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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-01-08-68-Regular Meeting31051 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY JANUARY 8TH, 1968 The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 7:30 P.M., January 8, 1968, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, Mayor Ben 'd Corbin presiding. PRESENT: Councilmen: Morton, Dunnum, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin i ALSO PRESENT: Oren L. King, City Manager Royal M. Sorensen, City Attorney Robert W. Gain, Fire Chief Ivan A. Robinson, Chief of Police Ray Lake, Director of Building & Safety Walter Wanke, Director of Water Department William A. Goggin, Director of Planning James Ruth, Director of Parks & Recreation Robert Shand, Director of Finance Ervin Spindel, Director of Public Works Lee Leavitt, City Engineer Russell Reynolds, Purchasing Agent Alberta M. Pfeiffer, City Clerk Jeanne Cook, Deputy City Clerk Reverend C. .'om Lane, Assistant Pastor of the First Presbyterian Church, delivered the invocation. Mayor Corbin announced the presentation of Zero Defect Awards in the Public Works Department. Mr. Spindel, Director, stated the awards are given to employees selected by the supervisory staff and fellow employees who have done the most error free work during the past three months. The Director requested the Mayor to assist in presentation of the awards to the following persons: Nell Chapman - Secretarial Verril Smale - Engineering Coleman Akin - Forestry Arthur Maier - Street Maintenance Mayor Corbin congratulated the recipients of the Zero Defect Awards and stated it was a pleasure to be able to present these awards each quarter. Mayor Corbin then called upon members of the Downey Youth Historical Society represent- atives to make their presentatLon. Karen Brown, President, related to Council that their group requests historical markers throughout the City by use of signs -:at places of special significance to the City of Downey's history. It was requested that the landmark signs be paid f o'r:: with City funds and installed by City forces at all designated sites. Barbara Nelson, Secretary of the Downey Youth Historical Society, presented lists of proposed landmark sites to Council. Sandy Roach then outlined the five sites selected for precedence should their request be approved: (1) Old Camp Ground; (2) 1st High School - Parking Lot at Downey High School; (3) San Gabriel River; (4) City Hall; and (5) First Church in Downey on Third Street. Examples of what the signs would appear to be were displayed and it was stated that their cost has been estimated at $25.00 per sign for a 24" x 18 " sign. It was stated that before information is entered on the signs, the material will be researched and verified carefully. Councilman Temple inquired if there was any thought given to a special route to be � taken through the City to view these signs after they might be installed. Miss Brown stated this has been done in other cities but there would have to first be several placed in order ,to do this. Councilwoman Dunnum commended the representatives of the Downey Youth Historical Society for their fine presentation and thanked them for their interest and efforts. The matter was taken under submission for study and the group was informed they would be advised of Council action. Council Minutes - 1/8/68 -1- 30502! Mayor Corbin opened the hearing on the Resolution of Intention to vacate a portion of Second Street west of Brookshire Avenue and inquired of the City Clerk if she had the Affidavits of Posting and Publication. The City Clerk replied she had the Affidavits. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered that the affidavits be received and filed. The Mayor inquired if the City Clerk had received any written communications or protests on the matter. The City Clerk replied she was in receipt of a letter from the Downey Children's Theatre, Inc. urging Council to proceed as quickly as possible with the building program and expressing their wish to serve in any -w-dy. . in helping to facilitate the conclusion of this ,jgoject. I Ervin Spindel, Director of Public Works, presented a summation of a study made relative to affic on Second Street. It was reported that consideration had been given to the feasibility of the closure of Second Street, between Brookshire Avenue and Dolan Avenue, as part of down- town development. Traffic Counts had been taken on 2nd and 3rd Streets which showed that dur- ing Christmas shopping season, there were a total of 3360 vehicles per day on Second Street, just west of Brookshire Avenue, and 2620 vehicles per day on Third Street just west of Brook- shire Avenue. On non -holiday periods when school is in session, there were 2770 cars per day on Second Street and 2840 cars per day on Third Street. In Origin and Destination studies con- ducted by the Traffic Engineer, it was found that eastbound traffic on Second Street showed 67% had originated from the downtown business district and 25% were terminated at either City Hall or the Bank of America parking lot and not going on to Brookshire Avenue. The Traffic Committee at its meeting of January 4, 1968, after studying these data concluded that the clos- ing of Second Street would not have an adverse effect on the traffic patterns in the downtown area and that Third Street had adequate capacity to carry the combined traffic, both present and future of Second and Third Streets. The Traffic Committee also recommended that if Second Street were to be closed, that Dolan Avenue from Third Street to Iowa Street, and Iowa Street from Brookshire to Downey