Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-08-13-91-Regular Meeting MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AUGUST 13, 1991 TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO. Certificate of Appointment to Scott Temple, Water Advisory Board, District 5 1 Ordinance amending Downey Municipal Code re suitable paving materials for parking & driveway areas Introduced 2 Ordinance amending Downey Municipal Code re properties with one -car garages and their driveway widths Introduced 2 Items Removed from Consent Calendar 2 Minutes: Amendment Reg. Mtg., 7/9/91; Adj. & Reg. Mtgs., 7/23/91 Approved 3 Cash Contract #584 -- Firestone Blvd. /Burns Ave. Water Mains: Plans & Specifications, grant authority to advertise Approved 3 Cash Contract #585 - Downey Municipal Courthouse Demolition: Reject all bids & re- advertise as Cash Contract #585A Approved 3 Warrants issued: #37701 -38269 Approved 3 Contract for backup service with Adams Ambulance Approved 3 Retention of facilitator for Police Department Team Building Session Approved 3 Appeal, Zone Variance #91 -75 (8423 Priscilla St.) Set hrg. 8/27/91 3 Contract with Weston Pringle for Traffic Study on Lakewood /Firestone Bl vds. ; Specific Plan Environmental Impact Report and Circulation Chapter Update Approved 3 Res. #5472 prohibiting eastbound to northbound left turns and eastbound to westbound U -turns at inter- section of Myrtle St. & Firestone Blvd. Approved 3 Res. #5473 adopting Memorandum of Understanding - Downey City Employees' Assoc. - Miscellaneous Unit - Adopted 3 Res. #5474 adopting Memorandum of Understanding - Downey City Employees' Assoc. - Maintenance Unit Adopted 3 Res. #5375 adopting Memorandum of Understanding - Downey Public Safety Auxiliary Association Adopted 3 Page 1 of 3 • COUNCIL MINUTES, AUGUST 13, 1991 TABLE OF ACTIONS (CONTINUED) SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO Ord. #932 amending Downey Municipal Code by adding Chapter 9 to Article VIII re Fl oodpi ai n Management, grading and paving standards and adopting Negative Declaration & repealing certain sections of the 1988 edition of the Building Code Adopted 4 ,�•..� Ord. amending Downey Municipal Code re speed limit on Brookshire Avenue Introduced 4 Res. #5476 designating Hall Rd. & Coldbrook Ave. as an All -Way stop intersection Adopted 5 Lennie Whittington re lack of parking enforcement during street sweeping times on Manatee St. 6 Mike Heineke re video taping Council Meetings by our local cable station 6 Master Plan Presentation for Rancho Los Amigos Medical Center 6 Initiate General Plan Amendment & prepare retail commercial Specific Plan for site bounded by Firestone Blvd., San Gabriel River, Southern Pacific Railway Line and Stewart & Gray Rd. Approved 9 Residential refuse collection franchise; negotiate a new contract with Calsan (although Council will not be bound by this) & return with further information on surrounding cities re this matter Approved 12 Class specifications & designating salary ranges for Asst. Superintendent of Physical Services & Housing Planner Cont. to 8/27 12 Cn. Brazelton requesting full Council for mtg. Mtg. to be with Recreation & Community Services Comm. rescheduled 12 Cn. Boggs re return of "monkey list "; status of project on Elm Vista St. & possibility of implementing same program on Rose St.; report on assist homeless in community 12 Mayor Hayden re advertisement for vacancy in Councilmanic District 2; referenced letter from Los Angeles Mayor re joining homeless alliance 13 Page 2 of 3 • COUNCIL MINUTES, AUGUST 13, 1991 TABLE OF ACTIONS (CONTINUED) SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO Cn. Boggs requesting information on Coalition for Rio Hondo Area (for homeless) 13 Recess to Closed Session 13 ' Adjourned in memory of Alma Lou Stopher, mother of Y P Patricia Tersi 13 Meeting adjourned to 6:30 p.m., August 27, 1991, 13 Page 3 of 3 14305 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AUGUST 13, 1991 The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 7:56 p.m., August 13, 1991, 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 I ALSO PRESENT: Ken Farfsing, Acting City Manager Peter Thorson, City Attorney Judith McDonnell, City Clerk Ron Irwin, Fire Chief Clayton Mayes, Police Chief Art Rangel, Director of Community Development Richard Redmayne, Acting Director of Public Works Lowell Williams, Director of Finance Robert Brace, Acting City Engineer Alta Duke, Social Services Manager Dennis Groat, Fire Marshall William Makshanoff, Building Official Mark Sel l heim, Principal Planner June Yotsuya, Assistant to the City Manager Kathy Simmons, Administrative Assistant Cindi Api dgi an, Executive Secretary PRESENTATIONS Mayor Hayden presented a Certificate of Appointment to Scott Temple, Water Advisory Board, District 5. HEARINGS Mayor Hayden opened the public hearing on DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT REGARDING WIDTH OF DRIVEWAYS AND PAYING MATERIALS. . Ms. McDonnell affirmed the proof of publication. It was moved by Council Member Boggs, seconded by Council Member Brazelton, and so ordered to receive and file. Mr. Rangel summarized the staff report, noting this is essentially a clean -up ordinance that resulted from a code enforcement issue. Definitions of paving and driveway widths were discussed. Those driveways constructed legally or prior to 1972 would be allowed to remain. There was no correspondence received on this matter. Council Minutes 8/13/91 -1- 9306 There being no one to speak in favor or opposition, it was moved by Council Member Brazelton, seconded by Council Member Cormack, and unanimou carried to close the public hearing. ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING SECTIONS 9104.193 AND 9150.22(a) AND (h) OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE (CHAPTERS 1, ARTICLE IX) AS SAID SECTIONS PERTAIN TO ESTABLISHING STANDARDS RELATED TO SUITABLE PAVING MATERIALS FOR PARKING AND DRIVEWAY AREAS The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Council Member Cormack, seconded by Council Member Brazelton, and carried by the following vote to waive further reading and introduce: AYES: 3 COUNCIL MEMBERS: CORMACK, BRAZELTON, HAYDEN NOES: 1 COUNCIL MEMBERS: BOGGS Prior to the foregoing vote, Council Member Boggs questioned the noticing procedure and was informed that legal ads were placed in the newspapers as required; however, no personal mailings to residences within the affected area were sent. She stated this may be the reason why there was no opposition voiced tonight. ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING SECTIONS 9150.18(b)(1) AND 9150.18(b)(3) OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE (CHAPTERS 1, ARTICLE IX) AS SAID SECTIONS RELATE TO PROPERTIES WITH ONE -CAR GARAGES AND THEIR DRIVEWAY WIDTHS The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Council Member Cormack, seconded by Council Member Brazelton, and carried by the following vote to waive further reading and introduce: AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: CORMACK, BRAZELTON, HAYDEN NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: BOGGS ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR Agenda Item VI -E -1, RESIDENTIAL REFUSE COLLECTION FRANCHISE, and Agenda Item VI -F -2, CLASS SPECIFICATIONS AND DESIGNATING SALARY RANGES FOR ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT OF PHYSICAL SERVICES AND HOUSING PLANNER, were removed by Council Member Boggs. Agenda Item VI -E -1, RESIDENTIAL REFUSE COLLECTION FRANCHISE, was also removed by Mr. Kenton Krogstad. CONSENT CALENDAR It was moved by Council Member Boggs, seconded by Council Member Brazelton, and unanimously carried to waive further reading of the Resolutions and adopt the remainder of the Consent Calendar. Council Minutes 8/13/91 -2- 9O 7 MINUTES: AMENDMENT, REGULAR MEETING - JULY 9, 1991; ADJOURNED AND REGULAR MEETINGS - JULY 23, 1991: Approve. CASH CONTRACT NO. 584 - FIRESTONE BOULEVARD AND BURNS AVENUE WATER MAINS; Plans and specifications, fi cati ons , and authority y to advertise for bids at P y an estimated cost of $350,000: Approve. CASH CONTRACT NO. 585 - DOWNEY MUNICIPAL COURTHOUSE DEMOLITION; Reject all bids received and grant authority to re- advertise the project as Cash Contract No. 585A with modified conditions: Approve. WARRANTS ISSUED: #37701 - 38269, $1,510,180.14: Approve. CONTRACT FOR BACKUP SERVICE WITH ADAMS AMBULANCE for continuation e-i of emergency ambulance services: Approve. RETENTION OF FACILITATOR (HUGHES, HEISS & ASSOCIATES) FOR POLICE DEPARTMENT TEAM BUILDING SESSION at a cost of $3,500: Approve. APPEAL, ZONE VARIANCE NO. 91 -75 FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 8423 PRISCILLA STREET (Property owner: Yolanda Vasquez DeLeon); Request for substandard covered parking: Set public hearing for 7:30 p.m., August 27, 1991 in the Downey City Council Chamber. CONTRACT WITH WESTON PRINGLE FOR TRAFFIC STUDY ON LAKEWOOD/ FIRESTONE BOULEVARDS, SPECIFIC PLAN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AND CIRCULATION CHAPTER UPDATE at a cost of $27,300: Approve. RESOLUTION NO. 5472 (ADOPT) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY PROHIBITING EASTBOUND TO NORTHBOUND LEFT TURNS AND EASTBOUND TO WESTBOUND U -TURNS AT THE INTERSECTION OF FIRESTONE BOULEVARD AND MYRTLE STREET RESOLUTION NO. 5473 (ADOPT) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ADOPTING THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF DOWNEY AND THE DOWNEY CITY EMPLOYEES' ASSOCIATION - MISCELLANEOUS UNIT RESOLUTION NO. 5474 (ADOPT) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ADOPTING THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF DOWNEY AND THE DOWNEY CITY EMPLOYEES' ASSOCIATION - MAINTENANCE UNIT RESOLUTION NO. 5475 (ADOPT) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ADOPTING THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF DOWNEY AND THE DOWNEY PUBLIC SAFETY AUXILIARY ASSOCIATION Council Minutes 8/13/91 -3- ORDINANCES NOT SET FORTH ABOVE 3 0 3 ORDINANCE NO. 932 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING CHAPTER 9 TO ARTICLE VIII RELATING TO FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT, GRADING AND PAVING STANDARDS AND ADOPTING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND REPEALING SECTIONS 5901 TO 5908 AND APPENDIX CHAPTER 70 OF THE UNIFORM BUILDING CODE, 1988 EDITION Mr. Farfsing summarized the staff report, citing new standards for fl ood pl a i n management and explained enforcement of the program will not begin until the maps are approved by Congress in September, 1992. Council Member Cormack questioned the finality of the map and was informed a working map will be available within the next few months which will have a 90 day appeal period to address any problems. Council Member Boggs expressed dismay that Council must proceed with this course of action and asked that everything be done in Congress to delay the approval of the maps. Council Member Brazelton explained the Council is adopting this Ordinance to avoid penalization and to receive insurance rates currently enjoyed by other cities. In the meantime, the City will do everything they can to expedite the improvements needed to curtail all possible riverbank overflow so this expensive program will not have to be adopted. Mayor Hayden noted staff and Council are meeting on a regular basis with other communities this program affects and are in frequent contact with officials in Washington and Sacramento. 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. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE, SECTION 3186(Q) RELATING TO THE SPEED LIMIT ON BROOKSHIRE AVENUE (ORDINANCE NO. 262) Mr. Redmayne explained the item referenced is a result of recent court action. A traffic study was conducted which showed that 35 miles per hour would be a safe and reasonable speed for this zone. When children are present from the adjacent high school on Brookshire Avenue, the 25 miles per hour zone would be in effect in this area. The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Council Member Cormack, seconded by Council Member Boggs, and unanimously carried to waive further reading and introduce. Council Minutes 8/13/91 -4- 93131 RESOLUTIONS NOT SET FORTH ABOVE RESOLUTION NO. 5476 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DESIGNATING HALL ROAD AND COLDBROOK AVENUE AS AN ALL -WAY STOP INTERSECTION Mr. Redmayne explained this item was brought to staff's attention by the citizens in the area, requesting a stop sign at this "T" intersection. The traffic study conducted found the area would not comply with the minimum California Highway Patrol and Caltrans requirements to recommend installation of signs. However, the Traffic Committee did vote in favor of the stop signs. Ms. Kathy Newman, unk. address, discussed the validity of the Traffic Study. People driving from Woodruff Avenue do not know that a high density area with many people, including children, live around the corner because of the mixed zoning in the area. She requested Council concur with the Traffic Committee's recommendation. Ms. Sharon Sorensen, 11600 Adenmoor Ave., #7, noted two children have had their legs broken from traffic accidents and requested approval of the stop signs. Mr. Richard Cervellos (unk. splg.), 11706 Coldbrook Ave,, mentioned recently there are more youngsters in the street and he has noticed that drivers do not slow down when the children are playing. Council Member Cormack questioned the main objection staff has in recommending denial of the stop signs, noting their low cost and ability to be removed if the problem is not resolved. Mr. Redmayne discussed the low volume of trips in the area, taking into consideration the possible removal of equipment ropes in the Traffic Study, and the enforcement problem with increased stop signs. Council Member Boggs spoke regarding the special situation resulting from the merger of two different zoning areas: residential and manufacturing. The people in that area feel an urgent need to have the stop signs and, considering the recommendation of the Traffic Committee, she could support the request to alleviate the problem. Council Member Brazelton cited the shortcut presented by Hall Road for travelers to and from Woodruff Avenue and Bellflower Boulevard, and voiced support of a stop sign in this area. Mayor Hayden concurred with her fellow Council Members, expressing support of the stop sign installation. The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Council Member Cormack, seconded by Council Member Boggs, and unanimously carried to wive further reading and adopt. Council Minutes 8/13/91 -5- ORAL COMMUNICATIONS tJl Mr. Lennie Whittington, 8542 Manatee St., stated that in the last two weeks during street sweeping times, there has been no follow -up enforcement on his street, and there were about four or five cars that should have been ticketed. Mr. Mike Heineke, 9119 Mel Dar Ave., referenced Ordinance No. 906 and recommended video taping the Council meetings by the local Cable Station in Downey. This effort will disseminate information to more people who may be interested in City issues. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS LOS ANGELES COUNTY PRESENTATION REGARDING MASTER PLAN FOR RANCHO LOS AMIGOS MEDICAL CENTER Mr. Farfsing noted that Rancho Los Amigos Medical Center plans a large expansion and modernization program for their facilities which will be explained by County representatives. Mr. Armando Lopez, Chief Executive Officer, Rancho Los Amigos Medical Center, noted in January, 1991, he conducted a public meeting for citizens to hear the future expansion plans of the Medical Center and offer any suggestions at that time. The hospital is being down - sized from 727 beds to 600 beds, complete with new and modern building facilities. He explained the Draft Environmental Impact Report would be published by the end of this year. A key objective is to consolidate all of the functions on the north side of Imperial Highway. Over the next ten years, the hospital will retain 48 acres of land on the north side of the Highway, thereby allowing commercial development on the remainder of the land to generate revenue to pay for this expansion. He narrated a brief slide presentation of a site and landscape plan. All buildings will be finished by the year 2002. Mayor Hayden questioned the adequacy of parking facilities and was informed in addition to the main parking facility, there would remain parking throughout the complex, with the main entrance from Imperial Highway. Council Member Cormack questioned why the bed count was being decreased. Mr. Lopez advised he has hired a consultant to project the needs in this type of rehabilitation market and the result of the study was that a hospital of only 600 beds would meet the community needs for many years to come. Council Member Cormack discussed the boiler room and possibly working with the City to build a waste -to- energy facility that would provide steam and power. Council Minutes 8/13/91 - 93 11 Mr, Randy • y Means, representing Rancho Los Amigos Medical Center, mentioned that engineers are working on the size of the boiler room at this time so more information will be forthcoming on this issue. Council Member Boggs questioned how tall the buildings will be next to Quill Drive and was informed the tallest building would be four stories high. There w i l l be no ingress or egress from Quill Drive, just landscaping that w i l l enhance the appearance. Council Member Brazelton inquired into the height of the parking facility and was informed the structure would be three stories high. He expressed concern with the height of the building on Quill Drive and asked if this facility could be placed closer to Imperial Highway. Mr. Means noted there are a number of steps that must be completed prior to getting to this point and discussed the need for the in-patient center to be in a centralized location. Council Member Brazelton asked if the County has approved this project as it has been shown here and was informed the Supervisors have approved this plan as a guideline. County Supervisors will receive the Environmental Impact Report later this year for their approval. Council Member Brazelton asked if it was too late to change the layout of this plan and Mr. Means replied the County would incur too much of an expense should such a drastic change be made. Council Member Cormack noted the plan could be reversed or "flipped over" which is done frequently in the construction business. Mr. Means stated operationally this recommendation would create a lot of difficulty for them and it is necessary to maintain the operation without shutting down any of the services offered. Council Member Boggs stated her concern with the residents on Quill Drive facing a four story building. Mr. Lopez suggested he review these comments with his architects in an attempt to address the concerns expressed. In answer to a question from Council Member Boggs, Mr. Lopez stated there is a hel i pad on the site to facilitate receiving patients from other hospitals. Council Member Brazelton discussed his concern with the increased activity, noise, traffic and lighting problems which will be generated. Mayor Hayden questioned whether a public hearing will be held in Downey on the Environmental Impact Report and if the residents within a 500 foot area will be noticed, and was informed that meetings were not planned but would be considered. Mr. Means mentioned that suggestions from the neighborhood meeting in January have been incorporated into the plan, including the