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OF TFE CITY OF DOW Y
NOVEMBER 28, 1995
T A B L E O F M I N UTE A C T I O NS
SIBJECT
ACTION PAGE M: .
Am encfn en t to 1 995 -96 C DB G Consolidated Plan & City
-- Budget Adjustments 2
Res. #5915, authorizing Submittal of Application to Dept.
of Housing & Urban Dev. for $1.4 million Loan Adopted 2
Ord. a p p ry g . Code Am e n ctn en t, #95-57 amending certain
sections of 9127 DMC re C-M (Commercial-Mfg.) Zone Introduced 4
Itans removed from Consent Calendar 4
Council Minutes: Adj ourned & Reg ul ar Meetings,
November 14, 1 99
5 App rov ed 4
Warrants Issued: #115887 - 116293 Approved 5
Proposed Reduction in Downey Theatre Rental Rates for
Downey Non-Profit t Performin Arts Organizations Approved 5
Pr Performing
Appropriation o pp
f Su l enental Literacy Grant Funds Approv ed 5
1995 -96 Agreement with Rio Hondo Temporary Home for
the H an el e s s
App rov ed 5
. � Commercial
Renewal of ex i existing ng Ci ty s Solid Waste
96 App rov ed 5
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Agreement to / /
os Change: Position Chan e: Amend City budget staffing
table by eliminating position of Water Quality /Contract
Administrator & creating position of Assistant
Superintendent Administrator Approved 5
Zone Change #95-55 for property at 11445 Lakewood Bi .
(Applicant, Faire Co.) Set h rg . 12/12 5
Downey
Ord. adopting Uniform Fire Code & Uniform Fire Code
Standards & 1994 Edition of International Fire Introduced; set
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Code Institute tute hrg . 12/12 5
Ord. adopting 1994 Editions of Uniform Acts ini strative Introduced; set
p g � Mechanical Code, hr
Code, Uniform Building Code, Uniform Mec .12/12 6 9
Uniform P1 unb i ng Code, National Electrical Code,
Uniform Housing Code & Uniform Code for Abatement of
Dangerous Buildings
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COUNCIL MINUTES, ND VEM BER 28, 1995
TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTINIED)
SUBJECT ACTION PAGE W.
Resolutions re Charter Amendments Cont. to 12/12 8
Independence Park Tennis Center Agreement Renewal :
Auth. staff to enter into 3 -yr. Agnt . with Russell
Miller for operation of Independence Park Tennis
Center for period 1/1/96 - 12/31/98 Approv ed 8
Cn. Lawrence congratulated Library on Children's 8
Book Week
Cn. Lawrence re complaints on balloon /tethered in air type
signs 8
Mayor McCaughan re neighborhood preservation booklet 8
Mayor McCaughan thanked Comm. Svcs. Dept. for updates
on Community /Senior Center & Gymnasium Project 8
Mayor McCaughan re "hate fliers" handed out in Downey
neighborhood 8
Mr . Caton re "hate fl i er s" and cross-burning in City 9
Mr. Caton thanked Cn. Lawrence for her attendance at
mtg. with Cal trans re City's right to purchase excess
property 9
Mr. Caton complimented Cn. Boggs for working with him
on LACDA project 9
Meeting adjourned to 6:30 p.m., December 12, 1995 9 ._.�.
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MINUTES OF TI-E CITY COUNCIL
OF TI-E CITY OF DOW Y
NOVEMBER 28, 1995
City Downey held a regular meeting at 8:10
The City Council o f the C� t y o f y i t Hal 1 Ma o r
' y y
p .m ,, Nov Ember 2 8, 1995, n the Co Chamber of the Downey C �
Gary P. McCaughan presiding.
PRESENT: Council Members:
Gary P. McCaughan, M.D. Mayor
Joyce L. Lawrence Mayor Pro -Ten
Diane P. Boggs
Robert $. Bra zel ton
Barbara J. Riley
ALS 0 PR ES ENT : Gerald M. Caton, Ci ty Manager
Cheryl J. Kane, City Attorney
Judith McDonnell , City Cl erk - Treasurer
Lee Powell , Assistant Ci t y Manager
Ronald Irwin, Fire Chief
James Jarrett, Director of Community Services
Director of Econanic &
Art Rangel, Community Development
Richard Redmayne, Director of Public Works
Robert Brace, City E ng in eer
John Finch, Pol ice Captain
Robert Gal 1 ag her, Building Official
Christine Roberto, Purchasing Ma n ag er
Robert Rowe, Deputy Fire Marshal
Ed Vel asco, Housing Manager 1 nner
ki Asst. Director of Community Dev ./ City P a
Ron Yoshi
June Yotsuya , Assi stant to the Ci ty Manager
Joyce Doyle, Deputy City Cl er k
R ES E NTAT IO NS : None
HEARINGS
• -96 C�1�ITY DEVELOPMENT
Cau han opened the pub is hearing on 1995
Mayor Mc l 9 P
BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM AND APPLICATION F CR SEC T IO H 108 LOAN.
