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MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
MAY 26TH, 1964
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.,,May 26, 1964, Mayor
Pro Tempore Scott E. Temple presiding.
PRESENT: Councilmen: Dickerson, Corbin, Temple
ABSENT: Councilmen: Dunnum, Morton
ALSO PRESENT: Oren L. King, City Manager
A. C. Gabriel, Director of Finance
Sherman Griselle, Director of Planning
Ervin Spindel, Director of Public Works
Lee Leavitt, City Engineer
Robert Gain, Fire Chief
Ivan A. Robinson, Chief of Police
Ray Lake, Director of Building and Safety
Della Doyle, City Clerk
Alberta Pfeiffer, Deputy City Clerk
Reverend Rodney V. Cogswell of the Presbyterian Church of Downey delivered
the invocation.
It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Corbin and so
ordered that the Report on Zone Exception Case #469, Mendel Friedman /Lakewood
Boulevard, The Garden of Lebanon be held until the June 8, 1964, meeting.
Mayor Pro Tempore Scott Temple announced that this is the time and place
set for the hearing on Regentview Avenue assessments, AD #67, and he inquired
of the City Clerk if she had the Affidavit of Publication, Affidavit of
Posting and the Affidavit of Mailing. The City Clerk replied she had the affi-
davits.
It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and
so ordered that the affidavits be received and filed.
The Mayor Pro Tem asked if there were any written protests. The 'City. Oterk
replied she had a letter of protest from Harold R. Provin, 9481 - Downey - Norwalk
Road which had been en'losed in their agenda folders, and that she hag just''been
handed a letter from Mrs.. Edith Hope, 12016 Regentview, which she proceed to
read in full.
It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Corbin and so
ordered that Mrs. Hope's letter be received and filed.
The Mayor Pro Tem. inquired if anyone in the audience wished to speak on
AD #67 assessments. There were none.
It was moved by Councilman Corbin,.seconded by Councilman Dickerson and
so ordered that the hearing on AD #67, Regentview Avenue assessments be closed.
It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and
passed by the following vote that all protests be overruled; in AD #67,
Regentview Avenue.
AYES: 3 Councilmen: Dickerson, Corbin, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Dunnum, Morton
RESOLUTION NO. 1370
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENT FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF REGENT -
VIEW AVENUE AND OTHER STREETS (AD #67)
The resolution was read by title only.
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It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and
so ordered that further reading be waived.
It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and
passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1370 be adopted.
AYES:
3
Councilmen:
Dickerson, Corbin, Temple
NOES:
0
Councilmen:
None
,.� ABSENT:
2
Councilmen:
Dunnum, Morton
The Mayor Pro Tem announced that a public hearing relative to the weed
abatement program was set at this time as an informal hearing. Mr. Spindel
was asked to present a. resume of this program. There being no written and
no oral protests to the weed abatement program at this hearing, it was moved
by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickkerson and so ordered that the
hearing be closed.
It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and
so ordered to authorize the Department of Public Works to proceed with the
weed abatement program; that informal quotations be accepted for lot discing,
to commence on or about June 15, 1964.
It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and
so ordered that the minutes of May 11, 1964, be approved as corrected.
The City Clerk reported on the following correspondence:
(1) A letter from the Los Angeles County Road Department, notifying the
County Board of SupervLp ors had approved county aid for Downey Avenue, Florence
Avenue /Cherokee improvements proposed. Ordered received and filed.
(2) A letter of appeal with the required $50 deposit from Mullendore &
Notrica on behalf of Lewis Swaim, relative to Zone Exception Case #478,
Thelma B. Kindelberger dba Downey Ford.
It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and
passed by the following vote to set a hearing for 7:30 P.M., June 8, 1964, in
the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall.
AYES: 3 Councilmen: Dickerson, Corbin, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Dunnum, Morton
(3) A letter of appreciation from Angelo Perry, 3567 Brexton, Lynwood,
for the manner in which the matter of Downey Improvement Project #502 -6 was
handled by the Council relative to improvements on Bellflower Boulevard.
