1982 MAR 02 CC MINMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
March 2, 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:
Fire Chief Larry Sheldon led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
3. INVOCATION: Bishop Conel Layne of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter
Day Saints
4. ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Johnson,
Siadek and Mayor Van Vranken
Absent: Councilmen None
5. PRESENTATIONS:
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a. Mr. Frank Higgins, read a letter from Chevron, U.S.A. Inc., stating
the Company was donating $10,000 to the City to be used in the develop-
ment of two softball fields, one at Richmond Street School and the other
at the High School,for use by these schools as well as Little League,
Bobby Sox, High School Girls Soft Ball Team and other groups and organ-
izations. Stated the money was to be used for dug outs, temporary bleach-
ers, vandal proof storage sheds and other miscellaneous items necessary
to the completion of these facilities. Stated that Chevron appreciated
the opportunity to share in the development of these important recreational
facilities.
The Mayor accepted the check on behalf of the City.
6. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS:
a. Continued hearing on appeal of Oscar Robison from Planning Commission
denial of application to subdivide property at 311 & 319 W.Acacia
Avenue. into three parcels
The Mayor announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed for
hearing the appeal of Oscar Robison, and inquired of the City Clerk if
proper notice of the hearing had been given. City Clerk Burrowes replied
that affidavit of publishing the notice was in her file. The Mayor directed
that the file become a part of this hearing. The Mayor then inquired if
any written communications had been received, to which the City Clerk
replied that none had been received in her office.
Planning Director Romaniello displayed a map on the board for Council's
information. Advised that the back lot had been sold without being sub-
divided, and several times through the years building on the lot had
been denied because of the lot size and the Planning Commission denied
permission to sub - divide the property in its Resolution No. 1095 adopted
January 14, 1982.
The Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak regarding this matter.
The Mayor asked if Mr. Robison was present. Hearing no response, he
suggested holding this hearing over until later or, this agenda to give
staff time to call Mr. Robison. Hearing no objections, it was so ordered.
b. Proposdd uses of funds received in excess of Gann limitation
Mayor Van Vranken advised that a total of 2.4 million dollars in excess
funds had been acquired during the last fiscal year and this was the time
set aside for receiving suggestions on how to handle these funds.
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he Mayor stated the City had two choices, the people to receive credit
for the funds, such as reducing fees or taxes, or place a measure on
the ballot on whether the funds should be kept and used for City projects.
Mr. Gerhardt Van Drie, 724 West Pine Avenue, suggested setting up a
separate fundfor each individual in the City where the money could be
placed in escrow and dispensed as requested by the individual, such as
reducing property taxes, and for those who do not own property, set up
equity accounts so the money would go back directly to the people rather
than for City programs.
Mr. Maurice W. Fisk, 1425 East Sycamore Avenue, suggested giving it back
to the people who paid it, to comply with the Gann Amendment, and if the
Council wished, he would be in favor of spending some for a traffic study,
but not in favor of putting the matter up for vote by the people.
Mrs. Audrey Ross, 741 Bungalow Drive, suggested a water filtering system
be installed throughout the City; that this would benefit everyone in the
City.
Mr. Floyd Manning, 408 Concord Street, spoke on behalf of the Senior
Citizens, stated it appears the greater portion of the seniors favor
the funds being spent on housing for the elderly.
Mr. Walt Eggert, 1435 East Sycamore Avenue, handed the Council his recom-
mendations entitled, "Surplus Tax Funds and Their Disposal" which he read,
providing for two methods of returning the money: Method 461, return the
money direct to the inhabitants of the City who resided here during the
tax period; and Method 462, place a measure on the ballot to decide whether
such funds should be used for specific long range solutions to the traffic
problems in the area.
Mr. Dennis Martin, 836 East Grand Avenue, handed the City Clerk a report
for the Council on the subject of computerization. Stated he thought
the City Manager had reported, during the mid -year budget review, that
there was an increase in the General Fund revenue of 5.7 million dollars,
yet discussions tonight are about an excess of 2.4 million dollars. Asked
for clarification.
