HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 05-25-99 - Regular Meeting MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
MAY 25, 1999
TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS
SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO.
Certificate of Appointment to Kathleen Richter, Emergency
Preparedness Committee, Dist. 2 1
Res. #270, approv. the Disposition & Development
Agreement by and between the Community Development
Commission and L. A. Community Design Center for the
redevelopment of property in the Downey Redevelopment
Project Area (8117, 8127 & 8133 Third St. — Senior Housing
Project) Adopt 3
Res. #6266, approv. the sale of property by the Community
Development Commission (CDC) & the Disposition &
Development Agreement by and between the CDC & L. A.
Community Design Center for the redevelopment of property
within the Downey Redevelopment Project Area (8117, 8127
& 8133 Third St. — Senior Housing Project) Adopt 3
Res. denying the appeal & approv. Conditional Use Permit
#99 -08, to permit on -sale alcohol & entertainment in a
restaurant at 8014 -8018 Telegraph Rd., Zoned C -2 (General
Commercial) Cont. 7
Leona Reed expressed concerns about people circulating
handbills in residential areas 7
David Bowers corrected remarks he made at a previous Council
Meeting re the City's involvement in the FEMA lawsuit 7
Wayne Lehman voiced a complaint about a neighbor's tree
dropping leaves year round on his property 7
Council Minutes: Adjourned & Regular Meetings, 5/11/99 Approved 7
Cash Contract #615 — Community Service Center &
Housing Div. office improvements: Approve plans &
specs. & grant authority to advertise for bids Approved 7
Warrants Issued: 155141 — 155705, $1,157,008.99 Approved 8
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COUNCIL MINUTES, MAY 25, 1999
TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTINUED
SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO.
Approval of amendment to the agreement between the
Ferguson Group & City, lead agency for the LACDA
Alliance Approved 8
Fire Community Center appropriation: Appropriate
$223,103 from the General Fund for the Five City Fire
Communication Center Approved 8
Authorize soliciting requests for proposal for Golf
Professional - Manager Services for Rio Hondo Golf
Course Approved 8
Res. #6267, authorizing execution of a General Services
Agreement with the County of L. A. Adopted 8
Res. #6268, prohibiting parking on the west side of
Woodruff Av. Adopted 8
Res. #6269, approving the application for Pedestrian
Funds for Fiscal Year 1998 -99 authorized under the
Transportation Development Act, Article 3 (S.B. 821) Adopted 8
Budget Study Session for 1999 -2000 Budget Set at 4:00 p.m.
6/8/99 8
Cn. Winningham congratulated Downey High baseball
team for reaching CIF playoffs 9
Cn. Winningham referred to correspondence expressing
a complaint about hazards for walkers in area of Lakewood
Bl. between Gallatin Rd. & Lakewood Bl. abutting Tristan Dr. Ref to staff 9
Cn. Winningham referred to correspondence re
Independence Park Tennis Center re concerns about the
courts and restrooms Ref. to staff 9
Cn. Winningham thanked Public Works Dept. for new
crosswalks at Krikorian Theatre 9
Cn. Perkins noted attending a luncheon with the Rose Float
Association 9
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TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTINUED)
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Cn. Perkins noted attending a pancake breakfast with the
Boy Scouts & advised they would like to install a new flagpole
at Apollo Park as a project Ref. to staff 9
Cn. Lawrence applauded the Annual Keep Downey
Beautiful Beautification Awards last week 9
Cn. Lawrence noted during April & May various City
organizations honor volunteers, noting the extra
volunteer spirit in Downey sets it apart from other
communities 9
Cn. Lawrence mentioned the anti - graffiti program has
kept abreast of graffiti problems & expressed
appreciation to staff 9
Cn. Lawrence thanked Cn. Winningham for travelling
to Sacramento to make sure the Joint Legislative Audit
Committee agreed to the City's request for an audit of
the Water Replenishment District 9
Mr. Caton mentioned that Downey & five other cities
will be filing a lawsuit against the Water Replenishment
District 9
Mr. Caton congratulated the Rotary Club on their
75 Anniversary 9
Mr. Caton mentioned being sworn in as a member of the
Downey YMCA Board 10
Meeting adjourned to 4 :00 p.m., June 8, 1999, (Budget Study
Session) 10
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MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
MAY 25, 1999
The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 7:37 p.m., May 25, 1999, in
the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, Council Member Joyce L. Lawrence presiding.
