HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-10-26-76-Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
OCTOBER 26, 1976
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 #3�,44, Ordering Annexation to City
Ltg. Dist. (Annex. 76/38 Meadow Rd.) Adopted 1
Resolution deleting Administrative Assistant/
Parks & Rec. Position & Establishing Volunteer
Services Coordinator Position Not approved 1
Accept the volunteer position to be the
coordinator for the next six months to get
the volunteer program started Approved
3
Adopt recommendation to implement City
Volunteer Services Program with item number 3
deleted on Page 1 (first six months objectives
for professional VoluiMeer Services Coordinator) Approved 3
Minutes: Adjourned Meeting of September 14,
1976; Regular Meeting of October 12, 1976 Approved 3
Agenda Correspondence Item Filed 3
CC #379, Fontana St. bet. Downey & Patton:
Accept improvements & contract changes
Approved 4
Assessment Dist. #119, Orange St.: Accept
improvements
Approved 4
CC #388, Unit 2, Well Site 13, Engine Bldg.:
Accept improvements
Approved 4
General Warrants: #147464 - 147733
#202878 - 202909
Approved 4
Ordinance #515, Amending DMC Repealing Sec.
4101.2 re Public Welfare, Morals & Policy
Adopted 4
Resolution #3345, Restricting Curb Parking
Ely. side of New St. bet. Third St. & Fourth
St. to Two Hrs. from lam to 6pm excepting
Sunday & Holidays
Adopted 4
Resolution #3346, Setting forth Intention to
Approve Amndmt. to Contract bet. Bd. of Admin.
PERS & City Council
Adopted 4
SS Proj. #314, Garfield Ave. N/o Gardendale St.:
Agmt, w/City of South Gate & plans & specs.
Approved 4
CC #402, Independence Park - Grading: Award
contract to West Coast Paving of Covina
Approved 4
Independence Park Master Plan
To be placed on next Agenda 4
Increase in Rubbish Collection Rates,
effective October 1, 1976
Approved 5
Purchase of new Model ITE-3 Mobil Street
Sweeper per Purch. Contr. #207
Approved 5
General Plan Amendment & Zone Change Case #124,
SW Corner Lakewood Bl. & Alameda St.
Hearings set for 11/9/76 5
Request for Reduction in number of Parking
Spaces, 8339 Firestone Bl.: Direct staff
to bring back resolution to waive fee
Approved 5
Replace St. Vance Reynolds in Police Dept.
Approved 5
Section 8 Rental Assistance Program
Taken under submission 6
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COUNCIL MINUTES, OCTOBER 26, 1976
TABLE OF MII= ACTIONS
SUBJECT.,
Council Agenda Procedure
Petition re missing cement sidewalk E/s
approach to Suva Street Bridge
City's Anniversary Celebration - Discussion
re expense for refreshments
Mayor asked for consideration next budget
re adding cassette recorder for Council
Mayor suggested consideration re public
meetings w/Boards & Commissions individually
to discuss policies
Executive Session
Meeting adjourned in memory of Mrs. Louise
Goggin
ACTION•
CM suggested ordinance
to adopt rules
Dir. Pub. Wks.to report back
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MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL i��
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
OCTOBER 26, 1976
The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 7:30 p.m.,
October 26, 1976, in the Council Chambers of the Downey City Hall, Mayor Hazel N.
Scotto presiding.
PRESENT: Council Members:
William L. Greene
Richard M. Jennings, Mayor Pro Tem
Kenneth J. Miller
Theodore H. Jackman
Hazel N. Scotto, Mayor
ALSO PRESENT: Charles W. Thompson, City Manager
Donald B. Robison, Assistant City Manager
Colin Lennard, Acting City Attorney
Ervin Spindel, Director of Community Development
Richard D. Patton, Director of Finance
John T. Neavill, Director of Parks and Recreation
Edwin H. Wood, Fire Chief
G. Pete Stone, Captain, Police Department
Francis E. Carter, Assistant City Planner
Robert R. DeSio, Superintendant, Physical Services Division
Robert L. Shand, City Clerk -Treasurer
Judy McDonnell, Executive Secretary
The Invocation was delivered by Reverend Don Kanaley, First Baptist Church, fol-
lowed by the Flag Salute led by Councilman Jennings.
