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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-07-26-77-Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY JULY 26, 1977 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 #3429, Ordering Vacation of Portions of Laura St. Ely. of Old River School Rd. Adopted 1 Lot Cleaning Assessments Affirmed 2 Minutes: Regular Mtg. July 12, 1977; Adj. Regular Mtgs April 11 & 18, 1977 Approved 2 Denial of Legal Claim, Ref. #328 Approved 2 General Warrants #154068 - 154271 #203689 - 203726 Approved 2 Downey Chamber of Commerce Quarterly Report for period April 1 - June 30, 1977 Filed 2 Ordinance #530, Amending DMC re Map Checking Fees Adopted 2 Ordinance ##531, Apprvg. Cert. Lease & Sublease bet. City & City of Downey Water Fee. Corp. Adopted 2 Resolution #3430, Adopting Fire Protection Specialist Classification Adopted 2 Resolution ##3431, Ord. Dir, Comm. Dev. to make Report (Annex. 77/17 - 77/34) Adopted 3 Engineer's Report (Annex. 77/17 - 77/34) Received & filed 3 Resolution #3432, Concurrently withdrawing portion of ZDne II & Decl. Int. to annex to cert. area of City Ltg. Dist. (Annex. 77/17-34) Adopted 3 Resolution #3433, Apprvg. MOU w/Downey Police Officers Assn. for 1977-78 & 1978-79 Adopted as amended 3 Resolution #3434, Apprvg. MOU w/Downey Firemen's Assn. for 1977-78 & 1978-79 Adopted as amended 4 CC #412, Annual Sidewalk Const.: Reject bid Approved 4 Increase City's self -insured retention policy for liability losses not more than $100,000 per claim; not more than $300,000 aggregate; total appropriation for 1977-78 of $457,000; & suppl. appropriation of $257,000 from Gen. Fund Approp. Reserve Failed 4 Increase City's self -insured retention policy for liability losses up to not more than $100,000 per claim & not more than $300,000 agg. Approved 5 Petition to reinstall barricade on Birchdale bet. Lubec & Raviller: Refer to Traffic Comm. & only to come back to Council if rejected by Committee Approved 6 Birchdale bet. Lubec & Raviller: Put up temporary barricade at earliest expediency Approved; staff to make studies 6 Pedestrian access rights at 7509 Sarabeth (Laura, St. frontage): Auth. Mayor to execute Parkway Maint. Agmt. Approved 7 Golf Pro -Manager operation at Rio Hondo Golf Course: Reject all bids & negotiate terms of contract f/Pro Shop, Driving Range, Starter & Cart Rental Approved 7 Page 1. of 2 COUNCIL MINUTES, JULY � 1977 TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTINUED) SUBJECT: Golf Pro -Manager operation at Rio Hondo Golf Course: Auth. On. Greene & Mayor Jennings to sit in on negotiations Communication Agmt. w/City of Compton: Auth. Mayor to sign & auth. Compton to participate in Joint Communication Center ACTION: Approved Approved Class Action against PERS, et al, re Discriminatory Practices re clerical personnel in Police Departments: Auth. City Attorney to proceed w/defense on behalf of Downey Approved Proposal for Neighborhood Rehabilitation Services Progress Report on Tax Impact Study Letter from Jack Robinson re Proposed Business License Increase for Apartment Houses: On. Miller to bring back when Bus. License Ord. is considered Discussion re Pins to City Employees Tahitian Village: On. Jackman cited problem re trucks running freezer unit motors all night & asked for solution Council concurred use of Communicator for notifying community of car pooling & van program City's Community Opinion Survey: Councilwoman Scotto questioned adjusted results Approved Informatinn only Staff to report back PAGE NO. 7 7 8 8 8 8 8 9 9 9 Page 2 of 2 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY JULY 26, 1977 The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 7:30 p.m., July 26, 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 Martin Wynne, Director of Finance John T. Neavill, Director of Parks and 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 Joe Ciraulo, Personnel Officer Russ K. Reynolds, Manager of procurement Charles H. Goldstein, Personnel Negotiator Robert L. Shand, City Clerk -Treasurer Judy McDonnell, Executive Secretary The Flag Salute was led by Mr. Carl Anderson, followed by the Invocation delivered by Councilman Jackman. HEARINGS Mayor Jennings declared that this is the time and place for the public hearing on Vacation of Property on South side of Laura Street easterly of Old River School Road. He inquired if the City Clerk had the Affidavits of Publication and Posting, to which the City Clerk responded in the affirmative. It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and so ordered to receive and file the Affidavits. 