1998 SEP 15 CC MIN-7MINUTES OF THE
REGULAR MEETING OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 1998 - 7:00 P.M.
Next Resolution # 4089
Next Ordinance #1288
CALL TO ORDER Mayor Gordon at 7:00 P.M.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Members of Boy Scout Troop #773
PRESENTATIONS -
(1) Commendation recognizing Jalnes Jordan, Eagle Scout from Boy Scout Troop #773, on his
community service project in repainting the stenciled designs on over 350 City storm drains.
Councilmember Gaines presented a Certificate of Commendation to Scout Leader Lacy Cook on
behalf of James Jordan, Eagle Scout.
(2) Proclamation joining with the United Nations in recognizing the year -long observance of the
"INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF OLDER PERSONS," commencing on October 1, 1998.
Councilmember Wernick read a proclamation, and presented it to President of the Senior Citizens
Club.
(3) Councilmember McDowell presented a Certificate of Commendation to Eric Johnson, President, of
ESRA (El Segundo Residents Association.)
(4) Mayor ProTem Jacobs presented a Certificate of Commendation to the Fellows class of 1998 of
CORO.
(5) Mayor Gordon presented a Certificate of Commendation to Sue Carter of The Friends of the El
Segundo Public Library.
ROLL CALL
Mayor Gordon
Mayor ProTem Jacobs
Councilmember Wernick
Councilmember Gaines
Councilmember McDowell
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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, Hurst so identify themselves prior to addressing the City Council Failure to do so shall be a
misdemeanor and punishable by a fine of $250 Four (4) individuals addressed Council
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1. Liz Garnholz, resident, suggested that the Boy Scouts stencil addresses on curbs as a project;
expressed concern regarding paramedic transport charges; and addressed the City of Los Angeles
updates regarding a recent Noise meeting.
2. Sandra Mason, resident, requested that Council address the subject of leaf blowers.
Mayor Gordon requested the Interim City Manager provide a report on the City's current laws
regarding nose and leaf blowers.
3. Barbara Parchen, business owner; proposed weekly evening street fairs on Main Street and
surrounding area with a possible farmers market.
4. Bill Mason, President of the Chamber of Commerce, requested City support and assistance for the
1998 Richmond Street Festival, scheduled from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Saturday, October 10, 1998,
and approval for Chamber to host a one day sale of beer on City property.
5. Sandra Mason, resident, expressed concern with the proposed Beer Garden.
MOVED by Councilmember McDowell, SECONDED by Mayor ProTem Jacobs, to approve the El
Segundo Chamber of Commerce request for City support and assistance for the 1998 Richmond
Street Festival, scheduled from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 10, 1998 and approval
of the Chamber hosting of a one day sale of beer on City property. MOTION PASSED BY
UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. 5/0.
A. PROCEDURAL MOTIONS
Consideration of a motion to read all ordinances and resolutions on this Agenda by title only.
MOVED by Councilmember Wernick, SECONDED by Councilmember Gaines, to read all
ordinances and resolutions on this Agenda by title only. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS
VOICE VOTE. 5/0.
B. SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS -
2. Announcement and introduction of new City Manager and approval of employment contract.
Acting City Manager, Jack Wayt, introduced new City Manager, Mary Strenn, to the Public
and Staff and advised that Ms. Strenn will begin work with the City of El Segundo on
September 28, 1998.
MOVED by Councilmember Wernick, SECONDED by Mayor ProTem Jacobs, to approve
Contract No. 2530, with Mary Strenn, City Manager, with the addition of health coverage in
the severance provisions of the Contract. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE
VOTE. 5/0.
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3. Proposed (Third quarter) amendments (unfinished items) to the General Plan and Zoning
Code: 1) Signs; and 6) Amplified Sound Permits; and, a Negative Declaration of
Environmental Impacts in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA), Environmental Assessment EA -419A, General Plan Amendment 97 -3A, and Zone
Text Amendment ZTA 97 -3A, Third quarter Amendments. Applicant: City of El Segundo.
Mayor Gordon stated this is the time and place hereto fixed for a Public Hearing on the
Proposed (Third quarter) amendments (unfinished items) to the General Plan and Zoning
Code: 1) Signs; and 6) Amplified Sound Permits; and, a Negative Declaration of
Environmental Impacts in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act
(CEQA), Environmental Assessment EA -419A, General Plan Amendment 97 -3A, and Zone
Text Amendment ZTA 97 -3A, Third quarter Amendments. Applicant: City of El Segundo.
He asked if proper notice had been given and if any written communications had been
received. Clerk Mortesen stated that proper notice had been given and no written
communications had been received.
No individuals addressed Council.
MOVED by Mayor ProTem Jacobs, SECONDED by Councilmember Wernick, to continue
the Public Hearing to a regular City Council meeting on October 20,1998. MOTION
PASSED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. 5/0.
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - NONE
D. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS -
4. Appointment made by the City Council on Tuesday, September 15, 1998 to one position on
the Community Cable Advisory Committee.
Mayor Gordon announced the appointment of Winton Churchill to a full 4 year term on the
Community Cable Advisory Committee expiring October 31, 2002.
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.
5. Warrant Numbers 250100 - 250405 on Demand Register Summary Number 04 in total amount
of $1,620,828.67, and Wire Transfers in the amount of $270,192.98.
