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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-11-25-75-Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY NOVEMBER 25, 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. Resolution #3196, Ordering Annexation to City Ltg. Dist. (Annex. 75/22 - 75/24, 75/27, & 75/29 - 75/35) Adopted 1 Removal of Items from Consent Calendar 2 Minutes, November 10, 1975 Approved 2 Agenda Correspondence Item Filed 2 Denial of Legal Claim, Ref. #255 Approved 2, General Warrants #141116-141326; #201870-201906 Approved 2 Resolution #3197, Apprvg. Inst. of 2-Hr. Parking Rest. bet. 8am & 5pm, excpt. Sat., Sun. & Holidays B/s Mory St. from Lakewood to Blodgett & B/s Lakewood Bl. service road adjacent to 8759 Mory St. & 12263 Lakewood Bl. Adopted 2 Resolution #3198, Apprvg. Inst. of 1-Hr. Parking Rest. bet. lam & 6pm excpt. Sat., Sun., & Holidays S/s Alameda St. from Lakewood to Ely. ppty. line of 8724 Alameda St. & rescind 2-Hr. restriction Adopted 2 Resolution #3199, Apprvg. 1-Hr. Parking Rest. bet. 8am & 6pm excpt. Sat., Sun., & Holidays on A1bia St. E/o Paramount B1. excpt. Albia St. frontage of 12114 Paramount to be posted "no parking anytime" Adopted 2 Resolution #3200, Prohibiting Parking Anytime N/s Rosecrans Ave. bet. Lakewood & Swly. Limits Adopted 2 Resolution #3201, Prohibiting Parking Anytime W/s Downey Ave. bet. Boyne & Alameda Adopted 2 Resolution #3202, Prohibiting Pedestrian Xing on Firestone bet. centerline intersections w/Woodruff Ave. (offset 370') Adopted 2 Resolution #3203, Apprvg. 7-9am parking rest. N/s Fifth St. & 4-6pm rest. S/s Fifth St. bet. Brookshire & Lakewood excpt. Sat., Sun., & Holidays & rescind all prior restrictions Adopted 2 H & H Nursery, 12821 Lakewood B1. - Temporary hooding of 4-6pm parking rest. along W/s Lakewood adj. to ppty. from 12/1 - 12/25/75 Approved 2 Petition from Calif. Assn. of Physically Handicapped re Incl. Handicapped in Dial -a -ride Request for City Manager service for senior citizens to bring back report 3 Request for petition to be handled separately, not on Consent Calendar 3 Ordinance #495, Amending Zoning Map adopted by Sec. 9107 DMC (Zone Change Case #123) Adopted 3 Ordinance, Amending Sec. 4201.1 et al DMC re Animal Control (Cat Licensing) Failed 3 Resolution establishing Cat License Fee Removed from Agenda 3 Resolution #3204, Auth. County Rd. Dept. to apply f/State Bicycle Lane Acct. (SB 36) Funds & transferred to County for use on Rio Hondo & L.A. River Bikeway & Landscaping Project Adopted 4 Page 1 of 2 COUNCIL MINUTES, NOVEMBER 25, 1975 TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS SUBJECT: ACTION: PAGE NO. Rio Hondo Channel - Staff to request County to provide bike lines on W/s of Channel, as proposed Approved 5 Resolution #3205, Amending Personnel Manual effective 11/25/75 (Disciplinary Procedure) Adopted 5 Resolution #3206, Apprvg. Req. for Time Ext. from Calif. Council Intergovernmental Relations in prep. of Public Safety Element to Gen. Plan Adopted 5 Sidewalk Matching Funds #420, 422, 423, 424, & 427 & deny M.F. #421 Approved 5 Paving Matching Funds #186, 187 Approved 6 Underground Util. Dist. #9, Fifth St. - Auth. pymt. of $984 from Streets & Sidewalks Fund Approved 6 Federal Aid Urban Funds for Transportation Improvement Program: Selection of Alternate I Failed 6 Selection of Alternate V Approved 6 Two Fire Department Pumpers - Reject bids & auth. City Manager & Fire Chief to negotiate w/low bidder, Ward LaFrance Co. Approved 7 Master Plan for Downey Southeast Park Taken under submission 8 Appeal, ZE Case #1233, 7380 Rio Hondo Place Hearing set for 1/12/76 8 Creation of Community Development Commission - Existing Housing Authority be retitled the Approved (formal action by Community Development Commission resolution & ordinance to follow) 8 Cash Contract #SS-283, Old River School Rd., Storm Drain - Auth. contractor to perform extra work in amount of $12,000 Termination of Aid to Cities Program by County Board of Supervisors Acquisition of Rives Avenue School California Animal Control - Auth. City Manager & City Attorney to take steps to protect City°s interest Permanent Weekly Street Cleaning Program Councilwoman Scotto to attend National League of Cities Congress in Florida Executive session Approved Report by City Manager City Manager to schedule joint meeting with School Board Approved Request for cost report to reinstitute prgrm. in residntl 9 9 9 9 10 10 10 Page 2 of 2 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY NOVEMBER 25, 1975 The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 8:00 a.m., November 25, 1975, in the Council Chambers of the Downey City Hall, Mayor Joseph E. DiLoreto presiding. PRESENT: Council Members: Hazel N. Scotto Donald H. Winton Richard M. Jennings William L. Greene Joseph E. DiLoreto ABSENT. Council Members: None 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 Charles G. Eccleston, Traffic Engineer Robert L. Shand, City Clerk -Treasurer Judy McDonnell, Executive Secretary The Invocation was delivered by Councilman Jennings, followed by the Flag Salute led by Councilman Greene. Mayor DiLoreto declared that this is the time and place for the public hearing on Downey City Lighting District Annexations 75/22 through 75/24, 75/27, and 75/29 through 75/35. He inquired if the City Clerk had the Affidavits of Posting and Publication, to which the City Clerk responded in the affirmative. