HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-04-14-75-Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APRIL 14, 1975
T A B L E O F M I N U T E A C T I O N S
SUBJECT: ACTION: PAGE NO.
Assessment District 117, Adores Ave., et al -
Accept improvement & extra work Approved 2
Resolution #3102, Auth. Add'l Contribution
to cost of work for Assessment Dist. 117 Adopted 2
Resolution #3103, Confirming Assmt. for
Imprvmts. of Adoree Ave. & Other Sts. & Alleys
for Assessment Dist. 117 Adopted 2
Resolution #3104, Declaring an Underground
Utility Dist. be formed (Dist. 8, Dolan Ave.,
et al) Adopted 2
Underground Utility Dist. #8, Dolan Ave.,
et al - Appropriation to provide for pymt. of
undergrounding City -owned elec. service in
Public Parking Lot #13 & #2 Approved 3
Appeal, Zone Exception Case #1198, 12053
Lakewood Blvd. Denied 4
Removal of Items from Consent Calendar 4
Minutes, March 25, 1975 Approved 4
Agenda Correspondence Items Filed 4
Denial of Legal Claims - Ref. #224 & 225 Approved 4
CC #SS-303, Slurry Seal Fiscal Year 1974-75 -
Specs & auth, to advertise for bids Approved 4
CC #355, Castana Ave., Reydon to Rosecrans;
Reydon St., Castana to Gunderson; Gunderson Ave.,
Reydon to Rosecrans - Plans, specs., & auth.
to advertise for bids Approved 4
CC #SS-297, Firestone at Old River School Rd. -
Release of subcontractor by contractor Approved 4
General Warrants #137140 - 137589 Approved 4
Resolution #3105, Supporting Senate Joint
Res. #45 & House Joint Resol. #227 re
Designating Second Week in May as "Municipal
Clerks' Week" Adopted 4
Request of Michael Betor for Council to amend
prey, approval & permit sign to remain at
present location (NE corner Brookshire &
Imperial) - Continue to next meeting; Mr. Betor
to present his version in writing; Staff to
submit version to City Manager; that it be subm.
to Council for perusal; & matter subm. to
Council at next meeting for decision w/o testimy Approved 4
Resolution #3106, Apprvg. Final Subdivision
Map of Tr #23989 (10914 to 11026 Woodruff Av.)--
& set park fee $175 Adopted 5
Resolution #3107, Apprvg. Reappointment of
Frank R. Gasdia to Downey Comm. Hospital Auth. Adopted 5
Resolution #3108, Auth. City Mgr. to enter into
Admin. Agm.t. w/Financial Industries Corp. for a
Deferred Compensation Plan & to take further
steps necessary to implement such plan Adopted 5
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COUNCIL MINUTES, APRIL 14, 1975
TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS
SUBJECTo ACTION:
Resolution #3109, Adopting program of
Affirmative Action Adopted
Resolution.#3110, Apprvg. Appointment of
Lyell .Swearingen to Parking Place Comm. Adopted
Acceptance of R/W Dedication in Exchange for
- Imprvmts. (W/s Clark N/o Imperial) Authorized
Assessment Dist. #110-P, Laura St. - Auth.
Dept. Comm. Dev. to proceed w/prep. of detailed
plans & estimates & auth. retention of Burke,
Williams & Sorensen as legal counsel Approved
Purchase of Water Rights, City of Inglewood -
Authorize Mayor to execute agreement Approved
Quarterly Report, Downey Chamber of Commerce -
Allocation of $2500 & City Manager to write
letter of apprec. re efforts to find occupants
for vacant facilities Approved
Request for Reconsideration of Paramedics
Resolution
Request for Installation of Basketball Goal
Standard at Temple Park
Draft of EIS on. Housing & Community Dev.
Three-year Plan
Request for $75 for Flag Day contribution -
Appropriat:ion for City Manager to direct to
Downey Elks Lodge
Request to display U.S. Flags on Firestone
Blvd. during Flag Week 6/9-6/14
Flag Day Observance, Saturday 6/14
Deferred to next meeting
Denied
Approved
Approved
Granted by Mayor
City Mgr, req. to look into
availability of risers
105 Freeway - Auth; City Manager.to initiate._
correso representing Council & City to request
funds in contractual agreement be transferred
to City; & Staff prepare & initiate plans
f/study of Freeway area re possibility of Fwy.
terminated Approved
Downey Rio Hondo Country Club restaurant
Proposed Consolidated Fire Protection Program
w/cities of Whittier & Santa Fe Springs
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City Mgr. to study menu prices &
compare w/other facilities 8
City Attorney requested to prepare
report re Charter restraints for
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MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APRIL 14, 1975
The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 7:30 p.m.,
April 14, 1975, in the Council Chambers of the Downey City Hall, Mayor Joseph E.
