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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-04-13-70-Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APRIL 13, 1970 T A B L E O F M I N U T E A C T I O N S SUBJECT: ACTION: PAGE NO. Downey Improvement Project #584, 8348 Vista Del Rio. Resolution #2367 Adopted 1 Downey Improvement Project #596, 11637 Bellflower Blvd. Resolution #2368 Adopted 2 Downey Improvement Project #597, Sites 1 through _ 6 (SS-176) W/S Bellflower Blvd". between Stewart & Gray Rd. & Buckles St. Resolution #2369 Adopted 2 Downey Improvement Project #600, 8442 Fontana St. Resolution #2370 Adopted 3 Downey Improvement Project 4603, 10833 Paramount Blvd. (S.S. Proj. #191). Proceed with const. Approved 3 Appeal, Zone Exception Case #924, 7447 E. Firestone Blvd. (req. establish cocktail lounge) Denied 4 Minutes City Council Meeting March 24, 1970 Approved 4 Agreement with Pomering Tract Water Assoc. and Transfer of Funds Approved 4 Req, for hearing appeal, Zone Exception Case #922 Hearing set 5/11/70 4 Payment to Architect, Downey Community Hosp. Const. Approved 4 Zone Exception Case #784, Paramount & Farm - Req. ---- modif. conditions, Medical Building Approved 5 Resol. City of Gardena, Beautification RR Rights of way. Req'-for'Dir. Public Works to represent City Design Hearing, Route #105 Freeway Resignation Byron White, Parking Place Commission. Reservoir Study. Retention Lampman & Associates Increase Library Fines, Adult Materials Req. re -installation directional signs, First Church Christ Scientists,8454 E. 5th St. Req, for hearing on appeal to Zone Exception Case #925, American Petrofina Exploration Co. Petition from Dr. John C. & Helen Campbell for conveyance of land acquired by tax deed. Resolution #2371, Suppotting^.Article"',RXVI„ rCa'lif.^Constitutionrre+.gas tax funds Legal Claims: Wm. St.Marie, 9854, Alondra, #16, Bellflower. John C. Azvedo, 19320 Bechard Ave, Cerritos Ordinance approving Joint Exercise Powers Agt. betw. City & County L.A. (Golf Course) Proposal O'Melveny & Meyers for legal services (Golf Course) n___ f -'r.. � Ref, to Beautification Comm. 5 Approved Accepted. To prepare Plaque Held for Appt. Water Dept. Director Approved Ref. to Traffic Committee Hearing set 5/11/70 Ref. to City Attorney Adopted 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 Denied & Ref, to Ins.Carrier 6 Denied & Ref. to Ins.Carrier 6 Introduced 6 Approved 6 City Council Minutes 4/13/70 Table of Minute Actions SUBJECT: ACTION: PAGE NO. City Manager authority to proceed with steps necessary for completion of escrow (Golf Course) Approved 6 Resolution No. 2372, Vacation portion Studebaker Rd., Little Lake Rd. & Alley in'excess fwy. land betw, Studebaker Rd. & 605 Fwy, Adopted 7 Resolution No. 2373, approving reconstruction Little Lake Rd, adjacent to Rt. 605 Fwy. Adopted 7 Resolution No. 2374, acquisition property for street purposes S/W corner Patton Rd. & Fontana Adopted 7 Resolution No. 2375, Ordering Dir. P.W. to make report re St. Ltg. Annex. 70/14 Pomering Rd. Adopted 7 Report Dir. P.W. re St. Ltg. Annex. 70/14 Accepted 7 Resolution No. 2376, Declaring Intention, Street Ltg. Annex. 70/14, Pomering Rd. Adopted 8 Resolution No. 2377 Ordering City Clerk to Canvass Election of 4/14/70 Adopted 8 Resolution No, WSm680, Payroll 4/3/70 Adopted 8 Resolution No. WS-681, "B" Warrants 3/27/70 Adopted 8 Resolution No. WSm682, "B" Warrants 4/10/70 Adopted 8 Cash Contract #SSm191, Paramount Blvd., Brookmill to 7th St. Award of contract Approved 9 Cash Contract #SS-,222, Emergency Generator, assessment liquidated damages Authorized 9 Cash Contract #SSm222, Emergency Generator Acceptance of work completed Approved 9 Cash Contract #SSm212, Widening Patton Rd. Purchase of right-of-way Authorized 9 Water Main Extension, frontage 9112 Firestone Expenditure and transfer of funds Approved 9 Water Main Extension, Dolan Ave. betw. Iowa St. and SPRR. Expenditure and transfer of funds Approved 9 Carpeting, Public Works Building Held for study 10 Double glass doors, main hallway, City Hall Taken under submission 10 GMC Van (1961) Police Dept. Advertise for sale. Authorized 10 Sidewalk Matching Fund Proj. #316 (L.S. #526) Held to April 28 10 Library Building Addition Ref. to Bldg. & Safety for plans, specs, & recom. 10 Downey Rose Float Assn. Appropriation funds. Approved 10 Golf Course (Rio Hondo) Concession bids. Bids rejected 10 Golf Course, Authority to negotiate for concession agreement Approved 10 Use of Trenery Bldg,, Downey Community Hosp, Req. for City Attorney to draft agreement Authorized 10 Page 2 of s City Council Minutes 4/13/70 Table of Minute Actions SUBJECT: ACTION: PAGE N0, Downey Theatre Change Order #62 Approved 10 Sidewalk Sale, Downey Ave,, Firestone Blvd, Ref, to City Mgr> for study and report 11 Hospital Authority Member Ref, to Mayor 11 Page 3 of 3 A MINUTES OF THE CITY' COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APRIL 13, 1970 The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 7:30 p.m., April 13, 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 Ma Sorensen, City Attorney Ervin Spindel, Director of Public Works William A, Goggin, Planning Director Ray Lake, Director of Building & Safety Department Robert Shand, Director of Firence Robert W. Gain, Fire Chief I, A, Robinson, Police Chief Jim Ruth, Director of Parks & Recreation H, J. Henriksen, C.ty Engineer Salem Spitz, Traffic Engineer Ellen