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Winton, 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 opposi- tion to the Annexation, and there was no response. It was moved by Councilmwn Winton, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by the following vote to close the hearing. AYES: 5 Council Members: Scotto, Winton, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto RESOLUTION NO. 3196 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ORDERING ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN AREAS 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 THOSE AREAS UNTIL JANUARY 31, 1983 (ANNEXATIONS 75/22 THROUGH 75/24, 75/27, AND 75/29 THROUGH 75/35) The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Winton, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 3196. AYES: 5 Council Members: Scotto, Winton, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto Council Minutes 11/25/75 -1- Removal of Items from Consent Calendar Agenda Item VIII B-2, Communication from California Association of Physically Handicapped, Inc., was removed from the Consent. Calendar. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by the following vote to approve the Remainder of the Consent Calendars Minutes of Regular City Council Meeting of November 10, 1975, Communication from Public Utilities Commission regarding Application of Douglas Bus Lines for Authority to Extend Commuter Service and to Establish Fares (Appl. #54709)0 Denial of Legal Claim, Ref. #255, Michael Martin, General Warrants: #141116 - 141326• #201870 - 2019060 $518,593.87. RESOLUTION NO. 3197 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THE INSTALLATION OF A TWO-HOUR CURB PARKING RESTRICTION BETWEEN 8 A.M. AND 5 P.M. EXCEPTING SATURDAY, SUNDAY, AND HOLIDAYS ON BOTH SIDES OF MORY STREET FROM LAKEWOOD BOULEVARD TO BLODGETT AVENUE AND ON BOTH SIDES OF THE LAKEWOOD BOULEVARD SERVICE ROAD ADJACENT TO 8759 MORY STREET AND 12263 LAKEWOOD BOULEVARD RESOLUTION NO. 3198 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THE INSTALLATION OF A ONE -HOUR CURB PARKING RESTRICTION BETWEEN 7 A.M. AND 6 P.M. EXCEPTING SATURDAY, SUNDAY, AND HOLIDAYS ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF ALAMEDA STREET FROM LAKEWOOD BOULEVARD TO THE EASTERLY PROPERTY LINE OF 8724 ALAMEDA STREET AND RESCINDING THE PRESENT TWO-HOUR RESTRICTION RESOLUTION NO. 3199 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY -- APPROVING A ONE -HOUR PARKING RESTRICTION BETWEEN 8 A.M. AND 6 P.Me EXCEPTING SATURDAY, SUNDAY, AND HOLIDAYS ON ALBIA STREET EAST OF PARAMOUNT BOULEVARD EXCEPTING THE ALBIA STREET FRONTAGE OF 12114 PARAMOUNT BOULEVARD TO BE POSTED FOR "NO PARKING ANYTIME" RESOLUTION NO, 3200 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY PROHIBITING PARKING AT ANYTIME ALONG THE NORTH SIDE OF ROSECRANS AVENUE BETWEEN LAKEWOOD BOULEVARD AND THE SOUTHWESTERLY CITY LIMITS RESOLUTION NO. 3201 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY PROHIBITING PARKING AT ANYTIME ON THE WEST SIDE OF DOWNEY AVENUE BETWEEN BOYNE STREET AND ALAMEDA STREET RESOLUTION NO, 3202 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY PROHIBITING PEDESTRIAN CROSSINGS ON FIRESTONE BOULEVARD BETWEEN ITS CENTERLINE INTERSECTIONS WITH WOODRUFF AVENUE (OFFSET 370 FEET) RESOLUTION NO. 3203 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING A 7-9 A.M. CURB PARKING RESTRICTION ON THE NORTH SIDE OF FIFTH STREET AND A 4-6 P.M. RESTRICTION ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF FIFTH STREET BETWEEN BROOKSHIRE AVENUE AND LAKEWOOD BOULEVARD, EXCEPTING SATURDAY, SUNDAY, AND HOLIDAYS AND RESCINDING ALL PRIOR RESTRICTIONS H & H Nursery, 12821 Lakewood Boulevard: Approve temporary hooding of the 4-6 p.m. peak -hour parking restriction along the west side of Lakewood Boulevard adjacent to the subject property from December 1 to December 25, 1975. AYES: 5 Council Members: Scotto, Winton, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto Council Minutes 11/25/75 -2- e -3)"-c�3 Communication from California Association of Physically Handicapped, Inc., regarding Petition to include Handicapped in Dial -a -Ride service for Senior Citizens. Noting that the buses used for the senior citizen program could not be used for the handicapped because of the funding involved, Councilwoman Scotto asked the City Manager to bring back a report on the possibility of providing service for the handicapped, what the cost might be, and to explore whether there are any transportation funds available. Councilman