1979 JUL 03 CC MINMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
JULY 3, 1979
1 . CALL TO ORDER
The El Segundo City Council convened in regular session on the above date at
7:00 o'clock p.m., in the Council Chamber of the El Segundo City Hall.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The pledge of allegiance-to the Flag of the United States of America was led by
Councilman Richard K. Van Vranken.
3. INVOCATION
Police Captain Clark Devilbiss delivered an invocation.
4. ROLL CALL Present: Councilmen Benson, Bue,
Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer
Absent: Councilman Nagel
5. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
a. Hearing on adoption of proposed sewer use charges and regulations
The Mayor announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed for
the hearing on proposed regulations and charges for sewer use.
Public Works Director Glickman reported that the fee schedule provides
equitable distribution of the sewer system costs and revenue derived. That written
material expected from the State Resources Control Board or the Environmental
Protection Agency had not been received; therefore, asked if the Council might
wish to defer the action pending receipt of this material.
Discussion between staff and Council was had regarding charges, regulations,
use of ad valorem taxes for payment of the charges, whether funds would be raised
to cover the costs to the City of Los Angeles for the treatment services at the
Hyperion Plant or whether funds would be needed to cover those costs plus costs
to the City of El Segundo for administration of the program. Stated, basically,
the determination needed to be made of how the funds are to be gathered and
how much would be required.
Questions were raised regarding the fees for the companies east of Sepulveda
Boulevard which are connected to the Los Angeles County Sanitation District
rather than the Hyperion Plant.
The Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak regarding this matter.
Mrs. Nicky Wislocky, 1208 East Pine Avenue, spoke in opposition to the plan,
that she had documentation to the effect that it was not mandated that the users
be charged for the service. Suggested that the Council reject the ordinance and
hire additional legal counsel to protect the needs of the community.
Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman
Benson, that this matter be continued until the next regular City Council meeting.
Motion carried.
Mr. Ron. Hart, 608 Hillcrest Street, suggested that if the Council would write a
letter to the Environmental Protection Agency asking a specific question of the
Chairman of the Board, that an answer more than likely would be received within
thirty days; that as long as there are questions unanswered he did not think the
Council should take action.
b. Hearing on proposed Precise Plan No. 1 -79 for Industrial Office Building at
301 Douglas Street, Rockwell International Corporation
The Mayor announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed for
the hearing on subject precise plan and inquired if proper notice of the hearing
had been given. The City Clerk advised that affidavits of mailing and publishing
notices of the hearing were in her file. The Mayor directed that the files become
a part of this 'tearing and then inquired if any written communications had been
received, to which the City Clerk replied that none had been received.
Assistant Planner Wendy Cosin advised that subject plan was for a three -story
office building in an M -2 zone, that the building was compatible with surrounding
uses and the Planning Commission had approved a Negative Declaration for the
plan. Recommended certification of the Negative Declaration and approval of
subject plan.
Miss Kathy Zimmerlin, Rockwell representative, responded to Council's
inquiries regarding number of employees to be housed and provisions for sidewalks.
The Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak on this matter. There
being no response, motion was made, seconded and carried that the hearing be
closed. Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by
Councilman Bue, that the Negative Declaration prepared for Precise Plan No.
1 -79 be certified. Motion carried.
Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken,
that the following resolution, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2931
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING WITH CERTAIN
CONDITIONS PRECISE PLAN NO. 1 -79 FOR PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 301 DOUGLAS STREET WITHIN SAID CITY
which was read, be adopted.
On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Benson, Bue, Van Vranken
and Mayor Balmer
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilman Nagel
C. Hearing on proposed Vacation of Unused Right -of -Way at northwest corner
of El Segundo Boulevard and Sepulveda Boulevard
The Mayor announced that due to possible conflict of interest, he would not
participate in the action or discussion of this matter and, therefore, turned this
portion of the meeting over to Mayor pro tem Van Vranken.