Ordered received and filed..
(4) A letter from the Downey Museum of Art inviting Council to attend
the dedication of the new wing of the museum. Ordered received and filed.
(5) Financial report from the Downey Museum of Art. Ordered received and
filed.
(6) Financial report from the Downey Chamber of Commerce. Ordered re-
ceived and filed.
(7) A letter of appreciation from Mr. M. A. Baker in the relief granted
him in Lot Split #323. Ordered received and filed.
(8) A request from Romero Development Corp. for a 4 -week extension of
time to complete construction in Tract #27778 at Quill and Morning Streets,
due to unforeseen difficulties involving weather, shipment delays and labor
problems.
It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and
so ordered to grant the extension of time of 4 weeks to Romero Development
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Corp. as requested.
(9) Request from Mr. Gerald Deeo, 758 Cerritos Avenue, Long Beach,
for revision of the traffic signal at Bellflower and Imperial Boulevard
intersection. Mr. Spindel advised that there have been several requests
and that this intersection has been studied. Also, he stated, the matter
has been before the traffic committee before and was being considered.
Ordered received and filed._
(10) A letter and option from Jean M. Pearson relative to property
located at 11505 - 11515 Patton Road, Parcel 7 on Exhibit B, Map of the
proposed hospital site. Ordered received and filed.
ORDINANCE NO. 248
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
AMENDING THE ZONING MAP ADOPTED BY SECTION 9107 OF THE
DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE (PLANNING RESOLUTION NO. 86, ZONE
CHANGE CASE #99)
The ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman
Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered that further reading
be waived.
It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson
and passed by the following vote that Ordinance No. 248 be adopted
AYES: 3 Councilmen:
NOES: 0 Councilmen:
ABSENT: 2 Councilmen:
Dickerson, Corbin, Temple
None
Dunnum, Morton
ORDINANCE NO. 249
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
AMENDING THE ZONING MAP ADOPTED BY SECTION 9107 OF THE
DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE (PLANNING RESOLUTION NO. 87, ZONE
CHANGE CASE #100)
The ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman
Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered that further reading
be waived.
It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and
passed by the following vote that Ordinance No. 249 be adopted.
AYES:
3
Councilmen:
Dickerson, Corbin, Temple
NOES:
0
Councilmen:
None
ABSENT:
2`,
Councilmen:
Dunnum, Morton
RESOLUTION N0, 1371
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY,
CALIFORNIA, COMMENDING J. EDGAR HOOVER, DIRECTOR OF THE
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION
The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Corbin,
seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered that further reading be waived.
It was moved by Councilman Corbin,, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and
passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1371 be adopted.
AYES: 3 Councilmen:
NOES: 0 Councilmen:
ABSENT: 2 Councilmen:
Dickerson, Corbin, Temple
None
D{innum, Morton
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It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Corbin
and so ordered that the resolution relative to water rates be held.
RESOLUTION NO. 1372
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
ESTABLISHING TWO -HOUR PARKING LIMITS ON MELVA STREET
EAST OF BLODGETT AVENUE
The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman
Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered that further reading
be waived.
It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and
passed by the following vote that Resolution No, 1372 be adopted.
AYES: 3 Councilmen: Dickerson, Corbin, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Dunnum, Morton
RESDr INTION NO. 1373
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
AUTHORIZING RENEWAL OF A CONTRACT WITH THE COUNTY OF
LOS ANGELES CONCERNING THE PERFORMANCE OF GENERAL
SERVICES
The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman
Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Corbin and so ordered that further reading
be waived.
Mr. King stated that the City Attorney had reviewed the agreement and
that it had been approved by him.
It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and
passed by the following vote that the resolution be adopted.
