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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-10-22-74-Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY OCTOBER 22, 1974 T A B L E O F M I N U T E SUBJECT: Removal of Items from Consent Calendar C T I 0 N ACTION: PAGE NO. 1 Minutes, Adjourned Meeting, October 10, 1974 Approved 1 Agenda Correspondence Item Approved 1 Legal Claim (for information only) Ref. #203, John Thomas Balough Approved 1 Denial of Legal Claims Ref. #193, John Lamont Bayhi Ref. #194-197, Vincent Polakowski, et al Approved 1 Cash Contract #SS-297, Firestone & Old River School Rd. - Plans, specs, & auth. to advertise Approved 1 Cash Contract #364, Misc. Repairs - Specs & auth. to advertise Approved 1 General Warrants #1342.54 - 134283 #201108 - 201130 Approved 1 Resolution #3037, Prohibiting Parking Once Wk. N/s Stewart & Gray from Pernell approx. 550' to West City Limits for Street Cleaning Adopted 2 Resolution #3038, Apprvg. Parking Restr. N/s Third St. bet. Dolan & Brookshire & Rescinding all prior parking control Resolutions in this area Adopted 2 Resolution #3039, Prohibiting Parking Once Wk. B/sides Eastbrook Ave. bet. Washburn & Spry for Street Cleaning Adopted 2 Resolution #3040, Urging Congress of U.S. to amend Disaster Relief Act to include Assistance for Local Federal -Aid Highway Systems Adopted 2 Resolution #3043, Changing Regular Meeting Time of Personnel Advisory Bd. Adopted 2 Comm. from The Sessler Co. re Home -Refuse Referred to Health & Separation Program Sanitation Committee 2 Handling of Legal Claims - Policy to deny all claims as received & refer to insurance carrier for negotiation or settlement depending on liability Approved 3 Resolution req. Revisions in FHWA/UMTA Draft Guidelines for Transp. Dev. Prgm. Taken under submission 3 Tract #31734, Florence & Haledon - Set Park fee Approved 3 Resolution #3041, Apprvg. Final Subdiv. Map of Tr #31734 Florence & Haledon Adopted 3 Page 1 of 3 COUNCIL MINUTES, OCTOBER 22, 1974 TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS SUBJECT: ACTION: Resolution #3042, Consenting to Est. of portion of Florence Ave. within City as Part of System of Hwys. of County Adopted Ordinance Amending Sec. 6507.6 & Sec. 6506 DMC re Dance Floors Re -introduced Ordinance Amending Sec. 4103.1 DMC re Dispensing of Alcoholic Beverages in Certain Public Places Failed Resolution #3044, Det. Surplus of Funds in AD #10 (Klondike Ave. & other streets) & that surplus be used for maint. of streets in AD in accord. w/provisions of Streets & Hwys. Code of State Adopted Resolution #3045, Det. Surplus of Funds in AD #69 (Brookshire Ave. & other streets) & that surplus be used for maint. of streets in AD in accord. w/provisions of Streets & Hwys. Code of State Adopted Resolution #3046, of Int. to Approve Amndmt. to Contract bet. Bd. Admin. of PERS & City Council Adopted Resolution #3047, of Int. to Approve Amndmt. to Contract bet. Bd. Admin. of PERS & City Council Adopted Resolution 03048, of Int. to Approve Amndmt. to Contract bet. Bd. Admin. of PERS & City Council Adopted CC #342, Alley E/o Western bet. 6th & 7th - Award of contract Approved CC #363, Lakewood B1. N/o Alameda, Center Island modif. - Award of contract Approved CC #353, Annual Sidewalk Contract - Accept imprvmts & assess 1iq. damages Approved Sidewalk Matching Funds - Approve M.F. #308 - 317 & Deny M.F.0318 & 319 Approved Plan of Downey Comm. Hospital for Dev. of Surgicenter Approved as proposed Resolution #3049, Expressing Opposition. to County Proposition A on Nov. 4 Ballot Adopted Resolution #3050, Decl. Need for Housing Auth. in City & Decl. Council to be Commissioners & Designated a Chairman. Adopted Req. for Apptmt. of Principal Planner in Dept. of Community Dev. Approved Police Dept. Req. for 3 Adel. Detectives - Possibility of accptnc. of recmmdtm. of Chief. @ Budget session & by City Mgr. @ this date, to be cons. after review of Fund Reserve as of Jan, 1, 1975 Approved Page 2 of 3 PAGE NO. 4 4 5 5 5 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 7 7 7 8 r COUNCIL MINUTES, OCTOBER 22, 1974 TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS C LTV TV OM Water Feasibility Study - Initiate negotiations w/one or more companies to make recmmndtn. re required under Phase 2 105 Freeway - Staff to prepare proposed Bill to be presented to candidates for Federal & State Houses & State Senator to help in State Measure; that it be in the Houses opening day of session & in committee to delete that portion of the Freeway through City of Downey Downtown Christmas Lighting Program Page 3 of 3 ACTION: Approved Approved Discussion PAGE NO. 0 W 10 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL bUo. a OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY OCTOBER 22, 1974 The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 8:00 a.m., October 22, 1974, in the Council Chambers of the Downey City Hall, Mayor Richard M. Jennings presiding. PRESENT: Councilmen: Joseph E. DiLoreto, Donald H, Winton, Hazel N. Scotto, Richard M. Jennings ABSENT: Councilmen: Walter S. Temple 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 Loren D. Morgan, Police Chief Edwin H. Wood, Fire Chief