1982 APR 06 CC MINX5641
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
April 6, 1982
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 was led by City Librarian Barbara Kirby.
3. INVOCATION was delivered by Pastor Lawrence Swain of the First
Baptist Church
4. ROLL CALL Present: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Johnson,
Siadek and Mayor Van Vranken
Absent: Councilmen None
5. PRESENTATIONS
a. Mayor Van Vranken read a proclamation declaring the week of
April 18 thru 24, 1982 as VICTIMS RIGHTS WEEK
The Mayor presented the proclamation to Police Chief James Johnson.
b. Mayor Van Vranken read a proclamation declaring the month of
April, 1982 as NEIGHBORHOOD ALERT MONTH
The Mayor presented the proclamation to Police Chief Johnson, who
invited citizens to a Crime Prevention Fair on April 24, 1982 in the
City Hall Mall, where some of the means by which the people can defend
themselves against crime will be displayed.
Councilman Armstrong announced that a Crime Prevention Meeting Block
Alert Program has been set up in neighborhoods, which is an on -going
program in this city.
6. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
a. Hearing on 1982 -83 Community Development Block Grant Program
The Mayor announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed
for subject hearing and inquired of the City Clerk if proper notice of
the hearing had been given. City Clerk Burrowes advised that affidavit
of publishing the notice was in her file. The Mayor directed that the
file become a part of this hearing,-and inquired if any written commun-
ications had been received. The City Clerk replied that she had received
none.
Planning Director Romaniello reported subject program was funded by the
federal government and administered by the counties throughout the coun-
try, the purpose of which is to try to prevent and eliminate slums or
blighted conditions in communities. Advised that staff had reviewed
kinds of programs that would be equitable in this city and listed three
in the report: Feasibility of using the old City Yard for a senior
and handicapped housing project; program for maintenance of housing
of elderly, handicapped and low- income persons; and develop a plan for
revitalizing Main Street and Richmond Street commercial areas. Also
the funds could be used for revisions to the existing General Plan,
City -wide conservation programs and creating a housing counselor posi-
tion to administer the programs chosen.
Further advised the City was entitled to join and place the funds into
a contingency account, postponing activity for one year, or accepting
the funds for three years, accumulating that money for one major program.
Another choice would be to loan the money to another community and accept
from that entity, without obligation, monies that could be used for other
than the aforementioned plans, or the City could choose not to participate.
Council questioned what strings might be attached to accepting the money.
The Planning Director stated there were no strings at this stage, it
would depend on what programs were chosen, that any kind of administra-
tive program would not involve any strings, that once a program is
determined, only ten percent of the money can be used for planning and
ten percent for administration. Stated at this time, commitment to
participate in the county -wide program would be required, but a commit-
ment to a specific program would not be required. Advised the City
could reserve the right to study all programs called for in the loan,
and upon completion of the study, two years would be allowed to imple-
ment those programs. Stated the City does not have to take the money
or follow through until the money is accepted and the project accepted.
Councilman Armstrong stated the City was looking for ways to return
money to the people, so he did not think an application should be made
for more money with possible strings attached.
City Manager Jones advised that procedures for this year's application
must be submitted by April 23rd and wished to have the Council direct
staff on what programs to present at the April 20th meeting.
Recommended the Council approve filing the application and in the
first year use the money to study feasibility of using the City Yard
for senior and handicapped housing with goals to look at building the
housing with private and City money, which would relieve the City from
any strings; secondly develop some type of program assistance for elderly,
handicapped and low income persons and thirdly, investigate Main Street
revitalization with funding from public and private sources.
After discussion by the Council, the Mayor inquired if anyone present
wished to speak regarding this matter.
a. Mrs. Nicky Wislocky, 1208 East Pine Avenue, stated this was a public
hearing, but most of the decisions had already been made before the pub-
lic has had an opportunity to speak. Advised the taxpayers ask that
the agreement be rescinded, that there is no record of what the County
has agreed to do, that the City's recommendations have no legal sig-
nificance because the County has the power to approve what it wants.
Stated the City has surplus funds which can be spent without any strings.
b. Mr. Steve Wiley, 713 Hillcrest Street, stated he had served the
Reagan Administration as Federal Review Officer, and his experience
revealed that cities and counties have had to deal with strings applied
years after the projects were started. Some of the situations were des-
cribed, after which he asked the Council to stay away from the grants,
that others had lived to regret accepting the money.
c. Mrs. Ruth Bixler, 733 West Pine Avenue, asked how much of the
$129,133 could be used for studies and could the studies be completed
with the allotment.
