plans, stating that the improvement of Pine Avenue and the�park ng lot adjacent to tlie Joslyn Center would be completed prior to the closing of Sheldon Street. Requested approval of the Council of the proposed plan prior to moving forward on the design. The Council suggested that one water fountain be deleted and that only one ramp and one set of stairs at the entrance of Joslyn Center be provided. Mr. Lewis advised it was estimated that Environmental Hearings would be completed within two months, after which the proceedings for the vacation of Sheldon Street could commence. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS 1. State Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, application for On -sale Beer and Wine, Public Premises License froi7lthe Vapor Trails, 206 -1/2 East Imperial Avenue. There being no objections, the application was ordered filed. 2. State Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, application for On -sale Beer and Wine, Pu is Premises License fro-m-7-Me Patio, 115 Richmond Street. There being no objections, the application was ordered filed. -3- December 7, 1976 X 43 43 3. City of Carson, resolution protesting the practice or the Sta,.e Department =or"VT hic`Tes selling names and addresses of citizens. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Bue, that Resolution No. 2730, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO PROTEST 7NG THE Pti,AC,, - TICE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES OF SELLING 'rHE NAMES AND ADDRESSES OF CITIZENS UPON REQUEST TO ANY INDIVIDUAL OR COMPANY SO REQUESTING AND URGING REPEAL OF THE LAW AUTHORIZING THIS PRACTICE., which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said .motion carried and said Resolution No. 2730 was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. REPORTS OF CC)NIN17"I'TEES 1. Resources�A _enc of California. Councilman Nagel reported on proposad gut E: Ines for mociffying regu atlons pertaining to Environmen- tal Impact Reports. Asked staff to analyze the report acid rasp ,rid. Stai ­J the major change shortens the procedures for preparing EIR I e. 2. League of Cal Upraia Cities. Councilman Nagel reported that the League had instigated a County "Service Area nM�)ly,r�al �7d it wr ap it iN taking action regarding establishing County Service areas. Stated that AB1249 aLlows action by cities to establish a County Service Area and the League adopted a resolution to work in this direction. Advidod thhat 'he. League adopted a description of Service Area as any service not offered uniformly throughout the county. Outlined tho procedures and schedules for processing applications. 3. National League of Cities. Counoilmaa Nagel advised ho had attended the ; riu il'con erence n enver. As a member of the Steering Committee of the Environmental Quality Committee, stated he was able to have inserted in the policy of the Environmcttal Quality Committee, regulations relative to waste disposal from the sewago disposal plant, which ho read. Also reported on change® in the Noise policy. 4. South Bax Corridor Study Sivoriag Committee. Miiy,-)r Baifnf4ra stated he had attended e last meeting at which e consultant report on what was being accomplished, .reported on rapid transit service in the area. REPORTS OF OFFICERS CITY MANAGER JONES MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Advised that the escrow instruct ions -)veri1g l.he purchase of Southern Pacific Railroad right of way adjacent to Recreation Park had been approved by `nio Council on October 22, 1976 and the property description had now been completed. Requested approval of the escrow instructions and authority to issue a check in the amount of $300, 000 to Title Insurariiie and Trust Company for transfer of said property to the C ity. After discussion, motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, secoiido.a I)y Courinilman 3ue, that the following resolution be adopted: -4- December 7, 1976 X4344 RESOLVED, that-those! ! certain Escrow Instructions which provide for the City to acquire the real property situated,in the State of California, County of Los Angeles, City of El Segundo, described as fdlkwsv PARCE L A: All that portion of . T:ot A':1 7act 21.11, in tFe -City of E1 Segundo, County of Los Angeles, State of California, as per map recorded in Book 22 Page 141 of Maps, in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, excepting that ,,ppoortion. of. said Lot A described in final degree of concTemnatiori, City of E1 Segundo vs. Pacific Electric Railway Company No. Ingl. C -1168, recorded September 13, 1956 as Instrument No. 4462 in Book 52327, Pages 446 to 449 of Official Records of Los Angeles County. PARCEL B: Parcels' 3 and 4 inclusive, in the City of egun o, County of Los Angeles, State of California, as shown on Parcel Map 6728, filed in Book 73 Page 85 of Parcel Maps, in the office of the County Recorder of said county; presented to the City Council at this meeting, be placed on file in the office of the City Clerk and as so on file is hereby approved and the City Manager is authorized to execute said instructions; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City Manager is hereby authorized to deliver the Escrow Instructions into the Escrow; and BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that the City Treasurer and the DirecWr of _ Finance be and they .are be'reby author',i ed and directed to make, issue and draw a, warrant in favor of the Title Insurance and Tr4pt Company in the sum of $ 300, 000. 