1988 APR 05 CC MINCALL TO CFMR at 7:00 p.m. by Mayor Siadek.
INVOf M N given by Rev. David Tin000, United Methodist Church
1. City Manager Fred Sorsabal introduced Interim Police Chief Frank V,
Meehan
2. Council recognized City Ehrplcyee of the Month -Fire Captain Eric Moore
3. Mayor Siadek proclaimed National Library Week April 17 -23, 1988
4. Councilman Anderson proclaimed Bike Safety Week -April 17 -23, 1988
5. Councilman Jacobson proclaimed Earthquake preparedness Month April 1988
6. Councilman West proclaimed Medal of Valor Week April 3-9, 1988
7. Mayor Pro Tem Schuldt gave a cxm¢nesdation recognizing the So. Bay Free
Clinic. Greg Jones recipient submitted a written request for a $1500
donation from the City of El Segundo
Councilman Anderson - present
Councilman Jacobson - present
Councilman West - present
Mayor Pro Tem Schuldt - present
Mayor Siadek - present
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1. Letter from Mr. Joel A. Schoff regarding removal of a tree at 123 West
Palm Street.
Received and filed.
2, communication submitted from Dennis Martin: Certification of City
Budget FXpenditures.
Received and filed.
3. Joel A. Schaff. owner of nromrty at 123 W. Palm asked that Council
consider removal of a tree that was blocking the potential property site for
6 town house apartments. Mr. Sdioff stated he was willing to buy a tree
similar and place it in a more appropriate spot. Mr. Schoff further stated
he had considered moving the tree but the cost for street excavation would
be higher than spending $1500.00 on a replacement.
Bob Wynn, Director of Parks and Recreation stated the existing tree is
aesthetically pleasing and provides a canopy effect for that street. Mr.
Wynn stated the tree was in excess of 30 years old and would be extremely
hard to replace.
4. Tim Smith, 1140 Hicdlland, Contractor for tar. Scboff's Urn[uerty stated
the only other alternative is to raise the building 5 feet but this would
encroach on present building codes.
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Mayor Siadek MOVED, Councilman West SECNDED to have Mr. Schoff replace the
tree with a like specimen and seek the proper permits to cut into the curb
and street for removal of existing tree. These conditions are subject to
approval by the Parks and Recreation prior to the start of construction.
M7PION CARRIED BY THE FOL fXfn4G VOICE VOTE•
, West, Schuldt and Mayor Siadek
NOES: Councilman Jacobson
5. Shirley Parker, 129 W. Palm stated the existing tree was a nuisance and
had a similar tree removed because of plumbing problems. Mrs. Parker asked
that Council consider allowing the builder to replace the tree with a more
useful specimen.
6. Carol Polocoff. recresentative for Diana Ferew Productions, 2324
Beachupod Drive requested Council give then access to the El Segundo Plunge
for a shooting of an ABC After School Special. Ms. Polocoff stated they
would need the facility for two days and would pay the city $500.00 a day.
City Attorney Colley reminded Council of the Brown Act and their inability
to make a decision on an item not listed on the agenda unless a vote of
council is made to consider the item as an emergency issue.
Carl Jacobson MOVED, Mayor Siadek SEMMM to consider the item as an
emergency issue. MMTCN CARL= BY UNANIMOUS WICE VOTE:
city Manager, Fred Sorsabal stated that it was imperative that this group
provide adequate insurance.
It was the consensus of Council to have staff work with Diana Rerew
Productions to amend a solution that would not inconvenience citizens but
would provide Yerew Productions with a working space.
7. Frank Wong, rFCir3rmt requested Council give the children of El Segundo a
place to ride their bicycles and skateboards. Mr. Wong also expressed
concern over a figure that was listed in the Town Talk publication.
Bob Wynn, Director of Parks and Recreation stated the Parks Commission took
action on this item and a recomTendation had been made to set aside a
facility for the children regarding this issue. The item will be on the next
Agenda.
5. Rich Reed, 414 W. Oak presented his music reform.
6. Merlyn Iuckens, 707 E. Pine submitted an article for Council review
regarding a trash study ordered by the Ins Angeles Board of Public Works.
7. Scott Dannen. 1127 E. Acacia felt residents are conOerr)ed about trash
collection and their right to vote on it as a ballot measure. Mr. Dannen
requested this council refrain from voting on the issue.
8. Jim Clutter, 441 Rarsas requested Council take no action on the trash
ordinance.
nonce.
City Manager, Fred Sorsabal stated the ordnance in question does not
establish a fee. This city simply does not have in its records an Ordinance
providing for this service. Another ordinance would need to be passed with
regard to fees.