City Manager Jones explained that the Gann Limit is actually $2,345,535
and the 5.7 million figure is the increase in the budget estimates for
this fiscal year, which is within the Gann limit and not siirpl.us Funds.
Mr. Martin stated he had prepared a proposal entitled, "Partners in
Prosperity," containing four basic citizens' services: Senior Citizens'
Housing; Computer Learning Centers,Free Recreation Classes, pet and
bicycle licenses and home remodeling permits; and lease of both the
vacated schools. Stated it appears there are excess funds in the General
Fund that could be used for these kinds of services.
Urged the Council not to vote for the City Manager's plan as it appears
to be a welfare plan for industry, but to vote to raise the ceiling of
the Gann limit to recover monies to support his four point plan.
Mr. Patrick Jamele, 852 Virginia Street, suggested that the merchants
be instructed, that for a certain period of time, they collect less than
the six percent sales tax and the City would pay the difference. This
would then benefit everyone who purchased goods in E1 Segundo and seemed
to meet the intent of the Gann limitation.
Mr. Bob McCarthy, 622 Hillcrest Street, stated he thought the majority
of the people would rather have the money returned in ways of benefiting
everyone in the City by improving City services.
Mr. Jim Weber, 803 Virginia Street, stated he understood the City Manager
had prepared recommendations and he would like to hear this report.
City Manager Jones, stated he had recapped information that had already
been provided to the Councilq with additional remarks regarding various
suggestions received for returning the excess funds.
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Reported he had previously recommended the surplus be returned by reduc-
tion in property taxes and the $1,603,038 be returned to reduce other
taxes and fees. Pointed out the limited number of fees and taxes that
can be used to return the revenue because E1 Segundo has not levied as
many fees as other cities. Advised that taxes received are collected by
other government agencies, making it difficult, if not impossible, to
return the revenue that has been received through these agencies. Listed
the various fees imposed by the City, the return of which, in his opinion,
would not be representative of the intent of the Gann Initiative; that the
only way he felt would be appropriate would be reduction in water rates.
Offered ways of returning the money taken from suggestions received:
Take over activities of the E1 Segundo School District and accept transfer
of School District's unused Gann surplus. Stated the School District was
seeking legal advice on this suggestion.
Distribute the funds to the residents, estimated to be a one -time payment
of $169.39 for each person, if that person could be identified as eligible.
Consideration of handicapped and senior housing project
Rehabilitation of senior housing already existing
Development of a mountain camp for the City's youth
Retaining the funds for capital improvements
Advised that the alternatives mentioned would require a vote of the people,
because the Gann Initiative, passed by the vote of the people, was for
return of fees and /or taxes.
Again recommended return of the funds through reduction of property taxes
next year and reduction in water rates, thus returning the money to most
of the people who paid it.
Further advised that the future cannot be predicted; that sales tax revenue
may go down rapidly in the next few years, which gives merit for the City
to retain the money in some form to offset future revenue losses.
Mr. Gerhardt Van Drie, asked that his pro rata share be sent to the County
Treasurer's office in the names of himself, his wife and two children,
to reduce his property taxes.
Councilman Bue asked the City Manager to again clarify the amount of
money actually surplus, that many figures were being mentioned.
The City Manager responded that the 1980 -81 Gann limit is approximately
2.4 million dollars, that other figures mentioned are 1981 -82 mid -year
budget estimates which are below the Gann limitation.
Mr. Dennis Martin, suggested the 5 million dollars could be put in the
General Fund by a vote of the people and then used for senior citizens'
services and computerizing the schools and community for eduction and
information to everyone in the community
No further response being heard, the Mayor and Councilman Bue announced
they would not participate in the discussion or action regarding the
Gann Initiative, due to possible conflict of interest, and therefore,
turned this portion of the meeting over to Chairman Siadek.