00 for delivery to the Southern Pacific Transportation Coxgpa, wh the deed is recorded eo.rnveying the.'het'lpb'efore ip-, cribed property to Ithe City of Ei Segun ip. r. )T, . Motion carried by the following vote: p 'ri. Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rdckhold, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 2. Stated there was a duplication of uniform allowance benefits for newly appointed police officer trainees.: Presented an addendum to the Police Memorandum of Understanding providing for standard uniform allowance upon successful completion of academy training and subsequent advancement from trainee to police officer. Recommended approval. Motion was made by Councilman Rockhold, seconded by Council- man Nagel, that the City Manager's r-ecommerndation be approved, and that Resolution No. 2731, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF El, SEGUNDO,CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 1A5 (POLICE SAFETY SERVICE SERIES) OF TITLE lA OF THE EL SEGUNDO ADMPNISi°RA- TIVE CODE., which was read, be adopted. -5- December 7, 1976 .44 +T X 43 45 On roll call, said motion carried and said Resolution No. 2731 was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 3. Reported that El Segundo may be eligible for funds under the Public Works Employment Act of 1976, Title II. Advised that this money is allocated on the basis of the unemployment rate in Los Angeles County and that El Segundo could receive approximately $75, 000 for basic government services. A Statement of Assurances would need to be completed in order to qualify for the funds. After discussion, motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Rockhold, that no action be taken to enter into this program. On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Rockhold, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilman Bue; Absent: Councilmen" None. 4. Reported that under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, funds are available for activities relating to community devel- opment. Advised that application for such funds would require stipulation of how the money would be used and that at least one public hearing must be held. Stated the funds could be used for projects such as implementing a program of loans or grants for repairs or improvements to housing for senior citizens and handicapped persons, and replacement of curbs with curb ramps in the downtown areas, as mandated by the State of California. Mr. Sesto Chiar. ello, Depa-t ment of Community Development, explained the program and t a requirements of the agreement with the County of Los Angeles. Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that staff be instructed to prepare the necessary application for funding under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 and that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that that certain form of Corporation Agreement between the City of El Segundo and the County of Los Angeles for assistance in Community Development under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 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 Corporation Agreement be placed on file in the office of the City Clerk; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVEI), that the Mnvor of the City of E1 Segundo be and he is hereby authorized to execute said Agree- ment for and on behalf of said city and the City Clerk to attest the same. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen Nagel and Rockhold; Absent: Councilmen None. ,G -6- December 7, 1976 X434to At the hour of 9:25 o'clock p.m. , the Mayor declared a short recess. At the hour of 9:35 o'clock p.m. , the Council reconvened, all members being present and answering roll call. 5. Presented an Amendment to: Agreement for the Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program with the Department of California Highway Patrol which increases the rates for each abandoned vehicle to $40, 00 and establishes the total amount of the agreement as not to exceed $2, 000. Recommended approval. Motion was made by Councilman-.,Bue, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that Resolution No. 2732, entitled. