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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-01-24-67-Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY JANUARY 24, 1967 The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 8:00 A.M., January 24, 1967, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, Mayor Charles W. Dickerson presiding. PRESENT: Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson ALSO PRESENT: Oren L. King, City Manager Royal M. Sorensen, City Attorney William Goggin, Acting Director of Planning Ervin Spindel, Director of Public Works James Ruth, Park Director Lee Leavitt, City Engineer Robert Shand, Director of Finance Ray Lake, Director of Building and Safety Don Warren, Deputy Fire Chief Ivan A. Robinson, Chief of Police Walter Wanke, Water Superintendent Don Robison, Assistant to City Manager Della Doyle, City Clerk Alberta Pfeiffer, Deputy City Clerk Councilman Thomas H. Morton delivered the invocation due to the absence of the regularly scheduled minister. Mayor Dickerson announced a presenoation of certificates to two water department employees was to be made by Walter Wanke, Water Superintendent. The Mayor assisted in presenting certificates to James Rubin for completion of a course in Water Treatment and to Daniel Shonkwiler for completion of a course in Municipal Public Works Adminis- tration. Mayor Dickerson opened the hearing on the intention to vacate a drainage easement, Mr. Spindel reported the drainage easement is located in_what was formerly Lindell Avenue, a portion of which was vacated easterly of Lakewood Boulevard with a reserva- tion of a drainage easement which is not necessary for City purposes. At the request of the property owner, it was recommended by the Planning Commission and the Department of Public Works that the drainage easement northerly of the centerline of Lindell Avenue be vacated. There being no written and no oral protests or communications, it was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Corbin and so ordered that the hearing on the vacation of the drainage easement be closed. RESOLUTION NO. 1856 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ORDERING THE VACATION OF A CERTAIN DRAINAGE EASEMENT (LINDELL AVENUE) The resolution was read by title only. It was moved -by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Corbin and so ordered that further reading.b.e waived. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1856 be adopted. r AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None The Mayor opened the hearing on the intention to vacate a portion of the radius at the northwest corner of Second Street and LaReina Avenue. Mr. Spindel stated that should it not be vacated, it would create a hardship on the developers. The vacation has been recommended by the Planning Commission and Department of Public Works. Council Minutes - 1/24/67 -1- There being no written and no oral protests or communications, it was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered that the hearing on the vacation of a portion of the radius at the northWebt corner of Second Street and LaReina Avenue, be closed. RESOLUTION NO. 1857 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ORDERING r-- THE VACATION OF A PORTION OF THE RADIUS AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SECOND STREET AND LA REINA AVENUE 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. It was moved by Councilman Morton,, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1857 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None The City Clerk reported that the hearing on Planning Resolution No. 109 had been advertised for the 14th of February rather than the 24th of January; therefore, the matter would of necessity have to be held over to the 14th of February for hearing. Mayor Dickerson opened the hearing on DIP #555, Alameda Street, with Mr. Spindel reporting that the City Council, in prior action, had authorized the Department of Public Works to initiate Chapter 27 proceedings against the properties, and right of entry has been obtained through condemnation proceedings authorized by Resolution No. 1782 on August 23, 1966, under Select System Project #150. The property owner of the 2 sites under DIP #555 has been requeat6d to proceed with the improvements which include curb, gutter, driveways, sidewalk and paving but to date, no work has been done. The estimated cost of these improvements is $2,200.00. 0-4 Mr. Robert S. McLane, speaking for Mr, E. O. Felton, property owner, 8050 Downey Avenue, questioned the property owner's having to bear the cost of these improvements under Chapter 27. After an explanation of Chapter 27 pm ceedings by the City Attorney, it was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered that the hearing be closed on DIP #555. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Morton and passed by the following vote to authorize the Director of Public Works to proceed under Chapter 27 to improve the property at 8012 Alameda Street and the Alameda Street frontage at 12202 Paramount Boulevard with curb, gutter, driveways, sidewalk and paving. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and so ordered that the minutes of the Council Meeting of January 9, 1967, be approved as submitted. The City Clerk reported on the following correspondence: A report from the Downey Junior Chamber of Commerce, July l to December 31. Ordered r-• received and filed. A.petition for cleanup of 9255 Elm Vista Drive Mr. Ray Lake, Director of Building and Safety, stated the property owner has been prevented from attending to this m+tter due to illness and requested that the property owner be allowed another 30 days in which to clean this property. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Morton and so ordered to grant a 30 -day extension for cleanup of the property at 9255 Elm Vista Drive. Council Minutes - 1/24/67 -2- e Quarterly report from the Downey Civic Chorus was ordered received and filed. A petition from Service Station Operators requesting a one-year moratorium on the building of new service 'stations.' The City Attorney stated the moratorium requested was impractical and either a change in zoning through amendment of the zoning brdinance would be necessary, should Council feel there were sufficient service stations within the City. No action on the matter was taken by the City Council. A request from Mr. Jack W. Laister to lease the building at 11504 Brookshire Avenue as well as a request from the Gordon Electric Company to continue its rental during the period of approximately two years during the construction of the hospital was reported on by the City Manager, Mr. King stated that there are four buildings on the present hospital site, previously known as the Trenery property. The buildings identifiedas11516 and 11512 Brookshire are the 2 which are adjacent and closest to the location of the new hospital construction. In conference with Mr. Jot Lloyd of A. C. Martin, it has been determined that the southernmost building, 11516 Brookshire, now occupied by Laister Sailplane Products, would be the most convenient for occupancy by the hospital contractor, and the next building at 11512 would be most convenient for architectural purposes, Clerk of the Works and City inspectors. Both of these buildings have lavatory facilities and office accommodations, as well as storage space and parking areas. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote to approve rental of the building at 11504 Brookshire Avenue to Laister Sailplane Products for $170 per month, and permit the Gordon Electric Company to con- tinue its rental at $125 per month during the period during construction of the hospital, approximately two years, with a 90 -day cancellation clause. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin,.Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None A memorandum from the City Manager advising of the app]tcation of the Perk Water Company for authorization from the Public Utilities. -Commission to increase its rates for water service. Ordered received and filed. A legal claim from Philip D. Ringer. Itwas moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote to deny the claim and refer to the City's insurance carrier. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None A request from the Downey City Youth Band requesting the budget payment of $700 as allocated in the current City budget. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote to approve the request to advance the $700 allocated to the Downey City Youth Band. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None ORDINANCE NO. 325 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING THERETOSECTION7142, WHICH SECTION RELATES TO STREET EXCAVATIONS The ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Morton and so ordered that further reading be waived. Council Minutes - 1/2+/67 -3- A It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by/the following vote that Ordinance No. 325 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING SECTIONS 9200.5 THROUGH 9400.8, 9201, 9211.3, 9222, 9223, 9225, 9226, 9227.4, 9227.82 9227.9, 9227.13, THROUGH 9227.15, 9227.17, 9227.21, 92227.22, 9227.24, 9228.1, 9228.6, 9228.9, 9229 AND 9234 AND ADDING SECTIONS 9200.9, 9213 AND 9226.3, ALL OF WHICH SECTIONS RELATE TO SUBDIVISIONS The ordinance 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 Temple and passed by the following vote that the ordinance be introduced. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1858 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY FINDING THAT. ARTICLE VIII OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE PROVIDES MINIMUM STANDARDS EQUAL TO OR GREATER THAN THOSE PROVIDED BY THE HEALTH �• AND SAFETY CODE FOR BUILDING AND 'HOUSING . The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and so ordered that further reading -be -.waived. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1858 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1859 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AFFIRMING THE PRINCIPE'', OF HOME RULE FOR DOWNEY IN THE CONDUCT OF ITS BUILDING CODE ACTIVITIES AND OPPOSING THE'RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF STATE OR FEDERAL BUILDING CODES AND THEIR RELATED ACTIVITIES The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered that further reading be waived. It Vas moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1859 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: 7"None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1860 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ORDERING THE VACATION OF CERTAIN WATER PIPELINE EASEMENTS LYING NORTHWEST- ERLY OF LA REINA AVENUE BETWEEN SEVENTH STREET AND FLORENCE AVENUE The resolution was read by title only. Council Minutes - 1/24/67 -4- 2'793 It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered that further reading be waivLd. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1860 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1861 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY PROHIBIT- ING PARKING ON THE NORTH SIDE OF FIRESTONE BOULEVARD BEGINNING AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF NEWVILLE STREET AND EXTENDING EASTERLY TO THE CITY LIMITS OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and so ordered that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1861 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1862 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY PROHIBIT- ING PARKING ON THE WEST SIDE OF LAKEWOOD BOULEVARD BEGINNING AT THE CENTERLINE OF DONOVAN STREET AND EXTENDING NORTHERLY FOR A DISTANCE OF 325 FEET AND EXTENDING SOUTHERLY TO A POINT 500 FEET SOUTH OF THE CENTERLINE OF DONOVAN STREET The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Corbin and so ordered that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1862 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 1863 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 INSTALLATION OF TRAFFIC SIGNAL AND IMPROVEMENT AT THE INTERSECTION OF CHEROKEE DRIVE AND LAKEWOOD BOULEVARD, AND AT THE INTERSECTION OF FLORENCE AVENUE AND LAKEWOOD BOULEVARD (SS NO. 90 AND SS. NO. 141) The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered that further reading be waived, It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 1863 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Council Minutes - 1/24/67 -5- It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote to authorize the following transfer of funds: AMCLJNT FROM ACCOUNT NUMBER TO ACCOUNT NUMBER $3,000.00 16009 16037 AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. WS -525 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 (#47724 - #48175 $136,299,35) (Payroll) The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Morton and so ordered that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. WS -525 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. WS -526 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 (#24708 - #24860 $114,909.91) 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 Temple and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. WS -526 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote to authorize the Department of Public Works to perform the engineer- ing for a joint project between the City of Downey and City of Pico Rivera to improve Telegraph Road under Select System Project No. 86 with the City of Pico Rivera paying their share of the engineering costs. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: '0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and passed by the following vote to approve plans and specifications to improve Paramount Boulevard and Third Street, Cash Contract #SS -134 with installation of traffic signals and safety lighting and to authorize advertising for bids pending State approval to expend 2107 Funds. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson 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 approve plans and specifications for installation of traffic signals and safety lighting at Alameda Street and Lakewood Boulevard, Cash Contract #'SS -125, and notify the State Division of Highways that now is the time to advertise for bids. Council Minutes - 1/24/67 -6- 2795 AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin,.Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Corbin, (seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote to approve plans and 6pecifications for Cash Contract #S$-150, Alameda Street and Paramount Boulevard for curbs, gutters, sidewalks, driveways and paving, and authorize advertising for bids. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and passed by the following vote to approve plans and specifications for installation of a water main on the north side of Florence Avenue between Tweedy Lane and Paramount Boulevard, Cash Contract #178, and authorize advertising for bids. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None A list of locations Th ere it is proposed to remove trees at various locations throughout the City, submitted to Council, as explained by Mr. Spindel, Director of Public Works, was comprised of requests by various property owners concerned. Mr. Spindel stated it would be in the interest of public safety and economy that their requests be granted and the estimated cost of the work indicated is $9,500.00. Mr. Spindel also reported that as many as twice the number of trees are planted as are taken out. After discussion and a request by the Mayor that a report be submitted at the next Council Meeting from the Department of Public Works on the amount of trees removed last year, it was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and passed by the following vote to approve the specifications and grant authority to advertise for bids for Cash Contract #176, tree removal in various locations throughout the City. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton) Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Morton to table for further study, the plans and specifications for Cash Contract #193, east wing addition to the City Hall (Police Department) to consider the possibility of having a two-story building rather than extending into the patio area. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and passed by the following vote to amend the motion to include the west wing plans. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum,Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Councilman Dunnum stated she hoped the plans would be ready by the second meeting from this, assuring that all department heads concerned have been consulted for their suggestions and consideration. Mayor Dickerson called for the vote on the motion taking the wings additions under submission to be considered again not later than the next morning meeting of Council. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Council Minutes - 1/24/67 -7- 2'796 It was moved by Councilman Morton,, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote to 'take under submission for 30 days to allow a further review of reloca- tion of the Ray Noxsel Building to the library site, Cash Contract #194. AYES: 5 Councilmen:. Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Morton and passed by the following vote to accept improvements constructed under DPC #40, Rose Avenue and Lake- wood Boulevard sewers, and the responsibility for maintenance thereof. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote to authorize the appropriation from Account No. 13814, Capital Improvements Unbudgeted, to Account #13788, the sum of $3,000.00 for reconstruction of Pico Vista Road southerly of Cecilia Street, Misc. Project No. 046. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote to authorize matching funds for sidewalk construction in the amount of $2,142.00 at the following locations: .MF NUMBER 433 434 "435 X436 ADDRESS ESTIMATED CITY COST 9327 Washburn Road $ 64.00 9301 Washburn Road 64.00 7355 Nada Street 148.00 Southpast corner Bellflower Blvd. 1,425.00 and Washburn Road 437 7827 Suva Street 86.00 438 9335 Washburn Road 64.00 444 13128 Verdura Avenue 65.00 445 8433 Susan Avenue 106,00 Subtotal $$;922,00 443 12433 Clark Avenue - Right of Way 120.00 Exchange for Approval Total $2,142.00 AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and passed by the fol]owimig vote to authorize an appropriation of $14,800.00 from Unappropriated Surplus to Account No. 13782-B, Downtown Parking, which sum constitutes settlement for the acquisition of property known as Parcel 2, Margaret Court. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None of the Traffic Committee Councilman Morton moved that the report/be adopteda closing of New Street for additional parking from Firestone Boulevard to FiftOrtsre t. Coundlman Dunnum advised Councilman Morton, who had been absent at the last council meeting, that a joint meeting to be held on January 30 had been arranged between the downtown business- men, property owners and merchants and the City, and suggested that this report be held for consideration at that meeting. Councilman Morton withdrew his mction. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and passed by the following vote, after summation of bids on the cleaning and cement mortar lining of cast iron water pipe, that the bid be awarded to the lowest and best bidder, Pipe Linings, Inc., at the amount of the unit prices submitted in the bid proposal, and that all other bids be rejected. Council Minutes - 1/24/67 -8- 2'796 It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote to 'take under submission for 30 days to allow a further review of reloca- tion of the Ray Noxsel Building to the library site, Cash Contract #194. AYES: 5 Councilmen:_ Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Morton and passed by the following vote to accept improvements constructed under DPC #40, Rose Avenue and Lake- wood Boulevard sewers, and the responsibility for maintenance thereof. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote to authorize the appropriation from Account No. 13814, Capital Improvements Unbudgeted, to Account #13788, the sum of $3,000.00 for reconstruction of Pico Vista Road southerly of Cecilia Street, Misc. Project No. 046. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote to authorize matching funds for sidewalk construction in the amount of $2,142.00 at the following locations: MF NUMBER ADDRESS ESTIMATED CITY COST 433 9327 Washburn Road $ 64.00 434 9301 Washburn Road 64.00 ;:"435 7355 Nada Street 148.00 X436 Southeast corner Bellflower Blvd. 1,425.00 and Washburn Road 437 7827 Suva Street 86.00 438 9335 Washburn Road 64.00 444 13128 Verdura Avenue 65.00 445 8433 Susan Avenue 106.00 Subtotal $2,Q22.00 443 12433 Clark Avenue - Right of Way 120.00 Exchange for Approval Total $2,142.00 AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and passed by the followimig vote to authorize an appropriation of $14,800.00 from Unappropriated Surplus to Account No. 13782-B, Downtown Parking, which sum constitutes settlement for the acquisition of property known as Parcel 2, Margaret Court. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None of the Traffic Committee Councilman Morton moved that the report/be adopted s'i� a closing of New Street for additional parking from Firestone Boulevard to Fiftl�`Streat. Coundlman Dunnum advised Councilman Morton, who had been absent at the last council meeting, that a joint meeting to be held on January 30 had been arranged between the downtown business- men, property owners and merchants and the City, and suggested that this report be held for consideration at that meeting. Councilman Morton withdrew his mdtion. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and passed by the following vote, after summation of bids on the cleaning and cement mortar lining of cast iron water pipe, that the bid be awarded to the lowest and best bidder, Pipe Linings, Inc., at the amount of the unit prices submitted in the bid proposal, and that all other bids be rejected. Council Minutes - 1/24/67 -8- AYES: 5 Councilmen: NOES: 0 Councilmen: ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, None None Temple, Dickerson 2'79'7 Bill Goggin, Acting Director of Planning reported on the negotiations completed for conducting an aerial photogra0hic survey of the City of Downey and recommended that the proposal of Pacific Air lhdustries be approved. Mr. Goggin reported their survey is subject to the work being as good or better than work previously done. It was moved by Councilman Dunhum, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote to accept the prtlposal in the amount of $2,498.00 of Pacific Air Industries for aerial photographic Airvey of the City of Downey, with delivery of finished material to be approximately 30 days. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote to approve replacement of one (1) trailer mounted brush chipper for the Public Works Department. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and passed by the following vote to approve replacement of one (1) pickup truck for the Public Works Department. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None The City Manager reported the owners of buildings at 8134 Comolette, 8760 and 8772 Pritchard, 7208 Pellet and 6515 Rivergrove have been notified as provided in Section 8206 of the Downey Municipal Code, to bring the buildings up to safe standards but none have so far complied. Therefore, in accordance with the recommendation of the Director of Building and Safety, under Section 203 of the Uniform Building Code, and Chapter 10, Uniform Housing Code, it was suggested that the Council order the demolition and removal of these unsafe and substandard structures and that the necessary sewer laterals be capped. It was also recommended that the estimate of A-1 Demolition Contractor be approved, as outlined below: These amounts to be assessed to the individual properties in the same manner as a weed abatement assessment. .--• It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote to order demolition and removal of the unsafe and substandard structures listed above; that the necessary sewer laterals be capped and the estimate of A-1 Demolition Contractor in the amount of $3,000 be approved. AYES: 5 Councilmen: NOES: 0 Councilmen: ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, None None Council Minutes - 1/24/67 -9- Temple, Dickerson JOB ADDRESS AMOUNT 8134 Comolette $385 7208 Pellet 585 8760 and 8772 Pritchard 1685 6515 Rivergrove 345 Total $3000 These amounts to be assessed to the individual properties in the same manner as a weed abatement assessment. .--• It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote to order demolition and removal of the unsafe and substandard structures listed above; that the necessary sewer laterals be capped and the estimate of A-1 Demolition Contractor in the amount of $3,000 be approved. AYES: 5 Councilmen: NOES: 0 Councilmen: ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, None None Council Minutes - 1/24/67 -9- Temple, Dickerson !798 It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Morton and passed by the following vote to authorize attendance by Donald B. Robison to the 1967 National Security Seminar on Civil Defense and Local Disasters in Long Beach, March 6-17, 1967, with reasonable expenses allowed. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, -Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None The City Manager presented Dr. Henry Reining, Dean of the School of Public Administration of USC (Personnel Consultant), who presented the tentative proposed Personnel Classification Plan. Mr. Reining stated the classification plan is an occupational inventory of all the positions in the City and that any changes made are minor: The City Manager stated that in from 30 days to 2 months, it is hoped the classification plan can be re -submitted to Council for their approval and aloption. It was announced that a hearing will be held before the Personnel Board this Thursday for further comments from City employees. Councilman Dunnum stated the City Council, employees of the City and the community have been very privileged to have Mr. Reining working for the City in this consultant capacity. Councilman Dickerson congratulated Mr. Reining on expediting the study. Mr. Reining stated the compliments belong usually to the Administration. Several thousands of dollars (probably around $10,000) have been saved by having the reclassi- cation study done by the City. Councilman Dunnum reported that the Downey Dolphins or Acquatic Club was to have a recommendation to present Council regarding use by the Park and Recreation Department of Downey Pool; however, at the School District's Board Meeting, the matter was referred to the Administration of the Downey Unified School District for a meeting at 10:00 A.M. this morning, as reported by Mr. James Ruth, Director of Parks and Recreation Department; therefore, there can be no action by Council at this time. Mr. Morales, 9414 Sideview Drive, of the Downey Dolphins, stated that they can merely wAtt until the action of the Downey Unified School District and this group therefore had nothing to present at this time. Mr. King stated that the School Board will consider letting the City Park and Recreation utilize the school pool for the two groups, the Downey Dolphins and Acquatic Club. Mr. Spindel reminded Council that it had requested a report on the striping of Deming Street in order to limit the speed problem. He reported the striping has been accomplished. Also 25 miles per hour speed limits have been put up at each approach of the street. Because of weather conditions, it has been impossible to make a complete study, The resident at the corner has agreed to cut down shrubs to improve sight. Motorists will be cited for crossing the double line. The Department of Public Works will have further report at the next Council Meeting. The City Attorney stated a letter directed to the Chief of Police involving a false arrest action had been referred to the attorneys for the City's insurance carrier as well as himself. The amount of the action is in excess of the City's coverage, however the City Attorney stated the matter seems to be a rather routine ^ case and the City could be exposed to a judgment, but he cannot see any advantage of employing additional counsel but feels the legal counsel of the insurance carrier should be sufficient. Unless advised to the contrary, the City Attorney stated he will so inform the insurance carrier in writing. The City Attorney stated the property owner has requested a modification in the agreement between the City and himself in the Downey Avenue improvements being undertaken. Mr. Governale's building is to be torn down completely and certain problems have arisen making a modification necessary. Subparagraph (c) of Paragraph 5 should be modified in the first portion to read as follows: Council Minutes X124/67 -10- (c) City shall deposit in escrow within 120 days from opening of escrow the sum of $40,600.00, plus $2,850 demolition costs. Said sum shall be paid out to owner or owner's assignee as follows: (1) When dehd properly executed has been deposited in escrow, $23,150.00 may be paid over to remove the existing trust deed on the property and for demolition costs, and the balance of said sum to be applied to the cost of con- struction for a new building to clear the right of way needed for Downey Avenue. Remainder of said $40,600.00 ($20,300.00) shall be paid . . . the rest of subparagraph (c) to read as previously written.. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and passed by the following vote to approve the modification of the Agreement between the City of Downey and Governale and authorize the Mayor to sign the modified agreement. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton,. Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Deputy Fire Chief Warren reported there has been a change initiated in response procedures. Only the District engine will be responding with lights and sirens; all assisting companies will be responding only with lights. This will eliminate 3, 4 or 5 pieces of equipment with sirens which exposes people to possible accident. This is on a trial basis but has proved satisfactory with other cities having used this method of response. Councilman Morton apologized for missing the last council meeting, indicating there was a death in his family, requiring that he go back east. When he returned, he learned of the resignation of one of the Downey Symphonic Society's prime members. He reviewed for Council the action taken by the Society in requesting additional funds, the action subsequently taken by Council in allowing the request, which appeal was made so strongly by Mrs. Phillips. Mrs. Phillips had gone to great lengths to appeal for the additional $2,000 with the statement that primarily the funds would be used with regard to expanding its efforts in using Downey people rather than professional musicians. Council had approved the request basically on this stipulation. It appears there is some confusion in the Society; Mrs. Phillips has not had its support, especially since she presented the appeal and there has been no increased activity to use non-professionals. Councilman Morton stated he feels it would be in order to hold such additional funds pending a complete report from the Society of its intent. It was then moved by Councilman Morton to withhold additional funds originally budgeted until such time as the Downey Symphonic Society provides in writing to the City Council,its intention to support the presentation made by Mrs. Phillips. Councilman Dunnum stated she would not like to see the Society jeopardized in its future activity, but knows that the volunteer approach has not been followed through. Councilman Dunnum reported that the Board is considering entering into contract with the Director. He has not had a written contract heretofore and the inquiry was made by her of the City Attorney as to whether it can be the same kind of personal service contract which can be terminated at any time; how it might be affected by the Musicians Union; would the City Council be within its proper jurisdiction to request permission to review the contract prior to its being entered into? The com- bined sum now going to the Director is $150 from the Park and Recreation and $150 from City Council. After these statements Councilman Dunnum then seconded the motion of Councilman Morton to withhold further funds from the Downey Symphonic Society. R. L. Shand, Director of Finance, stated the additional funds of $2,000 had been paid to the group and asked if there might be a moratorium on the budget for further funds. Council Minutes — 1/24/67 -11- =1 ,qi R The City Attorney stated it might require a review of the contract. Councilman Dunnum requested a report of the activities of the Society and its finances. The City Manager was instructed by the Mayor to contact representatives of the Symphonic Society for a fiscal analysis of their efforts. ^, Councilman Morton suggested withholding a pro -rata amount for the next six months. The Mayor requested a vote on the motion withholding further funds to the Downey Symphonic Society. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Councilman Morton suggested sending a commendation to the Gas Service Company for advertising in nationally known magazines at its own expense for encouraging other industry to come to Southern California and to Downey. The Mayor stated he would personally call Mr. J. A. Johnson of the Gas Company in lieu of also sending a letter of commendation as suggested by Councilman Morton. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that the City Council build a theater of a maximum seating capacity of 750 seats at Furman Park. AYHS: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that the City Attorney and the City Manager be authorized to review and bring to the City Council the contract now in existence with the firm of Adrian, Wilson and Associates, Architects, for plans for the theater for Council to be brought up to date. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Dunnum, Corbin, Morton, Temple, Dickerson NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None The City Manager briefly presented Mr. Russell Reynolds, Purchasing Agent of the City since January 16. The City Manager than asked Albert C. Martin and Associates to make their presentation on the completed construction documents for the Downey Municipal Hospital. Mr. Albert C. Martin stated he is very pleased to submit the Construction Docu- ments to the City of Downey for Building Department Plan Check and subsequent issuance of building permit for subject project. Submitted were two complete sets of working drawings; one set of structural calculations; two complete sets of specifications; one copy of LeRoy Crandall and Associates soil report. There are 123 regular sheets of drawings in each set. Mr, -Martin reported that these documents have also been submitted to the Bureau of Hospitals of the State of California. Plans cannot be placed out for bid without the Bureau's approval. Councilman Morton commended Albert C. Martin and Associates for doing an outstand- ing job in adhering to the schedule. Mr. Martin's personal touch can be seen throughout which is just what the City Council originally requested, said Councilman Morton. Councilman Corbin complimented the firm for holding very closely to the budget, and added they have done an excellett job. Ther,e�eing no further business to come before Council, meeting adjourned at 10:20 AM. VW16d144�IJA DOYLE - CHARLES W. DICKERSON /=City Clerk Mayor Council Minutes - 1/24/67 -12-