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1977 JAN 18 CC MINx4365 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO January 18, 1977 1. CALL TO ORDER The E1 Segundo City Council convened in a regular meeting on Tuesday, January 18, 1977 at 7 :00 o'clock p.m., in the Council Chamber of the E1 Segundo City Hall. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mr. Gordon T. Stephens led the Salute to the Flag. 3. INVOCATION Pastor Chester Harter of the First Baptist Church gave the invocation for the meeting. 4. ROLL CALL Present: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Absent: Councilman Rockhold ANNOUNCEMENTS a. Mayor Balmer announced that it was a very important day - the 60th anniversary of the City of E1 Segundo, having been incorporated on January 18, 1917. Stated the people of E1 Segundo are fortunate to be a part of this city and wished to honor it on its 60th birthday. b. The Mayor welcomed Mr. and Mrs. Garrett Van Vranken, parents of Councilman Van Vranken; Mrs. Barbara Lee Mack, new editor of the El Segundo Herald, and Mr. Greg Krikorian, reporter for the South Bay Daily Breeze. 5. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS a. Public Hearing - Proposed Zone Change No 1 -76 of the Hillcrest Property Mayor Balmer announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed for the continued hearing on the proposed amendment to the Municipal Code relating to rezoning the Hillcrest Property, and inquired of the Clerk if any written communications had been received. The City Clerk replied that none had been received. Planning Director Loverde advised that all the problems regarding acquisition of the land had not been resolved, that further action would be discussed at the next School Board meeting to be held January 24th. Recommended that the ordinance changing the zoning be introduced at this time, and adopted after acquisition problems had been settled. The City Attorney presented the ordinance changing the zoning of subject property from Residential -2 (R -2) to Residential -1 (R -1), 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. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken and unanimously carried that further reading be waived. Thereafter, said ordinance was introduced by Councilman Van Vranken. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that subject hearing be continued until the regular City Council meeting to be held February 1, 1976. Motion carried. X 434(0 5. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS (continued) b. Continued Hearing - Appeal of Standard Oil Company from ruling of Planning Commission for Conditional Use Permit Mayor Balmer advised that due to possible conflict of interest, he would not participate in the discussion or action in this matter, and therefore, turned this portion of the meeting over to Mayor pro tempore Van Vranken. Mayor pro tem Van Vranken announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed for the continued hearing on the appeal of Standard Oil Company from the Planning Commission decision denying a Conditional Use Permit for a gasoline service station and car wash at Sepulveda Boul- evard and Mariposa Avenue, and inquired of the City Clerk if proper notice of the hearing had been given. The Clerk replied that affidavits of publication and mailing notices were in the City Clerk's file as well as the files of the Planning Commission. The Mayor pro tem stated that these files would become a part of this hearing. The Mayor pro tem then inquired if any written communications had been received, to which the Clerk replied that none had been received. Planning Director Loverde reported that the Planning Commission had denied the request for a Conditional Use Permit on the grounds that this site is in a highly restricted district and a car wash would not be compatible with plans for the surrounding area. The Mayor pro tem inquired if anyone present wished to speak in favor of this appeal. Mr. Tom Baumgartner, 444 West Washington Boulevard, Long Beach, of Chevron U. 6. A., formerly Standard Oil Company of California, dis- played pMns for the service station and car wash and described the proposal, requesting approval of the plan. Mr. Bob Mercer, president of the E1 Segundo Chamber of Commerce, read a etter from the Chamber of Commerce recommending issuance of the permit. Mr. Gary Wallace, 516 Oregon Street, stated he thought it would be an asset to the city. Mr. Loyal Christensen, Chairman, El Segundo Planning Commission, explained the ommission's decision, that a car wash at this location would not promote nor comply with the intent of the area. The Mayor pro tem inquired if anyone else wished to speak either in favor or in opposition to the requested Conditional Use Permit. There being no reply, motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Bue, that the hearing be closed. Motion carried. After discussion by the Council, motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Bue, that the following resolution be adopted: WHEREAS, an appeal from the decision of the Planning Commission has been received by the City Council from Standard Oil Company of California, Western Operations, Inc. , which decision denied a Conditional Use Permit to construct a gasoline service station and car wash at the southeast corner of Sepulveda Boulevard and Mariposa Avenue; and WHEREAS, the City Council did hold a duly advertised hearing on said appeal on January 18, 1977; and WHEREAS, the City Council has reached its decision on said matter; -2- Council Minutes January 18, 1977 -11. X .4 36.7 NOW. THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL DOES HEREBY FIND, DETERMINE AND ORDER, that the decision of the Planning Commission, be, and the same is hereby upheld and that the application of Standard Oil Company of California, Western Operations, Inc., as hereinabove defined, is denied. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel and Van Vranken Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilman Rockhold Not Voting: Mayor Balmer Mayor Balmer suggested that the items on the Consent Calendar be dealt with at this time, after which Item 1 under the City Manager's Reports would be presented. CONSENT CALENDAR a. Minutes of the regular City Council meeting held January 4, 1977 Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that the minutes of said meeting be approved as written. Motion carried. b. Warrants 53738 through 53862 on Demaid Register Summary Nos. 16 and 17 and Expense Checks 1282 through 1311 on Expense Check Register No. 13, in total amount of $649, 640. 22. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that said warrants and expense checks be ratified and approved. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilman Rockhold REPORTS OF OFFICERS a. City Manager Jones 1) Consideration of participation in the South Bay Burglary Preven- Canine Program. City Manager Jones announced that Inglewood Police Lt. Ralph Cook, Project Director of the Canine Program, was present with Officer John Bell along with one of the dogs being used in the Burg- lary Prevention Canine Program. Further, that a film would be shown demonstrating the training of the dogs and their effectiveness working with police officers. The film was shown after which Officer Bell demonstrated and explained the usefulness of his dog. Lt. Cook reported on the func- tions of the Canine Program in the Inglewood Police Department. City Manager Jones expressed some skepticism as to the cost effectiveness of the program. After discussion, motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that the following resolution, entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 2740 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORI- ZING PARTICIPATION IN THE SOUTH BAY BURGLARY PREVENTION CANINE PROGRAM ON BEHALF OF THE SOUTH BAY CHIEFS OF POLICE -3- Council Minutes January 18, 1977 X 4368 which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilman Rockhold Councilman Van Vranken requested that the Chief of Police make a report in approximately six months on the experience with the service, including the advantages and disadvantages of the Canine Program in E1 Segundo. 6. ORAL COMMUNICATION a. Mr. Gordon T. Stephens, Manager of the El Segundo Chamber of Commerce stated he wished to speak regarding Item 2 under the City Manager's Reports. Advised that Mr. Haney of Pat's Tire Service had shown concern regarding the possibility of having to install a new kind of alarm system under the new ordinance, that his sytem had been set off in the past by vibrations from the Standard Oil Refinery across the street from his facility. Mayor Balmer advised that this would be discussed under Reports of Officers. 7. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES a. South Bay Corridor Transportation Study Committee. Councilman Van Vranken reported a ey were approaching completion of the pro- ject, the final draft of the report would be delivered to the Steering Committee on February 11, 1977. Asked Staff and Council to furnish their comments on the report by the first of March. Announced that there would be four public hearings at various locations in the area and urged anyone interested in South Bay transportation to attend. Stated that the Steering Committee expressed a desire to continue func- tioning as an organization to prioritize the project and influence implemen- tation of the tasks. Stated that some cities thought it should be a joint powers agreement while others favored a more loosely knit committee. Asked the Council to indicate its ideas for his submittal to the Committee at the February meeting. b. Bicentennial Committee, Councilman Nagel announced that the dedication plaque for a andstand had been procured and unveiling ceremonies at Library Park would be held on January 30, 1977. C. National League of Cities. Councilman Nagel reported that he had receivea a report from a eague on the legislation that set aside money for the Public Works Employment Act grant and reported on the formula used for awarding the funds. Stated the League would work with the Economic Development Administration on the next funding project. City Manager Jones stated he had obtained ratings of the projects that the City had submitted to the EDA and would furnish the information at the next Council meeting for discussion of those capital improvement projects. d. Centinela allez Juvenile Diversion Project. Councilman Bue reported a e mini-bike program will a started in the very near future. e. Expo-81. Mayor Balmer reported that he had received a communica- tion rom Expo-81 which proposed that a world's fair be held in Ontario California, and solicited Council's thoughts on appointing a committee to work on the project. Stated the matter would be discussed at the next Council meeting. -4- Council Minutes January 18, 1977 0 10. 11. CALL ITEMS FROM CONSENT CALENDAR None WRITTEN COMMUNICATION a. Notice of hearing before the Public Utilities Commission on January 27, 1977 regarding the application of Southern California Gas Company for construction of propane- air - natural gas mixing facility in Wilmington, California. There being no objections, the Mayor ordered the Notice filed. REPORTS OF OFFICERS a. City Manager Jones 2) Consideration of proposed ordinance regulating burglary and robbery alarm systems. Recommended that this matter be postponed until the next regular City Council meeting. Police Chief Johnson stated he had discussed the matter of the alarm system at Pat's Tire Service with Mr. Stephens and would contact Mr. Haney to clarify the matter. There being no objections, the Mayor ordered the matter deferred until the next regular City Council meeting to be held February 1, 1977. 3) Consideration of proposed ordinance amending the Municipal Code relating to curfew regulations in order to comply with State legislation reducing the misdemeanor penalty for violation. Recom- mended approval of the ordinance, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 9.08. 