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2016 Aug 02 - CC PACKETAGENDA
EL SE+GUNDO CITY COUNCIL
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - 350 Main Street
The City Council, with certain statutory exceptions, can only take action upon properly posted and listed
agenda items. Any writings or documents given to a majority of the City Council regarding any matter on
this agenda that the City received after issuing the agenda packet are available for public inspection in
the City Clerk's office during normal business hours. Such Documents may also be posted on the City's
website at www.elsegundo.org and additional copies will be available at the City Council meeting.
Unless otherwise noted in the Agenda, the Public can only comment on City - related business that is
within the jurisdiction of the City Council and /or items listed on the Agenda during the Public
Communications portions of the Meeting. Additionally, the Public can comment on any Public Hearing
item on the Agenda during the Public Hearing portion of such item. The time limit for comments is five (5)
minutes per person.
Before speaking to the City Council, please come to the podium and state: Your name and residence
and the organization you represent, if desired. Please respect the time limits.
Members of the Public may place items on the Agenda by submitting a Written Request to the City Clerk
or City Manager's Office at least six days prior to the City Council Meeting (by 2:00 p.m. the prior
Tuesday). The request must include a brief general description of the business to be transacted or
discussed at the meeting. Playing of video tapes or use of visual aids may be permitted during meetings if
they are submitted to the City Clerk two (2) working days prior to the meeting and they do not exceed five
(5) minutes in length.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to
participate in this meeting, please contact City Clerk, 524 -2305. Notification 48 hours prior to the
meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this
meeting.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, AUGUST 2, 2016 — 5:00 PM
5:00 P.M. SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMUNICATION — (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.
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS:
CLOSED SESSION:
The City Council may move into a closed session pursuant to applicable law, including
the Brown Act (Government Code Section §54960, et se q.) for the purposes of
conferring with the City's Real Property Negotiator; and /or conferring with the City
Attorney on potential and /or existing litigation; and /or discussing matters covered under
Government Code Section §54957 (Personnel); and /or conferring with the City's Labor
Negotiators; as follows:
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL v EXISTING LITIGATION (Gov't Code
§54956.9(d)(1): -1- matter
1. City of El Segundo vs. City of Los Angeles, et.al. LASC Case No. BS094279
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL o ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(d)(2): -1-
matter.
Initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code §54956.9 (d)(4): -2- matters.
DISCUSSION OF PERSONNEL MATTERS (Gov't Code §54957): -2- matter
1. Public Employee Performance Evaluation
Title: City Manager
2. Public Employee Performance Evaluation
Title: City Attorney
APPOINTMENT OF PUBLIC EMPLOYEE (Gov't. Code § 54957): -0- matter
PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT (Gov't Code § 54957) -0- matter
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CONFERENCE WITH CITY'S LABOR NEGOTIATOR (Gov't Code §54957.6): -6-
matters
1. Employee Organizations: Employee Organizations: Police Management
Association; Police Officers Association; Police Support Services Employees
Association; Fire Fighters Association; Supervisory and Professional Employees
Association; Employees Association;
Agency Designated Representative: Steve Filarsky and City Manager
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR (Gov't Code §54956.8): -0-
matters
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AGENDA
EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - 350 Main Street
The City Council, with certain statutory exceptions, can only take action upon properly posted and listed
agenda items. Any writings or documents given to a majority of the City Council regarding any matter on
this agenda that the City received after issuing the agenda packet, are available for public inspection in
the City Clerk's office during normal business hours. Such Documents may also be posted on the City's
website at www.elsegundo.org and additional copies will be available at the City Council meeting.
Unless otherwise noted in the Agenda, the Public can only comment on City - related business that is
within the jurisdiction of the City Council and /or items listed on the Agenda during the Public
Communications portions of the Meeting. Additionally, the Public can comment on any Public Hearing
item on the Agenda during the Public Hearing portion of such item. The time limit for comments is five (5)
minutes per person.
Before speaking to the City Council, please come to the podium and state: Your name and residence
and the organization you represent, if desired. Please respect the time limits.
Members of the Public may place items on the Agenda by submitting a Written Request to the City Clerk
or City Manager's Office at least six days prior to the City Council Meeting (by 2:00 p.m. the prior
Tuesday). The request must include a brief general description of the business to be transacted or
discussed at the meeting. Playing of video tapes or use of visual aids may be permitted during meetings if
they are submitted to the City Clerk two (2) working days prior to the meeting and they do not exceed five
(5) minutes in length.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to
participate in this meeting, please contact City Clerk, 524 -2305. Notification 48 hours prior to the
meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this
meeting.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, AUGUST 2, 2016 - 7:00 P.M.
7:00 P.M. SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION — Chris Robbins, Oceanside Christian Fellowship
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Council Member Dugan
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PRESENTATIONS
a) Commendation — presented to Sue Carter for her many years of dedicated
service with the Friends of the El Segundo Public Library and History Committee.
ROLL CALL
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.
CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS — (Related to Public Communications)
A. PROCEDURAL MOTIONS
Consideration of a motion to read all ordinances and resolutions on the
Agenda by title only.
Recommendation — Approval.
B. SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (PUBLIC HEARING)
1. Consideration and possible action to conduct a Public Hearing to adopt a
resolution certifying the 2015 Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP), a
document which is required by Assembly Bill 797 to be developed every
five years.
(Fiscal Impact: None)
Recommendation — 1) Open the Public Hearing; 2) Receive all written and verbal
testimony regarding the 2015 Urban Water Management Plan; 3) Adopt the
Resolution approving the quintennial 2015 Urban Water Management Plan; 4)
Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.
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2. Consideration and possible action to open a Public Hearing, consider
testimony, and adopt a Resolution finding that the City conforms with the
annual Congestion Management Program (CMP) and adopting the annual
CMP Local Development Report, in accordance with California Government
Code § 65089.
(Fiscal Impact: None)
Recommendation — 1) Open the Public Hearing; 2) Discussion; 3) Adopt
Resolution; 4) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.
3. Consideration and possible action regarding approval of Environmental
Assessment No. EA -1143, Zone Text Amendment No. ZTA 16 -01,
Conditional Use Permit No. CUP 16 -01, Administrative Use Permit No. AUP
16 -01, Adjustment No. ADJ 16 -04, and Off -Site Parking Covenant No. MISC
16 -05. The Project site is located at 2171 -2191 Rosecrans Avenue, in the
Urban Mixed Use South (MU -S) Zone (the "Site "). Applicant: Continental
Development Corporation.
(Fiscal Impact: None)
Recommendation — 1) Conduct a Public Hearing; 2) Take testimony and other
evidence as presented; 3) Introduce an Ordinance (Zone Text Amendment No.
ZTA 16 -01) amending four sections of the El Segundo Municipal Code; 4)
Schedule second reading and adoption of the Ordinance for August 16, 2016;
5) Adopt a Resolution a) approving a Mitigated Negative Declaration and a
Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP), and b) approving
Environmental Assessment No. EA -1143, Zone Text Amendment No. ZTA 16 -01,
Conditional Use Permit No. CUP 16 -01, Adjustment No. 16 -04, and Off -Site
Parking Covenant No. 16 -05 at 2171 — 2191 Rosecrans Avenue (Cozymel's
Mexican Grill site); 6) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this
item.
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
4. Consideration and possible action to establish an Arts and Culture
Advisory Committee for the purposes of promoting and advocating for arts
and culture events, activities, and education in El Segundo.
(Fiscal Impact: N)
Recommendation — 1) Authorize the establishment of the Arts and Culture
Advisory Committee to be comprised of 7 members, including two City
Councilmembers; 2) Add the Arts and Culture Advisory Committee to the City's
Local Appointment List pursuant to the California Government Code Section
54972; 3) Appoint two Councilmembers to the Arts and Culture Advisory
Committee; 4) Determine the duration of terms and /or term limits for community
members and City Councilmembers; 5) Alternatively, discuss and take other
action related to this item.
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D. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES, COMMISSIONS AND BOARDS
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 3012103 through 3012325 on Register No. 20 in the total
amount of $619,012.06 and Wire Transfers from 7/11/16 through 7/24/16 in
the total amount of $4,073,324.32.
Recommendation — Approve Warrant Demand Register and authorize staff to
release. Ratify Payroll and Employee Benefit checks; checks released early due
to contracts or agreement; emergency disbursements and /or adjustments; and
wire transfers.
6. Strategic Planning Session Minutes of June 22, 2016 and Regular City
Council Meeting Minutes of June 21, 2016.
Recommendation — Approval.
7. Consideration and possible action to purchase equipment for a "Point to
Point" wireless system and amend contract #4917 for additional installation
services, from Pacific Services in the amount of $21,301.
Fiscal Impact: $21,301.00
Recommendation — 1) Purchase equipment for a "Point to Point" Wireless
system from Pacific Services in the amount of $21,301; 2) Amend Agreement
No. 4917 with Pacific Services Inc. to include additional equipment installation
services; 3) Alternatively, discuss and take other possible action related to this
item.
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8. Consideration and possible action to: 1) adopt a Resolution approving
Plans and Specifications for the Water Meter Replacement Project in
Commercial Area East of Sepulveda Blvd., Project No. PW16 -04; 2)
approve sole source findings to designate Metron Farnier Smart Water
Meters (a.k.a., automatic meter readers) in bidding specifications for the
project; and 3) authorize staff to advertise and solicit bids for the purchase
and installation of automatic meter readers.
(Fiscal Impact: To Be Determined)
Recommendation — 1) Adopt the attached Resolution approving Plans and
Specifications for Water Meter Replacement Project in Commercial Area East of
Sepulveda Blvd., (Project No. PW 16 -04) and approve sole source findings to
designate Metron Farnier Smart Water Meters in bidding specifications for the
project; 2) Authorize staff to advertise the project for receipt of construction bids;
3) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to these items.
9. Consideration and possible action to award a standard Public Works
Contract to FS Contractors, Inc., for Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) Project 601718 -15, "Installation of American with Disabilities Act
(ADA) Sidewalk Ramp Project." Project No. PW 15 -24.
(Fiscal Impact: $94,750.00)
Recommendation - 1) Authorize the City Manager to execute a standard Public
Works Contract in a form approved by the City Attorney with FS Contractors, Inc.
in the amount of $75,800.00; 2) Authorize an additional contingency amount of
$18,950.00 for unforeseen conditions; 3) Alternatively discuss and take other
action related to this item.
10. Consideration and possible action to accept as complete the Park Vista
Senior Housing Facility Emergency Deck Repair Project and allocate
funding from Park Vista reserves to cover design services and
construction costs. Project No. PW 14 -17.
AFiscal Impact: $78,345.59)
Recommendation - 1) Accept the Park Vista Senior Housing Facility emergency
deck repair as complete; 2) Authorize the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion
in the County Recorder's Office; 3) Authorize a transfer of $78,345.59 from the
Park Vista Senior Housing Fund to the Building Maintenance Fund to cover
design services and construction costs; 4) Alternatively discuss and take other
action related to this item.
F. NEW BUSINESS
G. REPORTS — CITY MANAGER
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H. REPORTS — CITY ATTORNEY
I. REPORTS — CITY CLERK
J. REPORTS — CITY TREASURER
K. REPORTS — CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
Council Member Brann —
Council Member Pirsztuk
Council Member Dugan —
Mayor Pro Tern Boyles —
11. Consideration and possible action to consider revisiting the process for
selection of members of Committees, Commissions and Boards ( "CCB ") to
establish policies to provide CCB's input and additional notification to
applicant.
(Fiscal Impact: None
Recommendation — 1) Allow the Chair and Vice Chair of each Committees,
Commissions and Board to review applications and provide their
recommendations to the City Council prior to the interviews; 2) Provide an
adequate timeframe between interviews and appointment to allow the Mayor or
designee to notify each applicant of Council's decision; 3) Alternatively, discuss
and take other action related to this item.
Mayor Fuentes —
12.Report on Governor's proposed budget trailer bill related to "by right"
affordable housing approvals.
Fiscal Impact: None)
Recommendation — 1) Receive and file this report; 2) Direct Staff to prepare a
letter in opposition of the proposed bill in substantially similar form to the
attached, and authorize the Mayor to sign on behalf of the City; 3) Alternatively,
discuss and take other action related to this item.
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PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS ® (Related to City Business Only ® 5 minute limit per
person, 30 minute limit total) Individuals who have receive 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.
MEMORIALS
CLOSED SESSION
The City Council may move into a closed session pursuant to applicable law, including the Brown Act
(Government Code Section §54960, et sue.) for the purposes of conferring with the City's Real Property
Negotiator; and /or conferring with the City Attorney on potential and /or existing litigation; and /or
discussing matters covered under Government Code Section §54957 (Personnel); and /or conferring with
the City's Labor Negotiators.
REPORT OF ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION (if required)
ADJOURNMENT
POSTED:
DATE:
TIME:
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WHEREAS, Sue Carter was President of the Friends of the El Segundo Public Library for over 20
years and she contributed greatly to the Library by leading fundraising campaigns with
local business partners and the community. She raised $68,000 for furnishing the
remodeled and expanded library in the early nineties; she directed a "Bucks for Books"
campaign for a core collection of 16,000 books for a new Richmond Street Elementary
School Library in 2001; and more recently, she raised $40,000 for a microfilm
conversion project so that the EL Segundo Herald is now available online through the
City Library's webpage; and,
WHEREAS, Sue started the Friends of the Library Historical Committee in the mid -90's, which has
organized and acquired thousands of archival photos, high school yearbooks and
clipping files for the History Room. The Historical Committee also assists class reunion
groups, special events, local businesses and individuals in making photo selections
and,
WHEREAS, Sue's dedication and service to the City earned her a Switzer Learning Center South
Bay Woman of the Year award in May 2009; and, in May 1992 she was honored as
El Segundo's Senior Citizen of the Year; and,
NOW, THEREFORE, on this 2nd day of August, 2016, the Mayor and Members of the City Council of
the City of El Segundo, California, hereby take great honor in commending Sue Carter for her many
years of dedicated service with the Friends of the El Segundo Public Library and History Committee,
commend her for making a significant difference in our community, and present her with an
autographed copy of the new historical work, Images of America; El Segundo, by Library Director
Debra Brighton.
Mayor,Suzanne Fuentes
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EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: August 2, 2016
AGENDA STATEMENT AGENDA HEADING: Special Order of Business - Public Hearing
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
Consideration and possible action to conduct a Public Hearing to adopt a resolution
certifying the 2015 Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP), a document which is
required by Assembly Bill 797 to be developed every five years. (Fiscal Impact: None)
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
1. Open the Public Hearing.
2. Receive all written and verbal testimony regarding the 2015 Urban Water Management
Plan.
3. Adopt the Resolution approving the quintennial 2015 Urban Water Management Plan.
4. Alternatively, discuss and take other possible actions related to this item.
ATTACKED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
Resolution
2015 Urban Water Management Plan Executive Summary
FISCAL IMPACT: Included in Adopted Budget
Amount Budgeted: N/A
Additional Appropriation: N/A
Account Number(s):
ORIGINATED BY: Lifan Xu, Principal Civil Engineer G
REVIEWED BY: Steplranie Katsouleas, Public W ar Director `
APPROVED BY: Greg Carpenter, City Manager
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:
The purpose of a Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP) is to assure that a water provider has
adequately planned to provide sufficient supplies of water to its users for the foreseeable future
and during emergencies. In 1983, the California State Legislature passed AB 797 enacting the
Water Code, Division 6, Part 2.6 Urban Water Management Planning Act. The Act required every
urban water supplier that provided water to more than 3,000 customers for municipal purposes or
that supplied more than 3,000 acre -feet of water annually to initially prepare and adopt an Urban
Water Management Plan (UWMP). The act also requires urban water suppliers to update its
UWMP every five years for water years that end in five and zero. Senate Bill 7X -7, enacted in
2009 and a required component of AB 797, establishes target reductions in potable water
consumption (20% by 2020; further explained below).
Following release of the UWMP Guidebook issued by the Department of Water Resources in
March 2016, the City of El Segundo entered into a standard professional services agreement with
Risk Management Professionals, Inc. for consultant services to prepare its 2015 UWMP update.
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Please note that the City's consultant coordinated development of the document with the West
Basin Municipal Water District (the City's wholesaler) and the County of Los Angeles. Once
completed, a copy of the draft UWMP developed was posted on the City's website for public
review and a hard copy was made available for review at City Hall. A public notice was also
advertised in the El Segundo Herald on June 9, 2016 and June 16, 2016 inviting the public to
review and comment on the draft UWMP. No comments were received. A copy of the final 2015
UWMP Executive Summary is attached.
UWMP Summary
The 2015 UWMP documents the current and proposed water management activities performed by
the City in order to provide dependable, adequate, and safe water. The UWMP further identifies
proposed projects with a description of resulting water costs, benefits, and suggested
implementation schedule. The focus of the UWMP is to:
• Provide a local perspective on current and proposed water conservation programs
• Review current conservation programs and efforts;
• Evaluate potential conservation methods and identify improvements;
• Provide a general framework for the development of mechanisms for coping with short-
term and long -term deficiencies in regional and /or local water supplies;
• Serve as a flexible plan that can be updated periodically to reflect changes in regional and
local trends, conditions, and conservation policies; and
• Determine water use reduction goals in order to comply with Senate Bill X7 -7, which strive
to reduce the State water consumption 10% by December 2015 and 20% by 2020, based
on baseline average consumption (see below for further explanation).
Key highlights of the 2015 UWMP are:
• Documenting the City's Water Sources: West Basin Municipal Water District (WBMWD)
is the sole supplier of both potable and recycled water to El Segundo.
• Confirming the Reliability of the City's Sources of Water: WBMWD has declared the
water supply to the City reliable during normal, single dry, and multiple dry years in the
district's UWMP; the City has implemented an effective water conservation program and
has a Water Shortage Contingency Plan in place in case of reduced supply or natural
emergencies.
• Identifying the City's Water Infrastructure: The City's water system consists of
approximately 57.5 miles of main pipelines, two concrete reservoirs and one elevated
storage tank serving a 5.5 square mile area.
• Allocating and Summarizing Water Uses: Recycled water use accounts for over half of
the total water use in the City; Industrial and commercial sectors account for approximately
three quarter of potable water use in the City.
• Documenting the City's efforts to comply with SB X7 -7: The City has achieved (exceeded)
the 2015 interim water use target of 462 Gallon per Capita per Day (GPCD) and is on
schedule to meet-the 2020 goal of 411 GPCD.
The City's ultimate goal of reducing potable water consumption 20% by 2020 is based on the
average GPCD for baseline years (2001 to 2010), which was calculated to be 513 GPCD. To meet
the requirements of Senate Bill 7X -7, the City's 20% ultimate reduction target is thus 411 GPCD.
In water year 2015, the City's average daily water use was 427 (GPCD), well below its interim
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goal of 462 GPCD. Over the next five years, the City will need to continue reducing its water
usage in order to meet the 2020 goal of 411 GPCD. Cities who do not meet the water conservation
requirements of the bill will not be eligible for state water grants or loans.
The UWMP has now been finalized and is ready for adoption by the City of El Segundo. Therefore
staff recommends that City Council conduct the public hearing and adopt a resolution certifying
the 2015 Urban Water Management Plan. Upon adoption, the plan will be submitted to the
California Department of Water Resources and will be made available to the Public on the City's
web site.
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RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO'S 2015
URBAN WATER MANAGERMENT PLAN
The City Council of the City of El Segundo does resolve as follows:
SECTION 1: The City Council finds and declares as follows:
A. California Water Code sections 10610 to 10656 require water suppliers to
prepare an Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP) to promote water
demand management and efficient use in their service areas;
S. The city of El Segundo is the Water Supplier for citizens and businesses
of the city of El Segundo and is required to update, adopt, and submit its
UWMP to the California Department of Water Resources at least every
five (5) years;
C. The UWMP addresses projected water supply and demand over a twenty
(20) years period in five (5) year increments. It identifies and quantifies
adequate water supplies, including recycled water, for existing and future
demands in normal, dry, and drought years, and also lays out a water
conservation program to encourage the efficient use of the City's water
resources.
SECTION 2: Pursuant to Water Code sections 10610 to 10656, the City Council adopts
the 2015 Urban Water Management Plan. A copy of the Urban Water Management
Plan is incorporated by reference into tis resolution and is filed with the City Clerk's
Office.
SECTION 3: The City Clerk is directed to certify the adoption of this Resolution.
SECTION 4: This Resolution will become effective immediately upon adoption and
remain effective unless superseded by a subsequent resolution.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of , 2016.
ATTEST:
Tracy Weaver, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
MARK D. HENSLEY, City Attorney
Suzanne Fuentes, Mayor
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Karl H. Berger, Assistant City Attorney
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ESExecutive Summary
The Urban Water Management Planning Act (Act) requires every urban water supplier providing
water for municipal purposes to more than 3,000 customers, or supplying more than 3,000 acre -
feet of water annually, to prepare and adopt an Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP). The
Act also requires urban water suppliers to update the UWMP in years ending in five and zero,
using a 20 -year planning horizon. The City of El Segundo (City), has prepared this UWMP in
accordance with all requirements set forth in the State of California Water Code Sections 10610
through 10657.
The City is a retail water supplier to both residential and commercial customers. This UWMP
describes the water system and includes a description of the water supply sources, historical and
projected water use, and a comparison of water supply to water demands during normal, single
dry, and multiple dry years. This Plan also addresses the Water Conservation Act of 2009
(SBx7 -7) requirements, including the City's 2015 interim and 2020 water use targets and the
implementation plan for meeting the City's 2020 targets.
The City is located in the Los Angeles Basin, approximately 1.5 miles south of Los Angeles
International Airport (LAX). The area is a semi -arid desert environment receiving less than
14 inches of rainfall annually. The City manages and operates the domestic water system that
serves a residential population of approximately 17,000. The residential population of the City is
expected to increase marginally over the next 25 years as the residential areas are virtually built -
up with no substantial vacant land available for development.
The water system consists of approximately 57.5 miles of main pipelines and serves potable water
to a 5.5 square mile area. The City's water system is comprised of one pump station, two storage
reservoirs, and one elevated storage tank. There are currently two available water supply sources;
imported water from the Colorado River and State Water Project (SWP) (delivered via the West
Basin Municipal Water District (WBMWD)) and recycled water for landscaping irrigation and
industrial use (also supplied by the WBMWD). In addition, there are four interconnections with
three neighboring water agencies; Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP), City
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City of EI Segundo — 2015 Urban Water Mara ement Plan
of Manhattan Beach, and California Water Service, that can be activated during emergency
situations.
Key factors that affect City water demands are population growth, increases in land use
development, industrial growth and reductions in annual rainfall. For the City, population and
rainfall have historically exhibited the greatest influence. Usage of water per capita per day ranged
primarily between 450 and 600 Gallons per Capita per Day (GPCD) during 2001 to 2010 and has
since been trending lower. Consequently, Fiscal Year (FY) 2014 to 2015 had the lowest per capita
water use in the past 15 years. Consumption has ranged from a low of 427 GPCD in 2015 to a
maximum of 801 GPCD in 2001. The average use per day during the period from 2001 through
2015 was 508 gallons per person.
In FY 2014 to 2015, the City used 8,025 acre -feet of potable water, as measured by metered
sales and estimated distribution system losses. Average water deliveries, are broken down into
the following sectors Water Deliveries by Sector
e Single Family Residential
8 Multi - Family Residential
• Commercial
Institutional /government
Industrial
Landscape Irrigation
4 Other (fire, estimated distribution system losses)
Table ESA: Demands for Potable Water - 2015 Actual
Single Family
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Drinking Water
925
Multi - Family
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Drinking Water
662
Commercial
Industrial
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Drinking Water
1,192
Drinking Water
4,794
Institutional /Governmental
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Drinking Water
291
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City of El Segundo ® 2015 Urban Water Management Plan
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Note: Units in acre -feet per year
In order to determine the twenty percent per capita water use reduction by the year 2020 required
by SBx7 -7, the City utilized the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) methods to
determine the baseline, interim, and water use target values. The City is part of the WBNIWD that
has formed a regional alliance, and has thus determined its baseline and target values both
individually and as part of the alliance. The individually calculated baseline for the City is
513 GPCD, the interim target in 2015 is 462 GPCD, and the target for 2020 compliance is
411 GPCD. The actual 2015 GPCD is 427. Therefore, the City has successfully met the 2015
interim goal and will continue to implement water conservation measures in order to meet the
2020 target goal.
Table ES.2: Baselines and Targets Summary
Note: All values are in Gallons per Capita per Day (GPCD)
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City of EI Se undo m 2015 Urban Water Management Plan
Table ES.3: 2015 Compliance - Optional Adjustments to 2015 GPCD
Note: All values are in Gallons per Capita per Day (GPCD)
Note: Values were determined utilizing the Methodology 8 document
The City utilizes both potable and recycled water. The City is 100% dependent on imported water
purchased from WBMWD for its potable water supply and does not anticipate using groundwater
as a source of potable water. In addition to distributing potable water, the City is part of WBMWD's
recycled water system. The recycled water is used for industrial applications and irrigation.
Due to the slow rising population and the per capita demand reduction required by SBx7 -7,
projected water supplies needs are expected to decrease from 2015 to 2035. The total projected
potable and recycled water supplies available to the City through WBMWD are shown in
Table ES -4.
Table ESA: Water Supplies - Current and Projected
Supply Water
r
West Basin Municipal Water
8,127
7,999
8,157 8,318
8,482
District
Recycled Water
9,336
9,336
9,336 9,336
9,336
Total
17,463
17,335
17,493 17,654
17,818
Note: values were ot)tainea Trom the west basin Municipal Water District water Use Keport - Fiscal Year 2014 -2015.
Note: Units in acre -feet per year
All potable and recycled water supplies are provided through the WBMWD, which is supplied
through the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (MWD) from the Colorado River
and the SWP. Since the supply is not directly obtained by the City, the determination of reliability
is largely determined by WBMWD and MWD analyses to provide a consistent water supply to the
City during normal, single dry, and multiple dry years. Both WBMWD and MWD have declared
the water supply reliable on both district's 2015 UWMPs.
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Table ES.5: Supply and Demand Comparison - Normal Year
Supply Totals _ 16,587 16,744 16,904 17,067
Demand Totals 16,586 16,744 16,903 17,067
Difference 1 0 1 0
Notes: Units are in acre -feet per year
Table ES.6: Supply and Demand Comparison - Single Dry Year
Notes: Units are in acre -feet per year
Table ES.7: Supply and Demand Comparison - Multiple Dry -Year Events
• _ Supply Totals
17,748
17,916
18,087
18,262
Demand Totals
17,747
17,916
18,086
18,262
' ' Difference
1
0
1
0
• Supply Totals
18,246
18,418
18,594
18,774
- Demand Totals
18,245
18,418
18,593
18,774
Difference
1
0
1
0
Supply Totals
18,743
18,921
19,102
19,286
• Demand Totals
28,742
18,921
19,100
19,286
Difference
1
0
1
0
Notes: units are in acre -feet per year
Catastrophic failures that put the water supply at risk, i.e. fires and earthquakes, could damage
the infrastructure of the water distribution system. In the event of a catastrophic event that
prevents the City from obtaining water for distribution, WBMWD implements actions and methods
to continue supplying water to customers of its member agencies. Water reserves are available
to MWD through Diamond Lake, as well as other surface reservoirs. It is estimated MWD could
provide full supply for up to six months for all of its service areas following a catastrophic event.
In addition, methods to ensure that water is continually supplied to customers include stockpiling
emergency pipeline repair materials and coordinating with the California Governor's Office of
Emergency Services (Cal OES) and County's Operations Area in the event of a disruption in water
supply.
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Any effect felt by the WBMWD during a catastrophic event would impact the water supply to the
City as well. As a result, the City is subject to the actions and rationing of WBMWD. During any
kind of catastrophic event that disrupts the water supply, including a regional power outage or an
earthquake, the City, in conjunction with WBMWD and MWD, are prepared to continue providing
a reliable source of water.
The City works with the WBMWD to implement water conservation techniques to reduce the total
demand of water throughout the City and WBMWD. Together, the City and WBMWD implement
the seven required Demand Management Measures (DMMs) within the City. WBMWD is a
signatory on the California Urban Water Conservation Council (CUWCC) Memorandum of
Understanding (MOU) regarding urban water conservation in California. CUWCC represents a
diverse group of water supply agencies dedicated to establishing Best Management Practice
(BMP) guidelines toward implementing conservation measures and managing supply demands.
The following table summarizes correlation between the BMPs /DMMs. DMM 7 for other DMMs
provided by the City, is not included on the table as it is universally applicable.
Table ES.8: CUWCC BMP Organization and Names and UWMP DMMs
Category
r
Operations
Programs to Assess and
1.1
Practices
5
Manage Distribution
System Real Loss
1.2
Water Loss Control
1
Water Waste Prevention
BMP 1:
Ordinances
Utility Operations
1.3
Metering with
2
Metering
Commodity Rates
1.4
Retail Conservation
3
Conservation Pricing
Pricing
BMP
4
Public Education and
Public Education
Outreach
Public Education ation
and School
2
and School
Water Conservation
Education
Education
6
Program Coordination and
g
Staffing Support
BMP 3:
Residential
3
Residential
Programs
3
Conservation Pricing
Programs
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Category
4
Public Education and
Outreach
Water Conservation
6
Program Coordination and
Staffing Support
3
Conservation Pricing
BMP 4:
Commercial,
Commercial,
4
Public Education and
Industrial, and
4
Industrial, and
Outreach
Institutional
Water Conservation
Institutional
6
Program Coordination and
Staffing Support
3
Conservation Pricing
BMP 5:
Landscape
5
Landscape
Water Conservation
6
Program Coordination and
Staffing Support
The plan was adopted by the City Council on August 9, 2016 as prepared. A copy of the adoption
resolution is provided in Appendix B.
The City will implement the strategies set forth in the plan immediately upon adoption by the City
Council, which includes the following to reduce water demands in accordance with SBx7 -7:
Enhance public awareness regarding water conservation requirements and efforts that
can be easily implemented to conserve water.
Continue to promote and expand the water conservation programs currently in place,
including the fourteen Demand Management Measures outline in Section 6.0 of this Plan.
• Reduce the number of illegal connections that withdraw water from the City's distribution
system and contribute to the system losses.
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The City will submit copies of its 2015 UWMP to the following agencies within 30 days after
adoption:
• DWR
• The California State Library
• The City
Additionally, any amendments or changes to the plan will be submitted to the above agencies
within 30 days after adoption.
The City will provide an electronic version of the final 2015 UWMP on its website for public review
within 30 days of filing the plan with DWR. Additionally, a hard copy will be available for review at
the City Hall building, located at 350 Main Street, El Segundo, California 90245.
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EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: August 2, 2015
AGENDA STATEMENT AGENDA HEADING: Special Order of Business
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
Consideration and possible action to open a Public Hearing, consider testimony, and adopt a
Resolution finding that the City conforms with the annual Congestion Management Program
(CMP) and adopting the annual CMP Local Development Report, in accordance with California
Government Code § 65089. (Fiscal Impact: None).
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
1. Open Public Hearing;
2. Discussion;
3. Adopt Resolution; and /or
4. Alternatively, discuss and take other possible related action to this item.
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1. Draft Resolution
2. 2016 Local Development Report
FISCAL IMPACT: None
Amount Budgeted: N/A
Additional Appropriation: N/A
Account Number(s): N/A
ORIGINATED BY: Gregg McClain, Planning Manager/;" f
REVIEWED BY: Sam Lee, Director Planning and Budding Safety
APPROVED BY: Greg Carpenter, City Manager
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:
I. Background
The Congestion Management Program (CMP) became effective with voter approval of
Proposition 111 in June 1990. The CMP has forged new ground linking transportation, land use
and air quality decisions. It requires agencies to weigh the impacts of traffic generated by new
developments and requires the mitigation of additional congestion. In accordance with State law
the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) Board has adopted the
CMP for Los Angeles County. Cities within the County are required to comply with the adopted
CMP or risk the loss of Gas tax revenues received pursuant to Proposition 111. The City
received $393,807.46 of tax revenue for this reporting period.
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The MTA requires that by September 1St of each year, local agencies submit a self- certification
Resolution and a Local Development Report pursuant to a noticed public hearing as required by
State law.
The self- certification Resolution consists of the following;
1. A finding that the City is in conformance with the CMP.
2. Certification that the City will continue to implement the Transportation Demand
Management Ordinance. (ESMC Chapter 15-16' ).
Certification that the City will continue to implement a Land Use Analysis Program.
(City Council Resolution No. 3805).
4. 2016 Local Development Report.
In previous years, the CMP required the City to calculate the total debits and credits accruing
from building and demolition permits and transportation improvement strategies and to maintain
a positive credit balance. The City's credit balance as of May 31, 2003 was 6,642. On February
18, 2004, MTA suspended the requirement that cities maintain a positive credit balance and
suspended the requirement to calculate credits and debits resulting from construction activity and
transportation improvements strategies to explore the feasibility of implementing a "Congestion
Mitigation Fee" to meet local requirements of the CMP Deficiency Plan. The City's current
credit balance remains frozen until the MTA adopts the fee.
On October 28, 2010 the MTA Board adopted the 2010 CMP for Los Angeles County. The
2010 CMP summarizes the results of 18 years of CMP highway and transit monitoring and 15
years of monitoring local growth. CMP implementation guidelines for local jurisdictions are also
contained in the 2010 CMP.
In 2013, MTA staff and their consultants completed a sub - regional pilot nexus study report to
examine the feasibility of implementing a "Congestion Mitigation Fee" for the MTA Board. In
June 2013, the MTA Board directed the CEO to work with the Sacramento legislative delegation
to conduct a hearing as to whether the CMP is still an appropriate and useful program. The
MTA Board directed the CEO to report back any State findings and legislative changes to CMP
statute, in consultation with the business and development community, local jurisdictions, the
Southern California Association of Governments (SLAG), and others. A local CMP Stakeholder
Workshop was held on March 4, 2014. Ninety -five stakeholders attended, including
representatives of the business and development community, jurisdictions, Councils of
Governments, active transportation representatives, SCAG, and others. A number of stakeholders
proposed that MTA should be using new metrics such as those proposed by SB 743 to measure
the performance of transportation investment. The MTA staff will conduct a thorough evaluation
of options, with a special focus on the emerging multi -modal performance measures proposed
under SB 743 that were released by the Governor's Office of Planning and Research (OPR) in
the summer of 2014. At this time, the MTA Board has not taken further action on this issue.
The Congestion Mitigation Fee would be a one time fee applied to all types of new development.
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If adopted by the MTA, locally adopted Congestion Mitigation Fee Programs that meet the CMP
compliance requirements would replace the currently suspended Debit - Credit Methodology of
the CMP Deficiency Plan. Cities that complied would retain their annual Section 2105 gas tax
revenue and would ensure their future eligibility with MTA. El Segundo has a locally adopted
traffic mitigation fee that is a one time fee applied to new development. Planning and Public
Works staff have been coordinating with MTA staff to ensure the eligibility and CMP
compliance of its existing traffic mitigation fees. The proposed program would: 1) require
approval by MTA and local jurisdictions; 2) provide cities credit for existing fee programs; and
3) delegate local control to each jurisdiction to collect fees and control the revenue to implement
projects while maintaining annual reporting to MTA.
In odd - numbered years the City is required to submit traffic count data to MTA by June 15 for
one selected arterial intersection (Sepulveda Boulevard /El Segundo Boulevard). In even -
numbered years the City is not required to submit traffic counts. This year the City is not
required to submit the traffic count data to MTA. The City is required to report the number of
new dwelling units permitted, the total floor area of new non - residential buildings, and
demolitions. The attached Local Development Report summarizes the development activity for
the June 1, 2015 to May 31, 2016 reporting year.
The development activity for this reporting year added 449,556 total square feet of non-
residential building area to the City (after the demolition of 34,595 square feet of non - residential
building area). Four (4) major commercial developments for this year's reporting period were
five commercial office buildings totaling 70,714 gross square feet on Duley Road, two new
hotels with a combined total of 219,731 gross square feet in area containing 324 rooms (Cambria
Suites and Hampton Inn), and the Lakers Athletic Facility totaling 121,852 gross square feet.
The residential projects for this year included 4 new single - family residential dwelling units.
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RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION FINDING THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA
TO BE IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE CONGESTION
MANAGEMENT PROGRAM (CMP) AND ADOPTING THE CMP
LOCAL DEVELOPMENT REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH
CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE § 65089..
The City Council of the City of El Segundo does resolve as follows:
SECTION 1: The City Council finds that:
A. The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority ( "LACMTA "),
acting as the Congestion Management Agency for Los Angeles County, adopted
the 2010 Congestion Management Program ( "CMP ") on October 28, 2010;
B. As adopted, the CMP statute requires that LACMTA annually determine that Los
Angeles County and cities within the County conform with all CMP
requirements;
C. The CMP requires municipalities within Los Angeles County to submit Local
Development Reports to the LACMTA by September 1 of each year;
D. The City Council held a noticed public hearing on August 2, 2016 during which it
considered the evidence presented by staff and the public regarding how the City
has implemented measures designed to mitigate the impacts of traffic congestion
resulting from new development;
E. Based upon the August 2, 2016 public hearing, the City Council determined that:
1. The City has taken all of the following actions in conformance with all
applicable requirements of the 2010 CMP adopted by the LACMTA
Board on October 28, 2010;
2. By June 15 of odd - numbered years the City conducts annual traffic counts
and calculated levels of service for selected arterial intersections,
consistent with the requirements identified in the CMP Highway and
Roadway System Chapter;
3. The City adopted and continues to implement a transportation demand
management ordinance consistent with the minimum requirements
identified in the CMP Transportation Demand Management Chapter;
4. The City adopted and continues to implement a land use analysis program
consistent with the minimum requirements identified in the CMP Land
Use Analysis Program chapter; and
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5. The City adopted a Local Development Report, which is attached as
Exhibit "A," and incorporated by reference, consistent with the
requirements identified in the 2010 CMP. This report balances traffic
congestion impacts due to growth within the City with transportation
improvements, and demonstrates that the City is meeting its
responsibilities under the County -wide Deficiency Plan consistent with
the LACMTA Board adopted 2014 Short Range Transportation Plan.
SECTION 2: In accordance with its findings, the City Council determines that the City of El
Segundo is in compliance with all requirements of the CMP adopted by the LACMTA Board on
October 28, 2010.
SECTION 3: This Resolution will remain effective until superseded by a subsequent resolution.
SECTION 4: This Resolution will take effect immediately upon adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 2nd day of August, 2016.
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Mark D. Hensley, City Attorney
David King, Assistant City Attorney
Suzanne Fuentes, Mayor
City of El Segundo
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ATTEST:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) SS
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO 1
I, Tracy Weaver, City Clerk of the City of El Segundo, California, do hereby certify that the
whole number of members of the City Council of said City is five; that the foregoing Resolution
No. was duly passed and adopted by said City Council, approved and signed by the
Mayor of said City, and attested to by the City Clerk of said City, all at a regular meeting of said
Council held on the 2nd day of August 2016, and the same was so passed and adopted by the
following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Tracy Weaver, City Clerk
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ENTER JURISDICTION NAME Date Prepared: July 6, 2016
2015 CMP Local Development Report
Reporting Period: JUNE 1, 2015 - MAY 31, 2016
Contact: Gregg McClain
Phone Number: (310) 524 -2380
CONGESTION MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
FOR LOS ANGELES COUNTY
IMPORTANT: All " #value!" cells on this page are automatically calculated.
Please do not enter data in these cells.
DEVELOPMENT TOTALS
RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY
Single Family Residential
Multi - Family Residential
Group Quarters
COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY
Commercial (less than 300,000 sq.ft.)
Commercial (300,000 sq.ft. or more)
Freestanding Eating & Drinking
NON - RETAIL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY
Lodging
Industrial
Office (less than 50,000 sq.ft.)
Office (50,000- 299,999 sq.ft.)
Office (300,000 sq.ft. or more)
Medical
Government
Institutional /Educational
University (# of students)
OTHER DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY
121,852 sq.ft. Lakers Athletic Facility
ENTER IF APPLICABLE
EXEMPTED DEVELOPMENT TOTALS
Exempted Dwelling Units
Exempted Non - residential sq. ft. (in 1,OC
Dwelling Units
4.00
0.00
0.00
1,000 Net S .Ft.Z
0.10
0.00----d
0.00
1.000 Net Sa.Ft.Z
219.73
11.82
95.15
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
Daily Trips
1,260.00
0.00
0
0
Page 1
2. Net square feet is the difference between new development and adjustments entered on pages 2 and 3.
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CITY OF EL SEGUNDO Date Prepared: July 6, 2016
2015 CMP Local Development Report
Reporting Period: JUNE 1, 2015 - MAY 31, 2016
Enter data for all cells labeled "Enter." If there are no data for that category, enter "0."
DEVELOPMENT PART 1: NEW
RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY
Category
Dwelling
Units
Single Family Residential
5.00
Multi - Family Residential
0.00
Group Quarters
0.00
COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY
Category
1,000 Gross
Square Feet
Commercial (less than 300,000 sq.ft.)_
0.1.0
Commercial (300,000 s .ft. or more)
Freestanding Eating & Drinking
NON - RETAIL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY
Category
1,000 Gross
Square Feet
Lodging
219.73
Industrial
40.31
Office less than 50,000 s .ft.)
101.25
Office (50,000- 299,999 s .ft. _ _ -
0.00
Office (300. 000 s .ft. or more)_
0.00
Medical
0.00
Government
0.00
Institutional /Educational
0.00
University (# of students) _
0.00
OTHER DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY
Description:
(Attach additional sheets if necessary)
Daily Trips
Enter "0" if none
121,852 sq.ft. Lakers Athletic Facility
1,260.00
ENTER IF APPLICABLE
0.00
Page 2
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CITY OF EL SEGUNDO Date Prepared: July 6, 2016
2015 CMP Local Development Report
Reporting Period: JUNE 1, 2015 - MAY 31, 2016
Enter data for all cells labeled "Enter." If there are no data for that category, enter "0."
PART 2: NEW DEVELOPMENT ADJUSTMENTS
IMPORTANT: Adjustments may be claimed only for 1) development permits that were both
issued and revoked, expired or withdrawn during the reporting period, and 2) demolition of any
structure with the reporting eriod.
RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT ADJUSTMENTS
Category
Dwelling
Units
Single Family Residential
1.00
Multi -Family Residential
0.00
Group Quarters
0.00
COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY
Category
1,000 Gross—
Square Feet
Commercial less than 300,000 s .ft.
0.00
Commercial (300,000 s .ft. or more )
0.00
Freestanding EatinU & Drinking__
0.00
NON - RETAIL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY
Category
1,000 Gross
Square Feet
Lodging
0.00
Industrial _
28.49
Office (less than 50,000 s .ft.
6.10
Office 50,000- 299,999 sq.ft.
_
0.00
Office 300,000 s .ft. or more
0.00
Medical
0.00
Government
_
0.00
_
Institutional /Educational
0.00
University # of students)
0.00
OTHER DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY
Description
(Attach additional sheets if necessary)
Daily Trips
Enter "0" if none
ENTER IF APPLICABLE
0.00
ENTER IF APPLICABLE
0.00
Page 3
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CITY OF EL SEGUNDO
Date Prepared: July 6, 2016
2015 CMP Local Development Report
Reporting Period: JUNE 1, 2015 - MAY 31, 2016
Enter data for all cells labeled "Enter." If there are no data for that category, enter "0."
'` D DEVELOPMENT
ACTIVITY
(NnT INCLUDED IN NEW DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY TOTALS)
Low/Very Low Income Housing
0
Dwelling Units
High Density Residential
0
Dwelling Units
Near Rail Stations
Mixed Use Developments
0
1,000 Gross Square Feet
Near Rail Stations
0
Dwelling Units
Development Agreements Entered
0
1,000 Gross Square Feet
into Prior to July 10, 1989
0
Dwelling Units
Reconstruction of Buildings
0
1,000 Gross Square Feet
Damaged due to "calamity"
0
Dwelling Units
Reconstruction of Buildings
0
1,000 Gross Square Feet
Damaged in Jan. 1994 Earthquake
0
Dwelling Units
Total Dwelling Units
0'.
Total Non - residential sq. ft. (in 1,000s)
0
Page 4
Exempted Development Definitions:.
1. Low/Very Low Income Housing: As defined by the California Department of Housing and Community
Development as follows:
- Low - Income: equal to or less than 80% of the County median income, with adjustments for family size.
- Very Low - Income: equal to or less than 50% of the County median income, with adjustments for family size.
2. High Density Residential Near Rail Stations: Development located within 1/4 mile of a fixed rail passenger
station and that is equal to or greater than 120 percent of the maximum residential density allowed under
the local general plan and zoning ordinance. A project providing a minimum of 75 dwelling units per acre
is automatically considered high density.
3. Mixed Uses Near Rail Stations: Mixed -use development located within 1/4 mile of a fixed rail passenger
station, if more than half of the land area, or floor area, of the mixed use development is used for high
density residential housing.
4. Development Agreements: Projects that entered into a development agreement (as specified under Section
65864 of the California Government Code) with a local jurisdiction prior to July 10, 1989.
5. Reconstruction or replacement of any residential or non - residential structure which is damaged or destroyed,
to the extent of > or = to 50% of its reasonable value, by fire, flood, earthquake or other similar calamity.
6. Any project of a federal, state or county agency that is exempt from local jurisdiction zoning regulations and
where the local jurisdiction is precluded from exercising any approval /disapproval authority. These locally
precluded projects do not have to be reported in the LDR.
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1994 -1995
1995 -1996
1996 -1997
1997 -1998
1998 -1999
1999 -2000
2000 -2001
2001 -2002
2002 -2003
2003 -2004
2004 -2005
2005 -2006
2006 -2007
2007 -2008
2008 -2009
2009 -2010
2010 -2011
2011 -2012
2012 -2013
2013 -2014
2014 -2015
2015 -2016
TOTAL
Non - Residential Building Permits issued
June 1, 1994 - May 31, 2016
New Floor Area
53,275
104,770
183,340
433,930
297,290
273,380
757,780
74,530
70,669
79,428
94,570
287,340
438,980
10,288
266,700
46,478
1,473
150,845
121,840
348,709
28,820
484,151
.1: i•
Demo Floor Area
12,000
187,030
64,300
51,020
141,520
25,960
57,650
183,400
118,815
118,402
4,590
74,780
7,745
101,780
130,980
660
38,479
700
9,300
12,030
34,595
1,375,736
Net Change
41,275
(82,260)
119,040
382,910
155,770
247,420
700,130
(108,870)
70,669
(39,387)
(23,832)
282,750
364,200
2,543
164,920
(84,502)
813
112,366
121,140
339,409
16,790
449,556
3,232,850
7/5/2016 development Tracking 2015- 2016.xls
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EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: August 2, 2016
AGENDA STATEMENT AGENDA HEADING: Public Hearing
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
Consideration and possible action regarding approval of Environmental Assessment No. EA -1143,
Zone Text Amendment No. ZTA 16 -01, Conditional Use Permit No. CUP 16 -01, Administrative
Use Permit No. AUP 16 -01, Adjustment No. ADJ 16 -04, and Off -Site Parking Covenant No.
MISC 16 -05. The Project site is located at 2171 -2191 Rosecrans Avenue, in the Urban Mixed Use
South (MU -S) Zone (the "Site ").
(Applicant: Continental Development Corporation).
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
1. Conduct a public hearing;
2. Take testimony and other evidence as presented;
3. Introduce an Ordinance (Zone Text Amendment No. ZTA 16 -01) amending four sections of
the El Segundo Municipal Code;
4. Schedule second reading and adoption of the Ordinance for August 16, 2016;
5. Adopt a Resolution a) approving a Mitigated Negative Declaration and a Mitigation
Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP), and b) approving Environmental Assessment
No. EA -1143, Zone Text Amendment No. ZTA 16 -01, Conditional Use Permit No. CUP 16-
01, Adjustment No. 16 -04, and Off-Site Parking Covenant No. 16 -05 at 2171— 2191 Rosecrans
Avenue (Cozymel's Mexican Grill site); and /or
6. Alternatively, discuss and take other possible action related to this item.
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
1. Proposed Ordinance
2. Proposed Ordinance (strike- out /underline version)
3. Resolution
4. Planning Commission Resolution No. 2798
5. Planning Commission Staff Report, dated July 14, 2016
6. Public Comments
7. Final Initial Study /Mitigated Negative Declaration
8. Plans
FISCAL IMPACT:
If approved, the proposed project will include a full- service restaurant, two new high- turnover
restaurants and a new bank that would likely result in a nominal increase in sales tax revenue and
business license tax revenue.
Amount Budgeted: N/A
Additional Appropriation: N/A
Account Number(s): N/A
ORIGINATED BY: Gregg McClain, Planning Manager
REVIEWED BY: Sam Lee, Planning and Buildin Safety Director
APPROVED BY: Greg Carpenter, City Manager, CA.. 4.
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I. INTRODUCTION
The proposed project is a request for:
A. A Zone Text Amendment (ZTA 16 -01) to amend four sections of the El Segundo
Municipal Code ( "ESMC ") to: a) allow onsite parking to encroach into interior side yard
and rear yard setback and landscape areas; b) allow outdoor dining areas and outdoor
gathering areas to be located within certain setback areas; and c) modify front and side yard
building setback requirements.
B. A Conditional Use Permit (CUP 16 -01) for 3,700 square feet of total outdoor dining area,
which would be provided and distributed for the proposed restaurants.
C. A Master Administrative Use Permit (AUP 16 -01) for the onsite sale and consumption of
beer, wine and alcohol at the proposed new restaurants.
D. The Administrative Adjustment (ADJ 16 -04) allowing one of the two proposed loading
spaces to be along a parking lot drive aisle.
E. An Off -Site Parking Covenant (MISC 16 -05) to allow 90 of the 177 required parking
spaces to be located off -site, in a parking structure located on the abutting property to the
north of the project site, which is also owned by the applicant.
The project site is located at 2171 -2191 Rosecrans Avenue (currently the Cozymel's Mexican Grill
site), in the Urban Mixed -Use South (MU -S) zone.
II. BACKGROUND:
Continental Development Corporation (the Applicant) requested approval of Environmental
Assessment No. EA -1143, Zone Text Amendment No. ZTA 16 -01, Conditional Use Permit No.
CUP 16 -01, Administrative Use Permit No. AUP 16 -01, Adjustment No. ADJ 16 -04, and Off-Site
Parking Covenant No. MISC 16 -05 to:
• Amend four sections of the El Segundo Municipal Code pertaining to parking standards,
site development standards, and open space areas and encroachments;
• Demolish an existing restaurant building, and construct three new buildings to
accommodate a bank, a full service restaurant and two high - turnover restaurants;
• Provide a total of 3,700 square feet of outdoor dining;
• Allow the onsite sale and consumption of beer and wine, and alcohol;
• Allow a loading space within in the parking lot drive aisle; and,
• Allow 90 of the 177 required parking spaces to be located offsite through a parking
covenant.
On July 14, 2016, the Planning Commission held a public hearing and considered the zone text
amendment, the entitlement applications and the associated Mitigated Negative Declaration for
the proposed development project. The Planning Commission received public testimony from the
applicant and the general public at the hearing. A representative of Continental Development
Corporation spoke in support of the project. At the July 14th meeting, Planning Commission
discussed the following issues related to the project:
• Traffic impacts
+ Location and number of trash enclosures
• Boundaries of the MU -S Zone
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Loading spaces and circulation
• Impacts to Police Department response times and personnel
During the Planning Commission's review of the project, including the zone text amendment and
the various entitlement applications, the Planning Commission determined that the necessary
findings associated with the applications could be made in a positive manner to warrant approval
of the project. Staff and the Applicant addressed the Commission's issues and questions, and after
discussing the merits of the project, the Planning Commission on a 4 -0 vote (Commissioner Nisley
absent) adopted Resolution No. 2798 (attached) recommending that the City Council approve the
zone text amendment, the Mitigated Negative Declaration, and approve the entitlement
applications associated with the development project. Since the project includes a zone text
amendment (ZTA 16 -01), the City Council is the decision - making body for the proposed project.
As such, it is now before the City Council for consideration.
In addition to the Notice of Intent that was mailed to property owners and public agencies on June
23, 2016, a public hearing notice of tonight's meeting was mailed to nine (9) property owners
within a 300 -foot radius from the subject property and interested parties on July 21, 2016. Further,
the notice was also published in the El Segundo Herald on July 21St. As of the preparation of this
Staff Report, one comment was received from the Los Angeles County Sanitation District in
response to the notices.
III. ANALYSIS
Pro'ect Site and Vicinity
The proposed Zone Text Amendment would apply to properties within the Mixed -Use South (MU-
S) Zone. The MU -S Zone consists of approximately 70 acres in the southeastern portion of the
City. The existing uses in the MU -S Zone include primarily light industrial, office, restaurant, and
some retail uses. Additionally, the MU -S Zone uses include a movie theater, a hotel, and a health
club /fitness facility located in over 30 buildings (including parking structures) that were developed
between 1964 and 2001.
The MU -S Zone is bounded by the Commercial Center (C -4) Zone to the west, the Light Industrial
(M -1) and Heavy Industrial (M -2) Zones to the north, the Aviation Specific Plan (ASP) to the east,
and a commercial Planned Development (PD) Zone in Manhattan Beach to the south.
The proposed redevelopment project is located at 2171 -2191 Rosecrans Avenue, a 1.54 -acre
rectangular shaped parcel. The site is located along the north side of Rosecrans Avenue between
Apollo Street and Continental Way. The General Plan Land Use designation is Urban Mixed Use
South, and is consistently zoned Urban Mixed Use South (MU -S). The property is currently
improved with an 8,195 square -foot, one -story full- service restaurant building (known as
"Cozymel's Mexican Grill "), and a surface parking lot with a total of 116 parking spaces onsite.
Access to the property is currently provided via two driveways, one along Apollo Street and
another along Continental Way (a private street).
The subject site is surrounded by a variety of commercial, office and light manufacturing uses.
The surrounding land uses are summarized in Table 1, below:
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Table 1
SURROUNDING LAND USES
Direction
Land Use
Zone
North
Parking structure, and office
Urban Mixed Use South (MU -S)
East
High tech design and manufacturing
Urban Mixed Use South (MU -S)
South
Manhattan Marketplace commercial
center
PD, City of Manhattan Beach
West
Six -story office, bank and restaurants
Urban Mixed Use South (MU -S)
Protect Deseri0ion
Zone Text Amendment; The proposal includes amending various sections of the El Segundo
Municipal Code (ESMC), and would be applicable to properties within the MU -S Zone. ESMC
Section 15- 5F -8(D), currently requires a minimum front yard building setback of 30 feet. The
amendment would reduce the minimum building setback standard to 20 feet, which would apply
to all front yards, except for those along Rosecrans Avenue.
ESMC Section 15- 2 -7(E) currently allows for encroachments of certain uses and structures into
setback areas provided that a 10 -foot setback is maintained. The requested amendment would
allow for greater encroachments and further reduce the required setbacks to allow outdoor dining
areas and outdoor gathering areas to be located up to 5 feet from a property line, rather than 10
feet. Additionally, these areas would be permitted to be covered by non -solid trellises, pergolas,
retractable awnings or other similar non - permanent covers. The proposed amendments would
provide for enhanced building features and amenities, and would bring more pedestrian activity
outside the buildings and closer to the street. The improved appearance, enhanced building
amenities, and more pedestrian- friendly environment would make the properties more attractive
to restaurant, retail and other similar uses.
Lastly, the proposed amendment to ESMC Sections 15- 2- 14(B)(3)(a) and 15- 15- 5(D)(2) would
allow for parking spaces to encroach further into interior side and rear setbacks on properties
located in the MU -S zone, provided that the corresponding side and rear property lines do not abut
a public or private street or driveway. The ESMC currently allows parking to encroach up to 50%
of the required setback area, provided a minimum landscaped setback of 5 feet is maintained. The
proposed amendment would allow onsite parking on properties within the MU -S Zone to encroach
up to interior side and rear property lines (zero setback), provided that the interior side and rear
property lines do not abut a public or private street.
Development Project: The applicant is proposing to redevelop the subject property, which
includes demolishing the existing 8,195 square foot (gross) restaurant building, and constructing
three new buildings totaling 13,570 square feet (gross) in area and associated parking. The project
would result in a net increase of 5,375 square feet (gross) in floor area to the project site. The new
buildings will accommodate three restaurants, associated outdoor dining areas, and a bank. The
new buildings will be clustered towards the street and the dining areas will be visible from along
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the roadways. Other features include new pedestrian access to the site directly from the street;
bicycle parking; an additional ingress /egress driveway along Continental Way; and both onsite
and offsite parking.
Table 2 provides a summary of the project components.
