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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-07-12-77-Regular Meeting__..;1L (LF IriE C-'7Y OF DJai',ti?v JP: T'ALLE OF M 1I` ii l E A C T- ON AC`I'IOIJ: PA^E �d0. j^Jve, Ten, Fifteen & Twenty Year Employee Awards Re;:a ution3423, Apprvg. Apptmt. of Willis R. Iianes to Board of Building Appeals Resolution ,7#3424, Apprvg. Apptmt. of Dorothy B. But'_er to L, Ccunty-Dcwney Regional Public Recreation Area Comm. (Golf Course Authority) ?✓irn tes, Rcralar Meeting June 28, 1977 General Warrants ,#153784 - 154067 � 203649 - 203688 Agreement w/County for checking Tract Maps & Parcel Maps Recess to Executive Session Ordinance Amending DMC re Map Checking Fees Ordnance n527, Adding Part 7A_, Sec. 6573 - 6573.6 to Chptr. 5, Art. VI, DMC, re Arcades Ordinance T528, Amending DMC re Electrical Code Orr.inarr,:e 7#529, Au-,h. Re. -:.mbar ,^ment of Certain IrLr,<?muri Expenses incurred by each Dlember of City Council & Repealing Ord. r465 Resolution 3425, Apprvg. Corporate Existence & F�rposes of City of Downey Water Facilities Corp. & Proposed method of financing water sys. Ordinance Apprvg, Lease & Sublease bet. City & C cy cf Downey Water Facilities Corp. Resolution n3426, Creating Revolving Fund for Censt. of-Imprvmts. in Publ c R/W & Rescinding Res. �'_198 Resolution n3427, Changing Compensation of City Attorney Downey Private Contract #104, Sanitary Sewer Const. W/s Brookshire & N/o Florence: Accept dedication & improvements 1 Adcpted 2 Adopted 2 Al,roved 2 Approved 2 Aocrcved 2 2 Tntr•odu c e d 2 Adopted 2 Adopted 3 Adopted , Adcpted Introduced 3 Adopted Adopted 4 Approved 4 Report on Funding of Sidewalk Constracticn on Florence E/o Lester•ford & Lakewood S/o Florence Presented for info & filing Resolution 342", Apprvg. MOU w/DCEA for 1977-78 & 1978-79 Adopted Apptmt. cf Martin F. Wynne as Director of Finance Approved City's Liability Insar•ance Coverage 1977-78 Presentation tc be made next ,rtg. ,, n-t r^ ,.:er Insurance Authcs•i ty Agreement: AL)--h. City to execute Apprcved Joint Pcwers Authority: Councilman Jackman aa-joirated as de,egflve & Mir. Thompson appointed alternate R;ef.'.rt cr, Tar. Imi act. Study Agree:r.ent with Munscipal Services, Inc., re Neighborhood Rehabilitation Assistance Program Staff Reports: E. Spindel responds to complaints re fl.ve locations in the City Study session on Comp. Zoning Ord. changed frorr 7/14 to 5:30. 7/18 Discussion re alternate method of recognizing employees' tenure w/City Req. for Police Chief response to "Letter to Editor" article in Southeast News Letter from Mrs. Sirr•ine re May 23rd Meeting adj. in memory or Reno Sirrine Meeting adj. to 7/18 for Study of Comp.Zng.Ord. (Page 1 cf 1) Approved :resented for infcrnatron cniy Taken under submissicr. No action Read by Mayor 1, 4 4 4 5 5 6 7 7 7 7 7 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY" OF DOWNEY JULY 12, 1977 The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 7:30 p.m., July 12, 1977, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, Mayor Richard M. Jennings presiding. PRESENT: Council Members: Kenneth J. Miller William L. Greene, Mayor Pro Tem .... Theodore H. Jackman Hazel N. Scotto Richard M. Jennings, Mayor ALSO PRESENT: Charles W. Thompson, City Manager Donald B. Robison, Assistant City Manager Royal M. Sorensen, City Attorney Ervin Spindel, Director of Community Development Ron Irwin, Battalion Chief Fire Dept.. William A. Goggin, City Planner Martin Wynne, Director of Finance Loren D. Morgan, Police Chief Joe Ciraulo, Personnel Officer James R. Jarrett, Recreation Supt. of Parks and Russ K. Reynolds, ManagerofProcurement Robert L. Shand, City Clerk --Treasurer Jeanne Cook, Deputy City Clerk -Treasurer Recreation Dept. The Invocation was delivered by Councilman Theodore H. Jackman, followed by the Flag Salute led by Mrs. Signe Van Heaven. Mayor Jennings announced that Council is honored to have Assemblyman Bruce Young of the 63rd District in attendance. Following a brief address to Council and the distribution of a report recapping his first six months activities, Assemblyman Young presented a Resolution conveying best wishes from Senator William Campbell and himself to former Mayor Hazel N. Scotto on her years of service. Mrs. Scotto was commended for her outstanding record, diligent and devoted service to the City and congratulated for her exemplary record of achievement as Mayor of the City of Downey. With the assistance of Council Members Scotto, Jackman, Miller and Greene, Mayor Jennings presented Five, Ten, Fifteen and Twenty Year Awards to the following employees: Five Year Awards Barbara Walker, Fire Thomas Barnes, Police Larry Crabtree, Police Betty Hardison, Police Timothy Young, Police Ten. Year Awards Vito Grosso, Fire Louis Jevas, Fire Robert McDearmon, Fire Dwight Hooker, Police John Lynch, Police Fifteen Year Awards Clarence Baloun, Fire Raymond Graesser, Fire Charles Ruhlen, Fire Helen Clark, City Management Twentv Year Awards Royal M. Sorensen, City Attorney Joseph