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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
SEPTEMBER 4, 1979
CALL TO ORDER
The El Segundo City Council convened in regular session on Tuesday
September 4, 1979 at 7:00 o'clock p.m., in the Council Chamber of
the El Segundo City Hall.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
City Manager Arthur E. Jones led the salute to the Flag of the
United States of America
INVOCATION
Delivered by Councilman William D. Bue.
ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmen Benson, Bue, Nagel,
Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer
Absent: Councilmen None
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
a. Appeal of Project Architect for L.A.X. Business development
At this time, the Mayor declared a recess for the purpose of the
Council acting as the Board of Examiners and Appeals.
The following members responded to roll call: Trustees Benson,
Bue, Nagel, Van Vranken and Chairman Balmer.
Secretary Dalgleish advised that Herbert Nadel, AIA and Partners
were appealing the interpretation made by the Building Department
of Building Code Section 1716 pertaining to guardrails. Stated that
the determination had been made that the rails at the edge of open
areas to the subterranean garage should meet the minimum height
requirements of 42 inches, but the architects propose that the
guardrails need only project 26 inches above the planter walls,
which are 16 inches high, thus meeting the minimum height require-
ments.
Chairman Balmer inquired if anyone present wished to speak in
regard to this appeal.
Mr. Michael Salter, representative of the architects, stated that
they do not feel the 42 inch height requirement applies in this
particular case; that the landscaping plan in front of the openings
would afford protection; that the installation of rails 42 inches
above the 16 inch planter walls would not give a pleasing appearance
to the area; that the building will be used for offices and, therefore,
very little foot traffic in the area is expected.
There being no further response, motion was made by Trustee
Nagel, seconded by Trustee Bue, that the hearing be closed.
Motion carried.
Thereafter, motion was made by Trustee Van Vranken, seconded
by Trustee Benson, that the appeal of Herbert Nadel, AIA and
Partners, architects for the LAX Business Center, be granted
with the condition that the planters have a minimum width around
the openings of six feet, and the height need not exceed 26 inches
above the 16 inch high planter walls. Motion carried by the follow-
ing vote:
Ayes: Trustees Benson, Nagel,
Van Vranken and Chairman Balmer
Noes: Trustee Bue
Absent: Trustees None
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There being no further business to come before the Board, the
Chairman declared the meeting adjourned.
At the hour of 7:2 5 0' clock p. m. , the Council reconvened, the fol-
lowing members being present and answering roll call: Balmer,
Benson, Bue, Nagel and Van Vranken.
6. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - -- None
7. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
a. South Bay Regional Public Communications Authority
Councilman Van Vranken reported that at the last meeting, the
Board of Directors decided to solicit proposals from several con-
cerns to make a management audit of the operations; scheduling
reception of bids prior to September 30 and acceptance the first
week in October.
b. Noise Abatement Committee. Councilman Nagel reported
the members discussed a way to respond at the Airport Advisory
Committee meeting regarding better monitoring of airport noise.
Recommendation was to install microphones in sensitive spots and
connect to a monitoring panel, which presented a problem because
run -ups are made at one end of the airport and the maintenance
supervisor is at the other end. Stated that in lieu of spending funds
for a monitoring device at the Maintenance Supervisor's location,
the City's representative would be asked to recommend to the
committee that a routine patrol of the airport be made.
Noise Signs. Councilman Nagel stated the Committee recom-
mended the Council authorize placement of the noise signs at major
intersections of the City, approximately six signs at a cost of $50. 00
each, that this matter be placed on the next agenda for action.
8. CONSENT CALENDAR
Mr. Bob Killeen stated he would like to discuss the minutes of the
last Council meeting. Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman
Nagel, seconded by Councilman Bue, that Items 'b' through 'i' on
the Consent Calendar be approved as indicated. Motion carried.
b. Warrants Nos. 64290 through 64443 on Demand Register Summary
No. 4 and Expense Checks Nos. 2378 through 2384 on Expense
Check Register No. 3 in total amount of $660, 582. 60.