Table 2
Project Summary
Building Areas
Building A (full- service restaurant)
4,060 sf
Building B (fast -food or full - service
restaurant)
restaurant space b -1
restaurant space b -2
3,140 sf
3,360 sf
Building C (bank)
3,010 sf
Total
13,570 sf
Outdoor Dining Areas
Building A
1,500 sf
Building B
2,200 sf
Building C
_
Total
3,700 sf
Parking Stalls
Standard (8'6 "x18')
59 stalls
Compact (8'6 "X15')
20 stalls
Accessible (9'x18')
8 stalls
Total
...._ .
87 stalls
(Plus, 90 stalls provided off -site on
adjacent property through parking
covenant)
..... _
Loading Spaces
Small Truck (12'X25')
Building A
Building B
I space
I space
Total
2 spaces
Bicycle Parking
Between Buildings A and B
4 stalls
Between Buildings B and C
8 stalls
Total
12 stalls
For a more in -depth analyses for each component of the project, please refer to the attached
Planning Commission Staff Report of July 14, 2016.
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IV. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
In accordance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), an Initial
Study was prepared of the project's environmental impacts (see attached Draft IS /MND).
Although CEQA identifies a number of categorical exemptions that would exempt a proposed
project from the preparation of environmental documents, the IS /MND) were prepared since the
proposed project did not qualify for a CEQA exemption. The IS /MND was prepared by Staff,
while the technical studies were prepared by the applicant. The technical studies for the IS /MND
included air quality and greenhouse gas modeling, and a traffic impact report. To ensure the
adequacy of the technical studies, the City retained Michael Baker International, a consulting firm
pre- approved and retained by the City, to conduct a peer review of the technical studies. Michael
Baker found that the technical studies were prepared in accordance with industry standards and
were adequate for use in the IS /MND document.
As shown in the attached Final IS /MND (Attachment "T'), the project will not result in or create
any significant impacts, or have less than significant impacts to aesthetics, agriculture and forestry
resources, geology /soils, greenhouse gas emissions, hazards /hazardous materials, land use,
mineral resources, noise, population and housing, public services, recreation, biological resources,
cultural resources, and transportation/traffic; and, utilities. However, the Initial Study identified
that the project may create potentially significant impacts to hydrology /water quality, air quality,
and aesthetics, unless mitigated with appropriate measures. The mitigation measures are identified
in the Final IS /MND document, and have been included in the associated Mitigation Monitoring
and Reporting Program (MMRP) that is attached to the Resolution.
As indicated above, Staff received a comment letter from Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts
during the MND circulation period. The comments offer clarification to the Utilities and Service
Systems section of the IS /MND document, and do not substantially alter the analyses or findings
of the IS /MND. Consequently, recirculation of the IS/MND is not required pursuant to section
15073.5 of the CEQA Guidelines.
V. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
An additional condition of approval (no. 23) has been included in the attached Resolution that was
not part of Planning Commission Resolution No. 2798. The new condition (no. 23) requires the
applicant to submit and record an irrevocable offer to dedicate a portion of the property along
Rosecrans Avenue. The intent is to give the City the ability to widen the right -of -way to install a
bike lane or other public improvement that necessitates widening of Rosecrans Avenue. Further,
such irrevocable offer is necessary to ensure conformance with exhibit C -8 in the circulation
element of the City's General Plan. Lastly, inclusion of a condition requiring an irrevocable offer
is consistent with ESMC Section 15- 24A -3A.
VI. RECOMMENDATION
Planning Staff recommends that the Council introduce an Ordinance (Zone Text Amendment No.
ZTA 16 -01) amending four sections of the El Segundo Municipal Code; schedule second reading
and adoption of the Ordinance for August 16, 2016; and adopt Resolution No. , approving a
Mitigated Negative Declaration and a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, and
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approving Environmental Assessment No. EA -1143, Zone Text Amendment No. ZTA 16 -01,
Conditional Use Permit No. CUP 16 -01, Adjustment No. 16 -04, and Off -Site Parking Covenant
No, 16 -05 at 2171 — 2191 Rosecrans Avenue (Cozymel's site).
PAPlanning & Building Safety \0 Planning - Old\PROJECTS (Planning) \1126- 1150\EA -1143 \City Council\2016- 08- 02\EA -1 143 CC Staff
Report 2016- 08- 02_FINAL.docx
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ATTACHMENT 1
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE
§§ 15-2-7,15-2-14,15-SF-8, AND 15 -15 -5 TO ALLOW OUTDOOR
DINING AREAS AND OUTDOOR GATHERING AREAS TO BE
LOCATED UP TO 5 -FEET FROM A PROPERTY LINE IN THE MU-
S ZONE; TO MODIFY THE FRONT AND SIDE YARD SETBACK
REQUIREMENTS FOR BUILDINGS IN THE MU -S ZONE; AND TO
ALLOW ONSITE PARKING TO ENCROACH INTO INTERIOR
SIDE YARD AND REAR YARD SETBACK AND LANDSCAPED
SETBACK AREAS IN THE MU -S ZONE.
The City Council of the City of El Segundo does ordain as follows:
SECTION 1: The City Council finds and declares as follows:
A. On January 19, 2016, Continental Development Corporation filed an
application for Environmental Assessment No. EA -1143, Zone Text
Amendment ( "ZTA ") 16 -01, Conditional Use Permit ( "CUP ") No. 16 -01,
Administrative Use Permit ( "AUP ") No. 16 -01, Administrative Adjustment
( "ADJ ") 16 -04 and Off -Site Parking Covenant (MISC) 16 -05 to amend
several sections of the El Segundo Municipal Code, demolish an existing
8,195 square foot (gross) restaurant building and redevelop the site with
three new buildings totaling 13,570 square feet to accommodate a bank, a
full service restaurant and two high turn -over restaurants, 3,700 square feet
of outdoor dining area, onsite sale and consumption of beer and wind, and
alcohol, a loading space within the parking lot drive aisle, and a parking
covenant for a portion of the required parking to be located offsite on an
adjacent property to the north (at 860 Apollo Street);
B. The project applications were reviewed by the City's Planning and Building
Safety Department for, in part, consistency with the General Plan and
conformity with the El Segundo Municipal Code ( "ESMC ");
C. The City reviewed the project's environmental impacts under the California
Environmental Quality Act (California Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et
seq., "CEQA ") and the regulations promulgated thereunder (14 California
Code of Regulations §§ 15000, et seq., the "CEQA Guidelines "), and the
City's Environmental Guidelines (City Council Resolution No. 3805,
adopted March 16, 1993);
D. On July 14, 2016, the Planning Commission held a public hearing to receive
public testimony and other evidence regarding the proposed amendments,
including, without limitation, information provided to the Planning
Commission by City staff and public testimony;
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E. On July 14, 2016, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 2798
recommending the City Council approve Environmental Assessment No.
EA -1143 and Zone Text Amendment No. ZTA 16 -01;
F. On August 2, 2016, the City Council held a public hearing and considered
the information provided by City staff and public testimony regarding this
Ordinance; and
G. This Ordinance and its findings are made based upon the entire
administrative record including, without limitation, testimony and evidence
presented to the City Council at its August 2, 2016 hearing and the staff
report submitted by the Planning and Building Safety Department.
SECTION 2: Environmental Assessment. Pursuant to the provisions of the California
Environmental Quality Act, Public Resources Code Sections 21000 et. seq. ( "CEQA "),
the State's CEQA Guidelines, California Code of Regulation, Title 14, Section 15000 et.
seq., and the City's Local CEQA Guidelines, the City of El Segundo prepared an Initial
Study and determined that the Amendments and related development project will have
less than significant impact on the environment with incorporation of the mitigation
measures included in the IS /MND and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program.
A. The Initial Study /Mitigated Negative Declaration was available for public
review and comment from June 23, 2016 through July 14, 2016, and
throughout the public hearing process.
B. Copies of the draft Initial Study /Mitigated Negative Declaration were
distributed to the City Council, and prior to taking action on the proposed
Amendments and related development project, the City Council
independently reviewed and considered the information and findings
contained in the Mitigated Negative Declaration and determined that the
document was prepared in compliance with the requirements of CEQA and
local guidelines, with respect thereto.
SECTION 3: Findings. The City Council incorporates by reference all of the findings and
conclusions set forth in Planning Commission Resolution No. 2798 as if fully set forth
including, without limitation, the Initial Study /Mitigated Negative Declaration set forth in
Section 3 of Planning Commission Resolution No. 2798.
SECTION 4: ESMC §15- 2 -7(E) "Open Space Areas and Encroachments" is amended to
read as follows:
"15 -2 -7: OPEN SPACE AREAS AND ENCROACHMENTS:
The following open space and encroachment provisions are required for the indicated
zones:
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E. Urban Mixed -Use South (MU -S) Zone: In addition to other encroachments in
nonresidential zoning districts, stairs; pedestrian ramps; and related safety
guardrails; patios, decks, and similar outdoor areas used as gathering spaces; and
outdoor dining areas, may be located within setback areas as follows:
Stairs, pedestrian ramps, and related safety guardrails must maintain at
least a three -foot (3') distance to a lot line.
2. Patios, decks, and similar outdoor areas used as gathering spaces, and
outdoor dining areas must be enclosed by walls, fences, and /or hedges.
These may be up to three feet six inches (3'6 ") in height and maintain at
least a five foot ('S') distance to a property line. Walls, fences, and /or
hedges may exceed three feet six inches (3'6 ") in height, provided that the
portion exceeding three feet six inches in height is of a transparent or
translucent material, subject to the review and approval of the Director of
Planning and Building Safety. These areas may be covered by a non -solid
trellis or pergola; or by a retractable awning, large umbrella or other similar
non - permanent cover which provides protection from rain, subject to the
approval by the Director of Planning and Building Safety."
SECTION 5: ESMC §15- 2- 14(B)(3)(a) "Landscaping (property perimeter)" is amended to
read as follows:
"15 -2 -14: LANDSCAPING:
B. Components: To achieve these purposes, the landscape criteria is divided into the
following components:
3. Property Perimeter: All required setback areas shall be fully landscaped
including permanent irrigation systems. The landscaping shall incorporate
the theme utilized for the public rights of way and one shade tree shall be
provided for every twenty five feet (26) of street frontage. The following
encroachments are permitted into the landscaped setback areas:
a. Parking spaces may encroach into the landscaped setback area up to a
maximum of fifty percent (50 %) of the required setback area, provided a
minimum landscaped setback of five feet_ (5') is maintained. For
properties within the Mixed -Use South (MU -S) zone, parking spaces
may be located in interior side and rear setbacks up to the interior side
or rear property line, provided that the interior side or rear property line
does not abut a public or private street or driveway.
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SECTION 6: ESMC §15- 5F -8(D) "Site Development Standards" is amended to read as
follows:
"15 -5F -8: SITE DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS:
All uses within the MU -S zone shall comply with the development standards contained in
this section.
D. Setback:
1. Front Yard: Twenty feet (20') minimum; except that along Rosecrans
Avenue, a minimum setback of thirty feet (30') must be provided. Off street
parking may encroach upon the setback area, but may not diminish the
required amount of landscaping.
2. Side Yard: Twenty feet (20') minimum, unless one of the following
conditions exists:
a. If the side yard abuts property with a different Zoning classification, the
side yard setback shall be the average of the two (2) required side yard
setbacks, but not less than ten feet (10').
b. If the side yard abuts Rosecrans Avenue or Park Place, a minimum
setback of thirty feet (30') must be provided.
3. Rear Yard: Five feet (5) minimum, unless the rear yard adjoins an alley,
dedicated street, or public right of way, or if the primary access is through
the rear yard. In these cases, a minimum of thirty feet (30') shall be
provided.
SECTION 7: ESMC §15- 15- 5(D)(2) "Parking Area Development Standards
(nonresidential spaces)" is amended to read as follows:
"15 -15 -5: PARKING AREA DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS:
D. Parking Space Location:
2. Nonresidential Spaces:
a. Encroachment: Parking spaces may encroach into a required setback
up to a maximum of fifty percent (50 %) of the required setback area,
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provided a minimum landscaped setback of five feet (6) is maintained.
For properties within the Mixed -Use South (MU -S) zone, parking spaces
may be located in interior side and rear setbacks up to the interior side
or rear property line, provided that the interior side and rear property line
does not abut a public or private street or driveway.
b. Minimum Landscaped Setback: Parking spaces that back up directly
into a driveway entrance must maintain a minimum landscaped setback
of twenty feet (20') from any street facing property line.
c. Access By Alley: Where vehicular access is provided by an alley,
parking may intrude into the required rear yard; provided, however, the
amount of setback intruded upon must be replaced by increasing the
other required yards on site by an equivalent amount.
SECTION 8: CONSTRUCTION. This Ordinance must be broadly construed in order to
achieve the purposes stated in this Ordinance. It is the City Council's intent that the
provisions of this Ordinance be interpreted or implemented by the City and others in a
manner that facilitates the purposes set forth in this Ordinance.
SECTION 9: ENFORCEABILITY Repeal of any provision of the ESMC does not affect
any penalty, forfeiture, or liability incurred before, or preclude prosecution and imposition
of penalties for any violation occurring before this Ordinance's effective date. Any such
repealed part will remain in full force and effect for sustaining action or prosecuting
violations occurring before the effective date of this Ordinance.
SECTION 10: VALIDITY OF PREVIOUS CODE SECTIONS. If this entire
Ordinance or its application is deemed invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, any
repeal or amendment of the ESMC or other city ordinance by this Ordinance will be
rendered void and cause such previous ESMC provision or other the city ordinance to
remain in full force and effect for all purposes.
SECTION 11: SEVERABILITY. If any part of this Ordinance or its application is deemed
invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the City Council intends that such invalidity
will not affect the effectiveness of the remaining provisions or applications and, to this
end, the provisions of this Ordinance are severable.
SECTION 12: The City Clerk is directed to certify the passage and adoption of this
Ordinance; cause it to be entered into the City of El Segundo's book of original
ordinances; make a note of the passage and adoption in the records of this meeting; and,
within fifteen (15) days after the passage and adoption of this Ordinance, cause it to be
published or posted in accordance with California law.
SECTION 13: This Ordinance will go into effect and be in full force and effect on the
thirty -first (31 st) day after its passage and adoption.
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PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of , 2016.
Suzanne Fuentes, Mayor
ATTEST:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) SS
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO
I, Tracy Weaver, City Clerk of the City of El Segundo, California, do hereby certify that
the whole number of members of the City Council of said City is five; that the foregoing
Ordinance No. was duly introduced by said City Council at a regular meeting held
on the day of , 2016, and was duly passed and adopted by said City
Council, approved and signed by the Mayor, and attested to by the City Clerk, all at a
regular meeting of said Council held on the day of 2016, and the same
was so passed and adopted by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Tracy Weaver, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Mark D. Hensley, City Attorney
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ATTACHMENT 2
PROPOSED ORDINANCE
(STRIKE-OUT/UNDERLINE VERSION
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE
§§ 15-2-7,15-2-14,15-SF-8, AND 15 -15 -5 TO ALLOW OUTDOOR
DINING AREAS AND OUTDOOR GATHERING AREAS TO BE
LOCATED UP TO 5 -FEET FROM A PROPERTY LINE IN THE MU-
S ZONE; TO MODIFY THE FRONT AND SIDE YARD SETBACK
REQUIREMENTS FOR BUILDINGS IN THE MU -S ZONE; AND TO
ALLOW ONSITE PARKING TO ENCROACH INTO INTERIOR
SIDE YARD AND REAR YARD SETBACK AND LANDSCAPED
SETBACK AREAS IN THE MU -S ZONE.
The City Council of the City of El Segundo does ordain as follows:
SECTION 1: The City Council finds and declares as follows:
A. On January 19, 2016, Continental Development Corporation filed an
application for Environmental Assessment No. EA -1143, Zone Text
Amendment ( "ZTA ") 16 -01, Conditional Use Permit ( "CUP ") No. 16 -01,
Administrative Use Permit ( "AUP ") No. 16 -01, Administrative Adjustment
( "ADJ ") 16 -04 and Off -Site Parking Covenant (MISC) 16 -05 to amend
several sections of the El Segundo Municipal Code, demolish an existing
8,195 square foot (gross) restaurant building and redevelop the site with
three new buildings totaling 13,570 square feet to accommodate a bank, a
full service restaurant and two high turn -over restaurants, 3,700 square feet
of outdoor dining area, onsite sale and consumption of beer and wind, and
alcohol, a loading space within the parking lot drive aisle, and a parking
covenant for a portion of the required parking to be located offsite on an
adjacent property to the north (at 860 Apollo Street);
B. The project applications were reviewed by the City's Planning and Building
Safety Department for, in part, consistency with the General Plan and
conformity with the El Segundo Municipal Code ( "ESMC ");
C. The City reviewed the project's environmental impacts under the California
Environmental Quality Act (California Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et
seq., "CEQA ") and the regulations promulgated thereunder (14 California
Code of Regulations §§ 15000, et seq., the "CEQA Guidelines "), and the
City's Environmental Guidelines (City Council Resolution No. 3805,
adopted March 16, 1993);
D. On July 14, 2016, the Planning Commission held a public hearing to receive
public testimony and other evidence regarding the proposed amendments,
including, without limitation, information provided to the Planning
Commission by City staff and public testimony;
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E. On July 14, 2016, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 2798
recommending the City Council approve Environmental Assessment No.
EA -1143 and Zone Text Amendment No. ZTA 16 -01;
F. On August 2, 2016, the City Council held a public hearing and considered
the information provided by City staff and public testimony regarding this
Ordinance; and
G. This Ordinance and its findings are made based upon the entire
administrative record including, without limitation, testimony and evidence
presented to the City Council at its August 2, 2016 hearing and the staff
report submitted by the Planning and Building Safety Department.
SECTION 2: Environmental Assessment. Pursuant to the provisions of the California
Environmental Quality Act, Public Resources Code Sections 21000 et. seq. ( "CEQA "),
the State's CEQA Guidelines, California Code of Regulation, Title 14, Section 15000 et.
seq., and the City's Local CEQA Guidelines, the City of El Segundo prepared an Initial
Study and determined that the Amendments and related development project will have
less than significant impact on the environment with incorporation of the mitigation
measures included in the IS /MND and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program.
A. The Initial Study /Mitigated Negative Declaration was available for public
review and comment from June 23, 2016 through July 14, 2016, and
throughout the public hearing process.
B. Copies of the draft Initial Study /Mitigated Negative Declaration were
distributed to the City Council, and prior to taking action on the proposed
Amendments and related development project, the City Council
independently reviewed and considered the information and findings
contained in the Mitigated Negative Declaration and determined that the
document was prepared in compliance with the requirements of CEQA and
local guidelines, with respect thereto.
SECTION 3: Findings. The City Council incorporates by reference all of the findings and
conclusions set forth in Planning Commission Resolution No. 2798 as if fully set forth
including, without limitation, the Initial Study /Mitigated Negative Declaration set forth in
Section 3 of Planning Commission Resolution No. 2798.
SECTION 4: ESMC §15- 2 -7(E) "Open Space Areas and Encroachments" is amended to
read as follows (strikethfo4gh is language deleted, and underlined is language added):
"15 -2 -7: OPEN SPACE AREAS AND ENCROACHMENTS:
The following open space and encroachment provisions are required for the indicated
zones:
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E. Urban Mixed -Use South (MU -S) Zone: In addition to other encroachments in
nonresidential zoning districts, stairs; pedestrian ramps; and related safety
guardrails; and unFGe#ed patios, ancl-decks and similar-o-utdoor rea$ used as
hexing inin r may be located within setback areas
as follows:
Stairs, pedestrian ramps, and related safety guardrails must maintain at
least a three -foot (3') distance to a lot line.
2, eefad-ppatios, and- decks, and similar outdo as gathering
spaces, door dinin are
,.M must be enclosed by walls, fences, and /or
hedges. These may be up to three feet six inches (3'6 ") in height and
maintain at least a five ten-foot (4-5') distance to a property line. 4nmofed
patios and decks- ence " 'malls, fences, and /or hedges may
exceeding three feet six inches (3'6 ") in height, provided that the portion
exceeding three f et six inches in height is of a transparent or translucent
material, subject to th e review and aDuroval of the ❑irQQtor of Planning and
Building SE , M ink vs aintaiR at least a fifteen _fact O L^.'1 rleL }anne to .+
r�e.�.` -'- ... r.� �.....i �.ui�. at .....uvW u rrrwvi r rve.+z� x
line. These araas may be covered by a non -solid treIIis or pergeJW; or bv�
retractable awning, large umbrella or other similar non - permanent cover
which provides pr i from rain, subject to the approval by the Director
of Planning and Buildin S ..fety
SECTION 5: ESMC §1 5-2-14(13)(3)(a) "Landscaping (property perimeter)" is amended to
read as follows (strH(eth -rough is language deleted, and underlined is language added):
"15 -2 -14: LANDSCAPING:
B. Components: To achieve these purposes, the landscape criteria is divided into the
following components:
3. Property Perimeter: All required setback areas shall be fully landscaped
including permanent irrigation systems. The landscaping shall incorporate
the theme utilized for the public rights of way and one shade tree shall be
provided for every twenty five feet (25') of street frontage. The following
encroachments are permitted into the landscaped setback areas:
a. Parking s aces may encroach into the landscaped setback area up to a
maximum of fifty percent (50 %) of the required setback area, provided a
minimum landscaped setback of five feet (5) is maintained. For
properties within the Mixed -Use South-(MU-S) zone, narking spaced
may be located in interior side and rear setbacks urn to the interior side
or rear pror)erty line, ovided that h Lterior side or rear eror)erty line
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SECTION 5: ESMC §15- 5F -8(D) "Site Development Standards" is amended to read as
follows ( & #*-E e gh is language deleted, and underlined is language added):
"15 -5F -8: SITE DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS:
All uses within the MU -S zone shall comply with the development standards contained in
this section.
D. Setback:
1. Front Yard: Twenty feet (20 _minimum_ except that along Rosecrans
AvenueserU oi� a minimum setback of tThirty feet (30') must be
gr_ovided minimum. Off street parking may encroach upon the setback area,
but may not diminish the required amount of landscaping.
2. Side Yard: Twenty five -feet (205') minimum, unless one of the following
conditions exists:
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ab. If the side yard abuts property with a different Zone classification, the
side yard setback shall be the average of the two (2) re ire =A side yard
setbacks, but not less than ten feet (10').
b if the side yard abuts Rosecran,5 Avenue or Park Place, a minimum
setback of thirty feet (30' must be orovided
3. Rear Yard: Five feet (5') minimum, unless the rear yard adjoins an alley,
dedicated street, or public right of way, or if the primary access is through
the rear yard. In these cases, a minimum of thirty feet (30') shall be
provided.
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SECTION 7: ESMC §15- 15- 5(D)(2) "Parking Area Development Standards
(nonresidential spaces)" is amended to read as follows (6triIqethFeugh is language
deleted, and underlined is language added):
"15 -15 -5: PARKING AREA DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS:
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D. Parking Space Location:
2. Nonresidential Spaces:
a. Encroachment: Parking spaces may encroach into a required
lss,ai�ed setback up to a maximum of fifty percent (50 %) of the
required setback area, provided a minimum landscaped setback of five
feet (5) is maintained. For properties within the Mixed-Use—South (MU-
S ) zone, parking spaces may be located in interior side and rear
setbacks up to the interior sire or rear property line_ provided that the
interior i d rear r 'ne doe ot t o public or rivate r e�
or driveway-
b. Minimum Landscaped Setback: Parking spaces that back up directly
into a driveway entrance must maintain a minimum landscaped setback
of twenty feet (20') from any street facing property line.
c. Access By Alley: Where vehicular access is provided by an alley,
parking may intrude into the required rear yard; provided, however, the
amount of setback intruded upon must be replaced by increasing the
other required yards on site by an equivalent amount.
SECTION 8: CONSTRUCTION. This Ordinance must be broadly construed in order to
achieve the purposes stated in this Ordinance. It is the City Council's intent that the
provisions of this Ordinance be interpreted or implemented by the City and others in a
manner that facilitates the purposes set forth in this Ordinance.
SECTION 9: ENFORCEABILITY. Repeal of any provision of the ESMC does not affect
any penalty, forfeiture, or liability incurred before, or preclude prosecution and imposition
of penalties for any violation occurring before this Ordinance's effective date. Any such
repealed part will remain in full force and effect for sustaining action or prosecuting
violations occurring before the effective date of this Ordinance.
SECTION 10: VALIDITY OF PREVIOUS CODE SECTIONS. If this entire
Ordinance or its application is deemed invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, any
repeal or amendment of the ESMC or other city ordinance by this Ordinance will be
rendered void and cause such previous ESMC provision or other the city ordinance to
remain in full force and effect for all purposes.
SECTION 11. SEVERABILITY. If any part of this Ordinance or its application is deemed
invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the City Council intends that such invalidity
will not affect the effectiveness of the remaining provisions or applications and, to this
end, the provisions of this Ordinance are severable.
SECTION 12: The City Clerk is directed to certify the passage and adoption of this
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Ordinance; cause it to be entered into the City of El Segundo's book of original
ordinances; make a note of the passage and adoption in the records of this meeting; and,
within fifteen (15) days after the passage and adoption of this Ordinance, cause it to be
published or posted in accordance with California law.
SECTION 13: This Ordinance will go into effect and be in full force and effect on the
thirty -first (31st) day after its passage and adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this __ day of , 2016.
Suzanne Fuentes, Mayor
ATTEST:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) SS
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO 1
I, Tracy Weaver, City Clerk of the City of El Segundo, California, do hereby certify that
the whole number of members of the City Council of said City is five; that the foregoing
Ordinance No. was duly introduced by said City Council at a regular meeting held
on the day of 2016, and was duly passed and adopted by said City
Council, approved and signed by the Mayor, and attested to by the City Clerk, all at a
regular meeting of said Council held on the day of 2016, and the same
was so passed and adopted by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Tracy Weaver, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Mark D. Hensley, City Attorney
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ATTACHMENT 3
RESOLUTION
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RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL
SEGUNDO ADOPTING THE MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION
AND MITIGATION MONITORING AND REPORTING PROGRAM
(MMRP) UNDER THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
FOR ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT NO. EA -1143, ZONE TEXT
AMENDMENT NO. ZTA 16 -01, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. CUP
16 -01, ADJUSTMENT NO. 16-04, AND OFF -SITE PARKING COVENANT
NO. 16-05; APPROVING ZONE TEXT AMENDMENT NO. ZTA 16 -01 FOR
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE §§ 15-
15-5, 15 -2 -14, 15 -2 -7, AND 15 -5F -8 PERTAINING TO PARKING
ENCROACHMENTS INTO SETBACK AND LANDSCAPE AREA,
BUILDING SETBACK STANDARDS, AND OUTDOOR DINING AND
GATHERING AREA ENCROACHMENTS INTO SETBACKS IN THE MU-
S ZONE; AND APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 16 -01,
ADMINISTRATIVE USE PERMIT NO. 16 -01, ADJUSTMENT NO. 16 -04
AND OFF -SITE PARKING COVENANT NO. MISC 16 -05 FOR THE
DEMOLITION OF AN EXISTING BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION OF
THREE NEW BUILDINGS WITH OUTDOOR DINING AREAS, ONSITE
SALE AND CONSUMPTION OF BEER, WINE AND ALCOHOL, A
LOADING SPACE WITHIN THE PARKING LOT DRIVE AISLE, AND AN
OFF -SITE PARKING COVENANT FOR A PROJECT LOCATED AT 2171-
2191 ROSECRANS AVENUE (CURRENTLY DEVELOPED WITH
COZYMEL'S MEXICAN GRILL).
The City Council of the City of El Segundo does hereby resolve as follows:
SECTION 1: The City Council does hereby finds and declares that:
A. On January 16, 2016, Continental Development Corporation filed an
application for Environmental Assessment No. EA -1143, Zone Text
Amendment ( "ZTA ") 16 -01, Conditional Use Permit ( "CUP ") No. 16 -01,
Administrative Use Permit ( "AUP ") No. 16 -01, Adjustment ( "ADJ ") 16 -04 and
Off -Site Parking Covenant (MISC) 16 -05 to amend several sections of the El
Segundo Municipal Code ( "ESMC "), demolish an existing 8,195 square foot
(gross) restaurant building and redevelop the site with three new buildings
totaling 13,570 square feet to accommodate a bank, a full service restaurant
and two high turn -over restaurants, 3,700 square feet of outdoor dining area,
onsite sale and consumption of beer and wind, and alcohol, a loading space
within the parking lot drive aisle, and a parking covenant for a portion of the
required parking to be located offsite on an adjacent property to the north (at
860 Apollo Street);
B. The project site measures 1.54 acres in area, is zoned Urban Mixed Use
South (MU -S), is located at 2171 -2191 Rosecrans Avenue, and is commonly
known as Assessor's Parcel Number 4138 - 011 -021;
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C. The project applications were reviewed by the City's Planning and Building
Safety Department for, in part, consistency with the General Plan and
conformity with the ESMC;
D. In addition, the City reviewed the project's environmental impacts under the
California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et
seq., "CEQA "), the regulations promulgated thereunder (14 Cal. Code of
Regulations § §15000, et seq., the "CEQA Guidelines "), and the City's
Environmental Guidelines (City Council Resolution No. 3805, adopted March
16, 1993);
E. The Planning Commission of the City of El Segundo held a noticed public
hearing on July 14, 2016, to review and consider the staff report prepared
for the Project, receive public testimony, and review all correspondence
received on the Project;
F. On July 14, 2016, the Planning Commission of the City of El Segundo
adopted Resolution No. 2798, recommending that the City Council adopt the
Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting
Program, and approve Environmental Assessment No. EA -1143, Zone Text
Amendment No. ZTA 16 -01, Conditional Use Permit No. CUP 16 -01,
Adjustment No. 16 -04, and Off -Site Parking Covenant No. 16 -05 at 2171 —
2191 Rosecrans Avenue (Cozymel's site);
G. The City Council of the City of El Segundo held a duly noticed public hearing
on August 2, 2016, to review and consider the staff report prepared for the
project, receive public testimony, and review all correspondence received on
the project; and,
H. This Resolution, and its findings, are made, in part, based upon the evidence
presented to the Planning Commission at its July 14, 2016 public hearing
and upon the evidence presented to the City Council at its August 2, 2016
public hearing including, without limitation, the staff reports and Initial
Study /Mitigated Negative Declaration submitted by the Planning and
Building Safety Department.
SECTION 2: Factual Findings and Conclusions. The City Council finds that the following
facts exist:
A. The subject site is located in the Urban Mixed Use South (MU -S) Zone, at
2171 Rosecrans Avenue. The subject property is a 1.54 -acre site located
on the north side of Rosecrans Avenue, between Apollo Street and
Continental Way.
B. The property is currently improved with an 8,195 square -foot, full - service
restaurant building, commonly known as "Cozymel's Mexican Grill."
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C, The proposed project includes demolishing the existing restaurant building
and constructing three new buildings totaling 13,570 square feet (gross) in
area to accommodate a full - service restaurant, two high - turnover
restaurants, and a bank. The following applications are necessary to
accommodate the proposed project:
Zone Text Amendment No. 16 -01 is to amend Section 15 -15 -5
(Parking Area Development Standards) and Section 15 -2 -14
(Landscaping) to allow onsite parking to encroach into interior side
yard and rear yard setback and landscaped setback areas in the MU-
S Zone; amend Section 15 -2 -7 (Open Space Areas and
Encroachments) to allow outdoor dining areas and outdoor gathering
areas to be located up to 5 feet from a property line in the MU -S Zone;
and amend Section 15 -5F -8 (Site Development Standards) to modify
the front and side yard setback requirements for buildings in the MU-
S zone.
Conditional Use Permit No. 16 -01 is to allow for a total of 3,700 square
feet of outdoor dining areas with shade structures, associated with the
proposed restaurant buildings, which cumulatively exceed 20% of the
interior dining areas.
iii. Administrative Use Permit No. 16 -01 is to allow for the onsite sale and
consumption of beer and wine (Department of Alcoholic Beverage
Control ( "ABC ") license Type 41), and distilled spirits (ABC license
Type 47) at the new full- service restaurant and two high turnover
restaurants. Specifically, the full- service restaurant building would
measure 4,060 square feet (gross) in area, comprised of 2,436
square feet of interior dining area, 1,624 square feet of interior non -
dining area, and 1,500 square feet of outdoor dining area. The high
turnover restaurant building would measure 6,500 square feet (gross)
in area to accommodate two high turnover restaurants, and 2,200
square feet of outdoor dining area would be dedicated for the building.
iv. Adjustment No. 16 -04 is to allow one of the two loading spaces to be
located along the parking lot drive aisle. The required minimum drive
aisle width for 90- degree parking is 25 feet. The project provides a
width of 14 feet when the loading space is in use.
V. Off -site Parking Covenant No. MISC 16 -05 is to allow 90 of the 177
parking stalls to be located off -site, in a parking structure located on
the abutting property to the north of the project site, which is owned
by the Applicant.
D. An Initial Study /Mitigated Negative Declaration ( "IS /MND ") was prepared in
accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act ( "CEQA "), the
State CEQA Guidelines, and the City of El Segundo's Environmental
Guidelines (City Council Resolution No. 3805, adopted March 16, 1993).
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The IS /MND was circulated in accordance with CEQA from June 23, 2016
through July 14, 2016, and was available for public review and comment
throughout the public hearing process.
SECTION 3: Environmental Assessment. The proposed project was analyzed for its
environmental impacts under the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources
Code §§ 21000, et seq., "CEQA "), the regulations promulgated thereunder (14 Cal. Code
of Regulations § §15000, et seq., the "CEQA Guidelines "), and the City's Environmental
Guidelines (City Council Resolution No. 3805, adopted March 16, 1993). The City
prepared an Initial Study of Environmental Impacts pursuant to CEQA Guidelines § 15063.
A Mitigated Negative Declaration of Environmental Impacts is proposed for this project
pursuant to CEQA Guidelines §15070.
The IS /MND concluded that the project will not result in or create any significant impacts,
or have less than significant impacts to aesthetics, agriculture and forestry resources,
geology /soils, greenhouse gas emissions, hazards /hazardous materials, land use, mineral
resources, noise, population and housing, public services, recreation, biological
resources, cultural resources, and transportation /traffic; and, utilities. Several areas of
concern were noted as potentially significant if not mitigated. These areas include:
Hydrology/Water Quality, Air Quality, Aesthetics, and Mandatory Findings of Significance.
However, incorporation of the mitigation measures identified in the IS /MND and contained
in the associated Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (Exhibit B to this
Resolution) would reduce the impacts for each of these areas to "Less Than Significant"
when mitigated.
The IS /MND prepared for this Project reflects the City's independent judgment and
analysis, and the City Council finds that there is no substantial evidence that the Project
would have a significant impact on the environment with the inclusion of the mitigation
measures set forth in the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program attached as Exhibit
B to this Resolution and incorporated into the Resolution by this reference.
SECTION 4: General Plan Findings. As required under Government Code § 65860, the
ESMC amendments proposed by the Ordinance, and the proposed development project
are consistent with the El Segundo General Plan as follows:
A. The proposed zone text amendment conforms with the Land Use Element
Goals, Objectives and Policies. Specifically, the zone text amendment is
consistent with Land Use Element Goal LU5 and Objectives LU5 -1, LU5 -2
and LU5 -3 in that the amendment will help retain and attract clean and safe
commercial and retail uses and will facilitate the rehabilitation of currently
substandard properties by allowing property owners to efficiently use their
properties when siting buildings, dining areas and shade structures, and
parking.
B. The proposed zone text amendment is consistent with the Economic
Development Element Goals, Objectives and Policies. Specifically, it is
consistent with Economic Development Element Objective ED1 -2 and
Policies ED1 -2.1 and ED1 -2.2 in that siting buildings closer to the street
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provides more visibility to the buildings and uses on the property, and
allowing dining areas closer to the street also draws in the pedestrian traffic
to the property. Further, it will help improve properties aesthetically and
promote a more pedestrian oriented environment in the MU -S Zone. These
physical improvements will help maintain existing uses and attract more
retail and office uses, which expand the City's tax base and improve its fiscal
condition.
C. The proposed development project is consistent with Land Use Element
Objective LU4 -4 in that it adds to the mixture of uses by providing for
additional eating establishments and a bank, which have the potential to
maximize economic benefit and reduce traffic impacts.
D. The underlying zoning for the site is Urban Mixed Use South (MU -S), where
the purpose of said zoning is to "provide area(s) where a mixture of
compatible commercial, offices, research and development, retail and hotel
uses can locate and develop in a mutually beneficial
manner ... [and] ... Businesses located within this zone are encouraged to
provide street level uses which allow for, and facilitate, pedestrian activity for
area workers and visitors." (ESMC §15- 5F -1). The proposed project is
mutually beneficial to the area since it provides for additional and varied
uses. Further, the project provides for additional outdoor dining and situates
buildings closer to the street to encourage pedestrian activity in the area.
SECTION 5: Zone Text Amendment Findings. In accordance with ESMC § 15 -26 -6 and
based on the findings set forth in Section 2, the proposed Zone Text Amendment is
consistent with the goals, policies, and objectives of the General Plan as follows:
A. The amendments are consistent with the purpose of the ESMC, which is to
serve the public health, safety, and general welfare and to provide the
economic and social advantages resulting from an orderly planned use of
land resources. In addition, it is consistent with the purpose of the Urban
Mixed -Use South (MU -S) Zone to provide an area where a mixture of
compatible uses can locate and develop in a mutually beneficial manner.
Furthermore, it is consistent with the intent of the MU -S Zone to encourage
businesses to provide street level uses which allow for, and facilitate,
pedestrian activity for area workers and visitors.
B. The amendments are necessary to facilitate the development process and
ensure the orderly development of buildings, outdoor dining areas, and
parking in the MU -S Zone that are compatible with surrounding properties
and the public right -of -way.
SECTION 6: Conditional Use Permit Findings. After considering the above facts, the City
Council finds as follows:
A. The proposed location of the conditional use is in accord with the objectives
of this Title and the purposes of the zone in which the site is located.
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The zoning designation for the subject site is Urban Mixed Use South (MU-
S). This zone allows outdoor dining areas which exceed 200 square feet or
20% of the indoor dining area, whichever is less, subject to the granting of a
conditional use permit pursuant to ESMC Section 15- 5F -5(I). The size of the
outdoor dining areas are appropriate to their location as they will be part of
the restaurants and distributed throughout the site. The permitted uses in
the zone are a mixture of commercial, office, research and development,
retail, restaurant and hotel uses. The current project site is currently
developed with one freestanding building that accommodates a full service
restaurant. The proposal includes constructing multiple buildings to
accommodate more uses on the site and provide for inviting spaces through
large outdoor dining areas and shade structures. The proposal is consistent
with the purpose of the MU -S zone, in which businesses are encouraged to
provide street level uses which allow for, and facilitate, pedestrian activity for
area workers and visitors. The outdoor dining areas in support of the
restaurants are in accord with the principal objectives of the zone.
B. That the proposed location of the conditional use and the conditions under
which it would be operated or maintained will not be detrimental to the public
health, safety or welfare, or materially injurious to properties or
improvements in the vicinity.
The proposed location of the conditional use is in an urbanized area of the
City that is developed with a variety of commercial, retail, office, restaurant,
and light manufacturing uses. The outdoor dining areas will be distributed
throughout the proposed new restaurants, and will be located along
Rosecrans Avenue and along Apollo Street. No sensitive land uses are
adjacent to or near the proposed outdoor dining areas that could be impacted
by the operation of the outdoor dining areas. Further, outdoor dining
activities are not anticipated to be detrimental to adjacent businesses and no
residential uses are located in the vicinity. The use is also subject to certain
conditions in the attached Exhibit A. Accordingly, given the commercial
nature of the surrounding uses and immediate area, and the absence of any
residential uses located in the vicinity, the proposed location of the
conditional use and the conditions under which it would be operated or
maintained will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare, or
materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity.
C. That the proposed conditional use will comply with each of the applicable
provisions of this Chapter.
Approval of the associated Zone Text Amendment modified the site
development standards of Municipal Code Section 15- 2 -7.E, which allows
outdoor dining areas and outdoor gathering areas to be located up to 5 feet
from a property line in the MU -S zone. The proposed conditional use
complies with the applicable provisions of ESMC Chapters 15 -23 and 15 -27
since proper notice was provided and proper hearing was conducted on July
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14, 2016. In addition, proper hearing decision and records will be complied
with, and the required findings considered and adopted. The proposed
project complies with all of the current ESMC requirements.
SECTION 7: Administrative Use Permit Findings. After considering the above facts, the
City Council finds as follows:
A. There is compatibility of the particular use on the particular site in relationship
to other existing and potential uses within the general area in which the use
is proposed to be located for the following reasons:
1. The applicant proposes to provide on -site sale and consumption of
alcohol inside the restaurant, bar, and outdoor dining areas. Alcohol will
be served from the bar and consumed within the restaurant, bar, and the
outdoor patio.
2. The area is situated in an urbanized area of the City that is developed
with a variety of commercial, retail, office, restaurant, and light
manufacturing uses. There are no residential uses in the immediate
vicinity and the alcohol service will only be used by restaurant guests.
3. There is sufficient parking available via a combination of onsite and offsite
parking. Offsite parking is located in the parking structure to the north of
the site, on a property that abuts the subject property. Further, the project
includes a parking covenant that will ensure that offsite parking is
available for the uses on the subject property. Lastly, the parking
covenant will be recorded on the property to memorialize the availability
and provision of parking.
4. The General Plan Land Use designation for the site is Commercial, Urban
Mixed Use South. The zoning for the site is Urban Mixed Use South (MU-
S). On -site sale and consumption of alcohol is permitted in the Zone with
the approval of an Administrative Use Permit.
5. The MU -S Zone permits, and the surrounding land uses include:
restaurant, commercial retail, office and light manufacturing uses. Given
the commercial nature of the surrounding uses, and the absence of any
residential uses in the immediate vicinity of the proposed restaurant, the
proposed on -site sale and consumption of alcohol will be compatible with
the surrounding uses.
B, The proposed uses are consistent and compatible with the purpose of the
MU -S, which is to "provide area(s) where a mixture of compatible
commercial, offices, research and development, retail and hotel uses can
locate and develop in a mutually beneficial manner ... [and] ... Businesses
located within this zone are encouraged to provide street level uses which
allow for, and facilitate, pedestrian activity for area workers and visitors."
(ESMC §15- 517-1), for the following reasons:
1. The onsite sale and consumption of alcohol is a method to augment the
restaurants by affording patrons the opportunity to purchase an alcoholic
beverage with their meal.
2. The onsite sale and consumption of alcohol expands the development of
a permitted restaurant use that is economically viable and provides a
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stable tax base with appropriate conditions to minimize negative impacts
in the City.
3. The zoning for the site is Urban Mixed Use South (MU -S). The proposed
use of on -site sale and consumption of alcohol requires an Administrative
Use Permit in accordance with Municipal Code Section 15- 517-4.C.
4. The proposed use is consistent with Land Use Element Goal LU4 in that
it provides a stable tax base for the City through development of new
commercial uses, and primarily within a mixed -use environment.
5. The proposed use is consistent with Land Use Element Objective LU4 -4
in that it adds to the mixture of uses, which has the potential to maximize
economic benefit, reduce traffic impacts, and encourage pedestrian
environment.
6. The proposed use is consistent with Land Use Element Objective LU4 -1
in that it promotes the development of high quality retail facilities in
proximity to major employment centers. Therefore, for all of the foregoing
reasons, the use is consistent and compatible with the purpose of the
Urban Mixed Use South (MU -S) Zone.
C, The proposed location and uses, and the conditions under which the uses
would be operated or maintained will not be detrimental to the public health,
safety or welfare, or materially injurious to properties or improvements in the
vicinity, for the following reasons:
1. The on -site sale of alcohol will be located both inside the proposed
restaurants and in the outside patio areas, and will be conducted in
accordance with all applicable codes and regulations. Sufficient parking
will be provided onsite and offsite in compliance with ESMC Chapter 15-
15.
2. The proposed hours of operation to serve alcohol is between 11:00 a.m.
to 11:00 p.m. Monday through Sunday. Alcohol will be served within the
restaurant, bar, and outdoor patio, and in accordance with ABC
regulations. No live entertainment is proposed. The use is also subject
to certain conditions outlined in this resolution.
3. Since the location of the proposed restaurants is in an urbanized area of
the City and is surrounded by commercial uses (and not residential uses),
and since the proposed on -site sale and consumption of alcohol will be
contained to the restaurants and will not extend into the late -night hours,
the proposed location and use, as conditioned, will not be detrimental to
the public health, safety, or welfare, or materially injurious to properties
or improvements in the vicinity.
4. Appropriate conditions have been included to mitigate any potential
impacts.
D. Potential impacts that could be generated by the proposed onsite sale, such
as noise, smoke, dust, fumes, vibration, odors, traffic and hazards have been
recognized and compensated for.
1. The onsite sale and consumption of alcohol is an accessory use to the
permitted restaurant uses of the site.
2. Due to the uses, size, location and hours, impacts such as noise, smoke,
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dust fumes, vibration, odors, traffic and hazards are not likely or
anticipated.
3. The on -site sale and consumption of alcohol will not create any new
impacts that would not be normally associated with the operation of a
restaurant. Further, the proposed hours of operation and alcohol sales
are limited from 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., daily.
4. Since 90 of the 177 required parking stalls cannot be accommodated
onsite, the 90 spaces will be located off -site in a parking structure located
on the abutting property to the north of the project site that is owned by
the Applicant. Further, a City - approved parking covenant will be
recorded on the properties to memorialize the availability and provision
of the 90 offsite parking stalls.
5. In addition to complying with the requirements of the City of El Segundo
and ABC, the restaurant is subject to County Health Department
regulations that address and monitor impacts of fumes and odors.
E. ABC has issued or will issue a license to sell alcohol to the applicant.
1. The Applicant must obtain a license from ABC for on -site sale and
consumption of alcohol for restaurants (Type 47), and for on -site sale and
consumption of beer and wine for restaurants (Type 41).
SECTION 3: Adjustment Findings. After considering the above facts, the City Council
finds as follows:
A. That the proposed adjustment would not be detrimental to the neighborhood
or district in which the property is located.
The loading space would be located onsite, in the parking lot drive aisle. The
space would not encroach into the public right of way, and would not affect
other properties in the neighborhood or in the district. Deliveries to the
restaurants will be conducted outside of the peak demands, thereby
minimizing any potential conflicts onsite.
B. That the proposed adjustment is necessary in order that the applicant may
not be deprived unreasonably in the use or enjoyment of his property.
Since the buildings are situated towards the street in an effort to enhance
the pedestrian experience, the parking lot and entrances to the buildings are
situated to the rear of the site. To ensure that the restaurants are served by
a loading space for delivery of goods, the proposed location ensures that
required parking for patrons is not utilized as loading spaces by delivery
trucks.
C. That the proposed adjustment is consistent with the legislative intent of the
Zoning Code.
The legislative intent of Title 15 is "to serve the public health, safety, and
general welfare and to provide the economic and social advantages resulting
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from an orderly planned use of land resources." The adjustment facilitate
the site planning of the buildings so that it enhances the pedestrian
experience for the area by situating buildings and outdoor dining areas closer
to the street, thereby augmenting the public welfare and providing economic
and social advantages.
SECTION 9: Off -Site Parking Covenant. After considering the above facts, the City
Council finds as follows:
A. Proximity of the off -site parking facilities.
The off -site parking facility is located on the adjacent property to the north
(at 860 Apollo Street). The parking structure provides parking for a variety
of uses in the immediate vicinity and has excess parking available to
accommodate the 90 spaces from the project site.
S. Ease of pedestrian access to the off -site parking facilities.
The offsite parking facility is located within 200 -feet of the subject property
and is connected via existing sidewalks along Continental Way. Although
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)- accessible parking stalls are provided
onsite as part of the proposed project, additional ADA accessible parking
stalls are located in the parking structure where offsite parking will be
provided, and adequate accessible paths of travel exist between the parking
structure and the subject property. Further, additional paths of travel will be
constructed onsite in accordance with ADA requirements.
C. Provisions for transportation to and from the off -site parking facility (e.g.,
shuttle or valet services).
There is no need for shuttle or valet services to and from this adjacent off -
site parking facility since the facility is located within 200 feet of the subject
property.
D. The type of use the offsite parking facilities are intended to serve (i.e., offsite
parking) may not be appropriate for high turnover uses such as retail sales
and services.
The proposed development project includes a mixture of high turnover
restaurants, full service restaurants and a bank building. Further, the
majority of the square footage would not be high turnover uses.
SECTION 10: Reliance On Record. Each and every one of the findings and determination
in this Resolution are based on the competent and substantial evidence, both oral and
written, contained in the entire record relating to the project. The findings and
determinations constitute the independent findings and determinations of the City Council
in all respects and are fully and completely supported by substantial evidence in the record
as a whole.
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SECTION 11: Limitations. The City Council's analysis and evaluation of the project is
based on the best information currently available. It is inevitable that in evaluating a project
that absolute and perfect knowledge of all possible aspects of the project will not exist.
One of the major limitations on analysis of the project is the City Council's lack of
knowledge of future events. In all instances, best efforts have been made to form accurate
assumptions. Somewhat related to this are the limitations on the city's ability to solve what
are in effect regional, state, and national problems and issues. The City must work within
the political framework within which it exists and with the limitations inherent in that
framework.
SECTION 12: Summaries of Information. All summaries of information in the findings,
which precede this section, are based on the substantial evidence in the record. The
absence of any particular fact from any such summary is not an indication that a particular
finding is not based in part on that fact.
SECTION 13: This Resolution will remain effective until superseded by a subsequent
resolution.
SECTION 14: A copy of this Resolution must be mailed to Continental Development
Corporation, and to any other person requesting a copy.
SECTION 15: This Resolution is the City Council's final decision and will become effective
immediately upon adoption.
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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 2nd day of August, 2016.
Susan Fuentes, Mayor
ATTEST:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) SS
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO
I, Tracy Weaver, City Clerk of the City of El Segundo, California, do hereby certify that the
whole number of members of the City Council of said City is five; that the foregoing
Resolution No. was duly passed and adopted by said City Council, approved and
signed by the Mayor, and attested to by the City Clerk, all at a regular meeting of said
Council held on the 2nd day of August 2016, and the same was so passed and adopted by
the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Tracy Weaver, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Mark D. Hensley, City Attorney
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CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO.
Exhibit A
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
In addition to all applicable provisions of the El Segundo Municipal Code ( "ESMC "),
Continental Development Corporation (the "Applicant" or "Owner ") agrees to comply with
the following provisions as conditions for the City of El Segundo's approval of
Environmental Assessment No. EA -1143, Zone Text Amendment No. 16 -01, Conditional
Use Permit No. 16 -01, Administrative Use Permit No. 16 -01, Administrative Adjustment
No. 16 -04 and Off -Site Parking Covenant No. MISC 16 -05 ( "Project Conditions "):
Zoning Conditions
This approval is for the project as shown on the plans dated as received by the
Planning Division on June 30, 2016, and on file. Before the City issues a building,
grading, and /or demolition permit for the project, the applicant must submit plans,
showing that the project substantially complies with the plans and conditions of
approval on file with the Planning and Building Safety Department. Any subsequent
modification must be referred to the Planning and Building Safety Director for a
determination regarding the need for Planning Commission review and approval of
the proposed modification.
2. This approval allows for the following development:
a. Demolition of the existing restaurant building at 2171 Rosecrans Avenue;
b. Construction of three new buildings totaling 13,570 square feet (gross) in area
and up to 3,700 square feet of outdoor dining area, as follows:
• Building A at the southwest corner of the site, measuring 4,060 square
feet in area to accommodate a full service restaurant, comprised of 2,436
square feet of interior dining area, 1,624 square feet of interior non - dining
area, and 1,500 square feet of outdoor dining area along the south and
west sides of the building.
® Building B at the south of the site (between Buildings A and C), measuring
6,500 square feet in area to accommodate two high turnover restaurant
tenants. A cumulative total of 2,200 square feet of outdoor dining area is
dedicated for Building B.
® Building C at the southeast corner of the site, measuring 3,010 square
feet in area to accommodate a bank.
A change in uses or changes in the square footages specified above, must be
referred to the Planning and Building Safety Director for a determination regarding
the need for Planning Commission review and approval of the proposed changes.
3. The onsite sale and consumption of beer and wine, and /or alcohol (ABC Type 41
and ABC Type 47, respectively) are allowed at the new full - service restaurant and
the two high turnover restaurants. Specifically, the full - service restaurant building
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would measure 4,060 square feet (gross) in area, comprised of 2,436 square feet
of interior dining area, 1,624 square feet of interior non - dining area, and 1,500
square feet of outdoor dining area. The high turnover restaurant building would
measure 6,500 square feet (gross) in area to accommodate two high turnover
restaurants, and 2,200 square feet of outdoor dining area would be dedicated for
said high turnover restaurant building.
4. The owner /applicant shall not permit any loitering on the subject site.
5. The owner /applicant shall comply with and strictly adhere to all conditions of any
permit issued by ABC to the applicant, and with any applicable regulations of ABC.
6. A minimum of 87 parking spaces shall be maintained onsite. A maximum of 90
parking spaces are allowed to be provided offsite in the parking structure on the
adjacent property to the north, located at 860 Apollo Street (APN 4138 - 011 -022),
provided that a parking covenant is recorded on the affected properties. The
parking covenant shall be recorded prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
7. Two loading spaces must be provided onsite to serve the restaurant buildings, with
minimum dimensions of 12'x25'. One loading space must be provided along the
northern side of Building A, as illustrated in the approved site plan. One loading
space is allowed within the parking lot drive aisle, located north of Building B, as
illustrated in the approved site plan, which shall be clearly evident with appropriate
striping and yellow curbing.
8. Building A (full service restaurant building) shall maintain a minimum setback of 20-
feet as measured from the west building facade to the western property line along
Apollo Street, and a minimum setback of 30' as measured from the south building
facade to the southern property line along Rosecrans Avenue. The outdoor dining
areas shall maintain a minimum setback of 5 -feet to a property line.
9. Building B (high turnover restaurants building) shall maintain a minimum setback of
30 -feet as measured from the south building facade to the southern property line
along Rosecrans Avenue. The outdoor dining areas shall maintain a minimum
setback of 5 -feet to a property line.
10. Building C (bank building) shall maintain a minimum setback of 5 -feet as measured
from the east building facade to the edge of the street easement along Continental
Way, and a minimum setback of 30 -feet as measured from the south building facade
to the southern property line along Rosecrans Avenue.
11. Any signs shown on the site and elevation plans are conceptual only. Signs
proposed for the project, including monument signs, shall be designed to conform
to the sign provisions of the ESMC and shall require separate application and
approval by the Planning and Building Safety Director or designee. A master sign
program must be approved by the Planning and Building Safety Director prior to
issuance of any Certificate of Occupancy.
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12. All rooftop mechanical equipment shall be architecturally screened in accordance
with ESMC Section 15- 2 -8(C), to the satisfaction of the Planning and Building Safety
Director.
13. All utilities to and on the property shall be provided underground
14. Pedestrian walkways within the project shall be provided with admixture colored
concrete and /or design that enhance and complement the project.
15. A trellis must be maintained over any trash enclosure on the property.
16. Prominent signage shall be posted throughout the parking lot that informs motorists
that additional overflow parking is available in the parking structure on the adjacent
property to the north, located at 860 Apollo Street.
17. The applicant shall submit a photometric lighting plan that illustrates that there is no
light spillover beyond the project property line for review and approval by the
Planning and Building Safety Department. Exterior building and parking lot lights
shall be provided with decorative lighting fixtures. Exterior lighting for the project
shall be designed to be confined to within the project site. Light shields shall be
used to block light and reduce spill over light and glare as necessary. Light spill
over on the property shall be zero foot - candles at the property line. Prior to the final
inspection and issuance of a certificate of occupancy, the applicant shall schedule
an evening inspection with the Planning Division to verify compliance with this
requirement.
18. The project site shall be fenced and screened during construction. Signage to report
dust shall be posted on site at a location clearly visible to the public from both
Rosecrans Avenue and Apollo Street.
19. All areas within the project site shall be maintained free of trash and debris.
20. The applicant shall comply with all requirements of Federal, State, County, and local
agencies as are applicable to this project.
21. A Notice of Determination will be filed for this project; the applicant is responsible
for paying all filing fees, including any fees required by the California Department of
Fish and Wildlife. Within two (2) days of approval by the City Council, the applicant
shall submit to the Planning and Building Safety Department a check or money order
in the amount of $2,260.25, payable to the Los Angeles County Clerk. The Planning
and Building Safety Department shall then file the Notice of Determination. Proof
of the fee payment will be required prior to the issuance of grading or building
permits required under Section 711.4 of the Fish and Game Code.
