1982 MAY 18 CC MINMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
May 18, 1982
1. CALL TO ORDER
The El 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 Marvin Johnson
3. INVOCATION was delivered by Pastor Edward C. Smith of the United
Methodist Church
4. ROLL CALL Present: Councilmen Armstrong, .Johnson, Siadek,
Councilwoman Synadinos and Mayor Bue
Absent: Councilmembers None
5. PRESENTATIONS
a. Proclamation declaring the month of May, 1982 as
CORRECT POSTURE MONTH
The Mayor read the proclamation asking everyone to cooperate with doctors
cif Chiropractic in furthering correct posture in the community.
6. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
a. Phase I of E1 Segundo Transportation and Traffic Study
Mr. Ed. Ruzak, ASL Consulting Engineer, presented Phase I of the Traffic
and Transportation Study, together with a summary report of the first
phase efforts. Advised that Phase I identifies and quantifies the problems
in E1 Segundo and stated he was prepared to answer Council's questions.
At the request of Councilman Siadek, Mr. Ruzak outlined what went into
Phase I of the study and answered other questions by Council members.
Planning Commission Chairman Loyal Christensen stated the report would be
of value to the Planning Commission since traffic problems are foremost on
the Commission's agenda.
After further Council discussion, Mayor Bue asked if anyone present wished
to speak regarding this subject.
Hearing no response, motion was made by Councilman Johnson, seconded by
Councilman Armstrong, that Phase I of the Traffic Study be accepted and
ASL Consulting Engineers be authorized to proceed with Phase II of said
study. Motion carried.
7. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
a. Interviewing of applicants for Planning Commission
City Manager Jones advised that nine applications had been received for
one position on the Planning Commission, commencing June 1, 1982 through
May 30, 1986.
Council discussed scheduling interviews and mutually agreed to meet at
6:00 o'clock p.m. on Wednesday June 2, 1982 for this purpose.
b. New Mavors and Council Members Institute
Councilman Johnson reported that he, Councilwoman Synadinos and Councilman
Armstrong attended subject institute in San Diego, that everyone seemed to
gain a great deal from the sessions.
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Councilmembers Synadionos and Armstrong reported that the days were filled
with learning sessions and they found.,out other cities have problems similar
to those in El Segundo.
8. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
a. Miss Jamie Williams, 635 West Oak Avenue, reported on the progress of
the carillon bells for the High School Bell Tower. Stated the campaign
started on May 4 and by May 14th $19,389.00 had been pledged, so the bells
would be installed on June 12, with dedication ceremonies not yet finalized.
b. Mrs. Janice Cruikshank, 1509 East Elm Avenue, representing the Babe
Ruth softball organization, asked that some assistance be given so that
a public telephone could be available in the area. Stated there have been
emergencies where a telephone was needed, and asked if the City could have
a pay phone installed at the site.
After further discussion, the Mayor asked the staff to investigate the
problem and report back to the Council.
C. Mr. Dennis Martin, 836 East Grand Avenue, asked to speak regarding
Item ll.a which is written communications.
The Mayor asked Mr. Martin to discuss his letter at this time.
Mr. Martin asked the Council to take urgency action to disassociate itself
from the Chamber of Commerce and the CPIR Political Action Committee, that
the Chamber is asking for more funds from the City while trying to sell its
view point that the moratorium is going to be a catastrophy. Stated the
citizens have a right to think of themselves first and then consider the
business interests, that the tremendous taxing resources in the City are
available just by moving to impose a business fee tax.
The Mayor reminded Mr. Martin that his 5- minutes had elapsed.
Mr. Martin stated that he needed more time and that was why he asked to
speak under Written Communications. Asked that a public hearing be held
in regard to tenant landlord relatiorship.
d. Mr. Jerry Harkenrider, 747 Yucca Street, asked the Council to consider
allowing parking on Yucca Street.
City Manager Jones advised that the street does not meet City standards
and, therefore, parking was not permitted for safety purposes. Advised
he would have the Traffic Committee consider the request.
e. Mr. Jack Wood, 916 Sheldon Street, read a statement from his neighbor,
0. B. Hill involving the on -going problem of damages to his property as
the result of storm drain construction by the City. Mr. Hill's letter
asked that the City respond to his complaints, that he would like to
bring the matter to an agreeable settlement and asked for a written response
from the City.
City Attorney Allen responded that he would determine whether phone calls
had or had not been returned and suggested the Council discuss the matter
further in closed session.
9. CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion was made by Councilman Armstrong, seconded by Councilman Johnson,
that the items on the Consent Calendar be approved as written. Motion
carried.
a. Minutes of regular City Council meeting held March 2, 1982
... Approved as written
b. Minutes of regular City Council meeting held April 6, 1982
... Approved as written
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9. CONSENT CALENDAR (continued)
C. Minutes of adjourned regular City Council meeting held at 6:00 p.m.
May 4, 1982
... Approved as written
d. Warrants Nos. 74948 thru 75107 on Demand Register Summary No. 21
and Expense Checks Nos. 3688 thru 3763 on Expense Check Register
No. 11
... Ratified and approved
e. Bids for sale of surplus ammunition casings and lead
... Accepted high bid of Duke Hingley for 150 pounds of .38
calibre casings for $375; and the high bid of Wahib Arms for
1000 pounds of lead and 35 pounds of .45 calibre casings for
a total of $375
f. Bids for maintenance of heating and air conditioning in City buildin
... Accepted low bid of Honeywell, Inc. in total amount of
of $84,096.00 and approved a 3 -year contract with said company
g. Agreement with Los Angeles County for examination of Tract and
Parcel Maps
.. Approved a 5 -year agreement with the County.
h. Budget line -item transfer of $1,800 from Police Account 310026 to
Account 310035
... Transfer approved
i. Resolution making minor corrections in the General Government Series
salaries. entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 3143
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 1A3,
GENERAL GOVERNMENT SERIES OF THE EL SEGUNDO
ADMINISTRATIVE CODE AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION
NO. 3076
... Adopted as written
j. Agreement with the City of Torrance for a 10 -shift paramedic field
internship program for one E1 Segundo paramedic trainee
... Agreement approved
10. CALL ITEMS FROM CONSENT CALENDAR - None
11. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
a. Mr. Dennis L. Martin, 836 East Grand Avenue, asking for clarification
of real issues of the Buildine Moratorium prior to the election
Mr. Martin asked if his letter could be read.
The Mayor inquired of the Council, hearing no response, ordered the
letter received and filed.
12. REPORTS OF OFFICERS
a. City Manager Jones
1) Application of Mr. Ibrahim Aboodi dba E1 Segundo Taxi Service
for taxicab operator's permit
Advised that Mr. Aboodi had been notified of this meeting, that there
must have been some misunderstanding.
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After discussion, Council agreed to defer action on Mr. Aboodi's application
until the next meeting and asked staff to notify the applicant of this action.
2) El Segundo Chamber of Commerce request to close portions of
Richmond Street for the Fair on Saturday May 22, 1982
Presented a letter from the Chamber of Commerce requesting permission to
hold the annual Richmond Street Fair and also that the City provide one
24" riser, 8 folding chairs and a long extension cord to be used in con -
iunction with the musical entertainment which will be provided. Stated
that the Chamber would be responsible for obtaining the necessary licenses
for each of the entrants in the fair.
Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Johnson, that
the City close Richmond Street between El Segundo Boulevard and Grand Avenue;
furnish the requested table, chairs aad electric cord provided the intersec-
tion of Franklin Avenue and Richmond Street is kept open for emergency vehicles;
appropriate business registration is made for the participants; permit for
sound amplification is obtained; and a City- Attorney approved liability
insurance policy holding the City free from damages for use of the public
right -of -way is furnished. Motion carried.
3) Priority list of City Planning projects
Presented a report on planning tasks which need to be assessed, undertaken,
completed and implemented:
1. Development Standrads (Zoning Code revisions)
2. Traffic Systems Management (TSM)
3. Review of Existing General Plan Elements
4. Economic Base Analysis
5. Downtown Revitalization
6. Sanitary Sewer Plan
7. Senior Citizen Housing Study
8. Sign Ordinance
9. Solar Access Standards
10. Residential Property Maintenance Standards
Advised that the report included estimated times for completion, cost, and
whether the work could be done in -house or outside help would be required.
Stated the tasks, as submitted, were for Council's consideration, to add
or delete items and to establish priorities for completion.
Planning Director Romaniello advised that the high density problems in the
C -3, M -1 and M -2 zones, presently under the moratorium placed on construct
tion, appear to have the highest priority.
Council discussed placing Items 1, 2, 4 and 6 as needing the most immediate
attention.
The Mayor stated the question is how long the moratorium should be kept,
and what would be a realistic schedule for completing tasks numbered
1, 2, 4 and 6 in the C -3,M -1 and M -2 zones. Asked if this could be done
in eight months.
