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1982 JUL 20 CC MIN - 32MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL July 20, 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 El Segundo City Hall. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was led by Councilman Jack Siadek 3. INVOCATION was delivered by Dr. Edward Smith, pastor of the United Methodist Church 4. ROLL CALL Present: Council Members Armstrong, Johnson, Siadek, Synadinos and Mayor Bue Absent: Council Members None 5. PRESENTATIONS Proclamation declaring the week of July 25 thru .July 31, 1982 as MUNICIPAL TREASURERS' WEEK The Mayor read the proclamation in recognition of the vital services performed by the treasurers and their outstanding dedication to the communities they represent. The Mayor handed the proclamation to City Treasurer Louise Eckersley, who thanked the Council for their considera- tion and gave a report on fiscal matters since she had taken office in 1980. Also announced that she had appointed Mrs. Randy Lindquist as her deputy. 6. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS a. Public Hearing on proposed Unclassified Use Permit for Helistop at Kilroy Industries, 2250 Imperial Highway The Mayor announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed for subject hearing and inquired if proper notice of the hearing had been given. The Clerk advised that affidavits of publishing and mailing the notice were in the City Clerk's file. The Mayor directed that the files become a part of this hearing and inquired if any written communica- tions had been received, to which the Clerk advised that none had been received in the City Clerk's office. Planning Director Romaniello reported on the helistop proposed atop a 13 -story structure, which upon review would not significantly affect the community adversely. Recommended certification of the Negative Declara- tion prepared for this project and acceptance of the ordinance authorizing issuance of an Unclassified Use Permit. Councilwoman Synadinos asked that this matter be tabled until a procedure is established to handle violations of the helicopters that fly over the residential area of the City. City Manager Jones reported that the City Attorney had issued a memorandum to the effect that the FAA controls the airways and, therefore, El Segundo has no control over the aircraft when in flight. Councilman Armstrong stated that he and Building Safety Director Dalgleish had had good cooperation from the FAA, suggested this matter be turned over to the Noise Abatement Committee to carry through. The Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak regarding this matter. Mr. Lee Ambers, Vertical Aeronautics International, 14423 Sylvan Street, Van Nuys, speaking on behalf of Kilroy Industries, reported on normal prac- tices of helicopter flights, the City's rights and suggested some mitigating measures that might be taken. X 7 31 Mrs. Pearl Stevens, 608 Illinois Street, spoke against the helistop permit. Mr. Lee Ambers, responded to Councilwoman Synadinos suggestion that a procedure be initiated to issue warnings for certain violations and after so many warnings, the permit be revoked, stating that a public hearing would be required to consider revocation whether a warning was given or not. After further discussion, motion was made and carried that the public hearing be closed. Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Johnson, that the Negative Declaration prepared for the helistop at Kilroy Industries, be certified. Motion carried. City Attorney Allen presented the ordinance, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIF- ORNIA, GRANTING AN UNCLASSIFIED USE PERMIT 82 -1 SUBJECT TO CERTAIN LIMITATIONS AND CONDITIONS TO KILROY INDUSTRIES, TO ESTABLISH AND OPERATE A HELISTOP ATOP A BUILDING AT 2250 EAST IMPERIAL HIGHWAY, BETWEEN DOUGLAS STREET AND NASH STREET WITHIN SAID CITY which title was read. Upon motion duly made and carried, further reading of said ordinance was waived. Thereafter, the ordinance was introduced by Councilman Johnson. b. Public Hearing on proposed amendment to Commercial District (C -3) zonine regulations The Mayor announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed for subject hearing and inquired if proper notice of the hearing had been given. The Clerk advised that an affidavit of publishing the notice was in her file. The Mayor directed that the files become a part of this hearing, and inquired if any written communications had been received, to which the Clerk replied that none had been received in the City Clerk's office. Planning Director Romaniello reported the ordinance was written so the control of floor area, rather than height limitations, would tend to control the kind of developments that would generate traffic and density; that the new regulations in C -3 zone would produce developments economi- cally feasible and not detrimental