The Planning Director responded that 10% could be used towards planning
or study of any given program prcposed to the County and accepted; also
an additional 10% for administration of that program; but the 20% could
not be used for physical implementation of the program.
The Planning Director spoke of the programs referred to by Mr. Wiley,
that these were considered human or social programs which when under-
taken are an ongoing project. Stated the staff is not recommending
these types of programs. The only strings for the City's plan are
once a program is proposed, found to be feasible, and consent is given,
then the program must be carried through; at that point, the City cannot
back out.
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d. Mr. William Kessen6r840 Lomita Street, recommended the Council
concentrate on handling the surplus funds, that the amount of money
in this plan does not warrant getting involved. Advocated State,
County, City and Federal officials cut back on the amount of money
they want which would cut down on the taxpayers' dollars.
e. Mr. Walt Eggert, 1435 East Sycamore Avenue, stated the Council's
minds were made up before hearing any public testimony and asked for
further consideration before action is taken.
f. Mr. Ross Kongable, 909 McCarthy Court, asked if ten percent were
spent and then it was decided not to proceed, would this money have
to be returned.
Mr. Romaniello advised that if it is understood that application is
for a study to determine whether or not to proceed, then the funds
would not be required to be returned.
Mr. Kongable stated that if the program is important, not enough time
has been allowed for public input. Further, commended the Council
for hiring Mr. Romaniello, that planning help is needed before a deci-
sion is made to accept HUD money, that he did not think this was such
an urgent project. Expressed his concern for the City to go in the right
direction.
Hearing no further response, motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded
by Councilman Armstrong, that the public hearing be closed. Motion carried.
Councilman Siadek stated he did not think the problems could be solved
until a study is made. Councilman Bue stated his largest concern is
strings attached to grants of Federal money; that the Council had been
very careful in the past in the administration and use of grant monies
and that he would not be opposed to putting it off until next year for
more study.
Councilman Johnson stated the money would provide an opportunity to make
the study. Councilman Armstrong advised he favored taking time to look
at this proposal for a year.
The Planning Director advised that the application could be made for
a specific project and then postpone action until the next fiscal year,
putting the money in a contingency account, or the Council could accept
an option from the City of Lomita or it could just bow out of the program.
Mayor Van Vranken stated the senior citizens needs should be addressed
very soon, that the City should be ready when the old City Yard property
becomes available. Proposed that staff be asked to process the request
to do the first study for senior citizen housing and not take action
this year to fund the other studies. Also proposed that staff prepare
the paperwork and the Council defer action until the next regular City
Council meeting.
After further discussion, motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded
by Councilman Bue that Community Development Block Grant funds be used
to study the need and location of a senior housing project and that
the method of funding and final action be considered at the next regular
City Council meeting. Motion carried unanimously
RECESS At this time, the hour being 9:05 o'clock p.m., the
5- minute recess. At the hour of 9:10 o'clock p.m.,
all members being present and answering roll call.
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Mayor declared a
the Council reconvened,
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6. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS (coatinued)
b. Public Hearing on proposed Unclassified Use Permit and Negative
Declaration for Helistop at Hughes Aircraft Company EDSG Facility
The Mayor announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed
for a public hearing on subject matter, and inquired of the City Clerk
if proper notice had been given. City Clerk Burrowes replied that
affidavits of publishing and mailing were in her file. The Mayor asked
that the files become a part of this hearing, and then inquired if any
written communications had been received, to which she replied that
none had been received in her office.
Councilman Bue announced that due to possible conflict of interest, he
would not participate in the discussion or action in this matter.
Director of Planning Romaniello reported that it had been determined
the project would not have an impact on the neighborhood, and therefore,
a Negative Declaration had been prepared. Further reported that the
Planning Commission approved the project and the Negative Declaration.
The Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak regarding this
project.
a. Mr. Carl Jacobson, 1212 East Acacia Avenue, pointed out that the
City's Noise Ordinance restricts noise between the hours of 10 PM and
7 AM, but this permit allows operations to start as early as 6 AM.
Asked if something could be put in the Code regarding identity of co= anv
aircraft, along with telephone numbers to call so that citizens would
have some recourse for violations. Also requested that the permitted
time be changed to 7:00 A.M. rather than 6:00 A.M.
b. Mr. Byron Smith, Hughes Aircraft Company, stated that none of the
aircraft are identified as Hughes, they are marked with FAA numbers only.
