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1983 JUL 19 CC MINX59 ;1 :MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COTJNCIL July 19, 1983 I CALL TO ORDER The E1 Segundo City Council convened in regular session on Tuesday, July 19, 1983 at 7 :00 o'clock p.m. in the Council Chamber of the E1 Segundo City Hall. II PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was led by Police Captain Clark DeVilbiss. III INVOCATION was delivered by Mr. Alan Phillips, visiting from Liverpool, England. IV ROLL CALL Present: Council Members Armstrong, Johnson, Siadek, Synadinos and Mayor Bue Absent: Council Members None V SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS A. Presentation of the Senior Citizen Housing Feasibility Stud Mr. Nicholas Romaniello, Director of Planning, introduced Consultant Joann Lombardo, who conducted a slide presentation outlining the study's analysis and subsequent recommendations regarding senior citizen housing in E1 Segundo. The study estimated that there are 559 senior rental households in E1 Segundo with housing assistance needs. The study focused much of its attention on new senior housing as a means to meet those needs. Four sites were analyzed; namely, the Imperial School site; the Richmond and Holly site; the Standard and Grand site and the old City Yard site. It was the contention of the study that the City Yard site provided the best location for senior housing because of its proximity to Downtown and the Joslyn Senior Citizen Center, its adequate size which would support a comfortable senior housing program and the fact that it is City owned which would enhance the financial feasibility. An architect designed 4 proposed site plans for a senior housing project utilizing the City Yard and portions of its surrounding areas. The 4 site plans ranged in total development costs from $1,668,000 to $5,299,800. The study did not make any specific recommendations regarding financing of the site plans but noted some of the options; namely, Federal Government Section 202, Community Development Block Grants, Mortgage Revenue Bonds and Gann revenue. The rents collected from the seniors would serve to reimburse the City for its initial costs. Ms. Lombardo then answered the Council's questions regarding the proposed rental rates to be charged the seniors with $250 being the average. Using that average figure, the reimbursement time to the City (including the principal and interest) would be 17 years. In response to Councilman Siadek's question regarding who would determine the criteria that would be used in approving applicants for the housing project, Ms. Lombardo pointed out that the only financing option that would impose constraints would be under Section 202. All of the other financing programs were using City funds so the City would determine the guidelines. X59104 Councilman Johnson then recommended the Council commend Ms. Lombardo in writing for the fine job she did in preparing the senior housing study. Councilman Johnson asked the Council to consider placing a measure on the November election ballot to ask the people for permission to use the Gann excess funds for a senior citizen housing project. Stated the paperwork to do this would have to be approved at the next regular council meeting in order to qualify for the consoli- dation with the School Board election on November 8. After discussion, motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Johnson, that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare the resolutions necessary to call an election asking the electorate to vote on use of Gann funds for senior citizen housing. Motion carried by unanimous vote. VI REPORTS OF COMMITTEES A. Consideration of selecting an alignment for the South Bay Corridor Transit Service. Councilman Johnson reported that the Los Angeles County Transit Commission had selected two primary routes for rail transit study and will select one more route for consideration for funding. Stated the South Bay would be in competition with a number of other jurisdictions and, therefore, it is necessary for concurrence of choice. Presented a map indicating five possible routes throughout the South Bay area and recommended Route 1 as first choice, Route 1 and 3 combined as second choice and Route 3 as third choice. Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilwoman Synadinos that Councilman Johnson's recommendations be approved. Motion carried with Councilman Armstrong abstaining from voting. B. Designation of Voting Delegate and Alternate for League of California Cities Conference - October 2 -5. 