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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-06-10-784-Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY NNE 10, 1974 T A B L E O F M I N U T E A C T I O N S SUBJECT: ACTION: PAGE NO. Presentation to winners in poster contest re Clean Up Week 1 Appeal, ZE Case #1168, 9516 Downey Withdrawn 1 Assessment District #117, Adoree Ave. & Other Streets & Alleys - City to contri- bute alley costs for reconstruction, approaches, excavations, engineering & incidentals Approved 3 Assessment District #117, continue with Resolution on curbs, paveouts & streets & eliminates alleys Failed 4 Resolution #2951, Finding Public Conv. & Necessity Req. Imprvmt. of Adoree Ave. & Other Streets & Alleys (AD 117) Adopted 4 Resolution #2952, Overruling Protests (AD 117) Adopted 4 Resolution #2953, Ordering Work to be Done (AD 117) Adopted 4 Budget, Fiscal Year 1974-75 Hearing continued to 6/12/74 5 Ordinance, Amending Sec. 9114.3 DMC re Zoning Introduced 6 Ordinance, Amending Zoning Map Adopted by Sec. 9107 DMC (Plan. Res. #141, Zone Change Case #122) Introduced 7 Resolution #2954, Ordering Annexation to City Ltg. Dist. (Annex. 74/13-Rupp Rd.) Adopted 8 Resolution #2955, Confirming Assessment for Chapter 27 for DIP #647, N/s DePalma bet Paramount & Gurley Adopted 8 Resolution #2956, Confirming Assessment for Chapter 27 for DIP #648, S/s DePalma bet. Paramount & Downey Adopted 9 Resolution #2957, Confirming Assessment for Chapter 27 for DIP #649, E/s Paramount bet. DePalma & Stewart & Gray Adopted 10 Resolution #2958, Confirming Assessment for Chapter 27 for DIP #646, Sites 1 thru 7, S/s Stewart & Gray bet. Old River School & Susan Adopted 11 Minutes, May 13, 1974 Approved 11 Legal Claims(for information only) #177, J. A. Hanna #181, V. Funk #178, L. F. Spencer #182, V. L. Parkerson #179, G. Reusch #183, State Farm Ins. No action 11 ,'k180, L. Niemi Page 1 of 2 COUNCIL MINUTES 6/10/74 TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS SUBJECT: ACTION: PAGE NO. Legal Claims (for Council action) #168, Auto Club. #169, Allstate Ins. Accepted 12 Ordinance, Amending DMC re One-half Fee Dog Licenses Introduced 12 Resolution #2960, Requesting Bd. Sprvsrs of L.A. County Flood Control Dist. of State to accept transfer & conveyance of Storm Drain Imprvmts. (SS #286, Misc. Transfer Drain #526 Adopted 12 Resolution #2960, Req. Allocation of County Aid to Cities Funds for Maint. of Select System Streets Adopted 12 Resolution #2961, Amending Leave Policy Adopted 12 General Warrants #31420-31588 #31589-31693 Approved 13 CC #SS-268, Florence Ave., Fairford & Dollison - Award of contract Approved 13 CC #SS-257, Unit II - CC #SS-287, Stewart & Gray from Paramount to Salford - Acceptance of improvements Approved 13 CC #349, Adoree Ave. - Storm Drain - Plans, specs, & auth. to advertise subj. to plans, specs from County Flood Control Approved 13 Report on Comparison of Water Rates Presented for information only 13 CC #SS-287/257, Stewart & Gray - Sewer Main - Confirm assessment of sewer connection fees Approved 13 Seismic Safety Element of the General Plan - Rentention of Envicom to prepare element Approved 13 Noise Element of General Plan - Retention of Olson Laboratiries to prepare element Approved 14 Workmen's Compensation Insurance Report Taken under subm. to 6/12/74 14 Project Contract 187, Fencing & Gates, Wilderness Park Approved 15 Bid #7051, Library Books, 1974-75 Approved 15 Req. for Building Permit for const. of apartments, SE Corner Telegraph & Serapis Approved 15 Sales Tax Analysis Filed 16 Base Liability Insurance Coverage for Fiscal Year 1974-75 Approved 16 Summer Registration of Recreation Programs Suggestion re evenings 16 Appointment of Betty Rupp to Health & Sanitation Committee Approved 16 Second Century Foundation - Appropriation for Bi-Centennial Approved 17 Meeting adjourned to 6/12/74, 5:30 p.m. 17 Page 2 of 2 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY JUNE 10, 1974 The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 7:30 p.m., June 10, 1974, in the Council Chambers of the Downey City Hall, Mayor Richard M. Jennings presiding. PRESENT: Councilmen: Walter S. Temple, Joseph E. DiLoreto, Donald H. Winton, Hazel N. Scotto, Richard M. Jennings ABSENT: Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Walter Temple, seconded by Councilman Joseph DiLoreto, and so ordered to adjourn the meeting to the Downey Theatre. The meeting reconvened at 7:43 p.m. in the Downey Theatre with all Councilmen present. ALSO PRESENT: Charles W. Thompson, City Manager Donald B. Robison, Assistant City Manager Royal M. Sorensen, City Attorney Ervin Spindel, Director of Community Development Richard D. Patton, Director of Finance James D. Ruth, Director of Parks & Recreation Loren D. Morgan, Police Chief Edwin H. Wood, Fire Chief William A. Coggin, City Planner Ray Lake, Building Official Harald J. Henriksen, City Engineer Robert L. Shand, City Clerk -Treasurer Judy McDonnell, Executive Secretary The Invocation was delivered by Reverend Tom Jolly, Memorial Christian Church, followed by the Flag Salute led by Councilman Walter Temple. Mr. Milton Mackaig of the Health & Sanitation Committee introduced other members, Mrs. Betty Rupp and Mr. John Reed. Mayor Richard Jennings presented bonds to the following students who were first place winners in the poster contest held in conjunction with Clean Up Week: Stephanie Goto Jackie Ford Gary Slassak Larry Shaw Paula Saucedo Tony Sinclair Peggy Goeckner Jane Leichsenring Laura Berggiust Donna Felch Guenther Faulob Marla Sheehan Tim Trader Fred Bode Stephanie Goto presented a "thank you" poster to the Mayor and City Council. Mayor Jennings announced the Appeal to Zone Exception Case #lL68, 9516 Downey Avenue, has been withdrawan by the appellant and there will be no hearing on this matter. Mayor Richard Jennings declared that this is the time and place for the continuation of hearing on Assessment District No. 117, Adoree Avenue and Other Streets and Alleys within the City. He inquired if Councilman Donald Winton ha read the transcript or listened to the tapes of the hearings held on April 8th and May 13th, and Mr. Winton replied yes. Mayor Jennings commented the City Engineer now recommends the City contribu- tion be increased, and he asked the City Engineer for a report. Community Development Director Ervin Spindel reported at the last hearing, City contribution was recommended for reconstruction of alleys, and now it is also recommended for alley approaches, alley intersections, and the engineering and incidentals on the alleys. He said this would make an additional City contribution over the $195,000 of $66,500, which would reduce assessments to the property owners an average of 25 percent. Mayor