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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-09-10-73-Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY SEPTEMBER 10, 1973 T A B L E O F M I N U T E A C T I O N S SUBJECT Resolution #2852, Confirming Assessment for Chapter 27, DIP #639, Sites 1,3,4,5, W/s Sideview Dr. bet. Cedartree & Brookpark Resolution #2853, Confirming Assessment for Chapter 27, DIP #640, Sites 1,3, & 4 E/s Sideview Dr. bet Cedartree & Metro DTP #642, S/s Stewart & Gray, Orizaba to Downey - Dept. Comm. Dev, authorized to proceed w/construction Minutes, August 28, 1973 Comm. from Pub. Util,. Comm,. re Proposed Grade Crossings Comm. from State Board of Equalization re Revisions of Local Sales & Use Tax Ordinances ACTIONS Adopted Adopted Approved Approved Referred to City Manager & Dept, of Public Works Referred to City Manager for ordinance revision Legal Claims (information only) Ref. #127, Mary Daniel Ref. #128, William B. Duthie Ref.. #129, Allstate Ins. for John Schlindwein Ref. #130, Willis R. Hanes No action PAGE NO. 2 2 3 3 3 3 3 Time Capsule in Veterans Memorial Plaza Approved 3 Ordinance, Amending Sec., 3205 DMC re Bicycle License Fees Introduced 4 Ordinance, Amending DMC re Board of Building Appeals Introduced 4 Resolution #2854, Ordering Dir. Public Wks. Make Report (Annexation 73/24) Adopted 4 Report by Dir. Public Works (Annex.73/24) Accepted 5 Resolution #2855, Declaring Intention to Annex to City Lighting District (Annex. 73/24) Adopted 5 Resolution #2856, re Acquisition of Property NE Corner Paramount & Orange (CC #326) New Paragraph deleted; Fire Station Headquarters adopted 5 General Warrants #26675 - #26923 Approved 6 CC #SS-293, Paramount at Brookmill - Traffic Signal Installation - Plans, specs & authority to advertise Approved 6 CC #347, Koopman & Pivot - Plans, specs & authority to advertise Approved 6 CC #SS-257, Unit I, Stewart & Gray Rd, Old River School Rd/Salford Ave - Storm Drain - Award of contract Approved 6 Use of Property at Heliport Site for Tennis Court Facilities - Appropriation for plans Approved 7 Increase of Senior Citizens Golf Course Fees Taken under submission for report 7 Page 1 of 2 COUNCIL MINUTES 9/10/73 TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS Joint Powers Agreement with City of Santa Fe Springs Application of Southeast Taxi Service for Rate Increase, effective October 1, 1973 Report on Licensing of Bicycles City Flag (with change) and City Seal Lease of Parking Lot No. xxL3(between 2nd & 3rd Streets) - Payment ofrtaxes in exchange for rent-free parking for City employees Page 2 of 2 ACTION: Mayor authorized to sign Approved Information only Approved Approved PAGE NO. 8 8 8 8 8 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY SEPTEMBER 10, 1973 The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 7:30 p.m., September 10, 1973, in the Council Chambers of the Downey City Hall, Mayor Thomas H. Morton presiding. PRESENT: Councilmen: Joseph E. DiLoreto, Walter S. Temple, Donald H. Winton, Thomas H. Morton ABSENT: Councilmen: Richard M. Jennings ALSO PRESENT: Charles W. Thompson, City Manager Donald B. Robison, Assistant City Manager Mark Allen, Jr., Acting City Attorney Ervin Spindel, Director of Community Development Richard D. Patton, Director of Finance James D. Ruth, Director of Parks 3 Recreation William A. Goggin, City Planner Ray Lake, Building Official Loren D. Morgan, Police Chief Edwin H. Wood, Fire Chief Harald J. Henriksen, City Engineer Robert L. Shand, City Clerk -Treasurer Judy McDonnell, Executive Secretary The Invocation was delivered by Dr. Dan Diegelman, Associate Minister, Downey United Methodist Church, followed by the Flag Salute led by Councilman Donald Winton. With the assistance of Fire Chief Edwin Wood, Mayor Thomas Morton presented a commendation to Mr. Frank Dearman, Jr. Chief Wood explained Mr. Dearman on August 27th entered a burning home on Quill Drive, rescued the occupant, and notified the Fire Department of the fire. On behalf of the City Council, Mayor Morton expressed appreciation to Mr. Dearman for his outstanding initiative and action in the saving of a life and his community concern. Mayor Thomas Morton declared that.this is the time and place for the public hearing on Downey Improvement Project No. 639, Sites 1, 3, 4, and 5, West side Sideview Drive, between Cedartree and Brookpark. He inquired if the City Clerk had the Affidavit of Posting of Notice and Affidavit of Mailing, to which the City Clerk responded in the affirmative. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and so ordered to receive and file the Affidavits. Mayor Morton inquired if the City Clerk had received any written protests or objections against the improvements, and the City Clerk replied he had not. Community Development Director Ervin Spindel reported this is a hearing on the cost for sidewalk construction which has been satisfactorily completed under provisions of Chapter 27 of the 1911 Act. He reported on the assessments for Sites 1, 3, and 4 and stated the assessment for Site 5 has been paid in cash. He recommended the assessments be confirmed. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and so ordered to accept the report of the City Engineer and confirm the assessments for Site 1, 3, and 4. Mayor Morton inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak in protest to Downey Improvement Project No. 639, and there was no response. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Joseph DiLoreto, and so ordered to close the hearing on Downey Improvement Project No. 639. RESOLUTION NO. 2852 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENT FOR CHAPTER 27 PROCEEDINGS FOR DOWNEY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 6399 SITES 1, 3, 49 d 5, WEST SIDE OF SIDEVIEW DRIVE BETWEEN CEDARTREE AND BROOKPARK Council Minutes 9/10/73 -1- The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and so ordered to waive further reading, deleting the costs for Site 5. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 2852. AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Temple, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Jennings Mayor Thomas Morton declared that this is the time and place for the public hearing on Downey Improvement Project No. 640, Sites 1, 3, and 4, East Side Sideview Drive between Cedartree and Metro-. He inquired if the City Clerk had the Affidavit of Posting of Notice and Affidavit of Mailing, to which the City Clerk responded in the affirmative. It was moved by Councilman Joseph DiLoreto, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and so ordered to receive and file the Affidavits. Mayor Morton inquired if the City Clerk had received any written protests or objec- tions against the improvements, and the City Clerk replied he had not. Community Development Director Ervin Spindel reported this is a hearing on the cost, and all of the work required under provisions of Chapter 27 of the 1911 Act has been completed for the construction of sidewalks. He reported on the assessments for Site 1, 3, and 4, and recommended the assessments be confirmed. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and so ordered to accept the report of the City Engineer and confirm the assessments. Mayor Morton inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak in protest to Downey Improvement Project No. 640, and there was no response. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and so ordered to close the hearing on Downey Improvement Project No. 640. RESOLUTION NO. 2853 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENT FOR CHAPTER 27 PROCEEDINGS FOR DOWNEY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 640, SITES 10 31 AND 4 EAST SIDE OF SIDEVIEW DRIVE BETWEEN CEDARTREE AND METRO The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 2853. AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Temple, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Jennings Mayor Thomas Morton declared that this is the time and place for the public hearing on Downey Improvement Project No. 642, South side Stewart and Gray Road, Orizaba Avenue to Downey Avenue.. He inquired if the City Clerk had the Affidavit of Posting of Notice and Affidavit of Mailing, to which the City Clerk responded in the affirmative. It was moved by Councilman Joseph DiLoreto, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and so ordered to receive and file the Affidavits. Mayor Morton inquired if the City Clerk had received any written protests or objec- tions against the improvements, and the City Clerk replied he had not. Community Development Director Ervin Spindel reported this is a hearing for construction of sidewalks under provisions of Chapter 27 of the 1911 Act for three sites on Stewart and Gray Road. He reported on the estimated cost and stated the cost for Site 3 is higher because it is commercial property and not eligible for matching funds. It was moved by Councilman Walter Temple, seconded by Councilman Donald Winton, and so ordered to accept the report of the City Engineer. Council Minutes 9/10/73 -2- A V2 Discussion followed regarding referring ,the Ordinance over to another meeting, pending the return of Councilman Jennings. Acting City Attorney Mark Allen suggested if it is the Council's desire it can, by motion, delay the matter over for further consideration at the next meeting. He said to avoid any problems the Council may re -introduce the Ordinance. The Ordinance was presented for re -introduction and read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Walter Temple, seconded by Councilman Donald Winton, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was noted that the action now being taken will vitiate prior action of the City Council with regard to introduction. It was moved by Councilman Walter Temple, seconded by Councilman Joseph DiLoreto, and passed by the following vote to introduce the Ordinance. AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Temple, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Jennings ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING PART 9 TO CHAPTER 4 OF ARTICLE II, CONSISTING OF SECTIONS 2490 THROUGH 24959 AMENDING SECTION 8906 AND REPEALING SECTION 8907, ALL OF WHICH SECTIONS RELATE TO A BOARD OF BUILDING APPEALS The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, 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 