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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-08-11-75-Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AUGUST 11, 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. Appointment of Mr. William L. Greene as Councilman to fill unexpired term in District 3 (to be sworn in at next meeting) Approved 1 Presentation by Auto Club of So. Calif. of Award for Excellence in Pedestrian Safety Inventory Program I Resolution #3156, Ordering Annexation to City Lighting Dist. (Annex. 75/25, Downey - Norwalk Rd.) Adopted 2 Resolution #3157, Ordering Annexation to City Lighting Dist. (Annex. 75/26 Fifth St.) Adopted 2 Removal of Items from Consent Calendar 2 Minutes, July 14 and July 22, 1975 Approved 2 Comm. appointing Mrs. Madeline Koenig to Health & Environmental Sanitation Comm. Filed 3 CC #SS-283, Old River School Rd. Storn Drain - Plans, specs & auth. to advertise Approved 3 CC #373, Downey SE Park Bldg. Demolition - Accept work done Approved 3 _ General Warrants #139232-139610 #148370-148395 #201648-201686 Approved 3 Report on Status of Public Works Projects, 6/30/75 Filed 3 Special, Lot Cleaning, 7235 Rio Flora Place Auth. Dept. Public Wks. to proceed Approved 3 Denial of Legal Claims: Ref. #244 & 245 Approved 3 Ordinance adopting by Reference 1973 Uniform Building Code Held to next meeting 4 Ordinance Amending Secs. DMC & Adding Secs. 4254.1 & 4291 & repealing Sec. 4233 re Animal Control Introduced 4 Ordinance #490, Amending Sec. 2722 DMC re Holidays Adopted 5 Resolution approving No -stopping Anytime (tow -away zone) N/s Firestone bet. Lakewood & Marbel & rescinding portion of Res. #2274 Affecting this Area Failed 5 Resolution #3158, Ordering Dir. Comm. Dev. to Make Report (Annex. 75/28, Bixler Ave.) Adopted 6 Report, Annex. 75/28 Received & filed 6 Resolution #3159, Decl. Intention to Annex to City Lighting Dist. (Annex. 75/28 Bixler) Adopted 6 Resolution #3160, to Make Use of Federal Comprehensive Health Service Act Funds under prow, of Public Health Service Act, Sec. 314d Adopted 6 Page 1 of 2 MINUTES, CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 11, 1975 TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS SUBJECT: ACTION: Resolution #3161, Auth. Downey Comm. Hospital to Accept Title to Add'l Facilities & Approve Articles of Incorporation of Foundation & Approve Forms of Corporate Resolution to Borrow & Promissory Note Adopted CC #376, Noren St. e/o Downey Ave. - Award to Crowell & Larsen & waive irregularity in bond Approved CC #SS-276, Brookshire Ave., Imperial Hwy. to Gardendale St. - Award to Vernon Paving Co. Approved Discussion re rejecting bids CC #SS-291, Woodruff Ave., Firestone Bl. to Cecilia St. - Award to Griffith Co. Approved Acceptance of Right -of -Way in exchange for imprvmts. at 8509 Eucalyptus St. Authorized Los Angeles County Solid Waste Management Plan, Report Received & filed 30-day Extension of Temporary Suspension of No Parking Anytime Curb Restriction, 9300 Hall Rd. - Bowman Industries Authorized First Year Evaluation of Workmen's Compensation Dir. Finance directed to Self -Insurance Program bring back report prior to establishing add'l reserve Request of Mr. Ned Young that new Welcome Brochures incl. Bicentennial Comm. meetings Mid -Cities Transportation Plan - Discussion re Joint School/City Council meeting Health & Environmental Sanitation Committee - Auth. City Attorney to bring back sample ordinance changing status from committee to commission Page 2 of 2 Approved PAGE NO. 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 8 8 8 8 7 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AUGUST 11, 1975 The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 7:30 p.m., August 11, 1975, in the Council Chambers of the Downey City Hall, Mayor Joseph E. DiLoreto presiding. PRESENT: Council Members: Hazel N. Scotto, Richard M. Jennings, Joseph E. DiLoreto ABSENT: Council Member: Donald H. Winton (excused) ALSO PRESENT: 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 William A. Goggin, City Planner Ray T. Lake, Building Official Jeanne Cook, Deputy City Clerk -Treasurer Judy McDonnell, Executive Secretary The Invocation was delivered by Councilman Jennings, followed by the Flag Salute led by Councilwoman Scotto. Mayor DiLoreto spoke regarding the resignation of Councilman Temple and the vacancy in Councilmanic District 3. He said with the vacancy and the vacation of Councilman Winton, the City Council would be exercising duties with three Council persons and, therefore, it was incumbent on the Council to select a Council person to fill the vacancy as soon as possible. Mayor DiLoreto explained there were 14 candi- dates, the Council conducted personal interviews with every candidate, and Councilman Winton was contacted on