Avenue, be developed as alternate routes into the central business district. The City Manager reported that the proposal to close off Second Street at Brookshire and creation of a mall was originated by the architects, Adrian and Wilson; that it had been studied by the Planning Commission, the Director of Public Works and the Traffic Committee. This date the architects again went over the exact location of the theatre and what it would A -.,,in attracting people to the downtown area. As they had outlined the theatre, it would ac- ;lly take up the street and the attraction would bring people into the downtown area both and night. The architects for the theatre requested that this information be referred LV the Council in their final recommendations. Mayor Corbin asked if anyone wished to speak in favor or against the proposed vacation of Second Street at Brookshire Avenue. Robert Ryan, 7640 Third Street, Downey stated he was speaking neither in favor nor against this matter, however, he would like several questions. answered as to just what has trans- pired up to this point; figures on maintenance cost of the building; where the money will come from; actual auditorium usage; its income; the maintenance; how many parking places are being taken away and how many will there be to replace them; how inconvenient it will be to detour from Second Street. He stated the Downey Children's Theatre has a definite need but he wished to request Council to study completely before taking action. Frank Perez, 11510 Downey Avenue raised questions relative to the survey report made by Mr. Spindel relative to the number of cars converging on the theatre within a 45-minute period. Mr. Spindel reported that by closing Second Street at Brookshire Avenue, an additional 90' of curb will be gained for "drop-offs" to the theatre as a walkway is planned off Brookshire onto Second Street to the theatre. Also, he stated there probably will be access to the parking area adjacent to the theatre proposed off Firestone Boulevard. William B. Cole, General Manager of the Downey Chamber of Commerce, read a recommendation from the Chamber Board and their Zoning Committee. They reaffirmed their support of the con- ^:uction of the Downey Civic Theatre as outlined in its letter to the City Council dated to 26, 1967, in that the auditorium would add immeasurably to the cultural pursuits of the ftmuni ty . Council Minutes - 1/8/68 -2- 3053 He further stated that without additional information on the project they have arrived at the conclusion that the site under the present conditions is not adequate for the project, and the Board of Trustees recommends opposition to the construction of the theatre at the Second Street and Brookshire Avenue location for the following reasons: a. Site requirements; off-street parking; Master Plan (which made no provision for the vacation of a portion of Second Street); affects on area merchants; possible negotiations for future acquisitions of properties in the Civic Center area. Mr. Cole stated with proper planning, it would appear to be unnecessary for the vaca- ion of Second Street. The Chamber asked consideration of these facts in making its decision. Dr. Robert J. Flynn, owning property at the corner of Second Street and Dolan Avenue, stated he has plans for building and is opposed to closing of Second Street. He favors an auditorium, however. Arthur D. Hansen spoke in protest of the closing of Second Street at Brookshire Avenue. Also Marvin Mangrum, 9318 Downey Avenue, owner of Downey Cleaners. Mr. Wendell Wiser, 7816 Seventh Street, Downey, stated he is in favor of the City Council taking action to vacate Second Street and that the City cotild work with the School Board relative to adequate parking across the street from the proposed theater site, on the Downey High School lot. Maxine Jolley, 7803 Dinsdale Street, Downey, spoke in favor of the proposed vacation of Second Street, stating she concurs with statements made by Mr. Wiser. Mr. Carl Woodall, 9514 Brookshire Avenue, spoke in opposition. Mr. Elton Wallar, 9241 Ratliffe, owning property at Firestone Boulevard and Brookshire Avenue, stated he is opposed to the closing of Second Street as he feels it would jeopardize the business of the downtown area, anywhere within 2 or 3 blocks of the theater. .--, As no one else wished to speak for or against the closing of Second Street at Brookshire ►enue, it was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and passed by the �Jllowing vote that the hearing be closed. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Dunnum, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOISS: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It;,"was:moirdd by Councilman Temple;_seconded by Councilman Dunnum and passed by the following vote that the matter be taken under submission. (Councilman Morton requested that the remarks made in the hearing be furnished in detail to the Council.) AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Dunnum, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mayor 'Corbin ded�4ked a 5-minute recess with Council reconvening at 8:40 P.M. with roll call, all members of Council being present. Mayor Corbin opened the hearing on the Resolution of Intention to vacate a portion of alley parallel to Telegraph Road between Lakewood Boulevard and Lindell Avenue and inquired of the City Clerk if she had the affidavits of publication and posting. The City Clerk replied she had the affidavits. ^. It was roved by Councilman Morton,seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered that e affidavits be received and filed. t The City Clerk reported there were