HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-03-09-70-Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY
COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
MARCH 9, 1970
T A B L E O F M I N U T E
A C T I O N
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SUBJECT:
ACTION:
PAGE NO.
Contribution-$826, for piano for new Downey Theatre
Accepted
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Minutes of City Council Meeting of 2/24/70
Approved
1
City Franchise-S.C.Water'Co.
Action withheld
1
Petition -for crosswalk, light, change in parking
regulations,vicinity of Imperial & Barlin Ave.
Referred to
Traffic Comm.
2
Application for increase in rates, General Telephone
Company
Referred to
City Mgr.
2
Painting exterior of B of A Bldg.
Approved
2
Conf.-Municipal Finance Officers Assn.5/24-28/70
Approved
2
Request, Downey S & L Assn. -traffic signal,
Florence at Birchdale Avenue
Taken under
submission
2
Downey Theatre Change Order - No. 61
Approved
3
60 days addl. Sick Leave - Frank Blue, Custodian
Approved
3
Pool Car Replacement-
Approved
3
Sidewalk Matching Fund Proj. #316. Request to
_place on Council Agenda
Approved
4
Resignation R. Cruse, Health & Sanit. Committee
Accepted
4
Request preservation of Mocabee Home
Ref. to Cn.
Ferris
4
Membership Eel River Water Council
Ref. Water
Board
4
Cross Country Hike- Warren High Students
Held
4
Technical -Medical Secretaries Day (Cerritos)
Approved
4
Legal Claims:
Daniel D. Rinkin, 8162 La Paz, Huntington Beach
Elden L. Corwin, 12062 Jetty Circle, Garden Grove
Michael T. Bergman, 211-C Laxor St., Anaheim
W . E. Maloney, 120 N. Syracuse, Anaheim
Denied.Ref.
to Ins.Carrier
4
Resolution No. WS-676 ("B" Warrants)
Adopted
5
Resolution No. WS-677 (Payroll)
Adopted
5
Cash Contract #260, Water Main, Stewart & Gray Rd.
Award contract, transfer funds
Approved
5
Cash Contract #247, Unit 2, Misc. Repairs
Approve extra work, transfer funds
Approved
5
Cash Contract #SS-187, Widening Imperial Hwy.
Bridge, Auth. Signing-Cert. Right -of -Way
Authorized
5
Cash Contract #SS-191, Paramount Blvd. Purchase
Right -of -Way (Parcel #22)
Approved
6
Cash Contract #SS-2'18, Unit 2, Gallatin Rd.
Improvements in exchange for right-of-way
Authorized
6
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Table of Minute Actions (cont'd)
SUBJECT:
ACTION:
PAGE NO.
Downey Improvement Project #603, Paramount Blvd.
Chapter #27 Proceedings
Approved
6
Sidewalk Constr. Florence Ave.
Approved
6
Removal & reconstr. curb return & spandrel SE
corner 6th and Downey
Approved
6
Downey Improvement Project #604, Firestone Blvd.
Approved
6
Resolution Purchasing Materials on Open Market
Res. #2361 (carpeting)
Adopted
7'
Carpeting, areas Bldg. & Safety & Planning Depts.
Approved
7
Co -Operative Bid (Gasoline) with L.A. County
Approved
7
Oral Communications - Century Freeway Matter
No action
7-8
Sick Leave William Stickel, Park Maintenance Empl.
Approved
8
Preliminary Plans, Zone Exception Case #784
Approved with cond.
8
Re -appraisal Manning Property, Paramount & Firestone
Approved
8
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MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
MARCH 9, 1970
The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 7:35 p.m.,
March 9, 1970, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, Mayor Scott E. Temple
presiding.
PRESENT: Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton,Temple
ALSO PRESENT:Oren L. King, City Manager
Donald B. Robison, City Manager Pro-tem
Royal M. Sorensen, City Attorney
Ervin Spindel, Director of Public Works
William A.`Goggin, Director of Planning
Ray Lake, Director of Building & Safety
William Harper, Administrative Assistant, Parks & Recreation Dept.
Ivan A. Robinson, Chief of Police
Robert W. Gain, Fire Chief
Harald J. Henriksen, City Engineer
Ellen C. Davis, City Clerk
Doris. C. Hain, Executive Secretary
Reverend Austin Coe, Downey Memorial Christian Church, delivered the invocation,
followed by the Flag Salute Led by Councilman Donald Winton.
