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CALL TO ORDER
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
March 16, 1982
The E1 Segundo City Council convened in regular session on the above
date at the hour of 7:05 o'clock p.m., in the Council Chamber of the
E1 Segundo City Hall.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The salute to the Flag was led by Jack E. Siadek, Councilman.
INVOCATION was delivered by Eyrich Hansen, Pastor of St. John's
Lutheran Church
4. ROLL CALL
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Present: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Johnson,
Siadek and Mayor Van Vranken
Absent: Councilmen None
PRESENTATIONS
a. The Mayor presented a proclamation declaring the week of March 29
thru April 2, 1982 as MEDAL OF VALOR WEEK
6. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
a. Continued hearing on appeal of Oscar Robison from Planning Commission
denial of application to subdivide property at 311 and 319 West
Acacia Avenue
The Mayor announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed
for the continued hearing on the appeal of Oscar Robison, and inquired
of the Clerk if any written communications had been received. The City
Clerk responded that none had been received in her office.
Planning Director Romaniello reported that on January 14, 1982, the
Planning Commission reviewed Mr. Robison's request and denied the
subdivision, upholding staff's recommendations.
The Mayor inquired if anyone present wished to speak regarding this
matter.
Mr. Oscar J. Robison 311 West Acacia Avenue, stated the appeal was
filed because he felt his request did comply with the law, that no
Code regulation is being violated. Stated neighbors had signed a
petition indicating no objections to his developing the property.
Asked what he would have to do to get approval.
Planning Director Romaniello advised this was a Flag Lot in reverse
and was not denied because of its size, but configuration and in viola-
tion of the intent to set up residential lots in conformance with other
lots in the area.
After discussion, motion was made by Councilman Armstrong, seconded by
Councilman Siadek, that the public hearing be closed. Motion carried.
Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that
the following resolution, entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 3130
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, CONCURRING IN THE FINDINGS
AND DETERMINATIONS OF THE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION
AS SET FORTH IN ITS RESOLUTION NO. 1095 DENYING THE
APPEAL OF MR. OSCAR ROBISON IN SAID MATTER: AND
ACCORDINGLY DENYING APPROVAL OF PARCEL MAP NO.
14928 (SUBDIVISION NO. 7 -81)
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
7. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
a. Kiss Jamie Williams, 635 West Oak Avenue, thanked the Council for
helping to make the Donkey Basketball game a success, that it was nice
to seethe City and the High School working together.
b. Mr. Gary McDonald, 4511 161st Street, Lawndale, stated this City
should be extremely proud of its Police Department, that it is one of the
most efficient departments in this area; the checks and balance system
is unmatched, that the involvement of the Police with the youth in the
community is untouched by any other police force.
Councilman Bue announced that Mr. McDonald was running for Council in
the City of Lawndale, and wished him the best of luck.
c. Mr. Dennis Martin, 836 East Grand Avenue spoke of rent control, that
the higher the demand for rentals the higher the rent, posing a very ser-
ious situation especially for older women faced with higher rents.
Suggested consideration of a project modeled from one in Santa Monica
where the investment of the landlord would determine allowable rents
and increases, which would be a means of inflation control.
Mayor Van Vranken announced that Mr. Martin's five minutes was up. Mr.
Martin continued to talk.
The City Attorney explained to Mr. Martin that the 5- minute limit was a
policy adopted by the Council, which became law in these proceedings.
The Mayor again admonished Mr. Martin to leave the microphone.
8. COMMITTEE REPORTS
a• Noise Abatement Committee. Councilman Armstrong read a portion of
a resolution from the Los Angeles City Department of Airports indicating
that at the request of the California Department of Real Estate, Walder
Development Company, Inc., had offered an Avigation Easement over its
recently developed 18 -unit condominium complex on north Main Street,
which in effect would convert an incompatible use of the development,
which is within the 65 CNEL contour, to a compatible use, according to
California Noise Standards. Councilman Armstrong expressed concern.
Director of Planning Romaniello stated he had communicated with Mr.
Dubois, Manager of State Department of Real Estate, who had not heard
of this, that after transmitting a copy of the resolution and easement
to him, Mr.Dubois advised an investigation would be made and if there
were any violations of laws his department would pursue the matter.
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9. CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilman Armstrong asked that Items (j) (k) and (1) be withdrawn for
separate discussion.
Mr. Jim Weber asked that Item (a)be withdrawn and Mr. Dennis Martin
requested Item (h) be withdrawn for separate discussion.
