HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 07-27-99 - Regular Meeting MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
JULY 27, 1999
TABLE Qj MINUTE ACTIONS
SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO.
Proclamations re 1999 Parents of the Year in celebration of
National Parents Day, 7/25/99 1
Mayor McCarthy ack. former Mayor of Maywood, Thomas
Martin, & wife 1
Zone Change #99 -28 on property located at 7602 Stewart &
Gray Rd. Cont. to 8/10/99 2
Res. #6287, adopting the findings of the building official to
justify the local amendments to the California Building Standards
Code, Electrical Code, Plumbing Code, Uniform Swimming
Pool, Spa & Hot Tub Code, Mechanical Code, Uniform Housing
Code & Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Bldgs. Adopted 4
Ord. #1065, amending the DMC by adopt. the 1998 Edition
of the Calif. Building Code Adopted 4
Ord. #1066, amending the DMC by adopt. the 1998 Edition
of the Calif. Electrical Code Adopted 4
Ord. 41067, amending the DMC by adopt. the 1998 Edition
of the Calif. Mechanical Code Adopted 4
Ord. #1068, amending the DMC by adopt. the 1998 Edition
of the Calif. Plumbing Code & Uniform Swimming Pool, Spa
& Hot Tub Code Adopted 4
Ord. #1069, amending the DMC by adopt. the 1997 Edition
of the Uniform Housing Code Adopted . 4
Ord. #1070, amending the DMC by adopt. the 1997 Edition
of the Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Bldgs. Adopted 4
Res. #6288, approv. a shared -use parking agreement (MSC
#99 -32) between the property owner of 8221 Third St. &
First Christian Church of Downey Adopted 5
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TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTINUED)
SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO.
Lot Cleaning & Nuisance Abatement program: Remove
property at 13239 Eastbrook Av. fro i the list, deny the
remaining protest & affirm the assessments Approved 6
Council Minutes: Adj. & Reg. Mtgs. 7/13/99 Approved 6
Warrants Issued: 1 — 274, $1,513,896.84 Approved 6
Req. for Study Session to discuss preliminary Downtown Set for 5:00 p.m.
improvement strategy 8/10/99 6
Annual proj. summary for expenditure of Prop. A &
Prop. C local return funds: Approve the Annual Project
Summary & auth. staff to transmit dons. to the L.A.
Metropolitan Transportation Authority Approved 7
CDBG subrecipient agreement with the ARC of S.E.
L. A. County providing $10,000 in CDBG funds Approved 7
CDBG subrecipient agreement with So. Calif Rehabilitation
Services, Inc. allocating $5,000 in CDBG funds Approved 7
CDBG subrecipient agreement with the Downey Unified
School District providing $21,300 in CDBG funds Approved 7
Fair Housing Program contract with the Fair Housing
Foundation: Approve contract in amount of $13, )00 Approved 7
Chamber of Commerce agreement Approved 7
Contract wfRichard Robinson & Assoc., Inc. for water -
related support services in Sacramento Approved 7
Res. #6289, amending the City's Nondisposal Facility
Element in accordance with the Calif Integrated Waste
Management Act of 1989 Adopted 7
Ord. amending DMC pertaining to misc. parking regulations Cont. to 8/10/99 8
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TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTINUED)
SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO.
