HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-06-28-94-Regular Meeting MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
JUNE 28, 1994
TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS
SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO.
Certificates of Appreciation to longtime Downey
businesses that have served community 1
Certificate of Appreciation to Carol Rowland for
service on Recreation & Community Services Comm.,
Dist. 5; also congratulated on assuming position of
Keep Downey Beautiful Coordinator 1
Ord. re Zone Change 94 -4, for properties at 9117,9121,
9125, 9131, 9191, 9201, 9215, 9227, 9245 Florence Av.
& 10035 Haledon Av. Introduced 2
Appeal re conditions of approval for Conditional Use
Permit #94 -13, to expand existing combined { service
station /convenience market at 10808 Lakewood B1. Cont. to 7/26/94 3
Appropriation to fund Public Information Officer &
direct-staff ' to return with job description -prior-to
fil l ing position Approved 5
Appropriation for eight additional issues of "Downey
Communicator" J Failed 5
Allocation of $2,500 each to Downey Symphonic Society
& Downey Art Museum Approved 5
Res. #5806, adopting Fiscal Year 1994 -95 Budget with
implementing documents Adopted as amended 5
Lennie Whittington re Cable TV franchise fees; public
lack of interest in "Downey Communicator"; reduction of
City spending in future; & a p p l i c a b i l i t y of Brown Act
re Downey Community Hospital Board Meetings 5
Myrtle Risley re problems caused by recent breakdown
of Southern Pacific Railroad in Downey 5
Cn. Riley re follow -up to problems created by
Southern Pacific Railroad breakdown & emphasized
importance of working with railroad officials to
alleviate future problems 5
Res. #5807 establishing a 1Jr i-form Schedule of Fees Adopted as amended 7
Minutes: Adjourned Regular Meeting, June 8, 1994; and
Adjourned & Regular Meetings, June 14, 1994 Approved 8
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TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTINUED)
SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO.
Cash Contract #S.S.452, Misc. Repairs & Pedestrian
Improvements: Award of unit price contract to
E.C. Construction Co. Approved 8
Warrants Issued: #101035 - 101458 Approved 8
Appointment of Arthur P. Ochoa, Sr., to Metropolitan
Cooperative Library System Advisory Bd. for 2 -year
term, 7/1/94 - 6/30/96 Approved 8
Memorandum of Agreement with Southeast Los Angeles
County Regional Learning Network Approved 8
Agreement for Crossing Guard Services: Extend
Agreement with All City Management Co. for one year Approved 8
Res. #5808, designating certain employees as Agents
to sign application to State of Calif. Office of
Emergency Services for damages due to earthquake Adopted 8
Zone Change #94 -20, 7944 & 7945 Phlox St. Hearing set 7/12/94 8
Code Amendment #94 -05 re City's Sign Ordinance Hearing set 7/12/94 8
Confirmation of Appointments to Private Industry
Council: Art Aguilar, Clarence Bailey & Lee Powell Approved 8
Res. #5809, approving reappointment of Frank Beckner
to Parking Place Comm., Dist. 1 Adopted 8
Res. #5810, approving appointment of Dan Pulone to
Cable TV Citizens Advisory Comm., Dist. 2 Adopted 8
Res. #5811, approving reappointment of James Pryor to
Traffic Comm., Dist. 2 Adopted 9
Res. #5812, approving reappointment of Stephen Allen
to Planning Comm., Dist. 2 Adopted 9
Res. #5813, approving reappointment of Ed B rown l i e to
Parking Place Comm., Dist. 2 Adopted 9
Res. #5814, approving appointment of Jim Reynolds to
Emergency Preparedness Comm., Dist. 4 Adopted 9
Res. #5815, approving reappointment of Michele Ahrens
to Personnel Advisory Bd., Dist. 4 Adopted 9
Res. #5816, approving reappointment of Arthur Ochoa
to Library Advisory Bd., Dist. 4 Adopted 9
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TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTINUED)
SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO.
