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1977 APR 19 CC MINX 412 6 1. 2. 3. if 5. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO APRIL 19, 1977 CALL TO ORDER: The El Segundo City Council convened in regular session on Tuesday, April 19, 1977 at 7:00 o'clock p. m., in the Council Chamber of the El Segundo City Hall. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Councilman William Bue led the salute to the Flag. INVOCATION Pastor Edward Hunter of the El Segundo United Methodist Church delivered the invocation for the meeting. ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Absent: Councilmen None PRESENTATIONS: a. Mayor Balmer announced that it was a privilege to honor the members of the Bicentennial Committee for their dedication and stated he wished to pass the honor of presenting the Public Service Awards to the Chairman, Councilman Richard Nagel. Councilman Nagel commended the committee for its outstanding work throughout the year and stated he thought the bandstand represented a symbol of one of the great accomplishments of the committee for everyone to enjoy. As Councilman Nagel called off the following names of the members of the committee, those in attendance came forward and accepted their Public Service Awards Certificate and were congratu- lated by each of the Council members. Mavis Austin Lorraine Barber Norman Bell Tim Bushrow Eunice Creason Donald Farquhar James Ferguson Dorothea Fitzgerald Helen Fournier Moira Geraghty Janice Grimes Carol Hansen Cravens Hansen Freddie Horton Rachel Hunter Barbara Kirby Bill Kitto Charles La Fleur Barbara Mack Melissa Mack John McIntyre John Mitchell Gary Osnower Robert Pederson Mrs. Charles Pine James Pitney Colleen Ramsey Mary Runkle Will Rusch Marion Seaman Sharon Smotony Delores Thatcher Betty Weatherford Jim Weber Richard Whitford Frank Widen Bob Wynn b. Mayor Balmer announced that another honor he had was to proclaim the 30th day of April, 1977 as Charles A. Pine Day, which proclamation he read, as follows: WHEREAS, the Supreme Council of the Order of DeMolay has engaged in a program vital to the youth of our community, and WHEREAS, through their leadership have initiated programs promoting juvenile decency, public welfare, education, and moral values of our young people, and X 4427 WHEREAS, CHARLES A. PINE was the guiding light in the first chartering of the El Segundo Order of De Molay Chapter sponsored by the Masonic Lodge #507, and became the first Charter Chapter Dad, and WHEREAS, he has earned the respect of the citizens of El Segundo through his dedicated service to the community as Comander of the American Legion Post, Police Captain in the El Segundo Police Reserves, numerous projects of civic interest, and in June 1976, received the Legion of Honor Award which is the highest honor bestowed on a Senior DeMolay member, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the day of April 30, 1977, be officially proclaimed CHARLES A. PINE DAY in his honorable memory and which day represents the initiation of twelve novices for training into the order herein after known as the Charles A. Pine Memorial Class. Mrs. Charles A. Pine accepted the proclamation from the Mayor. C. The Mayor presented a proclamation declaring May 1 through May 7, 1977 as RESPECT FOR LAW WEEK, which proclamation was as follows: WHEREAS, crime and its effect upon the lives and property of our citizens continues to flaw our society, despite efforts by government, citizens' organizations and many individuals; and WHEREAS, the effects of crime touch and affect all segments of our society undermining and eroding the moral and economic strength of our comm- unities and their citizens; and WHEREAS, there is still a reluctance on the part of many citizens to involve themselves in actions to insure the protection, rights and well -being of their fellow citizens; and WHEREAS, Optimist clubs and their members continue to sponsor and support programs aimed at combatting crime and disrespect for law through year -round efforts; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that I, E. L. Balmer, Mayor of the City of El Segundo, California, do hereby proclaim the week of May 1 through May 7, 1977, as RESPECT FOR LAW WEEK, and ask all citizens to join with the Optimists in carrying the message of respect for law to other citizens, and by example, exercise responsible citizenship. The Mayor announced that the foregoing proclamation would be presented to the Optimist Club on May 4, 1977. d. The Mayor presented a proclamation declaring the month of May as 55 MILE PER HOUR COMPLIANCE MONTH, which proclamation was as follows: WHEREAS, thousands of lives are being saved every year throughout the United States because of the 55 mile per hour national maximum speed limit; and -2- Council Minutes April 19, 1977 X4428 WHEREAS, hundreds of lives are being saved each year in California because of the lower speed limit which has been in effect for more than three years; and WHEREAS, the lower average speed on the highways is resulting in better mileage per gallon, meaning that a significant amount of gasoline is being conserved; and WHEREAS, if all motorists complied with the 55 mile per hour speed limit, it is estimated the annual savings in fuel would amount to 300 million gallons in California and 3 billion gallons nationally; and WHEREAS, the California Highway Patrol has designated the month of May as 55 MILE PER HOUR COMPLIANCE MONTH, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, hereby endorses and supports the May Compliance Month and urges all motorists to participate voluntarily in observing the 55 mile per hour maximum speed limit. e. Los Angeles International Airport proposed Transportation Planning and Feasibility