Ray Lake, Building Official Harald J. Henriksen., City Engineer William Harper, Theatre Manager Michael McNeil, Associate Planner Jeanne Cook, Deputy City Clerk Judy McDonnell, Executive Secretary Councilman Temple was on excused absence from the meeting, The Invocation was delivered by Bill Embree, Associate Pastor, Christ Lutheran Church, followed by the Flag Salute led by Councilman Winton. Removal of Items from Consent Calendar Mayor Jennings requested the Resolution Approving Final Subdivision Map of Tract No. 31734, Florence Avenue and Haledon Avenue, be removed from. the Consent Calendar inasmuch as the Council must set Park Fees. Councilwoman. Scotto requested the following items be removed from the Consent Calendar: Communication from The Sessler Co, regarding Home Refuse Separation Program. Resolution requesting Revision of FHWA/UMTA Draft Guidelines for Administration of Urban Funds. Resolution declaring Portion of Florence Avenue in Cities of Downey and Bell Gardens to be Part of County System of Highways. Mayor Jennings inquired if there was anyone present who wished to have an item removed from the Consent Calendar or discuss a particular item, and there was no response. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman DiLoreto, and passed by the following vote to approve the remaining Consent Calendar: Minutes of the Regular Adjourned City Council Meeting of October 10, 1974. Communication from Southern California Gas Co. regarding Amendment to Application for Increase in. Revenues (Appl. #55117). Legal Claim of John Thomas Balough, Ref. #203 - For information only. Denial of Legal Claims: John Lamont Bayhi, Ref. #193; and Vincent Polakowski. et al. Ref. #194 - 197. Cash Contract #SS-297Firestone Boulevard and Old River School Road - Plans, specifications, and grant authority to advertise for bids. Cash Contract #364, Miscellaneous Repairs - Specifications and grant authority to advertise for bids. General Warrants #134254 _ 134383 and #201108 - 201130, $191,317.77. Council Minutes 10/22/74 -1- RESOLUTION NO. 3037 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY PROHIBITING PARKING AT CERTAIN TIMES ONCE EACH WEEK ON THE NORTH SIDE OF STEWART AND GRAY ROAD FROM PERNELL AVENUE APPROXIMATELY 550 FEET TO THE WEST CITY LIMITS FOR STREET CLEANING RESOLUTION NO. 3038 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING PARKING RESTRICTIONS ON THE NORTH SIDE OF THIRD STREET BETWEEN DOLAN AVENUE AND BROOKSHIRE AVENUE — AND RESCINDING ALL PRIOR PARKING CONTROL RESOLUTIONS IN THIS AREA RESOLUTION NO. 3039 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY PROHIBITING PARKING AT CERTAIN TIMES ONCE EACH WEEK ON BOTH SIDES OF EASTBROOK AVENUE BETWEEN WASHBURN ROAD AND SPRY AVENUE FOR STREET CLEANING RESOLUTION NO. 3040 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY URGING THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES TO AMEND THE DISASTER RELIEF ACT TO INCLUDE ASSISTANCE FOR LOCAL FEDERAL -AID HIGHWAY SYSTEMS RESOLUTION NO. 3043 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY CHANGING THE REGULAR MEETING TIME OF THE PERSONNEL ADVISORY BOARD AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings ABSENT: I Councilmen: Temple Communication from The Sessler Company regarding Home -Refuse Separation Program. Councilwoman Scotto introduced Mr. Millard Rosing of the Sessler Company and said if there are no questions from the Council, she would like to move that this matter be referred to Staff for their recommendations. Councilman DiLoreto suggested this should be reviewed by the Sanitation Committee. Councilman Winton asked if the pickup is proposed for once a month. Mr. Rosing said yes. Also, he stated, it is assumed by statistics that one or two containers would store the material, and this was clearly explained to the citizens involved in the survey. When asked how the figure of $15 per ton was arrived at, Mr. Rosing said although that figure was estimated, no one knows for sure how much the hauler would pick up and, therefore, that is why a trial program is being recommended. However, he stated, this could be renegotiated during the trial period if necessary. Mr. Rosing pointed out if the City decides to go into this program and cannot find anyone to do the pickup and hauling, his company, as well as other industry, would help get this program started. Mr. George Lawrence of The Sessler Company assisted in answering questions of the City Council. Councilwoman Scotto spoke in favor of the program. Discussion followed. Mr. Rosing noted the City will not get involved from a monetary standpoint of expending any money for this particular program. He asked the Council to go along with the program and stated he feels this should go to a committee before it comes back to the Council. Mr. Lawrence, who conducted the survey, was cautioned against quoting the Council as giving approval of the survey, when in fact the Council did not give such approval. Council Minutes 10/22/74 -2- Mr. Bill Matters, 9247 Cord Avenue, Downey, explained that the Downey Elks Pitch -in Crew originally asked for exclusive rights to pick up recyclable material at the curbside. He commented on his