Res. #5817, approving reappointment of Martha Reynolds
to Parking Place Comm., Dist. 4 Adopted 9
Res. #5818, approving reappointment of Frank Sheldon
to Planning Comm., Dist. 4 Adopted 9
r-•, Res. #5819, approving reappointment of Joe Davis to
Water Advisory Bd., Dist. 4 Adopted 9
Res. #5820, approving reappointment of Doris McArthur
to Traffic Comm., Dist. 4 r. Adopted 10
Res. #5821, approving appointment of Robert "Bob"
Winningham to Recreation & Community Services Comm.,
Dist. 5 Adopted 10
Res. #5822, approving reappointment of Edwin Baca to
Handicapped Appeals Board Adopted 10
Res. #5823, approving & adopting Annual Appropriations
Limit for Fiscal Year 1994 -95 Adopted 10
Ord. #978, Amending DMC ( #94 -15) re Motor Vehicle
Repair in the R -1 & R -2 Zones Adopted 10
Issuance of Contract with California Landscape Service
to p rovi de landscape maintenance services Approved 11
Cn. McCaughan re clarification that the Code contains
provisions addressing problems of excessive noise &
lighting created by auto repairs in residential zones 11
Mr. Caton commended staff for cooperative efforts
on the City's Budget 11
Mr. Caton complimented staff on preparation of
Landscape Maintenance Contract 11
Adjourned in memory of Winifred-Mary §Johnson, - r
mother of City employee Beverely Lauzon 11
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Meeting adjourned to 7:00 p.m., July 5, 1994, for
Council Reorganization 11
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MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
JUNE 28, 1994
The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at
7:50 p.m., June 28, 1994, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall,
Mayor Robert S. Brazelton presiding.
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PRESENT: Council Members:
Robert S. Brazelton Mayor
Barbara J. Riley Mayor Pro Tem
Gary P. McCaughan, M.D.
Joyce L. Lawrence
Diane P. Boggs
ALSO PRESENT: Gerald M. Caton, City Manager
Tim McOsker, City Attorne
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Judith McDonnell, City Clerk
Lee Powell, Assistant City Manager
Greg Caldwell, Police Chief
Ron Irwin, Fire Chief
Jim Jarrett, Director of Community Services
Richard Redmayne, Director of Public Works
Chris Birch, Director of Personnel
Robert Brace, City Engineer
Bob Gallagher, Building Official
Victoria Jenkins, City Librarian
Kevin O'Conner, Theatre Manager
Christine Roberto, Purchasing Manager
Ed Velasco, Housing Manager
Ron Yoshiki, Asst. Comm. Dev. Director /City Planner
June Yotsuya, Assistant to the City Manager
Mary Martineau, Senior Planner
Cindi Lee, Executive Secretary
PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Brazelton presented Certificates of Appreciation to representatives
of the following longtime Downey businesses that have served the community:
Good Night Sleep Center and Frantone's Pizza & Spaghetti Villa. The businesses
of California Business Service, Downey Escrow Company, Tabbert's Television
Company, and Adept Prosthetics were also acknowledged.
Council Member Lawrence presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Carol
Rowland for her service on the Recreation and Community Services Commission,
and offered congratulations on her new City position as Keep Downey Beautiful
Coordinator.
HEARINGS
Mayor Brazelton opened the public hearing on ZONE CHANGE NO. 94-4, FOR
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 9117, 9121, 9131, 9191, 9201, 9215, 9227, 9245 FLORENCE
AVENUE AND 10035 HALEDON AVENUE - REQUEST FOR ZONE CHANGE FROM R1- 10,000
(SINGLE - FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) TO R -3 -0 (MULTI - FAMILY RESIDENTIAL, OWNERSHIP).
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Ms. McDonnell affirmed receipt of the proof of publication, which was so
ordered to receive and file.