Chairman Siadek stated he would prefer to continue this matter to a
later time when all five members of the Council can participate.
Councilman Johnson stated he would like to go on with input from the
public.
Councilman Armstrong, asked that everyone who came here tonight to speak
be allowed to do so.
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Mr. Frank Wong, stated the Gann Initiative calls for giving the money
back to the people; that he is in favor of some of the suggestions, but
ground rules must be established; that he was not in favor of giving the
money back to industry. Suggested a way for everyone in the city to have
cable television, or provide free education for everyone.
Mr. Jamele noted that so many of the alternatives missed the point of
the Gann Initiative; that its intent is not to provide additional services.
The excess funds may be returned or used to reduce taxes in the future
and the suggestion he made would not require a vote of the people, it
would reduce the actual taxes paid.
Mr. Dennis Martin stated he thought the Council was not considering
the extremely lucrative potential of various types of taxes that could
be imposed to defray expense for City services.
Mr. Maurice Fisk asked that the issue be closed
Mr. Jim Weber stated, as former Finance Director for the City of E1 Segundo,
that he concurred with Mr. Jones'explanation of the surplus funds, that it
was well to bring this out tonight. Stated he had reviewed Mr. Martin's
report which is on the agenda tonight under Written Communications, and
warned the Council that the report contains false information.
Reported that his previous suggestions were to use surplus funds as a
means of relieving the City's General Fund to pay for City services over
the next five years; that it appears to him, less and less money would
come from Sacramento and E1 Segundo would need the excess funds to support
services in future years.
The City Manager advised this procedure would require a vote of the people.
Mr. Frank Wong objected to Mr. Weber's remarks.
At this time, the hour being 8:30 o'clock p.m. the Chairman called for
a short recess. At the hour of 8:35 o'clock p.m. Council reconvened,
the following members answering roll call: Councilmen Armstrong, Johnson,
and Siadek.
Councilman Armstrong reported on the various suggestions received for use
of the surplus funds; that the City Yard will be used for at least another
two years with possibly another two years before a development could be
completed and then for possibly only 34 units. Stated he did not favor
a mountain camp because it would serve only a few.
Reported he understood that a direct cash rebate of money would be legal
under the Gann Initiative and read portions of the initiative measure
which he thought was very clear in that respect. Stated that if taxes
were reduced, the money would be given to people who were not here in
1980 -81; that this method does not consider renters and it would go
back to industry that passes the taxes on to the people. Stated he did
not agree with raising the lid of the Gann limitation to increase the
City's general fund. Suggested putting a measure on the November ballot
for one year retroactive increase. Stated he would like to have a "wish
list" compiled from input by the citizens, budget each project so it
would be self- supporting. Stated the information could be distributed
during Clean -Up Week, handed out outside the polls or with the City's
Newsletter for citizen input.
Advised that current and even projected surplus for this year would not
cover the cost for maintenance of streets, transportation, police and
fire protection services east of Sepulveda and some action is needed to
make those services self- sustaining. Stated he did not think it fair
that small businesses support the large developments in the City.
City Attorney Allen advised that Gann provides for raising the limitation
but not for more than four years and does not make mention of retroactivity.
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Stated that a measure could be put to the voters, but because this had
little or no history in the courts, the only guidelines to follow were
from the arguments for and against the iniative, opinions of various
attorneys and the Legislative Counsel's opinion. Therefore, he gave
no assurance that such a ballot measure would be valid.
Council discussed the mechanics of conducting a poll of the people and
placing the results on a ballot in November.
City Attorney Allen suggested that procedures be established for taking
the poll.
After further discussion, Council directed that staff or a research com-
pany find out the best way to present the various ideas to the people to
get input back from the community and from that information the Council
could decide which items have priority for placing on the November ballot.
Councilmen Armstrong and Johnson volunteered to meet with staff to discuss
parameters, need and alternatives for conducting the survey.