22. The development of the project shall comply with the Mitigation Monitoring and
Reporting Program (MMRP) attached and incorporated by reference as adopted by
the City Council on August 2, 2016. Prior to any demolition, clearing, grubbing or
grading or as otherwise appropriate, the applicant shall demonstrate compliance
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with all of the Mitigation Measures contained in the MMRP. In the event of a conflict
between the adopted mitigation measures and these conditions of approval, the
stricter of the two shall govern. The applicant is responsible to bear all costs should
a consultant be required to manage and implement the MMRP.
23. The applicant must record an Irrevocable Offer to Dedicate up to a 21- foot -wide
portion of the property paralleling the southern property line along Rosecrans
Avenue for the possible future widening of the Rosecrans Avenue public right of
way. The Irrevocable Offer to Dedicate must be submitted to the Director of
Planning and Building Safety for review and recorded by the applicant prior to
issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
Building Safety Conditions
24. The applicant shall obtain a building, grading, mechanical, plumbing, electrical,
demolition permit for the project.
Fire Department Conditions
25. The applicant must comply with the applicable requirements of the 2103 California
Building and Fire Codes and the 2012 International Fire Code as adopted by the
City of El Segundo and El Segundo Fire Department Regulations. On January 1,
2017, the City will be adopting the 2016 California Residential, Building and Fire
Codes. Any project submitted after January 1, 2017 will need to comply with the
locally adopted codes of the 2016 editions.
26. The applicant must submit and have approved by the Fire Department a Fire /Life
Safety Plan, identifying fire safety precautions during demolition and construction,
emergency site access during construction, permanent fire department access, fire
hydrant locations and any existing or proposed fire sprinkler systems and fire alarm
systems prior to issuance of the building permit.
27. The applicant must provide an automatic fire sprinkler system throughout each
building, installed in accordance with California Fire Code Chapter 9 and the
currently adopted edition of NFPA 13.
28. The building fire sprinkler systems shall have a system fire department connection
on each building, with a loop system fire department connection at each double
detector check assembly.
29. The applicant must provide the following conditions for all fire features:
a. A barrier must be provided around the fire feature to prevent accidental
access into the fire feature.
b. The distance between the fire feature and combustible material and
furnishings must meet the fire feature's listing and manufacturer's
requirements.
c. If the fire feature's protective barrier exceeds ambient temperatures, all
exit paths and occupant seating must be a minimum 36 inches from the
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fire feature.
Police Department Conditions
The following checklist is only general guidelines on building security and crime prevention
issues from the El Segundo Police Department. Specific comments will be made upon a
formal submittal.
Lighting
30. All parking lots shall be illuminated with a maintained minimum of 1.25 footcandles
of light on the ground surface during hours of darkness.
31. The addressing, all exterior entry doors, bicycle racks and trash dumpsters shall be
illuminated with a maintained minimum of 1 footcandle of light on the ground surface
during hours of darkness.
32. Walkways in retail applications shall use light standards with lighting mounted 12 to
14 feet for a better spread of light. Bollards cannot accomplish this.
33. Lighting devices shall be enclosed and protected by weather and vandal resistant
covers.
34. A photometric study, which includes all of the above, shall be provided prior to
issuing the Building Permit. A site plan shall be provided showing buildings, parking
areas, walkways, and the point -by -point photometric calculation of the required light
levels. Foot - candles shall be measured on a horizontal plane and conform to a
uniformity ratio of 4:1 average /minimum.
35. Street lighting shall not be included in the calculations.
Doors /Hardware
36. Entry and Mechanical /Electrical /Fire doors:
a. See El Segundo Police Department Approved Security Hardware list.
Security Cameras
37. Security cameras shall be installed in all new commercial /retail establishments if
the Police Department deems it necessary due to the type of business, hours of
operation, location and propensity to crime.
38. The Police Department shall determine the monitoring and recording location of the
security cameras, which include, but are not limited to: all exterior and interior entry
doors, cash handling /counting areas, the manager's office, the safe, parking lots
and parking lot entries /exits and any other areas deemed necessary by the Police
Department.
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39. Monitor and recording equipment shall be stored in a secure area.
40. The Police Department's minimum camera requirements shall be listed after the
Camera Specifications upon a formal submittal.
41. Camera Specifications:
• All security cameras shall be in color.
• The recording equipment shall be digital and shall have a minimum of twenty one
(21) days of storage capacity.
• Cameras shall be of the highest resolution.
There shall be a monitor connected to the recording equipment to play back and
review the video. The equipment shall be stored in a secure area.
• Security camera recordings shall be made available to law enforcement.
• The minimum security camera locations for this project shall be:
• Sufficient cameras on the exterior to cover the walkways and all exit doors.
• Sufficient cameras to cover the driveways and parking lot, capturing vehicle
occupants and license plate numbers.
Public Works
42. The applicant must ensure that encroachment permits required by the City are
secured from the Public Works Department before commencing any and all work in
the public right -of -way, including lane closure.
43. The applicant to verify if the new sidewalk along Continental Way north of
Rosecrans Avenue will include new curb & gutter. Areas of the existing curb &
gutter are broken and need to be repaired.
44. The applicant to verify if the existing curb ramps meet ADA requirements. The
existing curb ramps at the northeast corner of Apollo Street & Rosecrans Avenue
as well as existing curb ramp at the northwest corner of Continental Way &
Rosecrans Avenue appear to not meet ADA requirements. If they do not meet ADA
requirements, these existing curb ramps are to be demolished and constructed per
Standard Plans for Public Works Construction ( SPPWC) standard plan 111 -5.
45. All proposed curb ramps to be constructed per SPPWC standard plan 111 -5.
46. The applicant to verify if curb ramps are to be constructed at the existing driveway
location on Apollo Street north of Rosecrans Avenue. There appears to be a curb
along the driveway entering the site but no curb ramps at both ends of the driveway
adjacent to the sidewalk.
47. The applicant to construct new sidewalk per SPPWC standard plan 111 -5.
48. The applicant must provide a minimum 4' sidewalk clearance behind any sign posts,
power poles, etc.
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49. The applicant to verify if existing driveway approaches meet ADA requirements. If
they do not meet ADA requirements, the existing driveways are to be demolished
and constructed per SPPWC 110 -2.
50. All proposed driveway approaches to be constructed per SPPWC standard plan
110 -2.
51. All unused driveways should be closed off with full- height curb, gutter and sidewalk
per SPPWC standards.
52. PG -64 -10 tack coat and hot mix asphalt shall be used for all slot paving required
next to new concrete installations. Slot paving shall be 3 feet wide and 1 foot deep,
consisting of 6 inches of asphalt over 6 inches of base.
53. Any existing water meters, potable water service connections, fire backflow devices
and potable water backflow devices must be upgraded to current City Water
Division standards. These devices shall be placed or relocated onto private
property.
54. The applicant must submit plans for water system upgrades to the City of El
Segundo Public Works Department for review and approval, including traffic control
plans for work in the public right -of -way.
55. The applicant shall verify if separate water meters are to be installed for individual
buildings.
56. The proposed improvement will affect the existing sewer main lines. The applicant
must submit a sewer study that shows the capacity deficiency in the affected
existing sewer lines. Necessary sewer upgrades will be determined once the sewer
study is reviewed and approved.
57. Any unused water or sanitary sewer laterals shall be abandoned and properly
capped at the City main. The contractor is to obtain necessary permits and licenses,
and provide traffic control plans and shoring plans.
58. A grading and drainage plan shall be provided and stamped by a registered civil
engineer.
59. Hydrologic and hydraulic calculations shall be submitted to size appropriate storm
drain facilities to control on -site drainage and mitigate off -site impacts. Refer to the
most recent Los Angeles County Hydrology Manual. Instructions and the manual
are available at the County website at:
http -./ /dpw,lacounty.gov /wrd /Publication /index.cfm. Calculations shall be signed by
a registered civil engineer.
60. A utility plan shall be provided that shows all existing and proposed utility lines and
their sizes (sewer, water, gas, storm drain, electrical, etc.) including easements,
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around the project site. The required fees will be determined based upon the
information provided on the site plan.
61. All construction - related parking must be accommodated on -site. No construction
related parking shall be permitted off -site.
62. The project shall comply with the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
(NPDES) requirements and shall provide Best Management Practices (BMPs) for
sediment control, construction material control and erosion control.
63. The project shall comply with the latest MS4 permit requirements.
64. All record drawings (As -built drawings) and supporting documentation shall be
submitted to the Public Works Engineering Division prior to scheduling the project's
final inspection.
Miscellaneous Conditions
65. Approval of this permit shall not be construed as a waiver of applicable and
appropriate zoning regulations, or any Federal, State, County and /or City laws and
regulations. Unless otherwise expressly specified, all other requirements of the El
Segundo Municipal Code shall apply.
66. Failure to comply with and adhere to all of these conditions of approval may be
cause to revoke the approval of the project by the Planning Commission, pursuant
to the provisions of the El Segundo Municipal Code.
67. In the event that any of these conditions conflict with the recommendations and /or
requirements of another permitting agency or City Department, the stricter standard
shall apply.
68. The applicant and its successors in interest shall indemnify, protect, defend (with
legal counsel reasonably acceptable to the City), and hold harmless, the City, and
any agency or instrumentality thereof, and its elected and appointed officials,
officers, employees, and agents from and against any and all liabilities, claims,
actions, causes of action, proceedings, suits, damages, judgments, liens, levies,
costs, and expenses of whatever nature, including reasonable attorney's fees and
disbursements (collectively "Claims ") arising out of or in any way relating this
project, any discretionary approvals granted by the City related to the development
of the project, or the environmental review conducted under California
Environmental Quality Act, Public Resources Code Section 21000 et sea., for the
project. If the City Attorney is required to enforce any conditions of approval, all
costs, including attorney's fees, shall be paid for by the applicant. The Applicant
agrees to defend the City (at the City's request and with counsel satisfactory to the
City) and will indemnify the City for any judgment rendered against it or any sums
paid out in settlement or otherwise. For purposes of this section "the City" includes
the City of El Segundo's elected officials, appointed officials, officers, and
employees.
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By signing this document, , on behalf of Continental Development
Corporation, certifies that he /she has read, understands, and agrees to the Project
Conditions listed in this document.
Name, Title
{If Corporation or similar entity, needs two officer signatures or evidence that one signature binds
the company}
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Mitigation Monitoring and
Reporting Programs.
(Exhibit B to City Council Resolution No. }
2171 - 2191 Rosecrans Avenue Project
Prepared by.
City of El Segundo
Planning and Building Safety Department
350 Main Street
El Segundo, CA 90245
Contact: Eduardo Schonborn, Contract Senior Planner
(310) 524 -2312
August 2016
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2171 — 2191 Rosecrans Avenue Project
Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
This document is the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) for the 2171 -
2191 Rosecrans Avenue project, proposed in the City of El Segundo. The purpose of the MMRP
is to ensure that for each mitigation measure recommended in the Initial Study - Mitigated
Negative Declaration (IS -MND), specifications are made herein that identify the action
required and the monitoring that must occur. In addition to ensuring implementation of
mitigation measures, the MMRP provides feedback to agency staff and decision- makers during
project implementation, and identifies the need for enforcement action before irreversible
environmental damage occurs.
The following table summarizes the mitigation measures for each issue area identified in the IS-
MND for the proposed project. The table identifies each mitigation measure; the action
required for the measure to be implemented; the time at which the monitoring is to occur; the
monitoring frequency; and the agency or party responsible for ensuring that the monitoring is
performed (i.e., a "Coordinator'). The coordinator will be responsible for ensuring that the
mitigation measures incorporated into the project are complied with during project
implementation. The coordinator will also distribute copies of the MMRP to those responsible
agencies identified in the MMRP, which have partial or full responsibility for implementing
certain measures. Failure of a responsible agency to implement a mitigation measure will not in
any way prevent the lead agency from implementing the proposed project.
In addition, the table includes columns for compliance verification. These columns will be filled
out by the monitoring agency or party and would document monitoring compliance. Where an
impact was identified to be less than significant, no mitigation measures were required.
This MMRP will be used by City staff or the City's consultant to determine compliance with
required mitigation measures.
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ATTACHMENT 4
PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2798
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RESOLUTION NO. 2798
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
EL SEGUNDO RECOMMENDING THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT A
MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND MITIGATION
MONITORING AND REPORTING PROGRAM; ADOPT AN ORDINANCE
AMENDING EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE §§ 15-15-5,15-2-14, 15-
2-7, AND 15 -SF -8 PERTAINING TO PARKING ENCROACHMENTS INTO
SETBACK AND LANDSCAPE AREA, BUILDING SETBACK
STANDARDS, AND OUTDOOR DINING AND GATHERING AREA
ENCROACHMENTS INTO SETBACKS IN THE MU -S ZONE; AND
APPROVE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 16 -01, ADMINISTRATIVE
USE PERMIT NO. 16 -01, ADJUSTMENT NO. 16 -04 AND OFF -SITE
PARKING COVENANT NO. MISC 16 -05 FOR THE DEMOLITION OF AN
EXISTING BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION OF THREE NEW
BUILDINGS WITH OUTDOOR DINING AREAS, ONSITE SALE AND
CONSUMPTION OF BEER, WINE AND ALCOHOL, A LOADING SPACE
WITHIN THE PARKING LOT DRIVE AISLE, AND AN OFF -SITE
PARKING COVENANT FOR A PROJECT LOCATED AT 2171 -2191
ROSECRANS AVENUE (CURRENTLY DEVELOPED WITH COZYMEL'S
MEXICAN GRILL).
The Planning Commission of the City of El Segundo does resolve as follows:
SECTION 1: The Commission finds and declares that:
A. On January 16, 2016, Continental Development Corporation filed an
application for Environmental Assessment No. EA -1143, Zone Text
Amendment ( "ZTA ") 16 -01, Conditional Use Permit ( "CUP ") No. 16 -01,
Administrative Use Permit ( "AUP ") No. 16 -01, Adjustment ( "ADJ ") 16 -04 and
Off -Site Parking Covenant (MISC) 16 -05 to amend several sections of the El
Segundo Municipal Code ( "ESMC "), demolish an existing 8,195 square foot
(gross) restaurant building and redevelop the site with three new buildings
totaling 13,570 square feet to accommodate a bank, a full service restaurant
and two high turn -over restaurants, 3,700 square feet of outdoor dining area,
onsite sale and consumption of beer and wind, and alcohol, a loading space
within the parking lot drive aisle, and a parking covenant for a portion of the
required parking to be located offsite on an adjacent property to the north (at
860 Apollo Street);
B. The project site measures 1.54 acres in area, is zoned Urban Mixed Use
South (MU -S), is located at 2171 -2191 Rosecrans Avenue, and is commonly
known as Assessor's Parcel Number 4138 - 011 -021;
C. The project applications were reviewed by the City's Planning and Building
Safety Department for, in part, consistency with the General Plan and
conformity with the ESMC;
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D. In addition, the City reviewed the project's environmental impacts under the
California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et
seq., "CEQA "), the regulations promulgated thereunder (14 Cal. Code of
Regulations § §15000, et seq., the "CEQA Guidelines "), and the City's
Environmental Guidelines (City Council Resolution No. 3805, adopted March
16, 1993);
E. The Planning Commission of the City of El Segundo held a noticed public
hearing on July 14, 2016, to review and consider the staff report prepared
for the Project, receive public testimony, and review all correspondence
received on the Project; and,
F. This Resolution, and its findings, are made, in part, based upon the evidence
presented to the Commission at its July 14, 2016 public hearing including,
without limitation, the staff report and Initial Study /Mitigated Negative
Declaration submitted by the Planning and Building Safety Department.
SECTION 2: Factual Findings and Conclusions. The Commission finds that the following
facts exist:
A. The subject site is located in the Urban Mixed Use South (MU -S) Zone, at
2171 Rosecrans Avenue. The subject property is a 1.54 -acre site located
on the north side of Rosecrans Avenue, between Apollo Street and
Continental Way.
B. The property is currently improved with an 8,195 square -foot, full - service
restaurant building, commonly known as "Cozymel's Mexican Grill."
C. The proposed project includes demolishing the existing restaurant building
and constructing three new buildings totaling 13,570 square feet (gross) in
area to accommodate a full - service restaurant, two high- turnover
restaurants, and a bank. The following applications are necessary to
accommodate the proposed project:
Zone Text Amendment No. 16 -01 is to amend Section 15 -15 -5
(Parking Area Development Standards) and Section 15 -2 -14
(Landscaping) to allow onsite parking to encroach into interior side
yard and rear yard setback and landscaped setback areas in the MU-
S Zone; amend Section 15 -2 -7 (Open Space Areas and
Encroachments) to allow outdoor dining areas and outdoor gathering
areas to be located up to 5 feet from a property line in the MU -S Zone;
and amend Section 15 -5F -8 (Site Development Standards) to modify
the front and side yard setback requirements for buildings in the MU-
S zone.
ii. Conditional Use Permit No. 16 -01 is to allow for a total of 3,700 square
feet of outdoor dining areas with shade structures, associated with the
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proposed restaurant buildings, which cumulatively exceed 20% of the
interior dining areas.
iii. Administrative Use Permit No. 16 -01 is to allow for the onsite sale and
consumption of beer and wine (Department of Alcoholic Beverage
Control ( "ABC ") license Type 41), and distilled spirits (ABC license
Type 47) at the new full - service restaurant and two high turnover
restaurants. Specifically, the full - service restaurant building would
measure 4,060 square feet (gross) in area, comprised of 2,436
square feet of interior dining area, 1,624 square feet of interior non -
dining area, and 1,500 square feet of outdoor dining area. The high
turnover restaurant building would measure 6,500 square feet (gross)
in area to accommodate two high turnover restaurants, and 2,200
square feet of outdoor dining area would be dedicated for the building.
iv. Adjustment No. 16 -04 is to allow one of the two loading spaces to be
located along the parking lot drive aisle. The required minimum drive
aisle width for 90- degree parking is 25 feet. The project provides a
width of 14 feet when the loading space is in use.
V. Off -site Parking Covenant No. MISC 16 -05 is to allow 90 of the 177
parking stalls to be located off -site, in a parking structure located on
the abutting property to the north of the project site, which is owned
by the Applicant.
D. An Initial Study /Mitigated Negative Declaration
accordance with the California Environmental
State CEQA Guidelines, and the City of El
Guidelines (City Council Resolution No. 3805,
The IS /MND was available for public review a
2016 through July 14, 2016.
( "IS /MND ") was prepared in
Quality Act ( "CEQA "), the
Segundo's Environmental
adopted March 16, 1993).
nd comment from June 23,
SECTION 3: Environmental Assessment. The proposed project was analyzed for its
environmental impacts under the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources
Code §§ 21000, et seq., "CEQA "), the regulations promulgated thereunder (14 Cal. Code
of Regulations § §15000, et seq., the "CEQA Guidelines "), and the City's Environmental
Guidelines (City Council Resolution No. 3805, adopted March 16, 1993). The City
prepared an Initial Study of Environmental Impacts (Exhibit B) pursuant to CEQA
Guidelines § 15063. A Mitigated Negative Declaration of Environmental Impacts is
proposed for this project pursuant to CEQA Guidelines §15070.
The draft IS /MND concluded that the project will not result in or create any significant
impacts, or have less than significant impacts to aesthetics, agriculture and forestry
resources, geology /soils, greenhouse gas emissions, hazards /hazardous materials, land
use, mineral resources, noise, population and housing, public services, recreation,
biological resources, cultural resources, and transportation /traffic; and, utilities. Several
areas of concern were noted as potentially significant if not mitigated. These areas
include: Hydrology/Water Quality, Air Quality, Aesthetics, and Mandatory Findings of
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Significance. However, incorporation of the mitigation measures identified in the draft
IS /MND and contained in the associated Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
would reduce the impacts for each of these areas to "Less Than Significant" when
mitigated.
SECTION 4: General Plan Findings. As- required under Government Code § 65860, the
ESMC amendments proposed by the Ordinance, and the proposed development project
are consistent with the El Segundo General Plan as follows:
A. The proposed zone text amendment conforms with the Land Use Element
Goals, Objectives and Policies. Specifically, the zone text amendment is
consistent with Land Use Element Goal LU5 and Objectives LU5 -1, LU5 -2
and LU5 -3 in that the amendment will help retain and attract clean and safe
commercial and retail uses and will facilitate the rehabilitation of currently
substandard properties by allowing property owners to efficiently use their
properties when siting buildings, dining areas and shade structures, and
parking.
B. The proposed zone text amendment is consistent with the Economic
Development Element Goals, Objectives and Policies. Specifically, it is
consistent with Economic Development Element Objective ED1 -2 and
Policies ED1 -2.1 and ED1 -2.2 in that siting buildings closer to the street
provides more visibility to the buildings and uses on the property, and
allowing dining areas closer to the street also draws in the pedestrian traffic
to the property. Further, it will help improve properties aesthetically and
promote a more pedestrian oriented environment in the MU -S Zone. These
physical improvements will help maintain existing uses and attract more
retail and office uses, which expand the City's tax base and improve its fiscal
condition.
C. The proposed development project is consistent with Land Use Element
Objective LU4 -4 in that it adds to the mixture of uses by providing for
additional eating establishments and a bank, which have the potential to
maximize economic benefit and reduce traffic impacts.
D. The underlying zoning for the site is Urban Mixed Use South (MU -S), where
the purpose of said zoning is to "provide area(s) where a mixture of
compatible commercial, offices, research and development, retail and hotel
uses can locate and develop in a mutually beneficial
manner ... [and]...Businesses located within this zone are encouraged to
provide street level uses which allow for, and facilitate, pedestrian activity for
area workers and visitors." (ESMC §15- 517-1). The proposed project is
mutually beneficial to the area since it provides for additional and varied
uses. Further, the project provides for additional outdoor dining and situates
buildings closer to the street to encourage pedestrian activity in the area.
SECTION 5: Zone Text Amendment Findings. In accordance with ESMC § 15 -26 -4 and
based on the findings set forth in Section 2, the proposed Zone Text Amendment is
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consistent with the goals, policies, and objectives of the General Plan as follows:
A. The amendments are consistent with the purpose of the ESMC, which is to
serve the public health, safety, and general welfare and to provide the
economic and social advantages resulting from an orderly planned use of
land resources. In addition, it is consistent with the purpose of the Urban
Mixed -Use South (MU -S) Zone to provide an area where a mixture of
compatible uses can locate and develop in a mutually beneficial manner.
Furthermore, it is consistent with the intent of the MU -S Zone to encourage
businesses to provide street level uses which allow for, and facilitate,
pedestrian activity for area workers and visitors.
B. The amendments are necessary to facilitate the development process and
ensure the orderly development of buildings, outdoor dining areas, and
parking in the MU -S Zone that are compatible with surrounding properties
and the public right -of -way.
SECTION 6: Conditional Use Permit Findings. After considering the above facts, the
Commission finds as follows:
A. The proposed location of the conditional use is in accord with the objectives
of this Title and the purposes of the zone in which the site is located.
The zoning designation for the subject site is Urban Mixed Use South (MU-
S). This zone allows outdoor dining areas which exceed 200 square feet or
20% of the indoor dining area, whichever is less, subject to the granting of a
conditional use permit pursuant to ESMC Section 15- 5F -5(I). The size of the
outdoor dining areas are appropriate to their location as they will be part of
the restaurants and distributed throughout the site. The permitted uses in
the zone are a mixture of commercial, office, research and development,
retail, restaurant and hotel uses. The current project site is currently
developed with one freestanding building that accommodates a full service
restaurant. The proposal includes constructing multiple buildings to
accommodate more uses on the site and provide for inviting spaces through
large outdoor dining areas and shade structures. The proposal is consistent
with the purpose of the MU -S zone, in which businesses are encouraged to
provide street level uses which allow for, and facilitate, pedestrian activity for
area workers and visitors. The outdoor dining areas in support of the
restaurants are in accord with the principal objectives of the zone.
B. That the proposed location of the conditional use and the conditions under
which it would be operated or maintained will not be detrimental to the public
health, safety or welfare, or materially injurious to properties or
improvements in the vicinity.
The proposed location of the conditional use is in an urbanized area of the
City that is developed with a variety of commercial, retail, office, restaurant,
and light manufacturing uses. The outdoor dining areas will be distributed
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throughout the proposed new restaurants, and will be located along
Rosecrans Avenue and along Apollo Street. No sensitive land uses are
adjacent to or near the proposed outdoor dining areas that could be impacted
by the operation of the outdoor dining areas. Further, outdoor dining
activities are not anticipated to be detrimental to adjacent businesses and no
residential uses are located in the vicinity. The use is also subject to certain
conditions in the attached Exhibit A. Accordingly, given the commercial
nature of the surrounding uses and immediate area, and the absence of any
residential uses located in the vicinity, the proposed location of the
conditional use and the conditions under which it would be operated or
maintained will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare, or
materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity.
C. That the proposed conditional use will comply with each of the applicable
provisions of this Chapter.
Approval of the associated Zone Text Amendment modified the site
development standards of Municipal Code Section 15- 2 -7.E, which allows
outdoor dining areas and outdoor gathering areas to be located up to 5 feet
from a property line in the MU -S zone. The proposed conditional use
complies with the applicable provisions of ESMC Chapters 15 -23 and 15 -27
since proper notice was provided and proper hearing was conducted on July
14, 2016. In addition, proper hearing decision and records will be complied
with, and the required findings considered and adopted. The proposed
project complies with all of the current ESMC requirements.
SECTION 7: Administrative Use Permit Findings. After considering the above facts, the
Commission finds as follows:
A. There is compatibility of the particular use on the particular site in relationship
to other existing and potential uses within the general area in which the use
is proposed to be located for the following reasons:
1. The applicant proposes to provide on -site sale and consumption of
alcohol inside the restaurant, bar, and outdoor dining areas. Alcohol will
be served from the bar and consumed within the restaurant, bar, and the
outdoor patio.
2. The area is situated in an urbanized area of the City that is developed
with a variety of commercial, retail, office, restaurant, and light
manufacturing uses. There are no residential uses in the immediate
vicinity and the alcohol service will only be used by restaurant guests.
3. There is sufficient parking available via a combination of onsite and offsite
parking. Offsite parking is located in the parking structure to the north of
the site, on a property that abuts the subject property. Further, the project
includes a parking covenant that will ensure that offsite parking is
available for the uses on the subject property. Lastly, the parking
covenant will be recorded on the property to memorialize the availability
and provision of parking.
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4. The General Plan Land Use designation for the site is Commercial, Urban
Mixed Use South. The zoning for the site is Urban Mixed Use South (MU-
S). On -site sale and consumption of alcohol is permitted in the Zone with
the approval of an Administrative Use Permit.
5. The MU -S Zone permits, and the surrounding land uses include:
restaurant, commercial retail, office and light manufacturing uses. Given
the commercial nature of the surrounding uses, and the absence of any
residential uses in the immediate vicinity of the proposed restaurant, the
proposed on -site sale and consumption of alcohol will be compatible with
the surrounding uses.
B. The proposed uses are consistent and compatible with the purpose of the
MU -S, which is to "provide area(s) where a mixture of compatible
commercial, offices, research and development, retail and hotel uses can
locate and develop in a mutually beneficial manner ... [and] ... Businesses
located within this zone are encouraged to provide street level uses which
allow for, and facilitate, pedestrian activity for area workers and visitors."
(ESMC §15- 5F -1), for the following reasons:
1. The onsite sale and consumption of alcohol is a method to augment the
restaurants by affording patrons the opportunity to purchase an alcoholic
beverage with their meal.
2. The onsite sale and consumption of alcohol expands the development of
a permitted restaurant use that is economically viable and provides a
stable tax base with appropriate conditions to minimize negative impacts
in the City.
3. The zoning for the site is Urban Mixed Use South (MU -S). The proposed
use of on -site sale and consumption of alcohol requires an Administrative
Use Permit in accordance with Municipal Code Section 15- 5F -4.C.
4. The proposed use is consistent with Land Use Element Goal LU4 in that
it provides a stable tax base for the City through development of new
commercial uses, and primarily within a mixed -use environment.
5. The proposed use is consistent with Land Use Element Objective LU4 -4
in that it adds to the mixture of uses, which has the potential to maximize
economic benefit, reduce traffic impacts, and encourage pedestrian
environment.
6. The proposed use is consistent with Land Use Element Objective LU4 -1
in that it promotes the development of high quality retail facilities in
proximity to major employment centers. Therefore, for all of the foregoing
reasons, the use is consistent and compatible with the purpose of the
Urban Mixed Use South (MU -S) Zone.
C. The proposed location and uses, and the conditions under which the uses
would be operated or maintained will not be detrimental to the public health,
safety or welfare, or materially injurious to properties or improvements in the
vicinity, for the following reasons:
1. The on -site sale of alcohol will be located both inside the proposed
restaurants and in the outside patio areas, and will be conducted in
accordance with all applicable codes and regulations. Sufficient parking
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will be provided onsite and offsite in compliance with ESMC Chapter 15-
15.
2. The proposed hours of operation to serve alcohol is between 11:00 a.m.
to 11:00 p.m. Monday through Sunday. Alcohol will be served within the
restaurant, bar, and outdoor patio, and in accordance with ABC
regulations. No live entertainment is proposed. The use is also subject
to certain conditions outlined in this resolution.
3. Since the location of the proposed restaurants is in an urbanized area of
the City and is surrounded by commercial uses (and not residential uses),
and since the proposed on -site sale and consumption of alcohol will be
contained to the restaurants and will not extend into the late -night hours,
the proposed location and use, as conditioned, will not be detrimental to
the public health, safety, or welfare, or materially injurious to properties
or improvements in the vicinity.
4. Appropriate conditions have been included to mitigate any potential
impacts.
D. Potential impacts that could be generated by the proposed onsite sale, such
as noise, smoke, dust, fumes, vibration, odors, traffic and hazards have been
recognized and compensated for.
1. The onsite sale and consumption of alcohol is an accessory use to the
permitted restaurant uses of the site.
2. Due to the uses, size, location and hours, impacts such as noise, smoke,
dust fumes, vibration, odors, traffic and hazards are not likely or
anticipated.
3. The on -site sale and consumption of alcohol will not create any new
impacts that would not be normally associated with the operation of a
restaurant. Further, the proposed hours of operation and alcohol sales
are limited from 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., daily.
4. Since 90 of the 177 required parking stalls cannot be accommodated
onsite, the 90 spaces will be located off -site in a parking structure located
on the abutting property to the north of the project site that is owned by
the Applicant. Further, a City- approved parking covenant will be
recorded on the properties to memorialize the availability and provision
of the 90 offsite parking stalls.
5. In addition to complying with the requirements of the City of El Segundo
and ABC, the restaurant is subject to County Health Department
regulations that address and monitor impacts of fumes and odors.
E. ABC has issued or will issue a license to sell alcohol to the applicant.
1. The Applicant must obtain a license from ABC for on -site sale and
consumption of alcohol for restaurants (Type 47), and for on -site sale and
consumption of beer and wine for restaurants (Type 41).
SECTION 8: Adjustment Findings. After considering the above facts, the Commission
finds as follows:
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A. That the proposed adjustment would not be detrimental to the neighborhood
or district in which the property is located.
The loading space would be located onsite, in the parking lot drive aisle. The
space would not encroach into the public right of way, and would not affect
other properties in the neighborhood or in the district. Deliveries to the
restaurants will be conducted outside of the peak demands, thereby
minimizing any potential conflicts onsite.
B. That the proposed adjustment is necessary in order that the applicant may
not be deprived unreasonably in the use or enjoyment of his property.
Since the buildings are situated towards the street in an effort to enhance
the pedestrian experience, the parking lot and entrances to the buildings are
situated to the rear of the site. To ensure that the restaurants are served by
a loading space for delivery of goods, the proposed location ensures that
required parking for patrons is not utilized as loading spaces by delivery
trucks.
C. That the proposed adjustment is consistent with the legislative intent of the
Zoning Code.
The legislative intent of Title 15 is "to serve the public health, safety, and
general welfare and to provide the economic and social advantages resulting
from an orderly planned use of land resources." The adjustment facilitate
the site planning of the buildings so that it enhances the pedestrian
experience for the area by situating buildings and outdoor dining areas closer
to the street, thereby augmenting the public welfare and providing economic
and social advantages.
SECTION 9: Off -Site Parking Covenant. After considering the above facts, the
Commission finds as follows:
A. Proximity of the off -site parking facilities.
The off -site parking facility is located on the adjacent property to the north
(at 860 Apollo Street). The parking structure provides parking for a variety
of uses in the immediate vicinity.
B. Ease of pedestrian access to the off -site parking facilities.
The offsite parking facility is located within 200 -feet of the subject property
and is connected via existing sidewalks along Continental Way. Although
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)- accessible parking stalls are provided
onsite as part of the proposed project, additional ADA accessible parking
stalls are located in the parking structure where offsite parking will be
provided, and adequate accessible paths of travel exist between the parking
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structure and the subject property. Further, additional paths of travel will be
constructed onsite in accordance with ADA requirements.
C. Provisions for transportation to and from the off -site parking facility (e.g.,
shuttle or valet services).
There is no need for shuttle or valet services to and from this adjacent off-
site parking facility since the facility is located within 200 feet of the subject
property.
D. The type of use the offsite parking facilities are intended to serve (i.e., offsite
parking) may not be appropriate for high turnover uses such as retail sales
and services.
The proposed development project includes a mixture of high turnover
restaurants, full service restaurants and a bank building. Further, the
majority of the square footage would not be high turnover uses.
SECTION 10: Recommendations. The Planning Commission recommends that the City
Council:
A. Adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting
Program for the project located at 2171 -2191 Rosecrans Avenue, attached as
Exhibit B;
B. Adopt an Ordinance amending ESMC Sections 15 -2 -7, 15 -2 -14, 15 -517-6 and 15-
15-5, pertaining to parking standards, site development standards in the MU -S
Zone, and open space areas and encroachments in the MU -S Zone;
C. Approve Conditional Use Permit No. 16 -01, Administrative Use Permit No. 16 -01,
Administrative Adjustment No. 16 -04 and Off -Site Parking Covenant No. MISC 1-
05, for construction of three new buildings to accommodate a bank, a full service
restaurant and two high turnover restaurants, 3,700 square feet of outdoor dining
area, onsite sale and consumption of beer, wine and alcohol, a loading space within
the parking lot drive aisle, and a parking covenant to allow 90 of the 177 required
parking spaces to be located offsite.
SECTION 11: Reliance On Record. Each and every one of the findings and
determination in this Resolution are based on the competent and substantial evidence,
both oral and written, contained in the entire record relating to the project. The findings
and determinations constitute the independent findings and determinations of the Planning
Commission in all respects and are fully and completely supported by substantial evidence
in the record as a whole.
SECTION 12: Limitations. The Planning Commission's analysis and evaluation of
the project is based on the best information currently available. It is inevitable that in
evaluating a project that absolute and perfect knowledge of all possible aspects of the
project will not exist. One of the major limitations on analysis of the project is the Planning
Commission's lack of knowledge of future events. In all instances, best efforts have been
made to form accurate assumptions. Somewhat related to this are the limitations on the
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city's ability to solve what are in effect regional, state, and national problems and issues.
The City must work within the political framework within which it exists and with the
limitations inherent in that framework.
SECTION 13: This Resolution will remain effective until superseded by a subsequent
resolution.
SECTION 14: The Commission secretary is directed to mail a copy of this Resolution to
any person requesting a copy.
SECTION 15: This Resolution may be appealed within ten (10) calendar days after its
adoption. All appeals must be in writing and filed with the City Clerk within this time period.
Failure to file a timely written appeal will constitute a waiver of any right of appeal.
SECTION 16: Except as provided in Section 15, this Resolution is the Planning
Commission's final decision and will become effective on the tenth day after its adoption.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 14th day of July, 2016.
ATTEST:
Sam Lee, Secretary
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Mark D. Hensley, City Attorney
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Ryan Baldino, Chair
City of El Segundo Planning Commission
David King, Assistant City Attorney
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- Aye
Newman
- Aye
Nicol
- Aye
Nisley
- Absent
Wingate
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PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2798
Exhibit A
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
In addition to all applicable provisions of the El Segundo Municipal Code ( "ESMC "),
Continental Development Corporation (the "Applicant" or "Owner ") agrees to comply with
the following provisions as conditions for the City of El Segundo's approval of
Environmental Assessment No. EA -1143, Zone Text Amendment No. 16 -01, Conditional
Use Permit No. 16 -01, Administrative Use Permit No. 16 -01, Administrative Adjustment
No. 16 -04 and Off -Site Parking Covenant No. MISC 16 -05 ( "Project Conditions "):
Zoning Conditions
This approval is for the project as shown on the plans dated as received by the
Planning Division on June 30, 2016, and on file. Before the City issues a building,
grading, and /or demolition permit for the project, the applicant must submit plans,
showing that the project substantially complies with the plans and conditions of
approval on file with the Planning and Building Safety Department. Any subsequent
modification must be referred to the Planning and Building Safety Director for a
determination regarding the need for Planning Commission review and approval of
the proposed modification.
2. This approval allows for the following development:
a. Demolition of the existing restaurant building at 2171 Rosecrans Avenue;
b. Construction of three new buildings totaling 13,570 square feet (gross) in area
and up to 3,700 square feet of outdoor dining area, as follows:
• Building A at the southwest corner of the site, measuring 4,060 square
feet in area to accommodate a full service restaurant, comprised of 2,436
square feet of interior dining area, 1,624 square feet of interior non - dining
area, and 1,500 square feet of outdoor dining area along the south and
west sides of the building.
• Building B at the south of the site (between Buildings A and C), measuring
6,500 square feet in area to accommodate two high turnover restaurant
tenants. A cumulative total of 2,200 square feet of outdoor dining area is
dedicated for Building B.
• Building C at the southeast corner of the site, measuring 3,010 square
feet in area to accommodate a bank.
A change in uses or changes in the square footages specified above, must be
referred to the Planning and Building Safety Director for a determination regarding
the need for Planning Commission review and approval of the proposed changes.
3. The onsite sale and consumption of beer and wine, and /or alcohol (ABC Type 41
and ABC Type 47, respectively) are allowed at the new full - service restaurant and
the two high turnover restaurants. Specifically, the full - service restaurant building
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would measure 4,060 square feet (gross) in area, comprised of 2,436 square feet
of interior dining area, 1,624 square feet of interior non - dining area, and 1,500
square feet of outdoor dining area. The high turnover restaurant building would
measure 6,500 square feet (gross) in area to accommodate two high turnover
restaurants, and 2,200 square feet of outdoor dining area would be dedicated for
said high turnover restaurant building.
4. The owner /applicant shall not permit any loitering on the subject site.
5. The owner /applicant shall comply with and strictly adhere to all conditions of any
permit issued by ABC to the applicant, and with any applicable regulations of ABC.
6. A minimum of 87 parking spaces shall be maintained onsite. A maximum of 90
parking spaces are allowed to be provided offsite in the parking structure on the
adjacent property to the north, located at 860 Apollo Street (APN 4138 - 011 -022),
provided that a parking covenant is recorded on the affected properties. The
parking covenant shall be recorded prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy.
7. Two loading spaces must be provided onsite to serve the restaurant buildings, with
minimum dimensions of 12'x25'. One loading space must be provided along the
northern side of Building A, as illustrated in the approved site plan. One loading
space is allowed within the parking lot drive aisle, located north of Building B, as
illustrated in the approved site plan, which shall be clearly evident with appropriate
striping and yellow curbing.
8. Building A (full service restaurant building) shall maintain a minimum setback of 20-
feet as measured from the west building facade to the western property line along
Apollo Street, and a minimum setback of 30' as measured from the south building
facade to the southern property line along Rosecrans Avenue. The outdoor dining
areas shall maintain a minimum setback of 5 -feet to a property line.
9. Building B (high turnover restaurants building) shall maintain a minimum setback of
30 -feet as measured from the south building facade to the southern property line
along Rosecrans Avenue. The outdoor dining areas shall maintain a minimum
setback of 5 -feet to a property line.
10. Building C (bank building) shall maintain a minimum setback of 5 -feet as measured
from the east building facade to the edge of the street easement along Continental
Way, and a minimum setback of 30 -feet as measured from the south building facade
to the southern property line along Rosecrans Avenue.
11. Any signs shown on the site and elevation plans are conceptual only. Signs
proposed for the project, including monument signs, shall be designed to conform
to the sign provisions of the ESMC and shall require separate application and
approval by the Planning and Building Safety Director or designee. A master sign
program must be approved by the Planning and Building Safety Director prior to
issuance of any Certificate of Occupancy.
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12. All rooftop mechanical equipment shall be architecturally screened in accordance
with ESMC Section 15- 2 -8(C), to the satisfaction of the Planning and Building Safety
Director.
13. All utilities to and on the property shall be provided underground.
14. Pedestrian walkways within the project shall be provided with admixture colored
concrete and /or design that enhance and complement the project.
15. A trellis must be maintained over any trash enclosure on the property.
16. Prominent signage shall be posted throughout the parking lot that informs motorists
that additional overflow parking is available in the parking structure on the adjacent
property to the north, located at 860 Apollo Street.
17. The applicant shall submit a photometric lighting plan that illustrates that there is no
light spillover beyond the project property line for review and approval by the
Planning and Building Safety Department. Exterior building and parking lot lights
shall be provided with decorative lighting fixtures. Exterior lighting for the project
shall be designed to be confined to within the project site. Light shields shall be
used to block light and reduce spill over light and glare as necessary. Light spill
over on the property shall be zero foot - candles at the property line. Prior to the final
inspection and issuance of a certificate of occupancy, the applicant shall schedule
an evening inspection with the Planning Division to verify compliance with this
requirement.
18. The project site shall be fenced and screened during construction. Signage to report
dust shall be posted on site at a location clearly visible to the public from both
Rosecrans Avenue and Apollo Street.
19. All areas within the project site shall be maintained free of trash and debris.
20. The applicant shall comply with all requirements of Federal, State, County, and local
agencies as are applicable to this project.
21. A Notice of Determination will be filed for this project; the applicant is responsible
for paying all filing fees, including any fees required by the California Department of
Fish and Wildlife. Within two (2) days of approval by the City Council, the applicant
shall submit to the Planning and Building Safety Department a check or money order
in the amount of $2,260.25, payable to the Los Angeles County Clerk. The Planning
and Building Safety Department shall then file the Notice of Determination. Proof
of the fee payment will be required prior to the issuance of grading or building
permits required under Section 711.4 of the Fish and Game Code.
22. The development of the project shall comply with the Mitigation Monitoring and
Reporting Program (MMRP) attached and incorporated by reference as adopted by
the City Council on . Prior to any demolition, clearing, grubbing or
grading or as otherwise appropriate, the applicant shall demonstrate compliance
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with all of the Mitigation Measures contained in the MMRP. In the event of a conflict
between the adopted mitigation measures and these conditions of approval, the
stricter of the two shall govern. The applicant is responsible to bear all costs should
a consultant be required to manage and implement the MMRP.
Building Safety Conditions
23. The applicant shall obtain a building, grading, mechanical, plumbing, electrical,
demolition permit for the project.
Fire Department Conditions
24. The applicant must comply with the applicable requirements of the 2103 California
Building and Fire Codes and the 2012 International Fire Code as adopted by the
City of El Segundo and El Segundo Fire Department Regulations. On January 1,
2017, the City will be adopting the 2016 California Residential, Building and Fire
Codes. Any project submitted after January 1, 2017 will need to comply with the
locally adopted codes of the 2016 editions.
25. The applicant must submit and have approved by the Fire Department a Fire /Life
Safety Plan, identifying fire safety precautions during demolition and construction,
emergency site access during construction; permanent fire department access, fire
hydrant locations and any existing or proposed fire sprinkler systems and fire alarm
systems prior to issuance of the building permit.
26, The applicant must provide an automatic fire sprinkler system throughout each
building, installed in accordance with California Fire Code Chapter 9 and the
currently adopted edition of NFPA 13.
27. The building fire sprinkler systems shall have a system fire department connection
on each building, with a loop system fire department connection at each double
detector check assembly.
28. The applicant must provide the following conditions for all fire features:
a. A barrier must be provided around the fire feature to prevent accidental
access into the fire feature.
b. The distance between the fire feature and combustible material and
furnishings must meet the fire feature's listing and manufacturer's
requirements.
c. If the fire feature's protective barrier exceeds ambient temperatures, all
exit paths and occupant seating must be a minimum 36 inches from the
fire feature.
Police Department Conditions
The following checklist is only general guidelines on building security and crime
prevention issues from the El Segundo Police Department. Specific comments will be
made upon a formal submittal.
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Lighting
29. All parking lots shall be illuminated with a maintained minimum of 1.25 footcandles
of light on the ground surface during hours of darkness.
30. The addressing, all exterior entry doors, bicycle racks and trash dumpsters shall be
illuminated with a maintained minimum of 1 footcandle of light on the ground surface
during hours of darkness.
31. Walkways in retail applications shall use light standards with lighting mounted 12 to
14 feet for a better spread of light. Bollards can not accomplish this.
32. Lighting devices shall be enclosed and protected by weather and vandal resistant
covers.
33. A photometric study, which includes all of the above, shall be provided prior to
issuing the Building Permit. A site plan shall be provided showing buildings, parking
areas, walkways, and the point -by -point photometric calculation of the required light
levels. Foot - candles shall be measured on a horizontal plane and conform to a
uniformity ratio of 4:1 average /minimum.
34. Street lighting shall not be included in the calculations.
Doors /Hardware
35, Entry and Mechanical /Electrical /Fire doors:
a. See El Segundo Police Department Approved Security Hardware list.
Security Cameras
36. Security cameras shall be installed in all new commercial /retail establishments if
the Police Department deems it necessary due to the type of business, hours of
operation, location and propensity to crime.
37. The Police Department shall determine the monitoring and recording location of the
security cameras, which include, but are not limited to: all exterior and interior entry
doors, cash handling /counting areas, the manager's office, the safe, parking lots
and parking lot entries /exits and any other areas deemed necessary by the Police
Department.
38. Monitor and recording equipment shall be stored in a secure area.
39. The Police Department's minimum camera requirements shall be listed after the
Camera Specifications upon a formal submittal.
40. Camera Specifications:
All security cameras shall be in color.
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• The recording equipment shall be digital and shall have a minimum of twenty one
(21) days of storage capacity.
• Cameras shall be of the highest resolution.
There shall be a monitor connected to the recording equipment to play back and
review the video. The equipment shall be stored in a secure area.
• Security camera recordings shall be made available to law enforcement.
• The minimum security camera locations for this project shall be:
• Sufficient cameras on the exterior to cover the walkways and all exit doors.
• Sufficient cameras to cover the driveways and parking lot, capturing vehicle
occupants and license plate numbers.
Public Works
41. The applicant must ensure that encroachment permits required by the City are
secured from the Public Works Department before commencing any and all work in
the public right -of -way, including lane closure.
42. The applicant to verify if the new sidewalk along Continental Way north of
Rosecrans Avenue will include new curb & gutter. Areas of the existing curb &
gutter are broken and need to be repaired.
43. The applicant to verify if the existing curb ramps meet ADA requirements. The
existing curb ramps at the northeast corner of Apollo Street & Rosecrans Avenue
as well as existing curb ramp at the northwest corner of Continental Way &
Rosecrans Avenue appear to not meet ADA requirements. If they do not meet ADA
requirements, these existing curb ramps are to be demolished and constructed per
Standard Plans for Public Works Construction ( SPPWC) standard plan 111 -5.
44. All proposed curb ramps to be constructed per SPPWC standard plan 111 -5.
45. The applicant to verify if curb ramps are to be constructed at the existing driveway
location on Apollo Street north of Rosecrans Avenue. There appears to be a curb
along the driveway entering the site but no curb ramps at both ends of the driveway
adjacent to the sidewalk.
46. The applicant to construct new sidewalk per SPPWC standard plan 111 -5.
47. The applicant must provide a minimum 4' sidewalk clearance behind any sign posts,
power poles, etc.
48. The applicant to verify if existing driveway approaches meet ADA requirements. It
they do not meet ADA requirements, the existing driveways are to be demolished
and constructed per SPPWC 110 -2.
49. All proposed driveway approaches to be constructed per SPPWC standard plan
110 -2.
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K All unused driveways should be closed off with full - height curb, gutter and sidewalk
per SPPWC standards.
51. PG -64 -10 tack coat and hot mix asphalt shall be used for all slot paving required
next to new concrete installations. Slot paving shall be 3 feet wide and 1 foot deep,
consisting of 6 inches of asphalt over 6 inches of base.
52. Any existing water meters, potable water service connections, fire backflow devices
and potable water backflow devices must be upgraded to current City Water
Division standards. These devices shall be placed or relocated onto private
property.
51 The applicant must submit plans for water system upgrades to the City of El
Segundo Public Works Department for review and approval, including traffic control
plans for work in the public right -of -way.
54. The applicant shall verify if separate water meters are to be installed for individual
buildings.
55. The proposed improvement will affect the existing sewer main lines. The applicant
must submit a sewer study that shows the capacity deficiency in the affected
existing sewer lines. Necessary sewer upgrades will be determined once the sewer
study is reviewed and approved.
56. Any unused water or sanitary sewer laterals shall be abandoned and properly
capped at the City main. The contractor is to obtain necessary permits and licenses,
and provide traffic control plans and shoring plans.
57. A grading and drainage plan shall be provided and stamped by a registered civil
engineer.
58. Hydrologic and hydraulic calculations shall be submitted to size appropriate storm
drain facilities to control on -site drainage and mitigate off -site impacts. Refer to the
most recent Los Angeles County Hydrology Manual. Instructions and the manual
are available at the County website at:
http:// dpw .lacounty.gov /wrd /Pt.iblication /index.cfm. Calculations shall be signed by
a registered civil engineer.
59. A utility plan shall be provided that shows all existing and proposed utility lines and
their sizes (sewer, water, gas, storm drain, electrical, etc.) including easements,
around the project site. The required fees will be determined based upon the
information provided on the site plan.
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60. All construction - related parking must be accommodated on -site. No construction
related parking shall be permitted off -site.
61. The project shall comply with the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
(NPDES) requirements and shall provide Best Management Practices (BMPs) for
sediment control, construction material control and erosion control.
62. The project shall comply with the latest MS4 permit requirements.
63. All record drawings (As -built drawings) and supporting documentation shall be
submitted to the Public Works Engineering Division prior to scheduling the project's
final inspection.
Miscellaneous Conditions
64. Approval of this permit shall not be construed as a waiver of applicable and
appropriate zoning regulations, or any Federal, State, County and /or City laws and
regulations. Unless otherwise expressly specified, all other requirements of the El
Segundo Municipal Code shall apply.
65. Failure to comply with and adhere to all of these conditions of approval may be
cause to revoke the approval of the project by the Planning Commission, pursuant
to the provisions of the El Segundo Municipal Code.
66. In the event that any of these conditions conflict with the recommendations and /or
requirements of another permitting agency or City Department, the stricter standard
shall apply.
67. The applicant and its successors in interest shall indemnify, protect, defend (with
legal counsel reasonably acceptable to the City), and hold harmless, the City, and
any agency or instrumentality thereof, and its elected and appointed officials,
officers, employees, and agents from and against any and all liabilities, claims,
actions, causes of action, proceedings, suits, damages, judgments, liens, levies,
costs, and expenses of whatever nature, including reasonable attorney's fees and
disbursements (collectively "Claims ") arising out of or in any way relating this
project, any discretionary approvals granted by the City related to the development
of the project, or the environmental review conducted under California
Environmental Quality Act, Public Resources Code Section 21000 et seg., for the
project. If the City Attorney is required to enforce any conditions of approval, all
costs, including attorney's fees, shall be paid for by the applicant. The Applicant
agrees to defend the City (at the City's request and with counsel satisfactory to the
City) and will indemnify the City for any judgment rendered against it or any sums
paid out in settlement or otherwise. For purposes of this section "the City" includes
the City of El Segundo's elected officials, appointed officials, officers, and
employees.
By signing this document, , on behalf of Continental Development
Corporation, certifies that he /she has read, understands, and agrees to the Project
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Conditions listed in this document.
Name, Title
{If Corporation or similar entity, needs two officer signatures or evidence that one signature binds
the company}
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ATTACHMENT 5
PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT, DATED JULY 14, 2016
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EL SEGUNDO PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING DATE: July 14, 2016
AGENDA STATEMENT AGENDA HEADING: Public Hearing
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
Consideration and possible action regarding approval of Environmental Assessment No. EA -1143,
Zone Text Amendment No. ZTA 16 -01, Conditional Use Permit No. CUP 16 -01, Administrative
Use Permit No. AUP 16 -01, Adjustment No. ADJ 16 -04, and Off -Site Parking Covenant No.
MISC 16 -05 to:
• Amend certain sections of the El Segundo Municipal Code pertaining to parking standards,
site development standards, and open space areas and encroachments;
• Demolish an existing restaurant building, and construct three new buildings to
accommodate a bank, a full service restaurant and two high turn -over restaurants;
• Provide a total of 3,700 square feet of outdoor dining;
• Allow the onsite sale and consumption of beer and wine, and alcohol;
• Allow a loading space within in the parking lot drive aisle; and,
• Allow 90 of the 177 required parking spaces to be located offsite through a parking
covenant.
The Project site is located at 2171 -2191 Rosecrans Avenue, in the Urban Mixed Use South (MU-
S) Zone (the "Site ").
(Applicant: Continental Development Corporation).
RECOMMENDED PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION: It is recommended that the Planning
Commission, open the public hearing and take public testimony on the project; close the public
hearing and consider the evidence; and, adopt Resolution No. 2798 recommending that the City
Council a) adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration and a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting
Program, and b) approve Environmental Assessment No. EA -1143, Zone Text Amendment No.
ZTA 16 -01, Conditional Use Permit No. CUP 16 -01, Adjustment No. 16 -04, and Off -Site Parking
Covenant No. 16 -05.
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
1. Draft Ordinance
2. Draft Planning Commission Resolution No. 2798
A. Conditions of Approval
B. Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
3. Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration
4. Plans
ORIGINATED BY: Eduardo Schonborn, AICP, Contract Senior Plana,
REVIEWED BY: Gregg McClain, Planning Manager
REVIEWED BY: Paul Samaras, Principal Planner .
APPROVED BY: Sam Lee, Director of Planning an Building Safe
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I. INTRODUCTION
The proposed project is a request for a Zone Text Amendment (ZTA 16 -01) to amend
several sections of the El Segundo Municipal Code ( "ESMC ") to allow onsite parking to
encroach into interior side yard and rear yard setback and landscape areas; to allow outdoor
dining areas and outdoor gathering areas to be located within certain setback areas; and
modify front and side yard setback requirements. The associated Conditional Use Permit
(CUP 16 -01) includes a request for 3,700 square feet of total outdoor dining area, which
would be provided and distributed for the proposed restaurants. A Master Administrative
Use Permit (AUP 16 -01) is for the onsite sale and consumption of beer, wine and alcohol
at the proposed new restaurants. The Administrative Adjustment (ADJ 16 -04) seeks to
allow one of the two proposed loading spaces to be along a parking lot drive aisle. Lastly,
the proposed project is a request for an Off -Site Parking Covenant (MISC 16 -05) to allow
90 of the 177 required parking spaces to be located off -site, in a parking structure located
on the abutting property to the north of the project site, which is also owned by the
applicant. The project site is located at 2171 -2191 Rosecrans Avenue, in the Urban Mixed -
Use South (NU -S) zone.
II. BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION
BackLround
On January 19, 2016, applications for an Environmental Assessment, Zone Text
Amendment, Conditional Use Permit, Administrative Use Permit, Administrative
Adjustment and Off Site Parking Covenant were submitted to the Planning and Building
Safety Department for processing. The applications request approval to demolish an
existing 8,195 square -foot (gross) restaurant building at 2171 Rosecrans Avenue, and
redevelop the site with three new buildings totaling 13,570 square feet (gross) in area and
associated parking.
City staff prepared an Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS /MND) in
accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) to assess the project's
environmental impacts. On June 23, 2016, a Notice of Intent (NOI) to Adopt the MND
was filed with the Los Angeles County Clerk for a posting and review period of at least
twenty days (as required by CEQA), and circulated to all appropriate public agencies for
comment. Further, the City mailed notices to nine (9) property owners within a 300 -foot
radius from the subject property, 54 agencies and interested parties, and published the NOI
in the El Segundo Herald on June 23, 2016. As of the preparation of this Staff Report,
Staff has received no comments in response to the notice.
Project Site and Vicinity
The subject property is a 1.54 -acre, rectangular shaped parcel located at 2171 -2191
Rosecrans Avenue. The site is located along the north side of Rosecrans Avenue between
Apollo Street and Continental Way. The General Plan Land Use designation is Urban
Mixed Use South, and is consistently zoned Urban Mixed Use South (MU -S). The
property is currently improved with an 8,195 square foot, one -story full- service restaurant
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building (known as "Cozymel's Mexican Grill "), and a surface parking lot with a total of
116 parking spaces onsite. Access to the property is currently provided via two driveways,
one along Apollo Street and another along Continental Way (a private street).