Mayor Scotto declared that this is the time and place for the public hearing on
Downey City Lighting District Annexation 76/38, Meadow Road. She 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 Councilman Greene, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and so ordered
to receive and file the Affidavits.
Mayor Scotto inquired if the City Clerk had received any written protests or objec-
tions, and the City Clerk replied he had not.
Mayor Scotto inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak in protest
to the Annexation, and there was no response.
It was moved by Councilman Greene, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and passed by
unanimous vote to close the hearing.
RESOLUTION NO. 3344
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 JANU-
ARY 31, 1983. (ANNEXATION 76/38 MEADOW ROAD)
The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, sec-
onded by Councilman Jackman, and so ordered to waive further reading.
It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and passed
by unanimous vote to adopt Resolution No. 3344.
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DOWNEY DELETING THE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT/
PARKS AND RECREATION POSITION AND ESTABLISHING
THE VOLUNTEER SERVICES COORDINATOR POSITION.
The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jennings, sec-
onded by Councilman Greene, and so ordered to waive further reading.
It was moved by Councilman Jennings and seconded by Councilman Greene to adopt
the Resolution. (See later motion, Page 3.)
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Councilman Jennings said Council has not received information from staff which
delineates the title of a volunteer.
Mayor Scotto pointed out that on Page 3 of the recommendation, item IV -A defines
citizen advisory committees.
Councilman Jennings asked if the Museum Board members are volunteers.
Mr. Neavill explained there are all kinds of volunteers that contribute directly
and indirectly to the City and its affiliate organizations, and he thinks it should be
the Council's determination to decide whether any of the co -sponsored groups are to be
considered within this definition; or, if the Council desires, it would be possible to
go organization by organization, person by person, to define who are volunteers. Fur-
ther, he stated it is staff's suggestion that co -sponsored organizations would not be
defined as registered but as unregistered volunteers.
Councilman Jennings asked if unregistered volunteers would be subject to Worker's
Compensation.
Mr. Neavill replied they would not be subject to Worker's Compensation, and it is
staff's feeling the City should start out slowly and limit its exposure.
Councilman Jennings stated he does not agree with unregistered volunteers not
being permitted to participate in Worker's Compensation.
Councilman Miller indicated he would like to have a legal interpretation of the
financial impact this would have on the City; that if someone were injured what would be
the City's position.
Mr. Lennard explained that if the volunteers are designated as employees they
would fall under the Worker's Compensation Provisions and the City will have to cover
them for any injuries they sustain on the job. He suggested holding the resolution
relative to Worker's Compensation until discussing this with City Attorney Sorensen.
Councilman Jackman reminded the Council that he suggested a volunteer serve as a
coordinator, and he inquired about the gentleman that was interviewed for the position.
Mr. Neavill said he feels the gentleman is very well qualified and is willing to
give in excess of 20 hours a week. Also, he indicated the gentleman seems to know most
of the principles of community organization as it pertains to volunteer coordination.
Councilman Jackman stated if the program can be started with a volunteer do-
ordinator, then the background cati be used to make the final determination when estab-
lishing pay for the position.
Mayor Scotto stated her concern that the 000xdinato�: will not have enough knowl-
edge in this field to pull this all together, and the program will either go or not go
depending or. the .coordinator. She said the program will be a monumental task in the
beginning and will require more than 20 hours a week.
Councilman Greene indicated he is not in favor of putting someone on the payroll
at this time, and he would rather begin with a volunteer to get the program started.
He said he has talked to many volunteers in the City who are concerned that a Coordinator
will be telling them how to run programs that have been working well for years.
Mayor Scotto inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak to this
matter.
Mr. Tom McCart, 10216 Pangborn Avenue, stated a volunteer program can work and be
successful; a volunteer as the coordinator. has merit but will require more than 20
hours a week; and background and experience should be considered when selecting the
000rdinator.