1983 By mutual consent of the Council, Councilman Johnson was designated as the official voting delegate and Mayor Bue chosen as his alternate for subject conference. C. Airport Matters Councilman Armstrong reported he had spoken in opposition to the six points of helicopter regulations that had been recommended by the Airport to the Board of Airport Commissioners. Stated one Commission member moved to table the matter until E1 Segundo's objections could be considered. Advised that the Coast Guard was familiar with the complaints from El Segundo and would make every effort to comply with the wishes of the City. Further reported that beginning today, Runway 25R will be closed for five days, which means flights during that time will be on runways closest to El Segundo, but after that time the southernmost runways will be closed for one year. Advised he received a report on the possibility of an experimental flight of the SST at LAX. Council agreed that a strong opposing position should be taken to this proposal. -2- Council Minutes July 19, 1983 X59 -13 The Council generally discussed the problems of helicopter flights over the City and urged residents to report flights over their houses to the Airport and to the Tower, suggesting that the telephone number be put on E1 Segundo's T.V. station; that the Noise Abatement Committee make a presentation to the Commission and the Council lobby against the flights. Councilwoman Synadinos advised she had docu- mentation and photographs that could be presented to the Commission as evidence of the many infractions of the rules. D. Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG Councilwoman Synadinos reported she attended a corridor traffic systems management corridor study, the purpose of which was to compile data on suggestions for traffic improvements, road improve- ments, new streets, etc., for a computer program to find what could be done to improve the traffic in the area. Stated the Washington Street corridor (Imperial to Grand) had been suggested as a study area and since the criteria was to not include controversial areas, she suggested this corridor be removed from the computer run. Also stated she asked that the projection of a new street through the commercial district be tentatively removed from the run for the same reason as being controversial and asked the Council members their opinions. Council agreed that these areas were controversial and should not be included in the computer run. E. Economic Base Committee Councilman Siadek stated a meeting would be held tomorrow night and more recommendations would be forthcoming after that meeting. VII ORAL COMMUNICATIONS A. Mr. Mike Orstein, Director of Marketing and Promotion for the Los Angeles Raiders, stated he noticed the painting of the City's water tower and asked the Council to consider allowing painting the Raider's logo on the tower at the team's expense. Presented drawings of the proposed design. Director of Public Works Glickman stated he saw no problems with this, in fact the project was short on funds. Councilman Johnson suggested that the Raiders pay ten percent of the total cost for painting the tower. Mr. Orstein stated he would need approvel of the team's owners and would take this proposal to them. After further discussion, the consensus of the Council was to approve the arrangement if the Raiders would provide ten percent of the total cost of painting. B. Mr. Charles La Fleur, 420 Richmond Street, thanked the Council for taking action to use the Gann funds for senior citizen housing, and asked for a show of support by the seniors present. Commended the Council and stated the seniors would do their best in getting out the vote for this project. C. Mr. Frank Yoder, 2300 East Imperial Highway, representing Pacific Telephone Company, stated the Senate passed cable deregu- lation bill SB S. 66, which will require Cable T.V. to be regulated by the states to go into two -way telecommunications, such as data transmissions. Stated Pacific Telephone recommends that Cable T.V. be regulated at State and Federal level in the provision of non - broadcast services only. Stated that unregulated non - broadcast services would further erode those services that are required to provide universal telephone service at low costs. Recommended the Council adopt a resolution to oppose unfair competition to protect universal telephone service. -'- Council Minutes July 19, 1983 X 597.1 VIII CONSENT CALENDAR Requests were made to discuss items C and G. Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Siadek and seconded by Councilman Johnson that the balance of the items on the Consent Calendar be approved as recommended. Motion carried. A. Minutes of the Adjourned Regular Meeting of the City Council Held June 2, 1983 APPROVED AS WRITTEN B. Warrants Nos. 79970 - 80140 on Demand Register Summary No. 1 in total amount of $889,757.70, and Expense Checks Nos. 4131 - 4157 on Expense Check Register No. l in total amount of $7,745.99. RATIFIED AND APPROVED D. State Alcoholic Beverage Control, application from Francy Wine Imports, Inc., 2241 E. Grand Avenue, for Premise /Premise trans- fer of Beer and Wine Wholesaler /Importer RECEIVED AND FILED E. State Alcoholic Beverage Control, application from Wines R Us, 2241 E. Grand Avenue, Space "C ", for new application of Beer and Wine Wholesaler /Importer. RECEIVED AND FILED F. Recommendation to accept work in connection with replacement of Sports Lighting at Recreation Park, Project No. 83 -1 ACCEPTED AS COMPLETED SATISFACTORILY BY M K CONSTRUCTORS, INC. AS OF JUNE 28, 1983 H. Application from Xerox Corporation for a "billboard" (illuminated sign) to be installed at 101 Continental Blvd. (formerly