DiLoreto presiding.
PRESENT: Council Members: Donald H. Winton, Hazel N. Scotto,
Richard M. Jennings, Joseph E. DiLoreto
ABSENT- Council Member: Walter S. Temple (excused)
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
John T. Neavill, Director of Parks & Recreation
Loren D. Morgan, Police Chief
Edwin H. Wood, Fire Chief
Ray T. Lake, Building Official
Harald J. Henriksen, City Engineer
Francis E. Carter, Assistant City Planner
Robert L. Shand, City Clerk -Treasurer
Judy McDonnell, Executive Secretary
The Invocation was delivered by Reverend Tom Jolly, Downey Memorial Christian
Church, followed by the Flag Salute led by Councilman Winton.
Mayor DiLoreto declared that this is the time and place for the hearing of protests
or objections against the assessment for improvement of Adoree Avenue and other streets
and alleys (Assessment District No. 117). He inquired if the City Clerkhad the Affi-
davit of Publication, Affidavit of Posting, and Affidavit of Mailing, to which the City
Clerk responded in the affirmative.
It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and so ordered
to receive and file the Affidavits.
Mayor DiLoreto inquired if the City Clerk had received any written protests, and
City Clerk Shand read letters from the following:
Jeanette Shery, 12810 Paramount Boulevard, Downey
Edward McCracken, 8208 Adoree Street, Downey
Mr. and Mrs. Jack Escallier, 12907 Downey Avenue, Downey
0. Degollado, 8241 Priscilla Avenue, Downey
Dave B. Huff, 12848 Brock Avenue, Downey
John Friedman, 12430 Viarna Street, Cerritos
It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and so ordered
to receive and file the correspondence.
City Engineer Henriksen narrated a slide presentation of "before and after"
pictures of the streets and alleys in the district. He also narrated a slide presenta-
tion of the total costs of the district and how the assessments were spread.
Mayor DiLoreto noted the final cost to the property owners is 40 percent less than
the original anticipated costs at the time the improvement district was first envisioned.
Mayor DiLoreto inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak in protest
to the assessment district, and the following people addressed the City Council:
Donnie Whittenberg, 8105 Puritan Avenue, protested the amount of his assessment.
Betty Poole, 8208 Devenir Avenue, protested the amount of her assessment.
Mr. Friedman, 8116 Cheyenne Avenue, protested the amount of his assessment.
Jack Escallier, 12907 Downey Avenue, requested that the contractor inspect the
work and damage to his garage.
Mr. Degollado, 8241 Priscilla Avenue, protested the amount of his assessment.
Carol Blevins, 8239 Cheyenne Avenue, raised questions regarding the spread of
the assessment and paving of the alleys.
Ed McCracken, 8208 Adoree Avenue, suggested the contractor correct the weed
problem and asked that a hole in front of his gate be filled in.
Joan Whitman, 8125 Devenir Avenue, protested the amount of her assessment.
Dave Huff, 12848 Brock Avenue, asked for a breakdown of his costs.
Jerome Rossiter, 8202 Adoree Avenue, complained about the paving.
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Mayor DiLoreto inquired if there was anyone else present who wished to speak to
this matter, and there was, no response.
It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by
the following vote to close the hearing,
AYES: 4 Council Members: Winton, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Temple
It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Winton, and passed by
the following vote to accept the improvements subject to the complaints at this hearing
and approve extra work constructed under Assessment District 117, Adores Avenue, et al.
AYES; 4 Council Members: Winton, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto
ABSENT„ 1 Council Member: Temple
RESOLUTION NO. 3102
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
AUTHORIZING AN ADDITIONAL CONTRIBUTION TO THE COST OF
THE WORK FOR ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 117
The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Winton,
seconded by Councilman Jennings, and so ordered to waive further reading.
It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and passed by
the following vote to adopt Resolution No, 3102.
AYES, 4 Council Members: Winton, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Temple
RESOLUTION NO. 3103
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENT FOR THE IMPROVEMENTS OF
ADORES AVENUE AND OTHER STREETS AND ALLEYS FOR,
ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 117
The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Winton,
seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and so ordered to waive further reading.