... Ratified and approved
C. Conduct of promotional examinations for positions of Water
Meter Reader/ Repairer and for Police Officer ... Approved.
d. Amendments to CETA Title II -D and Title VI -P Agreements
... Approved
e. Resolution authorizing destruction of records from 1956 -57
in office of City Clerk, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2937
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALI-
FORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE DESTRUC-
TION OF CERTAIN RECORDS IN THE
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
... Adopted as written
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f. Resolution of Intention to abate weeds, rubbish, refuse and
dirt, establishing date for hearing as September 18, 1979,
entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2938
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA,
DECLARING THAT WEEDS GROWING UPON
AND IN FRONT OF, AND RUBBISH, REFUSE
AND DIRT UPON AND IN FRONT OF CERTAIN
PRIVATE PROPERTY IN THE CITY ARE A
PUBLIC NUISANCE, AND DECLARING ITS
INTENTION TO PROVIDE FOR THE ABATE-
MENT THEREOF
... Adopted as written
g. Bids for Reader /Printer for Library
**' Sole bid of 3 -M Company for $4, 274. 61 including
sales tax and trade -in allowance accepted, purchase order
to be issued in said amount to said company
h. Resolution modifying management/ confidential series compen-
sation figures, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 2939
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA,
AMENDING CHAPTER 1A2 (MANAGEMENT -
CONFIDENTIAL SERIES) OF TITLE lA OF
THE EL SEGUNDO ADMINISTRATIVE CODE
... Adopted as written
i. Extension until September 18, 1979, insurance for Yellow
Cab operations
... Extension approved
j. Request to declare Fire Hose surplus property and authority
to sell to Sister City Guaymas, Mexico ... Request approved
9. CALL ITEMS FROM CONSENT CALENDAR
a. Minutes of regular City Council meeting held August 21, 1979
Mr. Bob Killeen, 208 East Imperial Avenue, stated his business
was under discussion at the last meeting, the rezoning of the
property from C -2 to R -3, that he had been informed there had been
discussion on this item, but the minutes do not reflect any response.
Stated the tenants of the buildings in the rezoned area had not been
notified of the proposed action.
Mayor Balmer advised that proper notice had been sent out and
the notice had been published in the El Segundo Herald as prescribed
by law. Further, that no one came forward to speak in regard to
the matter at the last Council meeting and the discussion had been
between the Council members which is not required to be shown in
the minutes.
Director of Planning Loverde advised that Mr. Killeen had been
verbally notified of the Planning Commission hearing on this zone
change, that that hearing had been advertised and proper notices
given.
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Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman
Bue, that the Minutes of the City Council meeting held August 21,
1979 be approved as written. Motion carried.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
a. State Alcoholic Beverage Control application for Person -to-
Person Transfer of On -Sale Beer, Eating Place License -
Ben's Old Town Saloon
Ordered received and filed
REPORTS OF OFFICERS
a. City Manager Jones
1) Presented an agreement for the El Segundo Chamber of
Commerce to perform certain promotional services during the
1979 -80 fiscal year. Recommended approval.
In response to Council's inquiries advised that the Chamber director
had assured him the financial statements would be included in all
future quarterly reports.
Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman
Nagel, that the following resolution be adopted:
RESOLVED, that that certain agree-
ment between the City of El Segundo and the El
Segundo Chamber of Commerce for 1979 -80 pro-
motional services, 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 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 same.
Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Benson, Bue, Nagel,
Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilmen None
2) Purchase of special vehicle for Christopher Barrett
Advised that the City's Workers' Compensation Consultants had
been advising the City in regard to subject case and had recom-
mended that a vehicle be purchased suitable to meet Officer
Barrettes requirements for wheel chair storage, paraplegic oper-
ation, etc. Advised that because of the long lead time to purchase
by sealed bids, the staff called for informal bids from three car
dealers. Stated that Albertson Oldsmobile quoted the lowest cost
of $6, 531, excluding sales tax and license fees. Recommended
that the Council waive normal bidding requirements and authorize
the purchase from Albertson Oldsmobile in the amount of $7, 036.80
including sales tax and license fee, and that it be charged to the
Workers' Compensation Fund.