Jennings acknowledged a group of senior citizens from the Country Villa of Downey. Council Minutes 6/10/74 -1- Mayor Jennings inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak in favor of the Assessment District. Mr. Gerald Schmidt, 8048 Cheyenne Avenue, said the alley behind his home is presently paved, and he originally filed a written protest on the basis that he shouldn't have to pay for the repaving of that alley. He asked if he is correct in assuming that the City is going to pay for improvements to alleys that are already paved. Mr. Spindel replied yes, if an alley has already been paved and accepted by the City or the County prior to incorporation, then there would be no charge for reconstruction of that alley. Mr. Schmidt withdrew his protest and with written consent withdrew the pro- tests of two of his neighbors, Peggy S. Lane, 8042 Cheyenne Avenue, Downey, and R. E. Widby, 13013 Brock Avenue. Mayor Jennings asked if the alleys referred to are considered improved. Mr. Spindel said he would check it out. Mr. Schmidt indicated his protest withdrawal would be conditional on the improvements, he is very much in favor of the Assessment District and would like to see it go through other than he does not want to pay for paving the alleys twice. Mr. Clyde Cooley, 8020 Adoree Avenue, spoke in favor of the Assessment District. Mr. William Holtz, 8224 Devenir Avenue, agreed with Mr. Cooley. Carol Blevins, 8239-41 Cheyenne Avenue, spoke in favor of the improvements. Joan Whitman, 8125 Devenir Avenue, said she is in favor of having the work done for a reasonable price, and they do not want to pay for the corners. Mr. Robert Farrington, 8046 Devenir Avenue, spoke in favor of the project. Mayor Jennings inquired if there was anyone else present who wished to speak in favor of the Assessment District, and there was no response. He inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak in opposition. Mr. Jerome Rossiter, 8202 Adoree Avenue, commented the petition circulated in behalf of the opposition was over 50 percent, and herequested an exact percentage obtained on the petition. He pointed out the petitions were signed by those liv- ing in the area, not outsiders or property owners not within that area. Mr. Clyde McAdams, 8116 Adoree Street, asked for the results of people signing the petition. He asked the City Council to consider what they are assessing the people of this particular district. Mr. Norman Nash, 8151 Comolette Avenue, concurred with the speakers in opposition and also asked for the percentage of people signing the petition. Mayor Jennings said after all the input from the audience is complete, he will give the percentage. Betty Goble, 8214 Adoree Avenue, stated her opposition to the Assessment District. Myrtle Rasmussen, 8200 Puritan Avenue, spoke against the Assessment District. Glenda Werle, 8228 Adoree Avenue, stated her opposition. Anna Ridings, 8033 Comolette Avenue, said she is opposed to the alley. Mr. Ed McCracken said he is also opposed to the alley. Mrs. Russell Porter, 8237 Comolette Avenue, stated her opposition. Mrs. Sam Gorman, 8241 Comolette Avenue, suggested if the price were cut in half, people might go along with it. Council Minutes 6/10/74 -2- Betty Poole said she is opposed to the alleys but would like to see the streets improved. Mr. Ken Miller of Cleargrove Drive in Downey questioned if a survey had been made as to the percent of absentee owners that might be in the area. Mr. Spindel replied there are approximately 33 percent absentee owners. Mr. Miller indicated this might be more beneficial on the total community, however, he suggested the Council consider the fact that the City adopted the Utility Users Tax Ordinance which provides for reimbursement of taxes for people unable to pay, and in this case, people on fixed incomes will be asked to incur expenses they cannot afford. Mrs. Larry Davis, 12817-19 Downey Avenue, said she thinks the streets and - curbing should be put in. She mentioned years ago her family donated to the City "Downey Avenue and the alleys", and they were supposed to be maintained as it was in the agreement. Mayor Jennings inquired if there was anyone else who wished to speak in pro- test, and there was no response. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Joseph DiLoreto, and so ordered to close the hearing. Responding to questions regarding percentage of property owners in protest, Mayor Jennings reported the percentages as compiled by date and total property owners in the Assessment District total 53 percent. He reminded the audience that any protests after April 8th are at the discretion of the Council as to whether or not they will be considered. Councilman Walter Temple inquired if all the protests were received prior to the recommendation of the Community Development Director to increase the City's contribution, and Mayor Jennings said yes. Mr. Clyde McAdams, 8116 Adoree Avenue, further expressed his views on the Assessment District protests and costs. Commenting on the three parcels mentioned by Mr. Schmidt of 8048 Cheyenne Avenue, Mr. Spindel said 51 percent of the alley improvements are complete and, therefore, the property owners will be assessed 50 percent of the cost of alley improvements. Councilman DiLoreto asked what the City's contribution will be as compared to the homeowners' contribution. Mr. Spindel replied the City contribution will be $261,500 and the homeowners' contribution will be $148,500; that 62 percent of the total will be the City contribution. It was moved by Councilwoman Hazel Scotto, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and passed by the following vote that the City of Downey contribute the cost of the alley reconstruction, alley approaches, alley approach excavations, engineering for alleys, and incidentals for alleys in addition to that provided in the Resolution of Intention, should the Council decide to vote in favor of the Assessment District. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Temple, DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings Councilwoman Scotto commented on the lower cost to the property owners and the R-2 zoning of the properties. She suggested a motion to take this matter under submission to give those who have heard the new cost an opportunity to remove their names from the protest list before the Council makes a final decision. City Attorney Royal Sorensen said technically the removal of protests follow- ing closing the public hearing would have no effect, and the protests that have been filed, except the three percent, are not legally binding upon the Council in any event. Councilman DiLoreto indicated he is not in favor of postponing this matter. He stated the facts are known, the City's contribution is known, the type of improvements are known,and everyone has had ample opportunity to express their opinions. Council Minutes 6/10/74 -3- In expressing his views, Councilman Temple said he feels the Assessment District effects the entire City, and the City's contribution has been increased with the original assessment being reduced 25 percent. He commented most of the people were concerned with the cost of the improvements, but the costs will go up and not be any less next year. Councilman DiLoreto noted the improvements are obviously needed; there is poor drainage in the area; and it is impossible to sweep the streets because the curbs and paveouts are not in. He commented on how the aesthetic effect of the area will increase the value not only in that particular area but the rest of the City. Councilman Winton pointed out there are a great many people who do not live in this area who will be contributing to this project, and they will benefit less directly than those who do live there. He noted the benefits that will be derived from the improvements. It was moved by Councilwoman Hazel Scotto and seconded by Councilman Donald Winton to continue with the portion of the Resolution that covers the curbs, pave - outs, and streets and eliminate the alleys. AYES: 1 Councilmen: Scotto NOES: 4 Councilmen: Temple, DiLoreto, Winton, Jennings Motion failed. RESOLUTION NO. 2951 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY FINDING THAT THE PUBLIC CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY REQUIRE THE IMPROVEMENT OF ADOREE AVENUE AND OTHER STREETS AND ALLEYS ALL IN THE CITY OF DOWNEY (A.D. 117) The Resolution was 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 moved by Councilman Walter Temple, seconded by Councilman Donald Winton, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 2951. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Temple, DiLoreto, Winton, Jennings NOES: 1 Councilmen: Scotto RESOLUTION NO. 2952 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY OVERRULING PROTESTS (A.D. 117) 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. 2952. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Temple, DiLoreto, Winton, Jennings NOES: 1 Councilmen: Scotto RESOLUTION NO. 2953 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ORDERING WORK TO BE DONE ON ADOREE AVENUE AND OTHER STREETS AND ALLEYS IN ACCORDANCE WITH RESOLUTION OF INTENTION NO. 2914 (A.D. 117) 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. 2953. Council Minutes 6/10/74 -4- .1".M .tt AYES: 4 Councilmen: Temple, DiLoreto, Winton, Jennings e at L NOES: 1 Councilmen: iennsngs lrcrLLo ,� 2-9--7a Mr. Bruce Watson, 7326 Neo Street, Downey, inquired if the City Council had taken into consideration the petition he gave to Mrs. Scotto at the last evening City Council meeting. Mayor Jennings replied the legal protests had to be filed prior to April 8th, and even though the Council had accepted protests after April 8th, a four -fifths vote of the Council overruled the protests. Mayor Richard Jennings declared that this is the time and place for the public hearing on Budget for Fiscal Year 1974-75, which was continued from the regular meeting held on May 28, 1974. He inquired if the City Manager had any further report to render on the proposed Annual Budget, and the City Manager replied he had not. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and so ordered to close the hearing on the Budget for Fiscal Year 1974-75 to 5:30 p.m., June 12, 1974, in the Green Room of the Downey Theatre. Mayor Richard Jennings declared a recess at 8:45 p.m. The meeting resumed at 8:58 p.m. with all Councilmen present. Referring to the Budget for Fiscal Year 1974-75, Mayor Jennings inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak, and there was no response. Mayor Richard Jennings declared that this is the time and place for the public hearing on Amendment to Zoning Ordinance, Section 9114.3 Relating to a New Residential Zone Classification of R1-8500. He inquired if the City Clerk had the Affidavit of Publication, to which the City Clerk responded in the affirmative. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Joseph DiLoreto, and so ordered to receive and file the Affidavit. City Planner William Goggin reported the Planning Commission held a hearing on rezoning the Steere property on Cherokee Drive to R1-7500, which resulted in considerable discussion and decision of the Planning Commission to readvertise for hearing on R1-10,000. He said after that hearing, the Commission recommended there be a new change to the zoning ordinance adding a zone classification of R1-8500, and this has been forwarded to the Council. Slide transparencies were shown to the City Council with the City Manager making the following comments: R1-7500 would allow for 15 lots in the tract, with right-of-way on Quinn Street at 43 feet. R1-8500 would allow for 12 lots in the tract. The lots would be 95 feet in width. R1-10,000 would allow for 9 lots in the tract. Mr. Thompson said the Council, when they consider the zoning for the frontage on Cherokee, the actual zoning of the property could be a different zone than those lots facing on Quinn Street, and there could be a combination of R1-7500 on Cherokee and Rl-8500 on Quinn Street. He further discussed the zoning and lot sizes. For the benefit of the audience, Mayor Jennings said two public hearings are being held: The first one is to establish a residential zone of R1-8500; and the second one is for a zone change on the subject property to RI-8500. He indicated if the first hearing goes down in defeat, there would be no purpose in holding the second hearing. A tract map was displayed showing the lots in the surrounding area to give a better picture of the entire neighborhood in which this tract is situated. Mayor Jennings inquired if the City Clerk had received any correspondence on this matter, and the City Clerk replied he had not. Mayor Jennings inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak in favor of Amendment to the Zoning Ordinance. Council Minutes 6/10/74 -5- Mr. William P. Wilson, 8640 Quinn, Downey, stated he is appearing individually as a property owner and as legal counsel for 41 other property owners in the tract. He reviewed the history of Tract No. 20921 known as Cherokee Estates which, he said, was not built to the R1-5000 zone but more to R1-9500. Mr. Wilson said the undeveloped Steere parcel became interesting to subdividers because of the R1-5000 zone, and by emergency ordinance, the parcel was fixed at R1-7500. He commented on the Planning Commission hearings on this matter and of the property owners' objec- tion to a proposed R1-7500 zone. He stated the evidence supporting their position would be as follows: Of the 74 lots