The subject site is surrounded by a variety of commercial, office and light manufacturing
uses. The surrounding land uses are summarized in Table 1, below:
Table 1
SURROUNDING, LAND USES
Direction
Land Use
North
Parking structure, and office
Urban Mixed Use South (MU -S)
East
High tech design and manufacturing
Urban Mixed Use South (MU -S)
South
Manhattan Marketplace commercial
center
PD, City of Manhattan Beach
West
Six -story office, bank and restaurants
Urban Mixed Use South (MU -S)
Discussion
General: The applicant is proposing to redevelop the subject property, which includes
demolishing the existing 8,195 square foot (gross) restaurant building, and constructing
three new buildings totaling 13,570 square feet (gross) in area and associated parking. The
project would result in a net increase of 5,375 square feet (gross) in floor area. The
proposed buildings consist of the following:
• Building A: a new 4,060 square -foot building to accommodate a full service
restaurant with a Department of Alcoholic Beverage (ABC) Type 47 license for on-
site alcohol sales and consumption, and 1,500 square feet of covered outdoor dining
area.
• Building B: a new 6,500 square -foot building to accommodate two, high turnover
restaurant uses (fast -food or full- service) each with either an ABC Type 47 license
for on -site alcohol sales and consumption or an ABC Type 41 license for on -site
beer and wine, and 2,200 square feet of total covered outdoor dining area for the
two restaurants.
• Building C: a new 3,010 square -foot building to accommodate a new bank.
• A total of 87 parking spaces will be provided on site, along with two loading spaces
to serve the restaurant buildings.
Table 2, on the following page, provides a summary of the project components.
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Table 2
Project Summary
Building Areas
Building A (full - service restaurant)
4,060 sf
Building B (fast -food or full- service
restaurant)
restaurant space b -1
restaurant space b -2
3,140 sf
3,360 sf
Building C (bank)
3,010 sf
Total
13,570 sf
Outdoor Dining Areas
Building A
1,500 sf
Building B
2,200 sf
Building C
Total
3,700 A
Parking Stalls
Standard (8'6 "x18')
59 stalls
Compact (8'6 "X15')
20 stalls
Accessible (9'x18')
8 stalls
Total
87 stalls
(Plus, 90 stalls provided off-site on
adjacent property through parking
covenant)
Loading Spaces
Small Truck (12'X25')
Building A
Building B
1 space
1 space
Total
2 spaces
Bicycle Parking
Between Buildings A and B
4 stalls
Between Buildings B and C
8 stalls
Total
12 stalls
Access and Parking: Access to the site will be provided via the two existing driveways,
one along Apollo Street and another along Continental Way. A new ingress /egress
driveway will be installed along Continental Way to facilitate vehicular access to the site,
and to facilitate onsite vehicular circulation.
Based upon the floor areas of the proposed uses and buildings, the project requires a total
of 177 parking spaces. A total of 87 parking spaces will be provided onsite, resulting in a
deficiency of 90 spaces onsite. To address the onsite parking deficiency, the project
includes utilizing an existing multi -level parking structure at 860 Apollo Street,
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immediately north of the project site to provide the 90 spaces through an off -site parking
covenant. The adjacent property where the parking structure is located is also owned by
the Applicant.
Discretionary Entitlement Applications;
The project includes discretionary approval for a Zone Text Amendment for properties in
the Urban Mixed -Use South (MU -S) Zone, Conditional Use Permit, Master Administrative
Use Permit, an Administrative Adjustment, and an Off -Site Parking Covenant. The Zone
Text Amendment includes amending several sections of the ESMC, including a) Sections
15 -2 -14 (Landscaping) and 15 -15 -5 (Parking Area Development Standards) to allow onsite
parking to encroach into interior side yard and rear yard setback areas; b) Section 15 -2 -7
(Open Space Areas and Encroachments) to allow outdoor dining areas and outdoor
gathering areas to be located up to 5 -feet from a property line; and, c) Section 15 -5F -8 (Site
Development Standards) to modify front and side yard setbacks for buildings in the MU -S
zone.
The Master Conditional Use Permit includes a request for outdoor dining associated with
the proposed restaurant buildings, which cumulatively exceed 20% of the interior dining
areas. A total of 3,700 square feet would be provided and distributed for the proposed
restaurants. Further, to augment the outdoor dining areas and provide a comfortable eating
environment, the applicant is proposing shade structures over these areas.
The Master Administrative Use Permit is for the onsite sale and consumption of alcohol at
the restaurants. Specifically, Building A would maintain an ABC Type 47 license for on-
site alcohol sales and consumption of alcohol. However, since tenants for restaurant spaces
B and C are currently unknown, the Master Administrative Use Pen-nit would allow the
user to maintain ABC Type 41 licenses for on -site sales and consumption of beer and wine
or ABC Type 47 licenses for on -site alcohol sales and consumption of alcohol.
The Adjustment is to allow one of the two loading spaces to be located along the parking
lot drive aisle. The required minimum drive aisle width for 90- degree parking is 25 feet.
The project provides for a 14 -foot wide drive aisle at the location of the loading space.
Importantly, when the loading space is not in use, the drive aisle would comply with the
25 -foot minimum width.
The Off -Site Parking Covenant is to allow 90 of the 177 parking stalls to be located off -
site, in a parking structure located on the abutting property to the north of the project site,
which is owned by the Applicant.
III. ANALYSIS
Zone Text Amendment
The applicant, Continental Development Corporation owns several properties in the Urban
Mixed Use South (MU -S) zone, which combined comprise the Continental Park office and
retail /entertainment campus. The applicant is proposing redevelopment of its property at
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2171 Rosecrans Avenue, and is requesting a Zone Text Amendment to several sections of
the ESMC relating to setbacks and encroachments in the MU -S zone. The intent of the
requested amendments is to create conditions that allow enhanced building amenities and
outdoor spaces, and to allow additional flexibility for property owners to expand onsite
parking counts in order to make properties in the MU -S zone more attractive to today's
office, restaurant, retail, and other uses.
The proposed amendment to Section 15- 5F -8(D) would result in a reduction in building
setbacks from 30 feet to 20 feet, which would apply to all front yards, except for those
along Rosecrans Avenue. Further, Section 15- 2 -7(E) of the ESMC currently allows for
encroachments of certain uses and structures into setback areas provided that a 10 -foot
setback is maintained. The requested amendment would allow for greater encroachments
and conversely reduce the required setbacks to allow outdoor dining areas and outdoor
gathering areas to be located up to 5 feet from a property line, rather than 10 feet.
Additionally, these areas would be permitted to be covered by non -solid trellises, pergolas,
retractable awnings or other similar non - permanent covers. The proposed amendments
would provide for enhanced building features and amenities, and would bring more
pedestrian activity outside the buildings and closer to the street. The improved appearance,
enhanced building amenities, and more pedestrian - friendly environment would make the
properties more attractive to restaurant, retail and other similar uses.
Lastly, the proposed amendment to Sections 15- 2- 14(B)(3)(a) and 15- 15- 5(D)(2) would
allow for parking spaces to encroach further into interior side and rear setbacks on
properties located in the MU -S zone, provided that the corresponding side and rear property
lines do not abut a public or private street or driveway. The ESMC currently allows parking
to encroach up to 50% of the required setback, provided a minimum landscaped setback of
5 feet is maintained. The proposed amendment would allow onsite parking on properties
within the MU -S Zone to encroach up to interior side and rear property lines (zero setback),
provided that the interior side and rear property lines do not abut a public or private street.
The amendment would allow for more flexibility in site planning and layout, but would not
reduce the minimum parking lot landscaping area requirements currently in place.
Zoning Consistency
The following table contains the development standards for the Urban Mixed -Use South
(MU -S), as specified in ESMC Chapter 15 -517.
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Urban Mixed -Use South
(MU -S) Zone
Proposed
Financial institutions;
Bank, and restaurants with
Permitted Uses
Restaurants, and AUP for alcohol;
onsite consumption of alcohol
CUP for outdoor dining when
and 3,700 sf of outdoor dining.
exceeding 20% of dining area.
(In compliance)
Approx. 67,080 square feet,
Lot Area
Minimum 10,000 square feet
(Existing, complies)
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ESMC Section 15 -1 -1 (Purpose, Title) states that the Zoning Code (Title 15) is the primary
tool for implementation of the goals, objectives, and policies of the El Segundo General
Plan. Accordingly, the Planning Commission must find that the proposed Zone Text
Amendment is consistent with those goals, objectives, and policies. Further, pursuant to
the Zoning Code, Chapter 26 (Amendments) of the Zoning Code, in order to recommend
City Council approval of the proposed amendments, the Planning Commission must find
that the amendments are necessary to carry out the general purpose of Zoning Code. The
purpose of this Title, as specified above, is to serve the public health, safety, and general
welfare and to provide economic and social advantages resulting from an orderly planned
use of land resources. As stated in the proposed Resolution, Planning staff believes that
the Planning Commission can make the necessary findings to recommend City Council
approval of the proposed amendments.
1 The Zone Text Amendment associated with the proposed project would reduce the required setback requirements
so that the project complies with the proposed setback requirements for the building and the outdoor dining.
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Urban Mixed -Use South
(MU -S) Zone
Proposed
Building
Maximum 175 feet
27 feet
Height
(In compliance)
Max size 87,207 square feet
13,570 square feet existing,
Building Site
cumulative.
(based on 1.3 FAR)
(In compliance)
Front (Apollo Street): 20'
Front: 30'
Side: Approx. 67', 30' along
Setbaicksl
Side: 25'
Rosecrans Ave.
Rear: 5'
Rear: 25' -11"
(In compliance)
Building Perimeter: Minimum
Minimum 5 foot landscape
horizontal depth of 5 feet around
areas around buildings
building perimeter.
(In compliance)
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Vehicle Use Area (VUA):
1,437 square feet of landscaping
Minimum 5% of VUA
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provided in VUA
(1,433 sf, based on proposed
(In compliance)
project)
177 spaces
Per ESMC § 15 -15 -6, 177 onsite
(87 stalls provided onsite and 90
Parking
spaces required. Offsite parking
stalls provided off -site on
may be provided through a parking
adjacent property through
covenant)
parking covenant).
I (In compliance)
ESMC Section 15 -1 -1 (Purpose, Title) states that the Zoning Code (Title 15) is the primary
tool for implementation of the goals, objectives, and policies of the El Segundo General
Plan. Accordingly, the Planning Commission must find that the proposed Zone Text
Amendment is consistent with those goals, objectives, and policies. Further, pursuant to
the Zoning Code, Chapter 26 (Amendments) of the Zoning Code, in order to recommend
City Council approval of the proposed amendments, the Planning Commission must find
that the amendments are necessary to carry out the general purpose of Zoning Code. The
purpose of this Title, as specified above, is to serve the public health, safety, and general
welfare and to provide economic and social advantages resulting from an orderly planned
use of land resources. As stated in the proposed Resolution, Planning staff believes that
the Planning Commission can make the necessary findings to recommend City Council
approval of the proposed amendments.
1 The Zone Text Amendment associated with the proposed project would reduce the required setback requirements
so that the project complies with the proposed setback requirements for the building and the outdoor dining.
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Conditional Use Permit
The project includes a request to have three outdoor dining areas for the various restaurants.
Because the project proposes a total of 3,700 square feet of outdoor dining area would be
provided and distributed for the proposed restaurants, which exceeds 20% of the interior
dining areas of the restaurants, and thereby requires approval of a Conditional Use Permit.
The project also includes trellises over the outdoor dining areas to enhance and create
inviting spaces.
Pursuant to ESMC Section 15 -23 -4, the Planning Commission is authorized to grant a
conditional use permit if it makes the three required findings listed in SSMC Section 15-
23-6. The required findings are as follows:
1. The proposed location of the conditional use permit is in accord with the objectives of
the Title and the purposes of the zone in which the Property is located.
2. The proposed location of the conditional use and the conditions under which it would
be operated or maintained will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or
welfare, or materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity.
3. The proposed conditional use will comply with each of the applicable provisions ofthis
Chapter. The required Conditional Use Permit Findings and facts in support of said
findings are outlined in the attached resolution of approval.
Staff believes that there is adequate evidence to support the required Conditional Use
Permit findings and is recommending approval of the Conditional Use Permit to allow
outdoor dining areas greater than 20% of the restaurants' dining areas, subject to the
conditions of approval listed in Exhibit A of attached Resolution No. 2798. The Planning
Commission may consider and impose additional conditions which it deems necessary, if
it demonstrates a reasonable relationship between the condition it desires to impose and
the project's impact.
Administrative Use Permit
The project includes a request to serve alcohol in conjunction with the new restaurants,
which requires approval of an Administrative Use Permit (AUP). Since a specific tenant
has not been identified, the applicant is requesting that the AUP be flexible to allow for
either a Type 41 or a Type 47 ABC license. Although both license types allow for on -site
consumption, the distinction is that a Type 41 license is for onsite beer and wine, while a
Type 47 license is for onsite general alcohol.
In considering an AUP application, ESMC Section 15- 22 -5.A requires the Planning
Commission to make the following five findings in reference to the property and uses under
consideration:
There is compatibility of the particular use on the particular site in relationship to
other existing and potential uses within the general area in which the use is proposed
to be located.
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2. The proposed use is consistent and compatible with the purpose of the zone in which
the site is located.
3. The proposed location and use and the conditions under which the use would be
operated or maintained will not be detrimental to the public health, safety or welfare,
or materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity.
4. Potential impacts that could be generated by the proposed use, such as noise, smoke,
dust, fumes, vibration, odors, traffic and hazards have been recognized and
compensated for.
5. In addition to the four findings listed above, before an alcohol- related administrative
use permit may be granted, it shall also be found that the State Department of Alcohol
Beverage Control has issued or will issue a license to sell alcohol to the applicant.
Staff believes that the required Administrative Use Permit Findings can be made based
upon the facts in support of said findings, which are outlined in the attached Resolution.
As such, Staff is recommending approval of the Administrative Use Permit, subject to the
conditions of approval listed in Exhibit A of attached Resolution No. 2798. The Planning
Commission may consider and impose additional conditions which it deems necessary, if
it demonstrates a reasonable relationship between the condition it desires to impose and
the project's impact.
Ad' u_ _ _ 1 stment
ESMC Section 15- 15 -5(N) requires a minimum aisle width of 25 feet to ensure adequate
back up and maneuverability for two -way traffic. The proposed project includes locating
one of the two required loading spaces within the parking lot drive aisle, resulting in a 14-
foot wide drive aisle at the location of the loading space. When the loading space is not in
use, the drive aisle would comply with the 25 -foot minimum width. Notwithstanding, an
Adjustment must be approved to allow any deviation from the loading space requirements.
ESMC Section 15 -24 -4 provides that the following findings be made in order to approve
an adjustment:
1. That the proposed adjustment would not be detrimental to the neighborhood or district
in which the property is located;
2. That the proposed adjustment is necessary in order that the applicant may not be
deprived unreasonably in the use or enjoyment of his property; and
3. That the proposed adjustment is consistent with the legislative intent of this title
(Zoning Code).
Staff believes that the required Adjustment Findings can be made based upon the facts in
support of said findings, which are outlined in the attached Resolution. Although 14 feet
could not accommodate 2 -way traffic, it is sufficient width to maintain limited circulation
on a temporary basis, allowing vehicles to continue to maneuver through the parking lot.
Potential impacts would be mitigated through operational conditions that limit the hours of
specified in Exhibit A of the attached Resolution. As such, Staff is recommending approval
of the Adjustment, subject to the conditions of approval listed in Exhibit A of attached
Resolution No. 2798. The Planning Commission may consider and impose additional
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conditions which it deems necessary, if it demonstrates a reasonable relationship between
the condition it desires to impose and the project's impacts.
Off -Site Parkin Covenant
Pursuant to ESMC Section 15- 15 -3.H, the applicant is requesting an off -site parking
covenant for more than 20 spaces. Off -site parking covenants in excess of 20 spaces are
subject to Planning Commission review and conditions. The approval of the off -site
parking covenant request will bring the proposed parking arrangement into compliance
with current City regulations for off -site parking. Ninety (90) off -site parking spaces are
requested to be located in the parking structure located on the adjacent property to the
north, which is also owned by the owner of the subject property. The Findings for the off -
site parking covenant can be made as identified in attached Resolution No. 2798.
IV. INTER- DEPARTMENTAL COMMENTS
The project application and plans were circulated to all City departments. The City
Departments did not have any comments or objections to the proposed project.
V. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
In accordance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA),
an Initial Study was prepared of the project's environmental impacts (see attached Draft
IS/MND). Although CEQA identifies a number of categorical exemptions that would
exempt a proposed project from the preparation of environmental documents, the IS /MND)
were prepared since the proposed project did not qualify for a CEQA exemption. The
IS /MND was prepared by Staff, while the technical studies were prepared by the applicant.
The technical studies for the IS/MND included air quality and greenhouse gas modeling,
and a traffic impact report. To ensure the adequacy of the technical studies, the City
retained Michael Baker International, a consulting firm pre - approved and retained by the
City, to conduct a peer review of the technical studies. Michael Baker found that the
technical studies were prepared in accordance with industry standards and were adequate
for use in the IS/MND document.
As shown in the attached IS/MND (Exhibit "Y'), the project will not result in or create any
significant impacts, or have less than significant impacts to aesthetics, agriculture and
forestry resources, geology /soils, greenhouse gas emissions, hazards/hazardous materials,
land use, mineral resources, noise, population and housing, public services, recreation,
biological resources, cultural resources, and transportation/traffic; and, utilities. However,
the Initial Study identified that the project may create potentially significant impacts to
hydrology /water quality, air quality, and aesthetics, unless mitigated with appropriate
measures. The proposed Resolution, if adopted, recommends the City Council adopt both
the MND and the associated Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP).
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VI. RECOMMENDATION
For the foregoing reasons, staff recommend that the Planning Commission adopt
Resolution No. 2798 recommending that the City Council a) adopt the Mitigated Negative
Declaration and a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, and h) approve
Environmental Assessment No, EA -1143, Zone Text Amendment No. ZTA 16 -01,
Conditional Use Permit No. CUP 16 -01, Adjustment No. 16 -04, and Off -Site Parking
Covenant No. 16 -05.
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ATTACHMENT 6
PUBLIC COMMENTS
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WATER
RECLAMATION
SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT
COUNTY SANITATION OISTRICTS
OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY
1955 Workman Mill Road, Whittier, CA 90601 -1400
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 4998, Whittier, CA 90607 -4998
Telephone: (562) 699 -7411, FAX: (562) 699 -5422
www.lacsd.org
Mr. Eduardo Schonborn
Contract Senior Planner
Planning and Building Safety Department
City of EI Segundo
350 Main Street
El Segundo, CA 90245
Dear Mr. Schonborn:
GRACE ROBINSON HYDE
Chief Engineer and General Manager
July 14, 2016
Ref Doc. No.: 3776466
Comment Letter for the 2171 -2191 Rosecrans Avenue Project
The Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County (Districts) received a Notice of Intent to Adopt a
Mitigated Negative Declaration for the subject project on June 27, 2016. The proposed project is located
within the jurisdictional boundaries of District No. 5. We offer the following comments:
12. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS
Explanation of Checklist Judgements, page 60, paragraph 1 of Item 12.a) — The explanation
states the project would result in an increase in the site's wastewater generation, and thus, an
increase in the demand for wastewater treatment. Anyone increasing the improvement square
footage of a commercial or institutional parcel is subject to pay a connection fee - The Districts
are empowered by the California Health and Safety Code to charge a fee for the privilege of
connecting (directly or indirectly) to the Districts' Sewerage System or for increasing the strength
or quantity of wastewater discharged from connected facilities. This connection fee is a capital
facilities fee that is imposed in an amount sufficient to construct an incremental expansion of the
Sewerage System to accommodate the proposed project. Payment of a connection fee will be
required before a permit to connect to the sewer is issued. For more information and a copy of the
Connection Fee Information Sheet, go to www.lacsd.ora, Wastewater & Sewer Systems, click on
Will Serve Program, and search for the appropriate link. In determining the impact to the
Sewerage System and applicable connection fees, the Districts' Chief Engineer will determine the
user category (e.g. Condominium, Single Family home, etc.) that best represents the actual or
anticipated use of the parcel or facilities on the parcel. For more specific information regarding the
connection fee application procedure and fees, please contact the Connection Fee Counter at
(562) 908 -4288, extension 2727.
2. Explanation of Checklist Judgements, page 60, paragraph 1 of Item 12.a) — Before discharge,
the treated wastewater at the Joint Water Pollution Control Plant, wastewater is disinfected with
sodium hypochlorite and sent to the Pacific Ocean through a network of outfalls. These outfalls
extend a mile and a half off the Palos Verdes Peninsula.
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Explanation of Checklist Judgements, page 61, paragraph 2 of Item 12.b, d, e) — The proposed
project results in a net increase of 5,375 square feet of additional floor area, comprised of a
3,010 square foot bank and 2,365 square feet of additional restaurant space. Based on this
description, the expected increase in average wastewater flow from the proposed project is
2,967 gallons per day. For a copy of the Districts' average wastewater generation factors, go to
www.lacsd.org, Wastewater & Sewer Systems, click on Will Serve Program, and click on the
Table i, Loadings for Each Class of Land Use link.
4. Explanation of Checklist Judgements, page 62, paragraph 2 of Item 12.b, d, e) continued — The
Joint Water Pollution Control Plant located in the City of Carson has a capacity of 400 million
gallons per day (mgd) and currently processes an average flow of 256.8 mgd.
5. All other information concerning Districts' facilities and sewerage service contained in the
document is current.
If you have any questions, please contact the undersigned at (562) 9084288, extension 2717.
Very truly yours,
Adriana Raza
Customer Service Specialist
Facilities Planning Department
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City of El Segundo Planning and Building
Safety Department
350 Main Street
El Segundo, California 90245
Attn: Eduardo Schonborn
DIRECT DIAL:
(310) 255 -6118
EMAIL:
bruce.smiley@ffslaN.com
REPLY TO:
Los Angeles
FILE NO.:
20673 -974
Re: 2171 -2191 Rosecrans Avenue
Environmental Assessment No. EA -1143, Zone Text Amendment No. ZTA
16 -01, Conditional Use Permit No. CUP 1601, Administrative Use Permit
No. AUP 16 -01, Administrative Adjustment No. ADJ 16 -04, and Off -Site
Parkin,q Covenant No. MISC 16 -05
Dear Mr. Schonborn:
Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the above referenced project
proposed for construction within the City of El Segundo.
We represent St. Paul Fire and Marine Insurance Company, who is the owner of
the Manhattan Marketplace development, a 113,175 square foot shopping center
located in the City of Manhattan Beach. The client has asked us to offer comments on
their behalf, in order to assure that all possible impacts of the above project are
adequately considered and addressed during the review and approval process
undertaken by the City of El Segundo.
BACKGROUND:
Our client's shopping center development is located at 1550 -1590 Rosecrans
Avenue, Manhattan Beach, which is directly across the street from 2171 -2191
Rosecrans Avenue, the address composing the lots where the proposed development
will be located.
Manhattan Marketplace was developed with strict consideration of the parking
requirements for its possible tenants who would occupy the commercial space within
the development. As an example, the initial development of Manhattan Marketplace
restricted the allowable restaurant square footage within the shopping center to ensure
ample on -site parking for all tenants so that none would be disadvantaged when their
patrons visited the development. As I know you are aware, the South Bay has
experienced rather explosive growth over the last two decades and continues to
experience increased demand for densification through the redevelopment of existing
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properties, such as the proposed project, which add both square footage and the
commensurate increased parking demands that come with densification.
Our client has done extensive study of its development vis a vie parking
demands and has found that the Marketplace experiences peak parking demand every
Monday through Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. All Marketplace parking is
consistently utilized by patrons of the businesses located in our client's development
during this time of day, often necessitating the patrons to wait for an available parking
space. The Manhattan Marketplace also experiences other times where parking spaces
are at a premium but the 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. weekday time frame appears to be the
most consistent time where parking availability is most stressed. An informal survey of
the area around both our client's development and the proposed redevelopment across
Rosecrans Avenue has demonstrated that the Manhattan Marketplace is the last visible
non - access controlled free parking lot in the immediate surrounding area. Unfortunately
our client's property is already being improperly used by visitors, patrons and
employees working in or visiting properties other than the Manhattan Marketplace, to
the detriment of the tenant businesses who pay their rent, at least partially, with the
understanding that the Marketplace parking will be available for their own patrons and
employees.
RESULTS OF PROPOSED PROJECT REVIEW:
Our client has now carefully studied the details of the proposed redevelopment
project. They have identified several material concerns regarding the probable adverse
impacts the proposed redevelopment project will have on their property as a whole, and,
most importantly, the potential adverse impact on their shopping center's parking. A
legitimate concern of our client based on the increased size and configuration of the
proposed project is the fact that people who work at and /or visit the new project after its
completion will view the readily available and easily accessible street level parking at
Manhattan Marketplace as more convenient and an easier option for parking as
compared to the new project's rooftop parking alternatives (i.e., requiring people to
spend the time navigating a parking structure to its top parking deck). Since the new
project's ground floor parking is currently reserved for office tenants and Say Club
members and other floors are subject to similar restrictions, the only exception is the
roof top parking which is identified as freely available. (See the attached pictures
depicting the current parking sign restrictions). Our client feels it is only equitable and
also legally mandated that the new redevelopment project provide for and adequately
address the parking impacts directly caused by the increase in useable square footage
proposed within the redevelopment of the property.
It is certainly not our client's goal to prevent the development of this project and
redevelopment of the property in question, but , only to request that appropriate
measures are put in place that will ensure that the new tenants, their customers and
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their employees use only the allocated parking for the proposed project, either the
parking immediately on site or in the adjacent parking structure. As we know you are
aware, any proposed new development or redevelopment of existing property is legally
required to provide adequate on -site parking based on the uses that the property will
enjoy. Here, the redevelopment of the property in question is increasing the usable
commercial space by approximately 5,000 square feet and that one of the "solutions" for
parking is the utilization of an "off- site" adjacent parking structure that a reasonable
person might find to be somewhat inconvenient for the tenants, their patrons and their
employees of the proposed project. Our sole desire is to insure that the proposed
project meet its obligations for reasonable parking "on- site" for those individuals using
the development and that the proposed project not adversely impact parking at the
Manhattan Marketplace.
PROPOSED MITIGATION OF PROBABLE PARKING IMPACTS ON THE
MANHATTAN MARKETPLACE:
Eased on existing parking impacts at the Marketplace from surrounding
properties already utilizing our client's development as a "parking alternative" and a
review of the proposed project with its densification over the existing development as
well as the lack of adequate "on- site" parking, our client believes that certain mitigation
measures need to be put in place to protect their property from parking impacts from the
proposed project. The Manhattan Marketplace hereby requests that the City of El
Segundo put in place the following mitigation measures to ensure that there are no
adverse impacts on the Manhattan Marketplace by the proposed project at 2171 -2191
Rosecrans Avenue.
We propose the following mitigation:
The parking structure proposed for use by the project must be continually
a non -gated structure to make its use as inviting as possible for those
utilizing the businesses in the proposed development and be continually
available at no cost to anyone who desires to park within the structure.
2. A valet parking system (offered at no cost) should always be operated
during the day notwithstanding the proximity of the parking to the property.
3. Designated office parking should be required to use roof top parking.
4. All aspects of the planned 840 -880 Apollo office or other /commercial
improvements should be included in the current review /approval process.
5. Since multiple building /users are designated to utilize the parking
structure, Tenants in all buildings that are designated to utilize the parking
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structure with actual parking requirements that exceed the City Code
parking requirements should be precluded from leasing spaces in those
buildings.
6. Suitable parking signage must be required to ensure that all tenants,
patrons and employees park in the correct areas with specific warnings of
the consequences of improper off -site parking.
i. Parking restrictions must be imposed and enforced on all tenants (possibly
through restrictive parking clauses in the retail leases) ensuring that
employees and staff are required to park in the parking structure to insure
that the most convenient surface parking is available for patrons of the
proposed development.
B. The ingress and egress to the rooftop parking within the structure must be
redesigned in an efficient manner to promote easy access to and from the
retail /office property. A new stairway leading directly from the roof top to
the retail area must be required.
As you consider the final approval of this project, we seek your assistance to add
these straight forward requirements to any other appropriate conditions that the City of
El Segundo determines are necessary at this time.
Thank you in advance for your consideration of our proposed mitigation and
sensitivity to the concerns of the Manhattan Marketplace.
Very truly yours,
ruce M. Smiley, for`y `)
FREEMAN, FREEMA & SMILEY, LLP
cc: Mr. Andy Sywak (via email)
Mr. R. William Inserra
Ms. Cassandra H. M. Headrick
Mr. Eric Winquist
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FINAL INITIAL STUDY /MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION
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INITIAL STUDY /MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION
2171 - 2191 ROSECR.ANS AVENUE
(EA 1143, ZTA 16 -01, CUP 16 -01,
AUP 15 -01, ACJ 16 -04 AND MISC 15 -05)
LEAD AGENCY:
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO
Planning and Building Safety Department
350 Main Street
El Segundo, California 90245
Contacts: Mr. Eduardo Schonborn, AICP
Mr. Paul Samaras
310.524.2380
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INITIAL STUDY
1. Project Title ...... ...............................................................-........................................ ..............................1
2. Lead Agency Name / Address ................................................................................ ..............................1
3. Contact Person and Phone Number ................................................................... ..............................1
4. Project Location ....................................................................................................... ..............................1
5. Project Sponsor's Name and Address .................................................................. ..............................1
6. General Plan Designation ........ ............................... ...... .............................. ..............................2
7. Zoning ......................................................................................................................... ..............................2
8. Proposed Project Description ................................................................................ ..............................2
9. Surrounding Land Uses and Setting .. ............................... . ............................ ..............................4
10. Required Approvals ............................................................................................... ..............................4
11. Other Public Agencies Whose Approval is Required ...................................... ..............................5
12. References .............................................................................................................. ..............................5
Environmental Factors Potentially Affected ........................................................... .............................14
Determination.............................................................................................................. .............................15
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS POTENTIALLY AFFECTED
1. Land Use and Planning ..................... ..........,................................................. .............................16
2. Population and Housing ......................... ............................................................. ,.......................... ...18
3. Geology and Soils ................................................................................................... .............................19
4. Hydrology and Water Quality ............................................................................... .............................23
5. Air Quality ................................................................................................................. .............................28
6. Transportation/ Traffic... ...............................................................,........................... .............................39
7. Biological Resources ............................................................................................... .............................45
8. Mineral Resources ... ................................................................................................ ............,................47
9. Hazards and Hazardous Materials ....................................................................... .............................48
10. Noise ........................................................................................................................ .............................52
11. Public Services ....................................................................................................... .............................58
12. Utilities and Service Systems ........................................ ........................ .......- .... . ............................ .60
13. Agriculture and Forest Resources ...................................................................... .............................64
14. Aesthetics ............................................................................................................... .............................66
15. Cultural Resources ................................................................................................ .............................69
16. Recreation ......... .............................................................................................................................
71
17. Greenhouse Gas Emissions ....... ........................................................................................................
72
18. Mandatory Findings of Significance .................................................................. .............................82
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LIST OF FIGURES
Figure1. Regional Context ......................................................................................... ..............................8
Figure2: Local Context ............................................................................................... ..............................9
Figure 3: Aerial Photograph of Project Site ............................................................. .............................10
Figure 4: Existing Site Photos ...... ...............................
Figure5: Proposed Site Plan ...................................................................................... .............................12
Figure 6: Proposed Building Elevations .................................................................... .............................13
LIST OF TABLES
Table1, Project Summary ........................................................................................... ..............................3
Table 2, Health Effects Associated with Criterio Polluants ................................... .............................29
Table 3, SCAQMD Air Quality Significance Thresholds ......................................... .............................30
Table 4, SCAQMD LSTs for Construction ( SRA3) ................ ............................... ........31
Table 5, Maximum Daily Regional Construction Emissions .................................. ............,............,...33
Table 6, Net Maximum Daily Regional Operational Phase Emissions ................ .............................34
Table 7, Maximum Daily Onsite Localized Construction Emissions .................... .............................37
Table8, Project Trip Generation Estimates ............................................................. .............................40
Table 9, Existing, and Existing Plus Project Intersection Conditions .................... .............................42
Table 10, Cumulative, and Cumulative Plus Project Intersection Conditions . .............................43
Table 11, Exterior and Interior Compatibility Standards ....................................... .............................53
Table 12, Typical Outdoor Construction Noise Levels... ...... __ .................. ................................ ......
55
Table 13, Typical Vibration Levels for Construction Equipment ......................... .............................56
Table 14, City of El Segundo Solid Waste Disposal-2014... .... ___ .......... - ...... ......... __ ........
62
Table 15, Net Operational Phase GHG Emissions .................................................. .............................74
Table 16, Project Consistency with Applicable Climate Action Team Greenhouse Gas
ReductionsStrategies ................................................................................................. .............................76
Table 17, Project Consistency with Applicable Attorney General Greenhouse Gas Reduction
Measures....................................................................................................................... .............................80
APPENDICES
A. Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Technical Study Traffic Impact Analysis
B. Geotechnical Report
C. SWPPP
D. Traffic Impact Analysis Report
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INITIAL STUDY
1. Project Title:
2171 -2191 Rosecrans Avenue Project
2. Lead Agency Name /Address:
City of El Segundo
350 Main Street
El Segundo, CA 90245
3. Contact Person and Phone Number:
Eduardo Schonborn, AICP, Contract Senior Planner
(310) 524 -2312
4. Project Location:
The project site is located in the southeast quadrant of the City of El Segundo, in the County
of Los Angeles. Specifically, the site is located at 2171 Rosecrans Avenue, along the north
side of Rosecrans between Apollo Street (on the west) and Continental Way (on the east).
In greater context, the project site is located two miles south of Los Angeles International
Airport (LAX), and approximately 18 miles southwest of Downtown Los Angeles. Regional
access to the site is provided via the San Diego Freeway (Interstate 405) located
approximately 1.5 mile to the east and Interstate 105 located approximately 1.5 miles to the
north.
Assessor's Parcel Number: 4138 -011 -021
Lot Size: Approximately 67,083 square feet, or ±1.54 acres
Figures: Figure 1 shows the location of the project site in the region, and Figure 2 shows the
project site in its local context. Figure 3 is an aerial of the project site.
Site Description: The project site is a ±1.54 -acre rectangular shaped parcel of land that is
currently developed with an 8,195 square foot, one -story full- service restaurant building
(currently named "Cozymel's Mexican Grill ") and a surface parking lot that provides a total
of 116 parking spaces onsite. Access to the project site is provided via two driveways, one
along Apollo Street and another along Continental Way (a private street). Figure 4 presents
photos of the project site in its existing condition.
5. Project Sponsor's Name and Address:
Continental Development Corporation
Attn: Toni Reina
2041 Rosecrans Avenue, Suite 200
El Segundo, CA 90245
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6. General Plan Designation:
Commercial, Urban Mixed Use South
7. Zoning:
Urban Mixed Use South (MU -S)
8. Proposed Project Description:
Continental Development Corporation (the "Applicant ") owns several properties in the
Urban Mixed -Use South (MU -S) Zone in the City of El Segundo. These properties comprise the
Continental Park office and retail /entertainment campus. The Applicant is proposing
redevelopment of its Continental Park property located at 2171 Rosecrans Avenue, which
would include demolishing an existing restaurant and constructing three restaurants with
outdoor seating /dining areas, and a new bank building. The applicant is requesting
approval of Environmental Assessment (EA) No. 1143, Zone Text Amendment (ZTA) No. 16 -01,
Conditional Use Permit (CUP) No. CUP 16 -01, Master Administrative Use Permit (AUP) No. 16-
01, Adjustment (ADJ) No. 16 -04, and Off -Site Parking Covenant No. MISC 16 -05.
The proposed project consists of demolishing the existing 8,195 square foot (gross) restaurant
building, and constructing three new buildings totaling 13,570 square feet (gross) in area and
associated parking. The project would result in a net increase of 5,375 square feet (gross) in
floor area. The three proposed buildings consist of the following:
• Building A: a new 4,060 square foot building to accommodate a full service restaurant
with ABC Type 47 license for on -site alcohol sales and consumption, and 1,500 square
feet of covered outdoor dining area.
Building B: a new 6,500 square foot building to accommodate two restaurant uses (fast -
food or full- service) each with ABC Type 47 license for on -site alcohol sales and
consumption or ABC Type 41 license for on -site beer and wine, and 2,200 square feet of
total covered outdoor dining area for the two restaurants.
Building C: a new 3,010 square foot building to accommodate a new bank.
• A total of 87 parking spaces will be provided on site, along with two loading spaces to
serve the restaurant buildings.
Table 1 on the following page provides a summary of the project components.
Access and Parking
Access to the site will be provided via the two existing driveways, one along Apollo Street
and another along Continental Way. A new ingress /egress driveway will be installed along
Continental Way to facilitate vehicular access to the site, and to facilitate onsite vehicular
circulation, resulting in three driveways to the site.
Based upon the floor areas of the proposed uses and buildings, the project requires a total of
177 parking spaces. A total of 87 parking spaces will be provided on site, resulting in a
deficiency of 90 spaces on site. To address the onsite parking deficiency, the project
includes utilizing an existing multi -level parking structure at 860 Apollo Street, immediately
north of the project site to provide the 90 spaces through an off -site parking covenant. The
parking structure is owned by the Applicant.
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Project Summary
Building Areas
Building A (full- service restaurant) 4,060 sf
Building B (fast -food or full- service
restaurant)
restaurant space b -1
restaurant space b -2
3,140 sf
3,360 sf
Building C (bank)
3,010 sf
Totqlj
13,570 sf
Outdoor Dining Areas
Building A
1,500 sf
Building B
2,200 sf
Building C
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Total
3,700 sf
Parking Stalls
Standard (8'6 "x18')
59 stalls
Compact (8'6 "X15')
20 stalls
Accessible (9'x18')
8 stalls
Total
87 stalls
(plus, 90 stalls provided off -site on
adjacent property through parking
covenant)
Loading Spaces
Small Truck (12'X25')
At Building A
In Front of Building B
1 space
1 space
Total
2 spaces
Bicycle Parking
Between Buildings A and B
4 stalls
Between Buildings B and C
8 stalls
Total
12 stalls
Figure 5 provides a site plan of the proposed project, and Figure 6 are elevations of the
proposed buildings.
Construction Activities
Construction of the proposed project is anticipated to be done in one development phase.
Construction would start in 2016, and would occur over approximately nine months.
Grading would consist of approximately 3,350 cubic yards, consisting of export. Consistent
with the City's Noise Ordinance, construction would occur Monday through Saturday
between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
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Discretionary Entitlement ArxAcations
The project includes discretionary approval for a Zone Text Amendment for properties in the
Mixed -Use South (MU -S) Zone, Conditional Use Permit, Master Administrative Use Permit, an
Administrative Adjustment, and an Off -Site Parking Covenant. The Zone Text Amendment
includes amending several sections of the El Segundo Municipal Code. Specifically, amend
Section 15 -15 -5 (Parking Area Development Standards) to allow onsite parking to encroach
into interior side yard and rear yard setback areas in the MU -S Zone; amend Section 15 -2 -7
(Open Space Areas and Encroachments) to allow outdoor dining areas and outdoor
gathering areas to be located up to 5 -feet from a property line in the MU -S Zone; and
amend Section 15 -5F -8 (Site Development Standards) to modify the front and side yard
setback requirements for buildings in the MU -S zone.
The Master Conditional Use Permit includes a request for outdoor dining associated with the
proposed restaurant buildings, which cumulatively exceed 200 square feet. A total of 3,700
square feet would be provided and distributed for the proposed restaurants.
The Master Administrative Use Permit is for the onsite sale and consumption of alcohol at the
proposed restaurants. Specifically, Building A would maintain an ABC Type 47 license for on-
site alcohol sales and consumption of alcohol; Users for restaurant spaces B and C are
currently unknown. The Master Administrative Use Permit would allow the user to maintain
ABC Type 41 licenses for on -site sales and consumption of beer and wine or ABC Type 47
licenses for on -site alcohol sales and consumption of alcohol.
The Administrative Adjustment is to allow one of the two required loading spaces to be
located along the parking lot drive aisle, rather than to the side or rear of the building.
The Off -Site Parking Covenant is to allow 90 of the 177 required parking stalls to be located
off -site, in a parking structure located on the abutting property to the north of the project
site, which is owned by the Applicant.
9. Surrounding Land Uses and Setting:
The surrounding areas are built out, and include the following land uses:
North: A parking structure on the abutting parcel to the north, owned by the applicant
East: A high tech design and manufacturer of performance wire, cable and
interconnect systems.
South: A commercial shopping center known as the Manhattan Marketplace, located
in the City of Manhattan Beach.
West: A six -story building, consisting of restaurant, office and bank uses.
Figure 3 presents an aerial photograph of the project site and the surrounding land uses.
10. Required Approvals:
The City as Lead Agency for the Project has discretionary authority over the Project proposal.
To implement this Project, the following entitlements are required for the proposed
development:
Zone Text Amendment,
Conditional Use Permit,
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Master Administrative Use Permit,
Administrative Adjustment, and,
Off -Site Parking Covenant.
11. Other Public Agencies Whose Approval is Required (e.g., permits, financing
approval, or particular agreement):
The City of El Segundo is the lead agency with responsibility for approving the proposed
project. At this time, no discretionary public agency approvals are known to be required for
the project, other than those required by the City of El Segundo as noted above in section
10.
12. References
The documents listed below are incorporated into this document by reference and are
available for review in the Planning and Building Safety Department of the City of El Segundo,
which is located in City Hall at 350 Main Street, El Segundo, CA 90245, or as shown in the
reference.
Amec Foster Wheeler Environment & Infrastructure, Inc. Report of Geotechnical Investigation
[for] Proposed Retail Development. December 2, 2015. Project 4953 -15 -0334
CalRecycle (California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery). 2014. Jurisdiction
Disposal by Facility. Accessed May 19, 2016.
http:// www .calrecycle.ca.gov /LGCentral/ Reports /DRS /Destination /JurDspFa.aspx.
CEMA (California Emergency Management Agency). 2014. Hazard Mitigation web portal.
htto ; / /mvoian.colena.ca.aov /. Accessed May 19, 2016.
CGS (California Geological Survey). 1999. Seismic Hazards Zone Map, Venice Quadrangle.
httr): // www. auake. ca. qov/ giiiaas /WH/`re(4ula.forviiiaias.hlrn. Accessed May 1 1, 2016.
CGS. 2008. Earthquake Shaking Potential for California.
filto .,// www. consrv, ca. gavlcaslinfoiniationj oublicationslms /Documeiits /MS48 revised.
r)df•
DOF (California Department of Finance). 2015. Table E -1 City /County /State Population Estimates,
1/ 112016. htto :l /www.dof.co. clew /i,esearch /deniociraphicl. Accessed May 12, 2016.
DTSC (California Department of Toxic Substances Control). 2014. Envirostor database.
htto: // www. envirostor .dtsc.cca.govjpublic /. Accessed May 12, 2016.
El Segundo, City of. 1992. General Plan.
httip: / /www.elsegundo.ora/ der) ts/ planningsafety /plarzr7 inalaeneral Qlan /detault.asp.
EI Segundo, City of. 1992. General Plan Land Use Map.
htfp:/ Jwww. elsegundo_ orcilcivicox/ filebank /bl+obdload.asr)x ?BloblD =7550
El Segundo, City of. n.d. El Segundo Municipal Code.
http://www.sIerlingcodifiei's.com/codebook/`itidex.php?book id=587
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El Segundo, City of El Segundo SEMS Emergency Operations Plan Executive Summary.
hitp: / /www.elsegundo. orei/ civicax /filebank /blobdload.asr)x ?blobid =3103. Accessed
May 12, 2016.
El Segundo, City of. n.d. El Segundo Zoning Map.
hti p: / /www.elsecitir)do.orr3 /civicax/ filebcink /blobcllocrd.cispx ?BloblD =12414
Fehr and Peers. Traffic Impact Analysis for 2171 Rosecrans Avenue. May 2016. Ref. LA16 -2831.
FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency). 2008. Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) No.
06037C1 920F.
FTA (Federal Transit Administration). htt s: wvvw.Iransit.dot. ov re ulations -arzd-
auidance /environmental- €)rocirams /noise- and - vibration. Accessed May 17, 2016
KPFF Consulting Engineers. Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan for 2171 Rosecrans Ave.
December 2015.
Los Angeles County Airport Land Use Plan. 2004
h_tt tannin .lacount ov assets u I data d ndu f. Accessed May 12, 2016.
Los Angeles County Congestion Management Program.
htti2s,/Zwww.meti,o.net/ot-oiects/congestion _rrlgntpg_rrpl. Accessed June 1, 2016.
Los Angeles County Metro. }raps : /Zwww,rr Fstr�_ .t)ei #. Accessed June 1, 2016
Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County Website, Joint Water Pollution Control Plant,
http: / /www.lacsd.org/ wastewater/ wwfacilities /jwpcp /default.asp, Accessed on May 16,
2016.
SCAQMD (South Coast Air Quality Management District). 1993. CEQA Air Quality Handbook.
SCAQMD. 2008. Final Localized Significance Threshold Methodology.
htti:): 1/ www. aaind .cAov /k- ion?e /reaulations /cecia /air- .civality -ai c.ilvsis- handbook /iocalized-
significance- thresholds #anrac. Accessed May 26, 2016
SCAQMD. 2009. Localized Significance Threshold Appendix C - Mass Rate LST Look -Up Tables.
http / /www.ogrtid.gov /cc�-aa /handbook /LST /LST.Iitri�l. Accessed May 26, 2016
SCAQMD. 2012. 2012 Air Quality Management Plan.
http:// www. agmd .gov /agmp /20]2agmp /index.htm. Accessed May 26, 2016
State of California, Department of Transportation Website.
http:l/www.dot.ca govlhglLandArchJi 6 livabilitylscenic tic hways /inclex.htm.
Accessed May 16, 2016.
State of California, Department of Conservation, Los Angeles County Tsunami Inundation Maps,
httr):I/www.guake.cci.gov/gmaps/tsuriomi/tsunan-ii ma s.htm, Accessed May 17, 2016.
State of California Regional Water Quality Control Board, Los Angeles Region Website,
http:llwww,woterboards.ca.gov, Accessed May 16, 2016.
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SWRCB (State Water Resources Control Board). 2014. GeoTracker Database.
httl? .- /Zgeot rack er.waterbomds.cca._ ovl. Accessed May 12, 2016.
WRD (Water Replenishment District of Southern California). 2014. Interactive Well Search.
http:llgis.wrd.org / wrdmaolindex.asr). Accessed May 18, 2016.
West Basin Municipal Water District. SC (California Water Services Company),
httr): / /www_westbasin.org /. Accessed May 18, 2016.
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ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS POTENTIALLY AFFECTED:
The environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by this project,
involving at least one impact that is a 'Potentially Significant Impact" as indicated by the
checklist on the following pages.
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Land Use and Planning
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Biological Resources
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Agriculture and Forest Resources
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Population and Housing
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Materials
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Mandatory Findings of
Systems
Significance
EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS:
1) A brief explanation is required for all answers except "No Impact" answers that are
adequately supported by the information sources a lead agency cites in the parentheses
following each question. A "No Impact" answer is adequately supported if the referenced
information sources show that the impact simply does not apply to projects like the one
involved (e.g., the project falls outside a fault rupture zone). A "No Impact" answer should
be explained where it is based on project- specific factors as well as general standards (e.g.,
the project will not expose sensitive receptors to pollutants, based on a project- specific
screening analysis).
2) All answers must take account of the whole action involved, including off -site as well as on-
site, cumulative as well as project - level, indirect as well as direct, and construction as well as
operational impacts.
3) "Potentially Significant Impact" is appropriate if there is substantial evidence that an effect is
significant. If there are one or more "Potentially Significant Impact" entries when the
determination is made, an EIR is required.
4) "Potentially Significant Unless Mitigation Incorporated" applies where the incorporation of
mitigation measures has reduced an effect from "Potentially Significant Impact" to a "Less
Than Significant Impact." The lead agency must describe the mitigation measures and briefly
explain how they reduce the effect to a less than significant level (mitigation measures from
Section 17, Earlier Analysis, may be cross - referenced).
5) Earlier analysis may be used where, pursuant to the tiering, program EIR, or other CEQA
process, an effect has been adequately analyzed in an earlier EIR or negative declaration,
Section 15063(c)(3)(D). Earlier analyses are discussed in Section 19, at the end of the
checklist, if utilized.
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DETERMINATION:
On the basis of this initial evaluation:
❑ I find that the project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment, and a
NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
® 1 find that, although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the
environment, there will not be a significant effect in this case because the mitigation
measures described on an attached sheet have been added to the project. A MITIGATED
NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
❑ I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required.
❑ I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect(s) on the environment, but at
least one effect (1) has been adequately analyzed in an earlier document pursuant to
applicable legal standards, and (2) has been addressed by mitigation measures based on
earlier analysis as described on attached sheets, if the effect is a "potentially significant
impact" or "potentially significant unless mitigated." An ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is
required but must analyze only the effects that remain to be addressed.
❑ I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the
environment, there WILL NOT be a significant effect in this case because all potentially
significant effect (a) have been analyzed adequately in an earlier FIR pursuant to
applicable standards, and (b) have been avoided or mitigated pursuant to that earlier FIR,
including revisions or mitigation measures that are imposed on the proposed project.
Signature:
Printed Name: Sam Lee
Title:
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1. LAND USE AND PLANNING
Would the project:
Potentially
Significant
Less Than
Significant With
less Than
Significant
No
Impact
p
Mitigation
Impact
p
Impact
Incorporated
a. Physically divide an established community?
X
b. Conflict with any applicable land use plan,
policy, or regulation of an agency with
jurisdiction over the project (including, but not
limited to the general plan, specific plan,
X
local coastal program, or zoning ordinance)
adopted for the purpose of avoiding or
mitigating an environmental effect?
c. Conflict with any applicable habitat
conservation plan or natural community
X
conservation plan?
Explanation of Checklist Judgments
1.a) The Project site is bounded by commercial, retail, office and institutional uses, within a
developed area of the City. In its existing condition, the project site is developed with an
8,195 square foof full- service restaurant building, which operates as Cozymel's Mexican
Grill. The project involves redeveloping the site with 3 buildings that would
accommodate a smaller full- service restaurant, two fast -food restaurants and a bank.
Further, the project site is designated and zoned as Commercial and Urban Mixed Use -
South in the City's General Plan and Zoning Ordinance, respectively, and no general
plan amendment or zone change is required for project implementation. Due to the
built -out nature of the surrounding area and the project site, and since all proposed
improvements would occur within the property limits, Project implementation would not
physically divide an established community. Thus, no impact would occur.
1.16) Development of the proposed project would not conflict with the environmental plans or
policies of the City or other agencies. No changes are proposed to the land use
designation of the area and the subject site, and the project would offer additional
services and uses. The development, as proposed, does not comply with the current
development standards of the City's Zoning Code; specifically, the standards that
regulate encroachments of onsite parking into interior side yard and rear yard setback
areas in the MU -S Zone, setbacks requirements for outdoor dining areas and outdoor
gathering areas, and front and side yard setback requirements for buildings in the MU -S
zone. However, the proposed project includes a Zone Text Amendment that would
modify the development standards and result in a project that complies with the City's
Zoning Code. The proposed amendments are not found to be inconsistent with the
goals and policies of the City's General Plan, the underlying zoning and land use
designations. Further, the City has determined that the amendments would continue to
facilitate and expand the commercial opportunities in the MU -S zoning district. As such,
there would be a less than significant impact.
1.c) There is presently no adopted Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP), Natural Community
Conservation Plan (NCCP), or other approved local, regional, or state habitat
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conservation plan in the City. Implementation of the proposed project would not
interfere with any current local, regional, or State HCPs or NCCPs. Further, the project site
is currently developed with a restaurant use and no agricultural operations or community
gardens are conducted on the project site. Therefore, Project implementation would not
conflict with any local policies or ordinances relating to habitat or natural community
conservation. Therefore, no Impact would occur.
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2. POPULATION AND HOUSING
Would the Project.,
Potentlaly
Significant
Less Than
Significant With
Less Than
Significant
No
Impact
p
Mitigation
Impact
p
Impact
Incorporated
a. Induce substantial population growth in an
area, either directly (for example, by
proposing new homes and businesses) or
X
indirectly (for example, through extension of
roads or other infrastructure) ?
b. Displace substantial numbers of existing
housing, necessitating the construction of
X
replacement housing elsewhere?
c. Displace substantial numbers of people,
necessitating the construction of
X
replacement housing elsewhere?
Explanation of Checklist Judgments
2.a) A project could induce population growth in an area, either directly (through
development of new homes and /or businesses) or indirectly (through extension of roads
or other infrastructure). No residential uses would be developed as part of the Project.
Therefore, the Project would not induce direct population growth in the City through new
housing development, nor indirectly since the project site and surrounding areas are
developed with urban uses and infrastructure is already in place.
The proposed project involves demolition of an existing 8,195 square foot restaurant, and
constructing three restaurants with outdoor seating /dining areas, and a new bank
building totaling 13,570 square feet in area, and associated parking. Due to the
proposed increase in square footage and uses on the site, the proposed project would
generate an increase in the number of employees. However, since the project would
result in a net increase in size (5,375 square feet), it is anticipated that the increase in
employees would be negligible and would not serve to induce significant population
growth either locally or regionally. As such, there would be a less than significant impact.
2.d -c) There is no existing housing on the project site, and project implementation would not
displace any housing or persons. Thus, the project would not necessitate the
construction of replacement housing elsewhere. As such, there would be no impact.
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3. GEOLOGY AND SOILS
This section is based, in part, on the Report of Geotechnical Investigation [for] Proposed Retail
Development, (Amec Foster Wheeler Environment & Infrastructure, Inc., December 2, 2015),
which is included as Appendix B.
Explanation of Checklist Judgments
3.a.1) The Alquist- Priolo Earthquake Fault Zoning Act was passed in 1972 to mitigate the hazard
of surface faulting to structures for human occupancy. The Act's main purpose is to
prevent the construction of buildings used for human occupancy on the surface trace of
active faults. The Act requires the State Geologist to establish regulatory zones, known as
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Potentially
less Than
Less Than
Would the project.,
Significant
Signiflcant Wflh
Slgnfflcant
No
Impact
Millgatlon
Impact
Impact
Incorporated
a- Expose people or structures to potential
substantial adverse effects, including the risk
of loss, injury, or death involving:
1) Rupture of a known earthquake fault, as
delineated on the most recent Alquist-
Priolo Earthquake Fault Zoning Map
issued by the State Geologist for the area
X
or based on other substantial evidence
of a known fault? Refer to Division of
Mines and Geology Special Publication
42.
2) Strong seismic ground shaking?
X
3) Seismic - related ground failure, including
X
liquefaction?
4) Landslides?
X
b. Result in substantial soil erosion or the loss of
X
topsoil?
c. Be located on a geologic unit or soil that is
unstable, or that would become unstable as
a result of the project, and potentially result in
X
on -or off -site landslide, lateral spreading,
subsidence, liquefaction or collapse?
d. Be located on expansive soil, as defined in
Table 18 -1 -B of the California Building Code
X
(2004), creating substantial risks to life or
property?
e. Have soils incapable of adequately
supporting the use of septic tanks or
alternative waste water disposal systems
X
where sewers are not available for the
disposal of waste water?
This section is based, in part, on the Report of Geotechnical Investigation [for] Proposed Retail
Development, (Amec Foster Wheeler Environment & Infrastructure, Inc., December 2, 2015),
which is included as Appendix B.
Explanation of Checklist Judgments
3.a.1) The Alquist- Priolo Earthquake Fault Zoning Act was passed in 1972 to mitigate the hazard
of surface faulting to structures for human occupancy. The Act's main purpose is to
prevent the construction of buildings used for human occupancy on the surface trace of
active faults. The Act requires the State Geologist to establish regulatory zones, known as
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"Alquist Priolo (AP) Earthquake Fault Zones," around the surface traces of active faults
and to issue appropriate maps. If an active fault is found, a structure for human
occupancy cannot be placed over the trace of the fault and must be set back from the
fault (typically 50 feet). Alquist - Priolo Zone Special Studies Act defines active faults as
those that have experienced surface displacement or movement during the last 11,000
years. According to the project's geotechnical report, the project site is not affected by
a State - designated AP Earthquake Fault Zone. Accordingly, no active faults are known
to traverse the project site and the project site is not located within or immediately
adjacent to the Alquist - Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone. Therefore, Project implementation
would not expose people or structures to potential substantial adverse effects involving
rupture of a known earthquake fault. As such, the proposed project would have no
impact related to the rupture of a known earthquake fault.
