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OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
AUGUST 28, 1990
TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS
SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO.
Proclamation declaring August 27, 1990 -
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September 2, 1990 as "National JTPA
Alumni Week"
Certificate of Appreciation to James Meyer,
1
outstanding JTPA alumnus
Presentation of savings bonds to DARE Essay 1
Contest Winners
Certificate of Appointment to David Buhler,
1
Emergency Preparedness Committee, Dist. 5
Certificate of Appointment to Patricia Pp c� Terse, 2
Emergency Preparedness Committee, Dist. 3
Certificate of Appointment to Richard Carter, 2
Planning Commission, Dist. 2
Certificate of Appointment to Pat Gregorio, 2
Traffic Committee, Dist. 2
Certificate of Appointment to Lee Emerson, 2
Personnel Advisory Board, Dist. 2
Ord. re second unit developments Introduced 2
Authorize submittal of amendment to 1990 -91 Approved 3
CDBG application and certification of
$1,700,000 in Loan Assistance
Res. #5331, denying Appeal, Conditional Use Adopted 4
Permit #90 -32 (11102 Lakewood Blvd.)
Joe Montelongo (RTD) re request for suggestions 4
to alleviate traffic congestion
Soozie Villa re renaming Handicapped Appeals 4
Board to Disabled Appeals Board; permission
to coordinate group of disabled people
Lennie Whittington re appreciation to various 4
City departments for efforts in eliminating
truck parking at 12739 Lakewood Blvd.
Lucille Walling re new tables at Apollo Center 4
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COUNCIL MINUTES, AUGUST 28, 1990
TABLE OF ACTIONS (CONTINUED)
SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO.
Patricia Tersi re additional time for 4
downtown superbl ock proposal
Meeting recessed at 8:50 p.m. and reconvened at 4
9:00 p.m.
Items Removed from Consent Calendar 5 r--
Minutes: Adj. & Reg. Mtgs., 8/14/90 Approved 5
Warrants issued: #26942- 27334, $1,296,195.19 Approved 5
1991 -97 Transportation Improvement Program Approved 5
Res. #5332, designating survey area for study Adopted 5
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roses for Amendment No. 5A
purposes &
Margaret)
Res. #5333, designating survey area for study Adopted 6
purposes for Amendment No. 5B (I -5 & Florence Ave.)
Res. #5334, designating survey area for study Adopted 6
1 purposes for Amendment No. 5C (Lakewood & Gallatin)
Bus Shelter Improvement Program: Select option & Approved Option C 7
increase Proposition A appropriation accordingly
Capital Improvement Program Budget for 1990 -91 Approved with addition 8
of Firestone Blvd.
Assessment project
Appeal, Zone Variance No. 90 -31 (9325 Cord Ave.) Set hrg. 9/11; 8 f
then cont. to 9/25
Downey Improvement Project #730 (west side of Set hrg. 9/11 8
Tweedy Ln. between Blandwood /Brookpark Rds.:
Authorize Eng. Div. to proceed & grant authority
to advertise for bids
Water policy re water improvements included in Approved 9
Master Plan
Alternative procedure to clean streets in various Approved 9
designated commercial areas - to be expanded in
the future
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COUNCIL MINUTES, AUGUST 28, 1990
TABLE OF ACTIONS (CONTINUED)
SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO.
City Council Committee Assignments, including Approved as amended Subcommittee
PP nded 9
A
Q ubcommittee
Mr. Caton re need for subcommittees on 9 -10
redevelopment and water issues; Redevelopment
and Water Subcommittees established
Cn. Cormack re depletion of forest reserves; 10
computerized program for processing Building &
Planning Division applications
Cn. Hayden re status on Downey Transit System;
10
tables at Apollo Center; grant funding for senior
facility renovation
Cn. Boggs re SEACCA policy change for adopting 10
sick animals
Adjourned in memory of City Employees Diane 10
Prather and Arnold "Jake" Grothe; and Alhambra
Fire Chief Robert Tol l ady
Meeting adjourned to: 6:00 p.m., September 11, 1990 10
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MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
AUGUST 28, 1990
The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 7:55 p.m.,
August 28, 1990, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall,
Mayor Roy L. Paul presiding.