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9. Scott Danner. 1127 E. Acacia asked again that Council take no action on
this item.
10. Dennis Martin, 722 Indiana Lpltt spoke with regard to the City's budget
deficit.
At the hour of 8:40 p.m. Council recessed. At the hour of 8:50 p.m. Council
reconvened in the Council Chambers with all members present and answering
roll call.
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1. First reading of Ordinance of the City of El Segundo, California,
amending Chapter 16.03, entitled "Building Permit Limitations," to Title 16
of the E1 Segundo Municipal Code to conform with rsouirements of MA
City Attorney read the title of the following:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CA12TORNIA, AMENDING C[-AFTER
16.03, TITLE 16, OF THE EL SEGUNDO KINICIPAL CODE.
Councilman West MOVED, Councilman Jacobson SECONDED to waive further
reading. MOTION CARRIED BY UbMMUZ VOICE VOTE.
Councilman West MOVED, Mayor Pro Tem Schuldt SECONDED to introduce. M71ZCtd
CAR[ZIED BY 12MDUM VOICE VOTE. Mayor Pro Tem Schuldt introduced.
2. Public Hearing - Proposed expenditure of Community Development Block
Grant (CDBG) Funds.
Request to allocate $74,481 in CDBG Funds during fiscal year 1988 -89
towards implementation of the following projects: continuation of the Home -
Delivered Meals program, continued administration of the CDBG Program; the
Joslyn Center expansion. The additional CDBG Funds for the Joslyn Center
will be in exchange of a portion of the City's Capital Improvement funding
for the project
Mayor Siadek announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed for
a Public Hearing on the Proper expenditure of Cotmmmity Development Block
Grant (CDBG) Funds.
Request to allocate $74,481 in CDBG Funds during fiscal year 1988 -89
towards implementation of the following projects: continuation of the Hane -
Delivered Meals program, continued administration of the CDBG Program; the
Joslyn Center expansion. The additional CDBG Funds for the Joslyn Center
will be in exchange of a portion of the City's Capital improvement funding
for the project.
Mayor Siadek asked if proper notice had been given. City Clerk Ron Hart
stated that proper notice was published in a timely and appropriate fashion.
Mayor Siadek asked if any written c=runicaticn had been received. City
Clerk Ron Hart stated none had been received.
City Manager Fred Sorsabal stated that a public hearing is being held for
the purpose of receiving e=m dty input on the local expenditure of CDBG
funds. The City is eligible to receive $74,481.00 in CDBG furls during
fiscal year 1988 -89.
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City staff has reviewed eligibility requirements, expenditure rates on
previous projects and alternative ways to utilize these furls, including
trading $2.00 of block grant for $1.00 of general fund money. The
recommendation contirnies a popular CDBG program (Meals on Wheels) and
replaces previously allocated general fund capital inprovement monies with
block grant monies to the Joslyn Center.
Prior year's approved projects (such as the Clubhouse renovation, Downtown
Improvements, Community Garden) are ongoing and not a part of this item.
This item is for expenditure of additional fiscal year 1988 -89 money only.
Council opened the Public Hearing to Public Input.
1. Dennis Wingate. Representative for DFSI gave the current status of the
Downtown El Segundo Improvement group and asked that his group receive
consideration for $11,000 to benefit the entire community. Mr. Wingate
requested postponement of this matter to the Council Meeting of April 19,
1988.
City Manager, Fred Sorsabal stated that Council could direct staff to pursue
DFSI qualifications for CDBG funds but reminded Council of the strict
regulations placed by Federal Government regarding these funds. Mr. Sorsabal
concluded by stating that DESI was riot in a probable category for
acceptance-
2. Dennis Martin. 722 Indiana Court requested Council consider the CDBG
funds for Senior programs.
It was the consensus of Council to close the Public Hearing.
Councilman Jacobson MOVED, Councilman Anderson SECONDED to approve staff's
recommendation with the condition that the General Funded amount of $55,000
in the Capital Improvement Fund be reallocated at a later time when future
furling needs can be better appraised. M7PION CARRIED BY UN2NIMJUS VOICE
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Ordinance for Residential Refuse Collection.
City Attorney Dolley read the title of the following:
ORDINANCE NO. 1108
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO AMENDING EL
SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 6.08 TO ADD SECTION 6.08.140 REWIRING
MANDATORY RESIMn7AL GARBAGE AND RUBBISH COLLECTION
Mayor Pro Ten schuldt MOVED, Councilman Anderson SECONDED to waive further
reading and adopt. M7PION CARRIED BY THE FOLTOWING VOICE VOIE•
AYES: Councilmen Anderson, Schuldt, West and Mayor Siadek
NOES: Councilman Jacobson
Councilman West asked the City Attorney for clarification on the ordinance.
