1986 APR 15 CC MIN - 39EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL MINUTES REGULAR MEETING - APRIL 15, 1986
CALL TO ORDER by Mayor Armstrong at 7:00 in the Council Chambers.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE led by Mayor Pro Tem Synadinos.
INVOCATION given by Mayor Armstrong.
PRESENTATIONS
1. Councilman Schuldt proclaimed April 14 -19 as Earthquake Preparedness Week.
ROLL CALL taken by City Clerk Ronald L. Hart:
Councilman Jacobson - present
Councilman Schuldt - present
Councilman Siadek - present
Mayor Pro Tem. Synadinos - present
Mayor Armstrong - present
MINUTES - None
SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS
1. Canvass of General Municipal Election Held Tuesday, April 8, 1986.
City Clerk Hart advised Council that pursuant to law and the authority and
direction set forth in the City Council Resolution No. 3360 he had
completed the canvass of the election held April 8, 1986, and presented to
the Council the City Clerk's Certificate of Canvass. Stated that the
whole number of ballots cast in the City of El Segundo was 3,930, that the
names of the persons voted for and the number of votes given in the City
to each person were as follows:
For member of the City Council:
Robert H. Stull: 96
Le Synadinos: 1634
Charles K. Armstrong: 1640
H.R. Anderson: 2166
Alan West: 2185
City Clerk Hart stated the canvass determined that Harry Robert Anderson
and Alan West were elected members of City Council for a full term of four
years.
City Clerk Hart read the title of the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 3379
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO,
CALIFORNIA, RECITING THE FACT OF THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD
IN SAID CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, ON THE 8TH DAY OF APRIL 1986; DECLARING
THE RESULT THEREOF AND SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS ARE PROVIDED BY LAW
Mayor Armstrong MOVED, Councilman Siadek SECONDED to waive further reading
and adopt. MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE.
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SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (continued)
City Clerk Hart issued Certificates of Election to Councilmen H.R.
Anderson and Alan West and administered the Constitutional Oath of Office,
to which each swore.
Mayor Pro Tem Synadinos thanked the citizens of E1 Segundo for their
support. Councilwoman Synadinos expressed her appreciation of City staff
"family" and "cherished friendships" gained throughout the last four
years she served on Council.
Mayor Armstrong thanked the citizens of E1 Segundo for their support
during his six years on Council and all who participated in his campaign.
Mayor Armstrong stated that his appreciation ran deep as well as his
admiration for the Water Department Employees.
Mayor Armstrong was presented with the gavel he had used during his last
91 meetings by Eileen Hunter, Administrative Assistant.
Councilmen Anderson and West took their seats at the dias and the City
Council thus constituted the following members:
H.R. Bob Anderson
Carl Jacobson
Keith Schuldt
Jack E. Siadek
Alan West
Councilman Anderson thanked all who supported him in his campaign and
stated he is looking forward to the opportunity to work for the City of E1
Segundo.
Councilman West expressed his thanks to all who supported him and did not
support him in his campaign.
2. At this time, City Clerk Hart invited nominations for the office of Mayor.
Councilman West MOVED, Councilman Anderson SECONDED to elect Jack E.
Siadek to serve as Mayor. There being no other nominations, the City
Clerk was instructed to cast a UNANIMOUS BALLOT for Councilman Siadek to
serve as Mayor of the City of E1 Segundo.
Mayor Siadek assumed the position of Mayor and stated that he is not
looking for any fast changes and hopes to retain and regain the true sense
of the community.
3. Mayor Siadek opened the nominations for the office of Mayor Pro Temp.
Councilman Anderson NOMINATED Councilman Schuldt as Mayor Pro Temp,
Councilman Jacobson SECONDED. MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE.
Arch Young, owner of Lehman's Flowers presented bouquets of roses to Mrs.
Bob Anderson and Mrs. Alan West.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS None
REPORTS OF COMMITTEES, COMMISSIONS AND BOARDS
1. Mayor Siadek requested a list of openings for Committee Assignments.
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REPORTS OF COMMITTEES, COMMISSIONS AND BOARDS (continued)
2. John Allman, President of the Senior Housing Board, asked Council to meet
with the Senior Housing Board and discuss the Operating Agreement.
It was the consensus of Council to meet with the Senior Housing Board on
Board on April 23, 1986.
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS — WRITTEN
City Clerk Hart acknowledged receipt of two written communications:
FTR International, Inc. questioned the decision the City had made in
selecting Boyd's Construction Company as the contractor for Fire Station
No. 1.
Boyd's Construction Company addressed complaints made by competitor FTR
International.
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS — ORAL
1. Gordon Stephens, 515 California Street expressed concern over the problems
with electrical inspections in the newly constructed dental facilities
located at the E1 Segundo Plaza.
2. Pat Smith, 949 Virginia Street reminded Council of the Noise Abatement
Committee Meeting to be held April 28, 1986. Mr. Clifton Moore is
scheduled to speak.
3. Oscar Robison, 311 W. Acacia Street expressed concern over residential and
commercial building fees.
CONSENT AGENDA
All items listed under this heading are to be enacted by one unanimous
motion without discussion, unless a call is made for discussion, in which
case the item(s) will be removed and considered individually under the
next agenda heading.
1. Warrant Nos. 1047 -1050 and 1345 -1616 on Demand Register Summary No. 22 in
total amount of $1,992,578.67.
Ratified and approved
3. Sale of Surplus Property.
Request authorization to sell pump, serial #721 -2 -0210, to Mr. Curtis for
the bid price of $25.00
Mayor Pro Tem Schuldt requested items 2 and 4 be called for discussion.
Councilman Jacobson MOVED, Councilman Anderson SECONDED to approve the
remaining items on the consent agenda. MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE
VOTE.