The Mayor asked if Hughes would be willing to provide the City with a
list of numbers of the aircraft to be used by Hughes.
Mr. Smith stated he was sure there would be no objection. Also that
he doubted very much if any aircraft would be airborne before 7:00 A.M.
There being no further response, motion was made by Councilman Siadek,
seconded by Councilman Armstrong, that the public hearing be closed.
Motion carried.
Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Johnson, seconded by Councilman
Siadek, that the Negative Declaration for subject project be certified.
Motion carried.
City Manager Jones advised if the Council wished to have a means of
reaching responsible parties for reporting helicopter flight violations,
this could be handled by a separate ordinance.
After discussion, Council directed that staff prepare an ordinance
requiring helicopter serial numbers and corresponding responsible company
names be furnished to the City so that violations or negative impacts on
the residents could be reported.
Acting City Attorney Kathy Stone presented an ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO,
CALIFORNIA, GRANTING AN UNCLASSIFIED USE
PERMIT (1 -81), SUBJECT TO CERTAIN LIMITATIONS
AND CONDITIONS, TO HUGHES AIRCRAFT COMPANY,
TO ESTABLISH AND OPERATE A HELISTOP ON PROP-
ERTY LOCATED ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF EL SEGUNDO
BOULEVARD, BETWEEN SEPULVEDA BOULEVARD AND
DOUGLAS STREET 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, the ordinance was introduced by Councilman
Johnson.
c. Request from El Segundo Ministerial Association for exception to
the Noise Standards
City Manager Jones advised a request had been received to hold Easter
Sunrise Services in in Library Park with a permit to use amplified
sound at the services.
Motion was made by Councilman Armstrong, seconded by Councilman Siadek,
that subject request be approved. Motion carried.
7. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
a. Mrs. Bonnie Blahut, 1403 East Sycamore Avenue, representing the
Senior Class and the PTA, asked for permission to use Recreation Club-
house for an all night party for the seniors on June 17, 1982, graduation
night.
Motion was made by Councilman Johnson, seconded by Councilman Bue, that
permission be given to use the Recreation Clubhouse for the Seniors'
graduation all -night party. Motion carried with Councilman Siadek
abstaining.
8. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
a. League of California Cities. Councilman Johnson reported he had
Joined the March On The Capitol, that out of 450 members, 377
were represented. Stated he met with Senator Beverly, Assemblywoman
Rvan and Assemblyman Tucker, who, through the State redistricting would
be E1 Segundo's representative, replacing Mrs. Ryan. Reported he dis-
cussed extensively freeway and traffic problems with Mrs. Gianturco.
b. Noise Abatement Committee. Councilman Armstrong reported that the
Committee took exception to FAA Administrator Helms's plans for shutting
down the authority of small towns in having any particular say on airport
noise. Asked if a resolution c6uld be adopted opposing this stand.
The Mayor stated that a letter is usually very effective. City Manager
Jones stated staff would be happy to do this.
9. CONSENT CALENDAR
Requests were made to withdraw the following items from the Consent
Calendar for individual discussion: (b) (e) (k) (1) (n) (o) (r) (s) (,�)
(w) and (x).
Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman
Siadek, that the balance of the items be approved as recommended.
Motion carried.
a. Amended Minutes of City Council meeting held February 16, 1982
... Approved as amended
c. Warrants Nos. 74333 through 74585 on Demand Register Summary No. 18
in total amount of $812,005.20
... Ratified and approved
d. Claim of Ms. Aileen Matchett for personal injuries
... Claim denied
f. Chevron, USA, Inc. request for 2nd year extension of permit for
2 -unit trailer Complex X6113 located on Refinery Grounds
... Permit extension approved, to expire March 5, 1983
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g. Chevron, USA, Inc. request for 2nd year extension of permit
for 2 -unit trailer complex X6115 located on Refinery Grounds
... Permit extension approved, to expire March 22, 1983
h. Chevron, USA, Inc. request for 2nd year extension of permit
for 2 -unit trailer complex #116 located on Refinery Grounds
... Permit extension approved to expire March 31, 1983
i. Chevron, USA, Inc. request for 2nd year extension of permit
for one trailer #117 located on Refinery Grounds
... Permit extension approved, to expire March 30, 1983
j. Chevron, USA, Inc. request for 2nd year extension of permit
for one trailer #118 located on Refinery Grounds
... Permit extension approved, to expire March 30, 1983
m. Murcole, Inc., application for permit to pick up refuse and
rubbish in E1 Segundo
... Permit granted
o. Resolution amending pay rate for residence polling places used
for Municipal Election to be held April 13, 1982
entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 3133
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE CHARGE
FOR EACH POLLING PLACE-SET FORTH IN SECTION 2
of RESOLUTION NO. 3128, ADOPTED MARCH 2, 1982
which was adopted.
