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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-06-09-75-Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY JUNE 9, 1975 T A B L E O F M I N U T E A C T I O N S SUBJECT: ACTION: Budget, Fiscal Year 1975-76 Auth. use of CETA employee for Meals on Wheels Program Resolution #3123, Ordering Annex. to Downey City Lighting Dist. (Annex. 75/21, Ciro St.) Hearing closed; study session set for 6/18 & 6/19 Approved Adopted Resolution #3124, Dec1. an Underground Utility Dist. be formed (Dist. #9, Fifth St.) Adopted Resolution #3125, Confirming Assmt. for Chapter 27 for DIP #654, Site 1, S/s Suva St. bet. Bluff Rd. & West City Limit Adopted DIP #666, N/s Quill Dr. bet. Samoline & Rives Ave. - Auth. Dept. Comm. Dev. to proceed w/const. Approved Removal of Items from Consent Calendar Minutes, May 27, 1975 Denial of Legal Claim, Ref. #231 CC #375, Annual Misc. Sidewalk Const. - Specs & grant auth. to advertise General Warrants #138286-138519; #148255- 148279; #201537-201547 Resolution #3126, Apprvg. Reappointment of Scott E. Temple to Water Board Resolution #3127, Apprvg. Reappointment of Joe Davis to Water Board Resolution #3128, Apprvg. Reappointment of Caesar Mattel to Library Advisory Board Resolution #3129, Apprvg. Reappointment of John C. Sims to Parking Place Comm. Resolution #3130, Apprvg. Reappointment of Len Rullo to Planning Commission CC #SS-307, Paramount Bl. & Bellflower B1. Sidewalks - Plans, specs & auth. to advertise Resolution #3131, Implementing Sec. 21023.6 of Government Code Resolution #3132, Apprvg. Final Subdiv. Map Tr #32570 (Birchdale Ave., Cherokee Ave., & Bellman Ave.) CC #361, Parrot Ave. DIP #669, E/s Brookshire bet. Cleta & Luxor - Auth. initiation of Chapter 27; waive 30-day informal notice; & approve SMF Approved Approved Approved Approved Adopted Adopted Adopted Adopted Adopted Approved Adopted Adopted; park fees set Taken under submission Approved PAGE NO. 2 1 2 4 3 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 5 5 6 6 6 Page 1 of 2 COUNCIL MINUTES, JUNE 9, 1975 TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS SUBJECT: DIP #670, E/s Brookshire bet. Luxor & Fontana - Auth. initiation of Chapter 27; waive 30-day informal notice; approve SMF DIP #671, W/s Brookshire bet. Davis & Cleta - Auth. initiation of Chapter 27; waive 30-day informal notice; approve SMF Water Main Ext. Agmt. w/Property Owners on Noren St. E/o Downey Ave. FAD Funding Report Residential Rubbish Contract dated 10/1/74 - Extend to full term to 9/30/80 Downey Rio Hondo Country Club - Increase in Green Fees & Cart Rental Fees Theatre Fees and Charges and Ticket Prices Prisoner Agreement between City of South Gate & City of Downey for one year, effective 7/l/75; auth. Mayor to sign Ordinance #478, Adding_Sec. 4283_to DMC re Animal License _& Impounding Fees (Emergency) Resolution #3133, Establishing Animal License & Impounding Fees Agreement with California Animal Control w/addition Contract for purchase of Library Books for Fiscal Year 1975-76 with BRO-DART, INC. Bid #7085 CETA Community Services Corp. re neighborhood rehabilitation Withdrawal from Social Security - City Manager Report re employee preference poll results Sidewalks on E/s Rives bet. Firestone & Florence - Cn. Temple inq. re City taking steps for inst. sidewalks on one or two properties along street Meeting places for senior citizens Comment re demise of Mr. Al Cascone Inquiry re 48-page staff -prepared Space Utilization Report ACTION: Approved Approved Approved Filed Aprroved Approved Approved Approved Adopted Adopted Adopted Approved City Manager to submit program to Dept. of Labor PAGE NO. 6 City Mgr. to report on appraisal of Rives Ave. School City Planner to make report available for Council review 6 6 7 7 7 7 8 9 9 9 9 9 10 10 10 10 10 Page 2 of 2 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY JUNE 9, 1975 The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 7:30 p.m., June 9, 1975, in the Council Chambers of the Downey City Hall, Mayor Joseph E. DiLoreto presiding. PRESENT: Council Members: Donald H. Winton, Walter S. Temple, Hazel N. Scotto, Richard M. Jennings, Joseph E. DiLoreto ABSENT: Council Members: None 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 Don Davis, Battalion Chief William A. Coggin, City Planner Ray T. Lake, Building Official Harald J. Henriksen, City Engineer John H. Saunders, Administrative Analyst Robert L. Shand, City Clerk -Treasurer Jeanne Cook, Deputy City Clerk -Treasurer The Invocation was delivered by Councilman Temple, followed by the Flag Salute led by Councilwoman Scotto. Mayor DiLoreto announced that the annual Council photograph will be taken at this time. Mayor DiLoreto declared that this is the time and place for the public hearing --- on Budget for Fiscal Year 1975-76, which was continued from the regular meeting of the City Council held on May 27, 1975. He inquired if there was anyone present who wished to address themselves to any item in the tentative Municipal Budget. Mrs. Evelyn Dack, President of Downey