1999 APR 20 CC MIN-7MINUTES OF THE
REGULAR MEETING OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, APRIL 20, 1999 - 7:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER - Mike Gordon at 7:00 p.m.
INVOCATION - Rev. Timothy Schepman, Saint John's Lutheran Church
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Council Member John Gaines
PRESENTATIONS
(a) Council Member Wernick presented a proclamation to City Clerk Mortesen
declaring the week of May 2 through May 8, 1999 as Municipal Clerks
Week, recognizing our City Clerk's Department, and all City Clerks, for
the vital services they perform; their dedication to the communities they
represent; and encouraging the community of El Segundo to visit the City
Clerk's office during their Open House May 5, 1999, from 2:00 p.m. -
4:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Mayor Gordon -
Present
Mayor Pro Tern Jacobs -
Present
Council Member McDowell -
Present
Council Member Gaines -
Present
Council Member Wernick -
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 Cin, Council on behalf of another, and employees speaking on behalf of their emplgVer, must so identiby
themselves pnor to addressing the City Council Failure to do so shall be a misdemeanor and punishable by a fine of
$250
Mayor Gordon requested Council to hold all questions until the end of Public
Communications. He requested the Clerk to close the microphone when the speaker
has reached the five minute time limit. Council consensus.
Charles DeDeurwaerder, resident, spoke regarding clean air and the effects of the
airport and large trucks on the quality of the air we breath.
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Loretta Frye, resident, spoke regarding clean air. Also stated she was speaking on behalf
of a group of people who are concerned about the heritage walk stepping stones. Asked if
there is a contract between the City and the Chamber.
Liz Garnholtz, resident, spoke regarding the Coastal Commission meeting she attended in
Long Beach. She stated she made the Commission aware of the tank farm proposed for the
dunes. She also commented on an article in the Herald. Spoke regarding the proposed
water well, and about contract amendments to existing Professional Services Agreements
for the Planning & Building Safety Department.
Sandra Mason, resident, spoke regarding the proposed Alcoholic Beverage Control
License and the crime in the area of the proposed Mobil convenience market.
Angelica Kane of the Tree Muskateers spoke regarding Earth Day and the celebration the
Tree Muskateers are planning. Invited Council and the public to attend.
Peggy Tyrell, resident, spoke regarding the status of monies allocated for the AQMD
study.
(a) Joe Harding, Leadership El Segundo Class of 1997 -1998, requested City
approval of beautification project to place the name "El Segundo" in brush script
on the slope between Imperial Highway and Imperial Avenue near Sheldon
Street.
Bill Mason, President Chamber of Commerce, stated that the Chamber is in
support of the Leadership El Segundo beautification project.
The following residents also spoke in support of the Leadership El Segundo
Class of 1997 -1998 beautification project:
Terry Cerreto
Gail Church
Greg Parker
Luke Walker
Lisa Grant
Walt Schumacher
Joan Parker
Marian Arnold,
Steve Brouchard
(b) Mr. Ramos, St. Anthony's Church Hispanic Council, requested City Council
approval of a charity fundraising permit in connection with a one -day Cinco de
Mayo celebration to be held on Saturday, May 2, 1999, from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00
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p.m. at the Parish Hall.
MOVED by Mayor ProTem Jacobs, SECONDED by Council Member Wernick
to approve a charity fundraising permit in connection with a one -day Cinco de
Mayo celebration to be held on Saturday, May 2, 1999, from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00
p.m. at the Parish Hall provided the City is named an additional insured on the
liability insurance policy for this public charitable event. MOTION PASSED
BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. 510.
Regarding the issue of air quality, Mayor Gordon stated that AQMD testing would be
done in El Segundo. It may involve some legal issues and is being discussed in City
Council Closed Session. The funds allocated for AQMD testing were also discussed.
Council consensus to support the concept of Leadership El Segundo's beautification
project to place the name "El Segundo" in brush script on the slope between Imperial
Highway and Imperial Avenue near Sheldon Street and directed Leadership El Segundo
to begin fundraising.
Before final Council approval is given, Leadership El Segundo must demonstrate ability
to raise the large amount of funding needed, and staff to provide additional information
on project schedule, long term maintenance, funding, water issues, liability, etc. Also,
to investigate the feasibility of using vegetation instead of aluminum for lettering and
the impact on upkeep.