Jennings requested that petitions not be placed on the Consent Calendar because they should be handled separately. ORDINANCE NO. 495 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 Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Winton, 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 Ordinance No. 495. AYES: 5-.._Council Members: ',Scotto,_Winton, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING SECTIONS 4201.1, 4201.5, 4202, 4203, 4220, 4221, 4224, 4225, 4226, 4227, 4229, 4231, 4231.5, 4235, 4236, 4237, 4238, 4239, 4254, 4254.1, 4266, 4267, 4269, 4270, 4272, 4273, AND 4274 OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE, ALL OF WHICH SAID SECTIONS RELATE TO ANIMAL CONTROL The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Winton, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Jennings and seconded by Councilman Winton to introduce the Ordinance. Councilwoman Scotto indicated she would like to have further information prior to voting on this matter. Councilman Jennings stated he would like to set two public hearings for citizen input. Mayor DiLoreto said he does not believe he can support the ordinance at this time. He mentioned one of the primary considerations the Council should be aware of is that there is a serious problem with fruit rats in the City and cats are some deterrent and try to bring the balance back to normal. Councilman Jennings stated for the record he would like to have people of the City at a public hearing tell the Council whether or not they want the ordinance, and he will abide by what the majority of the citizens want. City Attorney Sorensen noted the only change in this ordinance from the existing ordinance relating to dogs is that the control of licensing of cats has been added in certain sections. Roll call vote: AYES: 2 Council Members: Winton, Jennings NOES: 3 Council Members: Scotto, Greene, DiLoreto Failed. The Resolution Establishing a Cat License Fee was removed from the Agenda. Council Minutes 11/25/75 -3- RESOLUTION NO. 3204 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY ROAD DEPARTMENT TO APPLY FOR STATE BICYCLE LANE ACCOUNT (SB 36) FUNDS ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AND DIRECTING THAT ANY BICYCLE LANE ACCOUNT FUNDS OBTAINED BE TRANSFERRED TO THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES FOR USE ON THE RIO HONDO AND LOS ANGELES RIVER BIKEWAY AND LANDSCAPING PROJECT The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Mayor DiLoreto, and so ordered to waive further reading. Preliminary plans for the bikeway and equestrian trails along the Rio Hondo Channel and Los Angeles River Flood Control Right -of -Way were displayed. Councilwoman Scotto raised questions regarding disbursement of the SB 36 Funds. Traffic Engineer Eccleston replied that the amount would be nominal and would be disbursed regionally, not individually, to cities. Commenting on the preliminary plans prepared by the Los Angeles County Parks & Recreation District, Mr. Eccleston explained the County Road Department is implementing the project, and the concept is to have a combination bikeway on the west side of the Rio Hondo Channel, with an equestrian trail on the east side. He said staff would like to see access to the westerly side of the channel for bikeways as well as on the east side. Mr. Eccleston pointed out there are no single family residential properties back- ing up immediately to the westerly levy trail that would be negatively impacted by any activity on the channel. Responding to questions, Mr. Eccleston said the Council action proposed is to authorize the County to apply for SB 36 funds. Discussion followed. Councilman Jennings inquired if these funds are allocated to the County, and then the City of Downey decides to do something about bicycle trails in the City, would the City end up using General Fund money instead of SB 36 funds. Community Development Director Spindel said the County feels by coming up with a joint regional project endorsed by a number of cities they would have a better chance of getting the $100,000 for which they are applying. Councilman Jennings said if the City does not have a say in the total funding to the County, including the percentage for overhead and staff, he would definitely be -- against it. Councilman Jennings indicated before voting on this he would like to see the County set up a committee of one person from each city to determine what the County°s overhead should be and what goes into the actual construction. Councilwoman Scotto spoke in favor of the project. She commented she would like to move approval of the resolution and that the Council request staff to instruct the County that it would like to include the bike paths on the west side of the channel as suggested by staff. City Attorney Sorensen stated there should be two separate motions. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Winton; and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 3204. Mayor DiLoreto inquired if there would be any indirect costs to the City. Mr. Eccleston replied no. Mayor DiLoreto inquired if there would be any residual cost to the City for main- tenance, repairs, or upkeep. Mr. Spindel said the maintenance proposed by the County Road Department is similar to the maintenance on the Rio San Gabriel. Further discussion ensued. AYES. 4 Council Members; Scotto, Winton, Greene, DiLoreto NOES; 1 Council Members Jennings Council Minutes 11/25/75 -4- It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Greene, and passed by the following vote that the staff request the County to provide the bike lanes on the west side of the Rio Hondo Channel, as proposed by staff. AYES: 4 Council Members: Scotto, Winton, Greene, DiLoreto NOES: 1 Council Member: Jennings Mayor DiLoreto indicated he would like to be apprised of the overhead costs. RESOLUTION NO. 3205 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING THE PERSONNEL MANUAL EFFECTIVE NOVEMBER 25, 1975 The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 3205. AYES. 5 Council Members: Scotto, Winton, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto RESOLUTION NO. 3206 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY, APPROVING THE REQUEST FOR A TIME EXTENSION FROM THE CALIFORNIA COUNCIL OF INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS IN THE PREPARATION OF THE PUBLIC SAFETY ELEMENT TO THE GENERAL PLAN The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Winton, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Winton, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 3206. Responding to questions, City Planner Goggin explained the City contracted for a Seismic Safety Element, and it was understood the word "safety" would include all of the requirements of the State. However, he said it did not, and the in-house staff has prepared the element that will suffice. Mr. Goggin stated the contractor did perform what he contracted to do. Councilman Jennings stated it is his opinion the contractor is responsible to complete the safety element, satisfactory to the State. Mr. Goggin further explained the City contracted for a Seismic Safety Element, which is one terminology. A Safety Element consists of all other types of disasters. AYES: 5 Council Members: Scotto, Winton, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Greene, and passed by the following vote to approve Sidewalk Matching Funds at the following locations in the amount of $1,161 and deny Sidewalk Matching Funds for Matching Fund No. 421. Estimated M.F. No. Address City Cost 420 12326 Richeon Avenue $ 108.00 421 13219 Stanbridge Avenue 471.00 422 9571 Foster Road 790.00 423 13233 Premiere Avenue 115.00 424 7315 Allengrove Street 89.00 427 13229 Dunrobin Avenue 59.00 Total Estimated Cost $ 1,632.00 AYES: 5 Council Members: Scotto, Winton, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Winton, and passed by the following vote to approve Paving Matching Funds at the following locations: Council Minutes 11/25/75 -5- Estimated P.M.F. No. Address City Cost 18-6 7850 Birchcrest Road (Tweedy Lane frontage) $ 600.00 187 7851 Vista Del Rosa (Tweedy Lane frontage) 600.00 Total Estimated City Cost $ 1,200.00 AYES: 5 Council Members: Scotto, Winton, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by the following vote to authorize the payment of $984 from the Streets and Sidewalks Fund No. 71-15006 for Underground Utility District No. 9 - Fifth Street. AYES: 5 Council Members: Scotto, Winton, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto Federal Aid Urban Funds Community Development Director Spindel requested the Council to make a determina- tion on one of the alternatives proposed and indicated SCAG has issued a time limit on the transportation improvement program. He said the first year's program can be sub- mitted and then the other three years can be amended in June if the Council desires. Mayor DiLoreto spoke in favor of Alternative IV, which he said envisions non -transit projects, together with the reconstruction of Imperial Highway, Florence Avenue, and Paramount Boulevard. He stated it is his belief that if the City Council would undertake reconstruction of those highways on a time table over the next four or five years, in the long run it will be a substantial savings to the City by having concrete major thoroughfares. Councilwoman Scotto spoke of the need for a bus transportation program. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto and seconded by Councilman Winton to approve the staff recommendation of Alternate I. Councilman Winton remarked that most bus lines have to be subsidized by tax funds. Discussion followed. Councilman Jennings stated concern that the Council could be commiting the City to a minimum of $200,000 a year out of the general fund for a bus service. Councilman Winton inquired if the service could be terminated at anytime with the buses sold and the funds used for other programs, City Manager Thompson replied the program can be revised. Mr. Spindel indicated the funds would probably have to be turned back over to the FAU Fund to be redistributed by the policy committee. He explained that SCAG, through the Federal Highway Administration and for FAU funding rules, is now requiring a transportation improvement program which is for three -to -five years. He said SCAG is requesting the City to submit its program by the end of this month, which can be amended and submitted again next June. AYES: 2 Council Members: Scotto, Winton NOES: 3 Council Members: Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto Motion failed. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Mayor DiLoreto, and passed by the following vote to approve Alternate V. Councilman Winton said it would appear if this is to be determined over a long period of time it would be commiting a mandatory program and pre -determining for future - Councils what these particular funds may be used for. He stated he would hate to see the Council commit itself to a program that would bypass or eliminate the possibility of any transit projects in the future. Mr. Spindel noted this funding is for FAU funding only, and the City would have to match 17 percent of the total. Councilman Winton inquired if the reconstruction projects for Imperial Highway, Florence Avenue, and Paramount Boulevard would be done all in one project or drawn out over a period of time. Council Minutes 11/25/75 -6- Mr. Spindel replied it would probably be three or four different projects. Councilman Jennings inquired about the City's submitted request for $261,000 for the purchase of buses if Alternate V is approved. Mr. Spindel replied the request would have to be withdrawn. Mr. Thompson explained the projects listed are those the Council will want to con- sider either out of FAU funds or some other funding and they are projects that are needed now or will be needed in the next few years. He said one of the considerations of the staff recommendation in regard to a transit project is that it will be keeping the option open, it would not be unalterable, but does keep open the option that would not be available under other funding sources unless general funding was used. Also, Mr. Thompson stated the Florence Avenue/San Gabriel Bridge widening was considered because it is such a large project. AYES: 4 Council Members: Winton, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto NOES: 1 Council Member: Scotto It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by the following vote to reject the bids of American LaFrance Company, Crown Coach Corpora- tion, and Ward LaFrance on two Fire Department Pumpers and authorize the City Manager and Fire Chief to negotiate with the low bidder, Ward LaFrance Company for purchase of two Fire Department Pumpers. Councilman Jennings inquired if the low bidder was aware that the City would possibly want to negotiate the bid prior to submitting its bid. City Manager Thompson replied no. Fire Chief Wood pointed out that the bid summary indicates there is approximately $10,000 difference should the City wait for the second fiscal year for the second pumper. Mr. Thompson said the negotiated bid will be brought back to Council. AYES: 5 Council Members: Scotto, Winton, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto Master Plan Proposal for Downey Southeast Park Parks & Recreation Director Neavill explained $60,000 was budgeted this year for landscaping and irrigation system, and in order to effectively plan and complete it this year there should be approval of the master plan. He said the master plan was developed by Parks & Recreation staff, with input from the Ponytail League, Little League, tennis people, and tennis pro, and reviewed by the Recreation and Community Services Commission several times. It is recommended to staff, the City Manager, and City Council at this time. He reviewed the master plan which was exhibited for the Council's consideration. Councilman Jennings asked Mr. Neavill to submit a memo to the Council stating the cost to date and the estimated cost to complete the park according to the proposed master plan, with the extra tennis courts. Mr. Neavill stated the estimated cost for completion would be around $400,000 from today on, assuming the work were to be done immediately. However, he said, that does not include the four tennis courts, which would be another $75-to-$80,000. Councilman Greene inquired where the park director's office will be located. Mr. Neavill replied the area is sufficiently supervised by the tennis pro and staff, and the person providing supervision for this area would have space in a structure. Councilman Winton stated the children who live approximately the distance of a residential lot on the east side of the park have to go more than a mile to reach the park from the east side, so ingress and egress is needed. Mr. Neavill explained there is an entry proposed by way of acquisition. Councilman Greene