HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-12-10-91-Regular Meeting 4 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
DECEMBER 10, 1991
TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS
SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO.
Presentation of Rebate Check from Water Replenishment
District 1
Presentation of Silver Bar to winner of City's 35th
Anniversary Treasure Hunt 1
Certificates of Appreciation to co- chairs of City's
35th Anniversary activities 1
Certificates of Appointment and Appreciation 1
Appeal, Denial of extension for Conditional Use Denied; applicant
Permit #206 (9561 Imperial Hwy.) directed to apply
for new C.U.P. 2
Res. #5517 approving Appeal, Lot Line Adjustment
(12256 Paramount Blvd.) Adopted 3
Res. #5518 approving Conditional Use Permit #91 -78
(8036 Orange St.) Adopted 4
Res. #5519 approving Zone Variance #91 -77
(8036 Orange St.) Adopted 4
Res. #5520 approving Tentative Tract Map #49882
(8036 Orange St.) Adopted 5
Items Removed from Consent Calendar 5
Minutes: Special Cld. Mtg., 11/19/91 (as corrected);
Adjourned & Regular Mtgs., 11/26/91 Approved 5
Warrants issued: #41396 - 41625 Approved 5
Zone Change #91 - 109 (7865 & 7877 Florence Ave.) Set hrg. 1/13/92 5
Transfers from General Fund & Capital Project Fund
to State Grant Fund Approved 5
1992 Fuel- Efficient Traffic Signal Management (FETSIM)
Grant: Appropriate funds for Program & approve
firm to collect data Approved 6
Authorization to retain services of Martin &
Chapman as Election Consultants for 6/2/92
Election Approved 6
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COUNCIL MINUTES, DECEMBER 10, 1991
TABLE OF ACTIONS (CONTINUED)
SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO.
General Plan Amendment #91 -107 & Downey Municipal
Code Amendment #91 -101 re senior housing standards Set hrg. 1/13/92 6
Ord. #939 amending Downey Municipal Code re
prohibitive conduct within cemeteries Adopted 6
Ord. amending Downey Municipal Code re redefining
boundaries of Councilmanic Districts Introduced 6
Connie Wetzstein re safety of school children
crossing Old River School Rd. without crosswalk 7 .
Joyce Lawrence re material missing from City Council
Agenda Packet a v a i l a b l e at Library 7
Margaret Marlin re upcoming Zone Change hearing
affecting area of Burns Ave. & Firestone Blvd. and
subsequent noise problems; requested moratorium
on development in this area to allow conduction of
noise studies 7
Myrtle Risley requested moratorium on noise - related
businesses to allow time to study noise problem 7
Residents living in area of Brookshire Ave. &
Manatee St. re opposition to 30 day eviction
notices on their rental property 7
Lennie Whittington re aforesaid 30 day eviction notices
& possible compromise to be worked out to extend time
limit for vacating premises 7
Jim Klosterman representing Downey Community Hospital
re time extension on 30 day eviction notices &
assistance in relocating residents 7
Mid -Year Budget Review for Fiscal Year 1991 -92 Set for 4 :30 p.m.,
1/21/92 8
Storm Drain Reimbursement District - Parrot St. Return to Council
south of Quoit St.: Direct City Attorney to at 1/28/92 mtg.
review alternate funding sources 9
Intra- Community Transit Study: Enhance & retain
current Dial -a -Ride Transit Svs.; provide concept
approval for fixed route bus service; authorize
preparation of specifications for selecting contract-
transit provider; retain A -M -M -A to assist system
development Approved 10
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TABLE OF ACTIONS (CONTINUED)
SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO
City Trip Reduction Plan for South Coast Air
Quality Management District Approved 10
Cn. Carter re needed crosswalk on Old River School
Road between Firestone Blvd. & Florence Ave. 10
Cn. Carter re day care center for school children
at Spencer Williams Elementary School 10
Set date for first mtg. in January Set mtg. 1/13/92 10
Set mtg. date for second reading of Redistricting Set mtg. 12/17/91;
Ordinance 4 :30 p.m. 10
Adjourn in memory of Ms. Hope Hiatt, mother of
Ms. Lois Buchanan 10
Adjournment to 4:30 p.m., December 17, 1991 10
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MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
• OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
DECEMBER 10, 1991
The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at
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7:35 p.m., December 10, 1991, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall,
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Mayor Barbara J. Hayden presiding.
