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1981 JAN 20 CC MINMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL January 20, 1981 1. CALL TO ORDER The E1 Segundo City Council convened in regular session on the above date at the hour of 7:00 o'clock p.m., in the Council Chamber of the E1 Segundo City Hall. Mayor Van Vranken called the meeting to order and announced that this was a memorable day, the hostages, who had been held in Iran for 444 days, had been finally freed and had left that country. Also announced that Ronald Reagan had been sworn into office on this day as the 40th President of the United States. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - was led by Councilman Jack Siadek. 3. INVOCATION - was delivered by former Councilman Floyd Carr, Jr. 4. ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Johnson, Siadek and Mayor Van Vranken Absent: Councilmen None 5. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS a. Hearing on Precise Plan No. 7 -80 for 8 -unit townhouse development at 1711 East Pine Avenue and 500 Illinois Street The Mayor announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed for subject hearing and inquired if proper notice of the hearing had bien given. City Clerk Burrowes replied that affidavits of publishing and mailing the notices were in her file. The Mayor directed that the file become a part of this hearing, and then inquired if any written communications had been received, to which the City Clerk replied that none had been received in her office. Associate Planner Cosin reported that the developer submitted subject plan after his original plan for 12 units had been denied. Stated the plan consists of eight 2- story, 2 bedroom units each with a separate garage; that the plan meets the Code except for guest parking which can be accommodated by diminishing the size of one of the yards and relocating the trash area to provide two tandem spaces. Advised that a Negative Declaration had been prepared for the project. Recommended Certification of the Negative Declaration and that the application be approved with conditions enumerated in the resolution. Councilman Armstrong stated he did not agree the project would have no significant effect on the community; that density and traffic would be increased in the area; that if the property could be changed from no zone to R -3 it could be rezoned to R -1. Councilman Armstrong further inquired about some of the answers in the Environmental Check List, that an 8- family project would use more energy and utilities than 2- family units. Stated there must be a stopping point and each new development has an impact on the Police, Fire Department and traffic. Councilman Siadek stated that about 80 percent of the R -3 zones had been developed. After further discussion, the Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak either in favor or in opposition to subject project. Hearing no response, motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Bue, that the hearing be closed. Motion carried. Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Johnson, that the Negative Declaration for Precise Plan No. 7 -80 be certified. Motion carried. X5- 3 2-2 City Attorney ^.11en advised that prior to adopting the resolution, it would be appropriate to insert the date of January 20, 1981 in paragraph 8 of Section 1 of the resolution. Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Johnson, that said Precise Plan be commenced within one year from today's date and the following resolution, including that insertion, entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 3043 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING WITH CER- TAIN CONDITIONS PRECISE PLAN NO. 7 -80 FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1711 PINE AVENUE AND 500 ILLINOIS STREET WITHIN SAID CITY which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Johnson, Siadek and Mayor Van Vranken Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen None b. Hearing on Zone Change No. 2 -80, Unclassified Area to R -3 (Multiple Family Residential) The vacated railroad right -of -way between Center Street and Bungalow Drive, north of Pine Avenue The Mayor announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed for subject hearing and inquired if proper notice of the hearing had been given. City Clerk Burrowes replied that affidavits of publishing and mailing the notices were in her file. The Mayor directed that the file become a part of this hearing, and then inquired if any written communications had been received, to which the City Clerk replied that none had been received in her office. Associate Planner Cosin reported the Land Use Element of the General Plan had been recently revised to show this property as multi- residential which is the most compatible land use for the contour of the land and surrounding development. Council inquired about apartments in the area which are on property zoned C -2. Councilman Siadek stated that a non - conforming use is dictating the zoning of