HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-05-12-92-Regular Meeting MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
MAY 12, 1992
TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS
SUBJECT ACTION PAGE H0.
Commendations to Police Officers re recovery of
stolen vehicles 1
Presentation of Perpetual Plaque to Police Dept. 1
Proclamation re National Public Works Week 1
Res. #5553 certifying negative declaration on Source
Reduction and Recycling Element & Household Hazardous
Waste Element Adopted 2
1992 -93 Community Development Block Grant Funds:
Allocate $200,000 to Downey Unified School District Approved 5
1992 -93 Community Development Block Grant Funds:
Authorize submittal of 1992 -93 application; approve
activities & amounts recommended, excluding funding
for Rio Hondo Temporary Home; approve adjustments
to accommodate funding to School District; and
authorize City Ma nager to submit documents
required by CDBG Program Approved . . 5
Ken Miller re tax form availability at Library 6
Lennie Whittington re criticism of audience members;
occupancy of apartment building on Clark Ave &
Imperial Hwy. 6
Richard Pr i dham re budget priorities; thanked Police
for protection during riots
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Joe Lumsda ine re excel lent work of - Pol ice & Fire Depts.
during riots; question of Brown kt violation 6
Joel Lubin re Brown kt & care for City streets 7
Appeal, C.U.P. #92 -10, 12160 Downey Ave. Cont. to 6/23/92 7
Items Removed from Consent Calendar 7
Cash Contract #433 - Citywide resurfacing: award
contract to Boral Resources Approved 7
Cash Contract #434 - Citywide slurry seal: Approve
specs. & grant authority to advertise for bids Approved 7
Warrants issued: #45701 - 46 098 Approved 7
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COUNCIL MINUTES, MAY 12, 1992
TABLE OF ACTIONS (COWflNUED)
SUBJECT ACTION PAGE N
Appeal , Zone Variance #92-14, 7975 2nd St. Set hrg. 5/26/92 8
Renewal of Agreement with Satsuma for Rio Hondo Golf
Course Maintenance Approved 8
Res. #5554 upholding denial of a massage permit Adopted 8
Res. #5555 auth. access to sales & use tax records
pursuant to Revenue & Taxation Code Section 7056 Adopted
Ord. #944 amending Downey Municipal Code re limiting
use of Utility Users Tax Revenues to public safety
services Adopted 9
Res. #5556 setting priorities for filing written argu-
ments re a measure & directing City Attorney to prepare
impartial analysis Adopted 9
Report re effects of recent riot situation on City of
Downey - Police & Fire Departments 10
Minutes: Adj. Reg. Mtgs., 4/20/92; 4/28/92 Approved 10
Agreement with Rio Hondo Temporary Home for 1991 -92 Approved 10
Authorize contract with Robert Be in , William Frost,
& Associates for parking /traffic study in portion
of Downtown area Approved 11
Cn. Riley re thanks to Fire & Police Depts. & those
involved in crisis situation 11
Cn. Brazelton re thanks to Fire & Police Depts., citing
the fact that schools were 11
o e e a owed to remain open &
functioning 11
Cn. Boggs re high quality of service received by Fire &
Police Depts; recommended staff modify street sweeping
schedules on election day 11
Cn. Cormack praised Police & Fire Depts. for outstanding
job; requested action on material being lagged to sidewalks 11
Mayor Hayden re future home for Rose Float; wish list from
Downey Girls Ponytail Softball re facilities at Independence
Park; possible location for future Farmers Market 11
Mr. Caton re thanks to all staff members during recent riot
situation & mentioned Emergency Operations Center as an
important tool in such emergency situations 11
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MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
MAY 12, 1992
The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at
7:35 p.m., May 12, 1992, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, Mayor
Barbara J. Hayden presiding.
