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1983 FEB 01 CC MINMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL February 1, 1983 I 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. II PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was led by the Director of Planning Nicholas Romaniello III INVOCATION was delivered by Pastor Lawrence Swain, of the First Baptist Church. IV ROLL CALL Present: Council Members Armstrong, Johnson, Siadek, Synadinos and Mayor Bue Absent: Council Members None V SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS A. Hearing on proposed amendments to the Housing Element of the General Plan The Mayor announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed for subject hering and inquired if .proper notice of the hearing had been given. The Clerk replied that an affidavit of publishing was in the City Clerk's file. The Mayor directed that the file become a part of this hearing, and then inquired if any written communications had been received. The Clerk advised that none had been received in the City Clerk's office. Planning Director Romaniello reported a 15- member committee, appointed by the Council, had worked to put together the Housing Element for this City in accordance with State Mandates. In answer to questions regarding reimbursement for costs for this State mandated program, Acting City Attorney Dolley stated he would check into this. City Manager Jones stated the costs recoverable under SB 90 would be minimal for preparing the plan, which money is available in the State budget as of this time. Acting City Attorney Dolley presented a resolution approving the revised Housing Element and certifying the Negative Declaration prepared for the project. Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Johnson, that the following resolution, entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 3188 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AND ADOPTING A REVISED HOUSING ELEMENT OF THE G$LVf,RAL PLAN which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried by unanimous vote. B. Proclamation NATIONAL _CRIME PREVENTION WEEK, February 6-12 1983 The Mayor read the proclamation and urged all citizens to participate in this worthwhile endeavor. Captain Clark Devilbiss of the E1 Segundo Police Department accepted the proclamation. X346 B. Expansion of building at 500 Nash Street under terms of Building Moratorium in the M -2 zone Planning Director Romniello reported that subject plan was in conformance with the new regulations of the M-2 zone and that it met requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act. Advised the Commission recommended approval of the plan. Motion was made by Councilman Armstrong, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that the proposed expansion of the building at 500 Nash Street be approved. Motion carried by unanimous vote. VI REPORTS OF COMMITTEES A. Noise Armstrong, appointed carried. Abatement Committee. Motion was made by Councilman seconded by Councilman Siadek, that Helen Capo be to serve on the Noise Abatement Committee. Motion B. Cable Television Advisory Committee. Motion was made by Councilman Johnson, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that Evelyn Sichi and LaVonne Sorensen-Jackson be appointed to subject committee for 2- year terms and Wendy Ring be appointed for a four year term. Motion carried. C. Airport Noise Committee. Councilman Armstrong asked for volunteers. Announced a meeting on February 2 to ratify, disapprove, or approve the 31 variances from noise standards. D. Hyperion Treatment Plant. Councilman Armstrong reported that Mayor Bue, Councilwoman Synadinos and other citizens toured the plant to see th progress of the HERS project. E. South Bay Regional Public Communications Project. Councilwoman Synadinos reported on a meeting regarding pre - planning for next year's budget, the possible withdrawal of Redondo Beach was discussed, and the effect this would have on the remaining cities. F. Trolleyway. Councilwoman Synadinos reported on a study session in Redondo Beach on possible abandonment of the Santa Fe railroad tracks for a trolleyway. Stated a speaker, who had been involved in negotiations for the abandonment of a railroad in the Monterey Peninsula area, enlightened the Council members in attendance of what problems were involved. Stated no decisions were made and that it was unfortunate that Manhattan Beach was not represented G. Proposition 'A' Transportation Committee. Councilman Johnson reported that a representative from the RTD advised that the District was making a Ridersharing Needs Study in the cities of Redondo Beach, Hermosa Beach, E1 Segundo, Manhattan Beach, Hawthorne and Lawndale; that a report was given on the transit service available; projected improvements for the future; best