Meals on Wheels, came forward and said that she and several board members and volunteers were present to answer any ques- tions the Council might have relative to their request for a monetary grant. Mayor DiLoreto inquired if the $5,000 requested would be used for the purpose of hiring an employee, and that if the City gave them the use of a CETA employee, would their immediate problem of having a permanent full-time person to answer calls and dispatch the various volunteers be solved. Mrs. Dack replied it would, and beyond that she feels they can operate with their donations. She stated that an employee is needed at their headquarters at the Volunteer Bureau from 10:00 a.m, to 2:00 p.m. five days per week. Mr. Thompson reported it would be necessary to recruit the kind of person they want within 30 days. Councilman Winton requested an agreement or outline relative to the use of the employee to give a clear idea of what the particular employee's duties are. He also requested if at all possible that a handicapped person be hired. Mr. Thompson explained there is a different section of CETA dealing specifi- cally with handicapped. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by the following vote to authorize the use of a CETA employee for the Meals on Wheels Program, subject to the City Manager drafting an agreement mutually acceptable. AYES: 5 Council Members: Winton, Temple, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto Mayor DiLoreto inquired if the City Manager had anything further he wished to present the Council at this time, and the City Manager replied he did not. Council Minutes 6/9/75 -1- Mr. Ken Miller, 7336 Cleargrove Drive, presented charts outlining the Property Tax as a means of revenue in lieu of the Utility Users Tax. He advocated a combined revenue dollar consisting of the Utility Users Tax and the 54c Property Tax rate. As an alternative, he suggested eliminating the Utility Users Tax and boosting the 54C Property Tax rate to $1.23 per $100 assessed value. He said the State subven- tions would be increased resulting in approximately $33,000 more than the budget proposal. Discussion followed. Councilman Winton commented he could not agree entirely with Mr. Miller's _.__._.. contentions. He said he felt the Council in essence admired Mr. Miller for his tenacity and research and complimented him for his dedication and the many good presentations he has made. He further commented that Downey could not continue in the years ahead to maintain the 54C City Property Tax rate with inflation going the way it is and still provide services. Mayor DiLoreto declared a recess at 8:45 p.m. The meeting resumed at 8:55 p.m., with all Council Members present. Mayor DiLoreto announced the Council will conduct Budget Study Sessions in the Green Room of the Downey Theatre at 4:00 p.m. June 18th, and if necessary June 19th, 1975. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Temple, and so ordered to close the hearing on Budget for Fiscal Year 1975-76. Mayor DiLoreto declared that this is the time and place for the public hearing on Downey City Lighting District Annexation 75/21, Ciro Street. He inquired if the City Clerk had the Affidavit of Posting and Affidavit of Publication, to which the City Clerk responded in the affirmative. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Temple, and so ordered to receive and file the Affidavits. Mayor DiLoreto inquired if the City Clerk had received any written protests or objections, and the City Clerk replied he had not. Mayor DiLoreto inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak in protest to the Annexation. Mr. Bob Kiscaden, 7447 Ciro Street, inquired regarding the cost of installing underground facilities at this time as opposed to overhead facilities. Community Development Director Spindel indicated it would take several days to supply the estimates, and each underground installation requires a separate esti- mate. He stated further that the street does not qualify for an undergrounding lighting district and the costs will be extremely more expensive. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Winton, and so ordered to close the hearing. RESOLUTION NO. 3123 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 75/21 CIRO STREET) The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Temple, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Temple, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 3123. AYES: 5 Council Members: Winton, Temple, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto Mayor DiLoreto declared that this is the time and place for the public hearing on Underground Utility District No. 9, Fifth Street. He inquired if the City Clerk had the Affidavit of Mailing, to which the City Clerk responded in the affirmative. Council Minutes 6/9/75 -2- It was moved. by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Temple, and so ordered to receive and file the Affidavit. Mayor DiLoreto inquired if the City Clerk had received any written protests or objections, 