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1986 NOV 18 CC MIN - 768 i' - CITY COUNCIL MEETING - NOVEMBER 18, 1986 -7:00 P.N. CALL TO ORDER by Mayor Siadek at 7:00 P.M. INVOCATION given by Dave Edwards, Four - Square Church PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE led by Mr. Wesley Bush. PRESENTATIONS 1. Councilman Jacobson proclaimed November 23 -29 "Family Week" 2. Councilman Anderson proclaimed November 28- December 23 "Toys For Tots Month" 3. Mayor Siadek Proclaimed November 16 -22 "Education Week ". ROLL CALL Councilman Anderson - present Councilman Jacobson - present Mayor Pro Tem Schuldt - present Councilman West - present Mayor Siadek - present MINUTES 1. Regular City Council Meeting- November 4, 1986. It was the consensus of Council to approve as written. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS - 1. PUBLIC HEARING - Adoption of the 1985 Uniform Fire Code. Mayor Siadek announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed for a public hearing on the adoption of the 1985 Uniform Fire Code. Mayor Siadek asked if proper notice of the hearing had been given. City Clerk Ron Hart stated that notice of the hearing had been published by the E1 Segundo Herald on November 6 and November 13,1986. Mayor Siadek stated those files would become part of the hearing. Mayor Siadek asked if any written communication had been received. City Clerk Ron Hart stated that no written communication had been received by the City Clerk's Office. E1 Segundo Fire Chief Bob Marsh stated the primary thrust of this new fire code is community safety. This code would require smoke detectors in all existing residential buildings, excluding one and two - family units; more extensive smoke detectors would be required in hotels and motels and in all exit and public areas in high rise buildings. Chief Marsh further stated that Chevron refinery would be required to comply in the new fire code version and concluded by stating this fire code is a tool that will greatly enhance the Fire Suppression delivery system. Council Minutes November 18, 1986 SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS (continued) Councilman West expressed concern over the possibility of fire codes and building codes overlapping and stated it might be beneficial to review both codes together. Councilman West also expressed concern over the fees and costs to businesses and developers as a result of the adoption of the new fire code. Mayor Siadek opened the public hearing to public input. Dick Lundahl, 200 N Sepulveda, Chairman of the Chamber of Commerce Industrial Committee stated he was not aware of the substantial requirements and financial impact and would like more time to consider this matter. Seeing no other person wishing to address Council on this matter, it was the consensus of Council to close the public hearing to public input. It was the consensus of Council to close the Public Heaaring. City Attorney Dolley read the title of: ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE "UNIFORM FIRE CODE, 1985 EDITION ", INCLUDING APPENDICES I -A, I -B, I- C, II -B, III -A, III -B, III -C, IV -A, AND V -A; REPEALING IN ITS ENTIRETY CHAPTER 17.04 OF, AND ADDING CHAPTER 17.04 TO, THE "EL SEGUNDO MUNCIPAL CODE ", WHICH CHAPTER RELATES TO THE FIRE CODE. Mayor Pro Tem Schuldt MOVED, Counilman Jacobson SECONDED to waive further reading. MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. Mayor Pro Tem Schuldt introduced. CONSENSUS OF COUNCIL: AGENDA ITEM TAKEN OUT OF ORDER: PUBLIC COMMUNCIATION- 0 RAL . Jim Clutter, 441 Kansas Street wanted to confirm City expense of legal fees. City Manager Art Jones stated legal fees incurred by the City include City Attorney fees and all other legal fees incurred as a result of legal actions taken against the City by other parties. Oscar Robison, 311 W. Acacia Street requested Council to receive additional fees as stated in the 1985 Fire Code with regard to consulation charges. 