BLUE FOLDER ITEM
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING
August 15, 2023
H.24 APPROVAL OF THE THIRD AMENDMENT TO THE EASEMENT WITH SOUTHERN
CALIFORNIA GAS COMPANY FOR USE OF A PORTION OF DOMINGUEZ PARK TO
PROVIDE FOR FEDERALLY MANDATED PIPELINE INTEGRITY TESTING THROUGH THE COMPANY’S EXISTING PIPELINE MAINTENANCE FACILITY FOR AN INITIAL FEE PAID TO THE CITY OF $200,988 FOR THE TERM SEPTEMBER 5, 2023 TO JUNE 4, 2024 AND
AN OPTION TO EXTEND THE EASEMENT MONTHLY FOR A MAXIMUM OF SIX MONTHS FOR AN ADDITIONAL FEE OF $44,664 PER MONTH FOR THE FIRST THREE EXTENSIONS AND $66,996 PER MONTH FOR THE FINAL THREE EXTENSIONS CONTACT: CAMERON HARDING, COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR
Minor updates were made to terms of the agreement since the posting of the agenda. Those changes are reflected in the updated title, noted above, and include the following:
• Updated fees paid to the City as a result of a refined calculation of the total area being used by Southern California Gas Company. Initial calculations included 23,500 square feet and the Legal Description confirmed 22,332 square feet.
• Updated term dates, at the request of Southern California Gas Company, resulting in the commencement of activities on September 5, 2023 and expiration on June 4, 2024. • Public Communication
RECORDING REQUESTED BY AND
WHEN RECORDED MAIL TO:
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS COMPANY
8101 Rosemead Blvd., SC722K
Pico Rivera, California 90660-5100
Attn.: Land & Right of Way Dept.
Space Above This Line for Recorder’s Use
APNs: 7520-001-901
7520-001-902
7520-001-801
THIRD AMENDMENT TO GAS FACILITIES EASEMENT BETWEEN
CITY OF REDONDO BEACH
AND
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS COMPANY
THIS THIRD AMENDMENT TO GAS FACILITIES EASEMENT (the “Third Amendment”) is effective on the date of the last signature below (the “Effective Date”) by and between the CITY OF REDONDO BEACH (“Grantor”), and SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS COMPANY, a California corporation (“Grantee”).
WHEREAS, the parties entered into that Gas Facilities Easement (“Easement”), dated August 14, 2018, for use of portions of Assessor's Parcel Numbers 7520-001-901 and 7520-001-902 located at 200 North Flagler Lane, in the City of Redondo Beach, California 90278 (the "Real Property"); WHEREAS, on July 8, 2020, the parties entered into that First Amendment to Gas Facilities Easement (the “First Amendment”) to extend the term of Grantee’s right to use the TCE Area, as defined in the First Amendment, as well as to amend the fee schedule for the extension; WHEREAS, on December 23, 2020, the parties entered into that Second Amendment to Gas Facilities Easement (the “Second Amendment”) to extend for a second time the term of Grantee’s right to use the TCE Area, as defined in the Second Amendment, as well as to further amend the fee schedule for the second extension, which second extension concluded by May 31, 2021 when all work related to the initial construction of facilities contemplated by the Easement was completed;
WHEREAS, Grantee, under Federal mandate, is now undertaking two separate pipeline maintenance projects (the “Projects”) requiring new exclusive right to use a different temporary construction easement comprising of an area of approximately 22,332 square feet, (the “New TCE Area”) described on Exhibit A attached hereto and incorporated by reference, as Area A, located on the Real Property, and Area B, located on certain property owned by Southern California Edison (“SCE”) adjacent to the Real Property (the “SCE Property”);
WHEREAS, the parties wish to enter into this Third Amendment to incorporate the new term and fee schedule for Grantee’s exclusive right to use the New TCE Area solely for the purpose of staging, laydown and parking related to the Projects;
NOW THEREFORE, the parties agree as follows:
1. Section 2 of the Easement, is revised as follows:
“Term of Easement; New TCE Easement. The term of the easement as to the rights granted in Sections 1(a) – (c) shall commence on August 14, 2018 and expire on August 13, 2117.
