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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-04-24-73-Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APRIL 24, 1973 T A B L E O F M I N U T E A C T I O N S SUBJECT:' Zero Defects Quarterly Awards Minutes, April 9, 1973 Comm. from Councilman DiLoreto re Appt. of Jack Robinson & Esther Reddick to Ad Hoc Committee to study Conservation & Open Space Elements of General Plan Comm. from Councilman Temple re Appt. of Warren Heer & Francis Saurenmann to Ad Hoc Committee to study Conservation & Open Space Elements of General Plan Hearing on Appeal, ZE Case #1116, 9220 Telegraph Rd. Comm. from Dir. Planning re Zone Change Case #121, 11220 Garfield Ave. Legal Claims (for Council action) #077, Evelyn Bagley #101, Foster T. Randall #104, Arthur T. Sarka #105, Gladys Lewis Legal Claims (for information only) #106, Dale A. Gentry, Sr. Ordinance #433, Amending Sec. 5206.2 DMC re Accumulation of Garbage Resolution #2786, Approving Reappointment of William Greene to Planning Commission Resolution #2787, Stating Opposition to Route 90 (Slauson Freeway) and Opposing Any Future Freeways Through City Payroll Warrants #03805 - 04329 General Warrants #24514 - 24689 CC #314, Miscellaneous Repairs - Award of contract CC #315, Slurry Seal, Northeast Downey - Award of contract CC #319, Units 1 & 2, Street Resurfacing - Irwingrove, Rives to Morning; Quill, Rives to Paramount - Award of contract CC #331, N/s Imperial, Woodruff to 7761 Ely - Award of contract CC #320, Pipelining of Water Mains, Rivergrove Dr. from Foster Bridge nly. & Allengrove from Guatemala to Tweedy - Acceptance of improvements PC #330, Wilderness Park, Parking Lot & Walkways - Plans, specs & auth. to advertise Page 1 of 2 ACTION° PAGE NO. 1 Approved 1 Ordered filed 1 Ordered filed 1 Set for 5/14/73 1 Hearing set for 5/14/73 2 Rejected 2 Rejected 2 Resubmitted to carrier 2 Resubmitted to carrier 2 No action 2 Adopted 2 Adopted 3 Adopted 3 Approved 3 Approved 3 Approved 3 Approved 4 Approved 4 Approved 4 Approved 4 COUNCIL MINUTES APRIL 24, 1973 TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS SUBJECT: CC #333, Wilderness Park Irrigation System - Plans, specs & auth. to advertise CC #332, Wilderness Park Fine Grading - Award of contract Exchange of R/W, 11664 Adenmoor Sidewalk Matching Funds Resolution #2788, Req. Termination of Social Security Agmt. bet. Downey & State Downey Centennial - Advancement of Funds to Second Century Comm. & agreement Meeting adjourned in memory of William Stickle Page 2 of 2 ACTION: Approved Approved Approved Approved Adopted Approved PAGE NO. 4 4 5 5 5 6 7 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APRIL 24, 1973 The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 8:00 a.m., April 24, 1973, in the Council Chambers of the Downey City Hall, Mayor Thomas H. Morton presiding. PRESENT: Councilmen: Joseph E. DiLoreto, Richard M. Jennings, Donald H. Winton, Thomas H. Morton ABSENT: Councilmen: Walter S. Temple 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 Richard D. Patton, Director of Finance James D. Ruth, Director of Parks & Recreation Ray Lake, Director of Building & Safety Loren D. Morgan, Police Chief Donald Warren, Acting Fire Chief Harald J. Henriksen, City Engineer Robert L. Shand, City Clerk Judy McDonnell, Executive Secretary The Invacation was delivered by Mayor Thomas Morton, followed by the Flag Salute led by Mr. Lyell Swearingen, President of the Downey Chamber of Commerce. With the assistance of Public Works Director Ervin Spindel and Miss Public Works, Sharon Ringo, Mayor Thomas Morton presented Zero Defects Quarterly Awards to Sam Kouri, Junior Engineering Aid, and Robert Robuck, Maintenance Man. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Joseph DiLoreto, and so ordered to approve the Minutes of the City Council Meeting of April 9, 1973. Communication from Councilman Joe DiLoreto regarding Appointment of Mr. Jack Robinson and Mrs. Esther Reddick to the Ad Hoc Committee to study Conservation and Open Space Elements of the General Plan. Ordered filed. Communication from Councilman Walt Temple regarding Ap rs. Francis Saurenmann to the Ad Hoc Committee to stud . Ordered filed. Conserva of Mr. Warren Heer Communication from Brent Bergh & Associates requesting a hearing on Appeal, Zone Exception Case #1116, 9220 Telegraph Road. It was moved by Councilman Joseph DiLoreto, seconded by Councilman Donald Winton, and passed by the following vote to set a hearing on Appeal, Zone Exception Case #1116, 9220 Telegraph Road, on the basis of the Environmental Impact Report, for 7:30 p.m., May 14, 1973, in the Council Chambers of the Downey City Hall. Councilman Richard Jennings