2002 DEC 03 CC MIN-7MINUTES OF THE
REGULAR MEETING OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2002 — 7:00 P.M.
7:00 P.M. SESSION
CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Gordon at 7:00 P.M.
INVOCATION - Bishop Michael Briney of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Councilmember John Gaines
PRESENTATIONS —
(a) Council Member Gaines presented a Proclamation proclaiming the 1200 Block of
Acacia Avenue as CANDY CANE LANE from December 14, 2002 at 7:00 p.m.
through December 23, 2002, and inviting the young and young at heart to experience
the wonders of this El Segundo tradition.
(b) Mayor ProTem Jacobs read the Proclamation proclaiming December, 2002 the
month for Lighting Up the Community, an El Segundo tradition to beautify the
community, and invitation to the residents of El Segundo to warmly welcome the
members of the El Segundo Interact Club as they judge the beautiful decorated
homes for the 2002 Lighting Up the Community program.
(c) Council Member McDowell presented a Proclamation to Chamber proclaiming
Sunday, December 8, 2002 as the 39th Annual El Segundo Holiday Parade, and
inviting the community to this traditional El Segundo holiday event.
(d) Council Member Wernick presented a Commendation to Harry Whitcomb, El
Segundo Police Department's RSVP of the Year, for his invaluable contributions to
the Retired Senior Volunteer Program.
ROLL CALL
Mayor Gordon -
Present
Mayor ProTem Jacobs -
Present
Council Member Gaines -
Present
Council Member McDowell -
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 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. While all comments are welcome, the Brown Act does not allow
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Council to take action on any item not on the agenda. The Council will respond to comments after
Public Communications is closed.
John Peterson, Wiseburn High School, spoke regarding the Air Force Base property.
He stated that they are requesting to use the subject property for the Wiseburn High
School and Maintenance Yard.
Liz Garnholz, resident, spoke regarding the Air Force Base property.
Request for city services for the 11th Annual "Run for Education" to be held on Saturday,
February 22, 2003 beginning at 8:00 a.m., starting and finishing on Main Street in front of El
Segundo High School. (Consent Item #5). City Manager Mary Strenn gave a brief report.
A. PROCEDURAL MOTIONS
MOVED by Council Member McDowell, SECONDED by Council Member Wernick to read all
ordinances and resolutions on the Agenda by Title only. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS
VOICE VOTE. 5/0
B. SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS
Consideration and possible action on a presentation by the Los Angeles Interagency
Metropolitan Police Apprehension Crime Task Force (L.A. IMPACT).
Lt. Walt Krumbaugh made a brief presentation.
Council received and filed.
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
D. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
2. Consideration and possible action regarding Senior Housing Board's 2003 Budget for
Park Vista and proposed rent increases.
Gayla Burkholder gave a brief staff report.
City Attorney Mark Hensley stated for the record Council Member Wernick has no conflict of
interest.
MOVED by Mayor ProTem Jacobs, SECONDED Council Member McDowell to approve the 2003
Park Vista Senior Housing Budget and proposed rent increases. MOTION PASSED BY THE
FOLLOWING VOICE VOTE. AYES: GORDON, JACOBS, GAINES AND MCODOWELL. NOES:
WERNICK. 4/1
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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.
3. Approved Warrant Numbers 2529792 to 2530129 on Register No. 4 in the total amount
of $1,290,889.03 and Wire Transfers from 11/09/2002 to 11/22/2002 in the total amount
of $1,156,667.49.
4. Approved City Council Meeting Minutes of November 19, 2002.
5. Approved the request for city services for the 11 th Annual "Run for Education" to be held
on Saturday, February 22, 2003 beginning at 8:00 a.m., starting and finishing on Main
Street in front of El Segundo High School.
6. Approved award of Contract No. 3101 to Fieldman, Rolapp & Associates for professional
services to conduct financial advisory services for the Air Force Base Project. (Fiscal
Impact $9,750) Authorized the City Manager to execute the standard professional
service agreement on behalf of the City;
7. PULLED FOR DISCUSSION BY COUNCIL MEMBER MCDOWELL
8. Approved transfer the balance of $18,800 from City Hall Welcome /Sepulveda Banner
construction project to the Washington Park/Freedom Park Memorial Wall project to
cover the costs associated with the construction of the Freedom Park Memorial Wall,
lighting of the memorial and dedication ceremony costs. (Fiscal Impact $18,800).
9. Adopted Resolution No. 4288 deleting the existing parking prohibition on Coral Circle.
Authorized staff to remove the existing "No Parking At Any Time" restrictions on Coral
Circle for a trial period of six (6) months; Authorized staff to reinstall the signs at the end
of six (6) months if the trial period does not succeed.