p. Completion of Project No. 80 -9 - Removal and Replacement of
Deteriorated Curbs and Sidewalks at Various Locations
by Fleming Engineerine
... Project accepted as satisfactorily complete as of
March 11, 1982
t. Bids for Hydraulic Boom Manlift
... Low bid of Truck Hydraulic Equipment Company, Inc.
in total amount of $26,445.05 including sales tax, accepted
V. Bids for Video Equipment for Cable Television programming
... All alternate bids rejected; low bid for each item
accepted: Item 1 from Hoffman Video Systems for $6,042
Items B & D from Instant Replay Equipment Co. for $4,051.32
Items C, E & G from Video Systems Network for $2,382.88, and
Item F from Tritonics, Inc., for $41.34, totaling $12,517.54,
including sales tax; and $2,200 transferred from Account No.
182012 to Account No. 182091.
10. CALL ITEMS FROM CONSENT CALENDAR
b. Minutes of regular City Council meeting held March 2, 1982
Councilman Siadek asked that the minutes be amended to show when a
speaker had been restrained from making further remarks at the microphone.
Mr. Dennis Martin, 836 East Grand Avenue, referred to Mr. Weber's remarks
on Page 4, that the minutes did not represent the situation. Stated that
for the record, everything he had presented so far with the City Budget
had been reviewed by City officials and obviously there is nothing at
all false in it.
The Mayor advised that staff had not validated the material Mr. Martin
had presented.
Mr. Martin referred to page 7, Item 6, that after Mrs. Wilbanks spoke,
he came back to the microphone and declared his position, relating it
as a friend of the Court brief of testing State law on whether there
was a conflict of interest in terms of the statutes of the State
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and that was not reported in the minutes of March 2, which makes him
look bad. Stated he thought it important for the record that he had
never attacked the Council members'personal.values and that was not
reflected in the minutes.
The Mayor suggested that Mr. Martin make arrangements to listen to the
tape in the City Clerk's office.
Councilman Armstrong referred to Page 5, Paragraph 4 in which the
minutes state that the staff or a research company be directed to
find out the best way to present ideas to the people regarding the
Gann excess funds. Asked that "research company" be deleted, that
he did not recall that as being a directive, and if it was mentioned,
stated he would not like to have an outside company responsible for
this task.
e. Extension of agreement with Alarm Systems, Inc., for operation and
maintenance of City's burglary and robbery alarm system
Mr. Carl Jacobson, 1212 East Acacia Avenue, stated that phrases were
in the new amendment that were not in the first agreement; that this
is the second time subscribers have not been informed of contemplated
action which would affect them.
Council discussed with Mr. Jacobson the alternatives and the amendment
appeared to be the very best for the City, subscribers and the Alarm
Company.
Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Bue, that
the following resolution be adopted:
RESOLVED, that that certain form
of Amendment to Agreement for burglary and robbery
alarm system between the City of E1 Segundo and
Alarm Systems, Inc., 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 to Agreement 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 here-
by 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 Armstrong, Bue, Johnson,
Siadek and Mayor Van Vranken
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilmen None
k. Audit Report for Fiscal Year 1980 -81 from Cotton and Francisco
Councilman Armstrong asked that this item be deferred until the next
regular City Council meeting to be held April 20, 1982.
Hearing no objection, the Mayor so ordered.
1. Proposal to contract with Gass & Associates for collecting costs
associated with damages to City property by private individuals
City Manager Jones advised that generally the overall expense for
collection of costs from private individuals for the repair or replace-
ment of damaged property exceeds the actual cost to the City. In reply
to Councilman Bue's concern that no other company had been contacted
regarding providing this type service, stated that staff had contacted
other cities using this company's services and received very good reports.
Further, stated since this was a no -cost item to the City, he did not take
into consideration the possibility of going to bid, but if that was the
wish of the Council he would be happy to do so.
