HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 01-10-95 - Regular Meeting MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
JANUARY 10, 1995
TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS
SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO.
Certificates of Appreciation 1
Ord. #992 amending Downey Municipal Code re adoption
of the Uniform Fire Code, 1991 Edition & Amendments Adopted 2
Public Hearing on Zone Change #94 -35, changing zone of
properties located at 7829, 7841, 7845 & 7871 Stewart &
Gray Rd. to R -3 (Multiple - Family Residential) Hrg. cont. to 1/24/95 2
Council Minutes: Adj. & Regular Meetings, 12/13/94;
Special Called Meeting, 1/4/95 Approved 2
Cash Contract #595 - Tennis Court Resurfacing at Furman
& Independence Parks: Accept work completed & mainten-
ance responsibility therefor Approved 2
Cash Contract #593 - Underground Storage Tanks Replace-
ment /Remediation: Approve plans & specifications; grant
authority to advertise for bids; and approve additional
work performed by consultant Approved 2
Cash Contract #590 - South City Feeder, Phase IV,
Water Transmission Main, Woodruff Ave.: Accept
improvements completed, approve extra work in the
amount of $18,912.44, & accept maintenance r e s p o n s i -
b i l i t y of same Approved 3
Cash Contract #589 - Water valve Replacement, Phase I:
Approve plans and specifications & authorize Dept. of
Public Works to advertise for bids to replace defective
valves on original water transmission mains Approved 3
Warrants Issued: #106112 - 107000 Approved 3
Operating Budgets for HOME Program Funds: Approve
three new Operating Budgets for Programs funded with
HOME Investment Partnership Program Funds Approved 3
Approval of Amendments to I -5 Consortium Cities Joint
Powers Authority Agreement Approved 3
Set Joint Public Hearing with Community Development
Commission for proposed sale of property located at
11027 Le Floss Ave. to Habitat for Humanity Hrg. set 1/24/95 3
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COUNCIL MINUTES, JANUARY 10, 1995
TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTINUED)
SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO.
Res. #5850, approving appointment of Dianne Lumsdaine
to Cable T.U. Citizens Advisory Committee, District 4 Adopted 3
Res. #5851, approving Application for Grant Funds from
Used Oil Recycling Block Grant - Third Cycle for Used
Oil and National Pollution Discharge Elimination System
Education & Public Awareness and the continuation of the
93/94 Block and Opportunity Grants Adopted 3
Res. #5852 granting one -time payment to specified
employees Adopted 3
Ord. amending Downey Municipal Code relative to the
enforcement of the Ordinances of the City of Downey
and the Downey Municipal Code Introduced 4
Ord. amending Downey Municipal Code re designating
certain violations as infractions Removed 4
Ord. approving Lease between City of Downey and Downey
Rose Float Association for property located at Wilder-
ness Park in the City of Downey Introduced 5
Res. approving form of City's Solid Waste Agreement
between Collectors & the City Removed 5
Proposed Homebuyer Assistance Program: Approve
Program & authorize Mayor to execute contract with
U.S. Escrow, Inc. to provide loan processing &
consultant services Approved 7
Continuation of DowneyLINK Fixed Route Transit System
with inclusion of "Tripper Service" & retention of
Mayflower Contract Services, Inc. for additional
two years Approved 8
Police Facility Needs Assessment: Authorize the
Police Dept. to enter into a contract with Leach
Mounce Architects to complete said Assessment Approved 9
Ord. amending Downey Municipal Code re Solid Waste
Collection Introduced as amended 9
Cn. Lawrence thanked Public Works & Fire Depts. for
keeping City safe during recent rain storms 9
Cn. Lawrence re placing on future agenda possibility
of City establishing display booth at June 3rd
Street Faire to revitalize interest in and receive
public input for downtown area 9
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COUNCIL MINUTES, JANUARY 10, 1995
TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTINUED)
SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO.
