1977 JUN 07 CC MINX-4 462
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO
June 7, 1977
1 . CALL TO ORDER
The El Segundo City Council convened in regular session on June 7, 1977
at 7 :00 o'clock p.m., in the Council Chamber of the El Segundo City Hall,
350 Main Street.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The salute to the Flag of the United States of America was led by City Manager
Jones.
3. INVOCATION
Father Du Val of St. Michael The Archangel Episcopal Church delivered the
invocation for the meeting.
4. ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold,
Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer
Absent: Counci Imen None
5. PRESENTATIONS
a. Mayor Balmer presented keys to the City of E Segundo to each of the
following American Field Service Exchange Students: Jens Monath, Hamburg,
West Germany, Takayoshio Obuchi, Tachihana, Japan and June Zoller of
Chesterland, Ohio. The Mayor also presented each student with a letter and a
key for presentation to the mayor of his or her home town. The students thanked
the city and their adopted parents for giving them the opportunity of attending
school in El Segundo this past year.
b. Resolution calling upon Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors to
establish Witness /Victim Coordinator Programs
After discussion by the Council regarding funding of subject program,
it was the consensus of the Council that determination be made of costs associated
with this program before taking any action.
6. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
a. Hearing on Negative Declaration for a project to initiate proceedings to
fill and grade the abandoned railroad right -of -way from Pine Avenue and
Sierra Street to Center Street
Mayor Balmer stated that due to possible conflict of interest he would not
participate in subject hearing and, therefore, turned this portion of the meeting
over to Mayor pro tempore Van Vranken.
Mayor pro tem announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed
for subject hearing and inquired of the City Clerk if proper notice of the hearing
had been given. The City Clerk replied that affidavit of publishing the notice
was in her file. The Mayor pro tem stated the files would be made 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.
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6. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
a. Hearing (continued)
Planning Director Loverde reported that an environmental review had been
made and determined that there would be no significant impact on the environ-
ment. Therefore, a Negative Declaration had been prepared and accepted by
the Planning Commission. Recommended certification by the Council.
The Mayor pro tem inquired if anyone present wished to speak in regard to
this project. There being no response, motion was made by Councilman Nagel,
seconded by Councilman Bue, that the hearing be closed. Motion carried.
Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Bue, that
the Negative Declaration for subject project be certified. Motion carried by
the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold,
and Van Vranken
Noes: Counci Imen None
Absent: Councilmen None
Not Voting: Mayor Balmer
b. Hearing on Precise Plan No. 1 -77 and Negative Declaration therefor for
33 -unit condominium at Cedar Street between Walnut and Imperial Avenues
Mayor Balmer announced that this was the time and place fixed for subject
hearing and inquired if proper notice of the hearing had been given. The City
Clerk replied that affidavits of publishing and mailing the notice were in her
file. The Mayor stated these files would be made 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 stated that adoption of the Final Tract Map, as
indicated on the agenda, was not applicable at this time and requested it be
deleted from the proceedings. Further stated the project had been analysed
for environmental review and after comments from Department Heads, a Nega-
tive Declaration had been declared. Stated the Planning Commission made
revisions and thereafter accepted the Negative Declaration with a recommenda-
tion that the Council certify same.
Planning Director Loverde enumerated the revisions made to the Environ-
mental Check List Form by the staff and Planning Commission and read the
amendments which had been added to the last page of the list.
After discussion, the Counci I asked that further changes be made in Para-
graph II of the Check List, as follows:
i -b
Change "NO"
to
"YES"
13 -b
Change "MAYBE"
to "YES"
13 -d
Change "NO"
to
"MAYBE"
13 -f
Change "NO"
to
"MAYBE"
16 -e
Change "NO"
to
"MAYBE"
The Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak in regard to subject
project.
Mr. Robert Dein, 204 West Walnut Avenue, stated he thought the project
would have a definite adverse effect on the environment, that it was not com-
patible with the surrounding R -1 area and that traffic would be greatly increased.