PRESENT: Council Members:
Barbara J. Hayden Mayor
Diane P. Boggs Mayor Pro -Tem
Robert G. Cormack
Robert S. Brazelton
Barbara J. Riley
ALSO PRESENT: Gerald M. Caton, City Manager
Peter Thorson, City Attorney
Judith McDonnell, City Clerk
Lee Powell, Assistant City Manager
Art Rangel, Director of Community Development
Ron Irwin, Fire Chief
James Jarrett, Director of Community Services
Clayton Mayes , Police Chief
Richard Redmayne , Director of Public Works
Lowell Williams, Director of Finance
Ron Yo sh i k i , Asst. Comm. Dev. Director /City Planner
Dennis Groat, Fire Marshal
William Makshanoff, Building Official
Mary Martineau, Senior Planner
Ed Velasco, Housing Manager
June Yotsuya, Assistant to the City Manager
Cindi Apidgian, Executive Secretary
PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Hayden introduced two representatives from Automobile Club of
Southern California who presented Commendations to Police Officers Sean
Penrose and David McCain for outstanding work in recovery of stolen vehicles.
A representative from the Highway Patrol a l s o presented Officers Penrose and
McCain with the "10851" Pin Award that can be worn on their uniforms at all
times.
Chief Mayes was presented with a Perpetual Plaque to the Police
Department from the Automobile Club of Southern California.
Mayor Hayden presented a Proclamation declaring the week of May 17 -23,
1992 as National Public Works Week to Mr. Richard Redmayne.
HEARINGS
Mayor Hayden opened the public hearing on NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR CITY'S
SOURCE REDUCTION AND RECYCLING ELEMENT AND HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE ELEMENT.
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o , Ms. McDonnell affirmed the proof of publication and it was so ordered to
receive and file.
Mr. Redmayne summarized the staff report, noting compliance with the law
that requires staff to disclose any damage to the environment caused by the
implementation of this program which is part of AB939, the Solid Waste
Reduction Act. He explained there has been no damage to the environment at
this time.
There was no correspondence received on this matter.
Mayor Hayden asked if there was anyone present who wished to speak in
favor or opposition to the Negative Declaration for the City's Source
Reduction and Recycling Element and Household Hazardous Waste Element.
Mr. Richard Pridham, 10402 Beliman Ave., spoke regarding the various
types of recyclable materials that can be collected.
It was moved by Council Member Cormack, seconded by Council Member Riley,
and so ordered to close the public hearing.
RESOLUTION NO. 5553
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY CERTIFYING
THE NEGATIVE DECLARATION ON THE SOURCE REDUCTION AND RECYCLING
EL E1M ENT AND HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE ELEMENT OF THE CITY OF DOW N EY
It was moved by Council Member Boggs, seconded by Council Member Cormack
and unanimously carried to waive further reading and adopt.
Prior to the foregoing vote, Council Member Braze l ton questioned
Alternative 29 - Policy on Scavenging on Page 1 -7 of the staff report and was
informed this p o l i c y is already part of the City Municipal Code.
Mayor Hayden opened the public hearing on 1992 -93 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT APPLICATION.
Ms. McDonnell affirmed the proof of publication which was so ordered to
receive and file.
Mr. Thorson advised that Council Member Riley can participate in this
hearing even though she is a substitute teacher for the Downey Unified School
District as she is receiving no income that qualifies as a conflict of
interest.
Mr. Rangel summarized the staff report, noting that community meetings
were held during the past months where public comment was received regarding a
variety of needs for these funds. He discussed staff's recommendations for
use of these funds as a result of community input.
Mr. Caton mentioned he has discussed a priority list of needs at school
sites with Downey Unified School District Superintendent, Dr. Ed Sussman. He
recommended the School Board increase development fees and he understands this
is now under serious consideration. Council may wish to use Block Grant
monies to aid the School District.
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Mayor Hayden asked if anyone wished to speak on this matt ,.
Mr. Larry Squire, uire, 9546 Metro St., questioned whether the recommendation
to remove asbestos from the Downeyt Theatre roof would benefit the low and
moderate income family and suggested Redevelopment money be used for this
project. He mentioned that staff's recommendations have changed since the
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meetings were held with the community and noted the lack of important
documents and Spanish- speaking interpretors at the public meetings. He
suggested Council listen to the citizen's views on how this money should be
sp ent and make an objective decision on the matter that would benefit all
concerned.
Ms. Joan Smay, 13338 Castana Ave., questioned the participation of
citizens in spending the Block Grant money and expressed dismay that schools
were not included in the recommended expenditure of funds. She asked specific
questions regarding the Downey Theatre and how it was placed as a priority,
the inability to use development fees for public school refurbishment, and
lack of material for distribution at the community meetings.