Proposal for Economic Consulting Services to conduct
a feasibility study for a space museum at the NASA site Approved 8
Steven Strowski re the Council's decision on his prior
req. to postpone the abatement assessment at his residence 8
Mary Rios, thanked the Council for cont. support of
So. Calif. Rehabilitation Services & invited the Council to
the agency's 20 years of success celebration on 10/21/99 8
Transfer of Solid Waste Franchise from Calsan, Inc. to
CalMet Services, Inc.: Tentatively approve the draft Reso. -
approv. the transfer of the City's solid waste franchise
agreements, direct the City Mgr. to complete the necessary
review & bring the Reso. bade for final action Approved 9
Census "Complete Count Committee ": Form a committee Approved as
amended 9
City Council Committee Assignments 1999/2000 Approved 10
Cn. Lawrence ack. presence of new Chamber of Commerce
President & thanked him for letter supporting & opposing
various legislation affecting the City 10
Mayor McCarthy mentioned awards ceremony where the
Fire Dept. received the Higgins - Langley Memorial Award for
their participation in Swift Water Rescue 10
Mayor McCarthy referred to an incorrect news report regarding
a recent collision at Florence Av. & Tweedy Ln. 10
Mayor McCarthy mentioned participating in the annual
dinner of the Sister Cities Assoc. on 6/23/99 10
Mayor McCarthy announced the City received a $100,000
check from the State, presented at an event at th aquatic center 10
Mayor McCarthy mentioned comments received about citations
for additional concrete added to driveways 10
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TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTINUED)
SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO.
Mayor McCarthy thanked the Chamber of Commerce President •
for attending the meeting & for the fine job the Chamber does
representing the City 10
Meeting adjourned to 5:00 p.m., August 10, 1999, for a Study
Session regarding the improvement strategy for Downtown 10
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MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
JULY 27, 1999
The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 7 :32 p.m., July 27, 1999, in the
Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, Mayor Keith McCarthy presiding.
PRESENT: Council Members:
Keith McCarthy Mayor
Joyce L. Lawrence Mayor Pro Tem
Meredith H. Perkins
ABSENT: Robert C. Winningham
Gary P. McCaughan, M.D.
ALSO PRESENT Lee Powell, Assistant City Manager
Charles Vose, City Attorney
Judith McDonnell, City Clerk- Treasurer
Lee Po well, Assistant City Manager
Desi Alvarez, Director of Public Works
Ron Irwin, Fire Chief
James Jarrett, Director of Community Services
Darrell George, Director of Community/Economic Development
Lowell Williams, Director of Finance
John Finch, Police Captain
Christina Garcia, Special Projects Coordinator
Linda Haines, Building Official
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
PRESENTATIONS
Mayor McCarthy presented to Cliff and Shirley Brand, Dan and Shirley Marshman and James and
Carmen Starr a Proclamation declaring them as 1999 Parents of the Year in celebration of National
Parents Day, July 25, 1999. (Recipients Larry and Sandra Goodman were not in attendance).
Katrine McCarthy, Coordinator of the Parents of the Year award, thanked the Mayor and Council
for providing the opportunity to recognize these parents. She read a special certificate from the office of
Congressman Horn honoring the parents and thanked the Downey Civic Light Opera for inviting the
parents as guests of honor to their next performance in Octo' er and to local restaurants, Acapulco, La
Barca and Olive Garden for inviting the parents to a complimentary dinner at their facility.
Mayor McCarthy acknowledged former Mayor of Maywood, Thomas Martin, and his wife
Georgina, in the audience.
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HEARINGS
Mayor McCarthy requested Council concurrence to continue Agenda item, IV -B, ZONE
CHANGE NO. 99 -28 FOR PROPERTY AT 7602 STEWART & GRAY ROAD. (This item was
taken out of Agenda order).
Mr. Vose advised that Item IV -B, a public hearing, would require opening the hearing, taking
public testimony from anyone who might not be able to attend the continued meeting, and continuing the
matter from that point.
Mayor McCarthy, at this time, opened the public hearing on ZONE CHANGE NO. 99-28 — A
REQUEST FOR A ZONE CHANGE FROM R -1 (SINGLE - FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) TO R -3 -0
(MULTI - FAMILY RESIDENTIAL OWNERSHIP) FOR PROPERTY AT 7602 STEWART &
GRAY ROAD. (Applicant, Lawrence Hooper, Virginia Hooper Trust, and Ray Levert).
Ms. McDonnell affirmed receipt of the Proof of Publication. It was moved by Council Member
Lawrence, seconded by Council Member Perkins, and so ordered to receive.and file.
There was no correspondence received on this matter.
