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1985 DEC 17 CC MIN/ 00ma MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL December 17, 1985 CALL TO ORDER by Mayor Armstrong at 7:00 P.M., Tuesday, December 17, 1985, in the Council Chambers of the El Segundo City Hall. THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was led by Captain Tim Grimmond with flags posted by the E1 Segundo Police Department Color Guards. INVOCATION was given by Reverend David Tinoco, United Methodist Church. PRESENTATIONS 1. Mayor Armstrong introduced John Van Hook as the newest member of the Planning Commission. 2. Alan [Jest, newly elected Presiding Officer of the E1 Segundo School District read a formal letter thanking Council for the assistance and cooperation Council has extended to the E1 Segundo School District in the past. 3. Ken La Rue, El Segundo Raiders addressed Council regarding the traffic problems on Center Street that have occurred in the past as a result of Ticket Sales. He recognized the potential for future problems on Center Street as well as adjoining Streets and assured Council that there would not be any Super Bowl Tickets availble for sale in El Segundo. 4. ',Iayor Armstrong presented a proclamation declaring December 17, 1985 as J. Clark Devilbiss Day. ROLL CALL was taken by City Clerk Hart: Councilman Jacobson - present Councilman Schuldt - present Councilman Siadek - present Mayor Pro Tem Synadinos - present Mayor Armstrong - present MINUTES 1. Minutes of the Adjourned Regular City Council Meeting of December 2, 1985 Council Minutes December 17, 1985 10:30 A.M. were approved as written. 2. Minutes of the Adjourned Regular City Council Meeting of December 2, 1985 11:00 A.M. were approved as written. 3. Minutes of the Adjourned Regular City Council Meeting of December 3, 1985 6:00 P.M. were approved as written. 4. Minutes of the Regular City Council 1-leeting of December 3, 1985 were approved as written. 5. Minutes of the Adjourned Regular City Council Meeting of December 5, 1985 3:30 P.M. were approved as written. 6. Minutes of the Adjourned Regular City Council Meeting of December 9, 1985 9:00 A.M. were approved as written. Council Minutes December 17, 1985 �tikoh6 SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS - 1. Presentation of Ordinance - Adoption of a Specific Plan for the Smokey Hollow (aka Sleepy Hollow) District in the City of El Segundo. a. Adopt Resolution b. Introduce Ordinance Al Bell, Project Manager,The Planner Center - Addressed Council on the newly revised Specific Plan which came as a result of the December 5 Study Session. Mr. Bell stressed language changes that reflect Council's overall intent for the Smokey Hollow District. The Policies of the Plan try to convey intent, rather than express firm regulation. Council conveyed their concerns regarding the requirements for consolidated building sites providing aggregate yard areas equivalent to those for individual sites. Mr. Bell stated that because parcels in that area are of such varied sizes it might be equitable to proportion the open space as sites get larger and larger. lie further stated that if this rule were applied that there would be no gain or loss incurred in aggregating parcels to a larger lot size. The original yard area requirements must be present, however no matter how many parcels are combined. Councilman Siadek expressed concern regarding the tone of the Plan encouraging only small businesses and discouraging cooperative development. 11-Ir Bell stated that provisions remain in the Plan for Cooperative Development. He continued, saying that an Integrated Plan for individually owned property would be treated identically to Parcels being bought as a Consolidated Concern. However, according to the language of the Plan this would apply only to Parcels up to an acre in size. Ile confirmed that the Plan encourages small business without discouraging growth. The tone of the Plan is aimed at preserving the present characteristics of small and medium size business ventures but still allowing for additional growth and development in the area. Mayor Armstrong expressed concern regarding the encouragement of multiple, medium sized structures on large parcels rather than single massive structures. l•iayor Armstrong felt that it was the implementation of incentives that encouraged single massive structures. Al Bell reiterated that it is the decision of Council as to how massive a structure can be. It depends on the design review that the City administers. The larger the parcel the greater the potential for more development. 'Ir. Bell commented that the guidelines for development have to do with how parcels are constructed to appropriate their respective lots to ensure that they don't appear so massive. The Plan encourages or tries to convince the builder to create a medium size structure or a several small structures rather than a small massive structure. He reminded Council that no Plan comes with a guarantee. The site development standards are quite liberal for most jurisdictions, however the policies try to convey intent rather than express firm regulations. Mr. Bell concluded by saying that with an annual monitoring the Plan can be changed or amended. City Attorney Dolley read the resolution on adopting the Smokey Hollow (aka Sleepy Hollow) Specific Plan: RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, CERTIFYING THE FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR THE SMOKEY HOLLOW SPECIFIC PLAN which title read. (2) Council Minutes December 17, 1985 IV 668 Y r Councilman Jacobson ROVED, Mayor Pro Tem Synadinos SECONDED, that further reading be waived and that the Specific Plan be adopted with the inclusion made to III -9, III -14 and III -17 for rear snd side yard setbacks to allow to allow for parking, the change on II -25, the City as Water Utility, and the corrections to III -16, 4b 1) Retail Sales and the deletion of III -16, 4b 2) Hotels and Motels. The Motion was PASSED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. City Attorney Dolley presented subject Ordinance, entitled: ORDINANCE NO. tuv ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE SMOKEY HOLLOW SPECIFIC PLAN which title was read. Councilman Jacobson MOVED, Councilman Siadek SECONDED that further reading be waived. The motion was PASSED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. The Ordinance was introduced by Councilman Jacobson. 2. Status report on Light -Rail on Century Freeway. Richard Stanger, Los Angeles County Transportation Commission (LACTC)- presented Council with an update on the proposed E1 Segundo Rail Extension. tie noted the following stations: Imperial /Aviation, Nash/ :Maple, Nash /E1 Segundo Blvd. tie also stated that there were two issues to be considered: a Mariposa Station Location and a Douglas Street Overpass. Stanger also informed Council that consideration of converting Nash and Douglas Streets to a one -way (couplets) operation might be necessary to facilitate the rail line. An estimated date of completion has been designated for 1993. 3. PUBLIC HEARING - Certification of a Negative Declaration and Certification of the 1984 Amendment to the Housing Element of the E1 Segundo General Plan ( General Plan Amendment No. 84 -1). The Amendment updates population, employment and housing data and projections, and housing program status proposed by the City of El Segundo. (a) Adopt resolution The Mayor announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed for the Hearing on Certification of a Negative Declaration and Certification of the 1984 Amendment to the Housing Element of the General Plan (General Plan Amendment 84 -1). The Amendment updates population, employment and housing data and projections, and Housing program status proposed by the City of E1 Segundo. Mayor Armstrong asked the City Clerk if proper notice had been given. City Clerk Hart stated that proper notice was published. Mayor Armstrong directed that the files become a part of the hearing and inquired if any written communications had been received. The City Clerk replied that no written communications had been received. (3) Council Minutes December 17, 1985 X6688 Aerryl Edelstein, Associate Planner represented Lynn Harris, City Planning Director and presented Council with a report and a brief update of the subject matter. She stated that the California Government Code (Article 10.6) requires local governments to prepare and adopt a housing element revision by July 1, 1984. She explained that staff had prepared A Draft Amendment in July of 1984 which was submitted to the State Department of Housing and Community Development. The Staff revised the Draft to correspond to the State's comment's in February 1985. The Planning Commission reviewed the Draft at a Public Hearing on November 26, 1985 and recommended that Council adopt the Amendment and certify the Negative Declaration. At the hour of 8:34 P.M., the Mayor declared a 5- minute recess. At the hour of 8:39 Y.M., the Council reconvened, all members being present and answering roll call. Mayor Armstrong invited Public input on the above subject. Jerry Saunders - 2041 Rosecrans Avenue. posed two questions before Council. 1). How was the Housing Factor derived and 2). What was the source of the 1989 Population Projection? Merryl Edelstein, Associate Planner addressed Mr. Saunder's questions and responded by saying that the Housing Factor used was a ratio of one employee per 240 feet, and the source of the 1989 Population Projection was an update on State Census Data. Councilman Jacobson MOVED, Councilman Schuldt SECONDED that the Public Hearing be closed. MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. City Attorney Dolley read the Resolution on approving and adopting the 1984 Amendment to the Housing Element of the General Plan: RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE 1984 AMENDMENT TO THE HOUSING ELEMENT OF THE GENERAL PLAN AND CERTIFYING THE NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT THEREOF. which title was read. Councilman Siadek MOVED, Councilman Schuldt SECONDED to waive further reading and adopt the subject Resolution. MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. Resolution.MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. 