surrounding property. Mayor Van Vranken stated that at the time the surrounding area was zoned C -2 it may have been proper, but at the present time does not seem appropriate for all that area to be commercial. Further, C -2 zoning is considered a higher zone than R -3. Planning Associate Cosin explained that developing the property as R -2 would place smaller buildings sandwiched between two high -rise apartments creating a higher environmental impact on the new development. Mr. John Shelton, 317 18th Street, Manhattan Beach, stated he intended to build quality buildings and that building to C -2 restrictions would not be fair to the other neighbors. Councilman Armstrong asked Director of Public Works Glickman if traffic could be diverted to Bungalow Drive rather than coming out on Center Street. Director of Public Works Glickman stated that Center Street was consid- ered a collector street, capable of handling more traffic than Bungalow which is residential, that the cars using Bungalow may end up on Center Street, which would not relieve the situation. -2- Council Minutes January 20, 1981 The Mayor asked if anyone else present wished to speak regarding this zone change. Hearing no response, motion was made by Coo c.ilma.L true, seconded by Councilman Johnson, that the public hearing be closed. Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Johnson, that the Negative Declaration for Zone Change No. 2 -80 be certified. Motion carried, with Councilmen Armstrong and Siadek voting no. City Attorney Allen presented an ordinance, classifying subject property as Multiple Family Residential (R -3), entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 20 (THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDIN- ANCE) OF THE EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE BY AMENDING THE ZONING MAP REFERRED TO IN SECTION 20.16.030 OF SAID CODE (2 -80) which title was read. Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Johnson, that further reading be waived. Motion failed, Councilman Armstrong voting no. Thereafter, City Attorney Allen read the ordinance through Section 1, at which time motion was made by Councilman Armstrong, seconded by Councilman Siadek, to waive further reading of the ordinance. Motion carried unan- imously. The ordinance was then introduced by Councilman Bue. 6. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS a. Mr. George Renfro, 763 Main Street, stated that the City's Housing and Environmental Control Inspector called him to advise that he should have filed an E1 Segundo Residential Report upon the sale of certain property. Mr. Renfro advised the Council that this property had been sold but escrow papers had not yet been filed, that he was aware of the requirements and he objected to the harassment of the department in demanding action prior to completion of the transaction. Mayor Van Vranken stated the matter would be looked into, that it is not policy to harass anyone. b. Mr. Jack Trystman, Chairman Noise Abatement Committee, announced that Mr. Greg. Madeiros of the Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning would be the speaker at the next meeting in the West Conference Room of City Hall on January 26, 1981. 7. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES a. Mayor Van Vranken announced that he, Councilman Armstrong and City Manager Jones had met with the Environmental Protection Agency in San Francisco to discuss the Hyperion Sludge Disposal Program. Stated the EPA regarded this as the best project to meet the requirements of the Federal law, that it was necessary and would be followed through to its completion. Councilman Armstrong noted that an Environmental Impact Report or Statement could be slanted anyway the Agency wished and the EPA considered this matter closed. City Manager Jones reported that assurances had been given by the EPA that the project could be stopped under the law if the quality of the maintenance was substandard and that under certain circumstances, the EPA could take over operation of the Plant. Stated he had expressed concern about the experimental nature of the project and the EPA had assured him that if any components failed or did not work properly, there was a provision that parts could be replaced with federal money allocated for that purpose. -3- Council Minutes January 20, 1981 b. Centinela Juvenile Diversion Project. Councilman Siadek asked permission to-meet with the South Bay Juvenile Diversion District to consider switching the City's participation into that area. Stated that the Centinela Division is under Kenneth Hahn's Supervisorial Dis- trict whereas the South Bay Project is in Deane Dana's District, and Supervisor Dana had indicated he would be willing to support the pro- ject in his district. Stated there were certain referral agencies in the South Bay area that E1 Segundo cannot use because of not being in that district, and with permission, he would meet with Supervisor Dana and the Director of the South Bay Juvenile Diversion Project. Councilman Bue stated that E1 