to the community. Stated that after the Traffic Study and the Economic Base Study, adjustment may be required. The Mayor inquired if anyone wished to speak regarding this zone change. Mrs. Pearl Stevens, 608 Illinois Court, asked that the moratorium be continued, and the C -3 study be kept open. Spoke against plans for further development at the Hacienda Hotel site. Mrs. Crain, 1568 East Palm Avenue, asked for stronger restrictions when C -3 abuts residential property. Mrs. Nickey Wislocky, 1208 East Pine Avenue, spoke of the Council express- ing opinions prior to close of the public hearing. Suggested this zone change be held pending the Traffic Study and the Economic Base Study. Mr. John Morse, Real Estate Consultant to Hacienda Hotel, 1023 Autumn Leaf Circle, Los Angeles, stated there may be solutions to the neighbors' concerns, such as underground parking. Mr. Chris. Martin, 445 South Figueroa Street, Los Angeles, representing the Hacienda Hotel, displayed a rendering on the display board, stated the C -3 down zoning would possibly cause reorienting the hotel design, which may not be desirable to the adjacent property owners, that the original design was more of an asset to the community than what could be built under the new regulations. -2- Council Minutes July 20, 1982 Mrs. Coffee, 1568 East Palm Avenue, stated the proposed C -3 change was not considering the small property owners. Mr. M. W. Fisk, 1425 East Sycamore Avenue, spoke against the C -3 changes, asking where the additional traffic would go. Mr. Ed. Erdely, Chairman of the Homeowners Association, 209 West Acacia Avenue, spoke against the C -3 changes. Hearing no further response, motion was made and carried that the public hearing be closed. After discussion, motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Coun- cilman Johnson, that the Negative Declaration prepared for changes in the C -3 zone be certified. Motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Council Members Johnson, Siadek and Mayor Bue NOES: Council Members Armstrong and Synadinos ABSENT: Council Members None Thereafter, the City Attorney presented the ordinance, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIF- ORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 20 (THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE) OF THE EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO THE REGULATIONS OF THE C -3 ZONE, AND OFF- STREET PARKING AND LOADING REQUIREMENTS which title was read. Upon motion duly made and carried further reading was waived. Thereafter, the ordinance was introduced by Councilman Siadek. C. Public Hearing on abatement of weeds, rubbish, refuse and dirt at various locations in accordance with Resolution of Intention No. 3156 The Mayor announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed for subject hearing and inquired if proper notice of the hearing had been given. The Clerk advised that affidavits of mailing and posting the notice were in the City Clerk's file. The Mayor directed that the files become a part of this hearing; and inquired if any written communications had been received, to which the Clerk replied that none had been received in the City Clerk's office. Director of Public Works Glickman reported that the following parcels had been cleaned satisfactorily requiring no action by the City: No. 1 139 Standard Street No. 2 134 Main Street No. 4 216 West Franklin Avenue No. 6 717 West Mariposa Avenue No. 7 610 West Elm Avenue No. 8 639 West Palm Avenue No. 11 954 Hillcrest Street No. 12 642 West Imperial Avenue No. 14 951 Main Street No. 17 Southeast corner of Eucalyptus and Acacia Ave. No. 19 Southeast corner of Center Street and Pine Ave. No. 20 1721 East Pine Avenue No. 21 Southwest corner of Franklin Ave. and Center St. No. 22 836 Sheldon Street No. 24 852/854 Sheldon Street Recommended the remaining nine parcels be ordered cleaned by City crews. The Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak regarding this matter. -3- Council Minutes July 20, 1982 7 go 13:3 Mr. Gene Robinson, 840 Sheldon Street, stated he did not see the notice until Stated of the moved today, and asked how much time he would have to clear the property. the matter of responsibility needed to be discussed with the owner property, since the overgrown weeds and trash were there when he in in October. The Director of Public Works advised that if the work is ordered by the Council, the clearing of the properties would be accomplished within the next two weeks. There being no further response, motion was made and carried to close the public hearing. Motion was then made by Councilman Johnson, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that the Council sustain the objections as to the properties reported as having been cleaned satisfactorily, which are here - inabove listed, overrule all other objections, authorize the Street Super- intendent to abate the nuisance by having the weeds, rubbish, refuse and dirt removed from the properties listed in Appendix 'A' of Resolution No. 3156, except the aforesaid parcels listed above. Motion carried unanimously. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES a. I -105 Freeway Housing Advisory Committee. Councilman Johnson reported the final draft of the agreement had been completed and would be signed about August 6, 1982. b. Hyperion Treatment Plant Sludge Disposal Program. Councilman Armstrong reported the City of Los Angeles had applied for a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to discharge treated waste water in the ocean. Stated the EPA is holding a public hearing on this permit August 12 at 9:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. at the Los Angeles Marriott Hotel, 5855 West Century Boulevard. Urged everyone interested to attend the hearing, and that this notice be disseminated to the residents most directed affected. C. Proposition 'A' Transportation Committee. Councilman Johnson appointed Herbert Walsleben and Mayor Bue reappointed Loyal Christensen to serve on subject committee. The Council agreed that another appointment be made by the Council and Councilwoman Synadinos stated she would give some thought to an appointment and inform the Council at a later date. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS a. Mr. Ray Sherwood, Allied Sales and Salvage, 160 South Sepulveda Blvd., stated an ordinance was discussed at the last Council meeting relating to closing -out sales at junk shops which would adversely affect his business, the only one affected in the City. Asked the Council to reconsider the matter. b. Mr. Dave Carico, International Rectifier, 233 Kansas Street, objected to the closing of Washington Street as being a safety hazard and that adequate notice was not given that the street would be closed. Suggested as an alternative that the barricades be placed to the north side of the intersection. C. Mr. Art. Miller, 324 and 332 Washington Street, protested closing of the street; asked that the barricades be removed and street dedication proceedings be initiated. Advised that his landlord owned the property at 316 Washington Street.and he had indicated willingness to dedicate property for street improvement. d. Mr. Gary Wallace, 1601 East Grand Avenue, stated he had dedicated a portion of his property many years ago, and if the street is to be closed, he would proceed with action to regain his property. Agreed with the other companies, that the street should be open and he would be willing to participate in the improvement of the street. -4- Council Minutes July 20, 1982 Mr. Dave Carico advised that International Rectifier is willing to vacate to the centerline of that block on Washington Street, and in 1979 the company posted bond assuring that the street would be dedicated. P. Mr. Dennis Martin, 836 East Grand Avenue, stated he thought an envir- onmental impact study should be made on the C -3 zone changes. Recommended that the list of principal uses for all the zones be reviewed for use of the remaining vacant land in the City. Also asked that Item (e) on the Consent Calendar be removed for separate discussion. The Mayor advised Mr. Martin that his time had expired. Mr. Martin continued, and by mutual agreement of the Council, Mr. Martin's time was not extended. The Mayor asked Police Chief Johnson to report on the matter of scrap metal sales referred to by Mr. Sherwood. The Police Chief reported the ordinance had been prepared to give the police time for enforcement procedures and tighter controls on materials received and sold. Council discussed the matter with the Chief of Police and Mr. Sherwood and agreed to delay this for more research. 9. CONSENT CALENDAR Requests were made to remove Items (e) and (h) for separate discussion. Motion was made by Councilman Johnson, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that the balance of the items be approved as recommended. Motion carried. a. Minutes of the regular City Council meeting held June 1, 1982 approved as written. b. Warrants Nos. 75681 thru 75835 on Demand Register Summary No. 1 and Expense Checks Nos. 3788 thru 3801 on Expense Check Register No. 1 totaling $887,750.55 ratified and approved. C. M. K. Constructors, Inc., low bid of $18,351.24 accepted for removal and replacement of eight rows of bleachers at Recreation Park; approved reallocation of $1,468 of Roberti- Z'Berg 1982 -83 funds; transfer $500 of City funds budgeted for trash receptacles and transfer of $1,406.24 from Account No. 512068. d. Cal -Wipe, Inc., low bid of $5,305.19 accepted for restroom paper supplies. f. California Alcoholic Beverage Control application from George S. Engers for Customs Broker's License at 366 Coral Circle, ordered received and filed. g. Funds in amount of $1,017.95 to cover costs for services rendered for Municipal Election held April 13, 1982, approved for payment to Los Angeles County Registrar- Recorder from the unappropriated General Fund reserve. 