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2019 Jan 15 - CC MIN MEETING OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, JANUARY 15, 2019 — 5:00 PM 5:00 P.M. SESSION CALL TO ORDER — Mayor Boyles at 5:07 PM ROLL CALL Mayor Boyles Present Mayor Pro Tem Pirsztuk Present Council Member Brann Present Council Member Pimentel Present Council Member Nicol Present PUBLIC COMMUNICATION — (Related to City Business Only— 5 minute limit per person, 30 minute limit total) None SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS: Mayor Boyles announced that Council would be meeting in closed session pursuant to 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): -0- matters CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL —ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(d)(2): -2- matters. Initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code §54956.9 (d)(4): -1- matters. DISCUSSION OF PERSONNEL MATTERS (Gov't Code §54957): -0- matters APPOINTMENT OF PUBLIC EMPLOYEE (Gov't. Code § 54957): -0- matter MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 15,2019 PAGE NO. 1 PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT (Gov't Code § 54957) -1- matter 1. Position: City Manager Recruitment CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR (Gov't Code §54956.8): -0- matters CONFERENCE WITH CITY'S LABOR NEGOTIATOR (Gov't Code §54957.6)-. -6- matters 54957.6): -6- matters 1. Employee Organizations: Police Management Association; Police Support Services Employees Association; Supervisory, Professional Employees Association; City Employee Association; and Executive and Management/Confidential Employees (unrepresented groups). Agency Designated Representative: Irma Moisa Rodriquez, City Manager, Greg Carpenter and Human Resources Director. Adjourned at 6:55 PM MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 15,2019 PAGE NO.2 REGULAR MEETING OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, JANUARY 15, 2019 - 7:00 P.M. 7:00 P.M. SESSION CALL TO ORDER — Mayor Boyles at 7:00 PM INVOCATION — Pastor Bill Crawford, New City Church PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Council Member Dr. Brann PRESENTATIONS a) Presentation by Marsha Hansen, EI Segundo City of Commerce, President and CEO, presented the 2018 Holiday Parade Winners with certificates. b) Presentation by Barbara Voss, Deputy City Manager, regarding a seating and dining Area, "Parklet," that will be installed in Downtown EI Segundo. c) Presentation by Police Chief Whalen introducing EI Segundo's newest Police Officer, Kaitlin Ross. ROLL CALL Mayor Boyles Present Mayor Pro Tem Pirsztuk Present Council Member Brann Present Council Member Pimentel Present Council Member Nicol Present PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS — (Related to City Business Only — 5 minute limit per person, 30 minute limit total) Mayor Boyles announced those wishing to comment on item #C3 (EDCO Waste & Recycling Services) would be allowed to do so after the presentation from Public Works on the item. Eric Albertson, resident, commented on the Aquatic Center and the club teams vying for lane usage regarding the recent RFP that went out to determine which teams would be awarded lane usage. He is in favor of Alpha Aquatics, due to the fact that most members are EI Segundo residents. Phillip Shulman, resident, commented on the recent RFP regarding the Aquatics Center Lane usage and is in favor of Alpha Aquatics winning the bid, due to the fact that most members are EI Segundo residents. Monica Davis, resident, commented on the recent RFP regarding the Aquatics Center Lane usage and is in favor of Alpha Aquatics winning the bid, due to the fact that most members are EI Segundo residents. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 15,2019 PAGE NO. 3 Nick Small, resident and Sanitation District employee, asked Mayor Boyles to help resolve a two year impasse, regarding negotiating a contract between the professional staff and management at the Sanitation District. Mayor Boyles attends Board of Director meetings for the County of Sanitation Districts. Rachel McPherson, resident, commented on the recent RFP regarding the Aquatics Center Lane usage and is in favor of Alpha Aquatics winning the bid, due to the fact that most members are EI Segundo residents. Octavio Alesi, Founder and Coach of Alpha Aquatics, commented on the recent RFP regarding the Aquatics Center Lane usage and is in favor of Alpha Aquatics winning the bid, due to the fact that most members are EI Segundo residents. 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. MOTION by Council Member Nicol, SECONDED by Council Member Brann to read all ordinances and resolutions on the agenda by title only. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. 