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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 03-22-03 - Regular Meeting014466 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL/COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING APRIL 22, 2003 The City Council/Community Development Commission of the City of Downey held an Adjourned Regular Meeting at 6:30 p.m., April 22, 2003, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, Mayor/Chairman Rick Trejo presiding. PRESENT:Council Members/Commissioners: Rick Trejo Kirk O. Cartozian Keith McCarthy Anne M. Bayer Meredith H. Perkins Mayor/Chairman Mayor Pro Tempore/Vice-Chairman (arrived at 6:38 p.m.) ALSO PRESENT:Gerald M. Caton, City Manager/Executive Director Charles Vose, City Attorney Kathleen L. Midstokke, City Clerk/Secretary John Finch, Chief of Police APPROVAL OF CLOSED SESSION MINUTES It was moved by Council Member/Commissioner Cartozian, seconded by Council Member/- Commissioner Perkins, and unanimously carried (4/0) to approve the Closed Session Minutes of April 8, 2003. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION Mayor/Chairman Trejo announced the Council/Commission is recessing to Closed Session (6:31 p.m.) to discuss matters under the authority of the following Sections of the Government Code: 1 SECTION 54956.9(a) – Conference with legal counsel – existing litigation: Martinez vs. City of Downey, et al., Los Angeles County Superior Court, Case # BC 277402. 2.SECTION 54956.9(b) – Conference with legal counsel – anticipated litigation (exposure to litigation) (one potential case). Council Member/Commissioner McCarthy arrived at 6:38 p.m. The meeting reconvened in open session at 7:39 p.m. with all Council Members/- Commissioners present. Mayor Trejo announced there were no Closed Session actions to report, but that they will be reconvening at the end of the City Council meeting. The meeting recessed at 7:39 p.m. City Council/Community Dev. Comm. Minutes (adj .) 04/22/03 -1- U t 4 4 l; ORAL COMMUNICATIONS The meeting reconvened for Oral Communications at 8:35 p.m. with all Council Members/- Commissioners present (see Oral Communications under the Regular City Council Meeting) and recessed at 8:41 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 9:18 p.m. with all Council Members/Commissioners present and immediately recessed to Closed Session to complete discussion of Closed Session items previously announced. The meeting reconvened at 10:29 p.m. with all Council Members/Commissioners present. There were no Closed Session actions to report. ADJOURNMENT: 10:30 p.m. AlML Rick Trejo, Mayor/ChairmanKathleen L. Midstokke, City Clerk/Secretary City Council/Community Dev. Comm. Minutes (adj .) 04/22/03 -2- fT ; B; ;\ : : { MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY REGULAR MEETING APRIL 22, 2003 TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO. Proclamation declaring May, 2003 Water Awareness Month Proclamation declaring April, 2003 Keep Downey Beautiful Month Public Hearing & Ordinance - Amendment to Municipal Code re: Self-Storage/Mini-Warehouse & Rec. Vehicle Storage Public Hearing & Ordinance – Amendment to Municipal Code re: Second Unit Developments Introduced 3 4 4 4 4 Introduced Oral Communications Removal of Items nom Consent Calendar Council Minutes: Adj . & Reg. Mtgs. 04/08/03 Cash Contract # 622A – Rio Hondo Driving Range Fence Replacement: Accept improvements Warrants Issued: # 185040-185428; Wire Nos. 30000551-558; $2,159,474.99 Supplemental appropriation of $850,000 for Police and $635,000 for Fire to cover costs of new Labor Agreements Amendment to Agreement with Lim & Nascimento for Plans, Specifications and Estimates for Lakewood Blvd. project Approved Approved 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 7 Approved Approved Approved Agreement with Paragon Partners for right-of-way acquisition services for Lakewood Blvd. project not to exceed $75,000 Res. # 6660 approving Final Map for 8201-8205 Pivot Street Res. # 6661 approving Final Map for 9220 Elm Vista Drive Subordination Agreement between Cardono Square Ltd. and Krikorian Premiere Theaters Approved Adopted Adopted Consented PAGE 1 OF 2 ’:' : :' ;' i i! COUNCIL MINUTES, APRIL 22, 2003 TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTINUED) SUBJECT ACTION Approved PAGE NO. Revised 5th Amendment to License Agreement for Rio Hondo Food & Beverages with Joan Wynne 7 7 9 9 9 Council Member Comments Staff Member Comments Adjourned in memory of Lillie Mae Williams Meeting adjourned to 6:30 p.m., May 