1982 JUN 15 CC MIN - 27MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING -
OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
June 15, 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 Fire Chief Larry Sheldon
3. INVOCATION was given by Mayor Bue
4. ROLL CALL Present: Council members Armstrong, Johnson,
Siadek, Synadinos and Mayor Bue
Absent: Council members None
5. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
a. Public hearing on proposed annual budget for 1982 =83 and relationship
of Revenue Sharing Funds to that budget
The Mayor announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed for
subject hearing, and inquired if proper notice had been given. The City
Clerk replied that affidavit of publication was in her file. The Mayor
directed that the file become a part of this hearing and then inquired
if any written communications had been received, to which the City Clerk
replied that she had not received any.
City Manager Jones reviewed the capital improvement program and gave a
summary of the budget.
The Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak regarding the budget.
Hearing no response, motion was made and carried that the public hearing
be closed.
1) Capital Improvement Program for 1982 -83
Motion was made by Councilman Johnson, seconded by Councilman Siadek,
that the Capital Improvement Program for 1982 -83 he approved. Motion
carried unanimously.
2) Establishment of expenditure limit for 1982 -83 under Article XIIIB
of the California Constitution
Motion was made by Councilman Johnson, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that
the following resolution, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 3145
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING
AND ADOPTING THE ANNUAL APPROPRIATIONS
LIMIT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 1982 -83
which was read in its entirety, be adopted.
On roll call, said motion.carried unanimously.
3) Transfer of money from General Fund Reserve to other funds
for Fiscal Year 1981 -82
The City Manager recommended that $1,000,000 be transferred to the Capital
Improvement Expenditure Reserve Fund and $2,500,000 transferred to the General
Emergency Contingency Reserve Fund.
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Motion was made by Councilman Johnson, seconded by Councilman Armstrong,
that the following resolution, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 3146
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCII. OF THE CITY OF
EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, APPROPRIATING PROCEEDS
OF TAXES
which was read, be adopted.
On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council members Armstrong, Johnson.
Synadinos and Mayor Bue
Noes: Council members None
Absent: Council members None
Abstain: Councilman Siadek
4) 1982 -83 Fiscal Year Budget
The Mayor announced that comments would be received from the public as
the departmental budgets were presented.
City Manager .Tones presented the proposed 1982 -83 budget. The following
persons spoke regarding the accounts:
Mr. Dennis Martin, 836 East Grand Avenue, asked if the fund could be
increased to include a full time City Attorney.
The Mavor responded that the City's activities would not warrant the
services of a full -time attorney.
The City Manager advised that Membership, Meetings and Travel account for
the Personnel Department could be reduced by $120, making the new total
$70,920 for that department. Council concurred.
Mr. Ross Kongable, 909 McCarthy Court, questioned the City supporting the
Chamber of Commerce, that he thought the commercial sector of the community
should do this.
Mr. Dennis Martin objected to budgeting funds for the Chamber of Commerce.
Mrs. Colleen Ramsey, 404 Oregon Street, spoke in favor of supporting the
Chamber of Commerce.
The City Manager advised that adjustments made in the Non - Departmental
account since the study sessions amount to a reduction of $164,479,
bringing the total to $881,969.
The City Manager advised that the Police Department budget had been
re- reviewed by staff and that $10,928 could be deducted from the Profes-
sional and Technical Account, mainly the result of the City of Inglewood
reducing its costs for processing E1 Segundo's parking citations. Council
concurred in the new total of S4,175,915.
Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Armstrong,
that Supplemental Request No. 10 be reinstated for one Captain on
temporary assignment in the Fire Prevention Bureau for six months,
increasing the budget by $21,480, for a new Fire Department total of
$3,260,291. Motion carried unanimously.
City Manager Jones recommended that Traffic Safety supplemental request
No. 1 be reduced from $27,000 to $10,000 (Machinery for Carpenter Shop)
and this amount transferred to the Revenue Sharing Account, bringing the
total for Traffic Safety to $179,630. Council concurred.
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Director of Recreation and Parks Ruis advised that bids had been received
for contractual services for landscape maintenance, amounting to $19,970
less than the estimated cost, resulting in a new overall total for the
Recreation and Parks Department of $1,407,128.
Mr. Dennis Martin asked that consideration be given to treating the classes
taught at the Park the same as use of facilities, such as tennis, racketball,
etc.
The Mayor advised that a meeting is being considered to review fees and
schedules for the various services at the Park.