PRESENT: Council Members:
Joyce L. Lawrence
Robert C. Winningham
Meredith H. Perkins
ABSENT: Gary P. McCaughan, M.D. Mayor (excused)
Keith McCarthy Mayor Pro Tem (excused)
ALSO PRESENT: Gerald M. Caton, City Manager
Charles Vose, City Attorney
Judith McDonnell, City Clerk- Treasurer
Lee Powell, Assistant City Manager
Desi Alvarez, Director of Public Works
Greg Caldwell, Police Chief
Ron Irwin, Fire Chief
James Jarrett, Director of Community Services
Robert Brace, City Engineer
Mark Morris, Housing Planner
Christine Roberto, Purchasing Manager
Ed Velasco, Manager of Housing
Ron Yoshiki, Asst. Director of Community Dev. /City Planner
June Yotsuya, Assistant to the City Manager
Shirley Conte, Executive Secretary
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PRESENTATIONS
Council Member Perkins presented a Certificate of Appointment to Kathleen Richter,
Emergency Preparedness Committee, District 2.
HEARINGS
At this time, the Community Development Commission convened in joint session with the City
Council with Council Members /Commissioners Winningham, Perkins and Lawrence present;
Mayor /Chairman McCaughan and Mayor Pro Tem/Vice- Chairman McCarthy absent.
Council Member /Commissioner Lawrence opened the joint public hearing between the City
Council and the Community Development Commission (CDC) to CONSIDER A DISPOSITION
AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT (DDA) BETWEEN THE DOWNEY COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AND THE LOS ANGELES COMMUNITY DESIGN
CENTER FOR THE SENIOR HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AT 8117, 8127 AND 8133 THIRD
STREET.
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Ms. McDonnell affirmed receipt of the Proof of Publication. It was moved by Council
Member /Commissioner Winningham, seconded by Council Member /Commissioner Perkins, and so
ordered to receive and file.
Mr. Velasco explained that approval of the DDA with the Los Angeles Design Center will
result in the development of 31 affordable housing units for seniors. The CDC purchased the property
in July 1998, and on January 12, 1999, selected the Los Angeles Community Design Center,
approving their design concept, and authorizing staff to negotiate the DDA and approve the
submission of a joint application to the Los Angeles County Housing Authority for City of Industry
r Housing Funds. He noted next Tuesday the Board of Supervisors will take action on the County's
recommendation to reserve $663,000 for the Downey Senior Housing Project and advised that the
Planning Commission has approved the required land use entitlements and the Negative Declaration.
He narrated a visual program of the size, architecture style, layout and amenities included in the
project, noting there will be eight two - bedroom units and 23 one - bedroom units. Development costs
will be between $3.5 and $3.8 million, with the preferred and least expensive method of financing
being the Federal Section 202 Loan Program. He reviewed conditions and requirements of the DDA
and noted the project will require City subsidies of up to $760,380, which will be charged to Housing
Set Aside Fund 83. He introduced the development team from the Los Angeles Community Design
Center, Stephanie Klasky- Gamer, Housing Director and Ayde Gonzalez, Project Manager, and
responded to comments from the Council.
There was no correspondence received on this matter.
Council Member /Commissioner Lawrence asked if there was anyone who wished to speak in
favor of the Disposition and Development Agreement.
Guy Sterner, 10303 Downey Avenue, representing the Project Area Committee (PAC),
submitted and read a document from PAC Chairman Delores Flores expressing PAC's appreciation
and support of the Senior Housing Project. He mentioned the PAC recommends two elevators for the
project instead of only one and encouraged City residents to take an active roll in supporting this much
r-■• needed development.
Stephanie Klasky -Gamer responded to comments regarding the second elevator, noting
properties with more than one elevator have two to three times the number of units. She noted cost
was a determining factor, as well as size limitations of the site and advised she would supply cost
information tomorrow.