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, CALLING FOR A CONTRACT WITH THE CALIFORNIA HIGH- WAY PATROL FOR ABANDONED VEHICLE ABATE- MENT PARTICIPATION., which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried and said resolution was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 6. Advised that the C-0-Two Fire Equipment Company of California had been selected by the South Bay Regional Public Communica- tions Authority as the contractor for fire protection system at the vaults located at Punta Place in Palos Verdes Estates. Presented a contract between said company and the City of E1 Segundo for Council 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 the C -O -Two Fire: Equipment Company of California and the" City of EVSegundo on behalf of the South Bay Regional Public :Communi- cations Authority, for a fire protection system, pre- sented 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 y.' BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor of the City of E 1 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 Bue, Nagel, Rockhold, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 7. Advised that Fred A. Walsh, Inc., had satisfactorily com- pleted the remodeling of the Regional Communications Center in Redondo Beach and Notice of Completion had been filed with the County Recorder. Recommended acceptance of the work under this contract. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Bue, that the following resolution be adopted: -7- December 7, 1976 X4347 RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of E1 Segundo concurs in the recommendation of the South Bay Regional Public Communications Authority and that the construction work performed by Fred A. Walsh, Inc., at the Redondo Beach Police Facility build- ing be accepted as complete as of November 24, 1976. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 8. Director of Recreation and Parks Ruis presented Phase I of a proposed landscaping plan for the civic center. Presented photo- graphs and cost estimates. Requested Council's concurrence in the choice of landscaping materials. The Council mutually concurred with the Director of Recreation and Parks recommendations. 9. Presented Change Order No. 1 to the contract with Tele -Com Sound Systems, Inc. , for a floor -based cabinet to house electronic equip- ment for the jailer in the Police Department in lieu of the original desk- top cabinet in the Civic Center Improvements Plan, in total amount of $99. 00. Recommended approval. Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that Change Order No. 1 to the contract with Tele -Com Sound Systems, Inc., in total amount of $99. 00 be approved and the Mayor be authorized to sign said Change Order on behalf of the City of E1 Segundo and the City Clerk to attest the same. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 10. Presented Change Order No. 1 to the contract with Fidelity Sound Systems, Inc. , for changes in the public address system for the Council Chamber and City Hall, in the total amount of $375. 00. Recom- mended approval. Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Bue, that Change Order No. 1 to the contract with Fidelity Sound Systems, Inc., in the amount of $375. 00 be approved and the Mayor be authorized to sign said Change Order on behalf of the City of E1 Segundo and the City Clerk to attest the same. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 11. Presented Change Order No. 1 to the contract with ITT Communications Equipment and Systems Division for various changes to the Civic Center telephone system in the total net amount of $246. 75. Recommended approval. Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Bue, that Change Order No. 1 to the contract with ITT, in the amount of $246. 75 be approved and the Mayor be authorized to sign said Change Order on behalf of the City of E1 Segundo and the City Clerk to attest the same. -8- December 7, 1976 _ X4349 Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue,- Nagel, Rockhold, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen- None; Absent: Councilmen None. 12. Presented the annual Audit-'Report from Cotton and Francisco for the fiscal year 1975 -76. Recommended approval. Motion was made by Councilman .1tagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that the Audit Report preii &red by Cotton and Francisco covering fiscal year 1975 -76 be approved. Motion carried. 13. Presented a revision to the Municipal Code pertaining to handbills which would permit distribution of commercial handbills through means of securing them to the door knob. Stated the revision did not change the Code requirements covering distribution of newspapers, politi- cal or religious handbills. The Acting City Attorney Lennard presented the ordinance amending the Municipal Code relating to handbills, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 9.24 OF THE "EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE" WHICH SAID CHAPTER RELATES TO HANDBILLS., which title was read. Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, the further reading was waived. Thereafter, said ordinance was introduced by Councilman Van Vranken. 14. Presented the tabulation of bids No. 76 -16 for Civic Center furnishings. Advised that four of the six vendors that bid on Items A, .B, C and D, specified all or nothing, which- is reflected iri the following recommendation: Name United Business Interiors Huntington Desk Co. James Hill & Co., Inc. Sanders Office Supply Photo & Sound Leonards TV & Appliance Gray's Draperies, Inc. Item No. A, B,C,D F- &G ,,..- K, L & M H N Plus 376 Storage Fee Plus 576 Adjustment Fund on items A, B, C, D, F, G & I Amount of Bid r: $ 4.6 i,9 gj..95 $ 2, 020.36 $ 2; 685. 