HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-10-09-90-Regular Meeting MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
OCTOBER 9, 1990
TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS
SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO.
Proclamation re Fire Prevention Week 1
Proclamation re Stonewood Center Week 1
Certificate of Appreciation to Eagle Scout
.-� Nathan Melton 1
Certificate of Appointment to Barbara Riley -
Library Advisory Board, District 2 1
Certificate of Appreciation to Carmen Sarabia Vinyard -
past service on Library Advisory Board, District 2 1
Ord. 1915 granting pipeline franchise to Mobil Oil
Corporation Adopted . 2
Ord. 1916 granting pipeline franchise to Golden West
Refining Company Adopted 2
Ord. 1917 granting pipeline franchise to Atlantic
Richfield Company Adopted 2
Ord. #918 granting pipeline franchise to Four Corners
Pipeline Company Adopted 3
Items Removed from Consent Calendar 3
Minutes: Adj. & Reg. Mtgs., 9/25/90 Approved 3
Cash Contract #SS415 - Traffic Signal Upgrade:
--� Approve Change Orders & accept maintenance responsi-
bility for improvements constructed Approved 3
Warrants Issued: #28139 28553, $1,036,082.90 Approved 3
Reclassification of Junior Accountant & PABX Operator
to Administrative Clerk II positions Approved 3
Extension of agreement with All City Management Svs.
for Crossing Guard services Approved 3
Furman Park Building Renovations - selection of
Hanes- Menser Architects Approved 3
Appeal, Zone Variance #90 -59, 8137 Third St. -
request to exceed sign standards in C -2 Zone Set hrg. 10/23 3
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TABLE OF ACTIONS (CONTINUED)
SUBJECT ACTION
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Res. #5344 re protgction of Central Basin Water
Quality Adopted 3
Res. #5345 opposing concept of AB4242 - Regional
Government Adopted 4
Res. #5346 re re- appointment of Joseph Di Loreto - 7
Personnel Advisory Board - District 4 Adopted - . 4
Res. #5347 re re- appointment of John Kennedy - . .
Director, Downey Civic Center Corporation - Dist. 4 Adopted 4
Res. #5348 re re- appointment of Joe Davis -
Water Advisory Board - District 4 Adopted 4
Res. #5349 re re- appointment of Brad Gaston -
Planning Commission - District 4 Adopted 4
Res. #5350 re appointment of Doris McArthur -
Traffic Committee - District 4 Adopted 4
Res. #5351 re appointment of James Gillespie -
L.A. County- Downey Regional Public Recreation
Area Commission (Golf Course Authority) - Dist. 4 Adopted 4
Res. #5352 re appointment of Julie Gaston -
Emergency Preparedness Committee - Dist. 4 Adopted 4
Res. #5353 re appointment of Norbert A. Hi l i ecke -
Health & Environmental Sanitation Committee - Dist. 4 Adopted 5
Res. #5354 re appointment of Arthur P. Ochoa -
Library Advisory Board - District 4 Adopted 5
Ord. adopting Historic Preservation Standards Tabled 5
Ord. #919 rescinding Ord. #895 imposing moratorium
on demolition permits for certain historical resources Adopted 5
Feasibility Study for Police Helicopter Program Solicit Requests for
Proposals 6
Consent to Assignment for Stonewood Center Approved as clarified 7
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SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO.
USC Study of Economic Impact of FEMA Regulations Approved with costs to
be equally distributed
among cities involved 7
Contract for Mobile Data Communications System &
Appropriation Approved with partial
funding from Drug Asset
Seizure Account 8
Cn. Hayden re thoughts & prayers for injured Downey 8
police officers and their families ..