Mayor Temple presented plaque to Mr. William Troy for his service on the Health
& Sanitation Committee continuously since incorporationof the City of Downey, and accept-
ed is resignation rom that Committee with regrets. Mr. Troy accepted the plaque and
expressed his appreciation to the City Council for making it possible for him to serve
in this capacity under the leadership of Administrators such as Oren L. King, City
Manager; Ervin Spindel, Director of Public Works; Robert R. DeSio, Administrative -
Assistant -Forester; and Larry Chaney, Chairman of the Health & Sanitation Committee.
Mrs. Rudy Mueller, President, Downey Jr. Women's Club, presented the Mayor with
a check in the amount of $826. to be used for the purchase of a piano for the new Down
Theatre. On behalf of the City Council, Mayor Temple expressed sincere appreciation
for this generous contribution.
On behalf of the Director of Parks & Recreation, Mr. William Harper, Administra-
tive Assistant, accepted the 1969 Environmental Planning Award. Mayor Temple commended
the Director of Parks & Recreation, Jim Ruth, for his achievement and stated that
this award is one of only six made in the State of California. City Manager Oren L.
King and Councilman Corbin also extended their congratulations.
It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Ferris and so ordered
to approve the Minutes of the City Council meeting of February 24, 1970.
Communications from Governor Ronald Reagan, Senator Joseph Kennick, and Assembly-
man Carley Porter, acknowledging receipt of Downey's Resolution No. 2353 regarding
cases of eminent domain. Ordered received and filed.
Communications from Supervisors Ernest Debs, Frank Bonelli, and Kenneth Hahn,
acknowledging Downey's Resolution No. 2351 regarding cost of law enforcement in con-
tract cities. Ordered received and filed.
Communication from James Mize, Executive Officer of the Board of Supervisors,
advising that public hearing will be held by the Board of Supervisors at 9:30 a.m.,
on Thursday, April 23, 1970 in the Board Hearing Room, Hall of Administration, on the
transfer of uninhabited territory from the City of Bell Gardens to the City of Downey.
Communication from Diehl, Evans and Company, regarding audit for the quarter
ended December 31, 1969. Ordered received and filed.
Communication from City Manager and Directors of Public Works and Parks & Recrea-
tion reporting:on meeting with the Division of Highways held on February 25th in Sacra-
mento regarding the acquisition of excess Freeway property for the development of the
proposed 24 acre park. Mr. King reported on meeting scheduled with the Highway
Commission on March 18 - 19, 1970, and urged that any member of the City Council who
could do so, attend.
Communication from City Manager Pro-tem regarding request of the Southern
California Water Company for a City franchise. It was the recommendation of the City
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Manager Pro-tem, to withhold action on this matter until the new City Manager, Charles
W. Thompson and the Water Director can analyze the request.
Communication from City of Santa Fe Springs advising of their intention to renew
contract with the County of Los Angeles for the ARGUS program for one year.
Communication from Vincent Merlin,10231 Mattock Avenue, Downey, regarding City
parking facilities. The matter was refered to the Traffic Committee, and the City
Manager was'directed'to acknowledge this letter and furnish a copy to the Parking Place
Commission.
Letter from Mrs. Robert E. Cruse, 13005 South Brock Avenue, Downey, regarding
parking regulations. Referred to City Manager for report.
Communication from Mr. Dean Norton, 1827 Hillsboro Avenue, Los Angeles, regard-
ing appointment of a Director for the new Downey Theatre. City Manager was directed
to acknowledge this letter.
Letter from Mayor Scott Temple to Mrs. Addie L. Enfield, requesting extension
of time in purchase proceedings for her portion of the Rio Hondo Golf Course. Copy
of this letter was signed by Mrs. Enfield, granting the requested extension of time.
Agreement from James L. Stamps Foundation, Inc., granting extension of time in
purchase proceedings for its portion of the Rio Hondo Golf Course.
Petition from residents in the area of Imperial Highway and Barlin Avenue for
strian crosswalk or pedestrian light at that intersection, and change in parking
regulations on the B/uu block of Imperial Highway. It was moved by Councilman
seconded by Councilman Ferris and so ordered to refer the matter to the Traffic
Committee for report and recommendation.
Communication from Mrs. S.W. Peppmuller, 9118 Ratliffe Street, Downey, requesting
permission to appear before the City Council on the matter of the Century -Norwalk Freeway.
There being no objections the Mayor advised Mrs. Peppmuller that she would be permitted
time to speak under "Oral Communications".