3.a.ii) As with most locations in Southern California, the project site is susceptible to ground
shaking emanating from causative faults during an earthquake. The two faults located
nearest the City are the Palos Verdes and Newport- Inglewood Faults. According to
General Plan EIR Table 4.1 -1, Maximum Credible Earthquake for Selected Southern
California Faults, the maximum credible earthquakes along the Palos Verdes and
Newport - Inglewood Faults would register 7.0 on the Richter scale. Although located
approximately 45 miles northeast of the City, the maximum credible earthquake along
the San Andreas Fault, the dominant active fault in California, would register 8.25 on the
Richter scale. Seismic activity along these faults, or on any other of the numerous faults in
the Southern California area would cause seismic ground shaking in the city, and
consequently would be considered during project design.
Numerous controls would be imposed on the project through the permitting process. In
general, the City regulates development (and reduces potential seismic and geologic
impacts) under the requirements of the 2010 California Building Code (CBC), the Alquist -
Priolo Earthquake Fault Zoning Act, local land use policies and ESMC standards, and
project specific mitigation measures. As a result, the effects of ground shaking would be
sufficiently mitigated for the project since the structures would be designed and
constructed in compliance with current building codes and engineering standards.
Compliance with the CBC and ESMC would ensure that Project implementation would
result in a less than significant impact regarding the exposure of people or structures to
potential substantial adverse effects involving strong seismic ground shaking. As such,
impacts would be less than significant.
3.a.iii) Liquefaction is a phenomenon in which saturated silt and cohesionless soil below the
groundwater table are subject to a temporary loss of strength due to the buildup of
excess pore pressure during cyclic stresses induced by an earthquake. These soils may
acquire a high degree of mobility and lead to structurally damaging deformations.
Liquefaction begins below the water table, but after liquefaction has developed, the
groundwater table will rise and cause the overlying soil to mobilize. Liquefaction typically
occurs in areas where groundwater is less than 30 feet from the surface and where the
soils are composed of poorly consolidated fine- to medium - grained sand. In addition to
the necessary soil conditions, the ground acceleration and duration of the earthquake
must also be of a sufficient level to initiate liquefaction. According to the Department of
Conservation Division of Mines and Geology Seismic Hazard Zones Map, the project site is
not within a liquefaction hazard zone as shown on the seismic hazard zone maps for the
city (California Geological Survey 1999). Further, according to the geotechnical report,
groundwater is anticipated to be deeper than 50 feet below ground surface and the
relatively dense soils are not susceptible to liquefaction. Lastly, as indicated above,
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numerous controls would be imposed on the project through the permitting process to
reduce potential impacts (including geologic impacts) under the requirements of the
2010 California Building Code (CBC). Therefore, project implementation is not
anticipated to result in the exposure of people or structures to potential impacts related
to seismic ground failure or liquefaction. As such, impacts would be less than significant.
3.a.iv) According to the seismic hazard zone maps for the city (California Geological Survey
1999), the project site is not located within a landslide hazard area. The project site is
characterized by relatively flat topography. No unusual geographic features exist on the
site or in its vicinity, and thus, the site does not have the potential to slide, or experience
sliding from adjacent areas. Therefore, Project implementation would not expose people
or structures to landslides. Thus, no impact would occur.
3.b) Project implementation would result in ground- disrupting activities such as excavation
and trenching for foundations and utilities; soil compaction and site grading; and the
erection of a new structures. During construction of the proposed project, the soils on-
site may become exposed for a limited time, allowing for possible erosion. However, the
project is required to comply with existing regulations that reduce erosion potential and
would be required to comply with all requirements set forth in the National Pollutant
Discharge Elimination System ( NPDES) permit for construction activities and the regulatory
requirements contained in ESMC Chapter 5 -4 -9. In accordance with the NPDES
permitting process requirements, the applicant has prepared a stormwater pollution
prevention plan ( SWPPP) to be administered throughout project construction. As part of
the permitting process, the SWPPP will be submitted for review and approval by the City's
Building Safety Division prior to issuance of a building or grading permit.
Further, the proposed project is required to comply with South Coast Air Quality
Management District (SCAQMD) Rule 403, which would reduce the potential for wind
erosion by requiring the implementation of dust control measures during construction.
Thus, the potential to increase erosion during any construction activity would be
effectively mitigated through the required compliance activities. Operation of the
proposed project would not cause wind or water erosion or the loss of topsoil. Thus,
impacts would be less than significant.
3.c) The project site is level and there are no hillsides onsite or in the abutting areas. Further,
the project site is not located on a cliff, mountainside, bluff, or other geographic feature
with stability concerns. The site is not susceptible to liquefaction, landslide, subsidence, or
collapse. Therefore, the proposed project would have no impact related to unstable
geologic units or soils.
3.d) The project site is currently developed and has already been subject to extensive
disruption, and may contain artificial fill materials. The effects of expansive soils, if any,
would be sufficiently mitigated for the project, since the structures would be designed
and constructed in conformance with the CBC, ESMC, and engineering standards. Thus,
modern engineering practices and compliance with established building standards,
including the California Building Code, would reduce any potential impacts to a less
than significant level.
3.e) No septic tanks or alternative wastewater disposal systems are proposed as part of the
implementation of the proposed development. Since the project site is currently
developed, sewer and wastewater infrastructure are currently in place. Further, the site is
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connected to the public sewer system. Thus, no Impact would occur with regards to
sewers or alternative wastewater disposal systems.
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4. HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY
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Potentially
less Than
less Than
Would the project:
Significant
Significant With
Significant
No
Impact
p
Mitigation
Impact
p
Impact
Incorporated
a. Violate any water quality standards or waste
X
discharge requirements?
b. Substantially deplete groundwater supplies or
interfere substantially with groundwater
recharge such that there would be a net
deficit in aquifer volume or a lowering of the
local groundwater table level (e.g., the
X
production rate of pre- existing nearby wells
would drop to a level which would not
support existing land uses or planned uses for
which permits have been granted)?
c. Substantially alter the existing drainage
pattern of the site or area, including through
the alteration of the course of stream or river,
X
in a manner which would result in substantial
erosion or siltation on- or off -site?
d. Substantially alter the existing drainage
pattern of the site or area, including through
the alteration of the course of a stream or
X
river, or substantially increase the rate or
amount of surface runoff in a manner which
would result in flooding on- or off -site?
e. Create or contribute runoff water which
would exceed the capacity of existing or
planned storm water drainage systems or
X
provide substantial additional sources of
polluted runoff?
f. Otherwise substantially degrade water
X
quality?
g. Place housing within a 100 -year flood hazard
area as mapped on a federal Flood Hazard
X
Boundary or Flood Insurance Rate Map or
other flood hazard delineation map?
h. Place within a 100 -year flood hazard area
structures which would impede or redirect
X
flood flows?
L Expose people or structures to a significant
risk of loss, injury or death involving flooding,
X
including flooding as a result of the failure of
a levee or dam?
j. Inundation by seiche, tsunami, or mudflow?
X
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Explanation of Checklist Judgments
4.a, c, f) Section 402 of the federal Clean Water Act requires National Pollutant Discharge
Elimination System ( NPDES) permits for stormwater discharges from storm drain systems to
waters of the United States.] The City of El Segundo is a co- permittee in the Los Angeles
County storm drain system permit or "municipal permit" (Order No. R4- 2012 -0175; NPDES
No. CAS004001 ), which was adopted November 8, 2012 and amended June 16, 2015 by
the State Water Board (WQ2015- 0075).
As a special provision, the Los Angeles County Municipal Permit requires permittees to
maintain and implement a Standard Urban Stormwater Mitigation Plan ( SUSMP).
Development and redevelopment activities that are deemed "priority" projects (based
on the type and scale of the project) are further required to develop and implement
project- specific SUSMPs or Urban Stormwater Mitigation Plans that identify the specific
design features and best management practices (BMPs) that will be implemented for the
project and are applicable to the project.
Implementation of the proposed project would be subject to the requirements of the
Municipal NPDES Permit (implemented through the SUSMP) and the City's Municipal
Code. Both the Municipal Code and the SUSMP require application of erosion and
sedimentation control BMPs during construction for proper water quality management.
Erosion control BMPs are designed to prevent erosion, whereas sediment controls are
designed to trap sediment once it has been mobilized. BMPs will be specifically identified
in the project - specific Wet Weather Erosion Control Plan and designed to prevent erosion
and construction pollutants from entering the City's storm drain and receiving waters. By
requiring implementation of a Wet Weather Erosion Control Plan and implementation of
BMPs during construction activities, the City is ensuring that these activities would not
violate standards or degrade water quality. As part of its normal project approval and
construction oversight activities, the City of El Segundo monitors compliance with these
requirements.
The Los Angeles County Municipal Permit also requires that stormwater pollution
prevention plans (SWPPPs) be prepared for all construction projects with disturbed areas
of 1 acre or greater. The statewide NPDES construction permit maintained by the State
Water Resources Control Board also requires a SWPPP for construction projects that
involve 1 or more acres of land disturbance. The SWPPP is required to outline the best
management practices that will be incorporated during construction. These BMPs will
minimize construction - induced water pollutants by controlling erosion and sediment,
establishing waste handling /disposal requirements, and providing non - stormwater
management procedures.
In addition to Section 402, Section 303 of the Clean Water Act requires states to
designate uses for all bodies within state boundaries (intrastate waters) and to establish
water quality criteria for those water bodies. Those water bodies that do not satisfy the
water quality criteria for their designated uses are identified as impaired. In order to
improve the quality of impaired water bodies and thus achieve the water quality criteria,
the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requires states to establish Total Maximum
Daily Load (TMDL) standards that apply to tributary sources for impaired water bodies.
1 Storm drainage systems are described as Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems (MS4s) and include streets, gutters, conduits,
natural or artificial drains, channels, and watercourses or other facilities that are owned, operated, maintained, or controlled by a
permittee and used for purposes of collecting, storing, transporting, or disposing of storm water.
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Although the proposed project may result in some alteration of existing drainage
patterns, stormwater would continue to be directed toward Apollo Street, and the storm
drain system that serves the current project site will remain. The drainage systems
connect to local pump stations, and water not retained onsite would be treated prior to
entering the storm drain system, which would continue to end up in the Dominguez
Channel and discharge to either Santa Monica Bay or San Pedro Bay.
Both construction and operation activities associated with the project could generate
additional water pollutants that could adversely affect stormwater quality and the water
quality downstream. Construction - related activities can release sediments from exposed
soils into local storm drains. In addition, construction waste materials such as chemicals,
liquid products, and petroleum products may make their way into local storm drains.
However, as indicated above and as required by Mitigation Measure HYD -1, the project
would be subject to the requirements of the Municipal NPDES Permit and the City's
Municipal Code. Pursuant to these requirements, best management practices (BMPs)
would be instituted to effectively offset these potential sources of water pollution.
Operationally, stormwater or urban runoff from the developed project site could collect
sediment, trash, metals, and oils as it flows through the site's parking lot and other site
surfaces. These potential post- construction pollutants would be addressed through
treatment control BMPs that would be incorporated into the final site design of the project,
as required by Mitigation Measures HYD -1 through HYD -3. These BMPs would be
implemented to treat runoff from the proposed project's new buildings, including roof
runoff.
In summary, with the incorporation of Mitigation Measures HYD -1 through HYD -3, the
proposed project would not result in significant impacts related to a violation of water
quality standards or waste discharge requirements, erosion or siltation, or any other
degradation of water quality.
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City Building Official shall ensure that the project's construction plans include
features meeting the applicable construction activity best management practices
(BMPs) and erosion and sediment control BMPs published in the California
Stormwater BMP Handbook —Construction Activity or equivalent. If construction
activities occur between October 1 and April 15, the project applicant shall
prepare and submit a Wet Weather Erosion Control Plan to the City Building Official
at least 30 days prior to commencement of construction activities.
Timing /implementation: Prior to issuance of building and /or grading permit
Monitoring /Enforcement: El Segundo Planning and Building Safety
Department
Mitigation Measure HYD -2: As required by Municipal Code Section 5 -4 -9, prior to
issuance of a building and /or grading permit, the project applicant shall submit a
Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan ( SWPPP) to the City Building Official for review
and approval. The SWPPP shall identify the best management practices (BMPs) to
be implemented during project operation. The project SWPPP must also
demonstrate compliance with the pollutant- specific Total Maximum Daily Load
waste load allocations in effect for the downstream watersheds as well as the
maximum extent practicable (MEP) standard for other pollutants of concern.
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Timing /Implementation: Prior to issuance of building permits
Monitoring /Enforcement: El Segundo Planning and Building Safety
Department
Mitigation Measure HYD -3: Prior to issuance of a certification of occupancy, the
project applicant shall provide the City Building Official with a best management
practices (BMP) maintenance plan, consistent with Standard Urban Stormwater
Management Plan (SUSMP) requirements, for review and approval.
Timing /Implementation: Prior to issuance of certificate of occupancy
Monitoring / Enforcement: El Segundo Planning and Building Safety
Department
As such, with implementation of Mitigation Measures HYD -1 thru HYD -3, impacts would
be less than significant.
4.16) The Project site is located within the jurisdiction of the West Basin Municipal Water District
( WBMWD). WBMWD purchases imported water from the Metropolitan Water District of
Southern California (MWD) and wholesales the imported water to cities and private
companies in southwest Los Angeles County, including El Segundo. Water utility service
to the Project site is provided by the El Segundo Public Works Department Water Division.
WBMWD relies on the following mix of water resources: 21 percent groundwater; 65
percent imported water; seven (7) percent recycled water; and seven (7) percent
conservation efforts.
The groundwater supply is extracted from the West Coast Groundwater Basin (Basin),
which underlies much of the WBMWD service area including El Segundo. The average
amount of water extracted from the Basin is approximately 36,000 acre -feef per year.
Because the Basin is adjudicated (i.e., the amount to be extracted each year has been
determined by a court decision), the rights to the amount of groundwater extracted
each year remain virtually the same. Total adjudicated pumping rights in the Basin
remain at approximately 55,000 acre -feet per year. The Water Replenishment District of
Southern California (WRD) is responsible for maintaining and replenishing the Basin.
Natural replenishment of the Basin's groundwater supply occurs through the underflow
from the Central Groundwater Basin and limited local precipitation. Artificial
replenishment of the Basin, which is the responsibility of WRD, occurs through a mix of
imported water and recycled water. Groundwater recharge through surface spreading
occurs at the following locations: Montebello Forebay Spreading Grounds adjacent to
the Rio Hondo and the San Gabriel River; within the unlined portion of the San Gabriel
River; and behind the Whittier Narrows Dam in the Whittier Narrows Reservoir.
The project would not install any groundwater wells, and the project would continue to
connect to the existing water system. In addition, there are no aquifer conditions or
recharge features at the project site or in the surrounding area, which could be affected
by excavation or development of the project. Stormwater that percolates into the
substrate in the project area remains in the upper layers of soil. Therefore, the proposed
project would not physically interfere with any groundwater supplies. Similarly, the
proposed project would add a negligible amount of impervious surface to the project
site, but would not impede percolation of Stormwater into the underlying substrate.
Therefore, impacts would be less than significant.
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4.d, e) The City's storm water collection system includes catch basins, drainage basins, pumping
stations, and force mains. The drainage areas located along of Sepulveda Boulevard
and Mariposa Avenue, where the Project site is located, are collected by Los Angeles
County Flood Control District and City of El Segundo drainage systems that connect to
local pump stations. Water not retained on -site eventually ends up in the Dominguez
Channel and discharges to either Santa Monica Bay or San Pedro Bay.
The project would result in a negligible increase of impermeable surfaces, and the
proposed conditions would be similar to existing conditions. Additionally, per the
requirements of the City's NPDES permit, the Project would be required to meet pre -
development hydrologic conditions and retain runoff onsite, typically by providing onsite
basins and facilities. Therefore, the proposed project would not result in flooding, would
not create runoff that would exceed the capacity of the storm drain system, and would
not provide a substantial additional source of polluted runoff. Thus, impacts would be
less than significant.
4.g, h, i) According to the General Plan, the project site is not located within the 100 -year
floodplain boundaries, as identified by the Flood Insurance Rate Maps. Since the project
would not be located within a 100 -year flood hazard area, development of the
proposed project would not expose people or structures to significant flood hazards and
would not impede or redirect flood flows. In addition, no levees or dams present
flooding risks to the site or surrounding area, and the project site is not located within the
City's coastal areas that are subject to coastal storm surges. Thus, there would be no
impact.
4.j) The project site is not located near any major bodies of surface water; therefore, impacts
from seiche is not expected. A tsunami is a sea wave generated by an earthquake,
landslide, volcanic eruption, or even by a large meteor hitting the ocean. An event such
as an earthquake creates a large displacement of water resulting in a rise or mounding
at the ocean surface that moves away from this center as a sea wave. Tsunamis
generally affect coastal communities and low -lying (low- elevation) river valleys in the
vicinity of the coast. Buildings closest to the ocean and near sea level are most at
jeopardy. According to the California Geological Survey Los Angeles County Tsunami
Inundation Maps, the Project site is not located within a tsunami inundation area. Thus,
there would be no impact.
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5. AIR QUALITY
Where available. the significance criteria
Potentially
less Than
less Than
established by the applicable air quality
Significant With
No
management or air pollution control district may
Significant
Mitigation
Signfficant
be relied upon to make the following
Impact
Incorporated
Impact
Impact
p
determinations. Would the project:
a. Conflict with or obstruct implementation of
X
the applicable air quality plan?
b. Violate any air quality standard or contribute
substantially to an existing or projected air
X
quality violation?
c. Result in a cumulatively considerable net
increase of any criteria pollutant for which the
project region is non - attainment under an
applicable federal or state ambient air quality
X
standard (including releasing emissions which
exceed quantitative thresholds for ozone
precursors) ?
d. Expose sensitive receptors to substantial
X
pollutant concentrations?
e. Create objectionable odors affecting a
X
substantial number of people?
PlaceWorks, Inc. prepared an Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Study for the proposed
project in May 2016. The complete study is contained in Appendix A. The following analysis is
based on the results of this study.
The project site is within the South Coast Air Basin (the Basin), which is under the jurisdiction of
the South Coast Air Quality Management District ( SCAQMD). As the local air quality
management agency, the SCAQMD is required to monitor air pollutant levels to ensure that
state and federal air quality standards are met and, if they are not met, to develop strategies to
meet the standards. Depending on whether or not the standards are met or exceeded, the
Basin is classified as being in "attainment" or "nonattainment." The health effects associated
with criteria pollutants upon which attainment of state and federal air quality standards is
measured are described in Table 2.
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Table 2
Health Effects Associated with Criteria Pollutants
Pollutant
Adverse Effects'
(a) Pulmonary function decrements and localized lung edema in humans and animals; (b) Risk to
public health implied by alterations in pulmonary morphology and host defense in animals; (c)
Ozone (03)
Increased mortality risk; (d) Risk to public health implied by altered connective tissue metabolism
and altered pulmonary morphology in animals after long -term exposures and pulmonary function
decrements in chronically exposed humans; (e) Vegetation damage; (f) Property damage
Carbon monoxide
(a) Aggravation of angina pectoris and other aspects of coronary heart disease; (b) Decreased
(CO)
exercise tolerance in persons with peripheral vascular disease and lung disease; (c) Impairment of
central nervous system functions; (d) Possible increased risk to fetuses
(a) Potential to aggravate chronic respiratory disease and respiratory symptoms in sensitive groups;
Nitrogen dioxide
(NO2)
(b) Risk to public health implied by pulmonary and extra- pulmonary biochemical and cellular
changes and pulmonary structural changes; (c) Contribution to atmospheric discoloration
Sulfur dioxide
Bronchoconstriction accompanied by symptoms that may include wheezing, shortness of breath,
(S02)
and chest tightness during exercise or physical activity in persons with asthma
Suspended
particulate matter
(PM,o)
(a) Exacerbation of symptoms in sensitive patients with respiratory or cardiovascular disease; (b)
Decline in pulmonary function or growth in children; (c) Increased risk of premature death
Suspended
particulate matter
(PM2 s)
Source: SCAQMD 2012 Air Quality Management Plan, February 2013
More detailed health effect information can be found in the 2012 AQMP Appendix I or the U. S. EPA NAAQS
documentation at http r :J /wwv.,,epa..ciovlltntnaaa4r
The Basin is designated as nonattainment for the federal and state one -hour and eight -hour
ozone standards, the state PM,o standards, and the federal and state PM2.5 standard. Thus, the
Basin currently exceeds state and federal ambient air quality standards for these pollutants and
is required to implement strategies to reduce pollutant levels to acceptable standards. This non -
attainment status is a result of several factors, the primary ones being the naturally adverse
meteorological conditions that limit the dispersion and diffusion of pollutants, the limited
capacity of the local airshed to eliminate air pollutants, and the number, type, and density of
emission sources within the Basin.
The SCAQMD has adopted an Air Quality Management Plan (AQMP) that provides a strategy
for the attainment of state and federal air quality standards.
The SCAQMD recommends the use of quantitative thresholds to determine the significance of
temporary construction - related pollutant emissions and project operations. These thresholds are
shown in Table 3, SCAQMD Air Quality Significance Thresholds.
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Table 3
SCAQMD Air Quality Significance Thresholds
Pollutant
Mass Daily Thresholds
Operation Thresholds
Construction Thresholds
NOx
55 Ibslday
100 Ibslday
ROG'
55 Ibslday
75 Ibslday
PM10
150 Ibs /day
150 Ibs /day
PM2 5
55 Ibslday
55 Ibs /day
sox
150 Ibs /day
150 Ibs /day
CO
550 Ibslday
550 Ibs /day
Lead
3 Ibs /day
3 Ibs /day
Reactive Organic Gases (ROG) are formed during combustion and evaporation of organic
solvents. ROG are also referred to as Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC).
Source; SCAQMD, 2015.
In addition to the above thresholds, the SCAQMD has developed Localized Significance
Thresholds (LSTs) in response to the Governing Board's Environmental Justice Enhancement
Initiative (1 -4), which was prepared to update the CEQA Air Quality Handbook. LSTs were
devised in response to concerns regarding exposure'of individuals to criteria pollutants in local
communities. LSTs represent the maximum emissions from a project that will not cause or
contribute to an air quality exceedance of the most stringent applicable federal or state
ambient air quality standard at the nearest sensitive receptor, taking into consideration ambient
concentrations in each source receptor area (SRA), project size, and distance to the sensitive
receptor, etc. However, LSTs only apply to emissions within a fixed stationary location, including
idling emissions during both project construction and operation. LSTs have been developed for
NOx, CO, PMio and PM2.5. LSTs do not apply to mobile sources such as cars on a roadway
(SCAQMD, 2003). As such, LSTs for operational emissions do not apply to on -site development, as
the majority of emissions would be generated by cars on the roadways.
LSTs have been developed for emissions within areas up to five acres in size, with air pollutant
modeling recommended for activity within larger areas. The SCAQMD provides lookup tables for
project sites that measure one, two, or five acres. The proposed project involves a 4.87 -acre
parcel of land and is therefore measured against the five -acre LST threshold for construction
emissions. According to the SCAQMD's publication, Final Localized Significant Thresholds
Methodology, the use of LSTs is voluntary, to be implemented at the discretion of local agencies.
LSTs for construction on a 2 -acre site are provided for receptors at a distance of 82 to 1,640 feet
from the project site boundary. According to the SCAQMD's publication Final Localized
Significant (LST) Thresholds Methodology, projects with boundaries located closer than 82 feet to
the nearest receptor should use the LSTs for receptors located at 82 feet. The construction
thresholds for SCAQMD LSTs is shown below in Table 4, SCAQMD LSTs for Construction.
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Table 4
SCAQMD LSTs for Construction (SRA 3)
Source: SCAQMD, 2009.
Explanation of Checklist Judgments
5.a) The 2012 Air Qualify Management Plan (AQMP) was prepared to accommodate growth,
to reduce the high levels of pollutants in the areas under the jurisdiction of the South
Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD), and to attain clean air in the region.
Projects that are considered consistent with the AQMP would not interfere with
attainment of the ambient air quality standards, because this growth is included in the
projections used to formulate the plan. Therefore, projects, uses, and activities that are
consistent with the applicable assumptions used in the development of the AQMP would
not jeopardize attainment of the air quality levels identified in the AQMP, even if they
exceed the SCAQMD's recommended daily emissions thresholds.
A consistency determination with the AQMP plays an important role in local agency
project review by linking local planning and individual projects to the AQMP. It fulfills the
CEQA goal of informing decision makers of the environmental effects of the project
under consideration early enough to ensure that air quality concerns are fully addressed.
It also provides the local agency with ongoing information as to whether they are
contributing to the clean air goals in the AQMP.
The regional emissions inventory for the SoCAB is compiled by SCAQMD and SCAG.
Regional population, housing, and employment projections developed by SCAG are
based, in part, on cities' general plan land use designations. These projections form the
foundation for the emissions inventory of the AQMP. These demographic trends are
incorporated into the RTP /SCS, compiled by SCAG to determine priority transportation
projects and vehicle miles traveled in the SCAG region. The AQMP strategy is based on
projections from local general plans. Projects that are consistent with the local general
plan are considered consistent with the air quality - related regional plan.
Changes in population, housing, or employment growth projections have the potential
to affect SCAG's demographic projections and therefore the assumptions in SCAQMD's
AQMP. The land uses proposed under the project would be consistent with the types of
uses permitted under the "Urban Mixed -Use South" land use designation. Furthermore,
only large, regionally significant projects have the potential to affect the regional growth
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HIM.
Allowable Emissions (lbsiday) from a 2-acre Site as a
Function of Receptor Distance from Site Boundary
Pollutant
25 feet 50 feet 100 feet 200 feet 500 feet
Gradual conversion
of NOx to NO2
— ...............
131
128
139
165
233
CO
967
1,158
J
1,597
2,783
7,950
PM10
8
12
37
65
148
PM2,5
5
7
12
25
81
Source: SCAQMD, 2009.
Explanation of Checklist Judgments
5.a) The 2012 Air Qualify Management Plan (AQMP) was prepared to accommodate growth,
to reduce the high levels of pollutants in the areas under the jurisdiction of the South
Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD), and to attain clean air in the region.
Projects that are considered consistent with the AQMP would not interfere with
attainment of the ambient air quality standards, because this growth is included in the
projections used to formulate the plan. Therefore, projects, uses, and activities that are
consistent with the applicable assumptions used in the development of the AQMP would
not jeopardize attainment of the air quality levels identified in the AQMP, even if they
exceed the SCAQMD's recommended daily emissions thresholds.
A consistency determination with the AQMP plays an important role in local agency
project review by linking local planning and individual projects to the AQMP. It fulfills the
CEQA goal of informing decision makers of the environmental effects of the project
under consideration early enough to ensure that air quality concerns are fully addressed.
It also provides the local agency with ongoing information as to whether they are
contributing to the clean air goals in the AQMP.
The regional emissions inventory for the SoCAB is compiled by SCAQMD and SCAG.
Regional population, housing, and employment projections developed by SCAG are
based, in part, on cities' general plan land use designations. These projections form the
foundation for the emissions inventory of the AQMP. These demographic trends are
incorporated into the RTP /SCS, compiled by SCAG to determine priority transportation
projects and vehicle miles traveled in the SCAG region. The AQMP strategy is based on
projections from local general plans. Projects that are consistent with the local general
plan are considered consistent with the air quality - related regional plan.
Changes in population, housing, or employment growth projections have the potential
to affect SCAG's demographic projections and therefore the assumptions in SCAQMD's
AQMP. The land uses proposed under the project would be consistent with the types of
uses permitted under the "Urban Mixed -Use South" land use designation. Furthermore,
only large, regionally significant projects have the potential to affect the regional growth
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projections. The proposed project is not considered a regionally significant project that
would warrant Intergovernmental Review by SCAG under CEQA Guidelines section
15206. Thus, it would not have the potential to substantially affect the regional growth
projections. Additionally, the regional emissions generated by construction and
operation of the proposed project would be less than the SCAQMD emissions thresholds,
and SCAQMD would not consider the project a substantial source of air pollutant
emissions that would have the potential to affect the attainment designations in the
SoCAB. Therefore, project impacts would be less than significant.
5.16) The proposed project would generate project- specific temporary construction emissions
and long -term operational emissions, which are discussed below.
Construction Emissions
Construction emissions are calculated by estimating the types and number of pieces of
equipment that would be used to grade, excavate, and balance fill at the project site
and to construct the proposed uses. These are analyzed according to the thresholds
established by the SCAQMD. Construction activities associated with the proposed
project would temporarily increase vehicle and equipment emissions and would
generate particulate matter (dust). Construction equipment on the project site that
would generate volatile organic compounds (VOC), nitrogen oxide (NOx), carbon
monoxide (CO), and particulate matter could include graders, cement trucks, and
loaders. Some of this equipment would be used during grading activities and during
construction of the amenities on the project site. This environmental assessment assumes
that all construction equipment used would be diesel - powered. Construction of the
proposed project is anticipated to start in 2016, occurring over approximately 9 months.
Grading would consist of approximately 3,500 cubic yards, which would be exported
offsite. Consistent with the City's Noise Ordinance, construction would occur Monday
through Saturday between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
Emissions for the construction activities were calculated using CalEEMod, a computer
program developed by the SCAQMD that calculates emissions for construction and
operation of development projects. For on -road vehicular emissions, CaIEEMod utilizes
the Emission Factor 2014 (EMFAC2014) emission rates developed by CARB. Equipment for
each phase of construction activity is based on data provided by the project applicant.
Regional Construction Emissions
Construction activities produce combustion emissions from various sources, such as onsite
heavy -duty construction vehicles, vehicles hauling materials to and from the site, and
motor vehicles transporting the construction crew. Site preparation activities produce
fugitive dust emissions (PM10 and PM2.5) from demolition and soil- disturbing activities,
such as grading and excavation. Air pollutant emissions from construction activities
onsite would vary daily as construction activity levels change. The proposed project is
anticipated to be constructed over one development phase approximately 9 months in
duration, starting in 2016 and ending in 2017. Construction air pollutant emissions are
based on information provided by Continental Development Corporation. Construction
would entail demolition of the existing building and surface parking lot; grading,
including 3,350 cubic yards of soil export; construction of the proposed three buildings;
architectural coating; landscaping; and asphalt paving. An estimate of maximum daily
construction emissions for the proposed project is provided in Table 5, Maximum Daily
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Regional Construction Emissions. As shown in this table, construction emissions would be
below the SCAQMD thresholds and are therefore less than significant.
Table 5
Maximum Daily Regional Construction Emissions (Proposed Project)
Construction Phase
Pollutants
(pounds per day)
VOC NOx CO S02 PM10 PM2.5
Year 2016
Building demolition
1
6
7
5
<1
<1
<1
Building demolition and building demolition
debris haul overlap
1
6
<1
1
1
Building demolition, building demolition debris
haul, and asphalt demolition overlap
Building demolition debris haul, asphalt
demolition, and asphalt demolition debris haul
overlap
j 1
1
9
8
<1
1
1
9
10
<1
3
1
Asphalt demolition and asphalt demolition
debris haul overlap
1
8
9
<1
3
1
Grading
1
6
6
<1
1
<1
Grading and grading soil haul overlap
2
27
19
<1
2
1
Grading, grading soil haul, and utility
trenching overlap
3
31
23
<1
3
1
Grading soil haul and utility trenching overlap
2
25
17
<1
2
1
Utility trenching
1
4
4
<1
<1
<1
Building construction and utility trenching
2
14
11
<1
1
1
Building construction
1
9
7
<1
1
1
Building construction and architectural coating
overlap
3
19
15
<1
2
1
Building construction, architectural coating,
and finishing /landscaping overlap
4
27
19
<1
2
2
Year 2017
Asphalt paving 2
9
7
<1
1
<1
Maximum daily emissions 4
31
23
<1
3
2
SCAQMD Regional Construction Threshold 75
100
550
150
150
55
Significant? No
No
No
No
No
No
Source: 2171 Rosecrans Avenue Project Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Technical Study, May 2016
Operational Emissions
Long -term air pollutant emissions generated by the project would be generated by
transportation sources (e.g., employee and patron vehicle trips), area sources (e.g.,
landscape fuel use, aerosols, and architectural coatings), and energy use (natural gas)
associated with the proposed buildings. Table 6, Net Maximum Daily Regional
Operational Phase Emissions, identifies the criteria air pollutant emissions that would result
from implementation of the proposed project. As shown in the table, project - related air
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pollutant emissions would be below the SCAQMD thresholds and are therefore less than
significant.
Table 6
Net Maximum Daily Regional Operational Phase Emissions (Proposed Project)
Construction Phase
Criteria Air Pollutants
(pounds per day)
R00
(VOC) NOx
CO
S02
PM,o
PM2.5
Existing Land Use
Area
1
0
<1
0
0
0
Energy
<1
1
1
<1
<1
<1
Mobile
3
10
40
<1
7
2
Total
4
11
40
<1
7
2
Proposed Project
Area
1
0
<1
0
I 0
0
Energy
<1
1
1
<1
<1
<1
Mobile
8
23
90
<1
15
4
Total
9
24
91
<1
15
4
Net Change
Area ( <1)
Energy ( <1)
( <1)
( <1)
0
( <1)
( <1)
Mobile 5
13
51
<1
9
2
Total 5
13
51
<1
9
2
SCAQMD Threshold 55
55
550
150
150
55
Exceeds Threshold? No
No
I No
I No
No7
No
Source: 2171 Rosecrans Avenue Project Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Technical Study, May 2016
Fugitive Dust Emissions
Construction activities are a source of fugitive dust (PMio and PM2.5) emissions that may
have a substantial, although temporary, impact on local air quality. These particles are
either directly emitted or are formed in the atmosphere from the combustion of gasses
such as NOx and SOx combining with ammonia. Fugitive dust emissions are associated
with land clearing, excavation, cut and fill, and truck travel on unpaved roadways.
Fugitive dust from demolition, grading, and construction is expected to be short -term
and would cease upon Project completion.
During construction, the property owner, developer, and contractors are required to
comply with regional rules, which assist in reducing short -term construction - related air
pollutant emissions. Rule 403 requires that fugitive dust be controlled with the best
available control measures to reduce dust so that it does not remain visible in the
atmosphere beyond the Project's property line. The applicable control measures target
various construction operations such as backfilling, clearing and grubbing, crushing, cut
and fill, demolition, earth - moving activities, bulk material import and export, construction
staging, stockpiles /bulk material handling, trenching, and loading. These measures
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suggest methods such as covering stockpiles with tarps, and the application of water to
stabilize materials. Rule 403 also prohibits projects from allowing track -outs to extend 25
feet or more in cumulative length from the point of origin from an active operation. All
track -outs are required to be removed at the conclusion of each workday or evening
shift. Any project with a disturbed surface area of five or more acres or with a daily
import or export of 100 cubic yards or more of bulk materials must utilize at least one of
the specified track -out control measures at each vehicle egress from the site to a paved
public road. The specified track -out control measures consist of installation of washed
gravel pads, paving project ingress /egress, wheel shakers, wheel washing systems, and
any other approved control measures.
Implementation of the Mitigation Measures AQ -1 and AQ -2, regarding dust control
techniques (e.g., daily watering), limitations on construction hours, and adherence to
standard construction practices (watering of inactive and perimeter areas, track -out
requirements, etc.), would reduce impacts from fugitive dust to a less than significant
level.
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Director of Public Works and the Director of Planning and Building Safety must
confirm that the Grading Plan, Building Plans, and specifications require that
excessive fugitive dust emissions are controlled by regular watering or other dust
prevention measures in compliance with SCAQMD's Rule 403. In addition,
SCAQMD Rule 402 requires implementation of dust suppression techniques to
prevent fugitive dust from creating a nuisance off -site. Implementation of the
following measures would reduce short -term fugitive dust impacts:
• All active portions of the construction site must be watered every three hours
during daily construction activities and when dust is observed migrating from
the project site to prevent excessive amounts of dust;
• Pave or apply water every three hours during daily construction activities or
apply non -toxic soil stabilizers on all unpaved access roads, parking areas,
and staging areas. More frequent watering must occur if dust is observed
migrating from the site during site disturbance;
• Any on -site stockpiles of debris, dirt, or other dusty material must be enclosed,
covered, or watered twice daily, or non -toxic soil binders must be applied;
• All grading and excavation operations must be suspended when wind speeds
exceed 25 miles per hour;
• Disturbed areas must be replaced with ground cover or paved immediately
after construction is completed in the affected area;
• Gravel bed trackout aprons (3 inches deep, 25 feet long, 12 feet wide per
lane and edged by rock berm or row of stakes) must be installed to reduce
mud /dirt trackout from unpaved truck exit routes;
• On -site vehicle speed is limited to 15 miles per hour;
• All on -site roads must be paved as soon as feasible, watered twice daily, or
chemically stabilized;
• Visible dust beyond the property line which emanates from the project must
be prevented to the maximum extent feasible;
• All material transported off -site must be either sufficiently watered or securely
covered to prevent excessive amounts of dust before departing the job site;
• Reroute construction trucks away from congested streets or sensitive receptor
areas;
• Track -out devices must be used at all construction site access points; and
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o All delivery truck tires must be watered down and /or scraped down before
departing the job site.
Timing /Implementation: Prior to issuance of grading and /or building permit, and
during construction
Monitoring /Enforcement: El Segundo Planning and Building Safety Department;
project applicant
Mitigation Measure AQ -2: All trucks hauling excavated or graded material must
comply with Vehicle Code § 23114 regulating the means of preventing such material
spilling onto public streets and roads. Compliance with the provision must be
required in construction bid documents.
Timing /Implementation: During construction
Monitoring /Enforcement: El Segundo Planning and Building Safety Department;
project applicant
As such, with implementation of Mitigation Measures AQ -1 and AQ -2, impacts
associated with fugitive dust would be less than significant.
5.c) The project is located in the South Coast Air Basin, a designated non - attainment area.
The project does not represent significant growth, because it includes restaurant and
bank uses to serve the current area population. The project would not result in any
significant short -term (construction - related) impacts or long -term air quality impacts as
indicated above. Therefore, cumulative air quality impacts would be less than
significant.
5.d) Sensitive populations (i.e., children, senior citizens, and acutely or chronically ill people)
are more susceptible to the effects of air pollution than the general population. Land
uses considered sensitive receptors typically include residences, schools, playgrounds,
child care centers, hospitals, convalescent homes, and retirement homes. Although the
Halstrom Academy (school) occupies a tenant space in the existing five -story building
across the street from the project site to the west, it is a non - traditional school offering
one -to -one classes and flexible scheduling.
Air quality impacts on sensitive receptors are assessed by evaluating the potential for the
project to cause localized concentrations of pollutants. Land use development projects,
like the proposed project, have the potential to increase pollutant levels at or near the
project site during construction. The SCAQMD has developed methodologies for
analyzing the potential effects related to localized significance thresholds and carbon
monoxide hotspots. The following paragraphs describe and evaluate the project's
potential impacts pursuant to the SCAQMD's guidance.
The SCAQMD developed localized significance threshold (LST) methodologies and mass
rate look -up tables by source receptor area (SRA) that can be used to determine
whether a project may generate significant adverse localized air quality impacts. LSTs
represent the maximum emissions from a project that will not cause or substantially
contribute to an exceedance of the most stringent applicable federal or state ambient
air quality standard. They are developed based on the ambient concentrations of that
pollutant for each SRA. The SCAQMD's LST methodology is described in Final Localized
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Significance Threshold Methodology and is based on LST tables published by the
SCAQMD (2009); both documents are available on the SCAQMD website.
The LST mass rate look -up tables screening thresholds provided by the SCAQMD allow a
determination as to whether the daily emissions for proposed construction or operational
activities could result in significant localized air quality impacts. If the calculated on -site
emissions for the proposed construction or operational activities are below the LST
emission levels found on the LST mass rate look -up tables, the proposed construction or
operation activity is not significant for air quality.
Construction -Phase LSTs
Table 7, Maximum Daily Onsite Localized Construction Emissions, shows the maximum
daily construction emissions (pounds per day) generated during onsite construction
activities compared with the SCAQMD's LSTs. As shown in the table, maximum daily
construction emissions would not exceed the SCAQMD LSTs for NOX, CO, PM 10, or PM2.5.
Therefore, construction emissions would not exceed the California AAQS, and project
construction would not expose sensitive receptors to substantial pollutant
concentrations.
Table 7
Maximum Daily Onsite Localized Construction Emissions
Source
Pollutants
(pounds per day)
NOx
c0
PM10
PM2.5
Building demolition
6
4
<1
<1
Building demolition and building demolition debris haul overlap
64
4
1
<1
Building demolition, building demolition debris haul, and asphalt
demolition overlap
8
6
1
1
Building demolition debris haul, asphalt demolition, and asphalt
demolition debris haul overlap
5
4
3
1
Asphalt demolition and asphalt demolition debris haul overlap
5
4
2
1
Grading
6
5
<1
<1
Grading and grading soil haul overlap
6
5
<1
<1
Grading soil haul and utility trenching overlap
4
3
<1
<1
Utility trenching
4
3
<1
<1
Building construction and utility trenching
13
8
1
1
Building construction
9
5
<1
<1
Building construction and architectural coating overlap
18
13
1
1
Building construction, architectural coating, and
finish ingllandscaping overlap
26
17
2
2
1.00 -acre or less LST
91
664
105
52
Exceeds LST?
No
No
No
No
Grading, grading soil haul, and utility trenching overlap
10
8
109
55
1.50 -acre or less LST
111
815
6
4
Exceeds LST?
No
No
No
No
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Operational -Phase LSTs
Operation of the proposed project would not generate substantial quantities of emission
from onsite, stationary sources. Land uses that have the potential to generate substantial
stationary sources of emissions that would require a permit from SCAQMD include
industrial land uses, such as chemical processing and warehousing operations where
substantial truck idling could occur onsite. The proposed project does not fall within
these categories of uses. While operation of the proposed project could result in the use
of standard onsite mechanical equipment such as heating, ventilation, and air
conditioning units in addition to occasional use of landscaping equipment for project site
maintenance, air pollutant emissions generated from these activities would be nominal
(see Table 6, Net Maximum Daily Regional Operational Phase Emissions). Therefore,
localized air quality impacts related to stationary- source emissions would not expose
sensitive receptors to pollutant concentrations.
CO Hotspots
Areas of vehicle congestion have the potential to create pockets of CO called hotspots.
These pockets have the potential to exceed the state one -hour standard of 20 parts per
million (ppm) or the eight -hour standard of 9.0 ppm. Because CO is produced in
greatest quantities from vehicle combustion and does not readily disperse into the
atmosphere, adherence to ambient air quality standards is typically demonstrated
through an analysis of localized CO concentrations. Hotspots are typically produced at
intersections, where traffic congestion is highest because vehicles queue for longer
periods and are subject to reduced speeds. Typically, for an intersection to exhibit a
significant CO concentration, it would need operate at level of service (LOS) E or worse
without improvements (Caltrans 1997).
A project would have to increase traffic volumes at a single intersection by more than
44,000 vehicles per hour —or 24,000 vehicles per hour where vertical and /or horizontal air
does not mix —in order to generate a significant CO impact (BAAQMD 2011). The
proposed project would generate up to approximately 78 net peak hours trips (Fehr and
Peers 2016). Therefore, the proposed project would not produce the volume of traffic
required to generate a CO hotspot.
Therefore, the proposed project would not exceed any threshold, and air quality impacts
would be less than significant.
5.e) According to the SCAQMD CEQA Air Quality Handbook, land uses associated with odor
complaints typically include agricultural uses, wastewater treatment plants, food
processing plants, chemical plants, composting, refineries, landfills, dairies, and fiberglass
molding. The Project does not include any uses identified by SCAQMD as being
associated with odors. Additionally, the existing trash receptacles would remain and
would continue to be utilized pursuant to ESMC requirements.
During construction - related activities, some odors (not substantial pollutant
concentrations) that may be detected are those typical of construction vehicles (e.g.,
diesel exhaust from grading and construction equipment). These odors are not unusual
and do not pose a health risk, and are impacts that are short -term and localized.
Overall, the Project would not create objectionable odors affecting a substantial number
of people. Therefore, impacts would be less than significant.
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6. TRANSPORTATION /TRAFFIC
Traffic
The discussion and analysis provided in this section are based on the traffic impact analysis for
the proposed project prepared by Fehr and Peers (May 2016, see Ate). Trip generation
estimates for the project were estimated using standard rates developed in Trip Generation, 9th
Edition (Institute of Transportation Engineers [ITE], 2012). Credits for transit, biking and walking
were included in the trip generation due to the site's close proximity to several office buildings
and retail complexes. Pass -by trip credits were also included in accordance with data from ITE.
Credits for the existing land use, CozyMel's Mexican Grill, were also factored into the trip
generation estimates.
6.a) A summary of the trip generation potential of the project is summarized in Table 8,
Project Trip Generation Estimates. As illustrated in Table 8, the project is expected to
generate a net increase of 744 daily trips, including 86 trips (47 inbound /39 outbound)
during the AM peak hour, and 58 trips (29 inbound /29 outbound) during the PM peak
hour.
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Potentially
less Than
less Than
Would the project,
Significant
Significant With
SlgnMcant
No
Mitigation
Impact
Impact
Incorporated
Impact
a. Conflict with an applicable plan, ordinance
or policy establishing measures of
effectiveness for the performance of the
circulation system, taking into account all
modes of transportation including mass transit
x
and non - motorized travel and relevant
components of the circulation system,
including but not limited to intersections,
streets, highways and freeways, pedestrian
and bicycle paths, and mass transit?
b. Conflict with an applicable congestion
management program, including, but not
limited to level of service standards and travel
demand measures, or other standards
x
established by the county congestion
management agency for designated roads
or highways?
c. Result in a change in air traffic patterns,
including either an increase in traffic levels or
x
a change in location that results in substantial
safety risks?
d. Substantially increase hazards due to a
design feature (e.g., sharp curves or
x
dangerous intersections) or incompatible uses
(e.g., farm equipment)?
e. Result in inadequate emergency access?
x
f. Conflict with adopted policies, plans, or
programs regarding public transit, bicycle, or
x
pedestrian facilities, or otherwise decrease
the performance or safety of such facilities?
Traffic
The discussion and analysis provided in this section are based on the traffic impact analysis for
the proposed project prepared by Fehr and Peers (May 2016, see Ate). Trip generation
estimates for the project were estimated using standard rates developed in Trip Generation, 9th
Edition (Institute of Transportation Engineers [ITE], 2012). Credits for transit, biking and walking
were included in the trip generation due to the site's close proximity to several office buildings
and retail complexes. Pass -by trip credits were also included in accordance with data from ITE.
Credits for the existing land use, CozyMel's Mexican Grill, were also factored into the trip
generation estimates.
6.a) A summary of the trip generation potential of the project is summarized in Table 8,
Project Trip Generation Estimates. As illustrated in Table 8, the project is expected to
generate a net increase of 744 daily trips, including 86 trips (47 inbound /39 outbound)
during the AM peak hour, and 58 trips (29 inbound /29 outbound) during the PM peak
hour.
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The following six key study intersections were selected for evaluating existing, "existing
plus project ", and cumulative projects traffic conditions:
1. Rosecrans Avenue at Sepulveda Boulevard;
2. Rosecrans Avenue at Village Drive;
3. Rosecrans Avenue at Nash Street;
4. Rosecrans Avenue at Apollo Street;
S. Rosecrans Avenue at Douglas Street; and,
6. Rosecrans Avenue at Aviation Boulevard;
According to the City of El Segundo, a project impact would be considered significant
and would require mitigation if one of the following conditions is met at a signalized
intersection:
Project - generated trips cause a change in LOS from an acceptable operation
(LOS A, B, C, or D to deficient operation (LOS E or F); or,
Project - generated trips cause an Intersection Capacity Utilization (ICU) increase
of 0.02 or more when the "With Project" intersection LOS is at LOS E or F.
Since the study intersections are along Rosecrans Avenue, which serves as El Segundo's
border with the City of Manhattan Beach, all study intersections were also analyzed using
the significant impact criteria from the City of Manhattan Beach, which has established
the following thresholds of significance:
• A significant impact occurs at a study intersection when the addition of project -
generated trips causes an ICU increase of 0.02 while operating at LOS D; or,
• A significant impact occurs at a study intersection when the addition of project -
generated trips causes an ICU increase of 0.01 while operating at LOS E or F.
Table 9 summarizes the peak hour level of services results at the six study intersections for
existing plus project traffic conditions. Table 9 indicates that the traffic associated with
the project would not directly impact any of the six key study intersections, when
compared to the LOS standards and significant impact criteria specified above. The
intersection of Rosecrans Avenue at Sepulveda Boulevard currently operates at LOS D
during AM peak hour and LOS E during PM peak hour, while the intersection of Rosecrans
Avenue at Aviation Boulevard currently operates at LOS D during PM peak hour. These
intersections are forecast to continue to operate at their respective Levels of Service
under "existing plus project" traffic conditions. Further, as illustrated in Table 9, after
applying the aforementioned significant impact criteria, it was determined that the ICU
increase resulting from the project - related traffic volumes would not exceed the
threshold; thus, it was determined that the proposed project would not result in significant
impacts to any of the six study intersections.
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Table 9
Existing and "Existing Plus Project" Intersection Conditions
NIS Street
EM Street
Analyzed
Existing
Existing + Project
Project
El Segundo
Manhattan
Name
Name
Period
Increase
Significant
Beach
VIC or
LOS
VIC or
LOS
In VIC
Impact?
Significant
Delay
Delay
Impact?
Sepulveda Blvd
Rosecrans Ave
AM
0.828
D
0.833
D
0.005
No
No
PM
0.915
E
0.917
E
0.002
No
No
Village Drive
Rosecrans Ave
AM
0.499
A
0.499
A
0.005
No
No
PM
.0640
B
0.643
B
0.003
No
No
Nash Street
Rosecrans Ave
AM
0.447
A
0.452
A
0.005
No
No
PM
0.518
A
0.521
A
0.003
No
No
Apollo Street
Rosecrans Ave.
AM
0.525
A
0.543
A
0.018
No
No
PM
0.585
A
0.591
A
0.006
No
No
Douglas Street
Rosecrans Ave
AM
0.678
B
0.682
B
0.004
No
No
PM
0.766
C
0.769
C
0.003
No
No
Aviation Blvd
Rosecrans Ave
AM
0.795
C
0.798
C
0.003
No
No
PM
0.833
D
0.835
D
0.002
No
No
Source: Fehr and Peers. May 2015
Table 10, on the following page, summarizes the peak hour level of services resulting from
cumulative traffic projections. The cumulative traffic projections reflect growth in traffic
from two primary sources, ambient growth in the existing traffic volumes to reflect the
effects of overall regional growth both in and outside the study area, and traffic
generated by other development projects in the vicinity of the study area. The
cumulative project volumes were then added to the project - generated volumes to
create the cumulative plus project volumes. Table 10 indicates that traffic associated
with a "cumulative plus project" scenario would not reduce the LOS at the study
intersections. Further, after applying the aforementioned significant impact criteria, the
ICU increases would not exceed the thresholds of significance established by El Segundo
and Manhattan Beach.
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Cumulative and "Cumulative Plus Project" Intersection Conditions
NIS Street
EIW Street
Analyzed
Cumulative
Cumulative + Project
Project
EI Segundo
Manhattan
Name
Name
Period
VIC or LOS
VIC or LOS
Increase
In VIC
Significant
Impact?
Beach
Significant
Delay
Delay
Impact?
Sepulveda Blvd
Rosecrans Ave
AM
0.842
D
0.848
D
0.006
No
No
PM
0.932
E
0.935
E
0.003
No
No
Village Drive
Rosecrans Ave
AM
0.501
A
0.506
A
0.005
No
No
PM
0.651
B
0.654
B
0.003
No
No
Nash Street
Rosecrans Ave
-r
AM
0.455
A
0.460
A
0.005
No
No
PM
0.526
A
0.529
A
0.003
No
No
Apollo Street
Rosecrans Ave
AM
0.533
A
0.552
A
0.019
No
No
PM
0.595
A
0.601
B
0.006
No
No
Douglas Street^
Rosecrans Ave
AM
0.689
B
0.693
B
0.004
No
No
PM
0.780
C
0.783
C
0.003
No
No
Aviation Blvd
Rosecrans Ave
AM
0.808
D
0.810
D
0.002
No
No
PM
0.847
D
0.848
D
0.001
No
No
Source: Fehr and Peers, May 2016
Therefore, the LOS analysis for the "Existing plus Project" scenario (using the cities of El
Segundo and Manhattan Beach significance criteria) determined that the proposed
project would not significantly impact traffic at any of the six study intersections, and
would continue to operate at acceptable LOS levels. Further, the LOS analysis for the
"Cumulative plus Project" scenario (using the cities of El Segundo and Manhattan Beach
significance criteria) determined that the proposed project would not significantly
impact traffic at any of the six study intersections. As such, the impacts would be less
than significant.
6.b) The purpose of the Congestion Management Program (CMP) is to develop a
coordinated approach to managing and decreasing traffic congestion by linking the
various transportation, land use, and air quality planning programs throughout the
County. The CMP is consistent with that of the Southern California Association of
Governments (SCAG). The CMP program requires review of significant individual
projects, which might on their own impact the CMP transportation system.
According to the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) 2010
CMP Appendix B, Guidelines for CMP Transportation Impact Analysis, a regional CMP -
level traffic analysis is required for projects that would add 50 or more weekday peak -
hour trips to the nearest monitored CMP intersection (Rosecrans Avenue at Sepulveda
Boulevard), or 150 or more peak -hour trips to a monitored freeway mainline segment.
Since the project site is currently developed with a restaurant use, the project is forecast
to generate a net increase of 744 daily trips. However, as indicated in Table 8, the net
new trips include 47 inbound and 39 outbound trips during the AM peak hour, and 29
inbound and 29 outbound trips during the PM peak hour. Thus, the proposed project is
not forecast to add 50 or more peak trips to a CMP arterial monitoring intersection (i.e.,
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Rosecrans Avenue at Sepulveda Boulevard). Further, the project is not forecast to add
150 or more trips to a mainline freeway monitoring location during either the AM or PM
weekday peak hours. Consequently, no CMP traffic impact analysis is required for the
proposed project. As such the impacts would be less than significant.
6.c) Due to the scope, nature, and location of the proposed project, project implementation
would not impact any airport facilities and thus would not cause a change in the
directional patterns of aircraft. Thus, there would be no impact.
6.d) The proposed project would not introduce any design features such as sharp curves or
incompatible uses to the project site that would substantially increase hazards at the site.
The project will not alter the existing roadway network, other than to add a new
driveway along the private street that services the project site. Thus, there would be no
impact.
6.e) Refer to Responses 9.g and 1 1.a.1. As such, impacts would be less than significant.
6.f) The Project site is served by several public transit opportunities, all located within walking
distance of the Project site. Within Los Angeles County, the Los Angeles County
Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA) and Los Angeles Department of
Transportation (LADOT) provide public transportation in the area; consequently, the
project site is served by several LACMTA Bus Lines with stops located within walking
distance. Further, the project site is located within 0.4 mile from the Green Line station
(Douglas station). Since the project site is located along Rosecrans Avenue, the site is
also served by other transit service providers, such as Beach Cities Transit Line 109.
Sidewalks are also provided along all key roadways in the project vicinity, and pedestrian
crosswalks with walk lights are provided at signalized intersections in the project area.
The proposed project includes new restaurants and a bank building, and includes
bicycle parking stations. The project does not include any improvements that would
conflict with any policies, plans or programs regarding public transit, bicycle, or
pedestrian facilities, and would not otherwise substantially decrease the performance or
safety of such facilities. As such, there would be no impact.
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7. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES
Would the project:
Potential
less Than
significant With
less Than
No
Significant
Mitigation
significant
Impact
Impact
Incorporated
impact
a. Have a substantial adverse effect, either
directly or through habitat modifications, on
any species identified as a candidate,
sensitive, or special status species in local or
X
regional plans, policies, or regulations, or by
the California Department of Fish and Game
or U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service?
b. Have a substantial adverse effect on any
riparian habitat or other sensitive natural
community identified in local or regional
plans, policies, regulations or by the California
X
Department of Fish and Game or U.S. Fish and
Wildlife Service?
c. Have a substantial adverse effect on
federally protected wetlands as defined by
Section 404 of the Clean Water Act
(including, but not limited to, marsh, vernal
X
pool, coastal, etc.) through direct removal,
filling, hydrological interruption, or other
means?
d. Interfere substantially with the movement of
any native resident or migratory fish or wildlife
species or with established native resident or
X
migratory wildlife corridors, or impede the use
of native wildlife nursery sites?
e. Conflict with any local policies or ordinances
protecting biological resources, such as a
X
tree preservation policy or ordinance?