C, Davis, City Clerk Doris C. Hain, Executive Secretary Reverend Mark Gress, Downey United Methodi-t. Church, delivered the invocation, followed by a flag presentation ceremony of the Camp_ Fir- Girls, Inc. who led the Flag Salute, Mayor Temple commended this group and congratulations were extended for their 60th Anniversary since the founding of the Camp Fire Girls organization, Mayor Temple announced that this -meeting will be the Last evening meeting he will preside over as well as the last meeting to be attended by City Manager Oren L. King, who will be retiring April 30th, Mayor Scott E, Temple opened the pu'olic hearing on Downey Improvement project No, 584, 8348 Vista Del Rio Avenue (Vista Del Rio Frontage), He inquired of the City Clerk if she had the necessary affidavits of posting, to which she responded in the affirmative, He inquired if there were any written protes a on the matter, to which she replied she had none, The Director of Public Works. reported on this project and stated a total of cash assessment for this project, including interest, collection costs, to be collected over a three year period, is $262,96, He recommended Council confirm the assessments, The Mayor inquired if there faas anyone present who wished to protest the matter and there was no response. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Morton_, and passed by the following vote to accept the report of the Director of Public Works, 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 so ordered to close the hearing on Downey Improvement Project No, 584, RESOLUTION NO, 2367 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENTS FOR CHAPTER 27 PROCEEDINGS FOR DOWNEY IMPR07EMENT PROJECT NO, 584, 8348 VISTA DEL RIO AVENUE, DOWNEY, CALIFORNIA The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Ferris and so ordered to waive further reading, It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No, 2367 AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corkin, Winton, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen; None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mayor Temple opened the public hearing on Downey Improvement Project No, 596, 11637 Bellflower Boulevard, (S, S. Project No, 176), He inquired of the City Clerk if she had the necessary affidavits of posting, to wbich she responded in the affirmative. He inquired if there were any written protests on the matter, to which she responded that she had none, The Director of Public Works reported on this project and stated that the total assessment, including interest and collection costs to be collected over a ten year period, is $967.03. He recommended Council confirmthe assessments, Council Minutes 4/13/70 -1- The Mayor inquired if there was anyone present who wished to protest the matter and there was no response. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Ferris, and passed by the following vote to accept the report of the Director of Public Works. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was movedby Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Ferris and so ordered to close the hearing on Downey Improvement Project No. 596. RESOLUTION NO. 2368 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENTS FOR CHAPTER 27 PROCEEDINGS FOR DOWNEY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 596, 11637 BELLFLOWER BOULEVARD, DOWNEY, CALIFORNIA 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, 2368, AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Cbrbin., Winton, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mayor Temple opened the public hearing on Downey Improvement Project No, 597, Sites 1 through 6 (S, S. Project No. 176). He inquired of the City Clerk if she had the necessary affidavits of posting, to which she responded in the affirmative. He inquired if there were any written protests on the matter, to which she replied she had none, The Director of Public Works reported on the locations of the proposed im- provements and reported that assessments of $150. to $600. will be made in three annual installments; payments of assessments of $600 or more will be made in ten annual install- ments, He recommended Council confirm the assessments. The Mayor inquired if there was anyone present who wished to protest the matter and there was no response. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Ferris, and passed by the following vote to accept the report of the Director of Public Works. 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 so ordered to close the hearing on Downey Improvement Project No. 597. RESOLUTION NO.2369 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITN COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENTS FOR CHAPTER 27 PROCEEDINGS FOR DOWNEY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO, 597, SITES I THROUGH 6, WEST SIDE OF BELLFLOWER BOULEVARD BETWEEN STEWART d GRAY ROAD AND BUCKLES STREET The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, secon- ded 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, 2369. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mayor Temple opened the public hearing on Downey Improvement Project No, 600, 8442 Fontana Street, (S.S. Project No, 227). He inquired of the City Clerk if she had the necessary affidavits of posting, to which she responded in the affirmative. He in- quired if there were any written protests on the matter, to which she replied she had none. The Director of Public Works reported on this project and stated the total assess- ment, including interest for three years and collection costs, is $604.71, and recommended Council confirm the assessments. The Mayor inquired if there was anyone present who wished to protest the matter and there was no response, It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote to accept the report of the Director of Public Works. Council Minutes 4/13/70 -2- 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 so ordered to close the hearing on Downey Improvement Project No, 600, RESOLUTION N0, 2370 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENTS FOR CHAPTER 27 PROCEEDINGS FOR DOWNEY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO, 600, AT 8442 FONTANA STREET The Resolution was read by title only, It was moved by Councilman Corbin, second- ed 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, 2370, AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mayor Temple opened the public hearing on Downey Improvement Project No, 603, 10833 Paramount Boulevard, (S, S, Project No, 191), He inquired of the City Clerk if she had the necessary affidavits of posting, to which she responded in the affirmative. He inquired if there were any written protests on the matter, to which she replied in the negative, The Director of Public Works reported on the location of the improvements proposed under this project. He stated this work will be included in the Paramount Blvd, improvement (Cash Contract #SS-191), and recommended that he be authorized to proceed with the construction of the required improvements in the event the property owners do not voluntarily contribute their share of the improvement costs, Mayor inquired if there was anyone present who wished to protest the matter and there was no response. It was moved by Councilman Winton.,seconded by Councilman Ferris and passed by the following vote to accept the report of the Director of Public Works, 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 so ordered to close the hearing on Downey Improvement Project No, 603, It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Morton and passed by the following vote to authorize the Director of Public Works to proceed with construction of the required improvements in the event that the property owners do nct voluntarily contrib- ute their share of the improvement costs, AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mayor Temple opened the public hearing on appeal to the decision of the Planning Commission on Zone Exception Case #924, 7447 East Firestone Blvd „ denial of request to establish, operate, and maintain a cocktail lounge within three hundred feet (3001) of a residential zone, The Mayor inquired of the City Clerk if she had the required affidavits of notice of hearing, to which she responded in the affirmative, Ordered received and filed, The Mayor inquired if the City Clerk had received any correspondence regarding the appeal, and she replied she had not. Director of Planning William Coggin reported on the factual data in this case as consider- ed by the Planning Commission at its hearing held March 4, 1970, The appellant, Mr, George Smyrniotis, 7447 E. Firestone Blvd,, Downey, appeared before the City Council and stated that he had been in. the restaurant business for the last twenty (20)years, operating in Long Beach, Seal Beach, and the Bay Area, He stated the sale of liquor in his restaurant in Downey which he acquired in December, 1969, would be an asset as a secondary item in the operation of his restaurant as is the case in other restaurants in Downey which serve better food and cater to banquets, Mr. Smyrniotis stated that the previous owner reported he had applied for and received in 1966 permission to sell Liquor at this location and a request for an extension of one year was also granted. He stated he was not aware of the Ordinance which does not permit the sale of liquor within 300 ft, of a residential ;_one until after he had acquired the restaurant, He said the actual physical entrance to this restaurant is more than 300 ft, from the residential property and is separated with a concrete wall 5161, in height, Mr, Council Minutes 4/13/70 -3- Smyrniotis, referring to problems encountered during the operation of a restaurant at this location under a previous owner, stated he belived the denial of his request was based in part on Ctha't;. 'an3 he took exception to the opinion that these problems would continue under his ownership. He further commented that more than fifteen similar requests were granted since 1965 in the City of Downey. Mr. Smyrniotis answered questions directed to him by the City Council relative to the request. The Mayor inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak in favor of the matter. No response. He inquired if there was anyone who wished to speak in oppo- sition. No response. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Ferris and so ordered to close the hearing on appeal of Zone Exception Case #924. The City Attorney advised that the question before the Council and the one to which it should address its attention is whether sufficient evidence was presented to the Planning Commission and the City Council to justify an exception to the Zoning Ordinance, and the real issue is whether the City Council should deviate from the terms of the Ordin- ance and permit the establishment of the subject use closer than 300 ft. from residential property. Following discussion by the City Council, it was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Corbin.and passed by the following vote that the appeal to Zone Exception Caste #924 be denied and that the action of the PLanding Commission be upheld. 