HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-10-12-70-Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
OCTOBER 12, 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.
Appeal, Zone Exception Case #950, SW Corner
Studebaker Rd. & #605 Fwy. Ramp, request for
Abandonment of Appeal
Approved 1
Minutes, September 22, 1970
Approved 1
E. W. Giddings, Resignation from Water Board
Accepted 1
"Presidential Classroom for Young Americans",
request for contr. Kathy Tuttle, Downey High
Approved 1
Appeal, Zone Exception Case #922, request for
second hearing
Ref, to City Attorney 2
"Share the Burden" Welfare Resolution
Ref, to Legislative Study Comm. 2
Communication from Ken Miller, 7336 Cleargrove,
Ref. to City Manager &
re Utility Tax
City Attorney 2
Planning Resolution 4130 Adopting General
Plan
Hearing set 11/9/70 2
Appeal, Zone Exception Case #951, 7928 Devenir
Ref. to Planning Comm. 2
Legal Claims:
Paul E. Chambers, 10600 La Reina, Apt. H
(Report of claim denied)
No action 3
Alberta Barnett, 12004 S. Los Reyes,
—, La Mirada (Report of claim paid)
No action 3
Ordinance Granting Franchise, So. Calif.
--- Water Co.
Introduced 3
Ordinance Authorizing Amendment to Contract,
Calif. Public Employees' Retirement System
Introduced 3
Resolution #2458, Amending Annual Budget
Utility Users Tax
Adopted 4
Resolution #2459, Approving Agmt. with State
Div, of Highways for Inst. Traffic Signal
System, Firestone & Stewart & Gray (S.S. #180)
Adopted 4
Resolution #2460, Limiting Parking N/side
Firestone Blvd.
Adopted 4
Resolution #2461, Wage Rates, Public Work
Adopted 5
Resolution #2462, Approving Re-appt.
Caesar Mattei, Library Advisory Board
Adopted 5
Resolution #2463, Approving Appt. Marius Nielsen,
Water Board
Adopted 5
Resolution #WS-706 (Payroll)
Adopted 5
Resolution #WS-707 (B Warrants)
Adopted 5
CC #SS-224, Lindell Ave. bet. Telegraph Rd. &
Lakewood Blvd. Award of contract, exchange of
right-of-way, transfer of funds ,
Approved 6
Page 1 of 2
Table of Minute Actions
Council Meeting 10/12/70
SUBJECT:
CC #273, Tree Removals at Various Locations.
Award contract, authorize removal 12 additional
trees
CC #SS-220, Unit 1 - Old River School Rd. at
Dinwiddie St., & CC #SS-250 - Rives Ave. at
Yankey St. Plans & specs., authority to
advertise, transfer of funds
CC #SS-233, Inst. Traffic Signal, Firestone
Blvd. & Ryerson Ave. Auth. Mayor to sign agmt.
Request from Downtown Downey Business Assn. for
Funds for Christmas Lighting Downtown Area
Declaration as Surplus 1958 Pick-up Truck,
Rio Hondo Golf Course
Agmt. with Downey Museum of Art, appropriation
& transfer of funds
Appointment, Loren D. Morgan, Police Chief
Extension of contract with Frank E. Dunigan,
Community Service Coordinator, Police Dept.,
for one month
Complaint filed by County of Los Angeles against
City of Downey involving disputed electric bill
Committee to investigate future uses, Heliport
Request for assistance Guadalajara school
#105 Freeway Route. Re -petition Hwy. Commission,
Re -adopt Foster•-Gardendale Route, Auth. C.M. to
sign agreement
Req. preparation Resolution re 0105 Freeway
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ACTION:
Approved
Approved
Approved
Denied
Approved
Approved
Approved
Approved
Ref. to City Attorney
Appointment by Mayor
Ref. Sister City Committee
Approved
Approved
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MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
OCTOBER 12, 1970
The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 7:30 p.m.,
October 12, i970, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, Mayor Ben 'D Corbin
presiding,
PRESENT: Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
ALSO PRESENT: Charles W. Thompson, City Manager
Donald B. Robison, Assistant City Manager
Royal M. Sorensen, City Attorney
Ervin Spindel, Director of Public Works
Robert L. Shand, Director of Finance
William A. Coggin, Director of Planning
Ray Lake, Director of Building d Safety
Jim Ruth, Director of Parks d Recreation
Robert W. Gain, Fire Chief
Loren D. Morgan, Acting Chief of Police
Robert Coates, Water Superintendent
H. J. Henriksen, City Engineer
Ellen C. Davis, City Clerk
Judy McDonnell, Executive Secretary
Councilman Morton delivered the invocation, followed by the Flag Salute led by
Councilman Winton.