Ms. Barbara Bradley, Director of Volunteer Services, Rancho Los Amigos Hospital,
speaking in favor of the volunteer program said the intent is not to go in and tell
others what to do but to recruit, train, and orient registered volunteers to assist the
City in providing services or channels of communications so that the citizens of Downey
can participate in their government. Further, she feels this program will not take away
from her program at Rancho. Ms. Bradley stated the coordinator. position is more than a
4-hour a'week job and needs the status of a paid employee who in most cases is a depart-
ment head. She pointed out that her program at Rancho is more than paid for by the
services of its volunteers.
Mrk. Signi Van Hoeven, 8533 East Donovan Street, spoke regarding the volunteer
work she is doing in the City' and of the organizations that are operated by volunteers.
Councilman Jennings left the meeting at 8:19 p.m.
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Mrs. Van. Hoeven commented on the need for a paid coordinator. 51560
Councilman Jennings returned to the meeting at 8:21 p.m.
Mrs. Jeanette Paumier, 9276 Downey Avenue, discussed her activity in volunteer
work and of the successful programs being manned by volunteers. She said a volunteer
program can be of benefit to the City, to every volunteer, and every .citizen, but has
to be organized and run correctly.
Mrs. Carolyn Hewitt, 8015 Brookgreen Road, cited the need for a paid coordinator
who will run a well -organized program.
Councilman Jennings said he would not want to use Revenue Sharing Funds for sala-
ries in the City --the resolution establishing the Volunteer Services Coordinator
should be rewritten.
Councilman Jackman indicated he feels the Council should accept the volunteer who
is willing to start the program for the next s,ix months.
It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Jennings, and passed
by the following vote to make a substitute motion to accept the volunteer position to
be the coordinator_�for the next six months and get the Volunteer Program started.
Discussion ensued.
Mayor Scotto stated the Coordinator. has to have the proper type of background or
the program will not work, and she would not be in favor of the motion. She said the
gentleman involved does not have the type of background for a qualified Volunteer
Coordinator;
Mr. Thompson mentioned he would like to clarify this matter.
Councilman Jennings said the City Manager would make the clarifying remarks over
his objection.
Mr'. Thompson explained there are four basic recommendations, one of which was to
appoint a professional Volunteer Services Coorditator,,'and this motion would delete
that from the recommendation and insert in place of that a volunteer for the Coordinator.
position.. He said he would assume the Council would want to vote separately on the other
aspects of the program.
Roll call vote:
AYES: 4 Council Members: Greene, Jennings, Miller, Jackman
NOES: 1 Council Member: Scotto
Mr. Thompson asked for Co+incil direction on the goals and objectives of the of the
program.
It was moved by Councilman Jennings and seconded by Councilman Greene to adopt the
goals and objectives for the City Volunteer Services Program, with the understanding
that no action will be taken until the City Manager determines the City's exposure.
Following further discussion, it was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Coun-
cilman Greene, and passed by the following vote to adopt the recommendation to implement
the City Volunteer Services Program with item number three deleted on page one (first six
months objectives for professional Volunteer Services Coordinator),..
With the consent of the second, Councilman Jennings withdrew his motion to adopt
the goals and objectives.
Roll call vote:
AYES: 5 Council Members: Greene, Jennings, Miller, Jackman, Scotto
Removal of Items from Consent Calendar
It was moved by Councilman Greene, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and passed by
unanimous vote to approve the Consent Calendar:
Minutes of Adjourned Regular Meeting of'September 14, 1976 and Regular Meeting of
October 12, 1976.
Correspondence from Public Utilities Commission regarding Application of Southern
California Water Company for increase in rates in its Central Basin District. (Appli-
cation No. 56158).
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on °7
Cash Contract No. 379, Fontana Street between Downey Avenue and Patton Road:
Accept improvements completed; approve contract changes at a net cost of $417,12;
and accept the responsibility for maintenance thereof.
