HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-07-27-93-Regular Meeting MINUTES OF THE CITY COU NC I L
OF THE CITY OF OOW NEY
JULY 27 , 1993
TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS
SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO.
Certificates of Appreciation 1
Certificates of Appointment 1
�—.. Lot Cleaning Program ram (Weed Abatement) : Affirm the
assessments on properties cleaned by City during
FY 1992 -93 Affirmed 2
Items Removed from Consent Calendar 2
Council Minutes: Adj. Regular Mtgs., 5/25/93, 6/30/93,
7/13/93; Regular Meeting, 7/13/93 Approved 2
Warrants Issued: #6767 2- 68 0 26 Approved 2
Downey Municipal Code Amendment re Senior Housing
Development Standards Hrg. set 8/10 2
Appointment of Diane P. Boggs as Al to rn a to Director
to Los Angeles County Sanitation District Nos. 2
& 18, retroactive to 7/13/93 Approved 2
Res. #5690, finding City of Oewney to be in compliance
with 1992 Congestion Management Program (CMP) &
approving CMP Conformance Checklist Adopted 2
Res. #5705, establishing two -hr. parking restriction
from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on all days along west
side of Lakewood Blvd. frontage road from Cleta St.
southerly 130 feet Adopted 3
Res. #5706, authorizing weaver of required parking
spaces & conditionally waiving $2,500 fee per space
(11032 Downey Ave.) Adopted 3
Res. #5707, adopting na rs ndum of Understanding
between City & Police Officers' Association Adopted 3
Request for installation of stop signs at Arnett St.
and Julius Ave. Approved 3
Priorities for Programs of Planning Division &
Economic Development Approved as amended 5
Certification of City Clerk regarding sufficiency of
petition re Council Term Limitation Ratified 5
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COUNCIL MINUTES, JULY 27, 1993
TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTIiUED)
SUBJECT
ACTION PAGE NO.
Placement of Charter Sections 515, 1307 and Initiative
Council Term Limitation on November 3, 1993 ballot Approved
1
Robert Engle re opposition to removing his trailer
on front of his property
7
Joel Lubin re need for Code Enforcement in City 7
Mike Hadley re salary increase for Police Captains
7
Revised Final Fixed Route Transit Plan: Approve re-
vised Fixed Route Transit Plan; authorize solicitation
of Requests for Proposal for Transit Plan service; and
approve funding from Proposition A & C monies Approved
8
Res. #5708, calling & giving notice of Special
Municipal Election, November 2, 1993 Adopted 8
Res. #5709, setting priorities for filing written
arguments re proposed City Charter measures & directing
City Attorney to prepare impartial a na 1 s i s Adopted to d
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Res. #5710, providing for filing of rebuttal arguments
for City measures submitted at Minicipal Elections Adopted 9
Res. #5711, requesting Board of Supervisors of L.A.
County to consolidate City of Oe wn ey Special Ii n i c i pa l
Election with Special Statewide Election to be held on
November 2, 1993 Adopted 9
Authorize sale of Proposition A funds to Commerce Approved PP 9
Authorize closure of City Hall on alternate Fridays
commencing August 27, 1993 Approved 9
Res. #5703, approving City of Cbwney FY 1993/94
3 plan for expenditure of Proposition A
and C local return funds Adopted 10
Res. #5704, establishing two -hr. parking restriction
from 7:00 a.m. t o 6:00 p.m. except weekends &
holidays along east side of Paramount Blvd.
between Third and Fourth Sts. Adopted 10
Cn. McCaughan re review of yard sale regulations To be placed on
next agenda 10
Cn. McCaughan re modification of Shopping Cart To be placed on
Ordinance Aug. 27th agenda 10
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COUNCIL MINUTES, JULY 27, 1993
TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTINUED)
SUBJECT ACTION PAS E NO.