CALL ITEMS
2. Downtown Cleaning Sidewalk Program.
Mayor Pro Tem Schuldt complimented the Sidewalk Program and its asset to
the City of E1 Segundo.
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CALL ITEMS (continued)
Councilman Schuldt MOVED, Councilman Jacobson SECONDED to continue the
downtown program. MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE.
4. Request to allow Low Bidder of Rescue Safety Products to Withdraw and
Award to Second Lowest Bidder, Bid #1685; Cayel Craft, Inc. for $5,6798.58.
Mayor Pro Tem Schuldt requested that in the future the Consent Agenda be
used only for small purchases.
Mayor Siadek agreed and stated that items of this caliber should be
publicly discussed.
Acting City Manager, Fred Weiner stated that the above estimate was based
on an inflationary figure, however it was not expected to be so high.
Fire Chief Larry Sheldon stated the dollar amount in the budget was for a
much smaller Paramedic Van that could not have housed the necessary
equipment. The new value is an accurate amount based on need and size.
Mayor Pro Tem Schuldt MOVED, Councilman West SECONDED to have the Fire
staff re- examine their budget and find the difference needed to purchase
the sizeable Paramedic Van needed. MOTION CARRIED BY THE FOLLOWING
VOICE VOTE:
AYES: Mayor Pro Tem Schuldt, Councilman West, and Mayor
Siadek
NOES: Councilmen Anderson and Jacobson
Councilman Jacobson MOVED, Councilman Anderson SECONDED to approve the
purchase the with the above stipulation. MOTION CARRIED BY THE FOLLOWING
VOICE VOTE:
AYES: Councilmen Anderson, Jacobson, Mayor Pro Tem
Schuldt and Mayor Siadek
NOES: Councilman West
NEW BUSINESS — CITY MANAGER
1. Discussion of upcoming League of Cities Seminars.
Acting City Manager, Fred Weiner announced to City Council that the League
of California Cities is holding a conference May 14 -16 in San Francisco
California.
Mayor Siadek urged new Councilmembers Anderson and West to attend.
Councilman Anderson stated he would like to attend.
2. Remodel and Addition to Fire Station No. 1 - Main Street - Project PW 84 -5.
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HEW BUSINESS — CITY NAHAGER (continued)
Acting City Manager, Fred Weiner stated that it was staff's recommendation
that the City Council accept the low bidder who is approximately $150,000
less than the next lowest bidder as being economically in the best
interest of the City and award the bid to Boyd's Construction Company in
the amount of $1,150,320.00.
City Attorney Dolley stated that a review of the project reveals that all
legal steps have been taken and Boyd's Construction has complied with all
necessary regulations as provided by law.
Councilman West asked if a completion date had been set and if there were
any penalities involved for going beyond that date.
Acting City Manager, Fred Weiner stated that a completion date of 12
months from the start of construction has been set.
Director of Public Works, William Glickman answered Councilman West by
stating that there would be a $500.00 daily penalty. Also, Mr. Glickman
said, the City should be prepared for 1 -2 % changes in a job of this
caliber.
Councilman Jacobson MOVED, Councilman Schuldt SECONDED to approve staff
recommendation. MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE.
NEW BUSINESS — CITY ATTORNEY
City Attorney Dolley requested a Closed Session.
FURTHER REV BUSINESS
1. Mayor Pro Tem Schuldt expressed concern over the need for additional weed
abatement.
City Attorney Dolley stated that he would meet with the Fire Chief and
the City Manager to research the possible application of a nuisance
abatement ordinance and report to Council in a reasonable amount of time.
2. Mayor Pro Tem Schuldt requested staff to research and report in 30 days
the possibility of a "grandfather clause" amending the C -3w Zone
Ordinance.
3. Councilman Jacobson questioned City Attorney Dolley on the City's
liability with regard to the Fun Run Scheduled in May.
City Attorney Dolley suggested that this matter be referred to staff to
assure that those sponsoring the event have adequate liability coverage
for those participating and assure that the City is not held resposible
in the event of a mishap.
4. Mayor Siadek stated that a letter had been received from Mr. Richard
Croxall, member of the Parks and Recreation Commission requesting an
extension of time on the commission. -Mr. Croxall asked that the current
two term limit be waived and he be appointed for a third term.
Councilman West MOVED, Councilman Schuldt SECONDED to reappoint Richard
Croxall. MOTION CARRIED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
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FURTHER NEW BUSINESS (continued)
AYES: Councilmen Anderson, West, Mayor Pro Tem Schuldt and
Mayor Siadek
NOES: Councilman Jacobson
GOOD OF THE ORDER None
PUBLIC COMPIUNICATIONS — ORAL None
CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Dolley cited the following government code sections:
54956.9 (a)
El Segundo
El Segundo
Samaniego
Dalgleish
Kilroy Airport Imperial Co., et al
Shelton et al
54956.9 (b)
54956.9 (c)
Four Matters
Three Matters
Personnel Matter
vs Los Angeles Airport
vs Hometel
vs Hometel
vs E1 Segundo
vs E1 Segundo et al
vs E1 Segundo
At the hour of 8:31 P.M. Council adjourned to Closed Session in the
Mayor's office.
ADJOUR HT
At the hour of 12:31 A.M. Council reconvened in the Council Chambers with
all members present and answering roll call.
The Mayor announced that no decisions were made in Closed Session.
At the hour of 12:35 A.M. Council adjourned to 8:00 A.M. Thursday, April
17, 1986 in memory of the following:
James Earl Holcomb, a 67 year resident, died April 1, 1986 at the
age of 71.
Mildred Alexander, a 40 year resident, died April 9, 1986 at the age
of 59.
RONALD L. HART, CITY CLERK
APPROVED:
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