Ms. McDonnell affirmed the Proof of Publication.
staff's recommendation to approve an amendment to
Mr. . Rangel reported on sta tee new activities ,
of idated P1 an , which provides funding for three the 1995 96 Cons an increase o f $1.4
educe activities, new
reduced CDBG funding for three and incorporates He referenced the three n
it l ion in available Federal funds for 1995 -96. .
m Project in
. Private Industry Council (PIC) Youth Corp
activities involved: Count PIC to "at risk"
providing
C DB G funding with the Southeast Los Angeles y
high drop outs between 16 and 21 years of age; Human
young adults and high school P
Services Asso ciation (HSA) Grant to provide CDBG funds for maintaining current
level of nutritional meals served to senior citizens at Rio San Gabriel Park; .
' Stud incl ud ing an assessment of publ �c
and Downtown Area P1 an n � ng y
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improvements. Mr. Rangel then enumerated the recommended budget changes neces-
sary to fund these activities and discussed the recommendation for a $1.4
million HUD Section 108 loan as partial funding for the Community/Senior Center
Project, with interest based on the rate for Government issued U.S. Treasury
Notes at the time the loan is financed and repaid with future CDBG allocations.
Mr. Caton clarified the Section 108 loan would go toward rehabilitation of
the additional structures at Apollo Park.
Council Member Lawrence mentioned she had abstained previously on an
action pertaining to the south end of the park, and wanted to make sure her
vote would not be for something proposed for that area.
Mr. Jarrett commented on plans to defer the program of replacing the
playground equipment to another year.
Responding to questions, Mr. Caton explained the loan will be repaid from
future Block Grant Funds , and if future funds are not received , then the City
would have no obligation to use any other money to repay the loan.
Council Member Boggs stated for the record that she is the Council's
representative to the Private Industry Council and that this matter was not
reviewed by her as the City's representative before the PIC.
During further discussion, Mr. Caton explained the action regarding PIC is
only to allocate funding; the actual decision to participate will be made by
Council at a future date. Al so, he commented on sinkage probl ems occurring at
Rio San Gabriel Park which will be considered in the future.
Ms. McDonnell indicated there was no correspondence received.
There being no one present to speak regarding this matter, it was moved by
Council Member Boggs, seconded by Council Member Riley, and so ordered to close
the hearing.
It was moved by Council Member Riley, seconded by Council Member Lawrence,
and unanimously carried to approve an an endm efl t to the 1995-96 Community
Dev el opm en t Bl oc k Gr an t (CDBG) Co nsol id ated Pl an ; and approve Ci ty Budget
changes as recommended.
RESOLUTION NO. 5915
A RESOLUTION OF TFE CITY COUNCIL OF TFE CITY OF DOW IE Y
A UT HCR IZ IN G TEE CITY MANAGER TO SUBMIT TO TI-E DEPARTMENT
OF HOUSING AND URBAN DE VE DLO PM ENT AN APPLICATION Fat
$1.4 MILLION IN LOAN GUARANTEE FUNDS, PURSUANT TO
SECTION 108 OF TFE HOUSING AND C CAM UN IT Y DEVELOPMENT
ACT OF 1974, AS AMENDED
The Resol ution was read by title only. It was moved by Council Member
Riley, seconded by Council Member Brazel ton, and carried by the following vote
to waive further reading and adopt.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Boggs, Riley, Br azel ton, McCaughan
ABSTAIN: 1 Council Member: Lawrence
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on CODE AMENDMENT ICJ • 96 -5 7, MENDING
Mayor McCaughan opened the hearing o RELATING TO TI-E C -M
127 OF T DOW NEY MIN ICIPAL CODE R
DER TA IN SECTIONS OF 9
CCIIMERC IAL MANUFACTURING) ZONE.
Ms. McDonnell affirmed the Proof of Publ ication. It was moved by Council
Member Boggs and so ordered to receive and file.