Mr. Andrew Kelley, 8916 Reydon St., stated the Federal government is
borrowing 15 -20% of the money that is sent to the City, indicating a problem
within the entire system.
Ms. Margo Hoffer, 10329 Birchdale Ave., Member of the Downey Board of
Education, recalled the District chose not to collect the full developer fees
in deference to the City's concern for future development. She mentioned that
housing values are largely dependent on the quality and appearance of the
surrounding schools.
Ms. Mary Tesserio, 9052 Raviller Dr., Member of the Downey Board of
Education, stated the District has investigated and exhausted all revenue
possibilities for school refurbishing. The schools are in a crisis situation
and she requested any money the Council can afford to give them.
Mr. Richard Pridham, 10402 Bellman Ave., agreed that something is wrong
with the system. He spoke regarding the legal requirement to hold community
meetings regarding Block Grant Funds, noting a communication problem.
Dr. Bob Riley, 10317 Morning Ave., Member of the Downey Board of
Education, mentioned difficult economic times and requested cooperation with
the City in spending these community funds at the s c h o o l s .
Mr. Lennie Whittington, 8542 Manatee St., questioned figures on the Block
Grant application and was informed the money cited was carried -over from the
previous year. He suggested that less money could be spent on the Adminis-
trative portion of the Housing Division.
Ms . Gail Tu , 12341 Glynn Ave., appealed to Council to make Federal funds
a v a i l a b l e to the s c h o o l s . She spoke regarding the problems at Alameda
Elementary School, citing deplorable conditions with bathrooms and drinking
fountains.
Ms. Irene Ortiz, 11934 Old River School Road, expressed support of
transferring funds from the theatre project to needy schools.
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Mr. Bill Bobbitt, 13208 Barlin Ave., asked if previous questions brought
up tonight would be answered and was informed this would occur after all input
was received from the audience.
Ms. Brenda Warner, 12010 Morning Ave., stressed the importance of schools
and the need to maintain them.
There being no one else wishing to speak, it was moved by Council Member
Cormack, seconded by Council Member Boggs, and unanimously carried to close
the public hearing.
Mr. Caton responded to questions raised by the audience.
Council Member Cormack spoke regarding the need for cooperation between
the School District and City and suggested the District implement the full
amount of development fees to raise needed revenue.
Council Member Boggs noted it is apparent the community wants some of the
Block Grant money to fund schools in need. She suggested 20% of the funds be
given to the District to be used as they deem necessary.
Council Member Riley raised questions regarding the fire alarm
requirements at the schools and what upgrading would entail. She expressed
concern with school drinking fountain conditions, the flow of water, and
handicapped access and was informed this problem would be handled, especially
in the area of handicapped drinking fountains.
Council Member Brazelton spoke regarding the constrained City budget as
affected by the recent Los Angeles riot situation. He requested the City and
District tighten their budgets where this can be done. He favored allocating
funds for upgrading the fire alarm systems at the two specified elementary
schools.
Mayor Hayden concurred that both the City and District are facing
difficult times and agreed that some of this money should be spent on the
schools. Her first priority would be the fire alarm systems. She would also
include the water fountains at all the elementary schools at an approximate
total cost of $190,000. Mayor Hayden made recommendations in reducing
appropriations for City programs to free this money. She suggested the
contribution recommended for the Rio Hondo Temporary Home be given instead to
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PTA - H. E. L. P. S. Program which serves Downey residents only. She mentioned
letters of praise she has received regarding assistance given by the Housing
Div is ion.
Council Member Cormack stated that since the Downey Theatre is owned by
the City, which includes the community, and if there is a dangerous situation
with asbestos material, then this must be taken into consideration for the
health and safety of all citizens, including children.
Council Member Boggs questioned the figures on the theatre repair and was
informed the final price has yet to go out to bid. She inquired about other
sources of funds to handle this project.
Mr. Caton stated the repair must be done, so money w i l l be found in
another fund if this expenditure is not approved.
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Council Member Boggs expressed support for giving some of the money to
the schools but stressed the need to retain the $15,000 given to the Rio Hondo
Tempora r y Home, which allows the City a place to refer homeless people in
Downey. g . She agreed the PTA H.E.L.P.S. Program is also very important; perhaps
this organization could be funded from some other source.