Cn. Brazelton re political signs in public right -of -way;
enforcement of Smoking Ordinance; status of Kentucky
Fried Chicken restaurant sign 8
Mr. Caton re commendable job done by Police Department
in handling PACE Warehouse robbery incident 8
Recess to Closed Session 8
Adjourned in memory of Walter Tucker, Mayor of Compton 8
Meeting adjourned to: 6 :30 p.m., October 23, 1990 8
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MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL ;
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
OCTOBER 9, 1990
The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 7:39 p.m.,
October 9, 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
James Jarrett, Director of Community Services
Clayton Mayes, Police Chief
William Ralph, Director of Public Works
Art Rangel, Community Development Director
Gail Crook, Battalion Chief
Victoria Jenkins, City Librarian
Robert Messinger, Assistant to the City Manager
William Makshanoff, Building Official
Richard Nathan, Police Captain
Ed Velasco, Housing Manager
Lowell W i l l i a m s , Finance Manager
Ron Yoshiki, City Planner
June Yotsuya, Assistant to the City Manager
Charles Baptista, Police Lieutenant
Cindi Apidgian, Executive Secretary
PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Paul presented a Proclamation declaring October 7 -13, 1990 as Fire
Prevention Week to Battalion Chief Gail Crook.
Mayor Paul presented a Proclamation declaring October 20 -27, 1990 as
Stone wood Center Meek to John Pentz.
Mayor Paul presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Nathan Nelton in
recognition of his Eagle Scout attainment.
Mayor Paul presented a Certificate of Appointment to Barbara Riley -
Library Advisory Board, District 2.
Mayor Paul presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Carmen Sarabia
Vinyard for past service on the Library Advisory Board, District 2.
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HEARINGS:
Mayor Paul opened the Public Hearing on ADOPTION OF FOUR ORDINANCES
GRANTING PETROLEUM PRODUCT PIPELINE FRANCHISES TO: MOBIL OIL CORPORATION
GOLDEN WEST REFINING CORPORATION, ATLANTIC RICHFIELD COMPANY, AND FOUR CORNERS
PIPELINE COMPANY.
Ms. McDonnell affirmed the proof of publication. Received and filed.
Mr. Ralph summarized the staff report, addressing concerns regarding safety
of the pipelines.
Ms. McDonnell advised no correspondence had been received other than
letters contained in the packet material (from oil companies) . . - `
Mayor Paul asked if the oil company representatives wished to address the
Council. There was no response.
Mayor Paul asked if there was anyone present who wished to speak in favor
or opposition to granting the franchises. There was no response.
I t was moved by Council Member Cormack, seconded by Council Member Boggs,
and unanimously carried to close the hearing.
ORDINANCE NO. 915
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
GRANTING A FRANCHISE TO MOBIL OIL COMPANY
The Ordinance 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.
ORDINANCE NO. 916
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
GRANTING A FRANCHISE TO GOLDEN WEST REFINING COMPANY
The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Council Member
Boggs, seconded by Council Member Brazelton, and unanimously carried to waive
further reading and adopt.
ORDINANCE NO. 917
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
GRANTING A FRANCHISE TO ATLANTIC RICHFIELD COMPANY
The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Council Member
Boggs, seconded by Council Member Brazelton, and unanimously carried to waive
further reading and adopt.
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ORDINANCE NO. 918 : # 4
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
GRANTING A FRANCHISE TO FOUR CORNERS PIPELINE COMPANY
The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Council Member
Hayden, seconded by Council Member Brazelton, and unanimously carried to waive
further reading adopt.
ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
Agenda Item VI - - 4, CONSENT TO ASSIGNMENT FOR STONEWOOD CENTER, was removed
,.--� by Mr. Thorson on behalf of staff.
I t was moved by Council Member Hayden, seconded by Council Member
Brazelton, and unanimously carried to waive further reading of the Resolutions
and approve the remainder of the Consent Calendar as recommended:
MINUTES: ADJOURNED AND REGULAR MEETINGS, SEPTEMBER 25, 1990: Approve.
CASH CONTRACT N0. S.S.415 - TRAFFIC SIGNAL UPGRADE: APPROVE CHANGE ORDERS
AND ACCEPT MAINTENANCE RESPONSIBILITY FOR IMPROVEMENTS CONSTRUCTED at a cost of
$3,281.29 for work completed on Paramount Boulevard, Florence Avenue and
Imperial Highway: Approve.
WARRANTS ISSUED: #28139- 28553, $1,036,082.90: Approve.