• d by Council, the Planning Commission
Mr. Yoshi ki mentioned as d�recte y pointing out that
• in five geographical areas of the City, p 9
reviewed the C -M zone g encourage both commercial and
zone was adopted as a 9
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this zo land use pattern to p standards were established that
industrial type activities, and development • 'l l ustr ati n the C -M
ex ibl a zoning . He d i spl aged a slide 1 9 •
would refl ec t the s f1 and pointed ted out that since
race
its aligrment rment to abutting R -1 property, P .
zone and g 1 imitation was imposed , including a
setbacks were el iminated, a variabl e height or obscured
• ins in this partic ul ar area be closed
provision that any wall openings view to ensure privacy. Standards were established to maximize use of
from v� '
mentioned t he Counci l' s concern about commercia a
property. Mr. Yoshiki nd
industrial their impact with respect to uses abutting residential property and P •
• and pointed out that both Building and Fire
hazardous type uses, noise, , etc . , p •
regarding hazardous materials relating
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Codes address these concerns, especially referenced test -
• and type of construction. Mr. Yoshiki to building occupancy yP Mr. Chuck Lyons, a commercial at the Planning Commission hearing by
moray given the advantages of no setbacks. Based on
and industrial developer, r eg a rd � n9 i s t o r ec omm en d
• d the Commission felt the best alternative
testimony presented,
no setback in the C -M zone, which afford s a developer P maximum flexibility in
the zoning classification ommenda-
tion of the Commission to amend the by Mr. . Yoshi ki then discussed sc ussed the proposed rec
� Code b adding a soft drink manufacturing
bottling p o er ati o n as a use permitted in the C-M zone.
• there should be built-in protection for the
Council Member Brazelton felt the for C-M roper-
• properties s and al so suggested requiring a variance P
residential pro pert or Commission could then impose
abutting ties ab 9 residential , whereby the Council o
conditions.
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Ms. McDonnell indicated there was no correspondence.
if was present to speak in favor of the
s an one
Mayor McCaughan asked � f there w anyone P
Code Amendment.
' 1 Avenue, Paramount, gave some background
Mr. Chuck Lyons, 15125 Garfield � involving his experience developer and
• rience in the industrial real estate field as a
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front office and loading areas in the
talked about the problems of locating business and locating them on the side or front o f a building
He
rear of a bus�' n
' n the City stated that he owns no property in y affected by thi s O r d i n a n c e and
favored the no setback requirement.
Avenue, referenced an area in line City of
Mr. . Guy Sterner, 10303 Downey A � 1 one and said
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Cerra tos where re sidential abuts manufacturing to the property
this has great feasibility without the negative aspect setbacks wo ul d have.
• h i n to speak and no one to speak in
k in favor an
There being no one el se w� s 9 P � b
opposition, it
was moved by Council Member Lawrence, second by Council Member
Bra zel ton and so ordered to close the hearing.
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ORDINANCE ND.
AN ORDINANCE OF TFE CITY COUNCIL OF TFE CITY OF DO W E Y
APPROVING CODE AMENDMENT NO. 95 -57, MENDING CERTAIN SECTIONS
OF 9127 OF TFE DOWIE Y MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO TFE ADDITION
OF "SOFT DRINK MANUFACTURER AND BOTTLING OPERATION ON A PARCEL
OF LAND CONTAINING AT LEAST TEN (10) ACRES CR MORE" AS A PERMITTED
USE IN TFE C-M (C�VIERCIAL-MANUFPCTIJUNG) ZONE
The Ordinance was read by title only.
Council Member Boggs said from a safety standpoint and utilization of lot
space, it makes sense to have buildings in the C-M zone located on the back of
the lot, and it would have less impact on adjacent property when the businesses
are closed. She asked if: residents adjacent to C -M zones in the City were
notified of this hearing and was informed that notices were mailed.
Mayor McCaughan asked if there was anyone in the audience who received a
notice but did not speak to the hearing, and two people raised their hands.
Council Member Braze lton noted a variety of uses are permitted in the C -M
zone, many of which could create noise and disturb an adjacent residence. He
suggested reviewing the particular use that would be located next to
residential and tailor conditions if appropriate.
During further discussion the Council reviewed the uses permitted in the
C -M zone.
It was moved by Council Member Lawrence, seconded by C o u n c i l Member
Brazel ton, and unanimously carried to waive further reading and introduce.
Responding to questions, Mr. Yoshiki noted areas in the City where resi-
dential properties are adjacent to the C -M zone.
There was no further action taken on this matter.
