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MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
JUNE 8, 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., June 8, 1964,
Mayor Thomas H. Morton presiding.
PRESENT: Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton
ALSO PRESENT: Oren L. King, City Manager
Royal M. Sorensen, City Attorney
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
Ray Lake, Director of Building & Safety
Ivan A. Robinson, Chief of Police
Don Robison, Sr. Administrative Assistant
Della Doyle, City Clerk
Alberta Pfeiffer, Deputy City Clerk
Reverend John T. Kreider of the Faith Mennonite Church of Downey
delivered the invocation.
Mayor Morton wished Reverend Kreider well in his new project and upon
dedication of the new church building the past Sunday.
Mayor Morton announced the presentation of certifications of recog-
nition to citizens, volunteers and suppliers of the ten first aid stations,
thanking school officials for setting aside land where these might be
established. Without their assistance, these stations would not now be
available. The Mayor was assisted by Mrs. Faith Temple, wife of Councilman
Scott Temple. Mrs. Temple had headed up this program as chairman.
Mrs. Jewel Jackson, Vice President, was introduced; however, Amada Tapia,
Treasurer and Mrs. Katherine Holtzclaw, Secretary, were not present.
Also assisting the Mayor and Mrs. Temple in the presentation of the
certificates was Deputy Director of Civil Defense, Don Robison. Certificates
were also presented to Don Robison and to Mrs. Temple, hoping it would in
some way show the appreciation and thanks for her labors.
The Mayor then called upon Mr. Mel Quigley, Chairman of the Downey City
Charter Study Committee to present_ the proposed revision of the charter
of the City of Downey.
Mr. Quigley stated that he hopes the Committee now has a City Charter
that can be the final form. The only change which might possibly be called
for is in Article VIII relative to the school district.
The City Manager reported that copies of the proposed charter, revised,
will be made available for pickup in the office of the Downey Chamber of
Commerce, the City Clerk's Office, and will be available for reading in
the City Library.
It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Dickerson
and so ordered that the City Charter as proposed be taken under submission.
Councilman Corbin thanked the chairman and his committee for their
long and hard work on the charter study.
The Mayor announced that this is the time and place for the hearing
on Zone Exception #483, Roy Reed /Imperial Highway, and inquired of the
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City Clerk, Della Doyle, if she had the affidavit of publication. The
City Clerk replied she had the affidavit.
Mr. Sherman Griselle, Director of Planning, gave a resume of Zone
Exception #483.
Mayor Morton inquired if there was any written correspondence.
The City Clerk replied she had no written communications.
Mr. Leslie Olson, 10022 Tristan Drive, represented applicant in
the appeal, stating that he felt granting the zone exception would
upgrade the area in question.
Also speaking in favor of the Zone Exception #483 were:
Mrs. Betty Kilpatrick, 8603 Meadow Road
Mrs. Orr, 12530 Dolan Avenue
Mrs. Bachelor, 12522 Dolan Avenue
James Passarelli, 12574 Brookshire Avenue
There were no oral protests made.
It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson
and so ordered that the hearing on Zone Exception #483 be closed.
It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Dickerson
and passed by the following vote that applicant submit a revised plot plan
showing Everest Street frontage as_R -1 lots and showing the remainder of
the property south to Imperial as R -3 with an alley and parking between R -1
Everest Street frontage and R -3, and applicant to also submit architectural
schematic drawings showing what type improvements are to be constructed on
these properties; and that the case be referred to the Planning Commission
for recommendation and report to the City Council.
AYES: 5 Councilmen Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
Mayor Morton announced that this is the time and place for the hearing
on Zone Exception Case #478, Downey Ford /Lakewood Boulevard, and inquired
if the City Clerk had the Affidavit of Publication. The City Clerk stated
she had the affidavit.
Mayor Morton inquired if there were any written protests. The City
Clerk replied she had received a letter from Mr. Lewis Notrica, Attorney,
requesting that the hearing scheduled for this meeting be continued to
Monday, June 29, 1964. As Mr. Notrica was not present, the Mayor inquired
if there was anyone who could give the reason for requesting a continuance
of the hearing. Mr. Frederickson of 9107 Suva Street stated it was felt
there had not been enough time allowed for getting together all the informa-
tion needed for presenting the appeal.