Assessment District No. 119, Orange Street: Accept improvements completed and
responsibility for maintenance thereof.
Cash Contract No. 388, Unit 2, Well Site 13, Engine Building: Accept improve-
ments constructed.
General Warrants: #147464-147733• #202878 - 202909: $525 110.24.
ORDINANCE NO, 515
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
AMENDING THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE BY REPEALING SECTION
4101.2, WHICH SAID SECTION RELATES TO PUBLIC WELFARE
MORALS, AND POLICY.
The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Miller, seconded
by Councilman Jackman, and so ordered to waive further reading.
It was moved by Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and passed by
unanimous vote to adopt Ordinance No. 515.
RESOLUTION NO. 3345
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
RESTRICTING CURB PARKING ALONG THE EASTERLY SIDE OF NEW
STREET BETWEEN THIRD STREET AND FOURTH STREET TO TWO
HOURS FROM 7 A.M. TO 6 P.M., EXCEPTING SUNDAY AND HOLIDAYS.
The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Greene, seconded
by Councilman Miller, and so ordered to waive further reading.
It was moved by Councilman Greene, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and passed by
unanimous vote to adopt Resolution No. 3345.
RESOLUTION NO. 3346
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
SETTING FORTH ITS INTENTION TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO
CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE
PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM AND THE SAID CITY
COUNCIL.
The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jackman, sec-
onded by Councilman Miller, and so ordered to waive further reading.
It was moved by Councilman Greene, seconded by Mayor Scotto, and passed by unani-
mous vote to adopt Resolution No. 3346.
It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Mayor Scotto, and passed by unani-
mous vote to approve the Agreement with the City of South Gate and plans and specifi-
cations for S. S. Project No. 314, Garfield Avenue, north of Gardendale Street.
Following a summation of bids, it was moved by Councilman Greene, seconded by
Councilman Jackman, and passed by unanimous vote to award Cash Contract No. 402 Inde-
pendence Park - Grading, in the amount of the unit prices bid, to West Coast Paving of
Covina, the lowest and best bidder.
The Director of Parks and Recreation was instructed to have placed on the next
Agenda for Council review the Master Plan for Independence Park.
Mayor Scotto declared that this is an informal hearing for information concern-
ing the formula for Increase in Rubbish Collection Rates in accordance with the Agree-
ment dated October 1, 1974. She inquired if the Director of Public Works had a report
to render on the proposed increase.
Mr. Spindel commented on the formula and equipment expense factor used to arrive
at the recommended 19 cents increase for single family and multiple dwelling units
which was unanimously approved by the Health and Environmental Sanitation Committee.
It was noted the franchise fee paid by the contractor is $6500 per zone, or $13,000.
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It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Greene, and passed by
the following vote to approve an increase in rubbish rates for each residential unit,
effective October 1, 1976.
Councilman Jennings questioned the use of Orange County cities in the comparison
since they do not pay dumping fees.
Mr. DeSi0 stated the cities selected compare socially and economically to Downey.
Mayor Scotto inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak to this mat-
ter, and there was no response.
It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Greene, and so ordered
to close the informal hearing.
Roll call vote on motion to approve the increase in rubbish. rates:
AYES: 5 Council Members: Greene, Jennings, Miller, Jackman, Scotto
It was moved by Councilman Jennings, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and passed by
the following vote to approve the Purchase of a new Model ITE-3 Mobil Street Sweeper
per Purchase Contract No. 207.
Councilman Jennings suggested reducing street sweeping to every third week and said
he would not be in favor of purchasing a new sweeper until this has been tried.
Councilman Greene asked if the old sweeper would be worth keeping.
Mr. Spindel replied yes, it is staff's intention to keep the old sweeper for City
personnel to rebuild for future use. Commenting further, he said sweeping every third
week was discussed during budget deliberations, and the feeling was it would not save
that much money because it would still require sweepers and personnel.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Greene, Miller, Jackman, Scotto
NOES: 1 Council Member: Jennings
There being no objections, it was so ordered by Mayor Scotto to set hearings on
General Plan Amendment and Zone Change Case No. 124, Southwest corner Lakewood Boule-
vard and Alameda Street, for 7:30 p.m., November 9, 1976, in the Council Chambers of
the Downey City Hall.