PRESENT: Council Members:
Roy L. Paul Mayor
Barbara J. Hayden Mayor Pro Tem
Diane P. Boggs
Robert G. Cormack
Robert S. Brazelton
ALSO PRESENT: Gerald M. Caton, City Manager
Peter Thorson, City Attorney
Judith McDonnell, City Clerk
Ken Farfsing, Assistant City Manager
Lee Powell, Assistant City Manager
Ron Irwin, Fire Chief
James Jarrett, Director of Community Services
Clayton Mayes, Police Chief
William Ralph, Director of Public Works
Art Rangel, Community Development Director
William Makshanoff, Building Official
Robert Messinger, Assistant to the City Manager
Ed Velasco, Housing Manager
Ron Yoshiki, City Planner
June Yotsuya, Assistant to the City Manager
Ron LeVar, Senior Building Inspector
Daniel Rockholt, Planning Technician
Lilia Rodriguez, Public Information Coordinator
Laura Wilson, Administrative Assistant
Cindi Api dgi an, Executive Secretary
PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Paul read a Proclamation declaring August 27, 1990 through
September 2, 1990 as 'National JTPA Alumni Week'.
Mayor Paul presented a Certificate of Appreciation to James Meyer in
recognition of Outstanding JTPA Alumnus.
DARE Police Officer Cynthia Billings introduced the winners of the DARE
Essay Contest: Mandi Baxter, Camille Cole and Amy- Brooke Lewis. The three
students read their essays to the audience and received $100 savings bonds from
Mike Hadley, President of the Police Officers' Association.
Council Member Hayden presented a Certificate of Appointment to David
Buhler for service on the Emergency Preparedness Committee, District 5.
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Council Member Cormack presented a Certificate of Appointment to Patricia
Tersi for service on the Emergency Preparedness Committee, District 3.
Mayor Paul presented Certificates of Appointment to Richard Carter for
service on the Planning Commission, District 2; Pat Gregorio for service on the
Traffic Committee, District 2; and Lee Emerson for service on the Personnel
Advisory Board, District 2.
HEARINGS:
Mayor Paul opened the PUBLIC HEARING ON DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT
REGARDING SECOND UNIT DEVELOPMENTS.
Mrs. McDonnell affirmed the proof of publication. It was moved by Council
Member Hayden, seconded by Council Member Cormack, and so ordered to receive and
file.
Mr. Rangel summarized the staff report, recommending repealing Section 9135
pertaining to Housing Factory Built Overlay Zones and amending Section 9158.06
pertaining to Commission action on plot plan approvals.
There was no correspondence received on this matter.
Mayor Paul called for those present in the audience who wished to speak in
favor or opposition to the proposed Code Amendment. There was no response.
It was moved by Council Member Cormack, seconded by Council Member Hayden,
and so ordered to close the hearing.
Council Member Hayden questioned the basis for requiring Design Review
Board approval on certain housing developments and was informed the City Planner
would refer unusual circumstances to the Board at his discretion.
ORDINANCE NO.
A ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY,
REPEALING DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 9135 PERTAINING �-�►
TO HOUSING FACTORY BUILT OVERLAY ZONES AND AMENDING
DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 9158.06 PERTAINING
TO COMMISSION ACTION ON PLOT PLAN APPROVALS
The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Council Member
Brazelton, seconded by Council Member Hayden, and unanimously carried to waive
further reading and introduce.
Mayor Paul opened the PUBLIC HEARING ON AMENDMENT TO 1990 -91 COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM: 9062 -9068 FIRESTONE BOULEVARD.
Mrs. McDonnell affirmed the proof of publication. It was moved by Council
Member Boggs, seconded by Council Member Hayden, and so ordered to receive and
file.
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Mr. Rangel summarized the staff report, recommending approval of the
amendment and certification for $1,700,000 in Loan Guarantee Assistance.
There was no correspondence received on this matter.
Mayor Paul called for those present in the audience who wished to speak in
favor or opposition to the proposed Program amendment. There was no response.
It was moved by Council Member Cormack, seconded by Council Member Boggs,
and so ordered to close the hearing.