uses of Proposition 'A' funds; and that these funds would be about $30,000 less than originally expected. H. South Bay Cities Meeting. Councilman Johnson reported 17 cities were representated, discussion were had regarding interurban bus service between the cities and a committee was appointed to conduct a study. Stated the Trolley system was discussed and the results of the survey taken by Manhattan Beach indicated the majority of responses were in favor of having a trolleyway. I. Councilman Siadek suggested that at the next Council meeting the Chairman or Vice-chairman of the Economic Base Study committee give an interim report on the progress of the study. Mayor Bue announced that Police Chief James Johnson had been installed as president of the Los Angeles County Peace Officers Association, replacing John Van de Camp. Extended his congratula- tions to Chief Johnson -2- Council Minutes February 1, 1983 /` , ;;''R 4 1 J. Mayor Bue reported that Congressman Dymally had called a meeting concerning corridor studies picked task force relating to the Job Training Partnership Act (JTPA) of 1982, to establish a new employ- ment system replacing CETA which will phase out in October. Advised Inglewood was advocating that adjoining cities form a group, a consortium of at least 200,000 population, and that E1 Segundo may wish to join that group rather than one the City of Torrance is forming. Stated the new law establishes a State Job Training Coor- dinating Council to advise and oversee the delivery of services at the State level, the first action would be recommending substate service delivery areas. Further advised that staff is looking into this program. Mayor Bue K. Independent Cities Association. / Reported the group was working with the League of California Cities regarding tax equity issues in Los Angeles County, that communication with the League on important legislation is ongoing; and animal control service comparisons were being made between contract and independent cities. Recommended that E1 Segundo continue membership in the Association. VII ORAL COMMUNICTIONS A. Mrs. Pearl Stevens, 608 Illinois Court, inquired about some aspectes of the Housing Element and stated she didn't want the State to tell E1 Segundo what to do with its housing. B. Mr. Dennis Martin, 836 East Grand Avenue, asked the Council and the City Manager to read the book, "One Minute Manager." Invited the Council to attend a Valentines celebration on February 17 at the High School and spoke of computers for education. Questioned the propriety of members in the Econommic Base Study Group who are not citizens of E1 Segundo and those who have vested interests in the City. Further criticized the recent publication of the E1 Segundo Citizens Newsletter. C. Mr. Jim Carr, 947 Cedar Street, referred to 8 or 10 options listed for consideration by the Advisory Committee for the Housing Element of the General Plan.- Councilwoman Synadinos, former member of that committee,. responded to Mr. Carr's inquiries, that the options had been considered but the majority of the members felt they would not be appropriate for this community. VIII CONSENT CALENDAR Requests were made to discuss Items C and D. Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Johnson, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that the balance of the items on the Consent Calendar be approved as recommended. Motion carried. A. Warrants Nos. 78014 - 78159 on Demand Register Summary No. 14 in total amount of $661,683.37 Ratified and approved B. State Alcoholic Beverage Control application for sale of Beer and Wine at Eating Place, 142 Richmond Street from William Field Received a..J filed -- Ix CALL ITEMS FROM CONSENT CALENDAR C. State Alcoholic Beverage Control application for license for Sale of Beer and Wine at Eating Place, M & I Cutting Board, 2222 East Imperial Highway from Kevin Tai -Kvu Kang and Curtis Young Hwan Kim -3- Council Minutes February 1, 1983 l City Manager Jones advised that the New M -1 zoning regulations call for a Conditional Use Permit prior to operating subject estab- lishment. Stated the State Alcoholic Beverage Control office had been contacted and had indicated it would withhold issuance of the license until the CUP is issued. Planning Director Romaniello advised that the applicant had applied for the permit. Motion was made by Councilman Armstrong, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that the State ABC office be notified of the City's regulation. Motion carried. D. Bid No. 82-18 for various items of video electronic equipment City Manager Jones explained that the School District would contri- bute some of the cost for the items, which would reduce the total cost to the City from $19,842.13 to $10,950.73. Councilwoman Synadinos asked if a status report, regarding amount of