AYES: 3 Councilmen: Dickerson, Corbin, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Dunnum, Morton
RESOLUTION NO. WS -390
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 ( #19244 -
#19599 $104,108.88) (Payroll)
The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Corbin,
seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered that further reading be waived.
It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and
passed by the following vote that Resolution. No. WS -390 be adopted.
AYES: 3 Councilmen: Dickerson, Corbin, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Dunnum, Morton
RESOLUTION NO. CIS -391
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 ( #14343 -
#14515 $65,206:42)
The resolution was read by title only.
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It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and
so ordered that further reading be waived.
It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and
passed by the following vote that Resolution No. WS -391 be adopted.
AYES:
3
Councilmen:
Dickerson, Corbin, Temple
NOES:
0
Councilmen:
None
ABSENT:
2
Councilmen:
Dunnum, Morton
After a summation of bids on Cash Contract #121, Old River School Road,
it was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed
by the following vote that the bid be awarded to the lowest and best bidder,
Sheets Construction Company, in the amount of the -unit prices submitted in the
bid proposal, and that all other bids be rejected.
AYES: I Councilmen:
NOES: 0 Councilmen:
ABSENT: 2 Councilmen:
Dickerson, Corbin, Temple
None
1)4n4m, Morton
It had originally been recommended that 6' sidewalks be constructed
under this contract but due to lack of sufficient funds based on estimated
costs, 5' sidewalks were proposed. As a result of bids received, it is
determined that sidewalks can be constructed at the desired 6' width. It was
recommended that authority be granted to construct the additional 1' width of
sidewalk for an additional amount of $760.35. Sufficient funds are available
from the County for this additional work.
It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Corbin and
passed by the following vote to grant authority for additional $760.35 cost
for Cash Contract #121.
AYES: 3 Councilmen: Dickerson, Corbin, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Dunnum, Morton
After a summation of bids on Cash Contract #124, Telegraph Road, it was
moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by
the following vote to award the bid to the lowest and best bidder, Sheets
Construction Company, in the amount of unit prices submitted in the bid pro-
posal, and that all other bids be rejecte°dk.
AYES: 3 Councilmen: Dickerson, Corbin, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Dunnum, Morton
After a summation of bids on Cash Contract #130, Miscellaneous Repairs,
it was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Corbin and
passed by the following vote to award the bid to the lowest and best bidder,
C. H. Philip Smith, Inc., in the amount of unit prices bid,.and that all
other bids be rejected.
AYES: 3 Councilmen: Dickerson, Corbin, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Dunnum, Morton
Mr. Spindel reported that bids on Cash Contract #129 -A, Firestone
Boulevard Center Island Excavation, are considerably higher than engineers'
estimates and that it has been determined that the increased cost is due
to the contractors' concern over performing the work without considerable
damage to the existing curb and providing for traffic control as required
in the specifications. It therefore was recommended that the City Council
adopt a resolution finding it more economical for Public Works Department
to proceed with the work by Day Labor, authorize each phase of the excava-
tion work independently in accordance with their standards for performing
such work and also to assume the responsibility for the restoration of such
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facilities as may be damaged during the work. The resolution will not be
prepared and ready until the next Council Meeting.
It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and
passed by the following vote th.prepare a resolution as recommended by the
Director of Public Works relative to Firestone Boulevard Center Island Exca-
vation for adoption at the next Council Meeting.
AYES:
3
Councilmen:
Dickerson, Corbin, Temple
NOES:
0
Councilmen:
None
ABSENT:
2
Councilmen:
Dunnum, Morton
It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson
and passed by the folloving.vote that all bids be rejected for Cash Contract
#129 -A,. Firestone Boulevard Center Island Excavation.
AYES:
3
Councilmen:
Dickerson, Corbin, Temple
NOES:
0
Councilmen:
None
ABSENT:
2
Councilmen:
Dunnum, Morton
It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and
passed by the following vote to approve plans and specifications and grant
authority to advertise for bids for Cash Contract #131, Allengrove Street
Water Main.