Mr. Ross Kongable asked if the Consent Calendar items could be read so
the television audience would know what was being acted upon under one
motion.
Council discussed the different ways of portraying this information to
the public. City Clerk Burrowes volunteered to get together with staff
to work out a plan agreeable to the Council.
The Council agreed, and the Mayor asked the City Clerk to read the line
items on the agenda which would be acted upon by one motion, which were
read.
Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman
Siadek, that the following items be approved as recommended. Motion
Carried:
b. Warrants Nos. 74179 thru 74332 on Demand Register Summary No. 17 and
Expense Checks Nos. 3641 thru 3662 on Expense Check Register No. 9
in total amount of $511,149.05
... Ratified and approved
c. Bids for Truck Cab and Chassis for use with aerial lift
... Accepted low bid of Carmenita Ford Truck Sales, Inc. in
total amount of $17,783.48, including sales tax
d. Bids for three subcompact cars and six compact cars for various
departments
.. Accepted low bid of Champion Chevrolet for 3 subcompact
vehicles for $15,811.97; one compact vehicle with air conditioning
and 5 compact vehicles without air conditioning from Crenshaw Motors
for $41,689.80, totaling $57,501.77 including sales tax, and auth-
orized payment from the Equipment Replacement Fund in said amounts.
e. Bids for termite fumigation of Library buildin
... Accepted low bid of Al & Sons in total amount of $3,625.00.
f. Request to declare certain vehicles surplus and authorization to sell
by private auction firm
Following authorized to be sold by private auction firm:
414002 Jeep 412652 Sweeper 412653 Turf Vacuum
415700 Sedan 412650 Dump Truck 416408 Aerial Lift Truck
416412 Pick up 416438 Trash Dump
g. Resolution authorizing application for Roberti - Z'berg funds for
replacement of one 75 foot section of bleachers at the baseball field
and refurbishing of bleachers at the softball field at Recreation Park
entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 3131
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE
APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS UNDER THE ROBERTI-
Z'BERG URBAN OPEN -SPACE AND RECREATION PROGRAM
FOR REHABILITATION OF DETERIORATED WOOD BLEACH-
ERS AT RECREATION PARK
Resolution adopted
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9. CONSENT CALENDAR (continued)
i. Resolution supporting continued funding for the South Bay
Juvenile Diversion Project
entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 3132
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, SUPPORTING THE SOUTH BAY
JUVENILE DIVERSION PROJECT IN SEEKING FUNDING
UNDER THE UNIFORM COUNTY JUSTICE SYSTEM SUBVENTION
PROGRAM (AB90) AND JUVENILE JUSTICE AND DELINQUENCY
PREVENTION FUNDS FROM THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
Resolution adopted.
M. Purchase of additional portable EKG telemetry and communications
unit for paramedic service with donated funds from Rockwell, Inter-
national and Hughes Aircraft Company
. Formal bidding requirements waived and purchase authorized
from Medical Communications and Instrumentation, Inc.
n. Change of date for the Four Square Church 5- kilometer RUN FOR THE SON
to Saturday, May 1, 1982 commencing at 8:00 o'clock a.m.
... Notification ordered received and filed
o. Final acceptance of all Off -Site improvements in connection with Sub-
division Tract No. 32963 as of February 23, 1982, Hillcrest Properties
Off -Site improvements accepted in Tract No. 32963
as required of Hillcrest Properties development
(Maple and Sycamore Avenues west of Hillcrest St.)
10. CALL ITEMS FROM CONSENT CALENDAR
a. Minutes of regular City Council meeting held February 16, 1982
Mr. Jim Weber stated that his recommendation for using surplus funds
for refuse collection and hauling had been omitted from his recommenda-
tion and stated that was one of the main items of his proposal.
The City Clerk was asked to include this information in subject minutes
and present them to the Council for approval at the next meeting.
h. Theta Cable of California Franchise replacement bond
Mr. Dennis Martin asked if this item referred to other discussions the
Council was going to have with this company about changing the contract.
City Attorney Allen responded that this was a request from Theta Cable
to change the bonding company, which requests are made from time to time
by franchise holders wishing to insure with a different company, and this
action had no relationship with any other activity this company is taking.
Stated further, he had approved the bond as to form and it was being pre-
sented to the Council for approval as to surety and sufficiency.
Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Bue,
that the following resolution be adopted:
RESOLVED, that that certain Faithful
Performance Bond No. K009 -30 -726 dated February 1,
1982 with Theta Cable of California as Principal
and Insurance Company of North America as Surety, in
the amount of $25,000, presented to this Council on
this date, be and the same is hereby approved as to
surety and sufficiency; and
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor
of the City of E1 Segundo be and he is hereby auth-
orized to accept said Insurance Company of North
America Bond No. K009 -30 -726 on behalf of the City
of E1 Segundo, effective as of February 1, 1982.
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
j. California Alcoholic Beverage Control application for person to
person transfer of On -Sale General Eating Place License from
Tiny Naylors, Inc. (presently Mickey Kings)
k. California ABC application for person to person transfer of On -Sale
Beer and Wine Eating Place License from the Nooner, Inc.
214 Main Street
1. California ABC application for On -Sale Beer License from
Better Food Services, Inc., 300 North Sepulveda Boulevard
Councilman Armstrong advised he would cover Items j, k and 1 together.
Stated he understood in the area generally bounded by Sheldon Street,
Imperial Avenue, the City's westernmost boundary and E1 Segundo Boule-
vard that ten On -Sale type licenses and eight Off -Sale licenses would
be permitted, whereas, the City already has 14 in that area. Advised
he would not vote against these three applications, but would like the
Council to take a very strong look at the downtown area regarding staying
within the conforms or change the conforms.
City Clerk Burrowes announced that she had received a letter, which she
read from Mr. Dave Jones, 208 Main Street, indicating he had no objection
to the opening of the facility just two doors north of his office, that
the business had a good reputation while located on Imperial Highway.
Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that
subject items (j), (k) and (1) be received and filed. Motion carried.
10. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
a. Mr. Dennis Martin, 836 East Grand Avenue leasing and converting
Junior High School for senior citizen housing
City Clerk Burrowes read subject letter which had been written to the
E1 Segundo School Board on March 9, 1982, urging that consideration
be given to converting the school into living quarters for senior
citizens.
The Council ordered the letter received and filed.
11. REPORTS OF OFFICERS
a. Director of Puhlic Wnrkc clirkmmn
1) Plans and Specifications No. 81 -7, Enlargement of West Basin
No. 3 Water Connection to the Metropolitan Water District Svstem
Recommended approval of the specifications and authorization be given
to advertise for bids on said project, said bids to be received April 13,
1982.
Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Bue, that
the following resolution be adopted:
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RESOLVED, that "SPECIFICATION NO.
81 -7" and "NOTICE INVITING BIDS FOR MODIFICATIONS
TO WEST BASIN FEEDER SERVICE CONNECTION WB -3 AT
THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF MANHATTAN BEACH BOULEVARD
AND REDONDO AVENUE IN THE CITY OF MANHATTAN BEACH,
CALIFORNIA," presented to the Council on this date,
be approved and a copy placed on file in the office
of the City Clerk; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that sealed
bids be and the same are hereby invited under said
NOTICE, and the City Clerk be and she is hereby
authorized and instructed to cause said NOTICE to
be given and published in time, form and manner as
required by law, the date and time for reception
of said bids being hereby fixed for 11:00 o'clock
a.m. Tuesday, April 13, 1982.
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 -1, Furnishing and Application
of Slurry Seal at various locations
Recommended approval of the specifications and authorization be given
to advertise for bids on said project, said bids to be received April
13, 1982.
Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Armstrong,
that the following resolution be adopted:
RESOLVED, that "SPECIFICATION NO.
82 -1," and "NOTICE INVITING BIDS FOR THE FURNISH-
ING AND APPLICATION OF SLURRY SEAL AT VARIOUS
LOCATIONS IN THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA,"
presented to the City 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 auth-
orized and instructed to cause said NOTICE to be given
and published in time, form and manner as required by
law, the date and time for reception of said bids
being hereby fixed for 11:00 o'clock a.m., Tuesday,
April 13, 1982.
Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Johnson,
Siadek and Mayor Van Vranken
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilmen None
3) Agreement with Hacienda Hotel for Construction of ten inch
water line - and - - presentation of bids for installation
of 10 inch water line in Indiana Street and Holly Avenue
Project No. 80 -16
Presented an agreement with the owners of the Hacienda Hotel to share
in the cost for construction of subject water line amounting to fifty
percent of the cost for installation. Recommended the agreement be
approved. Also presented bids which had been received on February 16,
1982, which bids were as follows:
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Name
G. R. Frost, Inc.
Monarch Construction
John T. Malloy, Inc.
Changing Times Enterprises, Inc.
Gabi Construction Co., Inc.
Tennyson Pipeline Co.
Doty Bros. Equipment Co.
Miramontes Construction Co.
R & L Sewer
P & J Utility Co.