On the subject of Capital Improvements, Mr. Dennis Martin recommended
withholding any action on planning for an additional water reservoir
until more information is available regarding usage.
After review of all departments and capital budgets, the City Manager
presented the total figures for the 1982 -83 Budget in accordance with
Council action heretofore taken:
Department /Division Fund
City Council ------------------------------------- - - ---
City Manager ------------------------------------------
CityClerk ------------------------------------------
Finance----------------------------------------------
City Treasurer ---------------------------------------
Legal -----------------------------------
------------
Planning----------------------------------------------
Personnel ---------------------------------------------
Central Processing ------------------------------------
Cable T.V. Programming --------------------------------
Government Buildings ---------------------------------
Community Promotion ----------------------------------
Non- Departmental --------------------------------------
Police-----------------------------------------------
Fire-----------------------------------------------
Building & Safety -------------------------------------
Disaster Preparedness ---------------------------------
Engineering -------------------------------------------
Street Division --------------------------------------
Storm Drains ------------------------------------------
Sanitation -------------------------------------------
Refuse Disposal --------------------------------------
City Garage ------------------------------------------
Library---------------------------------------- - - - - --
Sub -Total
Recreation and Parks - --
Sub -Total
Water Division --------------------------------------
Dial -A -Ride Program ---------------------------------
Juvenile Diversion Program --------------------------
Pension (Retirement) -------------------------- - - - - --
Equipment Replacement - - - - - --
Workers' Compensation
Liability Insurance --------------------------------
Capital Improvement --------------------------------
Block Grant ---------------------------------------
TOTAL
Appropriation
$ 30,265
161,599
50,676
358,285
35,403
133,841
221,068
70,920
90,059
26,260
285,068
33,500
881,969
4,175,915
3,260,291
541,761
15,303
320,895
1,068,757
53,922
292,646
195,000
121,611
377,992
$ 12,803,006
1,407,128
$ 14,210,134
3,345,063
37,788
42,692
1,548,017
(1,548,017)
52,675 **
( 385,859)
261,144
( 261,144)
85,600
906,050
38,000
$ 18,332,143
*Costs included in departments' basic accounts
* *Charges larger than actual purchases
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Department /Division Fund
Revenue Sharing
Appropriation
Estimated 1982 -83 Allocation ---------------------- - - - - -- $ 400,000
Interest on Investments -------------------------- - - - - -- 75,000
Total 1982 -83 S 475,000
Estimated Fund Balance (7 -1 -82) -------------------- - - - - -- S ( 11,145 )
Total Available S 463,855
Appropriations 1982 -83
Dial -A -Ride Program ------------------------------ - - - - -- $ 37,788
Juvenile Diversion Program ------------------------ - - - - -- 42,692
City Maintenance Yard Construction ---------------- - - - - -- 115,000
Equipment for Carpenter & Sprinkler Repair Shops -- - - - - -- 12,000
Total $ 207,480
Estimated Fund Balance (6- 30 -82) ------------------- - - - - -- $ 256.375
Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by
Councilman Johnson, that the following resolution, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 3147
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AND
ADOPTING A BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 1982 -83
which was read, be adopted.
On roll call, said motion carried unanimously
Motion was made by Councilman Johnson, seconded by Mayor Bue, that the
following resolution be adopted:
RESOLVED, that Revenue Sharing Funds
in amount of approximately $207,480 shall be used
in the 1982 -83 fiscal year, allocated for the Dial -
A -Ride Program in amount of $37,788; the Juvenile
Diversion Program in amount of $42,692; completion
of the City Maintenance Yard in amount of $115,000;
and for equipment for the Carpenter and Sprinkler
Repair Shops in amount of $12,000; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that proper notice
of said allocation of funds be published as pre-
scribed by law.
On roll call, said motion carried unanimously.
RECESS: At the hour of 8:45 o'clock p.m., the Mayor declared a short
recess. At the hour of 8:50 o'clock p.m., the Council reconvened, all
members being present and answering roll call.
6. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Mr. Pat Smith, 947 Virginia Street, stated he was wearing 3 hats. As an
E1 Segundo resident, wished to announce he was happy with the results of
the June 8 election; as a member of the Noise Abatement and Airport Citi-
zens Advisory Committees, advised he and Councilman Armstrong would attend
the Airport Commission meeting tomorrow and would present letters opposing
the construction of a drag strip at the end of the runway; and thirdly,
submitted a letter from the E1 Segundo Taxpayers Association, asking for
changes in the City's auditing procedures. Suggested that the Council
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appoint a citizens advisory group to look into auditing procedures and
possibly set up specifications for the annual audit.
