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1997 APR 15 CC MIN-7MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 1997 - 7:00 P.M. CALLED TO ORDER by Mayor Jacobs at 7:05 p.m. INVOCATION given by Father Joseph Azadian, Saint Anthony Roman Catholic Church PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE led by Councilman Weston CHARACTER COUNTS Mayor ProTem Wemick presented the "Responsibility" Character Count. City Attorney Mark Hensley announced the settlement between Bue vs. the City of El Segundo, and El Segundo vs. the State of California. PRESENTATIONS - 1. Proclamation declaring April 13 -19, 1997 as National Library Week in El Segundo and encouraging all adults to take a child to a library this week to help them experience a world of learning, adventure and imagination. Councilwoman Friedkin presented the Proclamation to Director of Library Services, Barbara Pearson. 2. Presentation by the El Segundo PTAs to the City Library of a collection of books, tapes, audio tapes, and instructional materials to start a "Parenting Library" to benefit parents in the community in the successful raising of their children. Beth Muraida of the PTA presented the gift to Barbara Pearson. 3. Presentation to Council of the City's web page. Received and Filed. ROLL CALL Mayor Jacobs Present Mayor ProTem Wernick Present Councilman Gordon Present Councilman Weston Present Councilwoman Friedkin Present PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS - (Related to City Business Only - 5 minute limit per person, 30 minute limit total) Individuals who have received value of $50 or more to communicate to the City Council on behalf of another, and employees speaking on behalf of their employer, must so identify themselves prior to addressing the City Council. Failure to do so shall be a misdemeanor and punishable by a fine of $:50. Six (6) individuals addressed Council individuals addressed Council Chuck Dedeurwater, 425 Lomita !poke regarding the adoption of the resolution in response to the proposed LAX Expansion. Charles O'Hearn, 912 Virginia Street spoke regarding the disaster preparedness sponsored by the Fire Department and thanked the City for it, and he suggested it be advertised. City Council Minutes 4/15/97 - 7:00 p.m. Liz Garnholtz, Resident, ASNAC requested Item C -1 be brought forward. Frank Wong, 435 Valley Street spoke regarding the Web Page demonstration. 1. Report by Dana Brown, Community Coordinator of Character Counts, on the accomplishments of the program in the last 9 months. Dana presented a report on Character Counts accomplishments in the past 9 months. Council received and filed. 2. Request by Owners of 770 W. Imperial Avenue to discuss RSI program. No action taken by the Council. (No speaker present) 3. Request by El Segundo Chamber of Commerce for approval and support of the Annual "Let's Do Lunch" event at City Hall Plaza on Wednesday, May 7, 1997 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (Fiscal Impact: Approximately $280, representing City personnel during regular working hours.) MOVED by Councilman Weston; SECONDED by Councilwoman Friedkin to approve of the support of the Annual "Let's Do Lunch" event at City Hall Plaza on Wednesday,. May 7, 1997 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE 5/0. A. PROCEDURAL MOTIONS 1. Consideration of a motion to read all ordinances and resolutions on this Agenda by title only. MOVED by Councilwoman Friedkin; SECONDED by Councilman Gordon to read all ordinances and resolutions on this Agenda by title only. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. 510. B. SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS - Public Hearing on Urgency Ordinance of the City Council of the City of El Segundo, California extending) Ordinance No. 1269 and prohibiting on an interim basis massage establishments except in the Urban Mixed -Use Zone. Mayor Jacobs stated this is the time and place hereto fixed for a Public Hearing on an Urgency Ordinance of the City Council of the City of E.1 Segundo, California extending Ordinance No. 1269 and prohibiting on an interim basis massage establishments except in the Urban Mixed -Use Zone. Mayor Jacobs ask if proper notice had been done in a timely manner, and if any written communications had been received. Clerk Mortesen stated that proper noticing had been done and no written communications had been received. Mark Hensley, City Attorney, presented a report to Council. No one wished to address the Co ancil. Council consensus to close the Public Hearing. City Attorney Mark Hensley read the following: ORDINANCE NO. 1270 AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, EXTENDING ORDINANCE NO. 1269 AND PROHIBITING ON AN INTERIM BASIS MASSAGE ESTAEILISHMENTS EXCEPT IN THE URBAN MIXED -USE ZONE. 2 City Council Minutes 4/15/97 - 7:00 p.m. MOVED by Mayor ProTem Wemick; SECONDED by Councilman Weston to adopt Ordinance 1270, extending Ordinance No. 1269 and prohibiting on an interim basis massage establishments except in the Urban Mixed -Use Zone. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE 510. 2. Ordinance of the City Council of the City of El Segundo, California, amending Section 2.28.030, Title 2, of the El Segundo Municipal Code to reflect the deletion of certain exclusions from the personnel merit system. Jim Morrison, City Manager, presented a report. City Attorney Hensley read ordinance by title only: ORDINANCE 1271 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 2.28.030, TITLE 2, OF THE EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE TO REFLECT THE DELETION OF CERTAIN EXCLUSIONS FROM THE PERSONNEL MERIT SYSTEM. INTRODUCED by Councilwoman Friedkin. C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - 1. Adopt Resolution concerning objections to the LAX Master Plan. Liz Garnholtz, resident, ASNAC spoke regarding the resolution and recommended #B submitted by Councilman Liam Weston. Herb Kelly, resident spoke in opposition to the LAX Expansion. Charles O'Hearn, ASNAC spoke on the need for a resolution expressing our concerns. Frank Wong, 435 Valley Street spoke against LAX Expansion. Steve Storm, resident supports the need for a resolution. Bill Kesner, resident Palm Street spoke regarding the issue of Health and Safety. Gert Vaugley, resident Mariposa Avenue spoke against LAX Expansion and stated Council should be firmer with the airport. Council discussion ensued regarding the resolution concerning objections to the LAX Master Plan. MOVED by Councilman Weston; SECONDED by Councilwoman Friedkin to adopt Resolution 4008 with alterations to include #4 Whereas to #1 Whereas with wording changes, and delete #10 Whereas completely, and add a sentance to the #11 Whereas. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE 510. RECESS at 9:00 p.m. RECONVENED at 9:15 ROLL CALL all Councilmembers present. 3 City Council Minutes 4/15/97 - 7:00 p.m. 2. Discussion of possible action concerning City Water Utility in regards to changes mandated by Proposition 218, and a Proposed Water Rate Restructuring Plan (fiscal impact: estimated increase to Water Funds $496,000.00). Terry Fannel, California Water Service Company stated they did not have a revised bid. Joel Dickson, Golden State Water Company referred to his letter which Council received tonight, stating he would modify his bid to have a rate increase to 4.2% with the verification of the supply margins. Ed Schroder, Director of Public Works, stated he reviewed the budget administrative costs and provided the Council with updated numbers. Carl Johnson, Lead Worker of the El Segundo Water Department spoke regarding a petition with over 365 signatures in support of retaining water service in house. Robert F. Hunt, 347 Service Employees Union; Loran Hammond, President of General Employees Association; Tom Curtis, former employee, Gert Vagley, resident Mariposa Avenue; Gary Wallace, 560 Nevada; and Frank Wong, 435 Valley were all in favor or retaining local control. Tony Ludy, resident stated that working with the City employees is superior to other companies, and other cities have increased costs. Brian Crowley, 501 California Street in favor of maintaining level of service and costs. Golden State Bidder stated they would retain all employees. Council discussion ensued regard ng City Water Utility changes mandated by Proposition 218, and a proposed water rate restructuring plan. MOVED by Councilman Gordon; :SECONDED by Mayor ProTem Wernick to maintain local control of the water facility; increase to all existiig rates by 4 -1/2% by mail ballot; accept the recommendations of staff to decrease the administrative co!.ts and stop all financial subsides, and further investigate Proposition 218 implementation. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE 510. D. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS 1. City Council evaluation of all Commissions, Committees and Boards (CCBs) and the recruitment process. MOVED by Mayor ProTem Werni ck was in favor of placing the Cable Committee under the purview of the Recreation and Parks Commission. MOTION DIED DUE TO LACK OF SECOND. Discussion ensued regarding the :valuation and recruitment process. Council consensus to combine tho Library Board of Trustees and the Metropolitan Board; to continue recruitment, and scheduled June 10, 1997 at 6:30 p.m. for interviews. E. 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. 4 City Council Minutes 4/15/97 - 7:00 p.m. 1. Warrant Numbers 237862 - 238201 on Demand Register Summary Number 38 in total amount of $849,031.84, and Wire Transfers in the amount of $148.918.79. Approved Warrant Demand Register and Authorize staff to release. Rated: Payroll and Employee Benefit checks; checks released early due to contracts or agreements; emergency disbursements and/or adjustments; and wire transfers from 03/27/97 to 04108197. 