City Attorney Dolley stated the ordinance provides for the regular and
mandatory collection of garbage and rubbish from single - family and multi -
unit residences within the City. All occupants of residential dwelling units
shall be required to use the refuse service provided by the City and the
occupant or owner shall be charged a fee regardless of whether refuse is
placed for collection. The ordinance further provides for a fee waiver
method to be determined by the City's Director of Finance. The establishment
of fees, Attorney Dolley concluded, would require the passage of another
ordinance.
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1. Councilman West expressed concern over the kinds of limitations given to
the Planning Department and the specific direction given by Council with
regard to development. Councilman West stated this could be something for
the new Council to look at further.
2. Notification to Council that Commissioner McCaverty's term on
Recreation and Parks Commission expires 5/14/88.
Mayor .de Y 911 Cot=11nan Axderson 7N 170 to accept extension
YA [ 1711 BY LROOnlJOUS VOICE V=.
3. Planning Commission Minute Resolution establishing April 28, 1988
public hearing for presentation of draft of Los Angeles County Hazardous
Waste Management Plan and receipt of public testimony.
Councilman Jacobson MOVED, Councilman Anderson SE03= to approve the
Public Hearing Date set by the Planning Commission. 3OTIC7 CARRY BY
UNANIY= WILE VOTE.
4. Status Report from Downtown El Segundo Inc. -Iou Young, Treasurer of the
Board.
sandy Jacobs. Member of the Board of Directors of DPSI gave a brief status
report regarding the Progress of the group.
Received and Filed.
CONSENT ACEN D&
All items listed are to be adopted by one motion without discussion and
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 Minutes from the Regular City Council Meeting-March 15 1988
Approve as written.
2. Minutes from the Special Meeting of City Council -March 24, 1988 -10:00
AM
Approve as written.
3. Bid Number 1087 for a dump body for use by the Sanitation De
Award bid to low bidder Universal Truck Body for $11,015.30 including tax
and installation. Budgeted from the Equipment Replacement Fund $40,000.
Total cost of truck and dump bed $45,000. No additional appropriation
needed due to saving on other units purchased this year from fund.
4. Library Donation of $50.00 from the Westchester Women of the Moose,
Chapter Number 1437
Accept donation
staff to solicit bids
7. To award the bid for replacement and Purchase of two (2)
reader /printers to be used in the City Library.
Award the bid to the lowest bidder, Astro Office Products, Inc., for
$9,364.10, including sales tax.
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8. Request from Building Safety Department for additional appropriation of
$50.000 for professional and technical services
Approve additional appropriation request of $50,000 to be appropriated from
increase in revenue from fees for plan check and energy plan check.
9. Warrants Nos. 12984 -13208 on Demand Register Summary Number 19 in total
amount of $1,347,080.05
Approve: Warrant Demand Register and authorize staff to release checks.
Ratify: Payroll and Employee Benefit checks; checks released early due to
contracts or agreements; Emergency disbursements and or adjustments.
Councilman Anderson requested that item Mmber 6 be pulled for discussion.
Councilman West MOVED, Councilman Jacobson SECONDED to approve the remaining
items under the Consent Agenda. MWICN Q%MM BY 12MDUE VOICE VOTE.
6. Presentation of Tri -Party Agreement (City of El Segundo, Chevron USA,
Pac -Bell) in Connection with "Future Street" to be developed east of Allied
WaV (parcel Map No. 17750).
Approve agreement
Councilman Anderson asked if this was the last obstacle before getting the
deed to this property.
City Manager Sorsabal stated there is one more obstacle but the City should
have the deed within 60 days.
Councilman Anderson DIED, Mayor Siadek SECONDED to approve item number 6.
MO CN CARRIED BY UNANnMOs VOICE VOTE.
NEW BUSIN ESS-= MANAGER
1. Request of Downtown El Segundo, Inc. to Iardscane Parkina Lots.
Select alternative design and authorize staff to prepare plans for bidding
purposes-
Barbara Culbertson. Cli- Chairperson of DFSI stated that the funds being used
for this project are CDBG and would not propose a cost to the City.
Alan Burke, International IarldSCaplrl4 stated the landscaping would provide a
more palatable solution to the proposed lots. Mr. Burke asked Council for
support with regard to the design.
Director of Public Works, William Glickman stated that the addition of any
shrubs would reduce the size of parking spaces.
