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1981 MAY 19 CC MINX � _1 3 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL May 19, 1981 1. CALL TO ORDER The E1 Segundo City Council convened in regular session on Tuesday, May 19, 1981 at 7:00 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 Troop Leader Bill Simmons in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America. 3. INVOCATION The invocation was delivered by Dr. Howard Greer, Pastor of the Pacific Baptist Church 4. ROLL CALL Present: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Johnson, Siadek and Mayor Van Vranken Absent: Councilmen None 5. PRESENTATIONS The Mayor read a proclamation declaring the month of June, 1981 as BURGLARY PREVENTION MONTH, and urged everyone to aid the police in prevention and detection of burglary. Police Chief Johnson accepted the proclamation from the Mayor. 6. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - - None 7. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES a. Vacancy on Recreation and Parks Commission The Mayor announced that applicants had been interviewed on April 29, 1981 for subject position, and after discussion, the general opinion of the Council was that very fine, qualified people had applied for and had been interviewed for the two vacancies on subject commission. After further discussion, motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Johnson, that the two incumbents, Anthony E. Arndt and Kitt Walsh be reappointed to serve additional 4 -year terms,said terms to expire May 14, 1985. Motion carried. Mayor Van Vranken stated there may be another vacancy on this commission and asked that the list of applicants for the present vacancies be kept current so that should a vacancy occur within the year, selection could be made from the applicants already interviewed. b. I -105 Freeway Advisory Committee. Councilman Johnson reported on his trip to Washington, D.C. with representatives from each of the corridor cities along the freeway route. Stated that contact was made with the Secretary of Transportation Drew Lewis and Ray Barnhart, head of the High- ways Division who would be in Southern California July 2 through 8 and would review the problems, especially in regards to the abandoned housing along the freeway route. Stated the group also met with Steven Rhodes, White House Liaison between local governments and the President's office, Senators Hayakawa and Cranston's staffs, who gave their support for the continuance of the freeway. C. League of California Cities. Councilman Johnson reported that the Corridor Cities delegation met with Governor Brown, Transportation Director Gianturco, Assemblyman Young and Deane Dana, all of whom expressed support for the I -105 Freeway. Stated the Governor's delegation would be in )�,' i Z 14 Washington, D.C. on June 2 to seek financial support for the freeway con- struction, that it now appears abandonment costs would almost equal the cost for proceeding. 8. CONSENT CALENDAR Councilman Armstrong requested that Items b, d, and f be withdrawn for separate discussion. Motion was made by Councilman Armstrong, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that the balance of the items on the Consent Calendar be approved. Motion carried: a. Minutes of regular City Council meeting held April 21, 1981 and Adjourned regular meeting held April 29, 1981. ... Approved as written c. Warrants Nos. 70793 through 70926 on Demand Register Summary No. 21 and Expense Checks Nos. 3303 through 3326 on Expense Check Register No. 11, in total amount of $464,421.20 ... Ratified and approved e. Resolution authorizing application for Roberti - Z'berg Urban Open - Space Block Grant for Parks improvements entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 3068 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE BLOCK GRANT APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS UNDER THE URBAN OPEN - SPACE AND RECREATION PROGRAM ... Resolution adopted 9. CALL ITEMS FROM CONSENT CALENDAR b. Minutes of regular City Council meeting held May 5, 1981 Councilman Armstrong referred to Page 9 of the minutes where City Manager Jones stated the City was supporting the litigation efforts of the Pacific Legal Foundation. Asked that the Council consider going further and possibly support the foundation financially. After discussion, Councilman Armstrong stated he did not mean that the minutes required changing. Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Armstrong, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that the Minutes of the regular meeting held May 5, 1981 be approved as written. Motion carried. Councilman Armstrong asked that Item 'f' be discussed at this time. f. Request for authorization to use Los Angeles County services for examining and verifying signatures on referendum petitions Councilman Armstrong asked what would be the buffer, or number of extra signatures required on the petitions in order to qualify as a ballot measure. Deputy City Clerk Bullock advised that possibly 1,000 signatures would be a safe amount; that the Registrar's office would verify the total number required by law, plus a few more and the City would be charged for only the number verified. Councilman Siadek asked the Council what other issues might be considered for placement on the ballot should an election evolve. After further discussion, motion was made by Councilman Armstrong, seconded by Councilman Bue, that subject request be approved. Motion carried. -2- Council Minutes May 19, 1981 X X41 