PRESENT: Council Members:
Barbara J. Hayden Mayor
Diane P. Boggs Mayor Pro -Tem
Robert G. Cormack
Robert S. Brazelton
Richard D. Carter
ALSO PRESENT: Gerald M. Caton, City Manager
Peter Thorson, City Attorney
Joyce E. Baker, Deputy City Clerk
Ken Farfs i ng, Assistant City Manager
Lee Powell, Assistant City Manager
James Jarrett, Director of Community Services
Clayton Mayes, Police Chief
Art Rangel , Director of Community Development
Richard Redmayne, Acting Director of Public Works
Ron Yoshiki, Assist. Comm. Dev. Director /City Planner
Robert Brace, Acting City Engineer
Dennis Chelstrom, Police Captain
Gail Crook, Battalion Chief
June Yotsuya, Assistant to the City Manager
Cindi Apidgian, Executive Secretary
PRESENTATIONS:
Mr. Dan Velasco, representing the Water Replenishment District, presented
a rebate check in the amount of $1,231.75 to Mayor Hayden who accepted on
behalf of the City.
Mr. Willis Leach, President of the Second Century Foundation, presented a
bar of silver to Ms. Arlene Scott, winner of the City's 35th Anniversary
Treasure Hunt.
Mayor Hayden presented Certificates of Appreciation to Mr. Willis Leach
and Ms. Lois Buchanan, Co- Chairpersons of the City's 35th Anniversary
Celebration for their work on activities related to the City's Anniversary.
Mayor Hayden presented Certificates of Appointment to Mr. Brian Gasdia,
Personnel Advisory Board - District 5; Mr. Noncan Horney, Design Review Board
(Citizen -at- Large); and Mr. Frank Sheldon, Planning Commission - District 4.
Mayor Hayden presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Mr. Bradley
Gaston for service on the Planning Commission - District 4.
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HEARINGS
Mayor Hayden opened the public hearing on APPEAL, DENIAL OF EXTENSION FOR
COHDITIONAL USE PERMIT N0. 206, 9561 IMPERIAL HIGHWAY - DALES TOE, INC. which
was continued from the meeting of November 26, 1991.
Mr. Rangel summarized the staff report, noting this Conditional Use
Permit was initially approved in 1984 with subsequent extensions. The
applicant was under the impression his facility had permanent approval. Staff
recommends denial of the extension and direction to the applicant to file a
new Conditional Use Permit for consideration before the Planning Commission.
#—"• Mr. Dale Kirk, 8561 Imperial Hwy., the applicant, noted there have not
been any complaints filed with Code Enforcement regarding his property. He
admitted that extensions on his Conditional Use Permit had expired, however,
the City has continuously renewed his business license. He has maintained his
property under conditions set forth by the City and would like to continue
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operating his business from this location.
Mr. Thorson advised the law does not allow Council to extend a
Conditional Use Permit without a public hearing before the Planning
Commission. Staff's recommendation is not to act on the permanency of the
Conditional Use Permit, but rather to direct the applicant to apply for a new
Permit for consideration before the Planning Commission. At that time, any
concerns can be addressed accordingly.
Discussion ensued regarding reasons for Alearing this Appeal before
Council.
Council Member Boggs recommended some type of compensation be given to
the applicant if he has spent funds unnecessarily to bring this Appeal before
Council.
No correspondence was received on this matter.
Appeal, There being no one to speak in favor o r opposition to the it was
moved by Council Member Cormack, seconded by Council Member Brazelton, and so
ordered to close the public hearing.
It was moved by Council Member Boggs, seconded by Council Member Carter
and unanimously carried to approve a Minute Action denying the Appeal and
directing the applicant to apply for a new Conditional Use Permit for
consideration before the Planning Commission.
Mayor Hayden advised the applicant to contact staff regarding the process
to follow for a new Conditional Use Permit.
Mayor Hayden advised that Council will now consider the APPEAL ON DENIAL
OF LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT NO. 91 -80 FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 12256 PARAMOUNT
BOULEVARD; CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 91 -78, ZONE VARIANCE NO. 91 -77, AND
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 49882 FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 8036 ORANGE STREET. The
public hearing was closed at the meeting of November 26, 1991 and direction
was given to the applicant to realign his project facing a residential street.
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Mr. Rangel summarized the staff report, recommending
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Appeal based upon realignment of the applicant's ro 'ect onto residential
He narrated a brief p � to a
street. ief slide presentation showing the development's
entrance off Montgomery Street and the frontages p
outages facing Orange Street.
Because the setback is only 10 feet and the Code requires 20 feet, a n
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a pp needed. I f approved, he recommended a q u i t c l a i m
deed back to the applicant for the access rights on Montgomery Street.