'f�jjd'-7 Mr. Spindel reported the Vacation consists of three foot parcels of excess right-of- way, which were dedicated to the City quite a few years ago, and at that time, Laura Street was shown as 30 feet from the centerline as right-of-way. Then, he said, Laura Street was narrowed to 22 feet, leaving the excess, and it is recommended these parcels be dedicated back to the property owners. Mayor Jennings inquired if the City Clerk had received any written correspondence, and the City Clerk replied he had not. Mayor Jennings then inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak in opposition to the Vacation, and there was no response. He asked if there was anyone present who wished to speak in favor, and there was no response. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and passed by unanimous vote to close the hearing. RESOLUTION NO. 3429 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ORDERING THE VACATION OF PORTIONS OF LAURA STREET EASTERLY OF OLD RIVER SCHOOL ROAD The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Greene, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and passed by unanimous vote to adopt the Resolution. Mayor Jennings declared that this is the time and place for the public hearing of protests on Lot Cleaning Assessments. He inquired if the City Clerk had the Affidavit of Publication, to which the City Clerk responded in the affirmative. Council Minutes 7/26/77 -1- It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Greene, and so ordered to receive and file the Affidavit. Mayor Jennings inquired if the City Clerk had received any written protests, and the City Clerk replied he had not. Mayor Jennings then inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak in protest to the Assessments, and there was no response. It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by unanimous vote to close the hearing. It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by unanimous vote to affirm the lot cleaning assessments which have been levied during the previous fiscal year in performance of such work. CONSENT CALENDAR It was moved by Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and passed by the following vote to approve the Consent Calendar: Minutes: Regular Meeting of July 12, 1977; Adjourned Regular Meetings of April 11 And 18, 1977. Denial of Legal Claim: Ref. No. 328, Ludwig Ingerman. General Warrants: #154068 - 154271; #203689 - 203726: $400 125.96. Downey Chamber of Commerce Quarterly Report for period April 1 - June 30, 1977. AYES: 5 Council Members: Miller, Greene, Jackman, Scotto, Jennings ORAL COMMUNICATION (Items not on Agenda) None. ORDINANCES ORDINANCE NO. 530 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 Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Jackman, 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. 530. ORDINANCE NO. 531 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 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 Jackman, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by unanimous vote to adopt Ordinance No. 531. RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION NO. 3430 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ADOPTING THE FIRE PROTECTION SPECIALIST CLASSIFICATION The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Greene, and so ordered to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and passed by unanimous vote to adopt Resolution No. 3430. Council Minutes 7/26/77 -2- RESOLUTION NO. 3431 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 (ANNEXATIONS 77/17 thru 77/34) 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 Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by unanimous vote to adopt Resolution No. 3431, Mr. Spindel reported these lights were required either through Planning Commission action or Section 8100 of the Downey Municipal Code and one is a re -annexation on a subdivision at the corner of Lakewood and Alameda from Zone II to Zone I, which is from commercial to residential. He said the assessed valuation based on the 1976-77 tax rate for Zone I is 12c per $100 assessed valuation; Zone IT is 28c per $100 assessed valuation. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and passed by unanimous vote to receive and file the Engineer's Report. RESOLUTION NO. 3432 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY CONCURRENTLY WITHDRAWING A PORTION OF ZONE II AND 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. (ANNEXATIONS 77/17 THRU 77/34) The Resolution 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 the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 3432. It was noted the Resolution sets the hearing for 7:30 p.m., August 23, 1977. Councilwoman Scotto inquired regarding the use of sodium lights which use much less energy. Mr. Spindel replied the City has been exploring the use of sodium lights with the