13, 2003 i I I ! I PAGE 2 OF 2 0 .1 4 4 :i 8 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY REGULAR MEETING APRIL 22, 2003 The City Council of the City of Downey held a Regular Meeting at 7:41 p.m., April 22, 2003, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, Mayor Rick Trejo presiding. PRESENT:Council Members: Rick Tnjo Kirk O. Cartozian Anne M. Bayer Keith McCarthy Meredith H. Perkins Mayor Mayor Pro Tempore ALSO PRESENT:Gerald M. Caton, City Manager Charles S. Vose, City Attorney Kathleen L. Midstokke, City Clerk Desi Alvarez, Director of Public Works John Finch, Chief of Police Darrell George, Director of Community/Economic Development Bonnie Kehoe, Director of Community Services John Michicoff, Finance Manager Mark Sauter, Fire Chief William Davis, Business Development Manager Ron Yoshiki, Asst. Director of Community Dev./City Planner Kim Rapp, Executive Secretary PRESENTATIONS Mayor Trejo presented to Jason Wen, Utilities Superintendent, a Proclamation declaring May, 2003 as Water Awareness Month in the City of Downey. Public Works Director Alvarez announced several events that will be occurring this month related to water. A booth at the Street Faire; a special event as part of Kids Day; and classes at the Library starting in May about Downey’s water system, conservation and water issues in general. Mayor Trejo presented to West Middle School Builders Club & Teachers a Proclamation declaring April, 2003 as Keep Downey Beautiful Month in the City of Downey. Carol Rowland, Keep Downey Beautiful coordinator thanked the group for their participation all year and especially the teachers for securing the Saturday helpers. HEARINGS 1.AN AMENDMENT TO THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE, ARTICLE IX, CHAPTER 1, RELATED TO CERTAIN SECTIONS PERTAINING TO SELF- STORAGE/ MINI=WAREHOUSE AND RECREATIONAL VEHICLE STORAGE (CODE AMENDMENT NO. 01-57) (CONTUqUED FROM APREL 8, 2003). Council Minutes 04/22/03 -1- or 4469 Mayor Trejo opened the Public Hearing at 7:53 p.m. City Clerk Midstokke indicated no correspondence had been received. A staff report including a Power Point presentation was presented by Assistant Director of Community & Economic Development/City Planner Yostaki. He indicated that this item was continued from two weeks ago with direction to staff to look at deleting some of the areas initially presented, specifically the C-M (Commercial Manufacturing) areas. Self-storage would then be allowed, subject to the Conditional Use Permit (CUP) process, in the Industrial areas of the City which are M- 1 (Light Manufacturing) and M-2 (General Manufacturing). He then reviewed the sites that potentially would be removed and their current developments. He further noted that if the Commercial Manufacturing areas were deleted, Section 6 of the Ordinance would need revision. Council Member McCarthy indicated he has listened to the audio tape of the last meeting from which this item was continued and also commended staff for adding recreational vehicle storage. He then inquired regarding height limitation and Mr. Yoshiki responded that height is limited by zone as well as light angle. In response to Council Member McCarthy’s question, Mr. Yoshiki indicated that there are 2 parking scenarios, one for exterior units which creates a parallel parking area in front of the units, and another for interior units requiring parking in proximity to the opening at a ratio of 1 for 3 units. A 2 car garage is being required for the caretakers unit as well as 5 spaces for the office visitors. Council Member McCarthy pointed out that there are locations in the City such as near freeways and riverbeds that might not be zoned for this use, but should be looked at in the near future. He further indicated that we might want to specifically clarify that no residential use, except for the caretakers unit, is allowed. Council Member Perkins pointed out that surrounding cities such as Bellflower, Bell Gardens, Norwalk, Santa Fe Springs and South Gate allow these types of uses only in their Manufacturing zones. He further mentioned that this type of development brings very little return to the City yet is a very profitable business for developers. Mayor Trejo asked if anyone from the audience wished to address this item. Lennie Whittington, resident of Downey, inquired whether the Fu-Lyons property was included and the response was no. There being no further speakers, it was moved by Council Member Perkins, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Cartozian, and so ordered to close the Public Hearing at 8:08 p.m. ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE, ARTICLE IX, CHAPTER 1, RELATED TO CERTAIN SECTIONS PERTAINING TO SELF-STORAGE/ MINI- WAREHOUSE AND RECREATIONAL VEHICLE STORAGE USES. (CODE AMENDMENT NO. 01-57). Council Minutes 04/22/03 -2- 0144 / II The Ordinance was read by title only and Section 6 was amended to read: “Upon the effective date of this Ordinance, subsection (15) of Section 9127.06 of Article IX, Chapter 1 of the Downey Municipal Code shall be deleted in its entirety.“ It was moved by Mayor Pro Tempore Cartozian, seconded by Council Member Perkins and unanimously carried to waive further reading and introduce. 2.AN AMENDMENT TO THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE, ARTICLE IX, CHAPTER 1, SECTION 9110 RELATING TO THE SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (R-1) ZONE, SECTION 9112, RELATING TO THE TWO-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (R-2) ZONE, AND SECTION 9158, RELATING TO SECOND UNIT DEVELOPMENTS. (CODE AMENDMENT NO. 03-01). Mayor Trejo opened the Public Hearing at 8:12 p.m. City Clerk Midstokke affirmed receipt of the Proof of Publication. It was moved by Council Member McCarthy, seconded by Council Member Perkins, and unanimously carried to receive and file. There was no correspondence received on this item. A staff report including a Power Point presentation was presented by Assistant Director of Community & Economic Development/City Planner Yoshiki. He explained that the proposed Code Amendment is precipitated by AB 1866, which went into effect in September of last year. It requires cities to use a ministerial process for consideration of second unit development applications. Proposed tonight are language revisions and adding some standards to second unit development. Mr. Yoshiki indicated that this type of development has been allowed since the City’s incorporation and there are roughly 20 areas in the City where this development pattern exists. The current Code allows Public Hearings with notification to neighbors and a Design Review Board process. AB 1866 eliminates the Public Hearing process and takes it back to a staff/department review level of a particular project. Mr. Yoshiki fUrther indicated that the proposed standards include: only one kitchen per unit; no accessory living quarters allowed; Design Review Board review to assure compatibility between residences; and requiring one unit to be owner occupied. Mayor Trejo asked if anyone present wished to speak on the proposed amendment. Guy Sterner, resident of Downey, requested the Council to accept the fact that this is mandated by the State, that it may decrease the number of illegal garage conversions and that it may decrease the crowded conditions of multi-families living in the same dwelling. There being no further speakers, it was moved by Council Member Perkins, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Cartozian and so ordered to close the Public Hearing at 8:30 p.m. I Mayor Pro Tempore Cartozian noted that parking could be further impacted in already dense areas as 2nd dwelling units are allowed and this needs to be kept in mind and addressed. Council Minutes 04/22/03 -3- 0144 / i Council Member McCarthy requested that the City send a letter to residents and property owners in each of these second unit development areas making them aware of the fact that they are in such an area, what those circumstances are, what this change is, and what the consequences are. This would educate them about what is taking place. Mayor Trejo concurred with this notification. City Manager Caton indicated that the residents could be notified that they are in a second unit development area, the change in the State law and what can be happening in their neighborhood. ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE, ARTICLE IX, CHAPTER 1, SECTION 9110 RELATING TO THE SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (R-1) ZONE, SECTION 9112, RELATING TO THE TWO-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (R-2) ZONE, AND SECTION 9158, RELATING TO SECOND UNIT DEVELOPMENTS. The title of the Ordinance was read. It was moved by Mayor Pro Tempore Cartozian, seconded by Council Member Bayer and unanimously carried, to waive further reading and introduce. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS John McDonald, resident of Downey, requesting that the City Council issue a Proclamation that May is Motorcycle Awareness Month, making the rest of the motorist aware of motorcycles. Lennie Whittington, resident of Downey, referred to a recent Los Angeles Times article regarding Juvenile Hall in Downey which indicated the children are being abused such as over medicated, restrained and beaten; and thinks the City should do something. CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEMS FOR REMOVAL 7.REVISED FIFTH AMENDMENT TO LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH RIO HONDO FOOD AND BEVERAGE LICENSEE, JOAN WYNNE, THAT TEMPORAI ,LY SUSPENDS RENT PAYMENT AND ENSURES CONTINUED FOOD AND BEVERAGE SERVICES DURING CONSTUCTION, was pulled at the request of Council Member Perkins and is listed under Other Business below. CONSENT CALENDAR It was moved by Council Member McCarthy, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Cartozian, and unanimously carried to waive further reading of the Resolutions and approve the remainder of the Consent Calendar items as recommended: 3.COUNCIL MINUTES: ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 8, 2003 : Approve. 4.COUNCIL MINUTES: REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 8, 2003 : Approve. Council Minutes 04/22/03 -4- 3 } /' j' .:'I 0 1 4 4 "7 : 5.CASH CONTRACT #622A – RIO HONDO GOLF CLUB DRIVING RANGE FENCE REPLACEMENT: ACCEPT THE IMPROVEMENTS CONSTRUCTED AND THE MAINTENANCE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE DRIVING RANGE FENCE REPLACEMENT COMPLETED BY MANHIRE CONSTRUCTION, INC.: Approve. 6.WARRANTS ISSUED: 185040 – 185428; WIRE NUMBERS 30000551-558; $2,159,474.99: Approve. 8.GENERATI FUND SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION OF $850,000 FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT AND $635,000 FOR THE FIRE DEPARTMENT TO COVER COSTS OF RECENTLY APPROVED LABOR AGREEMENTS: Approve. 9.AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH LIM & NASCIMENTO ENGINEERING CORP. FOR THE PREPARATION OF THE FINAL PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTIMATES FOR THE LAKEWOOD BLVD. IMPROVEMENT PROJECT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $797,461: Approve. 10.AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH PARAGON PARTNERS LIMITED FOR RIGHT-OF-WAY ACQUISITION SERVICES FOR PARCELS IMPACTED BY THE LAKEWOOD BLVD. IMPROVEMENT PROJECT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $75,000: Approve 11.RESOLUTION NO. 6660 (ADOPT) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THE FINAL SUBDIVISION MAP OF PARCEL MAP NO. 25207 (8201- 8205 PIVOT STREET), APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH THE SUBDIVIDER AND ACCEPTING A CASH DEPOSIT AS SURETY. 12.RESOLUTION NO. 6661 (ADOPT) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THE FINAL SUBDIVISION MAP OF TRACT MAP NO. 53846 (9220 ELM VISTA DRIVE), APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH THE SUBDIVIDER AND ACCEPTING A CASH DEPOSIT AS SURETY. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS 13.SUBORDINATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN CARDONO SQUARE LTD., AND KRIKORIAN PREMIERE THEATERS. A staff report was presented by Business Development Manager Davis indicating that Angelo Cardono, president ofCardono Square Ltd. property located at 8233-8255 Firestone Blvd., has asked for the City’s help in resolving a problem caused by the shared parking lease agreement with KHkorian Theaters and his attempt to refinance the subject property. Council Minutes 04/22/03 -5- 0 : 44 T :t He gave a brief history of the shared parking lease agreement which was originally executed in 1995 to provide 189 parking spaces for the theaters for specific hours of the day on the Cardono Square Ltd. property. These spaces are leased by Kdkorian Theaters at the rate of $2,000 per month. Mr. Davis stated that Mr. Cardono is attempting to refinance the loan on his property and the bank is requesting that the shared parking lease agreement by subordinated to the new bank loan. Assistant City Attorney Ed Lee has determined that the City of Downey is not a party to the lease and has no legal right to dictate any resolution on this issue, however, he has suggested several different actions that the City could take to help address this issue. They include requiring an in-lieu parking fee for each space; the parking structure could provide substitute parking for Kdkorian; the City could assist in referring other banks to Cardono; or the City could approve an amended lease between Cardono and Krikorian which subordinates Krikorian’s interest to a bank loan. Staff is recommending the 1 st scenario wherein an in-lieu parking fee be established. City Attorney Vose