angle of the parking structure, so attempts are being made to accommodate concerns expressed. Council Minutes 8/13/91 -7- Mr. Lopez noted the facade of the Harriman Building will be restored for historical ur oses. 312 P P Mr. Mike Heineke, 9119 Mel Dar Ave., questioned if the final plans would be approved prior to the draft Environmental Impact Report with its 45 day response period. Mr. Means replied that the County will follow the Environmental Impact Report requirements and address any issues that surface. Mr. Warren Bennett, representing Los Angeles County, stated the final master plan will be approved by the Board of Supervisors following the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) process that will not occur until a few months from now. Ms. Nancy Ferguson, 4221 Wilshire St., Los Angeles, explained her firm is preparing the Environmental Impact Report for Rancho Los Amigos Medical Center and under CEQA requirements, all documents are presented to the Board of Supervisors at the same time for approval. The meeting recessed at 9:09 p.m. and reconvened at 9:20 p.m. with all Council Members present. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS (Continued) INITIATE GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT AND PREPARE RETAIL COMMERCIAL SPECIFIC PLAN FOR SITE BOUNDED BY FIRESTONE BOULEVARD, SAN GABRIEL RIVER, SOUTHERN PACIFIC RAILWAY LINE AND STEWART & GRAY ROAD Mr. Rangel summarized the staff report, noting two properties that front onto Firestone Boulevard have come up for sale, and may possibly be used for a retail commercial site that would generate revenue. He noted that General Telephone Company has expressed an interest in the site; however, their presence would not generate property taxes for the City. He discussed possible retail centers, tax and revenue figures, and noted the constraints involved. Staff recommends the idea of preparing a retail commercial Specific Plan for this property. Council Member Boggs questioned when Firestone Bouelvard would be turned over to the City and was informed the transfer would occur in approximately two years when the Century Freeway is completed. She expressed support in proceeding with the plan. Mr. Lennie Whittington, 8542 Manatee St., noted this subject property is in an eminent domain area and the owners may not wish to have their property taken in this manner. Also, he expressed concern that the proposal was not for the benefit of the City but referred to a rumor that this project was involved with Mr. Pentz and the Stonewood Center. Ms. Ellen Driscoll, 251 Lake Ave., Pasadena, represented the Fu /Lyons Company which owns approximately 3.5 acres in the subject area. At this time, her clients are opposed to the General Plan Amendment and the preparation of a retail commercial Specific Plan. They are not interested in the Zone Change, as this will not benefit their clients in a fiscal manner. The property owners, however, are interested in working with the City since this area is in the Redevelopment District. Council Minutes 8/13/91 -8 i:3 Mr. Chuck L ons 3907 Countr Club Dr. iscussed Lyons, Country Lakewood, , comparison figures with those presented by staff and suggested that perhaps the study did not take into account all the issues. Mr. Dwayne Pierson, representing PW Pipe, 1201 3rd Ave., Seattle, noted his company neither favors or opposes the proposed plan. He explained their corporate goal is to have the property sold by the end of this year and mentioned the offer made by General Telephone Company would be closed by year -end. He stated his dilemma between this goal and any City assurance that the properties would be purchased and developed. Mr. Marshall Krupp, unk. address, President of CSEA Real Estate Development, Inc. stated his firm has made offers to these property owners for their property. He discussed necessary commitments from the Council, such as the General Plan Amendment and subsequent Zone Change to allow for commercial use, and an owner-participation agreement in terms of the Redevelopment : Agency. Mr. John Pentz, 2 Corporate Plaza, Newport Beach, mentioned with his company's $130 million dollar investment in Downey, he is interested in developing other retail projects in the City. Stonewood Center is a partnership of Hughes Investments and the William Lyon Company, and the latter partnership is not pursuing this property. A member of Hughes Investments is interested in this property. He concurred with Mr. Krupp regarding the need for commitment and shared a potential plan for the area. He stated commitments have been received from two to three major tenants that would occupy the site. Offers have been made to the property owners which are pending at this time. He expressed encouragement with staff's recommendation and requested he be kept updated on the status of the project. Council Member Brazelton noted this is a prime key location and