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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-05-26-59-Regular Meeting579 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY MAY 26TH, 1959 The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting in the Council Chambers of the Downey City Hall at 8 :00 A.M. on Tuesday, May 26, 1959. Mayor Edwin W. Giddings presiding. PRESENT: Peavey, Dunnum, Temple, Giddings ABSENT: Stamps ALSO PRESENT: Oren L. King, City Manager Loren Morgan, Deputy Chief of Police Richard Barhite, Director of Public Works Donald Simpson, City Engineer A. C. Gabriel, Purchasing Agent Dan McNutt, City Planner Lester Bergslien, City Librarian Glenn Kendall, Assistant City Manager Roy Starkey, Director of Finance Harry Williams, Acting City Attorney Della Doyle, City Clerk Alberta Pfeiffer, Deputy City Clerk The invocation was given by Reverend Roy L. Ruth of the First Methodist Church of Downey. Mayor Giddings announced that now is the time and place for the hearing on the Debt Limit Report of 10th Street Improvement District #18. Mayor Giddings asked the City Clerk if she had received the affidavit of mailing relative to this hearing. The City Clerk answered the affidavit of mailing had been received. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Peavey and so ordered that the affidavit of mailing be filed regarding the 10th Street Improvement District #18. Mr. Richard Barhite, Director of Public Works, presented a report on the total assessment to the area which is in the estimated amount of $38,033.95. The Mayor asked if there were any written protests. The City, Clerk read protests from the following persons: Ida H. Brown & Ruth L. Fritsche 8523 10th Street, Downey Mark Raby 8531 E. 10th Street, Downey The following persons protested orally to the 10th Street Improvement #18: Robert G. LeBarron 8579 10th Street, Downey Edward J. Farrell, 8584 10th Street, Downey W. M. Hargis 10310 Brookshire Avenue, Downey A. Z. Cooper 8516 10th Street, Downey Olive J. Bakken 8572 10th Street, Downey Julian White 8512 10th Street, Downey 580. Kathleen Lapres 8517 10th Street, Downey Councilman Stamps arrived at the Council Meeting at 8:30 A.M. There being no further written or oral protests to the 10th Street Improvement District #18, it was moved by Councilman Peavey, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote to continue the hearing until the next Council Meeting on June 9, 1959. 5 AYES: Peavey, Dunnum, Stamps, Temple, Giddings 0 NOES: None 0 ABSENT: None The Mayor announced that now is the time and place for the hearing on the report submitted pursuant to the Municipal Improvement Act of 1913 for the improvement of Tenth Street and the acquisition of rights of way between Brookshire and Birchdale. The Mayor asked if the City Clerk had the following affidavits relative to the hearing: 1. Affidavit of Publication 2. Affidavit of Posting 3. Affidavit of Mailing The City Clerk answered that she had the Affidavits of Publication, Posting and Mailing. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Peavey and so ordered that the Affidavits of Publication, Posting and Mailing be filed. It was moved by Councilman Peavey, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that the hearing on the report submitted pur- suant to the Municipal Improvement Act of 1913 for the improvement of Tenth Street and the acquisition of rights of way between Brookshire and Birchdale be continued to the next Council Meeting on June 9, 1959, in the Council Chambers of the City Hall. 5 AYES: Councilmen: Peavey, Dunnum, Stamps, Temple, Giddings 0 NOES: Councilmen: None 0 ABSENT: Councilmen: None Mayor Giddings recognized members of the Library Board and requested their chairman, Merritt Yancey, to present the Library Board's report on the library bids. Mr. Yancey recommended that the bid for construction of the new City Library include the alternate for vinyl tile floor which additional amount for vinyl is well justified due to its qualities of durability, noise abatement and easier maintenance. It was recommended by Mr. Yancey that the contract for construction of the City Library be awarded to the lowest and best bidder, Kiely Corp., for the sum of $186,200.00. Mrs. Chapman, member of the Library Board, reported that she has been in other libraries where asphalt tile flooring was installed and these asphalt floors were not as satisfactory over a long period of time as the vinyl tile floors. After Mr. Yancey's report and the summation of bids on Contract #29 for �—' the City Library Building, it was moved by Councilman Peavey, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that the bid be awarded to the lowest and best bidder, Kiely Corp., for the sum of $186,200.00 which includes the bid alternate for Vinyl tile flooring and air conditioning, and authorizing the return of bid bonds. (See correction in Minutes of June 9, 1959.) AYES: 5 Councilmen: Peavey, Dunnum, Stamps, Temple, Giddings NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None a. 581 Councilman Dunnum commended the diligent and excellent efforts of the Library Board and congratulated them. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Stamps and so ordered that the minutes of the meeting of May 12th, 1959, be approved as corrected, and that the minutes of the meeting of May 19th, 1959, be approved as read. The City Clerk read the following correspondence: A letter of appeal from Edgar H. Hatfield and William Wolfe with the required deposit of $50.00 in Zone Exception Case #105 (property at 8049 E. Florence Avenue). Mr. Dan McNutt, City Planner, presented a resume of the Planning Commission's findings and stated that notices would be sent out at least 10 days prior to the hearing before the Planning Commission. After some discussion it was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Peavey and passed by the following vote that Zone Exception Case #105 be referred back to the Planning Commission for reconsideration. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Peavey, Dunnum, Stamps, Temple, Giddings NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None A letter of appeal from Whitman, Ward and Thomas with the accompanying $50.00 deposit required, on Zone Exception Case #129 (A & P - Florence Avenue) was read. After some discussion it was moved by Councilman Stamps, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote to set a hearing before the Council on Zone Exception Case #129 for Thursday, June 18, 1959, at 7:30 P.M. to be held in the Downey Elementary School Cafetorium. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Peavey, Stamps, Temple, Giddings NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Councilman Dunnum disqualified himself from voting. Joe Street of 8336 E. Dinsdale, Downey, asked that the petitions in Zone Exception Case #129 be checked as to land holdings and property owned, and that a transcript of the Planning Commission hearing be studied before the public hearing. A letter from the County Boundary Commission announcing a proposed Annexation No. 1 to the City of Paramount. A letter from the County Boundary Commission announcing a proposed Annexation to the City of Vernon of territory known as Bandini Annexation. A letter from Mrs. Nancy Neri requesting that a crossing guard be stationed at Paramount and Quill for St. Raymond Catholic School pupils. Councilman Temple reported that this has been tentatively approved and that this school is contemplating the use of School Boy Patrols. A letter from Mr. Geo. P. Byrum commending the City for considering a municipal bus system. A letter from Henry Miner, member of the Planning Commission, tendering �-= his resignation effective July 1, 1959. Mayor Giddings expressed that he personally is very proud and happy of the job Mr. Henry Miner has done in the Planning Commission and that any person doing such a splendid job must surely be a dedicated person, and that Mr. Miner's resignation is accepted with considerable regret. Mayor Giddings suggested that a letter of commendation be prepared for the Mayor's signature and that an award for meritorious service be issued to Mr. Miner in the early future. Z, :' ',, 58, It was moved by Councilman Giddings, seconded by Councilman Peavey and passed by the following vote that Mr. Ben Corbin replace Mr. Henry Miner to serve on the Planning Commission, effective July 1, 1959. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Peavey, Dunnum, Stamps, Temple, Giddings NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Peavey, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and passed by the following vote that a resolution be drawn thanking Mr. Henry Miner for his services on the Planning Commission. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Peavey, Dunnum, Stamps, Temple, Giddings NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Giddings, seoonded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that Mr. Henry Miner be appointed to serve on the Water Board. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Peavey, Dunnum, Stamps, Temple, Giddings NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None A letter from Mayor Harold Eaves of the City of Huntington Park, host of the June meeting of the Southeast District Mayors and Councilmen to be held at the Hearth Restaurant, 7857 E. Florence Avenue, Downey, on Thursday, June 4, at 6:30 P.M. was read. Mayor Giddings announced that the Mutual Aid Cities' June meeting will also be held in Huntington Park and that the fifth Monday has been scheduled with the time and place to be furnished at a later date. _ A letter from Mayor Terry D. Schrunk of the City of Portland, Oregon to invite the Mayor, City Manager and members of the City Council to plan a post- convention trip into the Northwest country to visit the State of Oregon and the Centennial Celebration which is June 10 through September 17. A copy of a letter from Frank G. Bonelli to C. M. Gillis, Road Commis- sioner expressing his desire to ascertain the possibility of allocating $38,000 for the widening of Florence Avenue between Paramount Blvd. and Downey Avenue in Downey and requesting a review of this project and advice to him as to recommendations. ORDINANCE NO. 126 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING SECTION 9102.1 OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE. (Planning Resolution No. 41) The ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Peavey, seconded by Councilman Stamps and so ordered that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Peavey, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that Ordinance No. 126 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Peavey, Dunnum, Stamps, Temple, Giddings NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 423 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY CHANGING THE NAME OF "GALLATIN SCHOOL HOUSE ROAD" TO "GALLATIN ROAD" The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Peavey, seconded by Councilman Stamps and so ordered that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Peavey, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 423 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Peavey, Dunnum, Stamps, Temple, Giddings NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. WS 148 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AND SPECIFYING THE FUNDS OUT OF WHICH THE SAME ARE TO BE PAID. (69491 through X69796 $60,308.63) (Payroll) The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Stamps, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Stamps, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. WS 148 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Peavey, Dunnum, Stamps, Temple, Giddings NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. WS 149 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AND SPECIFYING THE FUNDS OUT OF WHICH THE SAME ARE TO BE PAID. (64159 through X64245 $25,936.58) The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Stamps and so ordered that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Stamps and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. WS 149 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Peavey, Dunnum, Stamps, Temple, Giddings NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 424 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY COMMENDING LeROY A. STARKEY, DIRECTOR OF FINANCE, FOR A JOB WELL DONE The resolution was read in full. It was moved by Councilman Peavey, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 424 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Peavey, Dunnum, Stamps, Temple, Giddings NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mr. LeRoy Starkey stated it has been a tremendous experience in his life working with the Administration and City Council and that it will be difficult to leave the crew of the City of Downey. He stated further that Downey will always have a soft spot in his heart. Mayor Giddings wished him much success in his new position. Mr. King reported that the following documents in connection with Improvement District No. 47, the improvement of Bluff`Road between the northerly line of Glenncliff Drive and the Southerly boundary of Tract No. 21840 have been prepared: 1. Form of petition 2. Map showing boundary of district 3. Preliminary Engineer's estimate 4. Report to property owners Mr. King reported that the total estimated cost of the project is $32,458.00, assessment to the propErty owners to be at the rate of 50% of the actual total cost which, based on 281 lots, would amount to approximately $57.00 to the property owners. The City Manager recommended the City Council consider authorizing the circulation of the petition. It was moved by Councilman Peavey, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that permission be granted to circulate peti- tions for the improvement of Bluff Road, Improvement District No. 47, between the northerly line of Glenncliff Drive and the southerly boundary of Tract No. 21840. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Peavey, Dunnum, Stamps, Temple, Giddings NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mr. King read a letter which he had received in reply to his letter to the Los Angeles Flood Control District in which they respectfully do not wish to be included in the project to improve Bluff Road. Mr. King was advised by the Council to investigate further with the City Attorney to see if the Flood Control District may be excluded or may be asked to participate. After a summation of bids received on Cash Contract No. 27, the installa- tion of traffic signals at the intersection of Woodruff Avenue and Washburn Crossing Road, it was recommended that the bid be awarded to the lowest and best bidder, Electric Machinery Service, Inc., in the amount of $9,797.00. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that Cash Contract No. 27 be awarded to the lowest and best bidder, Electric Machinery Service, Inc., in the amount of $9,797.00 for the traffic signals at the intersection of Woodruff Avenue and Washburn Crossing Road. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Peavey, Dunnum, Stamps, Temple, Giddings NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None The City Manager reported the plans and specifications for the resurfac- ing of Wiley -Burke Avenue between Firestone Blvd. and Muller St. have been filed with the City Clerk providing for a l" asphaltic concrete layer to be placed over the existing pavement. The estimated cost of this work is $4,400.00, for which there are funds available in the budget. Mr. King requested the Council to consider approval of Plans and Specifications and authorizing to advertise for bids. It was moved by Councilman Peavey, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote to approve plans and specifications for the resurfacing of Wiley -Burke Avenue between Firestone Blvd. and Muller St. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Peavey, Dunnum., Stamps, Temple, Giddings NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Stamps, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote to authorize advertising for bids for the re- surfacing of Wiley -Burke Avenue between Firestone and Muller for Contract No. 26 -A. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Peavey, Dunnum, Stamps, Temple, Giddings NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None i 585 It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that Mr. Mike Kearns be appointed to replace the late Mrs. M. C. Kearns on the Civic Center Committee, and that Joe Case be appointed to fill the vacancy on the Citizens Tax Committee. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Peavey, Dunnum, Stamps, Temple, Giddings NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mr. Richard Barhite, Director of Public Works, reported that the ex- tension of Stewart and Gray Road through acquisition of right of way from the former Rheem Mfg. Co. had fallen through as a result of the purchase of Rheem by Aerojet Corp. Mr. King suggested that a field trip throughout the City be conducted by Mr. Barhite to continue to study which improvements should have priority. It was also suggested that further endeavor be made to secure the right of way from Aerojet Corp. necessary to extend Stewart and Gray Road. Mr. King presented the Finance Committee Report. He stated five con- secutive study sessions had been held by the Finance Committee regarding the 1959 -60 budget. It is the primary recommendation of the Finance Committee to endeavor to end the year (1959 -60) with a minimum of $750,000.00 anticipated reserve and to levy a 10,,, tax rate if necessary to accomplish this. The City Manager recommended that the Council set the next Council Meeting as a public hearing in order to approve a tentative preliminary budget. Mr. King outlined the needs of the various departments giving the total budget for the year 1959 -60 in the amount of $3,321,045.00 with an anticipated tax reserve of $700,355.00. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Peavey and passed by the following vote to set a hearing at the next Council Meeting, June 9, 1959, on the proposed operating budget. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Peavey, Dunnum, Stamps, Temple, Giddings NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None The City Manager presented a Traffic Committee report and suggested that the Council approve the recommendation of the Traffic Committee to alter the existing center striping to provide a fiber raised island in the center of Florence Avenue which will serve as a pedestrian refuge and protection for mounting a pedestrian crossing sign at Florence Avenue and Tweedy Lane; and to install safety lighting to provide night time protection for both pedes- trians and vehicles at an approximate cost of $2,000.00. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Peavey to pro- vide an island in the center of Florence Avenue which will serve as a ped- estrian refuge and protection for mounting a pedestrian crossing sign at Florence Avenue and Tweedy Lane; and to install safety lighting to provide night time protection for both pedestrians and vehicles at an approximate cost of $2,000.00 provided it will be included in the proposed budget. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Peavey, Dunnum, Stamps, Temple, Giddings NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None The Traffic Committee advised the Council that it appears advisable not to initiate a program to interject street name markings on the pavement of major streets in Downey in advance of intersecting streets. The Council recommended that the Traffic Committee make a further study of better street name markings. The City Manager recommended that the Council meet with the Planning Commission on Wednesday, May 27, 1959, at 7:30 to review the Master Zoning Ordinance. The City Manager reported that in a conference with Mr. Cowan, owner of the property across from the City Hall, he was unable to agree to a purchase price and recommended that the City Attorney be authorized to prepare condemnation proceedings under the right of eminent domain and that Mr. Cowan be so notified by letter at an early date. Mr. King read a letter which was to be sent to Mr. Cowan authorizing the City Attorney to take the necessary steps to initiate proceedings to condemn Mr. Cowan's property. It was moved by Councilman Peavey, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that the letter to Mr. Cowan which was read by Mr. King be approved. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Peavey, Dunnum, Temple, Giddings NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None ABSTAIN: 1 Councilman: Stamps The City Manager reported that every endeavor is being made to get the support of the Civil Aeronautics Board in setting up additional flights from the East Coast and Florida (particularly Miami) to the West Coast. The City Manager reported that a meeting was held with school officials, the City Attorney, and the Planning Director to endeavor to ascertain what action, if any, the City should take relative to the letter from Mr. William P. Wilson of April 9 regarding a 60 -foot non - exclusive easement along the south boundary of the Gallatin School administration property. Representatives of the School District indicated the County Counsel has advised the School Dis- trict that no easement exists over their property in favor of Mr. Barham. Further, the