There being no further discussion on this subject, Chairman Siadek turned
the meeting back to the Mayor.
The Mayor advised that Mr. Oscar Robinson could not be reached by telephone
and, therefore, recommended that the hearing on his appeal be continued
until the next regular City Council meeting to be held March 16, 1982.
Hearing no objections, it was so ordered.
c. Moratorium on certain construction in accordance with Initiative
Petition
City Attorney Allen advised he had prepared two resolutions, one calling
for an election to vote on subject issue and the other asking the County
Board of Supervisors to authorize consolidation with the Statewide Prim-
ary Election to be held June 8, 1982.
Stated that all the wording of the petition could not be included for
the ballot measure, but thought the voters' pamphlet accompanying sample
ballots would contain the full context. Suggested the measure read,
"Shall an ordinance placing a moratorium on the erec-
tion, construction, enlargement, demolition, or creation
of commercial or residential buildings containing greater
than four dwelling units be adopted ?"
Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Johnson that a
resolution containing the aforesaid measure, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 3124
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, CALLING AND GIVING
NOTICE OF THE HOLDING OF A SPECIAL MUNICIPAL
ELECTION TO BE HELD IN SAID CITY ON TUESDAY,
JUNE 8, 1982, FOR THE SUBMISSION TO THE
QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF SAID CITY AN ORDINANCE
RELATING TO THE PLACEMENT OF A MORATORIUM
ON THE ERECTION, CONSTRUCTION, ENLARGEMENT,
DEMOLITION OR CREATION OF COMMERCIAL OR
RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS CONTAINING GREATER
THAN FOUR DWELLING UNITS, AND CONSOLIDATING
SAID ELECTION WITH THE STATEWIDE PRIMARY
ELECTION TO BE HELD ON SAID DATE
which was read, be adopted.
On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Jchnson,
Siadek and Mayor Van Vranken
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilmen None
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Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman
Armstrong, that a resolution containing the aforementioned measure,
entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 3125
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
EL SEGUNDO, REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TO CONSOLIDATE A
SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION OF SAID CITY TO BE
HELD ON JUNE 8, 1982 WITH THE STATEWIDE PRIMARY
ELECTION TO BE HELD ON SAID DATE PURSUANT TO
SECTION 23302 OF THE ELECTIONS CODE
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 Attorney presented a resolution authorizing certain of the
Council members to file a written argument against the moratorium
measure. Stated he had inserted the text of the measure chosen by
the Council and would insert the name or names of the person(s) selected
to file the argument.
Upon mutual consent of the Council, Councilman Siadek was selected to
file the argument and his name was directed to be inserted in the reso-
lution.
Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Johnson, that
the following resolution, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 3126
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING CERTAIN OF
ITS MEMBERS TO FILE A WRITTEN ARGUMENT REGARDING
A CITY MEASURE
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
City Clerk Burrowes inquired if it was Councilman Siadek's intent to be
the sole author of the argument; that if other persons names were to be
included, she would like to have that reflected in the resolution.
Councilman Siadek responded that it was his intent to have other Council
members and /or citizens help write and sign the argument. Asked if the
resolution could be reworded, or move on it at the next Council meeting.
City Attorney Allen suggested leaving the resolution as it is, he and
the City Clerk would discuss this and, if necessary, modify the resolu-
tion at the next Council meeting on March 16, 1982.
Council agreed.
Councilman Siadek reported he had asked the City Manager for an estimate
of costs to the City if the measure passed placing a 2 -year moratorium
on construction.
City Manager Jones reported on the revenues that would be lost and the
expenses the City might encounter for litigation, etc. Stated he roughly
estimated it would cost the City $803,150 over a 2 -year period, which
could be recovered if each parcel in the City were assessed approximately
$133 for the 2 -year period.
Councilman Siadek suggested that maybe the Gann excess could be used for
these costs, and asked whether it would be worthwile to put this matter
on the ballot.