Segundo is in the Inglewood Judicial District and, therefore, may not be eligible for funding through the judicial district if the switch were made. Council agreed it would be well to investigate this matter and approved Councilman Siadek conferring with the South Bay District. c. League of California Cities. Councilman Johnson reported that the chairman of Western Airlines, Mr. Art Kelly, gave a speech on energy which he would distribute to the Council upon receipt from the League. d. City Manager Jones reported that the Pacific Legal Foundation has agreed to intervene in the litigation on the Hyperion Plant; the first court hearing on March 9th will be under the Endangered Species Act, after which there will be evaluation of other legal steps. Stated at this point the City might want to consider what type and degree of participation it will take in the litigation. 8. CONSENT CALENDAR Council members requested that Items b, d, and g, be withdrawn for separate consideration. Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Johnson, that the remaining items on the Consent Calendar be approved as recom- mended. Motion carried. a. Minutes of regular City Council meeting held January 6, 1981 ... Approved as written c. Bids for various pipe fittings for Water Department ... Lowest bid for each item accepted: Items LL, and UU thru IJ to Valley Cities Supplies Company in amount of $146.15; all remaining items to Familian Pipe and Supply Company in amount of $2,818.74, totaling $2,964.89 including sales tax. e. Ordinance authorizing City Council to modify, by resolution, holiday designations contained in the Municipal Code ... entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, ADDING SECTION 2.32.020 TO CHAPTER 2.32 OF THE EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE WHICH SECTION RELATES TO HOLIDAYS which title was read. By unanimous consent of the Council, further reading was waived, and said ordinance was introduced. f. Resolution deleting February 12 as an optional holiday for Library employees ... entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 3044 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 1A3.100 OF CHAPTER 1A3 (GENERAL GOVERNMENT SERIES) OF TITLE 1A OF THE EL SEGUNDO ADMINISTRAGIVE CODE (HOLIDAYS) ... Adopted as written X45:11 Z -4- Council Minutes January 20, 1981 f I( r 2, 1 9. CALL ITEMS FROM CONSENT CALENDAR b. Warrants No. 69546 through 69715 on Demand Register Summary No. 13 and Expense Checks Nos. 3103 through 3138 on Expense Check Register No. 7, in total amount of $545,615.44 Councilman Armstrong questioned spending $2,000 for removal of debris on Sepulveda Boulevard. City Manager Jones explained this related to removal of the accumulation of debris that various departments store at that location pending hauling to the dump; that the cost was for a private hauler to pick up and deliver to the dump because the City's equipment had broken down. Councilman Armstrong asked if it is City policy to pay the association dues for the various departments. Mayor Van Vranken explained that these were expenses included in the annual budgets of the departments under Memberships, Meetings and Travel. Councilman Armstrong also questioned the cost for prisoners' meals. The City Manager advised that new regulations of the State Board of Health require that three meals rather than two be provided each day and there was the usual increase of prisoners during the holiday period. Motion was made by Councilman Armstrong, seconded by Councilman Siadek that the warrants and expense checks in total amount of $545,615.44, be ratified and approved. Motion carried. d. Ordinance repealing Ordinance No. 988 pertaining to appointments to fill vacancies on the City Council Councilman Siadek asked the City Attorney to explain. City Attorney Allen advised that a vacancy on the Council may be filled by appointment or an election may be called. Stated that if by appoint- ment, the person serves until the next regular election, or the Council may adolt an ordinance to follow a different procedure, which the Council did since two years remained in Councilman Benson's term of office at the time of his death. Stated that Ordinance No. 988 was adopted as a temporary measure and the Council had indicated it wished to go back to the original rules after the election. There being no objections, the City Attorney presented the ordinance, entitled: AI ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 988 RELATING TO APPOINTMENTS TO FILL VACANCIES ON THE CITY COUNCIL which title was read. Upon motion duly made and carried further reading of said ordinance was waived. Thereafter, the ordinance was introduced by Councilman Siadek. g. Resolution amending procedures for opening bids City Manager Jones advised that there is no requirement in the law that bids be opened by an elected official; that this resolution modifies the present procedures to cover the times when the City Clerk or her deputy may be absent when bids are scheduled to be received. After discussion, motion