It was moved by Council Member Hayden, seconded by Council Member Boggs,
and unanimously carried to authorize submittal of an amendment to the 1990 -91
Community Development Block Grant Program application and certification for
$1,700,000 in Section 108 Loan Guarantee Assistance to help finance the purchase
of property at 9062 -9068 Firestone Boulevard.
Mayor Paul opened the PUBLIC HEARING ON APPEAL, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
NO. 90 -32 FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 11102 LAKEWOOD BOULEVARD - STONEWOOD LODGE.
Mrs. McDonnell affirmed the proof of publication. It was moved by Council
Member Boggs, seconded by Council Member Hayden, and so ordered to receive and
file.
Mr. Rangel summarized the staff report, recommending denial of this Appeal.
There was no corresondence received on this matter.
Mayor Paul asked the applicant /appellant to come forward and present his
case.
Mr. David Harper, 8221 Third St., representing the property owner,
discussed the owner's desire to improve the motel and further his investment.
To keep in harmony with the surrounding area, he plans to update and beautify
his existing structure. He noted that Stonewood Center owners have not shown
any interest in this property.
Mayor Paul called for those present in the audience who wished to speak in
opposition.
Mr. John Pentz, 2 Corporate Plaza, Newport Beach, representing the owners
of Stonewood Center, commented the moratorium in this area should be honored to
allow for further study. He mentioned Stonewood Center might be interested in
purchasing this property in the future if terms are agreeable.
It was moved by Council Member Cormack, seconded by Council Member Hayden,
and so ordered to close the hearing.
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RESOLUTION NO. 5331
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
DENYING THE APPEAL OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT #90 -32
UPHOLDING THE PLANNING COMMISSION'S DECISION TO DENY
THE APPLICANT'S REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO FILE
A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO SECURE AN ENTITLEMENT
TO RENOVATE HIS EXISTING MOTEL
The Resolution was read by title only.
Council Member Boggs expressed support for the moratorium and subsequent
study period for this area.
Further discussion ensued regarding the non - conforming use and amortization
of the motel, and the square footage and parking requirements of the proposed
expansion.
Council Member Cormack expressed reluctance in overturning the unanimous
decision of the Planning Commission, concurring with their reasoning in this
case.
Mayor Paul commented the extreme measure of adopting a moratorium in this
area dictates a study should be completed.
It was moved by Council Member Brazelton, seconded by Council Member
Hayden, and unanimously carried to waive further reading and adopt.
ORAL COI iLJNC I AT I ONS
Joe Montelongo, 425 S. Main, Los Angeles, representing RTD, requested
suggestions for alleviating traffic congestion and its inherent problems.
Soozie villa, 12618 Lakewood Blvd., requested renaming the Handicapped
Appeals Board to the Disabled Appeals Board and authorization to coordinate a
group of disabled people. This matter was referred to staff.
Lennie Whittington, 8542 Manatee St., thanked various City departments for
their diligent efforts in eliminating truck parking on property at 12739 Lake -
wood Boulevard.
Lucille Walling, 7902 2nd St., requested new tables at the Apollo Park
Center. This matter was referred to staff.
Patricia Tersi, 8069 Florence Ave., requested more time be given for the
downtown superblock proposal, noting two restaurants that have expressed an
interest in locating here.
Council Member Hayden advised there is a provision for further extensions
on any viable project.
The meeting recessed at 8:50 p.m. and reconvened at 9:00 p.m. with all
Council Members present.
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ITEMS REMOVED ED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
Agenda Item -
g m VI- E 2, DOWNEY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT 1730, WEST SIDE TWEEDY LANE
BETWEEN BLANDWOOD ROAD /BROOKPARK ROAD: AUTHORIZE ENGINEERING DIVISION TO
PROCEED UNDER CHAPTER 27 OF
STREETS & HIGHWAYS CODE AND GRANT AUTHORITY TO
ADVERTISE FOR BIDS and Agenda Item VI-E-4, ADOPT WATER P
9 E POLICY REGARDING WATER
IMPROVEMENTS INCLUDED IN THE MASTER PLAN were removed by Council Member Boggs.
Agenda Item VI -E -5, ALTERNATIVE PROCEDURE TO CLEAN STREETS T IN VARIOUS
DESIGNATED COMMERCIAL AREAS was removed by Council Member Hayden. She also
noted she will be abstaining from voting on the Minutes of the Adjourned and
Regular Meetings of August 14, 1990.