known as the Continental Building) APPROVED REQUEST FOR PERMIT TO ERECT SIGN IX CALL ITEMS FROM CONSENT CALENDAR C. State Alcoholic Beverage Control, application from Out to Lunch, 100 No. Sepulveda Blvd., for new application of On Sale Beer and Wine Eating Place. Councilwoman Synadinos stated she understood it would be necessary to have a Conditional Use Permit prior to the issuance of a license. Acting City Manager Northcraft stated the Conditional Use Permit had been issued in April so that requirement has been met. Councilwoman Synadinos moved and Councilman Syadek seconded that the application be received and filed. On roll call, said motion carried by unanimous vote. G. Claim for flood damages from Alice Peterson, Inc. Mr. Bergman, attorney for Alice Peterson,.Inc. stated that this was the fourth time this business has been flooded due to a poor storm drain system. Stated that on 3 previous occasions the City accepted responsibility and compensated the company accordingly. Requested payment for damages and that the storm drain be repaired in due time. Mayor Bue stated the Council would consider this claim during closed session following this portion of the meeting. -4- Council Minutes July 19, 1983 V..5 9 ; �-) X WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS A. Request from Pacific Telephone to oppose portions of U.S. Senate Bill S. 66 as it relates to telephone service Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Johnson, that the following resolution, entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 3215 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, OPPOSING U.S SENATE BILL S. 66 which was read be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Johnson, Siadek and Mayor Bue Noes: Council Members Armstrong and Synadinos Absent: Council Members None RECESS At the hour of 8:55 o'clock p.m., the Mayor declared a short recess. At the hour of 9:00 o'clock p.m. the Council reconvened, all members being present and answering roll call. XI REPORTS OF OFFICERS A. Acting City Manager Northcraft 1. Report on development of special committee for 1984 Olympics Presented subject report on preparations the City has made for the Olympic games. Stated the Library had been designated for gathering and desiminating information about the games; that a traffic report is being prepared by the Olympic Organizing Committee, which will be available later this year. Advised that a committee of City department heads will meet in August to review potential problems and will report further after that meeting. 2. Plan Checker position for Building Safety Department Advised that efforts to find contract plan checkers to alleviate the heavy backlog in the department had not been successful and, therefore, recommended that one permanent Plan Checker Position be added to the department using funds from the Professional and Technical Account. Building Director Dalgleish responded to Council inquiries, advising the necessity for the additional person and it may also be necessary to utilize outside contract plan checkers from time to time to reduce the turnaround times as the work load dictates. Councilman Armstrong asked if the department could live with contract employees until the mid year budget review is held, and discussion was held on working a second shift. After further discussion, motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Johnson, that one additional Plan Checker position be added to the Building Safety Department, and that funds in amount of $36,590 be transferred from Account 330068 to Account 330011. On roll call said motion carried by the following vote: -5- Council Minutes July 19, 1983 Ayes: Council Members Johnson, Siadek and Mayor Bue Noes: Council Members Armstrong and Synadinos Absent: Council Members None 3. Inclusion of Police Lieutenants in the Management - Confidential Series Presented a proposal to transfer the classification of Police Lieutenant from Police Safety Service Series to Management - Confidential Series with a five percent across the board increase, plus 1.25 percent as compensation until the next salary increase in October, 1984, plus 4.75 percent equity adjustment to make the position competitive. Advised that the money was available for this transfer in the Salary Reserve Fund. Recommended approval. Motion was made by Councilman Johnson, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that the following resolution, entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 3216 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA PROVIDING FOR THE INCLUSION OF POLICE LIEUTENANTS IN THE MANAGEMENT /CONFIDENTIAL SERIES. which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried by unanimous vote. 4. Inclusion of Police Service Officers and Cadets in the General Government Series Presented a proposal to transfer subject classifications from the Police Safety Series to the General Government Series, with a 6 percent cost of living increase, the same as granted other employees in this group, plus adjustments in benefits to bring the classifications under the guidelines of the General Government Series rather than the Police Safety Series. Advised that CLOCEA, the representation unit for General Government employees had concurred with this change. Recommended approval. Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Johnson, that the following resolution, entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 3217 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA AMENDING SECTIONS 1A3.025, 1A3.030, 1A3.100, 1A3.125, 1A5.027, and 1A5.028 OF THE EL SEGUNDO ADMINISTRATIVE CODE RELATING TO THE INCLUSION OF POLICE SERVICE OFFICER AND POLICE CADET IN THE GENERAL GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATION UNIT AND DELE- TION FROM THE POLICE REPRESENTATION UNIT which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried by unanimous vote. Council Minutes July 19, 1983 k59 5. Joint Powers Agreement with South Bay Cities to form South Bay Service Delivery Area under Job Training Partnership Act (JTPA) Advised the Job Training Partnership Act would provide a way for the City to continue hiring temporary part -time personnel through a federally funded program, somewhat similar to the present CETA program which expires September 30, 1983. Stated that the Council previously had authorized filing an application to form a Service Delivery Area under this Act jointly with seven other South Bay cities. Presented a Joint Powers Agreement to this effect for Council approval. Also advised the application requires the appointment of a private industry counsel. After discussion, the Council nominated Mr. Herbert Pagel, former president of the E1 Segundo Chamber of Commerce. Motion was made by Councilman Johnson, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that the following resolution be adopted. RESOLVED, that that certain form of Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement Between the Cities of E1 Segundo, Gardena, Hawthorne, Hermosa Beach, Inglewood, Lawndale, Manhattan Beach and Redondo Beach, expressing intent to become a part of a consortium for delivery of services under the Job Training Partnership Act (JTPA), presented to this Council on this date, be and the same is hereby approved, and after execu- tion 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 Mr. Herbert Pagel be and he is hereby appointed to serve as the City of El Segundo representative on the Private Industry Council, 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. Councilwoman Synadinos stated she thought the representative should be a resident of the City. On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Armstrong, Johnson, Siadek and Mayor Bue Noes: Council Members None Abstain: Councilwoman Synadinos Absent: Council Members None B. City Attorney Dolley 1. Revision to agreement with Continental Development Co Presented subject agreement for Council approval containing changes in wording from the agreement approved by the Council on May 3, 1983. Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Johnson, that the following resolution be adopted: -7- Council Minutes July 19, 1983 RESOLVED, that that certain form of Agreement between the City of E1 Segundo and Continental Development Corporation, dated July 19, 1983, re- quiring indemnification and insurance in connection with certain landscaped median islands on Nash and Douglas Streets, 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 El 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. On roll call, said motion carried by unanimous vote. The City Attorney announced he would like to speak to the Council in closed session regarding a matter of litigation. C. Director of Public Works Glickman 1. Construction of two Storm Drain Pump Stations, No. 15 at Franklin Ave. and Arena Street and No. 19 at E1 Segundo Blvd. and Standard Street Advised that Plant No. 15 lacked adequate capacity, resulting in floods in the area during the heavy rainy seasons and recently required emergency repairs to the worn pumps and motors. Reported that Plant No. 19 would be a new facility to take care of the run off that is now discharged through the Chevron Refinery system. Advised that Chevron had permitted the City this privilege for many years, and now the company is being cited because the flows are greater than allowed under its permit. Reported that staff's investigation into forming assessment districts to pay for subject facilities, indicated the assessments are based on the benefits received, which in this case would be difficult to determine, and would require an election for service to an industrial section that contains very few voters, so the outcome would be questionable. Further advised that funds had been included in the Capital Improvement Budget for these projects. Recommended that the Plans and Specifications be approved and authorization given to advertise for bids. Councilman Armstrong stated he would like all the Public Works projects deferred until December when funding could be better determined. Motion was made by Councilman Johnson, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that Plant No. 19 be approved and Plant No. 15 be deferred until later this year. -8- Council Minutes July 19, 1983 X5 9 ; 9 Director of Public Works advised that Plant No. 15 served the area in which the City has received a claim for flood damages, and the Council may want to reconsider the item in closed session. Thereafter, motion was made and carried that the aforesaid motion and second be withdrawn and this item be considered after dis- cussion in closed session. 