Mr. Leslie Olson, representing the applicant in the zone exception
case, stated that applicant is in favor of the hearing's being held at
this meeting.
Mr. Garcia, 9509 Arrington, stated there were certain records he would
like to have time to check relative to conditions of the zone exception to
which he feels applicant did not conform.
It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Temple and
passed by�the following'vote to continue the hearing on Zone Exception
#478 to 7:30 P.M., July 13, 1964, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City
Hall.
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AYES: 5 Councilmen:
NOES: 0 Councilmen:
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen:
Dickerson, Temple, Corbin,.Dunnum, Morton
None
None
Mayor Morton stated this is the time and place for the hearing on the
Downey Improvement Project #508 on Downey Avenue. The Superintendent of
Streets was asked if he had the necessary affidavits., Mr. Spindel replied
he had the affidavits.
It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Corbin and
so ordered that the affidavits be received and filed.
Mr. Spindel presented the factual data report on the assessments for
DIP #508.
The Director of Public Works recommended Council confirm these assess
ments.
It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson
and so ordered to accept and file the factual data report: as presented by
Mr. Spindel.
Mayor Morton asked if there were any written protests. The Ditg•ctdr
of Public Works replied there were none.
Speaking in protest to the assessments for DIP #508 were the following:
Earl Christensen, 9901 Downey Avenue
Robert L. Spohn, 9907 Downey Avenue
RESOLUTION NO. 1375
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENTS FOR CHAPTER 27 PROCEEDINGS
FOR DOWNEY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 508 DOWNEY AVENUE
The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman
Temple, seconded by Councilman Corbin 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. 1375 be adopted.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson,, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by.Councilman Dickerson
and so ordered that the minutes of the Council Meetings of May 26 and
June 1, 1964, be approved as written.
The City Clerk reported on the following written correspondence:
(1) A letter from S. T. Ziler & Sons requesting waiver of certain
conditions set on improvements on Downey Avenue. The City Attorney
advised that as the Planning Commission set these conditions, they must
first act upon the request for any change in accordance with the code.
It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dunnum
and so ordered that Mr. Ziler be advised in accordance with the code for
changing of any conditions placed on a zoning matter.
(2) A letter from the General Services Administration accepting
the City's offer to purchase the old post office building for the price
of $100,000.
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(3) The City Clerk was requested by the Mayor to read in full, letter
from the Alameda Teachers Group in appreciation of the Sister City Program
(art exhibit).
(4) Request from the Downey Symphonic Society for continued support
of the City. Ordered taken under submission until such time as Council hqs
reviewed and approved the 1964 -65 budget.
(5) A letter from the Rose Float Association relative to financing
of the Guadalajara float. Ordered under submission until budget approval.
(6) A letter of appreciation from Reverend Patrick L. Cleary.
(7) A letter from Bessie Morton relative to Margaret Street widening.
Ordered referred to the Department of Public Works with a report from the
Director.
(8) Letters from the Downey Community Hospital Board and the Hospital
Development Commission were read in full by the City Clerk relative to
proceeding with the municipal hospital program on a lease- finance basis.
Mayor Morton stated that a letter had also been received from
O'Melveny and Myers with regard to the City Council's moving this hospital
forward; and that it is the full intent of the City Council to promote and
continue the program for the development of a City Hospital.
The City Clerk read a letter from the City Attorney as follows:
"The question has been raised as to whether by reason of the
failure of the general obligation bond issue to carry, the City
is precluded from pr.oceeding with the acquisition of land for a
hospital. and the construction of a hospital thereon under some
other means of financing. There is nothing in the constitution
or in t.h.e laws of this state which limits a city from proceeding
under a different method of financing simply because bonds for
the particular project have not carried by the required majority.