Agenda Item VI -E -1, APPEAL, ZONE VARIANCE #90 -31, 9325 CORD AVENUE, APPEAL
TO PLANNING COMMISSION'S DELETION OF SIDEWALK REQUIREMENTS, was removed b y the
applicant, Mr. Gilbert Hasler, who requested a hearing date of September 25, 1990.
It was moved by Council Member Cormack, seconded by Council Member Boggs,
and unanimously carried to waive further reading of the Resolutions and approve
the remainder of the Consent Calendar as recommended Member Hayden
(Council ay en
abstaining on the Minutes of Adjourned and Regular Meetings, August 14, 1990):
MINUTES: ADJOURNED AND REGULAR MEETINGS, AUGUST 14, 1990: Approve.
WARRANTS ISSUED: 126942- 27334, $1,296,195.19: Approve.
1991 -97 TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (T.I.P.) including projects to
be submitted to the Los Angeles County Transportation Commission and funded by
Federal-Aid Urban Funds: Approve.
RESOLUTIONS NOT SET FORTH ABOVE:
REDEVELOPMENT PLAN AMENDMENTS - DESIGNATING A REDEVELOPMENT AREA FOR STUDY
PURPOSES
Amendment No. 5A - Brookshire Avenue and Margaret Street
Mr. Farfsing summarized the staff report, recommending approval of this
survey area for study purposes.
Council Member Boggs clarified the property owners in this area have been
notified of the impending study and have no objections at this time.
RESOLUTION NO. 5332
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
DESIGNATING A REDEVELOPMENT SURVEY AREA FOR STUDY PURPOSES
FOR AMENDMENT NO. 5A AND DIRECTING THE PLANNING COMMISSION
TO SELECT THE PROJECT BOUNDARIES AND TO FORMULATE A
PRELIMINARY PLAN (BROOKSHIRE AND MARGARET)
The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Council Member
Cormack, seconded by Council Member Hayden, and unanimously carried to waive
further reading and adopt.
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Prior to the foregoing vote, Council Member Brazelton urged prioritization
of Redevelopment projects, emphasizing those with greater benefit to the City.
Amendment No. 5B - 1 -5 Freeway and Florence Avenue
Mr. Farfsing summarized the staff report, recommending approval of this
survey area for study purposes.
RESOLUTION NO. 5333
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
DESIGNATING A REDEVELOPMENT SURVEY AREA FOR STUDY PURPOSES
FOR AMENDMENT NO. 58 AND DIRECTING THE PLANNING COMMISSION TO SELECT
THE PROJECT BOUNDARIES AND TO FORMULATE A PRELIMINARY PLAN
(I -5 AND FLORENCE AVENUE)
The Resolution was read by title only.
Council Member Boggs clarified staff is working with the property owners
affected in this area.
It was moved by Council Member Cormack, seconded by Council Member Hayden,
and unanimously carried to waive further reading and adopt.
Amendment No. 5C - Lakewood Boulevard and Gallatin Road
Council Member Brazelton advised he will be abstaining from voting on
Redevelopment Amendment No. 5C due to a possible conflict of interest and
vacated his Council seat accordingly.
Mr. Farfsing summarized the staff report, recommending approval of this
survey area for study purposes.
RESOLUTION NO. 5334
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
DESIGNATING A REDEVELOPMENT SURVEY AREA FOR STUDY PURPOSES
FOR AMENDMENT NO. 5C AND DIRECTING THE PLANNING COMMISSION
TO SELECT THE PROJECT BOUNDARIES AND TO FORMULATE A PRELIMINARY
PLAN (LAKEWOOD AND GALLATIN)
The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Council Member
Cormack, seconded by Council Member Hayden, and carried by the following vote to
waive further reading and adopt:
AYES: 4 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Boggs, Hayden, Cormack, Paul
ABSTAIN: 1 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Brazelton
Prior to the foregoing vote, Council Member Boggs reiterated the fact that
staff is working with the property owners in this area.
Pursuant to Council Member Brazelton's previous request, Mayor Paul
directed staff to prioritize future Redevelopment projects for their review.