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Mayor pro tem Van Vranken 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 affidavits of
mailing, publishing and posting the notices were in her file. The Mayor pro tem
directed the files become a part of this hearing, and then inquired if any written
communications had been received. City Clerk Burrowes reported that letters had
been received from the County Sanitation Districts and Metropolitan Water District
of Southern California advising that they have no existing or proposed facilities
within the vacation area, and therefore, had no objections to said action.
Director of Public Works Glickman reported that this property had at one
time been set aside for a free right hand turn and it had now been determined the
property was not required for public street purposes. Recommended adoption of
the resolution ordering subject vacation.
The Mayor pro tem inquired if anyone present wished to speak regarding this
matter. Hearing no response, motion was made, seconded and carried that the
hearing be closed. Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded
by Councilman Benson, that the following resolution, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2932
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE VACATION
(SUGJECT TO THE RESERVATION AND EXCEPTION OF
CERTAIN EASEMENTS AND RIGHT -OF -WAY) OF A CER-
TAIN PORTION OF EL SEGUNDO BOULEVARD WITHIN
SAID CITY AS CONTEMPLATED BY RESOLUTION OF
INTENTION NO. 2923
which was read, be adopted.
On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Benson, Bue and
Mayor pro tem Van Vranken
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilman Nagel
Not Voting: Mayor Balmer
d. Reconsideration of proposed change in text of zoning ordinance to reduce
minimum acreage under Planned Residential Development (PRD) Zone
The Council suggested since Councilman Nagel had requested this matter be
reconsidered, that it be held over until the next regular City Council meeting.
Ms. Susan Kleinman, 307 West Oak Avenue, asked if the parcel in question
was on Main treet etween Maple and Sycamore. Councilman Van Vranken re-
sponded that the action had nothing to do with any specific piece of property,
that any changes in zone would require hearing before the Planning Commission
and the Council.
Mr. Ed. Erdely, 209 West Acacia Avenue, stated that a person could go into
an R-1 neighbor ood, buy up several lots and put in condominiums or apartments.
Planning Chairman Christensen advised that the PRD zoning is a tool for a
special use or a specia nee ;tat a could not visualize the Commission approv-
ing any request to rezone an R -1 grouping of lots in order to make a PRD zone for
the purpose of building apartments or condominiums.
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Mrs. Wislocky suggested that the Planning Commission communicate more
thoroughly with t e Planning staff.
Assistant Planner Cosin clarified by explaining that no one has been waiting
for the change in the PRD zoning, and described two pieces of property which
might be affected if the change were made.
Hearing no further response, and no objections, the Mayor ordered that this
matter be continued until the next regular City Council meeting.
6. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
a. South Bay Regional Public Communication Authority, Board of Directors
Councilman Van Vranken reported that the Board had accepted a change in
management; Mr. Thomas Moyer had been appointed Executive Director and the
previous director, Mr. James Munson would remain with the organization as
Business Manager.
b. Centinela Valley Juvenile Diversion Project. Councilman Bue reported that
the South Bay and Centinela Valley projects wou d combine their efforts to accom-
plish objectives and to receive further funding from the County. Asked that an
alternative representative be appointed and moved that Recreation and Parks
Commissioner Anthony Arndt be named as his alternate. Motion was seconded by
Councilman Van Vranken and carried unanimously.
c. Hughes Aircraft Company EDSG Development Recreation Plan
Councilman Bue stated that due to possible conflict of interest, he would not
participate in the discussion or action in this matter.
Director of Recreation and Parks Ruis submitted tentative plans to be developed
by Hughes, and responded to Council's inquiries.
City Manager Jones inquired about assurances that the plans would be carried
out, suggesting a letter agreement to this effect be required.
After further discussion, Council agreed that a letter agreement would be
advisable to assure the proposed recreational plans are carried out.
d. Reappointment of Peter Charland to Planning Commission
Council discussed the unwritten policy about serving no more than two terms
on the commission. Loyal Christensen, Chairman of the Planning Commission,
spoke in favor of reappointment, that Mr. Charland was well qualified.