AYES:
Councilmen:
Dickerson, Corbin, Temple
NOES:
0
Councilmen:
None
ABSENT:
2
Councilmen:
Dunnum, Morton
It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and
passed by the following vote to approve plans and specifications and grant
authority to advertise for bids for Cash Contract #116, Gas Tax Project No. 13,
Brookshire Avenue and Imperial Highway, traffic signal.
AYES: 3 Councilmen: Dickerson, Corbin, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Dunnum, Morton
It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and
passed by the following vote to approve construction completed under Cash
Contract #128, Telegraph Road, westerly from Songfest Drive and authorize
filing the Notice of Completion.
AYES: 3 Councilmen: Dickerson, Corbin, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: None
It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Corbin
and passed by the following vote to approve construction completed under
Assessment District #98,;Stanbridge Avenue, and grant authority to file a
Notice of Completion.
AYES: 3 Councilmen: Dickerson, Corbin, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: None
The matter of Lot Split #327, 6607 Rivergrove Avenue, Joseph J. Janvier
and Clara Janvier, was discussed at this time. Mr. Griselle stated that a
lot split is a "small subdivision-;_" and private streets, septic tanks, and
lot sizes below zoning ordinance requirements are not approved in new sub -
divisions. He said the property was not in condition to be split.
Mr. Joe Janvier, 6521 Rivergrove Street, stated he had purchased these
as separate lots.
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Mr. Griselle inquired if Mr. Janvier had purchased these lots at the same
time from the same seller, even though he acquired more than one deed from
the seller.
Mr. Janvierstated that he .bought the property from one person all at the
same time, but received more than one deed.
Mr. Griselle stated that under City Ordinance the property must be
considered as one parcel as it was bought from a single owner by the same
purchaser, and even if the Janviers had purchased the lots from separate
sellers, the City Ordinance--would combine them into one parcel under the
Janviers' ownership, after which they could not be sold without a lot split.
It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and
passed by the following vote that the appeal of Joe Janvier and Clara Janvier,
6521 Rivergrove, be denied and that the decision of the Planning Commission be
upheld.
AYES: 3 Councilmen: Dickerson, Corbin, Temple
NOES:, 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Dunnum, Morton
Mr. King reviewed the recommendations reached.at a meeting between
Mr. William V. Ritchie of All American Nut Co. and Mr. J. H. Crysler,.Sr.,
Board Chairman and Secretary of the National Card, Mat and Board. Co.,,as
follows:
A. That the City Council waive Conditions 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 relative to
the improvements of the street westerly of the All American Nut Co.
being retained by the National Card, Mat and Board Co.
B. Above recommendation made with the understanding that the National
Card, Mat and Board Co. will deed for street purposes only a
strip 40' wide from the easterly portion of their remaining
property on Pivot-Street, to the westerly property.line, being the
center of Koopman Avenue;, also the dedication of a small 15'
triangular piece of Lot #7 constituting a proper radius from Pivot
Street.
C. That the National Card, Mat and Board Co. will agree to install the
improvements on Phlox Street and Koopman Avenue when a majority of
the other property owners also concur in the desired improvements.
D. That an 8" water main be installed on Koopman Avenue at an estimated
cost of $1500. This will connect the main water lines on Phlox Street
to those now existing on Pivot Street, effecting the desired grid
system through this industrial area. (The further recommendation is
that the City Council authorize payment of one -half of this,estimated
at approximately $750, in compliance with current policies relative to
main line water grid systems in commercial and industrial areas).
It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Corbin and
passed by the following vote to approve hot Split #326 as recommended with the
approval of the following transfer of funds:
AMOUNT FROM ACCOUNT NUMBER TO ACCOUNT NUMBER
$750 Unappropriated Reserves 1 -5759
(of the Water Fund)
AYES: 3 Councilmen: Dickerson, Corbin, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Dunnum, Morton
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Mayor Pro Tempore Scott Temple presented a certificate of award to
Father Patrick L. Cleary who had just observed his 25th anniversary of
Priesthood.