Council Member Brazelton resumed his Council seat at this time.
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ADMINISTRATIVE REP •
ORTS
BUS SHELTER IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
Mr. Rangel summarized the staff report, recommending review
P g of three
options. Allocation of Proposition A Funds will be based on the option
selected. He noted the Keep Downey Beautiful Committee supports Option A, and
staff recommends selection of Option C.
Council Member Boggs discussed the disadvantages of Options A and C,
specifically increased advertising and lack of adequate rotecti under
these options. on offered and tions She P e
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p e recommended reviewing Option B as a possible selection.
Council Member Hayden noted a concrete bench would be efficient and
economical to service since graffiti could be sandblasted off the benches.
Council Member Cormack agreed a sturdy bench would be the most practical
option.
Council Member Brazelton expressed opposition to Option A, noting more
advertising would be detrimental g •
g e tal to the City. He supported Option C, clarifying
this request qualifies for Proposition A funds, and questioned the balance of
this account.
Mr. Caton advised there is a $1.2 million dollar reserve of unallocated
Proposition A funds that could be used for this purpose.
Council Member Cormack commented that money should y sh ou be spent on keeping
these areas clean on a weekly basis.
Mayor Paul agreed that a simple bench would be sufficient with regular
cleaning, noting g
g, not ng the adverse maintenance costs and increased advertising under
the other options.
It was moved by Council Member Cormack, seconded by Council Member Hayden
and unanimously carried to y
y o approve a simple, sturdy, unpainted bench and nine
additional bus shelter locations to be cleaned on a weekly basis.
Prior to the foregoing vote, Mr. Caton clarified the motion is to select
Option C and increase the Proposition A appropriation by $100,000 for an
additional nine locations with strong emphasis on cleaning.
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM BUDGET FOR 1990 -91
Mr. Ralph summarized the staff report, recommending adoption of the 1990 -91
Capital Improvement Program Budget as presented, with the addition of the
Firestone Boulevard Assessment and Burns Avenue construction projects. He
narrated a brief slide presentation of various projects throughout the City
under different phases of completion.
Mr. Jarrett reviewed the projects related to Community Services under this
budget.
Mr. Rangel discussed Community Development projects funded under this
Program.
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Council Member Boggs questioned the status of replacing playground
equipment at various parks and was informed that approximately one park per year
is being done. She expressed disappointment that the medians on Lakewood
Boulevard south of Firestone Boulevard have not been completed and noted she
would not consider this project finished until these medians are done.
Discussion ensued regarding the Burns Avenue construction proposal and
commencement dates of the other various projects. It was decided the Burns
Avenue project is not a priority at this time, nor is funding readily available
to support such a venture.
It was moved by Council Member Brazelton, seconded by Council Member Boggs,
and unanimously carried to approve the Capital Improvement Program Budget for
1990 -91 with the addition of the Firestone Boulevard Assessment Project.
Prior to the foregoing vote, Council Member Hayden requested a copy of the
Traffic Committee's minutes regarding the Burns Avenue project.
Mayor Paul directed staff to review the possibility of obtaining an
underpass for the railroad that traverses Downey, citing a recent award of an
underpass to the City of Paramount for their railroad.
OTHER BUSINESS - Items Removed from the Consent Calendar:
APPEAL, ZONE VARIANCE N0. 90 -31, 9325 CORD AVENUE: APPEAL TO PLANNING
COMMISSION'S DELETION OF SIDEWALK REQUIREMENTS
Discussion ensued regarding the applicant's desire to set the public
hearing ear ng for September 25, 1990. Mr. Rangel advised the hearing must be set
within 40 days of the Appeal to meet legal requirements. Therefore, he
recommended the hearing be set for September 11, 1990, at which time the case
could be continued to the meeting of September 25, 1990.
It was moved by Council Member Hayden, seconded by Council Member Brazelton,
and unanimously carried to set the public hearing on Appeal, Zone Variance No. 90 -31
for September 11, 1990 to be continued to the meeting of September 25, 1990 at
7 :30 p.m. in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall. .--,
DOWNEY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 730, WEST SIDE TWEEDY LANE BETWEEN BLANDWOOD
ROAD /BROOKPARK ROAD: AUTHORIZE ENGINEERING DIVISION TO PROCEED UNDER CHAPTER 27
OF STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE AND GRANT AUTHORITY TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS
Mr. Ralph noted the following correction on the staff report: in the first
paragraph under Discussion, the hearing has been set for September 11 1990,
(shown incorrectly as August 28, 1990).
