HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-11-10-75-Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
NOVEMBER 10, 1975
T A B L E O F M I N U T E A C T I O N S
SUBJECT: ACTION:
Memo from Councilman Winton requesting excused
absence from this meeting Received & filed
DIP #677, S/s Quill Dr. bet. Paramount & Morning Hearing taken off calendar
Zone Change Case #123, 7416 Stewart & Gray Rd. Hearing
Minutes, Regular Meeting October 28, 1975 Approved
Minutes, Adjourned Regular Mtg. November 5, 1975 Approved
Denial of Legal Claims: Ref. #251, 252,
253, 254 Approved
Cash Contract #366, Wilderness Park, SW Parking
Lot - Plans, specs & auth. to advertise Approved
Cash Contract #377, Lubec St. - Plans, specs
& auth. to advertise Approved
Cash Contract #386, Stewart & Gray Rd., Sanitary
Sewer, W/o Pomering Rd. - Plans, specs & auth.
to advertise Approved
Cash Contract #388, Water Well, Telegraph Rd.
E/o Rio Hondo Channel - Specs & auth. to
advertise Approved
General Warrants #140833-14115; #201815-201869 Approved
Resolution #3186, Rescinding "No Parking Anytime"
Restriction W/s Clark Ave. from James St. Sly.
to & incl. 12531 Clark Ave. Adoptedo
DIP #679, S/s Gotham St. bet. Pangborn Ave. &
Casanes Ave. - Auth. initiation of Chapter 27
for completion of sidewalks & SMF, $80 Approved
DIP #680, E/s Old River School Rd. bet. Luxor
St. & Brookmill Rd. - Auth. initiation of
Chapter 27 for completion of sidewalks Approved
DIP #681 N/s Foster Rd. bet. Lakewood B1. &
Hanwell Ave. - Auth. initiation of Chapter 27
for completion of sidewalks & MF, $860 Approved
DIP #682, N/s Luxor St. bet. Old River School Rd.
& Norlain Ave. - Auth initiation of Chapter 27
for completion of sidewalks Approved
DIP #683; E/s Lemoran Ave. bet. Lubec St. &
Gallatin Rd. - Auth. initiation of Chapter 27
for completion of sidewalks & SMF, $1887
Appointments of Edward W. Hart, Doris Hart, &
Joe Condran to Rose Float Association
Resolution #3187, Ordering Dir. Comm. Dev. to
Make Report (Annex. 75/36, Fidler Ave.)
Engineer's Report
Resolution #3188, Decl. Intention to Annex
to City Ltg. Dist. (Annex. 75/36, Fidler Ave.)
Approved
Approved
Adopted
Received & filed
Adopted
Resolution #3189, Ordering City Engr. to
Furnish Plans & Specs for'Imprvmt. of Laura St.
& Other Streets Adopted
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COUNCIL MINUTES, NOVEMBER 10, 1975
TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS
SUBJECT ACTION: PAGE NO.
Resolution #3190, Adopting Profile & Imprvmt.
Plan & Spec. f/imprvmt. of Laura St. & other sts. Adopted 3
Resolution #3191, Apprvg. Map of Assmt. Dist.
f/imprvmt. of Laura St. & other sts. Adopted 3
Resolution #3192, Setting Hearing for Purpose
of Determining Necessity for Imprvmt. of
Laura St. & other sts. (AD 110) Adopted 3
Resolution #3193, Dec1. Intention to Improve
Laura St. & other sts. & determining Bonds shall
be issued & expense thereof assessed upon a
District (AD 110) Adopted 4
Resolution #3194, Determining Liquidated
Damages shall be paid (AD 110) Adopted 4
Resolution #3195, of Intention to apprv.