Mr. Yoshiki summarized the staff report, narrating a brief slide
presentation of the subject and surrounding areas: He noted the single-family
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residence at 9201 Florence A
v ue i s situated between two existing ng condomi n � um
developments. The applicant and owner of t thi s site, Mr. Tony Uva, initiated a
Zone Change request to allow construction of a condominium at the location, and
the Planning Commission expanded' the area to include the additional subject
properties. Approval of this Zone Change will be consistent with the zoning
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designated on the General. Plan and *with the existing developments, which are
multi-family units permitted by old 'Zone Exception cases. Certain Zone
Exceptions will be retained to avoid nonconforming
p o conforms ng status for
properties in the future. Regarding residents' concerns with increased traffic
on Arrington Avenue, the City's Traffic Committee has requested the area be
closely monitored by the Downey Police Department for enforcement of speed
restrictions.
No correspondence was received regarding this matter.
Mayor Brazelton asked the applicant or his representative to come forward
and present the case; however, no one approached the podium.
As there was no one to speak in favor or opposition to the proposed Zone
Change, it was moved by Council Member Lawrence, seconded by Council Member
Boggs, and so ordered to close the public hearing.
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE :CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY CHANGING THE
ZONE OF PROPERTIES LOCATED AT 9117, 9121, 9125, 9131, 9191, 9201, 9215,
9227 €,, 9245 FLORENCE AVENUE AND 10035 HALEDON AVENUE, DOWNEY, FROM
R1- 10,000 (SINGLE- FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) TO R -3 -0 (MULTI - FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL, OWNERSHIP) AND AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY TO REFLECT SUCH CHANGE OF ZONE
(ZONE CHANGE NO. 94 -4)
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.
Mayor Brazelton opened the public hearing on APPEAL OF A CONDITION OF
APPROVAL FOR CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 94 -13, A REQUEST TO EXPAND AN EXISTING
COMBINED SERVICE STATION /CONVENIENCE MARKET ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT 10808 LAKE -
WOOD BOULEVARD.
Ms. McDonnell affirmed the proof of publication.
Mayor Brazelton read a letter received by staff from the applicant,
requesting a continuance of the public hearing to July 26, 1994, as the
applicant is unable to attend the meeting tonight.
It was moved by Council Member Boggs and seconded by Council Member
Lawrence to approve the applicant's request for continuance of the hearing.
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Mayor Brazelton asked if there was anyone present who wished to speak
regarding this matter, since the public hearing was advertised for this date.
The motion to approve the applicant's request for continuance was
withdrawn, with the concurrence of the second.
Mr. Lennie Whittington, 8542 Manatee St., indicated he would be unable to
attend the July 26th meeting. He then distributed via the City Clerk copies of
a gas station survey he conducted in 1985 relating to public restrooms, air and
water provided to consumers at Downey gas stations, and noted that two Thrifty
Oil Gas Stations did not have restrooms open to the public at that time, nor
did they provide air and water. He mentioned problems he experienced while
attempting to access the one public restroom at the subject gas station, and
stressed the need for compliance of all gas stations with City and State
regulations.
There being no one else wishing to speak, it was moved by Council Member
Boggs, seconded by Council Member Lawrence, and unanimously carried to continue
the hearing on Appeal of Conditional Use Permit No. 94 -13 to 7:30 p.m., July 26,
1994, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall.
Mayor Brazelton opened the public hearing for the CITY OF DOWNEY PROPOSED
BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 1994 -95.
Ms. McDonnell affirmed the proof of publication.
Mr. Powell summarized the staff report, noting the City Charter requires
the budget be adopted by June 30, 1994. The proposed budget includes a $90,000
allocation for sidewalks and school repairs as requested by Council at the
Budget Study Session. He referenced other information for Council 's review
co.ncerni,ng potential budget costs to fund a Public Information Officer
position, publication of additional issues of the City's newsletter, and
cablecasting City Council Meetings.