It was moved by Council Member Boggs, seconded by Council Member Hayden,
and unanimously carried to set the public hearing on Downey Improvement Project
No. 730 for 7:30 p.m., September 11, 1990 in the Council Chamber of the Downey
City Hall.
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ADOPT WATER POLICY REGARDING WATER IMPROVEMENTS INCLUDED IN THE MASTER PLAN
Council Member Boggs clarified that private p vate developers must follow the same
bidding process and meet all established requirements in this area.
It was moved by Council Member Boggs, seconded by Council Member y er Brazelton,
and unanimously carried to approve the water policy regarding water improvements
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in the Master Plan.
ALTERNATIVE
PROCEDURE TO CLEAN STREETS IN VARIOUS DESIGNATED TED C01�lER
CIAL
Council Member Hayden expressed concern that this report does not address
all the businesses that need alternative street sweeping times. She also
questioned the method for modifying restricted parking signs already posted in
these areas.
Discussion ensued regarding available options, including approval of
alternate procedures for these areas submitted with direction for further study
of other areas, and formation of a subcommittee to examine needs in this area.
Council Member Boggs recommended approving alternate procedures for the
referenced streets in the staff report, with the possibility of additional areas
being approved as needed.
Council Members Hayden and Boggs volunteered to serve on a subcommittee to
study this situation.
It was moved by Council Member Boggs, seconded by Council Member Hayden,
and unanimously carried to approve the alternative procedure to clean streets in
various designated commercial areas with the understandin 9 may that the areas ma be
expanded in the future.
OTHER BUSINESS - City Council Members:
CITY COUNCIL COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS
Council Member Cormack advised v sed he will be the delegate for the Second
Century Foundation, substituting for Council Member Brazelton.
Mayor Paul requested participation on the Air Quality Management District
(AQMD) Subcommittee, dealing with transportation issues. He volunteered as the
delegate, with Council Member Hayden as the alternate.
It was moved by Council Member Boggs, seconded by Council Member Brazelton,
and unanimously carried to approve the City Council Committee 1990-
91 as amended with the addition of the AQMD Subcommittee. �-
OTHER BUSINESS - Staff Members:
Mr. Caton requested a subcommittee comprised of Council Members to aid in
prioritizing Redevelopment projects. He also noted that important water issues
such as pollution and conservation must be addressed in the near future.
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Council Members Brazelton and Cormack volunteered for the Redevelopment
Subcommittee.
Council Member Boggs requested there be specific criteria for prioritizing
Redevelopment projects, such as those that would best benefit the City.
Council Member Boggs and Mayor Paul volunteered to serve on the Water
Subcommittee.
OTHER BUSINESS - Council Members:
Council Member Cormack expressed concern regarding the depletion of forest
reserves, voicing approval of Proposition 138 pertaining to forestry programs.
He recommended adoption of a Resolution supporting this cause.
Council Member Cormack discussed the status of the computerized program for
the Planning and Building Divisions to aid in application processing.
Council Member Hayden requested an update on the Downey Transit System, the
reque for tables at Apollo Center, and the State's recent approval of grant
funding to renovate senior facilities.
Mr. Jarrett explained the Transit System study should be completed and
returned to Council by the beginning of next year. He advised fourteen tables
have been budgeted and will soon be purchased for the Apollo Park auditorium.
Unfortunately, the renovation funds will not be available from the State until
the beginning of next year.
Council Member Boggs requested the City Attorney review the policy for
adopting sick animals at SEACCA, noting that some new owners are willing to
accept such a responsibility.
Mr. Caton advised the new water well has reached 1100 feet in depth and is
now being widened for eventual completion.
ADJOURNMENT: 10:24 p.m.
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The meeting was adjourned i n motor of City employees Diane Prather and
. Grothe; and Alhambra Fire Chief Robert Tollady to 6:00 p.m., 9 J y y 1
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