Father Cleary accepted the certificate with many thanks and praised
the City Council for its dedicated service to the citizens of the City of
Downey.
It was reported by Ervin Spindel, Director of Public Works, that the
work performed by the State in the modification of traffic signal at the
interpection of Rosecrans Avenue and Lakewood Boulevard has been completed.
The balance of money left from this construction is $1,211.1-:1 in Accoun.'t.
No. 18350. Since this project has been completed, it is recommended that
this money be transferred to complete paving at 12542 Paramount Boulevard
and 10910 -12 Paramount Boulevard. A purchase order has been issued for the
improvement of curb, gutter and paving at 12542 Paramount Boulevard, and it
is determined that insufficient monies have been budgeted for this improve -
ment. It was recommended that $341.31 be transferred from Account No. 18350
to Account No. 13778 to provide sufficient funds for proposed construction.
The property owner located at 10910 -12 Paramount Boulevard has com-
pleted curb, gutter and sidewalk. The City Council, at a prior meeting,
indicated that the City would complete the paving. It is therefore recom-
mended that the remaining $900 in Account No. 18350 be transferred to Account
No. 15510 to complete the paving adjacent to this property.
It was moved by Councilman Corbin,seconded by Councilman Dickerson and
passed by the following vote to approve the following transfer of funds:
AMOUNT FROM ACCOUNT NUMBER TO ACCOUNT NUMBER
$900.00 18350 15510
341.31 if 13778
AYES: 3 Councilmen: Dickerson, Corbin, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Dunnum, Morton
Mr. Spindel reported that a request had been made by T.,J. Walling,
Minister of the Church of Christ, 8321 E. Imperial Highway, for the City to
construct the paving in front of the property located at 8331 Imperial High-
way which is adjacent to the church. The church is in the process of letging
the contract for curb, gutter, sidewalk, driveway and aprons. The estimated
cost of the improvements is $1200. It was recommended that the City Council
authorize City funds for the expenditure at such time as the money becomes
available.
It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Corbi`ti and
passed by the following vote to authorize paveout at 8331 Imperial Highway
at such time as funds become available. I
AYES: 3 Councilmen: Dickerson, Corbin, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: -1jone
ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Dunnum, Morton
A request from the property owner at 12017 Paramount Boulevard for
curb, gutter, paving and one -half of the cost of sidewalks was reported
having been received by Mr. Spindel,. as exchange for right of way acquisi-
tion. The estimated cost of the improvements requested is $2,000.
The estimated value of the land being offered for dedication is $1,700.
If it becomes necessary to acquire the subject right of way through condem-
nation action, it is estimated the total cost of land, appraisals and .legal
fees would be approximately.$3,000. It was recommended that the City
Council consider authorization for City contribution of improvements in
exchange for the rigbLt of way.
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It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Corbin and
passed by the following vote that - authority be granted for City contribution
of improvements at 12017 Paramount Boulevard as recommended, in exchange for
right of way.
AYES:
3
Councilmen:
Dickerson, Corbin, Temple
NOES:
0
Councilmen:
None
ABSENT:
2
Councilmen:
Dunnum, Morton
The Director of Public Works reported to Council that the sum of
$.421.30 from Robert Reed had been deposited in Account No. 9 -69 to cover
the cost of street lighting energy from the district. Such funds are
deposited until such time as the tract involved becomes part of the lighting
district. The actual cost incurred was $193.20, which should be transferred
from Account No. 9 -68 to Account No. 6802.1.