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After further discussion, motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded
by Councilman Armstrong, that the proposal of Gass & Associates be accep-
ted. Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Johnson,
Siadek and Mayor Van Vranken
Noes: Councilman Bue
Absent: Councilmen None
(m)Councilman Armstrong inquired about Item (m), Murcole, Inc. application
for pick up of refuse and rubbish in the City. Stated there are already
nineteen permits issued, and wondered if any more are needed.
The City Manager stated he thought the Council might like to give this
procedure some thought; that these applications are required by Code to
be submitted to the Council, but have been approved on a routine basis
in the past. Advised it may serve a better purpose if these applications
were treated like any other request for a license in the City.
The Council concurred and asked staff to explore the possibility of
handling refuse collection applications as any other business license
request.
n. Request for appropriation of $12,000 from the General Fund Reserve
and normal bidding procedures be waived for emergency purchases of
security lighting and installation at Hilltop Park
City Manager Jones advised that present lighting at Hilltop Park is
inoperable, and for security reasons, asked that normal bidding pro-
cedures be waived and funds allocated in order to proceed immediately
to safeguard the area. Recommended approval and that the Council's
motion include the terms of Government Code Section 37906, which covers
procedures for emergency purchases.
Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that
the following resolution be adopted:
RESOLVED, that the public interest
and necessity demand the immediate expenditure of
Public money to safeguard life and property by
awarding the following contracts without bid:
.. A purchase order in the amount of $6,907.13
to Pacific States Electrical Wholesale Company;
A purchase order in the amount of $2,650.00
to Gaudio Electric Company; and
.. A purchase order for concrete work in
connection with subject project in an
amount not to exceed $2,442.87; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the
amount of $12,000 be transferred from the General
Fund Reserve into the Parks Division Capital Account
to cover the aforesaid purchase orders; and
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that the
Director of Finance is hereby authorized to issue
said purchase orders on behalf of the City of E1
Segundo.
Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Johnson,
Siadek and Mayor Van Vranken
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilmen None
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q. Plans and Specifications No. 82 -5 and authorization to advertise
for bids for removal of median island on Nash Street
Councilman Bue stated that this condition had existed for many years
and wondered why it was needed now.
City Manager Jones advised that the growth in the area with increased
traffic was creating a problem for quick exits from the Fire Station.
Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Armstrong,
that the following resolution be adopted:
RESOLVED, that "SPECIFICATION NO. 82 -5"
and "NOTICE INVITING BIDS FOR REMOVAL OF MEDIAN ISLAND
AND CONSTRUCTION OF PAVEMENT ON NASH STREET NORTH OF EL
SEGUNDO BLVD. AT FIRE STATION NO. 2 DRIVEWAY, 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, April 27, 1982.
Motion carried,'by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Johnson,
Siadek and Mayor Van Vranken
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilmen None
r. Exoneration of Hillcrest Properties Subdivision Bond No. 8SM173116
covering maintenance of off -site improvements, labor and materials
Tract No. 31569 Redwood Avenue, Dune Street, etc.
Councilman Armstrong referred to this item and the.next item, stating that
dirt had been removed from one location onto another where houses are
being built causing a drainage problem for neighboring properties.
Director of Public Works Glickman advsied that subject bonds related
to offsite improvements of the subject tracts and did not believe this
related to the projects referred to by Councilman Armstrong.
Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Armstrong, seconded by Coun-
cilman Bue, that the following resolution be adopted:
RESOLVED, that those certain Subdivision
Bonds No. 8SM173116, dated February 8, 1978 with Hillcrest
Properties, a Partnership, as Principal and American Motor-
ists Insurance Company as Surety, each in the amount of
$27,000 are hereby exonerated from all liability accruing
thereunder subsequent to midnight this date, April 6, 1982.
Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Johnson,
Siadek and Mayor Van Vranken
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilmen None
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s. Exoneration of Hillcrest Properties Subdivision Bonds Nos.
8SM550794 and 8SM530796 covering faithful performance, labor
and materials and survey monuments setting in Tract No. 32963
Maple and Sycamore Avenues west of Hillcrest Street
Motion was made by Councilman Armstrong, seconded by Councilman Bue,
that the following resolution be adopted:
RESOLVED, that those certain Sub-
division Bonds Nos. 8SM550794 and 8SM550796, dated
November 3, 1978 with Hillcrest Properties, a Part-
nership as Principal and American Motorists Insurance
Company as Surety, in amount of $28,000 and $1,000
respectively, be and the same are hereby exonerated
from all liability accruing thereunder subsequent to
midnight this date, April 6, 1982.
Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Johnson,
Siadek and Mayor Van Vranken
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilmen None
U. Bids for 3 -ton Pavement Roller with Trailer
as follows:
_Name Amount of Bid
Nixon -Egli Equipment Co. $ 12,757.10
Alternate 11,775.54
The Suppliers 12,920.34
F.M.C. Corporation 13,613.58
Essick Machinery Co. 20,067.66
The Director of Public Works recommended that the bid of Essick
Manufacturing Company be approved as the only acceptable bid meeting
City specifications.
Councilman Bue stated he thought bids should be resolicited.
The Director of Public Works advised that specifications called for a
static roller and all but Nixon -Egli Equipment Company's regular bid
were for vibratory rollers known to have a history of high maintenance
requirements, that the first bid of Nixon -Egli Equipment Company -lid
not meet the weight specifications. Furthermore, advised that Essick
rollers were manufactured in Los Angeles making the supply of spare
parts convenient and in less time than any other bidder.
After further discussion, motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded
by Councilman Siadek, that the low bids of Nixon -Egli Equipment Company;
The Suppliers, and F.M.C. Corporation be rejected as not meeting City
specifications, and that the bid of Essick Machinery Company in the
amount of $20,067.66 including sales tax for one 3 -ton Asphalt Roller
with Trailer be accepted as the lowest responsible bid and purchase
order in that amount be issued 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
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W. Donation from Hughes Aircraft Company
Councilman Bue announced that due to possible conflict of interest,
he would not participate in the discussion or action in Item (w) or
W.
It was recommended that the $1,000 donation be used to purchase one
16 mm projector for use in the Police Department.
Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Armstrong,
that the donation from Hughes Aircraft Company be accepted and said
donation of $1,000 be used to purchase a 16mm projector. Motion
carried with Councilman Bue not voting.
x. Hughes Aircraft Company request for extension of 4 -unit trailer
complex located at 2100 East E1 Segundo Boulevard
Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Armstrong,
that subject request for trailer permit extension be granted, said
permit to expire January 31, 1983. Motion carried with Councilman Bue
not voting.
11. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS - None
12. REPORTS OF OFFICERS
a. City Manager Jones
1) Application from Independent Taxi Owners Association for
permit to operate in the City of E1 Segundo
Advised this association was comprised of a group of private taxi
owners operating common business-activities and taxicab dispatching,
and is requesting permission to operate in the City of E1 Segundo.
Reported on the investigations made by the staff. Stated that this
organization presently operates in Beverly Hills and the City of Los
Angeles and investigation indicated that the permits issued in those
two cities would be acceptable to the E1 Segundo Police Department
without duplicating the procedures for drivers and vehicle permits.
Recommended that Independent Taxi Owners Association taxicabs be
permitted to operate in the City of E1 Segundo and that the City
Attorney be directed to prepare a resolution outlining the terms and
conditions for said permit.
Mr. Gary Burlingham, president of the Independent Taxi Owners Asso-
ciation, stated that advertising would be done in E1 Segundo to let
the people know of the service and assured the Council that satisfac-
tory service to and from the airport could be accomplished.
Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Bue, that
the Independent Taxi Owners Association be granted a permit to operate
in the City of El Segundo and that the City Attorney present a resolu-
tion to this effect at the next regular City Council meeting. Motion
carried.
2) Request from Theta Cable Television to reorganize into
Westinghouse Broadcasting Company, Inc. (Group W Cable, Inc.)
Presented communications between the City and Theta Cable regarding the
philosophy of future programming as requested by the Council at the
February 16th Councilmeeting. Advised that Theta Cable had offerred
to provide financial support for the City's channel at the rate of 2%
of the gross income from E1 Segundo's system. Also provided two alter-
natives: 1) Increase the capacity to 40 channels without any increase
in the length of the franchise period, or 2) Increase capacity to 54
channels providing the franchise is extended to run 15 years ( addition
of 6 years to present franchise).
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Mr. Don Canfield, Manager of Administration, Theta Cable Television,
stated that the company had received approval of the merger into Group
W Cable, Inc., from all its subscribers except E1 Segundo and Santa
Monica. He reiterated the terms outlined by Mr. Jones, stating that
with only 6 years left on the present franchise, it would not allow
sufficient time for the company to amortize the cost of the new channels.
The City Manager suggested that the requested reorganization of the
company be approved tonight and that another document providing for the
two percent additional revenue for local support of the government
channel, increased capacity to 54 channels and franchise extension for
an additional 6 years be presented to the Council for approval at a
later date.