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b. Hearing (continued)
Mr. Bennie Groger, 216 West Walnut Avenue, stated he was concerned with
parking and traffic problems that may develop in the area because of the 12 new
units on Walnut at Main Street and now these 33 units. Suggested that Cedar
Street be widened and asked if the Traffic Committee could make a survey of the
parking and traffic in the area.
Mr. Chester Smith, 22850 Crenshaw Boulevard, Torrance, architect for this
project, stated they had tried to eliminate the impact by the design and that two
parking spaces would be provided for each apartment, plus extra visitor spaces.
There being no further response, motion was made by Councilman Nagel,
seconded by Councilman Rockhold and unanimously carried that the hearing be
closed.
Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman
Rockhold, that the Negative Declaration be certified with the aforementioned
changes, and the Council finds that although the proposed project could have a
significant effect on the environment, there will not be a significant effect in
this case because the mitigation measures described on an amended attached sheet
to the Check List have been added to the project. Motion carried unanimously.
After further discussion, Counci I requested that the Planning Commission, at
its next meeting, discuss the criteria used for making an environmental review -
whether it is based on comparing the present development of the property vs the
proposed development or based on present zoning allowances vs the proposed
development.
The Planning Director reported on subject Precise Plan, outlining the require-
ments and conditions of the building. Stated the Planning Commission approved
the Plan and recommended adoption by the Council.
Mr. David Larson, 1020 Manhattan Boulevard, Manhattan Beach, builder
of the project, responded to Council's questions regarding water lines to the
project.
Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman
Van Vranken, that resolution, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2773
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING
WITH CERTAIN CONDITIONS PRECISE PLAN
NO. 1 -77 (ELLIOTT /LARSON)
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: Counci Imen None
Absent: Councilmen None
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6. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
c . Hearing on zone change from M -2 to C -M for property at southwest corner of
El Segundo Boulevard and Douglas Street and Negative Declaration therefor
The Mayor announced that this was the time and place fixed for subject hearing
and inquired if proper notice of the hearing had been given. The City Clerk re-
plied that affidavits of publication and mailing notices were in her file. The Mayor
stated these files would be made a part of this hearing. The Mayor then inquired
if any written communications had been received to which the Clerk replied that a
letter had been received from Kilroy Industries surrendering certain rights and privi-
leges in Precise Plan No. 9 -74.
Councilman Bue stated that due to possible conflict of interest, he would not
participate in the discussion or action in this matter.
Planning Director Loverde reported that the Planning Commission had approved
the zone change for subject property from its present heavy manufacturing (M -2)
to Commercial- Manufacturing (C -M) zone and had accepted the Negative Declara-
tion therefor. Recommended certification of the Negative Declaration and approval
of the zone change.
The Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak regarding this project.
Mr. John Kilroy, Jr., 2230 East Imperial Highway, developer, described
the potential development and displayed drawings of same.
There being no further response, motion was made by Councilman Nagel,
seconded by Councilman Rockhold, that the hearing be closed. Motion carried.
Motion was made by Councilman Rockhold, seconded by Councilman Nagel,
that the Negative Declaration for subject zone change be certified. Motion
carried. Thereafter, the Mayor ordered the letter from Kilroy Industries, dated
May 26, 1977, surrendering Precise Plan No. 9 -74, be received and filed.
City Attorney Allen presented an ordinance adopting subject zone change,
entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 20 (THE COM-
PREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE) OF THE
"EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE" BY AMEND-
ING THE ZONING MAP REFERRED TO IN SECTION
20.16.030 OF SAID CODE AND REPEALING ORDINANCE
NO. 867 ADOPTING PRECISE PLAN NO. 9 -74
which title was read.
Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, further reading of said
ordinance was waived. Thereafter, the ordinance was introduced by Council-
man Van Vranken.
d. Hearing on Budget for fiscal year 1977 -78 and hearing on how Revenue
Sharing Funds are to be used in relation to -the Budget
The Mayor announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed
for the subject hearing and inquired of the Clerk if proper notice of hearing had
been given. The City Clerk replied that affidavits of posting and publishing
notices were in her file. The Mayor stated the file would be made 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.
