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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. June 7, 1977 X 444 63 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. -2- June 7, 1977 Council Minutes X 44 61 - -- 6. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS 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 -3- Council Minutes June 7, 1977 X4465 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. -4- Council Minutes June 7, 1977 X -4466 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 -5- Council Minutes X 44 67 6. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS 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 Absent: Councilmen None June 7, 1977 -6- x.4468 6. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS 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 -7- Council Minutes June 19" X qq 69 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. -8- Council Minutes J u ne 7, 1977 x4-4 76 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: -9- Council Minutes June 7, 1977 X 41 71 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. _10- Council Minutes June 7, 1977 XAA72 9. CONSENT CALENDAR 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 Council Minutes June 7, 1977 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 X4473 Council Minutes June 7, 1977 X.q 4 74 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. -13- Counci I Minutes June 7, 1977 X -4975 12. REPORTS OF OFFICERS 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. -14- Counci I Minutes June 7, 1977 X A 476 12. REPORTS OF OFFICERS 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 -15- Council Minutes June 7, 1977 X 11 7 7 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. -16- Council Minutes .,-7-, X 4478 12. REPORTS OF OFFICERS 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 -17- Council Minutes June 7, 1977 X44 7_`- 12. REPORTS OF OFFICERS 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: -18- Council Minutes June 7, 1977 x�4ao 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. _19_ Council Minutes June 7, 7977 X 4481 13. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 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 Deputy Council Minutes June 7, 1977