6. City Council meeting minutes of September 1, 1998.
7. PULLED FOR DISCUSSION BY COUNCILMEMBER GAINES.
8. Request to reclassify one position from Police Administration Analyst II to Records and
Communications Manager at an additional total compensation cost of $3,438 to be funded
through FY 98 -99 salary savings, and adopt Resolution No. 4092.
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9. Proposed class specification and Resolution No. 4090 establishing a monthly salary range for
the new Community Cable Division job classification of Multi -Media Specialist. Fiscal
Impact: Funding for the one position job classification is contained in the Fiscal Year 1998 -99
Operating Budget.
10. Examination plans for designated Personnel Merit System job classifications.
11. Award Contract No. 2632 to Pavement Coatings Company for the fiscal year 1997 -98 Slurry
Seal - Project No. PW 97 -28 (contract amount $78,442.86).
12. Implementation plan for City Telemetering (SCADA) System for Water, Sanitary Sewer and
Storm Drain Facilities.
13. Request from DIRECTV to install a temporary banner (60' x 90' - 5,400 square feet total), to
thank their customers. The sign would be located on the north side of their building at 2320
East Imperial Boulevard, and would be in place for two months, from September 17 to
November 14, 1998 (Sign Plan 98 -30). Applicant: DIRECTV.
14. Local Resources Program Grant application to Metropolitan Water District for development
of a City water well.
MOVED by Councilmember McDowell, SECONDED by Councilmember Gaines, to approve
Consent Agenda Items 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 and 14. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS
VOICE VOTE. 5/0.
CALL ITEMS FROM CONSENT AGENDA
7. Request City Council approve the awarding Contract No. 2631 for Architectural Services for
Fire Station No. 2 to Robbins, Jorgensen, Christopher as the most qualified architectural firm.
Fiscal impact: approximately $170,000.
Comments and discussion on the expected costs of the new Fire Station by Councilmember
Gaines and Fire Chief Pedego.
MOVED by Councilmember Wernick, SECONDED by Councilmember Gaines, to approve
Contract No. 2631, for Architectural Services for Fire Station No. 2 to Robbins, Jorgensen,
Christopher as the most qualified architectural firm. Fiscal impact: approximately $170,000.
MOTION PASSED BY UNANAMOUS VOICE VOTE. 510.
F. NEW BUSINESS - CITY MANAGER - NONE
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G. NEW BUSINESS - CITY ATTORNEY -
15. An Ordinance adopting by reference changes to the Los Angeles Code regulating food
establishments.
Council consensus to direct staff to schedule for public hearing and first reading at a regular
City Council meeting on October 20,1998, and second reading and adoption at a regular City
Council meeting on November 3, 1998.
H. NEW BUSINESS - CITY CLERK - NONE
I. NEW BUSINESS - CITY TREASURER - NONE
J. NEW BUSINESS AND REPORTS - CITY COUNCILMEMBERS
Councilmember McDowell —
Reported on the Investment Advisory Committee meeting, and complimented Bill Bue,
Treasurer, on a wonderful job.
Councilmember Gaines
Spoke regarding the Sound Installation Program and the airport administration's views on
providing 20% of costs with aviation agreements; stated the City Attorney is developing
language to provide legislative relief, and addressed Prop 9, deregulation of power companies
requesting that staff schedule a briefing at a regular City Council meeting in October.
Councilmember Wernick -
16. Suggestion for Community Cable to consider producing a video heritage log and a weekly El
Segundo news program.
Received Council consensus to direct the Cable Staff to investigate the possibilities of
developing a heritage log and possible news magazine program; and reported on a Senior
Citizens Task Force Meeting.
Mayor Pro Tern Jacobs —
Reported on a Business Task Force Meeting, advised that the SCAG Transportation
Committee is working on amending the regional transportation plan; and announced a visit
by Sister City representatives on September 23, 1998, and urged everyone to attend.
Mayor Gordon -
Mayor Gordon requested the Council consider an issue that arose after the posting of the
Agenda. MOVED by Mayor ProTem Jacobs SECONDED by Councilmember McDowell to
address the issue of a Resolution calling for a Regional Airport Plan for Southern California.
MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. 5/0.
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Mayor Gordon read Resolution No. 4091 by title only:
RESOLUTION NO. 4091
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL
SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, CALLING FOR A REGIONAL AIRPORT
PLAN FOR SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA.
MOVED by Mayor Gordon, SECONDED by Councilmember Wermck, to adopt
Resolution No. 4091 calling for a regional airport plan for Southern California. MOTION
PASSED BY UANANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. 5/0.
Mayor Gordon gave an update regarding the airport, a SLAG sub - committee meeting on
Noise, and the Senior Task Force Meeting; and announced that Cal -Trans has denied the
City's request for a left hand turn lane from Grand Avenue to Sepulveda.
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
Four (4) individuals addressed Council
1. Bill Mason, Chamber of Commerce President, complimented Council's actions to grade restaurants,
and the Prop 9 Forum.
2. Liz Garnholz, resident, addressed the City Water Well Grant Application and questioned when there
will be a presentation.
Mayor Gordon stated that a presentation will be made at the October 6, 1998 City Council meeting.
3. Sandra Mason, resident, supported a new magazine show on Community Cable, and asked if the
City's Car shows could be held on Sundays.
4. David Hafferan, resident, suggested beautifying El Segundo and planting trees.
MEMORIALS: Adjournment in Memory of the City's former Library Director, Barbara Kirby.
CLOSED SESSION - NONE
ADJOURNMENT: at 9:15 p.m. to October 6, 1998 at 5:00 p.m.
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