Mayor McCaughan recessed the meeting from 9:10 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. The
meeting reconvened with all Council Members present.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: None
CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEMS FOR REMOVAL
At the request of Council Member Boggs, Agenda Item VI-E-2, RENEWAL OF
INDEPENDENCE PARK TENNIS CENTER AG EEMENT WITH RUSSELL MILLER, was removed from
the Consent Calendar.
CONSENT CALENDAR
It was moved by Council Member Boggs , second ed by Council Member
Brazelton, and unanimously carried to approve the remainder of the Consent
Calendar as recommended:
COUNCIL MINUTES: ADJOURIED AND REGULAR MEETINGS OF NDVEMBER 14, 1995:
Approve.
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WARRANTS ISSUED: ND. 115887 - 116293, Approve.
PROPOSED REDUCTION IN DOWhE Y TFEATRE RENTAL
PERF (�ZM IN G ARTS RATES F � DOW � Y NON--PROFIT
TS ORGANIZATIONS: Approve adjustments in the
Arts Downey Theatre
Non-Profit Performing is Groups rental schedule, as follows:
(a) Elimination of the Sta e Occupancy"
otl � g fee - $140 per day; (b) Reduce
spotlight g ht rental from $20 per use to $1O er use • (c) P � Reduce crew labor
rate from $14 to $13 per hour; and (d) Decrea se r • . x (6) hours and ad rehearsal time period fr
four (4) hours to six • ust $220 P om
period od adjust rental to l rates from per
4-hour
p to $300 per 6 -hour period: Approve.
APPROPRIATION OF SUPPLEMENTAL LITERACY GRANT F
UVDS: Appropriate $3,471
of additional Literacy Grant Funds: Approve.
11995 -96 AGREEMENT W IT II RIO HONDO TEMPORARY HOME FOR TEE Ha''IELESS: Approve.
RENEWAL OF ClERC IAL SOLID WASTE AGREEMENT: Approve.
PROPOSED POSITION CHANGE: Amend the City Budget •
ati n the y udg et sta ff� ng table by
el im in
• 9 position of Water Quality /Contract Administrator an
creating the position of Assistant Superintendent and
per in tendent Aci�inistrator.
ZONE CHANGE NO. 95-55 F CR PROPERTY AT 11
DOWNS Y FAIRE 11445 LAKEWOOD BOULEVARD (APPLICANT, RE CO.) : Set the hearing for 7:30 .m . D
the Council Chamber of P � December 12, 1995, in
Downey City Hall.
ORDINANCES:
ORDINANCE M.
AN ORDINANCE OF TEE CITY COUNCIL OF TEE CITY
REPEALING Y OF DOWN Y
SECTIONS 3300, 3311, 3317, 3318, 3325, 333
3332, 3350, 3352, 3355, 3330,
5, 3358, 3361, 3367 OF TEE DOWNE Y
MUNICIPAL CODE, MENDING SECTIONS 3302 TI
3309, 3310, 3304 ,
3307,
10, 3312, 3313, 3319 TER OUGH 3322, 3326
THROUGH 332 9, 3366, 3368 AND ADDING SECTIONS '
3317, 3318, 3300, 3311,
----- 8, 3355, 3358, 3361 ADOPTING TEE UV IF ORM FIRE
CODE AND UV IF (�tM FIR
FIRE CODE STANDARDS, 1994 EDITION OF
TFE INTER NA T IO N1A L FIRE CODE INSTITUTE AND
� PROVIDING FOB
ADDITIONS, DELETIONS AND AMENDMENTS TO SAID C ODE
Deputy Fire Marshal Rowe highlighted •
most of which .ng renumbering, and referred to a supplemental Proposed reV�s�ons to the Fire Code
nvol v ed ren umber i 1 Code,
recommending revision to Code PP em ental staff report
�� Sections Ions • n 3321 and 3322 on pages 2 and 3
of the paragraph "NOTE" dealing with and
removal responded to questions 9 h spr�nkl er requirements. He
res
Po q estions of the Council.
Ms. McDonnell noted the Ordinance resen
revised pages included. P ted for introduction has the
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The Ordinance was read by title only. It -
Ri i ed b y t was moved ed by Co unc � 1 Member
ey, second
by unc i1 Member Br a ton, and un an im o us 1 carr •
further reading, introduce the Ordinance, y � ed to waive
December 12 1 and set the for 7:30 p.m.,
99 in the Council Chamber of Downey City Hall
y y 1.