Motion was made by Mayor Balmer, seconded by Councilman Bue, that Peter
Charland be reappointed to a 4 -year term on the Planning Commission, said term
to expire June 30, 1983. Motion carried with Councilman Van Vranken abstain-
ing from voting, stating it had nothing to do with Mr. Charland's qualifications;
he would like the Council to consider limiting terms of office for commissioners.
7. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - -- None
8. CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken,
that the items listed on the Consent Calendar of the Agenda be approved as recom-
mended, as follows:
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a. Minutes of Adjourned Regular City Council Meeting held at 6 :30 P.M.
June 19, 1979
Approved as written
b. Minutes of Regular City Council Meeting held at 7 :00 P.M. June 19, 1979
Approved as written
c. Warrants Nos. 63701 through 63872 on Demand Register Summary No. 26
and Expense Checks Nos. 2319 through 2332 on Expense Check Register
No. 22 in total amount of $1,240,414.45
Ratified and approved
d. Acceptance of reappointment to Recreation and Parks Commission
Mrs. Dorothy Doukakis
Received and filed
9. CALL ITEMS FROM CONSENT CALENDAR - -- None
10. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS - -- None
11 . REPORTS OF OFFICERS
a. City Manager Jones
1) Award of contract for vehicle towing and storage
Advised that the present towing contractor had proven unsatisfactory so the
Police Department had solicited the services of Larry's 24 -Hour Towing until
proposals could be received for a new contract. Advised that only two of the
proposals received qualified under the specifications - B & H Towing and Larry's
24 -Hour Towing. Advised that staff recommended acceptance of the higher pro-
posal of B & H because of its superior storing practices and methods and its larger
facilities.
Mr. Fred Weiner of the Planning and Research Department informed the
Council regarding the difference in handling of personal property.
Mr. Robert Bernea of Larry's Towing stated the difference between his facilities
and B & H was that B & H has a larger yard, but that company does not have heavy
duty towing equipment to handle large trucks. Stated he thought his company's
response time would be faster than B & H.
Mr. Rodriquez of Bryants Inglewood Service stated that his company served
as back -up for that B & H equipment was not capable of handling anything
over two tons.
After further discussion regarding the specifications and proposal methods,
motion was made by Councilman Benson, seconded by Mayor Balmer, that the
proposal of Larry's 24 -Hour Towing be accepted. Motion carried by the follow -
i ng vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Benson, Van Vranken
and Mayor Balmer
Noes: Councilman Bue
Absent: Councilman Nagel
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2) Litigation to prevent further delays in 1 -105 Freeway construction
Advised that because of the threatened additional delays in freeway construc-
tion, the cities along the eastern end of the route had discussed the possibility of
litigation to compel action. Stated that Burke, Williams and Sorensen had repre-
sented El Segundo and the other cities in previous litigation, and asked if the
Council wished to join in this action.
Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken,
that El Segundo be included with the other cities in litigation to prevent further
delays in construction of the 1 -105 Freeway. Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Van Vranken
and Mayor Balmer
Noes: Councilman Benson
Absent: Councilman Nagel
3) Memorandum of Understand with El Segundo Police Officers' Association
Requested that this matter be discussed in Executive Session immediately follow-
ing this meeting.
4) Beach parking west of Vista del Mar at Grand Avenue
Requested that since this matter had been initiated by Councilman Nagel,
that it be deferred until the next meeting.
5) Los Angeles International Airport and Community Land Use Compatibility
St udy
Advised that the Federal Aviation Agency had approved funding for the
greater portion of subject study, the balance to be paid for by the Los Angeles
Department of Airports. Stated the study would take approximately two years to
complete and would involve an extensive amount of staff time to gather all the
information required; but that the City may receive some reimbursement for
participation and would reap related benefits from the study. Further advised
that community participation would be coordinated by the Los Angeles County
Planning Commission, and that each city had been asked to designate a person to
provide input to the Commission and to work with advisory groups. Stated he had
named Wendy Cosin, Assistant Planner to act as El Segundo's liaison. Recommen-
ded that an internal coordinating committee be formed, consisting of a member of
the Council and Planning Commission, the City Manager, Planning Director and
Director of Building Safety.