Request for Reduction in required number of Parking Spaces 8339 Firestone Boulevard.
Mr. Spindel commented on the Municipal Code provision, whereby the Council may levy
payment of not less than $2500 for each parking space, or the City Council may waive the
amount. Such waivers, he said, have been granted in the past; the Planning Commission
has reviewed this matter and is requiring eleven spaces. Mr. Spindel mentioned any
parking requirement has to be waived by resolution.
It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Greene, and passed by
unanimous vote to direct staff to bring back a resolution to waive the fee.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
Mr. Thompson requested authorization to Replace Sergeant Vance Reynolds in the
Police Department, who has been approved for disability retirement. He said if the author-
ization is approved, it would mean the promotion of one of the Police Officers to Sergeant
and then replacement of that vacancy occurring in the rank of Police Officer. He noted the
Sergeant position would be carried through this disability period until August 2, 1977, at
which time Sergeant Reynolds will retire.
Mayor Scotto commented on the number of complaints she has received regarding the lack
of public relations by some of the Police Officers and asked if it is possible to hire
people with more background in public relations.
Mr. Thompson advised there is a very rigid screening process for all new officers and
they are required to go through training in public relations. He said he would like to be
informed if officers have not acted accordingly.
It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Greene, and passed by
unanimous vote to approve the request to replace Sergeant Vance Reynolds.
Mr. Thompson commented on the Section 8 Rental Assistance Program, which would work
through the County Housing Authority, and because of the size of the program, he does not
believe it would pay for the City to attempt to administer the program. In essence, he
stated, the program permits a person meeting the qualifications (62 years of age or over,
disabled or handicapped, and a gross annual income in conformance with the Housing Author-
ity occupancy policy) to be certificated and required to find his own housing, which would
have to be approved and meet code standards as to sufficiency and monthly rental amount.
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Then, Mr. Thompson said, if the landlord approved the program, and a lease agreement was
entered into between the landlord and tenant, the landlord would receive the difference
between 25 percent of the net income and the amount of the rental. He noted the program
was approved by Congress about a year ago.
Responding to questions of the Council, Mr. Thompson said it is anticipated approxi-
mately 90 slots would be the maximum for Downey but would vary depending on the funding
the County would have through the Section 8 financing. Also, he indicated this program
works in a supplemental way with the program objectives under the Housing and Community
Development Act but has little to do with rehabilitation of housing. Mr. Thompson cited
the requirements that would have to be met under the program and said if the City were
to administer the program, it would probably take a minimum of two or three people. He
pointed out that. the City can withdraw from the program upon 30-day notice. Mr. Thompson
responded to further questions of the Council regarding eligibility under the program.
Discussion followed.
Councilman Miller suggested this program might be used to supplement the Housing
and Community Development Act in upgrading substandard property.
Mayor Scotto said she would Like to have more information regarding the formula
Further discussion ensued.
Councilman Jackman said a study should be made of other cities to see if they have
had any problems and how long they have been under the program.
Councilman Greene indicated this is one more unit of bigger government coming in
and telling Downey what to do.
Mayor Scotto concurred and indicated she would like to know more about the formula,
what it would entail, what it would cost the City to administer the program, and how the
program is working in other areas.
It was moved by Councilman Jackman to take this matter under submission.
Councilman Jennings mentioned he is against any form of HUD housing.
Taken under submission.
ORAL COMMUNICATION
Mr. Spindel advised the Council that a staff member handcarried five applications
to Seattle on the Public Works Act, and Downey was number 33 in the region to submit its
applications.
Commenting on a memorandum from Councilman Greene regarding Council Agenda Procedure
Councilman Jennings suggested that after the Council Members receive the Agenda, they
should call the department head involved or City Manager to have any questions answered,
If that does not appeal to the Council, he said, he would suggest an Agenda meeting on
Monday at 5:00 p.m. preceding each Council meeting.