Council Member Lawrence expressed support of the Public Information
Officer position as an effective means of communicating with constituents
regarding ongoing property maintenance and neighborhood preservation issues,
etc. She noted that dissemination of information to the public can also be
accomplished by publishing the "Downey Communicator" on a more frequent basis,
and clarified that money is available in the Cable TV Fund to finance
cablecasting expenses related to Council Meetings. She favored a $15,000
allotment to the Chamber of Commerce, and advocated community support for its
many worthy activities. She referenced a letter from the Chamber, expressing
her dismay at its indication that she, as the Council liaison, could not
further assist the Chamber. She requested that $2,500 be appropriated to both
the Downey Symphonic Society and the Downey Art Museum, respectively.
Ms. Joan Warner, Executive Director of the Downey Chamber of Commerce,
11131 Brookshire Ave., publicly apologized on behalf of the Chamber for the
letter received by Council Member Lawrence, noting she has performed her duties
as Council liaison to the Chamber in an exemplary fashion. She mentioned that
more people should have attended the informative budget study session that was
previously conducted by the Council, to learn about the City's government.
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Mr. Lennie Whittington, 8542 Manatee St., favored additional street
sweeping enforcement positions. He questioned the need for an appropriation to
fund a Washington D.C. lobbyist for assisting the City in retaining Rockwell
International as a major employer; the funding of a consultant position to aid
in implementing revised Redevelopment Law (AB1290); and the excessive cost to
develop a Downey Redevelopment brochure. He agreed the City has adequate money
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in franchise fees to fund cabl ecasti ng of Council Meetings.
Council Member McCaughan discussed interfund transfers involving the
General Fund, Cable TV Fund and Capital Project Fund. He clarified that
General Fund revenues exceeding expenditures could be appropriated to any area,
and questioned the actual benefit received from cabl ecasti ng Council Meetings
based on viewer audience versus the large financial investment. He supported
the concept of retaining a Public Information Officer position and the frequent
distribution
st ibution of the Downey Communicator," noting the need to organize
information and services in one area. He agreed with appropriating
to $15,000
the Chamber of Commerce, and mentioned the f l e x i b i l i t y of the budget in the
coming year.
Council Member Riley concurred with the need to keep the public informed;
however, she also questioned the size of the viewing audience if Council
Meetings were televised. She agreed with Council Member Lawrence's suggestion
to subsidize the Downey Symphonic Society and Downey Art Museum, and
recommended the Chamber of Comerce receive a designated amount to support its
important activities.
Council Member Boggs concurred with the $15,000 allotment to the Chamber
of Commerce, recommending the funds be used in the areas of "Shop in Downey"
promotion, Chamber publications, Chamber services information, and Small
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Development Center, and requested these four items be outlined i
with q in a
contract with the Chamber if one is established. She agreed there is a
communication gap between the City and the public, but could not support
approval of a Public Information Officer position without studying and
prioritizing all vacant positions within the City. She suggested that staff
ask Continental Cabl evi si on if they would televise a Council Meeting using only
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one camera, similar to the way other community events are covered by this Cable
Company, prior to the City investing a large amount of money is this area. She
doubted whether increased frequency of City publications '
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interest, and expressed support of comunity assistance and volunteerism to
help the Downey Symphonic Society and Downey Art Museum, noting her caution of
setting a precedent by subsidizing community organizations.
Mayor Brazelton commented on the limited City budget, and suggested
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publishing a summary of Council agendas in the local newspaper as a means of
communication with the public. He concurred with Council Member Boggs' remarks
concerning the need to study all vacant City positions prior to approving a
specific one at this time, and favored allocating $15,000 to the Chamber of
Commerce.
It was moved by Council Member Boggs, seconded by Council Member Lawrence,
and so ordered to close the public hearing.