The Planning Director stated that additional help would be needed to
accomplish the four tasks within eight months; whereas the time would
need to be extended for the present staff to accomplish the work.
City Manager Jones advised that staff could look at these items, plot
out the time and manhours'required for completion and possibly have the
information ready for the Council at the budget study sessions next week.
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b. City Attorney Allen
1) Ordinance regulating taxicab operations in El Segundo
entitled,
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA
AMENDING SECTIONS 5.16.250, 5.16.330 AND 5.16.450
OF, AND ADDING SECTION 5.16.335 TO, CHAPTER 5.16
OF THE EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE WHICH SECTIONS
RELATE TO INSURANCE AND PERMITS FOR TAXICABS AND
VEHICLES FOR HIRE
which title was read.
Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, further reading of said
ordinance was waived. Thereafter, said ordinance was introduced by
Councilman Johnson.
The City Attorney asked for a short closed session with the Council
after this meeting to discuss certain potential litigation.
C. Director of Public Works Glickman
1) Employment of Robert Bein, William Frost and Associates to prepare
street -line plan for widening of Sepulveda Boulevard from Grand
Avenue to Rosecrans Avenue
Advised that advanced City planning has included widening of Sepulveda
Boulevard and with the increased construction in El Segundo, it appears
subject street -line plan needs to be established which would show the
ultimate right -of -way on which the City could impose conditions for any
further development along that street. Recommended that the subject
proposal be accepted, that $4,500 be allocated from the unappropriated
reserve of the General Fund for the plan and that a purchase order be
issued to said company in an amount not to exceed $4,500.
Councilwoman Synadinos asked about street -line plans for other streets in
the City.
Councilman Armstrong stated this street -line plan seemed unnecessary, that
the City's Master Plan and the new traffic study should cover the same
information.
The Director of Public Works responded to the Council, that the plans for
the actual widening construction would eventually be drawn, but unless this
street -plan is established, it would be difficult to determine who will
widen the street, when it will be accomplished, and who will pay for it.
After further discussion, motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by
Councilman Johnson, that the Director of Public Works' recommendation be
approved. Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmembers Johnson, Siadek, Synadinos
and Mayor Bue
Noes: Councilmember Armstrong
Absent: Councilmembers None
13. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. Re- adoption of Ordinance No. 1023 calling for a 4 -month moratorium on
construction in certain zones
entitled:
ORDINANCE NO. 1023
AN INTERIM ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, PROHIBITING DEVELOP-
MENT IN THE C -3, M -1 AND M -2 ZONES, DECLARING
THE URGENCY THEREOF; AND SETTING A PUBLIC
HEARING FOR THE PURPOSE OF CONSIDERING AN
EXTENSION OF THIS ORDINANCE
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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 Ordinance No. 1023 be readopted. On roll call, said
motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmembers Armstrong, Johnson, Siadek,
Synadinos and Mayor Bue
Noes: Councilmembers None
Absent: Councilmembers None
14. NEW BUSINESS
a. Councilman Johnson referred to the potential loss of tax revenue and
whether provisions were being planned on how to make up the difference.
City Manager Jones stated that staff was working on alternate revenue
sources which would be ready for discussion at future.meetings
b. Councilman Armstrong announced that next Monday night was the Noise
Abatement Committee meeting at 7:30 o'clock P.M. and on June 12 a citizens'
neighborhood meeting would be held at 808 West Acacia Avenue to discuss
airport noise.
C. Mayor Bue advised that the British Caledonian Airways had brought in
a bagpipe band from Scotland and a representative from that airlines asked
for permission to play for the City on next Tuesday at 3:00 o'clock p.m.
Council and Staff agreed that possibly City Hall Mall would be an appro-
priate location for the concert and that the newspapers be notified of this
event.
15. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - None
16. RECESS; At the hour of 9:35 o'clock p.m., the Council recessed to the
Mayor's office for a closed session to discuss potential litigation. At
the hour of 10:40 o'clock p.m., the Council reconvened, all members being
present and answering roll call.
17. ADJOURNMENT
No other business appearing to come before the Council at this session,
motion was made by Councilman Armstrong, seconded by Councilman Siadek,
that the meeting adjourn until Tuesday May 25, 1982 at 6:00 o'clock p.m.,
in the Council Chamber of the City Hall of the City of El Segundo; the
hour of adjournment of this meeting being 10;45 o'clock p.m. Motion
carried.
APPROVED:
illiam D. Bue, Mayor
Respectfully submitted,
Valerie A. Burrowes, City Clerk
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