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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-08-24-71-Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AUGUST 24, 1971 T A B L E O F M I N U T E A C T I O N S SUBJECT: Hearing, Proposed Ordinance Adopting the Uniform Building Code,'1970 Edition Hearing, Proposed Ordinance Adopting the Uniform Housing Code Hearing, Proposed Ordinance Adopting the National Electrical Code, 1968 Edition Hearing, Proposed Ordinance Adopting the Uniform Plumbing Code, 1970 Edition Hearing, Proposed Ordinance Adopting the Uniform Mechanical Code Hearing, Proposed Ordinance Adopting the Dangerous Buildings Code Minutes, August 9, 1971 Communication from Kenneth J. Miller re City Property Tax and Utility Users Tax Communication from City of Gardena re Uniform Local Sales and Use Tax Communication from Division of Hwys. re Public Hearings on Deletions from State Hwy. System Appeal, Z.E. Case #1013, 7313 Florence Ave. Communication from So. Calif. Rapid Transit District re Meeting of City Selection Committee Legal Claims Received: Ref. #026, Vernon Hicks, 6022 Wilson St., Hollydale, Calif. Ref. #019, Danny Lynton, 4409 Live Oak, Cudahy, Calif. Ordinance Amending DMC Adding Chapter 9 to Art. VII Consisting of Sec. 8900 thru 89442, Rehabilitation of Buildings & Property Ordinance Amending Sec. 6407 & 6407.1 DMC which said sections relate to Permit Fees Ordinance Amending DMC Sec. 3186(h), Ord. #262, Relating to Restricted Speed Limits Resolution #2575, Designating Stewart & Gray Rd. thru Street at Intersec. with Regentview Ave. Resolution #2576, Prohibiting Parking Any Time B/s Imperial Hwy. Frontage Rd. & Bridge Underpass in Vicinity of East City Limits Resolution #2577, Ord. Dir. Public Works Make Report pursuant to Street Ltg. Act 1919 (Annex, 71/14 thru 71/27) Resolution #2578, Dec1. Int. to Annex to Downey City Ltg, Dist. (Annex. 71/14 thru 71/27) Resolution #2579, Consenting to Establishment of Portions of Imperial Hwy. as Part of System of County Hwys. of County & Approving Maint. Agmt. for that Portion of Imperial Hwy. Resolution Approving Revisions to Lakewood Blvd. Interchange of Santa Ana Fwy. & Relocation of Buhman Ave. Pedestrian Overcrossing Page 1 of 2 ACTION• PAGE NO. Continued to 9/13/71 1 Continued to 9/13/71 1 Continued to 9/13/71 1 Continued to 9/13/71 1 Continued to 9/13/71 1 Continued to 9/13/71 1 Approved 2 Received and filed 2 Taken under submission 2 No action 2 Hearing set for 9/13/71 2 Resolution appointing delegate and alternate, Pg. 5 2 No action 2 Taken under submission 2 Introduced 3 Introduced 3 Adopted 3 Adopted 3 Adopted 4 Adopted 4 Adopted 4 Taken under submission 5 Iable of Minute Actions Council Minutes 8/24/71 SUBJECT: ACTION: Resolution #2580, Approving Apptmt. of Mayor Ferris as Delegate & Mayor Pro Tempore Winton as Alternate Delegate to City Selection Committee of So. Calif. Rapid Transit District Adopted Resolution Supporting Proposition that Federal Government take steps to Promote Domestic Automobile Mfg. & Increase Employment Failed Resolution #2581, Fixing Amount of Money Necessary Raised by Taxation for Fiscal Year Begin. 7/1/71 Adopted Resolution #2582, Fixing Rate of Taxes for Fiscal Year Begin. 7/l/71 Adopted Resolution #2583, Adopting Annual Ltg. Dist. Budget Fiscal Year Commcg. 7/1/71 & Fixing Limitation of Expenditures Adopted Resolution #2584, Fixing Rate of Taxes for Fiscal Year Begin. 7/1/71 for Ltg. Dist. within City Adopted Resolution #WS-752 (Payroll) Adopted Resolution #WS-753 (B Warrants) Adopted CC #279, Sixth St., Brookshire to Birchdale - Plans & specs & authority to advertise Approved CC #285, Myrtle St. (Bet. Firestone & Third) - Award of contract Approved D.P.C, #84, Brookmill Rd. W/o Paramount Blvd. - Acceptance of dedication & improvements & reimbursement to developer Approved D.I.P. #591, W/s Patton Rd. bet Alameda & A1bia Sts. Approved as amended Sidewalk Matching Funds - Transfer of funds Approved Paving Matching Funds Approved Police Department request for Personnel (to create position of Records Analyst) Rio Hondo River Beautification Report Request of Police Dept. for Crossing Guard, Brock & Gardendale & appropriation of funds CC ikSS-239, Seventh St. Report by Dir. Public Wks. Pedestrian Crosswalk Request, Firestone at New St. Councilmanic Survey Request for Block Party, Garnish Dr. City Clerk request for employment, vacation relief Application for Federal Funds, Emergency Employment Act Shooting Range Basketball facilities Page 2 of 2 Disapproved Taken under submission Position approved - No appropriation Taken under submission Request for report Held No action Approved Recommendation of Mayor Ref. to Parks & Rec. Dept. and Police Dept. Request for report PAGE NO. 5 5 5 6 6 6 7 7 7 7 7&'10 8 8 9 9,10,& 11 9 9&10 10 10 11 11 12 12 12 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AUGUST 24, 1971 The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 8:00 a.m., August 24, 