The term of the temporary construction easement as to the rights granted in Section 1(d) and 1(e) has expired on May 31, 2021 (when all work related to the initial construction of facilities contemplated by the Easement was completed). The term of the temporary construction easement as to the rights granted for the use of the New TCE Area (as described in Exhibit A to that certain Third Amendment to Gas Facilities Agreement executed by Grantor and Grantee) shall commence on September 5, 2023 and expire on June 4, 2024 (“New TCE Term”). Thereafter, the term of the temporary construction easement shall continue on a month to month basis. However, in no event, shall the term continue beyond December 4, 2024. During the month-to-month basis of the temporary construction easement, either party may terminate this agreement upon providing written notice of termination to the other party.
Upon receipt of the termination notice, the temporary construction easement shall cease to be effective thirty (30) calendar days from the date of the termination notice at the addresses in the Easement dated August 14, 2018.
On or before June 4, 2024, Grantee shall at Grantee’s cost install the improvements described on Exhibit B of said Third Amendment, time being of the essence. If Grantee fails to timely complete such improvements, then Grantor may terminate the easement for the New TCE Area in its sole and absolute discretion, without any implied covenant of good faith and fair dealing, by written notice to Grantee. Upon the expiration or earlier termination of this Agreement as to any portion of the Real Property, Grantee shall at its cost, remove its improvements and restore the portions of the Real Property on which they are located to substantially the condition they were in prior to installation of the improvements, and the applicable terms of Section 8 shall apply (and such provisions shall survive the expiration or earlier termination of this Third Amendment as to any such portions).” All of the terms of the Easement (including, without limitation, insurance and indemnity provisions) shall apply to the temporary easement for the New TCE Area, except to the extent they conflict with the terms for such temporary easement expressly set forth in said Third Amendment.”
2. Section 3 of the Easement regarding Easement Fee is revised as follows:
“New TCE Fee. Within forty-five (45) days after delivery to Grantee of a counterpart of the Third Amendment, executed by Grantor, Grantee shall pay Grantor a one-time payment for credit to the City of Redondo Beach' s Open Space Acquisition Fund in the sum of Two Hundred Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty Eight Dollars ($200,988) for the New TCE Term (the "New TCE Fee"). Grantee (including its subcontractors) shall have access to and use of the New TCE Area for the entire New TCE Term starting on September 5, 2023, subject to circumstances beyond the control of Grantor. Upon expiration of the New TCE Term on June 4, 2024, Grantee shall pay Grantor a monthly fee, in advance on the first day of each month (without deduction or offset), in the amount of Forty Four Thousand Six Hundred Sixty Four
Dollars ($44,664) from June 5, 2024 to September 4, 2024, and subsequently, a monthly fee in the amount of Sixty Six Thousand Nine Hundred Ninety Six Dollars ($66,996) from September 5, 2024 to December 4, 2024 for each calendar month or fraction thereof. In no event shall this temporary construction easement continue beyond December 4, 2024.
3. Except as expressly modified herein, all other terms and conditions of the Easement shall remain in full force and effect. The Easement, the First Amendment, the Second Amendment, and this Third Amendment shall constitute the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter thereof and supersede any previous written or oral agreement regarding such subject matter.
[Signatures on the following page]
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the City and SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS COMPANY have caused their duly authorized representatives to execute this Third Amendment as of the Effective Date.
CITY OF REDONDO BEACH SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS COMPANY
A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION
William C Brand, Mayor Carol Hsu
Land Services Manager
For Southern California Gas Company
Date: , 2023 Date: , 2023
Attest:
Eleanor Manzano, City Clerk
Approved as to Form:
Diane Strickfaden, Risk Manager
Approved as to Form:
Michael W. Webb, City Attorney
Date: , 2023
EXHIBIT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF NEW TCE AREA
(Attached.)