I,t was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and passed by
the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 3103.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Winton, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Temple
Mayor DiLoreto declared a recess at 9:06 p.m. The meeting resumed at 9:17 p.m.,
with Council Members Winton, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto present; Council Member Temple
absent.
Mayor DiLoreto declared that this is the time and place for the public hearing on
Un.dergroun.d Utility District No. 8, Dolan Avenue, et al. He inquired if the City
Clerk had the Affidavit of Mailing, to which the City Clerk responded in the affirmative.
It . was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and so ordered
to recei=7e and file the Affidavit.
Mayor DiLoreto inquired if the City Clerk had received any written protests or
objecti';ons, and the City Clerk replied he had not.
Mayor DiLoreto inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak in protest
to the formation of the Underground Utility District, and there was no response.
It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and passed by
the following vote to close the hearing.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Winton, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Temple
RESOLUTION NO. 3104
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
DECLARING THAT AN UNDERGROUND UTILITY DISTRICT BE FORMED
PURSUANT TO RESOLUTION NO. 3093 (DISTRICT NO. 8 _ DOLAN
AVENUE, ET AL)
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The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded
by Councilman Jennings, and so ordered to waive further reading.
It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and passed by
the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 3104.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Winton, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Temple
It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Winton, and passed by
the following vote to appropriate $1,000 from Capital Projects Fund (Fund 40) - Fund
Balance to Account No. 40-13920 to provide for the payment of undergrounding City -owned
- electrical services in Public Parking Lot Nos. 13 (Parcel 3) and 2 (Parcel 5) in
Underground Utility District No. 8, Dolan Avenue et al.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Winton, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Temple
Mayor DiLoreto said on the advice of the City Council he will not participate in
the hearing on Appeal, Zone Exception Case No. 1198. He asked Councilman Winton to
chair the hearing and excused himself from the meeting.
Councilman Winton assumed the role as chairman of the Council Meeting. He declared
that this is the time and place for the public hearing on Appeal, Zone Exception Case
No. 1198, 12053 Lakewood Boulevard, which was continued from the City Council Meeting of
March 10, 1975. 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 Jennings, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and so ordered
to receive and file the Affidavit.
Assistant City Planner Carter reported on the request for an eight foot high, 32
square foot double face pole sign in the setback area between the structure and Lakewood
Boulevard, which was denied by the Planning Commission. He said the property is
developed with a residential care home for the aged, and it was the feeling of the
Commission that the sign would not be required since it is not a retail use.
Councilman Winton inquired if the City Clerk had received any written correspondence,
and City Clerk Shand read letters from Downey Ready Mix Concrete Co. and.Elwayne E. Smith,
both in favor of the appeal.
It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and so ordered
to receive and file the correspondence.
Councilman Winton inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak in favor
of th.e appeal, and the following people addressed the City Council requesting the sign
be approved to assist people in locating the facility in cases of emergency:
Mr. Robert Mitchell, 13917 San Antonio Drive, Norwalk, represented the applicant.
He distributed packets containing letters in favor of the appeal.
Alice Brown., 6038 Eccleston, Lakewood.
John W. Ezzell, 7916 East Fourth Place, Downey.
Albert A, Casconi, 12625 Dunrobin Avenue, Downey.
Juanita Sager, 11221 Candor Avenue, Cerritos.
Mrs. Ethel Shubondy, 3144 Camino Avenue, Hacienda Heights.
Mr. R. James, 12055 Lakewood Boulevard, Downey.
Councilman Winton inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak in
opposition to the appeal, and there was no response.
It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed
by the following vote.to close the hearing.
AYES: 3 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, Winton
ABSENT: 2 Council Members: Temple, DiLoreto
During discussion it was noted the previous decision of the Planning Commission to
approve a nine square foot monument sign is still valid, however, the applicant did not
take advantage of it.
City Attorney Sorensen advised if the Council wishes to agree with the previous
decision of the Planning Commission it should deny the appeal; then the approval of the
Commission would remain in effect.
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It . was mo-!ed by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilwoman. Scotto, an passed
by the following vote to deny th.e appeal to Zone Exception Case No. 1198,
AYES; 3 Council. Memberso Scotto, Jennings, Winton
ABS'ENTa 2 Council Members; Temple, DiLoreto
Councilman Winton declared a recess at 10.00 pm. The meeting resumed at 10:09
p„m., wi.th Council Members Winton, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto present; Council Member
Temple absent:. Mayor DiLoreto assumed the role as chairman of the meeting.