1971, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, Mayor Joseph G. Ferris presiding. PRESENT: Councilmen: Jennings, Hollis, Ferris ABSENT: Councilmen: Morton, Winton ALSO PRESENT: Charles W. Thompson, City Manager Donald B. Robison, Assistant City Manager Royal M. Sorensen, City Attorney Ervin Spindel, Director of Public Works Ray Lake, Director of Building & Safety Jim Ruth, Director of Parks & Recreation Loren D. Morgan, Police Chief Robert W. Gain, Fire Chief Francis E. Carter, Assistant Director of Planning Russ K, Reynolds, Purchasing Agent Dayne Stiles, Civil Engineer Ellen C. Davis, City Clerk Judy McDonnell, Executive Secretary Councilman Jennings delivered the Invocation, followed by the Flag Salute led by City Manager Charles W. Thompson. Mayor Ferris announced that following the City Council Meeting, there will be a root pruning demonstration which has been arranged by the Director of Public Works. Mayor Ferris declared that this is the time and place for the following hearings: Proposed Ordinance Adopting the Uniform Building Code, 1970 Edition Proposed Ordinance Adopting the Uniform Housing Code Proposed Ordinance Adopting the National Electrical Code, 1968 Edition Proposed Ordinance Adopting the Uniform Plumbing Code, 1970 Edition Proposed Ordinance Adopting the Uniform Mechanical Code Proposed Ordinance Adopting the Dangerous Buildings Code The Mayor stated these hearings are being held concurrently and anyone wishing to speak on any of the Ordinances may do so at this time, and should designate the Ordinance on which he wishes to speak. He inquired of the City Clerk if she had the Affidavits of Publication, to which she responded in the affirmative. Mayor Ferris inquired of the City Clerk if she had received any correspondence on these Ordinances and she replied she had not, Ray Lake, Director of Building & Safety reported that the Code amendments should be adopted prior to November 23rd as stipulated by the State of California. He said current amendmer..ts have been in effect since 1961 when the City first adopted its Codes, and attempts are being made to delete them, He said 32 have been deleted this year. He referred to sections of the Code which have been added at the request of the Fire Depart- ment and Department of Public Works, Responding to a question by Mayor Ferris as to whether the City fees would be exempt from the Presidential freeze on wages and prices, the City Attorney advised that the matter has not been settled. He recommended each ordinance be specifically amended to provide as follows: "No increase in fee required by this Ordinance will be effective if contrary to any superior law," He stated that until such time as the fees incorporated in the Ordinances become effective, those previously in effect will remain in force. The Mayor inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak in favor of the proposed Ordinances, and there was no response. He inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak in opposition to the proposed Ordinances, and there was no response. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Hollis and passed by the following vote to continue the hearings on the proposed Ordinances to 7:30 p.m., September 13, 1971. AYES: 3 Councilmen: Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Morton, Winton Minutes 8/24/71 ml® The City Attorney advised that if the hearings are concluded at the first meeting in September and amendments are made at that time, the Ordinances may be re -introduced at that meeting, adopted at the second meeting in September, and will be effective 30 days thereafter. It was moved by Councilman Hollis, seconded by Councilman Jennings and so ordered to approve the Minutes of the City Council Meeting of August 9, 1971. Communication from Kenneth J. Miller regarding City Property Tax Rate and Utility Users Tax, It was moved by Councilman Hollis, seconded by Councilman Jennings and so >rdered to receive and file the communication. Communication from the City of Gardena enclosing resolution regarding Uniform Local Sales and Use Tax, On the recommendation of the City Manager, it was moved by Councilman Hollis and so ordered to take the matter under submission. Communication from the Division of Highways regarding Public Hearings on Deletions from the State Highway System. The Director of Public Works, Ervin Spindel, reported he had represented the City at a hearing on August 23rd and that he had presented the City Council's Resolution No, 2574 opposing the deletion of Route 19 (Lakewood Blvd,) from the State Highway System, He said the Division of Highways is not in favor of deletion at this time. Mr. Spindel further stated that no State Highway would be recommended for deletion without concurrence of the local agencies; that there will be no deletions this year, and possibly none next year. Communication from Lyle V. Williams, 7313 Florence Avenue, requesting Hearing on Appeal, Zone Exception Case #1013, 7313 Florence Avenue. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Mayor Ferris and passed by the following vote to set the hearing on Appeal, Zone Exception Case #1013, for 7:30 p.m., September 13, 1971 in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall. AYES: 3 Councilmen: NOES: 0 Councilmen: ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Communication from Sout Jennings, Hollis, Ferris None Morton, Winton of City Selection Committee. Mayor Ferris stated the meeting has been called for the election of a Director to replace the current Director whose term expires in September. He said at this Council Meeting a resolution will be presented for appointment of Downey°s member to this Committee. REPORT OF LEGAL CLAIMS RECEIVED: City Clerk Ref. #026, Vernon Hicks, 6022 Wilson Street, Hollydale, California City Clerk Ref. #019, Danny Lynton, 4409 Live Oak, Cudahy, California ORDINANCE NO.� AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING CHAPTER 9 TO ARTICLE VII CONSISTING OF SECTIONS 8900 THROUGH 8942 RELATING TO THE REHABILITATION OF BUILDINGS AND PROPERTY The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Hollis and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Mayor Ferris and passed by the 'ollowing vote to take the Ordinance under submission. -- AYES: 3 Councilmen: Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Morton, Winton ORDINANCE NO.� AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING SECTIONS 6407 AND 6407.1 OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE WHICH SAID SECTIONS RELATE TO PERMIT FEES City Attorney Sorensen stated he questioned the power of the City at the present time to increase permit fees. He recommended an amendment, adding the following section: Minutes 8/24/71 -2- Ordinance on Permit Fees (cont®d) "The fees provided for herein shall not be enforced above the level of the fees provided as of August 14, 1971 until such time as permissible under applicable law." The Ordinance, as amended, was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Hollis, seconded by Councilman Jennings and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Hollis, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and passed by the following vote to introduce the Ordinance: AYES: 3 Councilmen: Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Morton, Winton ORDINANCE NO.� AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE BY AMENDING SECTION 3186(h), ORDINANCE NO. 262 RELATING TO RESTRICTED SPEED LIMITS The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Hollis and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Hollis and passed by the following vote to introduce the Ordinance. AYES: 3 Councilmen: NOES: 0 Councilmen: ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Jennings, Hollis, Ferris None Morton, Winton RESOLUTION NO. 2575 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DESIGNATING STEWART AND GRAY ROAD A THROUGH STREET AT ITS INTERSECTION WITH REGENTVIEW AVENUE The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Hollis 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. 2575. AYES: 3 Councilmen: Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Morton, Winton RESOLUTION NO. 2576 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY PROHIBITING PARKING AT ANY TIME ON BOTH SIDES OF THE IMPERIAL HIGHWAY FRONTAGE ROAD AND BRIDGE UNDERPASS IN THE VICINITY OF THE EAST CITY LIMITS The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Hollis, seconded by Councilman Jennings and so ordered to waive further reading. - It was moved by Councilman Hollis, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No, 2576, AYES: 3 Councilmen: Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Morton, Winton RESOLUTION NO. 2577 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 (ANNEXATIONS 71/14 THROUGH 71/27) Minutes 8/24/71 -3- The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Hollis, 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. 2577. AYES: 3 Councilmen: Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Morton, Winton The Director of Public Works reported on the locations of the 31 lights to be installed. He reported the total annual operation cost is $2,543.40; the tax rate for Zone I is $0.21 per $100 assessed valuation; for Zone III $0.16 per $100 assessed valuation. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and so ordered to receive and file the Report of the Director of Public Works. RESOLUTION NO. 2578 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. (ANNEXATIONS 71/14 THROUGH 71/27) The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Hollis 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, 2578. AYES: 3 Councilmen: Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Morton, Winton RESOLUTION NO. 2579 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY, CALIFORNIA, CONSENTING TO ESTABLISHMENT OF PORTIONS OF IMPERIAL HIGHWAY ET AL WITHIN SAID CITY AS A PART OF THE SYSTEM OF COUNTY HIGHWAYS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, AND APPROVING A MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT FOR THAT PORTION OF IMPERIAL HIGHWAY The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Hollis, seconded by Councilman Jennings and so ordered to waive further reading. Responding to questions by Councilman Jennings, the Director of Public Works stated the City of Downey will maintain the pumping facility which would pump water standing upon Imperial Highway, and the County will. maintain all of the landscaping on slopes and maintain the bridge deck over the underpass. He said that upon completion, the street will become a City Street and it will be the responsibility of the City to maintain it. He stated the construction of the storm drain from Old River School Road to Rives Avenue will be of great benefit to the City. It was moved by Councilman Hollis to adopt the Resolution. On the recommendation of the Director of Public Works, the motion was seconded by Councilman Jennings, and passed by the following vote: AYES: 3 Councilmen: Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Morton, Winton RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THE REVISIONS TO THE LAKEWOOD BOULEVARD INTERCHANGE OF THE SANTA ANA FREEWAY AND THE RELOCATION OF THE BUHMAN AVENUE PEDESTRIAN OVERCROSSING The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Hollis, seconded by Councilman Jennings and so ordered to waive further reading. Minutes 8/24/71 -4- The Director of Public Works presented a diagram of the proposed revisions. In response to questions by Mayor Ferris, the Director of Public Works stated the School District's representative has approved the proposed relocation; however, he said, the School District has not specifically approved it. He said that Councilman Morton is aware of the proposed revisions as the matter was presented to the full City Council on December 22, 1970. The Director of Parks and Recreation., Jim Ruth, said the matter would be presented to the Parks and Recreation Commission at their first meeting in September. He said the increase of one acre of land for park purposes would be helpful. Mayor Ferris recommended the matter be held for the next City Council Meeting for the purpose of obtaining concurrence from the School District and a recommendation from the Parks and Recreation Commission. It was moved by Councilman Jennings and so ordered to take the matter under submission. RESOLUTION NO. 2580 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF MAYOR JOSEPH G. FERRIS AS DELEGATE AND MAYOR PRO-TEMPORE DONALD H. WINTON AS ALTERNATE DELEGATE TO THE CITY SELECTION COMMITTEE OF THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA RAPID TRANSIT DISTRICT The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Hollis, 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. 2580. AYES: 3 Councilmen: Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Morton, Winton RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY SUPPORTING THE PROPOSITION THAT THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT TAKE STEPS TO PROMOTE DOMESTIC AUTOMOBILE MANUFACTURING AND THEREBY INCREASE EMPLOYMENT The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Hollis, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Mayor Ferris and seconded by Councilman Hollis to adopt the Resolution. AYES: 2 Councilmen: Hollis, Ferris NOES: 1 Councilmen: Jennings ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Morton, Winton Councilman Jennings requested that the record reflect he is opposed to this resolu- tion as he believes the City Council should not publicly support or oppose any union. The Resolution failed. RESOLUTION NO. 2581 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY FIXING THE AMOUNT OF MONEY NECESSARY TO BE RAISED BY TAXATION FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JULY 1, 1971 The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Hollis, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Hollis, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 2581. Minutes 8/24/71 -5- AYES: 3 Councilmen: Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Morton, Winton RESOLUTION NO. 2582 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY FIXING THE RATE OF TAXES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JULY 1, 1971 The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Hollis, 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. 2582. AYES: 3 Councilmen: Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Morton, Winton RESOLUTION NO. 2583 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ADOPTING THE ANNUAL LIGHTING DISTRICT BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING JULY 1, 1971 AND FIXING THE LIMITATIONS OF EXPENDITURES The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Hollis, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and so ordered to waive further reading. In response to a question by Councilman Jennings, Director of Public Works Ervin Spindel reported that if the Edison Company should raise its rates, a reserve has been provided in the budget. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 2583. AYES: 3 Councilmen: Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Morton, Winton RESOLUTION NO. 2584 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY FIXING THE RATE OF TAXES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JULY 11 19711 FOR THE LIGHTING DISTRICTS WITHIN THE CITY The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and so ordered to waive further reading. Director of Public Works Ervin Spindel reported there has been an increase in Zone III inasmuch as there were 40 lights added last year, and at the end of this year (6/30/71)eleven were added with the possibility of adding 28 to 30 more. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and passed by the following vote 'to adopt Resolution No. 2584. AYES: 3 Councilmen: Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Morton, Winton RESOLUTION NO. WS-752 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. 40634 - 41145 -- $209,131.54 -- PAYROLL) The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and so ordered to waive further reading. Minutes 8/24/71 -6- It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. WS-752. AYES: 3 Councilmen: Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Morton, Winton RESOLUTION NO. WS-753 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. 15544 - 15732 -- $297,350.25) The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Hollis, 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. WS-753. AYES: 3 Councilmen: Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Morton, Winton Director of Public Works Ervin Spindel reported Cash Contract #279 Sixth Street, Brookshire to Birchdale, is for the construction of concrete gutters and repair of street paving. He said the project requires the removal of six Carob trees and there has been no objection to their removal. In response to a question by Councilman Jennings, Mr. Spindel stated large trees will be planted to replace the ones removed. It was moved by Mayor Ferris, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and passed by the following vote to approve plans and specifications and grant authority to advertise for bids on Cash Contract #279, Sixth Street, Brookshire to Birchdale. AYES: 3 Councilmen: Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Morton, Winton It was moved by Mayor Ferris, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and passed by the following vote to award Cash Contract #285, Myrtle Street (between Firestone and Third), in the amount of the unit prices bid (Alternate Bid) to Vernon Paving Co. of the City of Industry, the lowest and best bidder, and reject all other bids. AYES: 3 Councilmen: Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Morton, Winton It was moved by Mayor Ferris to accept dedication and improvements completed under Downey Private Contract #84, Brookmill Road west of Paramount Blvd., and authorize reimbursement to the developer. No second. Responding to a question by Councilman Jennings, Direc or of P b is Wok Ervn,j���p Spindel reported there is some construction on the southwes�ti corner oF'rt� should it connect with this improvement project there will be a connection fee charged,& Following discussion on the matter, there, being no objections, the matter was taken under submission. (See later action, Page 10 ) Downey Improvement Project No. 591, W/s Patton Road between Alameda and Albia Streets Responding to a question by Councilman Jennings, Director of Public Works Spindel reported if the property owners voluntarily put in the improvements they would save the costs for engineering and administration. Regarding Paveout, he said, the owners would be eligible for matching funds. On the recommendation of Councilman Jennings, Downey Improvement Project No. 591 was amended to include construction of sidewalks. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and passed by the following vote to approve Downey Improvement Project No. 591, W/s Patton Road between Alameda and A1bia Streets, amended to include construction of sidewalks. Minutes 8/24/71 -7- AYES: 3 Councilmen: Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Morton, Winton Sidewalk Matching Funds Director of Public Works Spindel reported the request for Sidewalk Matching Funds is on residential properties. He said there are large properties involved, the Cole Street address is a right-of-way exchange and, therefore, a transfer of funds is requested. Mayor Ferris requested the Director of Public Works provide City Council with a determination on how many cities in the State offer a program of right-of-way exchange for improvements, also sidewalk matching funds. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and passed by the following vote to approve Matching Funds for Sidewalk Construction at the following locations in the amount of $905.00 and authorize the following transfer of funds: Estimated M.F. No. Address City Cost 72 73 74 Right -of -Way Exchange 59 Amount $ 800.00 AYES: 3 NOES: 0 ABSENT: 2 7103 Luxor Street 11046 Studebaker Road 12103 Gurley Avenue 8432 Cole Street From 2107 Gas Tax Monies Councilmen: Jennings, Hollis, Ferris Councilmen: None Councilmen: Morton, Winton $ 477.00 113.00 315.00 Total $ 905.00 $ 800.00 To Fund 27, A/C 11329 It was moved by Councilman Hollis, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and passed by the following vote to approve Paving Matching Funds in the amount of $2,902.27 at the following locations: Estimated P.M.F. No. Address City Cost 105 8225 Cheyenne Ave. $ 75.00 106 7103 Luxor (Mitla Frontage) 891.00 107 8146 Cheyenne Ave. 37.50 108 8246 Cheyenne Ave. 105.00 109 8221 Cheyenne Ave. 125.00 110 8215 Cheyenne Ave. 137.50 ill 8033 Cheyenne Ave. 125.00 112 8029 Cheyenne Ave. 125.00 113 8126 Cheyenne Ave. 52.50 114 8016 Cheyenne Ave. 105.00 115 8131 Cheyenne Ave. 125.00 116 8128-30 Cheyenne Ave. 62.50 117 8111 Cheyenne Ave. 137.50 118 8210 Cheyenne Ave. 61.27 119 8232 Cheyenne Ave. 105.00 120 8142 Cheyenne Ave. 52.50 121 8034 Cheyenne Ave. 52.50 122 8143-45 Cheyenne Ave. 137.50 123 8026 Cheyenne Ave. 52.50 124 7731 Yankey 200.00 125 8141 Cheyenne Ave. 137.50 Total Estimated City Cost $ 2,902.27 Minutes 8/24/71 -8- 41. AYES: 3 Councilmen: Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Morton, Winton Police Department Request for Personnel Mayor Ferris stated this request is to replace a retiring Technical Services Sergeant with a miscellaneous employee whose title would be "Records Analyst", and to upgrade one police officer to Police Sergeant to be assigned to the Traffic Bureau. Councilman Jennings questioned the promotion of a police officer to the position of Police Sergeant when the officer only has three years experience. Police Chief Morgan explained that a higher degree of education and qualification is required. He said the qualification must include graduation from a recognized college with specialization in public or business administration and comparable experience may be substituted for up to two years. He said a police officer is required to have only a high school education. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and passed by the following vote to approve the Police Department request for Personnel. (See later actions on this matter, Pages 10 and 11.) AYES: 3 Councilmen: Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Morton, Winton Mayor Ferris requested the record reflect the City Attorney has determined that these promotions are not in conflict with Presidential Order 11615. Francis Carter, Assistant Planning Director, presented a Rio Hondo River Beautifica- tion Report on studies made to determine what could be done to beautify the Rio Hondo River Channel and Los Angeles River. He said the report is now before the Planning Commission for study, it will be before the Parks d Recreation Commission for study, and it is the Planning Department's recommendation that City Council take no action until a response is received from the two Commissions. There being no objections, the matter was taken under submission. City Manager Charles Thompson stated a request has been received from the Paramount Unified School District for a Crossing Guard at Brock and Gardendale for the benefit of Downey children who will be attending Roosevelt School in Paramount. Councilman Jennings stated he was in favor of employing a Crossing Guard for the protection of Downey children. He stated, however, that he believed the opening of this school which has been closed for two years is a ploy by the Paramount School District to prevent the annexation of this area to the Downey Unified School District which is to come before the County Superintendent of Schools on September 1st. Councilman Jennings requested his comments be printed by the Press. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and passed by the following vote to approve the request for Crossing Guard at Brock and Gardendale. AYES: 3 Councilmen: Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Morton, Winton Police Chief Morgan requested that the motion to approve Crossing Guard include a transfer of funds from Unappropriated Reserve to cover wages for the Guard which was not covered in the budget. Mayor Ferris recommended a transfer of funds from Appripriated Funds in the Police Department Budget. Councilman Jennings stated it was his opinion that the funds not being taken out for automatic step promotions due to the Presidential freeze on wages should be held and the automatic step promotions shown but not paid until such time as the freeze is released to see whether the increase would be retroactive. He said he felt the automatic step promo- tion