EXHIBIT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
”
EXHIBIT "A"
EXHIBIT "B"
EXHIBIT B
DESCRIPTION OF REQUIRED IMPROVEMENTS FOR NEW TCE AREA
Grantee shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment and supervision to complete the work described herein in a good and workmanlike manner.
1. Construction Fencing: Grantee shall supply and install a temporary fence to block unauthorized access to Areas A and B shown on Exhibit A. Fencing must be maintained throughout the project and replaced, as needed, to ensure restricted access into the project area.
2. Dog Park Entry Gate: Grantee shall supply and install two (2) 20’ temporary swing gates on the existing dog park fence just north of the dog training area for Grantee’s sole access to Areas A and B. Grantee shall ensure the swing gates are secured on nights and weekends and when Grantee is not on site. Grantee shall provide the Grantor with keys or combination code for the lock in the case Grantor needs immediate access to the area. The Grantor may install its own locks on the gates upon completion of the improvements. Grantee is not required to restore the fence and may leave the two (2) swing gates upon conclusion of the project.
3. Dual-Entry Gate Into the Dog Training Area: Grantee shall supply and install a dual-gate entrance into the dog training area of at least sixteen (16) square feet that contains hardware that allows for closing and latching of each gate in a secure manner. Grantee is not required to remove the dual-entry gate and restore the fence upon conclusion of the project.
4. Public Notification: Grantee shall provide ample notification to all affected properties within a 750-foot radius of the project location at least 14-days prior to commencement of the project, including the City of Torrance (Torrance City Hall) and Torrance Unified School District. Notification shall include detailed information on the scope of the project, full project timeline, potential impacts, and Grantee’s contact information. Grantee will also provide project information to area emergency personnel including the Redondo Beach Police and Fire Department’s to inform them of the project should an emergency situation arise.
5. Posting Signs: Grantee shall post a minimum of two (2) informational signs: one (1) located on the western fence line of Area A and one (1) located on the south fence line of Area A. Informational signs shall include detailed information on the scope of the project, full project timeline, potential impacts, Grantee’s contact information, and a webpage that includes additional details on the project. The signs shall comply with Article 6 of the Redondo Beach Municipal Code. Grantor shall maintain and update the webpage, as needed and in a timely manner, to ensure project information remains accurate.
From: Barbara Epstein
To: CityClerk; Bill Brand; Nils Nehrenheim; Todd Loewenstein; Zein Obagi; Paige Kaluderovic; Scott Behrendt; Cameron Harding; Michael Webb; Mike Witzansky
Subject: H-24 Lease of Dominguez Park Land to Southern California Gas Company Date: Tuesday, August 15, 2023 12:52:02 PM
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Dear City Leaders,
My comments are my own opinions, are not related to any organization I have served.
Redondo Beach Residents have been deprived of sufficient parkland for as long as anyone can remember.
Fortunately, in recent years, there has been some improvement, with our first garden, skateboard, and a bit of pickle ball. We are grateful.
Public lands, that could have served residents’ recreational needs, have been taken for private enterprise instead. We have watched valuable school sites gifted away to businesses when they could have more properly served the public.
We almost lost our entire waterfront to ruthless, private development. Our magnificent, historic, Moonstone Beach is now just a distant memory. I consider this immoral.
With the grand success of our first community garden, the need for more gardens is clear. My only regret is that we only had twenty six plots available to Redondo residents, and could have accommodated close to two hundred more requests.
We are grateful for the role the City had in this.
I asked the former council people in Districts Three, Four and Five for help finding suitable public garden sites in their districts, but never got a response. Dominguez Park would have been the perfect location, but those formerly empty spaces have been used for other purposes.
When our city agreed to give a private utility company a portion of yet more park land, I found it very disappointing.
If we could have accessed more space, I had envisioned a model farm, with chickens, and so much more.
My hope is that this lease arrangement with So. Cal. Gas Company is very temporary.
The public needs its parkland back.
I would respectfully ask our City (and School District) to end the practice of taking valuable park (and school) land from the public. It has been proven that outdoor recreation is essential to human well-being and quality of life.
Thank You For Your Consideration
Barbara Epstein
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