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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-10-14-63-Regular Meetingr .812 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY OCTOBER 14TH, 1963 The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall at 7:30 P.M., October 14, 1963 M6y r Ben Corbin presiding. PRESENT: Councilmen: Skinner, Morton, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin ALSO PRESENT: Oren L. King, City Manager Royal M. Sorensen, City Attorney A. C. Gabriel, Director of Finance Ervin Spindel, Director of Public Works Sherman Griselle, Director of Planning Lee Leavitt, City Engineer Ray Lake, Director of Building & Safety Robert Gain, Fire Chief Loren Morgan, Deputy Chief of Police Della Doyle, City Clerk Alberta Pfeiffer, Deputy City Clerk Reverend Milton Gould of the First Baptist Church in Downey de- livered the invocation. Mayor Corbin announced that this is the time and place set for the hearing on the Resolution of Intention for vacation of a portion of Firestone Boulevard and Pangborn Avenue. Mr. Spindel gave a resume of the proposed vacation of the southwest corner of the property to have it placed back on the tax roll. It had been ascertained that there were no easements existing within the portion for vacation. There being no written and no oral protests to the vacation of the portion of Firestone Boulevard and Pangborn Avenue, it was moved by Councilman Skinner, seconded by Councilman Morton and so ordered that the hearing on the Resolution of Intention be closed. RESOLUTION NO. 1246 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ORDERING THE VACATION OF A PORTION OF FIRESTONE BOULEVARD AND PANGBORN AVENUE The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1246 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mayor Corbin announced that this is the time and place set for the hearing of protests or objections against the assessment for improvement of Donavan Street and Birchdale Avenue, AD #71. The Mayor inquired if the City Clerk had the Affidavits of Publica- tion, Posting and Mailing. The City Clerk replied she had the Affidavits. Council Minutes 10/14/63 -1- ^*� It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered the affidavits be received and filed. The Mayor asked the City Clerk if she had received any written protests. The City Clerk replied she had none. The Mayor then inquired if there was anyone wishing to speak against the assessment for these improvements. There were none. The Director of Public Works reported that the cost to be assessed against the property owners was to be $7,506.10. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that the hearing of protests or objections against the assessment for improvement of Donovan Street and Birchdale Avenue, AD #71, be closed. .AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1247 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AUTHORIZING A CONTRIBUTION BY THE CITY IN THOSE CERTAIN ASSESSMENT DISTRICT PROCEEDINGS PURSUANT TO RESOLUTION OF INTENTION NO. 1120 (AD 71 - DONOVAN STREET AND BIRCH - DALE AVENUE) The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Skinner and so ordered that further read- ing be waived. It was moved by Councilman Skinner, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1247 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1248 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENT FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF DONOVAN STREET AND BIRCHDALE AVENUE (AD 71) The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Skinner, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered that further read- ing be waived. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Skinner and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1248 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mayor Corbin reported that this is the time and place set for the hearing on Downey Improvement Project #506. Mr. Spindel reported that 50% of property owners on the west side of Rives- south of Luxor have installed curbs, gutters and sidewalk and requested Council to authorize Council. Minutes 10/14/63 -2- U,-- i 181# proceedings under Chapter #27 of the 1911 Act for the remainder of the block to construct same, and that the public hearing is required under these proceedings. Dr. Chambers, 11745 Rives, protested r magnolia tree which would be in the pathway stated he was in favor of the improvements. an investigation had been made and that the made by removal of part of the roots of the tree or causing any hazard. amoval of an historic of the improvements but Mr. Spindel reported improvements could be tree without harming the It was moved by Councilman Skinner, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote to close the hearing on Downey Improve - ment Project #506. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Morton and passed by the following vote to authorize the Department of Public Works to proceed with improvements in Downey Improvement Project #506, provided the tree will not be harmed in any way at 11745 Rives Avenue. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Skinner and passed by the following vote that the minutes of September 24, 1963, be approved as corrected. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None The City Clerk reported on the following correspondence: 1. A letter was read in full from South Coast Construction Company, General Contractors commending b�ft &etty for its cooperation in meeting the deadline for construction of the /States National Bank. Ordered re- ceived and filed. 2. A letter from the Downey Unified School District again declining participation in the pedestrian overpass project at the Santa Ana Freeway. Ordered received and filed. 3. A claim for damages from Arlene H. Wilson in the amount of $479.04 for automobile repair, plus an unknown amount for injuries. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Skinner and passed by the following vote that the claim be denied and referred to the insurance carrier. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Temple,Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None '^ ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Council Minutes 10/14/63 -3- 1815 RESOLUTION NO. 1249 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY COMMENDING SUPERVISOR FRANK G. BONELLI AND SUPPORTING HIS STATEMENT RECOMMENDING PRIVATE ENTERPRISE FINANCING FOR THE METROPOLITAN TRANSIT AUTHORITY RAPID TRANSIT --� PROGRAM The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Skinner, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1249 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY PROHIBITING PARKING ON BOTH SIDES OF PHLOX STREET BETWEEN DOWNEY AVENUE AND 1,000 FEET WESTERLY J. Arch Morris, 10005 Sideview Drive, owner of property at 8267 Phlox Street, objected to restricting parking at all times as proposed, but would consider 2 -hour parking. It was moved by Councilman Skinner, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote to hold the resolution for further study ^ and consideration of the placing of a 2 -hour parking restriction on Phlox Street. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1250 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY REQUESTING SPECIAL DEPOSIT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF DRIVEWAYS (TRACT NO. 13091 - SMALLWOOD AVENUE AND SAMOLINE AVENUE) The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Skinner, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1250 be adopted. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Counc the proper in similar 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin 0 Councilmen: None 0 Councilmen: None ilman Skinner requested that the City Manager direct a letter to authorities to inquire if there might be other funds returnable cases. The City Attorney reviewed a letter in answer to the question which had been raised as to whether it is proper for the City of Downey to sell property originally purchased by the City and contemplated to be used as a site for a superior court within the City of Downey. Since there is no Council Minutes 10/14/63 -4- 18161 provision in the general laws of the State of California or in a city ordinance requiring any specific procedure by the City Council relative to the sale of real property which has not been used or devoted to a public use, then the property in question, being determined to be sur- plus and not needed for the purpose for xv ch it was purchased, nor for any other public purpose, can be sold for its fair market price. City Attorney Sorensen reviewed the escrow instructions reporting $5,000 to be deposited by buyer in escrow, the purchase price to be $108,000; that title will pass to the purchaser upon final payment; that an agreement of sale shall be entered into; and that the buyer and seller will bear their proper portions of escrow charges. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Morton and passed by the following vote to ratify the escrow instructions as reviewed by the City Attorney. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Dickerson, Temple, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None The City Attorney then reviewed the Installment Agreement for Sale and summarized as follows: sale by the City to Downey Towers, a co- partnership, of the subject property for $108,000, price to be paid as follows: $5,000 down with interest at 7% on the unpaid balance, the balance to be paid as follows: $1,000 with interest accrued to date on November 1, 1963, and $1,000 to be paid on the first, each and every month thereafter with interest accrued to date until September 1, 1964, the total purchase price to be paid no later than October 1, 1964; that at the event the purchase price was not paid buyer would have no right to the property and all payments made to the City be forfeited. It was moved by Councilman Skinner, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote to authorize the Mayor and City Manager to execute the Installment Agreement. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote that there be deleted from prior in- structions to the City Attorney, City Manager and Mayor the requirement that Downey Towers sign an Ancillary Agreement requiring them to complete a structure of 16 stories and roughly 80,000 net rentable square feet within a period of two years from vesting of title. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1251 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DETERMINING AND DECLARING THAT CERTAIN PUBLIC PROPERTY IS NOT NEEDED FOR ANY PUBLIC PURPOSE The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Skinner and so ordered that further reading be waived. Council Minutes 10/14/63 -5- 1817 It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Skinner and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1251 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None The City Manager read a proclamation commending the Downey Y.M.C.A. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote to adopt the proclamation of commendation to the Downey Y.M.C.A. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. WS -360 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 ( #28512 - #28864, $100,118.95) (Payroll) The resolution was .read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Skinner, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Skinner, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. WS -360 be adopted. AYES:. 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT:- 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. WS -361 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 ( #11553 - #11727 $106,480.66) The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Skinner, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Skinner, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. WS -361 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was reported by the Director of Public Works that all work re- quired of Sheets Construction Company to improve Fifth Street - between Downey Avenue and Paramount Boulevard has been satisfactorily completed. The contract price bid for this improvement was $33,011.43 with a final cost amounting to $32,933. Council Minutes 10/14/63 -6- It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote that the improvements under Cash Contract No. 58, Fifth Street, be accepted and authority granted to file Notice of Completion. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin "-` NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Howard Vleerick thanked Council for having faith in his organization and stated they are proceeding with building plans satisfactorily. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Skinner and passed by the following vote to accept the work completed under Cash Contract AD66 -C, Vehicle Parking District No. 1, Demolition Areas 1 and 2, and authorize filing Notice of Co vpletion. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Morton and passed by the following vote to approve plans and specifications for Cash Contract No. 84, Stewart and Gray Road and Old River School Road, and grant authority to advertise for bids. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Skinner, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote to approve the sewers constructed under Downey Private Contract No. 20, Firestone Boulevard easterly of Newville Avenue, and accept the responsibility of maintenance thereof. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was reported that the City of Downey has budgeted sufficient funds for a traffic signal at Serapis Avenue and Telegraph Road to be a joint venture with the City of Pico Rivera, and that the Agreement to be entered into has been reviewed by the City Attorney. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Skinner and passed by the following vote to approve the agreement for participation with the City of Pico Rivera for construction of a traffic signal at Serapis Avenue and Telegraph Road, and authorize the Mayor to sign the Agreement. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Skinner, seconded by Councilman Temple r. and passed by the following vote to grant authority to initiate action to improve Boyson Street east of Birchdale Avenue under Downey Improvement Project #507. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Council Minutes 10/14/63 -7- 1819 It was reported by Mr. King that a check in the amount of $700 has been received from Mr. Frahm for his share in the cost of re- striping of Firestone Boulevard between Paramount Boulevard and Rives Avenue. Councilman Corbin stated he felt an adjustment should be made .-. to Mr. Frahm in view of the fact that other property owners at this location had not been required to share in the cost of striping adjacent to their properties. It was suggested that the City might be able to share or lessen the amount of the cost. It was moved by Councilman Skinner, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote to approve the restriping of Firestone Boulevrd between Paramount Boulevard and Rives Avenue in accordance with Plan ST -42 and State Encroachment Permit No. 763 -E -1205. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was reported by Mr. Spindel that the property owner, Mr. Murata, owning the property on the north and south of Florence Avenue between the San Gabriel River Freeway and Fairford Avenue has deposited $13,500 with the City for the purpose of widening and improving Florence Avenue, to- gether with installation of a traffic signal at the intersection of Studebaker Road and Florence Avenue, as part of the contract of the San Gabriel River Freeway. The agreement has been reviewed and approved by the City Attorney. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote to accept the Agreement between the State and the City of Downey to improve a portion of Florence Avenue as part of the San Gabriel River Freeway construction project, and authorize the Mayor to sign the agreement on behalf of the City. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Skinner and passed by the following vote to refer the following recommendations of the City Council for changes in various areas of the General Plan, arrived at through two general plan study meetings, to the Planning Commission: AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None 1. The north side of Eleventh Street between Birchdale and Brookshire Avenue to a parking and buffer category to be developed in conjunction with the proposed professional- office - medical area to the north, pro- vided access to the proposed parking area is from Florence Avenue and individual development plans include a solid wall along the north side of Eleventh Street. ,.� 2. Both sides of Dinwiddie west of Old River School Road in a medium density residential category, provided an adequate standard alley system is first developed as a means of secondary access in this area to reduce future traffic congestion on these long blocks. 3. The area bounded by Stewart and Gray Road on the north; the rear property lines of the properties west of Susan Street on the east; the proposed County golf course on the south; and the City limits Council Minutes 10/14/63 -8- 1820 on the west to a medium density residential category, provided a parking and buffer area was placed along the east side to protect the residences on the west side of Susan Street. 4. An area bounded by Downey Avenue on the west; Iowa Street on the north; Dolan Avenue on the east; and the alley and rear lot lines .-. of properties on the south side of Texas Street to a high density residential category with a parking and buffer area to be placed on the south side, provided building code and zoning regulations were amended before development actually took place to assure that any high -rise apartment developments would be high -type construction and not three -story walk -up type. 5. An area bounded by Stewart and Gray Road on the south; an existing apartment building on the west; the rear lot lines of properties on the north side of Stewart and Gray Road, and generally the east property line of the first property east of La Reina Avenue to a medium density category, provided LaReina Street became a standard city street. 6. An area on both sides of Imperial Highway; bounded on the east by the San Gabriel Flood Control Channel; on the south by the rear lot lines of properties on the north side of Adoree Street on the west by Woodruff Avenue excluding the commercially zoned corner; on the northwest by Woodruff Junior High School; and on the north about 700' north of Imperial Highway to a high density residential category with a parking and buffer category along the south portion of the area to protect the residential properties to the south. 