no written communications or protests. Mr. Spindel presented a resume, stating the property owners are going to re -develop the property and furnishing new easements for utilities and have dedicated additional right of way. The alley is no longer necessary. Mr. Robbins, 9901 Paramount, Downey, real estate representative for Mobil Oil stated he was present to APswe-r, questions Council might have and was in favor of the vacation. Council Minutes - 1/8/68 -3- 3054 There being no further oral comments, it was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered that the hearing on the Resolution of Intention to vacate a portion of the alley lying southerly and parallel with Telegraph Road between Lakewood Boulevard and Lindell Avenue be closed. RESOLUTION NO. 2019 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ORDERING VACATION OF A PORTION OF THE ALLEY LYING SOUTHERLY AND PARALLEL WITH TELEGRAPH ROAD BETWEEN LAKEWOOD BOULEVARD AND LINDELL AVENUE It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 2019 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Dunnum, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mayor Corbin opened the hearing on Downey Improvement Project #568, 7107 Stewart and Gray Road. It was reported that proper notification had been made to the property owner relative to the proposed improvements. The Director of Public Works reported that funds have been budgeted by the City for 50% of this work fronting on this property (from gas tax monies). The property owner has been required to pay for curb, gutter and 1/2 the cost of sidewalks under bonds of a lot split. The property owner has not yet put up the money for his portion and, therefore, under consultation with the City Attorney, since funds have been budgeted for over 1/2 of this project, authority was requested to proceed with Chapter 27 in order to put all the work in at one time, rather than doing it peacemeal. Mr. Paul Yokota, property owner at 7117 East Stewart and Gray Road protested to instal- lation of these improvements as he was of the impression that the amount of $2,500.00 was necessary to be paid for the improvements at this time. He was informed that the amount "Fuld be put on his tax bill for the improvements and pro -rated over as long a period of time s 10 years, if he so desired. Mr. Goggin, Director of Planning, was asked to give a resume of the lot split. He reported that it originated on the request for the subdivision for the back portion of the property in question. The applicant for the tentative tract was Mr. Yokota and then this part was not a part of the entire parcel. Subsequently Mr. Yokota sold that portion which was a subdivision. Mr. Yokota was then required to file for a lot split, because he was dividing his property and selling the subdivision property to anoth'e r party which requires a lot split. At that time the dedication was required for Stewart and Gray Road since this was part of the parcel to be divided off. It was normal, prior to that time, to require full street improvements but because of a change in the ordinance, they were not required and it was felt eventually the R-3 development would be improved. As the ordinance stands now, full improvements are required to be put in by the applicant. his Councilman Morton stated it has been -/observation that the letters being sent to citi- zens often contain information new and strange to the average layman and property owners do not understand City problems and procedures. He urged a review of the types of letters being sent by all departments and to take out any harshness and be a little more explana- tory where rights and obligations of the citizens are involved. It was moved by Councilman Temple that the matter of requiring improvements under Chapter 27, DIP #568, 7107 Stewart and Gray Road, be taken under submission for further study. The motion died for lack of a second. 0-ft. After discussion by Council and further report and clarification by Director of Planning hd Director of Public Works relative to dedication of right way in exchange for improve- bnts on adjacent property and requirements under the lot split, it was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and so ordered that the hearing be closed. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and passed by the fol- lowing vote that authority be granted the Department of Public Works to proceed under Chapter 27 with improvements under DIP #568, 7107 Stewart and Gray Road which was agreeable with Mr. Yokota. Council Minutes - 1/8/68 -4- 3055 AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Dunnum, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mayor Corbin opened the hearing on Downey Improvement Project No. 569 -- Meadow Road between Birchdale Avenue and Lakewood Boulevard. It was reported proper notification had been made to all property owners. Mr. Spindel stated that Council, in prior action, had authorized the Department of Public Works to in- itiate Chapter 27 proceedings against the properties for construction of sidewalks where over -1i0% of this improvement already exists. All of the property owners have applied for and deceived authority for sidewalk matching funds. It was recommended that the Department be Uthorized to proceed with these improvements to allow for the possibility that the property uwners do not follow through to have the improvements constructed. Mr. Howard C. Weber, 8742 Meadow Road, advised Council he has not been informed of any cost factor for the sidewalks. Mr. Weber also requested permission to handle the side- walk matching funds for his neighbor, Mr. Whitfield, 8736 Meadow Road as