10. Approved license Agreement No. 3102 for installation of a communication duct in Utah
Avenue with the Xerox Corporation, located at 2355 Utah Avenue, and to authorized the
City Manager to execute the agreement on behalf of the City.
11 PULLED FOR DISCUSSION BY COUNCIL MEMBER WERNICK.
12. Approved a request for a (3) year purchase order contract, with Edding Brothers, Inc.
(NAPA Auto Parts) for automotive, after - market parts for vehicle /equipment
maintenance. The annual cost is not to exceed $15,000 /year.
13. Approved a purchase order contract for janitorial supplies. The annual cost is not to
exceed $11,500.00.
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14. Approved Amendment No. 1 to Contract No. 2921 the implementation of an Automated
External Defibrillator (AED) provider program with UCLA Medical Center to conduct
primary education and obtain and maintain certification in Public Safety Automated
External Defibrillation. Not exceed $11,900.00 for the first two (2) years of service.
Approved the use of funds from the Asset Forfeiture account; Authorized the City
Manager to execute the Amendment on behalf of the City.
MOVED by Mayor ProTem Jacobs, SECONDED by Council Member Gaines to approve consent
agenda items. 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, and 14. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE
VOTE. 5/0
CALL ITEMS FROM CONSENT AGENDA
7. Consideration and possible action regarding joining the Independent Cities Risk
Management Authority (ICRMA) Self- Insured Workers' Compensation Program.
MOVED by Council Member McDowell, SECONDED by Council Member Wernick to approve
joining the Independent Cities Risk Management Authority (ICRMA) Self- Insured Workers'
Compensation Program. Adopted Resolution No. 4289 approving participation in the ICRMA
Workers Compensation Program for a minimum period of three (3) years effective January 1,
2003, or at such date that the minimum size requirements for the Workers' Compensation
Program is met. This is based upon premium estimates of $57,500 for the period of 1/1/03 to
6/30/03 at a self- insured retention of $500,000 and a premium estimate of $160,000
(including estimated increased premium and payroll adjustments) for the period of 7/1/03 to
6/30/04 and at a self- insured retention of $350,000. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS
VOICE VOTE. 5/0
11. Consideration and possible action regarding approval of a resolution of the City
Council of the City of El Segundo authorizing the submittal of an application to the
California Department of Conservation's Division of Recycling for two (2) $5,000.00
grants authorized under the California Beverage Container Recycling and Litter
Reduction Act (Fiscal Impact $10,000 income).
MOVED by Council Member Wernick, SECONDED by Council Member Gaines to adopt
Resolution No. 4290 authorizing the submittal of an application to the California Department
of Conservation's Division of Recycling for two (2) $5,000.00 grants authorized under the
California Beverage Container Recycling and Litter Reduction Act (Fiscal Impact $10,000
income). MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. 5/0
F. NEW BUSINESS —
REPORTS — CITY MANAGER — NONE
H. REPORTS — CITY ATTORNEY — Authorized to defend the appeal that has been filed
regarding City of El Segundo v Stardust West (LASC YC31364 and to defend the appeal filed
regarding CAGES /Kilroy v City of El Segundo, (LASC No. BC267404).
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I. REPORTS — CITY CLERK - NONE
J. REPORTS — CITY TREASURER — NONE
K. REPORTS — CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
Council Member McDowell —
Spoke regarding the Hyperion meeting, and AQMD actions.
Council Member Gaines —
Spoke regarding the El Segundo CIF Football Team, and Freedom Park dedication on
December 17, 2002.
Council Member Wernick —
Spoke regarding Hyperion matters and the AQMD.
Mayor Pro Tern Jacobs — None
Mayor Gordon —
15. Consideration and possible action regarding update on Los Angeles Air Force Base SAMS
Project.
Mayor Gordon gave a brief report regarding the possibility of the development of the Air Force
property, Area A, into single - family homes, and the possibility, because of the distance from El
Segundo proper, the land being ceded to Hawthorne City for inclusion into their City.
Council consensus to direct staff to have consultants examine residential land use and
environmental impact. An additional and separate financial analysis will be done by LAFCO.
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 $250. While all comments are welcome, the Brown Act does not allow
Council to take action on any item not on the agenda. The Council will respond to comments after
Public Communications is closed.
Liz Garnholz, resident, commented on the work being done on the Air Force Base.
MEMORIALS — Adjournment in memory of Zoyla Flores de Spencer, mother of Patricia Spencer,
member of Sister City Association; Laxzlo Foldesi, 40 year resident mother of Maria Cetina; and
Evan Kubeck, AYSO, Little League and Roller Hockey Coach, survived by his wife Shannon and
their 12 year old son, Matthew.
CLOSED SESSION - None
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ADJOURNMENT at 8:40 p.m.
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Cindy M rtesen, City Clerk
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