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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-10-13-64-Regular Meeting2142 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY — OCTOBER 13TH, 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., October 13, 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 Sherman Griselle, Director of Planning A. C. Gabriel, Director of Finance Lee Leavitt, City Engineer Ray Lake, Director of Building and Safety Loren Morgan, Deputy Chief of Police Robert DeSio, City Forester -- Administrative Assistant Don Robison, Deputy Director, Civil Defense Ervin Spindel, Director of Public Works Della Doyle, City Clerk Alberta Pfeiffer, Deputy City Clerk In the absence of the scheduled minister, Councilman Scott Temple delivered the invocation. Mayor Morton announced at this time the presentation of an award to Mrs. John Abbott who had done a very outstanding job on the City Beautification Committee, borne out throughout the City and particularly as to what has been done on Firestone Boulevard. A plaque of commendation was presented Mrs. Abbott by the Mayor for this outstanding service to the community. Mrs. Abbott had served as chairman of the Beautification Committee.. Other councilmen added their comments and thanks to Mrs. Abbott. Mayor Morton introduced Mr. Joseph Nylander, teacher of U. S. History and Government. Mr. Nylander presented the senior students from Warren High and thanked the City officials for the seminar held at their school recently and for also being allowed to share in City government and attend a City Council Meeting. Mayor Morton stated the hour of 7:30 P.M. having arrived, it was time for the hearing on the Debt Limit Report prepared pursuant to Division 4 of the Streets and Highways Code for the improvement of Bixler Street, A.D. #73. The Mayor inquired of the City Clerk if she had the Affidavit of Mailing relative to the hearing. The C.;.ty Clerk replied she had the affidavit. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Corbin and so ordered that the Affidavit of Mailing be received and filed. and read The City Engineer presented /the factual data of the Debt Limit Report to Council -:hich was received and filed. There being no written and no oral comments, it was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered that the hearing on the Debt Limit Report for Bixler Street, A.D. #73 be closed. RESOLUTION NO. 1457 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY MAKING FINDING OF FEASIBILITY OF ACQUISITION OF NECESSARY RIGHTS OF WAY AND THE CONSTRUCTION OF CURBS, GUTTERS AND PAVEMENT IN ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. AD -73 (BIXLER AVENUE AND OTHER STREETS) 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. Council. Minutes - 10/13/64 -1- 2143 It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following bote that Resolution No. 1457 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mayor Morton stated there would be a presentation by Mr. Joseph O'Grady of the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association. Mr. O'Grady presented to Council the trophy, a picture of Downey's 1964 Rose Float, which had won first place award in Class 10 -A cities. The City Manager thanked the Rose Float Association for another job well done last year. The Mayor announced the hearing on the Resolution of Intention for Bixler Street, A.D. #73 and asked the City Clerk if she had the Affidavits of Publica- tion, Posting and Mailing. The City Clerk replied she had the affidavits. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered that the affidavits be received and filed. The City Engineer presented and read the factual data of the Debt Limit Report to Council and it was received and filed. There being no written and no oral comments, it was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered that the hearing be closed. RESOLUTION NO. 1458 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ORDERING WORK TO BE DONE ON BIXLER AVENUE AND OTHER STREETS IN ACCORDANCE WITH RESOLUTION OF INTENTION NO. 1415 (AD 73) The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1458 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mr. George Staid of the State Compensation Insurance Fund complimented the City of Downey on realizing a savings of $14,217.61 on its safety policy for the year ending December 20, 1963, and presented a check in that amount representing 34% of the premium paid. The return, he stated, was in addition to the 11% reduction in premium rates which the City enjoyed during the year under the Experie nce Rating Plan. As a result, it was reported, the City's combined savings for the policy period amounts to 42% of the premium at basic rates. He compli- mented the City on its very excellent record and offered sincere congratulations on behalf of his organization for the wonderful safety record of the past year and the wonderful calibre of the employees working for the City of Downey. The City Manager stated the City has a 5 -man safety committee for employees safety, meeting the first Monday of each month in an endeavor to see if accidents can be corrected, to promote the safety among employees. Mr. King stated that the City has benefited greatly from this committee's continued efforts in preventing accidents, resulting in this very successful safety program of the City of Downey. The Mayor reported the public hearing on Planning Resolution No. 88, Zone Change Case #103, Murata, would be held at this time and asked the City Clerk if she had the Affidavit of Publication relative to the hearing. The City Clerk replied she had the affidavit. ffhe affidavit was received and filed. Council Minutes - 10/13/64 -2- 2144 The case was reviewed by the Director of Planning. Mr. Sherman Griselle stated the Planning Commission recommends the zone change with one reservation; that one foot remain in R -1 zone with a twofold purpose: 1. Where the 1 -foot strip of R -1 zone abuts a C -4 zone this requires a five and one -half foot to six -foot wall when the properties develop commercially. 