It was recommended that the balance of $228..10 be refunded to Mr-Reed,
12121 Woodruff Avenue, Downey, California.
It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Corbin and
passed by the following vote that a refund of $228.10 be made to Mr. Robert Reed,
and authorize the following transfer of funds:
AMOUNT FROM ACCOUNT NUMBER TO ACCOUNT NUMBER
$193.20 9 -68 6802.1
AYES: 3 Councilmen: Dickerson, Corbin, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Dunnum, Morton
Mr. Spindel reported that the City recently received a reimbursement of
$368..41 from the State of California Division of Highways, deposited for
excavation of Center Islands, Lakewood Boulevard to the West City Limits. It
was requested that this amount, plus the unexpended balance of $29.07 in
Account No. 13630, be transferred to Account No. 13760, Firestone Boulevard
Center Island Landscaping, Lakewood Boulevard to Woodruff Avenue, to be
utilized for a continuation of the Center Island Landscaping project.
It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and
passed by the following vote to authorize the following transfer of funds:
AMOUNT FROM ACCOUNT NUMBER TO ACCOUNT NUMBER
$368,41 13630 13760
29.07 "
AYES: 3 Councilmen: Dickerson, Corbin, Temple
NOES :, .0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Dunnum,, Morton
Chief of Police Ivan A. Robinson highly recommended continuing the Jail
Service Agreement between the City of Downey and the City of -South Gate. He
stated that Downey has had nothing but outstanding cooperation from South Cate
and it is the most reasonable manner in which this type service can be ob
tained,:averaging.approximately under $600 per month.
It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and
passed by the following vote to authorize the Mayor to sign the Agreement for
jail services between the City of Downey and the City of South Cate.
- AYZS; 3 Councilmen; 'Dickerson, Corbin, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Dunnum, Morton
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Mr. King reported that Mr. Emmitt Williams, Chairman of the Sister City Com-
mittee, has been officially commissioned "a U.S. delegate" to the Fifth Annual
Town Affiliation Conference, to be held in Washington, D. C., June 29 -30, 1964.
In this capacity, he would represent the Sister City Committee, of the City of
Downey in the American Municipal Association's meeting, with reference primarily
to the advancement of Sister City relations throughout the world. It is noted
that these meetings will be held in the State Department with Secretary of
State, Dean Rusk, participating.
It was recommended that Mr. Williams be sent to represent the City of
Downey, as the City's official delegate with reasonable expenses allowed. In
this capacity Mr. Williams will present the official brochure and displays rep -
resenting the City of Downey's- Sister City activities with its Sister City of
Guadalajara. There will be 3 minutes for him to make the presentation along
with delegates from other cities throughout the world. It is believed that
Downey has an excellent opportunity to receive top recognition for the excel-
lent program which has been conducted in these international relations.
Councilman Temple stated that he feels this to be an excellent program for
this year, but he does not feel that it should set a precedent for future years.
It was moved; "by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Corbin and
passed by the following vote to authorize attendance of Mr. Emmitt Williams to
represent the City of Downey as its official delegate to the Fifth Annual Town
Affiliation Conference to be held in Washington, D.C., June 29 -30, 1964, with
reasonable expenses allowed.
AYES: 3 Councilmen: Dickerson, Corbin, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Dunnum, Morton
The City Manager announced that a Sister City Conference has been arranged
to be held in Guadalajara on August 23, 24 and 25, 1964,,and the Annual Independ-
ence Day Celebration will be held in Guadalajara on Tuesday and Wednesda, Septem-
ber 15 and 16, 1964. The Rose Float Committee is in a position to send the Downey
Queen to this event and will finance construction and enter a Downey Float. It
is hoped a City official will accompany the Queen to Guadalajara.
It was reported that the Board of Parking Place Commissioners have recommend -
ed that establishment of additional off - street parking facilities for monthly
patrons is merited and that funds be advanced from unappropriated reserves, to be
replaced within a 5- year;period.
After discussion, it was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman
Corbin and so ordered that the matter be taken under submission for further study.
Councilman Dickerson requested that he be given until the next Council Meeting,
June 8 to make a report relative to the determination of the number of lots which
might be leased, should the-City-owned lot immediately south of Fire Station No. 1
be paved For the use as a temporary parking lot.