d. Chevron, USA, Inc. request for one -year extension of permit for two office trailers on Refinery Grounds, to expire April 21, 1982 Councilman Armstrong stated there is vacant property that might be suitable for use as temporary quarters and possibly the City could work closely with the school, possibly the Junior High School, or any other properties, as an alternative to temporary trailers. Asked the Council to consider this in the future. Stated his concern was the number of trailers being used and the continual granting of extensions. City Manager Jones advised that the Council placed a limit of three years' usage of trailers for the purpose of control; that the regulations dis- courage rather than encourage use of trailers by imposing a $100 fee per year on each trailer and allowing the second year extension only if a valid building permit is on file for permanent quarters. Councilman Johnson stated the trailers need to be in proximity of the main quarters of a company. Motion was made by Councilman Armstrong, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that subject extension be approved. Motion carried. 10. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS a. Request for support for the 1981 graduation night in El Segundo Mr. Joe Van Pelt and other parents of High School seniors Mr. Van Pelt, 523 Whiting Street, explained the type of operation the parents planned and asked for support of the Council in this effort. Miss Stacy Wills, president of the Senior Class, stated the students have become less interested in going to Disneyland, and thought this would be a worthwhile event. Director of Recreation and Parks Ruis advised that a request had been received to use the facilities and there did not seem to be any conflict. The consensus of the Council was that financial support would not be approved, but certain facilities and police protection could be furnished. Mr. Ron Hart, chairman of the Merchants Committee of El Segundo, asked that requests for support from the downtown merchants be limited; that possibly the companies east of Sepulveda might be more receptive. After further discussion, Council agreed to endorse the program and that a letter would be written to this effect confirming this action, with a copy to the Superintentent of Schools. 11. REPORTS OF OFFICERS a. City Manager Jones 1) Report of architects Anthony and Langford on plans for the new City Yard Maintenance Facility Reported that staff had been working with the architects for a working program and that after concurrence with the schematic plan, the architects would proceed with preliminary plans for bidding documents. Mr. Wallace Langford, 16152 Beach Blvd. Huntington Beach, displayed the schematic plan for the facility and described the proposed plan. Director of Public Works Glickman responded to Council's questions stating the plan is adequate with minor room for expansion. Recommended moving ahead with the plan. Director of Recreation and Parks Ruis, stated the department had been involved in the plans as they progressed. City Manager Jones stated he thought the exterior wall treatment could be improved, and possibly the Council might consider adding a more attractive border. Recommended approval of the plans. -3- Council Minutes May 19, 1981 After further discussion, motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Johnson that the schematic plan be approved and authorization granted to prepare preliminary plans for the new City Yard Facility. Motion carried. 2) Budget study sessions and hearing Suggested that May 26 and 27 be reserved to study the budget and the public hearing be scheduled on June 16, 1981. Advised that the Council may wish to reschedule the study sessions in light of the fact that an invitation had been received to meet in Washington, D.C. with the newly confirmed director of the EPA on the 27th in regard to the Hyperion Project and Councilman Siadek would not be available for the study sessions on that date. After discussion, it was the consensus of the Council that budget study sessions be arranged for June 1 and June 3 at 6:00 o'clock p.m., and the public hearing be held June 16, 1981. 3) Change in insurance coverage for employees Group Term Life insurance Advised that the City's present insurance broker, William Delaney of PGA Insurance Services, Inc., had been reviewing insurance coverages and one recommendation had been to switch companies for better benefits to the employees at less cost to the City for group term life insurance. Stated the Employee Insurance Committee and staff supported the broker's recommendation to change from Pacific Standard to Great -West Life Insur- ance Company. Recommended that he be authorized to sign the necessary agreement to obtain the insurance from said company. Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Johnson, that the City Manager be authorized to sign on behalf of the City an agreement to obtain group life insurance coverage for City employees from Great -West Life Insurance Company. Motion carried. 