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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-11-23-71-Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY NOVEMBER 23, 1971 T A B L E O F M I N U T E A C T I O N S SUBJECT: ACTION: Minutes, October 26, 1971 Approved Comm. from Downey Unified School Dist. re Lease Agreements, Heliport Site & Downey Elementary School Comm. from Southern Calif. Edison Co. re Applications #52987 & 52988 for Rate Change Comm. from City Attorney re Phase Two, President's Wage -Price Freeze Received & filed Received & filed Referred to City Manager for implementation Legal Claims Received #032, Catherine Everett, 10314 Gridley Rd., Santa Fe Springs #033, Mrs. Mary Helen Johns, 5722 Garden Grove Blvd., Sp. 30, Westminster No action PAGE NO. 1 1 L 1 2 Ordinance #412, Amending Sec. 6244 & 6255, Relating to Business Licneses Adopted 2 Ordinance #413, Authorizing Reimbursement of Expenses of City Councilmen Adopted 2 Ordinance Establishing Condition of Employment, Safety Personnel Introduced as corrected 2 Resolution #2613, Dec1. Int. to Vacate Portion of Regentview Ave. Adopted 3 Resolution #2614, Rescinding Res. #2537, Relating to Parking Restr., Cut -De -Sac Portion Frontage Rd. S/s Imperial W/o Verdura Adopted 3 Resolution #2615, Parking Restrictions Gallatin Rd., Arrington Ave. Adopted 3 Resolution #2616, Designating Ratliffe St. thru Street at Faust Ave. Adopted 3 Resolution #2617, Ordering Withdrawal from Downey County Ltg. Dist., Annex. 70/20 & 71/12 Adopted 4 Resolution #2618, Transferring Storm Drain to County Flood Control Dist. (CC #SS-132) Adopted 4 Resolution #2619, Decl. Int. to Establish Underground Util. Dist. #5, Imperial Hwy. bet. Rives & Old River School Rd. Adopted 4 Resolution #2620, Modifying Parking Restr. S/s Washburn Rd. E/o Bellflower Blvd. Adopted 5 Resolution #2621, Amending Res. #2532, Correcting Legal Description Adopted 5 Resolution #WS-764 (Payroll) Adopted 5 Resolution #WS-765 (B Warrants) Adopted 5 CC #289, Aliwin St., et al - Plans & specs & authority to advertise Approved 6 Page 1 of 2 Table of Minute Actions Council Minutes 11/23/71 SUBJECT: ACTION: CC #293, Birchdale bet. Meadow Rd. & Donovan St. - Award of Contract Approved CC #279, Sixth St. - Acceptance of improvements; time extension; and extra work Approved CC 6301, Water Telemetering System - Plans & specs & authority to advertise Approved CC #SS-225, Paramount Blvd. - Plans & specs & authority to advertise Approved CC #SS-132, Unit 2, Stewart & Gray Rd. - Acceptance of improvements; extra work; and time extension Approved Traffic Signal Installation, Stewart & Gray Rd. at Patton Rd. - Consider installation Approved Report on Upgrading of Speed Limits, Stewart & Gray Rd. Received for information City Entrance Christmas Decorations - Installation, appropriation Approved Tract #25450, DePalma St. W/o Mitla to West City Limits - Acceptance of improvements Approved Sidewalk Matching Funds, various locations Approved Miscellaneous Special Lot Cleaning Approved Surplus Used Piano of the Parks & Rec. Dept. - __ Donation to Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall Approved Dennis the Menace Park Land Acquisition - Applicat:ion to St, Div. Hwys, Approved City"s Telephone Bills - Procedure to review Ref. to City Manager for review and report Release of Covenant, S/s Imperial Hwy. W/o Lakewood Blvd. bet Verdura & Barlin Approved Page 2 of 2 PAGE NO. 6 6 6 6 6 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 8 8 8 -AZ111 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY NOVEMBER 23, 1971 The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 8:00 a.m., November 23, 1971, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, Mayor Joseph G. Ferris presiding. PRESENT: Councilmen: Morton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris ABSENT: Councilmen: Winton ALSO PRESENT: Charles W. Thompson, City Manager Donald B. Robison, Assistant City Manager Carl Newton, 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 d Safety James D. Ruth, Director of Parks d Recreation Loren D. Morgan, Police Chief Robert W. Gain, Fire Chief H. J. Henriksen, City Engineer Robert Coates, Water Superintendent Ellen C. Davis, City Clerk Judy McDonnell, Executive Secretary Rt. Reverend Percival R. Henkleman, Moravian Church of Downey, delivered the invocation, followed by the Flag Salute led by City Manager Charles W. Thompson. Mrs. Jean Albrecht, President of the Downey Rose Float Association, presented a rendering of the 1972 Rose Float entry, painted by artist Wilhellyn McFarland. She introduced the newly elected Miss Downey, Janet Weinreich, who will ride on the float. She said Downey's entry is entitled "We've Only Just Begun". Mayor Ferris thanked Mrs. Albrecht for her presentation and said this will be the 18th year Downey has submitted an entry for the Tournament of Roses Parade. He congratulated the newly elected Miss Downey and her court and extended best wishes for the coming year. Police Chief Morgan extended his congratulations to Janet Weinreich. Mr. Leslie Olson, 8129 Florence Avenue, Downey, Chairman of the Downey -Norwalk Christmas Seal Program, gave statistics on cases of tuberculosis and emphysema, and he spoke regarding the Breathmobile program of testing school children for these diseases. Mayor Ferris presented Mr. Olson with a proclamation recognizing the Christmas Seal Drive. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and passed by the following vote to approve the Minutes of the City Council Meeting of October 26, 1971. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Morton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Winton Communication from the Superintendent of Downey Unified School District, advising of the Board's action to reject the proposed Lease Agreements, Heliport Site and Downey Elementary School. It was moved by Councilman Jennings and so ordered to receive and file. Communication from Southern California Edison Company regarding Applications 052987 and #52988 for Rate Change. It was moved by Councilman Jennings and so ordered to receive and file. Communication from R. M. Sorensen, City Attorney, regarding Phase Two, President's Wage -Price Freeze. There being no objections, the matter was referred to the City Manager for implementation. Council Minutes 11/23/71 -1- LEGAL CLAIMS RECEIVED Ref. #032, Catherine Everett, 10314 Gridley Rd., Santa Fe Springs Ref. #033, Mrs. Mary Helen Johns, 5772 Garden Grove _Blvd., Space 30, Westminster ORDINANCE NO. 412 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING SECTIONS 6244 AND 6255 OF CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE VI, OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO BUSINESS LICENSES The Ordinance 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 to take the Ordinance under submission. Mayor Ferris said this particular Ordinance reduces Category "E" Business License Fee under Section 6255, which is.a commitment the City Council has made. Councilman Jennings withdrew his motion. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Mayor Ferris, and passed by the following vote to adopt Ordinance No. 412. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Morton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Winton Justifying their "aye" vote, Councilmen Morton and Hollis stated they were opposed to the adoption of Ordinance No. 410, however, this Ordinance is a fee reduction. ORDINANCE NO. 413 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AUTHORIZING THE REIMBURSEMENT OF CERTAIN MINIMUM EXPENSES INCURRED BY EACH MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 273 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 adopt Ordinance No. 413. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Morton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Winton ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ESTABLISHING A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT FOR ALL SAFETY PERSONNEL The Ordinance was read by title only. City Attorney Newton recommended for clarify that a comma be inserted on the 6th line of Section I after the word effect. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and passed by the following vote to introduce the Ordinance as corrected. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Morton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Winton Council Minutes 11/23/71 -2- RESOLUTION NO. 2613 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO VACATE A PORTION OF REGENTVIEW AVENUE The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 2613. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Morton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Winton RESOLUTION NO. 2614 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 2537, RELATING TO PARKING RESTRICTION WITHIN THE CUL-DE-SAC PORTION OF THE FRONTAGE ROAD ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF IMPERIAL HIGHWAY WEST OF VERDURA 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. 2614. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Morton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Winton RESOLUTION NO. 2615 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY LIMITING PARKING TO TWO -HOURS BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 8:00 A.M. AND 6:00 P.M., EXCEPT SATURDAY, SUNDAY, AND HOLIDAYS (a) ON BOTH SIDES OF GALLATIN ROAD BETWEEN ARRINGTON AVENUE AND SHELLYFIELD ROAD AND ON THE NORTH SIDE OF GALLATIN 65 FEET WEST OF ARRINGTON. (b) ON BOTH SIDES OF ARRINGTON AVENUE FROM RAVILLER DRIVE TO 300 FEET NORTH OF GALLATIN ROAD. (c) RESCINDING RESOLUTION NUMBER 2129. The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and so ordered to waive further reading. In response to a question by Councilman Morton, Director of Public Works Spindel stated the resolution excepts Saturdays and Holidays from the two-hour parking restric- tion, and this is in addition to the existing Sunday exception. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 2615. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Morton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Winton RESOLUTION NO. 2616 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DESIGNATING RATLIFFE STREET A THROUGH STREET AT ITS INTERSECTION WITH FAUST AVENUE 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. 2616. Council Minutes 11/23/71 -3- { AYES: 4 Councilmen: Morton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Winton RESOLUTION NO. 2617 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ORDERING WITHDRAWAL OF CERTAIN AREAS OF THE DOWNEY COUNTY LIGHTING DISTRICT INCLUDED WITHIN THOSE AREAS ANNEXED TO THE DOWNEY CITY LIGHTING DISTRICT UNDER ANNEXATIONS 70/20 AND 71/12 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. 2617. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Morton, Jennings,_ Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Winton RESOLUTION NO. 2618 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY, CALIFORNIA? REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO ACCEPT ON BEHALF OF SAID DISTRICT A TRANSFER AND CONVEYANCE OF STORM DRAIN IMPROVEMENTS AND DRAINAGE SYSTEM KNOWN AS CASH CONTRACT NO. SS-132, UNIT 2, MISCELLANEOUS TRANSFER DRAIN NO. 352, IN THE CITY OF DOWNEY, FOR FUTURE OPERATION, MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND IMPROVEMENTS, AND AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER AND CONVEYANCE THEREOF The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Morton, 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. 