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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-05-11-70-Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY MAY 11, 1970 T AB L E O F M I N U T E A C T I O N S SUBJECT: ACTION: Gerald Stevens, Police Officer, (Personnel Board Findings) Appeal, Zone Exception Case #925, James Miller, 9460 True Ave. Appeal, Zone Exception Case #922, Cecil W. Sutton, 10065 Newville Ave. Appeal, Zone Exception Case #931, Edward DiLoreto, 8607 Imperial Hwy. Lighting —Dist. Annex., 70/14, Pomering Rd. Resolution #2388 Ordering Annexation D.I.P. #594, Site 1, 7725 Firestone Blvd. Resolution #2389, confirming assessment D.I.P. #598, Stewart & Gray Rd.; D.I.P. #601, Lyndora St.; D.I.P. #602, Imperial Highway; D.I.P. #604, Firestone Blvd. Authority —to proceed with improvements Minutes Council Meetings April 16, 21 & 28, 170 Gerald Stevens, Police Officer (personnel case) Downey Museum of Art, City Atty. opinion "Rock Festivals", City Atty. opinion Resolutions neighboring cities, Beautification Railroad Rights -of -Way (Action Bd.Supervisors) Commun. L.A. Bd. Supervisors, allot. funds extension Stewart & Gray Rd. to Firestone State Dept. P.W.,commun. TOPICS Program Resolution #2390, Acquis, property SW corner Second St. & Paramount Blvd. Ref, to C.M. for review Denied Taken under submission Taken under submission Adopted Adopted Authorized Authorized Authorized Authorized Approved Ref. to C.M. for decision Filed Filed Ref. Beautification Comm. Filed Filed Adopted Resolution #2391, Parking Restr. Parking Lots Adopted Resolution #2392, commend. John Parkhurst Adopted Resolution #WS-685, Payroll Adopted Resolution #WS-686, "B" Warrants Adopted CC #225, Unit 2, Smallwood Ave. et al Accept impr. Approved CC #239, Unit 2, Baseball Diamond Ltg. Report. Filed CC #253, Pomering Rd. Accept impr. Approved Sale GMC Van, Police Dept. Approved Retention Lampman & Assoc., Reservoir Study Approved Security Lights, Rio San Gabriel Park Approved Expenditure & transfer of funds C.M. trip to Wyoming, Mich. 5/14 & 5/15 Authorized Resolutions #2393 & #2394, auth.notes $300,000. Adopted Mrs. Cora Rowe, Library Rm. to be named for her Approved noon 1 nf.. 1 .... _._ _ PAGE NO. 1 2 3 4 5 G 6 6 6 6 7 7 7 7 7 7` 8 s a [3 I MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL —QX3 OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY MAY 11, 1970 The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 7:30 p.m., May 11, 1970, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, Mayor Ben 'D Corbin presiding. PRESENT: Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin ALSO PRESENT: Charles W. Thompson, City Manager Donald B. Robison, City Manager Pro-tem Royal M.Sorensen, City Attorney Robert Shand, Director of Finance William Goggin, Director of Planning Ervin Spindel, Director of Public Works Ray Lake, Director of Building & Safety Jim Ruth, Director of Parks & Recreation Robert W. Gain, Fire Chief Harald J. Henriksen, City Engineer Salem Spitz, Traffic Engineer Ellen C. Davis, City Clerk Doris C. Hain, Executive Secretary Reverend Vernon Jacobs, Christ Lutheran Church, delivered the invocation, followed by Flag Salute led by the Girl Scouts of America. With the assistance of the Director of Public Works, Mayor Corbin presented to Mrs. Zoe Carmical, the award for Public Works Employee of the Year. The Mayor and Mr. Spindel congratulated Mrs. Carmical for her outstanding achievements and expressed appreciation for the excellent work she has been doing in the Department of Public Works. Mr. Cecil Ricks, Jr., Attorney for Gerald Stevens, former Downey Police Officer, appeared before the City Council, requesting that the new City Manager, Charles W. Thomp- son, review the case and the findings of the Personnel Advisory Board with reference to the termination of Officer Stevens on September 17, 1969, and render a decision on the matter prior to June 24, 1970, the date of Mr. Stevens' 35ae birthday. Following discuss- ion on the matter, the City Manager stated he would review the case and meet with Mr. Stevens' attorney within the next few days. Mayor Corbin stated that this was the time and place for the public hearing on appeal to Zone Exception Case No. 925, James Miller, 9460 True Avenue, Downey. He inquired of the City Clerk if she had the necessary affidavits of publication, to which she responded in the affirmative. He inquired of her if she had any correspondence on the matter and she advised that she had a letter of protest from Mr. L. P. Leavitt, 9724 Blandwood St., Downey, copies of which were distributed to the members of the City Council. Ordered received and filed. The Director of Planning reported on the factual data of this case. He stated the request was to establish, operate, and maintain a drilling site for exploratory drilling for oil and gas and for production of such products if discovered in paying quantities, in an R-1, 5000 residential zone. The Planning Commission, he stated, heard the case on d March 18, 1970, and the request was denied. Mr. William P. Wilson, Attorney, 10901 Paramount Boulevard, appeared before the Council on behalf of the applicant, requesting that the City Council recommend approval of the request of the applicant. He stated that the arguments in opposition were un- founded and that the proposed use of this property would not be detrimental to the public health, safety,comfoxt,,convenience & gee'neral we.lfare'of the -community. He stated that, in fact, the use proposed by the applicant would be an improvement to the area. He added that the conditions which would be imposed by the Planning Commission for such zone ex- ception would eliminate any objectionable features. Mr. E. L. Boyce, 