2. PUBLIC HEARING - Appeal of Alan West and F.A. Rossi from the October 9, 1986 Decision of the City Planning Commission, Denying Proposed General Plan Amendment 86 -1, Zone Change 886 -1 and Environmental Assessment EA -110 to Allow Change from General Commercial (C -2) Use to Multiple - Family Residential (R -3) Use at 411 and 406 -412 West Grand Avenue. Mayor Siadek announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed for a public hearing on the appeal of Alan West and F. A. Rossi from the October 9, 1986 decision of the City Planning Commission, denying Proposed General Plan Amendment 86 -1, Zone Change 886 -1 and Environment Assessment EA -110 to Allow Change from General Commercial (C -22) Use to Multiple - Family Residential (R -3) Use at 411 and 406 -412 West Grand Avenue. At the hour of 7:55 P.M. Councilman West stepped down from the dias. (2) Council Minutes November 18, 1986 tiR`7�a b(') I 't SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS (continued) Mayor Siadek asked if proper notice of the hearing had been given. City Clerk Ron Hart stated that proper notice of the hearing had been published in the E1 Segundo Herald on October 30 and November 6, 1986. Mayor Siadek stated those files would become part of the hearing. Mayor Siadek asked if any written communication had been received with regard to this public hearing. City Clerk Ron Hart stated no written communication had been received. Mr. Alan West, 411 W. Grand Avenue addressed Council for an appeal of the Planning Commissions decision to deny the rezoning of his property and allow him to build a 4 -unit apartment on his nonconforming C -2 property. Mr. West presented a tape recording of the Planning Commission's Public Hearing from September 25, 1986. Mr. West stated that parking and traffic could only bring favorable results compared to the existing parking and traffic condition of an automotive repair shop. In addition, this rezoning would significantly upgrade the residential area and provide the City with a higher property tax. Council opened the public hearing to public input. Adolph Weigers, 411 W. Maple stated that a brake shop should not be in that area. Rick Porter, 2100 Pine Avenue, Manhattan Beach stated that he owned property in subject area and stated the City would benefit from the elimination of a brake shop. Arch Young, 530 Sheldon Street advised the City to take the opportunity to correct the zoning of the brake shop property. Rob Reimer, 360 Whiting Street commented that he was in favor of having the area residential. John Stevenson, 328 Whiting Street stated that he was in favor of granting Alan West the appeal and that the future project would enhance the area. Gary Schultz, 217 E. Oak was in favor of granting the appeal and stated that if it was denied that a traffic problem could result in that area. Jim Clutter, 441 Kansas Street stated that Mr. West should not get special consideration because he is a Councilman, and was not in favor of the zone change. Oscar Robison, 311 W. Acacia Street stated he was in favor of the appeal and further stated that Mr. West might have been denied the appeal on the basis that he was a Councilman. Frank Wong, 435 Valley Street stated he was not in favor for or against the zone change and was concerned about a capital gain. Geroge Ray, 221 Concord Street urged caution in eliminating a commercial zone; was not for or against the appeal. David Garinger, 432 Whiting Street stated that Mr. West was not granted his zone change because he was a Councilman and that the residential development would be good for the neighborhood. Adolph Weigers, 411 W. Maple stated that this zone change would not set a precedent. Jim Kizirian, 1605 E. Grand was in favor of the appeal. (3) Council Minutes November 18, 1986 SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (continued) Ed Erderly, 209 W. Acacia Street asked Council if they had been approached by Mr. West with regard to this subject before the meeting, and questioned if the General Plan Appeal Procedure was proper. He was not in favor of the zone change. Jim Weber, 803 Virginia Street was in favor of the appeal and asked that parking on Virginia and Grand be eliminated. Seeing no other persons wishing to address Council on this matter, Council closed the public hearing to public input. City Attorney Dolley, after reviewing the state code, addressed Mr. Erderly and stated it was his opinion that the proper procedures were followed. It was the consensus of Council to close the Public Hearing. Mayor Pro Tem Schuldt MOVED, Mayor Siadek SECONDED to grant Mr. West's appeal. MOTION CARRIED BY THE FOLLOWING VOICE VOTE: AYES: Councilman Anderson, Schuldt and Mayor Siadek NOES: Councilman Jacobson At the hour of 9:12 P.M. Council recessed. At the hour of 9:23 P.M. Council reconvened in the Council Chambers with all members present and answering roll call. Councilman West had returned to the dias. 3. Report and Recommendation Matters Relating to the Sanitary Sewer System. It was the consensus of Council to hold