Mr. Ross Kongable, 909 McCarthy Court, stated he had posed 5 questions
to the Council at the last meeting and so far no response had been received.
Stated there are many voters who are concerned about the development in this
City and urged that someone who represents the community be appointed to the
Planning Commission and not a representative from one of the large developE,rs.
Dr. Dora Polk, 111 West Palm Avenue, asked that she be given an oppor-
tunity to update her letter which is on the agenda under Written Communica-
tions. Stated that she objected to the installation of the amplified bell
sounds in the High School bell tower.
Mr. James F. Weber, 803 Virginia Street, stated the written material
on untreated wood shingles, was not included in the packet at the Library.
The City Clerk advised the item had been deleted from the agenda copies
after the agenda had gone to the Library.
Mr. Wesley Bush, E1 Segundo Chamber of Commerce, reported on the Golden
Key program which is being offerred by some of the merchants giving dis-
counts to senior citizens.
Mr. Jack Wood, 916 Sheldon Street, named various companies that had made
campaign contributions to the committee against Proposition 'E'; that he
felt bad that it is the residents of E1 Segundo who will suffer because
of the defeat of this measure.
Mr. Dennis Martin, 836 East Grand Avenue asked to speak regarding his
letter on the agenda and handed the Council additional written material
to go with his letter. He spoke of an ordinance which adopted the C -3
zone in the City and its ramifications on City development, pointing out
the responsibilities of each Council member who voted for that ordinance.
The Mayor notified Mr. Martin his 5 minutes had expired.
Mr. Richard G. Nagel, 622 Eucalyptus Drive, explained the vote on the
ordinance creating the C -3 zone, refuting some statements made by Mr.
Martin; that reputations could be ruined by making unfounded accusations.
Mr. Ron Hart, 608 Hillcrest Street, asked the Council to consider an
electronic device for determinig the 5 minute limitations.
7. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES - None
8. CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion was made by Councilman Johnson, seconded by Councilman Armstrong,
and unanimously carried that the items on the Content Calendar he approved.
a• Warrants 75250 - 75410 on Demand Register Summary #23 and Expense
Checks 3764 - 3787 on Expense Check Register #12, totaling $728,093.43
b. Seven traffic arrowboards, bid of The Suppliers, Inc. for $6,010.20
accepted
C. Vehicles and equipment declared surplus and authorized for sale by
private auction and sealed bid
d. RESOLUTION NO. 3148
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF EL SEGUNDO, DESIGNATING THE COUNTY OF LOS
ANGELES AS ITS AGENT FOR SERVICE OF PROCESS
FOR ACTIONS UNDER THE REVENUE AND TAXATION
CODE
e. Cooper & Brain, Inc., Oil Well replacement Bond #3894909 with Great
American Insurance Company, replacing Northwestern Insurance Company
Bond No. S 834119
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f. Appropriation of $1,000 from General Fund Reserve for participation
in study of employee health benefits and development of insurance
program by Independent Cities Risk Management Authority
g. RESOLUTION NO. 3149
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, GRANTING A CONDI-
TIONAL PERMIT TO MR. IBRAHIM ABOODI DBA "EL
SEGUNDO CAB," TO OPERATE A TAXICAB BUSINESS
IN THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO
h. Appropriation of $3,500 from General Fund Reserve for additional
costs incurred for elections held September 29, 1981, April 13, 1982
and June 8. 1982
i. Appropriation of $5,399.67 from Equipment Maintenance Account and
$1,600 from General Fund Reserve for emergency repair of Allis- Chalmers
Loader Unit #2626
j. Claim denied of Maurice E. Lindsa
9. CALL ITEMS FROM CONSENT CALENDAR - None
10. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
a. Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Johnson,
that the following resolution, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 3150
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, URGING THE LOS
ANGELES OLYMPIC COMMITTEE TO ADOPT THE 1932
OLYMPIC MARATHON COURSE FOR USE IN THE 1984
OLYMPIC GAMES
which was read, be adopted.
On roll call, said motion carried unanimously.
b. Mr. Dennis Martin, 836 East Grand Avenue, request for investigation
of possible fraudulent concealment of information by Council in regard
to C -3 zoning, ordered received and filed.
