1977 SEP 20 CC MINMINUTES OF P_E'—:;ULAR MEETING
T '` COUNCIL OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA
i1e Council convened in regular session on Sepieni�-,- 2,.
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_1 of the United States of America was !�-d b,,
OF Public Wori-1-s.
ii1c., t,vus opened with an invocation delivered by Pastor Edward HunTei
it ed' Methodist Church.
Bue, Nagel, Rockhold,
Va,-, 'N/ranken and Mayor Balmer
Absent: Councilmen None
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. ..... :!iu., aouthern Crjl*,fc)r.-)ia Automobile ki_ uL,
iTation to kiayor Balmer, Traffic Safety Engineer GI
-i;7iir:SOn. Stated that it was being presented on b.1,.cJf' -,I
fiction of America for cj perfect safety record for the hest i c, t;,-
lvdillei also advised that Sgt Allen R. Baumruck jr., ha,i
fo attend the Delinquency Control Institute of the U
wesented a certificate of said scholarship to Sgi.
[_,,rcintrnan, Southern: California Rapid Tr: :in'�i- I
One various bus routes that would serve El Sepu!-ic'.'
in the rows -es. Stated that Line J'-J'o
Lus Angeles via !.,'Vestchester, ending in K,--Oo,id-; f,-
i-'3; - rs thut another ccainection would
run sevs,: r., week at 1,;J4
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and asked 1C.-, remarks from the couricihnu,,[J.:;_
i-!cigel reported ti.cr the Clean Water t-ci bero,u thr;
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in�j held up. Stated efforts 1 been made to bring abO
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nca it discharge of wostr�- .,ater in the ocean; that the ckai;r--ir, of
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7. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES (continued)
the Environmental Quality Committee testified on behalf of the National League
of Cities requesting that the sludge disposal section of the bill stipulate that
municipal sludge be processed, used, and disposed of in the most environmentally
sound, socially acceptable, technologically feasible and economically realistic
manner available and asked that restrictions on the disposal involve public purti-
cipations, that ocean outfalI be judged on case by case basis with decisions being
made on scientific research rather than speculation.
Thereafter, Councilman Nagel moved, seconded by Councilman %fan \',Ji,ke; ,
that Congressmen Robert Dornan and Harold Johnson, Chuirmun of thy,- house
Committee on Public Works and Transportation, be contacted, u,gi:,g ii,,1.
assistance in getting immediate congressional action in this regard. rh<;tion
carried.
C. C.ounciimar, Nagel requested that the Council support HR-8279 wi,i:.i; is a
bill setting a surtax on air traffic tickets to be used to update the aircrc.fr rot
noise level reduction. Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Nugf:l;
seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that Congressmen Robert Dornan and
Glenn Anderson, chairman of the committee, be urged to support HR- 8279.
d. Councilman Nagel stated that El Segundo's trash collection contract, which
includes noise regulations, has received national attention_ Stated that many
cities have inquired of the Environmental Protection Agency on how to control
noisy trash collectors, and some communities have taken this city's exam ple of
including noise requirements in their contracts.
e. South Bay Regional Public Communications Authority. Councilman Van
Vran en reported that the staff had requested a proposal for installation of
ho,dware equipment in the Communications Center to allow various communities
to tie in their burglary alarm systems. Stated the Authority agreed to t1-,- instul-
latior provided at least one city or an alarm system company representative
guaranteed one - seventh of the cost, approximately $1,100. Further sruted there
appears to be little interest outside of El Segundo, so a specific recornmendation
will be presented to the Council at a later date, at which time u �j.:.terr,;i,,c ,
may be needed on whether El Segundo would be the lead agency to guurontee tl;e
one - seventh portion. Stated he believed that once the system was in other
cities may see the advantages of having such service.
8. C-ONSEN T CALENDAR
COUnCilman Nagel requested that Item a) be removed froze, the CuleAO, ar,d City
Manager Jones requested that Item d) also be removed for discnssio„ .
b. Warranty No. 56554 through 56711 on Demand Register Sunr;r;',, I +
Expense Checks No. 1594 through 1607 on Expense Ch,.ci: ftagi:;; C !t, • �
i n t ota I amount of $441,906.45.
Mcticj„ was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded b',' .�. �i,.,�r,
Rockhold, tkat subject warrants and expense checks be ratified arid upproved.
Motion cc;•ried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold,
Var, Vranken and Mayor Balmer
Councilmen None
F,uyenr. Councilmen, None
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8. CONSENT CALENDAR (continued)
c. State Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, application for transfer of
On -Sale Beer and Wine License, Canton Low, 435 Main Street
Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman
Rockhold, that subject application be received and filed. Motion carried.