this item over to the next Council meeting of December 2, 1986. ITEM ADDED TO THE AGENDA: CITY OF LOS ANGELES, BUREAU OF SANITATION - Status Report of Odor Control at the Hyperion Treatment Plant: Marc. R. Papineau, Department Manager, Earth Metrics Incorporated; Donald L. Smith, P.E., James M. Montgomery, Consulting Engineers Inc.; and James H. Clark, Black and Veatch, Engineers and Architects gave a status report concerning odor control at the Hyperion Treatment Plant. A significant decrease in hydrogen sulfide emissions has been realized through the use of a Chemical addition program resulting in a cost of $13,000 per day and a 50% effluent quality improvement. Spokespersons for the treatment plant further stated that an Odor Control Study has been implemented and includes a smoke test that will enable consultants with the effect of its dispersement. Consultants further stated that residents will be notified of this testing date. Council advised the consultants to inform residents by distributing flyers door -to -door. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None (4) Council Minutes November 18, 1986 tit1i , REPORTS OF COMMITTEES, COMMISSIONS AND BOARDS 1. Resignation of Rosmary S. Taylor from the E1 Segundo Community Cable Committee. Received and filed. Mayor Siadek made brief reference to LAX Airport litigation. City Attorney Dolley stated this matter would be covered in Closed Session. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS- WRITTEN 1. Ara Avak, President of E1 Segundo Taxpayers Assoc. recommended that any proposed tax or fee increases with regard to Sewer Taxation be approved by the electorate. 2. Three letters stating opposition of the sewer tax were received and filed and will be resubmitted for the December 2, 1986 Council Meeting. CONSENT AGENDA All items listed are to be adopted by one motion without discussion passed unanimously. If a call for discussion of an item is made, the item(s) will be considered individually under the next heading of business. 1. Warrant Nos. 5083 -5331 on Demand Register Summary No.10 in total amount of $ 727,050.12. Ratify and approve 2. Bid for Replacement of Heaters for the indoor swim pool at the City Plunge. Award to the low bidder Good Heating and Air Conditioning for $17,777. 3. Bids for Vehicles to be Used by Various Departments. Award to low bidder M.J. Sopp Chevrolet eleven police patrol sedans for $139,360.60; to Delorme Chevrolet one 4 door sedan, one 12 passenger window van; one 3/4 ton cab and chassis; one sub - compact sedan for $46,037.56. Total award is $185,398.16 including sales tax. 4. Request for Reallocation of CDBG (Community Development Block Grant) Funds for Purpose of Providing Additional Funding for the CDBG City Clubhouse Refurbishment Project. Approve request 5. Martin and Chapman as the City's Election Suppliers for the Special Municipal Election on February 24, 1987. Approve 6. Ordering the Canvass of the Special Municipal Election to be Held on Tuesday, February 24, 1987, Be Made by the City Clerk. Adopt resolution Mayor Pro Tem Schuldt MOVED, Councilman West SECONDED, to approve all items under the consent agenda. MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. CALL ITEMS FROM CONSENT AGENDA None (5) Council Minutes November 18, 1986 NEW BUSINESS —CITY MANAGER 1. Recommendation to Award Contract for Liability Claim Adjustment Services. City Manager Art Jones stated this item had been held over at Councilman Jacobson's request. Manager Jones stated that staff recommends that the City Council approve the award of the contract for Liability Claims Management Services to Emett and Chandler for a first year fee of $16,000 effective December 1, 1986. The investigation expenses for all claims will be billed on a per claim basis and staff be directed to present a contract for the Mayor's signature for said services. Mayor Pro Tem Schuldt MOVED, Couuncilman West SECONDED to follow staff's recommendation. MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. 