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1977 MAY 03 CC MINX 4436 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO May 3, 1977 1. CALL TO ORDER The El Segundo City Council convened in regular session.on Tuesday, May 3, 1977 at 7 :00 o'clock p. m., in the Council Chamber of the El Segundo City Hall. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The salute to the Flag of the United States of America was led by Fire Chief Tom Baron. 3. INVOCATION Pastor Eyrich Hansen of St. John's Lutheran Church delivered the invocation for the meeting. 4. ROLL CALL Present: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold, and Van Vranken Absent: Mayor Balmer 5. PRESENTATIONS a. Outstanding Community Service Award to HARCO Mayor pro tempore Van Vranken stated that HARCO had recent Ly moved into El Segundo and had compiled a comprehensive history of the city, showing great interest in the city's progress. Presented Mr. Dick Mineo, Marketing Manager for HARCO, a plaque commending them for their contribution to the city. Mr. Mineo thanked the Council and stated that copies of the history booklet were available for those interested. b. Proclamation declaring Mav 14 as FIRE SERVICE RECOGNITION Mayor pro tempore Van Vranken read the aforesaid proclamation. Stated the purpose was to acquaint the public with the functions of the Fire Department and urged all citizens to visit their nearest fire station on that day. C. Resolution of Thanks to Citv of Los Angeles City Manager Jones advised that Fire Chief Baron had been instru- mental in arranging the transfer of a surplus emergency ambulance from the City of Los Angeles to El Segundo's sister city, Guaymas, Mexico. Council directed that a Public Service Award be issued com- mending the Los Angeles City Council for its generosity and that Coun- cilman Nowell be especially thanked for his efforts in arranging this gift to Guaymas. d. Proclamation declarin& May 22 through May 28 as NATIONAL PUBLIC WORKS E Mayor pro tern Van Vranken read the aforesaid proclamation call- ing attention to the important role in safety, health and well -being that is played by public works officials in the community. e. Proclamation declaring May 1977 as DEAF AWARENESS MONTH Mayor pro tern Van Vranken stated that May is being proclaimed Deaf Awareness Month so that the public will become aware of the problems associated with hearing loss and to encourage involvement in helping those less fortunate to lead as active lives as possible. X 44 3 7 SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS a. Public Hearing on the vacation of a portion of Sheldon Street Mayor pro tem Van Vranken announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed for the continued hearing on the vacation of a portion of Sheldon Street within the expansion area of Recreation Park between Pine Avenue and Grand Avenue and inquired of the City Clerk if proper notice of the hearing had been given. The City Clerk replied that affidavits of posting and publishing the notice were in her file. The Mayor pro tem stated these files would become apart of this meeting. The Mayor pro tem then inquired if any written communications had been received. The City Clerk replied that she was in receipt of responses from the Los Angeles County Sanitation District, the Los Angeles County Flood Control District and The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California expressing no objections to the proposed vacation. Director of Public Works Glickman reported that considerable study had gone into the environmental impact the proposed vacation of Sheldon Street would have on the surrounding territory and it was determined the closure would not have a significant impact. Recom- mended approval of the vacation of this portion of Sheldon Street. The Mayor pro tem inquired if anyone present wished to speak regarding this matter. There being no response, motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Rockhold, that the hearing be closed. Motion carried. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Bue, that resolution, entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 2768 A RESOLUTICN OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE VACATION (SUBJECT TO THE RESERVATION AND EXCEPTION OF CERTAIN EASEMENTS AND RIGHTS-OF-WAY) OF A CERTAIN PORTION OF SHELDON STREET WITHIN SAID CITY AS CONTEMPLATED BY RESOLUTION OF INTENTION NO. 2761 which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold, and Mayor pro tem Van Vranken Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Mayor Balmer 7. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS a. Mr. Harry Cogan, 336 Hillcrest Street, reported on aircraft flights overt the city during April, that five of the violations were twin engine aircraft and one American Airlines 707 aircraft. City Manager Jones stated that Mayor Balmer had met with the Deputy Director of Airports regarding the complaints and received assurance again that their policy was to discourage over - flights and encouraged citizens to report any violations. Mr. Nagel suggested that Mr. Cogan keep a log of the time and dates of violations he observes, these could be added to the list for further action to dis- courage the violations. b. Mr. Merl Luikens, 707 East Pine Avenue, inquired about the widening of ine Avenue. -2- May 3, 1977 Council Minutes X-4432 7. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (continued) Director of Public Works Glickman pointed out the changes pro - posted in the Recreation Park Expansion Project, that Pine Avenue would be improved on the south side of the street from Sheldon Street to the abandoned railroad tracks and the roadway across the railroad would be constructed to Sierra Street. C. Mrs. Nicky Wislocky, 617 West Elm Avenue, stated she would like to speak regarding license fees and impound fees for animal control. Mayor pro tem stated that the City Manager would be report- ing on this subject and at that time she would be given an opportunity to discuss the matter. 8. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES a. Municipal Fine Arts Committee appointments Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Bue, that the resignation of Mr. Richard Sabey be accepted; that Mrs. Jo Irene Murphy and Mrs. Allene West be appointed and Mr. Myron Yates reappointed to serve on the Municipal Fine Arts Committee and that Mrs. Murphy be named chairman to replace Mr. Sabey. Motion carried. b. Legislation 1) SB287 Permitting direct levy of overhead costs by the county to cities contracting for county services Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Council- man Rockhold, that subject bill be supported and that State Senators Marks and Beverly be apprised of the city's position. Motion carried. 2) SB90 Reimbursement of costs to local governments for projects mandated by the State Councilman Nagel reported the bill would complicate reim- bursements by forming a Reimbursement Board which would have no direct financial allocations. Thereafter, moved, seconded by Councilman Bue, that SB90 be opposed and that Senators Gregorio and Beverly be notified of the city's action. Motion carried. 3) SB1265 Repeal of Moscone Act which prohibited making commission appointments in executive sessions Motion wa r T1nrr(,1 cnrnn 1-4 ht, Colinrtl- man Bue, that SB1265 be supported. Motion carried by the follow- ing vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel and Mayor pro tempore Van Vranken Noes: Councilman Rockhold Absent: Mayor Balmer 4) Councilman Nagel asked staff to review the following insurance legislation: SB478 - requiring insurance companies to give government agencies 90 days or more notification before cancellation of coverage and 30 days notice if the company does not wish to renew the coverage. SB583 - reducing the period a claimant may file a late claim against a public entity from one year to 180 days. SB570 - allowing local governments to pay judgments in ten annual 'installments rather than in one lump sum. -3- Council Minutes May 3, 1977 X 4439 8. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES a. Legislation (continued) 5) Councilman Nagel reported that the League of California Cities had been following the Coastal Commission regulations closely, especially after a bill had been passed, to help relieve some of the problems the cities encounter. Stated he felt favorable changes in the regulations were due to the League's efforts. 6) Environmental Impact Statement for I -105 Freeway Councilman Nagel reported that correspondence recdived from the City of Lynwood and other news reports indicated that Ms. Gianturco may reject the EIS on the I -105 Freeway which would further delay construction. Stated that he wished to join in with the City of Lynwood urging representatives from all the cities along the I -105 Freeway route to meet with Governor Brown at a meeting to be scheduled during the League of Calif- ornia Cities Legislative Conference May 16 - 18, 1977, to urge approval of the EIS. 7) SB406 - deleting requirement for publication by cities of prevaiTi—ng wage rates of each public works project. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Council- man Rockhold, that SB406 be supported and the city's position reported to Senator Beverly and Assemblywoman Ryan. Motion carried. 8) Councilman Nagel reported on several bills on revenue reform, stated the League of California Cities strongly opposed SB12, opposed AB999 unless it was amended and supported SB154. 9) Councilman Nagel reported that the status of the local public works bill in Washington, D.C. was undetermined at this time because of attempts to combine it with the water quality bill. 10) Councilman Bue reported he attended a meeting of 30 or 40 city officials at which Assemblywoman Ryan reported on legis- lative activities in Sacramento. C. South Bay Cities Association. Councilman Bue reported the new vice -president of the out ay hamber of Commerce spoke regarding the local business trends and it appeared the organization would be of help to the local businessman in the south bay area. 9. CONSENT CALENDAR a. Minutes of the regular City Council meeting held April 19, 1977 Motion was made by Cam., ilr - ^r 1111,n. Gnrondpri h %r Cn,inr%ilman Nagel, that the minutes of subject meeting be approved as written. Motion carried. b. Warrants 54964 through 55123 on Demand Register Summary No. 24 and Expense Checks 1439 through 1447 on Expense Check Register No. 20 in total amount of $833, 683. 52 Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that subject warrants and expense checks be ratified and approved. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold and Mayor pro tem Van Vranken Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Mayor Balmer -4- Council Minutes May 3, 1977 X1440 9. CONSENT CALENDAR (continued) C. Bid No. 76 -30 for various valves and fittings - stock items for use by Water Division Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that the low bid for each item be accepted and that purchase orders be issued to Valley Cities Supply Company in total amount of $407. 