2618. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Morton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Winton RESOLUTION NO. 2619 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO ESTABLISH AN UNDERGROUND UTILITY DISTRICT ALONG IMPERIAL HIGHWAY BETWEEN RIVES AVENUE AND OLD RIVER SCHOOL ROAD, AND CAUSING ALL SPECIFIED UTILITIES THEREIN TO BE RELOCATED UNDERGROUND (DISTRICT NO. 5) 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. 2619. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Morton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Winton Council Minutes 11/23/71 -4- RESOLUTION NO. 2620 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY (a) PROHIBITING PARKING AT ANY TIME ALONG THE NORTH SIDE OF WASHBURN ROAD FROM IZETTA AVENUE TO WOODRUFF AVENUE AND ALONG THE SOUTH SIDE FROM IZETTA AVENUE TO 150 FEET WESTERLY. (b) PROHIBITING PARKING BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 7:00 A.M. AND 6:00 P.M. EXCEPTING SUNDAY AND HOLIDAYS ALONG THE SOUTH SIDE OF WASHBURN ROAD FROM 150 FEET WEST OF IZETTA AVENUE TO 50 FEET EAST OF BELLFLOWER BOULEVARD. (c) RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 2108 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. 2620. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Morton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Winton RESOLUTION NO. 2621 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 2532, WHICH SAID RESOLUTION RELATES TO THE FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT THE PUBLIC INTEREST, CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY REQUIRE THE ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN PROPERTY FOR STREET PURPOSES The Resolution was read by title only. City Attorney Newton said this resolution was prepared to correct an error in the Legal description. 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. 2621. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Morton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Winton RESOLUTION NO. WS-764 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. 43691 - 44201, $208,262.41 -- 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. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. WS-764, AYES: 4 Councilmen: Morton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Winton RESOLUTION NO. WS-765 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. 16681 - 16844, $333,810.04) The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Hollis, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and so ordered to waive further reading. Council Minutes 11/23/71 -5- It was moved by Councilman Hollis, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. WS-765. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Morton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Winton It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Morton, and passed by the following vote to approve plans and specifications and grant authority to advertise for bids on Cash Contract #289 Aliwin Street et al. AXES: 4 Councilmen: Morton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Winton Following a summation of bids, it was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and passed by the following vote to award Cash Contract #293, Birchdale Avenue between Meadow Rd. and Donovan St., to Sully -Miller Contracting Company of Long Beach, the lowest and best bidder, in the amount of the unit prices bid, and to reject all other bids. AYE8: 4 Councilmen: Morton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Winton It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Morton, and passed by the following vote to accept improvements completed under Cash Contract #279 Sixth Street, authorize a time extension of one day, and approve extra work in the amount of $149.50. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Morton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Winton Cash Contract #301, Water Telemetering System Responding to a question by Councilman Jennings, Director of Public Works Spindel stated the water telemetering system will result in a savings in manpower. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Morton, and passed by the following vote to approve plans and specifications and authorize advertising for bids on Cash Contract #301, Water Telemetering System. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Morton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Winton It was moved by Councilman Jennings, 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 #SS-225 Paramount Boulevard. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Morton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Winton Cash Contract #SS-132, Unit 2, Stewart & Gray Road (Extension) In response to a question by Councilman Morton, Director of Public Works Spindel stated the request for extra work was reviewed and authority for the extra work is documented in files in the Public Works Department. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and passed by the following vote to accept the improvements completed in conjunction with Cash Contract #SS-132, Unit 2, Stewart and Gray Road (Extension), approve extra work in the amount of $3,016.31, and authorize a time extension of 42 working days. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Morton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Winton Council Minutes 11/23/71 -6- It was moved by Councilman Hollis, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and passed by the following vote to consider installation of Traffic Signal, Stewart & Gray Road at Patton Road, including an interconnect system with adjacent signalized intersections. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Morton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Winton Report from Director of Public Works Spindel on upgrading of Speed Limits, Stewart & Gray Road, setting forth the recommendation of the Traffic Committee that the existing 35 MPH limit be maintained throughout Stewart & Gray Road. Received for information. City Entrance Christmas Decorations Director of Public Works Spindel reported on the recommendation of the City Beautification Committee for Christmas wreaths to be mounted at six intersections lead- ing into the City. He said the frames could be saved from year to year with new pine boughs added. He said the cost for the construction of the wreaths would be $600. Mr. Spindel stated entrance signs will be placed at the four established entrances to the City, and the cost for these signs would be $1,000. In response to a question by Councilman Hollis, Mr. Spindel stated the reason a wreath sign was not proposed for Lakewood Blvd. is that there were better facilities at Paramount Blvd. and Woodruff Ave. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and passed by the following vote to approve the installation of Christmas decorations at various City entrances and the appropriation of up to $1,600. from the unfunded balance and change the location of one wreath from Woodruff Ave. and Foster Rd. to Lakewood Blvd. at Gardendale St. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Morton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Winton It was moved by Councilman Jennings, secondedby Councilman Morton, and passed by the following vote to accept the improvements completed in Tract #25450 - DePalma Street, West of :Kitla Avenue to City Limits, and the responsibility for maintenance thereof. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Morton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Winton It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and passed by the following vote to approve Sidewalk Matching Funds for sidewalk construction at the following locations: Estimated M.F. No, Address City Cost 89 7540 Quinn St. (Quinn St. frontage) $ 130.00 90 9233 Klinedale Avenue 45.00 Total $ 175.00 AYES: 4 Councilmen: Morton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Winton It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and passed by the following vote to authorize the Department of Public Works to proceed with the Miscellaneous Special Lot Cleaning at an estimated cost of $5,305. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Morton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Winton It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and passed by the following vote to donate Surplus Used Piano of the Parks & Recreation Department to Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall. Council Minutes 11/23/71 -7- AYES: 4 Councilmen: Morton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES.- 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Winton CITY MANAGER'S REPORT Dennis the Menace Park Land Acquisition City Manager Charles Thompson reported that the Division of Highways has completed their design work for the ramp interchange of Lakewood Blvd. and the Santa Ana Freeway. He requested authority to ask the State Division of Highways to withhold from sale the excess land, approximately one acre, adjacent to Dennis the Menace Park, so that it might be acquired by the City to be included as part of that Park. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and passed by the following vote to authorize the City Manager to forward a formal application to the State Division of Highways, with detailed plans for the park addition. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Morton, Jennings, Hollis, Ferris NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Winton ORAL COY1MUNICATIONS Councilman Morton reported on his review of the City's Telephone Bills. He spoke of the need for some procedure to limit the length of calls. He said there is a need to review the bills for telephone calls of all departments, as well as those of Co -sponsored Organizations. There being no objections, the matter was referred to the City Manager for review and repoxt. Captain Ralph Howe, President of the Downey Fireman's Association, 12651 Downey Ave., Downey, :spoke regarding the Ordinance Relating to Safety Employees, which was introduced at this Meeting. He said it is the opinion of the Safety Employees that if the Ordinance is passed, it would be in direct contradiction to the provisions of the Charter, as well as item 9 of the PERS Contract dated February 3, 1958. The City Clerk was requested to prepare a verbatim transcript of the comments of Captain Howe and to provide each Councilman with a copy prior to the next Regular Meeting of the City Council. William Coggin, Director of Planning, reported that a Covenant was required in connection with a Lot Split Case on property located on the south side of Imperial Highway, west of Lakewood Blvd., between Verdura and Barlin. The owner, he stated, has applied for a new Lot Split. He stated the property will not be developed as proposed at the time of the original Lot Split, that the owner is selling the property and to quiet title would require a Release of Covenant. He requested the City Council's approval to record a Release of Covenant. It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and passed by the following vote that a Release of Covenant be recorded as recommended. AYES- 4 Councilmen: Morton, Hollis, Ferris NOES. 1 Councilmen: Jennings ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Winton Clarifying his "no" vote, Councilman Jennings stated he believed the request should not be made verbally. 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 Council Minutes 11/23/71 -8-