Study Mr. Steven Yee, Airport Facilities Planner and Project Coordinator for this study, reported on proposed planning and studies to be made for improving ground access to LAX, improving parking facilities and methods. Stated that the study should be completed in March 1978, after which recommendations would be presented to Management of the airport. Introduced Dr. Manny Diamond of De Leuw, Cather and Company, consultants and of er mem ers of the staff working on this project. Dr. Diamond stated the purpose of the study was to find ways of improving ground access to LAX, reduce congestion within the air- port terminal, and cited several types of plans that will be considered. Stated an intensive program would be conducted for furnishing inform- ation to local agencies, the county and state and would be working with citizens advisory groups. Advised the study would encompass conditions which will have an impact on El Segundo, such as construc- tion of the I -105 freeway, growth of charter flig* itG llGP of West Imperial Terminal, movement of cargo, etc., and that from time to time results of the study would be reported to the City of El Segundo. Stated they would welcome advice and comments during the course of the study. 6. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS None. 7. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES a. Legislation 1) HR4539 Airport Protection and Aircraft Noise Reduction Act Councilman Nagel reported that subject bill is being heard by the Transportation Committee, subcommittee on Aviation. Stated the bill proposes to treat the problem of noise around airports and proposes solutions to the problems which may be a danger to cities close to airports, such as El Segundo. Stated that the air- craft noise reduction part of the Act appeared to be good, and -3- Council Minutes April 19, 1977 X 4429 that he had been working on possible revisions to the airport protection portion of the Act with the National League of Cities. Further stated the League would appear and give recommenda- tions for changes before the Committee today. 2) SB453 and AB1109 State Assistance for maintenance and operation of public beach areas Councilman Nagel recommended support of the bills and moved, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that this Council express its support to State legislators and to the committees in the Senate and Assembly sponsoring the bills. Motion carried. 3) AB644 Unemployment Insurance for Public Employees Councilman Nagel stated the League of California Cities opposed the bill unless certain amendments were made to estab- lish a special unemployment insurance fund for public employees, establish more rigid eligibility requirements, and that the bill not apply if federal legislation mandating coverage is found to be unconstitutional. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Bue, that AB644 be supported provided the follow- ing changes are inserted in the bill: 1. Substitute a realistic eligibility list. 2. Make the bill inapplicable to local governments if the federal mandating status is found to be unconstitutional. 3. Insert a clear statement to the effect that any future state increases in unemployment insurance benefits constitutes state mandates and shall be reimbursed pursuant to SB90. 4. Insert provision requiring state reimbursement of unemployment insurance in California which are higher than those which would otherwise be required to comply with the federal mandate. Motion carried unanimously. 4) AB1265 and AB1445 repealing two acts of the Brown Act of 1975 Councilman Nagel reported that these bills would permit City Councils to consider, in executive session, the employment and dis- missal of officers and employees, including commissioners. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that both of subject bills be supported. Motion carried. 5) SB164 Mandating compulsory and binding arbitration in negotiation impasses of police and fire employees Stated that it was important that all cities express opposition to this bill. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that SB164 be opposed. Motion carried. b. South Bay Corridor Study Steering Committee Councilman Van Vranken reported that a joint powers agreement had been drawn up for the purpose of furthering the projects the committee, had proposed. Stated a copy had been forwarded to Council members and staff and asked for Council's position in the matter. After discussion, the Council members mutually agreed that they had no objections to the document. -4- Council Minutes April 19, 1977 X443a -- C. Mayor Balmer reported on water problems being encountered in Owens River Valley and urged everyone to conserve water as much as possible because the situation was not going to get any better in the near future. 8. CONSENT CALENDAR a. Minutes of the regular City Council meeting held April 5, 1977 Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Rockhold, that the minutes of subject meeting be approved as written. Motion carried. b. Warrants 54793 through 54963 on Demand Register Summary No. 23 and Expense Checks 1413 through 1438 on Expense Check Re ister No 19 in total amount of $478, 550. 32. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Rockhold, that subject warrants and expense checks be ratified and approved. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen None C. Claim from Debra Lane for vehicle damages in amount of $69. 90 Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Rockhold, that subject claim be denied and that the City Clerk notify the claimant to this effect. Motion carried. 