Council Member Brazelton noted he would be against removing the theatre
repair since money would have to be taken from some other constrained fund.
He also voiced opposition to withdrawing the City's $15,000 donation to the
Rio Hondo Temporary Home.
Mayor Hayden suggested Golf Course funds be used for the theatre repair.
Council Member Riley expressed further concern to improve the flow of
water in drinking fountains at the schools and also noted the importance of
installing a handicapped ramp at Alameda Elementary School. She favo red
funding for fire alarms at the two specified elementary schools and also at
Warren High School if the District can make up the difference in costs.
Mr. Caton recommended the Council divert $200,000 to the schools for the
two fire alarm systems at Gauldin and Gallatin Elementary Schools and upgrade
all drinking fountains at every school.
It was moved by Council Member Cormack, seconded by Council Member Boggs,
and unanimously carried to allocate $200,000 to the Downey Unified School
District from Community Development Block Grant funds.
Prior to the foregoing vote, Mayor Hayden suggested splitting the $15,000
allocation between the Rio Hondo Temporary Home and the PTA H.E.L.P.S.
Program.
Mr. Caton stated that something could be done for all the schools if the
drinking fountains were fixed; however, the $140,000 could be given toward the
Warren High School fire alarm system.
Downey School Board Member Tesserio was asked which priority requests she
,.� would like to see handled and she responded that the School District has the
obligation of replacing the fire alarms. Personally, she favored the
upgrading of water fountains in the District to benefit all schools.
Mr. Caton mentioned that under the Block Grant Funding Program, limits
are set on how money is to be spent.
It was moved by Council Member Riley, seconded by Council Member Boggs,
and unanimously carried to submit the 1992 -93 application and certifications
required for $849,236 in Community Development Block Grant Funds; approve the
activities and amounts recommended, excluding $15,000 for the Rio Hondo
Temporary Home; approve necessary adjustments to accommodate funding of the
$200,000 allocation to the School District for the repair of two fire alarms
at Gauldin and Gallatin Elementary Schools in the amount of $60,000 and
upgrade the drinking fountains to include increased water flow and ,handicapped
access at a cost of $140,000; and authorise the City Manager to submit all
documents and correspondence required by the Community Development Block Grant
Program during fiscal year 1992 -93.
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Mayor Hayden returned discussion to the Rio Hondo Temporary r Y Home and
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again suggested the requested a l l o c a t i o n be split with the PTA H.E.L.P.S.
Program.
Council Member Brazelton expressed opposition to diverting any funding
from the Rio Hondo Temporary Home as they have an excellent program and are
also on a tight budget.
Council Member Boggs reiterated the need for a place to take the homeless
and feels it is important to have access to this type of facility. She
discussed the excellent program available and opposed reducing the $15,000 by
any amount. She suggested helping the PTA H.E.L.P.S. Program from another
fund when the budget is discussed.
Mayor Hayden requested information on the number of Downey residents
served by the Rio Hondo Temporary Home and those served by PTA H.E.L.P.S. at
the next meeting. She asked if there was a percentage requirement defined in
the application and was informed there is a 15% cap on how much money can be
used toward public service activity.
Council Member Cormack also requested information on how much donated
money would go toward administrative costs at the Rio Hondo Temporary Home.
Ms. Joyce Lawrence, 9627 Cheddar St., referenced the community meetings
held and the request of the people to increase, not decrease, funding to the
Rio Hondo Temporary Home.
Ms. Sally McFarland, 7415 Irwingrove Dr., stated that PTA H.E.L.P.S. is
feeding an average of 45 families per month.
The proposed $15,000 allocation to the Rio Hondo Temporary Home was
continued to the next meeting.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Mr. Ken Miller, 7336 Cleargrove Dr., mentioned that during his recent
visit to the Library, a sign was posted stating there were no tax forms
available and he suggested the Library purchase the book of tax forms from the
Board of Equalization and let patrons make copies of the sheets they need.
Mr. Lennie Whittington, 8542 Manatee St., expressed opposition to
criticism of any particular person in the audience, specifically citing his
comments on the Housing Division. He then spoke regarding the large apartment
building on Clark Avenue and Imperial Highway which is a joint venture between
Ca l tran s and the Housing and Urban Development Department. He questioned the
lack of occupancy of this building and was informed all City approvals for
occupancy have been given.
