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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-04-28-72-Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY MARCH 28, 1972 T A B L E O F M I N U T E A C T I O N S SUBJECT: ACTION: Comm. re Century Freeway Resolution Received & filed Comm. re Anti -vandalism Legislation Comm. re Decision on Appeal, Z.E. Case #1000, SW Corner Studebaker Rd. & 605 Freeway Off -ramp Comm. re Annual Budget for Historical Society Legal Claims Received: #049, Albert & Dorothy Orr #050, Mr. Patsy A. Scalzo Legal Claim (for Council action): #042, Mrs. Dana Storts Appeal, Z.E. Case #1045, NW Corner Haledon & Florence Ave. Resolution #2667, Apprvg. Final Subdivision Map of Tr #30909 Resolution #2668, Designating Cecilia Street a Through Street at Intersections Resolution #2669, Approving Cooperative Agmt. with State for Certain Work, Route 105 Freeway Received & filed Set for 4/10/72; City Clerk to notify appellant Referred back to sender No action Denied PAGE NO. 1 1 1 1 L 1 Set for 4/10/72; to be continued to 5/8/72 2 Adopted Adopted Adopted Resolution #2670, Opposing Assembly Bill 461 Adopted Resolution #2671, Opposing Attempt to Alter Method of Levying, etc. Uniform Sales & Use Tax under Bradley -Burns Uniform Local Sales & Use Tax Law Adopted Resolution #WS-783 (Payroll) Adopted Resolution #WS-784 (B Warrants) Adopted Resolution #WS-785 (B Warrants) Adopted CC #SS-253, Old River School Rd. - Plans & specs & authority to advertise Approved CC #SS-266, Old River School Rd. at Quill Dr. - Traffic Signal Inst. - Plans & specs & authority to advertise Approved CC #306, Downey Rio Hondo Golf Course, Air Conditioning System for Clubhouse - Authority to advertise; transfer of funds Approved CC #SS-253, Stewart & Gray Rd. at Patton Rd. - Acceptance of withdrawal of low bid; award of contract to second lowest bidder Approved CC #289, Aliwin St., at al - Acceptance of improvements Approved CC #294, Pomering Rd., Ciro St. - Acceptance of improvements Approved Sidewalk Matching Funds Approved Paving Matching Funds Approved Page 1 of 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 5 5 5 TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS COUNCIL MEETING, MARCH 28, 1972 Firestone Place - 0ld River School Rd. to Pomering Rd. - Auth. Chapter 27 Proceedings N/s only; cost of tree removal excluded Lease & Agreement, First Baptist Church of Downey D.I.P. #627, 7701 Yankey St. - Authorize Chapter 27 Proceedings D.I.P. #628-633 - Cheyenne Ave. between Paramount Blvd. & Downey Ave. - Authorize Chapter 27 Proceedings Assembly Bill 232, Allowing employees unlimited time off to prepare for representation Senate Bill 166, G.H.P. Retirement Plan - Policemen & Firemen State Financing of Mandatory Programs (Assembly Constitutional Amendment 31) Acquisition of NE Corner Stewart & Gray Rd. & Lakewood Blvd.; transfer of funds 24 Acre Park - Taking of bids; funds set aside 24 Acre Park - Plans as presented Technical Services Supervisor - Police Dept. Page 2 of 2 ACTION: Approved Approved - Mayor authorized to sign Approved Approved Opposed - Mayor authorized to sign necessary documents Opposed - Mayor authorized to sign necessary documents Opposed - Mayor authorized to sign necessary documents Approved Approved Approved Tabled until Personnel Session PAGE NO. 6 6 6 6 7 7 7 8 8 9 9 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY MARCH 28, 1972 The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 8:00 a.m., March 28, 1972, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, Mayor Donald H. Winton presiding. PRESENT: Councilmen: Jennings, Morton, Hollis, Ferris, Winton 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 William A. Goggin, Director of Planning James D. Ruth, Director of Parks & Recreation Loren D. Morgan, Police Chief Robert W. Gain, Fire Chief William Fritsche, Assistant Director, Building & Safety Russ K. Reynolds, Purchasing Agent Harald J. Henriksen, City Engineer Robert L. Shand, City Clerk Judy McDonnell, Executive Secretary Councilman Morton delivered the invocation, followed by the Flag Salute led by Councilman Jennings. Communication from City of Los Angeles regarding Rapid Transit District Funds. No action. Communication from City of Lynwood regarding Century Freeway Resolution. It was moved by Councilman Morton and so ordered to receive and file. Communication from Public Utilities Commission regarding Water Rate Increase Appli- cation of Southern California Water Co. No action. Communication from City of South El Monte regarding Anti -vandalism Legislation. It was moved by Councilman Jennings and so ordered to receive and file. Communication from L. A. County Board of Supervisors regarding Assembly Bill 461. No action. Communication from Dale L. Ingram requesting