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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-04-11-66-Regular Meeting25'76 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APRIL 11, 1966 Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 7:30 P.M., The City or Scott E. Temple April 11, 1966, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, May presiding. PRESENT: Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple ALSO PRESENT: Oren L. King, City Manager Royal M. Sorensen, City Attorney Sherman Griselle, Director of Planning A. C. Gabriel, Director of Finance Ervin Spindel, Director of Public Works Lee Leavitt, City Engineer James Ruth, Superintendent of Parks and Recreation Ray Lake, Director of Building and Safety Robert W. Gain, Fire Chief Walter Wanke, Superintendent of Water Ivan A. Robinson, Chief of Police Della Doyle, City Clerk Alberta Pfeiffer, Deputy City Clerk Councilman Thomas H. Morton delivered the invocation. A resolution adopted by the Junior Chamber of Commerce advocating the dissolution of the Downey Recreation and Park District was presented to Mayor Temple by Brian Brandmeyer. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed -- by the following vote that the resolution be received and filed. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Cgrbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mario Bernali from the Guadalajara California Soccer League of East Los Angeles extended an invitation to Mayor and Council to attend a game scheduled for Sunday, April 17. Mayor Temple announced the continuation of the hearing on AD #106, Meadow Road and inquired if there were any further protests, written or oral. The City Clerk replied there were no further written protests and there were no oral comments or protests. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Corbin and so ordered that the hearing be closed. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote to overrule all protests concerning AD #106, Meadow Road. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1709 I' A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ORDERING WORK TO BE DONE ON MEADOW ROAD IN ACCORDANCE WITH RESOLUTION OF INTENTION NO. 1686 (AD 106) 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 Minutes - 4/11/66 -1- 2577 It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1709 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Dunnum's In reply to Councilwoman/ inquiry, Mr. Spindel, Director of Public Works stated that the work can commence in two months on this project. RESOLUTION NO. 1710 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DETERMINING THAT LIQUIDATED DAMAGES SHALL BE PAID 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. 1710 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mayor Temple announced the hearing on Stamps Avenue, AD #82. The City Clerk reported that due to an error in publication, it would be necessary to continue ; the hearing. The City Attorney advised the hearing may be opened as Resolution No. 1695 determining the necessity of doing the work and waiving the Debt Limit Act was proper. Mayor inquired if the City Clerk had the affidavits of publication, mailing and posting. The City Clerk replied she had the affidavits. The Mayor then asked if there were any written protests received. There were none. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote to continue the hearing on determining the necessity for Assessment District #82, Stamps Avenue to 7:30 P.M., May 9, 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 RESOLUTION NO. 1711 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO IMPROVE STAMPS AVENUE AND OTHER STREETS AND RIGHTS OF WAY IN THE CITY OF DOWNEY, DETERMINING THAT BONDS SHALL BE ISSUED TO REPRESENT THE COST THEREFOR, DECLARING THE WORK TO BE OF MORE THAN LOCAL OR ORDINARY PUBLIC BENEFIT, AND THAT THE EXPENSE THEREOF SHALL BE ASSESSED UPON A DISTRICT (AD #82) The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered that futther reading be waived. Council Meeting - 4/11/66 -2- 25'78 It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1711 be adopted, setting hearing for 7:30 P.M., May 9, 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 RESOLUTION NO. 1712 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DETERMINING THAT LIQUIDATING DAMAGES SHALL BE PAID 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. 1712 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mayor Temple announced the hearing on the vacation of the alley north of Fifth Street between Paramount Boulevard and Parrot Street and asked if the City Clerk had the affidavits of posting and publication. The City Clerk replied she had the affidavits 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 be closed. RESOLUTION NO. 1713 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ORDERING VACATION OF ALLEY BETWEEN PARAMOUNT BOULEVARD AND PARROT AVENUE NORTH OF FIFTH STREET AS SHOWN ON TRACT MAP NO. 20206, RECORDED IN BOOK 659, PAGE 23 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS 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. 