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1977 MAY 17 CC MINX4447 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO May 17, 1977 1 . CALL TO ORDER The El Segundo City Council convened in regular session on May 17, 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 Council- man Van Vranken. 3. INVOCATION Mr. David Schultz, minister for the Church of Christ, delivered the invo- cation for the meeting. 4. ROLL CALL Present: Councilmen Nagel, Vrn Vranken and Mayor Balmer Absent: Councilmen Bue and Rockhold 5. PRESE NTATIONS a. Proclamation declaring May 15 through May 21, 1977 as NATIONAL POLICE WEEK Mayor Balmer read the proclamation urging everyone to become acquainted with the duties and responsibilities of their Police Department and called upon civic organizations to observe the week with appropriate ceremonies commemor- ating the dedicated service of the police officers. Thereafter, the Mayor pre- sented Police Chief James Johnson with the proclamation. b. Certificate of Commendation to El Segundo High School Acappella Choir Mayor Balmer announced that the choir had served as musical goodwill ambassadors to the Yucatan Apri 1 20 through 26, 1977 and presented the certif- icate to the choir members and their teacher, Miss Diane Simons, commending them for acting on behalf of the city. Miss Simons stated that the kPVS to the City of El Segundo had been presented to the governor and the mayor of Yucatan and that in turn they had extended greetings to the Mayor of E Segundo. 6. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS a. Public hearing on Negative Declaration for 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 announced that due to the absence of two councilmen, this hearing would be continued until the next regular City Council meeting to be held June 7, 1977. 7. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS a. Appeal of Mr. Ed. Moss, 234 Arena Street for relief from Electrical Code Requ irements Building Safety Director Dalgleish stated that Mr. Moss appealed enforce- ment of Code Section 16.08.200 which states that no building or groups of buildings on any one premise or lot shall be supplied through more than one service drop. Stated that subject property was being remodeled and that the x 4448 -- 7. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (continued) contractor had thought the building was located on two separate parcels of land. After discussion, Council concurred that the Municipal Code should not be changed and that circumstances were such that a deviation could be made in this one instance. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that Mr. Moss' appeal be granted, that the Building Safety Director be directed to deviate from the enforcement of Code Section 16.08.200 in this particular instance only and that this deviation shall in no way be interpreted as setting a precedent. Motion carried. Mr. Moss thanked the Council and Mr. Dolgleish for their consideration. 8. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES a. AB1815 relating to Labor Relations Councilman Nagel reported that this bill would authorize agency shop and that he thought this type legislation should be handled in the meet and confer sessions. Thereafter moved, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that State representatives be notified that the City of El Segundo is opposed to subject legislation. Motion carried. b. Noise Abatement Committee Councilman Nagel advised that a new noise ordinance had been drafted and was being circulated to department heads for comments. Further stated that Mr. Will Rusch is moving out of the city and recommended that a Certificate of Appreciation be presented to Mr. Rusch for his fine work on the Noise Abatement Committee. c. Councilman Nagel reported that the Local Public Works bill had been passed, that drought related facilities in California will be given high consideration and that the deadline for submitting application for funds is the first week in June, 1977. City Manager Jones reported that delays had been encountered in the storm drain construction project, and therefore, proposed that both this project and the water reservoir project be submitted for consideration. The Council concurred with the City Manager's proposal. d. Intercity Transportation Committee Councilman V-in Vranken reported that Torrance Councilman George Brewster, who is a member of the Rapid Transit District Board of Director, re- ported on problems of financing operations. He stated that reduction would have to be made in service and possibly fare increases. Stated that RTD was asking the cities to help defray some of the costs. e. Mayor Balmer reported on present water supply problems and the energy shortages anticipated. f. Consideration of appointments for the Planning Commission and Recreation and Parks Commission Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that Mr. Anthony E. Arndt and Mrs. Kitt Walsh be reappointed to serve 4 -year terms on the Recreation and Parks Commission, said terms to expire May 14, 1981. Motion carried. -2- Council Minutes May 17, 1977 0 a X 44--4q REPORTS OF COMMITTEES (continued) Thereafter, Council agreed to postpone consideration of the Planning Com- mission appointment until a ful I counci I is present. CONSENT CALENDAR a. Minutes of the regular City Council meeting held May 3, 1977 Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that the minutes of subject meeting be approved as written. Motion carried. b. Warrants 55124 through 55263 on Demand Register Summary No. 25 and Expense Checks 1448 through 1466 on Expense Check Register No. 21 in total amount of $691,634.42. Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that subject warrants and expense checks be ratified and approved. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Vm Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen Bue and Rockhold c. Bid No. 76 -31 for various items of playground equipment for use in Recreation Park Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that the sole bid of Gametime be accepted for subject equipment in total amount of $4,144.60 including sales tax, and that purchase order be issued to said company in said amount. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen Bue and Rockhold d. Sale of motor vehicles no longer needed for municipal purposes Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that the following vehicles be declared surplus and that sealed bids be solicited for same: Unit 394, 1971 Plymouth 4 -door sedan Unit 3961 1973 Dodge 4 -door sedan Unit 531, 1966 Ford Van Unit 409, 1966 Ford pick up Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen Bue and Rockhold 10. CALL ITEMS FROM CONSENT CALENDAR None -3- Council Minutes May 17, 1977 X 4450 11. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS a. Los Angeles County Transportation Commission, requesting the cooperative assistance from the County of Los Angeles and every city therin by pledging financial support to continue the Southern California Rapid Transit District services, suggesting the contributions be on a population basis which would amount to approximately $1.45 per person. Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that the City Manager respond informing the Commission that E Segundo would decline to participate. Motion carried. 12. REPORTS OF OFFICERS a. City Manager Jones 1) Completion of contract by Richard J. McAndrews Advised that subject contractor had satisfactorily completed installation of communications at two sites for the South Bay Regional Public Communica- tions Authority and that Notice of Completion had been filed with the County Recorder. Recommended acceptance of the work as complete. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of El Segundo, concurs in the recommendation of the South Bay Regional Public Communications Authority and that the installations performed by Richard J. McAndrews at Punta place in Palos Verdes Estates and at the South Bay Hospital in Redondo Beach be accepted as complete as of April 7, 1977. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen Bue and Rockhold 2) Richmond Street Annual Arts and Crafts Fair June 18, 1977 Presented a request from the Richmond Street Merchant's Association for permission to close Richmond Street between Grand Avenue and the Old Towne Music Hall on June 18 for subject fair. Recommended approval of the request with the following conditions: a) That the Association provide liability insurance in the amount of $100,000, naming the City of El Segundo as an insured party and that a Certificate of Insurance be provided in a form acceptable to the City Attorney prior to June 18, 1977. b) The City will post No Parking signs and will furnish barricades to be placed and removed -by the Association. c) Displays of arts and crafts will be permitted in the street area along Richmond Street; however, no displays may be permitted in the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Richmond Street. No dis- plays may be placed in Franklin Avenue. -4- Council Minutes May 17, 1977 X 4451 a- City Manager Jones 2) Richmond Street Fair (continued) d) All exhibitors wi I I be required to obtain appropriate business registration receipts. Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that Richmond Street Merchants Association be granted a permit to hold an Arts and Crafts Fair on June 18, 1977 between the hour of 10 AM and 6 PM, subject to the aforesaid terms and conditions. Motion carried. 3) Ordinance regulating political activity of non -merit system employees Reported that subject ordinance would amend the Municipal Code applying the same political activity provisions governing merit system employees to non -merit system and certain part -time employees. Acting City Attorney Dolley presented the ordinance, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE "EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE" BY ADDING SECTION 2.29.030 2.29.040 and 2.29.050 TO CHAPTER 2.29, entitled, "POLITICAL ACTIVITY" which title was read. There being no objections, further reading of said ordinance was waived. Thereafter, the ordinance was introduced by Councilman Nagel. At this time, Planning Director Loverde introduced his new associate planner, Mr. John Chiu. Mr. Chiu expressed his thanks for the opportunity of working with the City. 4) Fire Safety Employees Military Service provisions in the Public Retire- ment System Presented a Resolution of Intention to approve an amendment to the Public Employees' Retirement System contract to include military service credit for fire safety employees and presented an ordinance authorizing the aforesaid amendment to the contract. Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that the following resolution, entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 2771 RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM AND THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen Bue and Rockhold -5- Counci I Minutes May 17, 1977 X 4 452 - -- a • City Manager Jones 4) Military Service in Public Retirement System (continued) The acting City Attorney presented the ordinance authorizing the amendment to the PERS contract, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT BE- TWEEN THE CITY COUNCIL AND THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM which title was read. There being no objections, further reading of said ordinance was waived. Thereafter, the ordinance was introduced by Councilman Van Vranken. 