I. Conflict with the provisions of an adopted
Habitat Conservation Plan, Natural
Community Conservation Plan, or other
X
approved local, regional, or state habitat
conservation plan?
Explanation of Checklist Judgments
7.a) The project site is in a developed, urbanized portion of the city and is not located in an
area containing high ecological sensitivity. As previously mentioned, the project site is
developed with a restaurant building and surface parking lot. The subject property
contains ornamental plantings and turf areas, and similar plantings are expected to be
installed on the property at the project's conclusion. Further, there are no natural
vegetation, habitat or plant communities present on -site. The property is not in an area
designated as critical habitat for any sensitive wildlife species, nor is the area subject to
any conservation plans, recovery plans, or similar policies and ordinances. The
vegetation and animal species supported in the man -made habitat include species that
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are commonly found in urban environments. As a result, no impact on biological
resources is anticipated.
7.b, c) The project site is in an urban portion of the city. The project site is not located in an area
with riparian habitat, wetlands, or any other identified sensitive natural communities. As
such, there would be no impact.
7.d) The overall project site is a 1.54 -acre site that has been permanently altered with the
development of the existing restaurant building, parking lot, roads and hardscapes. As
a result, the project site does not contain sufficient vegetation to provide for the
movement of wildlife species. Movement of wildlife species is further impeded by the
developed, urbanized nature of the surrounding area, which includes commercial,
office and institutional uses. As such, there would be no impact.
7.e) There are no local policies or ordinances protecting biological resources, such as a tree
preservation policy or ordinance applicable to the project site. Additionally, the Project
site does not contain any protected biological resources or tree species that are
considered sensitive. Therefore, Project implementation would not conflict with any local
policies or ordinances protecting biological resources. As such, there would be no
impact.
7.f) The Project site is not within the jurisdiction of an adopted Habitat Conservation Plan or
Natural Community Conservation Plan, or other approved local, regional, or state
habitat conservation plan. Therefore, Project implementation would not conflict with
these or other approved local, regional, or state habitat conservation plans. Thus, no
impact would occur.
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8. MINERAL RESOURCES
Would the project.
Potentially
less Than
Significant With
Less Than
No
Significant
Mfiigatlon
Significant
Impact
Impact
Incorporated
Impact
a. Result in the loss of availability of a known
mineral resource that would be of value to
X
the region and the residents of the state?
b. Result in the loss of availability of a locally -
important mineral resource recovery site
x
delineated on a local general plan, specific
plan or other land use plan?
Explanation of Checklist Judgments
8.a) According to the Final EIR for the City's General Plan, the City is underlain by the El
Segundo Oil Field. Seventy -six (76) oil wells have been drilled within the El Segundo Oil
Field. However, the project site and abutting properties are fully developed, and there
are no operating oil wells on or adjacent to the property. Therefore, project
implementation would not result in the loss of availability of a known mineral resource
that would be of value to the region and the residents of the state. Thus, no impact
would occur.
8.b) According to the City's General Plan, there are no designated Mineral Resources Zones
in El Segundo. Further, the General Plan does not identify the project site as an important
mineral resource recovery site. Thus, no impact would occur.
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9. HAZARDS AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
Explanation of Checklist Judgments
9.a) A wide variety of products and chemicals that are considered hazardous or toxic are
routinely used in households, commercial businesses, and industrial operations and
processes. These include cleaning and pool related chlorine products, chemical
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Potentially
less Than
less Than
Would the project:
Signtiicant
Significant Wlfh
Significant
No
Impact
Mitigation
Impact
Impact
Incorporated
a. Create a significant hazard to the public or
the environment through the routine
x
transport, use, or disposal of hazardous
materials?
b. Create a significant hazard to the public or
the environment through reasonably
foreseeable upset and accident conditions
X
involving the release of hazardous materials
into the environment?
c. Emit hazardous emissions or handle hazardous
or acutely hazardous materials, substances, or
waste within one - quarter mile of an existing or
x
proposed school?
d. Be located on a site which is included on a list
of hazardous materials sites compiled
pursuant to Government Code Section
65962.5 and, as a result, would it create a
x
significant hazard to the public or the
environment?
e. For a project located within an airport land
use plan or, where such a plan has not been
adopted, within two miles of a public airport
x
or public use airport, would the project result
in a safety hazard for people residing or
working in the project area?
f. For a project within the vicinity of a private
airstrip, would the project result in a safety
hazard for people residing or working in the
x
project area?
g. Impair implementation of or physically
interfere with an adopted emergency
x
response plan or emergency evacuation
plan?
In. Expose people or structures to a significant
risk of loss, injury or death involving wildland
fires, including where wildlands are adjacent
x
to urbanized areas or where residences are
intermixed with wildlands?
Explanation of Checklist Judgments
9.a) A wide variety of products and chemicals that are considered hazardous or toxic are
routinely used in households, commercial businesses, and industrial operations and
processes. These include cleaning and pool related chlorine products, chemical
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fertilizers, herbicides and pesticides, stored fuels and waste oil, and chemical solvents
and lubricants.
The project proposes three restaurants (one full- service, and two fast food) and a bank
building to replace the existing full - service restaurant. The project also includes a zone
text amendment to allow encroachments into certain setbacks within the MU -S zone.
The secondary activities that would occur at the restaurants (e.g., building and
landscape maintenance) would involve the use of limited quantities of hazardous
materials. Cleaning and degreasing solvents, fertilizers, pesticides, and other materials
used in the regular maintenance of buildings and landscaping would be utilized by the
proposed restaurants and bank. Solid waste, and fats, oils, and greases (FOGS) typically
associated with restaurants would be generated. Vehicles accessing the site would
contain oil and gasoline to power their engines, which could have the potential to result
in minor releases of such substances through drips or leaks. The hazardous materials
associated with the restaurants would be similar to those associated with the existing full
service Cozymel's Mexican Grill restaurant and parking lot. Due to the nature and scope
of the proposed restaurants and bank operations, the project would not be associated
with the use or disposal of hazardous materials in reportable quantities. Also, operation
of the restaurants and bank would not require the handling of hazardous or other
materials that would result in the production of large amounts of hazardous waste.
Lastly, as part of the permitting process, development plans would be reviewed by the El
Segundo Fire Department (ESFD) for hazardous material use, safe handling, and storage
of materials. If needed, the ESFD would require that conditions be applied to the Project
to reduce any potential hazardous material impacts.
As such, the project would result in a less than significant impact.
9.16) The existing restaurant was constructed in 1996. Before 1996, the project site had been
developed with other restaurant buildings and uses. The current project includes three
restaurants (one full - service, and two fast food) and a bank building to replace the
existing full- service restaurant. During Project demolition, construction personnel and the
public could be exposed to hazardous substances such as contaminated soils, asbestos
containing materials (ACM), or lead based paint (LBP). Disturbing contaminated soils
could result in the exposure of construction workers to health or safety risks if previously
unidentified contaminated soils are encountered during construction activities. The
presence of contaminated soils at the project site is not anticipated since the previous
uses that occupied the site do not include uses that would represent a potential
environmental threat or impact to the property.
In buildings constructed after 1978, it is unlikely that Lead Based Paint (LBP) and Asbestos
Containing Materials (ACMs) are present. The current restaurant building was
constructed in 1996. Thus, it is not anticipated that ACMs would be present at
concentrations that require their removal in accordance with applicable State and local
standards and regulations. Similarly, it is unlikely that LBP is present.
Therefore, Project implementation would create a less than significant impact from
hazards to the public or the environment through reasonably foreseeable upset and
accident conditions involving the release of hazardous materials into the environment.
As such, the project would have a less than significant impact.
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9.c) The Halstrom Academy occupies a tenant space in the existing five -story building across
the street from the project site to the west. Halstrom Academy is a non - traditional school
offering one -to -one classes and flexible scheduling. As stated in Response 9.a, the
project is not anticipated to emit hazardous emissions or handle hazardous or acutely
hazardous materials, substances, or waste. Therefore, the project would have no impact
related to the emission or handling of hazardous or acutely hazardous materials,
substances, or waste within one - quarter mile of a school.
9.d) The project site is currently developed with a full - service restaurant and a parking lot that
was constructed in 1996. Previous uses and buildings include restaurant uses, and an
historical records search has not found the site to have been used as a storage site or
dump. There are no physical conditions or other information that suggests that the
project site contains or has been contaminated with hazardous materials. Since the
property is only known to have been used by commercial restaurant uses, there is no
known history of hazardous material use, generation, storage, or contamination.
Likewise, during a site visit to the subject property, no stained soils, stressed vegetation,
abandoned barrels /containers, or other visible conditions were observed that would
indicate a potential for hazardous material contamination.
Lastly, the project site is not listed on the Cortese List. According to the State Resources
Water Control Board's (2015) GeoTracker database, no sites within 1,000 feet of the
project site are on said list. Further, the California Department of Toxic Substances
Control's (2015) EnviroStor website does not list any hazardous waste or substance site
within 0.5 miles of the project site. The project site is not listed on a contamination -
related database and does not present an environmental concern to the proposed
project. Therefore, the project would have no impact in this regard.
9.e, f) In compliance with legislative requirements, the Los Angeles County Airport Land Use
Commission (ALUC) prepared the Los Angeles County Airport Land Use Plan (ALUP)
(Revised December 1, 2004). The ALUP provides for the orderly expansion of Los Angeles
County's public use airports and the areas surrounding them. It is also intended to
provide for the adoption of land use measures that minimize the public's exposure to
excessive noise and safety hazards. In formulating the ALUP, the Los Angeles County
ALUC established provisions for safety, noise insulation, and the regulation of building
height within areas adjacent to each of the County's public airports
The ALUC adopted planning boundaries for each of the public use airports in Los
Angeles County. The planning boundaries delineate areas subject to noise impacts and
safety hazards (height restriction areas and approach surface and runway protection
zones [RPZ]). Within these boundaries, certain proposed local actions must be submitted
to the ALUC for review. The airport influence area maps illustrate the planning
boundaries, RPZs, and 65 and 70 CNEL noise contours.
The Project site is located two miles south of LAX. According to the Los Angeles
International Airport - Airport Influence Area Map, the Project site is situated outside of
the LAX Planning Area Boundary/Airport Influence Area. The Project site is located
approximately 2.5 miles west of Hawthorne Municipal Airport (HMA). Therefore, Project
implementation would not result in an airport - related safety hazard for people working or
visiting the Project site. As such, there would be no impact.
9.g) The El Segundo Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS) Emergency
Operations Plan (EOP) addresses the City's planned response to extraordinary
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emergency situations, and incorporates the Emergency Operations Center (EOC),
phone systems, and other infrastructure changes that occurred since the first edition of
the Plan was created. The objective of the EOP is to centralize coordination of all
necessary personnel and facilities of the City into an organization capable of responding
to any emergency. The EOP addresses the four fundamental elements of comprehensive
emergency management: 1) Mitigation; 2) Preparedness; 3) Response; and 4) Recovery.
The City has also prepared an evacuation plan that identifies routes for evacuations in
the event of an emergency. Local access to /from the Project site, which is available via
Rosecrans Avenue and Apollo Street, would not be interrupted during the construction
phase, since all improvements would occur entirely within the property limits.
The two access driveways that exist on the property would remain accessible to
emergency vehicles, which would be augmented with a new third driveway along
Continental Way. During the plan check process, the project would be required to
obtain approval from the ESFD to verify adequate emergency vehicle access is
provided. Additionally, evacuation plans and procedures would be required to be
incorporated into building and site design, per ESFD regulations. Therefore, due to the
nature and scope of the proposed improvements, project implementation would not
impair implementation of or physically interfere with the City's EOP, evacuation plan, or
site access by emergency personnel. Thus, no impact would occur.
9.h) The project site is not designated as a "Very High Fire Hazard" area by the California
Department of Forestry and Fire Protection. Since the project site is located within an
urban area and not adjacent to wildlands, development of the proposed project would
not introduce additional landscaping above what is already present on -site. As such, it is
not anticipated to create hazardous fire conditions. Thus, no impact would occur.
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10. NOISE
Would the project.
Potentially
less Than
Significant With
less Than
No
Significant
Mitigation
Significant
Impact
Impact
Incorporated
Impact
a. Exposure of persons to or generation of noise
levels in excess of standards established in the
local general plan or noise ordinance, or
X
applicable standards of other agencies?
b. Exposure of persons to or generation of
excessive groundborne vibration or
X
groundborne noise levels?
c. A substantial permanent increase in ambient
noise levels in the project vicinity above levels
X
existing without the project?
d. A substantial temporary or periodic increase
in ambient noise levels in the project vicinity
X
above levels existing without the project?
e. For a project located within an airport land
use plan or, where such a plan has not been
adopted, within two miles of a public airport
or public use airport, would the project
x
expose people residing or working in the
project area to excessive noise levels?
f. For a project within the vicinity of a private
airstrip, would the project expose people
x
residing or working in the project area to
excessive noise levels?
Noise Fundamentals
Noise is generally defined as sound that is loud, disagreeable, or unexpected. The selection of a
proper noise descriptor for a specific source is dependent on the spatial and temporal
distribution, duration, and fluctuation of the noise. The noise descriptors most often encountered
when dealing with traffic, community, and environmental noise include an overall frequency
weighted sound level in decibels that approximates the frequency response of the human ear
(A- weighted decibels or dBA).
Noise can be generated by a number of sources, including mobile sources, such as
automobiles, trucks, and airplanes, and stationary sources, such as construction sites, machinery,
and industrial operations. The rate depends on the ground surface and the number or type of
objects between the noise source and the receiver. Mobile transportation sources, such as
highways, and hard and flat surfaces, such as concrete or asphalt, have an attenuation rate of
3.0 dBA per doubling of distance. Soft surfaces, such as uneven or vegetated terrain, have an
attenuation rate of about 4.5 dBA per doubling of distance from the source. Noise generated
by stationary sources typically attenuates at a rate of approximately 6.0 to 7.5 dBA per doubling
of distance from the source (EPA 1971). Construction noise levels are assumed to average 6 dB
of attenuation per doubling of distance from the source.
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Sound levels can be reduced by placing barriers between the noise source and the receiver. In
general, barriers contribute to decreasing noise levels only when the structure breaks the "line of
sight" between the source and the receiver. Buildings, concrete walls, and berms can all act as
effective noise barriers. Wooden fences or broad areas of dense foliage can also reduce noise,
but are less effective than solid barriers.
El Segundo General Plan
The General Plan EIR provides land use compatibility standards for interior and exterior noise.
Table 11, Exterior and Interior Compatibility Standards, outlines the compatibility standards for
various land uses.
Table 11
Exterior and Interior Compatibility Standards
Land Use
Ldn (dBA)
Exterior Noise Standard
Interior Noise Standard
Residential - single and two family
65
55
Residential - multiple family
75
55
Community clubs
75
55
Schools
75
55
Parks - Sports oriented
75
75
Parks - Relaxation oriented
65
55
Libraries
75
55
Churches
75
55
Sanitariums
65
55
Homes for the aged
65
55
Commercial Activities
75
75
Industrial Activities
75
75
Source: City of El Segundo, General Plan Environmental Impact Report, February 1992, Page 4.10 -3.
El Segundo Municipal Code
Based on the Federal and State guidelines, the City established land use standards for noise,
which are provided in ESMC Chapter 7 -2, Noise and Vibration. The relevant sections of ESMC
Chapter 7 -2 are presented below.
ESMC § 7 -2 -4, Noise Standards. This Section establishes the standard for commercial and
industrial property as 8 dBA above the ambient noise level.
ESMC §, 7 -2 -10, Exemptions. According to this Section, the following activities are exempt from
the provisions of ESMC Chapter 7 -2:
"(D) Construction Noise: Noise sources associated with or vibration created by
construction, repair, or remodeling of any real property, provided said activities do not
take place between the hours of six o'clock (6:00) P.M and seven o'clock (7:00) AM
Monday through Saturday, or at any time on Sunday or a Federal holiday, and provided
the noise level created by such activities does not exceed the noise standard of sixty five
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(65) dBA plus the limits specified in § 7 -2 -4C of this Chapter as measured on the receptor
residential property line and provided any vibration created does not endanger the
public health, welfare and safety."
For construction noise, a "substantial" noise increase can be defined as interference with
activities during the day and night. One indicator that construction noise could interfere with
daytime activities would be speech interference. As the City does not have quantitative
guidelines for construction noise, the following criteria is utilized in the analysis to define relative
construction - related noise impacts:
Speech interference Criteria. Speech Interference Level was designed as a simplified substitute
for the Articulation Index.2 As Speech Interference Level does not take the actual speech level
into account, the associated masking effect depends upon vocal effort and speaker -to- listener
distance. Speech spoken with slightly more vocal effort can be understood well, when the noise
level is 65 dBA. A typical building can reduce noise levels by 20 dBA with the windows closed.3
This noise reduction could be maintained only on a temporary basis in some cases, since it
assumes windows would remain closed at all times. Therefore, this analysis utilizes an interior level
of 65 dBA as a criterion level for determining significance for construction related activities, in the
absence of an adopted specific construction noise related threshold by the City.
The project area is highly urbanized, consisting primarily of commercial uses. The primary noise
sources in the project vicinity are urban - related activities (e.g., mechanical equipment, traffic,
and parking areas). The noise associated with these sources may represent a single -event noise
occurrence, short -term, or long- term /continuous noise.
Explanation of Checklist Judgements
10.a) Ground -borne noise and other types of construction - related noise impacts would
typically occur during the initial site preparation. Initial site preparation could create the
highest levels of noise. However, it is generally the shortest of all construction phases. High
ground -borne noise levels and other miscellaneous noise levels can be created by the
operation of heavy -duty trucks, backhoes, bulldozers, excavators, tractors, graders,
pavers, and other heavy -duty construction equipment. Operating cycles for construction
equipment may involve one or two minutes of full power operation followed by three to
four minutes at lower power settings. Other primary sources of acoustical disturbance
would be due to random incidents, which would last less than one minute (such as
dropping large pieces of equipment or the hydraulic movement of machinery lifts).
As shown in Table 12, Typical Outdoor Construction Noise Levels, typical construction
noise levels, irrespective of construction phase, typically generate noise levels between
77 dBA and 86 dBA at a distance of 50 feet. These noise levels would diminish rapidly or
attenuate with distance from the construction site, at a rate of approximately 6 dBA per
doubling of distance. For example, a noise level of 86 dBA measured at 50 feet from the
noise source to the receptor would reduce to 80 dBA at 100 feet from the source to the
receptor, and reduce by another 6 dBA, to 74 dBA, at 200 feet from the source to the
receptor. As indicated in Table 12, maximum typical construction - related noise levels
Articulation index takes into account that some frequencies are more effective in masking speech than others. The
frequency range from 250 to 7000 Hz is divided into 20 bands. The difference between file average speech peak level in each of
these bands is calculated and the resulting numbers combined to give a single index.
3 United States Department of Housing and Urban Development, The Noise Guidebook, undated, Page 14.
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measured at 100 feet from the project site would be reduced by approximately 6 dBA to
approximately 80 dBA and would likely occur during excavation and external finishing
work for the project.
Table 12
Typical Outdoor Construction Noise Levels
Construction Phase
Noise Level at 50
feet with Mufflers
(dBA Lea)
Noise Level at 100
feet with Mufflers
(dBA L,q)
Noise Level at 150
feet with Mufflers
(dBA Leq)
Noise Level at 200
feet with Mufflers
(dBA LQ
Ground Clearing
82
76
70
64
Excavation /Grading
86
80
74
68
Foundations
77
71
65
59
Structural
83
77
71
65
External Finishing
86
80
74
68
Source: Bolt, Beranek, and Newman, Noise from Construction Equipment and Operations, Building Equipment and Home
Appliances, 1971.
Construction of the project is anticipated to commence in late 2016, for a duration of
approximately 9 months. During each stage of construction, there would be a different
mix of equipment operating, and noise levels would vary based on the 'type of
equipment in operation and the location of activity. Construction activities are subject
to compliance with ESMC § 7 -2 -10, Exemptions, which prohibits construction between the
hours of 6:00 PM and 7:00 AM Monday through Saturday, or at any time on Sunday or a
Federal holiday. Further, there are no sensitive receptors in the area that would be
impacted by short -term construction noise. As such, impacts would be less than
significant.
10.b) Project construction can generate varying degrees of groundborne vibration, depending
on the construction procedure and the construction equipment used. Operation of
construction equipment generates vibrations that spread through the ground and diminish
in amplitude with distance from the source. The effect on buildings located in the vicinity of
the construction site often varies depending on soil type, ground strata, and construction
characteristics of the receiver building(s). The results from vibration can range from no
perceptible effects at the lowest vibration levels, to low rumbling sounds and perceptible
vibration at moderate levels, to slight damage at the highest levels. Ground -borne
vibrations from construction activities rarely reach levels that damage structures.
The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) published standard vibration velocities for
construction equipment operations. In general, the FTA architectural damage criterion for
continuous vibrations (i.e., 0.2 inch /second) appears to be conservative even for sustained
pile driving. Pile driving levels often exceed 0.2 inch /second at distances of 50 feet, and 0.5
inch /second at 25 feet without any apparent damage to buildings. Building damage can
be cosmetic or structural. Ordinary buildings that are not particularly fragile would not
experience any cosmetic damage (e.g., plaster cracks) at distances beyond 30 feet. This
distance can vary substantially depending on the soil composition and underground
geological layer between vibration source and receiver. In addition, not all buildings
respond similarly to vibration generated by construction equipment. The typical vibration
produced by construction equipment is detailed in Table 13, Typical Vibration Levels for
Construction Equipment. As indicated in Table 13, based on the FTA data, vibration
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velocities from typical heavy construction equipment that would be used during project
construction range from 0.003 to 0.644 inch -per- second peak particle velocity (PPV) at 25
feet from the source of activity.
Ground -borne vibration would be generated due to site clearing and grading activities
during construction of the Project. The nearest structures are located approximately 100
feet to the north of the construction area. As demonstrated in Table 13, vibration levels at
100 feet would range from 0.0004 to 0.026 PPV. The anticipated vibration levels would not
exceed the 0.2 inch -per- second PPV significance threshold during construction operations
at the nearest receptors. It is noted, the 0.2 inch -per- second PPV is a conservative
threshold, as it is the construction vibration damage criteria for non - engineered timber and
masonry buildings 4 Buildings within the Project area would be better represented by the 0.5
inch -per- second PPV significance threshold (construction vibration damage criteria for a
reinforced concrete, steel or timber buildings).5 Therefore, vibration impacts associated
with construction are anticipated to be less than significant.
Table 13
Typical Vibration Levels for Construction Equipment
Equipment
Reference peak particle velocity at 25 feet
Approximate peak particle velocity at
(incheslsecond)
100 feet (inchesisecondy
Large bulldozer
0.089
0.011
Loaded trucks
0.076
0.010
Small bulldozer
0.003
0.0004
Jackhammer
0.035
0.004
Vibratory compactor /roller
0.210
0.026
Notes:
1— Federal Transit Administration, Transit Noise and Vibration Impact Assessment Guidelines, May 2006. Table 12 -2.
2 — Calculated using the following formula:
PPV equo = PPVrerx (25 /D)' S
where: PPV (equip) = the peak particle velocity in in /sec of the equipment adjusted for the distance
PPV (ref) = the reference vibration level in in /sec from Table 12 -2 of the FTA Transit Noise and Vibration Impact Assessment
Guidelines
D = the distance from the equipment to the receiver
The project will require site preparation and construction activities. There are no sensitive
receptors in the area, and construction would occur during the days and hours
permitted by the City's Development Code. As such, due to the project site location,
which is within an urbanized area with no sensitive receptors, impacts would be less than
significant.
10.c) The project itself will not result in any substantial permanent increase in ambient noise
levels above levels existing without the project. The project site is located within an
urbanized area, and is currently developed with a restaurant and associated parking.
The project will introduce two additional buildings to the site with similar or less intense
uses. However, although the project would introduce outdoor dining areas, any increase
to the ambient noise level would be negligible. Construction noise would be temporary
4 Federal Transit Administration, Transit Noise and Vibration Impact Assessment Guidelines, May 2006. Table 12 -3.
5 ]bid.
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and would not result in an increase to the ambient noise level for the site and the area
(also see Response 10.a). As such, impacts would be less than significant.
10.d) See Response 10.a) and Response 10.b). Thus, impacts would be less than significant.
10.e) Although the project site is located two miles south of LAX, the site is not located in the
LAX airport land use plan. Therefore, project implementation would not expose people
residing or working in the project area to excessive noise levels.
The project site is located two miles south of LAX. According to the Los Angeles
International Airport - Airport Influence Area Map, the project site is not located within
the LAX planning boundaries, which include the 65 and 70 CNEL noise contours.
Additionally, the Project site is located approximately 2.5 miles west of Hawthorne
Municipal Airport (HMA). According to the Hawthorne Municipal Airport - Airport
Influence Area Map, the project site is not located within the HMA planning boundaries.
Therefore, project implementation would not expose people working in or visiting the
data center to excessive airport - related noise levels. As such, impacts would be less
than significant.
10.f) The project site is not located in the vicinity of a private airstrip. Exposure of people
residing or working in the project site to excessive noise levels is not anticipated as a
result of project implementation. Thus, there would be no impact.
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11. PUBLIC SERVICES
Would the project:
Potentially
Significant
Significant Than
SiSignificant With
Less Than Th
Significant le e s ThNo
Impact
p
Mitigation
Impact
Impact
Incorporated
o. Would the project result in substantial adverse
physical impacts associated with the
provision of new or physically altered
governmental facilities, need for new or
physically altered governmental facilities, the
construction of which could cause significant
environmental impacts, in order to maintain
acceptable service ratios, response times or
other performance objectives for any of the
public services:
i) Fire protection?
X
ii) Police protection?
X
iii) Schools?
X
iv) Parks?
X
v) Other public facilities?
Explanation of Checklist Judgments
1I.a.i) The City of El Segundo Fire Department (ESFD) provides fire protection and emergency
medical services to the project area. The fire department currently has 43 sworn
personnel, and five civilian employees. The City is divided into two districts for fire
response, with Sepulveda Boulevard as the dividing line. Station 1 responds to calls west
of Sepulveda Boulevard and Station 2 east of Sepulveda Boulevard. The Project site is
within Station 2's fire response district. Station 2 is located at 2161 El Segundo Boulevard,
approximately 1.7 miles from the project site. Station 1 (Headquarters at the Civic Center
Complex) is located at 314 Main Street; approximately 3 miles from the project site.
Depending on the nature or size of the alarm, units will cross over into the other district to
assist. The fire stations include two fire engines, one fire truck, two paramedic rescues,
one battalion chief's command vehicle, and one type -1 heavy level urban search and
rescue unit. There are 14 Firefighters on duty 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Each
shift consists of one Battalion Chief; four Captains; four Engineers, five Paramedics, and
five Firefighters.
Generally, the need for new facilities is based on the time it takes for a station to respond
to an incident. The fire department seeks a response time goal of between five and
eight minutes to minimize structural loss. According to the General Plan EIR, the stations
have an average response time of two minutes for the City's residential areas, and
slightly less than four minutes for commercial /industrial areas. Because both stations are
within 3 miles from the project site, response times are expected to continually be less
than the response time goal of between five and eight minutes. Although there could
be an increase demand on existing fire services and facilities as a result of increasing the
patrons at the project site, the proposed project is already developed with a restaurant,
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and the project is not anticipated to increase service ratios, response times, or other
performance objectives to the extent that new or physically altered fire facilities would
be required.
Lastly, the Fire Department has review and approval authority over building plans in
subsequent phases of construction design to ensure adherence with fire department
regulations and requirements. As such, impacts on fire protection serves are anticipated
to be less than significant.
1l.a.ii) The City of El Segundo Police Department provides police protection in the City. The
ESPD's headquarters are located at 348 Main Street at the Civic Center Complex. The
Project site is located in the East Command, which includes the area east of Sepulveda
Boulevard. ESPD is staffed by a total of 55 sworn officers and 29 administrative personnel,
and 15 volunteers.6 Based on the City's January 2016 population estimate of 16,646
persons and 55 sworn personnel, the department operates at a ratio of one sworn police
officer per 302 persons. While the project may increase the number of visitors to the
area, any anticipated increase in calls for law enforcement services would be negligible
and the police department has sufficient facilities to handle any anticipated increase in
such calls. Thus, development of the proposed project is not expected to substantially
affect police protection needs or service ratios, and would not result in the need for new
or physically altered police facilities. As such, impacts would be less than significant.
I 1.a.iii) The project site is located within the El Segundo Unified School District, which provides
kindergarten through 12th grade public education services in El Segundo. Since the
project involves construction of three new restaurants and a bank building, project
implementation would not result in an increase in the district's student population; thus,
the project would not result in the need for construction of new school facilities or the
alteration of existing facilities. As such, impacts would be less than significant.
ll.a.iv)The Project does not propose new or physically altered parks or recreational facilities.
Project implementation would not involve residential development, thus, would not
generate a demand for park facilities through new residential development. Conversely,
project implementation would not generate a significant demand for park facilities or
increase the use of existing facilities, as a result of the new employees, since by nature,
the work place would offer the new employees minimal opportunity for use of the City's
existing recreational facilities. Project implementation would result in a less than
significant impact.
ll.a.v) Library services for the Project area are provided by the El Segundo Public Library
located at 1 1 1 West Mariposa Avenue. The Project does not propose new or physically
altered library facilities. Project implementation would not involve residential
development, thus, would not generate a significant demand for new or physically
altered library facilities. Project implementation would result in a less than significant
impact to library facilities. Thus, impacts would be less than significant.
e Telephone Communication: Randall, Margie, Executive Assistant to the Chief of Police, El Segundo Police Department,
May 16, 2016.
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12. UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS
Explanation of Checklist Judgments
12.a) The proposed demolition and redevelopment of the project site will result in a net
increase in the floor area on the project site by 5,375 square feet. Further, the proposed
redevelopment would introduce two additional restaurant uses and a bank, which
would result in an increase in visitors to the project site. Consequently, the project would
result in an increase in the site's wastewater generation, and thus, an increase in the
demand for wastewater treatment. The wastewater generated by the project would be
treated by Los Angeles County Sanitation District No. 5 at its Joint Water Pollution Control
Plant (JWPCP), located at 24501 South Figueroa Street in the City of Carson. The facility
provides both primary and secondary treatment for approximately 275 million gallons
daily of wastewater. Before discharge, the treated wastewater is disinfected with i m
hypochlorite and sent to the Pacific Ocean through a network of outfalls. These outfalls
extend a mile and a hal iwo files off the Palos Verdes Peninsula to a depth of 200 feet.
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Potentially
less Than
Less Than
Would the project:
Signilicant
Significant With
Significant
No
Impact
p
Mitigation
Impact
p
Impact
Incorporated
a. Exceed wastewater treatment requirements
of the applicable Regional Water Quality
X
Control Board?
b. Require or result in the construction of new
water or wastewater treatment facilities or
expansion of existing facilities, the
X
construction of which could cause significant
environmental effects?
c. Require or result in the construction of new
storm water drainage facilities or expansion of
existing facilities, the construction of which
X
could cause significant environmental
effects?
d. Have sufficient water supplies available to
serve the project from existing entitlements
and resources, or are new or expanded
x
entitlements needed?
e. Result in a determination by the wastewater
treatment provider which serves or may serve
the project that it has adequate capacity to
serve the project's projected demand in
x
addition to the provider's existing
commitments?
f. Be served by a landfill with sufficient
permitted capacity to accommodate the
X
project's solid waste disposal needs?
g. Comply with federal, state, and local statutes
and regulations related to solid waste?
x
Explanation of Checklist Judgments
12.a) The proposed demolition and redevelopment of the project site will result in a net
increase in the floor area on the project site by 5,375 square feet. Further, the proposed
redevelopment would introduce two additional restaurant uses and a bank, which
would result in an increase in visitors to the project site. Consequently, the project would
result in an increase in the site's wastewater generation, and thus, an increase in the
demand for wastewater treatment. The wastewater generated by the project would be
treated by Los Angeles County Sanitation District No. 5 at its Joint Water Pollution Control
Plant (JWPCP), located at 24501 South Figueroa Street in the City of Carson. The facility
provides both primary and secondary treatment for approximately 275 million gallons
daily of wastewater. Before discharge, the treated wastewater is disinfected with i m
hypochlorite and sent to the Pacific Ocean through a network of outfalls. These outfalls
extend a mile and a hal iwo files off the Palos Verdes Peninsula to a depth of 200 feet.
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The JWPCP must comply with its current National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
(NPDES) Permit, which regulates its discharges. Specifically, the California Regional
Water Quality Control Board, Los Angeles Region, adopted the Waste Discharge
Requirements (WDRs) and NPDES Permit - Joint Outfall System, Joint Water Pollution
Control Plant (NPDES Permit No. CA0053813, CH 758) on September 1, 2011.
Due to the nature and scope of the proposed development, the project would not alter
the JWPCP's wastewater inlet or discharge characteristics. The JWPCP would continue
to be subject to compliance with its NPDES Permit, which is administered subject to the
requirements and limitations of the NPDES program and enforced by the LARWQCB.
Therefore, the wastewater generation attributed to the project would not cause the
JWPCP to exceed LARWQCB wastewater treatment requirements.
The proposed project is consistent with the site's General Plan land use designation.
General Plans are used by the RWQCB when issuing NPDES permits. Therefore, it is not
anticipated that the proposed project would result in wastewater treatment
requirements being exceeded. The region's existing wastewater facilities are designed
to treat domestic sewage and to accommodate the level of growth anticipated in local
general plans. The proposed project is consistent with the existing City of El Segundo
zoning and General Plan land use designations for the project site. Therefore, the
proposed project would not generate wastewater in a manner that would exceed the
wastewater treatment requirements of the Regional Water Quality Control Board. As
such, implementation of the project would have a less than significant impact upon
wastewater treatment requirements.
12.d, d, e) The project site is located within the jurisdiction of the West Basin Municipal Water
District (West Basin). West Basin relies on the following mix of water resources: 21%
groundwater; 65% imported water; 7% recycled water; and 7% conservation efforts. In
compliance with legislative requirements, West Basin prepared the West Basin Municipal
Water District 2010 Urban Water Management (UWMP), and has recently completed a
draft 2015 UWMP. The UWMP details how West Basin manages their water supplies and
demands under all hydrology conditions. The UWMP also demonstrates how West Basin
proposes to meet their service area's retail demands over the next 25 years and provide
long -term water reliability. According to draft 2015 UWMP Table 3 -1, Historic Water
Demand per West Basin Retail Agency (AF), the City reduced its demand by 3% in the
last five years relative to the period 2006 -2010. The UWMP concluded that West Basin
does not anticipate any shortages and will be able to provide reliable water supplies
under both single dry year and multiple dry year conditions.
The proposed project would result in a net increase of 5,375 square feet of additional
floor area, comprised of a 3,010 square foot bank and 2,365 square feet of additional
restaurant space. Based on 1 b Class
of Land Use link. r a# Oa �ailnpy s ,ear d,,sTper 1,000 square fee�f
Of;iGSaGes;' —the project would generate an additional water demand of
approximately 2,267 -� flt] gallons per day. Considering the overall water usage in the
City, the net increase would be negligible, and West Basin does not anticipate any
shortages and will be able to provide reliable water supplies under both single dry year
and multiple dry year conditions.
7 Water Supply Assessment, El Segundo South Campus Specific Plan. RBF Consulting, April 2013.
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Wastewater generated by the project would be treated at the Joint Water Pollution
Control Plant located in Carson, which has a design capacity of 40-1345 mgd and
currently processes an average flow of 256,8_29G.-5 mgd. With the proposed project, it is
expected that there will be a negligible increase, which would not impact the design
capacity of the JWPCP. Thus, the project is not anticipated to result in a need for new or
substantial alternations to the existing sewer system due to the limited amount of
additional sewage that would generated by the project.
Lastly, a formal water supply assessment is not required for the project, because the
project's increase in water demand resulting from the net increase is floor area would be
far less than the amount of water required by a 500 - dwelling unit project, which is the
study threshold established in Water Code Section 10912(a)(7). Thus, impacts would be
less than significant.
12.c) Existing storm drain facilities are anticipated to be adequate to accommodate project
flows as discussed more fully in subsection 4, Hydrology and Water Qualify, of this Initial
Study. Thus, impacts would be less than significant.
12.f) Solid waste from the project site would continue to be serviced by multiple refuse
disposal facilities, including twelve landfills, gas -to- energy /refuse -to- energy facilities,
material recovery facilities, and various recycling facilities and transfer stations. In 2014,
the City of El Segundo produced approximately 39,762.26 tons of solid waste, as reported
to California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle 2014). The
majority of this waste, 37.5 percent, was taken to the Sunshine Canyon City /County
Landfill, which has a cease operations date of December 31, 2037. All other area landfills
have a cease operations date beyond the year 2019. With the proposed project, it is
expected that there will be a negligible increase in solid waste production; however,
based on the information, landfills would have sufficient remaining capacities to absorb
the solid waste increase resulting from the proposed project.
Table 14
City of El Segundo Solid Waste Disposal a 2014
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2014 City
Permitted Maximum
Remaining Capacity
Cease Operations
Destination Facility
Tonnage to
Capacity
(Million Cubic Yards)
Date
Facility
(million cubic yards)
(survey date)
American Avenue Disposal Site
-
32.700
20.40)
08/31/2031
Antelope Valley Public Landfill
84
20.400
(04/14/2011)
01/01/2042
Azusa Land Reclamation Co.
310
80.571
51.512
1/1/2045
Landfill
(09/30/2012)
Chemical Waste Management
1,358
18.400
17.468
(11/19/2010)
01/01/2030
Chiquita Canyon Sanitary Landfill
1,041
63.900
0.606
(03/31/2016)
11/24/2019
Commerce Refuse -to- Energy
-
El Sobrante Landfill
8,616
184.930
145.530
(4/6/2009)
1/1/2045
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Frank Bowerman Landfill
1,911
266.000
205.000
12131/2053
(02/29/2008)
Lancaster Landfill and Recycling
1
27.700
14.514
3/1/2044
Center
(8/28/2012)
McKittrick Waste Treatment Site
134
5.475
0.771
(04/04/2012)
12/3112059
Mid - Valley Sanitary Landfill
944
101.300
67.520
(09/01/2009)
04/01/2033
Olinda Alpha Sanitary Landfill
5,684
148.800
34.200
12/3112021
(11/30/2014)
Prima Deshecha Sanitary Landfill
184
172.900
87.385
12/31/2067
(8/1/2005)
San Timoteo Sanitary Landfill
138
20.400
13.600
01/01/2043
(12/11/2012)
Simi Valley Landfill and Recycling
4,442
119.600
119.600
1/31/2052
Southeast Resource Recovery
Facility
Sunshine Canyon City /County
14,902
140.900
96.800
12/31/2037
Landfill
(10/31 /2012)
Victorville Sanitary Landfill
14
83.200
81.500
10/01/2047
2014 Total
39,762.29
Source: CalRecycle 2014
Lastly, it should also be noted that the City has completed a comprehensive Source
Reduction and Recycling Element (SRRE) in compliance with Assembly Bill (AB) 939,
which requires every city in California to reduce the waste it sends to landfills. As of 2006,
the City was recycling 84 percent of its solid waste, thereby complying with the standards
established by AB 939. As such, impacts related to solid waste disposal facilities would be
less than significant.
12.g) The project would be required to comply with adopted programs and regulations
pertaining to solid waste. Thus, participation in the City's recycling programs during
construction and operation would ensure that the Project would not conflict with federal,
state, and local statutes and regulations related to solid waste. As such, there would be
a less than significant impact in this regard.
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13. AGRICULTURE AND FOREST RESOURCES
In determining whether impacts to agricultural
resources are significant environmental effects,
lead agencies may refer to the California
Agricultural Land Evaluation and Site Assessment
Model (1997) prepared by the California
Department of Conservation as an optional model
to use in assessing impacts on agriculture and
farmland. In determining whether impacts to forest
less Than
resources, including timberland, are significant
Potentially
Significant With
less Than
No
environmental effects, lead agencies may refer to
Significant
Mitigation
significant
Impact
information compiled by the California
Impact
Incorporated
Impact
Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
regarding the state's Inventory of forest land,
including the Forest and Range Assessment
Project and the Forest Legacy Assessment project,
and forest carbon measurement methodology
provided in Forest Protocols adopted by the
California Air Resources Board. Would the project:
a. Convert Prime Farmland, Unique Farmland, or
Farmland of Statewide Importance
(Farmland), as shown on the maps prepared
pursuant to the Farmland Mapping and
X
Monitoring Program of the California
Resources Agency, to non- agricultural use?
b. Conflict with existing zoning for agricultural
use, or a Williamson Act contract?
X
c. Conflict with existing zoning for, or cause
rezoning of, forest land (as defined in Public
Resources Code section 12220(g)),
timberland (as defined by Public Resources
X
Code section 4526), or timberland zoned
Timberland Production (as defined by
Government Code section 51104(g))?
d. Result in the loss of forest land or conversion
of forest land to non- forest use?
X
e. Involve other changes in the existing
environment which, due to their location or
nature, could result in conversion of
X
Farmland, to non - agricultural use or
conversion of forest land to non- forest use?
Explanation of Checklist Judgments
13.a) The project site is currently developed with a restaurant and surface parking, and the site
is located in a fully developed and urbanized area in El Segundo. Further, the site is not
located adjacent to or near any land used for agricultural purposes. Since the site is fully
developed with a restaurant and parking lot, the site is not used for agricultural purposes.
Lastly, the project site is not designated as Prime Farmland, Unique Farmland, or
Farmland of Statewide Importance. As such, there would be no impact to farmland.
13.b -d)The Project site is zoned Urban Mixed Use South (MU -S), designated Commercial, and is
not part of a Williamson Act Contract. Surrounding lands to the north, east and west
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within the City of El Segundo are zoned Urban Mixed Use South (MU -S), while the lands to
the south within the City of Manhattan Beach are developed as a commercial shopping
center and zoned Planned Development (PD) and Industrial Park (IP). The project site
and the surrounding areas are developed and there are no forest land onsite or in the
area. Consequently, project implementation would not conflict with existing zoning for
agricultural use or a Williamson Act contract, nor would it cause rezoning of forest land,
timberland, or timberland zoned Timberland Production. As such, there would be no
impact to agricultural zoning, forest land, or timberland uses.
13.e) The Project site is developed with a restaurant and surface parking, and there are no
agricultural or forest uses in the vicinity. Therefore, project implementation would not
involve changes in the existing environment that could result in conversion of Farmland
to non- agricultural use or conversion of forest land to non- forest use. As such, there would
be no impact.
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14. AESTHETICS
Would the project:
a. Have a substantial adverse effect on a scenic
vista?
b. Substantially damage scenic resources,
including, but not limited to, Trees; rock
outcroppings, and historic buildings within a
state scenic highway?
C. Substantially degrade the existing visual
character or quality of the site and its
surroundings?
d. Create a new source of substantial light or
glare, which would adversely affect day or
nighttime views in the area?
Explanation of Checklist Judgments
Potentially (Less Than less Than
Significant Significant WRh SI niticani
MRIgation g
Impact Incorporated Impact
No
Impact
14.a) The project site is located in a predominantly urbanized area of the City, with a mix of
commercial, retail and office uses. General Plan Exhibit C -10 (Master Plan of Streets)
identifies Rosecrans Avenue as a major arterial in an area of the City which consists of,
and is surrounded by urban /developed land. However, there are no General Plan -
identified scenic vistas /views located in the Project area. Therefore, project
implementation would have no impact on a scenic vista /view.
14.1b) The project site is not located along a designated State scenic highway. There is no
vegetation on the Project site, aside from ornamental trees that are not protected tree
species. Further, no historic buildings or rock outcroppings are located on the project
site. Therefore, project implementation would have no impact to scenic resources within
a state scenic highway.
14.c) A project is generally considered to have a significant visual /aesthetic impact if it
substantially changes the character of a project site such that it becomes visually
incompatible or visually unexpected when viewed in the context of its surroundings.
These changes would degrade the existing visual character or quality of the site and its
surroundings.
The existing visual character of the project site is defined by the existing restaurant
building and associated parking lot. The existing visual character of the Project site's
surroundings is defined by low -rise commercial /retail and light industrial developments,
and mid -rise office developments. The area does not exhibit a distinct architectural
character and there is no uniformity of architectural styles. No unique or scenic visual
resources exist on the project site or in its surroundings.
The Project involves demolishing an existing 8,195 square foot restaurant building, and
constructing three freestanding buildings: the first building to accommodate a full service
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restaurant, a second building to accommodate two high turnover fast food uses, and a
third building to accommodate a bank. Other features include a total of approximately
3,320 square feet of outdoor dining areas between the new buildings and along the
Rosecrans Avenue frontage of the restaurant buildings to engage and encourage
pedestrian activity along Rosecrans Avenue and Apollo Street, and parking in the rear.
The new buildings would include a modern architectural style and include treatments
such as aluminum powder coated trellis, steel I -beam, aluminum powder coated louvers,
fiber cement panels, metal fascia, aluminum store front system, and smooth trowel
plaster. The exterior colors would include earth tones and gray tones. Building heights
would from 24' to 27' to add vertical articulation to the building. Other improvements
include 88 onsite parking stalls (89 offsite), landscaping, concrete walks, fencing, storm
drainage, lighting, trash enclosures, and three ingress /egress access driveways.
The Project must comply with ESMC site development standards (regarding building
height, setbacks, and building area) including screening, landscaping, and signage
regulations that influence the site's visual character. As specified in Response l.b)
above, the proposed development does not comply with the current development
standards of the City's Zoning Code; specifically, the standards regulating
encroachments of onsite parking into interior side yard and rear yard setback areas in
the MU -S Zone, setbacks requirements for outdoor dining areas and outdoor gathering
areas, and front and side yard setback requirements for buildings in the MU -S zone.
However, the proposed project includes a Zone Text Amendment that, if approved,
would modify the development standards and result in a project that complies with the
City's Zoning Code. The proposed amendments are not found to be inconsistent with
the goals and policies of the City's General Plan, the underlying zoning and land use
designations. Further, the City has determined that the amendments would continue to
facilitate and expand the commercial opportunities in the MU -S zoning district. The
Project's visual compatibility with the surrounding's visual character would be achieved
through the Project's compliance with the ESMC standards and regulations. Although
the proposed development would alter the visual character of the project site, the visual
changes would not degrade the visual character or quality of the site's surroundings
since the proposed project includes a commercial development and architecture that is
similar to, and blends with the urbanized commercial character of the area. As such,
project implementation would result in a less than significant impact.
14.d) Light. There are two primary sources of light: light emanating from building interiors that
pass through windows, and light from exterior sources (e.g., street lighting, parking lot
lighting, building illumination, security lighting, and landscape lighting). Depending upon
the location of the light source and its proximity to adjacent light sensitive uses, light
introduction can be a nuisance, affecting adjacent areas and diminishing the view of
the clear night sky. Light spillage is typically defined as unwanted illumination from light
fixtures on adjacent properties.
Existing lighting conditions at the Project site include light emanating from the full service
Cozymel's Mexican Grill restaurant, and light from exterior sources associated with the
existing development, including building security and parking lot lighting. Existing lighting
conditions at the surrounding areas include light emanating from the office and
commercial /retail uses located to the north and across the streets, as well as nearby
street lighting. There are no sensitive receptors (sensitive to light) located in the project's
immediate vicinity.
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Glare. Glare is primarily a daytime occurrence caused by the reflection of sunlight or
artificial light by highly polished surfaces such as window glass or reflective materials and,
to a lesser degree, from broad expanses of light- colored surfaces. Perceived glare is the
unwanted and potentially objectionable sensation as observed by a person looking
directly into the light source of a luminaire. Daytime glare generation is common in
urban areas and is typically associated with buildings with exterior facades largely or
entirely comprised of highly reflective glass. Glare can also be produced during evening
and nighttime hours by the reflection of artificial light sources such as automobile
headlights. Glare generation is typically related to either moving vehicles or sun angles,
although glare resulting from reflected sunlight can occur regularly at certain times of
the year. Glare- sensitive uses include residences, hotels, transportation corridors, and
aircraft landing corridors.
The proposed project includes outdoor dining areas and a new bank building that would
include lighting. Since outdoor dining and a bank building would be new uses to the site,
the project would create new interior and exterior light sources as a result of building
illumination and lighting, as well as lighting for the outdoor dining areas. Although new
lighting sources would not be dissimilar to the existing and surrounding sources, the
project will introduce new light sources. As such, the following mitigation measure is
recommended:
Mitigation Measure AES -1: Prior to issuance of a building permit, the applicant must
submit a Lighting Plan to the City for review and approval by the Director of
Planning and Building Safety. The Plan must include the location, height, number of
lights, foot candles by area and, estimates of maximum illumination onsite with no
spill at the property lines. The Plan must also demonstrate that all lighting fixtures on
the buildings and throughout the entire project site be designed and installed so as
to contain light on the subject property and not create spillover effects, or be
directed toward adjacent properties or public rights -of -way.
Timing /Implementation: Prior to issuance of building permits
Monitoring /Enforcement: El Segundo Planning and Building Safety Department
As such, with implementation of Mitigation Measure AES -1, impacts would be less than
significant.
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15. CULTURAL RESOURCES
As of July 1, 2015, California Assembly Bill 52 (AB 52) was enacted and expands CEQA by
establishing a formal consultation process for California tribes within the CEQA process. The bill
specifies that any project may affect or cause a substantial adverse change in the significance
of a tribal cultural resource would require a lead agency to "begin consultation with a California
Native American tribe that is traditional and culturally affiliated with the geographic area of the
proposed project." According to the legislative intent for AB 52, "tribes may have knowledge
about land and cultural resources that should be included in the environmental analysis for
projects that may be have a significant impact on those resources." Section 21074 of AB 52 also
defines a new category of resources under CEQA called tribal cultural resources." Tribal cultural
resources are defined as "sites, features, places, cultural landscapes, sacred places, and objects
with cultural value to a California Native American tribe" and is either listed on or eligible for the
California Register of Historical Resources or a local historic register, or if the lead agency
chooses to treat the resource as a tribal cultural resource. All AB 52 consultation was carried out
by the City of El Segundo, which included mailing a consultation letter to the tribe that had
requested notification (the Gabrieleno Band of Mission Indians). The City received no response
from the Gabrieleno Band of Mission Indians, and no request for consultation was submitted to
the City as a result of this process.
Explanation of Checklist Judgments
15.a) A historical resource is defined in Section 15064.5(a)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines as any
object, building, structure, site, area, place, record, or manuscript determined to be
historically significant or significant in the architectural, engineering, scientific, economic,
agricultural, educational, social, political, military, or cultural annals of California.
Historical resources are further defined as being associated with significant events,
important persons, or distinctive characteristics of a type, period, or method of
construction; representing the work of an important creative individual; or possessing
high artistic values.
The overall project site is a 1.54 -acre site that has been permanently altered with the
development of previous restaurant buildings parking lot, roads and hardscapes. The
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Potentially
Less Than
Significant With
Less Than
No
Would the project:
Significant
Mitigation
Significant
Impact
Impact
Incorporated
Impact
a. Cause a substantial adverse change in the
significance of a historical resource as
X
defined in CEQA Guidelines § 15064.5?
b. Cause a substantial adverse change in the
significance of an archaeological resource
X
pursuant to CEQA Guidelines § 15064.5?
c_ Directly or indirectly destroy a unique
paleontological resource or site or unique
X
geologic feature?
d. Disturb any human remains, including those
interred outside of formal cemeteries?
As of July 1, 2015, California Assembly Bill 52 (AB 52) was enacted and expands CEQA by
establishing a formal consultation process for California tribes within the CEQA process. The bill
specifies that any project may affect or cause a substantial adverse change in the significance
of a tribal cultural resource would require a lead agency to "begin consultation with a California
Native American tribe that is traditional and culturally affiliated with the geographic area of the
proposed project." According to the legislative intent for AB 52, "tribes may have knowledge
about land and cultural resources that should be included in the environmental analysis for
projects that may be have a significant impact on those resources." Section 21074 of AB 52 also
defines a new category of resources under CEQA called tribal cultural resources." Tribal cultural
resources are defined as "sites, features, places, cultural landscapes, sacred places, and objects
with cultural value to a California Native American tribe" and is either listed on or eligible for the
California Register of Historical Resources or a local historic register, or if the lead agency
chooses to treat the resource as a tribal cultural resource. All AB 52 consultation was carried out
by the City of El Segundo, which included mailing a consultation letter to the tribe that had
requested notification (the Gabrieleno Band of Mission Indians). The City received no response
from the Gabrieleno Band of Mission Indians, and no request for consultation was submitted to
the City as a result of this process.
Explanation of Checklist Judgments
15.a) A historical resource is defined in Section 15064.5(a)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines as any
object, building, structure, site, area, place, record, or manuscript determined to be
historically significant or significant in the architectural, engineering, scientific, economic,
agricultural, educational, social, political, military, or cultural annals of California.
Historical resources are further defined as being associated with significant events,
important persons, or distinctive characteristics of a type, period, or method of
construction; representing the work of an important creative individual; or possessing
high artistic values.
The overall project site is a 1.54 -acre site that has been permanently altered with the
development of previous restaurant buildings parking lot, roads and hardscapes. The
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project site was previously graded to accommodate the existing structure and use, as
well as previous structures and uses, and no historical, archeological or paleontological
resources were identified when the site was initially developed, redeveloped, or in the
subsequent years of their operations. Thus, implementation of the project would not
cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of a historical resource. As such,
there would be no impact.
15.b) An archaeological resource is defined in Section 15064.5(c) of the CEQA Guidelines as a
site, area, or place determined to be historically significant as defined in Section 15064.5
(a) of the CEQA Guidelines (see definition of historical resource in 14.a, above), or as a
unique archaeological resource defined in Section 21083.2 of the Public Resources Code
as an artifact, object, or site that contains information needed to answer important
scientific research questions of public interest, or that has a special and particular quality
such as being the oldest or best example of its type, or that is directly associated with a
scientifically recognized important prehistoric or historic event or person.
The overall project site is a 1.54 -acre site that has been permanently altered with the
development of previous restaurant buildings parking lot, roads and hardscapes. The
project site was previously graded to accommodate the existing structure and use, as
well as previous structures and uses, and no historical, archeological or paleontological
resources were identified when the site was initially developed, redeveloped, or in the
subsequent years of their operations. Thus, implementation of the project would not
cause a substantial adverse change in the significance of an archaeological resource.
As such, there would be no impact.
15.c) As noted above, the Project site has already been subject to extensive disruption and
may contain artificial fill materials. Additionally, there are no unique geologic features
present on the Project site. Given the highly disturbed condition of the site, the potential
for project implementation to impact an as yet unidentified paleontological resource is
considered remote. Therefore, project implementation would result in a less than
significant impact involving the potential destruction of a paleontological resource or site
or unique geologic feature.
15.d) As Native Americans have historically been present within the City, the project area is
sensitive for human remains. However, the probability that project construction would
impact any human remains appears to be remote, given the degree of past disturbance
of the site, as it is currently developed with a restaurant building and parking lot.
Consequently, there are no known human remains on the site, and no evidence that the
project site is part of a formal cemetery nor known to have been used for disposal or
burial of historic or prehistoric human remains. Thus, human remains are not expected to
be encountered during construction of the proposed project. In the unlikely event that
human remains are encountered during project construction, California Health and
Safety Code Section 7050.5 requires the project to halt until the county coroner has
made the necessary findings as to the origin and disposition of the remains pursuant to
Public Resources Code Section 5097.98. Compliance with these regulations would
reduce any potential impacts to a less than significant level.
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16. RECREATION
would the projecl:
Potentlaliy
Eels Than
Significant With
less Than
No
Significant
Mitigation
signiticont
Impact
Impact
Incorporated
Impact
a. Would the project increase the use of existing
neighborhood and regional parks or other
recreational facilities such that substantial
x
physical deterioration of the facility would
occur or be accelerated?
b. Does the project include recreational facilities
or require the construction or expansion of
recreational facilities which might have an
X
adverse physical effect on the environment?
Explanation of Checklist Judgments
16.a) Refer to Response i l .a.iv. As such, there would be no impact.
16.b) Refer to Response 1 l .a.iv. As such, there would be no impact.
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17. GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS
Would the project.
Potentially
less Than
Signiflcant With
less Than
No
Significant
Mitigation
Significant
Impact
Impact
Incorporated
Impact
a. Generate greenhouse gas emissions, either
directly or indirectly, that may have a
x
significant impact on the environment?
b. Conflict with an applicable plan, policy or
regulation adopted for the purpose of
x
reducing the emissions of greenhouse gases?