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. Mrs. Ruth Treloar, 8523 Fifth Street, speaking for a group of property owners in the 8500 block of Fifth Street, said they felt the undergrounding of overhead wires along Fifth Street between Brookshire and Birchdale is a City-wide improve- ment for the public and beautification of Downey, not just the citizens who live on Fifth Street. She stated they feel the City should pay for the cost of the project and conversions of the individual private services, plus a fair market - value for the front footage of their property. Community Development Director Spindel reported that both State and City codes require the undergrounding of private services to be assessed to the property owner because this is of benefit to the property, and the actual cost of the undergrounding in the street (the main line) is borne by the Utility Companies in total. He said as far as paying a fair market value for the property that will be taken for the widening of Fifth Street, a private, independent appraiser has already been retained to appraise these properties, and the amount to be paid for the frontages will be more than the individual's cost of undergrounding. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Temple, and so ordered to close the hearing. RESOLUTION NO. 3124 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DECLARING THAT AN UNDERGROUND UTILITY DISTRICT BE FORMED PURSUANT TO RESOLUTION NO. 3120 (DISTRICT NO. 9 - FIFTH STREET) The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Temple, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Temple, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 3124. AYES: 5 Council Members: Winton, Temple, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto Mayor DiLoreto declared that this is the time and place for the public hearing on Downey Improvement Project No. 654, Site No. 1, South side of Suva Street between Bluff Road and the West City Limit. He inquired if the City Clerk had the Affidavit of Posting and Mailing, to which the City Clerk responded in the affirmative. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Temple, and so ordered to receive and file the Affidavit. Mayor DiLoreto inquired if the City Clerk had received any written protests or objections, and the City Clerk replied he had not. Community Development Director Spindel reported on the costs for Site 1 as follows: Total Cash Assessment, $1089.60; Total interest for ten-year period, $392.00; Total amount to be collected, $1,481.60. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Temple, and so ordered to accept the Engineer's Report. Mayor DiLoreto 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 Jennings, seconded by Councilman Temple, and so ordered to close the hearing. RESOLUTION NO. 3125 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENT FOR CHAPTER 27 PROCEEDINGS FOR DOWNEY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 654, SITE 1, SOUTH SIDE SUVA STREET BETWEEN BLUFF ROAD AND THE WEST CITY LIMIT Council Minutes 6/9/75 -3- The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Winton, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Winton, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 3125, AYES: 5 Council Members: Winton, Temple, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto Mayor DiLoreto declared that this is the time and place for the public hearing on Downey Improvement Project No. 666, North side of Quill Drive between Samoline and Rives Avenue. He inquired if the City Clerk had the Affidavit of Posting and Mailing, to which the City Clerk responded in the affirmative. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Temple, and so ordered to receive and file the Affidavit. Mayor DiLoreto inquired if the City Clerk had received any written protests or objections, and the City Clerk replied he had not. Community Development Director Spindel reported on the sidewalks to becon- structed and said there is one property at 7903 Quill Drive with an estimated cost of $132.60. He requested authorization to proceed with construction. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Winton, and so ordered to accept the Engineer's Report. Mayor DiLoreto 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 Winton, seconded by Councilman Temple, and so ordered to close the hearing. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Temple, and passed by the following vote to authorize the Department of Community Development to pro- ceed with construction on Downey Improvement Project No. 666. AYES: 5 Council Members: Winton, Temple, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto Removal of Items from Consent Calendar Agenda Items VII-C-1 and VIII-E-6 were removed from the Consent Calendar. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Temple, and passed by the following vote to approve the remainder of the Consent Calendar: Minutes of the City Council Meeting of May 27, 1975. Denial of Legal Claim Ref. #231, William Howard VanFossan, a minor. Cash Contract #375 Annual Miscellaneous Sidewalk Construction - Approve specifications and grant authority to advertise for bids for construction of sidewalks at various locations throughout the City. - 138519.