Councilman Van Vranken volunteered as did Planning Commission Chairman
Christensen to serve on the coordinating committee.
b. Director of Public Works Glickman
1) Agreement with CALTRANS for railroad crossing protection at 118th Street
Presented Supplement No. 2 to the Local Agency State Master Agreement
for installation of No. 9 automatic gates to replace existing No. 8 signals at
the Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railroad crossing with 118th Street, adjacent
to Aviation Boulevard. Advised that the City has a verbal agreement with
Northrop Corporation to pay the City's share for said installation. Recommended
approval of the agreement with the State Department of Transportation.
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Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Benson,
that the following resolution be adopted:
RESOLVED, that that certain form of
Supplement No. 2 to Local Agency Federal Aid
Safety Improvement Projects Agreement between
the City of El Segundo and the State Department of
Transportation, presented to this Council on this date,
be and the same is hereby approved, and after execu-
tion by each of the above -named parties, a copy of
said Supplement 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 Supplement for and on be-
half of said city and the City Clerk to attest the same.
On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Benson, Bue,
Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilman Nagel
2) Completion of Slurry Seal Project No. 79 -1
Advised that the irregular road bed in the 500 block of East Walnut Avenue
had been found to be caused from tree roots, and that City crews would correct
this situation; that the slurry seal work had been proper. Therefore, recommended
acceptance of the work as satisfactory as of May 20, 1979.
Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman
Bue, that the following resolution be adopted:
RESOLVED, that the Slurry Sealing of
various streets by Pavement Coatings Company be and
it is hereby accepted as complete in accordance with
Specification No. 79 -1 as of May 20, 1979.
On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Benson, Bue,
Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilman Nagel
3) Quitclaim deed releasing easement for 27" water line to Hughes
Aircraft Company
Councilman Bue advised that due to possible conflict of interest, he would
not participate in the discussion or action in this matter.
The Director of Public Works presented subject deed for an easement no
longer required by the City. Recommended approval.
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Motion was made by Councilman Benson, seconded by Councilman Van
Vranken, that the following resolution be adopted:
WHEREAS, that certain waterline
easement, insofar as it pertains to and affects the following
described real property located in the City of El Segundo,
County of Los Angeles, State of California, to wit:
That part of Section 18, Township 3, South, Range 14 West, S.B. B.M.,
Rancho Sausal Redondo, described as follows:
Beginning at the northwesterly corner of said Section 18, Rancho
Sausal Redondo as per map filed in Book 63, Page 36 of Record
of Surveys, in the office of the County Recorder of said County;
thence easterly along the northerly line of said Section 18; a
distance of 2,294.72 feet to a point; thence south 00 05' 20"
west, a distance of 20.00 feet to the intersection of the southerly
line of El Segundo Boulevard as shown on map filed as aforesaid,
said point being the point of beginning of the boundary line of
that parcel of land hereinafter described:
Beginning at a point in the southerly boundary line of El Segundo
Boulevard hereinabove mentioned; thence easterly along said
southerly line of El Segundo Boulevard, a distance of 15.00 feet
to a point; thence south 0° 05' 20" west, a distance of 33.45 feet
to a point; thence north 45° 05' 20" east, a distance of 47.33
feet to a point, said point being on the southerly line of said
El Segundo Boulevard; thence easterly along said southerly
line a distance of 21 .21 feet to a point; thence south 450 05'
20" west, a distance of 77.33 feet to a point; thence south 0°
05' 20" west, a distance of 1418.60 feet to a point; thence
south 33° 55' 35" east a distance of 948.97 feet to a point;
thence southeasterly along a line curved concave to the north-
east, the radius of which is 493.70 feet, a distance of 616.55
feet to a point; thence south 15° 28' 44" east, a distance of
15.00 feet to a point; thence south 400 06' 50" seconds east
a distance of 11 .64 feet to the intersection of the northwesterly
property line of Pacific Electric Railway Right of Way as shown
on said filed map; thence southwesterly along said northwesterly
property line a distance of 15.36 feet to a point; thence north
400 06' 50" west, a distance of 15.48 feet to a point; thence
northwesterly along a line curved concave to the northeast,
the radius of which is 508.70 feet; a distance of 618.65 feet
to a point; thence north 33° 55' 35" west a distance of 953.57
feet to a point; thence northerly in a straight line to the point
of beginning; EXCEPTING therefrom that portion lying easterly
of the easterly line of that certain 143.84 acre parcel of land
shown on a map filed in Book 89, pages 25 and 26 of Record of
Surveys in the office of said County Recorder. ALSO EXCEPT-
ING therefrom that portion lying northerly of a line parallel
with and 50 feet southerly of the said northerly Iine of Section 18.