commented on the need for a children's play area. Mr. Thompson reported it is planned at some point to acquire access from the east side of the park for direct connection with the Gauldin School playground and per- haps through the City -School Recreation Commission a joint activity could be developed. Council Minutes 11/25/75 -7- Discussion followed. Councilman Winton mentioned there might be a problem on the east side of the park with the R-1 area directly behind the ball diamonds. Mr. Neavill noted the fence would have to be increased in height to provide pro- tection for the residences. Also, he said there is a proposal that the diamonds be lighted because of the demand for adult softball in the evenings, and there would be the consideration of a limited number of lighted hours for play. Councilman Jennings suggested this matter be taken under submission and asked Mr. Neavill to leave the master plan in the Council Chambers for further discussion. Councilman Greene asked if the master plan can be changed after it is approved. Mr. Neavill replied the master plan is only a guide, and in order to expend funds available this year for landscaping and irrigation system staff would like some idea as to what the rates are going to be in this particular area. Taken under submission. Mayor DiLoreto commented on the favorable comments he has received regarding the manner in which Mr. Neavill conducts his office. Councilwoman Scotto concurred. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Mayor DiLoreto, and passed by the following vote to set a hearing on Appeal-, Zone Exception Case No. 1233, 7380 Rio Hondo Place, for 7:30 p.m., January 12, 1976, in the Council Chambers of the Downey City Hall. AYES: 4 Council Members: Scotto, Winton, Jennings, DiLoreto NOES: 1 Council Member: Greene Creation of Community Development Commission Community Development Director Spindel explained the City Council would actually serve as the Community Development Commission. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Greene, and passed by the following vote that the existing Housing Authority be retitled the Community Development Commission. City Attorney Sorensen stated this will also require formal action by resolution and ordinance. City Manager Thompson said first would be a resolution dissolving the Authority; second would be the need -declaration and steps outlined in the recommendation. Mayor DiLoreto inquired if that would be the tenure of the motion. Councilman Jennings replied yes. AYES: 5 Council Members: Scotto, Winton, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto Cash Contract $SS-283 Old River School Road - Storm Drain Community Development Director Spindel commented on the location of the storm drain and said the asphaltic portion of the street is old and fairly deteriorated. He stated the bids on the storm drain were substantially lower than the estimate and the funds appropriated for the project. Mr. Spindel mentioned the project involves excavating and reconstructing approximately ten feet of the asphaltic shoulder, and the contractor has submitted a good price to remove and reconstruct the entire shoulder at 75c per square foot, which would be to the City's advantage. Questions were raised regarding whether this can be considered without going to bid. Following a brief discussion with Mr. Spindel, City Attorney Sorensen said the action would be a change order under the initial contract; there is no problem with the change order where it is within the same limits of the work and is simply expanding the project to include this kind of work; or the Council can request bids. Council Minutes 11/25/75 -8- It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by the following vote to authorize the contractor, Steve Bubalo of Reseda, to perform extra work in connection with the existing contract in the approximate amount of $12,000. AYES: 5 Council Members: Scotto, Winton, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto CITY MANAGER'S REPORT .City Manager Thompson reported that on the County Board of Supervisors' Agenda today appeared Item 82 regarding Termination of the Aid to Cities Program as of June 30, 1976. He noted that in the past the City of Downey has received approximately $120,000 a year from these Gas Tax Funds of the County for its street program, and this would terminate that particular program. Mr. Thompson indicated he has been informed by the Board of Supervisors' office that Item 82 has been continued to January 6th, and in the meantime the Road Commissioner will meet with the Director of Public Works on policy making for a report back to the Supervisors on January 6th. He suggested the City make known its position that it would like some kind of overall financial report of the County to determine how these moneys could have dropped from $120,000 to zero. Commenting on Acquisition of the Rives Avenue School, Mr. Thompson said the City at this point has made no formal offer or