A. PROCEDURAL MOTIONS
Consideration of a motion to read all ordinances and resolutions on this Agenda by title
only.
MOVED by Council Member Gaines, SECONDED by Council Member McDowell to
read all ordinances and resolutions on this Agenda by title only. MOTION PASSED
BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. 510.
B. SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS - None
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS -
Request the City Council continue the services of AAM Communications for the
purpose of facilitating public noise, overflight, and odor complaints, as a
General Expense Account budget line item.
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MOVED by Mayor ProTem Jacobs, SECONDED by Council Member
McDowell to approve continuation to September 30, 2000, Contract No. 2636,
Hotline answering service with AAM Communications, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00
a.m., Monday through Friday and 24 hours a day on weekends and holidays, at
an estimated cost of $4,800.00. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS
VOICE VOTE. 510.
D. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS -
2. El Segundo Community Cable Advisory Committee request for funds to conduct
local cable phone survey. Request appropriation of $4,650.
Mayor Gordon abstained from the discussion and action.
Pat Hart, Chair, El Segundo Community Cable Advisory Committee, gave a
brief report.
MOVED by Council Member McDowell, SECONDED by Council Member
Wernick to approve funds in the amount of $4,650 for a vendor to conduct a
random survey in El Segundo to gather statistical information regarding local
cable programming and service. Staff directed to look for funding within the
budget. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. 4/0.
MAYOR GORDON NOT PARTICIPATING BECAUSE OF POTENTIAL
CONFLICT OF INTEREST.
3. Water Subcommittee report by Mr. Mike Rudinica, of Robert Bein, William
Frost & Associates (RBF) concerning findings of City water well investigation.
Item held for presentation later in the meeting.
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. Approval of Warrant Numbers 2502072- 2502314 in total amount of
$780,107.57, and Wire Transfers in the amount of $230,259.97.
5. Approval of City Council meeting minutes of April 6, 1999.
6. Approval of change to returned checks policy to charge $25.00 for check
returned for non - sufficient funds as present $10.00 charge does not cover cost
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incurred by City for returned checks.
7. Second Reading of Ordinance No. 1307 for the proposed Multimedia Overlay
(MMO) District to provide the opportunity for 1,500,000 square feet of
development to be devoted to motion picture /entertainment and related
multimedia production facilities east of Sepulveda Boulevard. Environmental
Assessment 445 (EA -445), General Plan Amendment 99 -1 (GPA 99 -1), and
Zone Text Amendment 99 -1 (ZTA 99 -1). Address: City Wide (East of
Sepulveda Boulevard). Applicant: City of El Segundo.
8. PULLED FOR DISCUSSION BY COUNCIL MEMBER WERNICK
9. Award of Contract No. 2692 for playground upgrades at Recreation Park and
Acacia Park - Project No. 97 -30 (contract amount - $33,023.00). Authorize
transfer of $13,500.00 from fiscal year 1998 -99 operating budget account no.
5102 -6206 (Parks Operation - Contractual Services) of the Recreation and Parks
Department. Authorize Mayor to execute the standard public works construction
agreement after approval as to form by the City Attorney.
10. Approval of Agreement No. 2691 for Professional Services between Prosum,
Inc. and the City of El Segundo to provide technical assistance for the City's
computer and networking systems.
11. Approval of the revisions to the class specification for the job classification of
Disaster Preparedness Coordinator.
12. Authorize the Finance Department to issue Request for Proposals (RFPs) for the
City's financial audit.
13. Approval of an increase in dues for membership in the South Bay Cities Council
of Governments (SBCCOG) (fiscal impact - $2,519.00 of AB 2766 funds).
MOVED by Mayor ProTem Jacobs SECONDED by Council Member Gaines
to approve all Consent agenda items except number 8. MOTION PASSED BY
UNANAIMOUS VOICE VOTE. 510.
CALL ITEMS FROM CONSENT AGENDA
8. Approval of three separate contract amendments to existing Professional
Services Agreements between the City of El Segundo and: Hannah Brondial-
Bowen Associates, Contract No. 2666; Wildan Associates, Contract No. 2669;
and Tina Gall Associates, Contract No. 2523; respectively, to continue existing
contract planning support services to the Planning Division of the Planning and
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Building Safety Department, and, authorize the necessary budget transfers
within the Planning and Building Safety Department Budget in amounts not to
exceed $80,000 for Ms. Brondial- Bowen, $130,000 for Wildan Associates, and
$16,000 for Ms. Gall, through the current (1998 -99) Fiscal Year ending
September 30, 1999. Authorize Mayor to execute each contract amendment on
behalf of the City.