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( ; c : ) : ) It was moved b y Council Member Lawrence, seconded by Council Member
McCaughan, and carried by the following vote to appropriate $48,300 in the
budget to fund a Public Information Officer position, and direct staff to
return., to Council with an , appropri €a.te job description prior to filling the
position:
AYES: 4 COUNCIL MEMBERS: McCaughan, Riley, Lawrence, Brazelton
NOES: 1 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Boggs
It was moved by Council Member Lawrence, seconded by Council Member Riley,
and failed by the following vote to appropriate $56,800 for eight additional
issues of the "Downey Communicator:"
AYES: 2 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Riley, Lawrence
NOES: 3 COUNCIL MEMBERS: McCaughan, Boggs, Brazelton
Prior to the foregoing vote, Mayor Brazelton noted he will await
recommendations from the new Public Information Officer on various ways to
communicate with the public.
Council Member McCaughan expressed support for the newsletter concept, but
could not approve additional issues at this time based on unknown specifics,
including costs.
Staff was directed to contact Continental Cablevision regarding televising
a City Council meeting with one camera.
It was moved by Council Member Lawrence, seconded by Council Member Riley,
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and carried by the following vote to allocate $2,500 to both the Downey
Symphonic Society and the Downey Art Museum, respectively:
AYES: 3 COUNCIL MEMBERS:. McCaughan, Riley, Lawrence
NOES: 2 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Boggs, Brazelton
RESOLUTION NO. 5806
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
ADOPTING THE FISCAL YEAR 1994 -95 BUDGET WITH IMPLEMENTING DOCUMENTS
The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Council Member
McCaughan, seconded by Council Member Riley, and unanimously carried to waive
further reading and adopt as amended.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Mr. Lennie Whittington, 8542 Manatee St., cited figures regarding cable
television franchise fees, discussed public lack of interest in the "Downey
Communicator ", and recommended reduced City spending in the future. He
inquired about the applicability of the Brown Act with regard to Downey
Community Hospital Board Meetings, noting the Council serves as ex-officio
members of the Board.
Ms. Myrtle Risley, 7938 Phlox St., referenced problems caused by the
recent breakdown of the Southern Pacific Railroad in Downey, specifically the
unsupervised, dangerous situation created when young students attempted to
bypass the stalled train at Paramount Boulevard on their way to school.
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Council Member Riley noted that after being contacted by Mrs. Risley
regarding the matter, she called the Police Department, who responded
immediately to the area. She reiterated the importance of working with
Railroad officials to alleviate problems related to train traffic in Downey.
Council Member Brazelton requested a letter be sent to Railroad officials
concerning this episode and related liability issues.
The meeting recessed at 9:25 p.m. and reconvened at 9:30 p.m.
,...� HEARINGS (Continued)
Mayor Brazelton opened the public hearing on ESTABLISHING A UNIFORM
SCHEDULE OF FEES.
Ms. McDonnell affirmed the proof of publication. It was moved by Council
Member Lawrence, seconded by Council Member Boggs, and so ordered to receive
and file.
Mr. Powell summarized the staff report, noting the recommendation to
increase 161 fees from three to six percent. Three new fees are proposed for
Administrative Appeals and Code Interpretations related to Planning issues, and
a Public Works fee for curb painting. He commented on the proposed elimination
of the Library fee for reserving books since the new computer system allows
patrons to reserve their own materials via computer terminal. The City Parking
Place Commission has recommended a discount be given for purchase of a block of
ten or more parking permits. A new rate structure has been proposed for Rio
Hondo Golf Course fees, based on the higher standards of the redeveloped golf
course and a survey of similar golf course rates. Although the proposed fee
adjustments will increase the service fee revenue in the General Fund by
$20,000, fee revenue has gradually decreased over the past five years because
many fees are related to building development, which has declined. He
referenced a letter received from the Downey Civic Light Opera (DCLO)
Association, expressing concern about high theatre rates, and Mr. Jarrett's
response memo.
Council Member Boggs questioned the necessity for the Planning Code
Interpretation Fee.
