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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-11-24-64-Regular MeetingYy r 2� #0 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY NOVEMBER 24TH, 1964 The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall at 8:00 A.M., November 24, 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 Bill Goggin, Assistant Director of Planning A. C. Gabriel, Director of Finance Ervin Spindel, Director of Public Works Robert Gain, Fire Chief Loren Morgan, Deputy Chief of Police Lee Leavitt, City Engineer Don Robison, Assistant to the City Manager Della Doyle, City Clerk Alberta Pfeiffer, Deputy City Clerk Reverend Rodney Cogswell of the Presbyterian Church of Downey delivered the invocation. Mayor Morton commended and complimented Rev. Cogswell and Maurice McAlister for the fine commendation received by both of these men from the North American Aivation Management Club as two outstanding Downey citizens for the past year, being chosen out of 13 candidates. Council also offered its praise and congratulations to Rev. Cogswell, who gave a word of thanks in return. Mayor Morton announced the public hearing on the vacation of a portion of 9900 Lakewood Boulevard, and asked if the City Clerk had the affidavits of publication and posting. The City Clerk stated she had the affidavits. There were no written protests or comments. Mr. Spindel explained the circumstances bringing about the need for the vacation at this location. There being no oral comments, it was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered that the hearing be closed on the vacation of a portion of 9900 Lakewood Boulevard. RESOLUTION NO. 1477 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ORDERING VACATION OF THE SOUTHEASTERLY 20.00 FEET OF THE NORTHWESTERLY 62.00 FEET OF PROPERTY KNOWN AS 9900 LAKEWOOD BOULEVARD 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. 1477 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 the Council Meeting of November 9, 1964, be approved as written. Council Minutes - 11/24/64 -1- :'l. o G The City Clerk reported on the following written correspondence: 1. A letter from the League of California Cities urging legislation for municipal court reorganization. After discussion, it was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and so ordered to propose opposition to this legislation recommended. 2. A letter from the Downey Chamber of Commerce commending Council on the purchase by the City of the Hollowell property. Received and filed. 3. A claim from Donald Leslie Culp for damages in the amount of $3500. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered that the claim be denied and referred to the insurance carrier. ORDINANCE NO. 257 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. 89, ZONE CHANGE #101) 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 Dickerson and passed by the following vote that Ordinance No. 257 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None ORDINANCE NO. 259 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. 91, ZONE CHANGE CASE #104) 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 Dickerson and passed by the following vote that Ordinance No. 258 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None ORDINANCE NO. 259 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY COUNCIL AND THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE CALIFORNIA STATE EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM 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. 259 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Council Minutes - 11/24/64 -2- RESOLUTION NO. 1478 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ORDERING THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS TO MAKE A REPORT PURSUANT TO THE - STREET LIGHTING ACT OF 1919 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. 1478 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton Mr. Spindel, Director of Public Works, read the report and presented the factual data pursuant to the Street Lighting Act of 1919. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Corbin and so ordered that the report be received and filed. The City Clerk read the following letter from the Southern California Edison Company: "We are advised of the intention of the Honorable City Council to consider a resolution to abandon Zone 4, areas 1 & 3, Downey City Lighting District, and to annex said area(s) to Zone 1, Downey City Lighting District. "Pursuant to the provisions of section 18191, as amended of the California Streets and Highways Code, Southern California Edison Company agrees to the abandonment of Zone 4, areas 1 & 3 of the Downey City Lighting District and the concurrent annexation of the identical territory to Zone 1, Downey City Lighting District. "Upon approval by the Honorable City Council, a copy of the resolution is requested." Very truly yours, S/ D. K. Grande /CM ittier Distric Manager /S/ Howard T. Lusk Customer Service Consultant It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and so ordered to receive and file the letter and furnish copy of Resolution No. 1478 to the Southern California Edison Company as requested. RESOLUTION NO. 1479 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO ABANDON AREAS ONE AND THREE OF ZONE FOUR OF THE DOWNEY CITY LIGHTING DISTRICT 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 Dickerson and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1479 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Council Minutes - 11/24/64 -3- RESOLUTION NO. 1480 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO ANNEX CERTAIN AREAS TO THE DOWNEY CITY LIGHTING DISTRICT AND TO MAINTAIN AND FURNISH ELECTRICAL CURRENT TO THOSE STREET LIGHTING FIXTURES LOCATED ON THE STREETS AND PUBLIC PLACES WITHIN THOSE AREAS UNTIL JANUARY 31, 1983 (ANNEXATION B - ZONE 1) 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 Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1480 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1481 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ESTABLISHING STOPS AT THE INTERSECTION OF WILEY BURKE AVENUE AND MULLER 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 Dickerson and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1481 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION 'N0. 