2. The one -foot strip cannot be crossed for commercial purposes..it can be crossed only for residential purposes. The Clerk presented a letter from Carol and Warren Blossom in favor of the zone change. Leslie Olson, 10022 Tristan 44ive, representing applicant in Zone Change Case #103, spoke in favor of the request. There being no written and no oral protests or comments, it was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered that the hearing be closed on Zone Change Case #103, Planning Resolution No. 88 /Murata. ORDINANCE NO. 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. 88, ZONE CHANGE CASE NO. 103) The ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple 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 the ordinance be introduced. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None The Mayor announced the hearing on Downey Improvement Project #515, Old River School Road northerly of Firestone Place, would be continued at this time, being held over from the September 14 meeting. The City Engineer reported the property owner has advised that the City proceed with the improvements. There being no further comments relative to the hearing on DIP #515, it was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered that the hearing be closed. It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote to authorize the Department of Public Works to proceed with the improvements under Downey Improvement Project #515 under Chapter #27. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mayor Morton announced the hearing on Rutgers Avenue, AD #17 assessments would be held at this time and asked the City Clerk if she had the Affidavits of Publication, Posting and Mailing. The City Clerk replied she had the affidavits. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered that the affidavits be received and filed. The City Engineer presented the assessment roll to Council and it was received and filed. There being no written and no oral protests or comments, it was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered the hearing be closed. Council Minutes - 10/13/64 -3- ?x.45 RESOLUTION NO. 1459 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENT FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF RUTGERS AVENUE (AD #17) 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 Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1459 be adopted. 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 so ordered that the minutes of September 22, 1964, be approved as written. The City Clerk reported on the following written correspondence: The first letter had been acted upon the first part of the meeting. (2) Monthly report from Downey Chamber of Commerce. Received and filed. (3) Memorandum from Ruth Miller, Librarian, and accompanying letter from Mrs. Fred C. Mintie in appreciation of the phonograph record file kept in the library. Received and filed. (4) Jimmie Wood, 17425 Nordhoff, Northridge, California, in appreciation of assistance given him by Planning Department personnel. (5) Riviera Beach Park Committee, Torrance, California, requesting support of the City of Downey in preservation of the Los Angeles County Beach area. The City Manager was authorized to investigate and present a proper resolution for consideration by Council at the next meeting. (6) Letter from Rev. George J. Parnassus, Pius X High School, in apprecia- tion of the newly installed sidewalks on Gardendale Avenue adjacent to the school. (7) Los Angeles County Heart Association requesting permission to solicit funds during the month of February, to be proclaimed Heart Fund Month. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Corbin and so ordered to approve the request to solicit funds for Heart Fund in February and authorize the Mayor to sign a proclamation for Heart Fund Month. (8) A letter from the County -City Coordinator in Los Angeles relative to the agreement for the care of city prisoners in the County Jail. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered that the City Manager be authorized to sign the receipt of acknowledgment of notification of rates established for care of prisoners in the county jail. (9) A memorandum from the Director of Finance with accompanying letter from Mr. Howard Vleerick relative to the agreement for purchase of the northwest corner of Second Street and LaReina Streets, requesting a 3 -month extension on the contract to pay off the balance. The letter was read in full by the City Manager which outlined the agreement to purchase Downey Towers. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote to grant the 3 -month extension on the agreement to purchase Downey Towers from the City of Downey as requested by Mr. Howard Vleerick. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Council Minutes - 10/13/64 -4- 2147 (19) A letter from Sgt. Orbrey L Duke, President of the Downey City Employees Association, announcing the Publicity Scrap Book first place award had been given to the City of Downey for the second time. Council remarked this shows outstanding achievement for the year. (21) Report on Water Rates from the Water Advisory Board. Mr. Dale Baker, accompanied by Frank Beckner, Clifford Hiemforth and Ed Williamson stated the old rates were below cost and there was no other way to operate on a balanced budget but to raise the rates. It was felt that at least a year's experience would be needed to get a fair evaluation of the rates. Mr. Baker stated the Water Advisory Board feels it has established fair and equitable rates as of this time and that water consumption had been unusually high, however the water bills should begin to level off. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered to approve the recommendations of the Water Advisory Committee (Board) and that a breakdown of the cost of operation be submitted to the Water Advisory Board. The Mayor declared a ten - minute recess with Council reconvening at 9:05 P.M. with roll call: PRESENT: Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton A resolution passed by the Downey Chamber of Commerce endorsing the City Charter was read in full by the Mayor but the Chamber requested Council to take two measures, as follows: That an ordinance be drawn specifying that only in cases of emergency would a special council meeting be called, with notices pub- lished in the newspapers; and that it be set out in an ordinance the manner of selection and filling of future vacancies on the City Council. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered to refer the two matters recommended by the Downey Chamber of Commerce to the City Attorney with a copy of their resolution. ORDINANCE NO. 255 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING TO ARTICLE VI THEREOF A NEW CHARTER TO BE DESIGNATED CHAPTER 1 -A CONSISTING OF SECTIONS 6125 THROUGH 6137, WHICH SAID SECTIONS RELATE TO A TAX UPON THE PRIVILEGE OF TRANSIENT OCCUPANCY t The ordinance 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 Ordinance No. 255 be adopted. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Morton NOES: 1 Councilman: }iunnum ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1460 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY _ PROHIBITING - PARKING ON THE WEST SIDE OF NEW STREET BE- TWEEN THE NORTH LINE OF FIRESTONE BOULEVARD TO THE SOUTH LINE OF SECOND STREET The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered that further reading be waived. Council Meeting - 10/13/64 -6- 2148 Councilman Dunnum suggested. :ia... be amended before adoption, deleting the last portion of Section 1 which reads "and a point 50 feet south of the south line of Second Street." It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1460 be adopted as amended. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1461 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY PROVIDING FOR A LOADING ZONE ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF SECOND STREET The resolution was read in full by the City Attorney. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1461 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1462 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND /OR MAYOR TO ACQUIRE CERTAIN PROPERTY ON BEHALF OF THE CITY 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. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1462 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 City Attorney proceed with acquisition of Trenery property and draw the necessary documents, with the City Engineer providing the City Attorney with the correct legal descriptions. RESOLUTION NO. 1463 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AUTHORIZING APPLICATION FOR SOCIAL SECURITY RETIREMENT COVERAGE The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and so ordered that further reading be waived. It was expressed by the City Manager that it was very much appreciated that the Social Security office sent representatives to meet with City Employees to explain the coverage under a split of'State Retirement and Social Security benefits. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1463 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Council Meeting - 10/13/64 -7- 2149 RESOLUTION NO. 1464 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ESTABLISHING A STOP AT THE INTERSECTION OF JULIUS AVENUE AND ADWEN STREET 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. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1464 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1465 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ESTABLISHING TWO -HOUR PARKING LIMITS ON THE NORTH SIDE OF DINWIDDIE STREET FROM OLD RIVER SCHOOL ROAD TO A POINT 650 FEET WEST OF OLD RIVER SCHOOL ROAD 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. It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1465 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1466 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO VACATE A PORTION OF THE ALLEY ADJACENT TO EXISTING ALLEY LOCATED NORTH OF STEWART AND GRAY ROAD AS SHOWN ON TRACT NO. 14810 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 Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1466 be adopted setting a hearing for 7:30 P.M., November 9, 1964, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton RESOLUTION NO. 1457 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 1390 CONCERNING THE WATER RATES AND RULES FOR SERVICE OF WATER BY THE CITY The resolution was read by title only. Mr. Spindel gave a report. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1467 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Council Meeting - 10/13/64 -8- 2150 RESOLUTION NO. 1468 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AUTHORIZING THE USE OF CERTAIN ACCESS RIGHTS DEDICATED TO THE CITY The resolution was read in full by the City Attorney. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1468 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None The City Attorney advised that the change was in substance that the Council may terminate the right to use the access at any time and also provides that at any rate it shall be terminated at the time of completion of the development being constructed. RESOLUTION NO. WS -409 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 ( #22500 #22870 $114,383.16) (Payroll) The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple and so�,,orderedthet further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. WS -409 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. WS -410 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 ( #15581 - #15800 $240,687.97) The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and so ordered that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. WS -410 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 passed by the following vote to accept improvements and grant authority to file Notice of Completion for Cash Contract #136, storm drain, Second Street between Myrtle Street and LaReina Avenue. 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, after summation of bids, to award the bid to the lowest and best bidder, Sully- Miller, in the amount of the unit prices submitted, for Cash Contract #134, Imperial and that all other bids be rejected. Council Meeting - 10/13/64 -9- 21.51. Passed by the following vote: 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 approve plans and specifications and grant authority to advertise for bids on Cash Contract #141, Stonewood Street. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSEW : 0 Councilmen: None Mr. Spindel reported that the Chrysler facility on the south side of Telegraph Road adjacent to the westerly City boundary is under construction at the present time. A water distribution main extension is required to serve this property. Under the main extension rule adopted by the Council, the applicant is eligible for one -half matching by the City, of the cost of the main installation. Ordinarily an 8" main would be required to serve this property for which the estimated cost is $4200 with the Chrysler Corporation paying $2100 and a like amount by the City. However, in Telegraph Road, based on plans for future expansion, a larger transmission main will be required - 16" in diameter. This will be to serve the future reservoir to be built westerly of this property. The estimated cost of the 16" water main, including engineering, contingencies, is $8,000. Under its policy, the City also bears the additional cost of excess main capacity. The Water Advisory Board has approved the construction of the 16" main in place of the 8" main. It was recommended that funds be appropriated in the amount of $8,000 for this main construction. It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and passed by the following vote to approve the following transfer of funds as recommended by the Director of Public Works: AMOUNT $4,000 4,000 $8,000 AYES: NOES: ABSENT: FROM ACCOUNT NO. TO ACCOUNT NO. 8600 8606 8603 8606 Total 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton 0 Councilmen: None 0 Councilmen: None It was also requested that plans and specifications of the subject water main be approved and authority granted to advertise for bids. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote to approve plans and specifications for Cash Contract #149, Water Main Extension Telegraph Road from Rives Avenue, 500± feet westerly, and authorize advertising for bids. 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 accept improvements constructed under Cash Contract #112, modification of traffic signals at Ardis Avenue and Imperial Highway, and grant authority to file Notice of Completion. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Council Meeting - 10/13/64 -10- 2152 It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote to accept improvements of Cash Contract #116, traffic signals and safety lighting - Stage II; Brookshire Avenue and Imperial Highway, and grant authority to file Notice of Completion. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None After a, summation of bids for Assessment District #84, Puritan Avenue, between Paramount Boulevard and Downey Avenue, it was recommended that the bid be awarded to the lowest and best bidder, Sheets Construction Company. RESOLUTION NO. 1469 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AWARDING CONTRACT TO IMPROVE PURITAN AVENUE IN THE CITY, IN ACCORDANCE WITH RESOLUTION OF INTENTION NO. 1421, AD #84 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. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1469 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 authorize the Superintendent of Streets to require improvements under Chapter 27 Improvement Act 1911 of the Streets and Highways Code for Downey Improvement Project #521, Firestone Boulevard. 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 authorize the Superintendent of Streets to require the construction of curb and gutter on Imperial Highway under Chapter #27, 1911 Act of the Streets and Highways Code of the State of California for Downey Improvement Project #522. 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 Temple and passed by the following vote to authorize the following transfer of funds for construction of pavement on the west side of Downey Avenue southerly of Devenir Avenue: AMOUNT FROM ACCOUNT NO. TO ACCOUNT NO. $1000 13789 13788 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 authorize the following transfer of funds for improving the remaining 3 feet of street on the east side of the right of way "not com- pleted on Orizaba Avenue northerly of Duesler Lane as part of the subdivision to the east. Council Meeting - 10/13/64 -11- 2153 It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote to authorize the following transfer of funds for paveout on Woodruff Avenue: AMOUNT FROM ACCOUNT NO. TO ACCOUNT NO. $600 13789 13788 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 authorize the following transfer of funds for construction of curb, gutter and pavement adjacent to 12444 Paramount Boulevard: AMOUNT FROM ACCOUNT NO. TO ACCOUNT NO. $1,000 13789 13888 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 authorize the Director of Public Works to proceed with cleaning of alleys north of Gardendale, east of Paramount Boulevard and assess the cost thereof to adjacent property owners responsible. 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 Dickerson and passed by the following vote to approve specifications for cleaning of 57 `palm trees on Rives Avenue, Firestone Boulevard to Fourth Street, at an estimated cost of $3400 and -authority to advertise for bids. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOBS: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT": 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Corbin and so ordered to s6t a hearing for 7:30 P.M., November 9, 1964, on -Zone Change #101, 7046 Stewart and Gray Road (Downey Community Hospital Foundation). Council Meeting - 10/13/64 -12- FROM ACCOUNT NO. TO ACCOUNT N0._ AMOUNT $200 13789 13790 AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None .