It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and
passed by the following vote to authorize attendance by Ray T. Lake, Director of
Building and Safety, to the 42nd Annual.Conference of Building Officials to be
held in Glacier National Park from September 7 -11, 1964, with reasonable expenses
allowed.
AYES: 3 Councilmen: Dickerson, Corbin, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Dunnum, Morton
Betty Kilpatrick, 8603 Meadow Road, advised Council that the Rose Float Assn.
^ would like to use their surplus for capital outlay for scaffolding which they would
be willing to.loan to the.City for nine months. Their need would be for 3 months,
only, throughout the year. This purchase would save approximately $200. It was
also suggested that a new chassis be purchased.
It was suggested by Councilman Dickerson that the City Council appoint an
historical committee which would be recognized as the leader in this project.
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It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Corbin
and so ordered that ,a citizens historical committee be established.
It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Corbin
and passed by the following vote to approve the following co�apittee:appQjpt-
ments
Citizens' Tax Committee
Dist. 2 Howard Hanson
Morton D. Saltman
Dist. 5 Carl Monahan
Mrs. Campbell
City Beautification Committee
Dist. 2 Mrs. Thelma Hanson
Many Coute'
Dist. 5 Mrs. Marilyn Stromberg
City Charter Committee
Dist. 2 Deryl'- Shumway
Melvin Quigley
Dist. 3 Elwayne Smith
John Ezzell
Dist. 5 Gene Pickett
Ed Giddings
Civic Development Committee
Dist. 2 Mrs. Milo V. Riley
Irvin V. Phelan
Dist. 3 Gordon Griffith
Ralph N. Foster
Civil Defense Advisory Committee
Dist. 2 Asia E. Still
Sam Domenici
Dist. 5 Dr. LeMon Clark
Sherman Douglass
Development Control Committee
Bill Coleman
Russ Connors
Dewain Butler
Wally Langford
Irvin Phelan
Lee Trafford
S. T. Zil.er
Finance Advisory Committee
Dan MacKenzie
Alvin B. Springer
Oliver McGill
William Wanamaker
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Continued -- Finance Advisory Committee
Ralph Frank
Gerald McQuarrie
Lou A. Cops
James S: Cason
James W. Hynne
Jim Henne
Page Billings
Joe < Alford
Fire Committee
Dist. 2 Horace Russell
Dist. 3 James.Ritchey
Dist. 5 George Olson
Police Committee
Dist. 2 Robert.DeSpain
Dist. 5 DeRoy Dickson
Sanitation Committee
Dist. 2 Russell Solomon
Dist. 3 William M. Troy
Duncan Cormack
Dist. 5 Larry Chaney
Paul Edgards
;Sister City Committee
Mr. Lester L. Dorn
Mrs. Lettie Bond
Philip Ortiz
Mrs. Myrtle Gohel
E. R. Codling
Emmitt Williams
Mrs. Norma Fergus
Opal Douglass
Traffic Committee
Dist. 2 0. Ken Hunter
- Dist. 2
- Dist. 3
Youth Advisory Committee
Dist. 2 Mrs. Lester P. Gideon
12223 Caladre
W. R. Ogden
Dist, 3 Don Wilson
Dist. 5 Caesar Mattei
2041
AYES: 3 Councilmen: Dickerson, Corbin, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Dunnum, Morton
Chief of Police Robinson thanked the various city dq artments and
officials who were so helpful during the Police Department's open house.
It was reported that the Downey Police Department's riot control training
is to be, filmed for training purposes to be used by others as Downey's
program has been so outstanding.
The Mayor Pro Tempore,
at 9:50 A.M., May 26, 1964,
Council Chamber of the Down
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DESLA DO
City Clerk
Scott E. Temple, declared the meeting adjourned
to 4:30 P.M., Monday, June 1, 1964, in the
ey-City Hall.
SCOTT E. TEMPLE
Mayor Pro.Tempore
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