1901 Avenue of the Stars, Los Angeles, responded to questions of the Councilmen regarding the noise level of the proposed use. He stated that the noise level would be no greater than the Freeway noise..which is presently existing in this area. In response to questions of Councilman Morton, Mr. Wilson explained that the exploratory phase of this project would involve possibly 12 people. On completion of that, if it develops that it will be a long-range project, the operation would require only supervisory personnel. In response to questions of Council, Mr. Wilson stated that the process of moving the equipment and materials to the site would take from 3 to 4 weeks. The explora- tory phase of this project would take approximately 6 months. The Director of Planning, replying to questions of the City Council regarding requirements of the Fire Department for permanent installation, stated that conditions would be imposed by the planning Com- mission if an exception were approved for permanent installation. Council Minutes 5/11/70 -1- Others speaking in favor of the zone exception were: Mr. Joseph A. Davis, 9556 Gallatin Road; Mr. Francis Hart,9643 Cedartree Road; Mr. Alex Theres, 10311 South Mattock Avenue; Mr. Robert Johnson,7945 3rd Street. Some arguments presented in favor of the zone exception were that it would improve the esthetic values of the property; that the property as it exists is not satisfactory for residential uses; that a successful operation would result in revenues to the City, thus decreasing the residential property tax. Mr. Ed Cole, 9458 Pico Vista presented a petition in opposition to the requested zone exception, which, he stated, was signed by 119 persons in the surrounding area. It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Winton, and so ordered to accept the petition as a part of the record of this case. - The following persons spoke in opposition to the zone exception: Mr. Ed Cole, 9458 Pico Vista; Mr. Stewart Maclean, 9808 Lesterford Avenue; Mr. Herbert Brown, 9325 Dalewood Avenue; Mr. Elwin Vincent, 9428 Pico Vista Road. Some of the arguments presented in opposition were the noise factor; the necessity for trucks to bring in materials and equipment on True Avenue, the only access road to the property; the fire hazard of such a project; that the property could easily be developed for R-1, 5000 residential use; the odors and pollution of the air; the unsightly tower that would be visible to the neighborhood for the period of the exploratory phase. Statements in rebuttal were made by Mr. Wilson. He stated that his presentation had brought out information which should prove that there was no basis for the arguments presented at this hearing. Following discussion on the matter, it was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Ferris, and passed by the following vote to deny the appeal and uphold the decision of the Planning Commission on Zone Exception Case No. 925. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mayor declared a recess at 9:20 p.m. The meeting resumed at 9:30 p.m., all members of the Council being present. Mayor Corbin announced that this is the time -and place for the hearing on Appeal to the Decision of the Planning Commission in Zone Exception Case No. 922, Cecil W. Sutton, Jr., 10065 Newville Avenue. The Planning Commission denied the request of the applicant to establish and maintain a single carport attached to the main building with a side yard setback of six inches from the northerly property line, and to connect said carport to the former garage that has a three foot side yard setback. The Mayor inquired of the City Clerk if she had the required affidavits of publica- tion, to which she responded in the affirmative. He inquired if she had received any correspondence on the matter and she replied that she had received a letter of protest from Mrs. Henry R. Clark, 10038 South Newville Avaiue, copies of which were distributed to the members of the City Council. The Director of Planning, William Goggin, reported on the factual data in this case. He stated that the original 2-car garage had been converted to a business office which the Department,interprets to be a violation of the Zoning Ordinance in that when it was converted there was no supplemental garage or car ports provided on the property. The conversion of the garage, he stated, was accomplished without the benefit of a build- ing permit and is, therefore, an illegal structure. He stated that the applicant contends his business is a "home occupation" under the Zoning Ordinance, but after investigation, it is the Department's opinion that it is a "full business" and does not come within the category of "home occupation". The Mayor inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak in favor of the case and Mr. Cecil Sutton, Jr., appearedbefore the Council. He presented a resume of correspondence and events leading to the filing of the requested zone exception. Referr- ing to the nature of his business, Mr. Sutton stated his Federal Income Tax forms will substantitate that he had no employees; charges to the contrary were untrue. He present- ed a petition which he stated indicated that 80% of the property owners within the 500 ft. radius are in favor of the zone exception. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Ferris and so ordered to accept the petition as a part of the record of this case. The Mayor inquired if there was anyone who wished to ,speak in opposition to this case. Mrs. Nina Haskell, 10060 Newville Avenue, appeared before the Council. She stated she was in opposition to the use of the property for business purposes, that it was detri- mental to the surrounding area. Mrs. Haskell further stated that at the time Mr. Sutton purchased the home the existing partitions were not a part of the structure. She present- ed a petition signed by residents in the area opposing the zone exception. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Ferris and so ordered to accept the petition Council Minutes 5/11/70 -2- i as part of the record in this case. The Mayor inquired if there was anyone else present who wished to speak in opposition to the case and there was no response. Mr. Phillip Poppler, 223 Pacific Avenue, Long Beach, Attorney for the applicant, spoke in rebuttal. He stated that the business of Mr. Sutton was a home occupation and that it brought no traffic into the area. Referring to statements of the opposition re- garding foot traffic, he stated Mr. Sutton was active in many youth organizations which resulted in many visits from members of these groups. He further stated that Mr. Sutton's business was computerized and all business is conducted by mail with the exception of presentations to various youth organizations. He stated that at the Planning Commission hearing, evidence was brought to light that this building was constructed prior to incor- poration of the City and was built according to the requirements of the County Ordinance. Mr. James R. Wells, 10238 Chaney Avenue, Downey, presented modified plans of the proposed carport. He stated that it was his opinion that the 3 ft. setback is legal and should not require a zone exception. Mr. Michael Burke, 8514 Stewart d Gray Road,also spoke in rebuttal to statements of opposition and stated he did not think it would bring any noticeable foot traffic to the area. Mr. Sutton stated that he had installed panelling in the garage without the issu- ance of a building permit as he did not understand at the time that this was a requirement. In reply to Mr. Morton's question as to whether there was a room in the garage at the time he purchased the property, Mr. Sutton stated there was not. He stated there was a 2-car garage door which he had removed. Asked if he had employed help in the conduct of his business, Mr. Sutton stated that he had at one time employed a person part-time but that he has employed no one since 1968. Following further questions concerning improvements made after purchase of the property, it was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Morton and so ordered to close the hearing on this case. Councilman Morton asked why the Planning Department approved a home occupation permit and later notified Mr. Sutton he was in violation of the home occupation section of the Code, to which Mr. Goggin, Planning Director, replied that when an applicant files for a home occupation business License, it is assumed that his statements are valid regard- ing conformance to the Zoning Code, but after investigating Mr. Sutton's property, it was determined that there was a violation. Mr. Coggin further stated that the Planning Depart- ment did not challenge the veracity of his statement that the garage had been converted prior to purchase and that it was not until well into the Planning Commission public hear- ing that Mr. Sutton stated he had made the conversions after purchase. Following further discussion on the matter, it was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Ferris and passed by the following vote to take the matter under submission and request a written opinion from the City Attorney, and in addition, that the matter be referred to the City Traffic Engineer for a report regarding the turning radius, further that the previous owner be contacted to determine the alterations made to the structure prior to sale of the property to Mr. Sutton. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mayor Corbin opened the public hearing on Appeal to the decision of the Planning Commission on Zone Exception Case No. 931, request to establish, operate, and maintain a two (2) story, 10,500 square foot general and professional office building twenty-seven ft. (271) in height with off-street parking for twenty-two (22) automobiles, modification of the front yard setback to five feet (51), trash storage in the front yard setback; elimination of the required landscaping in the parking area and signs as permitted in the C-H zone; property located in an R-1-5000 zone. The Mayor inquired of the City Clerk if she had the required affidavits of publica- tion, to which she responded in the affirmative. He inquired if she had received any correspondence on the matter and she stated she had received a letter of protest from C. Larry Hoag, who owns an apartment at 8547 Imperial Highway, approximately 100 feet from the subject property. The Director of Planning reported on the factual data in this case. He stated that the property in question is presently zoned R-1-5000, but is proposed to be developed to R-3 uses and the property to the east and west of the subject property is developed to R-3, apartment house development. The Mayor inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak in favor of the matter, and the following persons presented arguments in favor of the request: H. Lee Trafford, Attorney, 11017 Paramount Boulevard; Mrs. Diane Boggs, 8629 Meadow Road; Robert Garstang, 10436 Chaney Avenue; Mrs. Betty Kilpatrick, 8607 Meadow Road; Mr. Edward DiLoreto, 10402 Rives Road, Downey. Council Minutes 5/11/70 -3- Mr. Trafford presented a rendering of the proposed professional building. He present- ed a map showing Imperial Highway on which he stated that 32,000 vehicles traverse daily. He pointed to sites on Imperial Highway which have been developed to R-3 uses and those developed to commercial uses. He stated that the development of this lot to