Edison Company; however, the color of the low pressure sodium lights is objectionable to many people and the cost for conversion would be very high. He pointed out that the City is :Looking at the more high pressure sodium vapor lights because the color is not so objectionable, but places would have to be found where the lights could be installed based on Edison and PUC regulations. Councilwoman Scotto suggested changing the City's code to where the street lights would not be required as part of a zone exception or subdivision. Mayor Jennings suggested Councilwoman Scotto meet with Mr. Spindel to go over this. AYES: 5 Council Members: Miller, Greene, Jackman, Scotto, Jennings RESOLUTION NO. 3433 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE DOWNEY POLICE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION FOR THE FISCAL YEARS 1977-78 AND 1978-79 The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Greene, and so ordered to waive further reading. The following changes were made in the Memorandum of Understanding: Page 1, beginning on the seventh line, the words "which has been represented for the purposes of meeting and conferring under the provisions of the Meyers-Milias- Bro„n Act by CLOCEA, Service Employees International Union Local 690" were deleted. Page 19, paragraph H (1) was deleted. Page 22, Paragraph 8 A, second line, the word "union" was changed to "association." Council Minutes 7/26/77 -3- -669 Page 34, Paragraph &, "Union Responsibility" was changed to "Association Responsibility." It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Greene, and passed by unanimous vote to adopt Resolution No. 3433, as amended. RESOLUTION NO. 3434 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE DOWNEY FIREMEN'S ASSOCIATION FOR THE FISCAL YEARS 1977-78 AND 1978-79 The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Miller, and so ordered to waive further reading. The following changes were made in the Memorandum of Understanding: Page 6, second line under Minimum Manning, add "#19" to "Fire Department General Order." Page 23, last line of Section 2, add "and be paid by the City." Page 22, second line, after the word "employees" add "and family." It was moved by Councilman Greene, seconded by Councilman Miller, and passed by unanimous vote to adopt Resolution No. 3434, as amended. CASH CONTRACTS It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and passed by unanimous vote to reject the bid received for the construction of sidewalks under Cash Contract No. 412 Annual Sidewalk Construction (Account No. 71-15008). COUNCIL ACTIONS Policy on City of Downey Liability Insurance Program It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto and seconded by Councilman Miller to approve increasing the City's self -insured retention policy for liability losses up to not more than $100,000 per claim, not more than $300,000 aggregate of claims paid during any fiscal year; a total appropriation for fiscal year 1977-78 of $457,000; and approve a supple- mental appropriation of $257,000 to Account 10-1420 (Liability Insurance) from the General Fund Appropriated Reserve. Councilman Greene asked that a diagram be drawn on the board outlining the City's insurance program. Councilman Miller inquired about the $57,000 left over in the insurance fund last year Mr. Thompson replied that by the City's Charter, all appropriations lapse at the end of the fiscal year. The amount referred to would have been included in the ending balance of the General Fund. Mr. Thompson then outlined on the board the City's insurance program for 1976-77 and the proposed for 1977-78, including the amount estimated for liability insurance and outstanding claims. This year a reserve of $300,000 is recom- mended, with the reserve being retained and placed into a special reserve fund separate from the General Fund, which would then not have to be reappropriated every year. Mr. Thompson stated the idea behind this is that if it were continued, it would build up a reserve to a point where the interest on the reserve amount would be able to pay off the City's annual losses. Also, he mentioned the Contract Cities Liability Insurance Program, which is being explored, is still a possibility for next year. Mayor Jennings said the City should pay as it goes. He suggested waiting to the end of each year to see what the outstanding claims are, and then appropriate the money. Councilman Jackman stated the Contract Cities Liability Insurance Program is still in the formative stages, and although there are a number of Charter cities involved, it will have to be ascertained what involvement a Charter city is going to have over a Contract city. Discussion followed. AYES: 1 Council Member: Scotto NOES: 4 Council