decision on Appeal, Zone Exception Case #1000, Southwest corner Studebaker Road and 605 Freeway Off -ramp. After discussion on the matter, it was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and so ordered to set the matter for the City Council Meeting of April 10, 1972. The City Clerk was directed to notify Mr. Ingram. Communication from Downey Historical Society regarding Annual Budget for Historical Society. It was moved by Councilman Jennings and so ordered to send the matter back to the Downey Historical Society for the purpose of totaling the figures and re -presenting it to the City Council. LEGAL CLAIMS RECEIVED Ref. #049, Albert and Dorothy Orr, 9545 Otis Avenue, South Gate Ref. #050, Mr. Patsy A. Scalzo, 11711 Old River School Rd., Downey LEGAL CLAIMS Ref. #042, Mrs. Dana Storts, 10625 Garnish Drive, Downey It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and passed by the following vote to deny the legal claim of Mrs. Dana Storts. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Jennings, Morton, Hollis, Ferris, Winton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Council Minutes 3/28/72 -1- Communication from Maurice McAlister requesting hearing on Appeal, Zone Exception #1045 northwest corner Haledon and Florence Avenue, and a letter from Pamm tment Co. requesting May 8, 1972 hearing date if an appeal hearing is granted. After discussion regarding the fact that the applicant cannot attend the April loth Council Meeting, it was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Ferris, and passed by the following vote to set a hearing on Appeal, Zone Exception Case #1045, for 7:30 p.m., April 10, 1972, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, and at that time the matter be continued to May 8, 1972 for the actual hearing, and the citizens so notified. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Jennings, Morton, Hollis, Ferris, Winton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 2667 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THE FINAL SUBDIVISION MAP OF TRACT NO. 30909, ACCEPTING THE DEDICATION THEREIN OFFERED, APPROVING A STREET OF LESS THAN 40 FEET IN WIDTH, APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH THE SUBDIVIDERS AND ACCEPTANCE OF SURETY BONDS (RIO HONDO DRIVE) The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Ferris, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 2667. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Jennings, Morton, Hollis, Ferris, Winton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 2668 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DESIGNATING CECILIA STREET A THROUGH STREET AT ITS INTER- SECTIONS WITH CLANCEY, HALEDON, CHANEY, BUELL, HASTY, AND CASANES AVENUES, AND DESIGNATING PANGBORN AVENUE A THROUGH STREET AT ITS INTERSECTIONS WITH GOTHAM STREET AND FARM STREET, AND RESCINDING ALL PREVIOUS YIELD SIGN RESOLUTIONS AT THESE INTERSECTIONS Director of Public Works Ervin Spindel stated that the Traffic Committee has re- viewed this matter, and it is felt that stop signs rather than yield signs would be more desirable now. He said when yield signs are first installed they are effective, however, after a few years they lose their effectiveness. Councilman Morton commented that he had requested the stop signs in this area six years ago. The Resolution was read by title only. 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 adopt Resolution No. 2668. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Jennings, Morton, Hollis, Ferris, Winton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 2669 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT NO. 2849 WITH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA PROVIDING FOR CERTAIN WORK TO BE DONE WITHIN THE LIMITS OF THE ROUTE 105 FREEWAY Director of Public Works Ervin Spindel reported that the Performance Agreement be- tween the City and State Division of Highways calls for the execution of a cooperative agreement between the City and the State. He said the Agreement will set up a technical Council Minutes 3/28/72 -2- n Z.4q legal basis for paying the City for the work it does within the freeway limits and also paying the City for emergency situations when crews are called out. Mr. Spindel stated further that the agreement has been accepted by the State Division of Highways. 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 Jennings, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 2669. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Jennings, Morton, Hollis, Ferris, Winton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 2670 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY OPPOSING ASSEMBLY BILL NO. 461 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, 2670. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Jennings, Morton, Hollis, Ferris, Winton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 2671 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY OPPOSING ATTEMPT TO ALTER THE METHOD OF LEVYING, COLLECTING AND DISTRIBUTING THE UNIFORM SALES AND USE TAX UNDER THE BRADLEY-BURNS UNIFORM LOCAL SALES AND USE TAX LAW, The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Morton, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Morton, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 2671. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Jennings, Morton, Hollis, Ferris, Winton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. WS-783 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. 48206 - 48349, $7,812.17 -- PAYROLL) 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, WS-783. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Jennings, Morton, Hollis, Ferris, Winton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. WS-784 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. 48350 - 48856, $206,202.32 -- PAYROLL) Council Minutes 3/28/72 -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. WS-784. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Jennings, Morton, Hollis, Ferris, Winton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. WS-785 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. 18375 - 18533, $134.627.36) The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Ferris, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Mayor Winton, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. WS-785. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Jennings, Morton, Hollis, Ferris, Winton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Morton, and passed by the following vote to approve the plans and specifications and grant authority to advertise for bids on Cash Contract #SS-263 Old River School Road. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Jennings, Morton, Hollis, Ferris, Winton 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 approve plans and specifications and grant authority to advertise for bids on Cash Contract #SS-266, Old River School Road at Quill Drive - Traffic Signal Installation. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Jennings, Morton, Hollis, Ferris, Winton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and passed by the following vote to grant authority to advertise for bids on Cash Contract 4306, Downey Rio Hondo GolfCourse, Air Conditioning System for Clubhouse, and authorize the following transfer of funds: Amount From To $5,400 Fund 52, Golf Course A/C #52 17506 Enterprise Account AYES: 5 Councilmen: Jennings, Morton, Hollis, Ferris, Winton 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 accept withdrawal of the low bid and award Cash Contract #SS-253, Stewart and Gray Road at Patton Road, to the second lowest bidder, Steiny b Company. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Jennings, Morton, Hollis, Ferris, Winton 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 completed in conjunction with Cash Contract #289, Aliwin Street, et al, and the responsibility for maintenance thereof. Council Minutes 3/28/72 -4- AYES: 5 Councilmen: Jennings, Morton, Hollis, Ferris, Winton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and passed by the following vote to accept the improvements completed under Cash Contract #294, Pomering Road, Ciro Street, and the responsibility for maintenance thereof. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Jennings, Morton, Hollis, Ferris, Winton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Mr. Scott Temple, former Mayor and City Councilman, introduced a group of 37 students of the University of Guadalajara football team. He expressed appreciation to the Mayor and City Council for their cooperation in the Sister City Program. Mayor Winton greeted the visiting students and with the assistance of Councilman Hollis presented an Honorary Downey Citizen card to each student. Mr„ Salvador Ochoa, representing the students of the University of Guadalajara, expressed gratitude to the Mayor and City Council for the fine reception and stated that it has been very interesting for them to see a Democratic government at work. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and passed by the following vote to approve Sidewalk Matching Funds at the following locations: Estimated M.F. No. Address City Cost 107 9345 Cecilia Street $ 53.00 108 12200 Horley Avenue 380.00 109 12113 Patton Road 84.00 110 7715 Suva Street 312.00 112 8227 DePalma Street 58.00 113 12119 Patton Road 75.00 Right -of -Way Exchange ill AYES: 5 NOES: 0 ABSENT: 0 Total Estimated City Cost 8523 Eucalyptus Street Councilmen: Jennings, Morton, Hollis, Ferris, Winton Councilmen: None Councilmen: None $ 962.00 $ 300.00 It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Morton, and passed by the following vote to approve Paving Matching Funds at the following locations: Estimated P.M.F. No. Address City Cost 149 8212 Cheyenne Avenue $ 75.00 150 8127 Cheyenne Avenue 75.00 Total Estimated City Cost $150.00 AYES: 5 Councilmen: Jennings, Morton, Hollis, Ferris, Winton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Ferris to authorize Chapter 27 Proceedings to complete improvements on the north side of Firestone Place - Old River School Road to Pomering Road, providing that the cost of trees included in the estimates are deleted from the cost to the property owners. Clarifying his motion, Councilman Ferris stated that once the final project at 7741 Firestone Place is completed it will constitute a 51 to 52 percent completion of improve- ments on the north side of Firestone Place. He spoke regarding the serious drainage problems on the street and that his motion is made with the condition that the property owners be given an opportunity prior to the deadline to avail themselves to matching funds. He said he would not recommend proceeding with improvements on the south side. Council Minutes 3/28/72 -5- Discussion followed regarding improvement of the property on the south side of Firestone Place. A question arose regarding proceeding under provisions of Chapter 27 Proceedings without 50 percent of the improvements in. Councilman Ferris stated that the City Council would be declaring its intention subject to the construction of improvements at 7441 Firestone Place. The motion to authorize Chapter 27 proceedings was seconded by Councilman Hollis. Councilman Ferris was requested to restate his motion. It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and passed by the following vote, subject to the improvements being assured at 7741 Firestone Place, to authorize Chapter 27 Proceedings on the north side of Firestone Place - Old River School Road to Pomering Road, only on the account that the improvements would constitute 51 percent of that block on the north side only, and the motion is further contingent upon excluding the cost of public tree removal for the three property owners. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Jennings, Morton, Hollis, Ferris, Winton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and passed by the following vote to approve Lease and Agreement with the First Baptist Church of Downe and authorize the Mayor to sign on behalf of the City. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Jennings, Morton, Hollis, Ferris, Winton 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 authorize Chapter 27 Proceedings for completion of curb, gutter and driveway apron on Downey Improvement Project No. 627, 7701 Yankey Street, and waive the 30-day informal notice. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Jennings, Morton, Hollis, Ferris, Winton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Downey Improvement Project Nos. 628-633 - Cheyenne Avenue between Paramount Boulevard and Downey Avenue Responding to questions by the City Council, Director of Public Works Ervin Spindel explained that there is a new provision of the Streets and Highways Code which allows for improvements under Chapter 27 Proceedings when there is less than 50 percent of the improvements in and can be done only in cases of necessity. He said many requests have been received for paveout on Cheyenne Avenue and many deposits have been received from property owners. Mr. Spindel stated further that a public hearing will be held before work can proceed, and all of the property owners will be notified. He said the reason for the necessity on Cheyenne Avenue is if paveouts were put in for only those request- ing it, it would create patchwork of paved and unpaved areas on the street, thus creating more problems. Discussion followed. It was moved by Councilman Jennings to authorize the initiation of Chapter 27 Pro- ceedings for the construction of curb, gutter, residential driveway aprons and street paving on Downey Improvement Project Nos. 628-633 - Cheyenne Avenue between Paramount Boulevard and Downey Avenue, and waive the 30-day informal notice. Councilman Ferris referred to a similar situation in his district on the corner of Wiley -Burke and Quinn, where the new provision of the Streets and Highways Code was exercised. Mayor Winton also referred to a similar situation on Patton Road in his district.. Councilman Jennings stated he is willing to have a public hearing on this matter to hear what the majority says, and he will reserve his decision until that time. The motion was seconded by Councilman Hollis. Council Minutes 3/28/72 -6- Roll call vote: AYES: 5 Councilmen: Jennings, Morton, Hollis, Ferris, Winton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Clarifying his "aye" vote, Councilman Morton stated his vote is based solely on the public hearing, but that he would reserve the right to change his decision on the matter pending the public hearing. Councilman Ferris concurred with the statement of Councilman Morton. Clarifying his "aye" vote, Mayor Winton said that since a portion of the people have requested the improvements, the City Council is honoring that request by setting a public hearing, and in that way each person will be notified and will have an opportunity to voice his desires. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT City Manager Charles W. Thompson reported on proposed legislation, Assembly Bill 232 which would allow employees unlimited time off to prepare for representation in regard to the meeting and conferring process. He recommended opposition to this matter. Reporting on Senate Bill 166 C.H.P. Retirement Plan - Policemen and Firemen, City Manager Thompson stated this bill should be opposed, inasmuch as it is contrary to home rule provisions and contrary to the meeting and conferring process. He said if the Bill is passed, the cost to the City would be approximately $209,000 per year in additional expenses.' It was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Hollis, and so ordered to oppose Assembly Bill 232 as recommended. It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Councilman Morton, and so ordered to oppose Senate Bill 116, as recommended. City Manager Thompson reported on Senate Bill 325, Sales Tax on Gasoline, which becomes operative on July 1, 1972, and is submitted for information only. City Manager Thompson recommended endorsement of State Financing of Mandatory Programs, which is Assembly Constitutional Amendment 31. This measure would require the State to offset the administrative costs incurred by Cities for handling programs mandated by the State. Council discussion followed. The City Manager was authorized to prepare necessary documents and the Mayor was authorized to sign same on the following items contained in paragraph I (Legislation) of the City Manager's Report: Oppose: (1) Employee Organizations - Time off to prepare for representation - Assembly Bill 232. Oppose: (2) C.H.P. Retirement Plan - Policemen and Firemen - Senate Bill 116. Endorse: (4) State Financing of Mandatory Programs. City Manager Thompson spoke regarding the proposition to Acquire Northeast Corner of Stewart and Gray Road and Lakewood Boulevard (County excess property). He said the pro- perty has been appraised by the County at $2,000 and that the property is presently zoned R-3 and is too small for property development. Mr. Thompson referred to the possibility of utilizing the property as a free right turn lane in the future, however, after investigation, it has been determined that at this time it would not be used immediately for that purpose. He said acquisition of this parcel of land is recommended. Mayor Winton commented on the traffic problems in the area. He said if the property was sold for development, any construction on the corner would create more hazardous traffic conditions. Responding to a question by Councilman Morton regarding possible use of the land for an "envelope" park, Director of Parks & Recreation James Ruth stated there would be the problem of a maintenance factor; that the maintenance equipment would have to be transported to the area. Council Minutes 3/28/72 -7- City Manager Thompson stated the original acquisition would be from the General Fund, and if the corner is eventually used for street purposes, the purchase price would be paid back to the General Fund from Gasoline Tax Fund. It was moved by Councilman Ferris, seconded by Mayor Winton, and passed by the following vote to approve the Acquisition of Northeast Corner of Stewart and Gray Road and Lakewood Boulevard (County excess property) and the following transfer of funds: Amount From To $2,000 Unappropriated Reserve A/C #13888 AYES: 4 Councilmen: Morton, Hollis, Ferris, Winton NOES: 1 Councilmen: Jennings ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Clarifying his "no" vote, Councilman Jennings stated he is not adverse to commer- cial development on the property, inasmuch as North American Rockwell is on one corner and a shopping center on another. Mayor Winton stated he has no aversion to commercial. However, there are adequate traffic problems on that corner. City Manager Thompson reported that the architect has prepared plans for the 24 Acre Park and nature center. He said the plans have been reviewed by Staff, as well as the Council Citizens Committee and Park & Recreation Commission. Mr. Thompson stated further that drainage