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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-04-27-71-Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APRIL 27, 1971 T A B L E O F M I N U T E A C T I O N S SUBJECT: Resolution #2527 Ordering Annexation to Lighting District (Annex. 71/1 thru 71/13) 11 Minutes, April 12, 1971 as corrected Appeal, Z.E. Case #987, 9341 Firestone Blvd Notice of Public Hearing on Management of Ground Water Quality Downey Civic Chorus, 3rd Quarter Report Report of Insurance Claims Received: Eric George Dodd, 15547' Colorado Ave., Paramount Leslie Hangyas, 5933 Agra St., Bell Gardens John Hangyas, 5933 Agra St., Bell Gardens Resolution #2528 Approving Reappointment to Downey Comm. Hospital Authority Commission Resolution #2529 Approving Reappointment to Downey Comm. Hospital Authority Commission Resolution #2530 Requesting Local Agency Formation Comm. to Consent to Relocation of Common Boundary bet. Downey & South Gate Resolution Endorsing Miss Liberty Pageant Resolution #WS-735 (Payroll) Resolution #WS-736 (B Warrants) CC #SS-132, Unit 2, Stewart & Gray Rd. Ext. Award of contract CC #SS-233, Firestone Blvd. at Ryerson Ave., Traffic Signal Installation. Acceptance of Improvements CC #SS-247, Stewart & Gray Rd. Acceptance of Improvements CC #267, Brookshire Park. Acceptance of Improvements CC #276, Firestonc Blvd. Street Lighting Trench - Old River School Rd. to West City Limits. Acceptance of improvements CC #277, Pipe Lining of Water Mains. Acceptance of Improvements CC OSS-198, Foster Bridge Blvd. - Sewer Main. Confirm Assessment CC #260, 2S Stewart & Gray Rd. (Ext.) Sewer Main. Confirm Assessment CC #275, Slurry Seal - Various Locations. Plans & specs, auth. to adv. for bids, & appropriation of funds Page 1 of 2 ACTION: PAGE NO. Adopted 2 Held for later action this meeting 6 Hearing set for 5/10/71 2 No action 2 Ordered filed 2 No action 2 Adopted 2 Adopted 2 Adopted 3 Taken under submission 3 Adopted 3 Adopted 3 Approved 4 Approved 4 Approved 4 Approved 4 Approved 4 Approved 4 Approved 4 Approved 5 Approved 5 Table of Minute Actions Council Meeting 4/27/71 SUBJECT: D.I.P. #618, 11540 Downey Ave. (Davis St. Frontage) Chapter 27 Proceedings Sidewalk Matching Funds for Sidewalk Construction Sidewalk Matching Funds - M.F. Proj. #88 (12650 Lakewood Blvd.) Downey Community Hospital request for increase in hospital service charges Diehl, Evans & Co., Auditors, proposed fee for 1971-72 Minutes, April 12, 1971 Comments of Councilman Morton re sign ordinance, recreation equipment in setback areas Policy on employment of personnel due to financial situation of City City Attorneys attendance at Spring Meeting of City Attorneys in Monterey Assembly Bill 1208. Auth. Mayor to send letters in opposition Page 2 of 2 ACTION: PAGE NO. Approved 5 Approved 5 Approved 5 Ref. to City Manager for recommendation dur. budget sessions 5 Ref. to City Manager for recommendation dur. budget sessions 5 Approved as corrected 6 No action Approved Approved Approved 6 6 6 7 - MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APRIL 27, 1971 The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 8:00 a.m., April 27, 1971, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, Mayor Joseph G. Ferris presiding. PRESENT: Councilmen: Morton, Winton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris 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. Goggin, Director of Planning Ray Lake, Director of Building & Safety Jim Ruth, Director of Parks & Recreation Robert W. Gain, Fire Chief Loren D. Morgan, Police Chief H. J. Henriksen, City Engineer Ellen C. Davis, City Clerk Judy McDonnell, Executive Secretary Reverend Mark Gress, Downey United Methodist Church, delivered the invocation, followed by the Flag Salute Led by Councilman Hollis. The Director of Public Works, Ervin Spindel, stated that he was very pleased to report that Jerry Masgai, Senior Right -of -Way Aide, has been licensed by the State of California as a Land Surveyor, having successfully passed a rigid two-day examination on his first attempt which is highly unusual. He said during an average examination of this type the passing percentage is 30 and has been as low as 11. He said Jerry Masgai has been in the Department of Public Works since 1967, and it is hoped that he will remain there for a long time. Councilman Jennings, also a licensed Land Surveyor, congratulated Mr. Masgai on behalf of the City Council and commented on his unusual accomplishment in having passed this test on his first attempt. Mayor Ferris declared that this is the time and place for the public hearing on Downey City Lighting District Annexations 71/1 through 71/13. He inquired of the City Clerk if she had the Affidavits of Posting Notice and Publication, to which she responded in the affirmative. Ordered received and filed. The Director of Public Works reported that included in the subject annexations are various areas throughout the City which have had street lighting required in connection with a subdivision or zone case. He reported on the location and type of lights and stated the annual operation cost will be $4,088.40. The tax rate per $100 assessed valuation for Zone I will be $0.21; Zone II $0.11; Zone III $0.16. The Mayor inquired of the City Clerk if she had received any written protests, and she replied she had not. The Mayor inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak in opposition to the matter, and there was no response. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Winton, and so ordered to close the hearing on Downey City Lighting District Annexations 71/1 through 71/13. RESOLUTION NO. 2527 -; A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ORDERING ANNEXATION OF A CERTAIN AREA TO THE DOWNEY CITY LIGHTING DISTRICT AND TO MAINTAIN AND FURNISH ELECTRICAL CURRENT TO THOSE STREET LIGHTING FIXTURES LOCATED ON STREETS AND PUBLIC PLACES WITHIN THAT AREA UNTIL JANUARY 31, 1983 (ANNEXATIONS 71/1 THROUGH 71/13) The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Winton, and so ordered to waive further reading. Council Minutes 4/27/71 -1- It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Winton, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 2527. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Winton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Councilman Winton requested that action on the Minutes of April 12, 1971 be held until after a recess. Communication from Robert J. Chamberlain & Associates, 8050 Florence Ave., Downey, requesting a hearing on Appeal, Zone Exception Case #987, 9341 Firestone Blvd. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and so ordered to set a public hearing on Appeal, Zone Exception Case #987, for 7:30 p.m., May 10, 1971, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall. Communication from Quentin M. Garcia, Jr., 10308 Tristan Dr., Downey, regarding Presentation on Narcotics & Dangerous Drugs by Det. Ron Allinson, Downey P.D. Ordered received and filed. Communication from Central and West Basin Water Replenishment District regarding Public Hearing on Management of Ground Water Quality May 20, 1971. The Director of Public Works stated this meeting was called to the attention of the Water Board. Mayor Ferris suggested that a member of the City Council attend. Communication from Carter W. Clarke, Jr., Brigadier General, USA, regarding Concert given by The Studio Band of USA Field Band at Downey High School. Mayor Ferris reported that he attended the concert and was proud of both the appearance and conduct of the students. Communication from Downey Civic Chorus regarding Report for 3rd Quarter 1970/71. Ordered received and filed. REPORT OF INSURANCE CLAIMS RECEIVED Eric George Dodd, 15547z Colorado Ave., Paramount Leslie Hangyas, 5933 Agra St., Bell Gardens John Hangyas, 5933 Agra St., Bell Gardens RESOLUTION NO. 2528 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THE REAPPOINTMENT BY THE MAYOR OF A MEMBER TO THE DOWNEY COMMUNITY HOSPITAL AUTHORITY COMMISSION The Resolution 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 adopt Resolution No. 2528. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Winton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 2529 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THE REAPPOINTMENT BY THE MAYOR OF A MEMBER TO THE DOWNEY COMMUNITY HOSPITAL AUTHORITY COMMISSION The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Mayor Ferris, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Mayor Ferris, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 2529. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Winton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Council Minutes 4/27/71 -2- RESOLUTION NO. 2530 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY REQUESTING THE LOCAL AGENCY FORMATION COMMISSION TO CONSENT TO THE RELOCATION OF COMMON BOUNDARY BETWEEN THE CITY OF DOWNEY AND THE CITY OF SOUTH GATE The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Mayor Ferris, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 2530. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Winton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ENDORSING THE MISS LIBERTY PAGEANT The Resolution was read by title only. Councilman Jennings requested that this matter be taken under submission until the information requested has been received. So ordered. RESOLUTION NO. WS-735 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. 36012 - 36516 -- $190,660.81 -- 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-735. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Winton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. WS-736 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. 