Mayor McCarthy asked if there was anyonF present to speak in favor or in opposition of this
matter?
Mustaf Elcheri( ?), 7611 Nada Street, concurred with the Council's continuance of this matter.
There being no one else to speak, it was moved by Council Member Lawrence, seconded by
Council Member Perkins, and unanimously carried (3 -0) to continue the public hearing to
7:30 p.m., August 10, 1999.
Mayor McCaughan opened the public hearing on ADOPTION OF THE 1998 CALIFORNIA
BUILDING, ELECTRICAL, MECHANICAL, AND PLUMBING CODES, AND THE 1997
EDITIONS OF THE UNIFORM SWIMMING POOL, SPA AND HOT TUB CODE, THE
UNIFORM HOUSING CODE AND TN E UNIFORM CODE FOR ABATEMENT OF
DANGEROUS BUILDINGS.
Ms. McDonnell affirmed receipt of the Proof of Publication. It was moved by Council Member
Lawrence, seconded by Council Member Perkins, and so ordered to receive and file.
Ms. Haines requested the Council's approval of adopting the 1998 California Building Codes,
with amendments, which include the 1997 Editions of the Building, Plumbing and Mechanical Codes, the
1996 Edition of the National Electrical Code, the 1997 Swimming Pool, Spa and Hot Tub Code, the
1997 Housing Code and the 1997 Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings. She explained that
the Codes have been adopted by the State effective July 1, 1999, noting each jurisdiction has the ability to
amend or modify the Codes, using local climatic, geographic or topographic conditions to justify any
changes. A Resolution must then be approved by the Counci to insure that amendments and
modifications are enforceable. She reviewed the proposed amendments.
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There being no one to speak in favor or in opposition to the proposed Code amendments, it was
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moved by Council Member Lawrence, seconded by Council Member Perkins, and so ordered to close the
hearing.
There was no correspondence received on this matter.
RESOLUTION NO. 6287
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
ADOPTING THE FINDINGS OF THE BUILDING OFFICIAL TO JUSTIFY THE
•--• LOCAL AMENDMENTS TO THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS
CODE, THE CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE, THE CALIFORNIA
PLUMBING CODE, THE UNIFORM SWIMMING POOL, SPA AND HOT TUB
CODE, THE CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE, THE UNIFORM HOUSING
CODE AND THE CODE FOR THE ABATEMENT OF DANGEROUS
BUILDINGS FOR CLIMATIC, GEOGRAPHICAL OR TOPOGRAPHICAL
REASONS
ORDINANCE NO. 1065
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY,
AMENDING ARTICLE VIII OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE (DMC) BY
ADOPTING THE 1998 EOITION OF THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE, BY
REPEALING CHAPTERS 1 THROUGH 7 OF THE DMC, BY RENAMING
CHAPTERS 1 THROUGH 6 OF THE DMC AND BY AMENDING SAID
CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE
ORDINANCE NO. 1066
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY,
AMENDING ARTICLE VIII OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE (DMC) BY
ADOPTING THE 1998 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE,
BY REPEALING CHAPTERS 1 TH ROUGH 7 OF THE DMC, BY RENAMING
CHAPTERS 1 THROUGH 6 OF THE DMC AND BY AMENDING SAID
CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE
ORDINANCE NO. 1067
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY,
AMENDING ARTICLE VIII OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE (DMC) BY
ADOPTING THE 1998 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE,
BY REPEALING CHAPTERS 1 TT! ROUGH 7 OF THE DMC, BY RENAMING
CHAPTERS 1 THROUGH 6 OF THE DMC AND BY AMENDING SAID
CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE
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ORDINANCE NO. 1068
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY,
AMENDING ARTICLE VIII OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE (DMC) BY