10. CALL ITEMS FROM CONSENT CALENDAR e. Bids for lease of 953 acre feet of the City's Water Rights for water year July 1, 1982 thru June 30, 1983. Councilman Armstrong asked how much the City pays for this water. City Manager Jones advised the City has rights to pump 953 acre feet of water in the West Basin and is only selling that right to the highest bidder Mobil Oil Corporation. Motion was made by Councilman Armstrong, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that the high bid of $100 per acre foot from Mobil Oil Corporation be accepted; that Lease, License and Assignment of Water Rights Agreement between Mobil Oil Corporation and the City of E1 Segundo be approved and the Mayor authorized to sign said agreement on behalf of the City. Motion carried unanimously. -5- Council Minutes July 20, 1982 x-�:R- h. Statement of Assurances regarding receipt and use of Proposition 'A' Transit Funds. City Manager Jones explained that collection of Proposition 'A' sales tax for transit purposes will begin July 1, 1982 and the County Transportation Commission requires a Statement of Assurances from the City before the City's share will be paid. Motion was made by Councilman Johnson, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that that certain form of Assurances and Understandings Regarding Receipt and Use of Proposition A Funds, presented to this Council on this date, be and the same is hereby approved and after execution,a copy of said agreement be placed on file in the office of the City Clerk; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Nlavor of the City of El Segundo be and he is hereby authorized to execute said agreement for and on behalf of said City. On roll call, said motion carried unanimously. 11. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS - None 12. REPORTS OF OFFICERS a. Citv Manager Jones 1) Proposal to employ a traffic engineer on a part -time contractual basis for one vear Reported this would be an arrangement between the City of Manhattan Beach and E1 Segundo, whereby the engineer's time would be shared equally on projects mutually agreed upon to benefit both cities or assignments which may benefit each city individually. Motion was made by Councilman Johnson, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that a professional traffic engineer be hired on a part -time basis to serve both E1 Segundo and Manhattan Beach, cost for which would be shared equally. Councilman Armstrong suggested that the engineer become responsible to the Council rather than the City Engineering Division. Councilman Siadek asked that staff reports be issued on the progress of this program. On roll call, the foregoing motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Council Members Johnson, Siadek and Mayor Bue NOES: Council Members Armstrong and Synadinos ABSENT: Council Members None 2) Request for Proposal to employ a consultant for preparation of an Economic Base Study for E1 Segundo Presented subject RFP with a tentative date for receiving proposals set for August 20, 1982. Recommended that a citizens advisory committee be formed to advise the consultant in the preparation of the study. Asked if the Council wished to designate a member to assist in reviewing the proposals. Councilman Siadek volunteered to be on the committee and Councilwoman Synadinos suggested that the Finance Director serve on this committee. Councilman Armstrong asked that the Gann limitation be included as one of the considerations of the committee. -6- Council Minutes July 20, 1982 raw• r• s 1 / •. Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Armstrong, that the Request For Proposal to hire a consultant to prepare an Economic Base Study for El Segundo be approved and proposals solicited for receipt on August 20, 1982. Motion carried unanimously. RECESS At the hour of 11:05 o'clock p.m., the Mayor called a brief recess. At the hour of 11:10 o'clock p.m., the Council reconvened, all members being present and answering roll call. 3) Amendment to the Municipal Building Code prohibiting installation of untreated wood shingle roofs Fire Chief Larry Sheldon reported on the fire dangers of untreated wood shingles and recommended the ordinance be approved that would ban these type roofs. After discussion, the ordinance was presented by City Attorney Allen, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 16.04 (THE BUILDING CODE) OF THE EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING SECTIONS THERETO PROHIBITING UNTREATED WOOD SHINGLE ROOFS which title was read. Upon motion duly made and carried, further reading of the ordinance was waived. Thereafter, the ordinance was introduced by Councilman Johnson. 4) Annual End -of -Year Budget reconciliation and reappropriations of 1981 -82 Fiscal Year Reported on the proposed End -of -Year adjustments and interfund transfers amounting to an increase of $9,144 in the annual operating budget. Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Mayor Bue, that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLUTION NO. 3160 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, APPROPRIATING CERTAIN FUNDS FOR 1982 -83 which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried unanimously. 5) Abandonment of rail freight service on the AT &SF railway line from Rosecrans Avenue to Redondo Beach Recommended that the City approve the concept of abandoning the service but preserving the right -of -way for future means of transportation. Councilman Armstrong asked if this should be coordinated with Manhattan Beach before taking a position. Motion was made by Councilman Johnson, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that the matter of abandoning freight service on the AT &SF railway line be deferred pending further discussion with other agencies. Motion carried. Mayor Bue suggested the matter be discussed at the Beach Cities meetings. 6) Results of survey and alternatives for return or use of excess Gann Revenue Presented the results of the survey. Council discussed ways the City might return the excess Gann funds to the people and also discussed creating a special account for the funds to be used for services that would benefit the people. The City Attorney was directed to draft resolutions to place the matter on the ballot of the General Election in November and present them to the Council at the next regular meeting. _7_ Council Minutes July 20, 1982 Xmow• ..� b. Director of Public Works Glickman 1) Water Rate amendments Advised that a 3 -block rate ascending schedule had been developed of 38C per cubic foot for single family residences, 40C for multiple family residences and 43C for industrial and commercial users which represented no change in the single family rates. Recommended adoption of the reso- lution which would become effective August 1, 1982. Motion was made by Councilman Armstrong, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that the following resolution, entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 3161 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, FIXING AND ESTAB- LISHING RATES AND CHARGES FOR WATER SERVICE IN SAID CITY AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 3070 which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried unanimously. 2) Change Orders No. 5 and 6 to McAlpine Construction Company contract for City Maintenance Facility, Project No. 81 -8 Recommended approval for Change Order No. 5 in amount of $2,103.83 and Change Order No. 6 in amount of $655.67. Motion was made by Councilman Armstrong, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that Change Order No. 5 to McAlpine Construction Company contract with the City in amount of $2,103.83 be approved, the Mayor authorized to sign said Change Order and the City Clerk to attest the same. Motion carried. Motion was made by Councilman Armstrong, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that Change Order No. 6 to McAlpine Construction Contract in amount of $655.67 be approved, the Mayor authorized to sign said Change Order and the City Clerk to attest the same. Motion carried. 3) Status Report on City Maintenance Facility, Illinois Street at Franklin Avenue Presented a written report on scheduling of subject project. Advised it was anticipated the job would be completed on January 17, 1983. 4) Installation of stop signs as requested by Council Councilman Armstrong asked that this item be deferred until the next regular City Council meeting. 13. UNFINISHED BUSINESS a. Ordinance extending the building moratorium for eight months entitled: ORDINANCE NO. 1025 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, EXTENDING AN INTERIM ZONING ORDINANCE PROHIBITING DEVELOPMENT IN THE C -3, M -1 AND-M -2 ZONES which title was read. Upon motion duly made and carried, further reading of said ordinance was waived. Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Johnson, seconded by Mayor Bue, that the ordinance be adopted. Motion carried unanimously. -8- Council Minutes July 20, 1982 b. Ordinance amending the Municipal Code regarding auctions, closing - out sales, second -hand stores and junk shops After discussion, Council agreed to defer this item until the next regular City Council meeting and asked the City Attorney to make certain adjustments that would alleviate some of Mr. Sherwood's concerns. 14. NEW BUSINESS None 15. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS None 16. ADJOURNMENT No further business appearing to come before the Council at this session, the Mayor declared the meeting adjourned, the hour of adjournment being 12:05 o'clock a.m. July 21, 1982. APPROVED Wil i D. Bue, Mayor Respectfully submitted, Valerie A. Burrowes, City Clerk -9- Council Minutes July 20, 1982