Guthrie, Police James Mann, Police Loren Morgan, Police Claudia Dailey, Library _. Samuel Kouri, Community Development Greg Mayfield, Public Works Andrew Ramirez, Public Works George Zito, Public Works Eric Baca, Public Works Wayne Rector, Police Eunice Swartley, Library Francis Cochran, Parks Mary McDonald, Finance Russell Reynolds, Finance Nicholas D'Amore, Community Development Ervin Spindel, Director, Public Works/ Community Development Christine Polopolus, Finance Alfred Soule, Police William Goggin, City Planner/Community Development George Snyder, Police Council Minutes 7/12/77 -1- �5797 RESOLUTION NO. 3423 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF WILLIS R. HANES TO THE BOARD OF BUILDING APPEALS The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Greene, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Greene, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by unanimous vote to adopt Resolution No. 3423. RESOLUTION NO. 3424 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF DOROTHY B. BUTLER AS A MEMBER OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY-DOiNTNEY REGIONAL PUBLIC RECREATION AREA COMMISSION (Golf Course Authority) The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by unanimous vote to adopt Resolution No. 3424. Mayor Jennings inquired if any Member of Council or anyone in the audience wished to have any item in the Consent Calender removed, and there was no response. It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by the following vote to approve the Consent Calendar: Minutes: Regular Meeting of June 28, 1977. General Warrants: #153784 - 154067. #203649 - 203688: $729,894.49. Agreement with Los Angeles County for checking Tract Maps and Parcel Maps. AYES: 5 Council Members: Miller, Greene, Jackman, Scotto, Jennings ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (Items not on Agenda) Mayor Jennings inquired if there was anyone present who wished to address the City Council regarding an item not on the Agenda. There was no response. At 7:55 p.m. Mayor Jennings recessed the meeting to executive session to discuss personnel matters and possible litigation. The meeting resumed at 9:12 p.m. with all Council Members present. ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING SECTIONS 9226, 9226.1, 9226.2 and 9226.3 OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE, WHICH SAID SECTIONS RELATE TO MAP CHECKING FEES The Ordinance 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 Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by the following vote to introduce the Ordinance. AYES: 5 Council Members: Miller, Greene, Jackman, Scotto, Jennings ORDINANCE NO. 527 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ADDING PART 7 A CONSISTING OF SECTIONS 6573 THROUGH 6573.6 TO CHAPTER 5 OF ARTICLE VI OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE, ALL OF WHICH SAID SECTIONS RELATE TO ARCADES The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, 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. 527. Council Minutes 7/12/77 -2- ORDINANCE NO. 528 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING SECTION 8429 OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE, WHICH SAID SECTION RELATES TO THE ELECTRICAL CODE The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by unanimous vote to adopt Ordinance No. 528. ORDINANCE NO. 529 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AUTHORIZING THE REIMBURSEMENT OF CERTAIN MINIMUM EXPENSES INCURRED BY EACH MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 465 The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Miller, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Miller, and passed by the following vote to adopt Ordinance No. 529. AYES: 3 Council Members: Miller, Greene, Scotto NOES: 2 Council Members: Jackman, Jennings RESOLUTION NO. 3425 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE CORPORATE EXISTENCE AND PURPOSES OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY WATER FACILITIES CORPORATION AND THE PROPOSED METHOD OF FINANCING THE WATER SYSTEM The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Miller, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Greene, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 3425. AYES: 5 Council Members: Miller, Greene, Jackman, Scotto, Jennings ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THAT CERTAIN LEASE AND SUBLEASE BETWEEN SAID CITY AND THE CITY OF DOWNEY WATER FACILITIES CORPORATION It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by unanimous vote to introduce the Ordinance. RESOLUTION NO. 3426 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY CREATING A REVOLVING FUND FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF IMPROVEMENTS IN PUBLIC RIGHTS OF WAY AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 1198 The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Greene, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Greene, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by unanimous vote to