RECLASSIFICATION OF JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT AND PABX OPERATOR TO POSITIONS OF
ADMINISTRATIVE CLERK II at an annual savings of $3,165: Approve. .
EXTENSION OF AGREEMENT WITH ALL CITY MANAGEMENT SERVICES, INC. FOR CROSSING
GUARD SERVICES for one year at a rate of $9.60 per Crossing Guard hour:
Approve.
FURMAN PARK BUILDING RENOVATIONS - SELECTION OF ARCHITECT (HanesMenser
Architects) at an approximate fee of 8 1/2% of the total construction cost:
Approve.
APPEAL, ZONE ONE YARIAIICE NO. 90-59 1 7 THIRD 3 IRD STREET LARKIN CENTURY 21
BUILDING (APPLICANT /APPELLANT, NARIA LARKIN), REQUEST TO EXCEED SIGNING
STANDARDS IN C -2 ZONE: Set hearing for 7:30 p.m., October 23, 1990 in the
Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall.
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RESOLUTION
ON NO. 5344 (ADOPT)
A ELUTION OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ENCOURAGING LOCAL AND
REGIONAL AGENCIES TO WORK COOPERATIVELY TO FIND A RAPID
RESOLUTION TO THE WATER QUALITY PROBLEMS THAT EXIST IN
CENTRAL AND SAN GABRIEL BASINS AND RECOMMENDING AN ACTION
PLAN TO ENSURE THE RELIABILITY OF THE GROUNDWATER SUPPLY
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
OPPOSING THE CONCEPT OF AB 4242, WMICH REDUCES HOMERULE
AND WOULD ELIMINATE LOCAL CONTROL
RESOLUTION N0. 5346 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE RE- APPOINTMENT OF JOSEPH DILORETO AS A
MEMBER OF THE PERSONNEL ADVISORY BOARD FOR COUNCILMANIC
DISTRICT FOUR
RESOLUTION N0. 5347 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY fAUNCIl OF THE'CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE RE- APPOINTMENT OF JOHN KENNEDY AS A
DIRECTOR OF THE DOWNEY CIVIC CENTER CORPORATION FOR
COUNCILMANIC DISTRICT FOUR
RESOLUTION NO. 5348 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COINICIL OF THE CITY OF OOYNEY
APPROVING THE RE- APPOINTMENT OF JOE DAVIS AS A MEMBER
OF THE WATER IIDYISORY BOARD FOR COINICIIMANIC DISTRICT FOUR
RESOLUTION NO. 5349 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY CAIgICII OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE RE- APPOIIITMENT OF BRAD GASTON AS A MEMBER
OF THE PlA1NIN6 GaMISSION FOR COUIICILMANIC DISTRICT FOUR
RESOLUTION NO. 5350 (ADOPT)
A RESOLlRION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITr OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF DORIS MCARTNUR TO THE
TRAFFIC COMMITTEE FOR COINICILMANIC DISTRICT FOUR r-►
RESOLUTION NO. 5351 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF JAMES 6ILLESPIE AS A MEMBER
OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY-DOWNEY REGIONAL PUBLIC RECREATION
AREA CplII53Id1 GOLF COURSE AUTHORITY) FOR rAUIICILlIANIC
DISTRICT FOUR
RESOLUTION N0. 5352 (ADOPT)
A RESq.UTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE APrOIlITIENT OF JULIE GASTON TO THE
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS tOM1ITTEE FOR COUNCILMANIC
DISTRICT FOUR
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RESOLUTION NO. 5353 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF NORBERT A. HILLECKE, M.D.
TO THE HEALTH & ENVIRONMENTAL SANITATION COMMITTEE FOR
COUNCILMANIC DISTRICT FOUR
RESOLUTION N0. 5354 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF ARTHUR P. OCHOA TO THE
LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD FOR COUNCILMANIC DISTRICT FOUR
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
ORDINANCE NO. .
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY,
STATE OF CALIFORNIA A P S 0 CAL OitNI ADOPTING HISTORIC PRESERVATION STANDARDS
FOR CERTAIN CULTURAL RESOURCES ELIGIBLE FOR THE NATIONAL
REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES AND APPROVING OF A NEGATIVE DECLARATION
The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Council Member Boggs
and seconded by Council Member Hayden to adopt (see motion to table, page 6) .