County Counsel's office has advised the Superintendent of the Gallatin School District that there is no authority on the part of the District to convey such an easement to Mr. Barham. It is the opinion of the City Attorney that the City has no legal position in the matter and that any solu- tion to the problem will have to be worked out between the property owners involved. Mr. Crone, 11601 Clancey, who has purchased property at 9207 Lakewood Blvd., reported he has no access to the rear of his property since a 60-foot right of way has been rescinded. The City Manager advised Mr. Crone that he will arrange a meeting with the City Attorney to discuss his problem and to also clarify the City's position in the matter. The City Manager reported that Radio Station KIEV is now in the process of installing a radio transmitter in the Police Department of the City of Downey. It is anticipated that a regular radio program will be conducted from 7:45 to 7:50 A.M. On these five - minute broadcasts, information will be given concerning traffic laws, items pertinent to good driving habits, items of interest to the public concerning the activities of the Police Department and others throughout the area, and may also include civil defense information, fire prevention, or any other information which the Council and management wish t® broadcast to the public. In addition this facility may be activated at any time throughout the day from 6 :00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. on an emergency basis, notifying people of traffic tie -ups, fires, plane crashes, and other emergency information. The installation of the radio transmitter is to be at no cost to the City and is made available by Radio Station KIEV, Glendale, as a public service. . The owner- operator of this particular station, Mr. E. C. "Cal" Cannon, is also the Mayor of Glendale. The City Manager announced there is to be a police auction on Saturday, June 6, 1959, at 10:00 A.M. Mr. King reported he had received a letter from the Board of Realtors recommending listing the property on Clark Street with C. Larry Hoag at $6450.00, and the lot behind the new Fire Station on Florence Avenue with Ernie McCallum for the amount of $10,500.00. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Temple and 587 passed by the following vote that the property on Clark Street be listed with C. Larry Hoag in the amount of $6450.00, and that the lot behind the new Fire Station on Florence Avenue be'listed with Ernie McCallum for the amount of $10,500.00. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Peavey, Dunnum, Stamps, Temple, Giddings NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None The City Manager read a report from the Personnel Advisory Board sug- gesting the assignment of the Assistant City Manager to assume the responsibilities of the Finance Director, Mr. LeRoy Starkey. It was rec- ommended that Glenn Kendall, Assistant Manager, be authorized to assume the duties of the Director of Finance, effective Tuesday, May 26, at a salary of $1050.00 per month, effective July 1, 1959. It was also recommended that a Personnel Assistant be employed upon Pay Key 21 at a salary range of $531 to $645, effective June 15, 1959. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that Glenn Kendall, Assistant City Manager, immediately assume the duties of the Director of Finance with the additional help he may require, at a salary rate of $1050.00 effective July 1, 1959. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Peavey, Dunnum, Stamps, Temple, Giddings NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Countilman Temple and passed by the following vote to authorize Glenn Kendall to attend the National Municipal Finance Officers Conference in Montreal, Can.. from June 7 through June 11. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Peavey, Dunnum, Stamps, Temple, Giddings NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Peavey and passed by the following vote to employ a Personnel Assistant upon Pay Key 21 at a salary range of $531 to $645, effective June 15, 1959. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Peavey, Dunnum, Stamps, Temple, Giddings NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Councilman Temple reported he has had several complaints regarding dogs getting out of control in various areas throughout the City. It was recom- mended that a study be made of the dog pound situation and the feasibility of the City's setting up its own pound. Councilman Peavey reported that the Crosstown Bus Transportation Company could not find any way that a line in Downey would pay. Mr. King reported he had talked with Mr. Dean Carson of the Crosstown Bus System who felt they could possibly lease buses to the City. Mr. King reported he would be able to submit a more complete report within 30 or 40 days after meeting with the Metropolitan Transportation Company also. It was recommended that the Cities of Montebello, Santa Monica and others be contacted regarding their use of a municipal bus system. Councilman Dunnum moved, it was seconded by Councilman Peavey and it was so ordered that the Council go on record as opposing AB 2811 relative to the matter of utility relocation costs and so notify the Assemblymen and Senator. There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting adjourned at 11:00 A.M. I City Clerk Mdyor