City Cou nc i l policy for placement of items
requested by its members on Regular Mtg. agendas Reviewed 11
Cn. Riley requested additional trash cans at
Furman Park during summer concerts 11
Cn. Riley re continued effort to establish
community center 11
Cn. Riley re information on child purchasing
fireworks at Downey fireworks stand 11
Cn. Lawrence re letter from Dr. Raymond H. Lyon, Referred to R ec . &
requesting memorial to former Congressman Del Clawson Community Svs. Comm. 11
Meeting adjourned in merino ry of Anaheim Police
Chief Joseph t'b l loy to 6:30 p.m., August 10, 1993 11
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MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOW NEY
JULY 27, 1993
The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at
7:30 p.m., July 27, 1993, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall,
Mayor Robert S. Brazelton presiding.
PRESENT: Council Members:
Robert S. Brazelton Mayor
Barbara J. Riley Mayor Pro-Tem
Gary P. McCaughan, M.D.
Joyce L. La w re nc e
Diane P. Boggs
ALSO PRESENT: Gerald M. Caton, City Manager
Peter M. Thorson, City Attorney
Judith McDonnell, City Clerk
Lee Powell, Assistant City Manager
Gregory Caldwell, Police thief
Ron Irwin, Fire thief
Jim Jarrett, Director of Community Services
Art Rangel, Dir. of Economic & Community Development
Richard Redmayne, Director of Public Works
Chris Birch, Director of Personnel
Bill Makshanoff, Building Official
Ron Yo s h i k i , Asst. Comm. Dev. Director /City Planner
Cindi Lee, Executive Secretary
PRESENTATIONS
Council Member Riley presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Fern
Persion for service on the Library Advisory Board, and presented her with a
Certificate of Appointment to the Personnel Advisory Board, District 2.
Council Member Riley presented a Certificate of Re- appointment to Bobbie
Samperi, Recreation and Community Services Commission, District 2.
Council Member Lawrence presented a Certificate of Appointment to Harry
"Skip" Hem, Personnel Advisory Board, District 5.
Council Member Lawrence presented a Certificate of Appointment to Mathew
Pizzo, Parking Place Commission, District 5.
Council Me nib er Riley presented a Certificate of Appointment to Ingrid
Gluck, Library Advisory Board, District 2.
HEARINGS
Mayor Brazelton opened the public hearing on LOT CLEANING ASSESSMEIITS.
Ms. McDonnell affirmed receipt of the proof of publication, which was so
ordered to receive and file.
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Mr. Redmayne R dma ne summarized the staff report, explaining that if a property
owner does not clear the weeds on his lot within a required period of time,
the Cit y clears the area at its expense and assesses the cost to the property
owner on his tax b i l l .
No written protests were received on this matter.
There being no one present wishing to speak in opposition to the lot
cleaning assessments, it was moved by Council Member Boggs, seconded by
Council Member Lawrence, and so ordered to close the public hearing.
It was moved by Council Member Riley, seconded by Council Member Boggs,
and unanimously carried to affirm the assessments on properties that have been
cleaned by the City during the fiscal year 1992-93.
CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEMS FOR RBMOVAL:
Council Member Lawrence advised she will be abstaining from voting on
AGENDA ITEM VI -A-2, COUNCIL MINUTES, ADJOURNED REGULAR METING, JUNE 30, 1993,
as she was not present at this meeting.
Council Member McCaughan requested removal from the Consent Calendar of
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AGENDA ITEM VI-E-1, SALE OF PROPOSITION A FUNDS 10 CITY OF COMMERCE; AGENDA
ITEM VI -E -4, CLOSURE OF CITY HALL ON ALTERNATE FRIDAYS; 4-nd AGENDA ITEN
THREE -YEAR PLAN FOR EXPENDITURE OF PROPOSITION A AND PROPOSITION C LOCAL
RETURN FUNDS.
Mayor Brazelton requested removal from the Consent Calendar of AGENDA
ITEN VI-F-3, ESTABLISH PARKING RESTRICTIONS ON PAR 1MlOU NT BOULEVARD, EAST SIDE
BETWEEN THIRD AND FOURTH STREETS.
CONSENT CALENDAR
It was moved by Council Member Mc Ca u g h a n , seconded by Council Member
Boggs, and unanimously carried to waive further reading of the Resolutions and
approve the reminder of the Consent Calendar as recommended (Council Member
•-. Lawrence abstained from voting on the Minutes of June 30, 1993) :
COUNCIL MINUTES: FOBURNED REGULAR MEETINGS - NAY 25, 1993, JUNE 30,
1993, and JULY 13, 1993; REGULAR MEETING - JULY 13, 1993: Approve.