2. Proposal of Boyle Engineering Corporation for design of a Hydroelectric Generating Facility Advised that proposals had been received from seven engineering firms for design of subject plant, that staff reviewed the pro- posals and recommended the Boyle Engineering proposal be accepted and that authorization be given staff to negotiate an agreement for the services. Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Mayor Bue, that an agreement be negotiated with Boyle Engineering Corporation for subsequent approval by the Council. On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Johnson, Siadek, Synadinos and Mayor Bue Noes: Councilman Armstrong Absent: Council Members None 3. Modification to traffic signals at Sepulveda and E1 Segundo Boulevards - Project No 83 -4 Presented bids for subject project, as follows: Name Amount of Bid Steiny & Co. $ 3,568.00 Signal Maintenance, Inc. 4,271.70 Superior Signal Service 4,996.00 Recommended acceptance of the low bid. Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Johnson, that the low bid of Steiny & Company in the amount of $3,568.00 be accepted for modifications to traffic signals at the intersection of Sepulveda and E1 Segundo Boulevards, and that a purchase order be issued in said amount to said company. Motion carried by unanimous vote. XII UNFINISHED BUSINESS City Attorney Dolley presented the following ordinance, entitled: ORDINANCE NO. 1053 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, CERTIFYING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT AND ADOPTING PRECISE PLAN NO. 83 -1 FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 325 -333 RICHMOND STREET WITHIN SAID CITY 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 said ordinance be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried by unanimous vote. -9- Council Minutes July 19, 1983 A5980 XIII XI V NEW BUSINESS A. Councilman Siadek asked what the disposition was regarding the U.S.A. Daily News stands. City Attorney Dolley advised this matter would be discussed in closed session. B. The Mayor inquired about the weed abatement program, that residents are complaining of the problems. Asked the City Attorney to check into establishing a better system, a more expeditious manner of handling this problem. C. The Mayor announced he would be on vacation for a week and he understood that Mayor pro tem Armstrong may be out of town at the same time. Asked for Council decision on who would act in his place while away from the City. Motion was made by Mayor Bue, seconded by Councilman Armstrong, that Councilman Johnson be delegated to act on behalf of the Mayor during absence of the Mayor and Mayor pro tem. Motion carried. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS A. Mr. G. Roger Siegal recited from the Bible. RECESS At the hour of 10 :20 o'clock p.m., the Council recessed to the Mayor's Office to discuss matters of litigation in closed session. At the hour of 10:40 o'clock p.m, the Council reconvened, all members being present and answering roll call. CALL ITEMS FROM CONSENT CALENDAR G. Claim for flood damages from Alice Peterson, Inc. 212 Eucalyptus Drive Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Armstrong, that subject claim for damages be denied. Motion carried. DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS 1. Construction of Storm Drain Pump Stations No 15 and 19 Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Mayor Bue that Plans and Specifications for Storm Drain Pump Stations No. 15 and 19 be approved and staff be authorized to advertise for bids. On roll call said motion failed by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Siadek and Mayor Bue Noes: Council Members Johnson and Synadinos Abstain: Councilman Armstrong Absent: Council Members None Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Johnson, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that construction of Plant No. 19 be approved and the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that "SPECIFICATION No. 82 -23" and "NOTICE INVITING BIDS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF STORM DRAIN PUMP STATION NO. 19 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 -10- council Pfinutes July 19, 1983 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, August 30, 1983. On roll call, said motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Johnson, Siadek, Synadinos and Mayor Bue Noes: Council Members None Abstain: Councilman Armstrong Absent: Council Members None XV ADJOURNMENT No further business appearing to come before the Council at this session, the Mayor declared the meeting adjourned, time of adjournment being 10 :50 o'clock p.m. Respectfully submitted, Valerie A. Burrowes, City Clerk APPROVED: William D. Bue, Mayor x591 -11- Council Minutes July 19, 1983