was made by Councilman Van Vranken, seconded by Councilman Bue, that the resolution be adopted. On roll call, said motion failed by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Johnson and Mayor Van Vranken Noes: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue and Siadek Absent: Councilmen None Councilman Bue announced he had seconded the motion to get it on the floor so that a decision could be made. -5- Council Minutes January 20, 1981 9 10. Ito X 5 R 2 G CALL ITEMS FROM CONSENT CALENDAR (January 6 meeting) a. Minutes of regular City Council meeting held December 16, 1980 City Clerk Burrowes read paragraph on page 3 of subject n)inutes that Councilman Johnson had requested be corrected to show that the Council had acted upon setting a policy for filling vacancies on Boards and Commissions. Motion was made by Councilman Armstrong, seconded by Councilman Johnson, that the next to the last paragraph on page 3 of December 16, 1980 Council minutes be revised to read, "The Council discussed a policy which had been set earlier this year, to advertise for applicants when there is an opening on a board or commission 90 days before the end of the term, and that all applications be reviewed before making an appointments" and'said minutes be approved as amended. Motion carried. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS - None REPORTS OF OFFICERS a. City Manager Jones 1) Request from Hughes Aircraft Company for extension of permit for trailer at 2060 East Imperial Highway Councilman Bue announced that due to possible conflict of interest, he would not participate in the discussion or action in this matter. Presented subject request for one -year extension of subject permit, which permit would then expire December 31, 1981. Recommended approval. Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Johnson, that the permit for one trailer located at 2060 East Imperial Highway issued to Hughes Aircraft Company be extended for one year, said permit to expire December 31, 1981. Motion carried, Councilman Bue not voting. 2) Adjustment of City Treasurer and City Clerk salaries Presented a resolution changing the salary of the City Treasurer and City Clerk from $300 per month to $750 with an additional $150 to be paid to the Treasurer until June 1, 1981, effective with the pay period of December 27, 1980. Councilman Armstrong asked the City Attorney if the State law was still in effect that prohibited changing elected officials' salaries during their term of office. City Attorney Allen responded that several re- visions had been made to this regulation and at the present time no restrictions exist on the books for increasing the salaries, but there may be restrictions on decreasing them. Mr. Ron Hart, 608 Hillcrest Street, asked that this matter be deferred until the City Attorney could determine definitely the statute require- ment. The City Attorney stated there was no question but that the salaries may be raised, but not lowered. Mr. Ron Hart stated he was a believer that both positions should be full time and thereby more responsive to the electorate. Further asked if the action tonight was brought about because of a letter written by the City Treasurer. Mayor Van Vranken explained a letter had been received from the Treasurer stating that because of lack of experienced staff help, she was required to carry on duties of the staff, as well as her own statutory duties. Councilman Siadek stated the Treasurer had requested compensation for filling the staff position only. am Council Minutes January 20, 1981 Mr. Ron Hart stated he thought the salaries should have been set prior to the election because it was not fair to others who might have been candidates for the offices had the salaries been more than $300 per month. The Council discussed the matter at length, after which motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Armstrong, that the proposed resolution show the salaries as $600 per month and the extra temporary compensation for additional City Treasurer duties be deleted. Councilman Armstrong asked if he could amend this motion, and thereupon movedto leave the salaries in the resolution as $750 per month but delete the $150 additional compensation for the Treasurer, which motion was seconded by Mayor Van Vranken. On roll call, said motion failed by the following vote: Ayes: Councilman Armstrong and Mayor Van Vranken Noes: Councilmen Bue, Johnson and Siadek Absent: Councilmen None Thereafter, the mayor called for roll call on the original motion, which motion was carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Johnson, and Siadek Noes: Mayor Van Vranken Absent: Councilmen None Motion was duly made and seconded that the amended resolution, entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 3045 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER ! 