5) Appropriation of funds for temporary office space and extension of time for resident inspector for Civic Center Project Stated that because of the extension of the Civic Center contract for approximately one year, it would be necessary for the city to lease the temporary trailers for office space and that the services of the resident inspector will be required beyond the original contract time. Recommended that $16,360 be allocated from the unappropriated reserves of the General Fund for the aforesaid purposes. Further stated that some restitution would be made by the contractor, but the amounts were not known at this time. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that the City Manager's recommendation be approved and that $16,360 be allocated from the unappropriated reserves of the General Fund. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen Bue and Rockhold 6) Electromagnetic Pulse Protection (EMP) for Civic Center Advised that the concept of subject protection had been previously agreed upon by the Council and the City's application for matching funds had been approved by the Civil Defense Agency. Recommended the City's share, in amount of $2,449, be appropriated for EMP protection from the unappropriated reserves of the General Fund. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that $2,449 be allocated from the unappropriated reserves of the General Fund for Electromagnetic Pulse Protection costs. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen Bue and Rockhold -6- Council Minutes May 17, 1977 - -- )(44-53 a. City Manager 6) EMP for Civic Center (continued) Change Order No. 1 to Com Sales contract for Electromagnetic Pulse Protection (EMP) Recommended that subject Change Order be approved. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that Change Order No. 1 to the Com Sales, Div. of Rimo Manufacturing, Inc. contract in total amount of $150.00 for the addition of Electro- magnetic Pulse Protection, presented to this Council on this date, be and the some is hereby approved, and after execution by each of the above -named parties, a copy 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 Change Order for and on behalf of said city and the City Clerk to attest the same. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen Bue and Rockhold 7) Change Order No. 2 to General Electric Company for Electromagnetic Pulse Protection (EMP) Recommended that subject Change Order be approved. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that Change Order No. 2 to General Electric Comrnn� contract in amount of $ 1,202.90 for the addition of Electromagnetic Pulse Protection, 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 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 same . Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen Bue and Rockhold Council Minutes -7- May 17, 1977 X4454 a. City Manager (continued) 8) Change Order No. 1 to contract with Motorola, Inc. for Electromagnetic Pulse Protection (EMP) Recommended that subject change order be approved. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that Change Order No. 1 to Motorola, Inc., contract in amount of $779.00 for the addition of Electromagnetic Pulse Protection, 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 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 same. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen Bue and Rockhold 9) Change Order No . 15 to contract with Ray Wilson Company for Electromagnetic Pulse Protection (EMP) Recommended that subject change order be approved. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that Change Order No. 15 to Ray Wilson Company contract in amount of $2,765.78 for the addition of provisions for Electromagnetic Pulse Protection, 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 same. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Counci Imen None Absent: Councilmen Bue and Rockhold Council Minutes May 17, 1977 ,K4. 5" a. City Manager (continued) 10) Agreement with Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department for participation in Justice Data Interface Controller System Advised that the subject system would provide terminals to police agencies throughout the county to access central computers which, in turn, would interface with and query various state and national data banks. Stated that the Sheriff's Department had been designated the California law enforcement telecommunications system control agency for Los Angeles County and in order to facilitate use of the system, El Segundo would be required to enter into an agreement with the county. Recommended approval. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that that certain Agreement between the City of El Segundo and the County of Los Angeles for the El Segundo Police Department to participate in the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Justice Data Interface Controller System, presented to this Council on this date, be and the same is hereby approved, and after execution by each of the above - named parties, a copy of said Agreement be placed on file in the office of the City Clerk; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor of the City of E I Segundo be and he is hereby authorized to execute said Agreement for and on behalf of said city and the City Clerk to attest the same. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen Bue and Rockhold b. Acting City Attorney Dolley 1) Report on temporary trailer permit at 550 North Sepulveda Boulevard Requested that the Council allow a delay in the presentation of subject report until the meeting of June 21, 1977. By mutual consent of the Counci I, the aforesaid request was granted. C. Director of Public Works Glickman 1) Test of water meter removed from 617 Illinois Court Presented test reports on subject meter from Reliant Testing Laboratory and Hersey Products, Inc. Stated that the meter meets the American Water Works Standards for variations and the reports indicated the meter registered water delivered. Recommended that staff proceed with the collection of the past -due bill for water at subject location. Mr. R. E. White, 617 Illinois Court, stated the water used was approx- imately nine times normal usage and that investigations had revealed it would be almost impossible for that much water to be used within a 2 -month period. -9- Council Minutes May 17, 1977 X.4.4,56 c. Director of Public Works 1) Test of water meter (continued) After discussion, the Mayor asked staff to have the meter dismantled and retested at a testing laboratory in the presence of Mr. White. Coun- cilman Van Vranken stated he did not think this was appropriate action, that it was a waste of time and money. 2) Specification No. 76 -6 Expansion of Recreation Park, Phase I Advised that only one bid, that of Sully - Miller, had been received in response to subject request for bids and that it was staff's opinion that the reasons may have been that the title was misleading and that the specifica- tions called for a wide variety of work. Stated that the specifications had been revised deleting landscaping work, changing fencing and entrance wall materials, etc. Recommended that the bid of Sully - Miller be rejected, the revised Plans and Specifications approved, and authorization given to re- advertise for bids under the revised specifications. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that the bid of Sully - Miller be rejected and the following resolution adopted: RESOLVED, that Specification No. 76 -6 and NOTICE OF INVITING BIDS FOR STREET IMPROVEMENT AND PARKING LOT CONSTRUCTION PHASE OF THE EXPANSION OF RECREATION PARK, presented to the City Council on this date, be and the same are hereby approved and a copy placed on file in the office of the City Clerk; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that sealed bids be and the same are hereby invited under said NOTICE and the City Clerk be and she is hereby authorized and instructed to cause said NOTICE to be given and published in time, form and manner as required by law, the date and time for receipt of bids being hereby fixed at 11:00 o'clock a.m. on June 27, 1977. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen Bue and Rockhold 3) Change Order No. 14 to Ray Wilson Company contract for changes in Civic Center Project Presented subject Change Order involving eight small changes in various parts of the building, resulting in a savings to the city, which were agreeable to staff, contractor and the architect. Recommended approval. Motion was made by Councilman Naget, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that Change Order No. 14 to the Ray Wilson Company contract amounting to a reduction of $798.93 in contract costs, presented to this Council on this date, be and the same is hereby approved, and that -10- Counci I Minutes May 17, 1977 ,V44,57 c. Director of Public Works 3) Change Order No. 14 Ray Wilson Company (continued) 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 Segundo be and he is hereby auth- orized to execute said change order for and on behalf of said city and the City Clerk to attest the same. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen Bue and Rockhold 4) Resolution amending rates and charges for water service Reported that on July 1, 1977, the price of water being furnished to the city will be increased. Recommended that the rates and charges to consumers be increased to compensate for the additional cost to the city. At this time, City Attorney Allen entered the Council Chamber and Mr. Dolley was dismissed. Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Council- man Nagel, that resolution, entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 2772 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, FIXING AND ESTABLISHING RATES AND CHARGES FOR WATER SERVICE IN SAID CITY AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 2695 which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen Bue and Rockhold 5) Report on water conservation programs for the City Advised that the Metropolitan Water District had asked that water consumption be reduced by 10% throughout the city. Stated that a draft ordinance had been prepared defining non - essential uses of water, enforce- ment procedures for conservation practices and charges therefor. Further advised that another ordinance will be presented at a later time dealing with the actual reduction in water consumption. After discussion, Counci I recommended various changes be made in the ordinance. Council Minutes May 17, 1977 X 4458 c. Director of Public Works 5) Water Conservation Programs (continued) City Attorney Allen advised that this was an urgency ordinance and that the presence of four council members would be required for action. Staff was directed to revise the ordinance and present it later for Council consideration. Thereafter, the City Attorney presented an ordinance relating to the requirement of water fixtures for conservation of water, entitled: 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. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that further reading be waived. Motion carried. Thereafter, said ordinance was introduced by Councilman Nagel. 6) Los Angeles County Flood Control District request for permit to drill and construct an observation well at Sycamore Avenue east of California Street Stated that it was proposed to construct subject well within the street right of way to observe ground water quality and it would be a three -day operation. Advised that investigations determined that the project would be categorically exempt from environmental impact and that if the Council had no objections, subject permit would be issued. No objections were expressed. 13. UNFINISHED BUSINESS a. Ordinance relating to annual license fees for dogs The City Attorney presented subject ordinance for adoption, entitled: ORDINANCE NO. 930 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 Mayor Balmer, that further reading be waived. Motion carried. Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that said ordinance be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen Bue and Rockhold -12- Council Minutes May 17, 1977 am 13. UNFINISHED BUSINESS (continued) b. Ordinance deleting requirements for public hearing on final tract maps The City Attorney presented subject ordinance for adoption, entitled: ORDINANCE NO. 931 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. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken and unanimously carried that further reading be waived. Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that said ordinance be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried by the follow- ing vote: Ayes: Councilmen Nagel, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen Bue and Rockhold 14. NEW BUSINESS a. City Manager Jones advised that the owner of the property on the corner of Center Street and El Segundo Boulevard had lowered the wall lessening the sight obstruction at that intersection. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Mayor Balmer, that the owner of that property be given the proper thanks for his contribution to the community. b. Councilman Nagel asked staff to investigate ways of improving vision of motorists at the northeast corner of Eucalyptus and El Segundo Boulevard. 15. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS None 16. ADJOURNMENT No other business appearing to come before the Council at this session, motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that the meeting adjourn in memory of Mrs. Marie E. Carr and Mr. John La May, and further that the meeting adjourn unti I Monday, May 23, 1977 at the hour of 7:00 o'clock p.m., in the Council Chamber of the City Hall of the City of E Segundo; the hour of adjournment of this meeting being 9:45 o'clock p.m. Motion carried. APPROVED: Baimer, Mayor Respectfully submitted, � */ L /,;) Valerie A. Burrowes, City Cler -13- Council Minutes fA 17, 1977 X440 MINUTES OF THE ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA MAY 23, 1977 1 . CALL TO ORDER The El Segundo City Council convened in an adjourned regular session on May 23, 1977 at 7 :00 o'clock p.m., in the Council Chamber of the El Segundo City Hall. The Clerk reported that a Notice of Adjournment had been posted as required by law and that affidavit of posting was in the City Clerk's file. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The salute to the Flag of the United States of America was led by Councilman Bue. 3. INVOCATION Mr. Gordon Stephens delivered the invocation for the meeting. 4. ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmen Bue, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Absent: Councilmen Nagel and Rockhold 5. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS City Manager Jones presented the Preliminary Budget for 1977 -78, summar- izing the various funds. At this time, the hour being 7:07 o'clock p.m., Councilman Nagel entered the Council Chamber and took his place at the Council table. Discussions were had on each department's budget as it was presented by the City Manager. It was mutually agreed that discussion of the budget for the Police and Fire departments would be deferred until May 24th along with the Capital Budget review . Councilman Rockhold entered the Council Chamber at 8 :05 o'clock p.m. and was seated at the Council table. In response to Council's questions, Mr. Gordon Stephens, Manager of the El Segundo Chamber of Commerce, stated that the increased costs were anticipated because of the relocation of the Chamber during the forthcoming year. 6. RECESS At the hour of 9 :50 o'clock p.m., the Mayor stated that the review of the departments' budgets would be continued until May 24th along with the Capital Budget review. Thereupon, the Council recessed to an executive session in the Mayor's office. At the hour of 10:08 o'clock p.m., the Council reconvened, all members being present and answering roll call. 7. ADJOURNMENT No further business appearing to come before the Council at this session, motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that the meeting adjourn until Tuesday, May 24, 1977 at the hour of 7 :00 o'clock p.m., in the Council Chamber of the City Hall of the City of El Segundo, the hour of adjournment of this meeting being 10:10 o'clock p.m. Motion carried. APPROVED: E. L. Balmer, Mayor Respectfully submitted, Valerie A. Burrowes Valerie A. Burrowes, City C e By I t: , Deputy