Council Member /Commissioner Lawrence asked if there was anyone present who wished to
speak in opposition.
There being no one else to speak, it was moved by Council Member /Commissioner
Winningham, seconded by Council Member /Commissioner Perkins, and so ordered to close the
hearing.
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RESOLUTION NO. 270
A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THAT CERTAIN AGREEMENT
ENTITLED "DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND
BETWEEN THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF DOWNEY AND LOS ANGELES COMMUNITY DESIGN CENTER"
FOR THE REDEVELOPMENT OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY WITHIN
THE DOWNEY REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA
The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Commissioner Winningham, •
seconded by Commissioner Perkins, and unanimously carried (3 -0) to waive further reading and
adopt.
Prior to the vote, Commissioner Perkins requested the cost to add a second elevator be
reviewed by staff, to which the Council concurred.
Commissioner Lawrence asked if there were standards in senior developments that apply
to the number of housing units before a second elevator is required and was informed these
requirements are in the Building Code and have been met, along with the DDA requirements, in
this project.
RESOLUTION NO. 6266
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
CALIFORNIA APPROVING THE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY BY THE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DOWNEY, AND THAT CERTAIN AGREEMENT ENTITLED "DISPOSITION
AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
DOWNEY AND LOS ANGELES COMMUNITY DESIGN CENTER" FOR
THE REDEVELOPMENT OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY WITHIN THE •-�
DOWNEY REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA
The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Council Member Winningham,
seconded by Council Member Perkins, and unanimously carried (3 -0) to waive further reading and
adopt.
Council Member /Commissioner Lawrence recessed the Community Development Commission
portion of the meeting at 8:10 p.m.
Council Member Lawrence opened the public hearing on APPEAL OF CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT (CUP) #99 - 08 FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 8014 - 18 TELEGRAPH ROAD.
Ms. McDonnell affirmed receipt of the Proof of Publication. It was moved by Council
Member Winningham, seconded by Council Member Perkins, and so ordered to receive and file.
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Mr. Yoshiki advised the appeal for CUP 99 -08 is for on -sale alcohol and entertainment in a
restaurant located at 8014 -18 Telegraph Road zoned C -2 (General Commercial). The restaurant,
formerly known as the Fireside, is approximately 3,300 square feet, and the owner proposes to add an
840 square foot outdoor patio area. Operating hours will be from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m., with
entertainment from 9:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m., which would consist of karaoke, live music with no
dancing, and a game room with darts and pool tables. He narrated a visual program showing aerial
views of the site and surrounding properties, noting the appeal letter is from the property manager of
the apartment complex to the west. He mentioned there was no public testimony in opposition to the
applicant's request at the Planning Commission meeting and the Planning Commission applied
conditions to address some of the concerns raised by the Appellant, Ramco Investment Company. He
advised he received telephone calls today expressing concerns about the project and responded to
comments from the Council.
Council Member Perkins asked if moving the back fence up to six feet is in conformance with
the Downey Municipal Code and was informed it is. He also asked how the apartments were built at
this site and was informed they were built by zone exception.
Council Member Winningham asked staff to explain comments in the Planning Commission
Minutes regarding placing a limit on the CUP of a year or 18 months.
Mr. Yoshiki explained when there is a concern by surrounding property owners of effects from
a particular business, the Commission has the ability to limit the length of time of the activity to
evaluate whether the business is being conducted without impact to adjoining properties. He noted
there were no limits placed on this project because no one spoke in opposition. The Commission felt
that conditions within the CUP allowed them to bring the matter back for further review.
There was no correspondence received on this matter.
Council Member Lawrence asked the Applicant to present his case.
Lorenzo Sallas, 12203 Lewis Avenue, Whittier, advised his intention is to establish a restaurant
serving Mexican food, pizza, and alcohol and providing live entertainment.
Council Member Lawrence asked him if he was in agreement to the conditions placed on the
project at the Planning Commission meeting and the response was yes.