Amndmt. to Contract bet. Bd. Admin. of PERS
& City Council Adopted 4
Ordinance Amending Zoning Map Sec. 9107 DMC
(Planning Res. #147, Zone Change Case #123) Introduced 5
Cash Contract #SS-301, Clark Ave. & Quill Dr. -
Award to CR & DE Welshiemer Approved 5
Cash Contract #371, Unit I, Harper Ave.,
Fourth Pl. - Award to Sully -Miller Approved 5
Cash Contract #383, Furman Park Undergrounding
Services - Award to McBride Electrical &
Transfer of Funds Approved 5
Cash Contract #SS-307, Paramount Bl. &
Bellflower Bl. - Accept improvements & extra wk. Approved 6
Cash Contract #386, Noren St. E/o Downey Ave. -
Accept improvements Approved 6
Cash Contract #369, Crawford Park Bldg. Addn. -
Reject all bids Approved 6
Election Supplier Service, 1976 Municipal
Election - Award to Martin & Chapman Co. Approved 6
Two-year Contract w/Daily SE News for City°s
Legal Advertising, 10/1/75 - 10/1/77 Approved 6
Graffiti Removal - Auth. City Manager to
proceed w/purchase of necessary equipment to Approved; City Mgr. to come
make sandblaster operative f/graffiti removal back w/graffiti program 7
Dennis the Menace Park - Porter Bill Lease -
Proceed w/Lease Agmt. w/Cal Trans for one -acre
site adjacent to park Approved 7
Cerritos Corridor Juvenile Diversion Project,
Joint Powers Agreement Approved 7
Additional Meeting Attendance - Appropriation
of $650 from Unappropriated Balance of Gen. Fund Approved 8
Joint Powers Agreement for Animal Control -
Auth. Mayor to execute in substance as presented
w/minor changes presented by City Attorney Approved 9
Licensing of Cats - Req. for City Manager to
bring back ordinance next meeting Approved 9
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COUNCIL MINUTES, NOVEMBER 10, 1975
TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS
SUBJECT: ACTION: PAGE NO,
Authorize City Attorney to commit not in excess
of $150 to participate in preparation of amicus
briefs approved by Legal Advocacy Committee Approved 9
Painting of Fire Hydrants - Remove $2.00 fee
for painting in Bicentennial Theme, refund
fees already paid, & require a permit Approved 10
Painting of Fire Hydrants - Appoint
Councilwoman Scotto as committee of one to
work on project So ordered 10
Mural of Bicentennial Theme by Guadalajara
Artist - Auth. $2500 to pay for artist while
in Downey & send letter to Sister City
setting up parameters for work artist will
be rendering Approved 10
Executive session 10
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MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
NOVEMBER 10, 1975
The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 7:30 p.m.,
November 10, 1975, in the Council Chambers of the Downey City Hall, Mayor Joseph E.
DiLoreto presiding.
PRESENT: Council Members:
Hazel N. Scotto
Richard M. Jennings
William L. Greene
Joseph E. DiLoreto
ABSENT: Council Member:
Donald H. Winton (excused)
ALSO PRESENT: Charles W. Thompson, 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
Harald J. Henriksen, City Engineer
Robert L. Shand, City Clerk -Treasurer
Judy McDonnell, Executive Secretary
Mayor DiLoreto announced receipt of a memorandum from Councilman Winton requesting
an excused absence from this meeting. Received and filed.
The Invocation was delivered by Reverend Paul Cox, First Baptist Church of Downey,
followed by the Flag Salute led by City Attorney Sorensen,
Mayor DiLoreto declared that this is the time and place for the public hearing on
Downey Improvement Project No. 677, South side of Quill Drive between Paramount Boule-
vard and Morning 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 Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Jennings, 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 advised that since the time on this matter
was placed on the agenda and advertised for hearing, the property owner deposited his
share for the construction of sidewalks. He noted it would not be necessary to con-
tinue with the hearing.
The hearing was taken off calendar.
Mayor DiLoreto declared that this is the time and place for the public hearing on
Zone Change Case No. 123, 7416 Stewart and Gray Road. 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.
City Planner Goggin noted the applicant is not present. He asked that this matter
be continued until later in the meeting.
Mayor DiLoreto advised the hearing will be trailed until the applicant arrives.
It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed
by the following vote to approve the Consent Calendar:
Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of October 28, 1975, and Minutes
of the Adjourned Regular Meeting of November 5, 1975.
Denial of Legal Claims: Ref. #251 Elsa I. Spencer; Ref. #252, Alina Tomczyk;
R.F do9l Edward M_ Mardioian: and Ref. 4254. Ernest J. Braun.
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Cash Contract #366, Wilderness Park, Southwest Parking Lot: Approve plans,
specifications, and grant authority to advertise for bids.