Members: Miller, Greene, Jackman, Jennings Failed. Council Minutes 7/26/77 -4- E Councilman Miller asked that this be considered at the time of the Tax Impact Report. It was moved by Mayor Jennings, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and passed by unani- mous vote to approve increasing the City's self -insured retention policy for Liability losses up to not more than $100,000 per claim and not more than $300,000 aggregate. Petition to reinstall barricade on Birchdale Avenue between Lubec Street and Raviller Drive Mayor Jennings stated that after discussion, he will be making a motion to refer this matter over to the Traffic Committee for study. Mr. Spindel referred to a map presented by the petitioners and explained the street was opened up as a result of a lot split on Birchdale (LS No. 621 just north of 9702 Birchdale). Responding to questions, he said a portion of the width on Birchdale narrows to approximately 18-20 feet, and there is no opening from Lubec to Lakewood. A brief discussion was held regarding the property that juts out into the street. Mayor Jennings asked if there was anyone present who wished to speak to this matter. Mrs. Alice Vartanian, 8603 Lubec Street, cited the increased automobile and truck traffic since the barricade was removed and the difficulty residents have in exiting their driveways. Mrs. Vartanian requested a solution from the City Council and noted the petition is a representation of people who want the barricade reinstalled. Respond- ing to questions, she said most of the trucks that have gone through this area are headed to the west. A discussion took place regarding the posting of truck load limit signs on residen- tial streets. Mr. Carl Anderson, 9221 Tweedy Lane, suggested a barricade where the property juts out into the street (on Birchdale) and mentioned seeing several children nearly struck by vehicles because of that property. He commented on the difficulty people have in exiting their driveways and that the narrow width of the street causes the Police and Fire vehicles to travel very slowly through this area. J Mr,. Dan 0'Dl-, 9801 Birchdale Avenue, at the corner of Lubec, mentioned seeing a Greyhound bus bound for Los Angeles driving down the street in front of his home. He used the chalkboard to illustrate the traffic problems now existing since the barricade was removed. Speaking to the house that juts out into the street, he said the house is elevated about 30 inches above the surface of the street, and as a police officer, he has estimated vehicles traveling both north and south in excess of 80 miles per hour. Mr. 0'D,5- -1 stated reinstalling a barricade at its prior location will control the trucks,Ctraffic, and also the speed. Mr. Stanley Johnson, 9616 Birchdale Avenue, said he lives in the next house south of the property that juts out into the street, and he commented on the quiet atmosphere of the area before the barricade was removed. Now, he said, traffic has increased and cars race through the area, and he has to exercise great caution when exiting. Mr. Johnson favored having the barricade reinstalled. At this time, Mayor Jennings requested a show of hands of people in the audience agreeing with the previous speakers. Mrs. Margaret Fillet, 9904 Birchdale Avenue, mentioned the large trucks that travel through this area. She supported reinstallation of the barricade. Mr. Joe Commodore, 8557 Raviller Drive, cited a near accident he had in front of the property that juts out into the street. He requested the barricade be reinstalled. Responding to questions, Mr. Spindel stated the barricade was removed approximately a year ago. He noted the Traffic Committee meets on August 4th, and he will attempt to have some speed and traffic counts by that time. Councilwoman Scotto said if this matter is going to move along quickly, she would have no objection to waiting for a Traffic Committee report back to the Council. Mayor Jennings requested the City Clerk to prepare a verbatim transcript on this subject for the Traffic Committee, Mr. Spindel said not_ces of the Traffic Committee meeting will be sent to those people who signed the petition or to Mrs. Vartanian who is the petition's sponsor. Mrs. Vartanian stated she would provide notice to t:;*.e residents in the area, and she will be present at the Traffic Committee meeting. Council Minutes 7/26/77 -5- It was moved by Councilman Jackman and seconded by Councilwoman Scotto to refer this matter to the Traffic Committee for report back to the Council. (See motion as restated below.) Councilman Greene explained he used to live in this area at 8569 Lubec Street, and he would like to see a temporary barricade erected tomorrow. Mr. Thompson said if the Council wants a