1482 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY REQUIRING STOPS AT THE INTERSECTION OF ALAMEDA STREET AND BROOKSHIRE AVENUE 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 Temple, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1482 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1483 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AUTHORIZING THE CITY TRAFFIC ENGINEER TO CHANGE THE SIGNS AFFECTING TRAFFIC CONTROL AT THE INTERSECTION OF BROOKSHIRE AVENUE AND ORANGE STREET The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1483 be adopted. Council Minutes 11/24/64 -4- `-fq 2 w.. f AYES: 5 Councilmen: .Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1484 A RESOLUTION,OF THE CITY COUNCIL. OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ASCERTAINING THE GENERAL PREVAILING RATE OF PER DIEM WAGES TO BE PAID ON PUBLIC WORK WITHIN THE CITY The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1484 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1485 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY URGING THE STATE LEGISLATURE TO ENACT LEGISLATION RESTOR- ING THE RIGHT TO CITIES TO- REGULAR PROBLEMS OF LOCAL CONCERN 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 Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1485 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1486 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ESTABLISHING A POLICY FOR PAYMENTS OF ASSESSMENTS LEVIED UNDER AND PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 27 OF PART 3, DIVISION 7 OF THE STREETS & HIGHWAYS CODE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA 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. Mr. Spindel presented a resume and the formula for setting up pay schedules for the cost of improvements under Chapter #27 proceedings. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1486 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1487 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ACCEPTING A GRANT OF EASEMENT (CHRYSLER) 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. Council Minutes - 11124/64 -5- 21. 79 AYES: 5 Councilmen: - Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1484 A RESOLUTION,OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ASCERTAINING THE GENERAL PREVAILING RATE OF PER DIEM WAGES TO BE PAID ON PUBLIC WORK WITHIN THE CITY The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1484 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1485 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY URGING THE STATE LEGISLATURE TO ENACT LEGISLATION RESTOR- ING THE RIGHT TO CITIES TO REGULAR PROBLEMS OF LOCAL CONCERN 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 Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1485 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1486 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ESTABLISHING A POLICY FOR PAYMENTS OF ASSESSMENTS LEVIED UNDER AND PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 27 OF PART 3, DIVISION 7 OF THE STREETS & HIGHWAYS CODE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA 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. Mr. Spindel presented a resume and the formula for setting up pay schedules for the cost of improvements under Chapter #27 proceedings. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1486 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1487 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ACCEPTING A GRANT OF EASEMENT (CHRYSLER) 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. Council Minutes - 11124/64 -5- It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1487 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1488 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY OF ACCEPTANCE OF GRANT OF EASEMENT AND APPROVAL OF AGREE- MENT BY AND BETWEEN CHRYSLER MOTORS CORPORATION AND THE CITY OF DOWNEY 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 Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1488 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1489 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ESTABLISHING A DOWNEY - GUADALAJARA SISTER CITY ASSOCIATION 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. Councilman Dunnum suggested changing of the word "or" to "and" in Section 2 and to add in Section 6(b) that one member be appointed.by each councilman. It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 1489 as amended. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mayor Morton stated that he will submit a letter to the various persons involved in the situation, including Guadalajara. RESOLUTION N3. WS -415 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 ( #23632 - #23995) ($112,513.72) (Payroll) 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 Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. WS -415 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: NOES: 0 Councilmen: ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: Council Minutes - 11/24/64 Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton None None 21.E A 2' f. RESOLUTION NO. WS -416 A.RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND ZEMANDS AND SPECIFYING THE FUNDS OUT OF WHICH THE SAME ARE TO BE PAID ( #16129 #16247 $122,637.92) The City Manager reported that Lot No. 49 of Assessment District No. 69, Brookshire Avenue, Everest Street, et al., was recently sold to the City of Downey as a tax delinquent property. Since the land has been acquired by the City, the City is now obligated for assessments levied against the subject lot in the amount now due and payable of $2,873.49. It was recommended that the City Council authorize payment to the bond hordar to clear the encumbrances on the parcel and transfer this amount from unappropriated surplus to Land Capital Account #9- 2000 -671. It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote to authorize the following transfer of funds: AMOUNT FROM TO $2,873.49 Unappropriated Reserves Account #9- 2000 -671 AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mr. King reported that the escrow charges and the insurance relative to the purchase of the Hollowell property by the City will necessitate a transfer of $100 from unappropriated surplus to the Land Capital Account #9- 2000 -671. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote to authorize the following transfer of funds: $100 from Unappropriated Reserves to Account #9- 2000 -671 AYES:- 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Councilman Temple excused himself from the Council Chamber at 8:40 A.M. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered that further reading of Resolution No. WS -416 be waived. It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. WS -416 be adopted. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Dickerson, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilman: Temple After a summation of bids, it was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote to award the bid to the lowest and best bidder, Paul L. Rappe, Inc., Cash Contract #120, drainage construction on Bellflower Boulevard, Foster Road, at the unit prices of the bid proposal and that all other bids be rejected. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Dickerson, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilman: Temple Councilman Temple returned to the Council Chamber. Council Minutes — 11/24/64 -7- i��_02 It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote to approve Cash Contract #145 plans and specifica- tions for installation of traffic signal system, Paramount Boulevard at Quill Drive and Quoit" Street, 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 Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote to accept improvement for modification of traffic signal at Paramount Boulevard and Florence Avenue under Cash Contract #111 and authorize filing Notice of Completion. 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, after summation of bids for Cash Contract #150, improvement of the south side of Telegraph Road easterly of Lindell Avenue, that the bid be awarded to the lowest and best bidder, Sully- Miller Contracting Company in the unit prices in the bid proposal, waiving the irregularity of the bid bond, and rejecting all other bids. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote to approve replacement of curbs on the east side of Western Avenue and paving as recommended by the Director of Public Works, Ervin Spindel's report. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Councilman Corbin disqualified himself from voting. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote to approve plans and specifications for traffic control unit at the intersections of Lakewood Boulevard and Bellflower Boulevard and Lakewood Boulevard and Cleta Street, and authorize preparation of necessary agreements between the City and State, and the City and North American Aviation. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dickerson, Temple, Corbin, Dunnum, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None The City Manager inquired if Council had given any more thought to the installation of IBM data processing. Mayor Morton suggested that the Council plan a field trip to Compton before the next Council Meeting to view their data processing equipment and procedures. It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered that a field trip to Compton to view their data processing be taken before the next Council Meeting. Phillip Ortiz, 12432 Parrot, Downey, protested the design of the Downey Rose Float now under construction. Mayor Morton stated the Association had given very thorough evaluation to the float design, that the matter had been presented to President Johnson and no objections were received. Council Minutes - 11/24/64 -8- na� A Earl J. Berry, 8536 Eucalyptis Street, also voiced his objections to the Rose Float design. The City Attorney reported that the present owner of the Lucci property had a meeting with the Planning Department and representative of the Engineer- ing Department and does propose to take some action relative to this property. The status of the agreement with the City of Lakewood to purchase the portion of the Lakewood Water Company within the boundaries of the City of Downey, according to the City Attorney, is that their attorney has advised he proposes to have something drafted prior to Christmas. Councilmen Temple, Corbin and the City Manager reported briefly on the conference they recently attended which was held in San Francisco. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered to authorize the City Manager to submit quotations for the cost of preparation and publication of an annual report for the City of Downey for next year. The City Manager recommended that the City of Downey compete for the American Municipal Cities award next year, for he felt in the various cities' presentations this year, there was none to compare with the.achievements of the City of Downey since its incorporation. Mayor Morton reported he was very gratified that the U. S. Census Bureau had placed the City of Downey as the number one city of its category with regard to its overall management of City affairs, including fiscal policies. Mr. Spindel briefed Council on a meeting held at Cerritos College for the purpose of general planning in general college districts, stating that Downey's exhibit in the planning field was perhaps the best displayed. Mayor Morton recommended that Council keep abreast of the minutes of the Citizens Development Control Committee as they have made some very good suggestions and recommendations to the Civic Development Committee. There being no further business to come before Council, the meeting was adjourned in the memory of the late President John F. Kennedy, at 9:20 A.M. A�OYLE City Clerk Council Minutes - 11/24/64 -9- THOMAS H. MORTON Mayor