Appeal, Zone Exception Case
- Hearine continued from Ci
ebaker Road and #605 Fr
14. 1970.
The Mayor reported on communication from Dale L. Ingram, P. 0. Box 229, El Monte,
representing applicant, requesting withdrawal of Appeal, Zone Exception Case No. 950,
Southwest corner Studebaker Road and #605 Freeway Ramp.
It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Ferris, and passed by the
following vote to approve abandonment of Appeal, Zone Exception Case No. 950.
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 so ordered to
approve the Minutes of the City Council Meeting of September 22 1970.
Communication from E. W. Giddings regarding Resignation from Water Board. It was
moved by Mayor Corbin, seconded by Councilman Ferris, and so ordered to accept the
resignation of E. W. Giddings and prepare a plaque in appreciation for his services to
the City.
Communication from Kathy Tuttle, Downey High School, regarding "Presidential Class-
room for Young Americans", request for contribution.
It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Morton, and passed by the
following vote to carry out the policy established last year and encourage the soliciting
of funds from as many civic organizations as possible, and that the City appropriate the
balance not to exceed $400. to Miss Kathy Tuttle of Downey High School for her attendance
at the Presidential Classroom for Young Americans to be held in Washington, D. C.,
March 20 to 27, 1971.
AYES:
4
Councilmen:
Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings
NOES:
1
Councilmen:
Corbin
ABSENT:
0
Councilmen:
None
Communication from James Mize, Board of Supervisors, expressing appreciation for men
and equipment in recent fires. Chief Gain reported on the assistance rendered by the
City of Downey. He stated he is preparing a report of the cost to the City of Downey for
men and equipment used to present to the County for possible reimbursement by the Federal
Government under the Civil Defense and Disaster Program.
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Communication from Mr. Philip E. Poppler, Long Beach, representing applicant in
Appeal, Zone Exception Case #922, requesting a second hearing on the matter to propose
alternatives relative to the conditions imposed. The City Attorney advised that a
public hearing has been held and the City Council has acted on the matter, and their
action is final and conclusive. A further hearing will necessitate the filing of a new
application for zone exception with the Planning Department in accordance with the
provisions of the Code.
It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Ferris, and so ordered to
refer the letter from Mr. Philip E. Poppler to the City Attorney for an appropriate
reply.
Communication from Citizens Committee to Prevent Flood Disaster regarding
Proposition A, Storm Drain Bond Issue. Ordered filed.
Communication from Jackson d Balowitz, Huntington Park, regarding "Share the Burden"
Welfare Resolution. It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Winton,
and so ordered to refer this matter to the Legislative Study Committee, which will meet
on November 4th.
Communication from State Division of Highways regarding On -Premise Advertising
Displays. Ordered filed.
Communication from State Division of Highways regarding Acquisition of Property,
10206 Adoree St., Downey, on hardship case. Ordered filed.
Communication from P. R. Henkelman, Moravian Church, commending the City for
program of Community Services Coordinator P.D. Ordered filed.
Communication from Ken Miller, 7336 Cleargrove Dr., regarding Utility Tax.
