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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-08-12-68-Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AUGUST 12, 1968 The City Council Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall at 7:30 P.M., August 12, 19689 Mayor Thomas H. Morton presiding. PRESENT: Councilmen: Corbin, Temple, Ferris, Winton, Morton ALSO PRESENT: Oren t'King-, City Manager Ivan 'kobinson, Chief of Police Robert'.X, Gain, Fire Chief Walter Vanke, Director of Water Department Ray Lakeq;:Airector of Building & Safety Lee Leavitt, City Engineer Robert Shand, Director of Finance James Ruth, Director of Parks and Recreation William A. Goggin, Director of Planning Donald Robison, Assistant to the City Manager Russell Reynolds, Purchasing Agent Alberta Pfeiffer, City Clerk -Treasurer Jeanne Cook, Deputy City Clerk In the absence of the regularly scheduled minister, the invocation was delivered by Ray Lake, Director of Building and Safety. Mayor Thomas H. Morton welcomed all citizens in the audience and requested, in view of the long agenda, that anyone wishing to speak on the various items come forward, state their name and address, and make their comments as brief as possible and without being repetitious.. He added that the City Council does welcome all persons interested in speaking to do so. At this time, Mayor Thomas H. Morton presented a plaque of commendation to Mr. Mike Kearns for his outstanding community service, having served on the City Planning Commission from 1956-60, and the Parking Place Commission from 1961 to 1968, Mr. Jim Lacey, Executive Director of the YMCA of Downey, was then presented a plaque commending him for hit outstanding community service. It was announced by Mayor Morton that Mr. Lacey is retiring. Council concurred with the commendations and wished Mr. Lacey good luck and congratulations, Mr, Lacey thanked Council for the commendation and stated it is the City Council who have helped make the City of Downey the growing, progressive community which it is and felt it a great honor bestowed upon him. Mr. Charles Higson, 8402 Lubec Street, introduced Japanese exchange student, Etsuko Kasatani, a sociology major from Knoan University near Kobe, Japan. The numerous exchange students are sponsored by the Lions Club, Miss Kasatani remarked how well she liked America and how happy she was to be able to visit Downey. Miss Kasatani was also made an honorary citizen of the City of Downey. Robert Chalmers, Chairman of the Zero Defects Committee of the Public Works Division, assisted by Mayor Morton, presented three quarterly awards to employees performing as much as, and better work, error -free under the Zero Defects Program. Recipients were: Mrs. Doris Hain, Secretary, Chuck Guerin, Forestry Division and Ross Dutton, Street Maintenance Department. Mr. Chalmers explained the basis for the Zero Defects Awards and after his statements, he was commended by the City Manager for a job well done as right-of-way agent and in bringing to a close the acquisition of additional property for the civic center, the property being known as the "Pink Apartments". Mayor Morton opened the hearing on the appeal to Zone Exception #7840 Paramount Boulevard at Farm Street; applicant - T. R. Masterson; appellants - Drs. Spindle and Hubble and asked the City Clerk if she had the proper affidavit of publication of the notice of the hearing. The City Clerk replied she had the affidavit and it was ordered received and filed. Mr. William A. 'Goggin, Director of Planning, gave a resume of the case which was to establish, operate and maintain a one story, 125-bed nursing home and a two story medical office building. Council Minutes - 8/12/68 -1- *126 7 The Mayor inquired of the City Clerk if she had received any communications or protests on Zone Exception #784 appeal. The City Clerk related letters had been re- ceived from the following persons: G. M. Anderson, 7918 E. 8th Street (Protesting) John M. Barr, 10408 Samoline Ave. (Favoring) Lucien Stryling, 10420 Samoline Ave. it John L. Gramstad, 7962 Farm Street it Mrs. Rose Barr, 7956-58-60-62 Farm Street (Favoring) W Two petitions containing a total of 15 signatures favoring the zone ex - ception. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Corbin and so ordered that the letters and petitions be received and filed. Speaking in favor of the appeal to Zone Exception #784 were the following persons: Dale Ingram, Consultant, speaking for applicants (from E1 Monte) Tom Masterson, 11401 E. Valley Blvd., E1 Monte, California Dr. David Spindle, 10734 Paramount Blvd., Downey Dr. David Hubble, 10734 Paramount Blvd., Downey Mr. Irving Kriss, 9361 Lubec Street, Downey Glenn Jones,,8356 E. 5th Street, Downey James A. Rippee, 7964 Farm Street John Moore, 7978 Farm Street Margaret Aquistepace, 7974 Farm Street Mr.. Dale Ingram presented pictures illustrating a convalescent home constructed by Mr. Tom Masterson in E1 Monte, which pictures were received and filed for the record. An artist's rendering of the proposed medical building and nursing home was also displayed. Mr. Ingram was questioned regarding the parking area as to whether a loading area or delivery zone was allowed for in view of the fact the number of parking spaces pro- posed is less than required by the zoning ordinance. An attempt was also made to clarify the difference between a convalescent home and a nursing home. Mr,. Glenn Jones stated there is an acute need for an extended care facility in the City of Downey and advised establishing this type of facility as soon as possible in the City of Downey. Speaking in opposition to Zone Exception #784 were the following persons: Harvey R. McKee, 7932 Farm Street, Downey Dr. Wesley Larson, 7944 Farm Street Arthur Callas, 7927 Farm Street All those speaking in protest remarked there would be insufficient parking, increased traffic down Farm Street with increased hazards to children. Rebuttal was made by Mr. Dale Ingram who stated he felt the loading zone and delivery area could be worked out, as well as stating due to the nature of the facility, he felt there would be sufficient parking at all times. Mr. James Rippee, 7964 Farm Street, stated in the sixteen years he has lived on Farm Street, the traffic is no heavier, and averages three cars an hour. There being no further comment, it was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Corbin and so ordered that the hearing be closed on the appeal to Zone Exception #784--Paramount Boulevard (Spindle.) Councilman Joseph G. Ferris stated he was concerned of the effect on the neighbors immediately abutting the property in question, both north and west on Samoline and had canvassed the area himself. The neighbors most affected were opposed to R-3 or apartment house and preferred in lieu thereof, a convalescent home or nursing home. Council Minutes - 8/12/68 -2- Based on the comments and evidence presented in the hearing, it was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote to grant the appeal to Zone Exception #784 and refer the matter back to the Planning Commission for report and any necessary conditions to be placed on the zone exception. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Temple, Ferris, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mayor Morton stated he normally supports the General Plan but he does feel, however, there are cases where it warrants a study. He must be governed to a great extent by the desires of the people living in that community. On the basis therefore -th.a:t Councilman Ferris did make the survey and his opinion seems to be for a prefer- ence for a convalescent or nursing home facility, this would indicate that the General Plan should be reviewed. Mayor Morton opened the hearing on the resolution of intention to vacate a portion of Quill Drive and asked the City Clerk if she had the proper affidavits of posting and publication. The City Clerk replied she had the affidavits, which were ordered received and filed. The City Engineer, Lee Leavitt, presented a report stating that the Planning Commission had recommended this vacation. The City of Downey will retain a sewer easement over an existing sewer within a portion of said vacation. There were no written comments or protests. Dr, Arnold Finch, 11687 Brookshire Avenue, representing the Downey Unified School District, which District requested consideration of the vacation of portions of Quill Drive, remarked that he is willing to assist in any way necessary in these proceedings. There being no further comments, it was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Corbin and so ordered that the hearing on the resolution of intention to vacate portions of Quill Drive be closed. RESOLUTION NO. 2104 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ORDERING VACATION OF THE SOUTHWESTERLY TEN FEET OF QUILL DRIVE NORTHWESTERLY OF OLD RIVER SCHOOL ROAD 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 was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 2104 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Temple, Ferris, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None The Mayor opened the hearing on the Resolution declaring an Underground Utility District on and about the Downey Municipal Hospital and inquired of the City Clerk if she had the Affidavits of Posting and Mailing. City Clerk Alberta Pfeiffer stated she had the affidavits which were ordered received and filed. Mr. Lee Leavitt, City Engineer, advised that notices had been maildd to the property owners and Utility Companies affected relative to the matter. He also stated it is recommended that the property owned by the Trenery's be deleted from the district. The City Manager outlined the amended boundaries of the Undergrounding Utility District to be formed. Amended maps were submitted to the City Council. There being no oral and no written comments or protests, it was moved by Council- man Temple, seconded by Councilman Winton and so ordered that the hearing relative to the Undergrounding Utility District be closed. Council Minutes - 8/12/68 -3- 3269 RESOLUTION NO. 2105 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DECLARING THAT AN UNDERGROUND UTILITY DISTRICT IS FORMED PURSUANT TO RESOLUTION NO. 2101 (DISTRICT NO. 1) The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Winton 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. 2105 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Temple, Ferris, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mayor Morton opened the hearing on assessments for Phlox Street, AD #105 and asked the City Clerk if she had the Affidavits of Mailing, Posting and Publication. City Clerk Alberta Pfeiffer replied she had the affidavits. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Corbin and so ordered that the affidavits be received and filed. The Mayor asked the City Clerk if she had received any communications or protests on this matter. The City Clerk reported she had received letters from the following: Geqrge S. Cade, President, Downey Welding & Mfg. Co. Inc. 8017-29 East Phlox Street, Downey John W. Ezzell, Ezzell Investment Company 11432 South Paramount Boulevard, Downey Gladys L. Wellman, 8113 E. Phlox Street, Downey The above persons protested payment for improvements through an assessment district formation in view of the fact that in Tract #12085, Phlox Street, Koopman Street and the alley were all dedicated by the subdivider and accepted by the County on February 27, 1940. They feel it is not proper to expect the property owners to pay for a street that has already been accepted by the City. However, since curbs and gutters were not included in the tract development, Messrs. Cade and Ezzell expressed a willingness to pay that particular cost. Speaking in protest to the assessments for AD #105, Phlox Street was Mr. Harold T. Tredway. His protest was based also upon the acceptance of the street by the County in 1940 and to the distribution of the costs. Letters from the County Board of Supervisors relative to Tract #12085, acceptance by the County, were presented to the City Clerk. The letters were ordered received and filed as part of the record. It was recommended by Council that the City Attorney review them. The City Engineer advised that the property owners are only being assessed for pavement which goes beyond what has been done in the past. He also reported that under the Streets and Highways Code, any street dedicated and not fully improved, with 50% consent of the property owners, may be reconstructed. After discussion by Council of the basis of the costs of the assessment, the width of the street and the previous acceptance by the County, it was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Ferris and passed by the following vote to take the matter under submission and to continue the hearing to 7:30 P.M., September 9, 1968, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, with a detailed report submitted regarding street width and the City Attorney's opinion of what was presented tonight. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Temple, Ferris, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mr. Tredway requested written notice regarding the future meeting. The Mayor directed that all property owners, as well, be notified. Council Minutes - 8/12/68 -4- *1Z7® The Mayor opened the hearing on DIP #561, Units 1 and 2, Paramount Boulevard regarding notice of costs under lien procedures. There being no written and no oral comments or protests to Downey Improvement Project #561, it was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Corbin and so ordered that the hearing be closed. RESOLUTION NO. 2106 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENTS FOR CHAPTER 27 PROCEEDINGS FOR DOWNEY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 561, PARAMOUNT BOULEVARD The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Ferris 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. 2106 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Temple, Ferris, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded, .by Councilman Corbin and so ordered that the minutes of the meeting of July 23, 1968, be approved as corrected. The Mayor decl4red a 10-minute recess with Council reconvening at 9:40 P.M. with roll call, all members of the City Council being present. The M-6yor Advised-.tkat At`-th.e.'t3me 4f the hearing on the Underground Utility District, authority should have been granted for signing of an easement agreement with the Southern California Edison Company. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Ferris and passed by the following vote that the Mayor or City Manager be authorized to execute the Agreement with the Southern California Edison Company for the additional underground facilities necessary to complete the extension of underground utilities and their maintenance. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Temple, Ferris, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None The City Clerk presented the following correspondence: Fourth quarter, 1967-68 financial report from the Downey Civic Chorus was ordered received and filed. Minutes of the Transportation Evaluation Committee and Technical Subcommittee Meeting of the League of California Cities. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered that this be received and filed. A letter from Patricia A. Delaney, Chairman of the California Board of Park & Recreation Personnel in commendation to Thomas Edward McCourt for his certification as a Registered Recreator. Mr. James Ruth, Director of Parks and Recreation, informed Council that this registration has become a mark of distinction in the recreation profession in the State of California and that no:, -only are the qualifications for admittance to the examination high, but the test itself demands a professional knowedge of the recreation field. It designates that Mr. McCourt is capable of the vitally important task of providing facilities and programs for the worthwhile use of leisure of the citizens. Council Minutes - 8/12/68 -5- 41271 It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Winton and so ordered that a letter of congratulations be-3sent to Thomas Edward McCourt. A letter from Los Angeles Airways, Inc. relative to the use by the Sheriff's Aero Detail of the Downey Heliport. Certain stipulations will be required by L.A. Airways before granting its authority for this usage: Los Angeles Airways insurance policies naming the City of Downey as additional assured shall not cover or apply to the proposed use by the County of Los Angeles. "Hold Harmless" clause of Section 17 shall not apply or cover the proposed use by the County of Los Angeles That the City of Downey will secure "Hold Harmless" clauses in the name of the City of Downey and Los Angeles Airways, Inc. and that Los Angeles Airways be named as additional assured in any liability insurance coverage held by the County of Los Angeles or its department for such intended operation. Authority was requested for the Mayor to execute acceptance of the above items. It was moved by Councilman Temple and seconded by Councilman Ferris that the Mayor be authorized to sign acceptance of stipulations by the Los Angeles Airways governing the use of the Sheriff's Aero Detail. Councilman Winton remarked that in meetings with Mr. Kesselring of Los Angeles Airways they have been previously requested to observe noise and flight patterns however he has observed violations. Councilman Winton stated that if they are not capable of maintaining a pattern that will not endanger or annoy, and if it is not their intent to continue to observe their agreement with the City of Downey, he will recommend invalidating the agreement so that they wtll be unable to use the Heliport. The agreement works very well as long as approaches over the industrial areas are continued. He recommended a close surveillance of their operation as well as the ARGUS operation. The Mayor called for the vote on the motion previously stated, which passed by the following vote: AYES: 4 Councilmen: Corbin, Temple, Ferris, Morton NOES: 1 Councilman: Winton ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mayor Morton directed the City Manager to review the matter of violations of agreement with Los Angeles Airways immediately. Mrs. Cora Rowe, 9435 Borson Street, commended Councilman Winton for taking the keen interest in District #1 with special attention placed on Heliport operations. She stated she is opposed to the disturbances caused by the helicopters approaching and departing the Heliport. Copy of Tax Talk, Los Angeles Bureau of Municipal Research Edition, regarding Los Angeles County assessments was ordered received and -filed. A letter from Arnold Finch, Superintendent, Downey Unified School District, appointing the following Board members to serve on the School -City Joint Recreatim Committee for 1968-69 school year: .-_� Mr. Meritt M. Yancey and Dr. James Harvey Ordered received and filed. Letter from Arnold Finch, Superintendent, Downey Unified School District and Secretary to the Board of Education appoint Board members as nonvoting ex officio City Traffic Advisory Committee members representing the Board of Edication: Mrs. Betty L. Kilpatrick and Mr. H. Lee Trafford Ordered received and referred to the Traffic Committee for their information. Council Minutes - 8/12/68 -6- 32'72 A letter from Downey Unified School District requesting that the City Council and the Board of Education work closely and cooperatively on the possible modifica- tions of the adopted Century Freeway Route was ordered received and filed. A letter from Mr. Orville G. Miller and Pauline L. Miller opposing the matter of keeping the City Library open on Sundays. Mr. Ring stated the matter was con- sidered with the Library remaining open certain hours beginning in September. Council referred the letter to the Library Board. A commendation from the Boy Scouts of America, Los Angeles Area Council for the outstanding work and services rendered by Mr. Al Rubin. Ordered received and filed. A bulletin from the League of California Cities regarding the November Initiative Property Tax Limitation. The City Council directed the City Manager to notify them of the meeting to be held on this matter. A copy of a Letter from City Manager Oren L. King to Mr. George Binder, 404 N. Roxbury Drive, Beverly Hills, with regard to cancellation by Mr. Binder of their lease with the Southern Pacific Company for the parking area south of his building in Downey. The letter advised Mr. Binder that the Southern Pacific Company is planning on developing the area from Downey Avenue westerly to LaReina Avenue-- and it is not definite if the property will be available for continued use as a parking lot upon cancellation of the lease in question. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Winton and so ordered that the matter be referred to the Parking Place Commission. Copy of a letter from Mayor Morton directed to Mr. John A. Legarra, State 4 Highway Engineer, relative to acquisition of right of way at the point of intersection of the San Gabriel River Freeway and Florence Avenue. The letter requested that the property be declared excess at an early date in order that the land may be utilized for a park and recreation facility. The letter was for information only and was ordered received and filed. A copy of letter from City Manager Oren L. King directed to Mr. DeRoy Dickson, Manager, Southern California Edison Company, Downey office, regarding the City's desire to lease ten acres in the vicinity of Florence Avenue and the San Gabriel River Freeway, for the development of park and recreational purposes. This, for information only and was ordered received and filed. A copy of letter from the City Manager directed to Mr. Kenji Murata, 11153 Little Lake Road, advising of negotiations with the Division of Highways for fourteen acres in the area of the San Gabriel River Freeway and Florence Avenue, as well as contact- ing the Southern California Edison Company for lease arrangements of ten acres of ground owned by Edison which Mr. Murata has been farming in precious years. Lee Leavitt, City Engineer, reported there is no drainage. Council referred this problem to Mr. Ervin Spindel, Director of Public Works. The City Manager stated that Mr. Murata is very cooperative with the City in its plans to develop a park and recreational area, sometime during the year 1969. A letter from William W. Dunlop, Secretary of the Public Utilities Commission, State of California, advising that the Mayor's letter sent recently with regard to Application #50363 of Southern California Edison Company for rate increase has been forwarded to counsel representing the Commission staff in this matter for his review and consideration. Ordered received and filed. A letter from Adrian Wilson Associates stating their costs will be held to a minimum in doing their part to establish the design relationships, materials and appearance of the Veterans Memorial so that it will harmonize with the Theatre forecourt and submitted 2-1/2 times the drafting costs as an equitable fee for this service. Oren L. King, City Manager, outlined the plans for the Veterans Memorial. The cost is estimated to be $25,000 to $27,000. Mr. King stated the plans have been Council Minutes - 8/12/68 -7- presented to the committee who have approved the final design and recommend adoption of the plan and moving ahead for bids. Mayor Morton reported that the design was so thought out by both the committee and architect that it ended up at some savings on the front of the Theatre. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Winton and passed by the following vote to authorize calling for bids for the Veterans Memorial. The City Manager was asked to report back to Council the actual architectural fees. Councilman Corbin inquired about the amount of donations received to date for this Veterans Memorial and was informed by Mayor Morton that $1500 has been donated, with continuing efforts to solicit funds and all indications are that there will be additional funds forthcoming. The item of correspondence pertaining to improvements of 'properties on Downey Sanford Bridge Road which had been continued from the meeting of July 23 was held for later consideration in the Council Meeting together with the proposed local street paveout policy. A memorandum from Lee Leavitt, City Engineer, relative to a request from the City of Norwalk for a proposed de -annexation, involving the San Gabriel River Channel,. After discussion, the matter was taken under submission for further study. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote that the legal claims from General Telephone Company, Mrs. Doralee Hayek, Miss Nancy Weatherbee and Scott Stratford be denied and referred to the City's insurance carrier. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Temple, Ferris, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None A memorandum from James W. Hartley, Chairman of the Planning Commission, questioning the existing system of control of bus benches on public right of way. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered that the City Attorney be directed to draft an appropriate ordinance regulating bus benches. Councilman Winton recommended that some kind of canopy or shelter be established at Firestone and Downey Avenue for persons awaiting busses at that Location. Minutes of the Hospital Authority Meeting were ordered received and filed. A Notice of a prehearing conference regarding Southern California Edison Company Rate Increase Application No. 50363. Council recommended notifying the Commission to deny the request for this rate increase. Mr. S. T. Ziler, 7648 Cecilia Street, requested that Council appoint some citizens to serve on the committee in conjunction with the Traffic Advisory Committee on the Century Freeway question to make it a well-rounded committee and taking it out of the hands of elected officials. Mayor Morton remarked that the committee working on the Century Freeway alignment seems to be a well organized, workable committee. Councilman Corbin stated the City Council listens to all interested and involved or affected by the aligning of the freeway. ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING LEASE BETWEEN THE CITY OF DOWNEY AND DOWNEY COMMUNITY HOSPITAL FOUNDATION The title was read by the City Clerk. A communication from the Downey Community Hospital Board of Trustees authorized their President and Secretary to sign the lease with the exception of the portion of Paragraph 6 which is in parenthesis referring tothecommercial structures fronting upon Brookshire Ane�is3ositiongofstto hbch 3ie reserved by Lessor. Clarification was requested s. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Ferris and so ordered that the ordinance be taken under submission. Council Minutes - 8/12/68 -8- • 274 ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING SECTION 6560 OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE, WHICH SAID SECTION RELATES TO PRIVATE PATROLMEN UNIFORMS The ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Corbin and so ordered that further reading be waived Police Chief Ivan A. Robinson clarified the amendment being requested by this ordinance, and is proposed to distinguish between color of uniform of e ulaT policeofficers Vd priv t at gqlmen. This was in reply to Councilman Wi ton s questions regar�ing nee o tis amendment. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote that the ordinance be introduced. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Corbin, Temple, Ferris, Morton NOES: 1 Councilman: Winton ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ADDING SECTION 4133 TO THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE, WHICH SAID SECTION RELATES TO SHOPPING CARTS The ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple 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: Corbin, Temple, Ferris, Morton; NOES: 0; ABSENT: 0 ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING SECTION 3186(u), RELATING TO RESTRICTED SPEED LIMITS (WASHBURN ROAD) The ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Winton and passed by the following vote that the ordinance be introduced. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Temple, Ferris, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Councilman Winton requested further study be made of what affect this change of speed limit has within 60 days. RESOLUTION NO, 2103 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING AND AGREEING TO PROPOSED CHANGE IN LOS ANGELES TRANSPORTATION STUDY AREA AND AMENDING AGREEMENT OF AUGUST 24, 1964 The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Winton and so ordered that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Cortin, seconded by Councilman Winton and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 2103 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Temple, Ferris, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Council Minutes - 8/12/68 -9- Xi_ Councilman Winton requested that the resolution for the appointment of Mrs. Betty Kilpatrick to the Planning Commission be removed, with regret. He stated he feels Mrs. Kilpatrick is one of the finest public-spirited citizens in Downey. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered that the resolution submitted for appointment for District 1 of a member of the Planning Commission be removed and not re -introduced. RESOLUTION NO. 2107 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO VACATE PORTIONS OF DORION STREET AND PARKCLIFF STREET LYING SOUTHEASTERLY OF BARLIN AVENUE WITHIN TR4iCT 27769 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 was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 2107 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Temple, Ferris, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None The resolution sets the hearing for 7:30 P.M., August 27, 1968, in the Council Chamber of the City Hall. RESOLUTION NO. 2108 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY PROHIBITING PARKING OF VEHICLES ON WASHBURN ROAD, SOUTH SIDE BETWEEN BELLFLOWER BLVD. AND IZETTA AVE., AND NORTH SIDE BETWEEN IZETTA AVE. AND WOODRUFF AVE. The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Ferris and so ordered that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 2108 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Temple, Ferris, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 2109 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DESIGNATING GOTHAM STREET A THROUGH STREET AT ITS INTERSECTION WITH CASANES AVENUE The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Winton and so ordered that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 2109 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Temple, Ferris, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 2110 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DESIGNATING VISTA DEL ROSA AVENUE A THROUGH STREET AT ITS INTERSECTION WITH THE EAST SERVICE ROAD OF PARAMOUNT BOULEVARD The resolution was read by title only. Council Minutes - 8/12/68 -10- 3276 It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Winton and so ordered that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Ferris and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 2110 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Temple, Ferris, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 2111 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY PROHIBITING PEDESTRIAN CROSSING OF PARAMOUNT BOULEVARD IN THE SOUTH CROSSWALK AT VISTA DEL ROSA AVENUE The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Corbin and so ordered by the Mayor that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 2111 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Temple, Ferris, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 2112 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY PROHIBITING PEDESTRIAN CROSSING OF IMPERIAL HIGHWAY AT SMALLWOOD AVENUE (SOUTH LEG) The resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Corbin and so ordered that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Winton and passed," by the following vote that Resolution No. 2112 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Temple, Ferris, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 2113, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY MODIFYING THE SELECT SYSTEM OF STREETS BY CERTAIN ADDITIONS AND DELETIONS The resolution was read by title only. It was goved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. 2113 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Temple, Ferris, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None ^` It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote, after summation of bids, to award Cash Contract No. 211, Via Rio Nido, Westerly of Old River School Road and Old River School Road, northerly of Via Rio Nido for construction of curbs, gutters, sidewalks, driveways and paving to the lowest and best bidder, G. G. Fisher Paving Company, in the amount of the unit prices contained in the bid proposal, to waive the irregularity of the bid bond submitted and reject all other bids. Council Minutes - 8/12/68 -11- 3277 RESOLUTION NO. WS-598 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AND CERTIFYING THE FUNDS OUT OF WHICH THE SAME ARE TO BE PAID (#608 - #1122, PAYROLL - July 26, 1968; #1123 - #1623, PAYROLL - August 9, 1968: $1.59,394.45 and $157,655.97) The resolution was read by the City Clerk by title only. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Ferris and so ordered that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councs7.man Temple, seconded by Councilman Ferris and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. WS-598 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Temple, Ferris, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. WS-599 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AND CERTIFYING THE FUNDS OUT OF WHICH THE SAME ARE TO BE PAID (#448 - #635 $172,369.77) The resolution was read by the City Clerk by title only. It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Winton and so ordered that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote that Resolution No. WS-599 be adopted. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Temple, Ferris, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Council Minutes - 8/12/68 -lla- 32'78 AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Temple, Ferris, Winton, Morton 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 specifications and authorize advertising for bids for Cash Contract No. 220, tennis court lighting, Furman Park. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Temple, Ferris, Winton, Morton 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 specifications and grant authority to advertise for bids fox the construction of sidewalks at various locations throughout the City under Cash Contract #234. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Temple, Ferris, Morton, Winton 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 approve plans and specifications and grant author*ty':to advertise for bids for Cash Contract No. 201, Parking Lot No. 18, 8443 Firestone Boulevard. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Temple, Ferris, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Ferris and passed by the following vote to grant the contractor, C.T. & F., Inc., Bell Gardens, an extension of time for completion of Cash Contract #SS-173 of seven (7) days for completion of traffic signals at Paramount Boulevard and Vista Del. Rosa, and that the contractor be informed that damages of $100.00 per day will be charged commencing August 20, each day, until satisfactory completion of this project. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Temple, Ferris, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None The City Engineer reported that plans and specifications for the construction of a parking lot located on the vacant lot at 8136 Third Street have been com- pleted. The construction consists of a center aisle raised concrete walkway, retaining walls, concrete drain gutter, a lighting system and asphaltic concrete paving which is designed to join the parking area of the Tempest Building to the south. A desire has been expressed that the end of the project be scheduled to coincide as closely as practicable to the opening date of the Tempest Building, which is September 19. Estimated cost of the construction of the project is $12,000.00, and funds are available in the current budget. It was recommended that Council approve the plans and specifications and grant authority to advertise for bids for this parking lot. Councilman Winton remarked that as a public enterprise, there should be suf- ficient parking supplied for residents and tenants of the building in question, and he does not feel it is the City's obligation to provide parking adjacent to it. The City Manager reported on the acquisition of this property by the City at the time it was being considered for a Superior Court site. When the courts were not located in Downey, this area had been considered and budgeted for a parking lot for some time. Mr. King reiterated that the City has been endeavoring to put in some parking lots each year. It was also stated that although it is adjacent to a large building, the lot would serve a much larger area. The contractor has agreed to grading and paving. Upon question from Mayor Morton, the City Manager replied that this area is City -owned. Council Minutes - 8/12/68 -12- 3279 It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Temple altd passed by the following vote that plans and specifications be approved for Cash Contract �Io. 2350 Parking Lot No. 69 8136 Third Street and authority be granted to gdvertlse or bids: AYES: 3 Templeg Ferris, Morton (Mayor Morton qualified his vote, since it NOES: 1 Councilman Winton has been pending for quite some tom) ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None ABSTAIN: 1 Corbin (Councilman Corbin stated he abstained due to the fact that the property is adjacent to property owned by him,) It was reported by Russ K. Reynolds' Purchasing Agent, that bids had been requested of all local suppliers on the City's projected annual needs of photographic supplies for 1968-69 (exclusive of developing and specialty work). After summation of bids, it was stated that it is the general practice for many businesses to bid high on some items and low on others; i.e. 2% on some and 6% on others. This is done on an overall basis for low bid purposes. It was moved by Councilman Temples seconded by Councilman Winton and passed by the following vote that the bid be splits award on the basis of the lowest bid -by -item, with Firestone Camera Center being low bidder on seven items and Paramount Camera low on ten items of the bid summary. AYES: 3 Councilmen: Temple, Ferris, Winton NOES: 2 Councilmen: Corbin, Morton ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Requested reclassification and salary adjustments for Record Clerk and Police Clerk were made by Chief of Police, Ivan A. Robinson. It was moved by Councilman Templeg seconded by Councilman Ferris and so ordered that the matter be referred to the Personnel Advisory Board. It was moved by Councilman Corbing seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote to award contract for demolition of the Nazarene Church Miscellaneous Project #1000 to the lowest and best bidder, Valley Leader Service Company in the amount of $2,9209 taking into consideration the church's needs in the interim of their new building's completion. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Templeg Ferris, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: ;None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Templeg seconded by Councilman Winton and passed by the following vote to approve specifications and authorize advertising for bids for the sale of h6use and garage to be moved from City owned property at 8455 Sixth Street (northwest corner of Brookshire Avenue and Sixth Street,) The minimum acceptable bid to be set at $1,500.00. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbing Temple, Ferris, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was reported by the Department of Public Works that the property at the southwest corner of Gallatin Road and Stoakes Avenue has a tremendous amount of shrubbery growing in the parkway area and within the 25-foot diagonal from the curb lines at the intersection, which causes a very dangerous obstruction to vidw of traffic on Gallatin Road from Stoakes Avenue. The department has been in constant contact with the property owner for many years, both by letter and by personal contact and while at times there has been some attempt to cut the growth back, it inevitably grows back in just as dense a condition, which is a violation of Section 4800 of the Downey Municipal Code. It was recommended, under provisions of Section 4801, that the Traffic Engineer or his authorized representa- tive proceed with the removal of the shrubbery with the cost of this abatement becoming an obligation against the owner of the property. The property shall be posted and if the owner does not abate the nuisance within 20 days after the posting, the City may take action. Council Minutes - 8/12/68 -13- 3280 It was moved by Councilman Cor.`in,seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote to authorize the Department of Public Works to proceed with the removal of the shrubbery causing the visibility obstruction at the southwest corner of Gallatin Road and Stoakes Avenue, and to assess the cost of the work against the property owner. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin9 Temple, Ferris' Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was reported that two lump -sum bids were received for Miscellaneous Project No. 1010, Bid 4488 for new doors for the City Hall. The Purchasing Agent, Russell Reynolds9 was asked to give the names of those to whom calls for bid were sent. It was then moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote to award the bid for the installation of the doors and glassware in the two main City Hall entrances per Bid #4488 to the lowest and best bidder, Tustin Glass - Downey Shower Door Company of Downey in the amount of the lump sum bid, $1,624.27, and that all other bids be rejected. AYES: 5 Councilmen: . Corbin, Temple, Ferris, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None After discussion on the proposed policy for matching funds for local street paveouts, it was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Ferris and passed by the following vote adopt matching fund policy, with allocations being on a District basis, with no City contributions for undedicated streets, and that it be for voluntary paveouts only; all construction which would be required under City ordinances such as by lot split, zone exception, building requirements NOT included; setting forth that the property owner would pay 25C per square foot for paveout up to a maximum of 6 feet from the lip of the gutter, making a maximum payment by property owner of $1.50 per lineal foot, so that on a 100 foot lot, payment would be $150.00g and that the following transfer of funds for this program be authorized: AMOUNT: $509000.00 FROM: Unappropriated Reserves TO: Acct. #15000 AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Temple, Ferris, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Winton and passed by the following vote to authorize matching funds under the paveout policy set forth and adopted by the immediate preceding action taken by Council, as requested by the various property owners on Downey -Sanford Bridge Road, at the followinglocations- on an administrative basis: 9761 Downey -Sanford Bridge Road - W. S. Nielsen 9767 Downey -Sanford Bridge Road - Harold Provin 9809 Downey -Sanford Bridge Road - A. M. Wilson 9850 Downey -Sanford Bridge Road - Harold Wilkins AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Temple, Ferris, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None James Ruth, Director of Parks and Recreation, reported on the survey of a proposed park development at Dinwiddie and Rio Hondo Drive9 and the hearing held before the Park and Recreation Commission on August 6, 1968. It was recommended that City Council authorize development of a park and recreational facility at Dinwiddie and Rio Hondo Drive. It was moved by Councilman i�erris, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote to authorize the Park and Recreation Department to develop preliminary plans for the site at Dinwiddie and Rio Hondo Drive and enter into Agreement with the Southern California Edison Company for utilization of that site as a park developments AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Temple, Ferris, Winton, Morton NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: 8 Councilmen: None Council Minutes - 8/12/68 -14- 3281 The two -month General Plan progress report requested previously by City Council, and in particuiar by Councilman Ferris, was submitted to Council by Planning Director William Goggin. Councilman Ferris inquired if the information on population analysis might not be available from the Los Angeles Regional Planning Committee. Mr. Goggin reported the figures are not available yet due to lack of Federal census data. The Directof of Planning stated figures are available on the increased number of homes, parks, etc. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote to authorize 15 days' sick leave with pay for Mr. Harold 0. Bland, Jr. Engineering Aide, who has had a siege of throat cancer. AYES: 5 Councilmen: C®rbin, Temple, Ferris, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Cou ncilseni, None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Temple, secended by Councilman Ferris and passed by the following vote to authorize the Mayor to sign the Agreeawnts with Ray's Towing Automotive Service, District i to the West City limits; Doug's Tug as District 2 to the East City limits; and United Toying Service for auto towing and property services with the United Towing Service being the first alternate in both districts in case of the inability of either of the other two to perform.. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Temple, Ferris, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Winton and passed by the following vote to authorize Mr. Donald B. Robison, Deputy Director of Civil Defense, to attend a conference on local government under the title of "Urban Disorder and Local Government - Causes and Response" at Rancho Bernardo Inn near San Diego, August 22-24, 1968, as well as the Fire, Police Chief (or their deputies) and any Councilmen who may be able to attend, with reasons b le and necessary expenses allowed. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Temple, Ferris, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilmen Corbin, seconded by Councilman Temple and passed by the following vote to authorize Fire Chief Robert A. Gain to attend the West Rfnnual Fire Chiefs Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada, September 8 - 12, 1968, with reasonably and necessary expenses allowed. AYES: 5 Councilmen; Corbin, Temple, Ferris, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Ferris and so ordered that the Library Advisory Board be authorized the use of the Patio at City Hall from 3:00 to 4:00 P.M., Wednesday Afternoon, August 21, 1968, for awards for the Summer Reading Club. Authority was requested to complete escrow proceedings with Leontine Ubrun and Edith Ubrun for purchase of the six -unit pink apartment house at 8410 Second Street, for a total purchase price of $65,000.00 as submitted by the appraiser. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Ferris and passed by the following vote to authorize the Mayor or the City Manager to enter into escrow and execute the Escrow;x Agreement with Edith and Leontine Ubrun for purchase of the apartments located at 8410 Second St vet for the purchase price of $65,000.00. AYES: 5 Councilmen Corbin, TeV,16, Ferris, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Counc i lmen,t Now ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Council Minutes . 8/12/68 .4 5- 3282 City Manager Oren L. King presented a schedule showing the Theatre schedule through advertising'fbr bids within a month for Council information. Councilman Temple requested the City Forestry Department to trim trees on the City easement in front of 7718 Phlox Street, residence of Mary Zenchek, who has PTSye?sttd O1 iesRamsee f r approximatel two years. Also reported by him was a com- p y y, �1Q2 Priscilla Street, that trees need pruning, Councilman Temple also asked surveillance by the Traffic Committee of a hazard at the intersection of Orizaba and Stewart and Gray Road, due to parking of vans at the intersection obstructing traffic vision at that location. He suggested a possible prohibition of parking within 100 feet from the intersection. Councilman Scott Temple also requested a study by the Traffic Committee of Burns Avenue where a traffic hazard exists due to cars darting out from the one-way street. Councilman Morton added he would recommend cleaning up of the railroad property in this area. Councilman Temple requested a report on the parking problem on Ryerson Avenue north of Imperial Highway where one side of the street is in South Gate and the other side is in Downey. Another request by Councilman Temple was to have the weeds cleaned up at 7519 Laura Street as requested by Richard Polsky, The City Manager reported it had been investigated that morning and it'has been requested that the area be cleaned. Many additional requests and complaints from citizens in District #2 have been received by Councilman Temple relative to the high tax assessments with a 25% increase. He stated that most or some of these properties are owned by pensioners who find it extremely difficult to pay increased taxes. Councilman Temple urged a followup on the tax assessments investigation, urging a possible increase of 20% instead of 25%, that would, he feels, still be realistic and enable the Cities and County to operate. Councilman Temple requested being absent from the next Council Meeting, August 27, 1968, due to necessity for him to attend a 2-day conference required by his employer. So ordered. It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered to approve the following Committee appointments: Youth Advisory Committee: Mr. Galen Steele Sanitation & Health: Dr. Arthur L. Harvey It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Temple and so ordered that Charles W. Dickerson be appointed as a committee of one to complete the Vultee Room at the Heliport building which was begun by him a year or so ago. (He will donate materials and desires to finish this project as he is a charter member of the Vultee Club and dedicated to this project.) With regard to the zoning matter which was appealed and taken under submission several weeks ago, it was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote that the previous decision of the City Council, that the appeal on Zone Exception #790, Tweedy Lane and Suva Street, Applicant Luprele Williams, be upheld and the decision of the Planning Commission der.0.0-d, AYES: 5 Councilmen: Corbin, Temple, Ferris, Winton, Morris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None ^" It was requested by Councilman Winton that an investigation be made as to why the highway crews are surveying along Bellflower Boulevard at (1) Ratliffe Avenue; (2) Adoree Street; (3) Borson Street; and (4) Imperial Highway. There has been no alignment decided upon for the Century Freeway and there may possibly be deviations of 3001. He stated he would like it reported to the news media as to why the survey crews are working in these locations, and information released to the news media that NO design changes have been made, as yet. Council approved Councilman Winton's request to be absent from the next Council Meeting, August 27, 1968, and possibly the meeting of September 9.' Council Minutes - 8/12/68 -16. Councilman Morton remarked that he has received further complaints from the residents with regard to oil surveying '(broken windows and cracked walls), He merely wished to point up once again that it is a problem and there is damage caused by these surveys. Councilman Corbin requested a report on establishing a restroom on one of the downtown parking lots. He continues to receive inquires on this matter. The City Manager reported nothing has been done on this to date but that a report on recommendations as to location, time element, etc. can be brought to Council., Councilman Temple requested that a report be submitted to Council regarding the entrance signs into the City. City Manager Oren L. King reported that the Downtown Businessmens Association wish to have a celebration regarding "Grand Opening" Downey Avenue the week before school convenes -- Friday, September 13. Mayor and Council will be requested to participate. There being no further business to come before Council, the meeting was adjourned at 11:35 P.M. ALBERTA PFETFFER G'��°'�+ THOMAS H. MORTON all // i CITY CLERK MAYOR Council Minutes - 8/12/68 -17-