Council Member Cormack expressed concern with the time restraints involved,
encouraging some type of financial protection for the property owner who must
abide by the Conditional Use Permit process which can take up to six months.
Council Member supported historical
Cou c ember Bo s su o ted this Ordinance as a beginning nni n for h�
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preservation efforts and requested staff return with a report addressing
possible financial loss for the property owner as a result of time
p p p y e
Mayor Paul noted, however, the Conditional Use Permit process could take a
maximum time of 3 months if the application is expedited. He advised his vote
against the introduction of the Ordinance was a result of the amendment which
omitted the word "residential" throughout the preservation standards.
Council Member Hayden questioned the funding source available for City
purchases of historical properties and was informed the General Fund would be
available for use.
It was moved by Council Member Cormack, seconded by Mayor Paul, and
unanimously carried to amend Section 9145.10 to include 'wl thi n 90 days of the
filing of the completed application'
Mr. Thorson advised the Ordinance will need to be re- introduced per the
City Charter since this amendment changes the Ordinance as first introduced.
Council Member Hayden noted all changes should be made before re-
introducing the Ordinance to prevent a possible need to repeat this procedure.
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It was moved by Council Member Cormack, seconded by Council Member
Brazelton, and carried by the following vote to table the Ordinance.
AYES: 4 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Hayden, Brazelton, Cormack, Paul
NOES: 1 COUNCIL MEMBER: Boggs
Mayor Paul__di rected staff to address concerns expressed and was informed
the Planning- Commission will need to review the changes made.
ORDINANCE NO. 919
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
RESCINDING ORDINANCE NO. 895 IMPOSING A MORATORIUM ON THE '
ISSUANCE OF DEMOLITION PERMITS FOR ALL RESIDENCES BUILT PRIOR
TO 1939 AND CAPABLE OF FURTHER DEVELOPMENT
The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Council Member
Brazelton, seconded by Council Member Cormack, and unanimously carried to waive
further reading.
It was moved by Council Member Brazelton, seconded by Council Member
Hayden, and unanimously carried to adopt.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
AUTHORIZE PRICE DEPARTMENT TO HIRE CONSULTANT TO DO FEASIBILITY,
IMPLEMENTATION, AND EVALUATION STUDY OF HELICOPTER PROGRAM
Chief Mayes summarized the staff report, noting his recommendation for
authorization to contract with Mr. George Tawes at a cost of $30,000 to conduct
a f e a s i b i l i t y study and evaluation of a law enforcement helicopter program.
Mr. Caton advised he is not opposed to a helicopter program; however,
priorities should be established within the Police Department before considering
this option.
)6X . v Council Member Boggs recommended adding a prioritized list of current and
future Department needs to the proposed study. She voiced support of an aerial
AO& surveillance program, requesting further information during the budget review
process.
Mayor Paul encouraged soliciting requests for proposals for this study,
since a large amount of money is involved.
Council Member Hayden concurred with the need for reviewing priorities in
the Department, specifically staffing levels.
It was moved by Council Member Boggs and seconded by Council Member Hayden
to add a prioritized list of present and future needs of the Police Department
to the proposed study.
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Chief Mayes commented a report addressing the overall needs of the ?o :e
Department could be returned to Council during budget review tine. The
proposal now under consideration solely addresses the helicopter program.
Council Member Hayden withdrew her second; the motion therefore died.
It was moved by Mayor Paul, seconded by Council Member Hayden, and carried
by the fol 1 ow ng vote to solicit requests for proposals for the Police
Helicopter Program, with the understanding that a prioritized l i s t of Department
needs will be returned to Council during the budget review process.
AYES: 3 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Boggs, Hayden, Paul
NOES: 2 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Brazelton, Cormack
ORAL. COMMUNICATIONS: None.
