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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 05-22-12 Regular Meeting MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY REGULAR MEETING MAY 22, 2012 The City Council of the City of Downey held a Regular Meeting at 7:30 p.m., May 22, 2012, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, 11111 Brookshire Avenue, Downey, California, Mayor Brossmer presiding. PRESENT: Council Members: Roger C. Brossmer Mayor David R. Gafin Mayor Pro Tem Mario A. Guerra Luis H. Marquez Fernando Vasquez ALSO PRESENT: Gilbert Livas, City Manager John Oskoui, Assistant City Manager /City Treasurer Yvette M. Abich Garcia, City Attorney Adria M. Jimenez, City Clerk Shannon DeLong, Assistant to the City Manager Lonnie Croom, Fire Chief Rick Esteves, Police Chief Brian Saeki, Community Development Director _. Arlene Salazar, Interim Community Services Director John Michicoff, Finance Director Gladys Chavez, Secretary Other City Staff The Invocation was delivered by Pastor Richard Holt, First Baptist Church. The Flag Salute was led by Gabriel Hohn, Eagle Scout. COUNCIL MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS; REQUESTS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS; AND CONFERENCE /MEETING REPORTS: Council Member Guerra reported attending the California Contract Cities Association Municipal Seminar. He advised one of a few workshops he attended was, "The Lost Art of Compromising;" reported not having attended the International Conference of Shopping Centers held in Las Vegas to prevent negative perception; attended the viewing of our First Annual Solar Eclipse Event at the Columbia Memorial Space Science and Learning Center; reported attending the live performance of comedian Paul Rodriguez at the Downey Civic Theater; requested staff review the Lakewood Boulevard truck size and weight limitations, and reported that November 10 -17 is National Hunger and Homeless Awareness Week and requested staff meet to discuss coordinating resources and participation from the community. Council Member Marquez welcomed those in attendance; reported attending the California Contract Cities Association Municipal Seminar workshop, "The Demise of Redevelopment." City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of May 22, 2012 1 Council Member Vasquez welcomed Warren High School students; reported attending the California Contract Cities Association Municipal Seminar workshops, "Inside the Mind of a City Attorney," "Inside the Mind of a City Manager," and, "The Demise of Economic Development;" reported - attending a neighborhood watch meeting and requested staff address resident's concerns discussed at the meeting. Mayor Pro Tem Gafin recognized Jan Scott, President of the Downey Chamber of Commerce who was in attendance, and advised The Downey Cemetery District Trustees will hold the Annual Memorial Day Ceremony at the Downey Cemetery May 28 Mayor Brossmer reported attending the American Legion Downey Post -270 meeting; reported attending the First Annual Solar Eclipses Event at the Columbia Memorial Space Science and Learning Center; attended the California Contract Cities Association Municipal Seminar and although he attended all of the workshops, he gained the most from having a personal conversation with a board member from the Water Replenishing District; attended a Vector Control District meeting, and recognized Martha Sodetani, Downey Unified School Board Member who was in attendance. PRESENTATIONS: Mayor Brossmer presented a Certificate of Recognition to Kelly Gendreau, 50 Assembly Woman of Distinction Honoree from Downey for 2012. Mayor Brossmer presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Eagle Scout Gabriel Hohn. Eagle Scout Hohn presented Mayor Brossmer a hand crafted memorial box to hold retired American Flags. Mayor Brossmer presented a Certificate of Recognition to Warren High School's CIF Southern Section Division VI Champion Girls Water Polo Team; CIF Southern Section Division VI Champion Wrestling Team; and, the Warren High School Robotics Team who competed in the 2012 VEX Robotics World Championships in Anaheim. Mayor Brossmer presented a Proclamation to Gina McGee, and proclaimed June 2 and 3rd, 2012 as American Cancer Society Relay for Life. Mayor Brossmer presented a Certificate of Recognition to Mrs. Chambers, Griffith Middle School Science Class, Room 71, for their state -of- the -art weather station. RECESSED /RECONVENED: Mayor Brossmer recessed the City Council Meeting at 8:14 p.m., and reconvened at 8:21 p.m., with all Council Members present. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 1. ESTABLISH A FRANCHISE TOWING FEE AND APPROVE NONEXCLUSIVE FRANCHISE AGREEMENTS FOR TOWING AND STORAGE SERVICES: Police. A. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 12- , A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 11-7274, ESTABLISHING A FRANCHISE FEE FOR THE DOWNEY POLICE DEPARTMENT TOWING SERVICE FRANCHISE PROGRAM. --- City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of May 22, 2012 2 B. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 12- , A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING A FRANCHISE AGREEMENT FOR TOWING AND STORAGE SERVICES WITH UNITED TOWING SERVICES, INC. C. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 12- , A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEYAPPROVING A FRANCHISE AGREEMENT FOR TOWING AND STORAGE SERVICES WITH TITAN TRANSPORTATION, INC. Mayor Brossmer opened the Public Hearing at 8:21 p.m. City Clerk Jimenez affirmed receipt of the Proof of Publication. It was moved by Council Member Marquez, seconded by Council Member Guerra and so ordered to receive and file. City Clerk Jimenez noted there was no correspondence received. Mayor Brossmer asked if the Subcommittee had a report to present to Council. Council Member Marquez stated that due to time constraints, the Subcommittee will require more time before being able to provide a comprehensive report to Council. Council Member Vasquez agreed with Council Member Marquez. Mayor Brossmer confirmed that the Subcommittee will return June 12 with a recommendation and this item would not be continued again. The Subcommittee will either concur with the recommendation of the Police Department or if there is a different recommendation, reasons will be provided to Council, but, a recommendation will be made. ._. It was moved by Council Member Marquez, seconded by Council Member Vasquez, and unanimously carried to continue the Public Hearing to June 12, 2012. NON - AGENDA PUBLIC COMMENT: Leonardo Zuniga spoke about a recent incident at the Columbia Memorial Space Center and Learning Center. The following people spoke regarding the recent officer involved shooting: Jean Thaxton Laura Consentino Debora (no last name provided) Lema Harris Terry Ramirez Damien Ramirez Susan Thaxton Michael Lee Nida, Sr. John Lacey spoke regarding the City Budget, graffiti and, collection of unpaid City fines. Tony Tinajero, resident, spoke regarding graffiti concerns in the City of Downey. Council Member Guerra stated that he believed law enforcement mistakenly spoke when using �--- words such as "caged animal" when referring to a human being or when describing an incident. City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of May 22, 2012 3 CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS REMOVED: 5. AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT WITH THE LOS ANGELES GATEWAY REGION INTEGRATED REGIONAL WATER MANAGEMENT JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY FOR PREPARATION OF THE COYOTE CREEK/REACH 1 OF THE LOWER SAN GAB RI E L RIVER METALS TOTAL MAXIMUM DAILY LOAD IMPLEMENTATION PLAN, MONITORING PROGRAM AND SPECIAL STUDIES AND APPROPRIATE $33,212 FROM THE GENERAL FUND: Public Works. This item was pulled at the request of City Manager Livas and is listed under Other Business. 6. APPROVE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF DOWNEY AND DOMENICO NAPOLI FOR 11140 DOWNEY AVENUE AND APPROPRIATE $48,000 FROM THE ART IN PUBLIC PLACES FUND: Community Development. This item was pulled at the request of Council Member Guerra and is listed under Other Business. 7. APPROVE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF DOWNEY AND DOMENICO NAPOLI FOR 11140 DOWNEY AVENUE AND APPROPRIATE $48,000 FROM THE ART IN PUBLIC PLACES FUND: Community Development. This item was pulled at the request of Council Member Guerra and is listed under Other Business. CITY COUNCIL CONSENT CALENDAR: It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Gafin, seconded by Council Member Vasquez, and unanimously carried to approve the remainder of the Consent Calendar. 2. APPROVED CITY COUNCIL MINUTES: Adjourned and Regular Meetings of May 8, 2012; .---- Special Meeting of May 15, 2012: City Clerk. 3. APPROVED WARRANTS ISSUED: Warrant Nos. 267775- 268110; Wire Nos. 30002653- 30002662 and 887 -890, in the total amount of $ 3,790,164.30: Finance. 4. APPROPRIATED $23,000 FROM THE BUILDING AND SAFETY ACCOUNT AND AUTHORIZED THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE COPY PLACE AND THE CITY OF DOWNEY FOR THE CONVERSION OF COMMERCIAL BUILDING PLANS TO DIGITAL COPY: Community Development. 