Cash Contract #377, Lubec Street: Approve plans, specifications, and grant
authority to advertise for bids.
Cash Contract #386, Stewart & Gray Road, Sanitary Sewer, West of Pomering Road:
Approve plans, specifications, and grant authority to advertise for bids.
Cash Contract #388, Water Well, Telegraph Road east of the Rio Hondo Channel:
Approve specifications and authorize advertising for bids.
General Warrants: #140833 - 141115• #201815 - 201869; $549,438.43.
RESOLUTION NO. 3186
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
RESCINDING THE "NO PARKING ANYTIME" RESTRICTION ON THE
WEST SIDE OF CLARK AVENUE FROM JAMES STREET SOUTHERLY
TO AND INCLUDING 12531 CLARK AVENUE
Downey Improvement Project No. 679, South side of Gotham Street between Pangborn
Avenue and Casanes Avenue: Authorize initiation of Chapter 27 proceedings for
the completion of sidewalks and approve Sidewalk Matching Funds in the amount of
$80.
Downey Improvement Project No. 680, East side of 0ld River School Road between
Luxor Street and Brookmill Road: Authorize initiation of Chapter 27 proceedings
for the completion of sidewalks.
Downey Improvement Project No. 681, North side of Foster Road between Lakewood
Boulevard and Hanwell Avenue: Authorize initiation of Chapter 27 proceedings for
the completion of sidewalks and approve Matching Funds in the amount of $860.
Downey Improvement Project No. 682, North side of Luxor Street between Old River
School Road and Norlain Avenue: Authorize initiation of Chapter 27 proceedings
for the completion of sidewalks.
Downey Improvement Project No. 683, East side of Lemoran Avenue between Lubec
Street and Gallatin Road: Authorize initiation of Chapter 27 proceedings for the
completion of sidewalks and approve Sidewalk Matching Funds in the amount of
$1,887.
Appointments of Mr. Edward W. Hart, Mrs. Doris Hart, and Mr. Joe Condran to the
Rose Float Association.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton
RESOLUTION NO. 3187
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 75/36 FIDLER AVENUE)
The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto,
seconded by Councilman Greene, and so ordered to waive further reading.
Community DevelopmentDirector Spindel reported the annual operation cost will be
$331.20; the payment schedule for the first and second years will be 46c per $100
assessed valuation; and the third and continuing years will be 18c per $100 assessed
valuation.
It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and so
ordered to receive and file the Engineer's Report.
It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and passed
by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 3187.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton
RESOLUTION NO. 3188
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 75/36 FIDLER AVENUE)
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The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto,
seconded by Mayor DiLoreto, 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. 3188.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton
RESOLUTION NO. 3189
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
ORDERING THE CITY ENGINEER TO FURNISH PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF LAURA STREET AND
OTHER STREETS
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. 3189.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton
RESOLUTION NO. 3190
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
ADOPTING THE PROFILE AND IMPROVEMENT PLAN AND SPECIFI-
CATION FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF LAURA STREET AND OTHER
STREETS IN THE CITY OF DOWNEY
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. 3190.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton
RESOLUTION NO. 3191
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING MAP OF ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR THE IMPROVEMENT
OF LAURA STREET AND OTHER STREETS IN THE CITY OF DOWNEY
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. 3191.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton
RESOLUTION NO. 3192
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
SETTING A HEARING FOR THE PURPOSE OF DETERMINING WHETHER
OR NOT THE PUBLIC CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY REQUIRE THE
IMPROVEMENT OF LAURA STREET AND OTHER STREETS IN THE
CITY OF DOWNEY (AD 110)
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. 3192.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton
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RESOLUTION NO. 3193
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY,
DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO IMPROVE LAURA STREET AND
OTHER STREETS IN THE CITY OF DOWNEY, DETERMINING THAT
BONDS SHALL BE ISSUED TO REPRESENT THE COST THEREFOR,
DECLARING THE WORK TO BE OF MORE THAN LOCAL OR ORDINARY
PUBLIC BENEFIT, AND THAT THE EXPENSE THEREOF SHALL BE
ASSESSED UPON A DISTRICT (AD 110)
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. 3193.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton
RESOLUTION NO. 3194
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
DETERMINING THAT LIQUIDATED DAMAGES SHALL BE PAID (AD 110)
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. 3194.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton
RESOLUTION NO. 3195
RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO
CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE
PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM AND THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman 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. 3195.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton
City Manager Thompson called to the Council's attention that there are four or
five actions which must be taken before this can become effective. He said there has
to be a period of time elapsing between the date of resolution and the final ordinance,
and it will probably be February before this will become effective.
