1989 JUN 20 CC MINEL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL MEETING -JUNE 20,1989- 7:OOPM
CALL TO ORDER by Mayor Jacobson at 7:00 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE led by Mayor ProTem Dannen.
PRESENTATIONS - NONE
ROLL CALL
Councilman Anderson- present
Councilman Clutter- present
Councilman Dannen- present
Councilman West- present
Mayor Jacobson- present
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS -
1. Dennis Martin, 722 Indiana Court encouraged the Council to invite key
representatives of the community to the next Budget Study Session set for Tuesday,
June 27, 1989.
SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS
1. Hearing - transfer, as of 6- 30 -89, all remaining Federal General Revenue Sharing
Funds from unexpended programs and accounts to the General Fund for Police and Fire
salaries and fringe benefits.
Mayor Jacobson announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed for a
Hearing - transfer, as of 6- 30 -89, all remaining Federal General Revenue Sharing Funds
from unexpended programs and accounts to the General Fund for Police and Fire
salaries and fringe benefits.
Mayor Jacobson asked if notice of the hearing had been given. City Clerk Hart stated
that since this was not a Public Hearing, published notice was not required, it was of
course, posted within the required time available to the public.
Mayor Jacobson asked if any written communication had been received. City Clerk Hart
stated none had been received.
Mayor Jacobson opened the hearing.
Interim Finance Director, John Stark stated the hearing is necessary and required by
law because of the Federal Reserve Sharing Funds. The transfer is necessary or the
Federal Government will request the funds be returned.
Councilman West MOVED, Mayor ProTem Dannen SECONDED to close the Hearing.
Councilman Anderson MOVED, Mayor ProTem Dannen SECONDED to approve the
transfer. MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of El Segundo, California, amending
Title 10 (Vehicles and Traffic) of the El Segundo Municipal Code. Allowing Radar in
Traffic Enforcement.
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS - continued
City Attorney Dolley read the title of the following.
ORDINANCE NO. 1141
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 10 (VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC) OF THE
EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE.
Councilman West MOVED, Mayor ProTem Damien SECONDED to waive further
reading. MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE.
Mayor ProTem Dannen MOVED, Councilman West SECONDED to approve as written.
MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE.
REPORTS OF COMMITTEES, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
1. Appointment of two (2) candidates for four -year terms on the Recreation & Parks
Commission
Mayor Jacobson stated interviews were held last Thursday and announced the Council
consensus to reappoint Debbie Bundy and to appoint Kimberly Jamie to the Recreation
and Parks Commission.
2. Appointment of one (1) Director to serve a four -year term on the Senior Citizens
It was the consensus of Council to appoint Charles Stevens to the Senior Citizens
Housing Corporation.
3. Notification of expiration of Planning Commission term June 30.
Councilman West MOVED, CouncilmanAnderson SECONDED to reappoint Jack Schott
to the Planning Commission. MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE.
CONSENT AGENDA
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.
2. Warrants Nos. 200743 -20924 Demand Register Summary Number 26 in total
amount of $ 761,408.36
Approve: Warrant Demand Register and authorize staff to release check. Ratify: Payroll
and Employee Benefit Checks; checks released early due to contracts or agreements;
Emergency disbursements and or adjustments.
4. Extension of Agreement with Daniel Freeman Hospital regarding the Home
Delivered Meals Program for one -year using Community Development Block Grant
agreement [PL - AGREEMENT]
5. 1988 -89 Heater Re -mix and Asphalt Concrete Overlay on Streets at Various
Award Contract of $102,673.17 to
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6. Task Order No. 3 -Final design services by Harris and Associates for preparations
of final construction drawings and specifications for Storm Drain Pump Stations 15 and
19
Approve Task Order No. 3 in the amount of $173,530.00 [DS - AGREEMENT]
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CONSENT AGENDA - continued
Accept the work as com
8. Tract Map 46345 - 535 East Walnut Avenue
Approve final tract map for 6 unit condominium project
9. Resolution urging federal government to reallocate resources so more anti -drug
Adopt Resolution [CM - RESOLUTION]
Mayor ProTem Dannen called item number 1; Councilman West called item number
3 and 10; and Councilman Clutter called item number 11 be removed for discussion.
Councilman West MOVED, Councilman Anderson SECONDED to approve the
remaining items listed under the Consent Agenda. MOTION CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE.
CALL ITEMS FROM CONSENT AGENDA
1. Warrants Nos. 200499 -20739 Demand Register Summary Number 25 in total
amount of $ 1,298,404.36.
Approve: Warrant Demand Register and authorize staff to release check. Ratify: Payroll
and Employee Benefit Checks; checks released early due to contracts or agreements;
Emergency disbursements and or adjustments.
Mayor ProTem Dannen drew his colleagues attention to item number 20499 page 49 of
the Demand Register; purchase of Computer equipment.
Mayor ProTem Dannen MOVED that from this day forward all purchases of computer
hardware and software have prior approval by City Council.
Councilman West questioned Council's ability to create staffpolicy and possibly limiting
management's ability to carry out city business.
Councilman Clutter SECONDED. MOTION CARRIED BY THE FOLLOWING VOICE
VOTE:
AYES: Councilmen Anderson, Clutter, Dannen and Mayor Jacobson
NOES: Councilman West
Mayor ProTem Dannen MOVED, Councilman West SECONDED to approve the
remaining items listed on the Demand Register. MOTION CARRIED BYUNANIMOUS
VOICE VOTE.
3. Hold Harmless The Owner of Premises (600 N. Sepulveda) to be used by Fire
Dept. and Police Dept. for training
Approve Hold Harmless Agreement. [FD - AGREEMENT]
Councilman West commended the Fire Department for their innovative use of this
property for training purposes.