4. PUBLIC HEARING- Certification of a Negative Declaration and Amendment No. 1 to approved Precise Plan No-2-81. The Amendment proposes to convert 11,220 Sq. ft. of the ground level of an existing parking structure to commercial and office uses, and to reduce the required parking aisle width, in conjunction with a revised parking plan. As revised the project site will contain a total of 690,052 sq. ft. floor area, and 1,982 parking stalls. The project site is located at 2240 -2260 E. Imperial Highway (Kilroy Airport Towers); petitioned by Kilroy Industries. a. Introduce ordinance The Mayor announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed for subject hearing and inquired if proper notice of the hearing had been given. City Clerk Hart replied that affidavits of publication and mailing of the notice were in his files. The Mayor directed that the files become a part of the hearing and inquired if any written communication had been received. City Clerk Hart replied that no written communication had been received at his office. (4) Council Minutes December 17, 1985 X661R111 Aerryle Edelstein, Associate Planner, represented Lynn Harris, City Planning Director, and presented Council with a background of the subject matter. Ms Edelstein stated that Kilroy Industries had requested to convert approximately 11, 220 square feet of the ground level of the parking structure (2240 -2260 E. Imperial Highway) containing approximately 40 parking spaces to proposed commercial and office uses. In addition the request included a proposal to restrip and revise the parking and circulation layout of the area. ;is. Edelstein added that Kilroy's first request was denied by the Planning Commission and by Council on appeal, but were advised they could reapply when the buildings were leased. Councilman Siadek asked Ms. Edelstein what were some the concerns of the unrestricted versus restricted use. Ms. Edelstein answered that the additional office space would result in traffic and parking demands as opposed to support services which would mitigate traffic and parking demands. Mayor Armstrong invited Public imput on the above hearing. Ralph Murphy, Vice President, Engineering and Construction, Kilroy Industries- Commended the efforts of the staff for doing a thorough and complete analysis of the project. He stated that the building in question is 95% leased with 86% of the parking spaces being committed which results in surplus parking area at this time. With the revised proposal there is no net reduction in parking spaces and the result is a proposal that will create support services while still staying within the limits of the precise plan on floor area. He concluded by stating that the revised proposal will provide more parking area than was first required. Verne Wochnick, Hughes Aircraft Company- Commented that the amended precise plan will fill a significant need for his company, and that the parking situation at Kilroy has no adverse impact. I'Iayor Pro Tem Synadinos MOVED, Councilman Siadek SECONDED to close the public hearing. MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. City Attorney Dolley read the subject ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. aN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, CERTIFYING A NEGATIVE DECLARATIO14 OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT AND ADOPTING AIiENDMENT #1 TO PRECISE PLAN # 2 -81 FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2240 -2260 EAST IMPERIAL HIGHWAY WITHIN SAID CITY. which title was read. Councilman Siadek MOVED, Councilman Jacobson SECONDED that further reading of the ordinance be wavied. MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. The ordinance was introduced by Councilman Siadek. UNFINISHED BUSINESS NONE REPORTS OF COMMITTEES, COMMISSIONS AND BOARDS Councilman Siadek stated that Jack Ruis, Director of Parks and Recreation, is preparing a report for future submission to Council recardinv the Cable Advisory Committee. (5) Council Minutes December 17, 1985 X (i6g ) PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS - WRITTEN City Clerk Hart received a letter from Councilman Jacobson requesting variances from Municipal Code. Assisting a one Mr. S. Claus, Councilman Jacobson requested a waiver of fees and permits to allow subject to conduct business within the City of E1 Segundo. The Mayor ordered the correspondence filed. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION - ORAL Dennis Martin, 722 Indiana Court, E1 Segundo - Urged Council to obtain a higher level of cooperation with the E1 Segundo Unified School District. Mr. Martin percieved this as a way for the children of our community to obtain a quality education and ensure entrance level requirements for potentially college bound students. David Bryant, 522 Virginia Street, E1 Segundo; owner of Richmond Bar & Grill - Presented a formal apology to Council and Staff. Mr. Bryant referenced the previous Council Meeting by stating that a contractor involved in his project on Richmond Street spoke on his behalf. Mr. Bryant stated that the contractor was instructed to plead Bryant's case to City Officials. Apologizing for his contractor's behavior and stating that it was not his intent, Mr. Bryant requested allowance and continuance of his project without further delay. CONSENT AGENDA NOTICE All Matters listed under the Consent Agenda wil be enacted by one motion unless a request is made fo discussion, in which case the item(s) will be considered separately following this portion of the agenda. Council Requested that items X62, X65 and #6 be considered separately. Thereafter, MOTION was made by Councilman Siadek, and SECONDED by Mayor Pro Tem Synadinos that the remaining items listed on the Consent Agenda be approved. MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. 1. Warrant Nos. 10257 -10474 on Demand Register Summary No. 12 in total amount of $799.071.82. Ratified and approved. 