After discussion, motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by
Councilman Johnson, that the ordinance be introduced tonight granting
the reorganization of Theta Cable Television into Group W Cable, Inc.,
and that additional docmuments be provided for Council approval as
suggested by the City Manager. Motion carried.
Acting City Attorney Stone presented the ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO,
CALIFORNIA, GRANTING APPROVAL OF AN
INTERNAL CORPORATE REORGANIZATION
INVOLVING TRANSFER OF A FRANCHISE
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.
The City Manager announced that he would like to meet with the Council
in closed session regarding a matter of litigation.
b. Director of Public Works Glickman
1) Agreement with County of Los Angeles for high- pressure sodium
vapor safety lights
Presented subject agreement for the replacement of mercury vapor lights
at eight County controlled intersections with energy efficient high
pressure sodium vapor lights. In addition, presented a resolution
consenting to the establishment of the intersections as part of the
County system of highways, a requirement in order to have the work
performed by the County. Advised that the cost to the City would
be $2,914, which amount was in the Traffic Signal Maintenance budget
account. Recommended approval of the agreement and resolution.
Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that
the following resolution be adopted:
RESOLVED, that that certain form
of agreement for replacement of intersection light-
ing, between the City of E1 Segundo, and the County
of Los Angeles, 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 E1 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.
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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
Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman
Siadek, that the following resolution, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 3134
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, CONSENTING TO ESTABLISH-
MENT OF THE INTERSECTIONS AS SHOWN ON THE ATTACHED
LIST WHOLLY OR PARTIALLY WITHIN SAID CITY AS A
PART OF THE SYSTEM OF HIGHWAYS OF THE COUNTY OF
LOS ANGELES
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) Refurbishing the batting cage at Recreation Park
Specifications No. 81 -13
Advised that bids had been received for subject project on March 16,
1982, which bids were as follows:
Name Amount of Bid
Alcorn Fence Co. $3,600.00
Golden West Fence Company, Inc. $4,625.00
Los Angeles Fencing Company $5,100.00
Pilgrim Fence $7,850.00
Nobest, Inc. $7,900.00
Recommended acceptance of the low bid.
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 refurbish-
ing the batting cage at Recreation Park, in accordance
with Specification No. 81 -13; and
WHEREAS, said bids were received by
the City Council on March 16, 1982; and
WHEREAS, the Director of Public Works
found that the bid of Alcorn Fence Company, in total
amount of $3,600, was the lowest responsible bid.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, that
the bid of Alcorn Fence Company, the lowest responsible
bid, be accepted; and
of said city be
to execute the
of the city and
the same, affix
course; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor
and he is hereby authorized and instructed
:ontract herein awarded for and on behalf
in its name and the City Clerk to attest
the seal and make delivery thereof in due
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all
bids received, except the bid of Alcorn Fence
Company, are hereby rejected and the City Clerk
is hereby authorized and instructed to return the
bid bonds of all unsuccessful bidders.
On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Johnson,
Siadek and Mayor Van Vranken
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilmen None
3) Street Sweeping Services, Specifications No. 82 -2
Advised that the present street sweeping contract expired last November
and services had been provided on a month -to -month basis since that time.
Stated that specifications had been revised to include an hourly rate
for extra ordinary sweeping and a base yearly rate over a three -year
period, which bids were as follows:
Name
Amount of Bid
1st Year
2nd Year
3rd Year Total
South Bay Sweeping
$76,800
$86,000
$96,000 $258,800
$37.50/hr
$42.50/hr
$45.00 /hr
Mason Parking Lot
$87,500
$94,500
$102,000 $284,000
Maintenance, Inc.
$45.00 /hr
$50.00 /hr
$55.00 /hr
R. F. Dixon Co. Inc.
$87,048
No Bid
No Bid --
$48.00/hr
Recommended the Council accept the low bid.
Motion was made by Councilman Siadek,'seconded by Councilman Bue, that
the following resolution be adopted:
WHEREAS, the City of E1 Segundo,
California, duly advertised for bids for Street
Sweeping Services in accordance with Specification
No. 82 -2; and
WHEREAS, said bids were received by
the City Council on February 16, 1982; and
WHEREAS, the Director of Public Works
found that the bid of South Bay Sweeping, in total
amount of $258,800.00 was the lowest responsible bid.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, that the bid
of South Bay Sweeping, the lowest responsible bid, be
accepted; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor
of said city be and he is hereby authorized and instruc-
ted 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 South Bay Sweeping, are
hereby rejected and the.City Clerk is hereby authorized
and instructed to return the bid bonds of all unsuccess-
ful bidders.