5/0 MAYOR BOYLES MOVED ITEM#D7 TO #1 ON THE AGENDA — TIME CONSIDERATION FOR THE TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE MEMBERS. 7. Consideration and possible action to receive and file an informational update from the Information Systems Department and the Technology Committee regarding the projects completed in 2018. (Fiscal Impact: None) Greg Carpenter, City Manager, introduced the item Charles Mallory, Information Systems Director, Madelon Smith, Technology Committee Co-Chair and Jessica Davis, Technology Committee member, reported on the item. Council discussion Council consensus to receive and file the informational update and status report. C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS (Out of order due to moving to #2 in order) Mayor Boyles left the dais to due possible conflict of interest. MOVED ITEM#C3 TO #2 ON THE AGENDA — TIME CONSIDERATION FOR RESIDENTS WISHING TO SPEAK ON THE ITEM. 3. Consideration and possible action to direct staff to enter into negotiations for an exclusive franchise to EDCO Waste & Recycling Services (EDCO) to provide automated residential and municipal solid waste hauling services. (Fiscal Impact: Est. $7,620,000.00 over 7 years) MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 15,2019 PAGE NO.4 Greg Carpenter, City Manager, introduced the item. Ken Berkman, Public Works Director and Michelle Leonard, CSC Engineers Consultant, gave a presentation. Public Comment: Tracey Miller-Zarneke, resident and Environmental Committee Chairperson, encouraged Council to vote in favor of automated residential and municipal solid waste services. Bob Turnbull, resident, encouraged Council to vote in favor of automated residential and municipal solid waste services. Rachel McPherson, resident and Environmental Committee member, encouraged Council to vote in favor of automated residential and municipal solid waste services. Kevin Maggay, resident and Environmental Committee member, encouraged Council to vote in favor of automated residential and municipal solid waste services. Vincent Zuppo, resident and Environmental Committee member, encouraged Council to vote in favor of automated residential and municipal solid waste services and EDCO. Nancy Rembold, resident, has concerns about her block (W. Mariposa), where there are 3 houses are on a lot and the proposed automated trash hauling. Ms. Rembold also has concerns her current trash hauler drivers will be displaced if a new hauler is chosen. Ray Grothaus, General Manager at Republic Hauling Services, the City's current waste hauler, thanked the residents for the outpouring of support the past few weeks. Mr. Grothaus also countered a few points made in favor of EDCO Disposal by staff during the RFP process. Steve South, President and CEO, mentioned EDCO is a 51 year old company and is honored to be considered amongst the top 3 contenders for the exclusive franchise contract with the City. Council Discussion During discussion, Council asked questions of Mark Hensley, City Attorney, Ken Berkman, Public Works Director and Michelle Leonard, CSC Engineers Consultant. MOTION by Council Member Nicol, SECONDED by Mayor Pro Tem Pirsztuk, directed staff to enter into negotiations with EDCO for an exclusive 7-year franchise agreement in a form approved by the City Attorney, with annual estimated cost of $1,088,530. MOTION PASSED BY VOICE VOTE. 3/1 YES: Nicol Pimentel Pirsztuk NO.. Brann Recessed at 9:49 PM (After item #C3 was concluded) Reconvened at 9:56 PM (Resumed the regular order of business, beginning with item #B1) Mayor Boyle returned to the dais. B. SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (PUBLIC HEARING) MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 15,2019 PAGE NO.5 1. Consideration and possible action regarding Environmental Assessment No. EA- 1232 and Zone Text Amendment No. ZTA 18-06 to allow massage establishments as a conditionally permitted use in the Commercial Center (C-4) zone. The adoption of this ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to 14 Cal. Code Regs. § 15061(b)(3) because it consists only of minor revisions to existing zoning regulations and related procedures and can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the ordinance will have a significant effect on the environment. (Applicant: Street Retail, Inc.) (Fiscal Impact: None) Mayor Boyles stated this was the time and place for a Public Hearing regarding Environmental Assessment No. EA-1232 and Zone Text Amendment No. ZTA 18-06 to allow massage establishments as a conditionally permitted use in the Commercial Center (C-4) zone. City Clerk Weaver stated that proper notice had been given in a timely manner and that written communication has been received in the City Clerk's office. Greg Carpenter, City Manager, introduced the item. Sam Lee, Planning and Building Safety Director, gave a presentation. Public Comment: Jeff Kreshek, Senior Vice President, Leasing West Coast of Federal Realty Investment Trust, commented on the item, as his company leases for The Plaza. MOTION by Council Member Brann, SECONDED by Mayor Pro Tem Pirsztuk to close the public hearing. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. 5/0 Council Discussion Mark Hensley, City Attorney, read by title only: ORDINANCE NO. 1579 AN ORDINANCE APPROVING ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT NO. EA 1232 AND ZONE TEXT AMENDMENT NO. ZTA 18-06 AMENDING THE EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE TO PERMIT MASSAGE ESTABLISHMENTS AS A CONDITIONALLY PERMITTED USE IN THE COMMERCIAL CENTER (C-4) ZONE. Council Member Brann introduce the Ordinance. The second reading and adoption of the Ordinance is scheduled for February 5, 2019. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 15,2019 PAGE NO 6 2. Consideration and possible action regarding Environmental Assessment No. EA- 1231, Zone Text Amendment No. ZTA 18-05 to amend Article A of Chapter 7 of Title 15 of the EI Segundo Municipal Code related to the Medium Density Residential (MDR) overlay zone. This amendment will preserve the existing overlay while making important updates to bring it into compliance with the new Smoky Hollow Specific Plan. (Fiscal Impact: None) Mayor Boyles stated this was the time and place for a Public Hearing regarding Environmental Assessment No. EA-1231, Zone Text Amendment No. ZTA 18-05 to amend Article A of Chapter 7 of Title 15 of the EI Segundo Municipal Code related to the Medium Density Residential (MDR) overlay zone. City Clerk Weaver stated that proper notice had been given in a timely manner and that no written communication has been received in the City Clerk's office. Greg Carpenter, City Manager, introduced the item, Sam Lee, Planning and Building Safety Director, gave a presentation. Public Comment: None MOTION by Council Member Brann, SECONDED by Council Member Nicol to close the public hearing. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. 5/0 Council Discussion Mark Hensley, City Attorney, read by title only: ORDINANCE NO. 1580 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO APPROVING ZONE TEXT AMENDMENT NO. ZTA 18-05 AMENDING ARTICLE A (MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL (MDR) ZONE) OF CHAPTER 7 (OVERLAY DISTRICTS) TO TITLE 15 (ZONING REGULATIONS) OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE Council Member Brann introduce the Ordinance. The second reading and adoption of the Ordinance is scheduled for February 5, 2019. C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS MOVED ITEM #C3 TO #2 ON THE AGENDA — TIME CONSIDERATION FOR RESIDENTS WISHING TO SPEAK ON THE ITEM. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 15,2019 PAGE NO. 7 4. Rescission of Brown Act Commitment - In Accordance with Government Code Section 54960.2 (e), consideration and possible action to rescind the commitment made by the City Council on November 5, 2013, not to hold further closed session meetings regarding real property negotiations with regard to ESCenterCal, LLC's ("CenterCal") proposal to enter into a Ground Lease Agreement to lease the driving range portion of the Lakes Golf Course from the City for the purpose of developing a Topgolf facility. (Fiscal Impact: unknown — depends on whether legal proceedings are commenced.) Greg Carpenter, City Manager, introduced the item. Mark Hensley, City Attorney, reported on the item Council Discussion MOTION by Mayor Boyles, SECONDED by Mayor Pro Tem Pirsztuk to rescind the commitment made by the City Council on November 5, 2013, to not hold further closed session meetings regarding real property negotiations with regard to CenterCal's proposal to enter into an Agreement to lease the driving range portion of the Lakes Golf Course from the City for the purpose of developing a Topgolf facility. MOTION PASSED BY VOICE VOTE. 4/1 YES: Boyles Nicol Pimentel Pirsztuk NO: Brann ITEM MOVED TO THE FEBRUARY 5, 2019 CITY COUNCIL MEETING. 5. Consideration and possible action regarding a discussion on the City's accomplishments made towards addressing the California Public Employees Retirement System (CaIPERS) rising annual costs and long-term liabilities. (Fiscal Impact: $0) D. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES, COMMISSIONS AND BOARDS 6. Consideration and possible action to announce the appointment to the Economic Development Advisory Council and the Technology Committee. (Fiscal Impact: None) Mayor Boyles announced the following appointments to the Economic Development Advisory Council; Richard Lundquist to a full term expiring January 1, 2022, Al Keahi to a full term expiring January 1, 2022, Bob Healey to a full term expiring January 1, 2022 and Matthew Thompkins to a full term expiring January 1, 2022 and to the Technology Committee; Todd Felker to a partial term expiring June 30, 2022. MAYOR BOYLES MOVED ITEM #D7 TO #1 ON THE AGENDA — TIME CONSIDERATION FOR THE TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE MEMBERS. 