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1981 MAR 17 CC MINMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL March 17, 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. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Presentation of the Flag Colors was made by members of Boy Scout Troop 267, after which those present joined in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, led by Troop Leader Bill Simmons. 3. INVOCATION The invocation was delivered by Pastor Eyrich Hansen of St. John's Lutheran Church. 4. ROLL CALL Present: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Johnson, Siadek and Mayor Van Vranken Absent: Councilmen None 5. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS a. Public hearing on Precise Plan No. 8 -80 for an 8 -unit townhouse development at 1717 -1721 East Pine Avenue, Mr. & Mrs. Roger Vian The Mayor announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed for the hearing on subject Precise Plan and inquired of the City Clerk if proper notice of the hearing had been given. City Clerk Burrowes replied that affidavits of mailing and publishing-the notice were in her file. The Mayor directed that the file become a part of this hearing. The Mayor then inquired if any written communications had been received, to which the City Clerk replied that none had been received in her office. Planning Associate Cosin reported that this plan meets the requirements of the new condominium ordinance and gave a brief description of the plans. Advised that the Planning Commission had approved the plans with certain conditions, which had been included in the resolution prepared for the Council's approval, along with the condition that the Plan be commenced within one year from the date of approval. The Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak regarding this proposed Precise Plan. There being no response, motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that the hearing be closed. Motion carried. Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Armstrong, that the Negative Declaration prepared for Precise Plan No. 8 -80, be certified. Motion carried. Motion was made by Councilman Armstrong, seconded by Councilman Johnson, that the following resolution, entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 3053 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING WITH CERTAIN CONDITIONS PRECISE PLAN NO. 8 -80 FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1717 AND 1721 EAST PINE AVENUE 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. Modification to Hughes Aircraft Company Precise Plan No. 3 -78 Councilman Bue announced that due to possible conflict of interest, he would not participate in the discussion or action of this item. Planning Associate Cosin reported that the Hughes Aircraft Company had revised its plans, deleting the corporate tower building in the north- west corner of their property and would move the recreation area from the Southern California Edison right -of -way to where the corporate tower was originally planned. Mr. Wayne Newstrom from Hughes Aircraft Company, responded to Council's questions regarding the changes; stated that the deletion of the tower building had nothing to do with the recreation program. Councilman Siadek asked if the Hughes recreational facilities would be available for Hughes employees only. Mr. Newstrom stated they would be for all Hughes employees in or outside of E1 Segundo. Also stated that the company would cooperate with the City for any special events. Director of Public Works Glickman advised that the City had entered into an agreement with Hughes Aircraft Company for the various improve- ments on the property as part of the Precise Plan and an agreement relating to recreational facilities specifying improvements being discussed tonight will be ready for Council consideration at the next Council meeting. Acting City Attorney Catherine Stone presented an ordinance, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING PRECISE PLAN NO. 3 -78 GRANTED TO HUGHES AIRCRAFT COMPANY FOR PRO- PERTY LOCATED SOUTH OF EL SEGUNDO BOULEVARD BETWEEN SEPULVEDA BOULEVARD AND DOUGLAS STREET WITHIN SAID CITY which title was read. Upon motion duly made and carried, further reading of the ordinance was waived. Thereafter, said ordinance was introduced by Councilman Siadek. C. Extension of Precise Plan No. 3 -79, 15 -unit townhouse development at 915 -925 Main Street Charles Gotanda Associate Planner Cosin advised that the developer had requested an extension on subject project, which expires March 18, 1981. Advised further that the Plan does not meet the new condominium ordinance, and therefore, the Commission had recommended approval of a 6- months' extension only. -2- Council Minutes March 17, 1981 r I I X5363 Ms. Catherine Smith, 1026 Manhattan Beach Boulevard, Manhattan Beach, stated the six months was adequate time. Related some of the things that had caused delay in the project, but the project would move ahead now. The Council discussed problems caused by abandoned buildings and indi- cated the necessity to either raze the buildings or stop the activities at that site. Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Armstrong, that the Precise Plan No. 3 -79 be extended for six months providing existing structures are razed within two weeks from today's date. After further discussion, Mayor Van Vranken offered a substitute motion to extend the Precise Plan No. 3 -79 for six months providing the exist- ing structures are razed within thirty days from today's date, with every effort being made by the developer to demolish the buildings at an earlier date. Motion was seconded by Councilman Bue and carried unanimously. 6. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - None 7. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES a. Airport Noise Control and Land Use Study Steering Committee(ANCLUC) Councilman Armstrong stated the work is progressing magnificently. b. I -105 Freeway Housing Advisory Committee Councilman Johnson read a letter from Mervyn M. Dymally, extending an invitation of Lynwood Councilman Byork, Chairman of subject committee, to attend a special meeting Friday, March 20, at 9:00 a.m., in Lynwood, the purpose of which is to update developments which have taken place in Washington regarding construction of the Freeway, and a report on Mr. Dymally's briefing with the Federal Highway Administration and the Environmental Protection Agency. 8. CONSENT CALENDAR Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Johnson, that all the items on the Consent Calendar be approved as recommended. Motion carried: a. Minutes of regular City Council meeting of March 3, 1981 ... Approved as written b. Warrants Nos. 70095 through 70229 on Demand Register Summary No. 17 and Expense Checks Nos. 3195 through 3264 on Expense Check Register No. 9, in total amount of $644,158.11 ... Ratified and approved C. Renewal of agreement with Heart of California Corporation for secured storage of the City's microfilm ... Agreement approved and Mayor authorized to sign on behalf of the City d. Invoice from County of Los Angeles for services rendered in connec- tion with Municipal Election held April 8, 1980 in amount of $694.23 ... Payment of $694.23 authorized to be made to the County of Los Angeles Registrar- Recorder, said funds to be drawn from the unappropriated reserve of the General Fund -3- Council Minutes March 17, 1981 X530 e. Amendment to Book Publishing Company agreement increasing cost of printing pages to E1 Segundo Municipal Code ... Agreement Amendment approved and Mayor authorized to sign on behalf of the City f. Quitclaim deeds for pipeline easements in Tracts 38985 & 39023 ... Approved quitclaiming the following described sewer line easement, which is no longer required by the City of E1 Segundo, and authorized the Mayor to execute said deed from the City of E1 Segundo to Arkenberg and Ball, Inc., and the City Clerk to attest the same: PARCEL 1: All that portion of Lot 434, Block 123 Sheet 8 E1 Segundo, as recorded in Book 22, Pages 106 and 107 of Maps in the office of the County Recorder, County of Los Angeles, State of California, more par- ticularly described as follows: A strip of land 2.00 feet in width, the centerline of which lies on the westerly prolongation of a line parallel to and 26.00 feet northerly of the southerly line of Lot 3 in said Block 123, said 2.00 foot strip of land being bounded on the West by the easterly line of Center Street (60.00 feet wide) as shown on said Sheet 8 and bounded on the east by the southwesterly line of that certain 10.00 foot wide easement to the City of E1 Segundo for storm drain purposes recorded in Book 55051, page 434 of Official Records of said county. (Tract No. 38985) PARCEL 2: All that portion of Parcel 2 of Parcel Map No. 6728 as recorded in Book 73, Page 85 of Parcel Maps in the office of the County Recorder, County of Los Angeles, State of California, more particularly described as follows: The southerly 2.00 feet of said Parcel 2 bounded on the west by the northerly pro- longation of the easterly line of Maryland Street (50.00 feet wide) and bounded on the east by the easterly line of said Parcel 2 as shown on said map of Parcel Map No. 6728. (The above described land also being a portion of Lot D Sheet 7 E1 Segundo as recorded in Book 22, Pages 54 and 55 of Maps in the office of said County Recorder.) (Tract No. 39023) ... Approved quitclaiming the following described sewer line easement, which is no longer required by the City of E1 Segundo, and authorized the Mayor to execute said deed from the City of E1 Segundo to Arkenberg and Ball, Inc., and the City Clerk to attest the same: All that portion of Lot 434, Block 123, Sheet 8 E1 Segundo, as.recorded in Book 22, Pages 106 and 107 of Maps in the office of the County Recorder, County of Los Angeles, State of California, more particularly described as follows: A strip of land 2.00 feet in width, the center- line of which is described as follows: BEGINNING at the most northerly corner of said Lot 434, THENCE south 540 09' 12" east along -4- Council Minutes March 17, 1981 53G* the northeasterly line of said Lot 434, a distance of 60.00 feet to a point; THENCE south 350 50' 48" west a distance of 10.00 feet to the True Point of Begin- ning, said True Point of Beginning lying in the southwesterly line of that certain 10.00 foot wide easement to the City