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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
February 2, 1982
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
El Segundo City Hall.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Fire Chief Larry Sheldon led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
INVOCATION: Pastor Edward A. Smith of the United Mechodist Church
delivered the invocation
ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Johnson,
Siadek and Mayor Van Vranken
Absent: Councilmen None
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS:
a. Mr. Pat Smith, 947 Virginia Street, president of the Taxpayers'
Association, referred to Item 9.b. on the agenda, stating that the
Association was in favor of imposing the penalty phase of the contract
for not completing the elevator at Recreation Park on time.
b. Mr. Jack Trystman, Chairman Noise Abatement Committee,referred to
an article in the Sunday Times stating that a drag strip was being
considered east of Pershing Drive. Asked the Council to send a letter
of objection to the Airport Commission, Mr. Clifton Moore at LAX, Mayor
—Tom Bradley and Los Angeles Councilwoman Peggy Stevenson.
Councilman Bue advised he attended a meeting where it was indicated
that article was incorrect and this would not happen.
Mr. Trystman asked that some communication be made asking for assurance
that a drag strip would not be considered for that area.
After discussion, motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by
Councilman Bue, that a letter be sent to the proper people, including
Los Angeles Councilwoman Pat Russell, that E1 Segundo objects to any
such proposal. Motion carried.
Mrs. Paulette Redmond, 646 West Mariposa Avenue, advised she parked in
the City parking lot at Main and Grand Avenue to go to the Police Depart-
ment, but could not find the building. Asked the Council to consider
putting up a sign identifying the Police Department, and that a sign be
considered at Imperial Avenue and Main Street.
City Manager Jones advised that a lighted sign for the Police Building
was planned, but the budget for signs would not cover the cost; therefore,
staff plans to bring this before the Council for consideration very shortly.
6. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
a. Independent Cities Association. Councilman Bue announced there would
be a hearing on AB 1743 in Sacramento on February 3, and members of subject
association would be present at the hearing to oppose this bill on overhead
charges for County contracts with cities.
Councilman Bue further announced that a Spring Seminar will be held in
San Diego and asked permission to attend the seminar.
Motion was made by Councilman Johnson, seconded by Councilman Siadek,
that Councilman Bue be authorized to attend an Independent Cities Asso-
ciation Seminar in San Diego. Motion carried.
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Councilman Bue further stated that changes had been made in the By-
Laws, listing the goals and objectives and increasing the yearly fees.
Advised that the name had been changed from Independent Cities Asso-
ciation of Los Angeles County to Independent Cities Association because
cities outside Los Angeles County had shown considerable interest in the
work of the Association and of becoming members. Announced that the next
Executive meeting on February 18, 1982 would be hosted by El Segundo, that
since he would be out of town, Councilman Siadek had consented to host the
meeting on his behalf. Invited all the Councilmen to attend the meeting.
Advised that District Attorney Van De Kamp spoke at the last general
membership meeting regarding the exclusionary rule. Stated he had
asked for a draft of the resolution and would furnish it to the Council
when received.
b. South Bay Cities Association. Councilman Bue reported that the
County Assessor Alexander Pope, running for the State Controller's
position, spoke at the last meeting regarding affects of Proposition
13, proposing ways to produce extra income for the cities. Stated a
motion was made to write letters protesting the planned reduction of
Coast Guard facilities in Southern California.
C. League of California Cities. Councilman Johnson reported he had
attended the City Employers' Relationships Institute in Anaheim last
week which was a well managed, 2 -day meeting. Stated he would circu-
late the work book.
d. Corridor Cities Meeting. Councilman Johnson reported that freeway
problems were discussed. Announced that the first contracts were out,
bids had been accepted and the first dirt would be turned in March.
e. Housing Advisory Committee for the I -105 Freeway. Councilman
Johnson announced that the committee was on schedule, they will be
moving on ahead of CALTRANS while building the freeway. Stated this
portion of the freeway activity was well in hand.
f. League of California Cities. Councilman Johnson reported he had
received the breakdown of funds to be received from the State, showing
a reduction in vehicle license fees for E1 Segundo of $93,744 and full
State statutory entitlement would amount to $195,381. Stated this may
not be difficult for E1 Segundo, but such a reduction may severely
affect other cities.
7. CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilman Siadek asked that Item (d) be withdrawn from the Calendar
for separate discussion.
Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman
Johnson, that the balance of the items on the Consent Calendar be
approved as recommended. Motion carried:
a. Minutes of the regular City Council meeting held January 5, 1982
... Approved as written
b. Minutes of the special City Council meeting held January 7, 1982
... Approved as written
C. Warrants Nos. 73665 thru 73840 on Demand Register. Summary No. 14
in total amount of $687,348.61
... Ratified and approved
8. CALL ITEMS FROM CONSENT CALENDAR
d. State Alcoholic Beverage Control application for On -Sale Beer and
Wine Eating Place License from Archie's Sandwich Shop, 226 Standard St.
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Councilman Siadek stated that the memorandum from -rhe Building Depart-
ment indicated that approval could not be given until inspection had
been completed.
City Manager Jones advised that it may be futile to protest under the
circumstances; that the business cannot open until the work is completed
and inspection made.
Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Bue, that
the subject application be received and filed. Motion carried.
9. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
a. Blakesley- Comstock Development Company, Inc.
The City Clerk read subject letter stating that if a building moratorium is
enacted in accordance with the petition filed with the City Clerk, it
would constitute an unlawful taking of property without just compensa-
tion for which the City of El Segundo might be liable.
Hearing no objections, the Mayor ordered the letter received and filed.
b. Levin Construction Company
The City Clerk advised this was a request to reconsider the time exten-
sion and liquidated damages imposed on the contract for the Elevator
Tower at Recreation Park.
Councilman Siadek asked that this be discussed in closed session since
there was pending litigation.
The Mayor so ordered and advised the matter would be discussed again
at the end of the closed session.
10. REPORTS OF OFFICERS
a. City Manager Jones
1) Consideration of Mid -Year revisions to Operating Budget_
The Mayor suggested that the matter of considering the Burglary Impact
Team Grant project be discussed at this time and then continue item by
item of the other revisions to the Budget.
The City Manager reported that subject grant was for a one -year project,
which expired in January, 1982, requiring a formal evaluation by an out-
side consultant. Presented the evaluation prepared by Arenberg and
Associates, as well as Police Chief Johnson's comments on the Evaluation
Report and recommendations for changes in the Police Department. Stated
the Chief proposes that the officer originally added to the force with grant
monies be retained for the purpose of placing emphasis on a narcotics pro-
gram and that burQlary could be combated through this means. Further stared,
he concurred with this concept and advised that this could be done by
the transfer of funds, without increasing the budget; although retaining
that position would have an impact of $36,780 for next year.
Chief Johnson stated that sufficient personnel had not been available to
devote time exclusively to a narcotics program; that one year was not
enough time to test out or meet the goals set.
After discussion, motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by
Councilman Bue, that one sworn person be added to the Police Department
staff. Motion carried unanimously.
Councilman Armstrong asked if a monthly budget report could be issued, so
adjustments could be digested as they came up rather than all at one time.
City Manager Jones suggested that a quarterly report would be more mean-
ingful.
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Councilman Siadek asked that consideration be given to a fund for
cooperative activities with the School District, in the nature of
$4,000 each, possibly for consideration at next year's budget.
The Council and staff reviewed each page of the Mid -Year Budget.
Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman
Johnson, that the Mid -Year Budget for 1981/82 be approved as presented,
plus an additional amount of $22,000 for the Traffic Study, bringing
the overall total of the adjustments to $582,060. Motion carried by
the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Johnson,
Siadek and Mayor Van Vranken
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilmen None
2) Consideration of salary increase for Council members
Advised that adjustments had not been made in Council salaries since
1966 and suggested this be considered. Stated that during this infla-
tionary time, the amount of $150 per month may prevent some persons
from running for a seat on the Council. Advised that the law restricts
increases to five percent per year since the last increase, this would
amount to $327 per month, effective at the beginning of a new term of
office, April 20, 1982.
After discussion, motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by
Councilman Bue, that compensation for Council members be increased
by five percent for each calendar year since 1966 for a total of $327.
per month. Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Johnson and Siadek
Noes: Councilman Armstrong and Mayor
Van Vranken
Absent: Councilmen None
The City Attorney presented the ordinance, entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA,
AMENDING CHAPTER 2.08 OF THE EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL
CODE BY AMENDING SECTION 2.08.010 FIXING COMPENSA-
TION OF COUNCILMEN
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.
3) Amendment to Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) contract
providing for conditions in the MOU of Fire Department personnel
Advised that negotiations with the Firemen's Association included
a change in retirement benefits, said benefits to be based on pay for
single highest year rather than highest three years for all employees,
and reduction of the retirement plan from 2% at 50 Plan to 2% at 55 Plan
for new employees. Advised that the City's current PERS employer contri-
bution rate including the recent change for Police employees is 31.444%
of base payroll. The new rate will be 32.556 %, which means the optional
benefit increases the rate by 1.112 %.