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 so ordered to approve Minutes of the Council meeting of March 24, 1970, as corrected. There being no objection, the matter of the Pomering Tract Water Association was considerndby the City Council at this time. The Director of Public Works recommended the approval of the Agreement with the Pomering Tract Water Association and authorization for the Mayor to sign the Agreement. He reported that signed letters of consent had been received from all property owners in this tract approving the proposal set forth in a letter from the City Water Department dated November 10, 1969. He stated this was also approved by the Water Board at its meeting on April 6, 1970. Mr. Spindel further reported that this action will greatly alleviate an area of extreme low water pressure. Mr. Thomas Bataglia, Secretary of the Board of Directors of the Pomering Tract Water Association appeared before the City Council and recommended their approval of this action. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Ferris and passed by the following vote to authorize the Mayor to sign the Agreement with the Pomering Tract Water Association and to authorize the following transfer of funds: $2,000. A/C 01-86055 $5,000. A/C 01-86060 TO: A/C 01-86067 A/C 01-86067 AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Letter from Cecil W. Sutton, Jr., dated April 1, 1970, concerning Zone Exception Case No(a 922. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Ferris and so ordered to set the hearing on the appeal of Zone Exception Case No. 922 for the regular meeting of the City Council at 7:30 p.m., May 11, 1970. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Winton and passed by the following vote to approve final payment to the Architect, A. C. Martin S Associates, in the amount of $12,622.53 for services rendered on the Downey Community Hospital Con- struction project. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Communication from David K. Spindle, M.D., requesting modifications on the conditions under Zone Exception Case No. 784, Paramount d. Farm Medical Building. Following report by the Director of Planning and discussion by the City Council, it was moved by Council- man Winton, sedonded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote to approve Council Minutes 4/13/70 -4- 0 request for 5 ft, rear yard setback and increase the height limit to permit proper in- stallation of plumbing, electrical, and airconditioning equipment as indicated in the plans submitted. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple NOES: 1 Councilmen: Ferris ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Resolution of the City of Gardena regarding beautification of railroad rights of way. Referred to the City Beautification Committee, It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Corbin and so ordered to authorize the Director of Public Works to make the presentation for the City of Downey at the Design Hearing on Route #105 Freeway, Communication from Byron T. White, Chairman of the Parking Place Commission, re- signing ffom this position. It was moved by Mayor Temple, seconded by Councilman Winton and so ordered to accept Mr. White's resignation from the Parking Place Commission with regrets and prepare a proper plaque in recognition of his services to the City of Downey. Recommendation of the Acting Director of the Water Department, Ervin Spindel, for approval of retention of the firm of Lampman & Associates for a reservoir study, at a cost not to exceed $6,000. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Ferris and so ordered to take this matter under submission pending appointment of Director of the Water Dept. Communication from the National Recreation & Park Association and the Calif. Park & Recreation Society commending Jim Ruth, Director of Downey Parks & Recreation for out- standing assistance and leadership for the 22nd Annual Conference held in Anaheim, February 28 - March 3, 1970. Ordered filed, Communication from Library Advisory Board requesting increase in fines for overdue adult materials. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Morton and passed by the following vore to authorize an increase from 3c to 5C per day for overdue adult materials, effective July 1, 1970, AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Communication from First Church of Christ Scientist 8454 East Fifth Street regarding re^installation of directional signs. Referred to City Traffic Committee for report, Communication from American Petrofina Exploration Company requesting hearing on appeal of Zone Exception Case No, 925, It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Winton and so ordered to set the hearing on the appeal of Zone Exception Case No, 925, to 7:30 P.M., May 11, 1970, Communication from Director of Finance to Earl J Downey, regarding claim of $28.00 for labor in levellin Petition from Dr, John C. and Helen Story Campbell for conveyance of land acquired by tax deed, Referred to City Attorney for complete analysis and recommendation. Communication from Central