9. CALL ITEMS FROM CONSENT CALENDAR
a. Minutes of regular meeting of the City Council held September b, 1977
Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken,
that the attorney's name on the first line of Page 4 of subject minutes be corrected
to read, Lee Dolley in lieu of Colin Lennard. Motion carried.
d. State Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, application for On -Sale
Beer and Wine License from Tasco Myers Cafe, 411 East Grand Avenue
City Manager Jones advised this cafe was located adjacent to the Teen Center
and Recreation Park and for this reason, staff believed it would not be appropriate
to permit the sale of alcoholic beverages at that location. Recommended the issu-
ance of a license be protested.
Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken,
that the State Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control be notified that the city
objects to issuance of a license at subject location. Motion carried.
10. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
a. Mrs. Laura Tallian, People's Lobby, request to appear before the Council
regarding eradication program of Japanese Beetles in airport areas
Mrs. Tallinn described the pesticides used in the eradication programs,
warning of the dangers of using the spraying method. Stated she would like to
form a committee of representatives in the affected areas to study the matter,
become aware of the seriousness of the problem, and encourage the use of non-
toxic methods of eradication.
b. Rolling Hills Estates request to join in an appeal to court ruling that an EIR
is not required on issue of the Hyperion sludge problem
City Manager Jones advised that the total estimated cost would be less than
$4,000.
Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman
Nagel, that the City of El Segundo participate in subject suit and that $500
be appropriated for this purpose. Motion carried.
C. Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors request for expeditious review of
the Environmental Impact Statement on the El Segundo - Norwalk Freeway
(1 -105) by the Federal Highway Administration
Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van
Vranken, that Congressman Robert Dornan be advised of El Segundo's position
in favor of hastening construction of subject freeway and that he request expe-
ditious review of the Environmental Impact Statement by the Federal Highway
Administration. Motion carried.
d. El Segundo Chamber of Commerce, expression of gratitude and appreciation
for the Council action in reducing the property tax rate
The Mayor thanked the Chamber for its consideration.
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11 . REPORTS OF OFFICERS
a. City Manager Jones
1) Purchase of property at 405 East Grand Avenue - Teenage Center
Advised that staff had been successful in negotiating for subject property
at a cost of $150,000. Stated that the owners had signed the escrow instructions,
and that a resolution had been prepared approving the escrow agreement and also
a resolution correcting a portion of the legal description as it had been previously
recorded. Recommended Council approval of the resolutions.
Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Nagel,
that the following resolution, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2806
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING
THE LEGAL DESCRIPTION SET FORTH IN RESOLU-
TION OF INTENTION NO. 1359 TO VACATE,
AND RESOLUTION NO. 1364 ORDERING THE
VACATION OF A CERTAIN PORTION OF
ARENA STREET WITHIN 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
Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that
the following resolution, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2807
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING
THE ESCROW INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE ACQUISITION
OF THE TEENAGE RECREATION CENTER PROPERTY
which was read, be adopted.
On roll call, said motion carried and said resolution was adopted by the
following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Van Vranken
and Mayor Balmer
Noes: Councilman Rockhold
Absent: Councilmen None _
2) Advised that he had contacted the De Leuw Cather Company regarding
its Ground Access Study at LAX and had tentatively arranged for a presentation
to the Council on October 4, 1977, vJnich could be presented prior to the regular
Council meeting if the Council so wished. The Council concurred with the
arrangements.
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11 . REPORTS OF OFFICERS (continued)
b. City Attorney Allen
1) Resolution supporting the City of Inglewood request to the Los Angeles
Department of Airports to investigate a landing threshold shift at theairport
Motion was made byCouncilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Bue, that
the following resolution, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2808
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO SUPPORTING THE CITY
OF INGLEWOOD'S REQUEST TO LOS ANGELES
DEPARTMENT OF AIRPORTS TO TAKE ADDITIONAL
ACTION TO INVESTIGATE THE POTENTIAL OF A
LANDING THRESHOLD SHIFT AT LOS ANGELES
INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
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
Councilman Nagel stated that this action does not in any way change the
Council's opposition to movement of the landing threshold; it means the Council
is concerned about the changes at LAX and supports the study to see what effect
it will have on El Segundo.
2) Temporary trailer permit of Financial Savings and Loan Association
Recommended that the temporary trailer permit be continued to December 6,
1977 and representatives from Financial Savings and Loan Association as well as
Sepulveda Properties, Inc., be invited to attend the first Council meeting in
December to report on firm plans made for the establishment of permanent quarters
for subject association.
Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Bue,
that the City Attorney's recommendation be approved and that the City Clerk be
directed to advise said parties of this action. Motion carried.
c. Director of Public Works Glickman
1) Plans and Specifications No. 77 -7 for Civic Center Irrigation System
Phases II and III
Advised that Phase II and III cover installation of piping and necessary
landscaping around the new police facility and City Hall. Recommended approval
of the specifications and authority to advertise for bids.
Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Van
Vranken, that the following resolution be adopted:
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C. Director of Public Works (continued)
RESOLVED, that a copy of SPECIFICATION
NO. 77 -7 and NOTICE INVITING BIDS FOR THE CON-
STRUCTION OF CIVIC CENTER IRRIGATION SYSTEM
(PHASES II & III) BETWEEN MAIN STREET AND STAND-
ARD STREET AND GRAND AVENUE AND HOLLY AVENUE
IN THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, presented
to the City Council on this date, be approved, and a copy
placed on file in the office of the City Clerk; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that sealed bids
be and the some 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 recep-
tion of bids being hereby fixed at 11 :00 o'clock a.m., on
Monday, October 24, 1977.
Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold,
Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilmen None
2) Change Order No. 19 to contract with Ray Wilson Company for bullet
proofing ceiling of pistol range
Recommended approval of subject change order.
Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Rockhold,
that Change Order No. 19 to the contract with Ray Wilson Company for labor
and material to bullet proof a portion of the ceiling of the new police facility
pistol range, in total amount of $681 be approved and the Mayor authorized to
sign said change order on behalf of the City of El Segundo and the City Clerk
to attest the same. Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold,
Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilmen None
3) Change Order No. 1 to contract with Clarke Contracting Corporation
for removal and relocation of chain link fencing
Recommended approval of subject change order.
Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman
Bue, that Change Order No. 1 to the contract with Clarke Contracting Corpora-
tion for removal and replacement of fencing at the Joslyn Center parking lot
in total amount of $1,455.30, be approved and the Mayor authorized to sign
said change order on behalf of the City of El Segundo and the City Clerk to
attest the same. Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold,
Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilmen None
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c. Director of Public Works (continued)
4) Correction in bid of American Pacific Concrete Pipe Company, Inc.
( AMPAC) for Storm Drain Lateral I -C, Specification No. 74-20
Advised that AMPAC was the low bidder for subject project and that in
reviewing the bid document, an error was discovered changing the total amount
from $622, 673.50 to $611,861 .50. Stated that this does not change the status
of the low bidder and, therefore, recommended approval of the correct amount.
Motion was made by Councilman Rockhold, seconded by Councilman
Nagel, that the corrected amount of the bid from AMPAC be approved and
accepted in the total amount of $611, 861 .50. Motion carried by the following
vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Rockhold,
Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilmen None
12. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. Ordinance approving agreement with County of Los Angeles for tract and
parcel map checking
City Attorney Allen presented subject ordinance, entitled:
ORDINANCE NO. 942
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE "EL SEGUNDO
MUNICIPAL CODE" BY ADDING SECTION 19.04.045
TO CHAPTER 19.04 ENTITLED "SUBDIVISIONS"
which title was read.
Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, further reading of said
ordinance was waived. Thereafter, motion was made by Councilm an Bue,
seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, 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. NEW BUSINESS
a. Councilman Bue reported that the Sister City Committee planned to take the
baseball team to Guaymas to compete with Mexican teams October 7 through
October 10 and had requested that the City loan the Recreation Department's
van and station wagon to transport the boys to Guaymas.
Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken,
that the City's station wagon and van be provided to the Sister City Organization
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for transporting the baseball team to Guaymas for the purpose of engaging the
Guaymas team in baseball games and that the condition for said loan be that
adequate insurance in a form approved by the City Attorney, in an amount
approved by the City Manager, be provided while said vehicles are in the
United States; and that appropriate certificate of insurance be provided in
a form approved by the City Attorney, in an amount approved by the City
Manager while said vehicles are in Mexico and that said insurance coverage
be provided by the Sister City Organization as a condition for use of the van
and station wagon. Motion carried unanimously.
14. ADJOURNMENT
No other business appearing to come before the Council at this session, motion
was made by Mayor Balmer, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that the meeting
adjourn in memory of Mr. Hal Fullerton, and that this meeting adjourn until
6:30 o'clock p.m., Tuesday, October 4, 1977 in the Council Chamber of the
City Hall of the City of El Segundo; the hour of adjournment of this meeting
being 8:45 o'clock p.m. Motion carried.
APPROVED:
E. L. Ba mer, Mayor
Respectfully submitted,
Valerie A. Burrowes, City Clerk
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