negotiations with Mr. Lawrence; their con- tacts with people in the community on this program; various meetings held; and said the program has gone around him, Councilwoman Scotto extended her appreciation to Mr. Matters for everything he has done and stated this program would not have been started without his work. Mayor Jennings suggested Mr. Matters appear before the Sanitation Committee with a project and concrete evidence to consummate this project and tell them. he wants to do it. Mayor Jennings discussed the Handling of Legal Claims and suggested the Council resume the procedure of automatically denying all claims as they are pre- sented and forwarding them to the insurance carrier in order to give the citizens more prompt action on their claims. Councilman Winton concurred, He pointed out that the procedure of denying a claim and forwarding it to the insurance carrier is so that it can be handled directly by the carrier. Councilman DiLoreto said the carrier exercises full discretion on the question of liability. Councilwoman Scotto voiced opposition to the procedure of automatic denial, particularly when there is a question of liability on the part of the City. During discussion, it was suggested that a proposed draft revising the denial letter be prepared and presented to Council. It was moved by Councilman DiLoreto, seconded by Councilman Winton, and passed by the following vote that the City Council, as a matter of policy, deny all claims as they are received and refer them to the insurance carrier for negotiation or settlement, depending upon the question of liability determined by the carrier. AYES: 3 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Winton., Jennings NOES: 1 Councilmen: Scotto ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple Resolution Requesting Revisions in. the FHWA/UMTA Draft Guidelines for a. Transportation Development Program Discussion followed regarding the League of California. Cities' position on this matter. Councilwoman Scotto indicated she would prefer to wait until the matter is discussed at the League Conference. Taken under submission„ It was moved by Councilman DiLoreto, seconded by Councilman Winton., and passed by the following vote to set $175 Park Fee for Tract No. 31734, Florence Avenue and Haledon Avenue. AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple RESOLUTION NO. 30Ll A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THE FINAL SUBDIVISION MAP OF TRACT NO. 31734 FLORENCE AVENUE AND HALEDON AVENUE The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman DiLoreto, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman DiLoreto, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No, 3041. AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple Council Minutes 10/22/74 -3- RESOLUTION NO. 3042 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY CONSENTING TO ESTABLISHMENT OF A PORTION OF FLORENCE AVENUE WITHIN SAID CITY AS A PART OF THE SYSTEM OF HIGHWAYS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES A discussion was held regarding the findings of the negative Environmental Impact Declaration pertaining to the noise level. It was pointed out that the noise level will increase whether or not the bridge is widened. The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman DiLoreto, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman DiLoreto, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 3042. AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings ABSENT: 1 Councilmen.: Temple ORDINANCE NO, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING SECTION 6507.6 AND SECTION 6506 OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE, WHICH SAID SECTIONS RELATE TO DANCE FLOORS Presented for re -introduction. Councilman. DiLoreto noted there was an error in the way the Ordinance was written. The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman DiLoreto, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman DiLoreto, and passed by the following vote to re -introduce the Ordinance. AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING SECTION 4103.1 OF THE. DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE, WHICH SAID SECTION RELATES TO THE DISPENSING OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES IN CERTAIN PUBLIC PLACES Presented for adoption. Mayor Jennings inquired if the Deputy City Clerk has on file the petitions in opposition to the serving of alcoholic beverages in the Downey Theatre. The Deputy City Clerk replied yes. Mayor Jennings inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak in opposition to the Ordinance prior to final adoption, and the following people addressed the City Council: Mrs. Mary Hollis Robertson, 8344 Alameda Street Mr. Richard Mittleman, 13434 Barlin Avenue Mr. Bob Pratt, 7620 Irwingrove Drive Mr. Giles D. Hollis, 8344 Alameda Street Mayor Jennings noted the petitions contain 289 signatures in opposition to the adoption of this Ordinance. Councilman Winton stated the Council is considering this Ordinance at the repeated request of groups in the City asking for the privilege and benefit of exercising their rights of having a drink of champagne or wine at