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. MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 15,2019 PAGE NO. 8 8. Approve Warrant Numbers 3024065 - 3024189 and 9000657 - 9000694 on Register No. 6a in the total amount of$371,439.52 and Wire Transfers from 12/10/18 - 12/16/18 in the total amount of$2,235,839.12. Warrant Numbers 3024190 - 3024261 and 9000695 - 9000698 on Register No. 6b in the total amount of$480,646.14 and Wire Transfers from 12/17/18 - 12/23/18 in the total amount of$713,244.71. Warrant Numbers 3024262 — 3024295 and 9000699 - 9000699 on Register No. 7a in the total amount of$251,771.54 and Wire Transfers from 12/24/18 — 12/30/18 in the total amount of $65,387.90. Warrant Numbers 3024296 — 3024395 on Register No. 7b in the total amount of $425,867.76 and Wire Transfers from 12/31/18 — 1/6/19 in the total amount of $10,894,193.70. Ratified Payroll and Employee Benefit checks, checks released early due to contracts or agreement; emergency disbursements and/or adjustments; and wire transfers. 9. Approve Regular City Council Meeting Minutes of December 18, 2018, 10.Accept as complete the work performed by Ramona, Inc. for the Storm Drain Pipe Abandonment on Eucalyptus Drive Project in the City of EI Segundo and authorize the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion with the County Recorder's Office. Project No. PW 18-11. (Fiscal Impact: $101,000.00) 11.Accept as complete the FY 16/17 Sidewalk, Curb and Gutter Replacement Project and authorize the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion in the County Recorder's office. Project No. PW 17-19. (Fiscal Impact: $153,456.01) 12.Approve the Part-Time/Hourly Classifications Salary Schedule, adopt Resolution No. 5124 approving the Part-Time/Hourly Classifications Salary Schedule for Calendar Year 2019, ratify interim compliance measure, and authorize the City Manager and/or Finance Director to take budgetary actions consistent with the adoption of the amended salary schedule. (Fiscal Impact: None) 13.Approve revoking Resolution No. 4656 containing outdated language regarding providing delegation of authority for making industrial disability determination recommendations to the City Manager or designee pursuant to Government Code § 21173 and adopt revised Resolution No. 5125 incorporating updated language mandated by CalPERS regarding delegation of authority for industrial disability retirement recommendations, including when the City Manager will certify a determination and who is delegated to sign employer originated applications. (Fiscal Impact: None) MOTION by Mayor Pro Tem Pirsztuk, SECONDED by Council Member Pimentel approving Consent Agenda items 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, and 13. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. 5/0 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 15,2019 PAGE NO.9 F. NEW BUSINESS - None G. REPORTS — CITY MANAGER —Announced the Aquatic Center is now open and thanked all involved who made it possible. H. REPORTS — CITY ATTORNEY — Passed I. REPORTS — CITY CLERK — Passed J. REPORTS — CITY TREASURER — Not Present K. REPORTS — CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS Council Member Pimentel — Thanked the residents for their input on the Solid Waste Services RFP, it is appreciated, mentioned the 18th Amendment Anniversary is tomorrow, January 16th (Prohibition) and reminded all Martin Luther King Day will be upon us next week. Council Member Nicol —Attended the Young American's program at the High School Performing Arts Center, attended the Aquatic Center Opening and thanked the Fire Department for their efforts in helping his family during a crisis. Council Member Brann — Passed Mayor Pro Tem Pirsztuk —Attended the Aquatic Center Opening and thanked all who contributed to the event, congratulated the Police Department on the win over the Fire Department in the Battle of the Badges Basketball game, thanked the Herald for the "Year in Review" article and wished Mayor Boyles a Happy Birthday, Mayor Boyles — Congratulated the Police Department on the win over the Fire Department in the Battle of the Badges Basketball game. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS — (Related to City Business Only— 5 minute limit per person, 30 minute limit total) Jack Axelrod, resident, commented on items of concern (City Seal, name change for the City, would like to see a Council report on the beach conditions, ban on drones, redesign of the City Hall Plaza and thanked all for their service. MEMORIALS — None ADJOURNMENT at 10:29 PM bAff k Tracy Werer, City Clerk MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING JANUARY 15,2019 PAGE NO. 10