There could not, of course, be revenue bonds issued by the City
in the absence of a vote but there could be a means of financing
developed under the so- called 11Lease Purchasing" method or under
the "Special Fund" method."
The Mayor announced that Zone Exception Case #469, Lebanon Sanitarium
on Lakewood Boulevard, would be taken at this time.
Mr. King reported that in a meeting with Mr. Everett B. Mansur,
Planning Consultant., representing Mr. Friedman, Fire Chief Robert Gain,
Building Di.rE.ctor Ray 'Lake, Planning Director Sherman Griselle, and
the City Manager, the following conditions were subsequently set forth
by the administrative staff concerning the conditions recommended by the
Planning Co fission-
1.. Approval..
2. Approval, with the stipulation that Mr. Friedman be permitted
to enter into an agreement to dedicate the required portions
of Lakewood Boulevard, and to post a cash bond to insure the
ultimate compi
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6. Approval, with the same stipulation as set forth under No. 2.
7. Approval.
S. Approval.
9. Approval.
10. Deletion of this request, upon recommendation of Fire Chief
Gain, because there is a hydrant there now on the corner of
.McCallum and Marbel, with the understanding that a future
hydrant will be installed on the 10" main immediately across
from the hospital on Lakewood Boulevard. The installation of
this hydrant would
y serve the industrial area to the east .as
well as the Sanitarium and other properties to the west, and
it is recommended the City assume the estimated $200,00 cost
in the future.
11. Approval.
12. Approval.
13. Approval.
14. Approval. A review of the 1964 Uniform Building Code with
Mr. Lake indicates the necessity for D3 occupancy (sanitarium
purposes), that all bedroom, ward, or bathroom doors, and all
exit doors from the structure be a minimum of 36" in width.
The Code also requires one hour fire resistive construction
throughout.
All openings in exterior walls within ten feet of property lines
must be 3/4 hour fire assemblies.
The separation wall between the garage and the rest of the build -
ing must be of three hour fire resistive construction.
Roofing must be of a fire resistive value of 15 (as specified in
Table 32 -A).
,^ There shall be not less than two fully complying exits, 36"
minimum width, from the building and all interior exits and
corridors must also be 36" in widt4..
All exterior door hardware must be operable from the inside with-
out the use of key, special knowledge or effort. No exit door
may be lockable from the inside.
Electrical wiring does not meet the minimum requirement for a
commercial occupancy.
Flexible copper tubing natural gas connectors on heaters and
appliances must be changed to aluminum or brass.
Floors and walls of toilet rooms, or bathrooms, and those within
two feet of the front and sides of urinals, shall be finished
with a smooth, hard non- absorbent surface of cement, tile or
approved equal. Walls shall be so finished to a height of four
feet above the floor.
Separate toilets for each sex must be provided if mixed
occupancy is contemplated.
Provide an approved outside gas shut -off valve, conspicuously
marked.
The buildings at 12028 and 12034 Marbel k4are locked,:and entry
was not gained. These are similar to 12010, 12014 and 12018
Marbel, so general corrections should be similar.
Specific items on separate houses are as follows: (a) 12024
Marbel - this house has no garage, but a plaster wall and
windows have been installed with only a small door out tKe rear.
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14. (continued) This was padlocked and no entry was gained. A
non - conforming tin shed, added to the East side, will have to
be removed. (b) 12028 Marbel - a non - conforming room has been
added. This building was locked and no entry gained. This
room has windows five feet from the property line and wood ex-
terior siding (it probably would conform if Items 1 and 2 were
corrected, but a re- inspection is necessary).
15. And Alternate 15 — These are recommended by the Planning Com-
mission as either a wall around the perimeter or connecting
walls between the houses. Mr. Friedman has indicated his
desire to comply with Alternate 15, requesting that the walls
be constructed around the perimeter on the property line on
Marbel and McCallum Streets, with a recommended 5' setback. on
Marbel, north of the gate on McCallum Street, due to the need
for sidewalks - thence easterly along the north property line
108.98 feet, thence southerly 50', thence easterly along their
property line to connect with the adjoining apartment house.
It is recommended this be approved.