1A1 (ELECTIVE AND APPOINTIVE OFFICERS) OF THE EL SEGUNDO ADMINISTRATIVE CODE which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Johnson and Siadek Noes: Mayor Van Vranken Absent: Councilmen None Councilman Siadek stated he thought the Council had been remiss in not acting on this matter sooner. Councilman Bue asked if Council would consent to having staff look into the compensation paid to commissioners. The Mayor asked staff for a report listing the positions, the com- pensation therefor and when the salary had been established. 3) Purchase of replacement pumper fire truck Reported that bids had been received for one Pumper Fire Truck, which bids were as follows: Name Amount of Bid Peter Pirsch & Sons, Inc. $115,365.10 Crown Coach Corp. $120,370.32 Albro Fire Equipment Company $137,153.40 *less $2,000 trade -in -7- Council Minutes January 20, 1981 Advised that the Fire Chief had rated the equipment of the low bidder as excellent, meeting the City's specifications. Recommended acceptance of the low bid and rejection of the trade -in offer; that the City of Guaymas may be interested in purchasing the old unit, or it could be sold at auction for as much or more than the trade -in offers. Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Armstrong, that the bid of Peter Pirsch & Sons, Inc., for one Pumper Fire Truck in total amount of $115,365.10 including sales tax, excluding trade - in offer, be accepted, and purchase order issued in said amount to said company. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Johnson, Siadek and Mayor Van Vranken Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen None RECESS: At the hour of 9:30 o'clock p.m., the Mayor declared a short recess. At the hour of 9:35 o'clock p.m., the Council reconvened, all members being present and answering roll call. b. Director of Public Works Glickman 1) Deed from U.S. Air Force for widening E1 Segundo Boulevard Presented a road easement which had been received from the Department of the Air Force for widening E1 Segundo Boulevard on the south side between Aviation Boulevard and the southbound I -405 Freeway ramp. Recommended adoption of a resolution, which had been prepared for acceptance of the document. Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Johnson, that the following resolution, entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 3046 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING FROM THE SECRETARY OF THE AIR FORCE AN EASEMENT FOR ROAD OR STREET which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Johnson, Siadek and Mayor Van Vranken Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen None 2) Plans and Specification No. 80 -7 for modifications to Sewer Pumping Plant No 4, NE corner of Kansas Street and Holly Ave. Recommended subject specifications be approved and authorization given to advertise for bids, to be received February 17, 1981. Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Armstrong, that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that "SPECIFICATION NO. 80 -7" and "NOTICE INVITING BIDS FOR MODIFICATIONS TO SANITATION PUMPING PLANT NO. 4 AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF HOLLY AVENUE AND KANSAS 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 -g- Council Minutes January 20, 1981 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 a.m., on Tuesday, February 17, 1981. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Johnson, Siadek and Mayor Van Vranken Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen None 3) Street Easement Deed from Kenneth A. Ruby for widening of Aviation Boulevard Presented subject deed which had been received from Aviation Business Park, Mr. Ruby general partner, for widening Aviation Boulevard on the east side, north of E1 Segundo Boulevard. Recommended acceptance of the document. Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Johnson, that the following resolution be adopted: WHEREAS, there has been presented to this Council a certain STREET EASEMZIT DEED, dated December 22, 1980, executed by Aviation Business Park, granting to the City of E1 Segundo an ease- ment and right -of -way for public street purposes, in, over, upon and across the real property in the City of El Segundo, County of Los Angeles, State of California, described as: All those portions of Lot 49 of Mills and Wicks subdivision of Sections 8 and 9 in Township 3 South, Range 14 West S.B.B.M., in the City of E1 Segundo, County of Los Angeles, State of California, as per map recorded in Book 16, page 44 of Miscellaneous records in the Office of the County Recorder of said county described as follows: PARCEL 1: The northerly 400.81 feet of that portion of said Lot 49 lying east of the Inglewood and Redondo Road (now Aviation Boulevard) as deeded to the County of Los Angeles, by deed recorded in Book 4372, page 33 of Deeds in the office of the County Recorder of said county and shown on the map recorded therewith; EXCEPT THEREFROM THAT PORTION OF SAID LOT 49 LYING EASTERLY OF THE WESTERLY 15.00 FEET; EXCEPT THEREFROM ALL MINERALS, GAS, OIL AND OTHER HYDROCARBON SUBSTANCES BEING IN AND UNDER THE SAID LAND BELOW A DEPTH OF 500 FEET TOGETHER WITH THE RIGHT TO REMOVE THE SAME BY WELLS LOCATED