Basin Municipal Water District regarding the Peripheral Canal, No action, Communication from Divisinn of Highways advising of arrangements made for use of Downey High School Gymnasium for the evening of April 23, 19709 if required. Ordered filed, Communication from U. S. Senator Alan Cranston, acknowledging City of Downey Resolution No, 2303 regarding drug abuse. Ordered filed. Communication from District Manager, Automobile Club of Southern California, re- questing adoption of a resolution regarding Gas Tax money allocation, RESOLUTION NO, 2371 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY SUPPORTING THE PROVISIONS OF ARTICLE XXVI OF THE CALIFORNIA CONSTITUTION RE- LATING TO ALLOCATION OF GAS TAX FUNDS The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, second- ed by Councilman Ferris to waive further reading, It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Ferris and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No, 2371, AYES: 3 Councilmen: Fcrris, Corbin, Temple NOES: 2 Counri l,men: . L�dnton, Morton ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None -5- Council Minutes 4/13/70 Communication from Downey Unified School District thanking City Council for permitting Board of Education to hold monthly meetings in the Council Chamber during the period t they were without the use of their Board Room, Ordered filed. Communication from Californians for Yes on 7. Ordered filed. LEGAL CLAIMS: 1. William St. Marie, 9854 Alondra Blvd. #16, Bellflower, California 2. John C. Azevedo, 19320 Bechard Avenue, Cerritos, California It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Ferris and passed by the following vote to deny these claims and refer the matters to the City�s Insurance Carrier. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mayor Temple declared a ten minute Recess at 9:25 P.M. The meeting resumed at 9:35 P.M. All Councilmen were present. ORDINANCE NO, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THE JOINT EXERCISE OF POWERS AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF DOWNEY AND THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES RELATIVE TO A RECREATION FACILITY The Ordinance was read by title only, The City Attorney advised that the following steps should be taken: 1. Ordinance to be introduced, and presented to the Board of Supervisors 2. Second reading of Ordinance and adoption, (Effective 30 days following adoption) 3. Thirtydays following that, Mayor is authorized to sign Agreement. 4. Confirm appointment of members of the Joint Powers Authority. 5. Acquisition of property. 6. Lease between the Joint Powers Authority and the City to be authorized by an Ordinance adopted by the City Council. In response to a question by Councilman Morton., the City Attorney stated that the term "Authority" is synonymous with the term "Commission" as set forth on Page 3 of the Joint Powers Agreement. Itwas moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Winton and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Winton and passed by the following vote to introduce the Ordinance. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Councilman Morton requested that the letter of transmittal of this Ordinance to the Board of Supervisors set forth theunderstanding of the City Council relative to the appointment of five citizens of Downey to the Authority. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Ferris and passed by the following vote to approve the proposal submitted by the firm of O'Melveny & Myers for legal services in connection with the proposed acquisition and financing of the Golf Course and related regional public recreational facilities in the City of Downey, as set forth in their letter of April 9, 1970. 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 City Manager to take the necessary steps looking towards the completion of escrow, including ordering search of title. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Council Minutes 4/13/70 -6- RESOLUTION NO. 2372 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ORDERING THE VACATION OF A PORTION OF STUDEBAKER ROAD, LITTLE LAKE ROAD, AND A PORTION OF ALLEY THAT LIE WITHIN THE EXCESS STATE HIGHWAY LAND BETWEEN STUDEBAKER ROAD, AS NOW CONSTRUCTED, AND THE 605 FREEWAY The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Corbin 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, 2372, AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO, 2373 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY CONCURRING AND APPROVING RECONSTRUCTION OF LITTLE LAKE ROAD ADJACENT TO THE ROUTE 605 FREEWAY IN CONNECTION WITH ROUTE 105/605 INTERCHANGE AND WIDENING OF ROUTE 605 FREEWAY The Resolution was read by title only, It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Ferris, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Ferris and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 2373, AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: 'None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 2374 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT THE PUBLIC INTEREST, CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY REQUIRE THE ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN PROPERTY FOR STREET PURPOSES AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF PATTON ROAD AND FONTANA STREET. 