C. Dr. Dora Polk & Ms. Olga Beale, 111 West Palm Avenue, report on
in.tallation of a loud speaker system in the E1 Segundo High School
Bell Tower
Motion was made by Councilman Johnson, seconded by Councilman Siadek,
that subject letter be deferred until further information is available.
Motion carried.
Dr. Polk asked that action he withheld until September, when she will return
to the City.
11. REPORTS OF OFFICERS
a. City Manager Jones
1) California Alcoholic Beverage Control application from Jack's
Tavern, 115 Richmond Street to exchange On -Sale Beer & Wine
License for On -Sale Beer & Wine Eating Place License
Motion was made by Councilman Armstrong, seconded by Councilman .Johnson,
that subject application be received and filed. Motion carried.
2) Excess coverage over self- insurance limit for workers' compensation
program
Motion was made by Councilman Johnson, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that
an insurance policy for excess workers' compensation for 1982 -83 be accepted
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from Protective National Insurance Company with a SIR level of $100,000,
a limit of $2,000,000 and a minimum premium of $11,954. Motion carried.
3) Memoranda of Understanding with Police and Fire
Second Year adjustments 1982 -83
Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Johnson,
that the following resolution, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 3151
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 1A5.010,
1A5.020, 1A5.030, 1A5.055 AND 1A5.160 OF; AND
ADDING SECTIONS 1A5.023, 1A5.025, 1A5.027 AND
1A5.028 TO CHAPTER 1A5 (POLICE SAFETY SERIES)
OF TITLE lA OF THE EL SEGUNDO ADMINISTRATIVE CODE
which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried unanimously.
Motion was made by Councilman Johnson, seconded by Councilman Siadek,
that the following resolution, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 3152
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 1A4.010
1A4.020, 1A4.030, AND 1A4.145, OF; AND ADDING
SECTIONS 1A4.025 AND 1A4.142 TO, CHAPTER 1A4
(FIRE SAFETY SERVICE SERIES), OF TITLE lA OF
THE EL SEGUNDO ADMINISTRATIVE CODE
which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried unanimously.
Motion was made by Councilman Johnson, seconded by Mayor Bue, that the
following resolution, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 3153
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 1A7.040
OF; AND ADDING SECTION 1A7.050 TO; CHAPTER IA7
(DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN) OF TITLE lA OF THE
EL SEGUNDO ADMINISTRATIVE CODE
which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried unanimously.
b. Director of Public Works Glickman
1) Permit Parking on Yucca Street
Reported on the conditions imposed regarding traffic on subject
street at the time the subdivision was approved. Stated that if parking
were permitted, only three legal spaces could be created. Advised that
conditions have not changed since the original restrictions were imposed
and therefore recommended denial of the request for parking on the street.
The Council agreed that the people should be contacted regarding forming
an assessment district to improve Maple Avenue to make room for parking
on that street.
City Attornev Allen renuesteA permission to meet with the Council in closed
session following this meeting regarding a matter of litigation.
12. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None
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13. NEW BUSINESS
a. Appointment to Planning Commission
Council agreed that each council member submit his /her choice to the City
Manager, who will set up a time schedule to re- interview the top choices
at a meeting to be held June 22, 1982 at 5:00 o'clock p.m.
14. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Mr. Richard Nagel stated E1 Segundo is fortunate to have so many candi-
dates to choose from when appointing to the various commissions, that some
cities have very few volunteers. Further, talked about the carillon bells
installed in the High School bell tower, that the school plans on establish-
ing rules and regulations indicating times, dates, levels and direction of
the sound,
Mr. Dennis Martin, stated he wished to rebut former Councilman Na£el's
previous remarks. That all he was trying to do was inform City officials
that the taxing measure to return the Gann money was executed for the
benefit of industry without regard for the residents.
RECESS
At the hour of 10:20 o'clock p.m., the Council recessed to the Mayor's
office for a closed session. At the hour of 10:40 o'clock p.m., the
Council reconvened, all members being present and answering roll call.
15. ADJOURNMENT
No other business appearing to come before the Council at this session,
the Mayor declared the meeting adjourned until Tuesday, June 22, 1982 at
the hour of 5:00 o'clock p.m., in the Council Chamber of the City Hall
of the City of E1 Segundo, the hour of adjournmenment of this meeting
being 10 :45 o'clock p.m. Motion carried.
APPROVED
��, 2B�ue Wi liam D, Mayor
Respectfully submitted,
Valerie A. Burrowes, City Clerk
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