asked if the communication requesting the hearing fulfilled the requirements for an appeal. He also inquired if the Planning Department has a form letter for distributing to applicants that contains points to be discussed in a request for appeal. Planning Director William Goggin replied the applicants are referred to a section of the Code which spells out what they are supposed to show in their appeal, wherein the Commission erred in its findings. He pointed out that the applicant in this case is an expert in land use planning, re -zoning, and subdivision matters; that he should under- stand the Code and what is required more readily than an average citizen. Mr. Goggin stated under the Code, the communication requesting the hearing is adequate for an appeal. AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Jennings, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple Communication from Downey Chamber of Commerce regarding Quarterly Report: Activities and Services. Ordered filed. Council Minutes 4/24/73 -1- Communication from Public Utilities Commission regarding Application of Southern California Gas Company for Rate Increase and Tariff Adjustment. Ordered filed. Communication from General Telephone Company regarding Authority to Increase Certain Rates and Charges. Ordered filed. Mayor Thomas Morton inquired if the Downey Chamber of Commerce still reviews re- quests for rate increases. Mr. Lyell Swearingen, President of the Downey Chamber of Commerce, replied to his knowledge they have not done so this year. Communication from Diehl, Evans d Co. regarding Interim Audit Report. Ordered filed. Communication from Director of Planning regarding Zone Change Case #121, 11220 Garfield Avenue. Discussion followed. Planning Director William Goggin indicated it is requested the City Council set a hearing on this matter for realignment of zoning a small parcel of land on Garfield Avenue. It was moved by Councilman Joseph DiLoreto, seconded by Councilman Donald Winton, and passed by the following vote to set a hearing on Zone Change Case #121, 11220 Garfield Avenue, for 7:30 p.m., May 14, 1973, in the Council Chambers of the Downey City Hall. AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Jennings, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen. Temple LEGAL CLAIMS (for Council action.) Ref. #077, Evelyn Bagley Ref. #101, Foster T. Randall Ref. #104, Arthur T. Sarka Ref. #105, Gladys Lewis City Manager Charles Thompson requested Legal Claims #104 and 105 be referred back to the insurance carrier for re-examination prior to any action. Discussion followed, wherein Police Chief Loren Morgan clarified his reasons for recommending denial of Claim #104. It was moved by Councilman Richard Jennings, seconded by Councilman Donald Winton, and so ordered to resubmit Legal Claims #104 and 105 to the insurance carrier. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Richard Jennings, 'and so ordered to reject _Legal Claims #077, Evelyn Bagley, and #101, Foster T. Randall. LEGAL CLAIMS (for information only) Ref..#106, Dale A. Gentry, Sr. ORDINANCE NO. 433 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING SECTION 5206.2 OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE WHICH SAID SECTION RELATES TO ACCUMULATION OF GARBAGE The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Richard Jennings, seconded by Councilman Donald Winton, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Richard Jennings, and passed by the following vote to adopt Ordinance No. 433. AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Jennings, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple Council Minutes 4/24/73 -2- RESOLUTION NO. 2786 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THE REAPPOINTMENT OF WILLIAM G. GREENE TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION The Resolution was read by title only, It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Mayor Thomas Morton, and so ordered to waive further reading, It was moved by Councilman. Donald Winton, seconded by Mayor Thomas Morton, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No, 2786, AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Jennings, Winton, Morton. NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple RESOLUTION N0, 2787 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY STATING OPPOSITION TO THE ROUTE 90 (SLAUSON FREEWAY) AND OPPOSING ANY FUTURE FREEWAYS THROUGH THE CITY The Resolution was read by title only, Mayor Thomas Morton indicated the Council had previously taken similar action, but since that time there have been some changes in. Sacramento. He said there are one or two cities working hard to have both of the southern