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1984 OCT 02 CC MINX 63� MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL October 2, 1984 I. CALL TO ORDER The E1 Segundo City Council convened in regular session on Tuesday, October 2, 1984 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber of the E1 Segundo City Hall. II. THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was led by Mr. Ken Sproul, President of the Chamber of Commerce. III. THE INVOCATION was delivered by Fr. Richard Duval of St. Michael's Episcopal Church. IV. ROLL CALL Present: Councilmembers Jacobson, Schuldt, Siadek, Synadinos, and Mayor Armstrong Absent: Councilmembers None V. PRESENTATION A. Presentation of Proclamation declaring October 7 - 14, 1984 as DISABLED ARTISTS WEEK. Mayor Armstrong read the proclamation declaring the week of October 7 - 14, 1984 as DISABLED ARTISTS WEEK. The Proclamation was received by Mr. Myron Yates, President of the Municipal Fine Arts Committee of the Friends of the Library. B. Presentation of Proclamation declaring October 8 - 14, 1984 as FIRE PREVENTION WEEK. Councilwoman Synadinos read the Proclamation declaring October 8 - 14, 1984 as FIRE PREVENTION WEEK. The Proclamation was accepted by Fire Marshal James Farley. C. Presentation of Proclamation declaring October 14 - 20, 1984 as TRAFFIC SAFETY WEEK. Councilman Jacobson read the Proclamation declaring October 14 - 20, 1984 as TRAFFIC SAFETY WEEK. i The Proclamation was accepted by Police Sergeant Barkd ahl. VI. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES A. CITY SEAL Council asked Mr. Myron Yates of the Fine Arts Committee if the Committee thought the City Seal could be re- designed? Mr. Yates asked for a directive from the Council. Did it want a new City Seal or the reinstatement of the legal seal (1952). VI REPORTS OF COMMITTEES A. CITY SEAL (continued) Mr. Yates informed the Council that it the Council wanted a new seal, the Fine Arts Committee would initiate a contest, it not, they would proceed as directed by the Council. The Council discussed keeping the old City Seal which represents the air space, the refinery and the residential areas. Mr. Yates advised that he could have recommendations on the City Seal at the next regular Council meeting. B. SOUTH BAY CITIES ASSOCIATION Councilman Schuldt reported that he had attended the meeting on Thursday, September 27, 1984 at which an update on the Light Rail route was presented. Mr. Richard stringer will arrange to make a pre- sentation to the Council on the proposed route in the E1 Segundo area. Councilman Schuldt also asked the Council to consider whether they wanted to take a stand on Proposition 36. He added that the South bay Cities Association voted in opposition to Proposition 36. The Council unanimosly agreed not to take a position on this issue. C. LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES CONFERENCE Mayor Armstrong advised that some City personnel and three Council members had attended meetings on Sunday through Tuesday; that many of the sessions seemed to be time consuming, but there was merit in the person to person interchange of similar City problems that are encountered and believed it was worthwhile. D. Guidelines for Industrial /Commercial use of Recreation and Parks Facilities Mayor Armstrong asked the Director of Recreation and Parks if sufficient guidelines had been given for the special committee to proceed. Director Ruis advised he thought they were adequate. Commissioner Richard Croxall advised that the special committee's recommendations were that the Council adopt a set of guidelines for industrial recreational facilities including the recommenda- tions of the Recreation and Parks Commission. Councilwoman Synadinos stated she thought there was a need for recreational facilities on the east side of Sepulveda where vacant land is available. Sug- gested that developers may prefer to set aside money for developing a public park rather than including the recreational requirements on their own property. Council discussed this further and suggestions were made that this be included in the guidelines and worked into the element of the General Plan. -2- Council Minutes October 2, 1984 X 6 "iF:I X 63"d c� VII. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS A. Mr. Doug. Ring, 1200 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, representing the Velvet Turtle Restaurants, asked that the Council permit construction of the restaurant on the foundation already in place as part of the Prudential Towers development. Urged this be done as a matter of vested rights, or as a matter of fairness and fair play. B. Mr. Steve Wiley, 731 Hillcrest Street, expressed outrage at the way the Velvet Turtle chose to garne community support in relationship to building the restaurant. C. Mrs. Marie Durkos, 817 Virginia Street, stated she had acquired many signatures in favor of having the Velvet Turtle restaurant in E1 Segundo, that it would cut down on traffic since employees in the Towers would be inclined to prefer lunch at a restaurant on the premises. D. Mr. Art Fagent, 8135 Cabora Street, Playa del Rey, stated his building permit had been rescinded and asked for an explanation. The Mayor announced that the matter would be dis- cussed along with others on this topic under Written Communications. E. Ms. Sharon Miller, 422 East Imperial Ave., stated she disagreed with Mr. Wiley. Ms. Miller urged the Council to vote in favor of the restaurant. F. Mrs. Katie Manson, 341 Concord Street, informed the Council that she thought it was important that the City have another nice restaurant. Also stated thr her thoughts were that the City should keep the of seal. G. Mr. Roger Segal, 1022 East Mariposa Ave., stated that from his experience in hotel living, he has concluded that there is a need in the City for dining facilities in an enjoyable environment; that he felt the Velvet Turtle would be very well received in E1 Segundo. After discussion, motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Schuldt, that staff be directed to find out how the Velvet Turtle can be alllowed to proceed in a legal manner to build its restaurant as planned for the past several years on the free standing pad. After further discussion, Councilwoman Synadinos asked that the vested rights issue be determined, and if the restaurant does not have the right, staff see what options are left available for the restaurant to be built, free standing or otherwise. Councilman Siadek stated he wanted his motion to stand. On roll call,said motion failed by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Siadek and Schuldt Noes: Council Members Jacobson, Synadinos and Mayor Armstrong Absent: Council Members None -3- Council Minutes October 2, 1984 X 6371 Thereafter, Councilwoman Synadinos introduced a new motion to evaluate the situation to see if the Velvet Turtle had vested rights, and if not, staff to advise what alternatives are available for development of the restaurant on the site, but not necessarily on the free standing pad. Councilman Jacobson suggested modifying the motion to direct staff to give Council options on ways for the Velvet Turtle to proceed in case it has been determined the restaurant does not have vested rights. Councilwoman Synadinos accepted the amended motion, after_ which the motion was seconded by Councilman Jacobson and carried unanimously. Mr. Doug Ring advised that as a corporate policy the Velvet Turtle would not operate inside any of the existing buildings, so this could not be considered as one of the options. VIII. CONSENT CALENDAR A MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN JACOBSON, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN SIADEK, AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED that all items on the Consent Calendar be approved, with the exception of items (A), (B), (C), (D) and item (M) for separate discussion. E. Warrant Nos. 84946 - 85108 on Demand Register Summary No. 6 in total amount of $1,353,383.62. RATIFIED AND APPROVED F. Request for Renewal of Agreement with Liebert, Cassidy and Frierson for legal services for employer - employee relations, from 11/1/84 to 10/31/85. ONE YEAR EXTENSION APPROVED G. Request for authorization to conduct Closed Promo- tional Examinations and approval of exam plans for Police Sergeant and Police Lieutenant positions. REQUEST APPROVED H. Claim of Joseph Carrington vs. City of E1 Segundo for personal injuries. DENIED CLAIM I. Claim of Milton R. Stapleton vs. City of E1 Segundo for personal injury. DENIED CLAIM J. Claim of Teukimalealoa Fonua vs. City of E1 Segundo for personal injuries. DENIED CLAIM K. Claim of the Automobile Club of Southern California on behalf of insured, Peggy A. Belmonte vs. City of E1 Segundo for personal damage. DENIED CLAIM -4- Council Minutes October 2, 1984 X63% X. CONSENT CALENDAR (continued) L. Consideration of Statement of Assurances to comply with the Revenue Sharing regulations for Entitlement Period No. 16, October 1, 1984 - September 30, 1985 APPROVED AND THE MAYOR AUTHORIZED TO SIGN ON BEHALF OF THE CITY N. Completion of contract for installation of security lighting at Recreation Park by David - Richards Electric Contractor, Project 84 -9. WORK ACCEPTED AS SATISFACTORILY COMPLETED AS OF SEPTEMBER 21, 1984 O. Claim of Brandon Parsons, a minor vs. City of E1 Segundo for damage. DENIED CLAIM IX. CALL ITEMS FROM CONSENT CALENDAR A. Minutes of the 6:00 P.M. Adjourned Regular City Council Meeting held September 18, 1984. Return to staff for corrections B. Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting held September 18, 1984. Return to staff for corrections C. Minutes of the 4:00 P.M. Adjourned Regular City Council Meeting held September 19, 1984. Return to staff for corrections D. Minutes of the 5:30 P.M. Adjourned Regular City Council Meeting held September 19, 1984 Return to staff for corrections M. Completion of contract for demolition and clearing the former City Maintenance Yard site by Cleveland Wrecking Company, Project 84 -10. Councilman Jacobson questioned whether this contract included removal of dirt from the subject area. Director of Public Works Glickman stated the plans called for removing the buildings in order to make it safe, after which the area would be leveled. IT WAS THEN MOVED BY COUNCILMAN JACOBSON, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN SIADEK, AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED that subject project be accepted as satisfactorily.com- plete in accordance with Specification No. 84 -10, as of September 14, 1984. X. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS A. Mr.-Jim Mitchell, 826 Loma Drive, Hermosa Beach, requesting that Council hear testimony regarding cancelled permits for eight building projects in the city. The letter further requested that Council take approriate action to exempt the eight projects from retroactive compliance with the new parking requirement ordinance. W: Council Minutes October 2, 1984 X'63'"3 X. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS (continued) B. Lee and Chris Sherrill, 321 Whiting Street, stating - they were also adversely affected by the new parking ordinance. C. Spierer, Woodward and Willens, 707 Torrance Blvd., Redondo Beach, attorneys representing the owners of three pieces of property affected by the retroactive application of the new parking ordinance, requesting the projects be made exempt from the provisions. D. Mr. and Mrs. Art Fagent, 8135 Cabora Street, Playa del Rey, stating the adverse affect the new parking ordinance had on their property at 344 Virginia Street, that long planning and the expense of this planning was an extreme hardship. Councilman Siadek advised that the City Attorney had prepared a resolution which would relieve some of the problems the property owners are experiencing because of the retroactiveness of Ordinance No. 1063. MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN SIADEK, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN JACOBSON, AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED that the following resolution, entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 3282 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, SETTING AND DECLARING THE - EFFECTIVE DATE OF ORDINANCE NO. 1063, WHICH SAID ORDINANCE AMENDED THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE WITH RESPECT TO CHAPTER 20.54, PARKING AND LOADING REQUIREMENTS WITHIN THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO which was read in its entirety, be adopted. Mr. Alan West, 313 Virginia Street, apologized to the Staff, and the Building Department in particu- lar, for his behavior upon receipt of the letter denying his permit. Mr. West also thanked the Council for resolving the situation created by the new parking ordinance. Councilwoman Synadinos extended a personal apology to all who were affected by Resolution No. 1063. At the request of Council for clarification, Planning Director Romaniello reported that the Commission's recommendation was that those projects be excluded from the requirements of the ordinance that had been through the EQB, through the Planning Commission review, and had received approval. Mr. Jim Mitchell, 826 Loma Drive, Hermosa Beach, stated that the same problems would come up again and again. Suggested the Council adopt a resolution to determine the point of approval, i.e. EQB, building permit, vested rights, or concrete in the ground; that the Council should decide what is fair as public policy to avoid the problems After further Council discussion, Councilman Siadek asked that the wording suggested by the Planning Commission be put back into the parking ordinance. -6- Council Minutes October 2, 1984 X� 3 ,4 X. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS (continued) At the request of the Council, City Attorney Dolley advised that the Council's concept of deciding in general where the line should be drawn for effectiveness of an ordinance could be handled by adopting a resolution, setting forth the policy, then the staff would know the intended cut off date at the time a new ordinance is adopted. Also advised there may be situations where exceptions to this resolution may apply. Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, to include the language as originally proposed by the Planning Commission to exempt from the parking regulations those projects that have passed the EQB and have had Planning Commission approval, retroactive to September 21, 1984. Said motion was seconded by Council- man Schuldt. City Manager Jones pointed out that this resolves the problem for those projects which have gone through the Planning Commis- sion only and not other projects that do not require Commission action. Further advised there were some 100 projects in process that may be impacted by the ordinance, that Council might expect more protests regarding the problem. Further suggested the situation may be alleviated by making the cut off point the date an application for a building permit is filed. Councilman Siadek then amended his motion, directing staff to prepare a resolution for Council approval similar to the one just adopted, providing that any project be exempt from the new parking ordinance which on or before September 21, 1984 had been submitted for plan check. Motion was seconded by Councilman Schuldt and on roll call, failed by the following vote: Ayes: Council Members Schuldt and Siadek Noes: Council Members Jacobson, Synadinos and Mayor Armstrong Councilwoman Synadinos then moved that the City Attorney be directed to prepare a resolution to clarify the City's stand on what is considered vested interest on changes that may be made in zoning matters in the future. City Clerk Burrowes advised that two more written communica- had been received. El Segundo Chamber of Commerce addressing the issue of Plan Checking review process. Mrs. Claudia A. Gilbert, 535 Eucalyptus Drive, expressing her approval of having the Velvet Turtle restaurant in town. RECESS: At the hour of 9:00 o'clock p.m., the Mayor declared a ten - minute recess. At the hour of 9:10 o'clock p.m., the Council reconvened, all members being present and answering roll call. XI. REPORTS OF OFFICERS A. City Manager Jones I. Recommendation for salary and benefit changes for Management and Confidential employees Mayor Armstrong requested that this item be deferred for further discussion with City management. The City Manager advised that implementation of the changes was normally effective October 1. Council concurred that this date could be adhered to even though action was being deferred. -� Council Minutes October 2, 1984 X 63'75 XI. REPORTS OF OFFICERS A. City Manager (continued) 2. William Hamilton and Associates report of Plan Checking Functions Advised that many of the recommendations in the report had been or are in the process of being implemented. Four recommendations required Council action: Retain a current temporary clerk typist as a permanent position and appropriate $19,846 for salary and benefits. Authorize staff to implement an automated tracking system, either on a stand -alone basis or part of the City -wide system, as soon as the other priority recommendations in the report have been successfully implemented. Authorize staff to check on the feasibility of employing a full -time building and plant maintenance supervisor. Authorize purchase of an office copier for the Building and Safety Department and appropriate $2,835 for purchase and main- tenance during the balance of this fiscal year. Advised that in evaluating the overall balance and expenses for the Plan Checking Permit process, staff found there was a deficit of funding of approximately $88,000 which needs to be recovered by raising Build- ing and Safety Department fees. Stated this would require a 3 -1/2 percent increase in overall plan checking permit fees, plus the addition of certain fees not now charged separately for plan checking in electrical, residential property report fees, plan retention fees, and establishing a separate fee in the Plumbing and Mechanical Code applications. After further discussion, MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN SIADEK, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN SCHULDT, that the report of William Hamilton and Associates of the City's Plan Checking function be approved, and that the aforesaid recommendations of the City Manager be approved. On roll call, said motion carried unanimously. 3. Extension of agreement with R. L. Kautz Company for administering the Liability Claims MOTION WAS MADE BY MAYOR ARMSTRONG, SECONDED BY COUNCILWOMAN SYNADINOS, that the R. L. Kautz contract be extended for one year, commencing November 1, 1984, at an annual fee of $8,000.00. Motion carried unanimously. 4. Appropriations carried -over from Fiscal Year 1983 -84 Presented a report from the Finance Director on outstand- ing purchase orders at the end of the 1983 -84 Fiscal Year. Recommended the Council authorize reappropriation of funds from 1983 -84 to 1984 -85, summarized as follows: -8- Council Minutes October 2, 1984 X631; XI. REPORTS OF OFFICERS A. City Manager (continued) Reappropriations for Expenditures During Fiscal Year 1984 -85 Department Total Finance $ 7,500. Planning 1,022. Central Processing 20. Personnel 350. Cable T.V. Programming 1,008. Government Buildings 72. Non - Department 34,103. Police Department 4,552. Fire Department 560. Building and Safety 3,109. Disaster Preparedness 21,800. Public Works 58,978. Library 14,848. Total of