Communication from the Public Utilities Commission regarding underground facilities.
City Manager Oren King reported on the progress in underground facilities in the City of
Downey. He stated he would report further concerning the expenditures of One -Half
Million Dollars by the Edison Company on underground projects.
Communication from Vice President of the General Telephone Company regarding
application for increase in rates. There being no objections, the City Manager was
directed to request the General Telephone Company to submit justification for the re-
quested increase.
Communication from Mr. Maurice Baker, contractor for the Downey Theatre construc-
tion, submitting a quote for painting exterior of the Bank of America in March of 1970.
On the recommendation of City Manager Oren King, it was moved by Councilman Ferris,
seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote to authorize the paint-
ing of the exterior Bank of America building by Mr. Baker at the quoted price of
$1,400., subject to the conditions that the materials used will be of the best quality
of Sinclair Acrylic paint; upon determination that price submitted is competitive; and
expenditure from Miscellaneous Capital Improvements.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by
the following vote to authorize attendance of the Director of Finance and City Clerk -
Treasurer at Conference of Municipal Finance Officers Association. Miami Beach. Mav
24 - 282 1970, with reasonable expenses allowed subject to the approval of the new
City Manager, Charles W. Thompson.
AYES: 4 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Morton, Temple
NOES: 1 Councilmen: Winton
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
Communication from the Downey Traffic Committee regarding the
Savings d Loan Association for a traffic signal installation on Flor
e.
study and report
no objections, the matter was
Councilman Morton.
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DOWNEY THEATRE CHANGE ORDERS:
Change Order No. 61 - Items No. 1 through 11
Item 1 - Add access panel and relocate and resize an outside air vent for the
air conditioning unit servicing the Ticket and Concession area.
Cost to City: $356.68 Time Extension - None.
Item 2 - Complete installation of framing and header for door north of south
masonry wall east of Column Line 4. Revamp existing ductwork. Install
access panel in future door area. Repeat opposite hand at Corridor
203. Cost to City: $225. Time Extension - None.
Item 3 - Complete installation of conduit from the telephone outlet in Men's
Dressing Room 140 to wall of Telephone Booth 141. Cost to City:
$33.33 Time Extension: None
Item 4 - Rework two pipe posts at Orchestra Pit. Cost to City: $58.88
Time Extension: None
Item 5 - Complete installation of additional step at N/W corner of site.
Cost to City: $289.00 Time Extension: None
Item 6 - Remove portion of masonry block wall at S/W corner of existing
Veterans Memorial to permit installation of a Type "P" light fixture
in sidewall, and patch with split face veneer filler.
Cost to City: $38.85 Time Extension: None
Item 7 - Complete installation of one additional step riser at South property
line including the lengthening of the side walls by 12".
Cost to City: $144.43 Time Extension: None
Item 8 - Lower smooth face block line from top of wall on South exterior wall
of Concession area. Cost to City: $69.44 Time Extension: None
Item 9 - Remove all handrails and metal backing plates on stairway stud walls,
notch all studs and wood 1/4" and reinstall backings and handrail.
Cost to City: $100.00 Time Extension: None
Item 10- Furr around plumbing and electrical conduits and panels in Rooms
126,140,152,153, etc. Cost to City: $168.00 Time Extension: None
Item 11- Chip off block headers over exterior double doors 112 thru 117 to
permit alignment with plaster. Cost to City: $54.50 Time Ext.: None
It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Ferris and passed by
the following vote to approve Downey Theatre Change Order No. 61, Items 1 through 11,
subject to a final analysis of all change orders as to the responsibility of the
Architect.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
Recommendation of City Manager Pro-tem Don Robison for approval of 60 days
additional Sick Leave for Frank Blue Custodian. It was moved by Councilman Ferris,
seconded by Councilman Corbin, and passed by the following vote to approve the
additional 60 days Sick Leave for Frank Blue.
AYES: 4 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Morton, Temple
NOES: 1 Councilmen: Winton
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
Memo from City Manager requesting Pool Car Replacement. Following discussion,
it was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the
following vote that the automobile of the Fire Department which was to be traded in
on a new automobile (Fire Department Bid No. 5014, approved 2/9/70), be used as Pool
Car replacement, and the damaged pool car be traded in by the Fire Department.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
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Request of Charles F, Pendleton, Attorney for his client, Mr. W. H. Logan, to
appear before the City Council with reference to Sidewalk Matching Fund Project No.