The City Council resumed with the hearing on Zone Change Case No. 123, 7416
Stewart and Gray Road.
City Planner Goggin reported the property is zoned C-1; the property to the east
is developed with a single family residence; the property to the north is developed
with an apartment house and service station in a C-1 zone; the property to the west is
a convenience market; and to the south there are three apartments along the entire
block. He said the zone change has been requested by the applicant in order to remove
the requirements of the fire zone, and there is an approved zone exception case for an
apartment house which would permit the applicant to develop the property with the fire
zone applicable.
Councilman Jennings indicated it would be helpful if in the future Mr. Goggin
would post the General Plan so that the Council would know what is recommended.
Mr. Goggin stated for the record there has been a negative declaration filed in
regard to the Environmental Impact Report, and it was approved.
Mayor DiLoreto inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak in favor
of the Zone Change.
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Mr. A. A. D'Alessandro, 8201 Fourth Street, the applicant, pointed out there are
apartments surrounding this property. He said he believes that on the General Plan the
property is zoned for apartments.
Mayor DiLoreto inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak in opposi-
tion to the Zone Change, 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: 4 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
AMENDING THE ZONING MAP ADOPTED BY SECTION 9107 OF THE
DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE (PLANNING RESOLUTION NO. 147 -
ZONE CHANGE CASE NO. 123)
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: 4 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton
Referring to Cash Contract ,$366, Wilderness Park Parking Lot No. 2, approved under
the Consent Calendar, Councilman Greene inquired if there have been records kept of the
parking.
City Manager Thompson replied there was a study made of the parking needs, a
report of which was made to the Council last spring.
Parks & Recreation Director Neavill mentioned the study was conducted over approxi-
mately a two -week period including two full weekends; that an actual car count was kept
each day; and it was found the overflow parking went out onto Little Lake Road. He
noted the Police Department is recommending the parking be expanded. Mr. Neavill stated
the present parking lot would be expanded to the south and would provide for
approximately 70 additional spaces. He said the area has been graded and cleared off
to accommodate the overflow during the weekend, however, it has created dust and mud
problems.
Councilman Greene suggested someone check the parking on Rives Avenue at Furman
Park.
Responding to questions, Mr. Neavill stated the natural area of Wilderness Park is
in the planning stages. Also, the final plans for Downey Southeast Park should be
presented to Council at its next meeting.
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-301,
Clark Avenue and Quill Drive, in the amount of the unit prices bid, to C.R. & D.E.
Welshiemer of Buena Park, the lowest and best bidder.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, Greene, 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 #371,
Unit I Harper Avenue, Fourth Place, in the amount of the unit prices bid, to Sully -
Miller Contracting Company of Long Beach, the Lowest and best bidder.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, Greene, 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 #383,
Furman Park Undergrounding Services, in the amount of the unit prices bid, to McBride
Electrical Service, Inc. of Lynwood, the lowest and best bidder, and authorize the
following transfer of funds.
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Amount From To
$1,500 A/C #40-11715, Park A/C #40-17114, Furman Park
Security Lighting Undergrounding Services
AYES: 4 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton
It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed
by the following vote to accept the improvements completed under Cash Contract #SS-307,
Paramount Boulevard and Bellflower Boulevard, and approve extra work in the amount of
$446.80.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton
It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed
by the following vote to accept the improvements completed under Cash Contract #376,
Noren Street east of Downey Avenue.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton
Cash Contract #369, Crawford Park, Building Addition
Mayor DiLoreto inquired why the Edison Company denied permission to construct the
building.
Community Development Director Spindel said the Edison Company indicates it is
not their policy to allow anything but a restroom facility under their transmission
lines. He stated this is being appealed.
Councilman Jennings mentioned the park's gates are locked on Saturday and Sunday.