Stated that applying this percent increase to a recent payroll and pro-
jecting the increased cost out for the next twelve months, the annual-
ized increase in cost is $39,341. Advised that since the effect is a
percent of payroll, future pay increases for safety employees will in-
crease this dollar cost. Further, that this percentage increase is
the projected actuarial rate to the year 2000, but the rate is subject
to change with future amendments and /or experience and other factors.
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Recommended adoption of the resolution of intention to approve the
amendment to the PERS contract.
Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that
the following resolution, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 3119
RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO APPROVE AN
AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BOARD
OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE PUBLIC EMPLOY-
EES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM AND THE CITY
COUNCIL OF 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
The City Manager advised he would like to discuss a matter of litigation
in closed session immediately after this meeting.
b. Director of Public Works Glickman
1) Transfer of Encroachment Permit from Rockwell International
to the Northrop Corporation for parking on Douglas Street
Advised that in 1963 an Encroachment Permit had been granted North
American Aviation, Inc. (now Rockwell International) to use a portion
of Douglas Street north of Mariposa for parking. Presented a resolu-
tion granting a permit to Northrop, rescinding the previous permit
(Resolution No. 2068). Recommended adoption of the resolution.
Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Johnson, that
the following resolution, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 3120
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, GRANTING
TO NORTHROP CORPORATION, A CERTAIN CONDI-
TIONAL ENCROACHMENT PERMIT TO ENCROACH
UPON A CERTAIN PORTION OF DOUGLAS STREET
WITHIN SAID CITY, AND RESCINDING RESOLU-
TION NO. 2068
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) Award of contract for modifications to Sewer Plant No. 4 at
Kansas Street and Holly Avenue, Specification No. 81 -4
Advised that bids had been received for subject project on January 19,
1982, which bids were as follows:
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Name
Amount of Bid
Protocon, Inc. $ 82,500
Aris Engineering 88,068
G & G Engineering Contractors, Inc. 109,800
NADCO 114,714
C K Pump & Dewatering Corp. 119,941
Triad Mechanical, Inc. 123,321
Equinox- Malibu 180,611
Advised that the low bidder, Protocon, Inc., had claimed a clerical
error of omission in its bid in the amount of $12,000 and asked that
its bid be withdrawn. Stated there was an omission in the bid, and
therefore, recommended the Council reject the low bid and accept the
second low bid of Aris Engineering. Also requested that funds be
transferred from completed project accounts to cover the deficit in
modifications to Plant No. 4 account.
Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Jonnson, that
the following resolution be adopted:
WHEREAS, the City of E1 Segundo,
California, duly advertised for bids for modifica-
tions to Sewer Plant No. 4 in accordance with Specifi-
cation No. 81 -4; and
WHEREAS, said bids were received by the
City Council on January 19, 1982; and
WHEREAS, the low bidder, Protocon, Inc.
requested that its bid be withdrawn due to an omission
in the bid; and
WHEREAS, the Director of Public Works
determined that an omission did exist in the bid of
Protocon, Inc., and therefore, found that the bid of
Aris Engineering in the amount of $88,068 was the
lowest responsible bid; and
WHEREAS, funds in the budget for said
modifications were found to be deficient for comple-
tion of said project; and
WHEREAS, the transfer of funds from
other completed projects is required in the amount
of $39,070.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, that the
bid of Protocon, Inc., be rejected for reasons of
an omission, and that the bid of Aris Engineering,
the lowest responsible bid, be accepted; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that funds be
transferred from Capital Improvement Accounts of
Pumping Plant No. 13 in amount of $20,159.00, Pump-
ing Plant No. 6 in amount of $6,398.00 and Storm
Drain Plant at Center & Franklin Avenue in amount
of $12,513.00 into the account of Sanitation Pump-
ing Plant No. 4; 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 Aris Engineering, are
hereby rejected and the City Clerk is hereby auth-
orized and instructed to return the bid bonds of all
unsuccessful bidders.
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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
3) Establishment of Traffic Committee
Advised that staff thought it important to determine the community's
perception of the traffic and related problems for input into the
Traffic Consultant's report. Suggested that a committee be formed for
this purpose; that open community meetings could be held for input on the
subject, as well as being informative to the general public. Advised
that several staff members could act as ex- officio members and other
members could be selected from the residential section and from the
commercial and industrial portion of the community. Also suggested
that the balance of the committee be made up of representatives from
the Chamber of Commerce, El Segundo Employers Association, El Segundo
School District and the Proposition "A" Committee.