#148255 - 148279.#201537 - 20134 RESOLUTION NO. 3126 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THE REAPPOINTMENT OF SCOTT E. TEMPLE AS A MEMBER OF THE WATER BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 3127 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THE REAPPOINTMENT OF JOE DAVIS AS A MEMBER OF THE WATER BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 3128 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THE REAPPOINTMENT OF CAESAR MATTEI AS A MEMBER OF THE LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 3129 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THE REAPPOINTMENT OF JOHN C. SIMS TO THE PARKING PLACE COMMISSION Council Minutes 6/9/75 -4- RESOLUTION NO. 3130 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THE REAPPOINTMENT OF LEN RULLO AS A MEMBER OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION AYES: 5 Council Members: Winton, Temple, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto Gash Contract #SS-307 Paramount Boulevard and Bellflower Boulevard Sidewalks Community Development Director Spindel reported that this is a priority one project, and adequate funds were included in the current budget from 2106 Gas Tax funds. Councilman Jennings stated he is concerned since all of these properties are double frontage. He said he is in full agreement that property owners should not have to be charged full rate but was concerned that these people are being given preferential treatment over people with corner lots, which have two sides of the lot requiring sidewalks, one being the full depth of the lot. He said this is the first time he feels the City may be setting a precedent. Discussion followed. Councilman Winton requested that if another project of this type is proposed, consideration be given to continuation of sidewalks along Bellflower Boulevard south of Ratliff all the way to Ed C. Lewis School. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Temple, and passed by the following vote to approve plans, specifications, and grant authority to advertise for bids on Cash Contract #SS-307, Paramount Boulevard and Bellflower Boulevard Sidewalks. AYES: 4 Council Members: Winton, Temple, Scotto, DiLoreto NOES: 1 Council Member: Jennings RESOLUTION NO. 3131 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY IMPLEMENTING SECTION 21023.6 OF THE GOVERNMENT CODE Councilman Temple asked for clarification as to what is being authorized. City Manager Thompson reported that annually the City is required by State Law to make determinations under Section 21023.6 of the Government Code, on behalf of the City of Downey, for disability retirement and to certify such determinations and all other necessary information to the Public Employees' Retirement System; and unless circumstances make it unreasonable to do so, to first receive a report and recommendation from the Personnel Board. City Attorney Sorensen added the purpose of this Resolution is simply to pro- vide that the City Manager be the one authorized to make a determination as distinguished from the City Council; if the Council wants to retain it, of course, it may do so, and this is the second year such authority has been granted. The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Winton, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Temple, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 3131. AYES: 5 Council Members: Winton, Temple, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto RESOLUTION NO. 3132 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THE FINAL SUBDIVISION MAP OF TRACT NO. 32570 ACCEPTING THE DEDICATION THEREIN OFFERED, APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH THE SUBDIVIDERS AND ACCEPTANCE OF A LETTER OF CREDIT IN LIEU OF SURETY BONDS (BIRCHDALE AVENUE, CHEROKEE DRIVE, AND BELLMAN AVENUE) The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Temple, and so ordered to waive further reading. Council Minutes 6/9/75 -5- It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 3132 and set the park fee in the amount of $4,832.10. AYES: 5 Council Members: Winton, Temple, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto Cash Contract #361 Parrot Avenue Councilman Temple asked that this be taken under submission until the next Council meeting and possibly the next night meeting in order that he might hold a public meeting with the residents to see if they can arrive at a workable solution satisfactory to all. Councilman Winton asked that the item be brought back to Council before the end of the 30-day period, in which the bid could be held to prevent going back to bid. Councilman Temple said he expected to bring this back at the next Council meeting since the public meeting is tentatively set for 7:30 p.m., June 23, 1975. He indicated all of the residents on the affected streets will be notified by registered mail at the time and place of the meeting. Mr. Patrick D. McCallum, 9514 Parrot Avenue, presented pictures and a petition containing 23 names requesting the Council to reconsider its decision for tree re- moval in conjunction with the street and curb repair project. There being no objections, Cash Contract #361 was taken under submission. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Temple, and passed by the following vote to authorize initiation of Chapter 27 proceedings for side- walk construction on Downey Improvement Project No. 669, East side of Brookshire Avenue between C1eta Street and Luxor Street; waive the 30-day informal notice; and approve matching funds for sidewalk construction in the amount of $466. AYES: 5 Council Members: Winton, Temple, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Temple, and passed by the following vote to authorize initiation of Chapter 27 proceedings for side- walk construction on Downey Improvement Project No. 670, East side of Brookshire Avenue between Luxor Street and Fontana Street; waive the 30-day informal notice; and approve matching funds for sidewalk construction in the amount of $622. AYES: 5 Council Members: Winton, Temple, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Temple, and passed by the following vote to authorize initiation of Chapter 27 proceedings for side- walk construction on Downey Improvement Project No. 671, West side of Brookshire Avenue between Davis Street and C1eta Street; waive the 30-day informal notice; and approve matching funds for sidewalk construction in the amount of $989. AYES: 5 Council Members: Winton, Temple, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto Water Main Extension Agreement with Property Owners on Noren Street East of Avenue Community Development Director reported the agreement would in effect be the City financing the construction of the water main for a very short time, primarily to get the water main in before paving the street. He said the City has been re- quested by the owners to construct the main under a Main Extension Agreement, whereby the owners would reimburse the City for the cost of the main plus seven percent interest at the time they receive their water connection. Mr. Spindel stated the owner of the first lot has his house under construction and has agreed to deposit his one-third of the cost of the water line which is $1,650; the other two owners will sign agreements which will bind them to pay their fair share plus seven percent interest before they can get a connection to the water main. He said this is to insure that if the lots are sold, any future owner will be aware of this required payment. Mr. Spindel noted the costs of the water main will be $4,950 total, or $1,650 per Lot. It was moved by Mayor DiLoreto, seconded by Councilman Temple, and passed by the following vote to approve a Water Main Extension Agreement with property owners on Noren Street east of Downey Avenue. AYES: 5 Council Members: Winton, Temple, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto Council Minutes 6/9/75 -6- An FAU Funding Report was presented so that Council might evaluate the programs in order to set policy concerning the funds. With the 17 percent City matching funds, the balance is $623,600. Various questions were raised regarding the Rio Hondo Bridge widening, bikeways, buses and facilities. Mayor DiLoreto commented he would like to see a recommendation submitted for something else besides buses. Filed. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Temple, and passed by the following vote to extend the Residential Rubbish Contract dated October -I., 1974. for its full term to September 30. 1980. AYES: 4 Council Members: Winton, Temple, Scotto, Jennings NOES: 1 Council Member: DiLoreto It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Winton, and passed by the following vote to approve the following increase in green fees and cart rental fees at the Downey Rio Hondo Country Club: GREEN FEES FROM TO 18 holes, weekdays $3.50 $4.50 9 holes, weekdays 2.00 2.50 18 holes, weekends and holidays 4.50 5.50 9 holes, weekends and holidays 2.25 2.75 Tournaments, weekdays 3.50 4.50 Tournaments, Sat., Sun. & holidays 5.00 6.00 Student Fee (Local High School Members & Cerritos College Players only) - Weekdays only, January thru May 1.00 1.50 Replay Fees - one-half of regular green fee Senior Citizen Fees 1.25 1.50 In addition to honoring the L.A. County Senior Citizen card, Rio Hondo Golf Course will honor a Driver's License or any other valid identifi- cation of age and permit a Downey resident to play for the same $1.50 fee. ELECTRIC CART FEES FROM TO Double Cart - 18 holes $7.00 $8.00 Double Cart - 9 holes 3.50 4.00 Single Cart - 18 holes 4.50 5.50 Single Cart - 9 holes 2.25 2.75 Extra set of clubs carried in cart regardless of number of holes 1.00 1.50 Councilman Jennings qualified his "no" vote because he feels the fees are excessive. Councilman Temple inquired as to the financial status of the driving range and if anything is being done to promote it. Parks & Recreation Director Neavill reported