-r After a summation of bids, it was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by the purchase of Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote to award various dealers as stated six new trucks for the Public Works Department to below in the amount of $13,861.89: Downey Ford 1 - 3/4 Ton Survey Truck Paramount Chevrolet 2 - 1/2 Ton Pickup Trucks International Harvester 2 - 1/2 Ton Pickup Trucks 1 - 1/2 Ton Utility Truck 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 Temple and passed by the following vote to authorize the following transfer of funds for paveout on Woodruff Avenue: AMOUNT FROM ACCOUNT NO. TO ACCOUNT NO. $600 13789 13788 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 authorize the following transfer of funds for construction of curb, gutter and pavement adjacent to 12444 Paramount Boulevard: AMOUNT FROM ACCOUNT NO. TO ACCOUNT NO. $1,000 13789 13888 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 authorize the Director of Public Works to proceed with cleaning of alleys north of Gardendale, east of Paramount Boulevard and assess the cost thereof to adjacent property owners responsible. 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 Dickerson and passed by the following vote to approve specifications for cleaning of 57 `palm trees on Rives Avenue, Firestone Boulevard to Fourth Street, at an estimated cost of $3400 and -authority to advertise for bids. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOBS: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT": 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Corbin and so ordered to s6t a hearing for 7:30 P.M., November 9, 1964, on -Zone Change #101, 7046 Stewart and Gray Road (Downey Community Hospital Foundation). Council Meeting - 10/13/64 -12- 2154 It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and so ordered to set hearing for 7:30 P.M., November 9, 1964, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall for Zone Change Case #102, northwest corner of Stewart and Gray Road and Purnell — Paul Yakoto, et al. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Morton and passed by the following vote to approve reasonable and justifiable expenses for Councilmen, Department Heads and City Officials attending sessions of the League of California Cities Annual Conference October 11 - 14 at the Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles. 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 authorize the City Attorney to act with the City Attorney of Pico Rivera in a joint agreement to improve Telegraph Road, Rio Hondo Channel to Lowman Avenue. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen : - None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None The City Manager read a letter directed to Mr. Louis Frahm relative to Firestone Boulevard improvements between Old River School Road and the city limits, informing him that gas tax funds can be utilized, subject to availability of funds and approval of City Council under current policies. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Corbin and so ordered to authorize transmittal of the letter to Mr. Frahm as recommended by the City Manager. Under Cash Contract #106, widening and paving of LaReina Avenue, Firestone Boulevard to Third Street, Mr. King reported the Edison Company has outlined a program for laying underground cable after the first of the year and it was recommended that the work under Cash Contract #106 be deferred till that time. Mr. King read a letter of transmittal to the Sheets Construction Company, asking that they delay their construction until such time as Edison Company will have finished their program, at verified costs for any increase in labor or for removal and dumping of asphalt paving. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and so ordered that the City Manager be authorized to send a letter to Sheets Construction as recommended by Mr. King. Upon Mr. King's request, it was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered to grant permission for leave, if necessary, to go to Colorado for illness in the family. • A recommendation for Emergency Communication Explorer Posts under the Civil Defense program was referred to the City Attorney for his review and held until the next Council Meeting. Mr. Spindel requested that notices of completion for Cash Contracts be filed after completion of the work rather than holding off until the next Council Meet- _ ing, and to then have them formally accepted by City Council at the first meeting following filing of the notice. The pertinent change in the specifications cov- ering this item was read by Mr. Spindel, who advised that this earlier filing of notices of completion had been approved by the City Attorney. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote to approve the recommendation of the Director of Public Works for the time of filing notices of completion on Cash Contracts. Council Meeting - 10/13/64 -11- 2155 AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Councilman Temple stated that the Deputy Director of Civil. Defense has been highly commended by the Women's Civil Defense Group. Mayor Morton stated that representatives from his district on the Civil Defense Committee hake also commended Don Robison on results he is achieving in the Civil Defense Program activities. Commendation on the leadership provided the Civil Defense Program by Don Robison was also expressed by Councilman Dickerson. Councilman Corbin stated the Rose Float Committee has requested per- mission to hold a "Sing -A- Long" in front of the City Hall on Monday night, November 16, as a fund - raising event, with celebrities present. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered that the Rose Float Committee may proceed with plans for a Sing -A -Long and that they work with the Police Department. Councilman Dunnum stated that the League of Women Voters is again inquiring about the matter of publication of Council agenda. Mr. King stated that he would advise Mrs. Helen Ziler of the action which was taken by the Council on this matter. At the request of the Park and Recreation Board for a meeting with the Council or their representatives, Mayor Morton appointed Councilmen Corbin and Temple. There being no further business to come before Council, the meeting adjourned, at 10:45 P.M. l t2 47, City lerk Council Meeting - 10/13/64 14- ✓u�-�- V THOMAS H. MORTON Mayor