reasonable time should be spent on studying its potential. Keeping in mind the property owners wish to move forward, he requested staff expedite their studies. Council Member Boggs concurred, requesting staff proceed with the e— Specific Plan and General Plan Amendment immediately. Council Member Cormack expressed concern that any planning projects be done as soon as possible because the property owners have the right to know the status of their site. Mayor Hayden agreed, recommending working closely with the property owners throughout this project. It was moved by Council Member Boggs, seconded by Council Member Brazelton and unanimously approved to initiate General Plan Amendment and prepare Retail Commercial Specific Plan for approximately 12 acre site bounded by Firestone Boulevard, San Gabriel River, Southern Pacific Raiiway Line and Stewart & Gray Road. Council Minutes 8/13/91 -9- OTHER BUSINESS - ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR RESIDENTIAL REFUSE COLLECTION FRANCHISE Mr. Redmayne summarized the staff report, discussing the various programs of conservation. He noted the current contractor is very cooperative with the City on new programs; the Health and Sanitation Committee has intermittently reviewed their work in the field and finds it efficiently done. The cost is below the median for this area. Therefore, staff does not see the need to go out to bid on residential refuse collection. Mr. Kenton Krogstad, 11525 Downey Ave., expressed concern as a residential consumer that this item is not going out to bid. He was assured over a year ago that the City would be going to bid for this contract in 1991. He discussed Calsan's small capacity compared to larger companies that can adequately cover the City's trash consumption through larger transfer stations, dumps and landfills. He questioned whether a study was ever done to survey surrounding cities for price comparisons. He reiterated this should be opened up to competitive bidding. Mr. Lennie Whittington, 8542 Manatee St., discussed the fact it was promised years ago that when this current contract expired, the next contract would go out to bid. He noted the rate increases throughout the past years. He recommended the trash hauler use a transfer station or truck to avoid the long lines and wasted time at the landfills. Ms. Doris Patterson, 10524 Lesterford Ave., discussed the many community events that the owner of Calsan has done for Downey, citing his involvement with the Emergency Preparedness Committee, the Green - Waste Program, Gangs Out Of Downey, Downey Rose Float Association, etc. She stated when managers are hired, they should be allowed to manage. Mr. Morris Belecoff (unk. splg.), 9138 Richeon Ave., co -owner of Haul-Away Rubbish and Recycling, mentioned Calsan does a decent job; however, no one else has an opportunity to also work with the City. He expressed concern that he would lose his business license if competitive bids are not allowed from other companies. Mr. Jim Carson, 12521 Dolan Ave., member of the Health and . Environmental Sanitation Committee, noted we have been exceptionally fortunate in the City to have as little problems as we do with our trash haulers. In checking waste haulers in other cities, Downey has far fewer problems. The Committee checks rates yearly and we have always been in the low to medium range. Regarding the automatic rate increase, the contract states the formula based on cost of living raises, insurance rates, dumping rates, etc. The Committee and staff have investigated these figures and they are correct. The recommendation from the Committee and staff is not to use the bidding process and attempt to negotiate with Calsan for a new contract. Council Minutes 8/13/91 -10- 931:) Ms. Gloria Heer, 10257 Rives Ave., member of the Health and Environmental Sanitation Committee, noted she came onto the Committee as a skeptic, however, by personally observing the trash haulers work, she personally was. impressed. The Committee has been very pleased with Calsan's cooperation on all the City's recycling programs. Mayor Hayden inquired if these checks were random or if the company was informed and Ms. Heer replied Calsan is never notified of the date or time of the random checks. Various Committee members check independently and may not know when other members are also observing the trucks. Council Member Brazelton questioned the down -side of going out to bid. Ms. Heer noted the Committee does not object to going out to bid, but the many ways Calsan contributes to these other communit programs rams P 9 should be listed companies. sh ou a sted�nar f request for proposal osal to other com an i q P P P Council ' Member Cormack recalled Downey 's initiative in the recycling programs. Calsan fronted money in getting this problem started. To go out to bid now would be foolish when the City is receiving this type of service. He noted bigger