PlaceWorks, Inc. prepared an Air Qualify and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Study for the proposed
project in May 2016. The complete study is contained in Appendix A. The following analysis is
based on the results of this study, and based upon information from various sources and
publications prepared by a number of professional associations and agencies that have
suggested approached and strategies for complying with CEQA's environmental disclosure
requirements.
Climate change is the observed increase in the average temperature of the Earth's atmosphere
and oceans along with other substantial changes in climate (such as wind patterns,
precipitation, and storms) over an extended period of time. Climate change is the result of
numerous, cumulative sources of greenhouse gases (GHGs). GHGs contribute to the
"greenhouse effect," which is a natural occurrence that helps regulate the temperature of the
planet. The majority of radiation from the Sun hits the Earth's surface and warms the Earth. The
surface in turn radiates heat back towards the atmosphere, known as infrared radiation. Gases
and clouds in the atmosphere trap and prevent some of this heat from escaping back into
space and re- radiate it in all directions. This process is essential to supporting life on Earth
because it warms the planet by approximately 60° Fahrenheit. Emissions from human activities
since the beginning of the industrial revolution (approximately 250 years ago) are adding to the
natural greenhouse effect by increasing the gases in the atmosphere that trap heat, thereby
contributing to an average increase in the Earth's temperature.
GHGs occur naturally, and from human activities. Human activities that produce GHGs are the
burning of fossil fuels (coal, oil and natural gas for heating and electricity, gasoline and diesel for
transportation); methane from landfill wastes and raising livestock, deforestation activities; and
some agricultural practices. GHGs produced by human activities include carbon dioxide (CO2),
methane (CH4), nitrous oxide (N20), hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs), and
sulfur hexafluoride (SF6). Since 1750, it is estimated that the concentrations of carbon dioxide,
methane, and nitrous oxide in the atmosphere have increased over by 36 %, 148 %, and 18%
respectively, primarily due to human activity. Emissions of GHGs affect the atmosphere directly
by changing its chemical composition while changes to the land surface indirectly affect the
atmosphere by changing the way in which the Earth absorbs gases from the atmosphere.
Potential impacts of global climate change in California may include loss of snow pack, sea
level rise, more extreme heat days per year, more high ozone days, more large forest fires, and
more drought years (California Energy Commission [CEC], 2011).
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Local Regulations and CEgA Reguirements
Pursuant to the requirements of SB 97, the Resources Agency adopted amendments to the CEQA
Guidelines for the feasible mitigation of GHG emissions or the effects of GHG emissions in March
2010. These guidelines are used in evaluating the cumulative significance of GHG emissions from
the proposed project.
The vast majority of individual projects do not generate sufficient GHG emissions to create a
project- specific impact through a direct influence to climate change; therefore, the issue of
climate change typically involves an analysis of whether a project's contribution towards an
impact is cumulatively considerable. "Cumulatively considerable" means that the incremental
effects of an individual project are significant when viewed in connection with the effects of past
projects, other current projects, and probable future projects (CEQA Guidelines, Section 15355).
The significance of project GHG emissions may be evaluated based on locally adopted
quantitative thresholds, or consistency with a regional GHG reduction plan (such as a Climate
Action Plan).
Pursuant to the requirements of SB 97, the Resources Agency has adopted amendments to the
CEQA Guidelines for the feasible mitigation of GHG emissions or the effects of GHG emissions.
The adopted CEQA Guidelines provide regulatory guidance on the analysis and mitigation of
GHG emissions in CEQA documents, while giving lead agencies the discretion to set quantitative
or qualitative thresholds for the assessment and mitigation of GHGs and climate change
impacts. The 2008 SCAQMD threshold considers emissions of over 10,000 metric tons of carbon
dioxide equivalent (CO2E)8 per year to be significant. However, the SCAQMD's threshold applies
only to stationary sources and is expressly intended to apply only when the SCAQMD is the
CEQA lead agency. Although not formally adopted, the SCAQMD has a recommended tiered
GHG significance threshold (SCAQMD, 2010). Under Tier 2, project impacts would be less than
significant if a project is consistent with an approved local or regional plan. Therefore, GHG
emissions associated with the proposed project would be less than significant if the project is
consistent with the reduction measures included by the City in any applicable GHG reduction
policies or plans.
For informational purposes, SCAQMD recommended Tier 3 thresholds are screening level
quantitative thresholds. If a local or regional GHG reduction policy or plan does not apply to a
project, emissions would be less than significant if they are under the Tier 3 screening level
threshold. SCAQMD has a recommended screening level quantitative threshold for all land use
types of 3,000 metric tons of CO2e /year (SCAQMD, 2010).
Emissions associated with the proposed project were estimated using the California Emissions
Estimator Model (CalEEMOd) version 2013.2.2. Complete CalEEMod results and assumptions can
be viewed in the Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Study (see Appendix A).
Explanation of Checklist Judgments
17.a) Implementation of a development project could contribute to global climate change
through direct emissions of GHGs from onsite area sources and vehicle trips generated
by the project, and indirectly through offsite energy production required for onsite
8 A metric measure used to compare the emissions from various greenhouse gases based upon their global warming potential
(GWP)(U.S. EPA, accessed August 2015). Carbon dioxide equivalents are commonly expressed as COZE. The carbon dioxide
equivalent for a gas is derived by multiplying the tons of the gas by the associated GWP.
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activities, water use, and waste disposal. Because no single project is large enough to
result in a measurable increase in global concentrations of GHG emissions, global
warming impacts of a project are considered on a cumulative basis. The increase in
GHG emissions that would result from project implementation are shown in Table 15, Net
Operational Phase GHG Emissions. Annual GHG emissions were calculated for
construction and operation of the proposed project. Operational phase emissions are
from operation of the proposed land uses and from the new project - related vehicle trips
that would be generated. Construction emissions were amortized into the operational
phase in accordance with SCAQMD's proposed methodology (SCAQMD 2010).
Additionally, emissions associated with the existing land use were quantified.
Table 15
Net Operational Phase GHG Emissions
Source
GHG Emissions
MTCO2e
Percent Change
Existing Land Use9
Area
<1
<1%
Energy
263
19%
Mobile
1,078
79%
Solid Waste
4
<1%
Water
14
1%
Total All Sectors
1,359
100%
Proposed Land Uses10
Area
<1
<1%
Energy
262
11%
Mobile
2,163
87%
Solid Waste
38
2%
Water
12
1%
Construction - Amortized"
5
0%
Total All Sectors
2,480
100%
Net Emissions
Area
<1 N/A
Energy
(1) N/A
Mobile
1,085 N/A
Solid Waste
34 N/A
Water
(1) N/A
Construction- Amortized12
5 N/A
Total All Sectors
1,121 N/A
Proposed SCAQMD Bright -Line Threshold
3,000 MTCO2e N/A
9 Existing Buildings are assumed to comply with the 2005 Building and Energy Efficiency Standards.
10 The proposed buildings are assumed to comply with the 2013 Building and Energy Efficiency Standards, which are 30% more
energy efficient for nonresidential buildings than the 2008 standards. Modeling also includes applicable water efficiency
improvements required under CAL Green.
11 Construction emissions are amortized over a 30 -year project lifetime per recommended SCAQMD methodology.
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Exceeds Threshold? No N/A
Source: 2171 Rosecrans Avenue Project Air Quality and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Technical Study, May 2016.
Notes: Totals may notequal 100 perceni due to rounding. ()=negative value
The primary source of GHG emissions is transportation sources from employees and
patrons driving to and from the proposed land uses at the project site. Overall, the
proposed project would generate a net increase of 1,121 MTCO2e of GHG emissions
annually, which is substantially below the annual threshold of 3,000 MTCO2e. Further,
based on improved building energy efficiency and water efficiency, the new structures
would result in lower energy and water demand. Therefore, GHG emissions generated
would be less than significant.
17.b) California has adopted several policies and regulations for the purpose of reducing GHG
emissions. On December 11, 2008, CARB adopted the AB 32 Scoping Plan to achieve the
goals of AB 32, the Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006. The Scoping Plan establishes an
overall framework for the measures that will be adopted to reduce California's GHG
emissions. The proposed project is subject to compliance with AB 32, which is designed to
reduce statewide GHG emissions to 1990 levels by 2020. Senate Bill (SB) 97, signed in
August 2007, acknowledges that global climate change is an environmental issue that
requires analysis under CEQA. In December 2009, the California Natural Resources Agency
adopted amendments to the State CEQA Guidelines for the feasible mitigation of GHG
emissions or the effects of GHG emissions. The adopted guidelines give lead agencies the
discretion to set quantitative or qualitative thresholds for the assessment and mitigation of
GHG and climate change impacts.
In 2005, Governor Schwarzenegger issued Executive Order S -3 -05, establishing statewide
GHG emissions reduction targets. Executive Order (EO) S -3 -05 provides that by 2010,
emissions shall be reduced to 2000 levels; by 2020, emissions shall be reduced to 1990 levels;
and by 2050, emissions shall be reduced to 80% of 1990 levels (CaIEPA, 2006). In response
to EO S -3 -05, CaIEPA created the Climate Action Team (CAT), which in March 2006
published the Climate Action Team Report (the "2006 CAT Report ") (CaIEPA, 2006). The
2006 CAT Report identified a recommended list of strategies that the state could pursue
to reduce GHG emissions. This document provides information that may be helpful to
local agencies in carrying out their duties under CEQA as they relate to global warming.
Included in this document are various measures that may reduce the global warming
related impacts of a project. Tables GHG -XX and GHG -XY illustrate that the proposed
project would be consistent with the GHG reduction strategies set forth by the 2006 CAT
Report as well as the 2008 Attorney General's Greenhouse Gas Reduction Measures.
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Table 16
Project Consistency with Applicable Climate Action Team Greenhouse Gas Emission
Reduction Strategies
Strategy Project Consistency
California Air Resources Board
Vehicle Climate Change Standards
Consistent
AB 1493 (Pavley) required the state to develop and
The vehicles that travel to and from the project site on
adopt regulations that achieve the maximum feasible
public roadways would be in compliance with ARB vehicle
and cost - effective reduction of climate change
standards that are in effect at the time of vehicle purchase.
emissions emitted by passenger vehicles and light
duty trucks. Regulations were adopted by the ARB in
September 2004.
Diesel Anti - Idling
Consistent
The ARB adopted a measure to limit diesel - fueled
Current State law restricts diesel truck idling to five minutes
commercial motor vehicle idling in July 2004.
or less. Diesel trucks operating from and making deliveries
to the project site are subject to this state -wide law.
Construction vehicles are also subject to this regulation.
Hydrofluorocarbon Reduction
Consistent
1) Ban retail sale of HFC in small cans.
This strategy applies to consumer products. All applicable
2) Require that only low GWP refrigerants be used in
products would be required to comply with the regulations
new vehicular systems.
that are in effect at the time of manufacture.
3) Adopt specifications for new commercial
refrigeration.
4) Add refrigerant leak- tightness to the pass criteria
for vehicular inspection and maintenance programs.
5) Enforce federal ban on releasing HFCs.
Alternative Fuels: Biodiesel Blends
Consistent
ARB would develop regulations to require the use of 1
The diesel vehicles such as construction vehicles that travel
to 4% biodiesel displacement of California diesel fuel.
to and from the project site on public roadways could utilize
this fuel once it is commercially available.
Alternative Fuels: Ethanol
Consistent
Increased use of E -85 fuel.
The use of flex -fuel vehicles for construction and delivery
vehicles that travel to and from the project site could be
used once it is commercially available regionally and locally.
Heavy -Duty Vehicle Emission Reduction Measures
Consistent
Increased efficiency in the design of heavy duty
The heavy -duty vehicles for construction activities that
vehicles and an education program for the heavy duty
travel to and from the project site on public roadways would
vehicle sector.
be subject to all applicable ARB efficiency standards that
are in effect at the time of vehicle manufacture.
Achieve 50% Statewide Recycling Goal
Consistent
Achieving the State's 50% waste diversion mandate
The City's Source Reduction and Recycling Element
as established by the Integrated Waste Management
(SRRE) is the solid waste reduction planning document,
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Project Consistency with Applicable Climate Action Team Greenhouse Gas Emission
Reduction Strategies
Strategy
Pmject Consistency
Act of 1989, (AB 939, Sher, Chapter 1095, Statutes of
and establishes goals and policies for the City regarding
1989), will reduce climate change emissions
source reduction, recycling and composting and
associated with energy intensive material extraction
environmentally safe solid waste management alternatives
and production as well as methane emission from
to land disposal. The SRRE also helps the City in
landfills. A diversion rate of 48% has been achieved
maintaining the 50% diversion rate requirement specified by
on a statewide basis. Therefore, a 2% additional
AB 939. As of 2006 (the last verified date by the CIWMB),
reduction is needed.
the City was recycling approximately 84% of its solid waste,
thereby complying with the standards established by AB
939 It is anticipated that the proposed project would
participate in the City's waste diversion programs and would
divert at least 50% of its solid waste in accordance with AB
939.
Zero Waste — High Recycling
Consistent
Efforts to exceed the 50% goal would allow for
As of 2006 (the last verified date by the CIWMB), the City
additional reductions in climate change emissions.
was recycling 84% of its solid waste, thereby complying
with the standards established by AB 939. It is anticipated
that the proposed project would participate in the City's
waste diversion programs and would divert at least 50% of
its solid waste. The project would also be subject to all
applicable State and City requirements for solid waste
reduction as they change in the future.
Department of Forestry
Urban Forestry
Consistent
A new statewide goal of planting 5 million trees in
Landscaping for the project would result in additional
urban areas by 2020 would be achieved through the
planted trees compared to existing conditions.
expansion of local urban forestry programs.
Department of Water Resources
Water Use Efficiency
Consistent
Approximately 19% of all electricity, 30% of all natural
The buildings would be equipped with low -flow plumbing
gas, and 88 million gallons of diesel are used to
fixtures in accordance with the 2013 California Building
convey, treat, distribute and use water and
Codes, further reducing water use.
wastewater. Increasing the efficiency of water
transport and reducing water use would reduce
greenhouse gas emissions.
Energy Commission (CEC)
Building Energy Efficiency Standards in Place and
Consistent
in Progress
The proposed project would be required to comply with the
Public Resources Code 25402 authorizes the CEC to
standards of Title 24 that are in effect at the time of
adopt and periodically update its building energy
development.
efficiency standards (that apply to newly constructed
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Reduction Strategies
Strategy
Project Consistency
buildings and additions to and alterations to existing
buildings).
Appliance Energy Efficiency Standards in Place
Consistent
and in Progress
Under State law, appliances that are purchased for the
Public Resources Code 25402 authorizes the Energy
project - both pre- and post - development — would be
Commission to adopt and periodically update its
consistent with energy efficiency standards that are in effect
appliance energy efficiency standards (that apply to
at the time of manufacture.
devices and equipment using energy that are sold or
offered for sale in California).
Fuel - Efficient Replacement Tires d Inflation
Consistent
Programs
Employees and visitors of the project site could purchase
State legislation established a statewide program to
tires for their vehicles that comply with state programs for
encourage the production and use of more efficient
increased fuel efficiency.
tires.
Municipal Utility Energy Efficiency
Not applicable, but project development would not
Programs /Demand Response
preclude the implementation of this strategy by municipal
Includes energy efficiency programs, renewable
utility providers. It should also be noted that the applicant
portfolio standard, combined heat and power, and
may participate in a Voluntary Green Building Construction
transitioning away from carbon - intensive generation.
Program. The program allows those who wish to construct
"green buildings" to work with a recognized organization in
order to receive "green building" certification. This
approach allows green building "experts" to work with
interested applicants to achieve their green building
objectives.
Municipal Utility Renewable Portfolio Standard
Not applicable, but the project would not preclude the
California's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS),
implementation of this strategy by Southern California
established in 2002, requires that all load serving
Edison.
entities achieve a goal of 20% of retail electricity sales
from renewable energy sources by 2017, within
certain cost constraints.
Municipal Utility Combined Heat and Power
Not applicable since this strategy addresses incentives
Cost effective reduction from fossil fuel consumption
that could be provided by utility providers such as Southern
in the commercial and industrial sector through the
California Edison and The Gas Company.
application of on -site power production to meet both
heat and electricity loads.
Alternative Fuels: Non - Petroleum Fuels
Consistent
Increasing the use of non - petroleum fuels in
Employees and visitors of the project site could purchase
California's transportation sector, as recommended as
alternative fuel vehicles and utilize these fuels once they
recommended in the CEC's 2003 and 2005 Integrated
are commercially available regionally and locally.
Energy Policy Reports.
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Table 16
Project Consistency with Applicable Climate Action Team Greenhouse Gas Emission
Reduction Strategies
Strategy f Project Consistency I
Green Buildings Initiative
Green Building Executive Order, S -20 -04 (CA 2004),
sets a goal of reducing energy use in public and
private buildings by 20% by the year 2015, as
compared with 2003 levels. The Executive Order and
related action plan spell out specific actions state
agencies are to take with state -owned and - leased
buildings. The order and plan also discuss various
strategies and incentives to encourage private
building owners and operators to achieve the 20%
target.
Consistent
As discussed previously, the project would be required to
be constructed in compliance with the standards of Title 24
that are in effect at the time of development. The 2013 Title
24 standards are approximately 15% more efficient than
those of the 2005 standards. In addition, the project would
be required to adhere to the CAL Green Building Code
which would include reducing energy use beyond Title 24
standards.
It should also be noted that the applicant may participate in
a Voluntary Green Building Construction Program. The
program allows those who wish to construct "green
buildings" to work with a recognized organization in order to
receive "green building" certification. This approach allows
green building "experts" to work with interested applicants
to achieve their green building objectives.
Business, Transportation and Housing j
Smart Land
Systems (ITS)
Use and Intelligent Transportation I Consistent
Smart land use strategies encourage jobs /housing
proximity, promote transit - oriented development, and
encourage high- density residential /commercial
development along transit corridors.
ITS is the application of advanced technology systems
and management strategies to improve operational
efficiency of transportation systems and movement of
people, goods and services.
The Governor is finalizing a comprehensive 10 -year
strategic growth plan with the intent of developing
ways to promote, through state investments,
incentives and technical assistance, land use, and
technology strategies that provide for a prosperous
economy, social equity and a quality environment.
Smart land use, demand management, ITS, and value
pricing are critical elements in this plan for improving
mobility and transportation efficiency. Specific
strategies include: promoting jobs /housing proximity
and transit - oriented development; encouraging high
density residential /commercial development along
transitirail corridor; valuing and congestion pricing;
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The project site is located in an urbanized area of the City,
along a major arterial street and an existing transit corridor
in El Segundo. The project site is located within walking
distance (approximately 100 -feet) to the bus stop at Apollo
Street and Rosecrans, and within 0.4 mile from the Green
Line station, both of which are served by Metro.
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Table 16
Project Consistency with Applicable Climate Action Team Greenhouse Gas Emission
Reduction Strategies
Strategy
Project Consistency
implementing intelligent transportation systems,
traveler information /traffic control, incident
management; accelerating the development of
broadband infrastructure; and comprehensive,
integrated, multimodal /intermodal transportation
planning.
Public Utilities Commission (PUC)
Accelerated Renewable Portfolio Standard
Not applicable, but project development would not
The Governor set a goal of achieving 33% renewable
preclude the implementation of this strategy by energy
in the State's resource mix by 2020. The joint
providers.
PUC /Energy Commission September 2005 Energy
Action Plan II (EAP II) adopts the 33% goal.
Table 17
Project Consistency with Applicable Attorney General Greenhouse Gas Reduction
Measures
I Strategy I Project Consistency I
Transportation - Related Emissions
Diesel Anti - Idling
Set specific limits on idling time for commercial
vehicles, including delivery vehicles.
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Consistent
Currently, the California Air Resources Board's (CARB)
Airborne Toxic Control Measure (ATOM) to Limit Diesel -
Fueled Commercial Motor Vehicle Idling restricts diesel
truck idling to five minutes or less. Diesel trucks operating
from and making deliveries to the project site are subject
to this state -wide law. Construction vehicles are also
subject to this regulation.
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Table 17
Project Consistency with Applicable Attorney General Greenhouse Gas Reduction
Measures
Strategy Project Consistency
Solid Waste and Energy Emissions
Solid Waste Reduction Strategy
Consistent
Project construction shall require reuse and
The City's Source Reduction and Recycling Element
recycling of construction and demolition waste.
(SRRE) is the solid waste reduction planning document,
and establishes goals and policies for the City regarding
source reduction, recycling and composting and
environmentally safe solid waste management alternatives
to land disposal. Project construction would be required to
adhere to the goals and policies contained in the SRRE.
Water Use Efficiency
Consistent
Require measures that reduce the amount of water
As described above, it is anticipated that the project would
sent to the sewer system — see examples in CAT
incorporate landscaping that would be designed to require
standard above. (Reduction in water volume sent
minimal irrigation and to reflect the native vegetation of the
to the sewer system means less water has to be
surrounding area, thereby reducing water use. The project
treated and pumped to the end user, thereby saving
would be required to comply with the provisions of El
energy.
Segundo Municipal Code Chapter 15 -15A - Water
Conservation in Landscaping. In addition, the building
would be equipped with low -flow plumbing fixtures, further
reducing water use at the project site.
Land Use measures, Smart Growth Strategies and Carbon Offsets
Smart Land Use and Intelligent Transportation
Consistent
Systems
The project site is located in an urbanized area of the City,
Require pedestrian -only streets and plazas within
along a major arterial street and an existing transit corridor
the project site and destinations that may be
in El Segundo. The project site is located within walking
reached conveniently by public transportation,
distance (approximately 100 -feet) to the bus stop at Apollo
walking or bicycling.
Street and Rosecrans, and within 0.4 mile from the Green
Line station, both of which are served by Metro.
Although development facilitated by the proposed project would result in an incremental
increase in GHG emissions, as indicated in Tables 16 and 17, the proposed project would be
consistent with CAT strategies and the 2008 Attorney General Greenhouse Gas Reduction
Measures. Therefore, the proposed project would be consistent with the objectives of AB 32, SB
97, and SB 375, and its contribution to cumulative GHG emissions and climate change would be
less than significant.
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18. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE
Explanation of Checklist Judgments
18.a) The proposed project is not anticipated to substantially affect fish or wildlife populations
or to reduce the number or range of rare or endangered species. In addition, no locally,
state, or federally designated examples of major periods in California history or prehistory
have been identified on the site or in the vicinity of the site.
18.b) A significant impact may occur if the project, in conjunction with the related projects,
would result in impacts that are less than significant when viewed separately but would
be significant when viewed together. When considering the proposed project in
combination with other past, present, and reasonably foreseeable future projects in the
vicinity of the project site, the proposed project does not have the potential to cause
impacts that are cumulatively considerable. As detailed in the above discussions, the
proposed project would not result in any significant and unmitigable impacts in any
environmental categories. In all cases, the impacts associated with the project are
limited to the project site or are of such a negligible degree that they would not result in
a significant contribution to any cumulative impacts. As such, cumulative impacts would
be less than significant (not cumulatively considerable).
18.c) Previous sections of this Initial Study /Mitigated Negative Declaration reviewed the
project's potential impacts upon certain environmental issue areas that could affect
human beings. As concluded in these previous discussions, the project would result in
less than significant environmental impacts with implementation of the recommended
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Potentially
Less Than
Less Than
Would the project:
Significant
significant With
Significant
No
Impact
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Mitigation
Impact
p
Impact
Incorporated
a. Does the project have the potential to
degrade the quality of the environment,
substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or
wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife
population to drop below self- sustaining
levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal
X
community, reduce the number or restrict the
range of a rare or endangered plant or
animal or eliminate important examples of
the major periods of California history or
prehistory?
b. Does the project have impacts that are
individually limited, but cumulatively
considerable? ( "Cumulatively considerable"
means that the incremental effects of a
project are considerable when viewed in
X
connection with the effects of past projects,
the effects of other current projects, and the
effects of probable future projects)?
c. Does the project have environmental effects
which will cause substantial adverse effects
X
on human beings, either directly or indirectly?
Explanation of Checklist Judgments
18.a) The proposed project is not anticipated to substantially affect fish or wildlife populations
or to reduce the number or range of rare or endangered species. In addition, no locally,
state, or federally designated examples of major periods in California history or prehistory
have been identified on the site or in the vicinity of the site.
18.b) A significant impact may occur if the project, in conjunction with the related projects,
would result in impacts that are less than significant when viewed separately but would
be significant when viewed together. When considering the proposed project in
combination with other past, present, and reasonably foreseeable future projects in the
vicinity of the project site, the proposed project does not have the potential to cause
impacts that are cumulatively considerable. As detailed in the above discussions, the
proposed project would not result in any significant and unmitigable impacts in any
environmental categories. In all cases, the impacts associated with the project are
limited to the project site or are of such a negligible degree that they would not result in
a significant contribution to any cumulative impacts. As such, cumulative impacts would
be less than significant (not cumulatively considerable).
18.c) Previous sections of this Initial Study /Mitigated Negative Declaration reviewed the
project's potential impacts upon certain environmental issue areas that could affect
human beings. As concluded in these previous discussions, the project would result in
less than significant environmental impacts with implementation of the recommended
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mitigation measures. Therefore, with implementation of the specified mitigation, the
project would not cause substantial adverse effects on humans.
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ATTACHMENT 8
PLANS
(AVAILABLE IN THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE FOR REVIEW)
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EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: August 2, 2016
AGENDA ITEM STATEMENT AGENDA HEADING. Unfinished Business
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
Consideration and possible action to establish an Arts and Culture Advisory Committee for the purposes
of promoting and advocating for arts and culture events, activities, and education in El Segundo.
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
1. Authorize the establishment of the Arts and Culture Advisory Committee to be comprised of 7
members, including two City Councilmembers; and,
2. Add the Arts and Culture Advisory Committee to the City's Local Appointment List pursuantto
the California Government Code Section 54972; and,
I Appoint two Councilmembers to the Arts and Culture Advisory Committee; and,
4. Determine the duration of terms and /or term limits for community members and City
Councilmembers; and,
5. Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS: None
FISCAL IMPACT. None
Amount Budgeted. N/A
Additional Appropriation. N/A
Account Number(s): N/A
PREPARED BY: Meredith Petit, Director of Recreation and Parks k
REVIEWED BY: Greg. Carpenter, City Manager
APPROVED BY: Greg. Carpenter, City Manager
Art serves an important role — it can stimulate thought and conversation,, it can promote innovation and
creativity and it can define a community. With the presence of ESMOA, the Automobile Driving
Museum, galleries, recording studios and music venues and events like the Art Walk, El Segundo has an
established and growing connection to arts and culture. This connection can be further cultivated,
promoted and enhanced through the formation of an advisory group of community members that can
formulate plans and make recommendations to the City Council.
On June 21, 2016, the City Council directed staff to return with an outline for the formation of an Arts
and Culture Advisory Committee. The committee will serve in an advisory capacity to the City Council
on promoting, encouraging, and increasing support for the City's artistic and cultural assets, integrating
arts and culture into community life and showcasing El Segundo as a vibrant destination for visitors and
residents alike. Its primary goal is to advance and preserve the arts in El Segundo.
Staff recommends the creation of a group comprised of 5 community members plus two
Councilmembers. The City Council shall determine the duration of the terms and provide direction to
staff. The members shall serve without compensation and shall be persons who represent the following:
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individual arts and culture patrons, artists, educators, the business and professional community, those
with professional qualifications and experience or knowledge of a particular arts and culture field, and
the general public. The committee will meet bi- monthly to begin with but could be modified by the
committee at a later date. A Chairperson and Vice Chairperson can be selected by the committee and
serve one -year terms. City Council will interview and select the members of the Arts and Culture
Committee.
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CITY OF EL SEGUNDO
PAYMENTS BY WIRE TRANSFER
7111116 THROUGH 7124/16
Date
- Paves
Descri Lion
7/1112016
West Basin
1,400,421.13
H2O payment
7/13/2016
ICRMA
1,803,869.00
Annual Insurance Premium payment
7/15/2016
Health Comp
160.00
Weekly claims
7/15/2016
Manufacturers & Traders
24,035.15
457 payment Vantagepoint
7/15/2016
Manufacturers & Traders
537.31
IRA payment Vantagepoint
7/15/2016
Nationwide NRS EFT
31,360.96
EFT 457 payment
7/15/2016
State of CA EFT
1,006.91
EFT Child support payment
7/18/2016
IRS
259,120.75
Federal 941 Deposit
7/18/2016
Employment Development
3,624.38
State SDI payment
7/18/2016
Employment Development
54,583.22
State PIT Withholding
7/20/2016
Cal Pers
103,421.89
EFT Retirement Misc
7/20/2016
Cal Pers
294,635.70
EFT Retirement Safety
7/20/2016
Cal Pers
3,108.42
EFT Retirement Safety-Fire
7/20/2016
Cal Pers
3,112.14
EFT Retirement Safety- Police
7/20/2016
Cal Pers
26,906.04
EFT Retirement Misc
7/22/2016
Health Comp
806.43
Weekly claims
7/21/2016
Lane Donovan Golf Ptr
23,440.82
Payroll Transfer
7/4/16- 7/10/16
Workers Comp Activity
15,011.53
SCRMA checks issued
7/11/16- 7/17/16
Workers Comp Activity
22,751.04
SCRMA checks issued
7/4/16 - 7/10/16
Liability Trust - Claims
0.00
Claim checks issued
7/11/16 - 7117/16
Liability Trust - Claims
1,411.50
Claim checks issued
7/11/16- 7/17/16
Retiree Health Insurance
0.00
Health Reimbursment checks issued
7/18/16 - 7/24116
Retiree Health Insurance
0.00
Health Reimbursment checks issued
4,073,324.32
DATE OF RATIFICATION:
7121116
TOTAL PAYMENTS BY WIRE:
4,073,324.32
Certified as to the accuracy of the wire transfers by:
Deputy City Treasurer 11 Date
Date
Date
Information on actual expenditures is available in the City Treasurer's Office of the City of El Segundo.
P:\CityTreasurer\WireTransters\Wire Transfers 10 -01 -15 to 9 -30 -16 7/21/2016 1/1225
SPECIAL MEETING OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 22, 2016
El Segundo Public Library
111 W. Mariposa Avenue, El Segundo, CA 90245
7:30 a.m.
(Strategic Planning Workshop)
7:30 A.M. SESSION
CALL TO ORDER — Mayor Fuentes at 7:30 AM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Council Member Brann
ROLL CALL
Mayor Fuentes
Mayor Pro Tern Boyles
Council Member Dugan
Council Member Brann
Council Member Pirsztuk
Present
Present
Present
Present
- Present @ 7:34 AM
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS — (Related to City Business Only — 5 minute limit per person, 30
minute limit total) None
SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS:
Consideration and possible action regarding a strategic planning workshop resulting in City
Council receiving and filing of staff's analysis and recommendations for the Fiscal Year
2016 -2017 Budget. Staff will present a brief overview of challenges /limitations, goals and
potential strategies associated with preparation and planning of the fiscal year budget
including, without limitation, the following matters:
a. Introduction — Presented by Greg Carpenter, City Manager and Sara A Peterson,
Management Consultant, facilitator.
b, Discussion of City's Fiscal Outlook — Joe Lillio, Finance Director
i. Fiscal Year 2016 -2017 Budget Assumptions
ii. Update for Fiscal Year -end 2015 -2016
iii. Five -Year Budget Forecast
Group discussion and questions - City Manager, Department Heads and Elected Officials
C. Discussion of current situation — Sara A Peterson, Facilitator and Greg Carpenter, City
Manager.
i. Identification of opportunities and strengths to build upon
Group discussion and questions - City Manager, Department Heads and Elected Officials
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Recessed at 6:52 AM
Returned to session at 9:05 AM
d. Discussion on future of the City — "Where We Are Heading"
Group discussion and questions - City Manager, Department Heads and Elected Officials
Internal and External Future discussion — assessing the City's strengths, weaknesses,
opportunities and threats. Input from City Manager, Department Heads and Elected Officials.
e. Discussion of the City's vision, mission, values and guiding principles
Sara Peterson, Facilitator, asked "What will be great about El Segundo in 20277" and "What does
the future mean to the community, businesses and residents of El Segundo ?" Using the City's
Mission Statement, "Provide a great place to live, work and visit" to answer the questions.
Recessed at 10:57 AM
Returned to session at 11:06 AM
Wrap -up
i. Key issues to address
ii. Aligning organization, place and service
iii. Translate to 3 -5 year goal areas
Group discussion— City Manager, Department Heads and Elected Officials
2. Council may raise other issues relating to staff's preparation of the FY 2016 -2017 Strategic
Planning Session.
For the next meeting on August 3, 2016, the following items are expectations for each department:
1) summary of the meeting from Sara Peterson, facilitator; 2) each department to re- evaluate IT
needs and prioritize implementation; 3) bring back examples of realistic performance
measurements; 4) brainstorming by each department on goals and how feasible are the goals in
the 3 -5 years; and 5) detailed budget assumptions from each department.
Sara A Peterson, facilitator, to summarize meeting and once received will be added to the minutes.
ADJOURNMENT at 12:03 PM
Tracy Weaver, City Clerk
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SPECIAL /REGULAR MEETING OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, JULY 19, 2016 — 4:00 PM
(4PM SESSION WILL BEGIN AS A SPECIAL AND
CONTINUE TO THE REGULAR 5PM SESSION)
4:00 P.M. SPECIAL SESSION
CALL TO ORDER — Mayor Fuentes at 4:00 PM
ROLL CALL
Mayor Fuentes -
Present
Mayor Pro Tern Boyles -
Present
Council Member Dugan -
Absent
Council Member Brann -
Present
Council Member Pirsztuk -
Present
SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS:
1. Consideration and Possible action to interview candidates for the Recreation and
Parks Commission, Planning Commission, Environmental Committee, Library
Board of Trustees, Senior Citizen Housing Corporation Board and Community
Cable Advisory Committee. (Fiscal Impact: None)
Recommendation — 1) Interview candidates; 2) Announce appointments at the
7:00 p.m., July 19, 2016 City Council meeting, if any; and /or 3) Alternatively,
discuss and take other action related to this item.
Appointments will be announced at the 7:00 PM meeting.
5:00 P.M. SESSION
CALL TO ORDER — Mayor Fuentes at 5:00 PM
ROLL CALL
Mayor Fuentes -
Present
Mayor Pro Tern Boyles -
Present
Council Member Dugan -
Absent
Council Member Brann -
Present
Council Member Pirsztuk -
Present
PUBLIC COMMUNICATION — (Related to City Business On! — 5 minute limit per
person, 30 minute limit total) None
Greg Carpenter, City Manager, announced the Olivia Ortiz claim and the EPMC
grievance with the POA, PMA and the CEA will be discussed during Closed Session.
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Mayor Fuentes announced that Council would be meeting in closed session pursuant of
the items listed on the agenda.
CLOSED SESSION:
The City Council may move into a closed session pursuant to applicable law, including
the Brown Act (Government Code Section §54960, et seq.) for the purposes of
conferring with the City's Real Property Negotiator; and /or conferring with the City
Attorney on potential and /or existing litigation; and /or discussing matters covered under
Government Code Section §54957 (Personnel); and /or conferring with the City's Labor
Negotiators; as follows:
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — EXISTING LITIGATION (Gov't Code
§54956.9(d)(1): -1- matter
1. City of El Segundo vs. City of Los Angeles, et.al. LASC Case No. BS094279
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(d)(2): -S-
matter.
Initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code §54956.9 (d)(4): -1- matters.
DISCUSSION OF PERSONNEL MATTERS (Gov't Code §54957): -2- matter
1. Public Employee Performance Evaluation
Title: City Manager
2. Public Employee Performance Evaluation
Title: City Attorney
APPOINTMENT OF PUBLIC EMPLOYEE (Gov't. Code § 54957): -0- matter
PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT (Gov't Code § 54957) -0- matter
CONFERENCE WITH CITY'S LABOR NEGOTIATOR (Gov't Code §54957.6):-6-
matters
1. Employee Organizations: Employee Organizations: Police Management
Association; Police Officers Association; Police Support Services Employees
Association; Fire Fighters Association; Supervisory and Professional Employees
Association; City Employee Association
Agency Designated Representative: Steve Filarsky and City Manager
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CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR (Gov't Code §54956.8): -0-
matters
Adjourned at 6:50 PM
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, JULY 19, 2016 - 7:00 P.M.
7:00 P.M. SESSION
CALL TO ORDER — Mayor Fuentes at 7:02 PM
INVOCATION — Tracy Weaver, City Clerk
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Mayor Pro Tem Boyles
PRESENTATIONS - None
ROLL CALL
Mayor Fuentes e
Present
Mayor Pro Tern Boyles -
Present
Council Member Dugan -
Absent
Council Member Brann -
Present
Council Member Pirsztuk _
Present
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS — (Related to City Business Only — 5 minute limit per
person, 30 minute limit total)
Scott Houston, 4th District, invited the community to the Greywater Workshop to be held
on Saturday, July 30, 2016 from 9:00 AM — 12:00 PM at the Culver City — City Hall.
Ron Swanson, resident and business owner, commented on the oversized vehicle
parking issue within El Segundo and commented on the fact that the City does not have
a receptionist after 12:00 PM.
Jim Latta, Senior Housing Board President commented on item #F11.
Dr. Mendez, resident, commented on the recent Strategic Planning Session.
CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS — (Related to Public Communications)
Council answer questions received during Public Communications.
A. PROCEDURAL MOTIONS
Consideration of a motion to read all ordinances and resolutions on the Agenda by title
only.
MOTION by Council Member Brann, SECONDED by Mayor Pro Tern Boyles to read all
ordinances and resolutions on the agenda by title only. MOTION PASSED BY
UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. 4/0.
B. SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (PUBLIC HEARING)
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C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Consideration and possible action to establish the El Segundo Technology
Committee comprised of local business representatives, El Segundo residents,
City Council and staff members to provide recommendations specific to the City's
technology systems.
(Fiscal Impact: $0).
Greg Carpenter, City Manager, introduced the item.
Brian Evanski, El Segundo Police Captain, gave a presentation and answered Council
questions.
Council Discussion
MOTION by Council Member Pirstzuk, SECONDED by Mayor Pro Tern Boyles
authorizing the establishment of the El Segundo Technology Committee to be
comprised of three (3) to five (5) members from the El Segundo business and
residential community, and two (2) members of City Council, all with the expertise to
advise the City on its technology systems and add the Technology Committee to the
City's Local Appointment List pursuant to the California Government Code Section
54972. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. 4/0.
D. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES, COMMISSIONS AND BOARDS
2. Consideration and possible action to announce the appointments to the
Recreation and Parks Commission, Planning Commission, Environmental
Committee, Library Board of Trustees, Senior Citizen Housing Corporation Board
and Community Cable Advisory Committee.
(Fiscal Impact: None)
Mayor Fuentes announced the appointment of Alex Farfan to the Recreation and Parks
Commission to a full term expiring June 30, 2020; Kevin Maggay to a partial term
expiring June 30, 2018 and Rachel McPherson to a full term expiring June 30, 2020 to
the Environmental Committee.
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.
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3. Approve Warrant Numbers 3011678 through 3011928 on Register No. 18 in the
total amount of $951,483.94 and Wire Transfers from 06/13/16 through 06/26/16
in the total amount of $1,586,134.50 and Warrant Numbers 3011929 through
3012102 on Register No. 19 in the total amount of $959,130.69 and Wire
Transfers from 06/27/16 through 07/10/16 in the total amount of $1,364,844.14.
Authorize staff to release. Ratified Payroll and Employee Benefit checks; checks
released early due to contracts or agreement; emergency disbursements and /or
adjustments; and wire transfers.
4. PULLED BY MAYOR PRO TEM BOYLES
5. PULLED BY MAYOR PRO TEM BOYLES
6. Accept the Water Main Improvement Project on Virginia St., Oak Ave. and
Bayonne St. for Project No. 15-08 as complete and authorize the City Clerk to file
Notice of Completion in the County Recorder's office.
(Fiscal Impact: $1,355,863.88.)
7. Accept the Sewer Main Improvement work for Project No. 13-24 as complete and
authorize the City Clerk to file Notice of Completion in the County Recorder's
office.
(Fiscal Impact: $1,407,096.67)
8. Adopt Resolution No. 4901 approving plans and specifications for the Pump
Station #1 & #7 Modification Improvement, Project No. PW 16 -07 and authorize
staff to advertise the project for receipt of construction bids.
(Fiscal Impact: To be determined.)
9. Adopt Resolution No. 4900 approving Plans and Specifications for the Water
Valve Replacement Project at multiple locations on the following streets: Willcrest
St., Cedar St., dolly Ave., Walnut Ave., Mariposa Ave. and Eucalyptus St.,
Project No. PW 16 -24.
(Fiscal Impact: To be determined)
10. Approve a thirty (30) day provisional appointment extension for the position of
Information Systems Manager.
(Fiscal Impact: $).
MOTION by Mayor Pro Tern Boyles, SECONDED by Council Member Brann to approve
Consent Agenda items 3, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS
VOICE VOTE. 4/0.
PULLED ITEMS:
0
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4. Approve Regular City Council Meeting Minutes of June 21, 2016 and Special City
Council Meeting Minutes of June 23, 2016.
(Fiscal Impact: None)
Mayor Pro Tem Boyles corrected his comments on family's leaving El Segundo. The
Bustrom's family is not moving, however, the Puska family is moving. He wished the
Puska's well on their move.
MOTION by Mayor Pro Tem Boyles, SECONDED by Council Member Pirstzuk to
approve, as corrected, the Regular City Council Meeting Minutes of June 21, 2016 and
the Special City Council Meeting Minutes of June 23, 2016. MOTION PASSED BY
UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. 4/0.
5. Consideration and possible action to approve agreement no. 5169, on a sole
source basis, with Steve Koester dba Environmental Compliance Services
to provide a temporary consultant services for the Fire Department and its
Certified Unified Program Agency (CUPA) program.
(Fiscal Impact: $110,000)
Mayor Pro Tem Boyles asked Greg Carpenter, City Manager, to give more background
on the item.
Council Discussion
MOTION by Mayor Pro Tem Boyles, SECONDED by Council Member Brann to
authorize the City Manager to sign and enter into a Professional Services Agreement, in
a form approved by the City Attorney, with Steve Koester dba Koester Environmental
Compliance Services and authorize a blanket purchase order for Steve Koester dba
Koester Environmental Compliance Services to enable the Fire Department to receive
the services provided by Steve Koester dba Environmental Compliance Services, not to
exceed $110,000. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. 4/0.
F. NEW BUSINESS
11. Consideration and possible action regarding policy action for the Park Vista
Senior Housing Facility, located at 615 E. Holly Ave., regarding the loan
repayment agreement between the City of El Segundo and the El Segundo
Senior Citizen Housing Corporation ( "Corporation ") and funding of the Voters'
Trust Account.
(Fiscal Impact: $882,544).
Greg Carpenter, City Manager, introduced the item.
Joseph Lillio, Finance Director, gave a presentation.
Council Discussion
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MOTION by Mayor Pro Tern Boyles, SECONDED by Council Member Brann to
authorize the appropriation in the amount of $882,544 from the General Fund
undesignated reserve fund balance to the Voter's Trust Account (Park Vista Fund) and
forgive the $2,000,000.00 loan balance. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE
VOTE. 4/0.
G. REPORTS — CITY MANAGER — Mr. Carpenter had Police Chief Tavera give a
report on how El Segundo is addressing the safety concerns of our officers during this
time when law enforcement officers are being threatened all over the U.S. and
Stephanie Katsouleas gave an update on the Richmond Street Rehabilitation project.
Mr. Carpenter mentioned the Farmer's Market is moving from the 400 block of Main to
the 300 block of Main. Thanked all departments involved in the 4th of July festivities for a
job well done.
H. REPORTS — CITY ATTORNEY- mentioned the attorney's office worked with the
Public Works department to get the Richmond Street Rehabilitation project back on
track with the contractor, thanked the Finance Director for his work on resolving the
Park Vista situation, tracking legislation on a bill that would force City's to offer
affordable housing and will continue to watch the progress and working on various
development projects with the Planning and Building Safety department.
REPORTS — CITY CLERK - None
J. REPORTS — CITY TREASURER — Not Present
K. REPORTS — CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
Council Member Brann — Attended the Centennial Committee meeting, Joe Pinchuk's
Memorial Service, encouraged resident's to dine out on Richmond Street during
construction and finished his department tours.
Council Member Pirsztuk — Thanked the City's staff for a great job on the 4th of July
celebration.
Council Member Dugan — Absent
Mayor Pro Tern Boyles — None
Mayor Fuentes — Thanked the City's staff for a great job on the 4th of July celebration,
thanked Scot Nicol and Kumon for helping to sponsor the celebration, attended the
recent Strategic Planning Session, attending the Concert in the Park on Sunday,
attended the El Segundo Chamber of Commerce; Salute to the Military event and
attended Colonel Turner's Change of Command Ceremony.
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PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS — (Related to City Business Only — 5 minute limit per
person, 30 minute limit total)
MEMORIALS — None
Returned to Closed Session at 7:51 PM.
ADJOURNMENT at 9:17 PM
Tracy Weaver, City Clerk
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EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE: August 2, 2016
AGENDA STATEMENT AGENDA HEADING: Consent Agenda
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
Consideration and possible action to purchase equipment for a "Point to Point" wireless system
and amend contract #4917 for additional installation services, from Pacific Services in the
amount of $21,301 (Fiscal Impact: $21,301).
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
(1) Purchase equipment for a "Point to Point" Wireless system from Pacific Services in the
amount of $21,301
(2) Amend Agreement No. 4917 with Pacific Services Inc. to include additional equipment
installation services.
(3) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
Pacific Services Inc. Quote for microwave system
Pacific Services Inc. Agreement No. 4917
Pacific Services Inc. Amendment to Agreement No. 4917
FISCAL IMPACT: Included in Adopted Budget
Amount Budgeted: $21,301
Additional Appropriation: No
Account Number(s): 001 - 400 -3101 -8104 (Police Developer Fees)
ORIGINATED BY: Brian Evanski, Police Captain
REVIEWED BY: Mitch Tavera, Chief of Police
APPROVED BY: Greg Carpenter, City Manager
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:
El Segundo Police accepted an offer for office space at "The Point" shopping center in El
Segundo to establish a location on the east side of town for officers to write reports.
In order to have report writing capabilities, a connection to the City network is required. This
network connection will also allow the ability to install and monitor surveillance cameras both
inside and outside the report writing office.
Pacific Services Inc. will provide and connect a "Point to Point" 5.8 GHz radio microwave link
system which will be installed on the roof at The Point shopping center, and at the Water Tank
Tower located at the Water Department on Lomita Street.
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El Segundo currently has an agreement with Pacific Services Inc. for similar services,
specifically the "Point to Point" microwave connection to the Life Guard Station at Grand
Beach, and Staff recommends authorizing Council to amend this agreement to include the
additional services. The amendment will increase the total amount of the contract to an amount
not -to- exceed $50,000 ($24,431 for the initial services, plus $21,301 for the additional services).
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CITY OF EE SEGUNDO
BROADBAND
RADIO
SYSTEM
FROM
WATER TANK
TOWER
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POINT
i"O&P, Sewicoej,
Presented To:
Scott Kim, Information Systems Manager
City of El Segundo
350 Main Street
El Segundo, CA 90245
Presented by:
Charles Margiotta
Pacific Services, Inc.
06/23/2016
The information in this document is strictly confidential between
The City of El Segundo and Pacific Services, Inc.
927 Calle Negocio, Suite L • San Clemente, CA 92673
Phone: (949) 542 -7995 • Fax: (949) 542 -7996 • www.pacdatacom.com
City of El Segundo 0623201601
Broadband Radio System
INTRODUCTION
This document defines the services that Pacific Services, Inc. (hereafter referred to as "Pacific
Services "), will provide to THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO (hereafter referred to as "the customer "),
under this service agreement. THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO has engaged Pacific Services to provide
systems engineering resources for the purposes of performing a Technical Vulnerability and
Architecture Assessment.
The purpose of this document is to ensure that both Pacific Services and THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO
share a common and equal understanding of what services will be rendered by Pacific Services. The
information contained herein will describe the project scope. This Project Proposal includes the
following:
SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION
SECTION 2 SCOPE OF WORK
SECTION 3 CLARIFICATIONS, QUALIFICATIONS &
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
SECTION 4 ADDITIONAL WORK
SECTION 5 RETURN VISITS
SECTION 6 PRECAUTIONARY PROCEDURES
SECTION 7 LEGAL FEES
SECTION 8 ENTIRE AGREEMENT
SECTION 9 GOVERNING LAW & VENUE
SECTION 10 PROJECT COST
SECTION 11 PROJECT ACCEPTANCE & AUTHORIZATION
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Broadband Radio System
SCOPE OF WORK
Under this agreement, Pacific Services will provide professional services (technical resource
personnel) to implement the project described below for THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, Pacific Services
will provide services on a flat rate basis as referenced in Section 10 of this document to fulfill the
following project requirements.
Pacific Services will provide (1) Point to Point PTP650, 5.8 GHz radio links to The Point shopping
Center in the City of El Segundo mounted on the roof and connected in the IT switch on the second
floor, the other radio will be mounted at the Water department water tank tower, mounting 2ft
antenna on pipe mount which is mounted to the walkway hand rail at the 80ft point of the water tank
cat6 cable run from radio on tower to IT room in water departments server room switch. The IT switch
at water department is connected to the city network for connectivity to the city police station.
Pacific Services will coordinate link installation City of El Segundo will install (1) 5.8 GHz Cambium
PTP650 radio links at the specified locations.
Pacific services will bench test and pre - configure the radios for installation.
The PTP650 link with link City hall police station to a new police substation located The Point
shopping center.
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Broadband Radio System
CLARIFICATIONS, QUALIFICATIONS & SPECIAL CONDITIONS
1. Under a one year Limited Warranty for all materials and workmanship, Contractor shall not be
responsible for correcting work or replacing equipment damaged as a result of faulty work
performed, materials, or equipment supplied by others. Manufacturer's warranty on the radio
equipment of one year. This includes manufacturer parts and labor for depot repairs.
2. Contractor requires unlimited access to worksites during pre - designated installation schedule.
Any access delays will be documented by Contractor and charged to Customer on a time and
materials basis.
3. Customer is responsible for removing obstructions in order to provide a free and clear access for
new radio system installation.
4. A Change Order shall be issued when field conditions substantially differ from conditions of
job walk provided Customer agrees to and executes a written Change Order. All installation
areas not exhibited during job walk are deemed to be similar in nature to those areas exhibited,
as accurate to descriptions forwarded by Customer. Contractor agrees that it has performed a
requirements evaluation of Customer's main building and the remote office building.
5. If Customer stops installation project through no fault of Contractor, Customer shall pay
Contractor for all materials and labor expended to date. Customer shall incur set -up and /or
portal -to- portal charges for recommencement of installation activities. Cancellation of any
materials will be subject to a 20% restocking fee.
6. Customer agrees to accept the Radio system provided that Contractor has completed all work
specified here under and when Customer is satisfied in its reasonable discretion that successful
transmission of data and voice can be completed between the site locations.
7. Customer will be responsible for providing and configuring switches to interface to building
LANs. Customer will also be responsible for programming or configuring of phone systems for
any voice requirements.
8. Customer will be responsible for any building permits or city permits if required.
9. Customer is responsible for acquiring necessary permission to install roof top antennas and
equipment from building lessor (if applicable).
10. Customer should provide indoor 110VAC UPS power supply for power brick modules of radio
units.
11. Contractor will provide insurance certificates if requested. If named party policy is required an
additional charge of $250.00 /named party will apply.
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ADDITIONAL WORK
If, at any time, following acceptance of this Agreement and prior to payment for Contractor's services,
Customer requests work to be performed by Contractor in addition to that described in Paragraph I of
this Agreement, Customer shall pay for such additional materials and time required to perform the
additional work requested, provided the Customer agrees and executes a mutually agreeable Change
Order.
Contractor's fees for labor required to perform the additional work shall be at the rate of $185.00 per hour
per man plus $100.00 trip charge. (Off hours at $212.75/per hour.) Contractor will not perform additional
work except upon mutually agreed Change Order. Off -hours are defined as after 5 P.M. and before 8
A.M. PST and Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.
RETURN VISITS
Contractor shall test all work performed upon completion to ensure its proper installation and operations.
Contractor shall not be responsible for correcting work or replacing equipment damaged as a result of
faulty work performed on equipment supplied by others. If Customer requests additional visits by
Contractor to the job site following acceptance of the work, Customer agrees to pay Contractor fee for
labor required to perform additional work, which shall be at the rate set forth at Section IV of this
Agreement.
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PRECAUTIONARY PROCEDURES
Contractor will take all necessary and customary precautions in introducing and maintaining safety
measures against all hazards connected with the work under this contract. Contractor will make
protective arrangements as to protect work operations from damaging the premises or other work
operations. Contractor shall not be liable for any loss incurred by Customer as a result of Customer's
inability to have access to or use of, but not limited to, electrical equipment, telephones, or computers
during the time that work is being performed by Contractor. Contractor to have General Liability,
Property Damage, and Worker's Compensation Insurance.
Pacific Services shall hold harmless and indemnify THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO (and any of its
subsidiaries or affiliates) from and against any damages which are directly or indirectly suffered or
incurred by THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO and which arise from or as a result of, or are directly or
indirectly connected with Pacific Services' services provided to THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO under
this agreement.
LEGAL FEES
Attorney's Fees: The prevailing party in any dispute between the parties arising out of the interpretation,
application or enforcement of any provision of this Agreement, shall be entitled to recover all of its
reasonable attorneys' fees and costs whether suit be filed or not, including without limitation costs and
attorney's fees related to or arising out of any arbitration proceeding, trial or appellate proceedings.
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ENTIRE AGREEMENT
This Agreement contains the entire agreement between the parties concerning the subject matter hereof,
and supersedes all other oral or written agreements, understandings, commitments, and practices
between the parties, whether or not fully performed by the time of the execution of this Agreement. This
proposal may be withdrawn if not accepted within 30 days.
GOVERNING LAW & VENUE
This Agreement shall be constructed in accordance with, and governed by, the laws of the State of
California.
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PROJECT COSTS
Customer agrees to pay Contractor the sum of Twenty one Thousand three Hundred dollars and 02/100
cents ($21,300.02) for the work described in Section 2, scope of work, on the following terms: Net 30
days, F.O.B. factory, sales tax included in total, per the following schedule. Late payment will incur a
late charge of 1.5 percent interest per month on the outstanding balance.
The cost and equipment summary for this radio groiect is below:
QTY
PART
DESCRIPTION
UNIT
PRICE
EXT. PRICE
2
C050065HO10A
PTP650 Integrated with Enhanced AC /DC Power
Supply
2,786.00
5,572.00
1
AMS
Antenna Mounting pole Structure, for The Point
location heavy duty non -pen with pads and block
ballast
958.00
958.00
2
KC0550
CAT5E Cable Kit —150 Meters
388.00
776.00
4
Coax
4ft Coax LMR]um ers
135.00
540.00
2
C000065LO07A
PTP650 LPU and Grounding Kit
441.50
883.00
2
RDG4472B
2ft 5.7- 6.4GHz dual_ feed antennas
900.00
1,800.00
1
Pole
Pole extension and conduit for Water tank towers
649.00
649.00
1
INSTALLATION
Installation, Alignment and Testing Water Tank &
The Point locations only
5,985.00
5,985.00
2
Mobilization
Services, Mobilization and demobilization
500.00
1,000.00
1
C000065KO22A
Software upgrade 125Mb s to 450Mb s (Optional)
895.50
2
C000065SO12A
PTP650 Extended warranty, 2 years
403.00
806.00
1
On -Site
8x5 Labor services, within 8 hours from call One year
1,000.00
1,000.00
1
SHIPPING
Shi in , Handling, & Insurance
325.00
223.00
1
Tax
Sales Tax 9%
1,006.02
1,006.02
Total:
$21,300.02
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PROJECT ACCEPTANCE & AUTHORIZATION
THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO and Pacific Services, Inc.
This agreement must have final approval and a signature of the designated Pacific Services and THE
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO representative.
The below signed parties are in agreement that this Scope of Work constitutes the full extent of their
agreement, and acceptable performance guidelines to satisfy adequate meeting of objectives defined
by THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO and Pacific Services, Inc. Both parties further agree that substantive
changes in the requirements may result in increased or decreased associated costs that can be
addressed by modification of the primary purchase order or by issuance of another purchase order.
This is to certify that the undersigned Pacific Services and THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO
representatives acknowledge and accept the terms and conditions of the enclosed Scope of Work.
Agreed and accepted by: THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO
Signature
Name (Printed)
Agreed and accepted by:
Signature
Name (Printed)
Title
PACIFIC SERVICES, INC.