2. ITEM PULLED BY REQUEST OF THE CITY CLERK 3. PULLED FOR DISCUSSION BY MAYOR PROTEM WERNICK. 4. Request City Council approval of a Cooperating Agencies Agreement between the City of El Segundo, Los Angeles County, and other Certified Unified Program Agencies for assuming responsibility for environmental regulatory programs, Contract No. 2497. The fees currently collected by Los Angeles County and state agencies will be collected by and for the City of El Segundo, thereby generating revenue for the City. Approved the Los Angeles County Unified Program Agencies Cooperating Agencies Agreement Number 2497 to provide a consistent and consolidated environmental inspection program, accept responsibility for conducting inspections and regulation of hazardous materials and waste facilities, and authorized the Mayor to sign the Agreement. 5. Authorization for the use of existing LA Hyperion Landscaping grant funds is requested to pay for Change Order No. 3 to the City's landscape contract with Land Forms Landscape Construction (LFLC). Approved expenditure of not more than $7,500 for additional planting in the Hyperion Landscape area. 6. PULLED FOR DISCUSSION BY MAYOR PROTEM WERNICK. MOVED by Councilwoman Friedkin; SECONDED by Mayor ProTem Wernick to approve Consent Agenda Item Numbers 1, 4, and 5. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE 510. CALLED ITEMS FROM CONSENT AGENDA 2. City Council meeting minutes of March 25 and April 1, 1997. Item pulled by request of the City Clerk. 3. Public Hearing and Appeal of the Planning Commission's approval of a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for the construction of a 20 -inch nominal diameter, high density polyethylene, subsurface pipeline in the Open Space (OS) zone; to transfer digester gas produced at the City of Los Angeles Department of Public Works Hyperion Wastewater Treatment Plant to the City of Los Angeles Department of Water and Power Scattergood Steam Generating Station, where it will be used to produce energy (EA -379, CUP 96 -2). HYPERION HAS WITHDRAWN ITS CUP APPLICATION. Mayor ProTem Wernick spoke about the conditional use permit. MOVED by Mayor ProTem Wernick; SECONDED by Councilman Gordon to direct staff to proceed with refund of the appeal fees to the appellant. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE 510. 6. Authorization for the use of existing LA Hyperion Water Treatment Plant Mitigation Monitor Implementation Plan (MMIP) grant funds is requested to pay for unanticipated services by the City's Mitigation Monitor, Robert Bein, William Frost & Associates (RBF). Mayor ProTem Wernick spoke about the request suggesting staff provide a detailed report on the use of those fundsby RBF. 5 City Council Minutes 4/15/97 - 7:00 p.m. MOVED by Mayor ProTem Wernick; SECONDED by Councilman Gordon to approve the $40,000 increase in the amount budgeted for RBF's MMIP services. Also, staff to provide Councilmembers and the President of the Hyperion Citizens Group with a detailed report on the use of the funds. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE 510. F. NEW BUSINESS - CITY MANAGER - 1. Consideration of Mr. Sidigi Ghulam Habib's application to operate an ice -cream truck within the City of El Segundo. (Fiscal impact $91.00 annually). MOVED by Councilman Weston; SECONDED by Councilman Gordon to approve application for an ice cream truck special permit pursuant to the conditions indicated. Vehicle insurance required to be as required by State. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE 5/0. G. NEW BUSINESS - CITY ATTORNEY - NONE H. NEW BUSINESS - CITY CLERK - NONE I. NEW BUSINESS - CITY TREASURER - NONE J. NEW BUSINESS AND REPORTS - CITY COUNCILMEMBERS Councilman Gordon commented on the Ground Breaking for Ralphs Market. Councilman Weston spoke regarding business attraction and new jobs. Councilwoman Friedkin - Discussion regarding City's participation in various regional and subregional organizations. Staff to prepare a matrix similar to the one prepared for CCB's on organizations, Council time, staff time, and dollar costs and comments. Mayor Pro Tern Wemick requested to aggendize the need for a Council Policy Book. Mayor Jacobs - NONE PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS - (Related to City Business Only - 5 minute limit) Individuals who have received value of $50 or more to communicate to the City Council on behalf of another, and employees speaking on behalf of their employer, must so identify themselves prior to addressing the City Council. Failure to do so shall be a misdemeanor and punishable by a fine of $250. One (1) individual address the Council. Nancy Cobb, 1218 E. Sycamore asked if commercial rates are higher than residential, and asked for clarification of Proposition 218 requirements. MEMORIALS - NONE C � �� i � ��� 1; � 1► � ► L� 1 � I I ADJOURNED at 11:20 p.m. to May 6, 1997 at 5:00 p.m. 1 CirAy Morte n, tiiy CI rk 6 City Council Minutes 4/15/97 - 7:00 p.m.