Removal of Items from Consent Calendar
Agenda Item VIII B-3 was removed from the Consent Calendar,
It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Winton, and passed by
tfte followz.ng vote to approve the remainder of the Consent Calendar:
Kn autes of tine City Counci.l Meeting of March 25, 1975,
Correspondence from Mayor Pro Tem Walter Temple regarding Excused Absence from
Council Meeting,
Correspondence from Public Utilities Commission regarding Application. of Southern
California Gas Come for A,,thority to Adju t Rates and Authorization to give
ignment to Atlantic Richfield by Pacific Lighting Gas Devel
1 Claims - Ref,-#224, Motors Insurance Corp., Subrogees for
Ib225, Massachusetts Plate Glass Insurance Co.(Wvman°s Liouo
Cask- Contract #SS-303, Slurry Seal Fiscal Year 1974-75. Approve specifications and
grant authority to advert se for bids.
Cash Contract#355, Castana Avenue - Revdon Street to R.osecrans Avenue: Revdon
Street - Ca.stana Avenue to Gunderson Avenue; Gunderson Avenue - Revdon Street to
Ro.secrans Avenue; Approve plans, specifications, and grant authority to advertise
for bids.
Cash Contract #SS-297, Firesrone Boulevard at Old River School Road - Approve the
release of Subcontractor, by the Contractor.
General Warrants #137140 1,337589, $920,393v09..
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RESOLUTION NO. 3105
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY,
CALIFORNIA, SUPPORTING SENATE JOINT RESOLUTION NO. 45
AND HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION NO. 227, RELATIVE TO
DESIGNATING THE SECOND WEEK IN MAY AS "MUNICIPAL CLERKS'
WEEK"
AYES: 4 Council Members: Winton, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto
ABSENTg 1 Council Member; Temple
Couaturi.catton. from Michael Betor regarding Request for City Council to amend
previou. approval and to permit -ignto remain at present location (northease core
Brook..-h.i.r;e and Imperial)
it. was moved by Councilman Jennings and seconded by Councilwoman Scotto that t:be
request he denied,
Mro Michael Bettor asked that this matter be continued to the next meeting.
Councilman Jennings withdrew hi.s motion. Councilwoman Scotto withdrew her second.
It . was moved by Councilman. Jennings that the request to continue this matter be
denied, No second,
I.t. was moved by Mayor DiLoreto, seconded by Councilman Winton, and passed by the
following vote to conttnue thi.s matter to the next Council meeting; in lieu of any
additional testimony presented by Mr. Betor that he present his version of what
happened in wri.tin.g; that the Staff involved in this matter submit their version to the
City Manager; that it be submitted to the City Council for approval and perusal; and
that the matter be submitted to the City Council at its next meeting for decision
without further testimony.
AYES; 3 Couac.l Members: Winton, Scotto, DiLoreto
NOES,, 1 Council Member: Jennings
ABSENT,- 1 Council Member: Temple
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RESOLUTION NO. 3106
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE FINAL SUBDIVISION MAP OF TRACT NO. 23989
APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH THE SUBDIVIDERS AND ACCEPTANCE
OF A LETTER OF CREDIT IN LIEU OF SURETY BONDS (10914 TO
11026 WOODRUFF AVENUE)
The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jennings,
seconded by Councilman Winton, and so ordered to waive further reading.
It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed
by the following vote to set the park fee of $175. for Tract No. 23989 and adopt
Resolution No. 3106.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Winton, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Temple
RESOLUTION NO. 3107
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE REAPPOINTMENT OF FRANK R. GASDIA TO THE
DOWNEY COMMUNITY HOSPITAL AUTHORITY
The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jennings,
seconded by Councilman Winton, and so ordered to waive further reading.
It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Winton, and passed
by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 3107.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Winton, Scotto, Jennings,DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Temple
RESOLUTION NO. 3108
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN
ADMINISTRATION AGREEMENT WITH FINANCIAL INDUSTRIES
CORPORATION FOR A DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN, AND TO
TAKE FURTHER STEPS NECESSARY TO IMPLEMENT SUCH PLAN
The Resolution was read by title only.
City Manager Thompson explained this is a program by which employees of the City
could defer portions of their compensation in any amount equal to $5.00 or more, which
would allow them to defer that to such time as they would retire or leave City service.
He said the effect of this, coupled with the possibility of the City withdrawing from
the Social Security Plan, would allow the employee a supplemental retirement benefit
and would permit any employee to defer any portion of his compensation until such time
as he retires, and then pay the taxes at that time. He noted it is strictly a voluntary
plan at no cost to the City, and the fees for administration would be paid by the
participants in the plan.