introduce the Ordinance. Councilman DiLoreto spoke in favor of the Appeals Board. He expressed concern re- garding the selection of members to the Board as proposed in Section 2490. Mayor Thomas Morton said if agreeable, the Mayor's office will coordinate with the Councilmen; that since there are five, each would have an opportunity to make a designation. AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Temple, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Jennings RESOLUTION NO. 2854 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 (ANNEXA- TION 73/24) The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 2854. AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Temple, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Jennings Public Works Director Ervin Spindel reported the street lighting system on Horton Avenue between Nada and Brunache Streets consists of two lights. He said the installa- tion cost will be $256; the annual operating cost $114, Mr. Spindel stated the first year the cost would be $0.5987 per $100 assessed valuation; the second year $0.5987 per $100 assessed valuation; and the third and continuing cost $0.21 per $100 assessed valuation. He commented the costs are based on the 1973-74 Lighting District Budget and are subject to change as the maintenance costs increase. Council Minutes 9/10/73 -4- It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and so ordered to accept the Report of the Director of Public Works. RESOLUTION NO. 2855 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO ANNEX A CERTAIN AREA TO THE DOWNEY CITY LIGHTING DISTRICT AND TO MAINTAIN AND FURNISH ELECTRICAL CURRENT TO STREET LIGHTING FIXTURES ON THE STREETS AND PUBLIC PLACES WITHIN THAT AREA UNTIL JANUARY 31, 1983 (ANNEXATION 73/24) The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 2855. 1973, It was noted the Resolution sets a hearing on the Lighting District for October 8, AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Temple, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Jennings Referring to the Resolution regarding Acquisition of Certain Property at Northeast Corner of Paramount and Oran e Street, Acting City Attorney Mark Allen stated the last paragraph of Section 4 being the first paragraph on Page 2) should be deleted from the Resolution, inasmuch as an Order of Immediate Possession cannot be obtained for a Fire Station site; it can only be for streets, lots, and rights -of -way. The paragraph was deleted from the Resolution. RESOLUTION NO. 2856 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY FINDING AND DETERMINING THAT THE PUBLIC INTEREST, CON- VENIENCE AND NECESSITY REQUIRE THE ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN PROPERTY FOR PUBLIC USE LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF PARAMOUNT BOULEVARD AND ORANGE STREET (C.C. PROJECT NO. 326) NEW FIRE STATION HEADQUARTERS The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 2856. Councilman Joseph DiLoreto commented when this matter was presented to the Council originally there was some discussion relating to whether or not this land would be acquired and whether to proceed with expansion of the Fire Station. He said it was his understanding that no decision had been made. Mayor Thomas Morton concurred and said if the Council takes action on thb Resolution, it would be making that decision. City Manager Charles Thompson referred to the fact that the project has been delayed as a result of the efforts to acquire the property and difficulties in some of the design. However, he said, by so doing, considerable amounts will be saved in the project by virtue of utilizing the site better and building the shop facilities in connection with the Fire Station. Mr. Thompson commented the architect has indicated the general layouts and indica- ted the square footage savings would result in a reduction of about $30,000 in construction costs, as well as getting a better layout for the facility itself. Discussion followed. Fire Chief Edwin Wood concurred with Mr. Thompson and firmly recommended the acquisition of the additional property. Council Minutes 9/10/73 -5- The Council further discussed with Chief Wood the estimated savings involved. Councilman DiLoreto and Acting City Attorney Mark Allen discussed legal proceedings involved, should this matter go to litigation. Roll call vote: AYES: 3 Councilmen: NOES: 1 Councilmen: ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple, Winton, Morton DiLoreto Jennings It was moved by Councilman Walter Temple, seconded by Councilman Joseph DiLoreto, and passed by the following vote to approve General Warrants #26675-#26923 $360 401.72. AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Temple, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Jennings It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and passed by the following vote to approve plans, specifications, and grant authority to advertise for bids on Cash Contract #SS-2939 Paramount Boulevard -at Brookmill Road - Traffic Signal Installation. AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Temple, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Jennings It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and