Mr. Richard Pridham, 10402 Beliman Ave., thanked the Downey Police and
Fire Departments for their protection during the recent Los Angeles riot
situation. He discussed priorities of the budget, citing overabundance of
manpower in the Public Works rks Department .
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Mr. Joe Lumsdaine, 9926 Pangborn St., praised the work of the Police and
Fire Departments during the Los Angeles riots. He expressed concern about
government waste and referenced a recent request to the City Attorney on
whether or not the Brown Act was violated as a result of certain city employee
groups soliciting information from Council candidates.
Mayor Hayden stated that Council will need to discuss this request 'and
make a decision on direction to the City Attorney.
Mr. Joel Lubin, 7820 Al l e n g ro v e St., stated that with regard to the Brown
Act, there have been no statutes violated in the aforementioned case based on
his 16 years of experience in interviewing, investigating, etc., candidates
for office. He then discussed the need to care for streets in the City.
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The meeting recessed at 9:30 p.m. and reconvened at 9:40 p.m.
HEARINGS (Continued)
Mayor Hayden opened the public hearing on APPEAL, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
N0. 92 -10, 12160 DOWNEY AVENUE, A REQUEST TO PERMIT AN AUTO REPAIR BUSINESS IN
C -2 (GENERAL COMMERCIAL) ZONE.
Ms. McDonnell affirmed the proof of publication and it was so ordered to
receive and file.
Mayor Hayden advised a letter has been received from the applicant
requesting the hearing be continued to June 23, 1992 and staff concurs with
this request.
It was moved by Council Member Cormack, seconded by Council Brazelton,
and unanimously carried to continue the hearing to 7 :30 p.m., June 23, 1992 in
the Downey City Council Chamber, 11111 Brookshire Ave., Downey, California.
OTHER BUSINESS: CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEMS FOR REMOVAL
Council Member Boggs requested removal of Agenda Item VI -A -1, MINUTES,
,r••r, ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 20, 1992 and Agenda Item VI -A -2, MINUTES,
ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING, APRIL 28, 1992 from the Consent Calendar,
Council Member Brazelton requested removal of Agenda Item VI -E -4,
PROPOSED DOWNTOWN THEATRE PARKING /TRAFFIC STUDY CONTRACT from the Consent
Calendar and advised he will be abstaining on this matter.
Mayor Hayden requested removal of Agenda Item VI -E -2, RIO HOMO TEMPORARY
HOME AGREEMENT FOR 1991-92, from the Consent Calendar.
CONSENT CALENDAR
It was moved by Council Member Cormack, seconded by Council Member
Braze lton, and unanimously carried to waive further reading of the Resolutions
and approve the remainder of the Consent Calendar as recommended:
CASH CONTRACT NO. 433 CITYWIDE RESURFACING: Award construction contract
to Bo ra l Resources at a total cost of $245,005.75: Approve.
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CASH CONTRACT NO. 434, CITYWIDE SLURRY SEAL FOR FISCAL YEAR 1991 -92:
Approve specifications and grant authority to advertise for bids at an
estimated cost of $250,000 to seal approximately 30.5 miles of residential
streets and about 5.7 miles of major streets: Approve.
WARRANTS ISSUED: 145701 - 46098, $842,607.82: Approve.
APPEAL, ZONE VARIANCE NO. 92 -14, 7975 SECOND STREET - Request to permit a
parking slab in required landscaped area on property zoned R1 -5000 (Single
Family Residential) : Set hearing for 7:30 p.m., May 26, 1992 in the Downey
City Council Chamber, 11111 Brookshire Avenue, Downey, California.
RENEWAL OF AGREEMENT WITH SATSUMA FOR MAINTENANCE OF RIO HOMO GOLF '~
COURSE to be funded through various golf- related revenues: Approve.
RESOLUTION NO. 5554 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOW N EY
UPHOLDING THE DENIAL OF A MASSAGE PERMIT
RESOLUTION NO. 5555 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AUTHORIZING
ACCESS TO SALES AND USE TAX RECORDS PURSUANT TO REVENUE AND
TAXATION CODE SECTION 7056
ORDINANCES NOT SET FORTH ABOVE
ORDINANCE NO. 944
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOW N EY AMENDING
SECTION 6197 OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE LIMITING THE USE OF
UTILITY USERS TAX REVENUES TO PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES
The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Council Member
Cormack, seconded By Council Member Riley, and unanimously carried to waive
further reading.