work has been completed, and relocation of Little Lake Road has been com- pleted and approved by the City Council. He said authorization is now needed for the final grading work for the site, including the taking of bids for the work. Councilman Morton said this project has been one of the satisfactions of his service on the City Council and that a tremendous amount of time has been spent to bring the project to fruition. He said the intent of the program is to create a well-balanced park and recreation program throughout the City. Councilman Morton referred to a meet- ing with a group of young people who were very enthusiastic after reviewing the plans for the park. He commended the architects for the outstanding job they have done in attempting to bring into the project something for everyone -- the tiny tots, the young adults, and the senior citizens. Councilman Morton commented further on the various recreational programs offered at the park. It was moved by Councilman Morton and seconded by Councilman Hollis to approve the taking of bids on the 24 Acre Park and that funds be set aside for grading in the amount not to exceed $25,000, which is available under the General Fund Capital Improvement Budget. Council discussion followed, wherein Councilman Jennings inquired about grading plans for the bid. Responding to a question by Councilman Jennings, Councilman Morton stated the grading plans will be presented when brought back to the City Council for competitive bid purposes. Mr. James Ruth, Director of Parks & Recreation, stated if the City Council approves the preliminary plan, work can then proceed to prepare the final master plan for the park, as well as the final grading plan. Councilman Jennings stated he is strongly in favor of the park and willing to appropriate the necessary funds. City Manager Thompson explained further that work could not proceed until the City Council had approved of the master plan. He said if the City Council requested a change in location of the buildings or lakes, it would change the grading plans. Roll call vote: AYES: 5 Councilmen: NOES: 0 Councilmen: ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: Jennings, Morton, Hollis, Ferris, Winton None None City Manager Thompson reported on a request received from Mr. Rex Davis regarding installation of Sanitary Sewers at 8615 Cavel Street. He said the recommendation is to build the sewers in Cavel Street and assess the cost to the property owner on his pro rata share at an estimated cost of $6300. Council Minutes 3/28/72 -8- �,111 t-. 9 Councilman Morton requested a moment to add a statement regarding the 24 Acre Park. Referring to the City Council's previous action on the 24 Acre Park, it was moved by Councilman Morton, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and passed by the following vote that the City Council go on record approving the plan as presented at this meeting. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Jennings, Morton, Hollis, Ferris, Winton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None Continuing with his report on Sanitary Sewers, Cavel Street, City Manager Thompson stated each subsequent connection will be required to pay a pro rate share. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Ferris, and passed by the following vote to approve Sanitary Sewers - Cavel Street, to appropriate $6300 from the Sewer Fund, and authorize the City to proceed with construction. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Jennings, Morton, Hollis, Ferris, Winton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 0 Councilmen: None At the request of Councilman Morton and there being no objections, it was so ordered to table the matter of hiring a Technical Services Supervisor - Police Department at the present time and that it be taken up again during the Personnel Session of the annual budget review. �I'71iliL9l'uiMtiAE�d:4i�i)�F9 Councilman Jennings introduced Mr. Bob Reed, his appointee to the Citizen's. Sanitation and Health Committee. Director of Public Works Ervin Spindel reported on the progress of Widening of the Santa Ana Freeway. He said bids have been received on the first portion from the 605 Freeway to Paramount Boulevard, however, the bids came in over the estimate and the matter had to be sent to Washington for approval. Mr. Spindel stated the State is work- ing on the plans for the widening of the freeway from Paramount Boulevard to the West City Limits. He spoke regarding an experimental project being considered south of the 605 Freeway for use of the shoulder during peak hours only. There being no further business to come before the City Council, the Meeting was adjourned at 10:05 a.m. ZI�� R BERG T L. SHAND, CITY CLERK Council Minutes 3/28/72 1, DONALD H. WINTON, MAYOR