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After discussion, Council agreed this would be an item more fitting for
inclusion in the arguments in the voter's pamphlet.
6. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
a. Mr. Dennis Martin, 836 East Grand Avenue, inquired about 6% sales
tax and retail sales tax.
The Mayor responded explaining that the 6% sales tax applies to merchants
charging the customer as well as Chevron charging the same 6% to its
customers and from that, local jurisdictions receive back 1% from the
State.
Mr. Martin spoke of other taxing alternatives such as taxing industry
east of Sepulveda Boulevard for payment of services or of taxing people
working in the big organizations who are not supporting the City's
safety services.
Mr. Martin spoke.of his plan for computerizing education in E1 Segundo
and of placing a measure on the ballot in June to educate the people to
the many options for funding that the City has.
b. Mrs. Carol Wilbanks, 1207 East Sycamore Avenue, stated she resented
Mr. Martin attacking the Council members, that she thought the Council
was more than kind in letting him speak more than he should.
c. Mr. Ed. Erdely, 209 West Acacia Avenue, accused the Council of using
double standards in the City. Stated he thought the Council could act
so that the moratorium could be over within four months, or put it on the
November ballot for the people to decide. Also compared the benefits
Manhattan Beach derived from Chevron when it developed the property east
of Sepulveda to the $10,000 donated by Chevron for the ball parks in E1
Segundo, that this city should have received more from that company.
7. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
a. Ad Hoc Committee to advise the Traffic Consultant
City Manager Jones presented a.list of nominations for subject committee
including members from the Proposition "A" Committee:
Representing Industry:
Lt. Col. Kevin Bergen
Kristine Birtwhistle
Don Carl
Sam Douglass
Charlotte Pleggenkuhl
Representing Residential:
Frank Aikins
Richard Croxall
Carl Jacobson
Charles Mesak
Ron Vassau
E1 Segundo Chamber of Commerce: E1 Segundo Unified School District:
Dave Jones, President Dick Work, President
E1 Segundo Employers' Association:
E. A. Center
Proposition 'A' Committee Members
Anthony Arndt Floyd Carr, Jr.
Loyal Christensen Ron Hart
James Weber
Motion was made by Councilman Armstrong, seconded by Councilman Siadek,
that the aforementioned persons be appointed to act as a committee to
advise on traffic matters. Motion carried.
b. Housing Element Advisory Committee
Council discussed the attendance of members of this and other committees
and agreed that two consecutive absenses from meetings without being
excused would constitute dismissal from that committee and after notifi-
cation, a replacement would be appointed by the Council.
City Manager Jones advised that subject committee had requested to meet
jointly with the Council on March 16, 1982.
The Mayor canvassed the Council members and it was mutually agreed to
hold said session at 6:00 o'clock p.m., just prior to the Regular City
Council Meeting on March 16, 1982.
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C. I -105 Freeway. Councilman Johnson announced that a ground breaking
ceremony of subject freeway would be held in Lynwood on April 24, 1982.
8. CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilman Siadek asked that Item (e) be withdrawn from the Calendar
for discussion.
Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman
Siadek, that the balance of the items on the Consent Calendar be approved
as recommended. Motion carried.
a. Minutes of regular City Council meeting held February 2, 1982
... Approved as written
b. Warrants Nos. 74046 thru 74178 on Demand Register Summary No. 16
in total amount of $610,486.88
... Ratified and approved
c. Resolution ordering canvass of Election to be held April 13, 1982
entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 3127
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE CANVASS
OF THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON
TUESDAY, APRIL 13, 1982, TO BE MADE BY THE CITY
CLERK
... Resolution adopted
d. Resolution establishing voting precincts, boards and places for
election to be held April 13, 1982
entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 3128
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING VOTING
PRECINCTS AND POLLING PLACES, APPOINTING PRE-
CINCT AND BOARD MEMBERS AND FIXING COMPENSATION
FOR THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION OF SAID CITY
ON TUESDAY, APRIL 13, 1982, HERETOFORE CALLED
BY RESOLUTION NO. 3110 OF THE CITY COUNCIL
... Resolution adopted
f. Request to expend $2,700 from Contingency Fund for County of
Los Angeles ambulance services
... Request approved
9. CALL ITEMS FROM CONSENT CALENDAR
e. Revised contract with Beach City Towing to eliminate one of
three general partners
Councilman Siadek stated he did not see the provision in the contract
that someone would be on hand 24 hours a day for retrieval of vehicles.