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On roll call, the aforesaid motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Johnson,
Siadek and Mayor Van Vranken
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilmen None
4) Request for County Aid to Cities Funds
Presented a resolution providing for the transfer of funds from the
County of Los Angeles to the City of El Segundo in the amount of
$19,865 for maintenance of certain streets. Recommended adoption
of the resolution.
Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that
the following resolution, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 3135
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING AN ALLOCATION
OF COUNTY AID TO CITIES FUNDS FOR THE MAINTENANCE
OF ARTERIAL AND COLLECTOR STREETS
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
5) Advised that the California Conservation Corps has entered
into the City and the City and School District are in a joint venture
performing work that will benefit both the City and the School District.
Stated that fifteen young people are in this training program filling
in parkway areas adjacent to Center Street School and Richmond Street
School under the direction of some City staff members.
13. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None
14. NEW BUSINESS
Councilman Johnson reported that the Metropolitan Rapid Transit District
was in the process of eliminating some bus lines, one of which (No. 871)
goes through E1 Segundo, and that consideration is being given to elim-
inating the BEEP lines going to the industrial area. Stated he thought
the City should send a letter of protest against these eliminations.
Hearing no objections, the Mayor ordered that a letter be sent to the
RTD expressing the City's concern.
Councilman Siadek reported that AB -2742 would be heard on April 12
that under this Robinson legislation, Cable T.V. would be regulated
by the Public Utilities Commission. Asked the Council to consider
sending a letter or telegram opposing this legislation.
Hearing no objections, the Mayor ordered that communication be sent
to Sacramento registering the City's objection to the bill.
Councilman Johnson reported that Manhattan Beach had granted a permit
for a 5 -story building on the southwest corner of Aviation Boulevard
and Rosecrans Avenue, without requiring the developer to dedicate a
right of way for widening either of these streets. Asked for City
Manager Jones suggestions.
The City Manager stated he thought the City should express its concern
to its neighbor to the south.
Councilman Bue advised that the Corridor Study Steering Committee was
working on this and at the Mayor's suggestion, stated he would express
the City's concerns at the nest committee meeting.
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15. RECESS
At the hour of 11:15 o'clock p.m., the Council recessed to the Mayor
office for a closed session to discuss matters of litigation. At the
hour of 11:30 o'clock p.m., the Council reconvened, all members being
present and answering roll call.
City Manager Jones advised that in February the Council accepted the
construction of the elevator at Recreation Park, constructed by Levin
Construction Company and at that time withheld 120 days' time extension
on the contract, thereby imposing $12,000 liquidated damages. Stated
the Levin Company subsequently requested reconsideration of this pen-
alty and the City Attorney was instructed by the Council to negotiate
with the contractor's attorneys. The City Attorney's recommendations
resulting from these negotiations were that the Council accept the best
offer he was able to negotiate and that was a time extension of 105 days
which would release $10,500 of the final payment to the contractor.
Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Armstrong,
that the above recommendation be approved. Motion carried by the
following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Johnson,
and Mayor Van Vranken
Noes: Councilman Siadek
Absent: Councilmen None
Councilman Siadek spoke of getting the elevator module installed so
the elevator could be used. City Manager Jones stated this could be
handled administratively.
16. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
a. Mr. Dennis Martin, referred to the item regarding the ordinance
approving the reorganization of Theta Cable Television into Group W
Cable, Inc., and asked that the second reading of the ordinance be
delayed until after a public-hearing to determine whether the deal
proposed is the best for E1 Segundo. Told of many concepts of informa-
tion that are now available through T.V. Channels. Suggested that
economic models be presented to the Council in a public forum prior
to adopting the ordinance, recommending free enterprise, allowing
bids from other companies.
17. ADJOURNMENT
No other business appearing to come before the Council at this session,
motion was made by Councilman Johnson, seconded by Councilman Siadek,
that the meeting adjourn in memory of Mr. Nicholas Williams, who passed
away on March 26, 1982; the hour of adjournment of this meeting being
11:40 o'clock p.m. Motion carried.
APPROVED:
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R. K. Van Vranken, Mayor
Respectfully submitted,
Valerie A. Burrowes. City Clerk
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