It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and passed by
the following vote to refer this matter to the City Manager and City Attorney for an
appropriate reply,
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
Mr, Goggin, Director of Planning, requested that two Planning matters scheduled for
later action at this meeting be acted on at this time. So ordered,
It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Morton, and passed by the
following vote to set the hearing for Planning Resolution #130 Adopting General Plan for
November 9, 1970.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
Mr. Coggin requested Council to return their copies of the proposed General Plan
for updating.
Appeal, Zone Exception Case #951, 7928 Devenir Street. (Hearing 9/14/70 - referred
to Planning Commission re modification of condition.)
It was moved by Councilman Ferris that an agreement for future construction of side-
walks be required in lieu of the condition requiring that sidewalks be constructed at
the present time. No second.
It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Ferris, and passed by
the following vote to refer Zone Exception Case IP951 to the Planning Commission for a
report and recommendation requesting the Commission consider modification of Condition
#3, to require an agreement for the future installation of sidewalks at such time as 50%
of the property owners on Samoline Avenue have requirements for installing sidewalks on
Samoline, or when there is a proposed assessment district for the installation on
Samoline Avenue.
AYES: 3 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Jennings�/ecz inaYiou-�ucQ'd
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSTAIN: 2 Councilmen: Morton, Corbin
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Councilman Morton and Mayor Corbin abstained as they were absent from the Council
Meeting at which time the hearing was held on the matter and had not read a verbatim
transcript of the proceedings.
Mr. Spindel introduced Rhona Weinberg, 17 years old and a student at Downey High
School, who will be sponsored by the Public Works Department in the Miss Downey Pageant.
Chief Gain introduced Linda Hjerbe, 17 years old and a student at Downey High
School, majoring in Journalism, who will be sponsored by the Fire Department in the Miss
Downey Pageant.
Chief Morgan introduced Gina Pierce, 19 years old, a graduate of Downey High School,
and now attending California State College in Fullerton, who will be sponsored by the
Police Department in the Miss Downey Pageant.
The meeting was recessed at 7:50 p.m. for pictures to be taken. The meeting resumed
at 8:00 p.m. with a roll call vote, all members of the Council being present.
LEGAL CLAIMS:
Paul E. Chambers, 10600 La Reina, Apt. H, report on claim denied.
Alberta Barnett, 12004 S. Los Reyes, La Mirada, report of claim paid.
The Director of Finance presented a recommended procedure for the processing of
legal claims to eliminate the volume of paper work required in the present procedure,
which would be presentation to the City Council of one form containing all information,
recommendations and Insurance Company report of action.
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
GRANTING TO SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA WATER COMPANY, ITS
SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS A FRANCHISE TO LAY AND USE, FOR
TRANSMITTING AND DISTRIBUTING WATER FOR ANY AND ALL
PURPOSES, PIPELINES AND OTHER FACILITIES IN, ALONG,
ACROSS, UPON AND UNDER THE PUBLIC STREETS, WAYS,
---- ALLEYS AND PLACES WITHIN THE CITY OF DOWNEY
The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded
-- by Councilman Winton, and so ordered to waive further reading.
It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Winton, and passed by the
.following vote to introduce the Ordinance.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT BETWEEN THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AND THE BOARD OF
ADMINISTRATION OF THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC EMPLOYEES'
RETIREMENT SYSTEM
The Ordinance 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 introduce the Ordinance.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
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RESOLUTION NO. 2458
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
AMENDING THE ANNUAL BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENC-
ING JULY 1, 1970, AS ADOPTED BY RESOLUTION NO. 2415 AND
APPROPRIATING ADDITIONAL REVENUE TO BE REALIZED FROM
THE UTILITY USERS TAX, AND FIXING THE LIMITATIONS OF
EXPENDITURES FOR THE SEVERAL FUNCTIONS, DEPARTMENTS AND
ACTIVITIES CARRIED ON UNDER THE GENERAL PLAN
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 Jennings, seconded by Councilman Morton, and passed by
the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 2458.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
RESOLUTION NO. 2459
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE STATE DIVISION OF HIGH-
WAYS AND THE CITY OF DOWNEY FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A
TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYSTEM AND CERTAIN ISLAND MODIFICATIONS
AT THE INTERSECTION OF FIRESTONE BOULEVARD AND STEWART
AND GRAY ROAD (S.S. NO. 180)
The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded
by Councilman Ferris, and so ordered to waive further reading.