3. Donation of PBX Telephone Equipment by Western Tele Comm to the City. Donation accepted. 4. Establishment of Salary Range for Building Systems Mechanic. Classification Authorized in Current Budget. Salary range approved. 7. Annual Renewal of the City's Personal Property Insurance. Renewal approved. 8. Maddy Local Appointive List Act: List of all Regular and Ongoing Boards, Commissions, and Committees which are Appointed by Council. Received and filed. (6) Council Minutes December 17,1985 9. Request to use Martin and Chapman as Election Supplier for General Municipal Election - April 8, 1986. Request approved. 10. Resolution Calling and Giving Notice of the Holding of a General Municipal Election to be held Tuesday April 8, 1986 Resolution adopted. 11. Resolution Requesting the County to Render Specified Services to the City for the General Municipal Election on April 8, 1986. Resolution adopted. 12. Resolution Adopting Regulations for Candidates for Elective Office Pertaining to Candidates Statement's Submitted to Voter's on Tuesday, April 8, 1986. Resolution adopted. 13. Award Contract to Low Bidder (41085) for NO PARKING Sweeping sign Contract. Awarded to Safeway Sign Company for $3,729.63. 14. Rejection of Single Bid Received on Bid 440985 (Playground Equipment and Installation) and Authorization to Re -bid at a later date. Rejected Bid from KBV Enterprises and authorized Staff to re -bid at a later date. 15. Alcoholic Beverage License Application for a New Type 20 License, Off -Sale Beer and Wine for Discoveries, Ltd., at 1440 East Imperial Avenue, El Segundo. Received and filed. 16. Request Council Approval of Planning /Plan Checker Position. Approved new position, established salary range and adopted resolution. CALL ITEMS FROM CONSENT AGENDA 2. Request Council Approval of Change Order No. 1 to the Equipment Supply Contract for the Hydro - Electric Generating Facility and Acceptance of Proposal for Geotechnical Services in Connection with the construction of the Hydro - Electric Generating Facility. It was the consensus of Council that this item be held over to the January 7, 1986 City Council Meeting. 5. Request Council to declare the construction trailer at 640 West Imperial Avenue as surplus and authorize staff to advertise for sale at a forthcoming auction. It was the consensus of Council that this item be held over to the January 7, 1986 City Council Meeting. (7) Council Minutes December 17, 1985 �. Pi69 6. Transfer ownership of Surplus 1961 Seagrave Fire Engine to Sister City Guaymas. Council expressed concern as to the giving away of Public funds. City Attorney Dolley addressed the issue by stating that a donation involving a Sister City is a legitimate Public Purpose and the transfer of this excess property is not a gift of Public Funds. Councilman Siadek MOVED, Councilman Jacobson SECONDED that the transfer be approved. Motion Carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilman Jacobson, Siadek, Schuldt and Mayor Armstrong. Noes: Mayor Pro Tem Synadinos. NEW BUSINESS - CITY MANAGER City [Manager Romaniello requested a 60 day extension for Building Plans. (Resolution # 3289 Granting a Variance # 84 -2). Mr. Romaniello assured Council that the Building Department has reviewed all other aspects of the initial Plans. Councilman Siadek MOVED, Councilman Schuldt SECONDED that a 60 day extension be granted to the applicant. Motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilman Schuldt, Siadek, Mayor Pro Tem Synadinos and Mayor Armstrong. Abstentions: Councilman Jacobson NEW BUSINESS - CITY CLERK 1. Update on Election Cycle Calendar and Discussion Of Resolving a Possible Tie Votes in Municipal Elections. It was the consensus of Council that this matter be referred to the City Attorney for further deliberation. NEW BUSINESS - CITY ATTORNEY City Attorney Dolley Requested Closed session. FURTHER NEW BUSINESS Council discussed the possibility of having a Study Session regarding the Senior Housing Operating Agreement. Council agreed that a final date would be set at the January 7, 1986 Council Meeting. Councilman Siadek requested a report from the Fire Department on nightly visits made to various businesses in the Community. GOOD OF THE ORDER Council and City Manager Romaniello extended Holiday Greetings to the Community. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS - ORAL (5 Minute Limit) None (8) Council Minutes December 17,1985 CLOSED SESSION At the hour of 9:39 P.M. Council recessed to the Mayor's office for a Closed Session. Government Code 54956.9 (a) Government Code 54956.9 (b) Government Code 54956.9 (c) Councilman Siadek left at 9:40 P.M. Hometel vs El Segundo Shelton vs E1 Segundo E1 Segundo vs Hometel Exposure to possible Litigation Possible Litigation At the hour of 11:40 P.M. Council reconvened with the following members being present and answering roll call: Councilman Jacobson, Schuldt, Mayor Pro Tem Synadinos and Mayor Armstrong. Councilman Siadek was absent. Mayor Armstrong announced that no decisions were made in closed session. ADJODSNKENT No other business appearing to come before Council at this Session, the meeting was adjourned at 11:41 P.M. in memory of Stephanie Borgstrom who died December 2, 1985 at the age of 68 years and Doris Virginia Christensen who died on December 10, 1985. APPROVED: (9) RONALD L. HART, CITY CLERK Council Minutes December 17, 1985 X ri h 4:3