316 (Lot Split No. 526). There being no objections, the Council directed this item
to be placed on the agenda for Tuesday, March 24th.
Mayor Temple reported on the resignation of Mr. Robert C. Cruse from the Health
& Sanitation Committee. His reason for resigning was the recent legislation requiring
filing of Disclosure of Financial Assets. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded
by Councilman Morton and so ordered to accept the resignation of Robert C. Cruse, with
regrets, The City Attorney discussed the Financial Disclosure Act and referred to
his report to the City officials on its application to City officials, Boards, Commiss-
ions, and Committees. Mr. Sorensen reported that the City of Carmel had filed a
petition with the Supreme Court to have this law declared unconstitutional. He also dis-
cussed the Monagan Bill before the State Legislature. It was his recommendation that
those persons affected by this Act withhold filing their financial statement until
April 14th and that they be requested to delay their resignations until April 13th in
the event the Legislature or the Supreme Court should act on this matter.
Mayor Temple reported on letter received from the Chairman of the Board of the
Bank of America, Isla Vista (Santa Barbara), regarding the recent demonstrations in his
city which resulted in complete destruction of the Bank of America building, and urged
city officials to take any steps necessary to control such acts currently occurring
through the country.
Mayor Temple reported on letter received from Mrs. Olga Powell asking Council to
consider the preservation of the Mocabee home, 3rd & Paramount Blvd. The matter was
referred to Councilman Ferris for study.
Mayor Temple reported on letter received from Mrs. Miles of Wyoming, Michigan,
praising Mr. Charles W. Thompson as an outstanding CityManager of that city and con-
gratulated the City Council for their choice in appointing him the new City Manager of
the City of Downey. Mayor Temple stated he would acknowledge Mrs. Miles' letter.
Councilman Winton commented with reference to comments in a local newspaper relative
to the use of taxpayer's funds for the recruitment of a new City Manager. He explained
the various steps taken in this recruitment and the joint efforts of the City officials
and Personnel Board, who volunteered their time, resulting in a total expenditure of
less than $2,000.
Mayor Temple reported on a communication from the Eel River Water Council,
tending an invitation for membership at a cost of $500. annually. There being no
objections, the matter was referred to the Water Board for study.
ex -
Communication from Bart Childress, student at Warren High School, requesting
sponsorship of the City of Downey in cross-country hike by him and Keith Ballard.
Councilman Morton reported that he and Councilman Winton had met with these young men
requesting them to submit a recommendation from their school officials and church
administrators.
Mayor Temple reported on Technical Medical Secretaries Day at Cerritos College
on April 9, 1970, and the request that two students be authorized to spend the day
at City Hall. There being no objections, Mayor Temple stated he would acknowledge
the Letter and invite the two students as requested.
Communication from Assemblyman Floyd Wakefield, Assemblyman Carley Porter,
and Senator Joseph Kennick relative to A. B. No. 317,acknowledging communication
from Mayor Temple urging opposition to A. B. No. 317 and proposed legislation being
promoted by Peace Officers Research Association of California, for minimum salary of
$18,000. per year, and retirement at age 50 years, and compulsory arbitration.
LEGAL CLAIMS•
1. Daniel D. Rinkin, 8162 LaPaz, Huntington Beach
2. Elden L. Corwin, 12062 Jetty Circle, Garden Grove
3. Michael T. Bergman, 211-C Laxore Street, Anaheim
4. William E. Maloney, 120 N. Syracuse, Anaheim
It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Ferris, and passed
by the following vote to deny the claimsand refer to the City's insurance carrier.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
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RESOLUTION NO, WS-676
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, WARRANTS #8270 - #8454 - $101,385.91
(B WARRANTS).
The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Corbin,
seconded by Councilman Winton and so ordered to waive further reading.
It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Winton and passed by
the following vote to adopt Resolution No. WS-676.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
RESOLUTION NO. WS-677
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 - WARRANTS #21337 - #21835 - $175,861.91
(PAYROLL)
The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Winton,
seconded by Councilman Morton and so ordered to waive further reading.
It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Morton and passed by
the following vote to adopt Resolution No. WS-677.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by
the following vote to award Cash Contract No. 260, Water Main in Stewart & Gray Road
(Extension) in the amount of the bid submitted, Bomac Construction Inc. of San Pedro,
for the construction of a 12 inch water main, and authorize the following transfer of
funds:
AMOUNT: FROM:
$3,500. Acct. No. 0186003
TO:
Acct. No. 0186064
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Corbin, and passed by
the following vote to approve extra work in conjunction with Cash Contract No. 247,
Unit_2, Miscellaneous Repairs at various Locations, and transfer funds totaling
$3,986.17 for this work as follows:
AMOUNT:
FROM:
TO:
$2,186.17
Account
No.