that estimates for the coming year based on the Golf Pro's projection would indicate some increase for the coming year. AYES: 4 Council Members: Winton, Temple, Scotto, DiLoreto NOES: 1 Council Member: Jennings It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Temple, and passed by the following vote to adopt the following Theatre Fees and Charges and Ticket Prices as recommended by the Recreation and Community Services Commission. Ticket Prices for Downey Civic Light Opera Productions Increase adult admission from $4.00 to $5.00 Increase series ticket from $10.00 to $12.00 (series of 3 productions) Council Minutes 6/9/75 -7- Theatre Fees and Charges Increase temporary personnel fee from $3.00/hr. to $3.50/hr. Decrease security officer fee from $7.50/hr. to $6.50/hr. Increase fee for installation of accoustical shell from $40. to $50. Increase fee for installation of presentation ramp from $25. to $100. (based on time study performed by Maintenance Division). Increase rental fee for Movie Projector from cost plus 10% to cost plus $10. Increase rental fee on Carbon Arc Spot from $5.00/day to $5.00/use. Increase rental of Recreation Center from $5.00/day to $10.00/day. AYES: 5 Council Members: Winton, Temple, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto to amend the previous motion by deleting the second to last paragraph (Theatre Fees and Charges). Motion died for lack of a second. It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and passed by the following vote to approve the Prisoner Agreement between the City of South Gate and the City of Downey for a period of one year, effective as of July 1, 1975, and grant authority for the Mayor to sign. AYES: 5 Council Members: Winton, Temple, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto City Manager Thompson commented regarding the number of complaints and problems the City has had with the County Contract for Animal Control Services and the fact that the County has indicated should the City require additional services, it is anticipated the fees and charges for impounding would be increased. He said in the interim, contact has been made with the California Animal Control and the SPCA regarding available service to the City, and after discussions with them he is recommending the Council consider the California Animal Control contract which would provide for an increase of license fee for small dogs from $7 to $10, and for males, spayed and neutered animals from $3 to $5. He answered questions regarding the services proposed by the SPCA. Discussion followed. Councilman Jennings called for a comparison of services provided by the SPCA as opposed to the California Animal Control. He noted that a few cities in the United States require a license for cats and asked that this be studied. Ms. Barbara Cooper, Director of Administration, California Animal Control, responded to questions regarding cat licensing in other cities and the disposition of animals not adopted or picked up within a certain period of time. Mr. George Cantrell, California Animal Control, commented on the placement of animals and discussed the level of service offered by the company. Mayor DiLoreto inquired about the additional revenue that could be generated from cat licenses. Mr. Cantrell replied that revenue from cat licenses is not guaranteed; that although his company is neutral, it does not advocate cat licensing. He pointed out if this matter goes to the next Council meeting, California Animal Control will not be able to service the City because of the time needed to purchase new equipment and train personnel. Further discussion ensued. Councilman Jennings suggested going ahead and voting on this matter on the supposition that the agreement can be cancelled if the SPCA can provide better services. City Attorney Sorensen outlined the procedures for approval. Councilman Jennings said he will make a motion to vote on this matter, read the Ordinance and enact it, and that a section be added to the contract saying the California Animal Control be required to service a new Ordinance if the Council passes it for cat licenses. Council Minutes 6/9/75 -8- ORDINANCE NO. 478 (EMERGENCY) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ADDING SECTION 4283 TO THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE WHICH SAID SECTION RELATES TO ANIMAL LICENSE AND IMPOUNDING FEES The Ordinance was read in its entirety by the City Clerk. Mr. Sorensen advised that in Section 1 of the Ordinance, following "Part 5 of Chapter 2, Article IV", the words "Downey Municipal Code" should be added. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Winton, and passed by the following vote to adopt Emergency Ordinance No. 478, as revised. AYES: 5 Council Members: Winton, Temple, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto RESOLUTION NO. 3133 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ESTABLISHING ANIMAL LICENSE AND IMPOUNDING FEES The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Temple, 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. 