Cn. McCaughan re need for removal of Christmas Trees
remaining in public right -of -way, citing area of 7th St.
between Downey Ave. & Paramount Blvd. 9
Cn. McCaughan re complaints received about new trash
separation barrels not having lids or drainage holes 9
Cn. McCaughan cited graffiti on train control boxes &
masonry walls at railroad crossings on Brookshire &
Downey Avenues 9
Cn. McCaughan requested feedback on condition of
City's storm drains 10
Cn. Boggs requested staff review of lack of available
parking for Chamber staff provided under City's lease
with Chamber of Commerce 10
Cn. Boggs noted request by Chamber of Commerce to use
vacant City lot at Third and New Streets during Street
Faire for carnival 10
Cn. Boggs requested staff conduct survey of cities used
for employee compensation comparisons to collect
information regarding Council reimbursement 10
Cn. Boggs requested placing on next agenda consideration
of date for next Mayoral Transition Ceremony 10
Joel Angeles introduced himself as representing
Assemblyman Phil Hawkins 10
Mr. Caton thanked Council on behalf of Management &
Miscellaneous employees for approving one -time
payment to specified employees 10
Mr. Redmayne discussed flood control activities undertaken
by Public Works staff during recent storms 10
Chief Irwin commented on Fire Department activities
during rainstorms 10
Mr. Jarrett noted storm affects on Golf Course 10
Adjourned in Memory of Mildred Jennings, wife of former
Mayor /Council Member Richard Jennings 10
Meeting adjourned to 6:30 p.m., January 24, 1995 10
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MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
JANUARY 10, 1995
The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at
7:40 p.m., January 10, 1995, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall,
Mayor Barbara J. Riley presiding.
PRESENT: Council Members:
Barbara J. Riley, Mayor
Gary P. McCaughan, M.D., Mayor Pro Tem
Joyce L. Lawrence
Diane P. Boggs
Robert S. Brazelton
ALSO PRESENT: Gerald M. Caton, City Manager
Cheryl J. Kane, City Attorney
Judith McDonnell, City Clerk
Lee Powell, Assistant City Manager
Greg Caldwell, Police Chief
Ron Irwin, Fire Chief
Art Rangel, Dir. of Economic & Community Development
Jim Jarrett, Director of Community Services
Richard Redmayne, Director of Public Works
Lowell Williams, Director of Finance
Ron Yoshiki, Asst. Comm. Dev. Director /City Planner
Robert Brace, City Engineer
John Finch, Police Captain
Bob Gallagher, Building Official
Mark Morris, Housing Planner
Bob Rowe, Deputy Fire Marshal
Ed Velasco, Housing Manager
Cindi Lee, Executive Secretary
PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Riley presented Certificates of Appreciation in honor of the Downey
Jaycees recent 2nd Annual Mervyn's Christmas Shopping Spree to Kim Van Matta,
Store Manager, and Doug Briscoe, Downey Jaycees President.
In addition, Mayor Riley acknowledged the Ki wani s Shopping Spree at J.C.
Penney Department Store and the Rotary Luncheon, which also benefit children
and are very much appreciated.
HEARINGS
Mayor Riley opened the public hearing on UNIFORM FIRE CODE, 1991 EDITION
AND AMENDMENTS, which was continued from the meeting of December 13, 1994.
Fire Marshal Rowe summarized the staff report, noting the proposed
Ordinance contains clean -up language for existing specific local conditions,
and basic Uniform Fire Code Section numbering changes. He explained there were
no significant text modifications proposed in the Ordinance.
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There was no correspondence received on this matter.
Mayor Riley asked if there was anyone present wishing to speak regarding
the proposed Uniform Fire Code, and no one approached the podium.
It was moved by Council Member Boggs, seconded by Council Member Lawrence,
and so ordered to close the public hearing.