Mr. Yoshiki explained the Downey Municipal Code does not list every
permitted use in a specific zone, so there are times when a citizen requests a
particular use which is not outlined in the Code. The proposed fee w i l l cover
staff expenses related to researching materials and preparing reports for
Planning Commission consideration to decide whether to permit the use in that
particular zone.
Council Member Boggs requested a discounted fee be offered to Downey
organizations for theatre use, and discussed issues related to theatre
overhead, maintenance, and revenue generation from DCLO events.
Mr. Caton suggested that Council consider allocating a specific amount to
the theatre, noting the City currently subsidizes the theatre at a rate of
$180,000 per year.
Council Member Boggs preferred maintaining a fair rate schedule for
theatre use by Downey organizations.
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Mayor Brazelton asked if there was anyone present who wished to speak
regarding the proposed schedule of fees.
Ms. Marsha Moode, 7903 Second St., Public Relations Director, Downey Civic
Light Opera (DCLO), discussed increased theatre rates approved in recent years
which have adversely affected the DCLO, causing elimination of the annual
Christmas, Show, reduction i n show performances, and rehearsal time. She
requested the fee schedule. ; reflect reasonable , rates, including overtime
charges, to which the DCLO can adjust.
There being no one else wishing to speak regarding this matter, it was
moved by Council Member Boggs, seconded by Council Member Lawrence, and so
ordered to close the public hearing.
RESOLUTION NO. 5807
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
ESTABLISHING A UNIFORM SCHEDULE OF FEES
The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Council Member
Boggs and seconded by Council Member Lawrence, to waive further reading and
adopt, deleting the Planning Code Interpretion Fee, and establishing a policy
of offering discounted theatre use rates to Downey organizations. (See motion
withdrawn.)
Council Member McCaughan expressed concern with the financial impact on
the budget of the proposed fee amendments, and supported the Planning fee for
Code Interpretations, noting the work that must be done to address a matter not
found in the Code.
With concurrence of the second, Council Member Boggs withdrew her motion.
It was moved by Council Member Boggs, seconded by Council Member Lawrence,
and failed by the following vote to waive further reading and adopt, with the
exception of the Planning Code Interpretation Fee of $100:
AYES: 2 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Boggs, Lawrence
NOES: 3 COUNCIL MEMBERS: McCaughan, Riley, Brazelton
It was moved by Council Member Boggs, seconded by Council Member Lawrence,
and unanimously carried tok waive further reading and adopt as amended: with
the exception of the rate schedules related to use of the Downey Theatre, and
direct staff to return with a proposed rate discount for theatre use by Downey
organizations, and the financial impact of said modification.
CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEMS FOR REMOVAL: None.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Council Member McCaughan advised he w i l l be abstaining from voting on the
Minutes of the Adjourned and Regular Meetings of June 14, 1994, as he was not
present at these meetings.
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It was moved by Council Member Riley, seconded by Council Member Lawrence,
and unanimously carried to waive further reading of the Resolutions and approve
the Consent Calendar as recomended (Council Member McCaughan abstained from
voting on the Minutes of Adjourned and Regular Council Meetings, June 14, 1994) :
COUNCIL MINUTES: ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING - JUNE 8, 1994; AND ADJOURNED
AND REGULAR MEETINGS OF JUNE 14, 1994: Approve.
CASH CONTRACT NO. S.S. 452 - MISCELLANEOUS REPAIRS AND PEDESTRIAN
IMPROVEMENTS: Award unit price contract totalling $104,779.10 to E.C.
••■• Construction Company (Account #26- 16452, 25 -13933 & 28- 17185) : Approve.
WARRANTS ISSUED: NO. 101035 - 101458, $1,328,393.55: Approve.
APPOINTMENT OF ARTHUR P. OCHOA, SR., TO THE METROPOLITAN COOPERATIVE
LIBRARY SYSTEM ADVISORY BOARD for the two year term of July 1, 1994 - June 30,
1996: Approve.
MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT WITH SOUTHEAST LOS ANGELES COUNTY REGIONAL
LEARNING NETWORK: Approve and authorize signing of the Memorandum of Agreement
with the Southeast Los Angeles County Regional Learning Network: Approve.
AGREEMENT FOR CROSSING GUARD SERVICES: Extend Agreement with All City
Management Co. for one (1) year: Approve.
RESOLUTION NO. 5808 (ADOPT)
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
DESIGNATING CERTAIN CITY EMPLOYEES AS AGENTS, TO SIGN APPLICATION
TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES
FOR DAMAGES DUE TO EARTHQUAKE
ZONE CHANGE NO. 94 -20, FOR PROPERTIES LOCATED AT 7944 AND 7945 PHLOX
STREET (Applicant, Donald Fuller): Set hearing for 7:30 p.m., July 12, 1994,
in the Council Chamber of Downey City Hall: Approve.
CODE AMENDMENT NO. 94-05, AN AMENDMENT TO SECTION 9148 OF THE DOWNEY
MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO THE CITY'S SIGN ORDINANCE: Set hearing for 7:30
p.m., July 12, 1994, in the Council Chamber of Downey City Hall: Approve.
CONFIRMATION OF APPOINTMENTS TO PRIVATE INDUSTRY COUNCIL: Confirm the
appointments of Art Aguilar, Clarence Bailey and Lee Powell: Approve.
RESOLUTION NO. 5809 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE REAPPOINTMENT OF FRANK BECKNER TO THE
PARKING PLACE COMMIISSION FOR COUNCILMANIC DISTRICT ONE
RESOLUTION NO. 5810 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF DAN PULONE TO THE CABLE TV
CITIZENS ADVISORY COMMITTEE FOR COUNCILMANIC DISTRICT TWO
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RESOLUTION NO. 5811 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE REAPPOINTMENT OF JAMES PRYOR TO THE TRAFFIC
COMMITTEE FOR COUNCILMANIC DISTRICT TWO
RESOLUTION NO. 5812 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE REAPPOINTMENT OF STEPHEN ALLEN TO THE
PLANNING COMMISSION FOR COUNCILMANIC DISTRICT TWO
RESOLUTION NO. 5813 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE REAPPOINTMENT OF ED , BROWNL IE TO THE PARKING
PLACE COMMISSION FOR COUNCILMANIC DISTRICT TWO
RESOLUTION NO. 5814 (ADOPT)
A- RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF JIM REYNOLDS TO THE EMERGENCY
PREPAREDNESS COMMITTEE FOR COUNCILMANIC DISTRICT FOUR
RESOLUTION NO. 5815 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF I 0 THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE REAPPOINTMENT OF MICHELE AHRENS TO THE
PERSONNEL ADVISORY BOARD FOR COUNCILMANIC DISTRICT FOUR
RESOLUTION NO. 5816 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE REAPPOINTMENT OF ARTHUR OCHOA TO THE
LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD FOR COUNCILMANIC DISTRICT FOUR
RESOLUTION NO. 5817 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE REAPPOINTMENT OF MARTHA REYNOLDS TO THE
PARKING PLACE COMMISSION FOR COUNCILMANIC DISTRICT FOUR
RESOLUTION NO. 5818 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE REAPPOINTMENT s OF FRANK SHELDON TO THE
PLANNING COMMISSION FOR COUNCILMANIC DISTRICT FOUR
RESOLUTION NO. 5819 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE REAPPOINTMENT OF JOE DAVIS TO THE WATER
ADVISORY BOARD FOR COUNCILMANIC DISTRICT FOUR
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RESOLUTION NO. 5820 (ADOPT)
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE REAPPOINTMENT OF DORIS McARTHUR TO THE
TRAFFIC COMMITTEE FOR COUNCILMANIC DISTRICT FOUR
RESOLUTION NO. 5821 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF ROBERT "BOB" WINNINGHAM TO THE
RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION FOR
COUNCILMANIC DISTRICT FIVE
RESOLUTION NO. 5822 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE REAPPOINTMENT OF EDWIN BACA TO THE
HANDICAPPED APPEALS BOARD
RESOLUTION NO. 5823 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE ANNUAL APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT
FOR FISCAL YEAR 1994 -95
ORDINANCES NOT SET FORTH ABOVE
Council Member McCaughan advised he will be abstaining from voting on
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matter as he was not present at the public hearing when the Ordinance was
introduced on June 14, 1994.