VARMINTS ISSUED: ID. 67672 - 68026, $1,103,036.14: Approve.
DOili NEY MUNICIPAL. CODE JM ENDM EN T REGARDING SENIOR HOUSING DEVELO pM EN T
STANDARDS: Set hearing for 7:30 p.m., August 10, 1993 in the Council Chamber
of Downey City Hall.
APPO IN1N BIT OF DIANE P. BOGGS AS ALTERNATE D IRB 1OR TO LOS ANG B. ES COUNTY
SANITATION DISTRICT NOS. 2 AND 18, retroactive to July 13, 1993: Approve.
RESOLUTION N0. 5690 (ADOPI)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DONNNEY
FINDING THE CITY OF DOW NEY 10 BE IN Cal PLI 1iMIC E VIM THE 1992
CONGESTION IMMINENT PROGR. (cNP) AND APPROVING THE CNP
CONFORMMIC E CHECKLIST
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RESOLUTION NO. 5705 (ADOPT
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
ESTABLISHING A TWO -HOUR PARKING RESTRICTION FROM 7:00 A.M.
TO 8:00 P.M. O N ALL DAYS ALONG THE WEST SIDE OF THE LAK E1 OO D
BOULEVARD FRONTAGE ROAD FROM CLETA STREET SOUTHERLY 130 FEET
RE90 L NO. 5706 (ADOFr
A RESOLUTION OF T C ITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
AUTHORIZING A WAIVER OF REQUIRED PARKING SPACES AND
COM iTI ONALLY WAIVING THE FEE 0 F $2,5� PER SPACE
(11032 DOWNEY AVENUE)
RESOLUTION NO. 5707 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY I OF DOWNEY
ADOPTING THE M 8M OR IOID UM OF UNDERSTANDING BETV EEN NE
CITY OF DOWNEY MD THE POLICE OFFICERS' ASSOC IATIO N
ORD INMIC ES NOT SET FORTH ABOVE: None.
RESOLUTIONS NOT SET FORTH ABOVE: None.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
At the request of Council Member Riley, A6 ENDA IX-D, REQUEST FOR
INSTALLATION OF STOPS SIGNS AT ARNETT STREET AND JJU US AVENUE, was considered
at this time.
IHr . Redmayne discussed the basis for staff's recommendation to deny the
request, referencing the traffic survey results that indicate the standard
State warrants have not been met for the installation of stop signs at this
location.
In response to Council Member Riley's questions, Mr. Thorson discussed
alternatives available to pursue the request, such as further investigation of
the warrants for this area, or overriding the warrants based on safety
factors. He mentioned the City liability involved if stop signs are installed
when not warranted by the State's requirements.
Cou nc i l Member Riley requested further review of this matter, based on
the safety of children in proximity to the elementary school.
Cou nc i l Member Boggs recommended installation of the stop signs, noting
other stop signs have been installed near schools in the past that did not
meet the State warrants.
Council Member Riley concurred, requesting the stop signs be installed
prior to the beginning of school in September.
It was moved by Council Member Boggs, seconded by Council Member
Lawrence, and carried by the following vote, to approve installation of stop
signs at the intersection of Arnett Street and Julius AN enu e .
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Prior to the foregoing vote, Council Members McCaughan and Lawrence ;7
agreed with the need to continue education of both parents and children on 1
pedestrian safety .
Mr. Joel Lubin, 7820 Al1engrove St., noted that a School District
official had made a similar request to the School Board for this intersection.
Mr. Caton advised that stop signs would be installed at this location
prior to the beginning of school.
PRIORITIES FOR PROGRMS OF THE PLANNING DIVISION AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
PROD RM
Mr. Rangel summarized the staff report, discussing the concerns and ideas
expressed at a recent joint study session with the Council and Planning
Commission. Based on this input, staff has compiled a list of programs in the
Community Development Department that promote efficiency and assistance to new
businesses. He mentioned a proposed Sports Bar has been withdrawn from the
program 1 ist, and outlined other priorities in the staff report.