ORDINANCE NO. 992
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY REPEALING
__ SECTIONS 3300, 3305 THROUGH 3308, 3314 THROUGH 3316, 3318, 3321 THROUGH
3324, 3331, 3333, 3334, 3344 THROUGH 3349.1, 3351, 3353, 3354, 3356, 3357
3359, 3360, 3364, 3365, 3368 THROUGH 3372 OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE,
AMENDING 3317, 3319, 3325 THROUGH 3330, 3332, 3355, 3363, 3367, 34O4(a)
AND ADDING SECTIONS 3300, 3307, 3318, 3321, 3322, 3368 ADOPTING THE
UNIFORM FIRE CODE AND UNIFORM FIRE CODE STANDARDS, 1991 EDITION OF
THE INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE OF BUILDING OFFICIALS AND WESTERN
FIRE CHIEFS ASSOCIATION AND PROVIDING FOR ADDITIONS,
DELETIONS AND AMENDMENTS TO SAID CODE
The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Council Member
Lawrence, seconded by Council Member Boggs, and unanimously carried to waive
further reading and adopt.
Mayor Riley opened the public hearing on ZONE CHANGE NO. 94 -35, A REQUEST
TO CHANGE THE ZONE FROM R -1 (SINGLE - FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) TO R -3 (MULTIPLE - FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL) FOR PROPERTIES AT 7829, 7841, 7845 AND 7871 STEWART & GRAY ROAD.
Mayor Riley advised that staff is recommending this matter be continued to
the next meeting.
There being no objections, it was moved by Council Member Boggs, seconded
by Council Member Brazelton, and unanimously carried to continue the public
hearing on Zone Change No. 94 -35 to 7:30 p.m., January 24, 1995 in the Council
Chamber of the Downey City Hall.
CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEMS FOR REMOVAL: None.
CONSENT CALENDAR
It was moved by Council Member McCaughan, seconded by Council Member
Brazelton, and unanimously carried to waive further reading of the Resolutions
and approve the Consent Calendar as recommended (Council Member McCaughan
abstaining on the Minutes of Special Called Meeting, January 4, 1995):
COUNCIL MINUTES: ADJOURNED AND REGULAR MEETINGS, DECEMBER 13, 1994;
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING, JANUARY 4, 1995: Approve.
CASH CONTRACT NO. 595 - TENNIS COURT RESURFACING AT FURMAN AND
INDEPENDENCE PARKS: Accept tennis court resurfacing work completed and
maintenance responsibility therefor (Account No. 40- 17194): Approve.
CASH CONTRACT NO. 593 - UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANKS REPLACEMENT/
REMEDIATION: Approve plans and specifications and grant authority to advertise
for bids; and approve additional work performed by consultant: Approve.
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CASH CONTRACT NO. 590 - SOUTH CITY FEEDER, PHASE IV, WATER TRANSMISSION
MAIN - WOODRUFF AVENUE: Accept the improvements completed; approve extra work
in the amount of $18,912.44; and accept the responsibility for maintenance of
same: Approve.
CASH CONTRACT NO. 589 - WATER VALVE REPLACEMENT, PHASE I: App rove plans
and specifications and authorize the Department of Public Works to advertise
for bids to replace defective valves on the original water transmission
mains: Approve.
WARRANTS ISSUED: NO. 106112 - 107000, $2,364,115.77. Approve
OPERATING BUDGETS FOR HOME PROGRAM FUNDS: Approve three new operating
budgets for Programs funded with HOME Investment Partnership Program Funds:
Approve.
APPROVAL OF AMENDMENTS TO THE 1-5 CONSORTIUM CITIES JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY
AGREEMENT: Approve.
SET JOINT PUBLIC HEARING WITH THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION FOR THE
PROPOSED SALE OF 11027 LE FLOSS AVENUE TO HABITAT FOR HUMANITY for 7:30 p.m.,
January 24, 1995, in the Council Chamber of Downey City Hall: Approve.
RESOLUTION NO. 5850 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF DIANNE LUMSDAINE TO THE CABLE T.V.
CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE FOR COUNCILMANIC DISTRICT FOUR
RESOLUTION NO. 5851 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS FROM THE USED
OIL RECYCLING BLOCK GRANT - THIRD CYCLE FOR USED OIL AND
NATIONAL POLLUTION DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM EDUCATION
AND PUBLIC AWARENESS AND THE CONTINUATION OF THE 93/94
BLOCK AND OPPORTUNITY GRANTS
RESOLUTION NO. 5852 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
GRANTING A ONE -TIME PAYMENT TO SPECIFIED EMPLOYEES
ORDINANCES NOT SET FORTH ABOVE:
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
AMENDING SECTION 1200 OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE RELATIVE
TO THE ENFORCEMENT OF THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AND
THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE
Chief Caldwell explained the proposed Ordinance will implement the option
of treating some Municipal Code violations as infractions rather than
misdemeanors, as provided for in a recent amendment to the City Charter. The
City Prosecutor can make certain violations either misdemeanors or infractions
of the law, at his discretion. Current case law mandates that the defendant
must agree to downgrading a misdemeanor prosecution to infraction status.
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read by title only. It was moved by Council Member Tne Ordinance was y y
Lawrence, seconded by Council Member Boggs, and unanimously carried to waive
further reading and introduce.
At the request of Mr. Caton, the ORDINANCE AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF
THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE DESIGNATING CERTAIN VIOLATIONS OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE
AS INFRACTIONS was removed from the Agenda.
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING A LEASE BETWEEN THE CITY OF DOWNEY AND THE
DOWNEY ROSE FLOAT ASSOCIATION FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED
AT WILDERNESS PARK IN THE CITY OF DOWNEY
Mr. Redmayne noted the City has been negotiating a lease with the Rose
Float Association regarding a portion of Wilderness Park next to the Edison
Company right -of -way as a permanent site to construct a building for Rose Float
design and construction activities. A public informational meeting was
conducted at the Park last year regarding the proposed project, and neighboring
residents were notified this matter would be considered at tonight's meeting.
Council Member Lawrence questioned whether the proposed lease adequately
addressed residents' concerns involving possible adverse effects of the project
on the neighborhood.
Discussion ensued regarding the procedure by which the building plans will
be approved as outlined in the lease agreement.
Council Member Brazelton suggested that perhaps conditions could be added
to address the neighboring residents' concerns.
Ms. Kane advised that conditions could be imposed as part of the City's
process of approving the final plans; the lease as proposed would offer the
City this flexibility.
Council Member Boggs commented on the history of locating a permanent home
for the Rose Float construction. She noted her top priority of protecting
residential neighborhoods, and after visiting the proposed site, she is
satisfied the terms of the lease address her concerns. She mentioned the
proposed activity would not involve daily construction, but rather culminate at
the end of the year as the Float is completed for the Rose Parade.
Mayor Riley asked if there was anyone present in the audience who wished
to speak regarding this matter.
Mr. Lee Cook, 10935 Little Lake Road, voiced concern that the proposed
site is not zoned correctly for manufacturing of any type. He commented on
potential adverse impacts of the proposed project, and indicated the neighbors
would prefer the building be constructed at the front of the Park on Florence
Avenue which is zoned C -2.
Mr, Jason Redfox, 10430 Bel 1 man St., mentioned he has worked on the Rose
Float for many years as a designer and builder, and commented on the positive
community spirit involved in the entire project.
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Ms. Delores Bacus, 10330 Downey Ave., spoke in favor of the proposed
lease, noting the project will be an asset to the area, involving people of all
ages in a positive community function.
Ms. Doris Patterson, 10524 Lesterford Ave., commented on the dedicated
volunteers involved with the Rose Float as being ambassadors for the City.
Mr. Bruce Hume, Long Beach, Vice President of Downey Rose Float
Association, stated he is the liaison with Rancho Los Amigos Medical Center,
where the Float has been built in the past. He noted there were no complaints
received from the neighbors regarding the Rose Float construction at the
Medical Center, and discussed the specific structure of the new b u i l d i n g which
will provide noise insulation.
Ms. Judy Jacobson, 8418 Suva St., commented on the community pride
involved in the construction of the Rose Float from the beginning design to the
final display at the Rose Parade.