04 for Item 1, Western Water Works Supply Company in total amount of $705. 64 for Items 2 and 5 and to Taylor -Jett Company in total amount of $2, 201. 94 for Items 3, 4, and 6 through 13. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold and Mayor pro tem Van Vranken Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Mayor Balmer 10. CALL ITEMS FROM CONSENT CALENDAR None 11. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS a. City of Downey resolution opposing the California automobile assigned risk increase for Territory No. 85 which includes city of El Segundo Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Bue, that the following resolution, entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 2769 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, OPPOSING THE CALIFORNIA AUTOMOBILE ASSIGNED RISK INCREASE FOR TERRITORY NO. 85 which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold and Mayor pro tem Van Vranken Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Mayor Balmer 12. REPORTS OF OFFICERS a. City Manager Jones 1) Suggested that budget study sessions be scheduled for May 23 and May 24, and if necessary, another night in that week. Also suggested that the public hearing on the budget be scheduled with the regular City Council meeting on June 7, 1977. By mutual consent of the Council, budget sessions were scheduled for 7:00 o'clock p.m. on Monday May 23, and Tuesday May 24, the budget hearing to be held Tuesday June 7, and that proper notice be given for said hearing. 2) Report on adequacy of current animal impound costs Reported that the Southern California Humane Society advised that the present fees for impoundment of dogs and other large animals is adequate, but recommended doubling the fee for im- poundment of smaller animals. Further recommended board fees for dogs be increased to $2.00 per day and $1.00 per day for smaller animals. -5- Council Minutes May 3, 1977 12. REPORTS OF OFFICERS a. City Manager (continued) Mrs. Nicky Wislocky stated her main concern was that the animas a taken off the streets and that some way.be found to penalize the owners who let their animals run loose. Suggested that fines be levied on owners whose animals are impounded. The City Manager further reported on increased contract costs for enforcement activities in the community. City Attorney Allen advised that he had prepared an ordinance increasing dog license fees, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE "EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE" BY AMENDING SECTION 8. 12. 040 RELATING TO ANNUAL LICENSE FEES FOR DOGS which title was read. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Bue, and unanimously carried that further reading be waived. There- after, said ordinance was introduced by Councilman Bue. The Council thereupon ordered the report of current animal impound costs received and filed. 3) Purchase of photo equipment for new police facility Dek /Electro Model EP -35 MD Camera Reported that surveys indicated a sole source for the type of self- contained automatic camera necessary for prisoner proces- sing in the new police facility. Recommended that normal bidding procedures be waived and that subject item be purchased from Dek/ Electro Identification Systems Division in total amount of $2, 016. 84 for which funds are available in the current budget. Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Mayor pro tem Van Vranken, that normal purchasing procedures be waived and that purchase order be issued to Dek /Electro Identification Sys- tems Division for one Model EP -35 MD, 35 mm camera in total amount of $2, 016. 84 including sales tax and delivery. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold and Mayor pro tem Van 17ranl-cn Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Mayor Balmer 4) Deletion of second hearing requirements for final tract maps Advised that the government code does not require a public hearing before the Planning Commission for approval of final tract maps and that the Planning Commission recommended deltion of this requirement from the city's code. The City Attorney presented the ordinance deleting subject hearing requirements, entitled: - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE "EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE" BY AMENDING SECTION 19. 04. 090 RELATING TO PUBLIC HEARING ON FINAL TRACT MAPS which title was read. X 444 I -6- Council Minutes May 3, 1977 X 4 442 12. REPORTS OF OFFICERS b. City Manager (continued) Motion was made by Councilman Rockhold, seconded by Councilman Nagel and unanimously carried that further reading be waived. Thereafter, said ordinance was introduced by Councilman Rockhold. 5) Inspection requirements under the Solid Waste Handling and Disposal Act Advised that subject Act requires that an outside enforce- ment agency be named for the inspection of solid waste facilities, land fills, transfer stations, etc. Stated that the County Department of Health Services had relayed its willingness and capability of acting in this capacity and, therefore, recommended it be so designated. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Coun- cilman Bue, that the Coun ty of Los Angeles Department of Health Services be designated as the agency for enforcement of minimum standards for solid waste storage and handling in accordance with the requirements of Assembly Bill No. 2439 and the Mayor be authorized to sign a resolution making the designation. Motion carried. 6) Continued participation in South Bay Regional Burglary Team Presented a recommendation to participate in the third year South Bay Regional Burglary Team Grant Project. Advised that matching funds in amount of $655. 20 would be required. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Coun- cilman Bue, that matching funds in amount of $655.20 be allocated for participation in the South Bay Regional Burglary Team Project and that resolution, entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 2770 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF AN APPLICATION ON BEHALF OF THE EL SEGUNDO POLICE DEPARTMENT which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold and Mayor pro tem Van Vi ankci, Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Mayor Balmer 7) Appropriation of funds in support of Unemployment Compensation Act litigation Recommended $2, 500 be appropriated from the Contingency Account of the General Fund as El Segundo's share in support of subject court action. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Coun- cilman Bue, that the city partipate in the litigation proposed by the National Institute of Municipal Law Officers (NIMLO) regarding the constitutionality of the Unemployment Compensation Act of 1976 and that $2, 500 be appropriated from the Contingency Account of the General Fund for this purpose. Motion carried by the following vot 6: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold and Mayor pro tem Van Vranken Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Mayor Balmer Council Minutes May 3, 1977 X4 +43 12. REPORTS OF OFFICERS a. City Manager (continued) 8) Environmental Impact Statement for I -105 Freeway Recommended that the city write to Governor Brown asking him to either directly approve or instruct Ms. Gianturco to approve the EIS so that the freeway will not be further delayed. Councilman Nagel suggested that a copy of the city's com- munication be given directly to the governor and Ms. Gianturco so that El Segundo would not be counted out because of its absence at the planned meeting. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Coun- cilman Bue, that a letter be sent to Governor Brown with a copy to Ms. Gianturco urging that the EIS for the I -105 Freeway be approved. Motion carried. 9) Requested a meeting with the Council in executive session immediately following the Council meeting to discuss salary nego- tiations and possible litigation. b. City Attorney Allen 1) Amendment to Agreement with Book Publishing Company Presented an amendment to the agreement the city has with subject company increasing the charge for printing the El Segundo Municipal Code. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Coun- cilman Bue, that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that that certain form of Amendment to Agreement between the City of El Segundo and Book Publishing Company, pre- sented to this Council on this date, be and the same is hereby approved, and after execution by each of the above -named parts@ @, a copy of said Amendment be placed on file in the office of the City Clerk; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor pro t@m of the City of El S@gund® b@ and he i@ hereby authorij@d to @x @ @ut@ @aid Am @nd= ment for and on b @half of @aid city and th@ City Clerk to attest the same. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold and Mayor pro tem Van Vranken Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Mayor Balmer c. Director of Public Works Glickman 1) Bids for modifications to Sanitation Pumping Plant No. 9 Specification No. 76 -9 Reported that bids had been received for subject project on April 18, 1977, which bids were as follows: Name Amount of Bid Instrumental and Mechanical Systems, Inc. $ 31,640. Protocon, Inc. $ 31,730. Hydro- Mechanical Company $ 35,900. M. E. Fridrich Company $ 39,950. Equinox -8- $ 40,450. Council Minutes May 3, 1977 x4441 12. REPORTS OF OFFICERS C. Director of Public Works (continued) 1) Bids on Specification No. 76 -9 (continued) Recommended acceptance of the low bid. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Bue, that the following resolution be adopted: WHEREAS, the City of El Segundo, California, duly advertised for bids for modifi- cations to Sanitation Pumping Plant No. 9 in accordance with Specification No. 76 -9; and WHEREAS, said bids were received by said City Council on April 18, 1977; and WHEREAS, the Director of Public Works found that the bid of Instrumental and Mechanical Systems, Inc., in total amount of $31, 640 was the lowest responsible bid; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, that the bid of Instrumental and Mechanical Systems, Inc. , the lowest responsible bid, be accepted; and . BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor pro tem of said city be and he is hereby authorized and instructed to execute the contract herein awarded for and on behalf of the city and in its name and the City Clerk to attest the same, affix the seal and make delivery thereof in due course; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all bids received, except the bid of Instrumental and Mechanical Systems, Inc. , are hereby rejected and the City Clerk is hereby authorized and instructed to return the bid bonds of all unsuccessful bidders. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold and Mayor pro tem Van Vranken Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Mayor Balmer 2) Civic Center Irrigation System Phase I, Specification No. 76 -8 Advised that construction of Phase I of subject project had been completed satisfactorily on April 12, 1977 by Allied Sprinkler Company in compliance with'the city's plans and specifications and that Notice of Completion had been filed with the Los Angeles County Recorder. Recommended the Council accept the work as being satisfactorily complete. Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Council- man Nagel, that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that the City Council concurs in the recommendation of the Director of Public Works and that Phase I of the Civic Center Irrigation System, constructed by Allied Sprinkler Company, is hereby accepted as complete in accordance with Specification No. 76 -8 as of April 12, 1977. -9- Council Minutes May 3, 1977 12. REPORTS OF OFFICERS 13. c. Director of Public Works (continued) 2) Civic Center Irrigation System Completion (continued) Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold and Mayor pro tem Van Vranken Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Mayor Balmer 3) Agreement with Manhattan Beach for landscape maintenance of Rosecrans Avenue Advised that at the present time the cities of E1 Segundo and Manhattan Beach share equally the costs for maintaining the landscap- ing in the median strip of Rosecrans Avenue with the work being done by Manhattan Beach city forces. Stated that staff made a survey and found that approximately $4000 annually, could be saved if E1 Segundo assumed responsibility for maintaining half of the strip. Reported that Manhattan Beach City Council approved a revised landscaping maintenance agreement to this effect, replacing the former agree- ment entered into in 1968, at its meeting held April 5, 1977. Pre- sented said agreement whereby El Segundo would maintain the median strip of Rosecrans Avenue between Sepulveda Boulevard easterly to Aviation Avenue, and Manhattan Beach would maintain the strip from Sepulveda Boulevard westerly to Highland Avenue. Recommended approval. Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Mayor pro tem Van Vranken, that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that that certain form of Agreement between the cities of Manhattan Beach and El Segundo for landscape maint @nanc @, presented to this Council on this dat @, b@ and th@ same is hereby approved, and after @x @cution by each of the abov @ -nam @d parti @s, a copy of @aid Agreement be placed on fil@ in th@ offi @@ of th@ City Clerk; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor pro t @mpor@ of th@ City of El ®@gundo b@ and h@ i@ h @r @by authoris @d to @x @ @ut@ @aid Agr @ @m @nt for and on b @half of @aid @ity and th@ City Ciork to att@st the @am @. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold and Mayor pro tem Van Vranken Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Mayor Balmer UNFINISHED BUSINESS a. Ordinance prohibiting use of Southern Pacific railway right - of -way property between Center Street and Sepulveda Blvd. City Attorney Allen presented subject ordinance for re- adoption, entitled: ORDINANCE NO. 925 AN INTERIM ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, PROHIBITING THE USE OF CERTAIN PROPERTY., which title was read. -10- X4445 Council Minutes May 3, 1977 X 4 -146 13. UNFINISHED BUSINESS (continued) Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Council- man Rockhold, that further reading be waived. Motion carried. Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Rockhold, that said ordinance be readopted. On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold and Mayor pro tem Van Vranken Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Mayor Balmer 14. NEW BUSINESS a. The Council and staff discussed the water drought problems and various ways of coping with the shortage. Council asked staff to investigate the supply of reclaimed water for industrial and irrigation purposes. Mr. Glickman advised that a report would be furnished in the next few weeks on the activity of reuse of water from the Hyperion Plant. b. Councilman Nagel advised that the terms of two Recreation and Parks Commissioners would expire this month and one Planning Commissioner's term would expire June 30th. Requested that con- sideration be given to this matter at the next regular City Council meeting. 15. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS None 16. ADJOURNMENT: At the hour of 9 :05 o'clock p. m., the Council recessed to an Executive Session in the Mayor's office to discuss salary negotiations and possible litigation. At the hour of 9 :50 o'clock p. m. , the Council reconvened, the following members being present and answering roll call: Bue, Nagel, Rockhold and Van Vranken. No further business appearing to come before the Council at this session, motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by. Councilman Bue, that the meeting adjourn, the hour of adjournment being 9:53 o'clock p.m. Motion carried. Respectfully submitted, APPROVED: Valerie A. Burrowes, City erk r, Richard K. Van Vranken, Mayor pro tempore -11- Council Minutes May 3, 1977