Title
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Date
Agreement No. 4917
SERVICES AGREEMENT
BETWEEN
THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO AND
PACIFIC SERVICES, INC.
THIS SERVICES AGREEMENT ( "Agreement ") is made and entered into this 1st day of
December, 2015, by and between the CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, a general law city and municipal
corporation ( "CITY ") and PACIFIC SERVICES, INC., a California Corporation
( "CONTRACTOR ").
The Parties agree as follows:.
1. CONSIDERATION,
A. As partial consideration, CONTRACTOR agrees to perform the work listed in the
SCOPE OF SERVICES, below;
B. As additional consideration, CONTRACTOR and CITY agree to abide by the
terms and conditions contained in this Agreement;
C. As additional consideration, CITY agrees to pay CONTRACTOR a sum not to
exceed Twenty Four Thousand, Five Hundred dollars ($24,500) for
CONTRACTOR's services, for CONTRACTOR's services set forth in the
attached Exhibits "A" and `B," which are incorporated by reference. CITY will
pay such amount promptly, but not later than thirty (30) days after receiving
CONTRACTOR's invoice.
2. TERM. The term of this Agreement will be from December 1, 2015, to November 30, 2016.
The Agreement may be renewed upon mutual consent of the parties.
3. SCOPE OF SERVICES.
A. CONTRACTOR will perform services listed in the attached Exhibits A and B.
B. CONTRACTOR will, in a workmanlike manner, furnish all of the labor,
technical, administrative, professional and other personnel, all supplies and
materials, equipment, printing, vehicles, transportation, office space and facilities,
and all tests, testing and analyses, calculation, and all other means whatsoever,
except as herein otherwise expressly specified to be furnished by CITY, necessary
or proper to perform and complete the work and provide the professional services
required of CONTRACTOR by this Agreement.
4. PREVAILING WAGES.
A. Pursuant to Labor Code § 1720, and as specified in 8 California Code of
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Regulations § 16000, CONTRACTOR must pay its workers prevailing wages. It
is CONTRACTOR's responsibility to interpret and implement any prevailing
wage requirements and CONTRACTOR agrees to pay any penalty or civil
damages resulting from a violation of the prevailing wage laws.
B. In accordance with Labor Code § 177' ).2, copies of the prevailing rate of per diem
wages are available upon request from CITY's Engineering Division or the
website for State of California Prevailing wage determination at
Imp: CONTRACTOR must post a copy of the
prevailing rate of per diem wages at the job site.
C. CITY directs CONTRACTOR's attention to Labor Code §§ 1777.5, 1777.6 and
3098 concerning the employment of apprentices by CONTRACTOR or any
subcontractor.
D. Labor Code § 1777.5 requires CONTRACTOR or subcontractor employing
tradesmen in any apprenticeship occupation to apply to the joint apprenticeship
committee nearest the site of the public works project and which administers the
apprenticeship program in that trade for a certificate of approval. The certificate
must also fix the ratio of apprentices to journeymen that will be used in the
performance of the contract. The ratio of apprentices to journeymen in such cases
will not be less than one to five except:
When employment in the area of coverage by the joint apprenticeship
committee has exceeded an average of 15 percent in the 90 days before the
request for certificate, or
ii. When the number of apprentices in training in the area exceeds a ratio of
one to five, or
iii. When the trade can show that it is replacing at least 1/30 of its
membership through apprenticeship training on an annual basis state -wide
or locally, or
iv. When CONTRACTOR provides evidence that CONTRACTOR employs
registered apprentices on all of his contracts on an annual average of not
less than one apprentice to eight journeymen.
CONTRACTOR is required to make contributions to funds established for
the administration of apprenticeship programs if CONTRACTOR employs
registered apprentices or journeymen in any apprenticeable trade on such
contracts and if other contractors on the public works site are making such
contributions.
vi. CONTRACTOR and any subcontractor must comply with Labor Code §§
1777.5 and 1777.6 in the employment of apprentices.
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vii. Information relative to apprenticeship standards, wage schedules and other
requirements may be obtained from the Director of Industrial Relations,
ex- officio the Administrator of Apprenticeship, San Francisco, California,
or from the Division of Apprenticeship Standards and its branch offices.
E. CONTRACTOR and its subcontractors must keep an accurate certified payroll
records showing the name, occupation, and the actual per diem wages paid to each
worker employed in connection with this Agreement. The record will be kept
open at all reasonable hours to the inspection of the body awarding the contract
and to the Division of Labor Law Enforcement. If requested by CITY,
CONTRACTOR must provide copies of the records at its cost.
5. FAMILIARITY WITH WORK.
A. By executing this Agreement, CONTRACTOR represents that CONTRACTOR
has
i. Thoroughly investigated and considered the scope of services to be
performed;
ii. Carefully considered how the services should be performed; and
iii. Understands the facilities, difficulties, and restrictions attending
performance of the services under this Agreement.
B. If services involve work upon any site, CONTRACTOR warrants that
CONTRACTOR has or will investigate the site and is or will be fully acquainted
with the conditions there existing, before commencing the services hereunder.
Should CONTRACTOR discover any latent or unknown conditions that may
materially affect the performance of the services, CONTRACTOR will
immediately inform CITY of such fact and will not proceed except at
CONTRACT OR's own risk until written instructions are received from CITY.
6. INSURANCE.
A. Before commencing performance under this Agreement, and at all other times this
Agreement is effective, CONTRACTOR will procure and maintain the following
types of insurance with coverage limits complying, at a minimum, with the limits
set forth below:
_I)e cal' insurance
Commercial general liability:
Business automobile liability
Workers compensation
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$1,000,000
$1,000,000
Statutory requirement.
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B, Commercial general liability insurance will meet or exceed the requirements of
ISO -CGL Form No. CG 00 01 11 85 or 88. The amount of insurance set forth
above will be a combined single limit per occurrence for bodily injury, personal
injury, and property damage for the policy coverage. Liability policies will be
endorsed to name City, its officials, and employees as "additional insureds" under
said insurance coverage and to state that such insurance will be deemed "primary"
such that any other insurance that may be carried by City will be excess thereto.
Such insurance will be on an "occurrence," not a "claims made," basis and will
not be cancelable or subject to reduction except upon thirty (30) days prior written
notice to City.
C. Automobile coverage will be written on ISO Business Auto Coverage Form CA
00 01 06 92, including symbol 1 (Any Auto).
D. CONTRACTOR will furnish to City duly authenticated Certificates of Insurance
evidencing maintenance of the insurance required under this Agreement,
endorsements as required herein, and such other evidence of insurance or copies
of policies as may be reasonably required by City from time to time. Insurance
must be placed with insurers with a current A.M. Best Company Rating
equivalent to at least a Rating of "A:VII." Certificate(s) must reflect that the
insurer will provide thirty (30) day notice of any cancellation of coverage.
CONTRACTOR will require its insurer to modify such certificates to delete any
exculpatory wording stating that failure of the insurer to mail written notice of
cancellation imposes no obligation, and to delete the word "endeavor" with regard
to any notice provisions.
E. Should CONTRACTOR, for any reason, fail to obtain and maintain the insurance
required by this Agreement, City may obtain such coverage at CONTRACTOR's
expense and deduct the cost of such insurance from payments due to
CONTRACTOR under this Agreement or terminate.
7. TIME FOR PERFORMANCE. CONTRACTOR will not perform any work under this
Agreement until:
A. CONTRACTOR furnishes proof of insurance as required under Section 6 of this
Agreement; and
B. CITY gives CONTRACTOR a written Notice to Proceed.
C. Should CONTRACTOR begin work in advance of receiving written authorization
to proceed, any such professional services are at CONTRACTOR's own risk.
8. TERMINATION.
A. Except as otherwise provided, CITY may terminate this Agreement at any time
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with or without cause. Notice of termination will be in writing.
B. CONTRACTOR may terminate this Agreement upon providing written notice to
CITY at least thirty (30) days before the effective termination date.
C. Should the Agreement be terminated pursuant to this Section, CITY may procure
on its own terms services similar to those terminated.
D. By executing this document, CONTRACTOR waives any and all claims for
damages that might otherwise arise from CITY's termination under this Section.
INDEMNIFICATION.
A. CONTRACTOR indemnifies and holds CITY harmless from and against any
claim, action, damages, costs (including, without limitation, reasonable
attorney's fees and penalties), injuries, or liability, arising out of this
Agreement, or its performance including, without limitation, damages or
penalties arising from CONTRACTOR's removal, remediation, response or
other plan concerning any Hazardous Waste resulting in the release of any
hazardous substance into the environment, except for such loss or damage
arising from CITY's sole negligence or willful misconduct. Should CITY be
named in any suit, or should any claim be brought against it by suit or
otherwise, whether the same be groundless or not, arising out of this
Agreement, or its performance, CONTRACTOR will defend CITY (at
CITY's request and with counsel satisfactory to CITY) and will indemnify
CITY for any judgment rendered against it or any sums paid out in
settlement or otherwise.
B. For purposes of this section "CITY" includes CITY's officers, officials,
employees, agents, representatives, and volunteers.
C. CONTRACTOR expressly agrees that this release, waiver, and indemnity
agreement is intended to be as broad and inclusive as is permitted by the law of
the State of California and that if any portion is held invalid, it is agreed that the
balance will, notwithstanding, continue in full legal force and effect.
D. It is expressly understood and agreed that the foregoing provisions will survive
termination of this Agreement.
E. The requirements as to the types and limits of insurance coverage to be
maintained by CONTRACTOR as required by this Agreement, and any approval
of said insurance by CITY, are not intended to and will not in any manner limit or
qualify the liabilities and obligations otherwise assumed by CONTRACTOR
pursuant to this Agreement, including, without limitation, to the provisions
concerning indemnification.
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9. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR. CITY and CONTRACTOR agree that
CONTRACTOR will act as an independent contractor and will have control of all work and the
manner in which is it performed. CONTRACTOR will be free to contract for similar service to
be performed for other employers while under contract with CITY. CONTRACTOR is not an
agent or employee of CITY and is not entitled to participate in any pension plan, insurance,
bonus or similar benefits CITY provides for its employees. Any provision in this Agreement that
may appear to give CITY the right to direct CONTRACTOR as to the details of doing the work
or to exercise a measure of control over the work means that CONTRACTOR will follow the
direction of the CITY as to end results of the work only.
10. NOTICES.
A. All notices given or required to be given pursuant to this Agreement will be in
writing and may be given by personal delivery or by mail. Notice sent by mail
will be addressed as follows:
To CITY: Attn: City Clerk's office
City of El Segundo
350 Main Street
El Segundo, CA 90245
To CONTRACTOR: Attn: Gary Greening, President
Pacific Services, Inc.
927 Calle Negocio Suite L
San Clemente, CA 92673
B. When addressed in accordance with this paragraph, notices will be deemed given
upon deposit in the United States mail, postage prepaid. In all other instances,
notices will be deemed given at the time of actual delivery.
C. Changes may be made in the names or addresses of persons to whom notices are
to be given by giving notice in the manner prescribed in this paragraph.
11. TAXPAYER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER. CONTRACTOR will provide CITY with a
Taxpayer Identification Number.
12. WAIVER. A waiver by CITY of any breach of any term, covenant, or condition contained
in this Agreement will not be deemed to be a waiver of any subsequent breach of the same or any
other term, covenant, or condition contained in this Agreement, whether of the same or different
character.
13. CONSTRUCTION. The language of each part of this Agreement will be construed simply
and according to its fair meaning, and this Agreement will never be construed either for or
against either party.
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14. SEVERABLE. If any portion of this Agreement is declared by a court of competent
jurisdiction to be invalid or unenforceable, then such portion will be deemed modified to the
extent necessary in the opinion of the court to render such portion enforceable and, as so
modified, such portion and the balance of this Agreement will continue in full force and effect.
15. CAPTIONS. The captions of the paragraphs of this Agreement are for convenience of
reference only and will not affect the interpretation of this Agreement.
16. WAIVER. Waiver of any provision of this Agreement will not be deemed to constitute a
waiver of any other provision, nor will such waiver constitute a continuing waiver.
17. INTERPRETATION. This Agreement was drafted in, and will be construed in accordance
with the laws of the State of California, and exclusive venue for any action involving this
agreement will be in Los Angeles County.
18. AUTHORITY/MODIFICATION. This Agreement may be subject to and conditioned
upon approval and ratification by the El Segundo City Council. This Agreement is not binding
upon CITY until executed by the City Manager. The Parties represent and warrant that all
necessary action has been taken by the Parties to authorize the undersigned to execute this
Agreement and to engage in the actions described herein. This Agreement may be modified by
written agreement. CITY's city manager may execute any such amendment on behalf of CITY.
19. ACCEPTANCE OF FACSIMILE SIGNATURES. The Parties agree that this Agreement,
agreements ancillary to this Agreement, and related documents to be entered into in connection
with this Agreement will be considered signed when the signature of a party is delivered by
facsimile transmission. Such facsimile signature will be treated in all respects as having the
same effect as an original signature.
20. EFFECT OF CONFLICT. In the event of any conflict, inconsistency, or incongruity between
any provision of this Agreement, its attachments, the purchase order, or notice to proceed, the
provisions of this Agreement will govern and control.
21. CAPTIONS. The captions of the paragraphs of this Agreement are for convenience of
reference only and will not affect the interpretation of this Agreement.
22. FORCE MAJEURE. Should performance of this Agreement be prevented due to fire, flood,
explosion, war, terrorist act, embargo, government action, civil or military authority, the natural
elements, or other similar causes beyond the Parties' control, then the Agreement will
immediately terminate without obligation of either party to the other.
23. ENTIRE AGREEMENT. This Agreement and its one attachment constitutes the sole
agreement between CONTRACTOR and CITY. To the extent that there are additional terms and
conditions contained in Exhibits "A" and "B" that are not in conflict with this Agreement, those
terms are incorporated as if fully set forth above. There are no other understandings, terms or
other agreements expressed or implied, oral or written.
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IN 'WITNESS WHEREOF the parties hereto have executed this Agreement the day and
year first hereinabove written.
CITY OF EL
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Greg
City
ATTEST:
l ,r , f Taxpayer ID No. 800104612
Tracy WevOr, �- 1
City Clerk f
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
ark D. H[ ensl
City Attorney
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PACIFIC SERVICES
927 Calle Negocio, Suite L
San Clemente, CA 92673 PRODUCT QUOTATION
Fi
Voice 949 - 542 -7995 Ext: 202 Fax 949 - 542 -7996
,5
-City of EI Segundo
QUOTE NUMBER:
12082
CUSTOMER:
AUDRE$S:
350 Main Street
QUOTE DATE:
22- Sep -15
ADDRESS:
egun o; 4 - 813
(EXPIRES:
25- Oct -15
CONTACT:
(Larry Klirgaman: Information System Manager
(DELIVERY:
15 -25 days ARO
TELEPHONE:
310 -524 -2392
IFOB:
Orgin
FAX:
PAYMENT:
Net 20 days
CAC
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PART NUMBER
DESCRIPTION
QTY
UNIT PRICE
TOTAL
C050065HO10A
PTP650 Integrated with Enhanced AC /DC Power Supply
2
$ 2,78600
$
5,57200
AMS
Antenna Mounting pole Structure, only for City Hall & Lifeguard
2
Station
$ 48800
$
97600
IKC0550
CATSE Cable Kit— 150 Meters
2
$ 22500
$
450 00
C0000651-007A
PTP650 LPU and Grounding Kit
2
$ 36000
$
72000
IFCC
2 Frequency Analysis: PCN, App Prep and Submit Schedule K for
2
$ 750.00
the Links
$
1,50000
TRAINING
Installation Training (no charge)
1
$
$
INSTALLATION
Installation, Alignment and Testing City Hall & Lifeguard Station
2
$ 4,500 00
$
9,00000
locations only
Calibration Chevron Tower
Added IntegrationfTrair ,ing /Alignment/Calibration for Chevron Tower
i
$ 1,89500
$
1,895 00
Vendor (Cazcom) coordination with other vendor on Tower
C000065K021A
2 Software Upgrade (125 Mbps to 250 Mbps) No longer available
0
$
C000065KO22A
2 Software Upgrade (125 Mbps to 450 Mbps)
0
$ 895.50
am rum fiP 850;�ATEI�fiFt'A
C000065SO12A
ADDITIONAL YEARS (Optional)
4
$350
$
1,400,00
Labor services
55 labor services, within 8 hours from call one year (Optional)
2
$1,000
$
2,00000
Shipping
shipping charges
1
$223
$
22300
Sale Tax
equipment sae tax
1
$753
$
- 753.00
Total
3
24,489.00
SIGNATURE
Accopled By.,
Charles Warglorta
Director of Business Development
Date:
9/22/2015
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CITY OF EL SEGUNDO
13R AD A.ND RADIO SYSTEM
U
ewe'd
Presented To:
Larry Klingaman, Information Systems Manager
City of El Segundo
350 Main Street
El Segundo, CA 90245
Presented by:
Charles Margiotta
Pacific Services, Inc.
10/06/15
The information in this document is strictly confidential between
The City of El Segundo and Pacific Services, Inc.
927 Calle Negocio, Suite L • San Clemente, CA 92673
Phone: (949) 542 -7995 • Fax: (9449) 542 -7996 - www.pacdatacom.com
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IN'T'RODUCTION
This document defines the services that Pacific Services, Inc. (hereafter referred to as "Pacific
Services "), will provide to THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO (hereafter referred to as "the customer'),
under this service agreement. THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO has engaged Pacific Services to provide
systems engineering -resources for the purposes of performing a Technical Vulnerability and
Architecture Assessment.
The purpose of this document is to ensure that both Pacific Services and THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO
share a common and equal understanding of what services will be rendered by Pacific Services. The
information contained herein will describe the project scope. This Project Proposal includes the
following:
SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION
SECTION 2 SCOPE OF WORK
SECTION 5 CLARIFICATIONS, QUALIFICATIONS &
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
SECTION 4 ADDITIONAL WORK
SECTION 5 RETURN VISITS
SECTION 6 PRECAUTIONARY PROCEDURES
SECTION 7 LEGAL FEES
SECTION 8 ENTIRE AGREEMENT
SECTION 9 GOVERNING LAW & VENUE
SECTION 10 PROJECT COST
SECTION 11 PROJECT ACCEPTANCE & AUTHORIZATION
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SCOPE OF WORK
Under this agreement, Pacific Services will provide professional services (technical resource
personnel) to implement the project described below for THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, Pacific Services
will provide services on a flat rate basis as referenced in Section 10 of this document to fulfill the
following project requirements.
Pacific Services will provide (2) Point to Point 650, 4.9 GHz radio links to the City of El Segundo. One
radio will be mounted at the police station roof aimed at the Chevron tower. The Chevron tower will
work as a repeater site with one radio aimed at the police station and one aimed at the Lifeguard
station at the beach where the camera is located.
Pacific Services will coordinate link installation with Sun Communications. Sun Communications, a
vendor for the City of El Segundo will install (2) 4.9GHz Cambium 650 radio links at the specified
locations.
Pacific services will bench test and pre - configure the radios for installation.
Pacific services has not done a site survey, and the scope of work is based on information provided
by the City of El Segundo. Pacific Services has not verified line of sight and cannot guarantee the link
work if there is no line of sight available front the city's selected locations.
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CLARIFICATIONS, QUALIFICATIONS & SPECIAL CONDITIONS
1. Under a one year Limited Warranty for all materials and workmanship, Contractor shall not be
responsible for correcting work or replacing equipment damaged as a result of faulty work
performed, materials, or equipment supplied by others. Manufacturer's warranty on the radio
equipment of one year. This includes manufacturer parts and labor for depot repairs.
2. Contractor requires unlimited access to worksites during pre - designated installation schedule.
Any access delays will be documented by Contractor and charged to Customer on a time and
materials basis.
3. Customer is responsible for removing obstructions in order to provide a free and clear access for
new radio system installation.
4. A Change Order shall be issued when field conditions substantially differ from conditions of
job walk provided Customer agrees to and executes a written Change Order. All installation
areas not exhibited during job walk are deemed to be similar in nature to those areas exhibited,
as accurate to descriptions forwarded by Customer. Contractor agrees that it has performed a
requirements evaluation of Customer's main building and the remote office building.
5. If Customer stops installation project through no fault of Contractor, Customer shall pay
Contractor for all materials and labor expended to date. Customer shall incur set -up and /or
portal -to- portal charges for recommencement of installation activities. Cancellation of any
materials will be subject to a 20% restocking fee.
6. Customer agrees to accept the Radio system provided that Contractor has completed all work
specified here under and when Customer is satisfied in its reasonable discretion that successful
transmission of data and voice can be completed between the site locations.
7. Customer will be responsible for providing and configuring switches to interface to building
LANs. Customer will also be responsible for programming or configuring of phone systems for
any voice requirements.
& Customer will be responsible for any building permits or city permits if required.
9. Customer is responsible for acquiring necessary permission to install roof top antennas and
equipment from building lessor (if applicable).
10. Customer should provide indoor 110VAC UPS power supply for power brick modules of radio
units.
11. Contractor will provide insurance certificates if requested. If named party policy is required an
additional charge of $250.00 /named party will apply.
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ADDITIONAL WORK
If, at any time, following acceptance of this Agreement and prior to payment for Contractor's services,
Customer requests work to be performed by Contractor in addition to that described in Paragraph I of
this Agreement, Customer shall pay for such additional materials and time required to perform the
additional work requested, provided the Customer agrees and executes a mutually agreeable Change
Order.
Contractors fees for labor required to perform the additional work shall be at the rate of $185.00 per hour
per man plus $100.00 trip charge. (Off hours at $212.75/per hour.) Contractor will not perform additional
work except upon mutually agreed Change Order. Off -hours are defined as after 5 P.M. and before 8
A.M. PST and Saturdays, Sundays and holidays.
RETURN VISITS
Contractor shall test all work performed upon completion to ensure its proper installation and operations.
Contractor shall not be responsible for correcting work or replacing equipment damaged as a result of
faulty work performed on equipment supplied by others. If Customer requests additional visits by
Contractor to the job site following acceptance of the work, Customer agrees to pay Contractor fee for
labor required to perform additional work, which shall be at the rate set forth at Section IV of this
Agreement.
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PRECAUTIONARY PROCEDURES
Contractor will take all necessary and customary precautions in introducing and maintaining safety
measures against all hazards connected with the work under this contract. Contractor will make
protective arrangements as to protect work operations from damaging the premises or other work
operations. Contractor shall not be liable for any loss incurred by Customer as a result of Customer's
inability to have access to or use of, but not limited to, electrical equipment, telephones, or computers
during the time that work is being performed by Contractor. Contractor to have General Liability,
Property Damage, and Worker's Compensation Insurance.
Pacific Services shall hold harmless and indemnify THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO (and any of its
subsidiaries or affiliates) from and against any damages which are directly or indirectly suffered or
incurred by THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO and which arise from or as a result of, or are directly or
indirectly connected with Pacific Services' services provided to THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO under
this agreement.
LEGAL FEES
Attorney's Fees: The prevailing party in any dispute between the parties arising out of the interpretation,
application or enforcement of any provision of this Agreement, shall be entitled to recover all of its
reasonable attorneys' fees and costs whether suit be filed or not, including without limitation costs and
attorney's fees related to or arising out of any arbitration proceeding, trial or appellate proceedings.
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ENTIRE AGREEMENT
This Agreement contains the entire agreement between the parties concerning the subject matter hereof,
and supersedes all other oral or written agreements, understandings, commitments, and practices
between the parties, whether or not fully performed by the time of the execution of this Agreement. This
proposal may be withdrawn if not accepted within 30 days.
GOVERNING LAW & VENUE
This Agreement shall be constructed in accordance with, and governed by, the laws of the State of
California.
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PROJECT COSTS
Customer agrees to pay Contractor the sum of Twenty Four 1 housand Four Hundred Thirty dollars and
92/100 cents ($24,430.92)
for the work described in Section 2, scope of work, on the following terms:
Net 30 days, F.O.B. factory,
sales tax included in total, per the following schedule. Late payment will
incur a late charge of 1.5
percent interest per month on the outstanding balance.
The cost and equipment Wnimart , for this radio projec-t is below:
QTY PART
DESCRIPTION UNIT EXT. PRICE
PRICE
2
C050065HO10A
PTP650 Integrated with Enhanced AC/DC Power
2,786.00
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Su plv
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AMS
Antenna Mounting pole Structure, only for City Hall
488.00
976.00
& Lifeguard station
KC0550 _
C_AT5E Cable Kit -150 Meters 4
2
225.00
450.00
2
C000065LO07A
PTP650 LPLJ and Grounding Kit
360.00
720.00
2
FCC
(2) Frequency Analysis, PCN, App Prep and Submit
750.00
1,500.00
Schedule K for the Links
1
TRAINING
Installa tion Training (no charge) �-
2
INSTALLATION
Installation, Alignment and Testing City Hall &
4,500.00
9,000.00
Lifeguard Station locations only
1
CALIBRATION
Chevron Tower Added �^ _
1:895.00
1,895.00
lntegration/ Training /Alignment /Calibration for
Chevron Tower Vendor (Cazcom) coordination with
other vendor on Tower
4
C000065SO12A
Cambium PTP 650, Extended Warranty per end, 2
350.00
1,400.00
additional years (Optional)
2
LABOR
8X5 labor services, within 8 hours from call one year
1,000.00
2,000.00
(Optional)
1
TAX
Sales Tax 9%
694.62
694.62
1
SHIPPING
Shipping, Handling, & Insurance
223.00
223.00
Total:
$24,430.92
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PROJECT ACCEPTANCE & AUTHORIZATION
THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO and Pacific Services, Inc.
This agreement must have final approval and a signature of the designated Pacific Services and THE
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO representative.
The below signed parties are in agreement that this Scope of Work constitutes the full extent of their
agreement, and acceptable performance guidelines to satisfy adequate meeting of objectives defined
by THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO and Pacific Services, Inc. Both parties further agree that substantive
changes in the requirements may result in increased or decreased associated costs that can be
addressed by modification of the primary purchase order or by issuance of another purchase order.
This is to certify that the undersigned Pacific Services and THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO
representatives acknowledge and accept the terms and conditions of the enclosed Scope of Work.
Agreed and accepted by: THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO
Signature -
Name (Printed) - Title _ Date
Agreed and accepted by: PACIFIC SERVICES, INC.
Signature
Name (Printed) - Title ^Date
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FIRST AMENDMENT TO
AGREEMENT NO. 4917 BETWEEN
THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO AND
PACIFIC SERVICES, INC.
THIS FIRST AMENDMENT ( "Amendment ") is made and entered into this 131h day of July,
2016, by and between CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, a general law city and municipal corporation
existing under the laws of California ( "City "), and PACIFIC SERVICES INC., a California
Corporation ( "Contractor ").
1. Pursuant to Section 35 of the Agreement, Section 1(C) is amended to increase the
amount of the Agreement by Twenty -One Thousand Three hundred Dollars
($21,300), so that the City agrees to pay Contractor a total sttm not to exceed fifty
thousand Dollars ($50,000) for Contractor's services through December 30, 2016.
2. In consideration, Contractor agrees to perform the additional services listed in the
attached Exhibit A. To the extent that there are additional terms and conditions
contained in Exhibit A, that are not in conflict with the Agreement, as amended, those
terms are incorporated as if fully set forth in the Agreement. In the event of any
conflict, inconsistency, or incongruity between Exhibit A and any provision of the
Agreement, as amended, the Agreement will govern and control.
3. This Amendment may be executed in any number of counterparts, each of which will
be an original, but all of which together constitutes one instrument executed on the
same date.
4. Except as modified by this Amendment, all other terms and conditions of Agreement
No. 4917 will remain the same.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Amendment the day and
year first hereinabove written.
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO,
a general law city
Greg Carpenter,
City Manager
ATTEST:
Tracy Weaver,
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Mark D. Hensley,
City Attorney
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PACIFIC SERVICES INC.
a California Corporation
Gary Greening,
President
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EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: August 2, 2016
AGENDA STATEMENT AGENDA HEADING: Consent Agenda
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
Consideration and possible action to: 1) adopt a Resolution approving Plans and
Specifications for the Water Meter Replacement Project in Commercial Area East of
Sepulveda Blvd., Project No. PW16 -04; 2) approve sole source findings to designate
Metron Farnier Smart Water Meters (a.k.a., automatic meter readers) in bidding
specifications for the project; and 3) authorize staff to advertise and solicit bids for the
purchase and installation of automatic meter readers. (Fiscal Impact: to be determined)
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
1. Adopt the attached Resolution approving Plans and Specifications for Water Meter
Replacement Project in Commercial Area East of Sepulveda Blvd., (Project No.
PW16 -04) and approve sole source findings to designate Metron Farnier Smart Water
Meters in bidding specifications for the project.
2. Authorize staff to advertise the project for receipt of construction bids.
3. Alternatively, discuss and take other possible actions related to this item.
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
Resolution
FISCAL IMPACT:
Amount Budgeted: $1,100,000.00
Additional Appropriation: N/A
Account Number(s): 501- 400 - 7103 -8461 (Water Enterprise Fund CIP)
502- 400 - 8204 -8461 (Sewer Enterprise Fund CIP)
ORIGINATED BY: Arianne Bola, Senior Associate Engineer [,�- I,f rzoomf
REVIEWED BY: Stephanie Katsouleas, Public W rks Director
APPROVED BY: Greg Carpenter, City Manager
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:
The City's water transmission and distribution system dates back to the 1920's. Over the
decades, as repairs and replacements were needed, former staff members utilized the materials
and technologies considered industry standard at that time. Likewise, our current staff continues
to regularly evaluates technologic advancements in the field of water engineering in its
determination of what upgrades /enhancements may be appropriate for the City's water
infrastructure and network. One such advancement is the use of automatic meters to read
consumption/usage by our potable water customers.
Currently, El Segundo relies on predominantly on the labor intensive methodology of manually
reading each meter register in the city on a monthly and bi- monthly basis for billing purposes
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(4000+ meters). However, new technologies in automatic meter reading have improved
significantly over the past 5 -7 years, and are continuing to do so every year. For example,
"smart" meters now collect consumption/usage electronically and use wifi, bluetooth and cellular
service to transmit that data to local receivers. The data collected also captures interval usage,
which can range from minutes, to hours to days depending on the setting selected. Such data is
extremely valuable for detecting unknown leaks, highlighting unusual usage, and can help
customers better determine how their practices at home impact their water consumption rates
(e.g., irrigation vs. laundry or showers). This, in turn, can help customers implement better water
conservation strategies and know the real benefits of those changes. It is worth noting that some
of the improvements made more recently (over the last two years) have improved the antenna
placement and capabilities, thereby allowing meter register retrofits to be possible in smaller,
confined meter boxes.
This project proposes to install approximately 400 automatic meter readers throughout the City's
commercial sector located east of Sepulveda. This is our most labor intensive area for manual
data collection due to the large area covered. We estimate that what currently takes 6 days per
month of staff time will be reduced to just a few hours, thereby providing our meter reader more
time for meter maintenance and repairs on the larger water system.
Staff also plans to roll out a full scale meter replacement program over the next several years to
all of the city's water customers. Funds for this effort were incorporated into the City's latest 5-
year water rate study such that it can be completed within the remaining 3 -year timeframe.
Sole Source Findings
Over the past several years, the Water Division has used automatic meter readers of different
brands on a smaller scale as it conducted trials of those brands (see below). In addition to the
unique features each brand may offer (data storage capacity, antenna range, warranty, etc.), they
also require using their own proprietary software. Clearly, the staff coordination needed on a
large scale roll out of automatic meters would present undesirable challenges if multiple brands
were used. Therefore, staff is recommending the use of only one meter brand moving forward,
based on the meter we've tested and had the most success with within our network. Generally, a
specific product or trade name cannot be required in a public works bid and an equivalent
product must be allowed; however, State law allows the City to require a specific product or
trade name when bidding a project if the City Council finds that the item matches previously -
used products and is "necessary" and "is only available from one source." (PCC § 3400(c)(2),
(3))•
Staff researched several different vendors of advanced water meter technology to determine the
merits of each company's systems and find the most suitable smart meter that would best serve
the City under its unique circumstances and conditions. Research included internet literature,
email correspondences, discussions with vendors and other public agencies, vendor meetings,
demonstrations and cost comparison. Staff also evaluated the similar and diverse features among
the different systems and their relative compatibility with our own network. For example:
* The compactness and reliability of the radio antenna: Some meter antennas were
imbedded inside the unit while others were tethered by an external wire. We concluded
that an externally wired connection could be more easily tampered with and may require
excessive maintenance.
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• Data storage capabilities: Staff felt it was important to have a sufficient amount of data
point storage to aid in leak detection and better consumption analysis for staff and water
customers. The amount of data storage available directly impacts the data collection
frequencies that can be achieved (e.g., setting a desirable per minute rate rather than a per
hour rate in water usage).
• Communication Flexibility: Staff preferred to have a two -way communication ability,
which allows an automatic meter to be programmed remotely from a laptop. This is a
valuable feature for altering the data collection frequency when working with specific
customers to better pinpoint irregular consumption patterns.
• Quality of the Meter: The meters must meet accuracy standards, have sufficient radio
range and battery life. Some of the vendors' systems were rejected due to these
prerequisites.
Based on this thorough evaluation, City staff narrowed the potential list of meters to two brands.
To safeguard potential issues, staff then implemented a pilot project involving these top two
smart water meter brands. Staff purchased and installed 41 Neptune /Equarius smart meters
within one reading route and 71 Metron Farnier smart meters within another reading route. Staff
also purchased the supporting equipment, which included the software, computer, radio
transmitter, and receiver. Both meter brands were tested over the course of 12 months. This
allowed staff to review not only the technology metrics but also the maintenance of installation
and the actual field performance of the devices.
Based on the pilot project -phase of the evaluation and after careful comparison, staff
recommends the City designate the Metron Farnier smart meter in the bidding specifications for
this project (see attached meter selection report). In summary, Metron Farnier provides:
• Substantially more data points
■ Better overall accuracy
Comparable or better cost overall
• Easier maintenance
■ Superior durability
Furthermore, approximately 10% of the installed water meters in the City are Metron Farnier
smart meters, which we have slowing been upgrading as meter replacements were needed.
Although not the defining reason for product selection, Metron Farnier has the added benefit of
matching smart meters currently in use in the City. Lastly, the water crew are familiar with the
Metron Farnier software to operate the meters efficiently and effectively, are happy with the
reliability of the product and don't require additional training.
Therefore staff recommends that City Council: 1) adopt the attached resolution approving the
plans and specifications for Water Meter Replacement Project in Commercial Area East of
Sepulveda Blvd. [Project No. PW16 -04] and make the sole source findings to designate the
Metron Farnier Smart Water Meters in bidding specifications for the project and 2) authorize
staff to advertise the project for receipt of construction bids.
Project Timeline
Staff anticipates the following timeline for the total City -wide smart meter replacement program
that will conclude at the end of fiscal year 2018/19.
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Year
Number of Smart Meters Installed
FY 2016/17
Approximately 400 commercial meters in
varying sizes east of Sepulveda.
FY 2017/18
Approximately 2,000 commercial and
residential meters West of Sepulveda Blvd.
FY 2018/19
Approximately 2,000 commercial and
residential meters west of Sepulveda Blvd.
Staff estimate the following timeline for the project:
July, 2016 Advertise the Project
September, 2016 Project Award by City Council
October, 2016 Start Construction
May, 2017 Complete Construction
This work was identified and approved in FY 2015/16 and FY 2016/17 budget as part of the
City's Capital Improvement Program project listing and will advance the City's ultimate goal to
replace all of the City's aging water infrastructure.
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RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION FINDING A CERTAIN PRODUCT
DESIGNATED BY SPECIFIC BRAND BE USED AND
APPROVING THE DESIGN AND PLANS FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF THE WATER METER REPLACEMENT
PROJECT IN COMMERCIAL AREA EAST OF SEPULVEDA
BLD., PW 16 -04, PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE
SECTION 830.6 AND ESTABLISHING A PROJECT
PAYMENT ACCOUNT.
The City Council of the City of El Segundo does resolve as follows:
SECTION 1: The City Council finds and declares as follows:
A. The City Engineer prepared specifications and plans requesting
Construction of the Water Meter Replacement Project in Commercial Area
East of Sepulveda Blvd., PW 16 -04 (the "Project "). These plans are
complete. Bidding for construction of the Project may begin;
B. The City Council wishes to obtain the immunities set forth in Government
Code § 830.6 with regard to the plans and construction of the Project.
C. Pursuant to Public Contract Code (PCC) § 3400(b) and (c), the City may
make findings and designate certain products by specific brand or trade
name in order to match other products and equipment already in use in
the City and /or to obtain a necessary item that is only available from one
source.
SECTION 2: PCC § 3400 Findings.
A. The City Council finds that the sole source designation of the Metron
Farnier Smart Water Meters for the Project would ensure compatibility with
and match existing water meters used in the City. City staff are familiar
with Metron Farnier Smart Water Meters, and the City already has the
software and supporting network for such meters. Furthermore, the sole
source designation is necessary due to the unique demands for such
water meters in the City, such as the need for meters with radio signals
imbedded inside the unit, a two -way radio communication capacity,
adequate data points storage, sufficient radio range and battery life. The
Metron Farnier Smart Water Meters are therefore declared to be the sole
source, designated brand for use in the Project.
B. The City Council directs staff to describe these findings in the Project's
invitation for bids, as required by PCC § 3400(c).
SECTION 3: Design Immunity, Authorization.
Resolution No.
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A. The design and plans for the Project are determined to be consistent with
the City's standards and are approved.
B. The design approval set forth in this Resolution occurred before actual
work on the Project construction commenced.
C. The approval granted by this Resolution conforms with the City's General
Plan.
D. The City Engineer, or designee, is authorized to act on the City's behalf in
approving any alterations or modifications of the design and plans
approved by this Resolution.
E. The approval and authorization granted by this Resolution is intended to
avail the City of the immunities set forth in Government Code § 830.6.
SECTION 4: Project Payment Account. For purposes of the Contract Documents
administering the Project, the City Council directs the City Manager, or designee, to
establish a fund containing sufficient monies from the current fiscal year budget to pay
for the Project ( "Project Payment Account ") following receipt of construction bids. The
Project Payment Account will be the sole source of funds available for the Contract
Sum, as defined in the Contract Document administering the Project.
SECTION 6: The City Clerk is directed to certify the adoption of this Resolution.
SECTION 6: This Resolution will become effective immediately upon adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of 20,
ATTEST:
Tracy Weaver, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Mark D. Hensley, City Attorney
Suzanne Fuentes, Mayor
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EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: August 2, 2016
AGENDA STATEMENT AGENDA HEADING: Consent Agenda
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
Consideration and possible action to award a standard Public Works Contract to FS
Contractors, Inc., for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Project 601718 -15,
"Installation of American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Sidewalk Ramp Project." Project
No. PW 15 -24 (Fiscal Impact: $94,750.00).
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
I. Authorize the City Manager to execute a standard Public Works Contract in a form
approved by the City Attorney with FS Contractors, Inc. in the amount of $75,800.00.
2. Authorize an additional contingency amount of $18,950.00 for unforeseen conditions.
3. Alternatively, discuss and take other possible actions related to this item.
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
Location Map
FISCAL IMPACT: Included in Adopted Budget
Amount Budgeted: $96,000
Additional Appropriation: No
Account Number(s): 111- 400 - 2781 -8499 (Community Development Block Grant:
Capital Projects)
ORIGINATED BY: Floriza Rivera, Principal Engi
REVIEWED BY: Stephanie Katsouleas, Public Works Direct
APPROVED BY: Greg Carpenter, City Manager OA
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:
The City of El Segundo qualifies each year for Federal Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) funds. The program supports local community development projects that meet national
objectives, such as benefiting low and moderate income persons, addressing slums or blight,
and/or meeting a particular urgent community development need. Eligible projects include the
installation of curb ramps that meet the current guidelines of the Americans with Disabilities Act
(ADA) standards. The City's specific project includes installation of new ADA ramps at thirteen
(13) locations within the City (see attached location map).
On October 20, 2015, the City Council adopted the plans and specifications for Project No. PW
15 -24, ADA Ramp Installation Project, CDBG Project 601718 -15, and authorized staff to
advertise for receipt of construction bids. One bid was received on November 24, 2015, which
met City requirements, but did not satisfy the Federal requirements. Federal requirements
indicate that there must be two (2) or more responsible bidders willing and able to compete
effectively. On December 15, 2015 City Council rejected the bids for the installation of ADA
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ramps and postponed the project rebid until July 2016 so that the City could combine both 2015
and 2016 funding levels and hopefully achieve more competitive bids.
The project was re -bid and the new bid opening occurred on July 12, 2016. The City Clerk
received and opened three bids as listed below:
1. FS Contractors, Inc. $44,300.00
2. S &H CivilWorks $78,200.00
3. Kalban, Inc. $78,585.00
Thirteen (13) locations were listed as base bid construction items and seventeen (17) locations
were listed as alternate bid items. Given the total amount of funds available for FY 15/16 and FY
16/17, staff recommends an additional nine (9) ramp locations be added to the base bid work.
The summary of FS Contractors' proposed construction costs are as follows:
Proposed Construction Cost
Original Base Bid (13 items) $44,300.00
Alternate Bid (9 items) $31,500.00
Contin ency Amount (25 %) +10205n 0
Total Proposed Construction Cost $94,750.00
Staff has verified the references and contractor license status of FS Contractors, Inc. Their
contractor license is current and their past performance on concrete projects of similar size and
scope is satisfactory. Additionally, FS Contractors, Inc. has recently performed concrete work
(sidewalk, curb and gutter repairs) for El Segundo and staff has been satisfied with their work
quality.
Therefore, staff recommends that City Council award a standard public works contract to FS
Contractors, Inc. in the amount of $75,800.00 and authorize an additional contingency of
$18,950.00 (25 %) for potential change orders and unforeseen conditions. Community
Development Block Grant (C }BG) funds from Program Year 2015 -2016 in the amount of
$96,000 are available for this project.
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EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: August 2, 2016
AGENDA STATEMENT AGENDA HEADING: Consent Agenda
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
Consideration and possible action to accept as complete the Park Vista Senior Housing
Facility Emergency Deck Repair Project and allocate funding from Park Vista reserves to
cover design services and construction costs. Project No. PW 14 -17 (Fiscal Impact:
$78,345.59)
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
1. Accept the Park Vista Senior Housing Facility emergency deck repair as complete
2. Authorize the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion in the County Recorder's
Office.
3. Authorize a transfer of $78,345.59 from the Park Vista Senior Housing Fund to the
Building Maintenance Fund to cover design services and construction costs.
4. Alternatively, discuss and take other possible action related to this item.
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
Notice of Completion
FISCAL IMPACT: Potential
Amount Budgeted: $0
Additional Appropriation: Yes $78,345.59 from the Park Vista Senior Housing Fund
Account Number(s): To Be Assigned if Transfer Request is Approved
ORIGINATED BY: Stephanie Katsouleas, Director of Public Workeg""'f
REVIEWED BY: Gregg Kovasevich, Assistant Ci Attorney
APPROVED BY: Greg Carpenter, City Manager
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:
On November 18, 2014, City Council adopted a resolution declaring that an emergency existed
at the Park Vista Senior Housing Facility and authorized staff to begin the necessary steps to
remedy the flooding problems associated with the rooftop deck on the second floor above the
parking garage and meeting room. The flooding primarily affected units 219, 220 and 221,
whereby whenever there was significant rain the units would experience water intrusion through
their sliding glass doors which were at the same elevation as the rooftop deck. This problem has
existed since the building was originally constructed, but seems to have worsened over the past
several years. Because significant rainfall was expected, the health concern for the occupants of
these three units became an imminent issue.
Immediately after approval of the emergency declaration, staff began the steps necessary to
retain Phoenix Engineering for design services, which ultimately included a thorough review of
the original construction documents, surveying current elevations and conditions, and developing
plans for three options. The three options developed included raising the sliding glass doors,
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raising the deck and enhancing the slope toward the drains, and installing six additional drain
inlets. These designs were substantially completed in April and submitted for plan check. The
engineering consultant and staff recommended installing the six drains on the northern side of
the roof deck because it would be the least intrusive for the residents, would provide additional
capture of rainwater discharges and likely cost the least of the options available.
The engineering consultant received and forwarded two bids in late May, where were presented
to the Senior Housing Board at their next meeting in late June. Unfortunately, the bids were
much higher than the projected estimate provided by the consultant. The Board rejected the two
bids and authorizer[ staff to seek additional bids from more "local' contractors. Over the next
several months, staff reached out to and provided job walks for eight additional contracting
companies. Most of them appeared very interested at the job walks, but ultimately declined to
bid on the project. One contractor bid but then declined to enter into a contract. Another
contractor bid on the project, entered into a contract but ultimately could not secure the proper
insurance and endorsements. In all, the process of seeking bids and trying secure any reasonably
priced contractor lasted nearly six months due to the efforts involved in finding contractors,
having them respond to our inquiry, scheduling job walks, waiting for responses /bids, and then
starting over when they ultimately declined to bid. It was finally determined that the long -term
liability to the contractor for coring through a concrete deck with rebar and then guaranteeing
that it would be waterproof once completed was insurmountable.
Staff then received approval from the Housing Board to proceed with the alternate plan design,,
which including removing and replacing (raising) the sliding glass doors and making deck
modifications. Staff was able to secure Bino Construction for this work by the end of the year.
New doors were then ordered in January and arrived in February. A pre- construction meeting
took place in early February and the work was scheduled to commence at the beginning of
March. Installation of the three new doors and subsequent stucco and dry -wall patching was
substantially completed in early April. Shortly thereafter, work on the deck slope modifications
commenced, whereupon it was discovered that the deck of unit 219 appeared to have had
mitigation work done to it years earlier. However, the work was not done properly as there was
substantial water intrusion, deteriorated flashing and wood rot under the existing deck. This had
to be removed and replaced before the new deck coating could be applied. Work on the other
two units proceeded without incident for the next three weeks. Once the water intrusion repairs
were made on unit 219, the deck coating was also applied and cured. In all, the work was totally
completed by the end of May.
Expenditures for this work are as follows:
$21,452.50 Total Engineering Design Services
$35,118.09 Door Replacements — Labor and Materials
$18,775.00 Deck Sloping Modifications
$3,000.00 Deck Wood Rot Damage Repair
$56,893.09 Total Construction Expenses
$78,345.59 Total Project Budget
When the original emergency declaration was issued, it was undetermined how the engineering
services and construction work would ultimately be funded. In the interim, staff utilized the
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City's Building Maintenance Fund (405 account) to cover these costs. However, staff
recommends that funds be allocated from Park Vista reserves to cover these costs and that the
405 account be reimbursed.
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and When Recorded Mail To:
City Clerk, City Hall
350 Main Street
El Segundo, CA 90245
NOTICE OF COMPLETION OF CONSTRUCTION PROJECT
Project Name: Park Vista Senior Housing Deck Repairs
Project No.: PW 14 -17 Contract No. 4987
Notice is hereby given pursuant to State of California Civil Code Section 3093 et seq that:
1. The undersigned is an officer of the owner of the interest stated below in the property
hereinafter described.
2. The full name of the owner is: City of El Segundo
3. The full address of the owner is: City Hall, 350 Main Street, El Segundo, CA, 90245
4. The nature of the interest of the owner is: Public Facilities
5. A work of improvement on the property hereinafter described was field reviewed by the
City Engineer on June 5, 2016. The work done was: Park Vista Door and Deck Repairs.
6. On August 2, 2016, City Council of the City of El Segundo accepted the work of this
contract as being complete and directed the recording of this Notice of Completion in the
Office of the County Recorder.
7. The name of the Contractor for such work of improvement was: James McNary
8. The property on which said work of improvement was completed is in the City of El
Segundo, County of Los Angeles, State of California, and is described as follows: El
Segundo City Hall.
The street address of said property is
Dated: -
615 Holly Avenue, El Segundo, CA, 90245
ephanie Katsouleas
Public Works Director
VERIFICATION
I, the undersigned, say: I am the Director of Public Works /City Engineer of the City El Segundo, the
declarant of the foregoing Notice of Completion; I have read said Notice of Completion and know the
contents thereof, the same is true of my own knowledge.
I declare under penalty of perjury the foregoing is true and correct.
Executed on + - 2016 at El Segundo orni .
Stephanie Katsouleas
Public Works Director
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EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: August 2, 2016
AGENDA STATEMENT AGENDA HEADING: Mayor Pro Tern Drew Boyles
AGENDA DESCRIP`T'ION:
Consideration and possible action to consider revisiting the process for selection of members of
Committees, Connznissions and Boards ( "CCB ") to establish policies to provide CCB's input and
additional notification to applicant. (Fiscal Impact: None)
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
1. Allow the Chair and Vice Chair of each Committees, Commissions and Board to review
applications and provide their recommendations to the City Council prior to the interviews;
2. Provide an adequate timeframe between interviews and appointment to allow the Mayor or
designee to notify each applicant of Council's decision;
3. Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
None.
FISCAL IMPACT: Included in Adopted Budget
Amount Budgeted: $ None
Additional Appropriation: N/A
Account Number(s):
ORIGINATED BY: Mishia Jennings, Executive Assistant
REVIEWED BY.
APPROVED BY: Greg Carpenter, City ManageiIg
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:
Conunittees, Commissions and Boards serve a valuable role in this city in helping to shape
policies and make decisions. Currently staff advertise vacant CCB opening, collect the
applications and schedules candidate interviews by the City Council. The City Council
interviews candidates on a "Council Tuesday ", collectively decide on appointments and
announce appointees at the City Council meeting the day of interviews. These selections are
made based on the material provided in the application, the interview discussion and any
previous knowledge the Council have of the applicant.
I would recommend that a policy be adopted that would direct staff to provide copies of the
applications to the chair and vice chair of each CCB and ask for those CCB members to
recommend to the City Council which candidates should be selected. The City Council could
then consider these recommendation along with the application materials and interview
discussion.
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As a second matter, I would recommend that the City Council discontinue the practice of making
the appointments on the same day as the interviews. Instead, I would recommend that the Mayor,
or their designee, contact each candidate and inform them of the City Council's intent prior to
the official actions to appoint members.
There may be additional process improvement or changes that the City Council wishes to discuss
at this tune.
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EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: August 2, 2016
AGENDA STATEMENT AGENDA HEADING: Mayor Fuentes
AGENDA DESCRIPTION:
Report on Governor's proposed budget trailer bill related to "by right" affordable housing
approvals.
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
1. Receive and file this report;
2. Direct Staff to prepare a letter in opposition of the proposed bill in substantially similar form
to the attached, and authorize the Mayor to sign on behalf of the City; and/or
3. Take such alternative, related action that may be deirable.
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
1. Draft opposition letter
FISCAL IMPACT: None
Amount Budgeted: N/A
Additional Appropriation: N/A
Account Number(s): N/A
ORIGINATED BY: Gregg McClain, Planning Manager �owf
REVIEWED BY: Sam Lee, Planning and Building Safety Directo
APPROVED BY: Greg Carpenter, City Manager
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION:
I. Background
Governor Brown's 2016 -2017 Fiscal Year Budget proposal contained $400 million in funds set
aside for construction of affordable housing projects throughout California, but the funds come
with strings. Specifically, the funds will only be allocated if an accompanying trailer bill proposed
by the Governor's office is adopted.
When the bill was initially proposed in May, the bill contained several provisions that were
ambiguous and of serious concern to local jurisdictions. For example, the bill requires cities to
approve certain types of housing projects, with modest levels of affordable units, with no public
input, with no California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) compliance, and with limited
ministerial review. Opposition was considerable in most quarters, especially from local
governments, unions and environmental groups. The bill was modified in June, however, to
remove some of the objectionable and ambiguous clauses and continues to be negotiated. The
budget was approved with the release of the $400 million still contingent on the eventual approval
of the trailer bill, which is expected to be addressed in August.
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II. Analysis
The most recent version of the affordable housing trailer bill still contains unfavorable language
that would dramatically narrow the scope of local authority and control over affordable housing
projects. In particular, the bill: 1) removes the ability for cities to hold public hearings for most
multifamily residential projects if they include some affordable units; 2) replaces cities' current
form of discretionary approval in favor of a ministerial process; and 3) exempts such projects from
CEQA review.
The current version of the trailer bill will permit multifamily housing only in locations where
multifamily residential development is currently permitted, and only up to the density permitted
in the zoning code. Furthermore, to the extent that parking, setbacks and open space are objectively
spelled out, the development must comply with those requirements as well. These limitations are
tremendous improvements negotiated into the current version that were either not in the original
or was sufficiently unclear so as to cause serious concerns.
In El Segundo, the R -2 and R -3 zones, as well as in the Medium Density Residential Overlay and
any areas designated as MDR currently permit multifamily housing by -right while all other zones
do not permit multifamily housing. While the impact to the City if the bill is approved in its present
form is small, the possibility that the State would nullify local public input is not good planning
practice and may be perceived as contrary to the community's values.
Under the latest version of the bill, if a development satisfies all eight of the following criteria, it
will be considered a permitted use "by right" and not subject to any discretionary or CEQA review.
1. The applicant must submit to the City an intent to develop under the terms of the bill and
certify that the development will conform to all of its provisions;
2. The development must be consistent with "objective planning standards." These are
defined as standards that involve no personal or subjective judgment by the public official
and must be verifiable, available, and knowable to the developer and to the public official.
Examples would be the development standards found in the zoning code, the General Plan,
specific plans and overlay zones;
3. The site must be in an urban setting (in -fill development);
4. The development must be for attached residential housing or mixed use of at least 2
residential units with 10 -20 percent of the units made affordable for at least 30 years;
5. The site must not be a hazardous waste site, in an earthquake fault zone or floodway, or an
historic site, among others;
6. Sites with existing affordable housing are not eligible, with some exceptions;
7. The notice provided to the City in Criteria 1 must also be simultaneously delivered to all
property owners adjoining the development site; and
8. The project may not be on USDA Prime Farmland.
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Some of the criteria above are the result of successful lobbying by numerous interest groups. The
Governor's original proposal did not include the last four criteria, for example. Additionally,
several other provisions that generated the most opposition have been removed in the most recent
version of the bill. These include:
1. A developer's right to be granted general plan amendments, zone changes, and municipal
code amendments through a ministerial process;
2. Ambiguous language concerning who would pay for relocation costs of displaced tenants.
The current version is clear it is the responsibility of the developer; and
Ambiguous definition of "objective zoning standards," leaving many to worry that
ambiguity would be exploited by developers.
Nonetheless, the bill is opposed by the League of California Cities on the basis that control over
development is taken from local jurisdictions. The League has provided a template for a letter in
opposition; a form of that letter is attached to this report. The bill is also opposed by the Sierra
Club and other environmental groups (because projects would be exempt from CEQA review) and
construction unions (because the bill does not include a prevailing wage requirement).
The bill is generally supported by housing developers, affordable housing advocates, the American
Planning Association, and the California Chamber of Commerce, but with recommendations for
further improvements.
III. Conclusion
Based on the foregoing, City staff recommend that the City Council receive and file this report and
direct staff to prepare a letter, in a form substantially similar to the template prepared by the
League, opposing the bill.
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ATTACHMENT 1
(Draft Letter, Based on Template from the League of California Cities)
August 2, 2016
Dear Honorable Chairs Nazarian and Roth,
The City of El Segundo opposes the recently released proposal by the Governor to pre -empt local
discretionary land use approvals of specified housing developments by having all such approvals
be considered "ministerial" actions, meaning eliminating opportunities for public review, project -
level environmental review and restricting design review.
We believe that such fundamental policy changes should not be rushed through as a budget
proposal, but merit extensive review by the appropriate policy committees in a deliberative
fashion.
Eliminating opportunities for public review of these major development projects goes against the
principles of local democracy and public engagement. While it may be frustrating for some
developers to hear concerns about traffic, parking and other development impacts, those affected
by such projects have a right to be heard. Not having such outlets will increase public distrust in
government.
Avoiding or restricting design review is also short- sighted. Community acceptance can be
improved through good design that enables a new structure to match a community character.
El Segundo strongly values its residents' right to be involved in the City's review of multi - family
projects including affordable housing, and we believe this bill goes too far. While we appreciate
the need for affordable housing, this bill, as presented, deprives the City's residents' right to know
what projects will be built in their neighborhoods and their right to voice their concerns about such
projects.
This proposal is disappointing from our Governor. He has taken our state backwards on affordable
housing by stripping local governments and the state of the few resources available to build these
units, and is now seeking to avoid a discussion of how to replace these lost funds by undermining
public input, environmental and design review.
On behalf of the residents we represent who deserve a voice in the future shape of their
communities, the City of El Segundo respectfully states its opposition to this measure.
Very truly yours,
Suzanne Fuentes
Mayor
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