It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and so ordered
to waive further reading.
It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and passed by
the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 3108.
Mr. Thompson said meetings will be held this week with representatives of Social
Security Administration with all the departments, and meetings will 'subsequently be
held with City employees to answer any questions they might have. He answered
questions of Councilman Jennings.
Discussion ensued regarding administration of the proposed plan.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Winton, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Templet
RESOLUTION NO. 3109
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ADOPTING A
PROGRAM OF AFFIRMATIVE ACTION.
The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jennings,
seconded by Councilman Winton, and so ordered to waive further reading.
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It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Winton, and passed by
the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 3109.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Winton, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Temple
RESOLUTION NO. 3110
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF LYELL SWEARINGEN TO THE
PARKING PLACE COMMISSION
The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jennings,
seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and so ordered to waive further reading.
It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed
by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 3110.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Winton, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Temple
It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by
the following vote to authorize Acceptance of Right -of -Way Dedication in Exchange for
Improvements (west side Clark Avenue, north of Imperial).
AYES: 4 Council Members: Winton, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Temple
It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Winton, and passed by
the following vote to authorize the Department of Community Development to proceed
with preparation of detailed plans and estimates for Assessment District No. 110-P,
Laura Street, and authorize retention of Burke, Williams & Sorensen as legal counsel.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Winton, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Temple
It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and passed by
the following vote to approve the Purchase of Water Rights, City of Inglewood, and
authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement on behalf of the City of Downey.
Community Development Director Spindel said the purchase of 930 acre feet of water
rights for a price of $349 is an excellent price, and the acquisition of this amount of
water rights, based on preliminary budget figures for next year, will cut the City's
operating costs $42,000 for the year.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Winton, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto
ABSENT, 1 Council Member: Temple
Quarterly Report, Downey Chamber of Commerce
Councilman Winton raised questions regarding proposed occupancy of the old
Leonard's building on Woodruff Avenue.
It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by
the following vote to approve the request of the allocation of $2500 to the Downey
Chamber of Commerce and indicate that the City Manager write a letter back on behalf
of the Council that the Council appreciates the Chamber's efforts to find occupants
for these facilities.
AYES; 4 Council Members: Winton, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Temple
The request for reconsideration of Paramedics Resolution was deferred to the next
meeting for a full Council.
It. was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed
by the following vote to deny the request received for Installation of a Basketball Goal
Standard at: Temple Park.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Winton, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Temple
It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Winton, and passed by
the following vote to approve the Draft of the Environmental Impact Statement on the
Housing and Community Development Three -Year Plan.
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5115
Councilman Jennings reiterated for the record that approving the EIS does not
commit the City to building a community center as was also stated for the record when
approving the Community Development application. He said to him, a far more rational
approach would be to invest the money in purchasing and remodeling the Rives Avenue
School for community purposes.
Councilwoman Scotto referred to the census tracts specifically named and asked
if the City would be held to this should other property nearby become available.
City Manager Thompson replied no, with the approval of this grant a formal needs
assessment would be conducted, it would be submitted to the City Council, and a final
plan then developed and submitted. He said the census tracts could be modified at
that time.
MayorDiLoretoindicated the sole purpose of the proposed draft is to accompany
the City°s application.
Councilman Jennings said the application states the City will build a community
center, and he does not approve.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Winton, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Temple
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Mr. Henry Oberndorf, 7810 Stewart and Gray Road, Downey, spoke regarding the Flag
Day Observance to be held Saturday, June 14th, at Stonewood Shopping Center, and he
requested the amount of $75. from the City of Downey for a prize in the essay contest.
It was moved by Councilman Jennings to turn this matter over to the City Manager
for his action.
Councilman Winton said he thinks the City Council needs to grant authority rela-
tive to approve or deny with regard to budgeted funds.
Councilman Jennings withdrew his motion.
It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Winton, and passed by
the following vote to appropriate $75. for the City Manager to give to the Elks Lodge
for contribution in their Flag Day exercise.
Mr. Oberndorf mentioned it will be necessary to rent risers to make a platform
for the ceremonies.
Mr. Oberndorf said inasmuch as Flag Week coincides with the kick-off for the
Bi-Centennial here in Downey, he is requesting permission to display United States
flags on the Light poles on Firestone Boulevard during the week of June 9th through
14t.b.