decision. He mentioned he has submitted a report prepared by the Director of Parks & Recreation and his staff regarding potential uses of the school. Mr. Thompson indicated he would be happy to negotiate with the schools if that is the Council's desire. Mayor DiLoreto stated at this point the Council has not made a determination. He suggested the Council might have this on the Agenda for the next meeting for discussion. A discussion was held regarding a joint meeting with the School Board. Mr. Thompson inquired if January 5th or 6th would be agreeable for scheduling the joint meeting. No objections were stated. Parks & Recreation Director Neavill pointed out that staff has done considerable research in terms of a community services center concept and has studied a number of cities. He said he will be happy to fill in with as much information as he can. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Councilman Greene reported that 162 people played golf during Couples Golf package at the Rio Hondo Golf Course. He said it is the thought that perhaps the program could be continued for several months next spring. Councilman Jennings spoke in favor of busing but stated he feels strongly that RTD is responsible for busing in Southern California and to provide proper service. Councilman Jennings mentioned at his insistence the City Manager has now billed California Animal Control (CAC) for the money it collected in excess of services pro- vided while under contract to the City. He asked Mr. Thompson if he had filed an attachment or lien on the money due CAC by the City of E1 Monte or on whatever equipment or assets CAC may have to prohibit disposition of those assets. City Attorney Sorensen replied that until the City files action and gets a judgment there are no procedures available for filing attachments as the law now stands. He said there has been no instruction from the Council to file an action. Councilman Jennings asked if anything had been done to recover the money. City Manager Thompson stated he had asked the City Attorney to advise as to what the proper and appropriate steps would be, and as soon as the City Attorney investigates -- this matter he will base his recommendations on what the appropriate legal procedure would be. Mr. Sorensen said the bill was sent to CAC, and if the Council desires to pursue it by filing a complaint, then it is a proper course to follow. He suggested that perhaps further discussion on this matter should be held in executive session, inasmuch as it pertains to pending litigation. It was moved by Councilman Winton, seconded by Councilman Greene, and passed by the following vote to authorize the City Manager and City Attorney to take whatever steps they think necessary to protect the City's interest. AYES: 5 Council Members: Scotto, Winton, Jennings, Greene, DiLoreto Council Minutes 11/25/75 -9- Councilman Jennings commented on people smoking in the lobby of the Downey Theatre and the lack of supervision by City personnel. Councilman Jennings called for a permanent weekly street cleaning program. He recommended the Director of Public Works submit to the Council at its next meeting the cost to reinstitute the weekly sweeping in residential areas. Councilwoman Scotto commented on her work with the Cerritos College and conducting a survey in the 4th Councilmanic District. Councilwoman Scotto advised she will be attending the National League of Cities Congress in Florida, leaving November 29th and returning December 4th. Commenting on the Space Utilization Study, Councilwoman Scotto suggested a study session with department heads to discuss the plan and their ideas and then meet again with the consultants for further discussion. Councilman Jennings mentioned he has requested an executive session. Councilwoman Scotto stated for over two and one-half years she has chaired the Transportation Committee at Cerritos College, which involves eight cities in the college district. She mentioned the cities of Norwalk and LaMirada are providing a service that RTD cannot provide because the funds are not available. - Mayor DiLoreto commented that the ICLAC Technical Advisory Committee is presently studying a new Assembly Bill 1249 which, if enacted, would provide that all County services be performed on a County Service Area through direct cost allocation and would eliminate the problem of subsidizing contract cities. He said Mr. Thompson is a member of that committee. Mr. Thompson advised the Assembly Bill has passed, and the effective date is in January. Mayor DiLoreto explained that by implementing a service area the County tax rate would be reduced about 220. _ At 10:23 a.m. Mayor DiLoreto recessed the meeting to executive session to discuss a personnel matter. The meeting resumed at 10:48 a.m, with all Council Members present. There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 10:48 a.m. Ro,ert L. Shand, City Clerk -Treasurer Jose h E DiLoreto, Mayor Council Minutes 11/25/75 _10-