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Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman
Van Vranken that normal bidding procedures be waived and the
bid of Albertson Oldsmobile for one Oldsmobile Cutlass 2 -door
sedan be accepted in total amount of $7, 036. 80 including sales
tax and license fee, and that said amount be charged to the Work-
ers' Compensation Fund. Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Benson, Bue, Nagel,
Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilmen None
3) Grievance Hearing of Police Sergeant L. M. Lunsford
Advised that Sgt. Lunsford had protested staff's interpretation of
the Administrative Code in regard to his salary upon advancement
to the rank of Sergeant. Recommended that a date for hearing
subject grievance be scheduled. Further advised that Sgt. Lunsford's
attorney had requested the date be set after October 25 because of
prior commitments.
Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Coun-
cilman Nagel, that a hearing on the grievance of Sgt. Lunsford be
scheduled for the first regular City Council meeting in November
1979. Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Nagel,
Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer
Noes: Councilman Benson
Absent: Councilmen None
b. Director of Public Works Glickman
1) Plans and Specifications No. 79-2, Equipment for Pump
at Storm Drain Pump Station _
Presented Plans and Specifications for subject equipment for the
third pump and engine at the Los Angeles County Flood Control
District Pumping Station located on Center Street between Grand
and Franklin Avenues. Stated it was proposed to purchase the
equipment separate from the contract to install the equipment,
that the cost would be shared on the 70/30 basis with Universal
Real Properties. Recommended approval of the Specifications
and authorization to advertise for sealed bids to be received
September 25, 1979.
Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Coun-
cilman Nagel, that the following resolution be adopted:
RESOLVED, that "Specification
No. 79 -2" and "Notice Inviting Bids for the
Purchase Only of Equipment for the Future
Installation of the Third Pump and Engine,
Project No. 3401, Unit 2, in the City of E1
Segundo, California, " presented to this
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 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 reception of said bids
being hereby fixed for 11:00 o'clock a.m.,
Tuesday, September 25, 1979.
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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
2) Pipeline License, A. T. S. F. Railway Company
Advised that in connection with the Hughes Development, it will
be necessary to cross the railroad tracks on Douglas Street for
construction of a sewer trunkline, and a license agreement had
been furnished by the Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railway Com-
pany at a cost of $150.00 which will be borne by the Hughes
Aircraft Company. Recommended acceptance of the easement
document.
Councilman Bue announced that due to possible conflict of
interest, he would not participate in the discussion or action
in this matter.
Motion was made by Councilman Nagel, seconded by Councilman
Van Vranken, that the following resolution be adopted:
RESOLVED, that that certain
Pipeline License granting the City of E1 Segundo
permission to construct and maintain a 21 inch
pipeline across or along the Atchison, Topeka,
and Santa Fe Railway Company right of way,
presented to this Council on this date, be and
the same is hereby approved; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED,
that the Mayor of the City of El Segundo be and
he is hereby authorized to execute said agree-
ment for and on behalf of said City and the City
Clerk to attest the same.
On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Benson, Nagel,
Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilmen None
Not Voting: Councilman Bue
3) Plans and Specifications No. 77 -8, Installation of Equip-
ment at Sewer Plant No. 13 and construction of Force Main
Recommended approval of subject specifications and authorization
to advertise for bids. Stated the cost for the installation of the
equipment will be borne by Sepulveda Properties, Inc., and the
City's cost for construction of the force main has been included
in this year's budget.
Motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Coun-
cilman Bue, that the following resolution be adopted:
RESOLVED, that "Specification
No. 77 -8" and "Notice Inviting Bids for Modi-
fications To Sewage Pump Station No. 13 and
Construction of Force Main from Sewage Pump
Station No. 13 to Intersection of Maple Avenue
and California Street, in the City of El Segundo,
California, " presented to this Council on this
date, be approved and a copy placed on file in
the office of the City Clerk; and
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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 reception of said bids
being hereby fixed for 11:00 o'clock a. m.
Tuesday, September 25, 1979.