temporary barricade installed it will be done; however, a lot of warning signs notifying motorists of the temporary barricades will also have to be put up. Mr. Sorensen suggested barricades with blinkers and signs with blinkers. Mr. Stan Johnson, 9616 Birchdale Avenue, said the warning signs to be installed after the barricade was taken down were not put up until approximately a week later. Councilwoman Scotto said she sees no need for this to come back to the Council if the Traffic Committee concurs that a barricade be installed; but, it should come back if the Committee rejects it. Councilman Jackman indicated the barricade cannot be put up until the traffic study is completed. Mr. Spindel stated staff can have traffic counts and radar speed studies between now and the Traffic Committee meeting, and an attempt will be made to get a count on trucks. Councilwoman Scotto asked if Chief Morgan had any comments to make on this in the way of guidance. Chief Morgan replied not at this time; however, he is aware of the particular house referred to and would agree it is a dangerous situation. Mrs. Gay France, 8533 Raviller Drive, said she reported this to the Traffic Engi- neer's office, but no satisfaction was received; since this item has been placed on the Agenda she has seen at least two police cars a day up and down the street. She ques- tioned the need for an extensive study when it appears everyone is aware of the problem. Councilwoman Scotto reiterated her request that if the Traffic Committee agrees with the request of the public, it can be settled at that time and not have to come back to the Council unless it is rejected. Councilman Jackman concurred. Mayor Jennings stated several statements have been made about the hazardous nature of this, and due to that and the possible liability that would be confronting the City on account of these statements, he thinks the barricade should be put up tomorrow but taken down if the Traffic Committee says it is not needed. Mr. Sorensen suggested that if the Council wants to take an ancillary action with regard to a temporary barrier, it should be a separate motion. Councilman Jackman inquired about the City's responsibility with the barricade. Mr. Sorensen replied a minimum number of statements have been made concerning the condition, and he has no particular knowledge of it other than it appears certain situations have occurred; however, he said, it is a question of a "Lesser of two evils" as to whether an accident occurs because there is a barricade or because there is not, and although he would probably recommend to the Council an affirmative action of putting up a temporary barricade as the "lesser evil," he cannot give the Council any positive assurance. Mr. Goggin explained the Planning Commission required dedication and improvement of the street, and when that occurred, the barrier was removed. The motion was restated as follows: It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by unanimous vote to refer this matter to the Traffic Committee for the erection or no erection of a permanent barricade on this street, and if the Committee determines a barricade is needed, it will not have to come back to the Council I -or further action, that the Council will approve whatever the Committee's decision may be; otherwise, if they reject it, it will come back to the Council_ It was moved by Councilman Greene; seconded by Councilman Jackman, and passed by the following vote to put up a temporary barricade at the earliest expediency. Council Minutes 7/26/77 -6- 12 ' ZO L Mr. Spindel explained the barricade will be put up as soon as possible, but it might take a couple of days to get the materials and the sign. In the meantime, he said, staff will make whatever studies it can. AYES: 5 Council Members: Miller, Greene, Jackman, Scotto, Jennings It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Greene, and passed by the following vote to grant pedestrian access rights at 7509 Sarabeth (Laura Street frontage) and authorize the Mayor to execute the Parkway Maintenance Agreement. Mr. Spindel drew a diagram of the property under discussion and adjoining properties. Mayor Jennings stated the owner of the property with the vehicle gate is not main- taining the parkway. Mr. Sorensen advised this agreement provides that if the property owners do not maintain the parkway, the City will do the work and bill them. Mr. Spindel said the property with the vehicle gate will be given 30 days' notice to maintain the parkway. AYES: 5 Council Members: Miller, Greene, Jackman, Scotto, Jennings It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and passed by the following vote to reject all bids submitted for the Golf Pro -Manager operation at Rio