The Director of Public Works recommended the proposed installation which will permit
a better traffic flow on these streets.
It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Winton, and passed by the
following vote to adopt Resolution No. 2459.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT; 0 Councilmen: None
RESOLUTION NO. 2460
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
LIMITING PARKING TO TWO HOURS ON THE NORTH SIDE OF
FIRESTONE BOULEVARD FROM THE SOUTHERN PACIFIC RAILROAD
RIGHT-OF-WAY (CROSSING #BK-494.1) WEST 900 FEET AND
PROHIBITING STOPPING ON THE NORTH SIDE OF FIRESTONE
BOULEVARD FROM A POINT 900 FEET WEST OF SAID SPRR
RIGHT-OF-WAY WEST APPROXIMATELY 100 FEET
The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jennings,
seconded by Councilman Winton, and so ordered to waive further reading.
It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Winton, and passed by
the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 2460.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT; 0 Councilmen: None
RESOLUTION NO. 2461
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
ASCERTAINING THE GENERAL PREVAILING RATE OF PER DIEM
WAGES TO BE PAID UPON PUBLIC WORK WITHIN THE CITY
The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded
by Councilman Morton, and so ordered to waive further reading.
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It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Winton, and passed by the
following vote to adopt Resolution No. 2461.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
RESOLUTION NO. 2462
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE RE -APPOINTMENT OF CAESAR MATTEI AS A
MEMBER OF THE LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD
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 Ferris, seconded by Councilman Winton, and passed by the
following vote to adopt Resolution No. 2462,
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
RESOLUTION NO. 2463
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF MARIUS NIELSEN AS A MEMBER
OF THE WATER BOARD
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 was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Winton, and passed by
the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 2463.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
The City Clerk was directed to notify Mr. Nielsen of his appointment.
RESOLUTION NO. WS-706
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 (NO. 28912 -
29413 -- $190,005.48 -- PAYROLL)
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 was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and passed by
the following vote to adopt Resolution No. WS-706.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
RESOLUTION NO. WS-707
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 (NO. 11219 -
11406 -- $221,888.79)
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 Jennings, seconded by Councilman Winton, and passed by
the following vote to adopt Resolution No. WS-707.
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AYES: 5 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT:- 0 Councilmen: None
At the request of Councilmen Jennings and Winton, the Director of Finance stated he
would investigate the matter of telephone bill paid by Warrant #11285.
Following a summation of bids, it was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by
Councilman Jennings, and passed by the following vote to award a contract in the 'amount
of the unit prices bid to Sully -Miller Contracting Company of Long Beach, the lowest and
best bidder, for the construction of street improvements under Cash Contract #SS-224,
Lindell Ave., between Telegraph Rd, and Lakewood Blvd., authorize the exchange of street
improvements for right-of-way at 8825 and 8829 Lindell Ave., and authorize the following
transfer of funds:
AMOUNT: FROM: TO:
$4,000. Unappropriated Gas Tax Funds A/C 06-16079
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
Following a summation of bids, it was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by
Councilman Jennings, and passed by the following vote to award the contract for tree
removals to George's Tree Service of Bell, the lowest and best bidder, on Cash Contract
#273, Tree Removals at Various Locations, reject all other bids, and authorize removal
of 12 additional trees.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
At the request of Councilman Jennings, the Director of Public Works stated that he
would report to the City Council at their next meeting on a schedule for removal of
trees in the future.