adopt Resolution No. 3426. Mayor Jennings inquired if this is the same type of revolving fund used for sidewalks. Mr. Spindel explained it is the same fund; the resolution would empower the City to use this fund for paying property owners cost and undergrounding, then be reimbursed by assessment. The original money being appropriated by City Council automatically is replaced by payments that come in from the assessments. Each year Council puts more money into the fund, (Capital Improvement Fund), because not all of the expenses are reimbursed. Council Minutes 7/12/77 -3- .6 99 In response to additional questions by Council, Mr. Wynne pointed out the funds are appropriated in the Capital Projects Fund Budget and the unencumbered balance of the appropriation is shown as a line item at the end of June. The unencumbered balance is dropped and reappropriated each year. The appropriation lapses, however the money is still being received for assessments from previous years. Councilman Miller asked how the service relocations have been funded and how much is out in assessments at this point in time. Mr. Spindel said there had not been many service relocations in the past; that there is between ten to fifteen thousand dollars out in the form of assessments over a period of years. A reporting can be given to Council. Councilman Greene asked for running totals and suggested the sidewalk and service relocation funds be separated. RESOLUTION NO. 3427 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY CHANGING THE COMPENSATION OF ROYAL M. SORENSEN, CITY ATTORNEY The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Greene, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Miller, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 3427. AYES: 5 Council Members: Miller, Greene, Jackman, Scotto, Jennings It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and passed by unanimous vote to accept dedication and improvements completed under Downey Private Contract No. 104, Sanitary Sewer Construction, W/s Brookshire Ave. and N/o Florence Ave. Mr. Spindel reviewed the Funding of Sidewalk Construction Report for the area of Florence Avenue East of Lesterford/Lakewood Boulevard South of Florence Avenue. The Report was presented for information and filing. RESOLUTION NO. 3428 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE DOWNEY CITY EMPLOYEES' ASSOCIATION FOR THE FISCAL YEARS 1977-78 AND 1978-79 The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Miller, and passed by unanimous vote to adopt Resolution No. 3428. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT Mr. Thompson announced the appointment of Mr. Martin F. Wynne to the position of Director of Finance, and requested Council approval. Mr. Wynne is currently Manager of Financial Systems and Acting Director of Finance. The appointment will be effective July 3, 1977, at a salary of $2300 per month. It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by unanimous vote to approve the appointment of Martin F. Wynne as Director of Finance. Mr. Thompson said the Director of Finance and Manager of Procurement will present an update on the City's Liability Insurance Coverage for 1977-78. A full presentation and recommendation will be made next meeting. Mr. Wynne provided an update regarding negotiations for the Liability Insurance Program for 1977-78. He mentioned there is a one month extension through July, and a decision will have to be made at the Council Meeting of July 26th. Mr. Wynne stated the City currently has a self -insured retention policy of up to $50,000 for each occurrence and $150,000 aggregate for the year; the Stop Gap coverage over and above that is $250,000 to $1,000,000; and an Excess policy over $1,000,000 to $2,000,000. He said the three categories are covered by three different companies, and he noted the premium for obtaining coverage from $1,000,000 to $5,000,000 is estimated at $50,000. Mr. Wynne pointed out there are two other categories being considered for self -insured retention: $75,000 to $225,000 and $100,000 to $300,000. Council Minutes 7/12/77 -4- Mr. Reynolds explained it is anticipated the negotiated amount of $85,727 for base coverage up to $250,000 self -insured retention will be reduced if the City takes on greater self -insured retention. Mr. Thompson suggested the Council might want to also discuss at this time the Contract Cities Joint Powers Insurance Authority. The request, he said, is if the Councilwishes to consider the program at this time, there should at least be a com- mitment to have a survey made. Mr. Reynolds concurred and said if the City wishes to avail itself to the oppor- tunity of participating in the insurance pool, it will require Council action tonight, which will entail Council approving expenditures of a maximum of $3,000 for the consult- ing firm to survey the City's exposure and insurance history. He noted approximately 30 cities have either signed up or indicated they will sign up as of this week, which is the deadline. Mr. Reynolds explained