Permission was granted by Mayor DiLoreto.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Winton, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Temple
Councilman Jennings asked the City Manager to look into the riser situation to see
if there will be any available for Saturday, June 14th.
Mr. Bill Matters, 9247 Cord Avenue, of the Downey Elks Lodge 2020, submitted a
report on the Recycling Program. He was informed that there will be a report on the
recycling program at the next Council meeting and that would be an appropriate time to
make a presentation.
Community Development Director Spindel reminded the Council that the Downey Safety
Unlimited Show will be held on Saturday, April 26th, at the Stonewood Shopping Center.
Mayor DiLoreto welcomed on behalf of the City Council the new Director of Parks &
Recreation, Jack Neavill.
Mr. Neavill thanked everyone for their help in acquainting him with his new duties
and establishing residency.
Councilman Winton stated in the contractual agreement with the Division of Highways,
now Caltrans, the City had approval of a grant in the amount of $35,000 to $40,000 for
initiating studies relative to areas contingent with the proposed Route 105 Freeway. He
said it is time that the City Council is going to have to complete some plans on its own
on a local basis and present the City of Downey as local representatives, rather than
regional guinea pigs.
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It was moved by Councilman Winton to authorize the City Manager to initiate
correspondence, as well as the Mayor if need be, for dual letters representing the
Council and the City, asking that those funds which were in the contractual agreement
some three -to -four years ago be transferred immediately to the City of Downey and that
Staff prepare and initiate some plans for commencement of a study relative to this
specific area as to what the City will do if the Freeway is terminated and if it is
not terminated so that the City can start some initial planning stages right now with
those funds which were contracted for back in 1970 and signed the agreement in 1971.
Councilman Winton stated further he thinks those funds are the City's and that a
study needs to be initiated to start future planning in the immediate future. He
noted that the Freeway situation could hang on for a long period of time and the
report tendered by Caltrans could be challenged and held up in the Courts for a long
period of .time.
Councilman Jennings seconded the motion. He pointed out that he is on record as
having always been in favor of the Freeway, but at this point in time it is question-
able whether it will ever be built. He said he would agree if the City can get the
$40,000, it should be planning now in case at some future point in time the government
or the State says there is no Freeway.
Following discussion, the motion was passed by the following vote:
AYES: 4 Council Members: Winton, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Temple
Councilwoman Scotto inquired when the Council will hear from the Bike Committee.
Community Development Director Spindel said a report is imminent.
Councilman Jennings presented a $2.22 food tab receipt for an order of hamburger
and milk at the Downey Rio Hondo Country Club restaurant. He commented that the
restaurant is a City -owned facility, and it is incumbent upon the City to control
prices to assure a reasonable net profit. He suggested the City possibly take control
of the menu and prices or consider an alternate concession operator for the facility.
The City Manager said he would like to have this for study.
Mayor DiLoreto requested that a comparison be made with other facilities.
Mayor DiLoreto commented on a previous attempt by the City to embark on a
Consolidated Fire Protection Program, which dial not materialize. He said he and
Councilwoman Scotto met with Whittier for discussion on a fire protection district with
the Cities of Whittier and Santa Fe Springs. Mayor DiLoreto indicated this will require
continued meetings and discussion, and although it may or may not materialize, effort
should continually be made in hopes of reducing some of the costs not only for the City
of Downey but also for the adjacent cities.
Mayor DiLoreto mentioned although other cities feel they have saved money with the
County and letting the County use their facilities, if the City of Downey is to main-
tain its independence, as an independent City it should maintain its own fire protection.
He asked the City Attorney to prepare a report for distribution to the City Council as
to what the City's legal restraints are as far as the Charter is concerned in entering
into some kind of an agreement. Mayor DiLoreto said if no objection by the Council, the
studies will continue as they have. No objections were stated.
Councilman Jennings asked if the City of Whittier has already voted to be surveyed
by the County.
Mayor DiLoreto replied yes, but the City of Whittier has not committed itself to
the County and would like to enter into some kind of an agreement with the Cities of
Downey and Santa Fe Springs, if possible, and maybe a fourth city.
City Attorney Sorensen advised the City Charter provides fire service will be pro-
vided by the City's own staff. He said the City can enter into some sort of a
contractual arrangement so long as it still maintains its own stations, people, and
departments, Mr. Sorensen further advised if the Council wanted to enter into a joint
powers arrangement whereby a separate political entity would have control, it would
require a Charter amendment.
There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was
adjourned at 11:1.8 p.m.
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Robert L. Shand, City Clerk -Treasurer Josep E. DiLoreto, Mayor
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