Parks & Recreation Director Neavill noted the park is open during the day and
after school, however, since the attendance pattern is low during the weekends, it was
not considered worthwhile to provide park leadership. He said without park leadership
the park is subject to potential vandalism and other problems and, therefore, the gates
are locked. Mr. Neavill indicated the proposed building addition was a small room for
inside activities, which could improve attendance even on the weekends.
It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed
by the following vote to reject all bids received on Cash Contract #369, Crawford Park
Building Addition.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton
Election Supplier Service, 1976 Municipal Election
City Attorney Sorensen advised his law firm represents Martin & Chapman Co. and
has for a number of years.
It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed
by the following vote to award Election Supplier Service, 1976 Municipal Election, to
Martin & Chapman Co.
Responding to questions regarding the bilingual requirements under the Federal
Voting Rights Act, City Clerk Shand said the County of Los Angeles has been declared
five percent on the Spanish speaking language, and the ballots in all districts will
be printed Spanish and English. He said he cannot report on the costs at this time,
but in future meetings there will be a request for minute actions whereby the Council
will be called upon to exercise options regarding who will pay for the printing of
candidates' qualification statements.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton
It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed
by the following vote to approve a new Two -Year Contract with Daily Southeast News
for the City's Legal Advertising from October 1, 1975, to October 1, 1977.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton
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Graffiti Removal
City Manager Thompson stated the estimated figures contained in the report are
through June 30, 1976, and also additional equipment will be needed.
Community Development Director Spindel explained the additional equipment would
be a water blaster to adapt to the City°s sandblaster and would cost about $500.
It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed
by the following vote to give the City Manager permission to proceed with the purchase
of the necessary equipment to make the City's sandblaster also operative for graffiti
removal.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton
Responding to questions regarding the financing policy of other cities, Mr.
Spindel stated the majority of the program would come from City funds. He noted the
City of Montebello charges the cost of materials to the property owner; some cities
use CETA labor; one city uses Community Development Act Funds; and the City of Pico
Rivera requires a release by the property owner waiving all liability.
Mr. Thompson said if the City desires having this program it should develop
standards and adopt a general policy.
Mayor DiLoreto suggested the program be approved for 90 days in order to establish
what the costs would be.
Mr. Thompson indicated a program should be developed establishing a policy with
regard to removing graffiti from private property. He was requested to work on a pro-
gram and come back to the Council.
Dennis the Menace Park - Porter Bill Lease
It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed
by the following vote to authorize proceeding with the Lease Agreement with Cal Trans
for a one -acre site adjacent to Dennis the Menace Park.
Parks & Recreation Director Neavill explained the area is on the north side of
the park and would require removing the existing park fence and utilizing the Cal Trans
fence which blocks off the Freeway. He pointed out the land would be cleared and
graded, and there would be a minimal amount of landscaping and picnic tables.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member Winton
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
Cerritos Corridor Juvenile Diversion Project, Joint Powers Agreement
City Manager Thompson reported this is a grant the City has received in conjunc-
tion with other cities in the area for a Juvenile Diversion Program. He said the
program has been organized and the grant received, and Councilman Jennings was
appointed to serve on the governing board of the joint powers agency. Mr. Thompson
stated this is the final action actually establishing the joint powers agency and is
in accordance with the grant proposal approved by the City. He answered questions of
the Council.
It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed
by the following vote to approve the Cerritos Corridor Juvenile Diversion Project,
Joint Powers Agreement.
AYES: 4 Council Members; Scotto, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton
Additional Meeting Attendance
Mr. Thompson advised that the Director of Public Works and Community Development
has been elected as president for the Public Works Officers' Department of the League
of California Cities for the coming year and will be expected to attend several meet-
ings, the first of which will be in Washington to try to convince the Federal
Government to reduce red tape requirements on the Highway Act and other programs. He
said in view of the fact that funds were not budgeted for this kind of activity, he
is asking the Council to approve an additional appropriation of $650 from the
Unappropriated Fund Balance of the General Fund.