in the Cherokee Estates, the three smallest lots each contain 8500 square feet; the average square footage of the 12 lots surrounding the Steere parcel is 9556. Mr. Wilson commented further on the square footage of properties in the surrounding area and said R1-8500 is nearer to the lot size of the existing development. He reserved the right to rebuttal time. Mr. Thompson reported on the square footage of lots on the north side of Cherokee. Discussion ensued. The following people spoke in favor of Amendment to Zoning Ordinance of New Residential Zone Classification of R1-8500. Dr. Ralph Christensen, 8658 Muller Street Mr. Ben Paige, 8641 Quinn Street Mr. Richard B. Pridham, 10402 Bellman Avenue Mr. Bill Lynch, 8630 Seventh Street Mr. Leland Blair, 8663 Muller Street Mr. Lindt, 8606 Seventh Street Mr. Warren Bauman, 8661 Seventh Street Mr. Murray Ohren, 8618 Seventh Street Mr. Marion B. Edmonds, 8669 Seventh Street Mr. Frank Flynn, 8670 E. Seventh Street Mr. Raymond Harmes, 8676 East Seventh Street Mr. Joe Kortoff, 8524 Seventh Street Mr. Arthur Ohlemacher, 8536 Cherokee Drive Mary Bradshaw, 8645 Muller Street Mr. Nello DiCorpo, 8642 Cherokee Drive Mr. George Lupo, 8525 Quinn Street Mr. Karl Eisbrenner, 10453 Tristan Drive Mrs. W. R. Wilson, 8526 Quinn Street Mr. Harold P. Hogarth, 8605 Seventh Street Rosalea Linder, 8615 Seventh Street Julia Jensen, 8528 Cherokee Drive Mayor Jennings inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak in protest, and there was no response. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and so ordered to close the hearing. ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING SECTION 9114.3 OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE, WHICH SAID SECTION RELATES TO ZONING The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Joseph DiLoreto, seconded by Councilman Donald Winton, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Joseph DiLoreto, seconded by Councilman Donald Winton, and passed by the following vote to introduce the Ordinance. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Temple, DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto NOES: 1 Councilmen: Jennings Mayor Richard Jennings declared that this is the time and place for the public hearing on Zone Change Case No. 122, All of Tract No. 20921 East of Brookshire Avenue and Including 8572 Cherokee Drive. He inquired if the City Clerk had the Affidavit of Publication, to which the City Clerk responded in the affirmative, Council Minutes 6/10/74 -6- It was moved by Councilman Walter Temple, seconded by Councilman Joseph DiLoreto, and so ordered to receive and file the Affidavit. City Planner William Goggin reported on the Planning Commission's approval of Resolution No. 141 recommending the property be zoned R1-8500, which would allow for 12 lots and be comparable to the existing lots in the area within the tract described. Mayor Jennings explained the next move in a public hearing is to ask the audience if they wish to speak in favor or in protest to this zone change. However, he asked the Council if they would agree to accept all of the previous remarks for the amendments to zoning ordinance as they pertain to this case also. The Council concurred. Mayor Jennings inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak to the Zone Change or add any comments to the previous comments, either pro or con. Mr. S. T. Ziler, 7648 Cecilia Street, said as a subdivider and developer he was one of the proponents in getting the Planning Commission to adopt a resolu- tion to the Council. He commended the Council for introducing the Ordinance. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and so ordered to close the hearing. Councilman Winton said he thinks the Council has exhibited versatility to be able to accept within a reasonable area the change and addition, and he will very stringently oppose for spot zoning and development purpose any change because the Council has established a precedent. He stated the precedent here has been established because of the case of a surrounding development, but if a developer were to come in with the same theory in mind and try to fit a dozen homes in a small area, he would stringently oppose it. ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING THE ZONING MAP ADOPTED BY SECTION 9107 OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE (PLANNING RESOLUTION NO. 141, ZONE CHANGE CASE NO. 122) The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Joseph DiLoreto, seconded by Councilman Donald Winton, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Joseph DiLoreto, seconded by Councilman Donald Winton, and passed by the following vote to introduce the Ordinance. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Temple, DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings Dr. Christensen again addressed the Council and expressed his personal gratitude to the Planning Commission for bringing this to light in the residents' behalf. Mayor Richard Jennings declared that this is the time and place for the public hearing on Downey City Lighting District Annexation 74/13 - Rupp Road. He inquired if the City Clerk had the Affidavit of Posting of Notice and Affidavit of Publication, to which the City Clerk responded in the affirmative. It was moved by Councilman Walter Temple, seconded by Councilman Joseph DiLoreto, and so ordered to receive and file the Affidavits. Mayor Jennings inquired if the City Clerk had received any written protests or objections, and the City Clerk replied he had not. Mayor Jennings inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak in protest to the Annexation, and there was no response. It was moved by Councilman Joseph DiLoreto, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and so ordered to close the hearing. Council Minutes 6/10/74 -7- RESOLUTION NO. 2954 ,x. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ORDERING ANNEXATION OF A CERTAIN AREA TO THE DOWNEY CITY LIGHTING DISTRICT AND TO MAINTAIN AND FURNISH ELECTRICAL CURRENT TO THOSE STREET LIGHTING FIXTURES LOCATED ON STREETS AND PUBLIC PLACES WITHIN THAT AREA UNTIL JANUARY 31, 1983 (ANNEXATION 74/13 - RUPP ROAD) 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. 2954. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Temple, DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings Mayor Jennings said there are several hearing items on the agenda; that any- one waiting to speak to a specific item may come forward and address the Council at this time rather than waiting through the hearings. Mr. Leo Hancock, 10929 Little Lake Road, asked if there is anything decisive on the fencing and gates of properties adjacent to the Wilderness Park. Mayor Jennings asked if Mr. Hancock is speaking in favor of both the pedestrian gates and vehicle gates, and Mr. Hancock said yes. Mayor Richard Jennings declared that this is the time and place for the public hearing on Downey Improvement Project No. 647, Sites 1 and 3, North side DePalma Street between Paramount Boulevard and Gurley Avenue. He inquired if the City Clerk had the Affidavit of Posting of Notice and 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 Affidavit. Mayor Jennings inquired if the City Clerk had received any written protests or objections, and the City Clerk replied he had not. Community Development Director Ervin Spindel reported on the cost for improve- ments at the following locations: Site 1 - 8219 DePalma Street Total Cash Assessment $142.70 Interest, 1-year assessment commencing July 11, 1974 3.09 Total amount to be collected $145.79 Site 3 - 11757 Gurlev Avenue Total Cash Assessment $125.12 Interest, 1-year assessment commencing July 11, 1974 2.71 Total amount to be collected $127.83 It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and so ordered to receive and file the Engineer's Report. Mayor Jennings inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak in protest to the improvements, and there was no response. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and so ordered to close the hearing. RESOLUTION NO. 2955 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENT FOR CHAPTER 27 PROCEEDINGS FOR DOWNEY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 647, NORTH SIDE OF DEPALMA STREET BETWEEN PARAMOUNT BOULEVARD AND GURLEY AVENUE 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. Council Minutes 6/10/74 -8- It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 2955. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Temple, DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings Mayor Richard Jennings declared that this is the time and place for the public hearing on Downey Improvement Project No, 648, Sites 1 and 2, South Side DePalma Street between Paramount Boulevard and Downey Avenue. He inquired if the City Clerk had the Affidavit of Posting of Notice and Mailing, to which the City Clerk responded in the affirmative. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Joseph DiLoreto, and so ordered to receive and file the Affidavit. Mayor Jennings inquired if the City Clerk had received any written protests or objections, and the City Clerk replied he had not. Community Development Director Ervin Spindel reported on the cost for im- provements at the following locations: Site 1 - 8246 DePalma Street Site 2 - 11832 Paramount Boulevard Total Cash Assessment $121.70 Total Cash Assessment $1,346.20 Interest, 1-year assessment Interest, 10-year assessment commencing July 11, 1974 2.64 commencing July 11, 1974 483.92 Total amount, to be collected $124.34 Total amount to be collected $1,830.12 It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Joseph DiLoreto, and so ordered to receive and file the Engineer's Report. Mayor Jennings inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak in protest to the improvements, and there was no response. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and so ordered to close the hearing. RESOLUTION NO. 2956 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENT FOR CHAPTER 27 PROCEEDINGS FOR DOWNEY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 648, SOUTH SIDE OF DEPALMA STREET BETWEEN PARAMOUNT BOULEVARD AND DOWNEY AVENUE 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. 2956. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Temple, DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings Mayor Richard Jennings declared that this is the time and place for the public hearing on Downey Improvement Project No. 649, Site 1, East Side Paramount Boulevard between Stewart and Gray Road and DePalma Street. He inquired if the City Clerk had the Affidavit of Posting of Notice and 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 Affidavit. Mayor Jennings inquired if the City Clerk had received any written protests or objections, and the City Clerk replied he had not. Community Development Director Ervin Spindel reported on the cost for improve- ments at the following location: Site 1 - 11832 Paramount Boulevard: Total Cash Assessment, $1,058.40; Interest for 10-year assessment commencing July 11, 1974, $380.46; Total amount to be collected, $1,438.86. Council Minutes 6/10/74 -9- r �vaa� It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and so ordered to receive and file the Engineer's Report. Mayor Jennings inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak in protest to the improvements, and there was no response. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and so ordered to close the hearing. RESOLUTION NO. 2957 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENT FOR CHAPTER 27 PROCEEDINGS FOR DOWNEY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 649, EAST SIDE OF PARAMOUNT BOULEVARD BETWEEN DEPALMA STREET AND STEWART AND GRAY ROAD 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. 2957. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Temple, DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings Mayor Richard Jennings declared that this is the time and place for the public hearing on Downey Improvement Project No. 652, South side Brookmill Road between Rives Avenue and Mnrn4,a 4vanno Community Development Director Ervin Spindel informed the Council that subsequent to setting this on the agenda, the property owner came in and placed a deposit for the construction. He said he does not believe it will be necessary to go on with this hearing. The hearing was removed from the agenda. Mayor Richard Jennings declared that this is the time and place for the public hearing on Downey Improvement Project No 646 Sites 1 thru 7 South side of Stewart and Gray Road between Old River School Road and Susan Avenue. He in- quired if the City Clerk had the Affidavit of Posting of Notice and Mailing, to which the City Clerk responded in the affirmative. It was moved by Councilman Walter Temple, seconded by Councilman Donald Winton, and so ordered to receive and file the Affidavit. Mayor Jennings inquired if the City Clerk had received any written protests or objections, and the City Clerk replied he had not. Community Development Director Ervin Spindel reported on the cost for improve- ments at the following locations: Site 1 - 7344 Stewart & Gray Road Site 2 - 7338 Stewart d Gray Road Total Cash Assessment $329.73 Total Cash Assessment $525.03 Interest, 3-year assessment Interest, 3-year assessment commencing July 11, 1974 30.12 commencing July 11, 1974 47.94 Total amount to be collected $359.85 Total amount to be collected $572.97 Site 3 - 7326 Stewart d Gray Road Site 4 — 