a municipal facility if they so desired. He said consideration of this Ordinance is a pro- cedure whereby the Ordinance was brought to the City Council for introduction and Council Minutes 10/22/74 -4- input from the general citizenry, and it is his opinion at the present time that those opposed to the Ordinance far outweigh those in favor. He indicated he will oppose adoption of the Ordinance. The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman DiLoreto, seconded by Councilman Winton, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman DiLoreto and seconded by Councilwoman Scotto to adopt the Ordinance, Councilman DiLoreto pointed out this is only going to be tried on a one-year basis and will be exercised on an isolated basis, He said he is not aware of any problems with the serving of alcoholic beverages at the Golf Course. Councilwoman Scotto said she does not think the City should provide for such service. AYES: 2 Councilmen: NOES: 2 Councilmen: ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Ordinance failed. DiLoreto, Jennings Winton, Scotto Temple RESOLUTION NO, 3044 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DETERMINING THAT A SURPLUS OF FUNDS EXISTS IN ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 10 (KLONDIKE AVENUE AND OTHER STREETS) AND THAT SAME SURPLUS BE USED FOR MAINTENANCE OF STREETS IN THE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF THE STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman DiLoreto, and so ordered to waive further reading, It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No, 3044. AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple RESOLUTION NO. 3045 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DETERMINING THAT A SURPLUS OF FUNDS EXIST IN ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 64 (BROOKSHIRE AVENUE AND OTHER STREETS) AND THAT SAME SURPLUS BE USED FOR MAINTENANCE OF STREETS IN THE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF THE STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman DiLoreto, and so ordered to waive further reading, It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman DiLoreto, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 3045. AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple RESOLUTION NO. 3046 RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM AND THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and so ordered to waive further reading. Council Minutes 10/22/74 -5- It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 3046„ AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple RESOLUTION N0, 3047 RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEES° RETIREMENT SYSTEM AND THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNE'Y The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 3047„ AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple RESOLUTION NO. 3048 RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM AND THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY 0'F DOWNEY' The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and so ordered to waive further reading, It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No, 3048, AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple Following a summation of bids, it was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman DiLoreto, and passed by the following vote to award. Cash. Contract #342, Alley east of Western Avenue between 6th and 7th Streets, in the amount of the unit prices bid, to Sully -Miller Contracting Company of Long Beac.b, the lowest and best bidder, and reject all other bids. AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple Following a summation of bids, it was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by the following vote to award Cash Contract #363, Lakewood Boulevard North of Alameda Street - Center Island Modification, in. the amount of the unit prices bid, to Sully -Miller Contracting Company of Long Beach, the lowest and best bidder, and reject all other bids. AYES: 4 Councilmen.: DiLoreto, Winton., Scotto, Jennings ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by the following vote to accept the improvements completed and assess liquidated damages in the amount of $540 for Work Order No. 1 of Cash Contract #353, Annual Sidewalk Contract„ AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple It was moved by Councilman DiLoreto, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by the following vote to approve Sidewalk Matching Funds in the amount of $1,859.00 and deny Matching Funds for M.F. Nos. 318 and 319, at the following locations: Council Minutes 10/22/74 -6- M.F. No. Address Estimated City Cost 308 9105 Foster Road $ 83.00 309 9627 Downey Avenue 104.00 310 9631 Downey Avenue 104.00 311 7802 Springer Street 575.00 312 9114 Birdvale Drive 79.00 313 12943 Kipway Drive 89.00 314 7032 Luxor Street 184.00 315 11022 Ryerson Avenue 140.00 316 11032 Ryerson Avenue 140.00 317 12902 Gneiss Avenue 361.00 318 8136 Stewart & Gray Road 150.00 319 8142 Stewart & Gray Road 242.00 Total Estimated City Cost $2,251.00 AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple City Manager Thompson presented for Council consideration. a Plan of the Downey Community Hospital for Development of a Surgicenter. He commented on the function of the proposed surgicenter and said this project is incorporated into the long-range planning of the development of the Hospital, which has gone through all of the various committee structure of the Hospital. It was moved by Councilman Winton, .seconded by Councilman. DiLoreto, and passed by the following vote to approve the Surgicenter Concept of the Downey Community Hospital as proposed to the City Council. Discussion followed, AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple Mayor Jennings introduced former Councilman, Giles Hollis and Mrs. Mary Morton, wife of former Mayor and Councilman Thomas, Morton. RESOLUTION N0. 