Mr. Thompson informed the Council he will have additional material on the subject in
the next few days.
Councilman Jackman noted he does question the City Manager on the Agend4; however,
during the Council meetings when he hears comments from the Council he has other questions.
He said there are other ideas which he thinks should be investigated, and if items on the
Agenda are going to be taken out of order, then that should be considered before estab-
lishing the Agenda,
Councilman Greene indicated he thinks one of the problems is allowing the public to
speak too long and perhaps a five or ten minute limit should be established.
Councilman Miller pointed out that the Charter provides the Council can adopt reason-
able rules.
Mr. Thompson stated the Charter empowers the Council to adopt rules, but there must
be an ordinance under which these rules can be adopted. He said the City Attorney was
going to prepare an ordinance but he has been on vacation.
Mr. Lennard advised that public input has been a continuing debate among cities
holding Agenda meetings, and the meetings are still subject to the Brown Act, although
without making decisions there usually is not the need for public input. However, he
said, if some member of the public wishes to make input, they can be allowed on a
limited basis.
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Councilman Greene inquired regarding the status of a Skateboard Ordinance.
Mr. Thompson replied he cannot provide any update at this time.
Councilman Greene suggested changing the date of the City's Anniversary Celebration
tq a night during the previous week.
Mayor Scotto commented on the reasons the Saturday evening was selected.
Councilman Miller requested each Council Member and the City Manager to provide
him with their ideas on what the Independent Cities of California should consider dur-
ing this coming year. He said he will be attending a meeting Thursday evening.
Councilman Miller also requested a report back on the Petition concerning the Miss-
ing Cement Sidewalk on the east side approach to the Suva Street Bridge.
Mr. Spindel said he will report back next meeting.
Mr. Thompson requested an Executive Session to discuss negotiation parameters.
Councilman Jackman stated inasmuch as the Congress and President of the United States
issued a proclamation naming the week of November 21st as National Family Week, he would
suggest a press release asking the citizens to do whatever is appropriate to observe
Family Week.
Councilman Jackman inquired regarding the Report on Signs. He noted the hearing
will be held November loth, and he would like to receive the report before that time.
Mr. Thompson mentioned that in order to make the City's Anniversary Celebration a
success, an appropriation of approximately $1500 will be needed for refreshments, which
was not included in the Budget and would have to be funded out of the unappropriated
reserve.
Councilman Jackman asked for a report on how much money has been spent on expense
of going to the League of California Cities and other meetings, how much the Sister City
Committee is spending and what . is included in the Budget, and how much is appropria-
ted for the Guadalajara representatives' trip to Downey at Christmas time.
Mayor Scotto said refreshments will be needed for the anniversary celebration.
Mr. Thompson said he will explore the possibility of working this out with the
Second Century Foundation.
Mayor Scotto asked that consideration be given to adding one cassette recorder for
the City Council in next year's Budget.
Mayor Scotto advised that the Mayor's Conference Room is available for conferences
to all of the Council Members. She also stated the League of California Cities Board
Meetings are open to any of the Council who wants to attend. She asked that the Minutes
from Independent Cities continue to be circulated among the City Council.
Mayor Scotto suggested the Council consider public meetings with the Boards and
Commissions individually to discuss policies.
Mayor Scotto reported on her Trip to Guadalajara. She noted the Sister City Com-
mittee has been having second thoughts about the exchange of students and the possibility
of changing the date the Guadalajara representatives come to Downey. She said Mr. Scott
Temple will be bringing this back to the Committee for discussion in detail. One sug-
gestion, she mentioned, was to have a year long student exchange.
At 10:25 p.m., Mayor Scotto recessed the meeting to Executive Session to discuss
negotiation parameters. The meeting resumed at 11:35 p.m. with all Council Members
present.
There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was
adjourned at 11:35 p.m. in memory of Mrs. Louise Goggin, who passed away on October 21,
1976.
Robert L. and, City Clerk -Treasurer
HazeScotto, Mayor
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