Council Member Boggs reiterated her feeling there would not be an adverse
affect on the neighborhood from this project, and noted if she had any concerns
that residential property values would be in jeopardy, she would not support
this proposal.
The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Council Member
Boggs, seconded by Council Member Lawrence, and unanimously carried to waive
further reading and introduce.
Prior to the foregoing vote, Mayor Riley directed staff to return at the
next meeting with recommendations on the process of Building Plan approval to
protect the neighboring residential properties from any adverse impacts.
RESOLUTIONS NOT SET FORTH ABOVE: None.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
At the request of Mr. Caton, the RESOLUTION APPROVING FORM OF CITY'S SOLID
WASTE AGREEMENT BETWEEN COLLECTORS AND THE CITY was removed from the Agenda.
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING
ARTICLE V, CHAPTER 1 OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING
SOLID WASTE COLLECTION
Mr. Powell summarized the staff report, commenting on the new residential
recycling program that started this week in an effort to meet State
requirements to reduce the amount of solid waste in landfills. He noted that
residential waste accounts for 29% of all Downey waste; the remaining 71% is
commercial waste. Therefore, it is necesary to require commercial haulers to
provide recycling ana other waste diversion services to their customers. He
explained the proposed Ordinance allows the 16 commercial haulers currently
working in the City to continue operating in Downey, and does not allow any new
haulers to operate in the City. He further highlighted certain provisions of
the Ordinance and mentioned the contract o u t l i n i n g recycling i n regulations
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be returned to Council at the next meeting for consideration.
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Council Member Boggs expressed concern with the deletion of agreement
application fees, performance and compliance bonds, hazardous substances
indemnification, and reduction of the liability requirement.
Mr. Powell explained the haulers were vehemently opposed to these
regulations; however, he agreed that these items merit consideration and could
be included in the contract.
Council Member Boggs noted the importance of including these four items in
the contract to protect the City from exposure to l i a b i l i t y , and Council Member
Brazelton concurred with her comments.
Council Member McCaughan questioned whether the Public Liability and
Property Damange Insurance Policy minimums outlined in the Ordinance were
adequate, and Mr. Powell explained the contract will contain higher amounts
than the minimums outlined in the Ordinance.
Ms. Kane commented that this Section applies to all residential and
commercial refuse haulers operating in the City.
Discussion ensued regarding the procedure for amending the Ordinance to
include higher minimum insurance amounts, and verification of the hauler's net
worth as related to the allowance of self - insurance in the contract.
Mr. Caton suggested this item be continued to later in the meeting to
allow Mr. Powell and Ms. Kane the opportunity to work on modified language for
the Ordinance, based on Council's comments.
Mayor Riley asked if there was anyone present in the audience wishing to
speak regarding this matter.
Mr. Lennie Whittington, 8542 Manatee St., voiced concern that the proposed
Ordinance and contract contain excessive regulations which would virtually put
the small commercial hauler out of business, or systematically eliminate
haulers. He compared the situation with another City that has a similar
Ordinance and contract, and commented on the unfairness of a hauler only being
allowed to sell his business to another hauler who currently operates in the
City.
Mr. Richard Haft, General Counsel for Cal san , Inc., expressed support of
the proposed Ordinance as being fair to all commercial haulers, and agreed that
indemnity is a very important issue that should be addressed by Council in
order to protect the City from liability. These costs are a necessary part of
doing business, and could be passed on to the consumer if necessary.
Council Member Lawrence suggested that haulers combine their resources as
a possible way to meet insurance requirements which are necessary to protect
the City from liability.
The matter was continued to later in the meeting. (See Page 9)
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: None.
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ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS (Continued)
PROPOSED HOMEBUYER ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Mr. Rangel summarized the staff report, explaining the criteria used for
developing the First -Time Homebuyer Assistance Program, and outlining the
eligibility qualifications for such assistance. Under the Program, HOME funds
will provide down payment assistance to eligible low income homebuyers in the
form of deferred loans secured by second trust deeds.