010 OF THE "EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE" WHICH SAID SECTION RELATES TO THE LOITERING OF MINORS which title was read. Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Nagel, and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived. Thereafter, said ordinance was introduced by Council- man Nagel. RECESS: At the hour of 9 :10 o'clock p, m. , the Mayor declared a 5- minute recess. At the hour of 9:15 o'clock p.m., the Council reconvened, the following members being present and answering roll call: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer. 4) Consideration of Change Order No. 2 to the contract with ITT extending the schedule for contract completion caused by the ex- tended scheduling of the prime contractor. Recommended approval. Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that Change Order No. 2 to the contract with ITT Communications Equipment and Systems Division for a time extension for installation of the telephone system in the Civic Center, at no additional contract charge, be approved and the Mayor be authorized to sign said change order on behalf of the City of El Segundo, and the City Clerk to attest the same. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilman Rockhold -5- Council Minutes January 18, 1977 X437 5) Consideration of Change Order No. Fidelity Sound Systems, Inc., providing controls at 72 locations for an additional Recommended approval. 2 to the contract with for higher quality volume cost of $686. 88. Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Bue, that Change Order No. 2 to the contract with Fidelity Sound Systems, Inc., for a change in volume controls at a total cost of $686. 88, be approved and the Mayor be authorized to sign said Change Order on behalf of the City and the City Clerk to attest the same. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilman Rockhold 6) Request for authority to solicit bids. for installation of a silent alarm system in the new police building. Police Chief Johnson presented the proposal and recommended approval. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Council- man Van Vranken, that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that Specification No. 76-25 and NOTICE INVITING BIDS FOR FURNISHING AND INSTALLING AN ALARM TERMINAL DISPLAY SYSTEM FOR THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, pre- sented to the City Council on this date, be approved and a copy placed on file in the office of the City Clerk; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that sealed bids be and the same are hereby invited under said NOTICE, the date and time for receipt of bids being hereby fixed at 11:00 o'clock a. m. , on Monday, February 7, 1977. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilman Rockhold 7) Possible acquisition of a parcel of land near El Segundo Boule- vard and Illinois Street for future construction of a city yard facility. Mayor Balmer stated that due to possible conflict of interest, he would not participate in the discussion or action in this matter, and therefore, turned this portion of the meeting over to Mayor pro tem Van Vranken. City Manager Jones advised that this land is owned by the Chevron Land Company and became available when the railroad abandoned its right of way, that it is a desirable location this side of Sepulveda Boulevard for relocating the City's Yard facility, which is presently located in a residential section. After discussion, motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Bue, that the City Manager be directed to investigate the possibilities of acquiring the land and that this meeting be adjourned until January 21, 1977 to hear his report, and if unable to secure pertinent information by that time, the meeting be further adjourned until January 27, 1977. Motion carried. Mayor Balmer not voting. -6- Council Minutes January 18, 1977 X 43 71 11. REPORTS OF OFFICERS (continued) b. City Attorney Allen 1) Consideration of setting date for public hearing on the Conflict of Interest Codes of the various City Departments. Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that the Conflict of Interest Codes of the various City depart- ments be placed on file in the office of the City Clerk and set for public hearing before the City Council on February 15, 1977, and that the City Clerk be directed to publish a notice of said hearing in the E1 Segundo Herald. Motion carried unanimously. 2) Presented an ordinance declaring use of Palm Avenue Storm Drain Retention Basin as a public park be discontinued and abandoned, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING THE USE OF PALM AVENUE STORM DRAIN RETENTION BASIN AS A PUBLIC PARK DISCONTINUED AND ABANDONED which title was read. Motion was made man Van Vranken and waived. Thereafter, Van Vranken. 12. UNFINISHED BUSINESS None 13. NEW BUSINESS None 14. ORAL COMMUNICATION None RECESS: At the hour of an Executive Session of 10:15 o'clock p.m. bers being present a Nagel, Van Vranken 15. ADJOURNMENT by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Council - unanimously carried that further reading be said ordinance was introduced by Councilman 10 :05 o'clock p.m., the Council recessed to to discuss a matter of litigation. At the hour . , the Council reconvened, the following mem- nd answering roll call: Councilmen Bue, and Mayor Balmer. No other business appearing to come before the Council at this session, motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that the meeting adjourn in memory of Mr. William C. Farquhar a long time member of the West Basin Water Association and the Muni- cipal Water District, and further, that the meeting adjourn until Friday, January 21, 1977 at the hour of 5:00 o'clock p.m., in the Council Chambers of the City Hall of the City of E1 Segundo; the hour of adjournment of this meeting being 10:15 o'clock p.m. Motion carried. APPROVED: �a �h L. Balmer, Mayor Respectfully submitted, Valerie urrowes, City er -7- Council Minutes January 18, 1977