Councilman West MOVED, Mayor Siadek SECONDED to approve Plan 1 which states:
The goal of this design is to provide the most positive impact in the
project area. The specific plant materials suggested on the plans have been
carefully suggested with low maintenance, drought tolerant materials being
selected. It should also be noted that these plantings also reflect many
suggestions outlined in the Van Dell report.
To maximize the effectiveness of the landscaping, Plan 1 for each lot
requires a loss of three spaces (two on Main and one on Richmond) and the
change of 10 spaces (Richmond only) from the current designation of all
standard size to compact spaces.
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Spaces that are now lost entirely to planting areas will provide some space
for use of bicycle and motorcycle parking, the latter which may now be
responsible for use of spaces by automobiles.
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AYES: Councilmen Anderson, Schuldt, West and Mayor Siadek
Councilman Jacobson stated he was in favor of beautification but did not
agree with the lass of universal car spaces.
2. Finance Department request for reclassification of Avxhasing /License
Supervisor to Purchasing Agent (to rerain management /confidential position,
salary range set at rID11) .
City Attorney Colley read the title of the following:
RESOLUITCC NO.
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3. Report and Recommendation to hire a consultant to develop a user
fee /cost allocation plan for the City of E1 Segundo.
City Manager Eyed Sorsabal stated that it was re=miended the City Council
authorize entering into an agreement with the firm of David M. Griffith and
Associates, Ltd. to develop a user fee /cost allocation plan for a fee of
$23, 000. And the City Council appropriate said funds from the General Elul
Reserves to the Finance Department's budget for Professional and Technical
account.
Mayor Pro Tem Schuldt MOVED, Councilman Jacobson SECONDED to approve the
recotTme elation. MXTON CARRIED BY UMMMUM VOICE VOTE.
4. Request for City Council to accept and approve proposal from
Telecommunications Management Corporation to provide consulting services to
the City in negotiations with Paragon Comammications for new cable
Councilman .w•so MOVED, Councilman d • SECONDED to approve proposal
and authorize staff to issue purchase order to lNale=mmmications Management
Corporation in t- amount of 0 0. MOTION CAN=) CPI • P 11 •1. VOICE
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NEW BUSINESS - CITY MANACm2 (pcffltinued)
5. Resolution to approve rebuild proposal of El Segundo Cable Television
System by Paragon Cable.
City Attorney read the title of the following:
REMI.VTION NO.
AtKIL-4-LION OF I COUNCIL OF • 1 = • • EL 1• CUXFM41A,
APFROVING THE r• CCMJNI=CNS PIANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR rER
• E•U• • OF I EL SEGJNM CABLE SYSTEM.
Councilman Jacobson MOVED, Councilman West M •7• to waive further reading
and adopt. • • V• M1 }I BY 1 M1 1 • L WICE VOTE.
NEW BUS 1 ID. M ATTCIMEY
NEW
1. Request to retain outside or county services to supervise April 12,
1988 election.
Councilman West questioned the ballot procedures.
City Clerk Ron Hart explained the ballot procedures regarding the upcoming
election.
2. Discussion of City Policy on public advertising.
GOOD OF THE CEUM - None
PUELIC C 0W4UNICATICNS -(FIVE 2IINDIE LIMIT)
1. Demis Martin, 722 Indiana Court requested a copy of the consultants
(Agenda Item number 3, New Business - City Manager) methodology for
preparing their report.
2. Gary Wallace, 516 Oteaon St. thanked Councilmen Jack Siadek and Keith
Srhuldt for their time and support over the years. Mr. Wallace expressed
concern aver the possible passage of Proposition C.
NEM R TATS
Mayor Siadek adjourned in memory of
JIM OTI AN, a 47 -year E1 Segundo resident, who died March 21 at age 70.
JACK NinrnS, died March 28 at age 67.
VER M L. i HA=, a 42 year resident, died March 17 at age 79.
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At the hour of 10:30 p.m. Council adjourned to the Mayor's Office for a
Closed Session an the following:
Pursuant to the California Government Code a Closed Session will be
held on the following matters:
GC 54956.9(a) (City a party to pending litigation)
KIIRDY V CITY OF EL SBaRm
R.IEWIS V CITY OF EL SEOLM D
GC 54956.9(b) (City might have significant exposure to litigation)
1 matters
GC 54956.9(c) (City might decide to initiate litigation)
0 matters
Personnel Matters
1 matter
At the hour of 10:55 p.m. Council reconvened in the Council Chambers with
all members present and answering roll call. City Attorney Dolley announced
that no actions were taken in Closed Session.
At the hour of 10:59 Council adjourned.
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