money received, spent, and what is left could be provided. Assistant to the City Manager Northcraft advised this would be prepared. Motion was made by Councilwoman Synadinos, seconded by Councilman Johnson, that the low bids for 2 portable lights and one character generator from Instant Replay Equipment be rejected as not meeting bid specifications, and the low bids for each item from six vendors be accepted as the lowest resposible bids in total amount of $19,842.13 including sales tax. Motion carried. A WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS A. Mrs. -Neva C. Renfro, request for action regarding bicycle riding on sidewalks The Mayor read Mrs. Renfro's letter. The City Manager stated it was legal to ride a bicycle on residential area sidewalks. Councilman Armstrong stated the Safety Commission puts on a program of bike safety every year. The Mayor asked staff to respond to Mrs. Renfro's letter. B. Report on trial use of the Compu-U-Vend, coin operated computer at the library City Librarian Kirby reported that designated as a free month to give personnel and patrons on the usage the best ways for control. Council concurred. the Month of February had been the Library time to train library of the machine and to establish C. Repeal of resolution adopted in 1942 relating to relocation of Japanese residents Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Johnson that the unnumbered resolution, adopted by the E1 Segundo City Council on June 30, 1943, concerning the return of Japanese Nationals and persons of Japanese descent, to the State of California and the Coast Area, be rescinded. Motion carried by unanimous vote. %I REPORTS OF OFFICERS A. City Manager Jones Ordinance regarding removal and disposal of do¢ feces Reported this was the Bag and Shovel ordinance making it unlaw- ful to walk a dog in the City without some kind of container to dispose of deposits the dog may make on public or private property. -4- Council Minutes February 1, 1983 1 :i"R49 Acting City Attorney Dolley presented subject ordinance, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 9.04 OF THE EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING SECTION 9.04.040 THERETO RELATING TO THE REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL OF DOG FECES FROM PUBLIC AND PRIVATE PROPERTY which title was read. Upon motion duly made and carried, further reading of said ordinance was waived. Thereafter, the ordinance was introduced by Councilman Siadek. 2. Ordinance prohibiting nudity on the E1 Segundo Beach Advised that nude bathing was prohibited on most County beaches, except E1 Segundo had not adopted an ordinance to this effect. Presented an ordinance patterned after the County's ordinance, which would allow enforcement in the E1 Segundo beach area. Acting City Attorney Dolley presented subject ordinance, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 13.08 OF THE EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING SECTION 13.08.360 THERETO RELATING TO NUDITY AND DISROBING which title was read. Upon motion duly made and carried, further reading of said ordinance was waived. T>ereafter, the ordinance was introduced by Councilman Armstrong. 3 Midyear revisions to the 1982-83 Operating Budget Presented the Mid-Year Budget Review and Adjustments, dated January 26, 1983, prepared by the Director of Finance. Stated the purpose was to adjust and transfer sufficient funds to accounts that would otherwise be deficient prior to the end of this fiscal year. In summarizing, reported that revenues will exceed the previous esti- mates by $2,144,291, and adjustments to the various departmental accounts would amount to an additional $112,367, less $1,200 deleted for window washing services. Councilman Siadek questioned the 20 percent difference in estimates from the original to the Mid -year point. Councilwoman Synadinos spoke of the Gann Funds being placed in a Special Account as the measure was passed at the November 2, 1982 election, and thought the interest accrued from these funds should also be placed in this account, rather than in the General Fund. The Mayor stated he understood that the interest would be used for General Fund expenses. After further discussion, motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Johnson, that the Mid -Year Budget adjustments in total amount of $111,167.00 and the Report, dated January 26 1983, as hereinabove amended, be approved. Motion carried by unanimous vote. 4. Purchase of plate maker for Print. Sh -p Advised that this had been included -in the 1981 -82 budget, but was overlooked in the carry over to the 1982-83 budget. Stated the 3-M Company model best suited the needs of tFie City and the promo- tional sale now in effect would bring the cost down considerably to $6,020.68, including tax and delivery. Recommended