General Fund OI $ 147,9220 Total Water Fund 02 182,324. Total POST Fund 05 10,223. Total Gas Tax Fund 06 11045,817. Total Capital Improvement Fund 11 3,222,631. Total Equipment Replacement Fund 15 200200. Total Outside Service Trust Fund 28 80,724. Total CDBG Fund 33 3,000. Total Proposition "Al' Fund 34 83,592. Total Voter Trust Fund 35 1.898. Total all funds $4,798,331. MOTION WAS MADE BY \)COUNCILMAN SIADEK, SECONDED BY COUNCIL- MAN JACOBSON that the reappropriation of funds, as recom- mended, be authorized in total amount of $4,798,331.00. On roll call, motion carried by unanimous vote. 5. Appropriations for negotiated salary and benefit increases Presented a report on the appropriations for 1984 -85 indicating a deficit of $38,700. Advised additional funds would be necessary which could be allocated from estimated increases in fees from the Building Department and from Motor Vehicle in -lieu subvention from the State. Recommended approval be given to provide the $38,700 from the General Fund estimated revenues and that increases in the salary and benefit appropriations in the revenue sharing budget be approved. , MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILWOMAN SYNADINOS, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN SCHULDT, THAT THE CITY MANAGER °S RECOMMENDATIONS BE APPROVED. On roll call, said motion carried unanimously. B. Director of Public Works Glickman 1. Modification of Traffic Signals on Main Street and Grand Avenue, Specification No. 84 -12 Advised that plans and specifications had been completed to modify traffic signals at six locations along Grand Avenue and Main Street. Recommended auth- orization be given to solicit bids for this work, to be received October 30, 1984. -9- Council Minutes October 2. 1984 )\ 63-77 XI. REPORTS OF OFFICERS b. Director of Public Works (continued) MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN SIADEK, SECONDED by COUNCILMAN SCHULDT, THAT THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION BE ADOPTED: RESOLVED, that Specifications No. 84 -12 and "NOTICE INVITING 13IDS FOR MODIFICATION OF TRAFFIC SIGNALS AT VARIOUS INTERSECTIONS (6) IN THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO „ CALIFORNIA" presented to the Council on this date, be approved and a copy placed on file in the City Clerk's office; 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, October 30, 1984. On roll call, said motion carried by unanimous vote. 2. Amendment to Traffic Resolution No. 3263 establishing a 4 -way stop at intersection of Pine Avenue and Eucalyptus Drive Recommended Council adopt a resolution establishing - 4 -way stop signs at subject intersection. MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN JACOBSON, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN SCHULDT, THAT THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION, ENTITLED: RESOLUTION NO. 3283 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CERTAIN SUB- SECTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 3263 (THE TRAFFIC RESOLUTION) RELATING TO THROUGH STREETS AND STOP INTERSECTIIONS which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried by unanimous vote. XII. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Council discussed action required in view of the resignation of City Clerk Val Burrowes. City Attorney Dolley advised he had provided a memorandum giving the Council options available according to law. City Manager Jones stated the City would be without services of a City Clerk after October 5, and if anything occurs that requires the clerk to perform statutory duties, there will be no one to perform those duties. - 10 - Council Minutes October 2, 1984 XII. UNFINISHED BUSINESS (continued) The Council discussed nominating someone to act as City Clerk until action is taken. The Mayor asked about appointing an interim City Clerk until that time. The City Attorney advised that a deputy appointed by the present City Clerk could act in the absence of that Clerk. Council agreed with the advice of the City Attorney, that no action would be taken until all the options had been reviewed. XIII. NEW BUSINESS - None XIV. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS George Roger Siegal, presented a confirmation of his faith in God. RECESS At the hour of 9:45 o'clock p.m., the Mayor declared a short recess to discuss contemplated litigation. At the hour of 9:58 o'clock p.m., the Council reconvened, all members being present and answering roll ccall. XV. ADJOURNMENT No other business appearing to come before the Council at this session, the meeting was declared adjourned by the Mayor in memory of Marie Swain, a 47 -year resident of E1 Segundo, who died on September 11, 1984, the hour of adjournment of this meeting being 10:00 o'clock p.m. APPROVED: - 11 - Respectfully submitted, Valerie A. Burrowes, City Clerk Deputy Council Minutes October 2, 1984