Mr. Velasco narrated a brief slide presentation, detailing a sample
scenario where an eligible homebuyer applicant would be financially assisted by
HOME Funds for the difference between the sale price and the maximum private
home loan the buyer can afford.
Council Member Boggs asked the City Attorney if she would have a conflict
of interest if, as a Council Member, she were to apply as a first -time
homebuyer.
Ms. Kane advised that no conflict exists, since this Program is open to
everyone in the community.
Mr. Lennie Whittington, 8542 Manatee St., questioned whether the contract
contained a standard discrimination clause, since Federal funds were involved.
Mr. Caton replied this language is included in the contract.
It was moved by Council Member Lawrence, seconded by Council Member
Brazel ton , and unanimously carried to approve the proposed Homebuyer Assistance
Program, and authorize the Mayor to execute a contract with United States
Escrow, Inc. to provide loan processing and consultant services.
CONTINUATION OF DOWNEYLINK FIXED ROUTE TRANSIT SYSTEM
Mr. Jarrett noted the DowneyLINK Transit System was started as a one year
Program, and after a successful evaluation of the service during the past year,
approval of an additional two extension. - a
staff i s recommending pp year y
Ms. Elizabeth Ellis and Ms. Heather Menninger, A.M.M.A. Consultants,
discussed the first performance assessment of DowneyLINK, highlighting
important statistics and summary conclusions regarding ridership, routes, and
passenger information surveys. DowneyLINK has demonstrated to be an effective,
well - utilized local transit service based on key performance indicators. They
outlined areas that could be improved to ensure continued responsive and
effective local transportation, including route modification, feeder service to
Downey's METRO Green Line station, and an increase in fleet size and service
hours.
Council Member McCaughan questioned total cost per boarding compared to
the fee charged, noting his concern that the system is quite expensive and
highly subsidized with funds that could be used for other needs.
Council Member Boggs mentioned the transit system is funded by tax dollars
voted on by the public for this purpose.
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Council Member Brazelton understood Council Member McCaughan's concerns,
and questioned the possibility of a one year extension of the Program.
Council Member McCaughan discussed possible economies of scale, i.e.,
smaller vehicles for less used routes, as an option to decrease costs and still
meet transportation needs.
Mayor Riley noted she made about 20 trips with 15 children in the south
part of the City to acquaint them with DowneyLINK, and suggested this approach
be taken in other areas where ridership is low.
Council Member Boggs mentioned the figures presented in the consultants'
survey regarding ridership coincide with her personal statistics she has
gathered over the years, and agreed that perhaps better utilization of the
busses on the more heavy routes would be economically practical, since there
are greater transportation needs in the south part of the City.
Mayor Riley expressed her support of DowneyLINK as a much needed service
for the community.
It was moved by Council Member Lawrence, seconded by Council Member Boggs,
and unanimously carried to approve continuance of DowneyLINK, with the
inclusion of the "Tripper Service" and to retain the current contractor,
Mayflower Contract Services, Inc. for an additional two years.
Prior to the foregoing vote, Council Member Brazelton commented on the
tight budget, and the need to review the program's economic feasibility after
the two year period.
In response to a question by Council Member Lawrence, Ms. Ellis discussed
possible modifications being considered for the two northern routes in the City
to increase ridership.
Council Member McCaughan expressed his support of the Program with
reservations about spending a great amount of money that may be needed
elsewhere during difficult economic times.
POLICE FACILITY NEEDS ASSESSMENT
Chief Caldwell noted the Police Department was authorized to begin a
selection process to identify an architectural firm to complete a Police
Facility Needs Assessment.
Captain Finch explained the three phases in which the proposed architect
will conduct the facility needs assessment. He mentioned the firm of Leach
Mounce Architects has a great deal of experience and is well respected
throughout the industry with excellent references.
Discussion ensued regarding the need for a larger Police Department
facility due to the increase in both male and female personnel and operation
changes. It was noted the assessment should be completed in 24 weeks.
Mr. Caton mentioned the entire study will be funded through drug asset
forfeiture funds, with similar monies expected in the future to fund the
improvements.