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6. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
d. Hearing on Budget (continued)
City Manager Jones summarized the budget and stated there appeared to be
no problem with any of the funds this year.
At this time, the hour being 8:50 o'clock p.m., the Mayor declared a 5-
minute recess. At the hour of 8:55 o'clock p.m., the Council reconvened, all
members being present and answering roll call.
The Mayor announced that the budget would be gone through department by
department and remarks from anyone present would be heard at this time.
Councilman Rockhold expressed his objections to the budgeted amounts for
meetings and travel and questioned if equal value was being received. The Mayor,
council members and City Attorney Allen expressed their opinions on the invaluable
information and education received from these associations and that in some cases
information gained had saved the city large sums of money.
Motion was made by Councilman Rockhold, seconded by Mayor Balmer, that
the position of Environmental Control Officer be removed from the Building - Safety
Department budget. Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Rockhold, Van Vranken
and Mayor Balmer
Noes: Councilmen Bue and Nagel
Absent: Councilmen None
Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Bue
that the amount allocated for purchase of the Teen Center be reduced from $185,000
to $150,000. Motion failed to carry.
The Council having reviewed all the departments' and capital budgets, the
City Manager presented the total figures for the 1977 -78 budget in accordance
with Council action heretofore taken:
Department Amount
City Council
$ 14,985
City Manager
82,252
City Clerk
25,957
Finance
201,551
City Treasurer
48,386
Legal
59,373
Planning
73,493
Personne 1
294,935
Government Buildings
110,082
Community Promotions
45,800
E lection
4,500
Non-Departmental
280,350
Police
2,218,778
F ire
1,946,302
Building Safety
171,676
Disaster Preparedness
4,080
Engineering
179,582
Street Division
533,540
Storm Drain
36,835
Sanitation
199,651
Refuse Disposal
130, 000
City Garage
40,577
Library
236,627
SUB TOTAL
6,674,312
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d. Hearing on Budget (continued)
Department Amount
Carried Forward .......... $ 6,67T-R12
Recreation & Parks 823,868
TOTAL GENERAL $ 7,498,180
Water Division 2,011,840
Dial -A -Ride Program 23,816
Retirement 897,639
Equipment Replacement 92,310
Workers' Compensation 125,000
Bond Retirement 21,100
Capital Improvement 2,511,000
TOTAL - OPERATING FUND $ 13,180,885
SALARY RESERVE + 164,600
INTRA- TRANSFER - 354,897
$ 12,990,588
Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Mayor Balmer, that the
following resolution, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2774
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA APPROVING
AND ADOPTING A BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
1977 -78
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: Counci Imen None
Absent: Councilmen None
City Attorney Allen presented the ordinance approving the budget, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE BUDGET FOR THE
1977 -78 FISCAL YEAR
which title was read.
Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, further reading of said
ordinance was waived. Thereafter, the ordinance was introduced by Council-
man Van Vranken.
Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Bue, that
Revenue Sharing Funds in amount of approximately $562,816 be used for Recrea-
tion Park Expansion Project in amount of $539,000 and $23,816 for the Dial -A-
Ride Program. Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold,
Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer
Noes: Councilmen None Council Minutes
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d. Hearing on Budget (continued)
Mr. Gordon Stephens, 515 California Street stated it was difficult to follow
the action of the Council. Suggested that the budget study sessions be publicized
so that residents would have a better chance for input before action is taken.
Furthermore, stated he had not heard the Council close the hearing.
Mr. Walt Eggert, 1435 East Sycamore Avenue, discussed the budget, object-
ing to expenses for travel and meetings and that he would like to see some verifying
facts as to the benefit derived from the meetings.
At this time, motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman
Van Vranken, that the Council reconsider its motions which adopted the budget
and approved the expenditures of Revenue Sharing Funds. Motion carried.
The Mayor then inquired if anyone present wished to speak in regard to the
budget. Mr. Walt Eggert continued his suggestions for improvements, discussing
the Contingency Account, retirement figures and that he thought the city could
reduce the tax rate by seven cents.