2. Report on Proposition 62— Recommendation to Add to the Special Election on February 24, 1987 an Additional Proposition for the Approval of Ordinance 1075 (Business License Fee Increase). City Attorney read the title of: RESOLUTION NO. 3444 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, CALLING AND GIVING NOTICE OF THE HOLDING OF A SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 1987, FOR THE SUBMISSION TO THE QUALIFIED VOTERS AN ORDINANCE RELATING TO THE IMPOSITION OF A BUSINESS LICENSE Councilman West MOVED, Councilman Anderson SECONDED to waive further reading and adopt. MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. City Attorney Dolley read the title of: RESOLUTION NO. 3445 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING CERTAIN OF ITS MEMBERS TO FILE A WRITTEN - ARGUMENT REGARDING A CITY MEASURE AND DIRECTING THE CITY ATTORNEY TO PREPARE AN IMPARTIAL ANALYSIS Mayor Siadek stated that he would not take a position in favor of or in opposition of Resolution No. 3445 and therefore would not be cited in the resolution text. The remmaining councilmen will sign a ballot argument favoring the ballot measure. Councilman West MOVED, Mayor Pro Tem Schuldt SECONDED to waive further reading and adopt. MOTION CARRIED BY THE UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. 3. Presentation of Salary and Benefits Adjustments for Management and Confidential Employees. (6) Council Minutes November 18, 1986 6871 cg's HEW BUSINESS — CITT MANAGER (continued) 1. City Manager Art Jones stated his recommendation to Council was to approve the resolution: a) Increase management and confidential salary raanges by 5.0 %, plus the individual class adjustments; b) Authorize individual employee salaries to be increased predicated on job performance and the related factors previously approved by the City Council retroactive to September 27, 1986, the beginning of the pay period closest to October 1, which is the normal effective date for the management group; c) Approve fringe benefit adjustments as proposed; and 2. Authorize funds to be transferred from the Salary and Fringe Benefit Budget account to the appropriate budget accounts in the various City departments for the above salary and benefit adjustments. City Attorney Dolley read the title of: RESOLUTION NO. 3446 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, DELETING SECTIONS 1A2.106, 1A2.107, 1A2.108, 1A2.135, 1A2.136, 1A2.137 AND 1A2.137.1 OF CHAPTER IA2 (MANAGEMENT - CONFIDENTIAL SERIES) AND 1A6.141 And 1A6.150 OF CHAPTER 1A6 (GENERAL RULES), AMENDING SECTIONS 1A2.010, 1A2.040, 1A2.060, 1A2.,070, 1A2.100, 1A2.105, 1A2.115, 1A2.130, AND 1A2.134 OF CHAPTER IA2 (MANAGEMENT - CONFIDENTIAL SERIES) AND 1A6.090 OF CHAPTER 1a6 (GENERAL RULES) AND ADDING SECTIONS 1A2.087, 1A2.106, 1A2.108, 1A2.109, 1A2.135, 1A2.136, 1A2.137, 1A2.138, 1A2.139 AND 1A2.139.1 OF CHAPTER IA2 (MANAGEMENT- CONFIDENTIAL SERIES) OF TITLE 1A OF THE EL SEGUNDO ADMINISTRATIVE CODE. Councilman West MOVED, Mayor Pro Tem Schuldt SECONDED to waive further reading and adopt with the amendment changes and the above recommendation made by City Manager Art Jones. MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. 4. Recommendation to Approve Annual Renewal of Real and Personal Property Insurance Coverage. City Manager Art Jones stated that the recommendation was to authorize the. award of the Real and Personal Property insurance coverage for the period November 29, 1986 through November 20, 1987, to the Fireman's Fund Insurance Company for a premium $25,091. Councilman Jacobson MOVED, Councilman Anderson SECONDED to approve the above recommendation. MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. (7) Council Minutes November 18, 1986 NEW BUSINESS — PUBLIC WORKS - None NEW BUSINESS —CITY ATTORNEY - None FURTHER NEW BUSINESS - None GOOD OF THE ORDER Councilman Jacobson extended his appreciation to all who had shown their concern and had given their support with regard to his business loss. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS —ORAL I. Jim Clutter, 441 Kansas Street urged Council to explore City Sales Tax Revenue. CLOSED SESSION City Attorney Dolley cited the following Governmental Code Sections: 54956.9 (a) Continental vs El Segundo El Segundo vs LAX (c) Two Matters At the hour of 10:20 P.M. Council adjourned to the Mayor's Office for Closed Session. At the hour of 10:48 P.M. Council reconvened in the Council Chambers with all members present and answering,roll call. Mayor Siade.k announced that no actions were taken in Closed Session. Council made reference to having a joint meeting with the Planning Commission, but set no definite date. ADJOURNMENT At the hour of 11:00 P.M. Council adjourned to Thursday, November 20. 1986 at 11:30 A.M. in memory of the following: LOIS MAXINE JOHNSTON, a 33 -year resident who died November 10 at age 54. NILA PAULINE ANDERSON, a 32 -year resident, died November 7 at age 83. Redorded (8) RK, RONALD Council Minutes November 18, 1986 68 i