increases should be held in a special reserve account. Mayor Ferris said an appropriate motion should be made to set up an account in which to transfer the funds appropriated for automatic step increase which are now prohibited by the President's Wage and Price Freeze. Minutes 8/24/71 -9- City Manager Thompson stated that there is no need to transfer funds appropriated for automatic step increases to another account as if the funds are not used, they would remain in the account, City Attorney Sorensen advised that an appropriation is limited to the purpose for which it is appropriated and cannot be used for general department funds. He recommended approval to employ the Crossing Guard be withheld until there is an appropriation to cover his wages. The City Council took no action to authorize the transfer of funds from Unappropriated Reserve, At the request of Director of Public Works Ervin Spindel the matter of Downey Private Contract #84, Brookmill Road west of Paramount Blvd., was brought before City Council. He said the sewer on the north side of the street was put in by the developer, and the developer on the south will be required to add another extension and will pay a proportional charge. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and passed by the following vote to accept dedication and improvements completed under Downey Private Contract #84, Brookmill Road west of Paramount Blvd,, and authorize reimbursement to the developer. AYES: 3 Councilmen: Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Morton, Winton r189iI71A A report was given by Director of Public Works Ervin Spindel on Cash Contract #SS-239, Seventh Street, with regard to the widening of Seventh Street. He said at the last Council Meeting a request was made for a report on various alternates for handling the project. He submitted the following alternates for consideration: A. Reconstruct pavement, curb and gutter, and sidewalks at the existing alignment (301 curb to curb). B. Widen the roadway by 5' on the south side, (35' curb to curb) and reconstruct full street improvements. No right-of-way acquisition. C. Widen the roadway by 51 on each side (401 curb to curb) and reconstruct full street improvements, No right-of-way acquisition. D. Widen the roadway by 51 on each side (401 curb to curb) and acquire an additional 2" of right-of-way on each side. In response to a question by Councilman Jennings, Mr, Spindel reported the trees to be pruned are a form of Evergreen Ash called Modesto Ash and are similar to the Mexican Ash, which is the major culprit. There being no objections, Cash Contract #SS-239, Seventh Street, was taken under submission for further study, Mayor Ferris stated a report has been submitted by the Director of Public Works regarding Pedestrian Crosswalk Request, Firestone Blvd. at New St, He requested a report be brought back to the next City Council Meeting on the number of accidents occurring in that vicinity over the Last two years, exact location, and the cause. It was requested by Councilman Jennings to take up the matter of Request for Crossing Guard, Brock and Gardendale, Roosevelt School, Paramount, He suggested the City hire a crossing guard, pay him out of the Budgeted Payroll Account, and when the funds are used to come back with a request for a transfer of funds. It was moved by Mayor Ferris, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and passed by the following vote to reconsider the Police Department Request for Personnel, Item G-2-e on the Agenda. AYES: 3 Councilmen: Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Morton, Winton Minutes 8/24/71 -10- It was moved by Mayor Ferris that the reconsideration of the Police Department Request for Personnel be brought before the City Council at the Regular Meeting of September 13th. No second. It was moved by Mayor Ferris and seconded by Councilman Jennings to rescind the pre- vious action of the City Council approving the establishment of the position of Records Analyst in the Police Department. AYES: 2 Councilmen: Jennings, Ferris NOES: 1 Councilmen: Hollis ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Morton, Winton The motion failed. Clarifying the actions taken by the City Council, the City Attorney stated that the previous action to create the position of Records Analyst in the Police Department still stands. (See later action on this page.) Councilman Jennings asked that the report which he requested on the Councilmanic Survey be held for a full City Council. He requested this matter be placed on the agenda of the next City Council Meeting. Mayor Ferris reported that a request has been received from a resident of 9110 Garnish Drive, requesting permission to barricade a portion of their street for a Family Block Party planned for Saturday, August 28, 1971, between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 2:00 a.m. Police Chief Loren Morgan reported that he had just completed a report on the block