1713 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None The Mayor announced the hearing on Downey Improvement Project #525, Imperial Highway, and asked the City Clerk if proper notification had been given the property owners. The City Clerk replied there had been proper notice. Mr. Spindel reviewed the improvements to be included in the assessments. Mayor Temple asked if there were any written protests. The City Clerk reported there were protests from the following: Walter G. Kreuter, 8639 Imperial Highway Edward DiLoreto, 8605 Imperial Highway (requested matching funds) Council Minutes - 4/11/66 -3- n 2579 The Mayor then asked for oral comments or protests. First to protest was Charles Connor, 8339 E. Imperial Highway, who was interrupted by the Mayor at 8:00 P.M. in order to consider bids on the Stewart and Gray Hospital Site property. There was one bid received, from William W. Taylor, with accompanying check in the amount of $1,000. Total bid was for $740,000.00 for entire parcel. Stipulation was made to deposit another $9,000 upon entering into escrow with various conditions, as set forth as follows: A. The approval of the City of Downey of a zone change to the zone required for a "Planned -Unit Development with a Homes Association." B. Certificate of Insurability from the Federal Housing Administration under the existing Title X section for the purchase and development of Urban land. C. Certificate of Insurability from the Federal Housing Administration under the existing Section 203-B of the Housing Act for a Planned Unit Development. D. The Three above mentioned conditions will be obtained by me and I shall bear all costs connected with obtaining them. E. The period of time for the escrow or the purchase option agreement shall be limited to 270 days, however, I do agree to pursue the matter with diligence in an effort to close the matter in less time. The bidder agreed to leave $1,000 deposit with the City for fourteen days. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Morton and so ordered that the bid be referred to the City Attorney and Finance Director for report. Further oral protests at this time on DIP #525 were made by the following: Walter G. Kreuter, 8639 Imperial Highway. Speaking in favor of the improvements was Mr. Earl Mouton, property owner of 8345 Imperial Highway. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered that the hearing on DIP #525 be closed. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and passed by the following vote to approve request of Mr. DiLoreto as contained in his letter dated April 9, 1966, allowing matching funds for sidewalks due to the fact that the property had changed owners since the project was begun. 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 all other protests be overruled. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1714 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENTS FOR CHAPTER 27 PROCEEDINGS FOR DOWNEY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 525, IMPERIAL HIGHWAY The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and so ordered that further reading be waived. Council Minutps - 4/11/66 -4- It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1714 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mayor Temple announced that the hearing on DIP #529, Florence Avenue was now open. Proper no had been given, according to the City Clerk. Mr. Spindel gave a resume of the improvements proposed. There were no written and no oral comments or protests. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered that the hearing be closed. RESOLUTION NO. 1715 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENTS FOR CHAPTER 27 PROCEEDINGS FOR DOWNEY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 529, FLORENCE AVENUE 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. 1715 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None City Attorney Sorensen reported on the bid upon the Stewart and Gray property and suggested that it be taken under submission for 2 weeks, reserving the right to reject or waive any irregularities or nor. -compliance with the call for bids, or review the bid in its entirety. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote that the bid from William W. Taylor be taken under submission for 15 days. 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 so ordered that the minutes of March 22, 1966, be approved as written. The City Clerk presented the following correspondence: Letter from Mary R. Stauffer, M.D. relative to the name of the new hospital. Ordered received and filed. Letter from the Beverly Hills Sister City Assn., Inc. and the Van Nuys Sister City Committee in appreciation of services of Al Lopez and congratulations. Ordered received and filed. Financial report and budget request from the Downey Symphonic Society which was referred for budget study. Letter from the Downey City Youth Band relative to their participation in the 1967 Tournament of Roses Parade. Received and filed. March report from the Downey Chamber of Commerce. Received and filed. Letter of commendation on the Lakewood Boulevard center divider landscaping -from the City of Pico Rivera was ordered received and filed. Report from Junior Chamber of Commerce Presidlent, Paul Thomas Hodiak, was ordered received and filed. Council Minutes - 4/11/66 -5- 2581 A letter from the Downey Unified School District authorizing the Superintendent to proceed with a staff study relative to the need for a Joint Powers Agreement with the City of Downey on the. use of recreation and park facilities. Letter was ordered received and filed with Councilman Morton stating for the record that this was to be strictly a feasibility study. A proposed insert for water bills sent in April relative to the Park District dissolution which is to be Proposition G on the June 7 Primary ballot was approved by Council, after approval of City Attorney Sorensen upon his examination of the form. Letter from Assemblyman Carley V. Porter relative to freeways constructed through a City was ordered received and filed. RESOLUTION N0. 