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Home My WebLink AboutMinutes-12-28-65-Regular Meeting�sao MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DECEMBER 2.8, 1965 The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 8:00 a.m. December 28, 1965, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, Mayor Scott E. Temple presiding. PRESENT: Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple 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 Don Robison, Assistant to City Manager Don Warren, Deputy Fire Chief Ivan A. Robinson, Chief of Police Ray Lake, Director of Building & Safety Walter Wanke, Water Superintendent Della Doyle, City Clerk Alberta Pfeiffer, Deputy City Clerk Reverend Henry Blackaby of the First Southern Baptist Church delivered the invocation. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Temple and sc ordered that the minutes of December 13, 1965, be approved with an amendment to page four relative to the modified agreement with the Downey Community Hospital Foundation to include the additional financial responsibility for the additional nursing l.o,_�r. The following correspondence was reviewed: A letter of resignation, to be effective January 1, 1966, from Mr. Ed William :aC —, consultant for the Water Division. Ordered received and filed. Letter from Mr. Ralph E. Wittick of The Golden Cue, requeEting a hearing relative to revocation of permit for operation of a pool hall at 11026 Downey Avenue, It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Dickerson an-a' so ordered to set a hearing for 8 :00 A.M., January 25, 1966, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple: NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Letter from Diehl, Evans and Company relative to the quarterly audit, listing the items which were included in their audit. Councilman Morton suggested t'he report include information as to the results of their audit rather than just listing the items which were covered. The City Manager was requested to so notify the auditors, Proposed modification of the Downey Hospital Foundation agreement from the .City Attorney. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote to approve the lease modification with the Downey Hospital Foundation and authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement on behalf of the City of Downey. Council Minutes - 12/28/65 -1- 2501 AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Modified Agreement for Emergency Hospital service from the City Attorney. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote to approve the agreement modifications and authorize the Playor to execute the agreement on behalf of the City. AYES: 'S Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None A commendation to the Police Department from Stephen A. Derkum of Buena Park, California was ordered received and filed. League of California Cities request that the City Manager serve as a member of their Committee on Undergrounding Utilities. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Morton and Passed by the following vote that the City Manager, Oren L. King, accept the appointee nt to the League of California Cities Committee on Undergrounding Utilities and authorize the City Manager to attend the meeting January 14, 1965, in Berkeley, with reasonable expenses allowed, and that a subsequent report be made to Council of this meeting. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None A letter from The International City Managers' Association requesting Use of a letter from the City of Downey for its new training manual, "Municipal t -ablic Relations" was ordered received and filed. Amendment of the Agreement with Albert C. Martin and Associates was review�y.. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and passed by the following vote to approve amendment to Agreement with Albert C. Martin. & Asyc;ciates and authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement on behalf of the City. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None A letter from the Chief Administrative Officer, County of Los Angeles relative to increase in ambulance rates for emergency services. Ordered filed. Complaint for damages from Oliver R. Goethe. It was moved by Councilman C:7�rbin, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and so ordered that the claim of Oliver R. Goe:ahe be denied and referred to the City's insurance carrier. Request from Mr. Joseph Misansky requesting paveout at Marbel at the corner of Alameda Street was reviewed with Mr. Spindel reporting that the reque8 would be in line with the policy of the City in paving out select system and that City forces could do this small job. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Morton and pas�!�ud 'by the following vote to approve paveout by City forces as requested by Mr. Misa--,oky. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morten., Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Request from Mr. John Hume, General Manager of the Downey Recreation and Park District for information relative to the proposed dissolution of the park district in any Council actions taken. Received and filed. Memorandum from Mr. Gabriel requesting that authority be granted to dispc3se of miscellaneous salvagable material in the hospital site and advertise for bids for removal of two houses, and the remaining homes in the area to be demolished as scion as all am vacated. Council Minutes - 12/28/65 -2- .rr It was moved by Councilman Corbin., seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote to authorize disposition as quickly as possible of salvagable miscellaneous material, demolition of homes not qualified for sale, and advertise for sale and removal of two homes in the hospital site area. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum -, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None .ORDINANCE NO. 292 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING SECTION 5101 OF THE DOWNEY MUNIC -IPAL CODE, WHICH SAID SECTION RELATES 'TO GARBAGE AND REFUSE COLLECTION ZONES The ordinance was.read by title only. It was .moved by Councilman Morton, 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. 292 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin,.Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton -, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING THERETO SECTION 3367, "WHICH SAID SECTION RELATES TO VERTICAL DRIVE - WAY CLEARANCES The ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote that the ordinance be introduced. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin., Dickerson, Dunnum-, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1651 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AWARDING CONTRACT TO IMPROVE PONERING ROAD (AD 41) IN THE CITY IN ACCORDANCE WITH RESOLUTION OF INTENTION NO. 1626 The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Corbin and so ordered that further reading be waived. .It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Morton and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1651 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1652 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DESIGNATING NORLAIN AVENUE AS A STOP STREET AT THE INTER- SECTION OF`LUBEC STREET 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. Council Minutes - 12/28/65 -3- 2Sd3 It was ;moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1652 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1653 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY MAKING APPLICATION FOR.THE DISSOLUTION OF THE DOWNEY RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT 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.. It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1653 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson,- Dunnum; Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1654 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY REQUESTING RENEWAL OF THE POUND SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES The resolution was read by titl-e only. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilmen 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. 1654 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1,655 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY GRANTING AN EASEMENT FOR UTILITY PURPOSES TO THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON COMPANY The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Dunnum andgassed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1655 be adopted. AYES; 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson,,Dunnum, Morton, Temple - NOES': 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1664 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ORDERING ANNEXATION OF 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 C) The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote that Resolution Noe 1664 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Council Minutes 12/28/65 -4- 2504 RESOLUTION NO. 1665 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ORDERING THE EXTENSION OF THE DOWNEY COUNTY LIGHTING DISTRICT The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Morton 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. 1665 be adopted. AYES.: 5 Councilmen: Corbin,.Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. WS -467 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 - #33949 - #34329 $120,897.92) (Payroll) The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. WS -467 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple RESOLUTION NO. WS -468 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 - #20234 - #20366 $68,737.69 The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered that further reading be waived. It was .moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. WS -468 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum,.Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Morton and passed by the following vote to approve plans and specifications and grant authority to advertise for bids for Select System Project No. 89, Unit #2, relocation of water facilities at the intersection of Everest Street and Woodruff Avenue. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote to approve plans and specifications and grant authority to advertise for bids for Cash Contract #SS -122, Unit #2, improvement of Paramount Boulevard in front of property located at 10014. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Council Minutes - 12/28/65 -5- 2505 It wqs moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote, after summation of bids, to award contract for Cash Contract #166, Third Street /Brookshire Avenue water main installation, to the lowest and best bidder, Rosecrans Construction Company, in the amount of the unit prices submitted in the bid proposal and reject all other bids. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None. It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and passed by the following vote to award contract to lowest and best bidder, Sare's Pipeline Construction Company, in the amount of the unit prices submitted in the bid proposal for Cash Contract #177, water main in Pomering Road, Stewart and Gray Road to Laura Street, and reject all other bids. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnutp, Morton, Temple 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 accept improvements completed under Cash Contract #168, improvement of Golden Avenue and parking the north end of Golden Park. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple 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 plans and specifications and grant authority to advertise for bids for final phase of beautification of center islands, Firestone Boulevard under Cash Contract #SS -138, pending receipt of permit and approval of cooperative agreement with the State Division of Highways. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and passed by the following vote to authorize paveouts under Select System Project #122 at 11543 Paramount Boulevard and 10225 Old River School Road, and authorize the following transfer of funds: AMOUNT $650.00 AYES: NOES: ABSENT: FROM ACCOUNT NO. TO ACCOUNT NO. Miscellaneous Unbudgeted 13788 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple 0 Councilmen: None 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and passed by the following vote to authorize Chapter 27 proceedings on Tweedy Lane between Coolgrove Drive and the Santa Ana Freeway under Downey Improvement Project #544. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin., Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: Nona ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and passed by the following vote to approve matching funds for sidewalk construction in the amount of $2,632 as shown below: Council Minutes - 12/28/65 -6- 2506 Matching Fund No. Address 'Estimated CitV Cost 151 8020 Adoree Street $ 62.00 152 9117 Priscilla Street 62.00 153 12828 Blodgett Avenue 62.0p 154 12805 Dunrobin Avenue 71.00 155 9611 Foster Road 100.00 156 9115 Foster Road 72.00 157 12846 Barlin Avenue 62.00 158 9727 Ratliffe Street 63.00 159 9723 Ratliffe Street 63.00 160 12926 Airpoint Avenue 75.00 161 13200 Blodgett Avenue 77.00 162 8122 DePalma Street 62.00 163 8128 DePalma Street 62.00 164 8227 DePalma Street 62.00 165 12933 Airpoint Avenue 75.00 166 13131 Adenmoor Avenue 72.00 167 9707 Ratliffe Street 66.00 168 13241 Verdura Avenue 81.00 169 13228 Dunrobin Avenue 66.00 170 12840 Adenmoor Avenue 69.00 171 13232 Verdura Avenue 77.00 172 12920 Airpoint Avenue 75.00 173 13229 Dunrobin Avenue 62.00 174 9345 Foster Road 62.00 175 13241 Blodgett Avenue 81.00 176 12944 Airpoint Avenue 75.00 177 13105 Dunrobin Avenue 62.00 178 13009 Faust Avenue 67.00 179 13213 Dunrobin Avenue 56.00 180 12246 Cornuta Avenue 70.00 181 8502 Devenir Street 250.00 182 12203 Dolan Avenue (Alameda Frontage) 145.00 183 9632 Belcher Street 166.00 $2632.00 AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple 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 authorize acquisition of right of way on Brookshire Avenue for Select System Project No. 105 as listed in the recommendation from the Director of Public Works dated December 21. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote to approve plan authorizing charges to properties on the west side of the newly constructed alley west of Lakewood Boulevard, south of Telegraph Road under Downey Improvement Project #527. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Morton and passed by the following vote to approve paveouts at 9732 Brookshire Avenue in exchange for right of way and the following transfer of funds: (Select System Project #122) Council Minutes - 12/28/65 -7- AMOUNT FROM ACCOUNT NO. TO ACCOUNT NO. $2,000 13801 13788 AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple 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 the modified contract for refuse pickup. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was ,moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote to approve Specification PW -72 for a four - wheel loader, authorize advertising for bids and the following transfer of funds: AMOUNT $5,000 FROM ACCOUNT NO. 3620 -3 TO ACCOUNT NO. 9 -621 -3 AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Councilman Dunnum left the Council Chamber. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by -the following vote to approve site improvements at various City of Downey Water Department properties in accordance with recommendations of the Water Boafd, and authorize preparation of plans and specifications as indicated in memorandum from Walter Wanke, Water Department Superintendent, dated December 21, 1965. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilman: Dunnum Councilman Dunnum returned to the Council Chamber. City Clerk Della Doyle explained the procedures under new legislation govern- ing municipal elections whereby it is permissive to require a deposit of candidates wishing to file a Qualification Statement, and Council action was requested to conform with ,this change in legislation. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote to authorize requirement of a $125.00 "deposit from candidates filing a Qualification Statement. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple 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 use of services of Martin and Chapman, Ltd., election suppliers, for the forthcoming municipal election, and to authorize con- solidation of the election precincts. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Council Minutes - 12/28/6'5 -8- It was ,moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote -to approve office equipment .replacement through purchase of a new electric automatic printing calculator,-and a movie screen which is used by all departments. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin., Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mayor Temple read a letter directed to Mr..Ervin Spindel from Mr..Ed Williamson relative to his retirement from the Downey Water Department as consultant. Council - men expressed their appreciation of his various services to the City, stating he is one of the most honorable men in the community; that the City was most fortunate to have had the advantages of Mr. Williamson's experience and knowledge at the time the City was forming the municipal water department. Councilman Dickerson stated it would be almost impossible for the City to ever find a man to double the efforts and fine service to the community of Mr. Ed Williamson. Mr. Spindel remarked his association with Mr. Williamson has been very rewarding and his services to the City and to the department are sincerely appreciated. Mr. Walter Wanke stated it had been a pleasure working with Mr. Williamson and he admires his fine record. The City Manager remarked that Mr. Williamson was very helpful in making appraisals of various water companies in the studies made by the City and he wished to commend him highly. Don Warren expressed that the cooperation from-Mr. Williamson through the years has been tremendous. Mayor Temple then presented a plaque from the City commending Mr. Williamson for his dedicated service to the community. Mr..Williamson remarked it was a great pleasure for him to receive the plaque; he appreciated working for the District the last 30 years and feels it has been the nicest part of his life. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and passed by the following vote to authorize Lee Leavitt, City Engineer to attend the Institute of Traffic and Transportation Engineering Conference in Berkeley, January 27 -29, 1966 with reasonable expenses allowed; and to authorize Mr. Ervin Spindel, Director of Public Works, to attend the Public Works Management Seminars at the University of California Tahoe Alumni Center from March 20 through March 25, with reasonable expenses allowed. AYffi: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None In- service promotions were announced by the City Manager: Mr. Weston Pringle to Associate Civil Engineer and Mr. Charles Eecelston to the position of Assistant Traffic Engineer, effective January 1, 1966; and Mr. Don Hallman to Principal Planner, Paul Moeller to Associate Planner on a six- months' probationary basis, effective January 1, 1966. It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and passed by the following vote,to authorize installation of curbside sidewalks on the east side of Western from Fifth Street to Florence Avenue. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None The City Manager praised the .Police Department and the Fire Department and City employees for their efforts in aiding the needy at Christmastime by filling of boxes for families by the Police Department and policemen's wives in lieu of exchanging Christmas cards through the department; and the Fire Department's aid in collecting toys for the U.S. Marine Corps "Toys for Tots" program. Council Minutes - 12/28/65 -9- 2509 The City Manager requested Council authority for transfer of funds for acquisition of :Parcel 6 of Margaret Courts. It was ,moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and passed by the .following vote to authorize the following transfer of funds.: AMOUNT $1,,000.00 FROM ACCOUNT NO. Unappropriated Reserves TO ACCOUNT NO. 13782 -B AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None The City Manager briefly reviewed the Sister City and Rose Float Association activities for the coming week and announced there would be a special press con - ference Friday morning at 9 :00 A.M. to present the Rose Float Queen and her entourage and Guadalajara guests. The City Manager requested December 29 and 30 as vacation days. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered that the City Ma-nager's vacation request be granted. A written report was distributed to Council for their study only relative to elevated water tank. The City Manager stated that from the bids received for its removal, it would appear that an additional $4,000 will be required. A request has been made, according to the Director of Public Works, that Council renew the contract with the County for street maintenance prior to June, 1966. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote to authorize renewal of the agreement between the City of Downey and the County of Los Angeles for street maintenance and prepara- tion of proper resolution. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT :' 0 Councilmen: None -The City- Manager siriter.ely commended 10 Council _for its continuing fine policies regarding good City government as another year approaches. Councilman Corbin wished to commend the Fire Department on its training manual. Councilman Dickerson commended all departments and staff anJ especially wished to commend the Department of Public Works on its work on the :storm drain project. Councilman Dunnum requested that, prior to the next Council meeting, if possible, a meeting be arranged with as many Council :members as could attend and Mrs. Wilma Bloom relative to a pedestrian crosswalk at the intersection of Everest Street and Woodruff Avenue which lev,ds to Woodruff junior High School, Councilman Morton stated that Councilman Corbin and he had attended the Christmas party at the Las Padrinas Juvenile Hall and had witnessed presentation of a special commendation to Mr. and Mrs. Wendell Wiser for their service_; to the Hall through the years.. Councilman Morton also wished to commend the Police Department for reso�...ring problems of juveniles before they go to the juvenile court, stating this work of the Police Department is sometimes overlooked and is the type work that is nit being done in some other cities. There being no further business to come before Counci the meeting was adjourned at/9 :35 A.M. KYLE Ci Clerk Council Minutes - 12/28/65 _10- SCOTT E. TEMPLE Mayor