There being no further response, motion was made by Councilman Nagel,
seconded by Councilman Rockhold, that the hearing be closed. Motion carried.
Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that
the following resolution be reconsidered for adoption, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2774
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING
AND ADOPTING A BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
1977 -78
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
Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Bue, that
Revenue Sharing Funds in amount of approximately $562,816 be used for Recrea-
tion Park Expansion project in amount of $539,000 and $23,816 for the Dial -A-
Ride Program. Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold,
Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilmen None
7. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
None
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At this time, the Mayor asked that Item 2 on the City Attorney's agenda be
presented:
Request for stay of action on the abatement of the trailer park at
123 Sierra Street
City Attorney Allen stated that the request had been received on behalf
of the owners of this property, Mr. Jack W. Maxwell and R. G. Harris
Company, for continuance to operate a portion of the trailer park during
construction of buildings on the property, and concurred with the Building
Department's recommendation that the request be denied.
Mr. Jack Maxwell, 2721 La Cienega Boulevard, Los Angeles, stated
the request was for financial reasons and requested that abatement be
delayed until December 31, 1977.
After discussion, motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by
Councilman Van Vranken, that subject request for stay of abatement
proceedings at 123 Sierra Street be denied. Motion carried.
The Mayor requested that Item 3 on the Public Works agenda be presented
at this time:
Report on participation in proposed pilot program of the California Depart-
ment of Water Resources for sale of water conservation supplies
Water and Sanitation Superintendent Holquin reported that the Depart-
ment of Water Resources is required to obtain participation of at least three
cities to study various means of distribution and public acceptance of conser-
vation devices and El Segundo had been chosen as one of the cities. The
program would include the city furnishing the devices at a reduced cost to
residents, carrying on a promotional campaign and providing reports to the
Department of Water Resources for approximately three to four months.
Mr. Robert Smith of the Department of Water Resources, explained
that this was a pilot project for distribution of the devices for determination
of desirable methods of water conservation throughout the whole state.
Mr. Clint Richmond, Vice - president of the El Segundo Chamber of
Commerce, stated he would like to see the retail merchants in the city handle
this project.
After discussion, City Manager Jones suggested that the Chamber appoint
someone to meet with city personnel to work out a plan for handling subject
project. It was the consensus of the Council that it supported the program
either handled by local merchants or by city personnel.
8. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
a. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van
Vranken, that Mr. James Whitney, 1017 East Acacia Avenue, be appointed
to the Noise Abatement Committee. Motion carried.
b. Councilman Nagel reported that the National League of Cities' Digest
indicates there will be a 5 -day delay in the Public Works Grants.
c. Councilman Nagel reported he had strong objections to anyone serving on
the Planning Commission who is involved in real estate or property develop-
ment, and therefore, moved that the seat now held by Mr. McLees be
declared vacant at the end of his term. Motion was seconded by Council-
man Bue, but failed to carry.
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8. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES (continued)
After discussion, motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded
by Councilman Rockhold, that Mr. Donald McLees be appointed to serve a 4-
year term on the Planning Commission, said term to expire June 30, 1981.
Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Rockhold, Van Vranken
and Mayor Balmer
Noes: Councilman Nagel
Absent: Councilmen None
9. CONSENT CALENDAR
a. Minutes of the regular City Council meeting held May 17 and of the adjourned
regular meetings held May 23 and May 24, 1977
Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman
Bue, that the minutes of subject meetings be approved as written. Motion
carried.
b. Warrants 55264 through 55448 on Demand Register Summary No. 26 and
Expense Checks 1467 through 1483 on Expense Check Register No. 22 in
total amount of $532,473.50
Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman
Bue, 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: Counci Imen None
c. Claim for personal injuries from Mr. Lee Nelson, 8717 South La Cienega
Avenue, Inglewood, sustained at 200 Mariposa Avenue
Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Counci Iman
Bue, that subject claim be denied and that the claimant be so advised.