In concurrence with Fire Chief Gain, it is recommended that the
gate be permitted, as requested, at the corner of Marbel and
McCallum, and that it be locked with a padlock and chain, to
be used only by responsible personnel employed by the Sanitarium.
With regard to Condition #10, the Fire Chief and Director of Public
Works were requested to give an estimate on the cost of installation of a
fire hydrant on the west side of Lakewood Boulevard, the same side of the
street on which the Sanitarium is located.
It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Temple and
passed by the following vote that a condition of the exception be that a
decorative wall be constructed around the seven houses enclosing them within
the Sanitarium area; that the gate as proposed remain locked with padlock
and chain for use of gardener and fire emergency purposes only; that land-
scaping be put in and be permanently maintained between the wall and curb;
that the applicant submit to the Council for final approval, the type wall,
design and construction proposed; that Lakewood Boulevard street improve-
ments be installed by the applicant within 22 years.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Dickerson
and passed by the following vote that regarding the padlock on the gate, it
be for emergency fire use only and for the gardener to service the landscap-
ing outside the wall, and that it shall be kept locked at all other times
and shall not be used for any other purpose.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton
NOES: 0 Councilmen: t.lNone
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
The Director of Public Works reported that a rough estimate of the cost
of extending a water line to the west side of Lakewood Boulevard in front of
the Sanitarium would not exceed $3,000.
Chief Gain stated that the installation of a fire hydrant proposed on
the east side of Lakewood Boulevard would give reasonable protection; it is
not ideal but under the circumstances it does afford at least proper fire
protection.
After discussion, it was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by
Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote to hold Condition #10 in
abeyance as far as the share in the cost between the applicant and the City,
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and perhaps other property owners is concerned, but that a fire hydrant
shall be installed on the westerly side of Lakewood Boulevard at a loca-
tion in front of the Sanitarium to be determined by the Fire Chief, and
that the cost will be borne in a ratio to be determined by the City
Council af9er a full report is made of the cost and areas being serviced.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
0"4 It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Temple and
passed by the following vote to approve Zone Exception #469 in accordance
with the revised Plot Plan presented to Council dated June 8,.1964, sub -
ject to all the conditions contained in the Report and Recommendations of
the Planning Commission as such conditions were modified by the City
Manager's Report dated June 8, 1964, and as such conditions were added to
by the City Council by motion adopted at its meeting of June 8, 1964.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
Mayor Morton declared a recess with Council reconvening at 10:00 P.M.
with roll call:
PRESENT: Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton
Mayor Morton stated Mr. Gordon, formerly of the Marshal's Office,
recently retired, wished to make a statement of appreciation to Council.
Mr. Gordon stated he had been presented with a citation by Councilwoman
Dunnum and he wished to thank Council personally for it. He stated that he
is proud of the City and the way it is run.
Mayor Morton announced that the matter of Zone Change #62, Bradish case,
will be discussed at this time. Mr. Sherman Griselle reviewed the case.
Speaking for the Zone Change was Mr. Phil Bradish.
After discussion, it was moved by Councilman Dickerson and seconded by
Councilman Corbin to uphold the decision of the Planning Commission recom-
mending R -3 Zone with 46' of P zone, denying Mr. Bradish's request for a
C -4 Zone.
Councilman Temple stated he would rather see the case become a zone
exception. The City Attorney advised that the Council had authority to
change the zone change to .a zone exception which would specify the uses
and type building to be constructed. Mr. Bradish stated he was in favor
of the change for a zone exception and would submit the plans and informa-
tion needed.
Councilman Corbin requested that such information and a plot plan
be submitted showing whatever is being proposed.
The City Attorney advised that Council could indicate that they are
desirous of having a plot plan and use information submitted so Council
can consider the granting of a zone exception on certain conditions. The
hearing has already been held and Council has had before it the necessary
findings if Council deems they can be made.