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It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed
by the following vote to approve the appropriation of $650 from the Unappropriated Fund
Balance of the General Fund for additional meeting attendance.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton
Joint Powers Authoritv for Animal Control
Mr. Thompson explained the new contract delivered by the County is very one-sided,
it was drafted by the County without any consultation with the City, and it contains a
number of provisions he finds unacceptable in terms of recommending to the Council. In
view of this, Mr. Thompson indicated it is felt joining with the cities of Norwalk and
Pico Rivera and possibly one or two other cities would keep costs to a minimum and
provide a service level the City would have some control over and would meet the City's
needs. He pointed out that the cities of Norwalk and Pico Rivera are anxious to have
Downey as a part of the agreement and have been very cooperative in accepting any of
the several amendments and proposals offered in the agreement. He recommended the
Council's consideration and approval of the Joint Powers Agreement.
Councilman Jennings raised questions regarding the costs proposed under the Joint
Powers Agreement as compared to the County and stated it would be approximately $20,000
more economical to stay with the County.
Mr. Thompson pointed out the level of service contemplated under the Joint Powers
Agreement is the same level of service the City contracted for previously. Also, he
said there is no way of knowing that the price the County would charge beyond the
18-month contract would not go up because it is subject to change.
Councilman Jennings inquired about renting pound service from the Joint Powers
Authority with the City of Downey supplying its own animal control officer and trucks.
City Attorney Sorensen noted the contract provides the Authority has the power to
do this, but whether it would exercise that power would be discretionary. Also, he
said the agreement as proposed provides a contractual arrangement would be by unanimous
vote.
Mr. Thompson mentioned complaints have been received from citizens regarding treat-
ment they have received at the County Pound.
Discussion followed.
Mayor DiLoreto commented although the City will be paying more money, in the long
run after a new pound has been built and paid for, and taking into account the vast
increase in service, the City will be far better off in the future performing its own
service than it would be with the County.
Councilman Jennings questioned the costs involved.
Mr. Thompson said any cost to the pound would offset the City's cost and would have
to be prorated. He mentioned there would be other revenues that would offset the cost.
Councilman Jennings inquired if the passing of an ordinance requiring the licens-
ing of cats would increase the costs.
Mr. Thompson replied yes, but it would not increase the cost in any proportion to
the amount of revenue.
Mrs. Betty Rupp, 12724 Barlin, explained she is very impressed with the animal
control operation since Pico Rivera and Norwalk have taken over. She stated her belief
in home rule and offered to help in any way she is needed.
It was moved by Councilman Jennings to accept the City Manager's recommendation to
participate in the Joint Powers Agreement for Animal Control and at the next meeting
the City Council introduce an ordinance licensing cats.
Mr. Sorensen stated his concern regarding a conditional motion authorizing the
City to enter into such an agreement.
It was then moved by Councilman Jennings and seconded by Councilman Greene that
the City continue its animal control operation with the County of Los Angeles, and that
January lst the City sign a new 18-month lease and use the $37,000 differential for
additional patrol.
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AYES: 2 Council Members: Jennings, Greene
NOES: 2 Council Members: Scotto, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton
Motion failed.
It was moved by Mayor DiLoreto., seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by the
following vote to authorize the Mayor to execute the Joint Powers Agreement in substance
as presented this evening, with minor changes as presented by the City Attorney.
Councilman Greene expressed concern regarding the capital expense amounting to
approximately $150,000 to $200,000,
Discussion ensued,
AYES: 3 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, DiLoreto
NOES: 1 Council Member: Greene
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton
Councilman Jennings asked that the Mayor appoint a member of the City Council to
serve on the Joint Powers Authority.
Mr. Sorensen suggested this be done at such time as the agreement is executed and
the Authority formed.
It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Mayor DiLoreto, and passed by the
following vote to request the City Manager to bring back an ordinance for introduction
next Council meeting for the Licensing of Cats.
Councilwoman Scotto called for a report prior to voting on this matter.
Mr. Thompson said he will bring back a report and ordinance next meeting.
AYES: 3 Council Members:
NOES: 1 Council Member:
ABSENT: 1 Council Member:
COMMUNICATIONS
Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto
Scotto
Winton
City Attorney Sorensen commented that the League of California Cities has formed a
- Legal Advocacy Committee for the purpose of coordinating and providing for solicitation
of funds and to have amicus briefs filed on cases of significant importance to cities
throughout the State. He stated the cost of the City's participation in a brief where
it is decided to participate would be $100 to $150. He asked the Council to give
consideration to authorizing him to commit the City not in excess of $150 to participate
in the City's share for preparation of amicus briefs approved by the Legal Advocacy
Committee. Mr. Sorensen noted if the sum exceeds $600 he will report to the Council.