Councilman West MOVED, Mayor ProTem Dannen SECONDED to approve the
agreement. MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE.
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10. Amendment to License Agreement with Alondra County Club Inc. for Operation
of Golf Course and Driving Range.
Approve.
Councilman West requested clarification regarding this item.
Assistant City Manager, Don Harrison stated this item is an amendment to an
agreement at 336 Sepulveda and provides for rental credit in the amount by which
repairs were made for damages by the previous occupant.
Councilman West MOVED, Mayor ProTem Dannen SECONDED to approve the
amendment. MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE.
Councilman Clutter expressed concern over the arbitrary transfer each year of
equipment and vehicles to Guymas.
Councilman Clutter MOVED to refrain from arbitrary transfers of vehicles in the future.
Council discussion ensued regarding the value of the potential transfers and the transfer
of six radios to the Regional Communication Center.
Councilman Clutter's MOTION died for lack of SECOND.
Mayor ProTem Dannen questioned the 1985 Dodge Mini Van as listed on the surplus
list.
Fire Chief Sloan, upon the advisement of Council will review this matter and determine
if the City can utilize the vehicle in question.
Mayor ProTem Dannen requested postponement of this item for 30 days.
Councilman West MOVED to retain the Minibus, and transfer the remaining surplus
for $1,500.00 to Guymas, Mexico, Councilman Anderson SECONDED.
Mayor ProTem Dannen asked Councilman West to include the Mayor's request for the
six radios transfer to the Regional Communication Center (RCC).
Councilman West agreed to revise his MOTION to reflect the Mayor's request.
Mayor Jacobson called for question.
Councilman West MOVED, Councilman Anderson SECONDED to retain the Minibus,
transfer the six radios to the RCC and increase the transfer cost to $3,000. MOTION
CARRIED BY THE FOLLOWING VOICE VOTE:
AYES: Councilmen Anderson, West and Mayor Jacobson
NOES: Councilmen Clutter and Dannen
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NEW BUSINESS -CITY MANAGER
1. Resolution for Limited and Temporary Authority to expand funds of the city
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Mayor ProTem Dannen asked that the City Manager be reflected as an authoritative
figure in this resolution.
City Attorney Dolley stated that the Finance Director has some authority under the
State Code with regard to fiscal budgetary measures.
Mayor ProTem Dannen stated he would like this resolution to reflect the fact that the
City Manager is authorized to expend monies for the purpose of City operations, ongoing
contractual agreements and emergencies until July 31, 1989 as per the El Segundo
Municipal Code.
City Attorney Dolley stated the resolution would reflect the wording change to
authorize the City Manager to expend General Purpose Funds.
Attorney Dolley further stated the proposed Payroll Expense Tax ordinance would be
circulated by noon Friday, June 23, 1989, would be available for Public viewing in the
City Clerk's office and would be ready for Council's first reading at the Budget Study
Session on Tuesday, June 27, 1989; and could be adopted at the July 5th Council
Meeting with Public Hearing notification.
City Attorney Dolley read the title of the following.
RESOLUTION NO.3599
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL, OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO,
CALIFORNIA, GIVING THE CITY MANAGER LIMITED AND TEMPORARY
AUTHORITYTO EXPEND FUNDS OF THE CITY PENDING THE APPROVAL
OF THE 1989 -90 CITY BUDGET.
Mayor ProTem Dannen MOVED, Councilman Clutter SECONDED to waive further
reading and adopt the resolution with noted changes. MOTION CARRIED BY
UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE.
NEW BUSINESS -CITY ATTORNEY - NONE
COUNCILMEMBERS REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
-Mayor Pro Tem Dannen
Discussion And Council Direction to staff concerning status of southern California
Edison's Payment of delinquent Business License.
Assistant City Manager Don Harrison stated this year they claimed 89 employees and
4,960 square feet. They paid $4,790 for 1989. Last year they paid $2,309. Mr. Harrison's
figures were derived from direct Business License receipts.
Mayor ProTem Dannen MOVED to direct the City Attorney to research the code for
proper adherence and to recover the appropriate balance due by Southern California
Edison, and directed staff to confirm the floor area as claimed by Southern California
Edison, Councilman Clutter SECONDED.
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COUNCII.MF.M 3ERS REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS- continued
Councilman West expressed concern regarding the role this Council is attempting to
take regarding business licenses.
MOTION CARRIED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE.
-Mayor Jacobson
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS -(City Business Not Elsewhere On The Agenda Only- 5
minute limit)
1. Richard Meeker, Representative of Southern California Edison stated it was his
understanding that all amended business license fees for 1988 had been resolved by
former City Manager Fred Sorsabal. He stated his company is more than willing to
provide the City with any information needed to resolve Council's concerns.
Mayor Jacobson advised Mr. Meeker to supply Attorney Dolley with any and all
verifications of settlements.
MEMORIALS - NONE
CLOSED SESSION
Pursuant to the California Government Code a Closed Session will be held on the
following matters:
1. Hometel VS City of El
GC 54957.6- Employee Group Negotiations
1 Matter
At the hour of 8:15 p.m. Council adjourned to the Mayor's Office for a Closed Session.
At the hour of 9:16 p.m. Mayor ProTem Dannen entered the Council Chamber as there
was a potential conflict of interest regarding Hometel vs City of El Segundo.
At the hour of 9:40 p.m. the remainder of Council reconvened in the Council Chambers
with all members, including Mayor Pro Tem Dannen present and answering roll call.
City Attorney Dolley announced that no action was taken in Closed Session.
ADJOURNMENT
At the hour of 9:45 p.m. Council adjourned to Tuesday, June 27, 1989 at 7:00 for a
Budget and Revenue Considerations.
RECORDED,
RONALD L. HART CMC, CITY CLERK
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