ON THE SURFACE OF ADJACENT LANDS AND DRILLED INTO THE ABOVE DESCRIBED LAND, BUT GRANTORS SHALL HAVE NO RIGHT TO USE THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND OR THAT PORTION OF SAID LAND LYING BETWEEN THE SURFACE AND A DEPTH OF 500 FEET FOR THE PURPOSE OF REMOVING SAID SUBSTANCES, AS EXCEPTED AND RESERVED BY EMMA L. LEUZINGER, A WIDOW IN DEED REGISTERED AUGUST 18, 1958, AS TORRENS DOCUMENT NO. 13178 -W PARCEL 2: The southerly 400.81 feet of the northerly 801.62 feet of that portion of said Lot 49 lying east of the Ingle- wood and Redondo Road (now Aviation Boulevard) as deeded to the County of Los Angeles by deed recorded in Book 4372, page 33 of Deeds in the office of the County Recorder of said county as shown on the map recorded therewith; -9- Council Minutes January 20, 1981 x53%1_3f) EXCEPT THEREFROM PURT "Im OF SAID LOT 49 LYING EASTERLY -_ :. ��+� ° Lo . 00 FEET; ALSO EXCEPT THE WESTERLY 11.00 FEET OF SAID ALSO EXCEPT ALL OIL, GAS, PETROLEUM AND OTHER HYDROCARBON SUBSTANCES AND MINERALS LYING AND BEING 500 FEET OR MORE BELOW THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND WITH NO RIGHT TO ENTER ON THE SURFACE OR UNDER THE SUBSURFACE OF SAID LAND ABOVE A DEPTH OF 500 FEET FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF SAID MINERAL SUB- STANCES, AS RESERVED BY EMMA L. LEUZINGER, A WIDOW, IN DEED RECORDED DECEMBER 30, 1958 IN BOOK D316, PAGE 992, OF OFFICIAL RECORDS. (East side Aviation Boulevard, North of E1 Segundo Boulevard) upon certain terms and conditions therein set forth; and WHEREAS, this Council has examined said document and the City Attorney has approved the same as to form; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the said City Council does hereby accept said easement on behalf of the City of E1 Segundo; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City Clerk be and she is hereby authorized and directed to cause said instrument to be recorded in the office of the County Recorder of the County of Los Angeles, State of California. On roll call, motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Johnson, Siadek and Mayor Van Vranken Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen None 4) New City entrance signs Advised that the present entrance /City Limit signs had deteriorated, having been in existance for a long time. Recommended they be replaced. Furnished a drawing of a proposed sign using the Chamber of Commerce Logo which he felt was more attractive than the City's Logo. Asked that approval be given to purchase twelve signs at a total cost of $2,000 and this amount be allocated from the unappropriated reserve of the General Fund. The Council discussed using the Chamber of Commerce Logo and using the slogan "Aerospace Capitol." Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Johnson, that the sign design be approved providing the words, "Aerospace Capitol" are deleted and that $2,000 be allocated from the unappropriated reserve of the General Fund for purchase of twelve signs. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Johnson, Siadek and Mayor Van Vranken Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen None 5) Change Order No. 5 to contract of Pascal & Ludwig, Inc. Advised that the original requirements for fencing on the west side of the 6.3 million gallon reservoir were inadequate for security purposes and the contractor had agreed to provide fencing according to the City's proposed modifications for an additional $800. Stated that the actual Change Order was not available at this time, but asked for approval in concept so that the contractor could proceed with the construction. -10- Council Minutes January 20, 1981 f � I •� V After discussion by the Council, and `:.cre -`_ng no objections, this item was deferred until the ne--.: regular City '-• -iLncil meeting. 12. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None • 13. NEW BUSINESS a. Councilman Siadek asked about retention of the recording tapes for the Council meetings, stating he would like to establish a policy to keep them for at least two years as a public record. There being no objections, this item was directed to be placed on the agenda for the next regular City Council meeting. b. Councilman Armstrong registered his concern about solicitation by Police and Fire for donations, etc. Police Chief Johnson stated the Police Association is concerned about the increased solicitation; that the Chamber of Commerce and the Police Department have looked into the problems, but did not think there was anything the department could do. c. Communication from Ross Plumbing was referred to the Traffic Com- mittee for review and report back to the Council. 14. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - None 15. ADJOURNMENT No other business appearing to come before the Council at this meeting, the Mayor declared the meeting adjourned, the hour of adjournment being 9:55 o'clock p.m. A APPROVED: R. K. Van Vranken, Mayor Respectfully submitted, Valerie A. Burrowes, City Clerk -11- Council Minutes January 20, 1981