MOVED by Council Member Wernick, SECONDED by Mayor Pro Tern
Jacobs to approve three separate contract amendments to existing Professional
Services Agreements between the City of El Segundo and: Hannah Brondial-
Bowen Associates, Contract No. 2666; Wildan Associates, Contract No. 2669;
and Tina Gall Associates, Contract No. 2523; respectively, to continue existing
contract planning support services to the Planning Division of the Planning and
Building Safety Department, and, authorize the necessary budget transfers
within the Planning and Building Safety Department Budget in amounts not to
exceed $80,000 for Ms. Brondial- Bowen, $130,000 for Wildan Associates, and
$16,000 for Ms. Gall, through the current (1998 -99) Fiscal Year ending
September 30, 1999. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE.
510.
F. NEW BUSINESS -
14. Proposal to fund and operate a Certified Farmers' Market in the City of El
Segundo. Fiscal Impact: $16,140 for the first six months.
Mayor ProTem Jacobs not participating on this item because of a potential
conflict of interest.
Jim Hansen, Director of Economic Development, and Jim Fauk, Director of
Recreation and Parks, gave brief staff reports.
Council consensus to delay this item so it can be publicized and a Task Force
can be formed to discuss with local businesses. Task Force to report back to
Council at the May 4, 1999 meeting. Council approved the concept of an El
Segundo Certified Farmers' Market to be held on Thursdays from 4:00 to 7:00
p.m. on Main Street in front of City Hall.
REPORTS OF COMMITTEES, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS -
Item held from earlier in the meeting.
3. Water Subcommittee report by Mr. Mike Rudinica, of Robert Bein, William
Frost & Associates (RBF) concerning findings of City water well investigation.
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Mike Rudinica, of Robert Bein, William Frost, gave a brief report.
Consensus of Council to direct staff to review the project and look at financing
in the bond market. City Manager Mary Strenn was directed to return with
information at the May 18, 1999 City Council meeting.
G. REPORTS - CITY MANAGER - NONE
H. REPORTS - CITY ATTORNEY
The Council, in closed session, voted 510 to defend and indemnify Officer C.W. Smith,
Chaney v El Segundo, LASC Case Number VC 0207453.
I. REPORTS - CITY CLERK - NONE
J. REPORTS - CITY TREASURER - NONE
K. REPORTS - CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
- Council Member McDowell - NONE
- Councilmember Gaines -
Reported on the Southern California Joint Powers Association meeting. He also
reported on the FAA meeting and the favorable response he received.
- Councilmember Wernick -
Spoke regarding the Hyperion opening. Also spoke on the program, "Children in
Crisis".
- Mayor Pro Tem Jacobs -
Spoke regarding the Cinco de Mayo celebration to be held on May 5, 1999. Also,
requested the Traffic Committee investigate marking parking spaces on Mariposa,
between Indiana, and Washington, and Indiana, between Mariposa and Holly.
- Mayor Gordon -
Reported on the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) meeting and
the vote SCAG made to reverse their support of the airport expansion and instead to
support El Segundo's view. He also reported on SCAG's trip to Sacramento, and the
bills that will be introduced in our favor.
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15. Request for the City Council to direct staff and the Planning Commission to consider an
amendment to the Zoning Code to modify or eliminate the 500 -foot distance
requirement for automobile service uses from residentially zoned properties in the
Small Business (SB) Zone in the Smoky Hollow Specific Plan area.
Consensus of Council to direct the Planning Commission to consider this item.
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 identifi, themselves prior to addressing the City Council. Failure to do so shall
be a misdemeanor and punishable by a fine of $250.
Dorothy Kent, resident, spoke regarding the airport sign and the proposed "El Segundo" sign.
Sandra Mason, resident, spoke regarding the Leadership El Segundo proposal of an El
Segundo sign. Stated she felt that there were hidden costs.
Gail Church, resident, spoke regarding the funds spent on "Youths at Risk ", and thanked
Council.
MEMORIALS - a moment of silence was observed in memory of the disaster in Littleton,
Colo.
CLOSED SESSION - None
ADJOURNMENT at 9:55 p.m. to May 4, 1999 at 5:00 p.m.
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Cindy M4fesen, City Clerk
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