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Council Member. Boggs clarified that adjacent to this project is a large
parking lot; therefore, there is no other development on Montgomery Street
that protrudes out more g y
p than 10 feet on either side of this street. She
mentioned these special circumstances could warrant approval of the requested
10 foot setback. However, this action should not be construed as a precedent
for allowing setback variances except in special circumstances that make it
reasonable to do so.
Council Member Carter questioned the amount of square footage in the lot
exclusive of all easements and was informed there is approximately 9,000
square feet.
Mr. George Hanson, 8055 Florence Ave., representing the applicant, stated
that representing pp '
at the total square footage of property including the additional land that
is being acquired is 10,637 square feet. By realigning his project, the
setback on Orange Street is now 20 feet. He expressed concern with a Zone
Variance condition that requires a 50 square foot area for a trash
enclosure. Trash facilities will be inside each of the units' garages and
probably be picked -up on an individual basis by Calsan.
Mr. Rangel explained the requirement provides a common trash area for all
units. He expressed concern that if Calsan will not pick -up individual trash
containers, there may be a problem if a common trash enclosure is not
requi red.
Mayor Hayden clarified that Calsan currently picks up individual trash
containers at the applicant's similar development in Downey and should collect
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trash at this new location in the same way.
RESOLUTION NO. 5517 '
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
OVERTURNING THE DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION AND
APPROV I NG LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT NO. 91 -80 FOR PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 12256 PARAMOUNT BOULEVARD
I t was moved by Council Member Cormack, seconded by Council Member Boggs,
and carried by the following vote to waive further reading and adopt:
AYES: 3 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Cormack, Boggs, Hayden
NOES: 2 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Carter, Brazelton
Prior to the foregoing vote, Council Member Brazelton concurred with the
Planning Commission's decision, noting that no new factors have surfaced that
need to be considered. Also, it does not seem reasonable to develop four
units on the size of property involved.
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Council Member Carter concurred with Council Member Brazelton 's commentst,
noting roblems in project design that were previously considered by the
Planning Commission and the buildable space on this small parcel of land.
Council Member Cormack mentioned there was enough room to improve this
area.
Council Member Boggs noted that special circumstances involved in the
setback variance make approval reasonable and reiterated her desire not to set
a precedent for modifying setbacks under normal conditions.
RESOLUTION N0. 5518
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
OVERTURNING THE DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
AND APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 91 -78 FOR THE
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 8036 ORANGE STREET
The Resolution was read by title only.
Mr. Thorson advised that Section Three should be amended to provide that
approval is subject to the conditions of approval attached as Exhibit A.
It was moved by Council Member Cormack, seconded by Council Member Boggs,
and carried by the following vote to waive further reading and adopt as
amended:
AYES: 3 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Cormack, Boggs, Hayden
NOES: 2 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Carter, Brazelton
RESOLUTION NO. 5519
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
OVERTURNING THE DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION AND
APPROVING ZONE VARIANCE NO. 91 -77 FOR PROPERTY LOCATED
AT 8036 ORANGE STREET
The Resolution was read by title only.
Mr. Thorson advised that language should be added to Condition No. 7
stating, "If a common trash collection area is required by the collector then
a trash storage area shall be provided and permanently maintained."
I t was moved by Council Member Cormack, seconded by Council Member Boggs,
and carried by the following vote to waive further reading and adopt as
amended
AYES: 3 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Cormack, Boggs, Hayden
NOES: 2 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Carter, Brazelton
RESOLUTION NO. 5520
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
OVERTURNING THE DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION AND
APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 49882 FOR PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 8036 ORANGE STREET
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' ' he Resolution was read by title only.
Mr. Rangel noted that language to relinquish previously dedicated access
rights on Montgomery Street back to the owner should be added to the end of
Section 3, and Mr. Thorson concurred.
It was moved by Council Member Cormack, seconded by Council Member Boggs,
and carried by the following vote to waive further reading and adopt as
amended:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Cormack, Boggs, Hayden
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Carter, Brazelton
ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR:
Mayor Hayden noted a correction on the Minutes of the Special Called
Meeting of November 19, 1991 (Joint Meeting with the Library Advisory Board),
indicating the presence of Ms. Francis Bensen (shown as absent on the
Minutes).
Discussion ensued regarding the date for the first meeting in January,
1992. (See page 11 where the first meeting in January is set for Monday,
January 13, 1992).