Hondo Golf Course and to negotiate terms of the contract for Pro -Shop, Driving Range, Starter and Cart Rental. Councilman Greene indicated that he and Mayor Jennings would like to sit in on any negotiations and offer assistance. Mr. Sorensen stated there is nothing to prohibit the Council from appointing a committee of one or two Council Members to sit in with staff for the purpose of negotiating. Councilwoman Scotto questioned whether this would be setting a precedent. AYES: 5 Council Members: Miller, Greene, Jackman, Scotto, Jennings It was moved by Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and passed by the following vote that Councilman Greene and Mayor Jennings sit in on the negotiations for Golf Pro -Manager operation at Rio Hondo Golf Course. AYES: 4 Council Members: Miller, Greene, Jackman, Jennings ABSTAIN. 1 Council Member: Scotto It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Miller, and passed by the following vote to authorize the Mayor to sign a Communication Agreement with the City of Compton and authorize Compton to participate in the Joint Communication Center. Mayor Jennings said he has difficulty conceiving why the City of Downey would want to be thee communications for the City of Compton fire system and asked why it would be more ecor,.omical for Downey to dispatch emergency fire equipment to the City of Compton. Chief Wood advised that when this was originally master planned, all of the cities in Area E at the time were considered in this joint approach, and Compton was in that particular group. He said the geographical location has nothing to do with dispatch- ing equipment. Councilman Miller inquired what the City of Compton will be paying Downey for this service. Chief Wood replied the formula is based on population and assessed valuation. Mr. Thompson explained the savings to the City of Downey would be $11,000. Responding to further questions, Chief Wood stated the cost to the City of Compton is based solely on population, and assessed valuation and has nothing to do with the amount of calls received, The City of Downey bills on a quarterly basis and the last quarter is billed early, with a reconciliation billing mailed after July should there be any variation in costs. Referring to paragraph number 6, Councilwoman Scotto suggested a penalty procedure for late payments be placed in each agreement. Mr. Thompson said with the payment set up on a quarterly basis, he thinks it will be Less likely problems will occur; however, if problems do occur, he will come back with a recommendation to change the agreements. Council Minutes 7/26/77 -7- 6.L Mayor Jennings asked if the City of Downey will have a lot of extra equipment sitting idle if the cities of Lynwood and Santa Fe Springs go with the County. Chief Wood replied no, although there would be excess personnel. He said the com- munications equipment will be handling calls at maximum under this proposal. AYES: 4 Council Members: Miller, Jackman, Scotto, Jennings NOES: 1 Council Member. Greene ainst Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) et a1 regardi Practices relative to Clerical Personnel in Police Departments Mr. Sorensen advised that a lawsuit was filed against PERS and one other defendant, and the court ordered the plaintiff to name a large number of cities as defendants, cities that are members of PERS providing certain clerical personnel in their respective police departments. He said there have been some discriminatory practices with regard to retire- ment benefits under PERS as to these clerical personnel, depending upon whether they are male or female. Mr. Sorensen stated his office, on behalf of the cities it represents, has had discussions with the plaintiff's attorney and received an extension of time in which to plead to this matter. He indicated he believes the City of Downey has a good defense, and it is hoped Downey°s portion can be disposed of early before the matter becomes overly complicated. He requested authorization to proceed with defense on behalf of the City of Downey. It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Miller, and passed by unanimous vote to authorize the City Attorney to proceed with defense on behalf of the City of Downey in the class action lawsuit. Mayor Jennings declared a recess at 9:32 p.m. The meeting resumed at 9:42 p.m. with all Council Members present. It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by the following vote to approve a Proposal for Neighborhood Rehabilitation Services. Councilman Miller reiterated his position that he wants to see attention placed in both neighborhood rehabilitation and downtown revitalization, with emphasis on residential rehabilitation. Councilman Jackman suggested selecting one