the consultants will compile an insurance package; in October, they will come back with the insurance package informing the City what its pro rats share of the premium will be; and then, the City Council will have the oppor- tunity to either reject or affirm its position to stay in the program. He noted coverage is expected to start in April, 1978. Responding to questions, Mr. Thompson explained a few Charter Cities have signed up. however, the program consists mostly of Contract Cities. He indicated it is his under- standing the County has increased the amount of its contracts with the Contract Cities because of the costs of liability insurance. Mayor Jennings said he cannot conceive of Contract Cities being agreeable to take a full -service City in the program when there is possible liability for public safety. Mr. Thompson advised the premium would be prorated accordingly. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Greene, and passed by the following vote to authorize the City to execute the Joint Powers Insurance Authority Agreement. Councilman Miller asked if the City will be privy to the consultant's survey of the other participating cities. Mr. Thompson replied the City can request that information. Mr. Reynolds explained the consulting firm has been working on this for well over a year, and he has been attending meetings on Downey's behalf for approximately four months He saidthe consulting firm has the history on most cities involved, and the City's insurance carriers for the last five years will have to turn over needed information regarding loss history when it is requested by an authorized person. During discussion, he explained there would be sufficient umbrella insurance to protect each enterprise. Mr. Reynolds said, however, if a city has a loss ratio that is not acceptable, under the Joint Powers Agreement that city can be voted out of the agreement by a certain vote of its members or have its premium increased. Mr. Thompson will come out of Member should be as the alternate. said if the agreement is approved, the $3,000 cost to join the Authority the Special Projects Account. Also, he stated, if approved, a Council appointed as the official delegate, and he is requesting he be appointed AYES: 5 Council Members: Miller, -Greene, Jackman, Scotto, Jennings Councilman Jackman volunteered to serve as the City's delegate to the Joint Powers Authority. It was so ordered by the Mayor that Councilman Jackman be appointed to serve as the City's delegate and Mr. Thompson be appointed as the alternate. A Status Report on the Tax Impact Study was presented for information only. No action. Mr. Thompson reported additional help is needed on the Neighborhood Rehabilitation Assistance Program. He requested Council authorization for execution of an Agreement with Municipal Services, Inc., for the assistance of Mr. Manuel De Dios as -the key per- son to be called upon, unless by the City's agreement other personnel is authorized. I°Ir. Thompson indicated the Agreement meets with the City Attorney's approval. He also mentioned one of the earliest tasks in this program is to survey the areas for determin- ing the boundaries and make sure the areas selected for rehabilitation meet legal and economic requirements. Responding to questions, Mr. Thompson said he will be coming back to the Council with a report regarding the employment of a Housing Coordinator. Council Minutes 7/12/77 -5- Mr. Jennings indicated he hopes this program will not be a redevelopment of the downtown area but neighborhood rehabilitation. Councilwoman Scotto favored reactivating the citizen advisory- committee to partici- pate in this program. Mr. Thompson advised the committee can be reactivated; however, in this phase of the program, citizen involvement would not satisfy all of the technical requirements that need to be met at this time. Mayor Jennings pointed out that most of the surrounding cities already have an ongoing loan assistance program for rehabilitation. It was moved by Councilman Greene and seconded by Councilwoman Scotto to authorize execution of an agreement with Municipal Services, Inc. Councilman Miller said he is not opposed to this; however, he would personally like to know what the City will be doing about the Housing Coordinator. Mr. Thompson replied he is in the process of preparing a report to the Council, which will cover that subject and will tie these programs together. He said the report will include an organizational chart. Councilman Jackman stated he would like to take this matter under submission until Council receives the report. Following discussion, Councilman Greene withdrew his motion. Councilwoman Scotto asked that this matter move ahead. With a concurrence of a majority of the Council, the Agreement with Municipal Services, Inc., was taken under submission. STAFF REPORTS Mr. Spindel gave a follow-up report to a citizen request last meeting regarding property at the corner of Rives and Dacosta. He said the exterior has been cleaned up and the case