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ORDINANCE M.
AN ORDINANCE CF TEE CITY COUNCIL OF TFE CITY OF DOW 1E Y
REPEALING CHAPTERS 1 THROUGH 6, INCLUSIVE, CHAPTER 7 EXCE
SECTION 8730, AND CHAPTERS 8 AND 9 OF ARTICLE VIII OF TEE
DOW (€ Y M Uy IC I PA L CODE, RE NUN BER IN G SECTION 873 0, ADOPTING
MEW CHA PIER S 1 T FR OUGH 7 OF TEE DOW PE Y M UV IC IPA L C ODE
/ADOPTING B Y REFERENCE TFE "UN IF CRM AEIM IN IS TRA T I VE CODE , "
1994 EDITION, TEE "UN IF (RM BUILDING CODE , VOLUMES 1, 2 AND 3, "
11994 EDIT ION, INC LLD I N G ALL APPENDICES TIER ETO, TEE "UN IF (ARM
MECHANICAL CODE," 1994 EDITION, TFE "UN IFCRM PLIFIBING CODE," ---
11994 EDITION, TEE "NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE," 1993 EDITION,
TEE "UN IF URM HOUS IN G CODE," 1994 EDIT ION, AND TFE "UN IF tRM
CODE FUR TEE ABATEMENT OF DANG BUI LDINGS," 1994 EDIT ION,
TOGETHER WITH CERTAIN AMENDMENTS, DELETIONS AND EXCEPTIONS,
INCLWING FEES AND PENALTIES, AND ADOPTING NEW CHAPTERS 8 AND 9
TIDE ARTICLE VIII OF THE DOW 1E Y M UV IC IPA L C ODE PER TA IN IN G TO
FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT AND SEISMIC REGULATIONS OF REINFORCED MASOHR Y
Mr. Gallagher responded to the two questions raised at the study session.
The first one pertains to Section 8015 and permit requirements for fencing in
the front yard setbacks of view obscuring materials and the concern that the
wording was confusing. He proposed the wording be changed to read, "Walls or
fences constructed of any view- obscuring materials or more than 42 inches above
finished grade in a front yard setback or 30 inches above finished grade in a
corner setback" would clarify this matter. The second concern pertained to
del etion of t he Los Angel es Co unty Heal th Cod e. Mr . Gall ag her discussed hi s
review of the matter, noting that most cities have adopted the County Health
Code but have not included it in their Building Code. He commented on the
benefit of adopting the County Code and requested time to conduct a further
review and come back to Council at the next meeting with a recommendation.
The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Council Member
Boggs, seconded by Council Member Riley, and unanimously carried to waive
further reading, introduce the Ordinance, and set the hearing for 7:30 p.m.,
December 12, 1995, in the C o u n c i l Chamber of Downey City Hall
FRES OLUT IONS : None
ADM IN ISTRATIVE REPORTS
PROPOSED CHARTER AMENDMENTS AND SETTING A SPEC IA L M UV IC IPA L ELECTION ON
MARCH 26, 19%
Ms. Yotsuya gave a report recommending the Council consider proposed
ballot measure questions, and if approved to adopt the appropriate Resolutions
that would submit the ballot questions to the voters on an election date as
determined by the Council. She then discussed the two ballot questions
proposed , the first pertaining to submitting the ful 1 text of the Charter with
regard to textual changes, et al , and the other involving a change to Section
500.1 of the City Charter limiting a member of the City Council to two full
consecutive terms of office and restricting such member from running as a
candidate for office until such member has been out of office a minimun of four
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years. Ms. Yotsuya also commented on new recommended language clarifying the
issue of filling Council vacancies contained in Section 503(d) , whereby if the
60-day period for filling vacancies expires too late to f i l l the vacancy at the
next general municipal election, the City Council shall immediately cause a
special municipal election to be held to elect an eligible successor to serve
during the term of such office.
Council Member Boggs expressed concern that two elections would have to be
held for a recall , one for the recall and another to fill the vacancy and
suggested it would be more feasible to have only one election for both issues.
Council Member Lawrence commented on the Charter Review Committee's review
of the recall issue, with the first thought of having one election to save t i m e
and money, but that the Corrum i ttee then questioned if having one election could
result in a popularity contest rather than focusing on the issue of recall.
Council Member Brazel ton favored an el ection for the recall, and if
successful , then conducting another election to f i l l the vacancy.