Mr. Thorson advised the hearing dates scheduled on the Consent Calendar
can be set for the first meeting in January, with a date being finalized at
the conclusion of this meeting.
Ms. Joyce Lawrence, 9627 Cheddar St., requested Agenda Item YI - -
SUBMITTAL OF SOUTH COAST AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT DISTRICT TRIP REDUCTION PLAN,
be removed from the Consent Calendar.
CONSENT CALENDAR
I t was moved by Council Member Boggs, seconded by Council Member Cormack,
and unanimously carried to approve the remainder of the Consent Calendar:
MINUTES: SPECIAL CALLED MEETING, NOVEMBER 19, 1991 (as corrected) ; 0--"N
ADJOURNED AND REGULAR MEETINGS, NOVEMBER 26, 1991: Approve.
WARRANTS ISSUED: #41396 - 41625, $1,358,155.25: Approve.
ZONE CHANGE NO. 91-109, 7865 AND 7877 FLORENCE AVENUE (APPLICANT: STAMPS
FOUNDATION) - REQUEST TO CHANGE EXISTING P -B (PARKING BUFFER) ZONE TO C -2
(GENERAL COMMERCIAL): Set hearing for 7:30 p.m., Monday, January 13, 1992 in
the Downey City Council Chamber.
CITY TRANSFERS TO STATE GRANT FUND: APPROPRIATE $27,017 FROM THE GENERAL
FUND AND $9,401 FROM CAPITAL PROJECT FUND TO THE STATE GRANT FUND to
contribute the City's share for certain projects: Approve.
1992 FUEL - EFFICIENT TRAFFIC SIGNAL MANAGEMENT (FETSIM) GRANT:
Appropriate funds in the amount of $39,276 for the 1992 FETSIM Grant Program
and approve the selection of G.E. Traffic Surveys to undertake the required
data collection at a cost of $16,341: Approve.
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AUTHORIZATION TO RETAIN SERVICES OF MARTIN AND CHAPMAN AS ELECTION
CONSULTANTS FOR JUNE 2, 1992 ELECTION involving Councilmanic Districts One,
Two, Three and Five at a cost not to exceed $500: Approve.
GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 91 -107 AND DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT NO.
91 -101 PERTAINING TO SENIOR HOUSING STANDARDS: Reset hearing for 7 :30 p.m.,
Monday, January 13, 1992 in the Downey City Council Chamber.
ORDINANCES NOT SET FORTH ABOVE:
ORDINANCE NO. 939
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
ADDING SECTION 4137 TO CHAPTER 1 OF ARTICLE IV OF THE
DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO PROHIBITIVE CONDUCT
WITHIN CEMETERIES
It was moved by Council Member Cormack, seconded by Council Member Boggs,
and unanimously carried to waive further reading and adopt.
ORDINANCE N0.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY, CALIFORNIA
AMENDING DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 2103 TO REDEFINE THE
BOUNDARIES OF THE COUNCILMANIC DISTRICTS PURSUANT TO DOWNEY
CITY CHARTER SECTION 1306
Mr. Thorson discussed Charter requirements for reviewing boundary lines
encompassing Councilmanic Districts. He mentioned a subcommittee composed of
Mayor Hayden and Mayor Pro Tem Boggs reviewed these boundaries in conjuction
with staff. In addition, Peter Morrison was hired as a demographer to assist
staff and the subcommittee in evaluating population and census data related to
redistricting. After further review, boundaries were adjusted to comply with
Federal requirements.
Mr. Peter Morrison, 863 Radcliffe Ave., Pacific Palisades, explained his
purposes for the proposed boundary changes, noting his past .experience with
redistricting in other cities. His main two objectives were to equalize
population in each of the four districts as to representation and to equally
distribute the voting age population throughout the City. After modifying
some boundary lines, the total population deviation decreased from 34% to
4.6 %.
Mr. Thorson commented that the 4.6% deviation is well within the
a l l o w a b l e 101 deviation which the Supreme Court has deemed acceptable under
law.
Council Member Boggs assured those people who will no longer be in her
District that she w i l l always represent them and be available if they wish to
contact her.
The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Council Member
Cormack, seconded by Council Member Carter, and unanimously carried to waive
further reading and introduce.
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ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: DCA
Dr. Connie Wetzstein, 10225 Old River School Rd., expressed concern for
the safety of school children crossing Old River School Road between Firestone
Boulevard and Florence Avenue without a crossing guard or crosswalk.
Mr. Caton advised a priority list of crossing guard locations will be
returned to Council at the first meeting in January.