he is out of the State and made this request of him. Mr. Weber was advised this could be done and that a letter advising of the cost for the sidewalks would be forthcoming. Since the property owners had not been advised of the estimated cost for their share of matching funds for the sidewalks, it was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Council- man Temple and passed by the following vote to continue the hearing on DIP #569, Meadow Road, to 7:30 p.m., February 13, 1968, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, with letters to be sent advising property owners of the date of the continued hearing. .AWES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Dunnum, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mayor Corbin opened the hearing on Downey Improvement Project No. 570 - South side of Cherokee Drive between Downey Avenue and Stamps Avenue. It was reported that proper notification had been sent to the property owners. Mr, "pindel reported the City Council, in prior action, had authorized the Department of Public orks to initiate Chapter 27 proceedings against the properties for the construction of curb, utter and sidewalks, where over 50% of the improvements already exist. Both property owners have applied for and received authorization for sidewalk matching funds, however no permits have been issued for the curb and gutter work, estimated cost being $675. There being no comments or written protests, it was moved by Councilman Dunnumo seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that authority be granted for initiating Chapter 27 proceedings for DIP #570 -- south side of Cherokee Drive between Downey Avenue and Stamps Avenue. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Dunnum, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered that the minutes of December 26, 1967 be approved as submitted. The City Clerk reported on the following correspondence: A report from Director of Finance Robert Shand relative to a study on cigarette tak distribution. Mr. Shand reported a study session had been initiated by the City of E1 Monte for the possibility of revisions to the present act. The report was merely for information to Council. .--. A letter from Stewart Center urging immediate action to initiate the construction of itorm drains at.the shopping center located on Stewart and Gray Road. Mr. Spindel reported this is a critical drainage situation on Old River School Road from Stewart and Gray Road to Hondo Street and should have top priority at the present time over those which are already budgeted. Council Minutes -- 1/8/68 - 5 - 3056 It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered to give priority as requested on the next drain project to the Stewart and Gray location. A letter from The Southland Corporation requesting information relative to the action taken by Council on the Zone Exception Case #745, Yale Engineering Company, Imperial High- way. Also, a letter from Yale Engineering Company requesting a change of their request in the zone exception case to a delicatessen/grocery and neighborhood -type family restaurant. The hearing on this matter had been held December 11, 1967, and taken under submission. --� It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the fol- lowing vote that the matter of Zone Exception Case #745 be referred back to the Planning ,Commission for a further hearing and that additional fees be waived. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Dunnum, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None A letter from the Southern California Rapid Transit District relative to public meeting on preliminary report of the Southern California Rapid Transit District, at 9:30 a.m., January 15, 1968 in Room 210, Transit District Building, 1060 S. Broadway, Los Angeles. It was suggested that a representative from the City of Downey attend this meeting. A letter from Diehl., Evans and Company, auditors for the City, and recommendations for a written policy following Council directives relative to a fee schedule for excavation permits; an independent payroll distribution by the City Clerk -Treasurer's office once quarterly; outstanding check cancellation and travel advances and allowances. It was reported by the City Manager that a report on these recommendations relative to excavation permit fee policy and the independent payroll distribution will, be submitted to Council at the next meeting. Complaint for damages from Mary Ryder, It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that the claim be denied and referred to the City's insurance carrier. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Dunnum, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Letter from John A. Lambie, County Engineer, reporting the detachment of the portion of the Southeast Recreation and Park District within the City of Downey. Ordered filed. A letter of appreciation from Assemblyman Floyd L. Wakefield for pictures and news clippings sent him of the City's anniversary observance. Ordered filed. Copy of a letter from Frank G. Bonelli to the Road Commissioner soliciting his efforts in trying to meet the priority schedule on the Imperial Highway Bridge widening with 50-50 participation by the County and the City on one-half of the construction costs after F.A.S. financing of the project, Ordered filed, A letter of appreciation from Della Doyle for the honor bestowed upon her by proclama- tion of the Council of "Della Doyle Day" her last day with the City, December 29, 1967:: The City Manager announced he was in receipt of a wire from the State Highway Division delaying the hearing on Highway 42 for several months. Ordered filed. ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF 'B E CITY OF DOWN'EY AMENDING SECTION 4128 AND REPEALING SECTION 4128.1 AND 4128.2 OF THE DOWNEY •--a MUNICIPAL CODE, SAID SECTION 4128 RE`iATE S TO ABANDONED VEHICLES The ordinance was read by title only, It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and so ordered that further reading be waived, It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and passed by the following vote that the ordinance 'be introduced, AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Dunnum, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Council Minutes - 1/8/68 -6- ,01j57 ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING PART 1 OF CHAPTER 4 CONSISTING OF SECTIONS 5400 THROUGH 5414 TO ARTICLE V AND PROVIDING FOR THE ABATE- MENT AND REMOVAL AS PUBLIC NUISANCES OF ABANDONED, WRECKED, DISMANTLED OR INOPERATIVE VEHICLES OR PARTS THEREOF FROM PRIVATE PROPERTY OR t CERTAIN PUBLIC PROPERTY AND RECOVERY OF COSTS OF ADMINISTRATION THEREOF The ordinance was read by title only, It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered--tbatfurther reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote that the ordinance be introduced. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Dunnum, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 2020 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING A SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF DOWNEY AND THE SOUTHERN PACIFIC COMPANY PROVIDING FOR THE EXTENSION OF TIME FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE OF A PEDESTRIAN AND VEHICLE CROSSING AT GRADE ACROSS THE SOUTIE RN PACIFIC COMPANY RIGHT OF WAY AT THE PATTON ROAD CROSSING The title of the resolution was read. 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 Dickerson and passed by e-khe following vote that Resolution No. 2020 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Dunnum, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 2021 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ORDERING THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS TO MAKE A REPORT PURSUANT TO THE STREET LIGHTING ACT OF 1919 (ANNEXATION F - AREA 1 - ZONE 4) The resolution was read by title only. It was moved 'by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Temple 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. 2021 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Dunnum, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin ,-NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mr. Spindel presented the report pursuant to the Street Lighting Act of 1919. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote to accept and file the:.report. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Dunnum, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Councilman Morton stated this lighting district was the direct result of a meeting held in his District approximately one month ago where the Mayor and he were present. People in that area surrounding East Junior High School went right ahead getting petitions signed and it is Councilman Morton`s desire that the Department of Public Works send notes of com- mendation and appreciation to those persons responsible. This area is in a very dark area and hat high speed traffic down Woodruff Avenue. Council Minutes - 1/8/68 -7- RESOLUTION NO. 2022 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO ANNEX CERTAIN AREAS TO THE DOWNEY CITY LIGHTING DISTRICT AND TO MAINTAIN AND FURNISH ELECTRICAL CURRENT TO THOSE STREET LIGHTING FIXTURES LOCATED ON THE STREETS AND PUBLIC PLACES WITHIN THOSE AREAS UNTIL JUNE 30, 1970 (ANNEXATION F - AREA 1 - ZONE 4) The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded f--�y Councilman Temple 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. 2022 be adopted,°which sets a public hearing at 7:30 P.M. on February 13, 1968, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Dunnum, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 2023 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOW EY REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TO PERMIT THE REGISTRAR OF VOTERS OF SAID COUNTY TO RENDER SPECIFIED SERVICES TO THE CITY OF DOWNEY, RELATING TO THE CONDUCT OF A GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN SAID CITY ON APRIL 9, 1968 The title of the resolution was read. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 2023 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Dunnum, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin ''^ NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOIUTION NO. 2024 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY CE'DOWNEY LIMITING THE PARKING OF VEHICLES ON THE NJRTH SIDE OF FLORENCE AVENUE BETWEEN RIVES AVENUE AND SMALLWOOD AVENUE TO ONE (1) HOUR BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 9:00 A.M. AND 6:00 P.M. The title of the resolution was read. It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 2024 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Dunnum, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. WS-570 A RESOIUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CIMt OF DOWNEY ALLOWING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AND SPECIFYING THE FUNDS OUT OF WHICH THE SAME ARE TO BE PAID (#5929 4 - #59782 $142,467.25) (Payroll) Abe title of the resolution was read. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and so ordered that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and passed by the fo llow- ing vote that Resolution No. WS-570 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Dunnum, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Council Minutes - 1/8/68 -8- 3059 RESOLUTION N0, WS=571 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 (#29360 - #29490 $93,407.30) The title of the resolution was read. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Temple 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. WS-571 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Dunnum, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote to approve plans and specifications for the Police Wing addition and modification and authorize advertising for bids, including $750.00 estimated cost for additional conduit required for closed circuit T.V. and other electrical devices for communications system. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Dunnum, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Director of Public Works Ervin Spindel and Police Chief Ivan Robinson commended Asst. Civil Engin er Dayne Stiles who had worked on these plans and for his patience in making any requested changes. They stated he had done a very fine job. It was.moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Morton and passed by the following vote to grant a ten-day extension of time to Mission Valley Tree Company for the completion of tree removal in various locations throughout the City under Cash Con -tract #207. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Dunnum, Temple, Dickerson,Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None As requested by Council, a report was given on the study made to eliminate the traffic hazard on Downey Avenue north of Stewart and Gray Road due to the convergence from two lanes to one, caused by parked cars between Stewart and Gray and DePalma, and by the installation of left turn bays in this area. It was reported that the following actions were taken: 1. Installation of warning signs just north of Stewart & Gray Road for northbound traffic and just north of DePalma Street for southbound traffic indicating merging traftic. 2. Peak pour "No Parking" signs have been placed on the wesit side between DePalma and Stewart and Gray Road, 3, A lightly painted line which has caused some confusion is being removed, The Traffic Committee, it was reported, is continuing to work with the Nursery School owner to come up with a satisfactory solution. As part of this continuing study, the Traffic Committee had a special meeting where it was recommended one hour parking be established on both sides of Fontana Street, from Downey Avenue to the alley easterly. ^,Further, it is felt by the Traffic Committee and the Traffic Engineering Section that ,left turn pockets recently installed on Downey Avenue north of Stewart and Gray Road are urgently needed to give protection in left turns, not only for the students driving to Warren High, but for proper access to businesses along there, particularly those on the west side, north of Stewart and Gray Road. The Director of Public Works reported bid opening on the Joint Outfall "H", Unit zA Relief Trunk Sewer to be constructed under the jurisdiction of the Los Angeles County Sanitation District is scheduled for January 10 with an estimated cost of improvement of $300,000:00. The proposed location is within the Southern California Edison Company easement and there should be no excavation necessary on Downey City streets. Council Minutes - 1/8/68 -9- 3060 After summation of bids for Bid #4434 for a compressor for pneumatic tools for the Public Works Department, it was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that the bid be awarded to the lowest and best bidder, American Compressor Company, for the total net delivered bid price of $1,230.17 and that all other bids be rejected. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Dunnum,, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None A summation of,bids for carpeting -specified areas of the City Hall rWAs= submitte4i according to a previous request by Council relating to savings on floor coverings. The City Manager reported the Purchasing Agent, Mr. Russ Reynolds, had made a very extensive survey on this and it shows there would be a saving of at least 60% in maintenance cost through installation of a hard weave carpeting as is now being used in many banks, businesses and hospitals. It was recommended that the bid be awarded to the Downey Furniture Company in the amount of $2,380 for their "Viking" carpeting. This relates to 480 square feet of carpeting for the Finance and Fire Wing instead of the previously suggested tile. Councilwoman Dunnum objected that not all carpet suppliers within the City of Downey had been contacted. Mr. Reynolds advised two additional bids were due but had not come in. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and so ordered that this bid be taken under submission until the other bids are submitted. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by the following vote to authorize Director of Public Works to attend the-�American Society of Civil Engineers National Meeting on Transportation Engineering in San Diego, February 19-23, 1968, with reasonable and necessary expenses allowed. 5 AYES: Morton, Dunnum, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin 0 NOES: None 0 ABSENT: None It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Morton and passed by the following vote that the City Engineer be authorized to attend the Institute of Traffic & Transportation Engineering Conference being held in Stockton, January 31 - February 3, 1968, with reasonable and necessary expenses allowed. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Dunnum, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and passed by the following vote that the Chief of Police be authorized to attend the Annual Attorney General All Zone and State Peace Officers' Committee Meeting in Palo Alto, February 1 and 2, 1968, with reasonable and necessary expenses allowed. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Dunnum, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None The City Manager requested authority to attend the Annual Advance Training Program (Management) in Santa Monica sponsored by the International City Managers Association January 28 to February 2. It was moved by Councilman Dunnum, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that authority be granted the City Manager to attend the Ninth Annual ,-"*i Management Training Program in Santa Monica, January 28, to February 2 with reasonable and necessary expenses if it is practicable for him to be away from the office at that time. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Dunnum, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Council Minutes - 1/8/68 -10- 3091 The City Manager stated funds had been approved in the 1967-68 Capital Improvements Budget for the traffic signal coordination on Imperial Highway in conjunction with the County of Los Angeles and neighboring cities. It seems the neighboring cities are in a better position to effect the coordination on Florence Avenue ddring this fiscal year than on Imperial Highway; therefore it was requested that this item in the Capital Improvements Gas Tax budget of $25,000 be changed from Imperial Highway Traffic Signal Coordination to Florence Avenue Traffic Signal Coordination. It was moved by Councilman Dickerson, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote to approve the Capital Improvements Gas Tax budget of $25,000 being changed from Imperial Highway Traffic Signal Coordination to Florence Avenue Traffic Signal Coordination. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Dunnum, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None After summation of bids for drapes and paneling in the Administration Office, Personnel and Conference Room, it was moved by,Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Dunnum and passed by the following vote to award the bid for the paneling to the Halas Compady in the amount of $2,193 and the M & A Construction Company in the amount of $420, for Administration and Finance Office, respectively, and authorize the following transfer of funds: AMOUNT FROM TO $2.613 Unbudgeted Capital Improvements City Hall Additions, Acct. #0913804 Account #0913814 AYES: 5 Councimen: Morton, Dunnum, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None .-•. It was suggested by Councilman Morton that the Council Meeting could be adjourned to Thursday morning in order to consider additional bids on the floor covering for the new Finance and Fire Department wings. The City Attorney suggested that a change order be approved in the present contract, substituting the hard weave type carpeting instead of the tile included in the previous contract, at a cost not to exceed $2,380, as previously submitted by Mr. King, City Manager. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Morton and passed by the following vote that the City Council change from the to carpeting and continue to study to the extent that all bids possible will be in by Thursday morning. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Dunnum, Temple, Dickerson, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered that Mr. N. R. Mallory, 10412 Woodruff Avenue, be appointed to the Citizens Beautifica- tion Committee. Councilman Morton inquired if any investigation had been done on the red paint being applied for curb markings. Mr. Spindel stated the cause for the paint's not adhering was due to its application to new curb and gutter upon which material had been sprayed to cure it. Steps will be taken to wash thoroughly before re -applying the red paint. Councilman Morton again requested a report be submitted relative to the sidewalks j proposed along Shellyfield. Councilman Morton complimented the City Clerk and Deputy for the fine job they did at the meeting, the first to be handled in their official capacities. Councilwoman Dunnum recommended that the presentation of historical sites made by the Downey Youth Historical Society be referred to the Adult society and that the De- partment of Public Works review the locations proposed. Council Minutes - 1/8/68 -11- L��O Council requested a separate report of all comments and questions raised raltive to the proposed vacation of 2nd Street at Brookshire, in addition to the Council minutes. Police Chief Ivan Robinson reported that the crime rate at the end of the year for the City of Downey showed a 5.4% increase, which is one of the lowest that he knows about in the entire State of California. Also, he reported, for the eighth year, the traffic accidents have continued to decrease, and in 1967, with a 30% increase in traffic, there has been a decrease of 23% in traffic accidents. He stated the citizens, engineers and the safety education program deserved much credit. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered to appoiht Bob Allison and Mrs. Norma Fergus to the Sister City Committee. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Dickerson and passed by following vote to adjourn at 10:50 P.M. to 8:00 A.M., Thursday morning, January 11, 1968, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Dunnum, NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: :None Alberta M. Pfeiffer L City Clerk Council Minutes - 1/8/68 -12- Temple, Dickerson, Corbin Ben 'd Corbin Mayor