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
4) Ultimate Width of Walnut Avenue west of Sepulveda Blvd.
Advised that the City's 1969 Circulation Element showed Walnut
Avenue west of Sepulveda Boulevard as a 60 foot wide street for
connection to the proposed freeway ramp, which plan has now
been changed, eliminating the need for additional street dedication.
Stated that the Engineering Department felt the present 56 foot
width of subject street was adequate and if the Council agreed,
he would inform the developers of this property that additional
street dedication would not be required.
After discussion, Council agreed with Staff's recommendations.
5) Street Sweeping Specifications
Asked that this item be removed for action at the next meeting.
6) Imperial Avenue Bike Path
Stated he had been notified that the City of Los Angeles would
start construction of a bike path on Imperial Highway to the
beach the latter part of September.
12. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. Ordinance granting Unclassified Use Permit No. 1 -79 for
Helistop to Hughes Aircraft Company
Councilman Bue announced that due to possible conflict of interest,
he would not participate in the action of this matter.
City Attorney Allen presented subject ordinance, entitled:
ORDINANCE NO. 974
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL
SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, GRANTING
AN UNCLASSIFIED USE PERMIT (1 -79),
SUBJECT TO CERTAIN LIMITATIONS
AND CONDITIONS, TO HUGHES AIR-
CRAFT COMPANY TO ESTABLISH AND
OPERATE A HELISTOP ON PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 2000 EAST IMPERIAL
HIGHWAY, BUILDING NO. 367, WITHIN
SAID CITY
which title was read.
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Upon motion duly made and carried, further reading of said
ordinance was waived. Thereafter, motion was made by
Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Nagel,
that Ordinance No. 974 be adopted. On roll call, said motion
carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Benson, Nagel,
Van Vranken and Mayor Balmer
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilmen None
Not Voting: Councilman Bue
b. Ordinance amending zoning map on property between Pepper
Street and Eucalyptus Drive on Imperial Avenue from C -2 to R -3
City Attorney Allen presented subject ordinance, entitled:
ORDINANCE NO. 975
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL
SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING
TITLE 20 (THE COMPREHENSIVE ZON-
ING ORDINANCE) OF THE "EL SEGUNDO
MUNICIPAL CODE" BY AMENDING THE
ZONING MAP REFERRED TO IN SECTION
20.16. 030 OF SAID CODE (2 -79)
which title was read.
Upon motion duly made and carried, further reading of said
ordinance was waived. Thereafter, motion was made by Council-
man Bue, seconded by Councilman Nagel, that Ordinance No. 975
be adopted. 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
13. NEW BUSINESS
a. Councilman Bue stated he had had trouble getting a cab at
the airport to come to El Segundo and asked about permits for
other cab companies to operate in E1 Segundo besides Yellow Cab.
City Manager Jones advised that his office was handling complaints
which were forwarded to the Yellow Cab Company offices.
14. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
a. Mr. Mel Traber stated that even though the Council had
filled--its legal obligations regarding the hearing on the zone
change of Imperial Avenue property, there was a moral obliga-
tion to notify Mr. Killeen to be here when the hearing was held;
that a little more consideration should be given in a situation
like this, since this action would put Mr. Killeen out of business.
b. Mr. Jack Siadek, President of Chamber of Commerce, stated
he was not aware that Mr. Killeen did not know about the zone
change hearing and apologized for the Chamber not notifying him
of this action. Further, thanked the Council for the budget appro-
priation and assured the City that financial statements would be
included in all future quarterly reports.
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c. Mr. Ron Hart, 608 Hillcrest Street, asked what the citizen's
rights were and what could be done about the lewd newspapers
being displayed in newsracks in the City.
City Attorney Allen responded with the course of action if publica-
tions were determined to be objectionable; that the best control
was to not buy the papers.
15. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council at
this session, the Mayor declared the meeting adjourned, the hour
of adjournment being 8:35 o'clock p.m.
APPROVED:
Balmer, Mayor
Respectfully submitted,
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Valerie A. Burrowes, City Cierk
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