9. CALL ITEMS FROM CONSENT CALENDAR None. 10. WRITTEN COMMUNCIATIONS a. Southern California Rapid Transit District, notification of changes in schedule of bus lines serving El Segundo There being no objections, the Mayor ordered subject correspondence filed. 11. REPORTS OF OFFICERS a. City Manager Jones 1) Sale of Palm Avenue Storm Drain Retention Basin property Recommended the property be filled with dirt removed from the Recreation Park Expansion Project prior to sale. After discussion, motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken and unanimously carried that the City be authorized to fill said property prior to sale. b. City Attorney Allen 1) Urgency Ordinance requesting study of development of Southern Pacific railway right -of -way between the easterly line of Center Street and the westerly line of Sepulveda Boulevard Mayor Balmer stated that due to possible conflict of interest, he did not wish to participate in the discussion or action on this matter, and, therefore, turned this portion of the meeting over to Mayor pro tem Van Vranken. -5- Council Minutes April 19, 1977 X 4431 Advised that this ordinance would be effective for a 4 -month period and any other desired extension, up to eight months, would require a public hearing. Advised that this could be accomplished by setting the hearing date for June 21, 1977 and entering this date in Section 5 of subject ordinance. Further advised that Section 6 of the ordinance should be deleted and Section 7 renumbered, with the aforementioned changes, presented subject ordinance, entitled: AN INTERIM ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, PROHIBITING THE USE OF CERTAIN PROPERTY., which title was read. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Council- man Bue, that further reading be waived. Motion carried. There - af'Ler, said ordinance, as revised, was introduced by Councilman Nagel. This being an urgency ordinance, the City Attorney gave the second reading of subject ordinance, entitled: ORDINANCE NO. 925 AN INTERIM ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, PROHIBITING THE USE OF CERTAIN PROPERTY., which title was read. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Council- man Bue, that further reading be waived. Motion carried. There- after, motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Council- man Bue, that said ordinance be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold and Mayor Pro tem Van Vranken Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen None Not Voting: Mayor Balmer 2) Agreement with Southern California Humane Society for public pound service Presented an agreement for increasing monthly payments from $800 to $1025 for animal regulation enforcement and public pound service for a period of one year. Councilman Nagel requested that staff prepare a report for the Council on revenues and costs from impound fees. Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Bue, that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that that certain form of Agreement For Public Pound Service, between the City of El Segundo and the Southern California Humane Society, 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. -6- Council Minutes April 19, 1977 Xg432 Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen None C. Director of Public Works Glickman 1) 1978 Quadrennial Section 2156 Report on progress and needs of the local city street system for California Department of Transportation Advised that every four years the State Department of Transportation has required submittal of a report describing the progress and needs for developing the local city street system. Presented the report and a resolution approving same. Recommended approval of the report and adoption of the resolution. Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Bue, that subject report be approved, and the following resolution, entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 2766 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SE GUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING SUBMISSION TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT' OF TRANS- PORTATION THE 1978 SECTION 2156 NEEDS STUDY FOR THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO., which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen None 2) Replacement of traffic signal controller at E1 Segundo Boulevard and Douglas Street Advised that every means had been tried to correct the malfunctioning signal at subject intersection with no permanent success. Recommended that authority be given to replace the signal system, that $12, 962 be appropriated from the Gasoline Tax Fund for this purpose, and that the Los Angeles County Road Department be authorized to perform the required work. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Rockhold, that the Director of Public Works recommendation be approved. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen None 3) Improvements to Recreation Park Baseball Field Advised that funds had been apportioned to E1 Segundo for improving park facilities under the Nejedly -Hart State Urban and Coastal Park Bond Act of 1976. Stated it was proposed to remodel -7- Council Minutes April 19, 1977 X 443 3 the Snack Bar at Recreation Park and to modify the back stop and certain fences in the baseball field at an estimated cost of $40, 000. Recommended that the plans and specifications for these improvements be prepared by a consulting firm and that the proposal of Melvyn Green, Consulting Structural and Civil Engineer be accepted for preparing said specifications for a fee of $2, 000. Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Council- man Nagel, that the application for funds in the amount of $46, 000 be approved for the aforesaid improvements to Recreation Park, that the proposal of Melvin Green be accepted in the total amount of $2, 000 and that purchase order be issued to said company in said amount. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen None Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that the following resolution, entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 2767 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, APPROV- ING THE APPLICATION FOR THE NEJEDLY- HART STATE, URBAN, AND COASTAL PARK BOND ACT OF 1976.0 which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilman Bue, Nagel, Rockhold, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen None 12. UNFINISHED BUSINESS a. Ordinance granting Unclassified Use Permit to McDonnell Douglas Corporation Councilman Nagel stated that due to possible conflict of interest, he did not wish to participate in the discussion or action in this matter. The City Attorney presented the ordinance, entitled: ORDINANCE NO. 926 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, GRANTING AN UNCLASSIFIED USE PERMIT (1 -77) SUBJECT TO CERTAIN LIMITA- TIONS AND CONDITIONS, TO PERMIT McDONNELL DOUGLAS CORPORATION TO CONSTRUCT AN ANECHOIC ACOUSTIC FACILITY AT THE SOUTH- EAST CORNER OF EL SEGUNDO BOULEVARD AND DOUGLAS STREET WITHIN SAID CITY., which title was read. -8- Council Minutes April 19, 1977 A-41 34 Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, and unanimously carried that further reading be waived. Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Council- man Van Vranken that said ordinance be adopted. On roll call said motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Rockhold, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen None Not Voting: Councilman Nagel Mr. Robert Luthi, of McDonnell Douglas Long Beach, respect- fully requested that in the interest of McDonnell Douglas getting on with the project, as quickly as possible, that the 30 -day waiting period be waived and the City Council approve the issuance of the building permit. Motion was made by Councilman Rockhold, seconded by Council- man Bue that the Building Safety Director be instructed to issue the building permit for the construction of an anechoic acoustic facility requested by McDonnell Douglas at such time as all other requirements of law are met notwithstanding this particular ordinance granting the Unclassified Use Permit 1 -77 has not yet become effective. Motion carried (Councilman Nagel not voting). b. Ordinance establishing deadline for Burglary and Robbery Alarm business permits as December 31, 1077, entitled: ORDINANCE NO. 927 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 5.48.020 AND 5.48.040 OF THE "EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE" WHICH SAID SECTIONS RELATE TO BURGLARY AND ROBBERY ALARM SYSTEMS., which title was read. Motion was made by Councilman Rockhold, seconded by Council- man Nagel, and unanimously carried that further reading be waived. Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Rockhold, that said ordinance be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen None C. Ordinance regulating certain litical activities of E1 Se Municina emnlovees. entitled: ORDINANCE NO. 928 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE "EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE" BY ADDING TO TITLE 2 (ADMINISTRATION AND PERSONNEL) CHAPTER 2.29 ENTITLED, "POLITICAL ACTIVITY"., which title was read. Motion was made by Councilman Rockhold, seconded by Council- man Nagel, and unanimously carried that further reading be waived. Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Bue, that said ordinance be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote: Council Minutes April 19, 1977 x4435 Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen None d. Ordinance establishing perm_ it procedure for bingo games, entitled: ORDINANCE NO. 929 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 5.46 TO THE EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE ENACTED UNDER SECTION 19 OF ARTICLE IV OF THE SPATE CONSTITUTION ALLOWING BINGO GAMES IN THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO FOR BENEFIT OF CHARITABLE ORGANIZA I IONS., which title was read. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Rockhold, and unanimously carried that further reading be waived. Thereafter, motion was made by Council- man Rockhold, seconded by Councilman Bue, that said ordinance be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilman Van Vranken Absent: Councilmen None 13. NEW BUSINESS None 14. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Master Carl Koppelman, 525 Kansas Street, stated that last December he turned in a petition to get a skate board facility built in the area, possibly at the motocross track on Imperial. Director of Recreation and Parks Ruis advised that this is a high risk activity, very expensive for installation and that the Recreation Commission was not in favor of building such a facility. Further advised that the Recreation Department was sponsoring trips to com- mercial skate board areas for those who are interested. 15. RECESS At the hour of 9:05 o'clock p. m. , the Council recessed to the Mayor's office. At the hour of 9:15 o'clock p.m. the Council reconvened, the following members being present and answering roll call: Mayor Balmer, Councilmen Bue, Nagel and Van Vranken. 15. ADJOURNMENT No further business appearing to come before the Council at this session, motion was made by Councilman Nagel and seconded by Council- man Van Vranken that the meeting adjourn in memory of Ruth I. Garinger, who passed away on April 13, 1977; the hour of adjournment of this meet- ing being 9:20 o'clock p.m. Motion carried. Respectfully submitted, APPROVED: Burrowes, City clerk L. Balmer, Mayor -10- Council Minutes April 19, 1977