is no longer needed by the City of El Segundo.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Mayor of the City of El Segundo
be and he is hereby authorized to execute a Quitclaim
Deed for said property from the City of El Segundo to
Hughes Aircraft Company, and the City Clerk to attest
the same.
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On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes:
Councilmen Benson, Van Vranken
and Mayor Balmer
Noes:
Councilmen None
Absent:
Councilman Nagel
Not Voting:
Councilman Bue
12. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. We -Tip Program - City Manager Jones advised that the Optimist Club had
offered to donate 0 for subject program.
13. NEW BUSINESS - -- None
14. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - -- None
15. RECESS
At the hour of 9 :30 o'clock p.m., the Council recessed to an Executive
Session in the Mayor's office. At the hour of 9 :50 o'clock p.m., the Council
reconvened; the following members being present and answering roll call:
Councilmen Berson, Bue, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer.
City Attorney Allen advised that the Memorandum of Understanding with
the Police Officers' Association had been accepted and he had prepared a minute
resolution to implement the salary features of that MOU for a 30 -day period,
which will be replaced with a permanent resolution amending the Administrative
Code at the next City Council meeting.
Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Bue,
that the following resolution be adopted:
RESOLVED, that from June 30, 1979 to and including
July 27, 1979, the City shall provide, in addition to the
compensation provided by the Administrative Code, as
deferred compensation, a set dollar amount to be paid
toward the employee's contribution to the Public Employ-
ees' Retirement System, as follows:
a . For police offices, police sergeants, and police
leiutenants, an amount equal to seven point
five percent (7.5 %) of the salary schedule rate
for each employee; and r-*r =!
b. For police service officers and police cadets
an amount equal to six percent (6 %) plus one
point five percent (1 .5 %) in salary increase
added to the salary schedule rate for each
employee; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that effective the
first payroll date after July 1, 1979 to and including
the last payroll before July 31, 1979, in which med-
ical and dental insurance deductions are drawn:
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a. The City shall pay the premium cost for the
dental plan not to exceed $14.36 per month,
for the employee only. Should the employee -
only dental premium cost be less than $14.36
per month, the difference between the actual
employee -only cost and $14.36 may be applied
toward payment of the medical insurance pre-
mium; and
b. The City shall provide an additional $5.07
per month to a total of $95.00 plus any
amount provided for in subsection (a) of this
paragraph, for health and medical insurance
under the existing group plan for the employee
and one dependent.
On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Benson, Bue,
Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilman Nagel
P6. ADJOURNMENT
No other business appearing to come before the Council at this session,
motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Mayor Balmer,
that the meeting adjourn in memory of Mr. Jack Morgan, the hour of adjourn-
ment of this meeting being 10 :00 o'clock p.m. Motion carried.
APPROVED:
Respectfully submitted,
V
Valerie A. Burrowes, City Clerk
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