routes adopted, and both routes would cut into a portion of the island in the City of Downey. Mayor Morton stated the Resolution will be filed directly with the State. It was moved by Councilman Joseph. DiLoreto, seconded by Councilman Donald Winton, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Joseph DiLoreto, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No, 2787, AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Jennings, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Joseph DiLoreto, and passed by the following vote to approve Payroll Warrants #03805 through #04329, $222,839.57, and General Warrants #24514 through#24689, $1459800.92. AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Jennings, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple At the request of Councilman Richard Jennings and there being no objections, the Cash Contracts pertaining to Wilderness Park were set aside for consideration at the same time by the City Council, Following a summation of bids, it was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Joseph DiLoreto, and passed by the following vote to award Cash Contract #314, Miscellaneous Repairs, in the amount of the unit prices bid to Damon Construction Company, the lowest and best bidder, and waive the Bid Bond irregularity, AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Jennings, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple Following a summation of bids, it was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Joseph DiLoreto, and passed by the following vote to award Cash Contract #315, Slurry Seal, Northeast Downey, and Cash Contract #323 Preventive Maintenance, City Parking Lots, in the amount of the unit prices bid to Chamber -Mix Concrete, Inc, of Stanton, the lowest and best bidder. AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Jennings, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple Council Minutes 4/24/73 -3- Following a summation of bids, it was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Richard Jennings, and passed by the following vote to award Cash Contract #319, Units 1 and 2, Street Resurfacing - Irwingrove Drive, Rives to Morning Avenues, and Quill Drive Rives Avenue to Paramount Boulevard, in the unit prices bid to Sully - Miller Contracting Company of Long Beach. AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Jennings, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple Following a summation of bids, it was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Richard Jennings, and passed by the following vote to award Cash Contract #331, Northside Imperial Highway, Woodruff Avenue to 776' Easterly, in the amount of the unit prices bid to Critchfield Construction Company of South Gate, the lowest and best bidder. AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Jennings, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple It was moved by Councilman Richard Jennings, seconded by Councilman Joseph DiLoreto, and passed by the following vote to accept the improvements constructed on Cash Contract #320, Pipelining of Water Mains, Rivergrove Drive from Foster Bridge northerly, and Allengrove from Guatemala to Tweedy. AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Jennings, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple Discussing the Wilderness Park project, Councilman Richard Jennings asked about the funds to cover the three projects now before the City Council. City Manager Charles Thompson explained moneys were budgeted both in the Capital Improvement Fund and Revenue Sharing Budget. He said the moneys combined will cover these projects. It was noted that the funds in the Capital Improvement Fund Budget included $150,000 for the project-- $100,000 for the development and $50,000 for the acquisition. Responding to Councilman Jennings' inquiry regarding the engineer's breakdown on. excavation, Public Works Director Ervin Spindel stated there are two types of excavation involved --lake excavation and stockpile excavation, and he explained the difference between the two. Discussion followed. Councilman Jennings asked about the installation of a hydraulic water system. as opposed to electric. Parks & Recreation Director James Ruth replied it was the opinion of the architect to use an electric water system instead of hydraulic; that the tremendous number of shrubs and rolling topography at the park would require a more sophisticated system. Mr. Ruth commented that the lines will be laid under the proposed walkways before the irrigation system is installed. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Richard Jennings, and passed by the following vote to approve plans and specifications and grant authority to advertise for bids on Cash Contract #330, Wilderness Park, Parking Lot and Walkways. AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Jennings, Winton, Morton N(ES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Richard Jennings, and passed by the following vote to approve plans and specifications and grant authority to advertise for bids on Cash Contract #333, Wilderness Park Irrigation System. AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Jennings, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple Following a summation of bids, it was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Richard Jennings, and passed by the following vote to award Cash Contract #332, Wilderness Park Fine Grading, in the amount of the unit prices bid to Land Excavation of Santa Ana, the lowest and best bidder. Council Minutes 4/24/73 -4- AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Jennings, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple Councilman Richard Jennings voiced his disagreement to installing an electric water system when a hydraulic system was used at the Rio Hondo Golf Course. Parks & Recreation Director James Ruth replied that a sophisticated water system was not required at the golf course because it does not have the shrubs and topography that Wilderness Park will have, and he commented on the functions of the electric water system. He explained that he would still recommend a hydraulic system for the golf course. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Joseph DiLoreto, and passed by the following vote to authorize Exchange of Right -of -Way, 11664 Adenmoor, for sidewalk and driveway. AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Jennings, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton., seconded by Councilman Joseph DiLoreto, and passed by the following vote to approve Sidewalk Matching Funds at the following locations: Estimated M.F. No. Address City Cost 207 9309 Sideview Drive $ 94.00 208 12240 Pomering Road 67.00 Total Estimated Cost $ 161.00 AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Jennings, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple CITY MANAGER'S REPORT City Manager Charles Thompson stated pursuant to discussions and studies with the Downey City Employees Association and Memorandum of Understanding of last year, it is requested the City Council approve a two-year advance notice to withdraw from Social Security, beginning the end of this fiscal year. He said in the interim, studies will be conducted to see if the same coverage can be received under additional insurance at considerable reduction in cost to both the employee and the City, with particular emphasis placed on disability coverage. RESOLUTION NO, 2788 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY REQUESTING TERMINATION OF THE SOCIAL SECURITY (OLD -AGE, SURVIVORS, DISABILITY, AND HEALTH INSURANCE) AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF DOWNEY AND THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Joseph DiLoreto, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Joseph DiLoreto, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 2788. AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Jennings, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Mayor Thomas Morton reviewed his comments at the last Council meeting regarding the Downey Centennial, and he introduced Mr, Lyell Swearingen, Chairman of the Centennial Committee. Mr. Lyell Swearingen spoke of the once -in -a -lifetime event of the Downey Centennial celebration, and he said it will be necessary to have interim funds to cover expenses during the period of forming the organization to plan the Centennial. He stated inasmuch Council Minutes 4/24/73 -5- as most of the activities are fund raising, it is expected the organization will be able to pay back most, if not all, of the funds advanced by the City. Mr. Swearingen noted some of the planned events, and he mentioned a blue ribbon guest list could include Governor Reagan, legislators, and people from Downey of name, Councilman Richard Jennings explained there are two or three definite projects for raising revenues, and through these projects, it is expected the City will be refunded the total amount advanced to the committee, He said the projects include commemorative coins, plates, programs, and souvenirs. It was moved by Councilman Richard Jennings, seconded by Councilman Joseph DiLoreto, and passed by the following vote that the City Council set up a fund of $5,000 to be advanced as needed to the Second Century Committee, and that there be an agreement between the City and the association covering the payment of