1716 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY COMMENDING THE SOUTHEAST NEWS, ITS EDITOR-PUBLISHER AND EMPLOYEES The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Corbin 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. 1716 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mayor Temple reported receipt of a letter from the H#storical Society requesting expenditure of funds of $150 for a tape recorder and tapes and $100 for a.filing_ cabinet, for which funds have been budgeted. A request was made for next year.for. ^ financial assistance up to $600 and was referred for budget study. The Mayor reported that the Downey Live Wires from 1924 to the present are being bound by Mr. Weiss, former owner, and they are to be presented to the City.. RESOLUTION NO. 1717 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY THAT APPLICATION BE MADE TO THE STATE BOARD OF PUBLIC HEALTH FOR OPERATION OF EXISTING WATER SYSTEM, AND TO MAKE ALTERATIONS OR ADDITIONS TO SYSTEM The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1717 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1718 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY r MODIFYING THE SELECT SYSTEM OF STREETS BY CERTAIN ADDITIONS, DELETIONS AND CHANGES The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered that further reading be waived. Council Minutes - 4/11/66 a6- 2582 It was moved by Councilman Corbin, secondedby718 b Councilman Dickerson and .passed by the following vote that Resolution AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1719 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY _ ADOPTING A PROFILE AND IMPROT" PLA W AM SPS+CIgICA2'I4 FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF DOWNEY PROJECTS NUMBER$ 615 AND 3102, AND PARAMOUNT PROJECT NO. 725, UNIT 1, LINE B, 1964 STORM DRAIN BOND ISSUE, IN THE CITIES OF DOWNEY AND PARAMOUNT, CALIFORNIA (BELLFLOWER BOULEVARD, ET AL.) The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Corbin 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. 1719 be adopted.. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Mortaa,..Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1720 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING A COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT PROVIDING FOR WORK TO BE ACCOMPLISHED ON A.STATE HIGHWAY UNDER THE -TERMS OF DIVISION OF HIGHWAY ENCROACHMENT 'PERMITS AS THEY ARE ^ ISSUED FOR FIRESTONE BOULEVARD AND LAKEWOOD BOULEVARD THROUGH THE CITY OF DOWNEY 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 and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1720 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1721 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO SET ASIDE FOR STREET PURPOSES A PORTION OF LOTS 35 AND 36 OF TRACT NO. 27769 PER MAP RECORDED IN BQOK 701, PAGES 33 AND 34 OF MAPS IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, 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. �-• It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Morton and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 172.1 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None The City Clerk reported receipt of a petition in protest to removal of the barricades at Alameda Street and Lakewood Boulevard, with 22 signatures representing approximately 15 properties; a letter from the Alameda P.T.A. protesting removal of the barrier. The following persons spoke in protest to the removal of such barrier and installation of a traffic signal: Council Minutes --4/11/66 -7- 2583 Steve Triejo, 8714 Alameda 30&ft&xQ3wddd= Mrs. Eva Nelson, 8702 Alameda Clayton Dyrr, 8525 Alameda John Franklin, 8713 Alameda Wesley Smith, 8202 Alameda Carl Graun, Business Manager, Downey Unified School District, 11627 Brookshire Avenue Camille Molyneux, 8612 Boyson St. Mrs. George Harrington, 8624 Melva, President, Alameda P.T.A. Speaking in favor: Ford,Dickerhoff, 9248 Cecilia Speaking in Favor: Harold Proven, 9767 Downey -Sanford Bridge Road presented a plot plan for development of the area on Lakewood Boulevard near Alameda Street Mr. Spindel outlined the plans for the location in question. Both Fire and Police Chiefs recommended installation of the traffic signal at the intersection of Alameda Street and Lakewood Boulevard and the opening of Alameda Street which both felt would result in improvement in services rendered by their re- spective departments. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Dickerson that the traffic signal at the intersection of Lakewood Boulevard and Alameda Street be approved and the opening of Alameda Street with the following three conditions being in existence prior to or at the time the signal is activated: 1. That a pedestrian pushbutton type control be installed at Patton Road and Alameda Street similar to the one on Imperial for Imperial School. 2. That a regular 3 -light type signal be installed at Brookshire Avenue and Alameda Street. 3. That sidewalks be installed along both sides of Alameda Street from Lakewood Boulevard to Piramdunt Boulevard and all sidewalks should be .