Responding to questions of Council Member Boggs, Council Member Lawrence
outlined the reason the Committee recommended wording of Charter Section
503(h) - Vacancies; Mr. Caton discussed the wording of Section 702 -
Administrative Functions; and Ms. Kane clarified "within the third degree"
contained in Section 710 - Nepotism.
Council Member Brazel ton said unless there is something in the existing
Charter that hampers the present function of the City, he does not feel an
expenditure would be warranted to place this matter on the ballot, particularly
in view of the current budget constraints.
Council Member Riley concurred with Council Member Brazel ton and feel s it
is not necessary to have an election at this time.
Council Member Boggs favored going forward with submitting the Charter
Pmencinents to the voters and di scussed the financial information provided by
the Ci ty Clerk, noting the City's share of printing costs in previous
elections.
Ms. Yotsuya suggested as an alternate method to reducing election costs,
the City could print the Charter and distribute it with the City newsletter
mailed to. all residents.
It was moved by Council Member Boggs and seconded by C o u n c i l Member
Lawrence to submit Charter Amendments No. 10 and 11 to the voters in the March
26, 1996, Primary Election (see motion later withdrawn) .
Council Member Lawrence explained the Charter Review Committee was
originally appointed to study language relating to the issue of recall and the
filling of vacancies on the Council. The Committee conducted its review ten
years ago, so she would like to see that issue settled. She al so favored
submitting the other Charter Am enctn eats , particularly the clean-up language and
prefers the March date.
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During further discussion, Mayor McCaughan expressed the desire for
Council to be united in its effort of placing an issue on the ballot.
It was suggested the City Attorney review the current Charter for language
that should be addressed at this time.
The motion and second were withdrawn and the matter was continued to the
City Co unc i l Meeting of Dec en ber 12, 1995.
Staff was asked to review the costs.
Council Member Boggs also suggested reviewing Section 702 - Administrative
Functions.
OT J-ER BUSINESS - CONSENT CALENDAR - Items r en ov ed by Co tnc i l Approval
INDEPENDENCE PARK TENNIS CENTER AGREEMENT RENEWAL
Council Member Boggs said incase from the tennis center has been constant
and asked if there had been any fee increases to the participants, whether any
increases are anticipated, and whether a monitoring system is in force to
protect the City.
Mr. Jarrett replied the rates have not increased and revenue is being
maintained even through there has been a reduction of interest in tennis.
Also, staff meets regularly with the pro, who submits monthly reports regarding
attendance and revenue.
It was m ov ed by C o u n c i l Member Boggs, seconded by C o u n c i l Member Lawrence,
and unanimously carried to approve entering into a three (3) year agreenent
with Russel 1 Killer for operation of Independence Park Tennis Center for the
period of January 1, 1996, to December 31, 1998, according to the Terms and
Conditions of the proposed Agreement.
OT IER BUSINESS - Council Members:
Council Member Lawrence congratulated the Library on Children's Book Week.
Council Member Lawrence mentioned receiving several canplaints from
constituents regarding "balloon/tethered in the air type" signs and requested
staff to consider this matter when the issue of temporary signs returns to
Council.
Mayor McCaughan commented on receiving a neighborhood presery ation booklet
fran another city and the fact that all the information was contained in 12-
pages. He inquired what the cost estimate would be for Downey to do something
simil ar.
Mayor Mc Ca ug han than ked the Comm un i ty Sery is es De par tm en t fo r reg ul ar
updates on the Commun ity /Sen io r Cen ter and Gym nasi um n Proj ect.
Mayor McCaughan mentioned "hate fliers" that were recently handed out in a
Downey neighborhood, noting the City's intolerance for such behavior, and
requested that the Police Department report back on the progress of their
investigation.
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OTHER BUSINESS - Staff Members:
• McCaughan on the seriousness o
Mr . Caton concurred w� th Mayor Mc Caug of "hate
• mentioned the occurrence of a recut cross - burning in �.
fliers and also m
Cit y, noting the Pol ice Department will report back on this matter.
Member Lawrence for her Mr . Caton thanked Council M attendance at a meeting r i kr to urc ha se
in Riverside
to meet with Cal trans regarding the Ci ty s 9 P
excess property.
• Council 1 Mem b er Boggs for diligently working w i t h
Mr. Caton complimented Coin supporting the City
him ro • ect noting Los Angel es County i s not supp 9
h� m on the LAC project, ,
in their endeavors on this matter.
ADJO lit M E NT : 10: 25 p .m.
ember 12, 1995, in the Council
The meeting was adjourned to 6 :30 p .m . , Dec
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