3049 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY EXPRESSING OPPOSITION TO THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY" PROPOSITION A ON THE NOVEMBER 1974 BALLOT The Resolution was read by title only, It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman DiLoreto, and so ordered to waive further reading. Councilman DiLoreto stated his opposition, to Proposition. A. It was moved by Councilman DiLoreto, seconded by Councilman Winton., and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution. No. 3049. AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple RESOLUTION NO. 3050 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DECLARING THE NEED FOR A HOUSING AUTHORITY IN THE CITY OF -- DOWNEY AND DECLARING THE CITY COUNCIL OF CITY TO BE COMMISSIONERS OF THE HOUSING AUTHORITY AND DESIGNATED A CHAIRMAN FOR THE AUTHORITY The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman DiLoreto, seconded by Councilman Winton, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman DiLoreto, seconded by Councilman Winton, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 3050. AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple Council Minutes 10/22/74 -'7- In explanation, City Manager Thompson. said this Resolution (No. 3050) would allow the exercise of various authority regarding housing matters if and when the City decided to do so and would make this Council the Housing Authority for the City of Downey, rather than falling under the County Housing Authority, CITY MANAGER'S REPORT Commenting on the Request for Appointment of Principal Planner in the Depart- ment of Community Development, City Manager Thompson explained there is one less position in the Planning Division than there was five years ago, and at that time, it was indicated if there was a future need to fill that position, it could be requested. He said when this was brought up at Budget session, he was asked to remove it and bring it back when it was felt absolutely necessary to fill the position, Mr. Thompson noted that this is being brought back at this time in. order to enable Staff to do the new Housing Element mandated by State Legislature, Also, he said, this will allow Staff to accomplish development of the Housing Code, which was also required under the new Housing and Community Development Act, He pointed out that although the Housing Code, as required by the Housing and Community Development Act is not the same as the Housing Element required by the State, they can be done at the same time, Mr. Thompson stated there are moneys available in the Fund Balance of the General Fund for this position, It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilwoman. Scotto, and passed by the following vote to approve the Request for Principal Planner as recormnended by the City Manager, AYES.. 3 Councilmen: Winton, Scotto, Jennings NOES: 1 Councilmen: DiLoreto ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple City Manager Thompson stated pursuant to the request of the City Council during Budget sessions, a further, more complete report was done on the Police Department request for Three Additional Detectives and said he is satisfied there has been. significant change in the requirements faced by the Police Department in rendering the same level of service it has accomplished in the past an.d will in the future, Also, he indicated, further requests will be made :in the future for additional people in that department, Mr, 'Thompson commented on. the use of Revenue Sharing Funds and said although this would be a departure from the adopted policy of the Council in the use of Revenue Sharing, be cannot make a recommendation that the entire amount could be funded out of the Fund Balance --that the only alternative would be to pay for this out of Revenue Sharing or wait until later in the year when it is known what the Fund Balance will be, Councilman DiLoreto spoke in favor of the request, He said he is not in favor of using Revenue Sharing to fund this project, however, as an alternative, if the money is there, maybe the position could be re-evaluated from time to time. Discussion followed. It was moved by Councilman DiLoreto to approve the Police Department request for Three Additional Detectives, Councilwoman Scotto inquired regarding the use of Revenue Sharing Funds for employment of the detectives. Responding to questions, Mr. Thompson indicated in a