Council Member Boggs expressed the need for prioritizing Imperial Highway
redevelopment, and questioned the practicality of implementing a one -stop
counter concept to obtain necessary City authorizations for building permits.
Mr. Rangel replied that other cities have been unable to establish a one-
stop counter process because of the need to obtain different division
expertise and approvals for a permit. He cited areas in which City Hall
endeavors to streamline service to the public.
Cou nc i l Member Boggs asked that W. Rangel 's comments on streamlining
procedures be outlined on the priority list.
After further discussion, it was agreed that Imperial Highway
redevelopment would replace the withdrawn Sports Bar project as priority #17.
Cou nc i l Me mber McCaughan requested a report on information received from
other cities regarding a one -stop counter concept.
Council Me mbe r Lawrence concurred with Cou nc i l Member Boggs' comments
regarding Imperial Highway, and voiced support of the programs already in
progress.
Ma yor Brazelton requested staff review Zone Exception Cases that allow
non-conforming signs throughout the City, and possibly draft a revision to the
Sign Code addressing this matter.
Council Member 14:Gaughan commented that further revisions might not be
enforceable with the decrease in City manpower.
Mr. Rangel noted that Mr. Yoshiki and Mr. Martinez of the Planning
Division have been working with the Chamber of Commerce on potential Sign Code
revisions, and suggested they consider Zone Exception Cases in their review.
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SI":2 It was moved by Council Member Boggs, seconded by Council Member Riley,
and unanimously carried to adopt a Minute Action approving the priorities for
the programs of the Planning Division and Economic Development, including the
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re- prioritization of Imperial Highrsy redevelopment.
CHARTER ISM ENDM EN T BALLOT MEASURES AND PROPOSED ACTIONS SETTING SPECIAL
MUNICIPAL ELECTION FOR NO ITEM BER 2, 1993
While these items were listed separately on the agenda, they w re 1
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related and discussed jointly by the City Council.
Mr . Caton summarized the staff report, r t noting i n that an initiative
p � g a pet it ion •—•
regarding Council term limitation has qualified for placement on the November
2, 1993 ballot. He discussed other recommended Charter revisions, as well as
two alternative proposals to the initiative Council term limitation which are
presented for consideration.
Council Member McCaughan questioned whether the Elections Code mandates
the calling of an election in this case, noting problems with the
qualifications of petition circulators.
Mr. Thorson referenced three sections of the Elections Code pertaining to
this matter. He discussed case law regarding the initiative right, including
citizens signing a petition in good faith, regardless of the qualifications of
the circulator.
Ms. McDonnell advised the signatures of the circulators have been
verified by the Registrar of Voters Office.
Discussion ensued regarding concerns expressed by Council Member
McCaughan on the requirement of calling an election.
Ms. McDonnell explained she has received verification from the Registrar
of Voters Office that the petition submitted by W. Joe DiLoreto regarding
Council term limitation contains the appropriate number of qualified
signatures for the ballot, and she requested Council's ratification of the
Certification.
Mr. Joel Lubin, 7820 Al l e ng ro v e St., concurred with W. Thorson ' s
comments regarding the validity of a petition, regardless of the circulators'
quali fications.
Mr. Joe Di Lo rye to , 9266 Otto St., commented that every circulator of the
petition ryas a registered voter in Downey, as verified by the County.
It was moved by Council Member Riley, seconded by Council Member Boggs,
and carried by the following vote to ratify Certification of the City Clerk on
sufficiency of the Initiative Petition regarding Council Term Limitatiost4
AYES: 4 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Riley , Boggs, La w rie nce , B raz e l t on
ABSTAIN: 1 COUNCIL MEMBERS: McCaughan
In an effort to eliminate confusion between the initiative term
limitation and proposed alternative ballot measures for Council term
limitations, Mr. Thorson distributed copies of optional titles.
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Discussion ensued regarding preference of titles, including voter
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confusion when confronted with various Cou nc i 1 term limitation measures on the
ballot.
Mr. Joel Lubin, 7820 Allengrove St., commented on possible alternatives
for the ballot.
It was moved by Council Member Riley, seconded by Council Member Boggs,
and unanimously carried to place the petition initiative Council term
limitation proposa 1 on the ballot only.
The meeting recessed at 9:00 p.m. and reconvened at 9:10 p.m.