passed by the following vote to approve plans, specifications) and grant authority to advertise for bids on. Cash Contract #347, Koopman Avenue and Pivot Street. AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Temple, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Jennings 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 #SS-257, Unit I, Stewart and Gray Road Old River School Road/Salford Avenue - Storm Drain, in the amount of the unit prices bid, to Globe Construction Company of Los Angeles, the lowest and best bidder, and reject all other bids. AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Temple, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Jennings Mayor Thomas Morton declared a recess at 8:18 p.m. The meeting resumed at 8:32 p.m. with Councilmen DiLoreto, Temple, Winton, Morton present; Councilman Jennings absent. City Manager Charles Thompson spoke regarding studies made on Use of Property At the Heliport Site. He reviewed the possibilities considered and requested the Council to approve utilizing the property for installation of Tennis Court Facilities. Mr. Thompson stated the property fills the requirements for tennis play, parking is available, and the housing which is available can be used for a tennis -type pro shop. He said the property would be retained in public ownership should emergency situations arise where it had to be utilized. Mr. Thompson noted the complaints received during the last usage of the site as a heliport. Mr. A. J. Cortese, 7652 Fostoria Street, Downey, asked various questions regarding the proposed tennis courts and remarked on his proposal to lease or buy the heliport property for a tennis club. He stated his objections to the City putting in a tennis club. Mr. Thompson said the proposal was reviewed and he did contact Mr, and Mrs. Cortese and inform them the City would not be able to sell or make a long-term lease. Mayor Thomas Morton explained that during the Budget study session the tennis court facility problem was presented and a detailed report was submitted by the Director of Parks & Recreation. Parks & Recreation Director James Ruth indicated the tennis court project has been considered for approximately two years. He explained how the location was finally chosen for this project and of the studies made. Council Minutes 9/10/73 -6- Mr. Cortese discussed a prior conversation with the City Manager. He questioned whether the City would be able to build four tennis courts at the heliport site for $40,000. Councilman Joseph DiLoreto referred to the Budget Study session and stated he and Mayor Morton discussed in detail the preference that the tennis courts should be Located in the southern section of the City because of the lack of sufficient recrea- tional facilities. Councilman Donald Winton stated there has been an ongoing interest relative to what the heliport site could be utilized for. He said a complete, intensive survey was done regarding use of the site as a park, and it proved there were not ample children to use the park without having to be subjected to Bellflower Boulevard and cross -traffic. He spoke regarding other proposed uses of the site for expansion purposes and referred to the negotiations with Mr. Cortese relative to his offer to purchase or lease the pro - property. Councilman Winton indicated the appropriation for the proposed tennis courts was well discussed by the Budget Committee and in general Budget session and was open for public discussion at that time. He said there is a definite basis for recreational uses in the southeast section of the City, inasmuch as there is not one park in this particular area nor recreational facility of any type. Councilman Winton stated the City was funded and founded for the basic purpose of providing services for the community, and he is in favor of the recommendation of the City Manager and Parks & Recreation Commission. Councilman Walter Temple reviewed the studies that were conducted in selecting the present location for proposed tennis courts in the City and said the citizens should not be charged for use of facilities; that if there is a charge, it should be"minimal. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and passed by the following vote to approve the Tennis Courts at the Heliport Site and appropriation for the plans as recommended by the City Manager. Responding to a question by Councilman Temple, Mr. Ruth said the courts will not be lighted the first year, however, lighting will be proposed for the second fiscal year at approximately $3,000 to $4,500 per court. Mr. Ruth answered questions of Mr. Leonard Gleed, 9145 Sheridell Avenue, Downey Responding to a question by Mr. Cortese, Mr. Ruth indicated the proposal is to build eight courts at a cost of $60,000 during this current Budget year. AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Temple, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Jennings Mayor Thomas Morton pointed out that the City has a Joint City -School Recreation Committee and the matter of the tennis court needs in the City of Downey has been thoroughly reviewed and analyzed before that committee for the last two years, with presentations made in addition