clarified that this recommendation really only comes into play if there is a subordination and the bank forecloses and uses the property for another use. The recommendation is only a back-up position if in fa8t the City consents to the subordination aid in the event there is an actual foreclosure of the property by the bank and the bank takes it over and extinguishes the Lease on the property and develops it in a way that does not allow parking. Mr. Vose referred to the copy of City Council Resolution No. 5903 (attachment 1 to the staff report), page 2, Section 2, subparagraph d. that says upon expiration, termination, cancellation, etc. of the Parking Lease for any reason whatsoever then they (Kdkorian) are required to comply with the Code in regards to off-street parking. The recommendation is consistent with this subsection. He further clarified that the City does not have to consent to the subordination in order for the subordination to become effective. However, the City can, and there is no problem in doing so. City Manager Caton expressed that Mr. KHkorian wants to be assured that it is okay with the City to subordinate by the City taking some type of action. Council Member Perkins questioned why staff was recommending option No. 1. Mr. Davis responded that it seemed to be the easiest alternative to pursue because it was consistent with the City’s development standards and it was also a way of stimulating pedestrian traffic in the downtown area Council Member Perkins indicated that it seemed the easiest option was No. 4, wherein the City would approve an amended lease, which would allow Mr. Cardona to continue to collect the $2,000 per month from the theaters. Mr. Vose indicated that this option is the primary request and the in-lieu fees are a backup position that only comes into play in the event of a foreclosure. Angelo Cardono, resident of Downey, and President ofCardono Development Corp. stated that he felt the situation has been stated quick clearly. He noted the history as KHkorian wanting to build a theater, the City wanted it, they needed the parking and he was all too happy to help out. They The bank found that Kdkorian has recorded the lease and it has 1 st position on the property. He indicated the matter can be resolved immediately if the City will satisfy Kdkorian as the City Attorney has mentioned. Council Minutes 04/22/03 -6- t i : 0}{$ 74 Council Member McCarthy inquired if the Council were to approve option # 4, if that would satisfy both parties. Mr. Cardono indicated it would. Mayor Pro Tempore Cartozian questioned whether the in-lieu fee would affect Mr. Cardono. Mr. Cardono responded that he is only interested in the subordination, which the bank wants. Guy Sterner, resident of Downey, clarified that although the original lease was for 15 years, the tenant has an option to extend for 5 additional 5 year terms, which would actually be 25 years past the original agreement. His concerns include the past financial incentives already given to Mr. Cardono and whether the interests of the entire downtown business community are being considered. Mayor Pro Tempore Cartozian requested a clarification of option # 4 and staffs recommendation. Mr. Vose responded that staffs recommendation only goes into effect if there is a default, so it does not provide any potential City revenue unless that occurs. He further clarified that the option of in-lieu fees would still be available in the event of a default, even if the Council only approved option # 4 at this time. Mr. Vose stated that the suggestion motion based upon Council comments would be that the City Council indicate its consent to the subordination and direct the City Manager to draft a letter so indicating their consent. The above motion was moved by Council Member Perkins, seconded by Council Member McCarthy and unanimously carried. OTHER BUSINESS - Consent Calendar - Items removed by Council Approval: 7.REVISED FIFTH AMENDMENT TO LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH RIO HONDO FOOD AND BEVERAGE LICENSEE, JOAN WYNNE, THAT TEMPORAI fLY SUSPENDS RENT PAYMENT AND ENSURES CONTINUED FOOD AND BEVERAGE SERVICES DURING CONSTUCTION. Council Member Perkins indicated he had pulled this item to clarify that there has been a request from the operators of the Rio Hondo Clubhouse that their contract be terminated, effective July 3 1, 2003, which came in the way of a letter from their attorney. He wanted to make sure the audience realized that this termination was not initiated by the City. It was moved by Council