Mayor Brazelton suggested the remainder of ballot questions be continued
to the June, 1994 ballot.
Council Member Boggs expressed concern that Downey's Charter questions
would become insignificant among the many statewide issues on the June, 1994
ballot, and recommended consideration be given to the Candidate Statement
qualifications measure.
Council Member Lawrence agreed with placing the Candidate Statement
qualifications measure on the November, 1993 ballot.
Council Member Riley concurred with Mayor Brazelton's comments on
deferring other ballot questions.
Council Member McCaughan noted that significant Charter changes should be
considered on the ballot in November.
W. Joel Lubin, 7820 Allengrove St., spoke regarding problems in the
Charter Sections to be clarified, including inconsistent wording .
Discussion ensued regarding deadlines for approving measures to be placed
on the ballot for the upcoming election.
Council Member McCaughan concurred with placing Section 1307 regarding
Candidate Statement qualifications on the ballot, and asked that Section 515
regarding misdemeanors and infractions also be considered.
Section 702 regarding contracting services, and Sections 513 and 1303
regarding filling Council vacancies and recall elections were discussed.
It was the consensus of Council to retain Sections 513 and 1303 as they
are currently written.
It was moved by Council Member McCaughan, and seconded by Council Member
Riley to place Sections 515, 702, 1307, and the initiative Gbunc 11 Term
Limitation mea su re • on the ballot for the November 2, 1993 Election. (See
revised motion and vote, page 7) .
At the suggestion of Mr. Lubin, Mayor Bratelton recomended a wording
change in Section 515, l i n e 4, from "California Government Code" to "State
Government Code" for consistency.
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Mr. Joel Lubin suggested additional language in Section 515 that should
4e modified for uniformity.
After further discussion, it was agreed to retain the phrase "as it now
exists or hereafter may be amended ", in Section 515, and use this language as
indicated on line 3 of Section 1307.
Mr. Joe Di Lo re to noted that Section 702 regarding contracting out City
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services was voted down by the public 16 years ago.
Mr. Joel Lubin recommended further review on this matter to properly
address all issues.
Council Member Boggs mentioned the public might misinterpret ret ro d
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revisions to Section 702 as inferring that Public Safety services would be
contracted out.
It was the consensus of Council to retain Section 702 as it is currently
written.
It was moved by Council Member M: Gaughan, seconded by Council Member
Riley, and unanimously carried to and the motion to eliminate consideration
of Section 702, and place Sections 515, 1307 as amended and the initiative
Council Term Limitation measure on the November 2, 1993 ballot.
The Resolutions setting the Special Election for November 2, 1993, were
held pending revision of the wording by the City Attorney to conform with
action taken by the City Cou nc i l on the Charter Amendments (see page 8 where
discussion resumed on this matter.)
ORAL CCOMUNICATIONS
Mr. Robert Engle, 12659 Ibbetson Ave., expressed opposition to the City
requiring him to remove his trailer from the front of his property, noting
there are many trailers in his neighborhood that also violate this Code
requirement.
Mr. Joel Lubin, 7820 Al l e ng rov a St., spoke regarding the importance of
Code E n f o roc eme nt throughout the City t m maintain the high quality of l i f e in
Downey.
Mr. Mike Hadley, representing Downey Police Officers' Association,
expressed appreciation for the recently adopted salary increase for police
officers, and requested the same pay inc rea se for Police Captains.
ADM INI STRATI VE REPORTS: (Continued)
REVISED FI NM. FIXED ROUTE TRANSIT PLAN
Mr. Jarrett summarized the staff report, outlining the specifics of a
transit plan that could be implemented on a one - year trial basis.
Cou nc i l Member Boggs referenced a 1986 survey that indicates ridership is
not equally divided throughout the City, and requested this issue be addressed
in the future. She favored a change in the southeast route to continue south
on Woodruff Avenue and east on Foster Road.