7320.Stewart &-Gray Road Total Cash Assessment $316.53 Total Cash Assessment $322.53 Interest, 3-year assessment Interest, 3-year assessment commencing July 11, 1974 28.89 commencing July 11, 1974 29.46 Total amount to be collected $345.42 Total amount to be collected $351.99 Council Minutes 6/10/74 -10- Site 5 - 7314 Stewart & Gray Road Site 6 - 7308 Stewart & Gray Road Total Cash Assessment $310.00 Total Cash Assessment $350.50 Interest, 3-year assessment Interest, 3-year assessment commencing July 11, 1974 28.31 commencing July 11, 1974 32.00 Total amount to be collected $338.31 Total amount to be collected $382.50 Site 7 - 7302 Stewart & Gray Road Total Cash Assessment $327.33 Interest, 3-year assessment commencing July 11, 1974 29.88 Total amount to be collected $357.21 It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Joseph DiLoreto, and so ordered to receive and file the Engineer's Report. Mayor Jennings inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak in protest to the improvements, and there was no response. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilwoman Hazel Scotto, and so ordered to close the hearing. RESOLUTION NO. 2958 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENT FOR CHAPTER 27 PROCEEDINGS FOR DOWNEY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 646, SITES 1 THRU 7, SOUTH SIDE OF STEWART AND GRAY ROAD BETWEEN OLD RIVER SCHOOL ROAD AND SUSAN AVENUE 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 so ordered to adopt Resolution No..29.58. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Temple, DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings It was moved by Councilman Joseph DiLoreto, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and passed by the following vote to approve the Minutes of the City Council Meeting of May 13, 1974. AYES: 4 Councilmen: Temple, DiLoreto, Scotto, Jennings ABSTAIN: 1 Councilmen: Winton Communication from Rapid Transit District regarding Transit Progress Month. Ordered filed. Communication from American Cancer Society regarding Appreciation for Assistance in recent Bike -A -Thou to Police, Fire and Parks Departments. Ordered filed. Communication from American Cancer Society regarding Appreciation for Assistance in recent Bike -A -Thou, Parks & Recreation Department. Ordered filed. Communication from American Cancer Society regarding Appreciation for Assistance in recent Bike -A -Thou, Police Department. Ordered filed. Communication from Councilman Walter Temple regarding Appointment of Mr. Vincent Capizzi to the Health and Sanitation Committee. Ordered filed. LEGAL CLAIMS (for information only) Ref. #177, Joy A. Hanna Ref. #181, Velma Funk Ref. #178, Leslie F. Spencer Ref. #182, Vernon Lloyd Parkerson Ref. #179, Gladys Reusch Ref. #183, State Farm Insurance Ref. #180, Leonard Niemi (for Joe Cunningham) Council Minutes 6/10/74 -11- LEGAL CLAIMS (for Council action)�iad Ref. #168, Automobile Club (Albert & Jennie Koenig) Ref. #169, Allstate Insurance (Raymond Wagner) It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and passed by the following vote to accept the claims of Automobile Club and Allstate Insurance, as recommended by the carrier. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Temple, DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATIVE TO ONE-HALF FEE DOG LICENSES 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 Walter Temple, and passed by the following vote to introduce the Ordinance. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Temple, DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings RESOLUTION NO. 2959 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 (SELECT SYSTEM PROJECT NO. 286) MISCELLANEOUS TRANSFER DRAIN NO. 526, IN THE CITY OF DOWNEY, FOR FUTURE OPERATION, MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND IMPROVEMENT, AND AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER AND CONVEYANCE THEREOF 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. 2959. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Temple, DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings RESOLUTION NO. 2960 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY REQUESTING AN ALLOCATION OF COUNTY AID TO CITIES FUNDS FOR THE MAINTENANCE OF SELECT SYSTEM STREETS 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. 2960. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Temple, DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings RESOLUTION NO. 2961 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING LEAVE POLICY 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. Council Minutes 6/10/74 -12- It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 2961. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Temple, DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and passed by the following vote to approve General Warrants #31420 - 31588, $261,718.68; and #31589 - 31693, $256,296.49. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Temple, DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings Following a summation of bids, it was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and passed by the following vote to award Cash Contract #SS-268 Florence Avenue Fairford Avenue and Dollison Drive, in the amount of the unit prices bid, to Griffith Company of Long Beach, the lowest and best bidder, and to reject all other bids. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Temple, DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilwoman Hazel Scotto, and passed by the following vote to accept the improvements completed in conjunction with Cash Contract #SS-257 Unit II - Cash Contract #SS-287, Stewart and Gray Road, from Paramount Boulevard to Salford Avenue, and accept the responsibility for maintenance thereof. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Temple, DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and passed by the following vote to approve plans and specifications and grant authority to advertise for bids on Cash Contract #349 Adoree Avenue - Storm Drain, subject to approval of plans and specifications from the Los Angeles County Flood Control District. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Temple, DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings Report on Comparison of Water Rates. Presented for information only. Mayor Richard Jennings commented on the proposed increase in rates of Park Water Company and Southern California Water Company. He called for a study of the Downey City Water Company rates to determine whether they should be raised commen- surate with Park Water Company. Councilman Joseph DiLoreto inquired if this information has been submitted to the Water Board. Community Development Director Ervin Spindel said it will be submitted to the Water Board at its meeting next week. City Manager Charles Thompson pointed out there is a review of the Water Department at budget time each year. Councilwoman Hazel Scotto indicated it appears the rate drops as usage increases, and she is interested in conserving energy. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and passed by the following vote to confirm the assessment of sewer connection fees on Cash Contract #SS-287/257, Stewart and Gray Road - Sewer Main. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Temple, DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and passed by the following vote to approve the retention of the firm of Envicom of Encino, California, to prepare the Seismic Safety Element of the General Plan. Mayor Richard Jennings raised questions regarding whether the seismic element will require an ordinance or a change in the building code. He further inquired if the $6,000 will cover changes in the building code. Community Development Director Ervin Spindel said this part of the report will be recommendations as to whether the City needs any changes in the building code within the zoning ordinance. He indicated the amount will cover the con- sultant's recommendations for the changes. Council Minutes 6/10/74 -13- /i E"""-^d ✓A Discussion followed. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Temple, DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and passed by the following vote to approve the retention of the firm of Olson Laboratories, Inc., to prepare the Noise Element of the General Plan. Mayor Richard Jennings raised questions regarding the necessity for using the same type of instrument as the consultants will use to establish and enforce the ambient noise level. Discussion followed. Mayor Jennings pointed out the theory is for the City to establish ambient noise Levels and then go out with its instrument, and if the noise is above the ambient level, it is in violation of the ordinance. Building Official Ray Lake commented initial studies by any company will be made with instruments which are calibrated to standards set by the U.S. Government, and regardless of the make of the instrument, as long as the instrument is cali- brated before and after, all of the results will be acceptable. He said any instrument the City uses, as long as it has the calibration, will be found to meet these particular standards. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Temple, DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings Workmen's Compensation Insurance Report City Manager Charles Thompson said when this matter was taken under submission at the last Council meeting, one of the questions raised was whether or not the Workmen's Compensation State Fund would take the City back under the Fund in case it wanted to go back after a period of self-insurance. He advised the answer is yes --it is a matter of application to the State Fund for re-entry under the State Fund. Responding to another question raised at the last meeting, Mr. Thompson stated on a self-insurance basis the City would be handling the claims directly. In regard to the claims administration, he said some contacts have been made. Finance Director Richard Patton advised at 5:00 p.m. this evening, two pro- posals were received in regard to the claims administration, and he has not had an opportunity to review them. Councilman Donald Winton suggested this matter be placed on the agenda for consideration at the June 12th adjourned meeting. City Attorney Royal Sorensen indicated an adjourned meeting is the same as any regular meeting, and the Council can discuss any item. In relation to the excess re -insurance, Mr. Patton informed the Council the City has only received one proposal at this time. He suggested at the June 12th meeting he could bring to the Council a recommendation regarding the claims administration, and then the excess re -insurance could be presented at the next regular meeting. This matter was taken under submission to June 12th. It was moved by Councilman Walter Temple and seconded by Councilman Donald Winton to approve the Low bid by Aeroline Fence Company, Alhambra, in the amount of $5,570 on Project Contract 187, Fencing and Gates - Wilderness Park. Mayor Richard Jennings commented on his previous request to receive a copy of the previous Council Minutes showing where it was approved to allow vehicle and pedestrian gates into Wilderness Park. City Manager Charles Thompson said he does not know of any direct Council action to approve of vehicular activity other than the bidding that was brought in on the fencing. Council Minutes 6/10/74 -14- Mayor Jennings questioned the possible City Liability in permitting vehicles to ingress and egress to Wilderness Park from private property. Discussion followed regarding the purpose of the ingress and egress. Mayor Jennings said the people have been using the ingress and egress illegally without prescriptive rights, and now the City is giving them rights to use it by putting in a gate. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton to withdraw his section to the motion to approve. He said he would like to take this matter under submission. (See later motion.) Councilman Joseph DiLoreto stated his initial concern is that it is a park, not a storage area, and he noted a yard has been used for years for parking a commercial vehicle. The said the potential liability of the City is there, and approval would be giving people a roadway through a publicly -owned park. City Attorney Royal Sorensen explained it is his understanding the area in question is an area which is going to be used by vehicles, in any event, and vehicles which will be carrying people in to use the park. He said the additional use, as he understands it, is if the fence is put up and gates are allowed, people will be allowed to use those gates to drive from an already existing roadway or parking area onto their private property, and by the same token to exit from their property into that park area. Mr. Sorensen stated he does not know whether this would increase the use of that area significantly, however, the houses exist, the properties exist, and the roadways exist whether a fence is put there or not, and he cannot say it either would or would not increase the City's liability. He indi- cated if it is an incidental use that it is going to change the character or use of that parking roadway enough to create any liability. He said possibly the City could be accused for not properly policing the area, and this could happen in just the parking area. Mr. Thompson commented if there is a commercial vehicle parking in back of one of the yards, it is being used in a commercial way, which is a zoning violation. He further stated the roadway was intended for the people to be able to use it with the gates being locked and a key being kept by a caretaker at the Nature Museum. Further discussion ensued. On the advice of the City Attorney relative to the liability factor, it was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilwoman Hazel Scotto, and passed by the following vote to approve the low bid by Aeroline Fence Company, Alhambra, in the amount of $5,570 on Project Contract 187, Fencing and Gates - Wilderness Park. AYES: 3 Councilmen: Temple, Winton, Scotto NOES: 2 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Jennings It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilwoman Hazel Scotto, and passed by the following vote to grant permission to contract for the purchase of Library Books from the brokerage firm of Bro-Dart, Inc., of Williamsport, Pennsylvania, based on discounts offered and pre -payment of shipping charges as per Bid No. 7051 - Library Books for Fiscal Year 1974-75. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Temple, DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings Request for Building Permit in conformance with Interim Ordinance No 440 for the Construction of Apartments on the Southeast Corner of Telegraph Road and Serapis Avenue Responding to questions, City Planner William Coggin said this leaves an R-1 strip of land along the south side of the development. Further, he said, this meets all of the requirements of the Apartment House Committee and provides guest parking of five -to -one. Mr. Coggin advised that the applicant has agreed to drop the access on the most westerly driveway on Telegraph, and so there will only be one access onto Telegraph Road. It was moved by Councilman Joseph DiLoreto, seconded by Councilman Donald Winton, and passed by the following vote to approve Request for Building Permit in conformance with Interim Ordinance No. 440 for the Construction of Apartments on the Southeast Corner of Telegraph Road and Serapis Avenue. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Temple, DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings Council Minutes 6/10/74 -15- CITY MANAGER'S REPORT The City Manager Report file contained Sales Tax Analysis -- Filed. City Manager Charles Thompson reported on a previous request for approval of the change in Base Liability Insurance Coverage for Fiscal Year 1974-75. Finance Director Richard Patton explained on May 6th, it was learned that Chubb/Pacific Indemnity Group was withdrawing from writing municipal corporate liability insurance in the State of California. He said Chubb/Pacific at this time is writing 70 percent of the municipalities in the State, and because he anticipated problems in securing insurance, he instructed the City's present broker, Nash Insurance Agency, to go to the Gulf Insurance Group, who is the second largest writer of municipal insurance in the State. Mr. Patton stated Nash Insurance did return with a proposal and solicited eleven additional pro- posals; that the only group responding to the entire package was Insurance Company of the Pacific, which is one of the Gulf Insurance Group companies. Mr. Patton briefly commented on the other proposals received. He said because of the shortness of time and uncertainties of securing liability insurance for the City as of July 1, 1974, he recommended the Council approve entering into securing Base Comprehensive General Liability Insurance, which is identical to the present public indemnity policy, with Insurance Company of the Pacific for an annual premium of $76,133, effective July 1, 1974. He noted Insurance Company of the Pacific is a 5-A rated company, which is the highest rating an insurance company can receive. Discussion followed regarding increased premium costs and the limited number of insurance carriers that will write municipal coverage. Mr. Thompson said the League of California Cities points to indications of the State possibly forming a self-insurance participation program for cities feeling the effect of high premiums and less insurance carriers. It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and passed by the following vote to approve policy coverage as recommended by the Director of Finance and as reported by the City Manager. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Temple, DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Mr. Bruce Watson, 7326 Neo Street, Downey, commented on Assessment District No. 117 improvement project. Councilman Walter Temple commented on a review of the City Budget by Councilwoman Scotto and himself. He said a letter will be forthcoming to the Council with Budget report prior to June 12th Budget study session. In discussing the Summer Recreation Program for Citizens, Councilman Joseph DiLoreto suggested the hours of registration for such programs be scheduled during evenings. Councilman Donald Winton appointed Mrs. Betty Rupp to the Health & Sanitation Committee to represent District One. Councilwoman Hazel Scotto mentioned how the new Communicator edition was very nice and informative. Councilwoman Scotto and the Director of Community Development discussed the current status of the Bike Route Maps. Councilwoman Scotto suggested exploring the possibility of using Freeway Open Space Areas for growing of produce, Mr. Bruce Watson, 7326 Neo Street, addressed the City Council and suggested possible means of improving delivery of the Communicator to apartment buildings. He said the Postal Department should insert the Communicator into each mail slot instead of leaving all papers in the open tray below the mailbox facility. Council Minutes 6/10/74 -16- Mayor Richard Jennings reported the Second Century Foundation is now starting work on the Bi-Centennial Program and has requested $1,500 in the coming 1974-75 budget. It was moved by Mayor Richard Jennings, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and passed by the following vote to appropriate $1,500 from the Special Projects Fund for the Second Century Foundation Bi-Centennial Program. AYES: 5 Councilmen: Temple, DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings Councilman Temple stated he was appointed to be liaison between the City Council and the Second Century Foundation for the Bi-Centennial purposes, and he asked that he be included on the appropriate mailing list. Councilwoman Hazel Scotto reported on RID hearing regarding"140-mile line haul'.' It was moved by Councilman Donald Winton, seconded by Councilman Walter Temple, and so ordered to adjourn the Council Meeting at 11:03 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 12, 1974, in the Green Room of the Downey Theatre. Kober L. ShaYid, City Clerk -Treasurer Richard M. Jenning , Mayor Council Minutes 6/10/74 -17-