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It was moved by Council Member Brazelton, seconded by Council Member
Boggs, and unanimously carried to authorize the Police Department to enter into
a contract with Leach Mounce Architects to complete a Police Facility Needs
Assessment, not to exceed $35,000.
COMMERCIAL SOLID WASTE HAULING IN THE CITY OF DOWNEY (Continued)
Ms. Kane advised the following language from the Ordinance should be
deleted on Page 7, Section 3, first paragraph, fourth line, "Public Liability
and Property Damange Insurance...." through both Bodily Injury and Property
Damage columns; and replaced with the following verbage: "Broad Form
Comprehensive General Liability (occurrence) policy with a minimum limit of two
million dollars ($2,000,000) aggregate and one million dollars ($1,000,000) per
occurrence, for bodily injury and property damage," which is the identical
language contained on Page 26, Section 16 of the proposed contract.
Council Member McCaughan suggested the Ordinance reflect a satisfactory
minimum to the City at the time, instead of specific amounts.
Council Member Boggs expressed concern with the reduction to $2,000,000
from the original $10,000,000 insurance figure, and w i l l address this matter
when the contract is returned to Council.
Mr. Lennie Whittington, 8542 Manatee St., questioned whether changing the
terms would require another public notice and public hearing.
Ms. Kane advised this would not be necessary, since the purpose of
bringing the matter before Council is to discuss and make changes as deemed
appropriate.
The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Council Member
Brazelton, seconded by Council Member Lawrence, and unanimosuly carried to
waive further reading and introduce as amended by the City Attorney.
OTHER BUSINESS - CONSENT CALENDAR: Items Removed by Council Approval : None.
OTHER BUSINESS - COUNCIL MEMBERS C o u n c i l l Member Lawrence thanked the Public Works and Fire Departments for
their efforts in keeping the City safe during the recent rain storms.
Council Member Lawrence requested placement on a future agenda of her
suggestion that the City establish a display booth at the June 3rd Street Faire
to revitalize interest in and receive public input for the downtown area.
Council Member McCaughan commented on the need for removal of Christmas
Trees remaining in the public right -of -way, specifically citing the area of 7th
Street between Downey Avenue and Paramount Boulevard, in addition to other
areas of the City.
Council Member McCaughan mentioned complaints he received regarding the
new trash separation barrels being distributed without lids or drainage holes.
Council Member McCaughan cited graffiti on train control boxes and masonry
walls at the railroad crossings on both Brookshire and Downey Avenues.
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Council Member McCaughan requested feedback on how the City's storm drains
were handling the flood situation.
Council Member Boggs requested staff review the lack of available parking
for Chamber staff provided under the City's lease with the Downey Chamber of
Commerce.
Council Member Boggs noted a request by the Chamber of Commerce to use the
vacant City lot at Third and New Streets during the Street Faire for a
carnival.
Council Member Boggs requested staff conduct a survey of cities used for
employee compensation comparisons to collect information regarding Council
reimbursement.
Council Member Boggs requested placing on the next Agenda Council
consideration of the date for the next Mayoral Transition Ceremony.
Mr. Joel Angeles, representing Assemblyman Phil Hawkins, introduced
himself, and noted he will be attending many Council meetings and other
functions in the City of Downey.
OTHER BUSINESS - Staff Members
Mr. Caton thanked the Council on behalf of Management and Miscellaneous
employees for approving the one -time payment to specified employees.
Mr. Redmayne briefed the Council on flood control activities undertaken by
Public Works staff during the recent storms, noting specific areas where
problems have occurred.
Chief Irwin also commented on the Fire Department activities during the
rainstorms.
Mr. Jarrett noted the storms' affects on the Golf Course, and explained
procedures taken to alleviate flooding, including pumping of excess water out
of the lakes.
ADJOURNMENT: 10:15 p.m.
The meeting was adjourned in memory of Mrs. Mildred Jennings, wife of
former Mayor /Councilman Richard Jennings to 6:30 p.m., January 24, 1995, in the
Council Chamber of Downey City Hall.
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