Joseph Dimico, Business Consultant and Real Estate Broker, representing the restaurant
project, noted he reviewed the 22 conditions with Mr. Sallas. He advised that the interior and exterior
of the building will be remodeled at a substantial cost and live entertainment will be helpful in
obtaining the necessary gross sales.
Council Member Winningham referred to the stipulation on the CUP of a one -year review
period and asked if the applicant was in agreement.
Mr. Dimico advised he felt a two -year review period was more in line with an investment of
this magnitude, stating the conditions imposed are very strict.
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Council Member Perkins referred to people wanting to dance when there is karaoke music and
live entertainment and Mr. Dimico responded there is no dancing allowed, which will be enforced. He
also mentioned concern with noise in the patio area and asked Mr. Dimico if he was in agreement to a
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month review period and the response was yes.
Council Member Lawrence referred to the private parties on Sundays and asked if alcohol
would be served and if the applicant understood that the same conditions would also apply to Sunday
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use and the response was yes.
Council Member Lawrence asked if there was anyone who wished to speak in favor of Appeal
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David Bowers, 10620 Dolan Avenue, stated the law in California does not allow smokin g in
bars and felt the outdoor patio area makes good sense at this project.
Council Member Lawrence asked the Appellant to come forward and present his appeal.
John Moncash( ?), 9061 Santa Monica Boulevard, advised his family are the original owners of
the Seville apartment complex next to this project and mentioned he was travelling when the Planning
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Commission hearing took place but forwarded a letter. He referred to the proposed restaurant and
sports bar and submitted photographs showing the proximity of the restaurant parking lot to his
building, which is a distance of six feet eight inches, with over 50 percent of his units facing this
parking lot. He felt that a six foot wall is too short and allowing the restaurant to stay open until 1:00
a.m. with people talking in the parking lot, honking their horns, turning on their headlights, turning
onto Telegraph Road after they have been drinking, will disturb his residents and cause vacancies in
his building. He felt an unarmed, ununiformed guard is unacceptable. He noted the parking lot at this
site has a drainage problem that floods the back of his building and urged the Council to reconsider
this project.
Council Member Lawrence asked if there was anyone else who wished to speak in opposition.
Sergio Alvarado, 8501 Los Coyotes Drive, Buena Park, owner of property at 8521 Loman
Avenue, which abuts the parking lot of this restaurant, advised that he lived on Loman Avenue when a
previous restaurant facility at this site was open and stated there were many problems for residents in
this area. He noted he did not receive notification of the Planning Commission meeting but did receive
notification for tonight's hearing. He was concerned with noise, security, necessity for police response
and nuisance problems, including parking and litter. He felt if problems do occur, he will have
difficulty with his tenant. He mentioned several neighbors on Loman Avenue who also oppose this
project.
Patricia Temez, 8239 Loman Avenue, Associate Minister of the New Living Way Church, next
to the restaurant, mentioned a concern with parking, noting there is no fence between the restaurant
and the Church and with activities in the patio area, noting they have services on Wednesday and
Friday evenings and on Sunday mornings. She mentioned a concern with alcohol consumption and
prior experiences when the previous facility was operating.
Council Member Lawrence asked if the Applicant wished to speak in rebuttal.
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Mr. Dimico referred to the comments of Mr. Moncash( ?), advising he represents Mr. and Mrs.
Giovinetti, who have owned the restaurant property since 1933 and opened the original restaurant. He
stated conditions imposed, such as noise cannot be audible beyond the premises; security guards are
required; and full lighting and a security system are required. He referred to the speaker with property
on Loman Avenue and advised that restaurant customers would have to walk two blocks to get to the
front of his property and felt that people exiting the restaurant would not be heading in that direction.
He mentioned he had talked to the pastor of the church, offering use of the restaurant's parking area
and thought their concerns had been resolved.
It was moved by Council Member Winningham, seconded by Council Member Perkins, and so
ordered to close the hearing.
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
DENYING THE APPEAL AND APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
NO. 99 -08, TO PERMIT ON -SALE ALCOHOL AND ENTERTAINMENT IN A
RESTAURANT FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 8014 -8018
TELEGRAPH ROAD, ZONED C -2 (GENERAL COMMERCIAL)
The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Council Member Winningham,
seconded by Council Member Perkins, with no vote taken, to waive further reading and adopt.