to Council studies at Budget time. He commented that a tremendous number of young people starting at the grade levels are getting involved in tennis programs, as well as some of the churches starting to provide tennis as one of their activities. City Manager Charles Thompson reported the County of Los Angeles has increased Senior Citizens Golf Course Fees from $1.00 to $1.25 for 18 holes effective September 1st. He said it is now proposed and has been approved and recommended by the Parks & Recreation Commission that this adjustment also be made in Downey's fees in order to maintain an equitable distribution of the play for the senior citizens. Parks & Recreation Director James Ruth explained in the Joint Powers Agreement with the County it was emphasized that the senior citizen program be approved and incorporated into the City's rules and regulations.. He stated a comprehensive study is now being conducted, and it is expected that in the next month or so there will be some recommendations made to the City Manager and City Council regarding other aspects of the fee structure. Discussion followed. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and so ordered to take the increase in Senior Citizens Golf Course Fees under submission for a period of one month to six weeks tentative to a report back relative to the increase in play. Council Minutes 9/10/73 -7- City Manager Charles Thompson indicated discussions and conversations have been held with officials from the City of Santa Fe Springs regarding the possibility of utilizing through a Joint Powers Agreement, a Paramedic Program in the City of Downey. He said the City of Santa Fe Springs has decided to go into the Paramedic Program and send one of its men for training at Harbor General Hospital this winter; that Santa Fe Springs has proposed to utilize the Paramedic unit once it is trained to answer calls in the City of Downey and in exchange, the City of Downey, through its Station No. 4, would have first-hand response into the residential areas of Santa Fe Springs during the Paramedic training. Mr. Thompson stated this would give Downey the opportunity to observe the Paramedic Program and study it closely to see whether there would be long- lasting gain and an absolute need for the program in the City of Downey. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and passed by the following vote to authorize the Mayor to execute the Joint -Powers Agreement with the City of Santa Fe Springs. AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Temple, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Jennings CITY MANAGER'S REPORT City Manager Charles Thompson reported on a study of the Application of Southeast Taxi Service for Rate Increase as requested by the City Council. He explained his review of the company's financial statements shows an increase in the amount of salaries and wages and a percentage utilized for oil and gas; that there are other increases which can be verified and a review of the financial and auditor's statements indicates a decreasing amount of revenue for Southeast Taxi. It was moved by Councilman Walter Temple, seconded by Councilman Joseph DiLoreto, and passed by the following vote to approve the Increase for Southeast Taxi Service as submitted, effective October 1, 1973. AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Temple, Winton, Morton NOES: 0 Councilmen: None ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Jennings Mr. Thompson submitted for information purposes a report on,Licensing of Bicycles and said there are approximately 10,000 licenses active in the City and approximately 1,700 bicycles licensed annually through the various stations of the Fire Department and Russell's Bike Shop. He explained the licenses would be placed on the Automated Warrant System next year at an increased cost to the City. Mr. Thompson stated a request has been made by the members of the Downey Second Century Foundation regarding the City Flag and City Seal. He said it is requested the Flag be changed to add the words "Downey's Second Century" centered below the seal on the Flag. He noted research has indicated the Flag and Seal have never been officially adopted by the City Council. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and so ordered to approve the City Flag and City Seal, as recommended. Referring to the Lease of Parking Lot No. 31:(between 2nd and 3rd Streets) with the First Baptist Church of Downey, Mr. Thompson indicated the Church is ready to pay the portion of the taxes of $293.35. He said that although there is no formal agreement there has been an exchange of letters in conformance with Council's discussion of a year ago and the City is no longer paying a rental on the lot. Mr. Thompson stated if it is the Council's desire the City will pay the current taxes and continue to use the lot rent-free. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and so prdered to approve payment of current taxes on Church Parking Lot, in exchange for rent-free use for parking of City employee vehicles. There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 9:14 p.m. Robert L. Shand, City Clerk Thomas H. Morton, Mayor Council Minutes 9/10/73 -8-