13865
(C.C.
232)
Account
No.
13866
800.00
Account
No.
13874
(C.C.
225)
Account
No.
13866
500.00
Account
No.
13852
(C.C.
225)
Account
No.
13866
500.00
Account
No.
13848
(C.C.
225)
Account
No.
13866
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Morton and passed by
the following vote to authorize the Mayor to sign the Certificate of Right -of -Way
for Select System Project No. 187, Widening of Imperial Highway Bridge at the San
Gabriel River,
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Winton, and passed by
the following vote to authorize purchase of right-of-way along Paramount Blvd. known
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as Parcel 22 in the amount of $4,500,00, for Select System Project No. 191, Paramount
Blvd.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Morton and passed by
the following vote to authorize improvements in exchange for right-of-way dedication
on Select System Project No. 218, Unit 2, Gallatin Road.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Morton and passed by
the following vote to authorize the Department of Public Works to proceed with legal
notices as necessary to require the construction of improvements at 10833 Paramount
Blvd, in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 27 of the Streets d Highways Code
and waive the 30-day informal protest period, under Downey Improvement Project No. 603,
S, S. Project No. 191, 10833 Paramount Blvd.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Morton and passed by
the following vote to authorize the construction of Sidewalk on the south side of
Florence Avenue from Rio Hondo River to 400 feet easterly and approve the expenditure
of $1400, from the Street and Sidewalk Fund,
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Ferris and passed by
the following vote to authorize the City to pay for the removal and reconstruction of
curb return and spandrel at the southeast corner of Sixth Street and Downey Avenue,
funds available in Gas Tax Surplus Account.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen.: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Morton and passed by
the following vote to authorize Chapter 27 proceedings on Downey Improvement Project No.
604, Firestone Blvd. north side, Woodruff Avenue to Pangborn Avenue, at the following
locations:
NUMBER:
ADDRESS:
COST:
604
- Site
1 9323
Firestone
Blvd.
900.00
604
- Site
2 9333
Firestone
Blvd,
375.00
604
- Site
3 9341
Firestone
Blvd,
90.00
604
- Site
4 9411
Firestone
Blvd,
756.00
604
- Site
5 9415
Firestone
Blvd.
290.00
Total: $ 2,411.00
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
-- City Manager Pro-tem Robison discussed the report of Mr. Russ Reynolds, Pur-
chasing Agent, dated March 4, 1970, regarding proposed carpeting in the areas of the
Building d Safety and Planning Departments, which indicated that this carpeting can
be obtained on the open market from Brun.swig Drug Company of Vernon, at a Lesser
price than it could be acquired by calling for bids. The Purchasing Agent reported
also that the carpeting would be of the same type as that installed in the City Hall
Entranceways and Hallways, and requested that the City Council adopt a Resolution
authorizing the purchase on the open market in accordance with Section #1211 of the
City Charter.
The following Resolution was read into the record by the City Attorney.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2361
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AUTHORIZING
THE PURCHASE OF MATERIALS ON THE OPEN MARKET
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DOES RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
WHEREAS, the City Council finds and determines that commercial carpeting
for the areas of the Building d Safety Department and the Planning Department may
be purchased on the open market at the price set forth in the report of the
Purchasing Agent, dated March 4, 1970, which is a price less than could be obtained
by calling for bids; and that this carpeting as described in said report is identical
to that previously installed in the City Hall Entranceways and Hallways,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Manager through his authorized
representatives is authorized to purchase such carpeting upon the open market.
SECTION 1. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution
and shall provide for appropriate distribution thereof.
It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed
by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 2361.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by
the following vote to authorize the purchase of carpeting for the areas of the Building
B Safety and Planning Departments from Brunswig Drug Company of Vernon, California,
at the quoted price of $3,539.92.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple
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 the Director of Finance to enter bidding requirements
for participation in Los Angeles County Cooperative Gasoline bid for fiscal year 1970
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
City Manager Pro-tem Robison reported on League of California Cities Bulletin
relative to legislation on binding arbitration - policemen and firemen.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS:
Mr. S. W. Pepmuller, 9118 Ratliffe Avenue, Downey, appeared before the City
Council and spoke with reference to the Petition submitted to the City Councilon
February 24th on which she said that 614 signatures had been obtained representing 351
homes in the area of the proposed Century -Norwalk (#105) Freeway, urging the City
Council to take an action on the Freeway. She introddced Mr. John M. Paolozzi.