8. LIGHTING AND LANDSCAPING DISTRICT, ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 121, FISCAL YEAR 2012/2013: Public Works. A. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 12-7331, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THE ENGINEER'S REPORT FOR ASSESSMENTS WITHIN THE LIGHTING AND LANDSCAPE DISTRICT, ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 121 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2012 -2013; and, B. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 12-7332, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO LEVY AND COLLECT LIGHTING AND LANDSCAPING ASSESSMENTS WITHIN THE LIGHTING AND LANDSCAPE DISTRICT, ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 121 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2012 -2013, AND SET A PUBLIC HEARING FOR JUNE 12, 2012, TO ACCEPT PUBLIC INPUT ON THE MATTER OF THE PROPOSED ASSESSMENT. City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of May 22, 2012 4 9. APPROVED THE USE OF THE SHOW MOBILE BY THE DOWNEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR THE RELAY FOR LIFE COMMUNITY EVENT ON JUNE 2ND AND 3RD TO BE +` HELD AT COLUMBUS HIGH SCHOOL: Administration. 10. APPROVED RECOGNIZED OBLIGATION PAYMENT SCHEDULE AS SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE FORMER REDEVELOPMENT COMPONENT OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY FOR PERIOD JULY THROUGH DECEMBER 2012: Community Development. OTHER BUSINESS: 5. AUTHORIZED THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT WITH THE LOS ANGELES GATEWAY REGION INTEGRATED REGIONAL WATER MANAGEMENT JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY FOR PREPARATION OF THE COYOTE CREEK/REACH 1 OF THE LOWER SAN GABRIEL RIVER METALS TOTAL MAXIMUM DAILY LOAD IMPLEMENTATION PLAN, MONITORING PROGRAM AND SPECIAL STUDIES AND APPROPRIATE $33,212 FROM THE GENERAL FUND: Public Works. City Manager Livas made a correction to the staff report. Remove, "appropriate $33,212 from the General Fund" and replace with, "$3,500 from the Storm Water Fund." It was moved by Council Member Vasquez, seconded by Council Member Guerra, and unanimously carried to approve, as amended. 6. APPROVED OPERATING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF DOWNEY AND THE ---- DOWNEY ART VIBE AND APPROPRIATED $48,000 FROM THE ART IN PUBLIC PLACES FUND: Community Development. City Manager Livas made a correction to the staff report. Report should read, "Approve Operative Agreement between the City of Downey and the Downey Art Vibe." Mayor Brossmer clarified that Item No. 6 was to approve the agreement and Item No. 7 was the allocation of funds. Council Member Guerra clarified that this agreement was over a two year period and no General Fund dollars will be used. It was moved by Council Member Guerra, seconded by Council Member Vasquez, and unanimously carried to approve, as amended. 7. APPROVED LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF DOWNEY AND DOMENICO NAPOLI FOR 11140 DOWNEY AVENUE AND APPROPRIATED $48,000 FROM THE ART IN PUBLIC PLACES FUND: Community Development. It was moved by Council Member Guerra, seconded by Council Member Vasquez, and unanimously carried to approve as amended. City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of May 22, 2012 5 ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS: 11. APPROVED CHANGES TO THE PROPOSED DISTRIBUTION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PUBLIC SERVICE GRANT ADJUSTMENT FOR PUBLIC SERVICE ACTIVITIES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2012 -2013: Community Development. Community Development Director Saeki reported on various programs and the proposed reduction and allocation of funds for fiscal year 2012/2013. At the request of Council, staff reduced the budget by $1,890. Of the $1,890, $1,000 came from the Barbara J. Riley Center and $890 from the Adult Literacy Program in order to fully fund the TLC program. It was moved by Council Member Guerra, seconded by Council Member Vasquez, and unanimously carried to receive and file. STAFF MEMBER COMMENTS: City Manager Livas congratulated the Public Works Department on the completion of the Florence Avenue Truck Impacted Intersection Project which was completed on time and under budget. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting adjourned at 9:22 p.m. in memory of Chris Leuke, longtime Downey resident and Sidonio Ramirez, father of Human Resource Director Irma Youssefieh. 7M - y d 1 L t ('' G . ,r,,. r� + ,' ! J -wry ADRIA M. JIMENEZ, CMC ROG C. BROSSMER, Mayor City Clerk City Council Regular Meeting Minutes of May 22, 2012 6