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1979 JUL 17 CC MINMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL JULY 17, 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 OFALLEGIANCE The pledge of allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was led by Councilman Richard Nagel. 3. INVOCATION Mrs. Eunice U. Creason, First Church of Christ, Scientist delivered the invocation. 4. ROLL CALL Present: Councilmen Benson, Bue, Nagel, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Absent: Councilmen None 5. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS a. Hearing on proposed sewer use charges and regulations Public Works Director Glickman reported on efforts made by staff to procure information in regard to rules and regulations and to the user charges. He read a letter from Mr. Peters of the State Water Resources Control Board, Division of Water Quality, confirming that a revenue program and rate ordinance is required from El Segundo; that the revenue program must cover the charge from the City of Los Angeles only; that the portion of El Segundo which uses the Los Angeles County facilities has been incorporated within the County region and is already covered by the County revenue program. Stated the collection system of El Segundo does not have to be incorporated in the revenue program since it was not constructed with grant funds. Reported that the questions of whether the City has a dedicated ad valorem tax and what penalties or sanctions would be imposed if the City did not take action to adopt a user charge have not been answered and, therefore, recommended this matter be continued until the next regular City Council meeting. After discussion between staff and Council, the Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak regarding this matter. Mrs. Nicky Wislocky, 1208 East Pine Avenue, stated the Council was dis- cussing a users tax that Los Angeles does not want and the EPA has not yet deter- mined is necessary. Stated the EPA was still accepting waivers and suggested that El Segundo apply for such a waiver. There being no further response, the Mayor ordered the matter continued until the next regular Council meeting on August 7, 1979. X.:04 . '1 b. Reconsideration of proposed change in text of zoning ordinance to reduce minimum acreage under Planned Residential Development (PRD) Planning Commission Chairman Christensen reviewed the previous action taken by the Commission in arriving at the decision to reduce the size of PRD zones. Stated that the parcel being questioned in regard to rezoning was the Buckingham precise plan for condominiums on Main Street, which the Council had approved with the provision that the land- locked R -1 parcel in that develop- ment would be rezoned. Stated the PRD zone would give control of developments by way of approval by the Planning Department, Planning Commission and the City Council. Councilman Van Vranken asked about including density limitations in the PRD ordinance. After discussion between the staff, Council and Planning Com- mission chairman, the Mayor inquired if anyone wished to speak regarding this matter. Mr. Ed. Erdely, 209 West Acacia Avenue, stated he would not feel safe changing an - of to PRD. Mrs. Mary Becker, 313 East Maple Avenue, stated she was worried about R -1 zones being c anged to PRD so that apartments or condominiums could be built. Mr. Jim Beal, 535 Penn Street, stated that at the time Council approved the at two acres, it was stated this would protect the City from uncontrolled developments. Stated the people do not need uncontrolled developments ever and questioned the reduction of the acreage for the sake of two properties; that the City needs the protection of the old ordinance more than ever. Mayor Balmer reassured the people that the Master Plan was not being changed, that less density was allowed in building of condominiums than in apartments and the City has more control under the laws governing condominium development. Mrs. Nicky Wislocky, stated that Planned Residential Development may be a misnomer and should e called, "Privilege Restricted to Developers." Stated that if flexibility and creative design is a desirable thing for developers, why is it not desirable for individuals who are remodeling existing homes; that if public welfare requires density limitations and front and side yard set backs on existing buildings, those same restrictions should apply to new construction. Questioned the terms under which the Buckingham Precise Plan had been approved and sug- gested that either a zone change and a new hearing are required to make it legal or the R -1 parcel remains R -1 and no further action is needed, including the PRD zone. Further suggested that there is a discrepancy between information pro- vided to the public at a hearing and the resolution which is finally approved. Stated this demonstrates that the protection of a public hearing is no protection at all. Suggested further that if the Council is going to reconsider the PRD, this should be taken into consideration and the public provided with maps, copies of documents, etc., so they can be properly heard. Mrs. Madelyn Bennett, 527 Richmond Street, asked H the precise plan procedure would be required under the PRD zoning and would three or three and one -half family developments be permitted under PRD. -2- Council Minutes July 17, 1979 • 04 �2a Mr. Walt Eggert, 1435 East Sycamore Avenue, asked if an R -1 zone under the new ordinance could be converted to PRD, that this might open the door without any restrictions. Stated that no one knows how a new council might act, and believes there should be a minimum and maximum restriction, and regulations put into the ordinance with the provision that the restrictions ore not automatic . There being no further response, motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that the recommendation of the Planning Commission to reduce the size of Planned Residential Zones (PRD) be disapproved and that the Planning Commission study the matter, reevaluate, and make a further recommendation. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilman Benson Absent: Councilmen None 6. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS a. Mr. Ed. Erdely spoke of the school building being leased and asked if a rezoning would be required for other than school use. City Manager Jones reported on this matter and City Attorney Allen advised that hearings on the use of the school property would be held before the School Board, City Planning Commission and the City Council before any approval. 7. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES a. Councilman Bue advised that Inglewood Councilman Isaacs contacted him about a remark made at the last El Segundo Council meeting to the effect that Councilman Isaacs had indicated he had confidence in the ability of the B & H Towing Company which was handling the towing service for that city. Council- man Bue stated he wished to retract his statement, there must have been a mis- understanding between them. 8. CONSENT CALENDAR Council requested Items 'f', 'g', and 'h' held out for separate discussion. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Bue, that the balance of the items on the agenda be approved as indicated: a. Minutes of the regular City Council meeting held July 3, 1979 Approved as written b. Warrants Nos. 63872 through 64018 on Demand Register Summary No. 1 in total amount of 5984,084.83 Ratified and approved. C. State Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control application for person -to- person transfer of On -Sale General Eating Place license from Kings Restaur- ants, Inc., 2171 East Rosecrons Avenue Ordered filed d. Claim against the City from Mr. John B. Wise for personal injuries sustained on December 18, 1978 Claim denied -3- Council Minutes July 17, 1979 X e. Request for extension of trailer permit from Polaroid Corporation for four trailers at 2040 East Maple Avenue Extension approved for one year 9. CALL ITEMS FROM CONSENT CALENDAR f. Tabulation of bids for Brake Drum and Rotor Lathe for City Garage g. Tabulation of bids for Truck Tire Changer for City Garage Councilman Van Vranken asked whether inquiries had been made into combining equipment with the High School Auto Shop. City Manager Jones advised that the school does not have any of the same equipment. Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that the low bid of Bruce's Wholesale Parts Company for aforesaid Item 'f' in total amount of $3,848.83 be accepted and the low bid of Richard Wiley and Associates for Item 'g' in total amount of $3,516.55, be accepted and that purchase orders be issued to said companies in said respective amounts. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Benson, Bue, Nagel, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen None h. Surplus equipment for auction City Manager Jones explained that there were fifteen surplus vehicles on hand and one portable generator that staff wished to dispose of by selling through a private auction firm. Requested that authorization be given to refurbish some of the vehicles to get comparative prices to determine which method is the most advantageous way to present the vehicles for sale. Recom- mended the items be declared surplus and authorization given to sell by private auction. Motion was made by Councilman Benson, seconded by Councilman Nagel, C that the City Manager's request and recommendation be approved. Motion carried. 10. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS - -- None 11 . REPORTS OF OFFICERS a. City Manager Jones 1 ) Proposal from Cotton & Francisco to audit City books for fiscal year 1979 -80 Presented proposals from subject company for the auditing of the books and accounts of General Government, Municipal Water Department and 1911 Street Improvement Funds for a fee of $5,600 and the Revenue Sharing Compliance audit, covering the past three years, for a total of $450. Recommended accept- ance of the proposals. -4- Council Minutes July 17, 1979 X - =c0 t Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Bue, that the proposals of Cotton & Francisco to audit the City records and the Revenue Sharing Compliance Audit, in total amou,it of $6,050 be accepted and purchase order be issued to said company in said amount for these services. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilman Bue, Nagel, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilman Benson Absent: Councilmen.. None 2) Extension of Trailer Permit, Chevron, USA, Inc. Mayor Balmer announced that due to possible conflict of interest, he would not participate in the action or discussion in this matter and, therefore, turned this portion of the meeting over to Mayor pro tem Van Vranken. City Manager Jones recommended approval of subject extension. Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that a one -year extension be granted for an office trailer located inside the refinery grounds, said permit to expire July 1, 1980. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Benson, Bue, Nagel, and Mayor pro tem Van Vranken Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen None Not Voting: Mayor Balmer 3) Renewal of Weapons Permit, Aerospace Corporation Councilman Van Vranken announced that due to possible conflict of interest, he would not participate in the action or discussion of this item. The City Manager recommended said weapons permit be renewed for a period of one year. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Bue, that the Aerospace Corporation weapons permit be renewed for one year, to expire June 30, 1980. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Benson, Bue, Nagel, and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen None Not Voting: Cour.,:ilman Van Vranken 4) Annexation of El Porto area Advised that El Porto citizens had shown a preference to be annexed to El Segundo rather than Manhattan Beach. Presented a preliminary report on estimated cost of services to the area and expected revenue. Stated he did not think this was the right time to consider in depth the annexation, but it would be conceivable in the future that it would be right for EI Segundo to annex that area. Council Minutes July 17, 1979 5) Improvements to Mariposa Avenue between Nash and Douglas Streets Advised that response had been received from the Los Angeles County Supervisor Yvonne Burke for assistance in the reconstruction of subject street. Recommended the Council accept the offer of the County to administer the City's portion of Federal Aid Urban Highway money under the 1978 Federal Highway Act estimated at $250,400 and to provide County gasoline tax funds in amount of $287,600. Stated this would leave $100,000 due from the City's gasoline tax money which was already included in the allocation for this project. Stated that if the Council approved acceptance of the offer, the staff would prepare an agreement with the County Road Department for Council approval. Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that the offer from the Los Angeles County to assist in financing and construction of subject road improvement be accepted. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Benson, Bue, Nagel, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen None 6) Discontinuance of monthly list of acquisitions of library materials Presented a request from the City Librarian to discontinue preparing subject list; that it was a duplication of information available in the library accessible to the public. Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that the request to discontinue the monthly library acquisition list be approved. Motion carried. 7) Amended Bail Schedule for Parking Citations Presented a request from the Chief of Police to increase the bail amount for various parking citations. Stated the bail had not been changed in many years and that inflation had made many violators unconcerned to the point that the citations were no longer a deterrent to law breakinq. Recommended that bail for violating the parking during street sweeping hours be changed from $3.00 to $5.00; No Parking - Specified Time violations from $5.00 to $10.00; Commercial Vehicle -5 hour limit violations from $10.00 to $15.00 and other municipal code parking violations from $3.00 to $5.00. Advised that if the Council approved, the Chief of Police would make a recommendation to this effect to the Inglewood Municipal Court for approval . Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that the City Manager's recommendations be approved. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilman Benson Absent: Councilmen None -6- Council Minutes July 17, 1979 X 8) Review of landscape plans for Hughes Aircraft Company EDSG Development Councilman Bue announced that due to possible conflict of interest, he would not participate in the discussion or action in this matter. Planning Director Loverde displayed maps on the wall depicting landscap- ing plans for the entire Hughes area. Stated that the Planning Commission had reviewed the plans, +at t%enty percent of the Hughes development would be in landscaping. City Manager Jones requested a meeting with the Council in Executive Session to discuss a personnel matter. City Attorney Allen stated he also had a matter of litigation he wished to discuss in Executive Session. b. Director of Public Works Glickman 1) Bids for equipment for improvements to Sewer Plant No. 13 Specification No. 77 -8 Presented bids for subject equipment, the entire cost of which will be borne by the developer, Sepulveda Properties, Inc ., which bids were as follows: Specification No. 77 -8A - Variable Speed Drive System and Main Panel Flo Systems, Inc. Autocon Industries, Inc. $33,600.00 $40,979.00 Specification No. 77 -8B - Natural Gas Engines, Controls and Appurtenances Waukesha Engine Servicenter, Inc. $29,125.62 Specification No. 77 -8C - Sewage Pumps, Gear Drives, and Drive Shafts Clow Corporation $18,000.00 Engineers Sales- Service Co., Inc. $22,130.00 Stated the bids had been reviewed by the developer and verbal approval had been received to proceed with awarding contracts for the low bids. Recom- mended that the low bids for each item be accepted. Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that the following resolution be adopted: WHEREAS, the City of El Segundo, California, duly advertised for bids for Variable Speed Drive System and Main Panel including Alternate "A" (50 h.p. unit) in accordance with Specification No. 77 -8A; and WHEREAS, the City of El Segundo, California duly advertised for bids for Natural Gas Engines, Controls and Appurtenances in accordance with Specification No. 77 -813; and WHEREAS, the City of El Segundo, California duly advertised for bids for Sewage Pumps, Gear Drives, and Drive Shafts in accordance with Specification No. 77 -8C; and -7- Council Minutes July 17, 1979 WHEREAS, said bids were received by the City Council on July 10, 1979; and WHEREAS, the Director of Public Works found that the bid of Flo Systems, Inc., in total amount of $33,600 was the lowest responsible bid for items in Specification No. 77 -8A; the bid of Waukesha Engine Servicenter, Inc., in total amount of $29,125.62 was the lowest bid for items in Specification No. 77 -813; the bid of Clow Corporation, in total amount of 518,000 was lowest responsible bid for items in Specification No. 77 -8C NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of El Segundo, that the afore- said lowest responsible bids be accepted; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor of said City be and he is hereby authorized and instructed to execute contracts hereinabove awarded for and on behalf of the City 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 bids of Flo Systems, Inc., Waukesha Engine Servicenter, Inc., and Clow Corporation, are hereby rejected and the City Clerk is hereby authorized and instructed to return the bid bonds of all unsuccessful bidders. On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Benson, Bue, Nagel, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilman None Absent: Councilmen None 2) Agreement with Los Angeles Flood Control District - Transfer Drains Advised that subject District will operate and maintain storm drain systems built in El Segundo providing the City warrants that adequate and sufficient right of way is available to operate the system. Stated that the City presently performs this function, so the transfer of this responsibility would not impose additional burdens or problems. Recommended approval of the agreement. Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Van Vranken, that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that that certain form of agreement for operation and maintenance of storm drain system in the City of El Segundo, between the Los Angeles County Flood Control District and the City of El Segundo, 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 of said agreement be placed on file in the office of the City Clerk; and -8- %)k I4 997 Council Minutes July 17, 1979 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor of the City of El 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 some. On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Benson, Bue, Nagel, Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen None 12. UNFINISHED BUSINESS a) Beach Parking west of Vista del Mar at Grand Avenue City Manager Jones advised that the maintenance of the beach was the responsibility of the Los Angeles County Department of Beaches and the policing was the responsibility of the City of Los Angeles. Stated that maintenance pro- cedures had deteriorated in the past few years because of cut backs in County personnel . Stated this matter had been discussed with Supervisor Yvonne Burke and the mayors of the South Bay Cities, at which time she indicated there were proposals for improvements but no definite solutions yet. Stated that the Los Angeles Police Commander out of the Venice Precinct, which services this beach, had promised to improve police procedures, but the El Segundo officers had not observed any improvements. Recommended continuing communication with Supervisor Burke Councilman Nagel recommended better communications between the responsible parties, more secure locking of the gates at night and more adequate policing of the area. Otherwise, recommended the parking lot be closed. 13. NEW BUSINESS - -- None 14. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS a. Mr. Walt Eggert, referring to increasing bail for parking violations, stated he thought this matter needed more study, that there should be alternatives that could be considered. 15. RECESS. At the hour of 9 :38 o'clock p.m., the Council recessed to the Mayor's Office to discuss matters of litigation and personnel. At the hour of 10:05 o'clock p.m., the Council reconvened, all members being present and answering roll call. 16. ADJOURNMENT. No other business appearing to come before the Council at this session, it was moved by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman Bue, that the meeting adjourn, the hour of adjournment being 10:07 o'clock p.m. Motion carried. APPROVED: E. L. Balmer, Mayor Respectfully submitted, Valerie A. Burrowes, City Clerk -C- Council Minutes July 17, 1979