Mr. Paolozzi, 13031 Ardis Avenue, Downey, spoke in opposition to the change in
route of the Freeway, recently recommended by the Board of Education, which would be
800 feet further south than the route previously proposed, and which would result in
the removal of the Ed C. Lewis and C. Carpenter Schools. He urged the City Council to
reconsider their position as set forth in Resolution No. 2193 adopted February 10,
1969 and to consider signing a Symbol Agreement which would fix the centerline and set
forth the design details.
Councilman Ferris responded to comments of Mr. Paolozzi, stating that actions
taken by the City Council have not delayed the schedule for the Freeway.
Councilman Winton stated that the City Council cannot consider a Symbol Agree-
ment until following the design hearing.
The following persons also spoke on the matter: Mr. John Keitel, 13028 Stan -
bridge Avenue; Mr. Claude Bowman, 12737 Lakewood Blvd.; Mrs. Luz Stuart, 12349 Orizaba
Avenue,
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Councilman Morton responded to questions of Mrs. Luz Stuart concerning the reasons
for the position taken by the City Council and the consideration now being given by the
Division of Highways for a depressed freeway.
The Mayor declared a recess at 9:45 p.m. The Meeting was called to order at
9:55 p.m. with the following in attendance: Councilmen: Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple.
Absent: Councilman Ferris.
Recommendation of City Manager Oren King for extended Sick Leave for William
Stickel, Park Maintenance Employee. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by
Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote to approve additional sixty (60)
days sick leave time for William Stickel, Park Maintenance Employee.
AYES: 3 Councilmen: Corbin, Morton, Temple
NOES: 1 Councilmen: Winton
ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Ferris
Councilman Winton spoke with reference to the matter of the Century -Norwalk
0105) Freeway and the efforts that have been made by the City Council to communicate
with all of the residents affected by this project. He called the attention of those
present to the residents who have gone on record in opposition to the freeway.
Director of Planning, William Goggin, reported to the City Council regarding
the status of Zone Exception Case #784, Convalescent Home, at Paramount Blvd. and
Farm Street, which case was denied by the Planning Commission and appealed to the City
Council. The City Council approved the request of the applicant and granted the Zone
Exception on December 9, 1968, subject to several conditions. Mr. Goggin stated that to
date plans have not been submitted that would conform to the conditions of approval.
The preliminary plans, he said, cannot be signed off until the applicant can modify them
to provide sufficient showers and baths to conform to Section 9130.2 of the Downey
Municipal Code, which was Condition #16-j of the approval.
The following persons appeared before the City Council on behalf of the
applicant:
Myron Meyers, Attorney, 6404 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles
Thomas R. Masterson, Contractor, 1441 E. Valley Blvd., E1 Monte
David K. Spindle, M. D., 10734 Paramount Blvd., Downey
At 10:40 p.m. the Mayor declared a 5 to 10 minute recess to Executive Session.
The Meeting resumed at 10:43 p.m, with the following Councilmen in attendance:
Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple. Absent: Councilman Ferris.
In the absence of the City Clerk and Secretary, it was moved by Councilman Morton,
seconded by Councilman Corbin and so ordered to appoint the City Manager Pro-tem as City
Clerk Pro-tem.
It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Morton and passed by
the following vote to authorize the Director of Planning to sign off the plans for
Zone Exception Case #784 subject to submission by the applicant of an acceptable plan
of development showing nine (9) bathtubs and (9) showers in accordance with Section
9130.2 of the Downey Municipal Code.
AYES: 4 Councilmen: Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Ferris
Appraisal Manning Property, Firestone Blvd. and Paramount Blvd. It was moved
by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Morton and passed by the following vote
to authorize the Director of Public Works to re -appraise the subject property.
AYES: 4 Councilmen: Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Ferris
Upon return of the City Clerk and Secretary at 10:44� p.m., it was moved by
Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Morton and so ordered that the City Manager
Pro-tem be relieved as City Clerk Pro-tem.
Councilman Winton reported regarding opinion survey being circulated by the
Downey Chamber of Commerce regarding the Century -Norwalk (#105) Freeway.
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There being no further business to come before the City Council, the Meeting
was adjourned at 10:50 p.m.
ELLEN C. DAVIS, CITY CLERK
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