-� under the matching funds program where the property owner would be able to be granted matching funds from the City. After discussion, Councilman Dunnum stated her motion intended that the traffic flow will not change until these three conditions are met. Mayor called for the vote on the motion: AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1722 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE STATE DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS AND THE CITY OF DOWNEY FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A TRAFFIC SIGNAL AT THE INTERSECTION OF ALAMEDA STREET AND LAKEWOOD BOULEVARD 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 the resolution be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple ^' NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mr. Earl Proven, 9767 Downey Sanford -Bridge Road, stated that he will donate the cost of the sidewalks for the property owners in the area in question leading to the Alameda School. Council Minutes - 4/11/66 -8- 2584 RESOLUTION NO. 1723 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO VACATE KOOPMAN AVENUE SOUTHERLY FROM PHLOX STREET, AS SHOWN ON MAP OF TRACT NO. 12085, RECORDED IN BOOK 226, PAGES 22 AND 23 OF MAPS IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY 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. 1723 be adopted setting hearing for 7:30 P.M., May 9, 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 Mayor Temple declared a recess with Council reconvening at 10:00 P.M. with roll call: PRESENT: Councilmen: Dickerson, Dunnum, Mortar, Temple ABSENT: Councilmen: Corbin RESGL TION NO. WS -480 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 (Payroll: #38770 - #39159 $115,055.83 AND #39160 - #39547 $113,033.78) 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 Dunnum and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. WS -480 be adopted. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilman: Corbin RESOLUTION NO. WS -481 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 (#21249 - #21403 $256,597.95) The resolution was read by title only. Councilman Corbin returned to the Council Chamber at 10:05 P.M. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. WS -481 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 Dickerson and passed by the following vote to authorize the following transfer of funds: $195,640.98 From General Fund -Unappropriated Reserve to Hospital Fund No. 15 AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Council Minutes - 4/11/66 -9- 2585 It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote to authorize the following transfer of funds: $14,800 From General Fund Unappropriated Reserve To Accouat-.No. 13782B Margaret Court Parking AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None After summation of bids for Cash Contract #SS -140, Rives Avenue and Imperial Highway, it was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote to award the bid to the lowest and best bidder, Silveri Construction Company in the amount of the unit prices submitted in the bid proposal, and authorize an additional appropriation of $1,030 for the project. 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 accept the low bid of $3,661.80 on the Peerless Pump, replacement of the water pump at the Well Site #1 and reject all other bids. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mr. Spindel reported that the property owners on Everest Street, between Brookshire Avenue and Birchdale Avenue, had requestedmatching funds for curbside sidewalks at the regular Council Meeting held March 22nd at which time the matter was held under submission. The Director of Public Works and Planning Department recommended that matching funds should not be authorized for curbside sidewalks in a residential area. Councilman Corbin stated the request should be denied for matching funds unless standard sidewalks are installed. Robert F. Durkee, 8563 Everest Street, reminded Council that curbside sidewalks had previously been approved and stated that he is willing to deed right of way to install 4' sidewalks around the corner at Everest and Birchdale Streets. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Morton and passed by the following vote, with Councilman Morton qualifying his motion with the statement that he is not in accordance with curbside sidewalks in areas such as Phlox --that deviations should be few and far between, but based upon prior action and motion, matching funds be approved for the property owners on Everest Street listed below: MF NO. ADDRESS 243 8525 Everest Street 244 8535 245 8537 246 8543 247 8549 248 8555 AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None ESTIMATED CITY COST $ 84 84 84 84 84 84 $504 Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote that matching funds be granted for 2' of sidewalk around the corner from Everest to Birchdale Street in view of the fact that the sidewalk cannot be extended past the point where Mr. Durkee has installed a 2' sidewalk. Council Minutes - 4/11/66 -10- 2586 It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote to receive the report of the Planning Commission on Zone Exception #639 and uphold action of the City Council. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mr. Robert Armstrong, attorney for the Lancer Lounge, 716 Pacific, reported results of an investigation for cushioning bandstand which had been requested by Councilman Dunnum. A motion was made by Councilwoman Dunnum that live entertainment permit be granted the Lancer Lounge for this year on three conditions: 1. Week ends only. 2. No musical amplification except vocal. 3. Automatic door closer be attached to the back door to keep it closed at all times. Clifford D. Moore, 8328 Albia Street, property owner who had complainted of the noise from the Lancer Lounge, wished to make further protest. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered that the hearing be reopened. After Mr. Moore's comments in protest, the attorney for the Lancer Lounge gave his rebuttal. It was then moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Corbin and so ordered that the hearing be closed. Councilman Dunnum requested Chief Ivan Robinson of the Police Department to read the report of Detective George Snyder. Councilman Corbin stated he would second Mrs. Dunnum's motion if, as part of the conditions, there would be no amplification or microphones. Councilman Dunnum amended her motion to include no amplification of any kind. Mayor Temple called for the vote on the motion as amended. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mr. King outlined plans for enlargement and remodeling the City Hall which include additional facilities for the Police Department and City Hall Maintenance quarters.. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote to authorize preparation of plans and specifications prepara- tory to calling for bids on the police wing. AYEA: 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 �--1 by the following vote to award bid for purchase of playground equipment for Golden Park to Jamison Manufacturing Company in amount of $4,231 on the basis of taking advantage of the discount payment 30 days with deduction of $86. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Council Minutes - 4/11/66 -11- 258' Councilman Morton suggested that the City Council consider meeting with the Police and Fire Committees and consider appointment immediately in order that the Police Committee can be established to assist in a review of the budget requests, designating someone as temporary chairman. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered that Harold Cummins be designated as temporary chairman of the Police Committee. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Morton and passed by the following vote that there be a formal policy adopted that all members of the citizens committees be residents of the City of Downey, and that this policy should apply for all committees and commissions. 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 so ordered that no councilman other than District 5 shall appoint anyone in any district other than his own specific district. Councilman Morton recommended that the manner of appointing the Parking Place Commissioners be reviewed. Mr. King stated that the ordinance by which the Parking Place Commissioners were appointed will be reviewed, as well as all other boards and commissions, to determine if they are appointed on a district basis and report the results at the next Council Meeting. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote to authorize advertising for the installation of main extensions on Rives Avenue between Seventh and Eighth Streets and on Firestone Boulevard at the intersection of Paramount Boulevard, and the following transfer of funds: $9,000 From Account No. 86002 To Account No. 86025 AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Dickerson, Dunnum, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None The City Manager reported that in relation to the construction of the heliport site, L.A. Airways has requested the deletion of a portion of their agreement with the City. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Morton and passed by the following vote that the agreement between the City of Downey and L.A. Airways remain as written. 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 so ordered to authorize preparation of plans and specifications by Williamson & Morris for Hardcourt and Play Areas for Golden Park. Mr. Spindel reporte8 that informal bids are to be received April 15 for grading of the heliport site and that the results will be reported to Council. Approval by Council was requested for Mr. and Mrs. Sheldon G. Trenery to receive current rentals of peroperty on Brookshire Avenue for future hospital occupancy for the month of April, including those extending into May, but not beyond May 15, 1964 at the following rates: Council Minutes - 4/11/66 -12- LOCATION & OCCUPANT 11504 S. Brookshire Ave. Trenery Cabinet Co:, Inc. 11506 S. Brookshire Ave. Gordon's Electric Co. 11512 S. Brookshire Ave. Wilson Washers 11516 S. Brookshire Laister Sail Plane Assoc. AMOUNT DUE $450.00 125.00 50.00 85.00 DUE DATE Paid intil May 1, 1966 Paid until May 15, 1966 Paid until May 1, 1966 Paid until May 7, 1966 It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote to approve receipt by the Trenerys of current rentals as set forth above. 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 so ordered to authorize notification to renters by letter from City Attorney, in substance as contained in letter proposed by the City Manager. Chief Robinson wished clarification of the term "week end" for hours of operation under live entertainment permit for the Lancer Lounge and it was interpreted to mean Friday, Saturday, and Sunday until 12:00 o'clock. Councilman Morton requested an investigation of fly abatement in his district, particularly in the farming area, as well as the Rockview Dairy, and of weed abatement at the Rio San Gabriel area, of property which may have been sold by the school district. Also, it was requested by him that there be a review of the closing of the service road at Songfest and Telegraph Road. Councilman Morton gave a detailed report on the recent meeting in Washington, D.C. Councilman Corbin requested investigation of the street conditions at Marbel and Alameda Streets. Mr. Spindel, upon inquiry, stated that the widening of Brookshire Avenue at Eucalyptus is tentatively set to start in August 1966. After making several announcements, Mayot Temple declared the meeting adjourned at 11:35 P.M. in the memory of Mrs. Fannie iss and Mrs Edward R. Maginn. DELLA DOYLE SCOTT E. TEMPLE City Clerk Mayor Council Minutes — 4/11/66 -13-