4) Hughes Aircraft Company request for extension of permit for 20 -unit trailer complex at 2060 East Imperial Highway to expire January 1, 1982 5) Hughes Aircraft Company request for extension of permit for 30 -unit trailer complex at 2060 East Imperial Highway to expire February 19, 1982 6) Hughes Aircraft Company request for extension of permit for 2 -unit trailer complex at 920 Nash Street to expire April 1, 1982 Councilman Bue announced that due to possible conflict of interest, he would not participate in the action or discussion of these trailer permits. City Manager Jones advised that subject requests were for the last extensions permitted under the City Code, which allows trailers to be used for a maximum period of three years. Stated the trailers meet applicable code requirements and will be abandoned when personnel trans- fer to the new Hughes EDSG buildings prior to the expiration dates of the trailer permits. Recommended approval of the extensions as requested. Motion was made by Councilman Johnson, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that subject trailer permits be extended to the dates indicated. Motion carried. Councilman Armstrong directed that his comments made in regard to the trailer extension request of Chevron, U.S.A. Inc., become a part of the record as pertaining to the aforesaid trailer extensions. -4- Council Minutes May 19, 1981 ^41^ 7) Bids for towing service for Police Department, No. 80 -25 Advised that bids had been received from nine companies for towing vehicles and storage of same for a period of two years. Stated the premises of each bidder had been inspected and it was staff's recom- mendation that the bids of Airport Tow Service, All American Towing, Inc. Hawthorne Tow Service, Larry's 24 -Hour Towing, Inc. and J & D Auto Service be rejected for not meeting the City's specifications, and the bid of Beach Cities Towing be accepted as the lowest responsible bid meeting specifications. Councilman Siadek asked if Beach Cities Towing allows retrieval of vehicles at any hour of the day or night. Mr. Edward Travin, speaking for Mr. Germain of Beach Cities Towing, stated there is someone there 24 hours and vehicles could be picked up at any time. Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that the bid of Beach Cities Towing be accepted as the lowest responsible bid; that the provisions for retrieval of vehicles at any time be included in the contract terms and said contract be presented to the Council for approval. Motion carried. 8) Additional position of Account Clerk for processing traffic citations in Finance /Treasurer Departments Presented a report compiled by the Director of Finance on the processing of police traffic citations in the Finance, Treasurer and Police Depart- ments. Advised of the additional work load in the Finance Department and Treasurer's office required in order to maintain up -to -date records neces- sary for the successful function of this operation. Recommended approval to hire one account clerk for processing citations and other related work. The Council discussed the matter of the recent increase of fines for traffic violations; hiring of another person in the Finance Department to process citations and the matter of revenue generated from the cita- tions vs. Traffic Department expenses. The City Manager explained the purpose of traffic enforcement was not for revenue, but for safety; that restrictions placed on parking was for the bene- fit of businesses and patrons in the business areas, and to facilitate street cleaning throughout the City. Responding to the Council, Director of Finance Giordano advised that plans include streamlining the system whereby the Finance Department would take care of all the financial operations and would be entering data into the computer to update the master files directly to the Court in Inglewood, thus eliminating the duplication of Police Department effort. Councilman Siadek suggested holding this request for discussion in the budget study sessions. After further discussion, motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Johnson, that the City Manager's recommendation to fill the position of Account Clerk for the Finance /Treasurer's offices be approved. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Johnson and Mayor pan Vranken Noes: Councilmen Armstrong and Siadek Absent: Councilmen None 9) Hyperion Sludge Disposal Project City Manager Jones advised that Congressman Dornan had arranged an invita- tion to meet with Mrs.Gorsuch, Director of the Environmental Protection Agency to inform her of the proposed Hyperion Energy Recovery System; and that Councilman Siadek had expressed willingness to represent the City at this meeting. -5- Council Minutes May 19, 1981 X ) 4 1 Advised that Mr. Willard Bascomb of the Southern California Coastal Research Group had been invited to also represent the City to give the scientific background of conditions in the ocean here and the effects of ocean disposal sludge. Stated that Mr. Bascomb would do this without fee provided the City paid expenses. Advised further that Ms. Katherine Stone would be making the trip at the same time. Expressed the importance of this meeting and recommended that an additional $7,000 be allocated for this project for the balance of this fiscal year and that payment of Mr. Bascomb's expenses be approved. Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Bue, that $7,000 be allocated to the Hyperion Account for the balance of the 1980 -81 fiscal year, and that reasonable and necessary expenses incurred by Mr. Bascomb while representing the City in Washington, D.C. be paid from said Hyperion Account. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Johnson, Siadek and Mayor Van Vranken Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen None The City Attorney requested time with the Council in closed session to discuss matters regarding the Pacific Legal Foundation; and the City Manager asked to discuss meeting and conferring with both Police and Fire Associations. b. Director of Public Works Glickman 1) Completion of 6.3 million gallon water reservoir by Pascal and Ludwig, Inc., Specification No. 74 -22 Advised that subject work had been completed on May 1, 1981; that Notice of Completion had been filed; and that one Change Order is pending and will be submitted to the Council for approval when completed. Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that subject project be accepted as satisfactorily complete in accordance with Specification No. 74 -22, as of May 1, 1981. Motion carried. Councilman Siadek asked for a report on the original completion date, time extensions, change orders, subsequent costs vs. budgeted amounts and staff's prognosis of success of collecting any damages due. 2) Plans and Specifications No. 81 -3, Heater remix treatment of Main Street and Grand Avenue Advised that subject plans covered heater remix and resurfacing of Grand Avenue from California Street to Sepulveda Boulevard, and Main Street from Mariposa Avenue to Imperial Highway. Recommended approval of the specifications and authorization to advertise for bids, said bids to be received June 9, 1981. Motion was made by Councilman Siadek,seconded by Councilman Bue, that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that "SPECIFICATION NO. 81 -3" and "NOTICE INVITING BIDS FOR HEATER -REMIX OVERLAY ON MAIN STREET AND GRAND AVENUE 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., Tuesday, June 9, 1981. Council Minutes May 19, 1981 Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Johnson Siadek and Mayor Van Vranken Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen None 3) Modification of Sewer Plant No. 6 at Palm Avenue between California and Washington Streets, Specification No. 80 -15 Advised that bids had been received for subject project on May 5, 1981, which bids were as follows: Name Amount of Bid Sira Engineering Construction Co. $ 53,495.00 Schuler Engineering Corporation 60,144.00 C.K. Pump & Dewatering Corp. 62,576.00 West AM Builders & Engineering, Inc. 64,990.00 Triad Mechanical, Inc. 66,000.00 Pentaco, Inc. 77,800.00 Protocon, Inc. 79,970.00 Recommended that the low bid be accepted. Motion was made by Councilman Armstrong, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that the following resolution be adopted: WHEREAS, the City of E1 Segundo, California, duly advertised for bids for modi- fication of Sewer Plant No. 6 in accordance with Specification No. 80 -15; and WHEREAS, said bids were received by the City Council on May 5, 1981; and WHEREAS, the Director of Public Works found that the bid of Sira Engineering Construction Company, in total amount of $53,495 was the lowest responsible bid. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, that the bid of Sira Engineering Construction Company, the lowest responsible bid, be accepted; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor of said City be and he is hereby authorized 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 Sira Engineering Con- struction Company, 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 Absent: Councilmen None -7 Council Minutes May 19, 1981 4) Completion of Installation of Floor Tile at Recreation Center Clubhouse by Paul Williams and Company, Inc., Spec No 80 -17 Advised that subject work had been completed on May 4, 1981 and Notice of Completion had been filed. Recommended acceptance of this project. Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that subject project be accepted as satisfactorily complete in accordance with Specification No. 80 -17, as of May 4, 1981. Motion carried. 5) Resolution adopting 1981 Supplement to 1979 Edition of Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction Recommended adoption. Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Bue, that the following resolution, entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 3069 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AND ADOPTING "STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS FOR PUBLIC WORKS CONSTRUCTION, 1979 EDITION," AND THE 1980 AND 1981 SUPPLEMENTS THERETO AND RESCINDING RESOLU- TION NO. 2992 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 6) Amendment to agreements with Mobil Oil Corporation and the City of Torrance for lease of the City's water rights Stated the City had been informed that the water year, formerly from October 1 to September 30 of each year, had been changed to correspond to the fiscal year. Presented an amendment to the agreement the City has with Mobil Oil Corporation indicating the lease period would expire June 30, 1981 rather than September 30, 1981. Also presented an amend- ment to the agreement with the City of Torrance establishing the water year as July 1, 1981 through June 30, 1982. Recommended approval of the amendments. Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Johnson, that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that that certain form of AMENDMENT TO LEASE OF WATER RIGHTS between the City and Mobil Oil Corporation, 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 amendment 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 authorize to execute said amendment for and on behalf of said City and the City Clerk to attest the same. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Johnson, Siadek and Mayor Van Vranken Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen None -8- Council Minutes May 19, 1981 ; .154-"> 1. Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Johnson, that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that that certain form of AMENDMENT TO WATER RIGHT LICENSE AND AGREEMENT between the City of E1 Segundo and the City of Torrance, pre- sented 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 amendment be placed on file in the office of the City Clerk; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor of the City of E1 Segundo be and he is hereby authorized to execute said amendment for and on behalf of said City of E1 Segundo and the City Clerk to attest the same. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Johnson, Siadek and Mayor Van Vranken Noes: Councilmen None Absent: Councilmen None 7) Resolution amending the City's water rates Advised that an increase in the rate of water supplied to the City will be effective July 1, 1981, and to compensate for this increase, recom- mended rates and charges be increased to the water consumers in an amount of 2C per hundred cubic feet, and that said change be effective August 1, 1981. Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Johnson, that the following resolution, entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 3070 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, FIXING AND ESTABLISHING RATES AND CHARGES FOR WATER SERVICE IN SAID CITY AND RESCINDING RESOLUTIONS NOS. 3011 ADID 3032 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 8) Report on generating electricity at the City Water Pressure Reducing Station on E1 Segundo Boulevard Presented a report compiled by Consulting Engineers Alderman, Swift & Lewis, indicating conversion of subject plant would be operationally and financially feasible; that the City could recover the capital costs of making the improvements in approximately three years, and after that time, revenue from the sale of electricity would be approximately $250,000 per year. Stated the entire program looks like a positive approach. Recommended Council acceptance of the Final Report and approval to proceed with a Request for Proposal for this project. Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that the Report On The Feasibility of Generating Electricity at the City of E1 Segundo Water Pressure Reducing Station, dated March 5, 1981, be accepted and that staff be authorized to prepare a Request for Proposal for subject conversion. -9- Council Minutes May 19, 1981 X,5422 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 9) Carpeting in City Library Councilman Siadek asked that replacement of the carpeting in the Library be expedited. Staff advised that bids for painting, tiling and carpeting the library had been advertised, opening of the bids to be on June 2, 1981 and that it may not be feasible to install the carpeting before the other work is done. After discussion, motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Bue, that to eliminate a potential safety hazard, replacement of the carpeting at the City Library be made in the most expeditious manner possible. Motion carried. 11. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None 12. NEW BUSINESS a. Councilman Johnson stated that some of the handicapped ramps in Washington D.C. were very steep causing stumbling and falling. Asked the Director of Public Works to watch this closely so that the ramps now being constructed throughout the City would not present such a hazard. 13. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS a. Mr. John Ellings, 807 Center Street, related an experience he had involving an animal control officer in attempting to cite him for a purported violation of animal regulations. Stated the officer very abruptly confronted him giving no explanation nor identifying himself. Stated he refused to comply and the police were called who informed him he would be arrested if he did not sign the citation for letting his dog run loose. Stated his dog was not loose, it was in the back yard and that he wanted the Council to know of the intimidation by the police and the animal control officers. Further asked if the Humane Officer had the right under E1 Segundo law to issue citations. Mayor Van Vranken and Police Chief Johnson suggested that Mr. Ellings go to the Police Department and file a formal complaint so it would be on record. NEW BUSINESS (continued) b. Councilman Johnson stated that the City's source of income was of concern, and in light of recent events indicating a considerable drop in revenue, asked Council's support in asking staff to make a preliminary study of anticipated sources of income to help the Council attack any problems that may occur in the future. The City Manager advised he thought the information was available and it may be advantageous to gather the information into one report. 14. RECESS At the hour of 9:35 o'clock p.m., the Council recessed to a Closed Session in the Mayor's office to discuss three matters of potential litigation, two matters of anticipated litigation and discussion of meeting and confer - ing negotiations with the Police and Fire Associations. -10- Council Minutes May 19, 1981 At the hour of 10:50 o'clock p.m., the Council reconvened, all members being present and answering roll call. 15. ADJOURNMENT No other business appearing to come before the Council at this session, Mayor Van Vranken declared the meeting adjourned to 6:00 o'clock p.m., June 1, 1981 in the Council Chamber of the E1 Segundo City Hall, 350 Main Street; the hour of adjournment of this meeting being 10:55 o'clock p.m. APPROVED R. R. Van Vranken, Mayor Respectfully submitted, ,Grti Valerie A. Burrowes, City Clerk -11- Council Minutes May 19, 1981