The City Manager pointed out the provision in the contract.
Chief of Police Johnson advised that someone may not be on hand 24 hours
• day, that a call should be made to the Police, who in turn would place
• call to the contractor for someone to be at the yard for release of
• vehicle.
The City Attorney explained that the contract was revised because the
original contract included three general partners, while the insurance
listed only two. Stated although it took some time to accomplish the
compatibility of the contract and insurance policy, the insurance cover-
age was valid during that time.
After discussion, the Council agreed that any matter that would take
more than six months to resolve should be brought to the attention of
the Council.
Motion taas made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Bue, that
the revised contract with Beach City Towing be approved. Motion carried.
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10. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
a. Mr. Dennis Martin, recommendations regarding disposition of funds
received in excess of Gann limitations
Hearing no objections, the Mayor ordered the letter received and
filed.
b. Four - Square Church request to hold a 5- Kilometer RUN FOR THE SON
in E1 Segundo April 17, 1982
City Manager Jones reported there may be some inconvenience in the
residential area on a Saturday morning, but staff did not object if the
Council wished to authorize the run on a trial basis. Suggested the
Council consider authorizing only one run per year with all organiza-
tions combining their runs for that one event.
Mr. Craig Bullias, Committee Director for the Run, explained their plans,
that the streets would be closed off for 45 minutes, starting on Main
Street, north to Imperial Avenue, east to Center Street, south to Pine
Avenue, west to Main Street, ending at Library Park.
Mr. Walt Newman advised that the E1 Segundo Natural Food Store would
supply refreshments for the runners.
The Council discussed the timing of the run.
Mr. Newman advised that if April 17 was not satisfactory, the date
could be changed.
After further discussion, motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded
by Councilman Armstrong, that the 5- Kilometer RUN FOR THE SON be approved
as requested. Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Siadek and
Mayor Van Vranken
Noes: Councilmen Bue and Johnson
Absent: Councilmen None
The Mayor asked staff to prepare an informal report after the race is
run on the experience for use in the future.
11. REPORTS OF OFFICERS
a. City Manager Jones
1) Request from Hughes Aircraft Company for third year extension
of permit for 18 -unit trailer complex at 1920 East Walnut
Avenue - to expire March 5, 1983
Councilman Bue announced that he would not participate in the discussion
or action of the first two items on the City Manager's agenda, due to
possible conflict of interest.
Motion was made by Councilman Johnson, seconded by Councilman Armstrong,
that subject request be approved. Motion carried with Councilman Bue
not voting.
2) Request from Hughes Aircraft Company for third year extension
of permit for 4 -unit trailer complex at 901 Nash Street -
to expire March 20, 1983
Motion was made by Councilman Johnson, seconded by Councilman Armstrong,
that subject request be approved. Motion carried with Councilman Bue
not voting.
3) Expiration of Term of Office of Richard Croxall on Recreation
and Parks Commission
After discussion, the Council unanimously agreed to continue the policy
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of advertising for applicants and that all applications be reviewed by
the Council prior to making an appointment.
4) Request from E1 Segundo Chamber of Commerce for the merchants
to have a Sidewalk Sale on March 13, 1982.