ORDINANCE NO. 978
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING TEXT CODE AMENDMENT NO. 94 -15, AMENDING DOWNEY
MUNICIPAL CODE, SECTIONS 9110.14 AND 9112.12 AS THEY RELATE
.-.. TO MOTOR VEHICLE REPAIR IN THE R -1 (SINGLE - FAMILY RESIDENTIAL)
AND R -2 (TWO- FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) ZONES
The Ordinance 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
ABSTAIN: 1 COUNCIL MEMBERS: McCaughan
Prior to the foregoing vote, Mr. Joe Romero, 9003 Stoakes Ave., expressed
support of regulating motor vehicle repair in residential areas, citing a
specific problem in his neighborhood regarding continual repair work being done
on cars at a residence.
Mr. Lennie Whittington, 8542 Manatee St., favored the proposed Ordinance,
and suggested there be further restrictions on the amount of registered
automobiles allowed for repair at a specific residence. He mentioned the
irritating large vapor floodlights that facilitate car repair during evening
hours.
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3 RESOLUTIONS NOT SET FORTH ABOVE: None.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
ISSUANCE OF CONTRACT WITH CALIFORNIA LANDSCAPE SERVICE TO PROVIDE
LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICE
Mr. Powell explained the requested contract with California Landscape
Service w i l l provide landscape maintenance services for street medians, water
well sites, along freeway soundwal l s , street parkways, irrigation systems, and
trimming of trees located in street medians. This change would free existing
City employees from these tasks, who will then be transferred to the Water Yard
to utilize their services in a more efficient manner. Bids were submitted for
this service, and the low bid of $64,604 is considerably less than the City's
current budget for landscape maintenance, at a savings of approximately
$122,922.
Council Member McCaughan reiterated the need for maintaining areas near
City Entry Signs, and at the on -ramp and off-ramp locations serving the Santa
Ana Freeway from Paramount Boulevard.
Council Member Lawrence clarified the clean -up of stamped concrete is not
specifically mentioned in the contract, but debris removal is outlined as part
of the services provided.
It was by Council Member McCaughan, seconded by Council Member Riley, and
unanimously carried to approve the contract with California Landscape Service
to rovide landscape maintenance services to specific areas as outlined, in the
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amount of $64,604.
OTHER BUSINESS - CONSENT CALENDAR: Items Removed by Council Approval: None.
OTHER BUSINESS - COUNCIL MEMBERS
Council Member McCaughan received clarification from Mr. Yoshi ki that
there are provisions in the Downey Municipal Code addressing the problems
re ardin rhood. essive noise and lighting reported by Mr. Whittington in his
neighbo
OTHER BUSINESS: Staff Members
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Mr. Caton commended staff for their cooperative work efforts on the 1994 -
95 City Budget.
Mr. Caton expressed appreciation to Public Works staff and Mr. Powell for
their work in developing the Landscape Maintenance Contract which will save the
City considerable costs.
ADJOURNMENT: 10:15 p.m.
The meeting was a djourned in memory of Winifred Mary Johnson, mother of
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City Employee Beverley Lauzon to 7:00 p.m., July 5, 1994, in the Council
Chamber of the Downey City Hall, for the City Council Reorganization Meeting.
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