09 $ -7,,--76- -1. 25 $ 223.66 $',' 559.68 $ 9,314.00 $69,528.99 $ 2,073.45 $ 3,455.75 Total $75,058. 19 Advised that the above recommendation is $45, 000 over funds budgeted for these items. Recommended appropriation of additional funds from the General Fund Reserve. Further advised that bids were received for refinishing furniture from three vendors and it was staff's recommendation that these bids be rejected on the basis of being inade- quate and that authorization be given to rebid this item. Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that $45, 000 be appropriated from the Unappropriated Reserves of the General Fund. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. -9- December 7, 1976 -- -X4349 Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Bue, that the City Manager's recommendations be approved, that purchase orders be issued to vendors in the amounts indicated in the City Manager's recommendation, that the aggregate shall not exceed $75, 058. 19 including sales tax for said furnishings, that the bids for refinishing furniture from Commercial Interior Service, Dowd & Koster, Inc., and Kenneth Johnson Company, Inc., be rejected as being insufficient, and that the refinishing of furniture be resubmitted for bid at a later date. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 15. Presented the tabulation of bids for 25 concrete trash recept- acles for use in various outdoor areas in the city, which bids were as follows: Name Amount of Bid Contempocast, Inc. $ 3,570.35 Marchetti Park & Recreation Products, Inc. $ 4,902.50 Recommended acceptance of the low bid. Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that the bid of Contempocast, Inc., in the amount of $3, 570. 35 including sales tax and delivery charge,, be accepted, and that purchase order be issued in said amount to said company. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 16. Presented the tabulation of bids for the city's annual require- ments of asphalt mix and bitumuls, which bids were as follows: Recommended acceptance of the bid from Industrial Asphalt for Items A and B and from Vernon Asphalt Company for Item C. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Rockhold, that the bid of Industrial Asphalt for Items A and B be accepted, that the bid of Vernon Asphalt Company for Item C be accepted and that purchase orders be issued to said companies for said items as required. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. ACTING CITY ATTORNEY LENNARD MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Advised that pursuant to law and the authority and direction of the City Council's Resolution No. 2711, the Registrar- Recorder of the -10- December 7, 1976 Amount of Bid Item A Item B Item Approx. Approx. Approx. 300 tons 1000 tons 5000 gals A sphalt A sphalt Bitumuls Name Mix Mix Industrial Asphalt $10. 50 /ton $10. 50 /ton $ . 80 gal. Blue Diamond Materials $11. 25 /ton $10. 60 /ton $ . 80 gal. Vernon Asphalt Company $10. 75 /ton $10. 75 /ton $ . 6 5 gal. Recommended acceptance of the bid from Industrial Asphalt for Items A and B and from Vernon Asphalt Company for Item C. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Rockhold, that the bid of Industrial Asphalt for Items A and B be accepted, that the bid of Vernon Asphalt Company for Item C be accepted and that purchase orders be issued to said companies for said items as required. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. ACTING CITY ATTORNEY LENNARD MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Advised that pursuant to law and the authority and direction of the City Council's Resolution No. 2711, the Registrar- Recorder of the -10- December 7, 1976 X43SO County of Los Angeles had completed the canvass of the Special Municipal Election which had been consolidated with the General Election held November 2, 1976, and presented the Council with the Certificate of Canvass. Stated that the whole number of votes cast in E1 Segundo for this election was 6, 252 and that the voted 'given for and against E1 Segundo's Proposition M were as.follows: PROPOSITION M ti ;, YES NO Shall Palm Avenue Storm Drain Retention Basin (a portion-of Lot l l;,_ _ Block 111) be discontinued, and_ abandoned as a public Park? �J _ 3,702 2, 165 Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Bue, that the Canvass be received and filed. Motion carried. Acting City Attorney Lennard then presented the resolution declaring the results of the El Segundo Special Election held November 2, 1976. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Rockhold, that Resolution No. 2733, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, RECITING THE FACT OF THE SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD IN SAID CITY OF EL SEGUNDO ON THE 2nd DAY OF NOVEMBER, 1976, DECLARING THE RESULT THEREOF AND SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS ARE PROVIDED BY LAW., which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried and said Resolution No. 2733 was adopted by the following vote: `. Ayes: 'Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councrlmen None. 2. Presented a resolution establishing procedures for a self - insured program for the city. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Rockhold, that Resolution No. 2734, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISH- ING PROCEDURES FOR A SELF - INSURED PROGRAM., which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried and said Resolution No. 2734 was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 3. Presented an agreement with R. L. Kautz & Company pro- viding for the administration of a self- insured liability program for the city. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Bue, that the following resolution be adopted: -11- December 7, 1976 X4351 RESOLVED, that that certain form of Service Agent Agreement for self - insured liability program between the City of El Segundo and R. L. Kautz & Company, 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 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: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 4. Presented a resolution extending the date from December 3i, 1976 to March 31, 1977 for submission of Conflict of Interest Codes for the various city agencies as called for in Resolution No. 2702. Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that Resolution No. 2735, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 2702 RELATING TO CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODES., which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried and said Resolution No. 2735 was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS GLICKMAN MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Presented a resolution declaring intention to provide for the abatement of weeds, rubbish, refuse and dirt, which had been estab- lished 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 December 21, 1976. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Council- man Bue, that Resolution No. 2736, 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 No. 2736 was adopted by the following vote: -12- December 7, 1976 X X4352 Ayes: Councilmen Buie, Nagel, Rockhold, Van Vranken .and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 2. Presented a resolution -updating traffic control regulations regarding no- parking areas, no stopping -tow away zones, truck routes, railroad grade crossings; etc. , which had been-.effected since December, 1974. Recommended approval. Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that Resolution No. 2737, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY. COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, DEFINING AND ESTABLISHING CERTAIN STREETS AND PARTS OF STREETS IN THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO AS NO PARKING AREA, DIAGONAL PARKING ZONES, NO STOPPING ZONES, TRUCK ROUTES, THROUGH STREETS AND STOP INTERSECTIONS, AND RAILROAD GRADE CROSSINGS, AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 2595. , which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried and said Resolution No. 2737 was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. Acting City Attorney Lennard presented the ordinance revising business registration fees for coin - operated laundry equipment, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 5.08 OF THE EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE BY AMENDING SECTIONS 5.08. 235, AND 54.08.236 AND ADDING SECTION 5.08.237 RELATING TO COIN- OPERATF:I) WASHERS AND DRYERS., which title was read. Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, further reading of Ordinance No. 914 was waived. Following a motion made by Council- man Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, Ordinance No. 914 was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. RATIFICATION AND APPROVAL OF WARRANTS Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that Warrant Numbers 53135 through 53302 and Expense Check Numbers 1225 through 1256 totaling $917, 471. 44 drawn in payment of demands a list of which had been presented to the Council as Demand Register Summary No. 13 and Expense Check Register No. 9 and 10, certified by the Director of Finance as conforming to the Budget approved by Ordinance No. 908, be ratified and approved. Motion carried by the following vote: -13- December 7, 1976 X 4353 Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. NEW BUSINESS 1. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Coun- cilman Van Vranken, that a consent section be included in the Council Agenda on a trial basis. Motion carried. 2. Mayor Balmer inquired about the Christmas decorations and asked that they be straightened before the annual Christmas Parade on Sunday. No further business appearing to come before the Council at this session, motion was made by Mayor Balmer, seconded by Council- man Van Vranken, that the meeting adjourn in memory of Mr. Robert Griffin, El Segundo's Postmaster, who passed away on December 2, 1976; the hour of adjournment of this meeting being 10:20 o'clock p.m. Motion carried. APPROVED: Balmer, Mayor Respectfully submitted, Valerie A. Burrowes City Clerk -14- December 7, 1976