this matter. He commented on the background of the person selected for the Council position and said he will be sworn in at the next Council meeting. It was moved by Mayor DiLoreto, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and passed by the following vote that the Downey City Council _appoint for the unexpired term for District 3 Mr. William L. Greene, AYES: 3 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton Mr. William Greene expressed his appreciation to the Council for his appointment. Councilman Jennings commented on the number of hours the Council met to review the resumes of the candidates and discuss each one individually. He noted the decision was not made lightly. Councilwoman Scotto concurred and stated Mr. Green is very well qualified. Mr. Keith Corzine of the Automobile Club of Southern California, presented an Award for Excellence to the City of Downey for its participation in the Pedestrian Safety Inventory Program of the United States for the year 1974. He noted that of the communities in the population group of 50,000 to 100,000, Downey placed 23rd. Mayor DiLoreto declared that this is the time and place for the public hearing on Downey City Lighting District Annexation 75/25, Downey -Norwalk Road. He inquired if the Deputy City Clerk had the Affidavits of Posting and Publication, to which the Deputy City Clerk responded in the affirmative. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and so ordered to receive and file the Affidavits. Mayor DiLoreto inquired if the Deputy City Clerk had received any written protests or objections, and the Deputy City Clerk replied she had not. Mayor DiLoreto inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak in opposition to the Annexation, and there was no response. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and so ordered to close the hearing. Council Minutes 8/11/75 -1- RESOLUTION NO. 3156 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 75/25 DOWNEY-NORWALK ROAD) 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. 3156. Community Development Director Spindel reported inasmuch as the Lights will be installed on existing wood poles there will be no cost for installation. He said the estimated cost for operation is $198.72; the estimated property tax rate for Zone I is 21c per $100 assessed valuation; and the estimated property tax rate for Zone II is 28c per $100 assessed valuation. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and so ordered to receive and file the Engineer's Report. Roll call vote on adoption of Resolution No. 3156: AYES: 3 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton Mayor DiLoreto declared that this is the time and place for the public hearing on Downey City Lighting District Annexation 75/26, Fifth Street between Brookshire Avenue and Birchdale Avenue. He inquired if the Deputy City Clerk had the Affidavits of Posting and Publication, to which the Deputy City Clerk responded in the affirmative. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and so ordered to receive and file the Affidavits. Mayor DiLoreto inquired if the Deputy City Clerk had received any written protests or objections, and the Deputy City Clerk replied she had not. Mayor DiLoreto inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak in opposition, to the Annexation, and there was no response. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and so ordered to close the hearing. Community Development Director Spindel reported the installation costs will be paid by the Edison Company and the property owners will be charged only the annual operating cost, which is estimated at $394.08. He said the estimated property tax rate for Zone I is 21c per $100 assessed valuation. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and so ordered to receive and file the Engineer's Report. RESOLUTION N0, 3157 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL ORDERING ANNEXATION OF A CERTAIN LIGHTING DISTRICT AND TO MAINTAI CURRENT TO THOSE STREET LIGHTING STREETS AND PUBLIC PLACES WITHIN JANUARY 31, 1983 (ANNEXATION 75/ OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AREA TO THE DOWNEY CITY 9 AND FURNISH ELECTRICAL FIXTURES LOCATED ON THAT AREA UNTIL 26 FIFTH STREET) The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Jennings, 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. 3157. AYES: 3 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton Removal of Items from Consent Calendar Agenda Item VIII-B, Legal Claims, was removed from the Consent Calendar. Council Minutes 8/11/75 -2- �� �� A. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by the following vote to approve the Remainder of the Consent Calendar: Minutes of the City Council Meetings of July 14, 1975 and July 22, 1975. Communication from Councilwoman Scotto regarding Appointment of Mrs. Madeline Koenig as a member of the Health & Environmental Sanitation Committee. Cash Contract #SS-283 Old River School Road Storm Drain - Approve Plans, specifi- cations, and grant authority to advertise for bids. Cash Contract #373, Downey Southeast Park Building Demolition - Accept the work done. General Warrants #139232 - 139610; #148370 - 148395; #201648 - 201686: $855 324.47. Status of Public Works Projects, June 30, 1975 - Report. Special Lot Cleaning, 7235 Rio Flora Place: Authorize the Department of Public Works to proceed with the cleaning of the property at an estimated cost of $300. AYES: 3 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton Councilman Jennings raised questions regarding the normal cover letter attached to the Legal Claims. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and so ordered to deny Legal Claims Ref. #244, Lena Minucci, and Ref. #245, George C. Bowlus, and forward to the insurance carrier for appropriate action. Ordinance adopting by Reference the 1973 Uniform Building Code It was moved by Councilman Jennings to introduce the Ordinance with the following amendments: That wherever an item concerning dead bolt locks appears, delete it completely. Delete Section 8215.1 pertaining to building a wall on or adjacent to the property line because it would be virtually impossible to obtain the adjacent property owners approval and signature for lien against his property which would remain as a cloud on his title. The motion was seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, Building Official Lake explained deadbolts were included in the Ordinance as a result of the recommendation of the Apartment House Study Committee. He commented that the State had appropriated $36,000 to study the problem of security and is withholding its recommendation for further study. Chief Wood stated it is his feeling that deadbolts are a good security item although there are some deficiencies where a person could lock himself inside, remove the key, and in an emergency not be able to get out of the building. He said he would support the type of deadbolt at a sufficient height above the floor level so that a child could not lock himself in, but would not support a key lock as it is considered dangerous. Mayor DiLoreto indicated after serving on the Apartment House Study Committee he believes that portion of the Ordinance should not be deleted but set a minimum height for the lock. Chief Wood recommended that the type of lock be specified in the Ordinance, and that a double key lock not be required. Mr. Spindel said he would concur with the recommendation of a single key lock on the outside and a handle on the inside, and it could be placed at any height. Councilman Jennings indicated he would not agree to it at all and for the record stated he thinks it is dangerous. Mr. Lake said Chief Wood's proposal is quite satisfactory and generally the dead - bolts that are installed have a handle on the inside which can be turned. Responding to the second amendment of deleting the section pertaining to building a wall on or adjacent to the property line, Mr. Lake stated the Building Code permits structures to build on property line, and when it is done so, a fire wall is required. Council Minutes 8/11/75 -3- He mentioned there have been experiences where there are fire walls on property lines of garages and apartment houses that are dilapidated, blighted, and very unsightly, and the party next door will not permit the owner to enter onto his property to paint and clean them up. Therefore, Mr. Lake said, this was put in as a requirement that there be some agreement with the party next door and binding on the property so the property owner can maintain the wall, or they will have to set it back on their own property sufficient distance for maintenance, and this would set the requirement at the time the building was constructed. He noted this would be brand new in the City. Mayor DiLoreto suggested if no objections, introduction of this ordinance would be withheld until the next Council meeting. Mr. Lake said the afternoon following the next Council meeting he will be entering the hospital and does not know whether he will be present at the next night meeting. Therefore, he asked that the hearing be held the next morning meeting. Mayor DiLoreto mentioned there will be a four -man Council at the next meeting, and the ordinance can be introduced at that time. Councilman Jennings commented on the ad taken out in the Southeast News by the Downey Board of Realtors objecting to the Building Code sections dealing with annual inspections of multiple dwellings and inspection of R-1 property prior to selling. He said he agreed not to adopt the two sections of the ordinance because he agreed in part with the realtors as to some of the objectionable parts of the sections, however, he feels some method of inspection is desirable in both instances to prevent blight and improve quality and lifestyle of citizens. Councilman Jennings proposed the following: 1. Private Residence -- An inspection required prior to sale and all Building Code deficiencies listed to insure that both buyer and seller are aware of their extent. 