Ms. Joyce Lawrence, 9627 Cheddar St., thanked staff for providing the
Council Agenda packet in the Library, and expressed concern that some material
had been taken from the packet, noting the importance of having all material
available for public review prior to a Council meeting.
Ms. Margaret Marlin, 11404 Samoline Ave., read a statement regarding a
proposed Zone Change before the Planning Commission which, if approved, w i l l
allow various businesses in the area of Burns Avenue and Firestone Boulevard.
She is concerned these businesses, such as an auto glass installation
facility, will exacerbate the noise problem already endured by residents in
the area. She requested a moratorium on development for a period of six
months to one year to allow time to conduct noise studies and establish a plan
for protecting residents from this annoyance.
Ms. Myrtle Risley, 7938 Phlox St., discussed zoning near Burns Avenue and
Firestone Boulevard, noting the current standards in this area have been in
effect since the incorporation of Downey in 1956. She requested a moratorium
for two years on noise - related businesses until this problem can be properly
studied.
The following residents spoke in opposition to a 30 day eviction notice
they received on their rental property in the area of Manatee Street and
Brookshire Avenue:
Ms. Melinda Donahue 11652 Brookshire Ave.
Ms. Robin Hammond 8508 Manatee St.
Mr. Franklin Thompson 8518 Manatee St.
Ms. Debbie Gerold 8522 Manatee St.
Ms. Lori Donahue 11652 Brookshire Ave.
Mr. Donald Perry 8508 Manatee St.
Mr. Lennie Whittington, 8542 Manatee St., distributed copies of the
aforesaid 30 day eviction notices to Council, which were served to these
citizens on December 6, 1991. As he read from the statement, he mentioned
these people should not be treated this way during the holiday season. He
commented on a possible compromise between the property owner and the peopl e
served eviction notices.
Mr. Jim Klosterman, representing Downey Community Hospital, expressed
regret that these evictions notices were sent at this time. He indicated the
Hospital would assist the affected residents in finding affordable housing and
stated a letter of extension will be sent to the residents, allowing more time
for departure from the properties.
Mayor Hayden thanked the residents for attending the meeting and sharing
their concerns. She advised the Council could not intervene in the situation
but anticipated a favorable outcome in the compromise worked out between
Mr. Klosterman and the citizens involved.
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Council Member Boggs extended her concern to these people, noting,
however, that Council does not have any legal authority to intervene. As a
concerned citizen, she offered her services in mediating the situation with
the principals involved.
The meeting recessed at 9:05 p.m. and reconvened at 9:20 p.m.
RESOLUTIONS NOT SET FORTH ABOVE: None.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
MID -YEAR BUDGET REVIEW FOR FISCAL YEAR 1991-92
It was the consensus of Council to schedule the ■id -year budget review
for fiscal year 1992 at 4:30 p.m., January 21, 1992.
Council Member Brazelton requested Agenda Item IX -C, STORM DRAIN
REIMBURSEMENT DISTRICT, be considered at this time for the convenience of the
residents in the audience who are affected by this matter, and Council
concurred.
STORM DRAIN REIMBURSEMENT DISTRICT - PARROT STREET SOUTH OF QUOIT STREET
(Continued from the Council Meeting of November 26, 1991)
Mr. Farsing summarized the staff report, noting additional study was
conducted regarding expanding the reimbursement district to include properties
contributing drainage to the area and the use of General Fund monies in the
private street area. Staff recommends the original proposal be approved which
includes gas tax funding for the public portion of Parrot Street and those
lots draining onto it ($17,000.00) and that a reimbursement district be
established for the private portion of Parrot Street which would -reimburse
remaining costs to the developer.
Mr. Thorson advised he reviewed funding sources for the storm drain and
could not recommend use of General Fund monies due to lack of public
benefit.
Council Member Boggs questioned the use of gas tax monies and was
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informed this source could not be used in funding the private street drainage;
however, gas tax monies could be used to fund the public portion of the
street.
Mr. Joseph Lumsdai ne, 9926 Pangborn Ave., representing the property
owners affected by this storm drain, discussed the intricacies of the streets
involved, the general legal principles as they apply to the situation, and the
public benents to the City. He requested Council reconsider staff's
recommendation and find a funding source for the storm drain other than the
reimbursement to the developer.
Discussion ensued regarding funding sources for the storm drain and use
of the easement in meeting public benefit requirements.
Mr. Caton noted the City is willing to pay 46% of the total cost based on
the public street drainage. However, if Council wishes to fund a larger area
affected by drainage on this street, direction should be given to the City
Attorney for further study into alternate funding sources.