OTHER BUSINESS - Items Removed from the Consent Calendar:
CONSENT TO ASSIGNMENT FOR STONEWOOD CENTER
Mr. Thorson explained the approval will be for two Agreements: one
involves Hughes /Lyon Downey and Wells Fargo & Company for a loan amount of
$80,000,000; the second agreement is between Hughes /Lyon Downey and Wells Fargo
Bank, National Association for a loan amount of $46,650,000. Also, the City is
required to sign for both Assignment Agreements.
It was -moved by Council Member Hayden, seconded by Council Member
Brazelton, and unanimously carried to approve the Consent to Assignment for
financing of Stonewood Shopping Center as clarified.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS: (Continued)
USC STUDY OF ECONOMIC IMPACT OF FEMA REGULATIONS
Mr. Messinger discussed staff's recommendation for authorization of an
agreement with the University of Southern California School of Urban and
Regional Planning for the preparation of a study of economic impacts of FEMA
flood plain regulations at a cost of $55,000.
Council Member Brazelton commented all cities involved should be committed
to this program to insure the equal distribution of costs.
It was moved by Council Member Bratel ton, seconded by Council Member Boggs,
and unanimously carried to approve this Agreement provided that costs are
equally distributed among participating cities.
CONTRACT FOR MILE DATA COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM AND APPROPRIATION
Lt. Baptista summarized the staff report, recommending approval of a
contract with Motorola/Mobile Digital International in the amount of $744,220
plus a 6.5% contingency to install a Mobile Data Communications System for local
fire and police agencies; and appropriate $170,000 for this project.
Mr. Caton suggested partial funding be considered from the Drug Asset
Seizure Account to free up monies from the General Fund.
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I t was moved by Council Member Boggs, seconded by Council 1
9 y c Member Hayden and
unanimously carried to approve the contract for Mobile Data Communications
System and appropriate funds accordingly from the Drug Asset Seizure Account.
ccount.
OTHER BUSINESS - City Council Members:
Council Memi,er Hayden expressed thoughts and prayers for the Downey Police
Officers injured in the line of
�v duty and their families.
Council Member Brazelton questioned the status of enforcement on l i ti c l
signs i in the public s ri ht- f- � • a
pu g o way and was informed formed the signs gns are removed by City
ty
employees.
Council Member Brazelton inquired as to enforcement of the Smoking
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Ordinance in the City.
Council Member Boggs suggested mailing a refresher letter to citizens as a
reminder of the statutes contained in the Ordinance.
Mr. Caton was directed to review this matter and take necessary steps to
enforce the Ordinance.
Council Member Brazelton questioned the status of the Sign Ordinance as it
pertains to the Kentucky Fried Chicken restaurant on Florence Avenue, noting
their Zone Variance had been denied by the Planning Commission.
Mr. Rangel advised this company will be r e - f i l i n g a Zone Variance applica-
tion, as their Appeal was not acted upon in a timely manner.
OTHER BUSINESS - Staff Members:
Mr. Caton commended the Police Department, particularly Captain Nathan, for
their efforts in handling the robbery incident at PACE Warehouse.
Mayor Paul asked for a moment of silence in honor of the police officers
injured at the scene of the attempted robbery.
Mayor Paul announced the Council is recessing to closed session (8:50 p.m.)
to complete discussion of items previously announced on the Closed Session
Statement.
The meeting reconvened in open sesion at 9:40 p.m. with all Council Members
present. There were no closed session actions to report.
ADJOURNMENT: 9:40 p.m.
The meeting was adjourned in memory of Walter Tucker, Mayor of Compton.
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ADDENDUM TO
MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
OCTOBER 9, 1990
Council Member Boggs requested the following correction be noted
regarding her comments on page 6, paragraph 8, under ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS:
,..., AUTHORIZE POLICE DEPARTMENT TO HIRE CONSULTANT TO DO FEASIBILITY, IMPLEMEN-
TATION, AND EVALUATION STUDY OF HELICOPTER PROGRAM:
"Council Member Boggs suggested adding a prioritized list of current and
future Department needs to the proposed study. She recommended studying
the feasibility of an aerial surveillance program and requested further
information during the budget review process.
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d dith E. McDonnell
ty Clerk - Treasurer
Addendum to Council Minutes - Reg. Mtg. 10/9/90