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, 2374, AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 2375 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 70/14) The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Ferris and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Ferris, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No, 2375, AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None The Director of Public Works reported that this lighting district is for installa— tion of mercury vapor luminaires on steel street light standards along Pomering Rd. between Hondo and Norlain Avenue. He reported that the annual tax rate for this project willbe 30c per $100. assessed value of land and improvements for Zone IV and 20C per $100. assessed value of land and improvements for Zone I. Total installation cost 'of $444.00. Annual operation cost - $252.00. Itwas moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Ferris and so ordered to accept the report of the Director of Public Works, Council Minutes 4/13/70 -7- g -p RESOLUTION NO. 2376 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 STREET LIGHTING FIXTURES ON THE STREETS AND PUBLIC PLACES WITHIN THOSE AREAS UNTIL JANUARY 31, 1983 (ANNEXATION 70/14 - POME'RING RD.) The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Winton, and so ordered to waive further readings It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Winton, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 2376. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO, 2377 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE CANVASS OF THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON THE 14TH DAY OF APRIL, 1970, TO BE MADE BY THE CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY, CALIFORNIA 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 Winton, seconded by Councilman Ferris and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 2377. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. WS-680 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 #22323 - #22827 - $173,012.54 (PAYROLL) The Resolution was read by title only, It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilmen Ferris and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Ferris and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 680. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin,Winton, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO, WS- 681 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 #8676 - #8913 - $245,922.41 ("B" WARRANTS). 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 Ferris and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 681 AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. WS-682 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 #08914 - #09101 - $326,181,58 ("B" WARRANTS), 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-682, AYES: 4 Councilmen: NOES: 0 Councilmen: ABSTAIN: 1 Councilmen: ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: Council Minutes 4/13/70 Ferris, Winton, Morton, Temple None Corbin None It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote to award Cash Contract dkSS-191, Paramount Boulevard Brookmill to 7th Street to Sully Miller Contracting Company of Long Beach in the amount of the bid submitted and waive bid bond informality. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSTAIN: 1 Councilmen: Temple ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Cash Contract No, 222, Emergency Generator, Held over from City Council meeting of March 24, 1970, for additional information regarding assessment of liquidated damages, Mr. Martin Susnir, of Healy Tibbitts ConstructionCompany, Long Beach, appeared before the City Council and reported regarding the problems which delayed the completion of this project and presented a letter from Cutler -Hammer of Los Angeles, substantiating his statement of delivery problems caused by supplier, Zenith Controls. Following report by Director of Public Works, Ervin Spindel, and discussion by the City Council, it was moved by Councilman. Morton, seconded by Councilman Winton and passed by the following vote to assess liquidated damages in the amount of $1,000.00 or ten (10) days as recommended by the Department of Public Works. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple NOES: 1 Councilmen: Ferris ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Ferris and passed by the following vote to accept the work completed under Cash Contract No. 222, Emergency Generator. 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 authorize purchase of right of way at the following addresses for Cash Cnntrart dkSS-779, Wid n;ng of Patton Road b tw n .wart d CraV Road and C1eta StrPpt ADDRESS- 11716 Patton Road 11726 it " 11730 " IT 11736 " IT 11740 " It 11810 11816 AYES: 5 Councilmen: NOES: 0 Councilmen: ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: AMOUNT: $186.00 190.50 189.00 189,00 264.00 165.00 165,00 Ferris, Corbin,Winton, Morton, Temple None None It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Winton and passed by the following vote to approve the expenditure of $1900.00 covering the City's share of Water Main Extension across frontage of 9112 Firestone Blvd. and to transfer the follow- ing funds: AMOUNT: FROM: TO: $1900.00 A/C #86003 (Misc.Main Ext.) A/C #86065 (9112 Firestone Blvd,) 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 Ferris and passed by the following vote to authorize expenditure of $6,000, City's share of Water Main Exten- sion, Dolan AyPnnP hPtwPPn 7oc.a S rPPt and SFRR� and authorize the following transfer of funds: AMOUNT: FROM: TO: $6,000.00 A/C #86003 (Mist. Main Ext.) A/C #86066 (Dolan Ave, from Iowa Street) AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Council Minutes 4/13/70 -9- On the recommendation of the Director of Finance, the request for authorization of expenditure for carpeting in the Public Works Building was held for further study. The recommendation of City Manager Pro-tem Don Robison for double glass doors in the main hallway of City Hall, was taken under submission. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Ferris and passed by the following vote to grant permission to advertise for sale, 1961 GMC Van (Police Department). AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Sidewalk Matching Fund Project No. 316 - (Lot Split #526) Southwest corner of Old River School Road and Firestone Blvd. The matter was set ahead for the regular meeting of the City Council of April 28, 1970, as applicant was unable to be present at this meeting. Communication from Downey City Library Advisory Board regarding proposed addition to the Library building. At the request of City Manager Oren King the matter was referred to the Director of Building G Safety to prepare plan.s and specifications for presentation to the City Council at their meeting of April 28, 1970, with Architect's rendering. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Morton and passed by `.he following vote to authorize appropration of $1,925.75 to the Downey Rose F1o6t Assn., Inc., said amount to be appropriated from Account No. 09100-331.1, General Government. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Councilman Winton commended the Downey Rose Float Assn. for their treme:adous efforts in raising funds for their projects. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT City Manager Oren King presented a report from the Golf Course Concession Evalua- tion Committee, recommending rejection of all bids and requesting authority for the Com- mittee to negotiate with Marma0s Restaurant. It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Corbin and passed by the following vote to reject all bids received on Golf Course Concessions. 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 that Councilman Pro-tem Ben 'D Corbin be appointed to the Golf Course Con- cession Evaluation Committee and that this Committee be authorized to negotiate with the representatives of Marmac's Restaurant a tentative concession agreement to be reviewed by the City Attorney and submitted to the City Council for approval. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None On the recommendation of City Manager Oren King, it was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Ferris and passed by the following vote to authorize the City Attorney to draft the necessary legal documents covering use of the Trenery Building by the Hospital Foundation subject to payment to the City of $16,902.24, with the understand- ing that they will permit 100 bed Civil Defense Emergency Hospital to be moved into the building and will permit Downey to retain front office partfor filing, storage, and office needs. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None DOWNEY THEATRE CHANGE ORDER NO. 62. Various changes as requested by Cost to City: $1,950.79 the Architect, Contractor, and/or City. Time Extension: Three days It was moved by Councilman Corbin, seconded by Councilman Ferris and passed by the following vote to approve Downey Theatre Change Order No. 62. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Winton, Morton, Temple NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Council Minutes 4/13/70 _10- ' City Manager Oren King reported on request from Downey Businessmen's Association for permission to conduct a Sidewalk Sale in the near future on Downey Avenue and on Firestone Boulevard. The matter was referred to the City Manager for study and report inasmuch as Firestone Blvd. is a State highway, City Manager reported regarding the Bank of America annex building which has been vacated. He reported that Downey has received permission to use this building for stor- age purposes of Downey Theatre equipment, ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Mayor Temple read a communication from Eugene R. Erickson, Administrator of Rancho Los Amigos Hospital, commending the City Manager, Oren Kites for the cooperation received from all City Departments under his direction and expressing his best wishes for a successful retirement. On the recommendation of Councilman Winton., the matter of Hospital Authority member, Mr. Demos Shakarian, was referred to Mayor Temple for investigation. Councilman Winton reported on expenses in connection with mailouts and survey regarding the ik105 Freeway. He presented to the City Council his report on meeting with the State Division of Highways Engineers in Sacramento, on April 7, 1970, regarding the Freeway Agreement; copies of his report were distributed to the City Council, There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned to 4 p.m., Thursday, April 16, 1970, in the City Council Chamber, in memory of Mr. Frank Blue, employee of the City of Downey, in the Maintenance Department, for the past four years, who passed away on April 9th, (Meetirg)adjourned at 11:55 p.m,) ELLEN C. DAVIS, CITY CLERK Council Minutes 4/13/70 mlh