2. Multiple Dwelling -- Inspection will be required prior to sale and all Building Code deficiencies corrected. There should be no fee for the pri- vate residence and a nominal fee for multiple dwellings. Mayor DiLoreto indicated there are existing codes at the present time strong enough to insure that any area in the community is not subject to blight, deteriora- tion, or substandard conditions. He said the City needs to enforce the laws it has at the present time, and the inspections are a legitimate cost the City should bear. Introduction of the ordinance was held to the next Council meeting. Ordinance Relating to Animal Control City Attorney Sorensen advised the title of the Ordinance should read, "Adding Sections 4254.1 and 4291", and strike Section "4201.7". He said the following clerical changes should be made on Page 2, Section 4277, second line: After the word "caring", the word "of" should be substituted for the word "for", and the word "or" after the word "cat" should be deleted. ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING SECTIONS 4201.3, 4201.4, 4230, 4231, 4232(b), 4236, 4239, 4246, 4262, 4266, 4267, 4268(c), 4269, 4274(b), 4276, 4277, 4280, 4283 OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE ADDING SECTIONS 4254.1 AND 4291 AND REPEALING SECTION 4233 ALL OF WHICH SAID SECTIONS RELATE TO ANIMAL CONTROL The Ordinance 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 introduce the Ordinance. AYES: 3 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton �77Tii_Ir20 AMN i7M4I41 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING SECTION 2722 OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE, WHICH SAID SECTION RELATES TO HOLIDAYS Council Minutes 8/11/75 -4- 5221 The Ordinance 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 Ordinance No. 490. AYES: 3 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto ABSENT: 1 Council Member: - Winton RESOLUTION N0, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING A NO STOPPING ANYTIME (TOW -AWAY ZONE) ON THE NORTH SIDE OF FIRESTONE BOULEVARD BETWEEN LAKEWOOD BOULEVARD AND MARBEL AVENUE AND RESCINDING THAT PORTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 2274 AFFECTING THIS AREA 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 and seconded by Councilwoman Scotto to adopt the Resolution. Mr. Robert C. Roller, 8733 Firestone Boulevard inquired about the reason for this Resolution. Community Development Director Spindel stated this has been recommended by the Traffic Engineering staff, Police Department, and Traffic Committee. He explained that at Lakewood Boulevard, Firestone Boulevard westbound goes from three lanes into two, and this parking prohibition extending to Marbel Avenue would allow more room for the traffic to blend from the three lanes. He said at the present time it is a very short distance, there have been many accidents, and there is traffic congestion causing traffic to back up through Lakewood Boulevard. Mr. Spindel further explained that the Council through previous action passed another parking restriction removing parking at all times on Firestone from Newville to Woodruff. Mr. Roller commented that the accidents were caused by cars in the third lane racing to see how quickly they can get into the second lane, and they occurred in front of his place of business. He said what is being suggested will make Marbel, which is a school entrance to activity grounds a dangerous intersection. Mr. Roller suggested making the third lane a right-hand turn lane on Firestone and further suggested it parking is to be restricted that it be all the way down to Brookshire. Mr. Spindel said the portion of Firestone to Brookshire is under study, and he will ask the Traffic Committee to review this. Mayor DiLoreto asked why the entire section could not be considered at one time because this action would only move the problems another 100 feet. Chief Morgan agreed the parking should be restricted to Brookshire. Councilman Jennings said he would be willing to act on this if he had the assurance of Staff that they are going to go ahead and attempt to process the rest of the block. Mr. Spindel stated he will bring this up to the Traffic Committee. Mr. George Rockwell, owner of property in the area under consideration, requested undergrounding of utilities and widening the street to