target area would be worthwhile to the program. Mr. Thompson said staff will be working closely with the Council acting as the Redevelopment Agency, and meetings will be set up between the Council and consultant to go over steps in the program. Councilman Greene suggested the neighborhood around Golden Park might be considered, and he also hopes that when the program is started, it will generate enthusiasm among other property owners. AYES. 5 Council Members: Miller, Greene, Jackman, Scotto, Jennings CITY MANAGER'S REPORT Mr. Thompson referred to the Progress Report on the Tax Impact Study, which has been submitted to the City Council, and said as of this afternoon, all of the secured information was being run on the computer. It is anticipated that tomorrow the information will be in the hands of Mr. Hom and Councilman Miller. He mentioned the Progress Report Meeting scheduled for August 4th may be changed to August 3rd. An attempt will be made to try and meet the other deadlines set forth. Mayor Jennings asked that the costs on this matter be carefully recorded. Mr. Thompson concurred. ORAL COMMUNICATION Councilman Miller commented on a letter from Mr. Jack E. Robinson regarding Pro- posed Business License Increase for Apartment Houses. He said the proposed fee is not uniform and he would like staff to put together a report, wherein the license would be $5.00 per unit commencing with four units, plus $1.00 for each unit in excess of four. This, Councilman Miller stated, would provide for a gradual increase that would be more consistent. He indicated he will bring this back when the Business License Ordinance is considered. Councilman Greene indicated that possibly he will send a memo to the Council request- ing input on the five, ten, fifteen, and twenty year pins to City Employees. Council Minutes 7/26/77 -8- 58_114 Mr. Thompson stated the Management Association has been asked to look into the program. Councilman Greene asked if the Council will have to make a decision regarding use of the Edison windfall money. Mr. Thompson replied eventually yes, and at the Council's decision, the money has been placed into a reserve account. He said the Council also indicated it may want to consider this with the Tax Impact Study. Councilman Jackman cited a problem of trucks running their freezer unit motors all night at the Tahitian Village, which has created a nuisance for residents in the area. He asked what could be done legally to have them removed and questioned whether the City's Noise Ordinance is enforceable. Mr. Thompson replied the County will be requested to bring in its sound unit for testing the noise level.. Councilman Jackman asked the City Attorney to advise on what can be done to correct this situation. Also, he said, the entry at Tahitian Village is supposed to be posted for "no trucks," but it is not posted. Councilwoman Scotto commented on the proposal from Commuter Computer for car pool- ing and van program, which she said is a request for the City to work with them and permit use of its Communicator for notifying people in the community of the program. She asked for Council approval to go ahead. The Council concurred. Councilwoman Scotto referred to a communication from Citizens for Better Postal Service and asked if the City of Downey has contacted its local post office and whether there will be a problem with the proposed service. Mayor Jennings mentioned he had talked to the Downey Postmaster who advised the plan is in the formative stages. Speaking to the City's Community Opinion Survey, Councilwoman Scotto stated she gave a minority report at the Freeway meeting with Governor Brown because she was disturbed by a reference made to the Survey. She mentioned she has never seen adjusted results before and feels it is distorting. She requested the adjusted results be deleted because it can give the City problems in the future, unless staff can provide reasons why it should not. Mr. Thompson said staff will come back with a report on this. There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 10:02 p.m. \`Yccs.Wy.Pcix,< , Deputy Rob rt and, City Clerk -Treasurer Council Minutes 7/26/77 -9- O'Donnell" she seventh lines. CORRECTION TO MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY JULY 26, 1977 On page 1 under the hearing on Vacation of Property on South side of Laura Street easterly of Old River School Road, third paragraph, the first line should be changed to read: "Mr. Spindel reported the Vacation consists of three 8—foot parcels of excess right —of-..." On page 5 under en Luben Street and Raviller Drive, eighth paragraph, "Mr. Dan be changed to "Mr. Dan O'Donovan" in both the first and on Jeakhe­'Cook, Deputy City Clerk — Treasurer Correction 7/26/77