3133. AYES: 5 Council Members: Winton, Temple, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Winton, and passed by the following vote to adopt the Agreement with California Animal Control with the following paragraph as stated by the City Attorney and added to the Agreement as Item xx., Page 6, under 1-c: "xx. In the event the City adopts an Ordinance requiring license or permit fees for cats, the Contractor will enforce the provisions of such Ordinance in accordance with the terms of this Agreement, and the Resolution providing for fees for such services shall be amended in accordance with the mutual agreement of the parties." AYES: 3 Council Members: Winton, Temple, Jennings NOES: 2 Council Members: Scotto, DiLoreto It was moved by Councilman Temple, seconded by Mayor DiLoreto, 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 as per Bid #7085 - Library Books for Fiscal Year 1975-76. AYES: 5 Council Members: Winton, Temple, Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto CITY MANAGER'S REPORT City Manager Thompson reported that in regard to the CETA Community Services Corps, this program could be beneficial to the Community Block Grant program as presently adopted by the City Council, with one of the major aspects being a neighborhood rehabilitation program. He recommended submitting a program through the Federal Government to make sure there would be no problem in using these CETA employees on private property. Mayor DiLoreto reviewed his previous request for a CETA employee to work in --- areas in need of rehabilitation, for senior citizens financially and physically unable to maintain their property, for the unemployed, and for those having physi- cal impairments. He said the City would enter into an arrangement whereby it would provide the CETA employee and the resident would reimburse the City for the cost of supplies and materials used. He asked the City Manager to submit a program as outlined to the Department of Labor. Mr. Thompson said there would have to be supervision of this program and noted one of the purposes of the CETA program is to train people into specific jobs that would help them obtain permanent employment in the future. Following discussion, Mr. Thompson stated he would submit a program to the Department of Labor. Council Minutes 6/9/75 -9- _73 Commenting on the preference poll of non -sworn City employees regarding Withdrawal from Social Security, Mr. Thompson noted that out of 238 employees eligible to vote, 33 did not register a preference; of the remainder 126 voted to stay with Social Security and 79 voted to withdraw. He mentioned that in the meantime, the City would continue to pay double payment on retirement, and the choice is now to either stay on Social Security or withdraw. Mr. Thompson indi- cated he will be discussing this with the DCEA because it will make a difference in the budgetary arrangement. He further indicated the Council will have to act no later than its next meeting if it intends to withdraw its previous request for withdrawal. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Mr. Ken Miller, 7336 Cleargrove Drive, Downey, commented on the sources of information from which his facts were derived for his presentation during the Budget hearing. Councilman Temple noted that all but one or two lots have sidewalks on the east side of Rives Avenue between Firestone Boulevard and Florence Avenue and inquired if it would be possible for the City to take steps to have sidewalks put in. Community Development Director Spindel replied yes, if more than 50 percent of the block are in. Councilwoman Scotto commented on the need for adequate meeting places for senior citizens and asked if the Council could receive a report from the Parks & Recreation Department as to what it feels their needs are. She said the senior citizens have asked the Council to consider the Rives Avenue School. Mr. Thompson stated the City Council did adopt the Environmental Resources Element which indicated that open space adjacent to schools would be a first priority consideration. He mentioned the appraisal for the Rives Avenue School has been completed, and he will be ready to make a report to the Council at an early date. Mayor DiLoreto commented on the demise of Mr. Al Cascone, who was active and devoted a great deal of time to the senior citizens. He said anyone desiring information regarding funeral services may contact his office. Mayor DiLoreto inquired as to the existence of a 48-page staff -prepared Space Utilization Report for a new City Hall building and why the report was not pre- sented to the City Council. City Manager Thompson said there was a staff study, but he was not aware of a prior professional report. During discussion, Mr. Thompson commented on the staff study prepared by the Planning Division. Mayor DiLoreto asked that City Planner Goggin make the study available to the Council for review. There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 11:27 p.m. Robert L. Shand, ity Clerk -Treasurer Jose h EN DiLoreto, Mayor Council Minutes 6/9/75 -10-