Motion carried.
d. Claim for damages and injuries from Mr. Paul Yoshio Kurashima, 1241 -1/2
West Anaheim Avenue, Harbor City, sustained in accident at E Segundo
Boulevard and Nash Street
Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman
Bue, that subject claim be denied and that the claimant be so advised.
Motion carried.
e. Request for increase in fee for administration of the City's self - insured
workers compensation program and the assignment of the agreement with
Insurance Technology Company to Claims Administration System, Inc.
Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman
Bue, that the fee for subject contract be increased by 7 -1/2 percent for the
fiscal year 1977 -78, and further, that the following resolution be adopted:
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9. CONSENT CALENDAR (continued)
e. Self- insured workers' compensation program (continued)
RESOLVED, that that certain document
presented to this Council on this date, substituting the name
Claims Administration, Inc., on Insurance Technology Com-
pany agreement dated July 1, 1975 with the City of El
Segundo, be and the same is hereby approved, and after
execution by each of the above named parties, a copy 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 auth-
orized to execute said document 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: Counci Imen None
f. Application of Village Liquor, 506 Center Street for Off -Sale General
License from State Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control
Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Bue,
that subject application be received and filed. Motion carried.
g. El Segundo Unified School District joint meeting with City Council re items
of mutual interest
Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Bue,
that the Council agrees to scheduling a meeting during the summer school vacation
time. Motion carried.
h. Change Order No. 3 to the I.T.T. contract for revision of a portion of the
Civic Center telephone system.
Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Bue,
that the following resolution be adopted:
RESOLVED, that Change Order No. 3
to I.T.T. contract revising the telephone system in the
City Manager's office, resulting in a credit of $15.75,
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 change order be
placed on file in the office of the City Clerk; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the
Mayor of the. City of E I Segundo be and he is hereby
authorized to execute said change order for and on
behalf of said city and the City Clerk to attest the
some.
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h. Change Order ITT (continued)
Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold,
Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilmen None
i. Amendment to CETA Title VI contract with El Segundo Unified School District
extending employment through September 30, 1977
Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Bue,
that the following resolution be adopted:
RESOLVED, that that certain form of
Amendment to CETA Title VI contract between the City
and the El Segundo Unified School District, for a six -
months extension, presented to this Council on this date,
be and the same is hereby approved, and after execution
by each of the above -named parties, said amendment 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 amendment 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
j. Resolution authorizing destruction of certain records in the office of the
City Clerk
Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman
Bue, that the following resolution, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2775
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORI-
ZING THE DESTRUCTION OF CERTAIN RECORDS
IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
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
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10. CALL ITEMS FROM CONSENT CALENDAR
None
11. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
a. Rolling Hills Estates, request to join in litigation opposing land fill disposal
of liquid sludge
Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Bue,
that Rolling Hills Estates be informed that El Segundo would like to explore the
costs involved before participation. Motion carried.
b. Dora Polk, 111 West Palm Avenue, regarding the Noise Ordinance and
concerts in Library Park
Councilman Nagel reported that Ms. Polk's concern was that she would be
out of the country for.some time and wanted to be on record regarding the proposed
changes in the Noise Ordinance. The Council ordered the letter filed.
Councilman Nagel suggested that better communications be developed be-
tween the Recreation and Parks and Police Departments in regard to control of
concerts at Library Park.
12. REPORTS OF OFFICERS
a. City Manager Jones
1) Joint Powers Agreement for Phase III of South Bay Corridor Study
Reported that staff had reviewed subject agreement and had no objections
to participation in the development and implementation of transportation sys-
tems and improvements in the South Bay area.
Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman
Bue, that the following resolution be adopted:
RESOLVED, that the Joint Powers Agree-
ment for the South Bay Corridor (transportation) Study,
Phase III between the State of California, County of
Los Angeles, City of Los Angeles and fourteen South
Bay Cities for implementation of projects developed
in Phase II, presented to this Council on this date, be
and the same is hereby approved, and after execution
by each of the parties concerned, a copy of said agree-
ment be placed on file in the office of the City Clerk;
and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the
Mayor be and he is hereby authorized to execute said
agreement for and on behalf of the City of E 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
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12. REPORTS OF OFFICERS
a. City Manager (continued)
2) Ordinance increasing certain animal impound fees
Presented a report on the inadequacy of fees paid to the Southern Calif-
ornia Humane Society for the impoundment of animals. Recon..nende9 doubling
the fee for impoundment of small animals and increasing board fees for dogs to
$2.00 per day and $1 .00 per day for small animals.
City Attorney Allen presented subject ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE "EL SEGUNDO
MUNICIPAL CODE" BY AMENDING SECTIONS
8.08. 100 AND 8.08.105 RELATING TO IMPOUND-
ING AND BOARD FEES FOR ANIMALS AND DOGS
which title was read.
Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, further reading of
said ordinance was waived. Thereafter, the ordinance was introduced by
Councilman Van Vranken.
3) Application for third -year funding for Police Planning and Research Unit
Presented subject application for continuance of the Planning and Research
Unit through 1977 -78 fiscal year.
Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Nagel,
that resolution, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2776
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZ-
ING THE FILING OF AN APPLICATION FOR A
PLANNING AND RESEARCH UNIT ACTION GRANT
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: Councilman Rockhold
Absent: Councilmen None
4) Waiver of product liability insurance on Alarm Terminal Display System
Advised that the contractor, Alarm Systems, for subject system in the
Police building had been unable to procure product liability insurance at
any reasonable cost and, therefore, had requested that this requirement in
the contract be waived.
City Attorney Allen explained that a Certificate of Insurance had been
issued as a substitute and that if the Council approved, it would be in order
for the Council to authorize him to approve the Certificate as to form in lieu
of Product Liability Insurance required in the bid specifications.
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a. City Manager (continued)
4)
Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman
Bue, that the City Attorney be authorized to approve as to form the Certificate
of Insurance with Lumberman's Mutual Insurance Company, dated April 28,
1977 to Alarm Systems, Division of Bonus Equipment, Inc. Motion carried.
5) Agreement extending City operation of Urho Saari Swim Stadium
Recommended approval of subject agreement for a five -year period.
Motion was made by Councilman Rockhold, seconded by Councilman
Nagel, that the following resolution be adopted:
RESOLVED, that that certain form of
of Operating Agreement for Urho Saari Swim Stadium
between the City of E I Segundo and the E I Segundo
Unified School District, 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 said city 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
6) Resolution adjusting salaries and benefits for employees in the
Police Officers' Association
Advised that certain wage and benefit increases for the 1977 -78 fiscal
year had been agreed upon in the Memorandum of Understanding approved in
July, 1976.
Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Bue,
that the following resolution, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2777
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING
SECTIONS 1A5.010, 1A5.020 AND 1A5.030 OF,
AND ADDING SECTION 1A5.235 TO CHAPTER IA5
OF TITLE 1A OF THE EL SEGUNDO ADMINISTRATIVE
CODE
which was read, be adopted.
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a. City Manager (continued)
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
Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Council-
man Nagel, that commencing July 1, 1977, the city shall provide for
Police Officer Trainees and the classifications enumerated in Section 1A5.030
of the El Segundo Administrative Code an additional $10.00 per month up to
a total of $70.96 per month for health and medical insurance under the exist-
ing group plan for the employee and one dependent. Motion carried by the
following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold,
Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilmen None
7) Resolution adjusting salaries and benefits for employees in the
El Segundo Firemen's Association
Advised that certain wage.and benefit increases for the 1977 -78
fiscal year had been agreed upon in the Memorandum of Understanding
approved in June, 1975..
Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Council-
man Nagel, that the following resolution, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2778
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING
SECTIONS 1A4.010, 1A4.020, AND 1A4.035 OF,
AND ADDING SECTION 1A4.185 TO, CHAPTER
IA4 (FIRE SAFETY SERVICE SERIES) OF TITLE 1A
OF THE EL SEGUNDO ADMINISTRATIVE CODE
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
Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Council-
man Van Vranken, that commencing July 1, 1977, the city shall provide
for the classifications enumerated in Section 1A4.030 of the El Segundo
Administrative Code an additional $10.00 per month up to a total of $65.96
per month for health and medical insurance under the existing group plan
for each employee and one dependent. Motion carried by the following
vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold,
Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilmen None
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12. REPORTS OF OFFICERS
a. City Manager (continued)
8) Revision to Bid No. 76 -30 submitted by Taylor -Jett Company for Water
Department stock items
Advised that subject company had submitted the low bid for various
items and subsequently advised that the bid for items 6 through 9 i.ad peen
submitted on fabricated spools rather than cast iron spools, for a total dif-
ference of $236.29. Furthermore, the bidder offered to split the difference,
equalling $118.15 increase in the bid price. Stated that staff had determined
the increase would not change the status of the bid, it would still remain the
lowest received and, therefore, recommended approval of the increase in
subject bid.
Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman
Rockhold, that the request of Taylor -Jett Company to increase its bid for
items 6 through 9 on Bid No. 76 -30 in amount of $118.15 be approved and
that purchase orders be issued to said company as required. Motion carried
by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold
Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilmen None
9) Exception to Noise Ordinance provisions for concerts at Library Park
Advised that in order for concerts to be held in Library Park, it would
be necessary for the Council to grant an exception to Section 9.06.200 (4)
of the city's Noise Ordinance. Recommended this exception be granted for
the period June 19 through September 25, 1977 to cover the Summer concert
program.
Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman
Nagel, that the Department of Recreation and Parks be granted an exception
to Section 9.06.200 (4) of the city's Noise Ordinance from June 19 throu!7,h
September 25, 1977. Motion carried.
b. City Attorney Allen
1) Mattel, Inc., vs. City of El Segundo, et al No. C164438
Advised that subject law suit had been filed with the city for property
allegedly overassessed by the County of Los Angeles. Further advised
that the County Prosecutor had agreed to represent the city and, therefore,
the matter had been forwarded to that office. Requested approval of this
action.
Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van
Vranken, that the action of the City Attorney in forwarding subject suit to
the County Prosecutor.for action was approved and ratified. Motion carried.
c. Acting Director of Public Works Allen
1) Categorical exemption and temporary acquisition of jurisdiction for
installation of overhead street name sign at Vista del Mar & 45th Street
Advised that the Los Angeles County Road Department plans to erect
street signs at Vista del Mar and 45th Street for which an environmental
categorical exemption had been prepared. The County requested Council
concurrence with the environmental findings and temporary acquisition and
jurisdiction of the area.
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c. Acting Director of Public Works
1) Continued
Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, secondeu by Councilman
Nagel, that the following resolution, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2779
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, CONSENT-
ING TO ESTABLISHMENT OF PORTIONS OF VISTA
DEL MAR BOULEVARD - HIGHLAND AVENUE AND
45TH STREET WITHIN SAID CITY AS A PART OF THE
SYSTEM OF HIGHWAYS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS
ANGELES
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
2) Additions to 1980 Functional Usage Study and revised designation of
Federal Aid Urban Routes
Recommended that the Federal Aid Urban routes in El Segundo be modi-
fied by adding Douglas Street and Nash Street between E Segundo Boulevard
and Imperial Highway,and Mariposa Avenue between Sepulveda Boulevard
and Douglas Street, and approval of these additions to the 1980 Functional
Usage Study.
Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by CoUn,_ ,man
Bue, that the following resolution, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2780
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING
THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO PORTION OF THE 1980
FUNCTIONAL USAGE STUDY AND THE DESIGNA-
TION OF FEDERAL -AID URBAN ROUTES IN SAID
CITY
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
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c. Acting Director of Public Works (continued)
3) Urgency ordinance defining enforcement procedures and charges for
water conservation practices
Water and Sanitation Superintendent Holquin recommended subject
ordinance be adopted.
After discussion, Council asked that the phrase "suspected of violating"
be deleted from page 4, and the sentence changed to read, "Any person who
is in violation of this ordinance ...."