of E1 Segundo for storm drain purposes recor- ded in Book 55051, page 434 of Official Records of said county; THENCE continuing south 350 50' 48" west a distance of 69.00 feet to a point; THENCE north 540 09' 12" west a distance of 2.83 feet more or less to a point of intersection with the westerly line of said Lot 434. (Tract No. 38985) ... Approved quitclaiming the following described pipeline easement, which is no longer required by the City of E1 Segundo, and authorized the Mayor to execute said deed from the City of E1 Segundo to Mariposa Market, Inc., and the City Clerk to attest the same: All that portion of Lot 3, Block 123, Sheet 8 E1 Segundo, as recorded in Book 22, Pages 106 and 107 of Maps in the office of the County Recorder, County of-Los Angeles, State of California, more particularly described as follows: A strip of land 4.0 feet in width, the centerline of which begins in the north line of said Lot 3, 75.0 feet west of the north- east corner, and terminates in the south line of said Lot 3, 18.75 feet west of the southeast corner of said Lot 3, the north boundary of said strip being the north boundary of said lot, and the south boun- dary of said strip being the south boundary of said lot. (Tract No. 38985) g. Resolution amending Administrative Code to provide for prorated recovery of uniform costs from fire employees who terminate within one year following hire, entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 3054 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, ADDING SECTIONS 1A4.195 AND 1A4.196 TO CHAPTER lA4 (FIRE SAFETY SERVICE SERIES) OF TITLE lA OF THE EL SEGUNDO ADMINISTRATIVE CODE ... Resolution adopted h. Senate Bill 314 providing for binding arbitration for public employees ... Opposed 9. CALL ITEMS FROM CONSENT CALENDAR - None 10. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS - None -5- Council Minutes March 17, 1981 11. REPORTS OF OFFICERS a. City Manager Jones 1) Legislative Bills facilitating commuter ride - sharing programs AB548, AB549, AB550, SB320 and SB321 Reported as follows: AB549 - introduced by Assemblywoman Ryan, addresses workers' compensa- tion coverage for accidents involving ridesharing vehicles funded in part by employers. AB550 - provides for a standard definition of ridesharing in the law and provides uniform exemptions from the California Public Utilities Commission as far a licensing of vehicles. AB548 - introduced by Assemblywoman Ryan, provides that employer ride - sharing incentives for employees are not considered a part of the comp- any's gross income subject to income taxation. SB321 - introduced by Senator Alquist, encourages employers to undertake ridesharing programs by clarifying the fact that administrative subsidy expenses are deductible from employer's income tax and vehicle purchase leases are entitled to twenty percent income tax credit. AB320 - introduced by Senator Petris, places a ceiling on gasoline tax- ation deductions which can be claimed by residents of air quality non - attainment areas, which includes E1 Segundo, equal to $84.00 per year; and also would allow persons who ride share or purchase transit passes to claim an income tax deduction up to $84.00 per year for that type expense. The Mayor urged everyone interested in reducing traffic congestion to write to his or her legislators in California and congressmen in Wash- ington. Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Johnson, that the five legislative bills be supported and that the authors of the bills be so notified as well as the legislators representing E1 Segundo. Motion carried. At this time, the City Manager introduced the City's new Director of Finance, Robert Giordano. 2) Federal Department of Transportation Grant for improving egress of high occupancy vehicles from parking lots Reported that the City had been working with the E1 Segundo Employers Association, Inc.,for a grant from the Federal Government for funds which would be matched by the employers to encourage participation in the ridesharing program by formulating a plan whereby the vans and buses would be given preferential treatment for parking and for exit- ing the parking lots. Advised that the City would be the grant sponsor; that a letter had been submitted to the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) supporting the program in concept, however, a formal resolution would be required. Mr. Don Tourlemke, Aerospace Corporation, Chairman of the Transpor- tation Systems Managerment Group, stated that some employers in E1 Segundo had incorporated for the purpose of combining funds and efforts to achieve their goals of developing a transportation system management plan for the E1 Segundo area; to work out bus express programs, a com- mute bikeway system, staggering working hours, fringe parking, and multiple employer ride - sharing, intending to make maximum use of system roadway networks and by giving incentives to high occupancy vehicles so more people would participate in the program. Stated this would be the first united effort project, that the employee population in the City is expected to grow up to 100,000 - 125,000 in the next three years. -6- Council Minutes March 17, 1981 w City Manager Jones responded to Council inquiry that the City was not a participant in the program at the present time, but may be involved later for required changes in traffic controls. Councilman Armstrong stated he would like to see some of the devel- opers, who are contributing to the traffic increase, become involved by contributing to the Plan. Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that the following resolution, entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 3055 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING SUBMITTAL OF A GRANT PROPOSAL FOR DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF HIGH - OCCUPANCY VEHICLE EGRESS FACILITIES 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 3) Mobile newspaper and aluminum recycling center Advised that a proposal had been received from Beach Cities Recycling Company to establish a recycling center in the parking lot at Main Street and Mariposa Avenue. Explained a weekly collection schedule would be maintained, charitable organizations would be given credit for material through a voucher system. Stated that a resolution had been prepared authorizing a permit to be issued to said company. Mr. Clayton Shepherd, Director of Beach Cities Recycling Company, responded to Council's questions. After further discussion, motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Armstrong, that the following resolution, entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 3056 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ISSUE A PERMIT FOR A SALVAGE STATION ON A PUBLIC PARKING LOT WITHIN THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO 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 4) Ordinance authorizing establishment of fire lane no- stopping zones on private property Fire Chief Baron reported of the continuing problem of restricted ingress at several commercial developments, that the Police Department cannot cite vehicles interfering with the ingress and egress on private property. Stated that many of the companies support this ordinance. -7- Council Minutes March 17, 1981 X q's Acting City Attorney Catherine Stone presented the ordinance, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 17.04 (THE FIRE CODE) OF THE EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE RELAT- ING TO ACCESS ROADWAYS FOR FIRE APPARATUS which title was read. Upon motion duly made and carried, further reading of said ordinance was waived. Thereafter, said ordinance was introduced by Councilman Bue. 5) Ordinance prohibiting parking in residential areas of vehicles transporting hazardous materials Advised an ordinance had been prepared that would regulate parking of vehicles in residential areas unattended which contain hazardous materials. Recommended approval. Acting City Attorney Stone presented subject ordinance, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 10.30 TO TITLE 10 OF THE EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE WHICH CHAPTER RELATES TO VEHICLES TRANSPORTING HAZARDOUS MATERIALS which title was read. Upon motion duly made and carried, further reading of said ordinance was waived. Thereafter, said ordinance was introduced by Councilman Siadek. City Manager Jones introduced Katherine Stone, acting on behalf of the City Attorney and also with the firm of Burke, Williams and Sorensen. Reported that Ms. Stone had been representing the City in dealings with other agencies, federal and state, relative to the Hyperion Energy Recovery System. Stated that a trip is planned to Washington, D.C., to visit legislators and federal offices of the EPA and some persons in the White House Liaison offices relating to the Clean Air Act and its implementations. Advised that arrangements had been made for a visit on March 30 and 31, 1981 for Ms. Stone, Councilmen Armstrong, and Siadek and himself, to attempt to gain some delay in the funding of the project at the Federal level. Ms. Stone advised meetings had been scheduled with the EPA in Washington, their General Consul and the acting Deputy Administrator. Stated they will meet with Senators Hawakawa and Cranston, Representative Dornan, and hope to meet with the Political Affairs people at the White House, the Department of Justice Land and Resources section and attempts were being made to scheule meetings with budget people. b. Director of Public Works Glickman 1) Modification of Sewer Plant No. 4 - Specification No 80 -7 Advised that bids had been received on subject project February 17, 1981, which bids were as follows: Name Amount of Bid C. K. Pump & Dewatering Company $129,400.00 Caliagua, Inc. $144,268.00 Advised that the low bid was over 100% above the City's estimate for this work, and therefore, recommended all bids be rejected. -8- Council Minutes March 17, 1981 FX 52c 1) Stated that some problems created by a few industries in the City were being corrected which will make it possible to reduce the cost by re- design of the.modifications, and it is also possible that large produ- cers of waste water flows may contribute financially. Recommended all bids be rejected and authorization given to redesign for future rebidding of this project. Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Johnson, that all bids be rejected for exceeding budgeted funds; that required modifications be redesigned for rebidding at a later date; and that the bidders' bonds be returned. Motion carried. 2) Floor tile at Recreation Clubhouse, Specification No. 80 -17 Advised that bids had been received for subject project on February 17, 1981, which bids were as follows: Name Amount of Bid Paul Williams & Company, Inc. $ 7,596.00 Empire Carpet & Linoleum Company $ 7,800.00 Lawrence W. Rosine Company $ 8,180.00 Sunset Floor Covering, Inc. $ 8,835.00 Sierra South Construction $11,242.00 Recommended that the low bid be accepted for said project. Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Armstrong, that the following resolution be adopted: WHEREAS, the City of E1 Segundo, California, duly advertised for bids for furnishing and installation of floor tile at the Recreation Clubhouse in accordance with Specification No. 80 -17; and WHEREAS, said bids were received by the City Council on February 17, 1981; and WHEREAS, the Director of Public Works found that the bid of Paul Williams & Company, Inc., in total amount of $7,596.00 was the lowest responsible bid. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, that the bid of Paul Williams & Company, Inc.,the lowest responsible bid, be accepted; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor of said City be and he is hereby auth- orized and instructed to execute the contract herein awarded for and on behalf of the City and 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 bid of Paul Williams & Company, Inc., are hereby rejected and the City Clerk is hereby authorized and instructed to return the bid bonds of all unsuccessful bidders. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Johnson, Siadek and Mayor Van Vranken Noes: Councilmen None Council Minutes Absent: Councilmen None March 17, 1981 -9- 3) Plans and Specifications No. 80 -8, construction of wheelchair ramps at various locations Advised that subject specifications include construction of 328 wheel- chair ramps at various locations in the City. Recommended approval of the specifications and authorization to advertise for bids to be received April 14, 1981. Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that "SPECIFICATION NO. 80 -8" and "NOTICE INVITING BIDS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF P.C.C. WHEELCHAIR RAMPS, CURBS AND SIDEWALKS AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS IN THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA," presented to the 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., on Tuesday, April 14, 1981. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Johnson, Siadek and Mayor Van Vranken Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen None City Manager Jones responded Main Street between Pine and these specifications because is to refurbish the downtown retail business. Stated it i men involved in the project. to Councilman Siadek's inquiries, that Franklin Avenues had been omitted from staff's objective, at some later date, streets to contribute to strengthening vas planned to get the downtown business- Council discussed the responsibilities of individual merchants and possibly the involvement of the Chamber of Commerce in that project. Mr. Ron Hart, Chairman of the Merchants' Committee, spoke regarding cleaning the sidewalks and streets in the downtown area. Mayor Van Vranken announced that the students would take Thursday of this week. 12. UNFINISHED BUSINESS the schedule for Student Government Day over local gpvernment on Wednesday and a. Extension of Holly Avenue between Washington and Illinois Streets Councilman Siadek stated that contrary to his original ideas, that visiting the area and further study indicated to him that extending the street and marking other streets "no through traffic" would relieve industrial traffic on residential streets. Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Johnson, that the staff proceed with extension of Holly Avenue. Councilman Armstrong asked that staff pursue the marking of the streets as "one way," "not a through street," or some indication to eliminate traffic problems, especially at night. -10- Council Minutes March 17, 1981 X5:3il Mayor Van Vranken stated the extension of the street alight move the traffic from one area to another and he was not convinced it would alleviate the traffic problems. After further discussion, motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Johnson, and Siadek Noes: Mayor Van Vranken Absent: Councilmen None 13. NEW BUSINESS - None 14. ORAL COMMUNICATION - None 15. ADJOURNMENT Fire Chief Baron asked that the meeting be adjourned in memory of Clarence Dinwiddie, who passed away on February 14, 1981. Stated he was a retired captain of the E1 Segundo Fire Department, who always made St. Patrick's day a memorable one in El Segundo. There being no further business to come before the Council at this session, the Mayor declared the meeting adjourned in memory of Clarence Dinwiddie, the hour of adjournment being 8:50 o'clock p.m. APPROVED: R. K. Van Vranken, Mayor Respectfully submitted, ���� • ��4GrirJi�- cu -e-aJ Valerie A. Burrowes, City Clerk -11- Council Minutes March 17, 1981