has been referred to the District Attorney because of an illegal garage conversion. - Referring to the complaint of a citizen last meeting regarding repeated vehicle damage to a block wall between properties on Foster Road, Mr. Spindel said attempts have been made to contact the other property owner involved; the damaged wall has been rebuilt; and staff will inform the property owner that under code, he will have to take steps to protect the wall against future vehicle damage. Mr. Spindel stated the property at Old River School Road and Rio Hondo Place is scheduled for hearing before the District Attorney on Julyl8th and involves the con- tinual parking of recreational vehicles at this location. Commenting on the used vehicles parked in the abandoned service station on the southeast corner of Florence and Old River School Road, Mr. Spindel informed the Council this is not a violation of the Zoning Ordinance because it is zoned C-4; however, letters have been written to the property owner involved asking him to take steps to have the automobiles removed. Mr. Spindel indicated the property owner has been informed regarding the problem of Darked vehicles on property at the corner of Imoerial and Downev. Councilman Miller asked if the City has any ordinance pertaining to closed service stations and the period of time in which the tanks must be removed. Mr. Thompson replied that approximately three years ago, an attempt was made to bring an ordinance to the Council regarding steps to be taken specifically on a closed service station or drive-in business, and the Council at that time chose not to proceed. He explained the present ordinance contains a provision on tanks and structural safety of a building, which calls for removal of the tanks within 90 days. Further discussion ensued. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Referring to the property at Rives and Dacosta, Councilman Greene inquired regard- ing the time span in which action is taken after a violation of the Building Code has been turned over to the District Attorney's Office. Mr. Spindel replied it is a slow process. Council Minutes 7/12/77 -6- :58�2 Councilman Greene then asked if the City installed the sign on the Coy chiropractor building. Mr. Spindel replied yes and letters have been written. He noted the reason these two properties were turned over to the District Attorney is hopefully the Judge will require the property owners to bring their properties up to Code. Councilman Greene mentioned he will have to be in E1 Monte Thursday evening, July 14th, at 7:00 p.m. to attend the Sub -Area Council meeting; also, Councilman Jackman will be out of town that day and will not return in time for the 5:00 p.m. Adjourned Council Meeting. He asked if the Adjourned Meeting for study session on the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance could be changed to another date. The Council set 5:30 p.m., July 18, 1977, for the study session on the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance. Councilman Greene indicated he would Like to meet briefly with the Police Chief and City Attorney following tonight's meeting. Councilman Greene suggested another method of recognizing employees' tenure with the City rather than presenting service pin awards. Chief Morgan mentioned the memorandum for employees to attend tonight's meeting was not received until yesterday afternoon. Councilwoman Scotto concurred with Councilman Greene. Mr. Thompson admitted there are a number of things in the personnel program that need to be re-examined. Councilwoman Scotto requested a report from the Police Chief pertaining to a "Letter to the Editor" article appearing in tonight's Southeast News regarding Police response to a burglary call. Chief Morgan stated he will review and report back. Councilwoman Scotto commented the City of Cerritos is using reclaimed water, and she asked about the status of -a Water Replenishment Program in the City of Downey. Mr. Spindel replied staff has not received word from the Water Replenishment District as to whether there will be any of the water available. He pointed out this is a complex matter involving State health regulations for mixing the water; under present drought conditions since the water has to be mixed with water from the Metropolitan Water District (MWD), the reclaimed water is running out because there is no MWD water available at this time. Mayor Jennings read a letter from Mrs. Ann Sirrine expressing gratitude to the Council for its tribute in adjourning the City Council Meeting of May 23, 1977, in memory of her husband, Reno Sirrine. At 10:40 p.m., the meeting was adjourned to 5:30 p.m., July 18, 1977, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, for study session on the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance. It was noted the July 18th meeting will be adjourned to 6:30 p.m., July 26, 1977, for a Presentation by Supervisor Baxter Ward on Rapid Transit. Robert L. Shand, City -Clerk -Treasurer Jenn: Council Minutes 7/12/77 -7-