funds and disbursement of funds. It was noted the funds would be from the Fund Balance of the General Fund. Councilman Joseph DiLoreto stated although the City should try to recoup the amount of money it puts into the Centennial, it should not lose sight df the fact that the initial objective is for enhancement of the City. AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Jennings, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple Mayor Thomas Morton added that Councilman Walter Temple advised he is in accord with the Centennial program. At 8:50 a.m. and with Council concurrence, Mayor Morton adjourned the meeting to executive session with the City Attorney to discuss a legal matter. He asked the Chief of Police and City Manager to be present. The meeting resumed at 9:27 a.m., with Councilmen Joseph DiLoreto, Richard Jennings, Donald Winton, and Thomas Morton present; Councilman Walter Temple absent. Ms. Barbara Bradley, 23135 Madison, Torrance, stated she is secretary of the Rancho Chapter of the California Association of the Physically Handicapped, which is conducting a wheel-a-thon planned for May 12th through the streets of Downey. She said the route will be from Apollo Park to the First Baptist Church, and the purpose is to demonstrate mobility barriers to the handicapped. Ms. Bradley extended an invitation to the Council to participate, and she distributed a map of the route and a publication of the California Association of the Physically Handicapped. She answered questions of Mayor Morton. Councilman Donald Winton suggested the County Board of Supervisors be asked to observe the wheel-a-thon. He referred to the Imperial Highway underpass for Rancho Los Amigos, which has raised curbs leading to Rives Avenue. He said the southern section of Rancho also has raised curbs. Councilman Richard Jennings spoke regarding County Supervisor Pete Schabarum's recognition of senior citizens who will be honored for their contributions in an Older American Recognition Day ceremony April 28th at the Hall of Administration.. He said the honorary citizens were selected by the Mayors of 77 cities in the County and by 15 Councilmen of Los Angeles. He requested that through the Mayor a senior citizen be selected from Downey. Mayor Thomas Morton informed Councilman Jennings that Mr. Donald Riggs was chosen from Downey, and it was handled through the Mayor's office. Councilman Richard Jennings stated his disagreement to the special ad hoc citizens committee to aid in the preparation of necessary elements in the General Plan, which he said is the result of the joint meeting between the Planning Commission and City Council. He pointed out that $20,000 was appropriated by the City Council for develop- ment of a precise zoning plan, and now the sum is being used for the purpose of the General Plan, specific elements as required by the State, and also for the Comprehensive Zoning Plan. Councilman Jennings requested rather than going through the appointment of committees and intensive study of the various elements of the General Plan, that the elements be given a broad brush treatment with only the necessary ingredients as re- quired by State Law and then go on to the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance. Council Minutes 4/24/73 -6- Councilman Donald Winton indicated he agreed with Councilman Jennings and that he would be appointing people to the ad hoc committee. He said the committee should touch only the areas required to the minimum standards of State law, inasmuch as State law could change several months from now. Councilman Winton requested, if possible, through coordination with the Mayor's office, City Manager, and appropriate staff, that a time and date be set during the day for the Council to make a field trip of the Century 109 Freeway area. He said there are significant problems that are not being taken care of. Mayor Thomas Morton stated the comments of Councilmen Jennings and Winton regarding the environmental study should be listened to. He said the committee was set up to give some assistance toward meeting the State requirements for a certain date. Mayor Morton concurred that the real thrust of employing the consultants was to come up with an ordinance that implements the General Plan. He recommended the consultants spend their time on getting the ordinance on the General Plan adopted, inasmuch as that was the reason he voted in favor of their employment. There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 9.38 a.m. in memory of William Stickle, former Park & Recreation Department employee. RO ERT L. SHAND, CITY CLERK r-y�VEi'k`.-scs u... �—i.�"ri-t`'`✓C.i' 6''l THOMAS H. MORTON, MAYOR Council Minutes 4/24/73 -7-