It was moved by Council Ferris, seconded by Councilman Winton, and passed by the
following vote to approve the plans and specifications on Cash Contract #SS-220 Unit 1 -
Old River School Road at Dinwiddie Street, and Cash Contract #SS-250 - Rives Avenue at
Yankey Street, grant authority to advertise for bids, and authorize the following
transfer of funds:
AMOUNT: FROM: TO:
$6,200. Unappropriated Gas Tax Funds A/C 0616100
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Ferris, and passed by
the following vote to authorize the Mayor to sign agreement for cost sharing with owner
and tenant of affected private property for Installation of Traffic Signal, Firestone
Boulevard and Ryerson Avenue (Cash Contract #SS-233), which was previously authorized by
the City Council and now modified as to term of agreement.
AYES: 3 Councilmen: Ferris, Jennings, Corbin
NOES: 2 Councilmen: Winton, Morton
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Winton, and passed by
the following vote to deny Request from Downtown Downey Business Association for Funds
for Christmas Lighting for Downtown Area.
AYES: 3 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Jennings
NOES: 2 Councilmen: Morton, Corbin
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Ferris, and passed by the
following vote to approve Declaration as Surplus 1958 Pick-up Truck - Rio Hondo Golf
Course, and to offer the truck to local high schools for instruction purposes.
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AYES: 5 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
Art Museum Contract and Budget Appropriation - Following a report by the City Manager,
Charles W. Thompson, it was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Morton,
and passed by the following vote to authorize the Mayor- to sign Agreement with Downey
Museum of Art as per the draft submitted and recommended by the City Manager, Park and
Recreation Commission and the Director of Parks and Recreation, approve the appropriation
of $9,555. for the balance of the fiscal year to be retroactive to October 1, 1970, and
to authorize the following transfer of funds:
AMOUNT: FROM: TO:
$9,5.55. 09100--331.1 09100--331.7
Decorational & Promotional, Decorational & Promotional,
General Government Miscellaneous Art Museum
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
City Manager Thompson reported on his appointment of Acting Chief of Police Loren D.
Morgan as Chief of Police, subject to confirmation by the City Council. He stated in
his judgment Chief Morgan has demonstrated fully his ability to conduct the affairs of
the Police Department and to represent the City in an outstanding manner.
It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Winton, and passed by the
following vote to approve the Appointment of Loren D. Morgan as Police Chief.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
-- The City Manager recommended that the contract with Mr. Frank E. Dunigan, Community
Service Coordinator, Police Department, for a 4-month period from June 8, 1970 to
October 8, 1970 be extended for one month and during this time that Councilman Morton
-- work with him in making an appraisal of the services provided by this Coordinator
It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Ferris, and passed by the
following vote that the term of the contract with the Community Service Coordinator,
Police Department, be extended for one month and that a study be made as outlined by the
City Manager.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
Councilman Morton requested that copies of any communications received by Councilmen
regarding the Community Service Coordinator be made available to him.
The Mayor declared a recess at 8:55 p.m. The meeting was resumed at 9:10 p.m. with
a roll call vote, all members of the City Council present.
The City Manager reported on Complaint filed by the County of Los Angeles against
the City of Downey involving a disputed electric bill dating back to the time when the
City took over the Apollo Park, then known as "Imperial Park." Following a discussion,
the matter was referred to the City Attorney who requested that he be furnished with all
correspondence relating to this disputed bill.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
On the recommendation of Councilman Morton, the Mayor appointed a committee to in-
vestigate future uses of the City Heliport. The committee will consist of Councilmen
Morton and Winton, the City Manager and City Attorney.
Mayor Corbin reported on communication received from South E1 Monte Sister City
Association regarding a request they had received from Guadalajara for assistance for a
school in Guadalajara. Referred to Downey's Sister City Committee.
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In response to a question by Mayor Corbin, the Council stated they had no need for
the directory of County Offices which can be purchased for $5.28.