R-3 uses would have economic Limits, as it could be developed with an apartment of probably only 6 to 8 units. Such development he stated would be sub -standard compared to adjacent development and would invite a low quality of tenants. He referred to the present parking problems on Imperial Highway which he stated would be increased if more apartment buildings are estab- lished in this area. Mr. Trafford requested the City Council to consider a deviation from the develop- ment of this area as proposed under the .Master Plan as further: development to R-3 uses would result in over -saturation of apartment houses. Others speaking in favor stated there was a need for additional professional ser- vices in the area; they were in opposition to the establishment of more apartment houses in the area, bringing in transient -type residents, and more parking problems, and it was their opinion that the proposed development to a professional building as shown on the rendering presented with architecture compatible with adjacent buildings would be an asset to this area. The Mayor inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak in opposition to the matter. There was no response. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Ferris and so ordered to close the hearing on the Appeal of Zone Exception Case No. 931. Councilman Winton read a prepared statement regarding the development of District No. 1, the southeast section of the City. He requested a mdratorium on the development of District No. 1 until such time as the Master Plan is revised. It was moved by Councilman Winton, and seconded by Councilman Corbin to take Zone Exception Case No. 931 under submission until the Master Plan of Zoning is revised, and that it be revised no later than December 14, 1970. AYES: 2 Councilmem Winton, Corbin NOES: 3 Councilmen: Ferris, Corbin, Jennings ABSTAIN: 1 Councilmen: Morton ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Councilman Morton stated he would abstain from voting on this matter as Mr. DiLoreto was a contributor to his campaign for re-election to the City Council. It was moved by Councilman Winton to deny the appeal on Zone Exception Case No. 931 and refer the matter to the Planning Commission. No second. It was moved by Councilman Ferris and seconded by Councilman Jennings to reverse the decision of the Planning Commission and refer the matter of Zone Exception No.-931 to the Planning Commission for report and recommendations. AYES: 2 Councilmen: Ferris, Jennings NOES: 2 Councilmen: Winton, Corbin ABSTAIN: 1 Councilmen: Morton ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Ferris and passed by the following vote to take the matter of Appeal on Zone Exception Case No. 931 under submission. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Jennings, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSTAIN: 1 Councilmen: Morton ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None The Mayor declared a recess at 12:05 a.m. The meeting was resumed at 12:15 a.m. with a roll call vote, all members of the Council being present. Mayor Corbin opened the public hearing on Downey City Lighting District Annexation 70/14 - Pomering Road. He inquired of the City Clerk if she had the necessary affidavits of posting of notices, to which she responded in the affirmative. The Mayor inquired if 'she had received any letter of protest and she replied that she had not. The Director of Public Works reported that this Lighting District Annexation will involve the installation of 7,000 lumen mercury vapor luminaires. The percentage of property owners signing the petition was 79%. The total cost of installation will be $444. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Ferris and so ordered to accept the report of the Director of Public Works. The Mayor inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak in protest to the matter. There was no response. Council Minutes 5/11/70 -4- Letter from State Department of Public Works advising of apportionment of $82,925. to the City of Downey as their share in allocation of Federal TOPICS Program for the 1970-71 fiscal year. Ordered received and filed. At the request of theapplicant, it was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Ferris and so ordered to withhold action onthe adoption of Ordinance regarding Zone Change Case No. 117, Demos Shakarian, 10002-30 Imperial Highway, until the next Council meeting. RESOLUTION NO. 2390 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 SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SECOND STREET AND PARAMOUNT BOULEVARD. The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Winton,seconded by Councilm 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. 2390. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 2391 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ESTABLISHING PARKING RESTRICTIONS ON PUBLIC PARKING LOTS WITHIN BOUNDARIES OF ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 66,AND RESCINDING RESOLUTIONS 1263, 2016, AND 2054. The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and so ordered to waive further reading. It wasrmved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councioman Jennings and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 2391. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 2392 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY COMMENDING MR. JOHN D. PARKHURST ON HIS SELECTION AS ONE OF THE TOP TEN PUBLIC WORKS MEN OF THE YEAR 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 Councilmam Ferris and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 2392. RESOLUTION NO. WS-685 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 #23319 to #23807 - $172,654.34 (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-685. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. WS-686 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AND SPECIFYING THE FUNDS OUT OF WHICH THE SAME ARE TO BE PAID - WARRANTS #9307 to #9699 - $284,327.41 (B WARRANTS) The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Ferris and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Morton and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. WS-686. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Council Minutes 5/11/70 -7- 9 4-.s It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Winton and passed by the following vote to accept the improvements completed under Cash Contract No. 225 Unit 2 and the maintenance thereof, (Smallwood Avenue et al). AYES: 5 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENTS 0 Councilmen: None Received report of Director of Public Works on Cash Contract No. 239 Unit 2 Baseball Diamond Lighting - Downey High School. Ordered received and filed. It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Winton and passed by the following vote to accept the improvements constructed under Cash Contract No. 253, Pomering Road, Firestone B1va. to Second Street; approve extra items of work and accept re$ponsibility for maintenance thereof. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin 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 sale of 1961 GMC Van (Police Department) to the City of Bell Gardens in the amount of the bid submitted and reject all other bids. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin 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 the retention of Lampman. & Associates for Reservoir Study with a maximum expend i'tureof $6,000., and that such study be coordinated with the Joint City and School Board Recreation Committee. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None City Manager Charles W. Thompson reported on security lights at Rio San Gabriel Park, -- It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Ferris and passed by the following vote to authorize expenditure for security lights at Rio San Gabriel Park, with the following transfer of funds: AMOUNT: FROM: TO $900,00 09903--213(Operational Acct.Water) 093812 (Cap. Improve.) (Parks & Recreation) Parks & Recreation AYES: 4 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSTAIN: 1 Councilmen: Jennings ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None City Manager Charles Thompson clarified expenditure of $9.71 shown on the Downey Civic Chorus financial report of December 2, 1969. City Manager Charles Thompson reported on National League of Cities request for contribution to the Inter -American Municipal Organization (IAMO). No action. At the request of City Manager Charles Thompson, it was moved by Councilman Winton seconded by Councilman Ferris and passed by the following vote to authorize the City Manager to be out of the City May 14 & 15, 1970, for trip to Wyoming, Michigan, with reasonable expenses allowed. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None City Manager reported on Cerritos College Community Research and Development & th Committees' Fourth Annual Citv-School Beautification Awards Luncheon, May 26, 1970. action. City Manager Charles Thompson reported on his review of the contract with Los Angeles Airways, Inc. and his determination of the conditions on which termination of the contract couldbe made. He stated he would report further to the Council relative to possible uses of this property. Council Minutes 5/11/70 -8- RESOLUTION NO. 2393 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF A NEGOTIABLE NOTE IN THE AMOUNT OF TWO -HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($200,000.00) The Resolution was read by title only. It wastmved Councilman Winton, 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. 2393. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 2394 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF A NEGOTIABLE NOTE IN THE AMOUNT OF ONE -HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($1001000.00) The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Winton, 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. 2394. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Councilman Winton reported regarding the untimely death of Mrs. Cora Rowe, his appointee to the Library Advisory Board. He said that rarely does one have the oppor- tunity to work with a person as willing to serve the City as Mrs. Rowe. He stated Mrs. Rowe has served as Vice Chairman and Chairman of the Library Advisory Board since her appointment on October 14, 1968, and that her pleasant personality and good advice will be missed. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Morton and passed by the following vote that a room in the proposed addition to the Library be named in honor of Mrs. Cora Rowe. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mr. Wendell Wiser, 10921 Paramount Boulevard, appeared before the City Council. He commented relative to the action taken by the City Council at the regular meeting held April 281h regarding curtailing of funds to the Downey Museum of Art. Mr. Wiser spoke regarding the County taking over three of the North American Rock- well buildings and he stated he objected to removing this property from the tax rolls. Mr. Wiser also commended Mr. William Goggin Planning Director, for his honest and faithful service to the City in upholding the laws that the City Council has given him. There being no further business before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 1:30 a.m. ELLEN C. DAVIS, CITY CLERK Council Minutes 5/11/70 -9- BEN 'D CORBIN, ITAYOR