Councilman Dickerson withdrew his motion and Councilman Corbin, his
second to the motion. It was then moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded
by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote that applicant submit
use information and a plot plan to the Planning Department which shall then
prepare suggested conditions and submit all this information to Council in
order that Council may have something before it to consider in the possible
granting of a zone exception. (Zone Change #62, Bradihh)
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AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
ESTABLISHING RATES FOR THE SERVICE OF WATER BY THE CITY,
AND RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE SERVICE OF WATER BY
THE CITY, AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 1084
The City Manager informed Council that this was a revised resolution
and the increase would amount to approximately 50� per home per month.
Councilman Dunnum requested it be taken under submission for further study.
It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Dickerson
and so ordered that the resolution relative to establishing water rates in
the City of Downey be taken under submission.
RESOLUTION NO. 1376
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
DECLARING THAT THE PROJECT, CASH CONTRACT NO. 129 -A
CAN BE PERFORMED MORE ECONOMICALLY BY DAY LABOR
The rescl.ution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Temple,
seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered that further reading be waived.
AYES: 5 Councilmen.: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
RESOLUTION NO. 1377
A RESOL'TI.ON OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
•-, AUTHORIZING THE ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN RIGHTS OF WAY ON
IMPERIAL HIGHWAY AND PARAMOUNT BOULEVARD
The resolution was read by title only. Mr. Spindel reported that funds
have been budgeted by the City for the acquisition of the right of way on
Imperial Highway and Paramount Boulevard, with an appraisal for the land by
Mr. J. A. Mann, Appraiser, of $33,000. The property owner has agreed to
dedicate the right of way for $32,700, subject to the City's paying the cost
of paving construction at an estimated cost of $7,000. The property owner
did agree to construction of curb, and gutter at his expense.
It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and
so ordered that further reading of the resolution be waived.
It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson
and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1377 be adopted.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton
NOES: 0 Councilmen. None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
RESOLUTION NO. 1378
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
.-. APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT NO.
1476 FOR PEDESTRIAN OVERCROSSING AT TWEEDY LANE AND THE
SANTA ANA FREEWAY (VII -LA- 0166 -Dny)
The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman
Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered that further reading
be waived.
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It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Corbin
and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1378 be adopted.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
RESOLUTION NO. 1379
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL, OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT THE PUBLIC INTEREST, CON-
VENIENCE AND NECESSITY REQUIRE THE ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN
PROPERTY FOR STREET PURPOSES IN PARAMOUNT BOULEVARD
The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman
Temple, seconded by Councilman Corbin and so ordered that further reading
be waived.
It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple and
passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1379 be adopted.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
RESOLUTION NO. 1380
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO VACATE A PORTION OF NADA.
STREET BETWEEN SUSAN AVENUE AND OLD RIVER SCHOOL ROAD
The resolution was read by 'title only. It was moved by Councilman
Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered that further read-
ing be waived.
It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson
and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1380 be adopted, setting
hearing for 7:30 PM, July 13, 1964, in the Council Chamber of Downey City Hall.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
RESOLUTION NO. 1381
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO VACATE A 811WER EASEMENT EX-
TENDING EASTERLY FROM TWEEDY LANE
The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman
Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dunnum 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. 1381 be adopted, set -
t Aj hearing for 7:30 P.M., July 13, 1964, in the Council Chamber of the
Downey City Hall.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
RESOLUTION NO. WS -393
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 ( #19607 -
19953 $126,245.64) (Payroll)
The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman
Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered that further reading
be waived.
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It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson
and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. WS -393 be adopted.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton
NbES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
RESOLUTION NO. WS -394
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( #14523 -
,--ft #14674 $155,775.91)
The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman
Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered that further read-
ing be waived.