It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Greene, and passed by
the following vote to authorize the City Attorney to commit the City not in excess of
$150 to participate in the preparation of the amicus briefs approved by the Legal
Advocacy Committee.
Mr. Sorensen pointed out no one brief would exceed $150, and when the City has
participated in four briefs he will report to the Council.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton
Councilman Greene inquired regarding the turnout for Couples Golf at the Rio Hondo
Golf Course.
Parks & Recreation Director Neavill replied there were 36 players.
Councilwoman Scotto commented on the Painting of Fire Hydrants and inquired if any
students had made requests but did not want to pay the $2.00 fee.
City Manager Thompson replied he is not aware of any requests.
Fire Chief Wood noted the fire hydrants are painted once a year if needed. He
said the hydrants will have to receive special attention if they are painted, and that
is the reason for setting the $2.00 fee.
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It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and passed
by the following vote to remove the $2.00 fee for painting fire hydrants in the
Bicentennial Theme, to refund the $2.00 fees that have already been paid, and to
require a permit.
AYES: 3 Council Members: Scotto, Jennings, Greene
NOES: 1 Council Member: DiLoreto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton
Chief Wood called to the Council°s attention that the Fire Department would require
certain paints to be used.
Councilwoman Scotto suggested a committee be appointed to approve the designs.
Councilman Jennings requested the Mayor appoint Councilwoman Scotto as a committee
of one to work on the project and put together judges, school art groups, or whatever
is needed to proceed. It was so ordered.
Councilwoman Scotto raised questions regarding_revenues generated from the Utility
Tax as compared to the Property Tax.
Mayor DiLoreto commented on the arrangements made for the Sister City of Guadalajara
to send an artist to the City of Downey to paint a mural depicting a common theme be-
tween Mexico, Guadalajara and Downey for the Bicentennial. He said the artist, Jose
Maria Servin, would come to the City in March or April (1976) and remain here probably
no longer than four to six weeks. Mayor DiLoreto indicated the costs to the City would
only be the costs of providing Mr. Servin with paints,. supplies, brushes, and also food
and lodging during the time he is here; the costs for transportation and whatever
services Mr. Servin would charge would be paid by Guadalajara. He stated he cannot
conceive of this costing the City of Downey more than $2500 during the time Mr. Servin
is here, and there is the possibility some moneys which have been held by the Chamber
of Commerce may be released in order to defray the cost of Mr. Servin°s work. Mayor
DiLoreto pointed out there is adequate money in the Promotional Budget for this year.
It was moved by Mayor DiLoreto, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and passed by the
following vote to authorize the $2500 if necessary in order to pay for the artist while
he is in Downey and to send a letter to the Sister City setting up parameters for the
type of work the artist will be rendering.
Councilman Jennings mentioned there is the possibility the Sister City group will
board and room Mr. Servin part of the time.
Councilwoman Scotto inquired if this had been discussed with the Museum of Art.
Councilman Jennings replied yes, they are very much in favor of it and have given
approval for the painting to be done.
Councilwoman Scotto requested further information and more involvement by the
Museum of Art and Sister City on this matter.
Councilman Jennings pointed out that it was determined by the Museum Board that
their wall would be satisfactory for a mural; it was agreed to in writing; and the only
thing the Museum requested was to have a voice in. the selection of the subject material.
Mayor DiLoreto said it is important the Council act on this so that the artist can
make arrangements.
AYES: 3 Council Members: Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto
NOES: 1 Council Member: Scotto
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Winton
At 9:20 p.m. Mayor DiLoreto recessed the meeting to executive session to discuss a
legal matter. The meeting resumed at 10:00 p.m. with Council Members Scotto, Jennings,
Greene, DiLoreto present; Council Member Winton absent.
There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was
adjourned at 10:00 p.m.
Robert L. Shand, City Clerk -Treasurer Joseph iLoreto, Mayor
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