Advised he did not think it needed Council approval. What is proposed
is to use Civic Center Plaza to advertise and use the Cable Television
to broadcast the event on the 13th.
b. City Attorney Allen
1) Levin Construction Company request for reconsideration of
damages relating to the elevator contract
Advised that the contractor had requested discussion of this matter in
closed session. Also requested direction in a matter of settlement of
a claim in an amount beyond the City Attorney or City Manager's authority
to approve.
c. Director of Public Works Glickman
1) Final Map of Tract No. 40543, Frank Ramogida Enterprises
628 -634 W. Imperial Avenue
Recommended adoption of a resolution approving subject Map.
Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Armstrong,
that the following resolution, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 3129
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE FINAL MAP
OF TRACT NO. 40543 LOCATED WITHIN SAID CITY
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) Plans and Specifications No. 82 -3 for replacement of filtration
System at Urho Saari Swim Stadium
Recommended approval of subject plans and authorization be given to adver-
tise for bids, said bids to be received March 30, 1982.
Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Bue, that
the following resolution be adopted:
RESOLVED, that "SPECIFICATION NO. 82 -3"
and "NOTICE INVITING BIDS FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF THE
FILTRATION SYSTEM AT URHO SAARI SWIM STADIUM IN THE
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA," presented to the
Council on this date, be approved and a copy placed
on file in the office of the City Clerk; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that sealed bids
be and the same are hereby invited under said NOTICE
and the City Clerk be and she is hereby authorized
and instructed to cause said NOTICE to be given and
published in time, form and manner as required by
law, the date and time for reception of said bids
being hereby fixed for 11:00 o'clock a.m. on Tuesday
March 30, 1982.
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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
12. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. Ordinance authorizing amendment to Public Employees Retirement
System (PERS) regarding Firemen's MOU provisions
entitled:
ORDINANCE NO. 1020
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT
TO THE CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY COUNCIL AND THE
BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC
EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM
which title was read.
Upon motion duly made and carried, further reading of said ordinance
was waived. Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded
by Councilman Johnson, that said ordinance 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
13. NEW BUSINESS
a. Councilman Johnson proposed that the Council maintain the five -
minute limit for oral communications, that it has been successful
in open forums and thinks it would be advantageous to everyone at the
Council meetings.
Motion was made by Councilman Johnson, seconded by Councilman Siadek,
that oral communications be limited to five minutes unless there is
unanimous consent of the Council members to extend the time. Motion
carried.
14. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
a. Mr. Frank Wong, stated he did not like being cut off; he did not
believe the figure of $800,000 loss to the City if a 2 -year moratorium
goes into effect, nor did he believe the figure of $603,000 in revenue
for the current year; that if these figures were used, he would chal-
lenge them.
RECESS: At the hour of 10:45 o'clock p.m., the Council recessed to
the Mayor's office for a closed session to discuss matters of litigation.
At the hour of 11:02 o'clock p.m., the Council reconvened, all members
being present and answering roll call.
City Attorney Allen reported that the Alice Peterson Company, at 212
Eucalyptus Drive, filed a claim against the City for flood damage sus-
tained on November 27, 1981, and the R. L. Kautz Company, the City's
insurance adjusters, recommend that authority be granted to settle the
claim by payment of $9,658.38. Advised that he and the City Manager
join in this recommendation.
Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Bue, that
authority be granted the R. L. Kautz Company to settle the claim of
the Alice Peterson Company by payment to that company the amount of
$9,658.38.
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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
15. ADJOURNMENT
No other business appearing to come before the Council at this session,
motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Johnson,
that this meeting be adjourned until Tuesday, March 16, 1982 at 6:00
o'clock p.m., for a joint meeting with the Housing Element Advisory
Committee, in the Council Chamber of the City of E1 Segundo, the hour
of adjournment of this meeting being 11:05 o'clock p.m. Motion carried.
APPROVED:
R. K. Van Vranken, Mayor
Respectfully submitted,
Valerie A. Burrowes, City Clerk
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