(See additional Council comments below).
Council Member Lawrence requested further discussion, mentioning the following
concerns: The required noise study does not address the outdoor patio area and its effects on the
neighborhood; the types of activities allowed during private parties on Sundays when the
restaurant is closed to the general public, as the site is next to a church; and the close proximity of
the back of the restaurant to the apartment complex. She advised she did not want to vote on this
matter until these concerns are addressed by the Planning Commission.
Council Member Winningham asked if the outdoor patio area could be addressed through a
provision for no speakers or sound system in this area and also by limiting the occupancy and the
response was yes. He also asked if a condition could be set for no liquor sales on Sundays.
Mr. Dimico suggested keeping the restaurant completely closed on Sundays, which would
offer the church the use of the parking lot. He referred to the outdoor patio area, stating the City of
Long Beach uses the terminology open -air patio, consisting of a six -foot wall, covered, with 35
percent being open air. The covering is plastic with mesh to release the smoke. He felt this method
could be followed at this site, which would create no exposure to the street. He also noted there is no
audio in the patio area. He suggested staff check with the City of Long Beach and reminded the
Council of the trucking company in this vicinity that operates 24 -hours a day, with truck noise all night
long.
Council Member Winningham inquired as to what the appellant felt about the conditions
mentioned.
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Mr. Moncash( ?) mentioned the cigarette and cigar smoke outside, noting 50 percent of his
units face this parking lot. He reiterated concerns with noise from people coming and going in the
parking lot, stating a six -foot wall will not block this noise. He noted his units do not face Telegraph
Road and are buffered from the truck noise. He said he was opposed to having a restaurant at this site
but wanted to know that every precaution is taken to mitigate the best situation for both businesses.
Council Member Perkins suggested continuing this matter to the next meeting for review by all
Council Members.
It was moved by Council Member Perkins, seconded by Council Member Winningham, and
unanimously carried (3 -0) to continue the hearing until the June 8, 1999 Council Meeting.
Prior to the vote, Council Member Lawrence asked that staff review noise mitigation measures
for the patio area, noting Sunday closure solves her concern regarding private parties on Sundays.
Council Member Perkins asked that a 24 -month review period be considered and Council
Member Lawrence asked if he would consider an 18 -month review period and he felt 24 months was
reasonable, noting there are measures within the 22 conditions to mitigate problem ate situations.
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ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Leona Reed, 9801 Birchdale Avenue, expressed concerns about people circulating
handbills in residential areas on behalf of retail businesses and mentioned a family member who was
loading items into his van during the time handbills were being distributed and later discovered items
were missing. She contacted the companies who distribute handbills to report this incident and was
advised that they hire subcontractors, who then hire third party workers. She read a list of questions
and suggestions about what she felt should be done regarding handbill distribution.
David Bowers, 10620 Dolan Avenue, corrected remarks he made at a previous Council
Meeting regarding the City's involvement in the FEMA lawsuit.
Wayne Lehman, 8713 Nada Street, distributed pictures and voiced a complaint about a
neighbor's tree dropping leaves year round on his property near the corner of Nada Street and
Tristan Drive.
CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEMS FOR REMOVAL: None
CONSENT CALENDAR
It was moved by Council Member Winningham, seconded by Council Member Perkins, and
unanimously carried (3 -0) to waive further reading of the Resolutions and approve the remainder
of the Consent Calendar as recommended:
COUNCIL MINUTES: ADJOURNED AND REGULAR MEETINGS, MAY 11,
1999: Approve.
CASH CONTRACT NO. 615 — COMMUNITY SERVICE CENTER AND HOUSING
DIVISION OFFICE IMPROVEMENTS, 7830 and 7850 QUILL DRIVE: Approve Plans
and Specifications and grant authority to advertise for bids: Approve.
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WARRANTS ISSUED: NO. 155141 -- 155705, $1,157,008.99: Approve.
APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE FERGUSON
GROUP AND THE CITY OF DOWNEY, LEAD AGENCY FOR THE LACDA
ALLIANCE: Approve the amendment to the agreement for consulting services: Approve.
FIRE COMMUNICATON CENTER APPROPRIATION: Appropriate $223,103 from
the General Fund for the Five City Fire Communication Center: Approve.
AUTHORIZE SOLICITING REQUESTS FOR PROPOSAL FOR GOLF
PROFESSIONAL - MANAGER SERVICES FOR RIO HONDO GOLF COURSE:
Authorize staff to solicit proposal and begin a screening process leading to the selection of a
Golf Professional- Manager for the Rio Hondo Gold Club: Approve.
RESOLUTION NO. 6267 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A GENERAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
WITH THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
RESOLUTION NO. 6268 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
PROHIBITING PARKING ON THE WEST SIDE OF WOODRUFF AVENUE
BEGINNING + 284 FEET SOUTH OF THE CENTERLINE OF STEWART
AND GRAY ROAD, A DISTANCE ± 415 FEET SOUTHERLY, ADJACENT TO
11927 -12007 WOODRUFF AVENUE
RESOLUTION NO. 6269 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR PEDESTRIAN FUNDS FOR FISCAL
YEAR 1998 -99 AUTHORIZED UNDER TRANSPORTATION
DEVELOPMENT ACT ARTICLE 3 (S.B. 821)
ORDINANCES: None
RESOLUTIONS: None
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
BUDGET STUDY SESSION FOR THE 1999 -2000 BUDGET
Mr. Powell requested the Council schedule a Budget Study Session to review the proposed
budget for the next fiscal year.
After Council discussion and concurrence, Council Member Lawrence announced that the
Budget Study Session would be held at 4:00 p.m. on June 8, 1999, prior to the Council Meeting.
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OTHER BUSINESS - Consent Calendar - Items removed by Council Approval
OTHER BUSINESS - Council Members
Council Member Winningham congratulated the Downey High baseball team, which went
through three rounds of CIF playoffs and was unfortunately defeated this afternoon.
Council Member Winningham referenced correspondence expressing a complaint about
hazards for walkers in the area of Lakewood Boulevard between Gallatin Road and Lakewood
Boulevard abutting Tristan Drive. He referred this to Physical Services. .--.
Council Member Winningham referred to correspondence regarding the Independence Park
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Tennis Center with concerns about the courts and restrooms. He asked that Physical Services take a
look at this facility.
Council Member Winningham thanked the Public Works Department for putting the new
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crosswalks in at the Krikorian Theatre.
Council Member Perkins noted attendin g a luncheon with the Rose Float Association at the
Knights of Columbus, which was a very successful event.
Council Member Perkins noted attending a pancake breakfast with the Boy Scouts and they
asked if they could take on a project to install a new flagpole at Apollo Park. He referred this request
to Community Services.
Council Member Lawrence applauded the Annual Keep Downey Beautiful Beautification
Awards held last week, which honored well -kept homes and businesses.
Council Member Lawrence noted during April and May various City organizations honor their
members for volunteer duties, noting the extra volunteer spirit in Downey sets it apart from other
communities.
Council Member Lawrence mentioned the anti program has kept abreast of graffiti
problems and expressed appreciation for staff's attention to this matter.
Council Member Lawrence thanked Council Member Winningham for travelling to
Sacramento to help make sure the Joint Legislative Audit Committee agreed to the City's request for
an audit of the Water Replenishment District.
OTHER BUSINESS - Staff Members
Mr. Caton mentioned that Downey, along with five other cities, will be filing a lawsuit
tomorrow against the Water Replenishment District. He noted that 75 percent of the cost of
pumping water from the ground is a tax imposed on the City and the City is concerned about how this
money is being expended.
Mr. Caton congratulated the Rotary Club on their 75 Anniversary.
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Mr. Caton mentioned being sworn in as a member of the Downey YMCA Board, noting the
YMCA is an outstanding organization within the City.
ADJOURNMENT: 9:17 p.m.
The meeting was adjourned to 4:00 p.m., June 8, 1999, in the Council Chamber of Downey
City Hall.
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