It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple
and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. WS -394 be adopted.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Corbin and
passed by the following vote to approve plans and specifications and
authorize advertising for bids for Cash Contract #104, Gardendale Street
widening on the north side between Brookshire Avenue and Dolan Street.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
After a summation of bids, it was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded
by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote to award contract
#110, Traffic Signal and Safety Lighting at Telegraph Road and Serapis
Avenue to the lowest and best bidder, William R. Hahn, in the amount of
$12,750.00, and that all other bids be rejected.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Didker'son, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple and
passed by the following vote to approve plans and specifications and grant
authority to advertise for bids for Cash Contract #112, traffic signal
modification at Ardis Avenue and Imperial Highway.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson
and passed by the following vote to accept improvements constructed under
Downey Private Contract #25, sanitary sewers on Nance Street easterly of
Myrtle Street, and the responsibility for maintenance thereof.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
Mr. Spindel reported a request had been made for matching funds for
sidewalks on the corner of Adwen Street and Horley Avenue.
It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Corbin and
passed by the following vote to authorize matching funds for sidewalks on
Adwen Street at the corner of Horley Avenue as the portion on Adwen qual-
ifies under the policy as adopted by Council.
AYES:. 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple and
passed by the following vote to accept improvements constructed on Quinn
Street westerly of Brookshire Avenue, for sanitary sewer under Downey
Private Contract #27, and the responsibility for maintenance thereof.
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AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson
and passed by the following vote to authorize use of sidewalk matching
funds for participation in construction of sidewalks on Old River School
Road and Nada Streot in conjunction with Cash Contract .9121 at the estimated
cost to the City of approximately $300.00.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
Mr. Spindel reported that Woodruff Avenue between Imperial Highway and
Washburn Road was widened and improved under contract by the City during
1960. All property owners along the street were contacted and offered
curb, gutter and paving for dedication. The subject property was not
excepted from the offer but the owner refused to participate and it was
necessary, therefore, to terminate construction in the vicinity of this
property. By this construction's not being included in the initial contract,
it could be expected that the construction cost of the paving will be
approximately twice that of the original contract, since the area remaining
to be improved is small and confined. The estimated cost of this paving is
$2,000.00.
It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Dickerson
and passed by the following vote to authorize City funds for aonstruction
of paving located at 12431 Woodruff Avenue.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickd'rson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
It was reported that in response to the annual published notice to
bidders for the City legal advertising, etc., one firm bid was received
from the Southeast News and Downey Champion at rates as follows:
$$:50 per inch for first insertion
$1.35 per inch for second insertion
$1.35 per inch for subsequent insertion
It was recommended, in view of the same cost for each first insertion and the
reduced cost for second insertions and $1.35 per inch for subsequent
insertions, that the bid be awarded to the Southeast..News and Downey Champion.
It was ascertained that the publication is now an adjudicated newspaper.
It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson
and passed by the following vote to award the bid for legal advertising for
the City to the Southeast News and Downey Champion newspaper at rates as
shown above.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
The City Manager reported that Mr. Ed Williamson, Manager - Consultant
for the Water Division, has recovered very well from his recent illness, how-
ever he has requested that his present contract be modified to provide for
consulting services to the Water Division on a half -time basis at a cost of
$450.00 per month, effective July 1, 1964.
It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Corbin and
passed by the following vote to authorize modifying contract between the
City and Mr. Ed Williamson, Manager - Consultant for the Water Division,
effective July 1, 1964, as recommended in Item #2 of the City Manager's
Report.
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AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
Mr. King reviewed a proposed policy whereby property owners willing
to go along with improvements, without condemnation, be paid for their
right of way - a sum equivalent to the difference between the appraised
value of their property and the value; of the improvements to be con"
structed, and those property owners whose property will have ao be
condemned, be required to construct their improvements un0or Chapter 27.
It is believed this method will be equitable to all concerned, and cause
many less headaches with the..probability of elimination of a majority
of the anticipated condemnations. Mr. Spindel added that there is enough
money budgeted for the Downey Avenue project from Cherokee Drive to
Florence Avenue.
It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson
and so ordered that the proposed policy on acquisition of right of way
be taken under submission for further study.
It was recommended in the City Manager 1,s Report that, in accordance
with the suggestion of the current Chairman of the Industrial Development
Committee, this committee be reduced to a total of ten members, two by
each Councilman.
Mr. Bert Dumars presented the recommendations of the Personnel
Advisory Committee for the budget for 1964 -65, compared it with recom-
mendations of the Downey City Employees Association.