ADOPTING THE 1998 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE,
AND THE UNIFORM SWIMMING POOL, SPA AND HOT TUB CODE, BY
REPEALING CHAPTERS 1 THROUGH 7 OF THE DMC, BY RENAMING
CHAPTERS 1 THROUGH 6 OF THE DMC AND BY AMENDING SAID
CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE AND THE UNIFORM SWIMMING POOL,
SPA AND HOT TUB CODE
ORDINANCE NO. 1069
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY,
AMENDING ARTICLE VIII OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE (DMC) BY
ADOPTING THE 1997 EDITION OF THE UNIFORM HOUSING CODE, BY
REPEALING CHAPTERS 1 THROUGH 7 OF THE DMC, BY RENAMING
CHAPTERS 1 THROUGH 6 OF THE DMC~ AND BY AMENDING SAID
UNIFORM HOUSING CODE
ORDINANCE NO. 1070
AN ORDINANCE OF TI El; CITY CCUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY,
AMENDING ARTICLE VIII OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE (DMC) BY
ADOPTING THE 1997 EDITION OF THE UNIFORM CODE FOR THE
ABATEMENT OF DANGEROUS BUILDINGS, BY REPEALING CHAPTERS 1
THROUGH 7 OF THE DMC, BY RENAMING CHAPTERS 1 THROUGH 6 OF
THE DMC AND BY AMENDING SAID UNIFORM CODE FOR THE
ABATEMENT OF DANGEROUS BUILDINGS
The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Council Member Lawrence,
seconded by Council Member Perkins, and unanimously carried (3 -0) to waive further reading of
the Resolution and adopt the Resolution and accompanying Ordinances.
Mayor McCarthy opened the public hearing on MSC NO. 99 - 32 -- A PROPOSED
SHARED -USE PARKING AGREEMENT BETWEEN RETAIL USES AT 8221 THIRD
STREET, SUITES 101 & 111, (Owner, Tony Bral) AND 'TIE PROPERTY AT 10909 NEW
STREET (Owner, First Christian Church of Downey).
Ms. McDonnell affirmed receipt of the Proof of Publication. It was moved by Council
Member Lawrence, seconded by Council Member Perkins, and so ordered to receive and file.
Mr. Yoshiki explained this matter involves the sharing of two parking lots on two properties.
He narrated a visual program depicting the properties involved, advising that the owner of 8221
Third Street would like to establish retail uses on the first floor of his building but there is a
deficiency of approximately three parking spaces for the chansle to retail. He noted both properties
are willing to enter into an agreement for the additional parking spaces required.
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Council Member Perkins was glad to see retail moving into the downtown area and was in
favor of the agreement between the parties involved.
There was no correspondence received on this matter.
Mayor McCarthy asked if the applicant or his representative wished to come forward and
present their comments.
Jay Elsworth, 12216 Marbel Avenue, owner of the proposed retail use in Suite 101, 8221
Third Street, noted his use will be a coffee shop of a quality similar to Starbucks, which he felt
should attract the business people in the community as well as theatre goers.
There being no one else to speak, it was moved by Council Member Lawrence, seconded by
Council Member Perkins, and so ordered to close the hearing.
RESOLUTION NO. 6288
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING A SHARED -USE PARKING AGREEMENT (MSC #99 -32)
BETWEEN TONY BRAL, PROPERTY OWNER OF 8221 THIRD STREET
(SPECIFICALLY SUITES 101 & 111) AND THE FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH
OF DOWNEY, PROPERTY OWNER OF 10909 NEW STREET IN THE C -3
(CENTRAL BUSINESS L'ISTRICT) LONE
The '~resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Council Member Perkins, seconded
by Council Member Lawrence, and unanimously carried (3 -0) to waive further reading and adopt.
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Mayor McCarthy opened the public hearing on LOT CLEANING AND NUISANCE
ABATEMENT PROGRAM.
Ms. McDonnell affirmed the Proof of Publication and Affidavit of Mailing. It was moved by
Council Member Lawrence, seconded by Council Member Perkins, and so ordered to receive and
file.