City Attorney Allen presented subject ordinance, as amended, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO,
CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING RULES AND REGU-
LATIONS FOR CONSERVING WATER DURING A
WATER SHORTAGE EMERGENCY; ESTABLISHING
PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS THEREOF; AND
DECLARING THIS ORDINANCE TO BE AN URGENCY
ORDINANCE AND STATING THE REASONS THEREFOR
which title was read.
On motion duly made and unanimously carried, further reading of said
ordinance was waived. Thereafter, the ordinance was introduced by Council-
man Nagel.
The City Attorney presented subject ordinance for adoption, entitled:
ORDINANCE NO. 932
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO,
CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING RULES AND REGULA-
TIONS FOR CONSERVING WATER DURING A WATER
SHORTAGE EMERGENCY; ESTABLISHING PENALTIES
FOR VIOLATIONS THEREOF; AND DECLARING THIS
ORDINANCE TO BE AN URGENCY ORDINANCE
AND STATING THE REASONS THEREFOR
which title was read.
On motion duly made and unanimously carried, further reading of said
ordinance was 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:
Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold,
Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilmen None
13. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. Ordinance regulating political activity of non -merit system employees
City Attorney Allen presented subject ordinance for adoption, entitled:
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13. UNFINISHED BUSINESS (continued)
a)
ORDINANCE NO. 933
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE "EL SEGUNDO
MUNICIPAL CODE" BY ADDING SECTIONS
2.29.030, 2.29.040, AND 2.29.050 TO CHAPTER
2.29 ENTITLED "POLITICAL ACTIVITY"
which title was read.
Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, further reading of said
ordinance was 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:
Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold,
Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilmen None
b) Ordinance authorizing inclusion of Military Service for Fire personnel in
California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS)
City Attorney Allen presented subject ordinance for adoption, entitled:
ORDINANCE NO. 934
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO AUTHORIZING AN AMEND-
MENT TO THE CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY
COUNCIL AND THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION
OF THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIRE -
ME NT SYSTEM
which title was read.
Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, further reading of said
ordinance was waived. Thereafter, motion was made by Mayor Balmer,
seconded by Councilman Bue, 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) Resolution making findings as a prerequisite to modification of the Plumbing
Code relating to water conservation fixtures
Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman
Nagel, that the following resolution, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2781
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, MAKING
FINDINGS AS A PREREQUISITE TO MODIFICATIONS
TO THE PLUMBING CODE
which was read, be adopted.
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C. (continued)
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
d. Ordinance amending the Plumbing Code relating to water conservation fixtures
entitled:
ORDINANCE NO. 935
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 16.12 (PLUMB-
ING CODE) OF THE EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE
BY ADDING SECTION 16.12.340 RELATING TO WATER
CONSERVATION FIXTURES
which title was read.
Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, further reading of said
ordinance was waived. Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken,
seconded by Councilman Bue, 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
14. NEW BUSINESS
a. City Clerk Burrowes read a letter which had been received from K & P Cabinets,
Inc., 234 Eucalyptus Drive, requesting that the city accept a gift of a storage
cabinet as a token of the company's appreciation for the fine service of the Council
and city personnel.
By mutual consent of the Council, the Mayor directed the staff to accept the
cabinet with thanks to the aforesaid company.
15. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
a. Father Du Val stated that a concert was being scheduled for June 16th in
Library Park Band Stand of the Continental Singers consisting of 25 singers and a
twelve piece orchestra. Requested a variance from the Noise Ordinance so that
amplifying equipment could be used at the concert.
Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken,
that the request for variance be granted for the concert to be held June 16, 1977
in Library Park. Motion carried.
16. ADJOURNMENT
No other business appearing to come before the Council at this session,
motion, was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken,
that the meeting adjourn, the hour of adjournment being 12:05 o'clock a.m.
June 8, 1977. Motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
APPROVED: ��%
)2 6 Valerie A. Burrowes, City Clerk
E . L . Balmer, Mayor -20- By
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