Mr. Dan MacKenzie then read a letter from the Citizens Finance
Advisory Committee which approved the budget as recommended by the
Personnel Board and the City Manager, as economically sound and within
the current estimated revenues based on a continuing 29G tax rate.
,.� Bill Burke, President of the City Employees Assocation, reported
the members of the Personnel Board have been very kind with the Employees
Association in their deliberations. They have done a tremendously good
job of bringing the employees out of the hole, salary- wise, bringing
salaries up approximately 4% within the level of surrounding cities.
Mayor Morton stated he appreciated the job Bill Burke is doing as
President of the Employees Association.
Councilman Corbin concurred with the Mayor's statement to Bill Burke.
The City 'Manager then summarized the proposed budget, stating he feels
very proud to be able to present an economical budget, within the City's
means.
It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple and
passed by the following vote to take under submission the proposed budget
and set June 23, 1964, for public hearing, and authorize preparation of
proper resolutions and ordinances for adoption.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
The City Attorney reported that he has had three offers of settlement
in condemnation proceedings on_Brookshire Avenue and Everest Street which
are 200 or 300% more than the appraisals. He cannot recommend settlement
on the basis of these figures and he directed that there not be any set -
11teents or payments made above the appraisals submitted by Mr. J. A. Mann.
It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Corbin
and passed by the following vote to authorize that no settlements be made
in Brookshire condemnation above the appraisals submitted by Mr. Mann.
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AYES:
5
Councilmen:
Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Nthiutft,, Morton
NOES:
0
Councilmen:
None
ABSENT:
0
Councilmen:
None
The matter of Sidewalk Matching Funds for sidewalks leading to
schools was directed to be put on,the agenda for the next Council Meet-
ing.
Councilman Temple requested fellow members to suggest a program for
League of California Cities Conference coming in October which is being
set -up under his chairmanship.
Councilmen Dunnum and Morton reported briefly on the Mayor's Con-
ference held recently in New York.
Councilman Dunnum recommended the following Citizens- Committee
appointments:
CIVIL DEFENSE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
James Bannister, 7626 Dorian
ROSE FLOAT COMMITTEE
Mrs. Betty Kilpatrick, 8603 Meadow Road
Mrs. Ellan Cannon, 13054 Fidler Avenue
Mrsi Vera Michaels, 13246 Verdura Avenue
Mrs. Nancy Rohe, 12813 Cornuta
Mrs. J. Robert McFall, 8412 Conklin
SISTER CITY CCM MITTEE
Mrs. Barbara McDowell, 8612 Meadow Road
Mrs. Claude Bowman, 12757 Lakewood Boulevard
Appointments recommended by Councilman Morton- were as follows:
CITIZENS' TAX COMMITTEE
Mrs. John Paugh
CITY BEAUTIFICATION CCMMKITTEE
Mrs. Doris Street
CITY CHARTER COMMITTEE
Robert Brazelton
Dr. Ben Pacheco
CIVIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Russell Reynolds
Mrs. John Stevens
CIVIL DEFENSE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Gene Woods
James Wyatt
FIRE COMMITTEE
Darryl Black
PARK AND RECREATION COMMITTEE
Har§ d Cummins
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POLICE COMMITTEE
Harold Cummins
ROSE FLOAT COMMITTEE
Mrs, Jeri Lippert
Mrs. Wilma Dickeroff
Mrs. Skippy Blair
Mrs. Walter Dufresne
SISTER CITY COMMITTEE
Mrs. Leona Aldridge
Mrs. Murray Goldstein
Al Lopez
Amado Tapia
Mrs. Julie Fernandez
TRAFFIC COMMITTEE
Art Hansen
YOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Mrs. Betty Philpot
Robert Dufek
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It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Temple
and so ordered that the citizens committee appointments be: approved as
recommended.
There being no further business to come before Council, the meeting
adjourned at 11 :45 P.M.
DELLA.
Gi ty Ckirk
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THOMAS H. MORTON
Mayor
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