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Council Member Boggs agreed to the use of gas tax money for the public
or i n of drainage e a the y
p t o o g and t o concept that the developer should pay his f a i r
share for drainage on his property. Use of a reimbursement district would be
beneficial as the properties would be developed soon and the developer would
be compensated in a timely manner.
Council Member 9 gas favored usin as tax monies for the storm drain
and expressed his opposition to the use of General Funds for this purpose.
It was moved by Council Member Cormack and seconded by Council Member
Carter to direct the City Attorney to review alternate funding sources for the
storm drain and return this utter to Council at their regular meeting on
January 28, 1992. This motion was approved by consensus of Council.
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Prior to the foregoing vote, Council Member Brazelton indicated he
favored the use of other funds rather than General Fund monies to support this
project.
I NTRA- COM UN I TY TRANSIT STUDY: FINAL REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION
Mr. Jarrett summarized the staff report, noting with current surplus
transportation funds and potential Proposition C monies, there will be
approximately $1.5 million available for transit related activities. He
mentioned a transit study has been conducted by A -Menninger- Mayeda -A1 ternati ve
(AMM-A), and representatives are present to discuss their findings. -,
Ms. Heather Menninger and Ms. Elizabeth E l l i s , principals of A- M -M -A,
explained the aspects and purposes of the transit study. Ms. Menninger
discussed commuter out -of -town needs, fixed transit needs, and direct door -to-
door service, such as the current "Dial -A -Ride" program. Ms. Ellis commented
on the recommendations resulting from this study, including cost effectiveness
and vehicle type.
Council Member Boggs mentioned she attended the Recreation and Community
Services Commission meeting at the time this study was presented. She
recommmended approving the concept to institute a fixed route i ntra -City bus
service and authorize the preparation of specifications to select a contract-
transit provider.
Council Member Carter commented that perhaps this routing system could be
used in conjunction with the Downey Unified School District busing needs.
Discussion ensued regarding fixed route systems and other transit needs
of the community.
Council Member Cormack questioned the effect on RTD service within the
City and was informed the City cannot duplicate the routes of the RTD system.
Ms. Ellis noted that RTD does have the right to protest if they feel they
are being infringed upon. The projected initial costs for a four fixed route
system is estimated to be $369,000.
Council Member Brazelton questioned the allowable uses for Proposition C
monies and was informed these funds could be used for street repairs upon
which transit vehicles travel.
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Dr. Gary McCaughan, 7918 Eighth St., recommended a more flexible transit
system that would serve the needs of school children as well as senior
cit1Zens.
I t was moved by Council Member Brazel ton , seconded by Council Member
and unanimously carried to enhan and retain the current Dial -a -Ride
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Boggs,
Transit $ervice; provide conceptual approval to institute a four line fixed
route intra-City bus service; authorize preparation of specifications for
selection on of a contract - transit provider; and retain A -M -M -A to assist with
planning and system development for a fixed route bus system.
OTHER BUSINESS: Consent Calendar - Items Removed by Council Approval:
. SUBMITTAL OF SOUTH COAST AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT DISTRICT TRIP REDUCTION
PLAN
M s. Joyce ce o Lawrence , 9627 Cheddar St., offered alternative ideas for the
South Coast Air Quality Management District Trip Reduction Plan. She
suggested compressed work weeks of four days and ten hours per day, working in
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off -peak hours with flex time, and encouraging tel e- commuting.
It was moved by Council Member Boggs, seconded by Council Member
Brazelton, and unanimously carried to approve the City's Trip Reduction Plan
for submittal to the South Coast Air Quality Management District.
OTHER BUSINESS - City Council Members:
Council Member Carter mentioned he is receiving more complaints regarding
the needed crosswalk on Old River School Road. Another item of concern is a
da y care center for school children at Spencer Williams Elementary School.
This school has a group of people willing to establish a day care center- and
take care of children arriving early and leaving late from school. He
requested this item be placed on a future agenda.
I t was the consensus of Council to schedule the first meeting in January
for Monday, January 13, 1992.
It was the consensus of Council to set the meeting date for the second
reading of the Redistricting Ordinance to 4 :30 p.m., December 17, 1991 in the
Downey City Council Chamber.
ADJOURNMENT : 10:40 p.m.
The meeting was adjourned in memory of Ms. Hope Hiatt, mother of Ns. Lois
Buchanan, to 4:30 p.m., December 17, 1991 in the Downey City Council Chamber,
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