The Mayor inquired if there was anyone in the audience who wished to speak to the
City Council,
Mr. Wendell Wiser, 10921 So. Paramount Blvd,, appeared before the Council and
commended them for their appointment of Loren Morgan to the permanent position of
Police Chief,
#105 Freeway
Councilman Winton read his communication dated October 12, 1970, reporting on his
observations of the meeting recently held in District #1 with representatives of the
State Division of Highways, members of "Concerned Citizens to Resolve 105 Freeway
Dilemma", and interested citizens from Downey and Bellflower.
Councilman Winton requested that the City Council either reaffirm Resolution No. 2193
opposing the construction through the City of Downey now or in the future of any freeway,
and that all State/Federal legislative representatives and agencies be supplied with
copies with a request for their assistance; or that the City Clerk be directed to prepare
a resolution for adoption by the City Council which will set forth the reasons for their
opposition to the route adopted by the State Highway Commission; will declare that the
City Council of Downey will not sign an agreement for street closings on that route; and
requesting the Commission to re -open hearings on that portion of the freeway proposed
for construction through the City of Downey. (The recommended resolution was read in
full.)
Councilman Winton requested the City Council to pass a motion relative to an
advisory ballot to reaffirm the desires of the citizens, relative to reaffirming
Resolution No, 2193; and directing the City Clerk to draft a resolution for adoption by
the City Council which would incorporate the statements made in his recommended
resolution,
Mr, Walter O`Connell, 9254 E. Birdvale Dr., appeared before the City Council and
registered his opposition to the School Board interfering in a matter which he stated is
the sole responsibility of the City Council. He also objected to the recommendation of
Councilman Ferris at the meeting held recently at Yale Engineering for a socio-economic
study of the freeway which would prolong the matter. He requested the City Council to
proffer a substitute motion which would rescind the action of the City Council on the
resolution concerning the School Board's recommendation for the Gardendale-Foster Road
Route. He also requested a vote of the Council to implement Resolution No. 1875 dated
March 13,1967 and to sign the agreement with the Division of Highways for the proposed
Ratliffe Route,
Responding to a comment by Mr. O'Connell that the people have not been informed,
Councilman Winton stated that a minimum of nine public meetings have been held concern-
ing the freeway route, 1800 letters were mailed out, and the matter has been well
publicized in the local Press.
It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Morton, and passed by the
following vote that the City Council (1) Re -petition the State Highway Commission;
(2) Re -adopt the Foster-Gardendale Route; (3) Open discussions with the State Highway
Commission for an agreement on the Foster-Gardendale Route, and authorize the City
Manager to enter into an agreement with the State Highway Commission on that route.
AYES- 4 Councilmen: Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin
NOES. 1 Councilmen: Winton
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Ferris, and passed by the
following vote to direct the City Clerk to prepare a resolution to be presented to the
City Council at their next meeting, the resolution to be similar to his draft read at
this meeting.
AYES: 5 Councilmen: Winton, Ferris, Morton, Jennings, Corbin
NOES: 0 Councilmen: None
ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None
Councilman Morton spoke relative to the efforts made by Councilman Winton in trying
to determine the temper of his constituents regarding the freeway, offering every
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opportunity to the citizens in public meetings to obtain information on the background
of this program. He stated the minute records of the City Council will reflect it was
the intent of the City Council from the beginning of this program that the freeway route
be established along the southern border of the City and any changes made were predicated
on the school needs. Councilman Morton commented further regarding the changed position
of the State Highway Commission on the engineering design criteria of the Orange Route
after the City Council had adopted its position on the Orange Route, and after the State
Highway Commission had held its public hearing and had adopted the Orange Route as the
official route. He commended the City Council for standing up to the State Highway
Commission.
There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was
adjourned at 9:50 p.m.
ELLEN C. DAVIS, CITY CLERK
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BEN 'D CORBIN, MAYOR