Reported that the Consultant's draft of Phase I (data collection,
analysis, traffic projections and assignment requirements) would be
ready in March, and community input is important prior to going on
to the second phase.
After discussion, motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by
Councilman Armstrong, that a committee be formed to study traffic
problems in the community, comprised of one person each from the El
Segundo Chamber of Commerce, E1 Segundo Employers' Association, E1
Segundo Unified School District, five members from the residential
portion of the City, five members from the commercial and /or industrial
portion of the City and the Proposition "A" Committee members, plus
one staff member each from Engineering, Planning, Police and Fire
Departments designated as ex- officio members without voting powers;
that representatives from the various groups who are residents of
E1 Segundo shall be the only members with voting priveleges.
Council agreed that the Mayor shall select one person each from the
Chamber of Commerce, E1 Segundo Employers' Association and the School
District; that each Council member shall select one person to serve
from the residential sector and one person to serve from the industrial
commercial portion of the City, names to be submitted at the next regu-
lar City Council meeting for approval.
4) Purchase of equipment for 3rd Pump and Engine at Center and
Franklin Storm Drain Pump Station
Advised that a mechanical governor had been substituted for the hydrau-
lic governor and installed on the engine at subject Los Angeles County
Flood Control District Storm Water Pumping Plant, which had been approved
by the District; that after the final test run, the District rejected the
substituted governor as unacceptable. Further advised that the only
supplier of a governor compatible with the engine is the Waukesha
Engine Servicenter, Inc., the manufacturer of the engine and governors.
Recommended that normal bidding procedures be waived and authorization
be given to purchase the hydraulic governor from Waukesha Engine Servi-
center, Inc. Advised that funds are available in the project budget.
Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Armstrong,
that normal bidding procedures be waived and one hydraulic governor be
purchased from Waukesha Engine Servicenter, Inc, in the amount of
$3,485.38 and purchase order be issued in said amount to said company.
Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Johnson,
Siadek and Mayor Van Vranken
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilmen None
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Director of Public Works Glickman advised that February 10, 1982 had
been tentatively scheduled for ground breaking ceremonies for the
new City Yard and asked the Council for confirmation.
Council asked that the ceremonies be scheduled for 11 :00 A.M. at the
City Yard site, Wednesday, February 10, 1982 and that Supervisor Deane
Dana, who was speaking at a Chamber of Commerce luncheon on that day,
be invited to attend.
11. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None
12. NEW BUSINESS
a. Councilman Siadek inquired about deadline dates for placing a measure
on the June election ballot pertaining to the Gann limitation of funds.
City Clerk Burrowes responded that the last day would be the 12th of
March, so action would have to be taken at the first meeting in March.
Councilman Siadek asked that a public notice be issued to the effect
that this item would be discussed at the next regular City Council
meeting.
b. Councilman Bue stated he would like to have the Council consider
appointing a Citizens Committee to examine and analyze the City's
General Plan; that recommendations had been received from the Housing
Element Advisory Committee and possibly staff could furnish goals and
objectives.
The Mayor suggested the Planning staff be asked to priortize the
elements and then proceed in an orderly manner to examine them.
City Manager Jones suggested it may be appropriate to have a joint meet-
ing with the Planning Commission to discuss the General Plan.
The Mayor suggested this meeting be scheduled within the next month.
RECESS - At this time, the hour being 8 :55 o'clock p.m., the Council
recessed to the Mayor's office to discuss matters of litigation. At
the hour of 9:45 o'clock p.m., the Council reconvened, all members
being present and answering roll call.
Request of Levin Construction Company, contractor for Elevator
Tower at Recreation Park,for the City to reconsider imposing
liquidated damages
City Attorney Allen stated that after discussing the subject matter
with the Council in closed session, he had spoken to the contractor's
attorney. Recommended that the matter be referred to the City Attor-
ney's office for preparation of a report to be submitted to the Council
at the first meeting of the Council in March.
Hearing no objections, the Mayor ordered that this matter be referred
to the City Attorney for consideration, and that action be deferred
until the regular City Council meeting on March 2, 1982.
13. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
a. Mr. Dave Jones, president of E1 Segundo Chamber of Commerce,
announced that County Supervisor Deane Dana would be in E1 Segundo on
Wednesday, February 10, 1982 as guest speaker at the Annual Industrial
Luncheon where Beautification Awards would be presented to five
businesses and two residences. Invited everyone to attend.
14. ADJOURNMENT - No other.business appearing to come before the Council
at this session, the Mayor declared the meeting adjourned, the hour of
adjournment being 9:55 o'clock p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
APPROVED:
Valerie A. Burrowes, City Clerk
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