party authorized on Lesterford between Quinn and Muller. He said the Police Department received approximately ten complaint calls, two of which stated there was near riot at the party. He said the Police Department responded with two Supervisors, six police units and two motorcycles. He stated there was litter throughout the neighborhood, juveniles were drinking beer and were intoxicated, and several adults were intoxicated. Chief Morgan stated he does not believe the City Council should authorize any more block parties as he thinks it is not conducive to the general welfare of the City. No action. City Attorney Sorensen stated that he wished to bring up the matter of the Motion to Reconsider the action of the City Council on the Police Department Request for Personnel. He stated the motion to reconsider the matter rescinds the action taken, and the original motion should again be placed before the City Council. Mr. Sorensen said if the motion fails, the position of Records Analyst has not been authorized by the City Council; however, the position of Sergeant would remain in existence subject to being filled by departmental action. The original motion was placed before the City Council for roll call vote. It was moved by Councilman Jennings and seconded by Councilman Hollis to approve the Police Department Request for Personnel. AYES: 1 Councilmen: Hollis NOES: 2 Councilmen: Jennings, Ferris ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Morton, Winton City Manager Thompson stated that during the past week his father passed away and he wished to express appreciation for the cards from the City Council and the many people who sent them. Mayor Ferris reported on request he received from the City Clerk to employ former City Clerk, Della Doyle, during the month of September for vacation relief, for 35 hours. -- It was moved by Councilman Hollis, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and passed by the following vote to authorize the City Clerk to employ former City Clerk, Della Doyle, for 35 hours, between September 13th and September 24th for vacation relief. AYES: 3 Councilmen: Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Morton, Winton Minutes 8/24/71 -11- Mayor Ferris reported on a minor change made in the Application for Federal Funds under the Emergency Employment Act of 1971, which application was authorized at the Special Meeting held August 18, 1971. The revision, he stated, was changing the City's share from a full 10% to approximately 9�%. He recommended that the City proceed to get in the final plan and that the City Manager include in the program provisions for the School District. He requested the City Manager to contact the School District regarding the program. The Mayor also recommended that rather than a training program for a two-year period it be limited to a 15-month period. He complimented Director of Public Works Ervin Spindel and Mr. Don Robison, Assistant City Manager, for the manner in which they have pursued this matter. Mayor Ferris requested the Parks & Recreation Department and the Police Department to look into the advisability and feasibility of Constructing a Shooting Range within the City, primarily for the benefit of the Police Department. Mayor Ferris also requested the Staff to check into 'facilities throughout the City which could be made available for basketball games. Mayor Ferris reported that a letter had been received from SCAG regarding the City's decision to discontinue membership in that organization. He said copies of the letter will be given to the City Councilmen. The Director of Public Works stated he had a report on tree root trimming for consideration by the City Council at a later date. He stated that following this Council Meeting there will be a root trimming demonstration on Birchdale Avenue north of Cherokee Avenue. Mr. Anthony Garcia, student at Cerritos College, inquired regarding the off -ramp construction on the Santa Ana Freeway. The Director of Public Works advised him that the State will pay for the construction and that the construction is needed. Mr. Kenneth Miller, 7336 Cleargrove Drive, requested information regarding the Resolutions adopted setting the tax rates for the City. The Mayor advised Mr. Miller that following the City Council Meeting he could pick up copies of the Resolutions. Mr. registered a complaint on the manner in which his communication regarding the City property tax rate was handled by the City Council. Mayor Ferris acknowledged Mr. Sonnenberg, Concessionaire at the Rio Hondo Country Club. Mr. Sonnenberg inquired regarding the matter of new air conditioning for the Country Club. The City Manager advised Mr. Sonnenberg that the matter has been referred to the Parks & Recreation Commission and the City Attorney for a report and action. There being no further business to come before the City Council, the Meeting was adjourned at 10:18 a.m. ELLEN C. DAVIS, CITY CLERK Minutes 8/24/71 -12-