It was moved by Council Member Riley, seconded by Council Member Cormack,
and carried by the f o l l o w i n g vote to adopt (see vote, page 10) .
Council Member Boggs discussed the base public service budget to give
more flexibility as the Ordinance appears to be too general in not specifying
a minimum amount to cover Public Services.
Mr. Caton agreed that funds from one Department budget could be
appropriated to another area and still meet the criteria of this Ordinance.
Mr. Ken Miller, 7336 Cleargrove Dr., mentioned the Ordinance refers to
public safety services, yet the question to the voters contained in the
proposed Resolution references public safety "purposes. He urged
clarification of this issue. He commended the Police Department for their
visibility and action in the recent Los Angeles riot situation.
Discussion ensued regarding the need for clarification of the wording in
the Ordinance and ballot question.
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Mr. Thorson agreed the word "services" should be used in both the
Ordinance and Resolutions that contain the ballot question.
Mr. Joel Lubin, 7820 Allengrove St., mentioned he faxed a letter to the
Council recommending a base amount of $22 million budgeted for future police
and fire services.
Mr. Larry Squire, 9546 Metro St., raised various questions regarding the
utility users tax, the budget for next year, and the possibility of monitoring
funds should the ballot question be approved in November's election.
Dr. Gary McCaughan, 7918 Eighth St., agreed with the intent being
understood; however, there are no defined meanings in the language and a clear
and concise plan should be followed. He commended the show of force of Police
Officers during the recent unrest and questioned the money for funding
additional officers.
Council Member Boggs clarified that the result of the ballot question
will not affect the tax amount as it would still be collected; the question on
the ballot is basically a bookkeeping difference.
Council Member Cormack stated the difference would be a limitation on use
of the funds.
It was moved by Council Member Riley to amend the motion to include the
specific wording of "Police and Fire Departments." Motion died due to lack of
second.
The original motion was carried by the following vote:
AYES: 3 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Cormack, Riley, Hayden
NOES: 2 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Boggs, Brazelton
RESOLUTIONS NOT SET FORTH ABOVE
RESOLUTION NO. 5556
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY, CALIFORNIA,
SETTING PRIORITIES FOR FILING WRITTEN ARGUMENTS REGARDING A
MEASURE AND DIRECTING THE CITY ATTORNEY TO PREPARE AN IMPARTIAL ANALYSIS
The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Council Member
Cormack, seconded by Council Member Riley, and unanimously carried to waive
further reading.
Mr. Thorson advised the wording on the ballot question should be changed
from "purposes" to "services" on the last line to correspond with the adopted
Ordinance. He also spoke regarding the question as to whether a Council
Member must be on the Council at the time the argument in favor of the issue
is written for submittal to the County in August. Under the Elections Code,
the person must be a Council Member at the time the argument is due for
placement on the November ballot which is August 7, 1992. Council Member
Riley could be designated to write the argument in favor; however, if she is
not re-elected, the new Council could amend this Resolution or if there is no
one in favor, other voters could write the argument.
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It was moved by Council Member Cormack, seconded by Council Member Riley,
and carried by the following vote to designate Council Member Riley to write
the argument in favor of the meaasure, Council Member Brazelton to write the
argument against the measure, and to adopt the Resolution:
AYES: 3 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Cormack, Riley, Hayden
NOES: 2 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Boggs, Brazelton
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
REPORT REGARDING EFFECTS OF RECENT RIOT SITUATION ON CITY OF DOWNEY -
POLICE AND FIRE DEPARTMENTS
Chief Mayes discussed execution of the mobilization plan followed by the
Police Department during the recent Los Angeles riot situation, noting the
deployment details of the Administrative, Detective, Motor and Patrol
Divisions. He then summarized the statistics of the resulting problems in the
Los Angeles area cities, including South Gate, Compton, and Lynwood. He
commented on the cooperation of the community, noting that businesses called
the Department to ask what they could do to ` help and civilians called to
volunteer their services.