7. An area bounded by Imperial Boulevard on the south; the rear of the properties facing Bellder on the west; the rear of the properties facing Meadow Road on the north; and approximately 500' west of Lakewood Boulevard on the east, to a General Commercial category for the Blue Star Nursery property and the properties to the east, with the remainder of the area to stay in a medium density category. 8. A parking and buffer category on the east side of the industrial area south of Telegraph Road and west of the residential properties on the west side of Rives Avenue, to protect these residential properties. 9. Broad standard 2 on page 115 changed to say: "No height limits shall be required." 10. Beginning of last paragraph on page 2 changed to say: "To remain reliable, the General Plan must be reviewed every five years or less to determine modifications that may be needed..." 11. Beginning of last paragraph on page 57 changed to say: "To create and retain residential areas...." 12. Dennis the Mer*ace Park added to the list of parks in the second full paragraph on page 85. 13. The Planning Department is given the authority to make needed statistical changes in the General Plan Report to reflect dwelling unit and population changes due to the additional areas recommended for apartment use, provided no policy changes are made. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Skinner and passed by the following vote that the minutes of the General Plan study meeting of October 10, 1963, be approved as written. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Dickerson, Temple, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Council Minutes 10/14/63 -9- Councilman Morton pointed out the importance of commitments for high -rise apartment areas being based upon building and zoning regula- tions' being revised to provide for first -class high density residential buildings and that no high -rise apartment areas be recommended if they are permitted to develop into low quality walk -ups. After a summation of the bid received for a truck - mounted brush chipper for the Public Works Department, it was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Morton and passed by the following vote to award the bid to the Agricultural Machinery Company, Inc. in the amount of $3,710.72. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None The City Manager reviewed the minutes of the Civic Development Com- mittee of October 14, 1963, pointing out specifically their action endorsing the City's negotiating to acquire the old Post Office building for the best use possible and also their recommendation that the City sell the city -owned property at the northwest corner of Second and LaReina as previously outlined. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that the City negotiate with the GSA direct with a letter informing them that the City of Downey would like to acquire the old Post Office building in accordance with the Federal Property Re- negotiation Act. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mr. Irvin V. Phelan, 7714 East Yankee, Vice Chairman of the Civic Development Committee, made a report on the progress of the forthcoming hospital election and the need for further informing the citizens of Downey regarding a need for a new hospital, and he outlined reasons for recommending a community hospital, the bond issue, and site selection. He stated that Mr. King had informed the committee that the Council will make the site determination and operation of the hospital after the election. Rodney Cogswell, 10019 Birchdale, stated he wanted to assure that the hospital would not cost the citizens of Downey one penny and that the hospital board would ba4 it with 3/4 million dollars of assets. Mr. King reported that due to the continued injured status of Sergeant J. B. Florence, who has been under State Compensation since February 1, 1963, it is necessary to request permission to employ a sergeant on a temporary basis. This position would be discontinued upon Sergeant Florence's contemplated disability retirement, effective February 1, 1964. There is no effect upon the current budget as Sergeant Florence is being paid by State Compensation insurance. The Police Department may be kept as near full strength as possible. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Morton and passed by the following vote to authorize employment of a sergeant on a temporary basis, effective to February 1, 1964. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Council Minutes 10/14/63 -10- J1822 It was moved by Councilman Skinner, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote to remove the dead cedar tree located in front of the City Hall. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mr. King read a letter from Warren Baker, C.P.A., agreeing to perform an audit and accounting of the Downey County Water District for the period December 6, 1957 through December 31, 1963, or such prior completion date as may later be determined, and stating the auditing procedures which will be followed in this audit. It was moved by Councilman Skinner, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote to authorize employment of Warren H. Baker, C.P.A. to audit the Downey County Water District records for the City. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mrs. Hutchison of the Downey Jr. Women's Club, serving as ticket chairman for a drive to obtain funds to defray building costs of Civil Defense Supply Stations proposed for local school grounds, requested assistance from the City Council. Mr. King reported that the Library Advisory Board unanimously approved borrowing privileges being extended to non - residents by payment of a $5 annual fee which is pursuant to Section 2424.1 of the Downey Municipal Code which section such a policy may be established with approval of the City .-� Council. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote to authorize borrowing privileges being extend- ed to non - residents by payment of an annual fee of $5, with a provision that such privilege may be revoked by the librarian. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mr. King requested Thursday and Friday, October 17 and 18, as vacation time. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote to approve the City Manager's request for two days' vacation, October 17 and 18. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Councilman Morton requested copies of tables mentioned in the Traffic Committee report relative to a one -way traffic pattern on Fifth Street and Sixth Street, and was informed they would be supplied at the next Council Meeting. Councilman Morton again commended the Police Department on their handling of juvenile problems within their own department without the necessity of going elsewhere for further action. Council Minutes 10/14/63 -11- 1823 Councilman Skinner requested that a study session be set on the report from the Planning Director relative to fees for non -use zoning variances. Councilman Temple announced the resignation of Mrs. Marjorie Phelan from the Sister City Committee. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Morton and so ordered that Mrs. Phelan's resignation from the Sister City Com- mittee be accepted with regrets. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Skinner and passed by the following vote that appointments of Mrs. Myrtle S. Gobel, 7803 Kingbee Street to the Sister City Committee; Mr. W. R. Ogden, 7443 East Rundell Street to the Youth Advisory Committee; and Mr. Asia E. Still, 7922 DePalma Street to the Civil Defense Committee be approved. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Councilman Temple stated that boys and girls are still having to walk to West Jr. High in the street and he inquired about the progress of the Old River School Road project, requesting that, if possible, it be expedited. It was reported that the County will provide curbs, gutters and sidewalks with the City putting in the paving with a schedule for next spring. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Skinner and so ordered that an attempt be made to expedite the Old River School Road improvements. Councilman Temple suggested that the Civic Development Committee again study the possibility of a Civic Auditorium being constructed in the City of Downey. Councilman inquired of the liability for injury from guide lines or tie lines and was informed that both the City and the utility compan3 are liable. The City Clerk requested Council authority for the Deputy City Clerk to adjourn the council meeting of October 22, 1963, to 7:30 P.M., November 5, 1963, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall. It was moved by Councilman Skinner, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that the Deputy City Clerk adjourn the council meeting of October 22, 1963, to 7:30 P.M., November 5, 1963, in the Council Chamber e'f the Downey City Hall. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Downey Avenue between Mr. Spindel stated there are 10 properties @4/Florence and Gallatin,of which some have not constructed curbs, gutters and paveouts, and additional properties which need condemnation. He requested permission to proceed under Chapter 27 of the 1911 Act on the 10 properties to require them to put in curbs, gutters and sidewalks where applicable. It was moved by Councilman Skinner, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote to authorize the Public Works Department to Council Minutes 10/14/63 -12- 1824 proceed under Chapter 27 of the 1911 Act to require curbs, gutters and sidewalks on applicable properties !fin ­Dbwne>y;Avenue between.Florence Ave. and Gallatin Rd. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Skinner, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mayor Corbin stated that the time had arrived when his one -year term asmayor was drawing to a close and that he had lived in the City of Downey for 28 or 29 years, witnessing its growth from a population of 7,000 to its present population, and that many plans and programs had been insti- gated. The Mayor gave a rundown of numerous accomplishments and projects completed during his year's term in office as Mayor. The chair was then turned over to Mayor Pro - Tempore Stephen Skinner. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Morton and so ordered to accept Mayor Ben Corbin's resignation as Mayor and he was commended on a job well done. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Morton and passed by the following vote that Councilman Stephen G. Skinner, Jr. be appointed mayor for a one -year term. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Morton, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None ABSTAIN: 1 Councilman: Skinner It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that Councilman Thomas H. Morton be appointed Mayor Pro - Tempore for a one -year term. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Temple, Dickerson, Corbin, Skinner NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None ABSTAIN: 1 Councilman: Morton Former Mayor Pro Tem Skinner presented Councilman Corbin a plaque commending him on his services as Mayor of the city, and the fine job he had done the past year. Mr. King, City Manager, congratulated Councilman Corbin on a wonder- ful job, Well done during the past year and on behalf of the employees and all the people of Downey, stated he had never seen a more conscientious group of men serving a City as the ones who have served the City of Downey. Councilman Corbin extended similar congratulations, commending the department heads working with him and all the Councilmen, and he stated that if it had not been for the City Manager's great assistance all along the road, he could not have carried on. Mayor Skinner stated that all the past years the Council have continued to work together, doing a good job and that it is a pleasure to follow Mayor Corbin and the other Mayors; that he will attempt to help spread the workload and create the best teamwork that he knows how; that there are many things which he would like to bring up at a later meeting... some have been worked on, others have not. He would like to keep everyone well informed. Mayor Skinner stEted he was happy to have Councilman Morton serving with him as Mayor Pro - Tempore. City Manager Oren L. King welcomed Skinner as Mayor and assured him he will have the same loyalty, cooperation as the other mayors have had. Councilman Corbin thanked Councilman Skinner for working with him in ,the capacity of Mayor Pro - Tempore and being of great help to him. There being no further business to come before Council, the meeting adjourned at 9:40 P.M. ity GYerk Mayor Council Minutes 10/14/63 -13-