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It was moved by C o u n c i l Member Lawrence, seconded by C o u n c i l Member
Riley, and carried by the following vote to approve the proposed revised Fixed
Route Transit Ilan; authorize solicitation of Requests for Proposals for Fixed
Route Transit Service, and approve funding from Proposition A and C funds for
the 93/94 Fiscal Year to implement a Fixed Mute Transit System:
AYES: 4 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Riley, Boggs, Lawrence, Braze lton
NOES: 1 COUNCIL MEMBERS: McCaughan
Prior to the fo rego i ng vote , Cou nc i l Member McCaughan noted his
opposition to using Proposition A monies as a funding source during these
difficult economic times.
CHARTER AMENDMENT BALLOT MEASURES NW PROPOSED ACTIONS SETTING SPECIAL
MUNICIPAL ELECTION FOR NOVEMBER 2, 1993 (Continued)
RESOLUTION NO. 5708
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOW NEY , CAI FOR NI A,
CALLING MD GIVING NOTICE OF THE HOLDING OF A SPECIA MUNICIPAL
ELECTION ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 1993, FOR THE SUBMISSION OF PROPOSED
AMENDMENTS TO 1HE DOWNEY CITY CHMTER
Mr. Thorson recommended proposed wa rd i ng for Charter Amendment #6
regarding Section 515; and renumbering Charter Amendment #7 to reflect Section
1307 woo rd i ng , and Charter Amendment #8 to indicate the initiative Council Term
Limitation question.
The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Council Member
Riley, seconded by Council Member Lawrence, and unanimously approved to we ive
further reading an adopt.
RESOLUTION NO. 5709
!1 R ESO LU TI 0 N OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOW NEY , CA I FOR NI A,
SETTING PRIORITIES FOR FI LI N6 WRITTEN MGUIWITS R E ARD IN6
PROPOSED CITY CHARTER MEASURES AND DIRECTING 1H E CITY
ATTORNEY 10 PREPARE M IM PARTI A. ANDY SI S
Mr. . Thorson recommended the previous revisions made to Resolution
No. 5708 regarding the Charter Amendment questions also be applied to this
Resolution. He explained the Elections Code regulations pertaining to filing
of arguments for and against a measure.
Mr. Joel Lubin, 7820 Al l e ng ro v e St., referenced copies of documentation
from Long Beach regarding citizens writing arguments in their City elections,
and requested permission to write the argument against the initiative Council
Term Limitation.
After discussion, it was decided that Council Meier McCaughan will write
the argument in favor of Section 515, Charter Amendment 16; Council Member
Boggs will write the argument in favor of Section 1307, th arte r e'd me nt P;
nayor Bra z el ton will write the argument against Charter e ndme nt #8 re ga rd in g
the initiative Council Term Limitation, and the Resolution will reflect this
information in Sections 1 -3.
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The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Council Y , Member
Riley, seconded by Council Member Lawrence, and unanimously carried
further reading unanimously to waive
ing and adopt.
RESOLUTION NO. 5710
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY, CALIFORNIA,
PROVIDING FOR THE FILING OF REBUTTAL ARGUMENTS FOR CITY MEASURES
SUBMITTED AT MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS
The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Council Member
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Lawrence, seconded by Council Member Riley, and unanimously waive
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further reading and adopt.
RESOLUTION NO. 5711
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOW NEY , CAL I FOR NI A
REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE
COUNTY OF LOS AN6 EL ES
TO CONSOLIDATE THE CITY OF DOWNEY SPEC IM. MUNICIPAL ELECTION WITH
NE SPECIAL STATEWIDE ELECTION TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 2, 1993
PU RSU NIT TO SECTION 23300 ET SEQ. OF THE C ILI FOR NI A ELECTIONS CODE
The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Council Member
Lawrence, seconded by Council Member Boggs, and unanimously carried to vs lye
further reading and adopt.
OTHER BUSINESS: CONSENT CALENDAR - ITer1S REMOVED BY COUNCIL APPROVAL
SALE OF PROPOSITION A FUNDS TO CITY OF CItERC E
Council Member McCaughan questioned the designation of these funds, and
was informed the money w i l l be placed in the General Fund.
In response to Mayor Brazelton's questions, Mr. Jarrett explained the
projected revenues and expenditures listed include costs of the fixed transit
route system.
It was moved by Council Member Lawrence, seconded by Council Member
Riley, and unanimously carried to authorize a contract with the Cit y of
Commerce to sell $300,000 of Proposition A funds for $165,000.
