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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-01-10-66-Regular Meeting25.0 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY JANUARY 10, 1966 The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 7:30 P.M., January 10, 1966, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, Mayor Scott E. Temple presiding. PRESENT: Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple ALRO PRESENT: Oren L. King, City Manager Royal M. Sorensen, City Attorney A. C. Gabriel, Director of Finance Sherman Griselle, Director of Planning Robert W. Gain, Fire Chief Ray Lake, Director of Building and Safety Lee Leavitt, City Engineer Ervin Spindel, Director of Public Works Walter�Wanke, Water Superintendent Ivan A. Robinson, Chief of Police Della Doyle, City Clerk Alberta Pfeiffer, Deputy City Clerk Reverend Wade Armstrong of the Trinity Baptist Church delivered the invocation. Fire Chief Robert W. Gain commended nurse Lottie Carroll from Rancho Los Amigos Hospital, crediting her with saving the life of one -of the patients who became involved in a fire, through her quick thinking. Mayor Temple presented nurse Carroll with a plaque of commendation. Mrs. Carroll thanked Council for the co*c- mendation and also the Fire Department for its instructions in the handling of just such type of emergency. Ervin Spindel, Director of Public Works, was called upon to participate in the presentation by the Mayor of certificates for completion of a course for Public. Works Construction Inspectors given at California State College in Los Angeles by the American Public Works Association. Certificates were presented to Robert Brace, William Solo, Fred Sanchez and William Huyck. Mayor Temple announced the time and place for the hearing on Planning Commission Resolution.No. 100 on residential parking and inquired if the City Clerk had the Affidavit of Publication. The City Clerk replied she had the affidavit and it was ordered received and filed. Mayor Temple asked if there were any written protests. The City Clerk replied there were none. Mr. Sherman Griselle, Director of Planning, gave a resume of the circumstances leading up to the Planning Commission's recommendation for requirement of two parking spaces for each residential unit. Speaking in favor of the Planning Commission Resolution No. 100 was Mr. Wendell Wiser, 11215 Woodruff Avenue, who requested that the ordinance amending the Downey Municipal Code to require the two parking spaces per each residential unit be adopted as an emergency ordinance. There being no further oral comments and no oral protests to the hearing, it was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and so ordered that the hearing be closed. Council Minutes - 1/10/66 -1- 251 The City Attorney amended the ordinance, changing section two to section #3, and added the following emergency clause as Section 2: That the City Council hereby finds, determines and declares that this ordinance is necessary for the preservation of the public peace, health, safety and general welfare and shall be adopted as an emergency ordinance to become effective immediately. A statement of the facts constituting the necessity for this ordinance being adopted as an emergency ordinance is as follows: There exists in the City of Downey a large number of properties adaptable to and subject to development with large multiple residential units: that further, there exists in the City of Downey a shortage of off-street parking facilities in the generally multiple residential areas; that the present off-street parking requirements for multiple residential units in particular, of 1'k to 1, is not sufficient to provide adequate off-street parking for the multiple dwelling units; that in the absence of adequate off-street parking, the public streets are overburdened with the parking of automobiles, thus hampering adequate traffic movement upon the streets and providing opportunity for misdemeanor activities and felony activities relating to car thefts and the like; that there now are on file with the City and there are proposed to be placed on file with the City within the near future, many plans for approval relative to the development of multiple family dwelling units and that unless this ordinance becomes effective immediately to require two parking spaces for each dwelling unit: the present on -street parking problems will be multiplied and the problems created thereby will be greatly enhanced. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote to adopt the emergency clause as stated above by the City Attorney. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None ORDINANCE NO. 293 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING SECTIONS 9114.8, 9115.8, 9116.8 AND 9127.1 OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE WHICH SAID SECTIONS RELATE TO OFF-STREET PARKING (PLANNING RESOLUTION NO. 100) The ordinance as amended was read in full by the City Clerk. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Morton and passed by the following vote that Ordinance No. 293 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None The following policy was stated by the City Attorney for consideration by the City Council. WHEREAS, the City Council has adopted as an emergency ordinance, Ordinance No. 293, to be effective immediately, and which said ordinance requires that all multiple dwelling units and all other units with the. City except certain hotels, rooming houses and clubs and motels, provide two parking spaces for each individual dwelling unit; and WHEREAS, there are on file with the City of Downey, a number of plans for development of multiple family dwelling units providing for 1k parking spaces to each dwelling unit, in accordance with the previously existing zoning code requirements; and Council Minutes - 1/tO/66 -2- 2512 WHEREAS, the City finds that those persons who have acquired a vested right to construct under the old ordinance may do so without giving effect to the pro- visions of said Ordinance No. 293; NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DOES RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS: That the Building Department, Zoning Department and the other Administrative officials of the City give full and fair consideration to what may constitute a vested right entitling a person to construct a multiple dwelling unit or other unit providing for 1k parking spaces per dwelling unit; that it is suggested they be considered as having established a vested right; that there be filed with the Building Department of the City of Downey prior to January ll, 1966, sufficient and adequate plans complying with the Building Code and Zoning Code requirements of the City; that such plans be approved in substantially the form submitted; that a building permit be issued not later than February 10, 1966; that the work be commenced under such a building permit not later than 45 days from the date of issuance and in no event later than March 25, 1966. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote to adopt the above policy as stated by the City Attorney. 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 Morton and so ordered that a traffic study be initiated studying the limiting of parking in critical areas in the City, to start with a study of Downey Avenue south of Stewart and Gray Road. Mayor Temple announced the hearing on the confirmation of assessments for Margaret Street, Assessment District No. 40 and inquired if the Affidavits of posting, publication and mailing were received. The City Clerk replied she had the affidavits. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Corbin and so ordered that the Affidavits of posting, publication and mailing be received and filed. Mayor Temple asked if there were any written protests. The City Clerk replied there were no written protests. Ervin Spindel, Director of Public Works, reported on the assessments to be established for Margaret Street, AD #40. There being no written and no oral comments or protests, it was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered that the hearing on the confirmation of assessments for Margaret Street, AD ,140 be closed. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded.by Councilman Dunnum and passed by the following vote to authorize the following transfer of funds relative to AD #40, Margaret Street: AMOUNT $7,416.09 2,300.00 514.44 AYES: 5 NOES: 0 ABSENT: 0 FROM ACCOUNT NO. 1380.- _ 26Q03 17-74 TO ACCOUNT NO. 14424 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple Councilmen: None Councilmen: None Council Minutes - 1/10/66 -3- 2513 RESOLUTION NO. 1666 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENT FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF MARGARET STREET (AD NO. 40) 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. 1666'abe adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mayor Temple announced the hearing to be held on Downey Improvement Project #534, Cherokee Drive, under Chapter 27, and inquired if the proper notices had been sent. It was reported the notices were sent. Mayor Temple asked if any written protests had been received. The City Clerk replied there were none. Speaking against the improvements in DIP #534 were: Tweedy Nash, 8327 Cherokee Drive Charles Miller, 10456 Downey Avenue In his protest, Mr. Nash also reported a drainage problem. Councilman Morton recommended that a field trip be set up by the City Manager to view the area reported by Mr. Nash to have a drainage problem. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Morton and passed by the following vote, inasmuch as the right of way was dedicated on 8327 Cherokee Drive and 10456 -Dawney Avenue ., to approve the City's doing the paveout on the street and approve matching funds for the sidewalks; and that DIP #534 be so modified. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mayor Temple announced the public hearing to be held on Downey Improvement Project #542 and asked if the proper notices had been sent. It was reported they had. Mayor Temple inquired if there were any written protests received and City Clerk Della Doyle replied there were none. The City Clerk reported receipt of a letter containing 24 names requesting installation of sidewalks in DIP #542. Ordered received and filed. Mr. Moore asked that further consideration be given to the parking problem at his property which would result from this improvement. A field trip was suggested by Councilman Morton to establish the width of sidewalks required. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered that the hearing on DIP #542 (Parmount Boulevard and Imperial Highway) be continued to 8:00 A.M., January 25, 1966, in the Council Chamber of the Downe} City Hall. Mr. C. Froelich, 12542 Paramount Boulevard, requested that the sidewalks be 10' in width to conform with the existing sidewalks in the area. He was advised to return to the continued hearing set for January 25. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered that the minutes of the Council Meeting of December 28, 1965, be approved as corrected. Council Minutes - 1/10/66 -4- 2514 The City Clerk reviewed the following correspondence: A letter of commendation to the Fire Department from John D. Abbey, M.D. was ordered filed. Letter of commendation to the Police Department from Jordan M. Phillips was ordered filed. Letter of resignation from L. H. Paul from the Police Committee was reported received. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Morton and so ordered that the resignation from the Police Committee of L. H. Paul be accepted with a letter of commendation send to him and preparation of plaque ordered for presentation to Mr. Paul. A request for hearing on the revocation of an entertainment permit was received from Gunderson, Golden & DeWeese on behalf of the Wa-Tootsie Tavern. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered that the request be taken under submission until an entertainment permit is applied for. Quarterly report from the Downey Civic Chorus was ordered filed. A letter proposing the appointment of a member to serve on the Home Rule Committee of the League of California Cities was reported received. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so paste e?d that Council- man Morton be approved as member to the Home Rule Committee, and that Councilman Temple be approved as member to the Sister City Committee of the League of California Cities, with reasonable expenses allowed to attend meetings of these committees. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Statement from Diehl -Evans, auditors for the City, as requested by Council, was ordered received and filed. Chamber of Commerce monthly report ordered received and filed Letter from the Vice President advising that various government publication were being sent the City of Downey. ORDINANCE NO. 294 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 DRIVEWAY CLEARANCES The ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Dickerscn, seconded by Councilman Corbin and so ordered that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and passed by the following vote that Ordinance No. 294 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 A CHAPTER 3 OF ARTICLE VII OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE BY RE- NUMBERING CERTAIN SECTIONS THEREOF TO READ SECTIONS 7400 THROUGH 7406 AND ADDING CHAPTER IV TO ARTICLE VII OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE, WHICH SAID SECTIONS RELATE TO THE VACATION OF OF PUBLIC EASEMENTS The ordinance was read by title only. Council Minutes - 1/10/66 -5- 2515 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 the ordinance be introduced. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1667 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ACKNOWLEDGE QUITCLAIM DEED FOR EASEMENT LYING WITHIN TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 25995 (GOLDEN PARK) The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, -seconded by Councilman Morton 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. 1667 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickgrson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1668 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT PROVIDING FOR WORK TO BE ACCOMPLISHED ON A.STATE HIGHWAY UNDER TERMS OF THE DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS ENCROACHMENT PERMIT 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 Morton, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1668 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1669 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ACCEPTING A GRANT DEED AND DIRECTING THE RECORDATION THEREOF 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. 1669 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Council Minutes - 1/10/66 -6- 2516 RESOLUTION NO. WS -469 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 (#34330 - #38620 $111,582.15) (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 -469 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. WS -470 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ALLOWING CERTAIN C AIMS AND DEMANDS AND SPECIFYING THE FUNDS OUT OF WHICH THE SAME ARE TO BE PAID (#20367 - #20497 $123,840.32) 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 -470 be adopted. AYES: NOES: 5 0 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple Councilmen: None ' ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote to approve plans and specifications and authorize advertising for bids for Cash Contract No. 172, Firestone Boulevard sewers westerly of Old River School Road. AYES: NOES: 5 0 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickersun and passed by the following vote to authorize improvements in exchange for right of way on Rives Avenue, Select.System Project #115, and the following transfer of funds: AMT_FROM ACCOUNT NO, TO ACCOUNT NO. $4,000.00 13801 13788 AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was recommended that the City Council authorize an appropriation from gas tax funds for the cost of curb and gutter on Century Boulevard, which was installed uqder Assessment District #73, Bixler Avenue, which complies with the policy of'installing curb and gutter in right-of-way acquired on streets of major importance. The City Attorney asked if the assessments had not al- ready been confirmed and stated, if so, a question was raised in his mind as to the legality of the City's participating after the assessments had been confirmed. Council Minutes — 1/10/66 -7- 251'7 It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Corbin and so ordered that the matter of an appropriation from the City to AD #73, Bixler Avenue, be taken under submission until the next Council Meeting. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote to authorize attendance of the Planning Director, Sherman Griselle, to the Annual Conference in Fresno, February 9-12, 1966, and any councilmen who can attend, with reasonable expenses allowed. (Calif.Chapter of the American Institute of Planners) 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 Morton and passed by the following vote to authorize the City Manager and any member of the City Council to attend the workshop c6nference for City Managers at the Edgewater Inn Hotel in Long Beach, January 27 and 28, 1966, with reasonable expenses allowed. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None The City Manager reviewed the minutes of the City Park Commission and recommen- dation made by them. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and so ordered to approve use of the Guadalajara Room in the City Hall as temporary office for the Park Superintendent. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote to authorize proceeding with Phase #2 of the Golden Park improvement in the estimated amount of $28,941.00, which eliminates $13,000 for patio cover, and the following transfer of funds: ANOUNT FROM ACCOUNT NO. TO ACCOUNT NO. $28,941.00 13801 13797 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 approve Katherine Holtzclaw as temporary secretary to the Park Superintendent in addition to her Civil Defense secretarial duties. AYES: NOES: 5 0 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None The City Manager reviewed bids for an automobile for the Park Superintendent, recommending the middle bid of $2,348.77 for a Fairlane Sedan; however, Councilman Morton moved, it was seconded by Councilman Dunnum to take this under submission to check the possibility of use of other City vehicles which might be available and approve standard allowance for the interim. AYES: NOES: 5 0 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mr. J. A. Johnson, Chairman. of the Park Commission, 7627 Fontana Street, stated as newly elected chairman he could report the Commission is still formu- lating plans and are very interested in parks and recreation and in doing a good job for the City. The Commission is hopeful that they can come up with a long-range plan that will insure adequate coverage of all ranges of citizenry Council Minutes - 1/10/66 -8- 2518 in the City of Downey to participate in such a recreation program. He appreci- ates the opportunity, he stated, to serve the City of Downey and knows the Commission is going to enjoy working on the parks and recreation, program. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote to approve payment of the invoice from funds of the Hospital Account in the amount of $12,178.53, covering architectural and engineering services of A. C. Martin and Associates for the municipal hospital. 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 Dickerson and passed by the following vote that the request of Mr. Gene Searles to change the business license ordinance pertaining to stamp vending machines and to waive delinquent fees, be denied. 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 Dickerson and passed by the following vote to authorize the attendance by Fire Chief Robert W. Gain to the First Fire Chiefs' Management Seminar to be held at the U.S.C. Civic Center Campus each Wednesday from 2:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. from March 2 to May 25, 1966, with reasonable expenses allowed. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Police Chief Robinson reported he has been appointed to the Law Enforcement Problems Committee of the League of California Cities which would entail one major meeting per year, which is paid by the League; and approval was requested that he attend that meeting. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and passed by the following vote to approve attendance by Chief Ivan A. Robinson to the Law Enforcement Problems Committee meeting in 1966. 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 attendance by Police Chief Ivan A. Robinson, February 10, 11 and 12 to the Peace Officers Meeting in San Francisco. 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 Dunnum and passed by the following vote to approve attendance by Police Chief Ivan A. Robinson to the Northwest University of the southwestern area Re-training Traffic Meeting in San Diego February 17, 18 and 19. 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 street and sidewalk improvements at the hospital site as outlined in Item #8 of the City Manager's Report. Council Minutes - 1/10/66 -9- 2519 It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote to authorize the Mayor and the City Manager to enter into escrow for the sale of the Stewart and Gray property, acceptance of property at the close of escrow, and that appraisal of the property be made by Mr. Les Barnwell with the listing of the property for sale to be for an amount not less than the maximum appraisal. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None The City Manager requested authority for printing and distribution of an annual report at an approximate cost of $2700. The report would be mailed to all registered voters within the City. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and passed by the following vote to authorize proceeding with proofs for printing of an Annual Report to be printed on 8k x 14 paper by City equipment. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Councilman Morton commended the Fire Department and the Department of Public Works for their quick action in response to an urgent call for assistance by a citizen during the heavy rains. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum that approval be granted for the installa- tion of a traffic signal at the intersection of Woodruff Avenue and Everest Street, at an estimated cost of $11,000.00. Mrs. Cora Rowe, 9435 Borson, thanked Council for its action taken toward the installation of the traffic signal which she had requested some time ago; also, fhe removal of the pump in the area was requested as soon as possible. Mrs. Rowe was informed by the Director of Public Works that the latter item is being worked on at the present time. Councilman Dunnum's motion was seconded by Councilman Morton, who wished to add that the appropriation be made for the signal from gas tax funds. 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 Morton and passed by the following vote that the following committee appointments be approve for the City Beautification Committee: Councilman Dunnum: Mrs. Vernon Frazier, 8619 Springer Street Councilman Morton: Mrs. Ethel Pickard, 8344 E. Florence Avenue Councilman Dickerson: Mr. D. S. Riggs, 9424 Tweedy Lane AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Councilman Dunnum requested that a study be made of the right turn bay south on Brookshire Avenue onto Stewart and Gray Rodd. Councilman Corbin submitted a brief report on the last League meeting which he had attended, advising he would submit copies of certain items to the other council -- members. Mayor Temple requested the City Manager to set up a night meeting for the purpose of interviewing park board applicants to fill by February 2, an existing vacancy. Council Minutes - 1/10/66 -10- 2520 It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote to authorize the Chairman of the. Youth Advisory Committee to attend the Governor's Conference on Youth, February 8-10 in Long Beach, with necessary and reasonable expenses and also any councilman who could attend, as well as`the Deputy Chief of Police because Council has asked the Police Department to be the supervisory agency for the Youth Committee and also because of all the work being done with the youth at the schools. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None There being no further business to come before Co il, the meeting was a urned at 10:20 P.M. 5 DEL DOYLE SCOTT E. TEMPLE City Clerk Mayor Council Minutes - 1/10/66 -11-