is not always better. Ms. Karen Reagan, 9554 Telegraph Rd., noted she is involved in Keep Downey Beautiful and knows that Calsan has done a lot for the City in the recycling program. Council Member Boggs explained when increased rates are considered, Council has been given a survey of surrounding cities' prices, so they are aware of what they are approving. A Council Member serves on the Los Angeles County Sanitation District at all times. Thus, the Council is aware of the situation. We have a policy where we do contract with our own local businesses within the City and we have been satisfied with the service provided by our current hauler. It was moved by Council Member Boggs and seconded by Council Member Cormack to have staff negotiate a new contract with Calsan, not be bound by this contract, and get reports from the surrounding areas regarding r—] refuse hauling. (See later vote). Mr. Whittington, 8542 Manatee St., clarified the recommendation on . the staff report. Council Member Cormack noted his lengthy Council term and does not recall ever promising anyone that the City would go to bid at any time. Mr. Mike Heineke, 9119 Mel Dar Ave., expressed concern with interrupting good programs in Downey that are currently being done by Calsan; however, Assembly B i l l 939 has severe penalties if certain reductions are not met on time. Council should consider if the current hauler can meet these requirements. Council Minutes 8/13/91 -11- 1 Mayor Hayden noted partial information on Assembly Bill 939 has .9316 been provided for the Council tonight, mentioning it would be difficult to say that any given hauler can meet all the specific requirements. Council Member Boggs mentioned the Green Waste Program with the current hauler and a recycling program that will be expanding. One of her reasons for hesitating to go out to bid is because of the work already taking place with the current hauler and the City to meet the criteria in Assembly Bill 939. Mayor Hayden noted the agreement when negotiated will include the specifics of Assembly Bill 939. '"''' Council Member Brazelton stated he does believe in healthy competition but after further consideration, he supports staff's recommendation. The vote on the above motion was unanimous. CLASS SPECIFICATIONS & DESIGNATING SALARY RANGES FOR ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT OF PHYSICAL SERVICES AND HOUSING PLANNER Council Member Boggs expressed concern that there _should be consistency with the current financial crisis confronting the City; thus, these reclassifications should be frozen. Mr. Birch noted this item had been pulled from a previous agenda because the Association representative had expressed concern, but now they have worked it out all conflicts with the Memorandums of Understanding adopted tonight. Discussion ensued regarding positions lost through attrition and salary savings. Mayor Hayden requested staff further review this matter and return to the next meeting with more information. OTHER BUSINESS - COUNCIL MEMBERS: Council Member Brazelton recommended the joint meeting on August 26, 1991 with the Recreation and Community Services Commission regarding the golf course be delayed until the Council vacancy can be filled so a full Council can be present. Council concurred and the meeting will be rescheduled. Council Member Boggs requested the "monkey list" be reinstated, referring to items brought up by Council Members and then never heard about again. She reiterated her request for an update on Elm Vista Street and the possibility of doing the same project on Rose Street; the status of a study to be conducted on Imperial Highway, and a report back on how we can assist the homeless in our community. Mayor Hayden advised an advertisement has been placed in the newspapers regarding the vacancy in Counci l mani c District 2. Regarding the homeless comment, she has received a request from the Mayor of Los Angeles requesting the City join their homeless alliance and would l i k e Council to consider this matter at another time. Council Minutes 8/13/91 -12- 1 ,,, 9314 Council Member Boggs noted there is a coalition for the Rio Hondo area, not affiliated with the Rio Hondo Temporary Home, which we might want to get information about if we are joining some type of homeless alliance. Mayor Hayden announced the meeting is recessing (10 :25 p.m.) to Closed Session to complete items previously discussed on the Closed Session Statement. The meeting reconvened at 11 :00 p.m. with all Council Members present. There were no Closed Session actions to report. ADJOURNMENT: 11 :00 p.m. 7 The meeting was adjourned in memory of Alma Lou Stopher, mother of Patricia Tersi to 6:30 p.m., August 27, 1991 in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall. ..) , m j i - & 4 1,_ / i...d ' / 1 i / TM J dith E. McDonnel i , City Clerk bara J. ),, en . M or ,:-,e.,1.--- R Council Minutes 8/13/91 -13-