couple of months there would be a much clearer picture of the General Fund, but at this time, he cannot be certain about what the Fund Balance is going to be, Councilman Winton mentioned that he was strongly in favor of this at Budget time, and it was known what the Fund Balance would be for this year. He suggested if the Council is going to favorably consider this recommendation, that it not be initiated or put into effect until a period of time when the Council is fully aware of what the Fund Balance is going to be, Councilman Winton stated he is not in favor of using Revenue Sharing Funds, Mr. Thompson stated if the Council desires to approve this and make the authorization effective January 1st, more information will be available at that time. Further discussion ensued, Council Minutes 10/22/74 -8- Councilman DiLoreto°s motion to approve the City Manager's recormendation. as presented was seconded by Mayor Jennings. Roll call vote: AYES: 2 Councilmen: NOES: 2 Councilmen: ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Motion failed. DiLoreto, Jennings Winton., Scotto Temple It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilwoman. Scotto, and passed by the following vote to imply possibility of acceptance of the recommendation made at Budget session by the Chief of Police and by the City Manager at this particular date, however, that it would be considered by the City Council after review of the Fund Reserve as of January 1, 1975. AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple It was moved by Councilman DiLoreto, seconded by Councilman Winton, and passed by the following vote to initiate negotiations with one or more companies to make recommendations as to what might be required under Phase 2 of the Water Feasibility Study. AYES: 4 Councilmen: DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings ABSENT: 1 Councilmen: Temple ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Mayor Jennings declared a recess at 9:42 a.mo The meeting resumed at 9:52 a.m. with Councilmen DiLoreto, Winton, Scotto, Jennings present; Councilman Temple absent. Councilman Winton. opened discussion on the 105 Freeway and reviewed the history of the Freeway project in the planning stages dating back to March 13, 196' - Resolution No, 1875, He cited the numerous public meetings and .surveys which re- sulted in a 23,-to-1 opposition to the Freeway and reviewed various newspaper releases indicating long overdue completion dates. Councilman Winton referenced S. B. 158, told how the proposed bill died due to lack of City Council support and said it is felt support is lacking because the public is not interested in another freeway so close to the new Artesia Freeway, Councilman Winton indicated he has no qualms regarding the Freeway in the areas and cities to the west of Downey, Councilman DiLoreto departed from the meeting at. 10:18 a.m. It was moved by Councilman Winton., seconded by Mayor Jennings, and passed by the following vote that Staff prepare a proposed Bill, not .just a Resolution,to be presented to all candidates for all Houses, both Federal and State, and either Downey's State Senator or solicited State Senator, to help in the State measure, that it be in the Houses at the opening day of session and have it in committee to delete that portion of the Freeway through the City of Downey. Councilwoman Scotto discussed consulting with cities in the Freeway corridor first to see if they would be receptive to the idea of receiving funds for a transportation system along the 105 Freeway route with feeders into the cities. She stated this is not the same transportation plan as proposed by Los Angeles City Mayor Bradley. Councilman Winton said other cities along the corridor have already been con- sulted regarding the Freeway median transportation system, and the residents who still live in or near the Freeway corridor should not be subject to continued anxiety brought on by vandalism and looting of abandoned homes within the vacated area. Councilwoman Scotto indicated she would still Like to contact the other cities regarding a possible transportation system and that she also will support Councilman Winton on his plan for a bill to delete the proposed Freeway through Downey. Roll call vote: AYES: 3 Councilmen: Winton, Scotto, Jennings ABSENT: 2 Councilmen: Temple, DiLoreto Council Minutes 10/22/74 -9- .5- Mayor Jennings requested the City Manager to report back at the next Council meeting with an amount of money to be appropriated and voted upon by the City Council for the Downtown Christmas Lighting Program. The City Manager explained that the City will display the portal Christmas decoration signs as in past years. However, he said, last year the downtown merchants did not register any interest in Christmas decoration lighting. Councilman Winton wished the Mayor and group a pleasant trip to Guadalajara. There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 10:32 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., November 7, 1974, in the Green Room of the Downey Theatre, for a joint School Board study session. Jean a ook; Deputy City Clerk -Treasurer Rich d M. Jennin r Mayor Council Minutes 10/22/74 -10-