Mr. Alvarez noted that Chapter II, Article V, of the Downey Municipal Code p rovides the
framework for the abatement of conditions on private property that create a public nuisance. The
owner of the private property is advised of the nuisance condition and is asked to clean it up. If the
owner does not correct the situation, a follow up letter is sent stating the City will perform the work
and will assess the property owner for the costs incurred by the City to perform this work. Thirty -
three property owners were notified this year and nine failed to take corrective actions. He advised
that two protests were received; one from the daughter of Ms. Emma Patterson, 13239 Eastbrook
Avenue; and one from Mr. George McGill, owner of 9702 Parrot Avenue, which is tenant occupied.
Mayor McCarthy asked if anyone present wished to speak in protest to the lot cleaning
assessments.
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Steven Strowski, the tenant at 9702 Parrot Avenue, requested detailed information regarding
the assessment against this property ar.d advised he would be filing a court action to remedy this
matter. He felt it was a Constitutional violation and requested the Council dismiss the matter or
postpone their decision for foi'r weeks to await the outcome of his court action.
Gail Patterson, 13239 Eastbrook Avenue, discussed the board -up of her mother's home,
which she claimed was done without any written or posted notification. She requested the City
disregard the assessment and lien and responded to comments from the Council.
Council Member Perkins inquired if notification letters are sent via registered mail and the
response was that they are forwarded via first -class mail. He also referred to the extent of vandalism
at the property located at 13239 Eastbrook Avenue and was advised that windows were broken and
reports had been received that youths were entering the property. He asked if staff had checked to
see if utility bills were being paid at this residence and was informed the information was not
available at this time and would be provided.
Council Member Perkins asked to have pictures or more evidence of the damage at 13239
Eastbook Avenue before voting on this particular assessment.
Council Member Lawrence felt that procedures wh-zreby staff check to see if utilities are still
being paid should be part of the process before boarding up a property. She also suggested that
notification letters be sent out via certified or registered mail.
Mr. Powell advised that staff will review the situation at 13239 Eastbrook Avenue and advise
the Council. He recommended eliminating the assessment fo ~. this property from the list and
approving the remaining assessments.
It was moved by Council Member Perkins, seconded by Council Member Lawrence, and
unanimously carried (3 - to remove the property at 13239 Eastbrook Avenue from the
assessment list, deny the remaining protest, and affirm the assessments on properties that
have been cleaned by the City during the fiscal year 1998 -99.
CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEMS FOR REMOVAL: None
CONSENT CALENDAR
It was moved by Council Member Lawrence, seconded by Council Member Perkins, and
unanimously carried (3--0) to waive further reading of the Resolution and approve the remainder of
the Consent Calendar as recommended:
COUNCIL MINUTES: ADJOURNED AND REGULAR MEETINGS, JULY 27, 1999:
Approve.
WARRANTS ISSUED: NO. 1- 274, $1,513,896.84: Approve.
REQUEST FOR STUDY SESSION TO DISCUSS PRELIMINARY DOWNTOWN
IMPROVEMENT STRATEGY: Set study session for 5:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 10, 1999, in
the Council Chamber of Downey City Hall.
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ANNUAL PROJECT SUMMARY FOR EXPENDITURE OF PROPOSITION A AND
PROPOSITION C LOCAL RETURN FUNDS: Approve the Annual Project Summary and
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authorize staff to transmit documents to fix. Los Angeles Metropolitan Transportation Authority:
Approve.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENT
(CDBG) WITH THE ASSOCIATION OF RETARDED CITIZENS (ARC) OF
SOUTHEAST LOS ANGELES COUNTY: Approve an Agreement with the ARC of
Southeast Los Angeles County providing $10,000 in 1999 -2000 CDBG funds for independent
living services available to persons with developmental and learning disabilities: Approve.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) SUBRECIPIENT
AGREEMENT WITH SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REHABILITATION SERVICES,
INC.: Approve agreement which allocates $5,000 in CDBG funds for independent living support
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services for disabled and elderly persons: Approve.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) SUBRECIPIENT
AGREEMENT WITH THE DOWNEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT: Approve the
agreement providing $21,300 in 1999 -2000 CDBG funds for a counseling program targeting "at-
risk" youth: Approve.