Member Perkins, seconded by Council Member McCarthy and unanimously caITied to approve the Revised Fifth Amendment to the License Agreement with Rio Hondo Food and Beverage Licensee, Joan Wynne, that temporally suspends rent payment to City and ensures continued food and beverage services during construction (with License Agreement terminating on July 31, 2003). OTHER BUSINESS - Council Members Comments Council Member McCarthy referred to the Community Development Commission’s approval tonight of an appropriation of $113,142, referred to as the ERAF shift, and questioned if we knew the formula used by the State to calculate the amount. City Manager Caton responded that the total for the entire State of California was $75 Million. Finance Director Michicoff stated that we were Council Minutes 04/22/03 -7- 0744 - ps told this was our “fair share” and that the State had sent an excerpt of a large worksheet that they used to compute the amount. Mr. Michicoff indicated that he did a comparison of other Redevelopment Agencies of equal size and the amounts are equivalent relatively speaking. Council Member McCarthy indicated that he would like to support the request that we declare a Proclamation for May being Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. Council Member McCarthy announced that he had participated in the Keep Downey Beautiful clean up on April 12 and also the Emergency Preparedness Fair on the same day. commended the Fire Department, the Emergency Preparedness Committee and all of the other organizations that participated. He mentioned that the Public Works staff present was very complementary about the new Utilities Superintendent, Dr. Jason Wen. He Council Member McCarthy commended the Police Department for their Annual Report released at the beginning of April which included crime statistics as well as Personnel changes. Mayor Pro Tempor6 Cartozian mentioned that at the last Council Meeting the new Community Services Director Bonnie Kehoe had been recognized and since that meeting Thad Phillips has been appointed the new City Librarian. He also noted that the new quarterly magazine from the Community Services Department is very colorful, informative and has a great number of excellent classes. Mayor Pro Tempore Cartozian announced that he had attended a meet and greet event at Assembly Member Firebaugh’s office along with Council Member McCarthy and other local Council Members. He further announced there will be an opportunity to meet a former Downey alumni when the Council will be honoring and recognizing the achievements of a Division 1 NCAA Football Coach, Jeff Tedford who attended Warren High School, at the May 13 City Council Meeting. Members of the High Schools local football teams will also be invited. Council Member Bayer thanked Council Member McCarthy for bringing the group from a local church who participated in the recent Keep Downey Beautiful cleanup. Council Member Bayer announced a fundraiser at Frantone’s on April 29 to support our Fire Department and the CERT emergency supply bins. Council Member Perkins announced the Street Faire on May 3 and encouraged everyone to attend Mayor Trejo announced that he attended the Hindu Temple’s celebration for their anniversary which was a very enlightening and exciting event. He further announced that there will be a free seminar this Friday, April 25 from 9:.0Q to 10:30 'a.m. at the Barbara Riley Community Center, the Senior Scam Stoppers with a panel of experts on home improvements and repairs, auto repairs, seniors and patient rights, predatory lending, identity theR and current scams and encouraged everyone to attend. !i Council Minutes 04/22/03 -8- I tl %:4 ? Gt) OTHER BUSINESS - Staff Members Comments Fire Chief Sauter announced that the L. A. County Board of Supervisors today had officially recognized the Downey fire stations as Safe Havens for the surrendering of newborn babies. City Manager Caton mentioned that although most of the time oral staff reports at the City Council meetings are given by either the Division Managers or the Department Heads, tonight William Davis gave an excellent presentation and earlier Carol Rowland gave a presentation, which makes the point that this City is really blessed with outstanding employees. ADJOURNMENT: 9:17p.m. The meeting adjourned in memory of Lillie Mae Williams, sister of Lennie L. Whittington, longtime Downey resident, to 6:30 p.m., May 13, 2003, in the Council Chamber of Downey City Hall. L RickKathleen L. Midstokke, City Clerk Trejo, Mayor Council Minutes 04/22/03 -9-