Pipeline Constructors, Inc.
Jade Construction Co.
Amount of Bid
Recommended that the low bid be accepted.
$ 76,650.00
77,440.00
79,010.00
82,860.00
84,722.00
86,600.00
89,785.00
91,519.68
93,762.00
94,000.00
98,017.54
111,000.00
Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Johnson, that
the following resolution be adopted:
WHEREAS, the City of El Segundo, California,
duly advertised for bids for installation of a 10 inch water
line in Indiana Street and Holly Avenue in accordance with
Specification No. 80 -16; and
WHEREAS, said bids were received by the
City Council on February 16, 1982; and
WHEREAS, the Director of Public Works found
that the bid of G. R. Frost, Inc., in total amount of
$76,650.00 was the lowest responsible bid.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, that the bid of G. R.
Frost, Inc., the lowest responsible bid, be accepted; 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 G. R. Frost, Inc., are hereby rejected and
the City Clerk is hereby authorized and instructed to return
the bid bonds for all unsuccessful bidders.
Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Johnson,
Siadek and Mayor Van Vranken
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilmen None
Thereafter motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman
Johnson, that the following resolution be adopted:
RESOLVED, that that certain form of
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO AND THE HACIENDA
HOTEL FOR CONSTRUCTION OF 10 INCH WATER LINE, presented to
this Council on this date, be and the same is hereby approved
and after execution by each of the above -named parties, a copy
of said agreement be placed on file in the office of the City
Clerk; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor of
the City of E1 Segundo be and he is hereby authorized to
execute said agreement for and on behalf of said City and
the City Clerk to attest the same.
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On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Johnson,
Siadek and Mayor Van Vranken
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilmen None
The Director of Public Works announced that the first meeting of the
Traffic Study Committee had been scheduled to be held in the Council
Chamber on Monday, March 22, 1982 at 7:00 o'clock p.m.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. Councilman Bue stated he thought it might be appropriate to ask
staff to look at the City's precise plan procedures and to also report
on housing and other elements of the General Plan, which may need some
changes.
Mayor Van Vranken stated he thought a meeting between the Planning
Commission, staff and Council was going to be scheduled, and after
approval of all Council members, asked City Manager Jones to arrange
such a meeting, preferably within the next couple of weeks.
NEW BUSINESS
a. Mayor Van Vranken stated he understood the replacement of the light-
ing system at Hilltop Park was included in next year's budget, but
thought this project should be moved ahead and work started this year
to preserve the safety in that area. Asked the Council to consider
authorizing funds so the project could be started immediately.
Motion was made by Councilman Johnson, seconded by Councilman Siadek,
that staff be instructed to proceed with preparations to reestablish
proper lighting at Hilltop Park. Motion carried.
b. Councilman Armstrong announced that an Emergency Preparedness
Commission meeting was scheduled for March 31, 1982 in Industry Hills
on the topic of Hazardous Waste Management and asked for permission
to attend that meeting.
The Mayor stated he was sure there was no objection to his attending.
14. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
a. Mr. Jim Weber, 803 Virginia Street, announced that the Mayor's
traditional Good Friday Breakfast would be held at Recreation Park
Clubhouse; asked that reservations be made with him or the Chamber of
Commerce. Advised that the guest speaker would be the founder of
Carl's Jr. restaurants, Mr. Carl Karcher.
b. Mr. Dennis Martin referred to the last item on the agenda pertain-
ing to an agreement with the Hacienda Hotel for sharing costs for a
water line in Indiana and Holly Avenue, and asked why the City should
share in this when it would benefit only one development. Asked if
the money was coming from the General Fund; were there plans for future
development on the west side of Sepulveda, or could the money be used
for other purposes, such as expanding Library services which would
benefit a greater majority of the people than a water line for one
development.
Director of Public Works Glickman responded, advising that the money
would come from the Water Fund reserved for this particular project
which has been in the City's Master Plan for many years.
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Mr. Glickman further advised this project was not specifically for
the benefit of the hotel, it would service other property owners in
the area. Also advised that Indiana Street needs repair and it is
sound scheduling to install the water line prior to the street improve-
ment.
15. ADJOURNMENT
No other business appearing to come before the Council at this session,
the Mayor adjourned the meeting in memory of Harvey S. Hazeltine,
E1 Segundo High School's first athletic coach, who passed away March 5;
The hour of adjournment being 8:40 o'clock p.m.
APPROVED:
R. K. Van ranken, Mayor
Respectfully submitted,
Valerie A. Burrowes, City Clerk
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