FAIR HOUSING PROGRAM CONTRACT WITH THE FAIR HOUSING
FOUNDATION (FHF): Approve a contract with the FHF in the amount of $13,000 to provide
fair housing services during fiscal year 1999 -2000: Approve.
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AGREEMENT: Approve.
CONTRACT WITH RICHA :RD ROBIN SON & ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR WATER
RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES IN SACRAMENTO: Authorize a contract in the amount
of $6.000: Approve.
RESOLUTION NO. 6289 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
AMENDING THE CITY'S NONDISPOSAL FACILITY ELEMENT IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE CALIFORNIA INTEGRATED WASTE
MANAGEMENT ACT OF 1989
ORDINANCES
ORDINANCE AMENDING DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 3185
MISCELLANEOUS PARKING REGULATIONS (For continuity of reporting, this item was placed
in Agenda order).
Mayor McCarthy requested Council concurrence to continue this matter to the next Council
Meeting.
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It was moved by Council Member Lawrence, seconded by Council Member Perkins, and
unanimously carried (3 - to continue this item tr the Council Meeting of August 10, 1999.
RESOLUTIONS: None .
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
PROPOSAL FOR ECOoTOMIC CONSULTING SERVICES (ECS)TO CONDUCT A
FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR A SPACE MUSEUM AT THE NASA SITE
Ms. Garcia mentioned the historical role the NASA site has played in space exploration, noting �--.
the City recently entered into a contract with ECS to conduct a preliminary study for a space museum
and visitor's center. ECS is a consulting firm in the field of economic planning. Their specialties are
recreation and leisure activity attractions and they have detailed experience with the assessment of
publicly and privately sponsored museums and historical attractions. She reviewed the scope of work,
noting Phase II, a detailed feasibility study, is being submitted tonight. If the results of the study indicate
a potential for a successful, financially self- sustaining operation of a museum at the site, ECS will round
out their scope of work with an overview of project operations and financing. She clarified that the
appropriation ro riation of $57,600 is for the scope of work for Phase II and does not include travel expenses. She
reviewed the qualifications of the ECS team, noting, for this assignment, two retired NASA officials will
augment ECS's services, Ed Buckbee and Charles Biggs.
Council Member Lawrence mentioned she was in favor of this study, noting she would like to
know which of the past projects undertaken by ECS are freestanding in an area where there is no longer
any scientific campus or activity.
Mayor McCarthy inquired as to the approximate travel costs mentioned and was informed it is
estimated they would be approximately $3,000.
y.'. was moved by Council Meir'ler Lawren e, seconde.11 by Council Member Perkins, and
unanirttously carried (3 - to approve an Agreement with Economic Consulting Services (ECS) in
the amount of $57,600 for a Feasibility Study for a space museum at the NASA site. . — .
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Steven Strowski, 9702 Parrot Avenue, requested the Council's decision on his request to
postpone the abatement assessment on this property for three or four weeks and was informed the
request was denied along with the appeal of the assessment.
Mary Rios, 11518 Adco Avenue, Program Manager for Southern California Rehabilitation
Services, thanked the Council and staff for their continued support of this agency, noting they will
celebrate 20 years of success on October 21, 1999 and would like to make a presentation to the City at
the ceremony. She stated formal invitations would be forwarded at a later date.
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ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS (Cont.)
TRANSFER OF SOLID WASTE FRANCHISE FROM CALSAN, INC. TO CALMET
SERVICES, INC.
Mr. Powell explained that Calsan is contemplating a merger with another independent trash
collector in this area, forming a new company called CalMet Services, Inc. Calsan currently operates erates in
the City under two franchise agreements; one concerns the collection of trash in the residential areas; the
other is for the commercial areas. These contracts run through December 31, 2005. Under these
agreements, Calsan must request the permission of the Council if it wishes to transfer its agreements to a
new party. The franchise agreement would be transferred to the new company, CalMet Services, Inc.