that normal bid- ding procedures be waived, authorization given to purchase from the 3M Company, $6,021 be allocated from the Unappropriated Reserves of the General Fund and the old unit be sold by sealed bid. Councilman Armstrong stated he disapproved waiving normal bidding procedures and Councilman Siadek noted that he was also against unnecessary spending. -5- Council Minutes February 1, 1983 � - 15,q 5f) After further discussion, motion was made by Councilman Johnson, seconded by Mayor Bue, that the City Manager's recommendations be approved, and a purchase order be issued to the 3 -M Company for one plate maker. Motion carried by unanimous vote. The City Manager asked to meet with the Council in closed session to discuss two legal matters and discussion of meeting and conferring matters. B. Director of Public Works Glickman I. Completion of Project No. 82-16, replacement of the Hot Water Boiler at the City Library Advised that subject project had been completed satisfactorily on January 13, 1983 by Air-Ex Air Conditioning, Inc, and Notice of Completion had been filed with the County Recorder. Recommended acceptance of the project. Motion was made by Councilman Armstrong, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that subject project be accepted as satisfactorily complete in accordance with Specification No. 82-16, as of January 13, 1983. Motion carried. 2. Plans and Specifications No. 82-21, cleaning of sanitary sewer force mains Advised that it was proposed to clean seven lines which had never been cleaned since installation of the lines, at an estimated cost of $18,000, funds for which had been included in the current budget. Recommended approval of the Specifications and authorization to advertise for bids, to be received March I, 1983. Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Armstrong, that the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that SPECIFICATION NO. 82-21, and NOTICE INVITING BIDS FOR CLEANING OF SEWER FORCE MAINS 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 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 a.m., Tuesday March 1, 1983. On roll call, said motion carried by unanimous vote. 3. Experimental Traffic Control Advised that an article was recently published prematurely in the Hughes Newspaper Bulletin, indicating the City was planning on using officers in an experiment of traffic control. Stated that staff was working with the Police Department, with Mr. Villegas, the City's Traffic Engineer, and the E1 Segundo Employers' Association, to develop a planned experiment of placing officers on the streets in certain critical locations, for a couple weeks, to expedite traffic. Reported that financial help from local companies was being consid- ered, as well as help of traffic control officers from the City of Los Angeles. Stated a full report would be made to the Council before any experiment would be conducted. -6- Council Minutes February 1, 1983 XII UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. Ordinance increasing Plan Check fees Acting City Attorney Dolley presented subject ordinance, entitled: ORDINANCE NO. 1045 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 16.04 (BUILDING CODE) OF THE EL SEGUNDO MUNICI- PAL CODE BY AMENDING SECTION 16.04.075 THEREOF, RELATING TO BUILDING PERMIT AND PLAN CHECK FEES 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 Councilman Siadek, that Ordinance No. 1045 be adopted. Motion carried by unanimous vote. XIII NEW BUSINESS - None XIV ORAL COMMUNICATIONS A. Mr. Dennis Martin, 836 East Grand Avenue, offerred comments and recommendations for improving the City of E1 Segundo's Citizens' Newsletter "E1 Segundo Reports." B. Mr. Clifford Dent, urged the Council to make a decision regard- ing the interest accrued from the Gann Surplus funds, that he thought the interest did not belong to the City, it belonged to the residents of the City along with the Gann money. C. Mrs. Ruth Bixler, 733 West Pine Avenue, stated she did not know bicycles could be ridden on the sidewalks anywhere. Suggested sending out an information pamphlet for the public's information. Mayor Bue suggested it be included in the next City Newsletter. The Council concurred. XV RECESS - At the hour of 8:55 o'clock p.m., the Council recessed to the Mayor's office for a closed session. At the hour of 9:40 o'clock p.m. the Council reconvened, all members being present and answering roll call. XVI ADJOURNMENT No other business appearing to come before the Council at this session, the Mayor declared the meeting adjourned in memory of two long time citizens of E1 Segundo, Mr. Lee Berggren and Mr. Carmelo Motta, the hour of adjournment being 9:45 o'clock p.m. APPROVED William D. Bue, Mayor Respectfully submitted, i Valerie A. Burrowes, City Clerk -7- Council Minutes February 1, 1983 I F