Brookshire. Mr. Don Kiser, 8735 Firestone Boulevard, spoke in opposition to the parking pro- hibition because it will effect the businesses at that location. Roll call vote on adoption of the Resolution: AYES: 2 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings NOES: 1 Council Member; DiLoreto ABSENT; 1 Council Member: Winton Failed. Mayor DiLoreto declared a recess at 8:55 p.m. The meeting resumed at 9:07 p.m., with Council Members Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto present; Council Member Winton absent, Council Minutes 8/11/75 -5- RESOLUTION NO. 3158 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ORDERING THE DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT TO MAKE A REPORT PURSUANT TO THE STREET LIGHTING ACT OF 1919 (ANNEXATION 75/28 BIXLER AVENUE) The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Jennings, 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. 3158. AYES: 3 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton Community Development Director Spindel reported there will be no cost for installation; the annual operating cost will be $132.48; and the estimated property tax rate for Zone I will be 21c, per $100 assessed valuation. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and so ordered to receive and file the Engineer's Report. RESOLUTION NO. 3159 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO ANNEX A CERTAIN AREA TO THE DOWNEY CITY LIGHTING DISTRICT AND TO MAINTAIN AND FURNISH ELECTRICAL CURRENT TO STREET LIGHTING FIXTURES ON THE STREETS AND PUBLIC PLACES WITHIN THAT AREA UNTIL JANUARY 31, 1983. (ANNEXATION 75/28 BIXLER AVENUE) 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. 3159. AYES: 3 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton RESOLUTION NO. 3160 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY TO MAKE USE OF FEDERAL COMPREHENSIVE HEALTH SERVICE ACT FUNDS UNDER PROVISIONS OF PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE ACT, SECTION 314d The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 3160. AYES: 3 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton RESOLUTION NO. 3161 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AUTHORIZING DOWNEY COMMUNITY HOSPITAL TO ACCEPT TITLE TO ADDITIONAL FACILITIES AND APPROVE ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF THE FOUNDATION AND APPROVE FORMS OF CORPORATE RESOLUTION TO BORROW AND PROMISSORY NOTE City Attorney Sorensen said in Paragraph numbered 1, the second line after the word "completion", the following should be added: ......"and upon certification it is free of any and all liens and clear of any financial obligation", and then the rest of the sentence to continue on. He stated he has no idea whether the City has lack of willingness to accept title. Commenting on the Resolution, Councilman Jennings inquired if the Foundation fails to pay the note, will the City have to pay if it accepts title. Mr. Sorensen replied the note does not say it is secured by the building, and there is no trust deed. Therefore, he said, the City is not party to the note. Council Minutes 8/11/75 -6- The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 3161. AYES: 3 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton Following a summation of bids, it was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by the following vote to award Cash Contract #376, Noren Street, east of Downey Avenue, in the amount of the unit prices bid, to Crowell and Larson of Baldwin Park, the lowest and best bidder, reject all other bids, and waive the irregularity in the bid bond. AYES: 3 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton Following a summation of bids, it was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by the following vote to award Cash Contract #SS-276, Brookshire Avenue, Imperial Highway to Gardendale Street, in the amount of the unit prices bid, to Vernon Paving Company of Cerritos, the lowest and best bidder, and reject all other bids. Councilman Jennings inquired about the necessity to reject bids or if it is a formality. City Attorney Sorensen stated the other bids are rejected by the award of the contract, and rejecting bids has been primarily a matter of custom over the years. AYES: 3 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton Following a summation of bids, it was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman. Jennings, and passed by the following vote to award Cash Contract #SS-291, Woodruff Avenue, Firestone Boulevard to Cecilia Street, in the amount of the unit prices bid, to Griffith Company of Long Beach. AYES. 3 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto ABSENT: 1 Council Member. Winton It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by the following vote to authorize Acceptance of Right -of -Way_ in exchange for improve- ments at 8509 Eucalyptus Street. AYES. 3 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton Community Development Director Spindel commented on the Los Angeles County Solid Waste Management Plan which was received last week and will be submitted to the Health and Environmental Sanitation Committee. He said the report recommends the chairperson designated by the County Board of Supervisors should be the County Engineer or Health Officer, however, the Health and Environmental Sanitation Committee feels the General Manager of the Sanitation District would be more responsive of the cities since the County Engineer and Health Officer are responsible only to the Board of Supervisors. He said public hearings are scheduled for August 18th and 22nd, and if the City wishes to make a presentation at that time, he would request direction from the Council. Mayor DiLoreto indicated it would seem logical to have the Chief Engineer of the County Sanitation District. Mayor DiLoreto ordered the report received and filed. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by the following vote to authorize a 30-day extension of the Temporary Suspension of the No Parking Anytime Curb Restriction, 9300 Hall Road - Bowman Industries, pursuant to DMC Section 3177. AYES: 3 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton Council Minutes 8/11/75 -7- 5224 REPORTS First Year Evaluation of Workmen's Compensation Self -Insurance Program Director of Finance Patton explained there are reserves established for the amounts indicated in the Evaluation Statement, and he commented on an additional re- serve to be established in the approximate amount of $25,000 for all open cases where there has been no determination made on the legality of claims filed. Discussion followed. Mr. Patton was directed to bring back a report prior to establishing a reserve fund for all open cases. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Mr. Ned Young, 10821 Lakewood Boulevard, said as a member of the Bicentennial Committee he would hope when the new Welcome Brochures are printed that they include the Bicentennial Committee meetings on the 4th Tuesday at 4:30 p.m. He also stated he has learned that the Downey Board of Realtors will be sending a letter of con- gratulations to the City Council. Mr. Watson, Neo Street, Downey, stated his objection to executive sessions held by the Council concerning consideration of candidates to fill the vacancy in Councilmanic District 3. Mr. Neil Claiborne, 7757 Otto Street, Downey, thanked the Council for the manner in which they carried out the appointment in Councilmanic District 3. Councilwoman Scotto mentioned that the Mid -Cities Transportation Plan was approved and will be going into effect in two phases, the first of which will be from Studebaker Road to Firestone, Firestone to Woodruff, and Woodruff to Alondra, beginning October 1st. She said the second phase will start in January. Councilwoman Scotto indicated she has requested a press release as soon as possible so that parents will know this is available. She expressed a desire to explore transportation for students and use of the Rives Avenue School. She called for a joint School/City Council meeting. Mayor DiLoreto advised he was planning on having a meeting with the School Board, however, it would be appropriate if the entire City Council could participate. Mayor DiLoreto commented on the added responsibility of the Health & Environmental Sanitation Committee, and he proposed changing the status from a committee to a commission, inasmuch as it is no longer a single purpose organization. He requested the City Attorney to prepare an ordinance changing the status of the committee to a commission. Councilman Jennings requested the membership be reduced to five. City Attorney Sorensen called for some direction by the Council as to the prescribed method of appointment, terms, duties, meetings, etc. Councilwoman Scotto said she would like to see a staff study on this. Mayor DiLoreto pointed out he does not think the membership should be reduced. Community Development Director Spindel said there should be a staff report on this. He noted there may be additional expenses involved in that other commissioners receive compensation for each meeting and also attend seminars and conferences. It was moved by Mayor DiLoreto, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and passed by the —. following vote to authorize the City Attorney to bring back'a sample ordinance to the City Council. AYES: 3 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto ABSENT; 1 Council Member: Winton There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 9:57 p.m. Jea n ek; Deputy City Clerk -Treasurer Jos h . DiLoreto, Mayor Council Minutes 8/11/75 -8-