Staff has reviewed the proposal and has drafted a Resolution, which is the format staff recommends be
taken, if the Council wishes to approve the transfer of the franchise agreements from Calsan to CalMet
Services, Inc. Staff is requesting the Council review the content of the Resolution and direct staff to
complete the necessary review to insure that the p ;-oposed principals of this new company have the
capability to comply with the provisions of the City's solid waste agreements. Once complete, staff
would bring the drafted Resolution back to the Council for their decision. He responded to comments
from the Council, noting the current agreement, which provides for annual adjustments in trash rates,
would remain in force, and mentioned the Material Recovery Facility (MRF) is not a art of this rY Y process
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and would remain with its current owner.
Richard Hath, General Counsel for Calsan, advised they have been working with staff and
concurred with Mr. Powell's report. He reviewed the principals of the new operation and noted the
company will operate out of the present yard in Downey. He noted the waste that is going to DART will
remain the same. He stated it would basically be business as usual with the combining of two companies
who have been in the area for many years. He noted a presentation would be made at the next meeting
with the principals in attendance to answer any questions.
It was moved by Council Member Perkins, seconded by Council Member Lawrence, and
unanimously carried to tentatively approve the draft Resolution approving the transfer of the City's
solid waste franchise agreements from Calsan, Inc. to CalMet Services, Inc. and direct the City
Manager to complete the necessary review to insure that the proposed principals of CalMet
Services have the capability to comply with the provisions of the City's solid waste agreements and
bring back the Resolution for final action by the City Council.
CENSUS "COMPLETE COUNT COMMITTEE"
Mr. Yoshiki explained staff is requesting the Council's direction to form a Census Committee,
noting the significance of having an accurate census, which caa affect Federal and State dollars that the
City obtains. In the past, there have b;len concern regarding accuracy and staff would like to minimize
the undercount.
It was moved by Coui'cil Member Lawrence, seconded by Council Member Perkins, and
unanimously carried (3 - to form a Census Complete Count Committee, adding the additional
resources of precinct workers and health care providers other than time listed.
OTHER BUSINESS - Consent Calendar Items reinov d b_y Council Approval: None
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CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE ASS GNM N S 1999/2000
It was moved by Council Member Lawrence, seconded by Council Member Perkins, and
unanimously carried (3 - to approve the City Council Committee Assignments for 1999/2000.
Council Member Lawrence acknowledged the presence of the new Chamber of Commerce
President and thanked him for his letter supporting and opposing various legislation affecting the City.
Mayor McCarthy mentioned attending an awards ceremony at the Hall of Supervisors where the
Downey Fire Department received the Higgins Langley Memorial Award for its participation in
Swift Water Rescue efforts and congratulated the Fire Department for its role.
Mayor McCarthy referred to a recent new:. report stating a collision at Florence Avenue and
Tweedy Lane was caused by a Police pursuit, which he noted was not the case. It was reckless driving
by thieves. . •
Mayor McCarthy mentioned participating in the annual dinner of the Sister Cities Association
on June 23r during which the City received a plaque in honor of its continued support of this program.
Mayor McCarthy announced the City received a $100,000 check from the State government,
with the help of Assemblywoman Sally Havice, which was presented at an event at the aquatic center last
week.
Mayor McCarthy mentioned receiving comments from his neighbors about citations received for
additional concrete added to their driveways, which in some cases was poured over ten years ago. He
asked staff to explore this matter.
Mayor McCarthy thanked John Lacey, Chamber of Commerce President, for attending the
meeting tonight. He noted funding was approved in the budget for the Chamber of Commerce and
thanked the Chamber for the fine job they do in representing the City.
OTHER BUSINESS Staff Members: None
ADJOURNMENT: 8:55 p.m.
The meeting was adjourned to 5:00 p.m., August 10, 1999, in the Council Chamber of Downey
City Hall, for a Study Session regarding the improvement str; egy for the Downtown area.
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