CLOSURE OF CITY HILL. ON ALTERNATE FRIDAYS
Council Member It Caughan requested the public be adequately notified of
the new policy regarding closure of City Hall on alternate Fridays.
Various ways to advertise this fact were discussed, i.e. in format ion in
The Comnnun ica tor, notification cards in permit packages, etc.
It was moved by Cou nc i l Member Lawrence, seconded by Cou nc i l Member
McCaughan, and unanimously carried to authorize the closure of City Hall on
alternate Fridays commencing on August 27, 1993.
Prior to the foregoing vote, Council Member Boggs expressed doubt that
this action, taken to meet Air Quality Management District regulations to
reduce car trips, will be successful in meeting this goal.
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Mr. Joel Lubin, 7820 Allengrove St., concurred with Council Member Boggs'
comments.
RESOLUTION NO. 5703
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOW NEY APPROVING
CITY OF DOW N EY FY 1993/94 THREE -YEAR PLAN FOR THE EXPENDITURE
OF PROPOSITION A AND PROPOSITION C LOCAL RETURN FUNDS
Council Member McCaughan clarified that prior approval of the fixed route
system has affected the planned expenditure of Proposition A and C funds.
Mr. Caton explained the required three -year plan can be modified in the
future.
The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Council Member
Boggs, seconded by Council Member Lawrence, and carried by the following vote
to waive further reading and adopt:
AYES: 4 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Riley, Boggs, Lawrence, Brazelton
NOES: 1 COUNCIL MEMBERS: McCaughan
RESOLUTION loo. 5704
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOW NEY ESTABLISHING
A NO -HOUR PARKING RESTRICTION FROM 7:00 A.M. 10 6:00 P.M. EXCEPT
V EEK END S AND HO LI D DIY S ALONG THE EAST SIDE OF PAR /MOUNT BOULEVARD
BETWEEN THIRD STREET AND FOURTH STREET
Due to a potential conflict of interest, Mayor Brazelton advised he will
abstain from voting on this matter.
The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Council Member
Boggs, seconded by Council Member Lawrence, and carried by the following vote,
to waive further reading and adopt:
AYES: 4 COUNCIL MEMBERS: McCaughan, Riley, Boggs, Lawrence
ABSTAIN: 1 COUNCIL M EMBERS: Brazelton
OTHER BUSINESS - Council Members
Council Member McCaughan requested that review of yard sale regulations
be placed on the next agenda for discussion.
Council Member McCaughan requested codification of the shopping cart
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ordinance be considered at the August 27th Council meeting.
CITY COUNCIL POLICY FOR PLAC EN ENT OF ITEMS REQUESTED BY ITS MEMBERS ON
REGULAR MEETING AGENDAS
Council Member McCaughan noted he has reviewed staff's report, and
expressed his understanding of the rules pertaining to placement of items on a
Council Meeting agenda.
Council Member Boggs noted the rules do not preclude any Council Member
from placing an item on the agenda.
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Mr. Caton discussed past practices in placing items on the agenda.
There was no Cou nc i l action on this. matter.
Council Member Riley requested placement of additional trash cans at
Furman Park for public use during the su mme r concerts.
Council Member Riley urged continued effort in establishin a community
center. 9 ty
Council Member Riley requested i •
y q , n fo nia t ion on the purchase o f f � re � � s
at a Downey fireworks stand by a minor, who later started a fire with said
fireworks.
Chief Irwin advised he will obtain the information requested.
C o u n c i l Member Lawrence referenced a letter received from Dr. Raymond H.
Lyon, requesting some type of memo r is 1 to honor former U.S. Congressman and
Downey resident, Del Clawson.
This item was referred to the Recreation and Community Services
Commission for review of a suitable site in the City.
OTHER BUSINESS - Staff Members
Mr. Caton advised that Anaheim Police Chief Joseph Mb Boy had assed away
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today, and requested this meeting be adjourned in his memory.
AD JOU REM EN T: 10:43 p.m.
The meeting wa s ad Sou rned in memory of Ana he i■ Police Chief Joseph
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Molloy, to 6:30 p.m., August 10, 1993, in the Council Chamber of the Downey
Cit y Hall.
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