14144 - 14382 -- $253,271.24) 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-736, AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Winton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Cash Contract #SS-1.32, Unit 2, Stewart and Gray Road Extension. The Director of Public Works reported the low bid is substantially lower than the Engineer's estimate. He said since this is a large project arrangements have been made with the County of Los Angeles for a ground -breaking ceremony. In response to questions by Councilman Jennings, the Director of Public Works explained the bid bond irregularity. Council Minutes 4/27/71 -3- Following a summation of bids, it was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and passed by the following vote to award Cash Contract #SS-132, Unit 2, Stewart and Gray Road Extension, to Silveri and Ruiz Construction Company of Fullerton, the lowest and best bidder, in the amount of the unit prices bid, and to waive the bid bond irregularity. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Winton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Morton, and passed by the following vote to accept the improvements constructed under Cash Contract #SS-233, Firestone Blvd. at Ryerson Ave., Traffic Signal Installation, the City's share of the maintenance thereof, and authorize final payment of bid costs. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Winton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Winton, and passed by the following vote to accept the improvements completed under Cash Contract #SS-247, Stewart and Gray Road, and the responsibility for maintenance thereof. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Winton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Cash Contract #267 Brookshire Park. Jim Ruth, Director of Parks d Recreation, reported the first stage has been com- pleted, including the irrigation system. He said the park maintenance crew is in the process of planting 35 trees. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and passed by the following vote to accept the improvements completed in conjunction with Cash Contract #267, Brookshire Park, and the responsibility for maintenance thereof. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Winton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and passed by the following vote to accept the improvements constructed under Cash Contract #276, Firestone Blvd. Street Lighting Trench - Old River School Road to the West City Limits, and authorize payment of bid and extra work costs incurred. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Winton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Morton, and passed by the following vote to accept the improvements constructed under Cash Contract #277, Pipe Lining of Water Mains, and the maintenance thereof. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Winton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Mayor Ferris, and passed by the following vote to confirm the assessment of sewer connection fees on Cash Contract #SS-198, Foster Bridge Blvd. - Sewer Main, as shown on "As Built" Drawing 0-23-93, Sheet 3. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Winton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Morton, and passed by the following vote to confirm the assessment of sewer connection fees on Cash Contract #260, 2S Stewart and Gray Road (Extension) Sewer Main, as shown on "As Built" Drawing #3-23--118, Sheet 3, Council Minutes 4/27/71 -4- AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Winton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and passed by the following vote to approve the plans and specifications for Cash Contract #275, Slurry Seal - Various Locations, grant authority to advertise for bids, and appropriate funds as follows: AMOUNT FROM TO $25,000. Gas Tax Surplus Fund Balance A/C #06-11319 AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Winton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and passed by the following vote to approve Chapter 27 proceedings on Downey Improvement Project 7k618, 11540 Downey Ave. (Davis Street Frontage), for sidewalk construction and waive the 30-day notification period, 60-day compliance period, and the protest hearing. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Winton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and passed by the following vote to approve Sidewalk Matching Funds for Sidewalk Construction at the follow- ing locations: M.F. NO. ADDRESS ESTIMATED CITY COST 49 7048 Dinwiddie St. $ 60.00 50 12220 Dolan Ave. 80.00 51 9068 Eglise Ave. 90.00 53 11403 Horton Ave. 411.00 54 9223 Klinedale Ave. 54.00 55 10236-10240 La Reina Ave. 126.00 52 9400-9404 Firestone Blvd. (SE corner Woodruff Ave.) 806.00 Total Estimated City Cost $ 1,627.00 AYES: 5 Councilmen.: Morton, Winton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and passed by the following vote to authorize the payment of $1,700. to Cornette Syndication Two for Sidewalk Matching Funds - M.F. Proj. #88, for the construction of sidewalk at 12650 Lakewood Boulevard. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Winton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None There being no objections, Downey Community Hospital request for Increase in Daily Hospital Service Charges was referred to the City Manager for recommendation during budget sessions. There being no objections, Diehl, Evans $ Co., Auditors, proposed fee for 1971-72, was referred to the City Manager for recommendation during budget sessions. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT City Manager Charles Thompson submitted a Quarterly Report on Tuition Reimbursement and stated six people had completed courses during the month of March. A recess was declared at 8:45 a.m. The Meeting was resumed at 8:55 a.m. with all Councilmen. present. Council Minutes 4/27/71 -5- Councilman Winton requested a correction in the Minutes of April 12, 1971 approval of the Minutes of March 23rd as corrected. He stated the amount of funds approved to cover the deficit in the Christmas Fund Parade should be $938.37. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and passed by the following vote to approve the Minutes of April 12, 1971 as corrected. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Winton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Councilman Morton stated that in discussions of the proposed General Plan it was noted that there is an increasing number of large signs permeating into the City of Downey, He stated he would like a recommendation from the Planning Department somewhat in the near future with regard to a sign ordinance that would effectively reduce the size of signs in the City to a maximum size within a period of five years or so, or a period that would permit the amortization of the cost of over -sized signs. Referring to front yard setbacks, Councilman Morton stated there is an increasing number of people acquiring campers, boats, trailers, etc., and the way the City has developed in the past with many garages on the sides of homes and no access to back yards, there is an increasing number of people using front yards and lawn areas for parking these items. He said he believes the City must come to grips with this problem if we are to maintain the quality of our residential areas and project a course of action which would set a permanent mandate for the future. Councilman Morton stated the City must become conversive with the fact that the four -day work week will be a reality in the nextfew years, allowing more time for recreation which will mean a greater increase in the number of campers, boats and trailers. He recommended that the Planning Department propose some plan to provide an area where citizens can park these items. Councilman Mortoncommented relative to the financial situation of the City during the past year. He said the City is trying to hold the line to maintain the cash flow situation in a healthy condition by restricting expenditures to only those that are necessary„ He said all departments were requested to maintain some integrity with re- gard to expenditures and he assumed that included employment of new employees only when absolutely necessary to fill a vacancy or where there is a need. I.t was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Mayor Ferris, and passed by the following vote that no new employees be employed by this City as a matter of policy and no vacancy filled by any department, including Administration, without approval of Council. In reply to a question by Councilman Jennings as to whether the motion includes employment for the Police Department, Councilman Morton replied that he meant "any vacancies". AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Winton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Winton, and passed by the following vote to authorize the Citv Attorney's attendance at the Spring meetine of City AttorntLs in Monterey, with reasonable and ordinary expenses allowed. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Winton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT': 0 Councilmen: None Mayor Ferris reported on a legislative bulletin received from League of California Cities. He said for the first time all cities have had an opportunity to shift some gas tax funding into maintenance and improvement of residential streets, which was made possible by the passage of legislation last year. He said Assembly Bill 1208 proposed by Assemblyman Townsend would nullify that legislation. He recommended that the City Council voice its opposition to Assembly Bill 1208. It was moved by Councilman. Winton, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and passed by the following vote to authorize the Mayor to send letters to every member of the Transporta- tion Committee voicing opposition to Assembly Bill 1208. Council Minutes 4/27/71 -6- "p.0 AYES: 5 Councilmen: Morton, Winton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 9:05.a.m. ELLEN C. DAVIS, CITY CLERK J6SEPH G. FERRIS, Council Minutes 4/27/71 -7-