Chief Irwin mentioned the City of Downey Fire Department dispatches for
five cities - Montebello, Santa Fe Springs, Lynwood, Compton and Downey and
the Fire Department's involvement in incidents in Lynwood and Compton.
Additional Downey units were also dispatched to the City of Los Angeles. He
briefly narrated slides that were taken the night of the riots, depicting
fires, graffiti threats, damage sustained by a Downey firetruck, and scenes of
the area after the riot. A tape recording was played of communications
between the Fire Dispatch and engine companies on the the scene.
OTHER BUSINESS: CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEMS REMOVED BY COIINCIL APPROVAL
MINUTES; ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETINGS OF APRIL 20, 1992 AND APRIL 28, 1992
Council Member Boggs requested that the deadline for submitting the
ballot measure to the County which was previously discussed be included on
page 2 of the Minutes. It was noted this date was stated in the sixth
paragraph on that page. She also mentioned the absence of the Minutes of the
Regular Meeting of April 28, 1992 and was informed they were not completed at
this time.
It was moved by Council Member Boggs, seconded by Council Member Cormack,
and unanimously carried to approve the Minutes of the Adjourned Regular
Meetings of April 20, 1992 and April 28, 1992.
RIO HOMO TEMPORARY HOME AGREEMENT FOR 1991 -92
Mayor Hayden requested this item be continued since more information will
be returned at a subsequent meeting.
Mr. Caton noted this Agreement is for the 1991 -92 fiscal year, so the
funds have already been budgeted. The Council will consider the 1992 -93
fiscal year's allocation at its next meeting.
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It was moved by Mayor Hayden, seconded by Council Member Boggs, and so
ordered City gg '
to approve the Agreement between the City of Downey and the Rio Hondo
Temporary Home for the 1991 -92 fiscal year.
PROPOSED DOWNTOWN THEATRE PARKING/TRAFFIC STUDY CONTRACT
Council Member Braze lton noted he will be abstaining from this matter.
It was moved by Council Member Cormack, seconded by Council Member Riley,
and so ordered (Council Member Brazelton abstaining) to authorize a contract
with the firm of Robert Bein, William Frost and Associates at a cost of not
more than $19,100 for the parking /traffic study in this area.
Prior to the foregoing vote, Council Member Boggs clarified this study
will include the maximum impact and effects of what could potentially develop
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in the downtown area as a result of the theatre complex.
It was noted this study will only serve as a data base that can provide
important information on the downtown area, and the study is being paid for by
the theatre developer. A Specific Plan is needed for Downtown which will rely
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on information from this traffic study for future planning in the area.
OTHER BUSINESS: CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
Council Member Riley reiterated her thanks to the Fire and Police
Departments and all those involved in the recent crisis situation.
Council Member Braze lton concurred with Council Member Riley's comments,
noting the schools were able to stay open and function because of the safety
provided in Downey.
Council Member Boggs expressed her pleasure with the quality of service
received by both the Fire and Police Departments. She also recommended staff
consider modifying street sweeping policy during election day to allow voters
to park on the streets. Referred to staff.
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Council Member Cormack praised the Police and Fire Departments for their
outstanding fob. He asked that the problem with material being lagged to
sidewalks be handled as soon as possible and Mayor Hayden requested this item
be returned on the next agenda.
Mayor Hayden mentioned phone calls she received from Ns. Cel Kimberly of
the Rose Float Association in concern for their future home. She suggested
possibly looking for alternative sites if the Caltrans area is too expensive.
She also presented Mr. Caton with a wish list from the Downey Girls Ponytail
Softball regarding their facilities at Independence Park. She spoke regarding
a Farmers Market and the possibility of Smallwood Avenue and Imperial Highway
being a viable location for the Market.
OTHER BUSINESS: STAFF MEMBERS
Mr. Caton concurred with the thanks given to the Police and Fire
Department and commended all staff members for their efforts in the rioting
situation, as they were also prepared and trained as a result of drills at the
Emergency Operations Center.
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Mayor Hayden asked that information on the mobile
being utilized be placed on the next agenda.
Mr. Caton noted the flags are flying at half -mast due to the recent
killing of a deputy sheriff.
ADJOURNMENT: 10:50 p.m.
The meeting ' wa adjourned in memory of former Congressman Del Clawson to
6:30 p.m. , May 26-, 1992 in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hal 1 .
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