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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-12-27-77-Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DECEMBER 27,1977 T A B LE 0 F M I N U T E A C T I O N S SUBJECT: ACTION: Presentation to Primo Virrey re US Citizenship Presentation re Clean Community System Presentation to Mr. Jay Heaberlin Revocation of Permit, Osaka Oriental Health Spa To be reinstated 2/1/78 DIP #698, Vista Del Rio: Auth. Dept. Community Development to proceed w/construction Approve DIP #699, Stoakes Av.: Auth. Dept. Community Development to proceed w/construction Approve Minutes: Regular Meeting December 13, 1977; Adj. Regular Meeting June 27, 1977 Approved CC #418, Alleys: 1) West of Downey Ave. bet. 6th & 7th Sts.; 2) North of 7th bet. Smallwood & Rives: Accept imprvmts. (A/C #71-15009) Approved General Warrants: #157224 - 157576; #204138 - 204169 Approved Ordinance #537, Amending Zoning Map adopted by Sec. 9107 DMC (Plan. Res. #156, Zone Chg. 127) Adopted Ordinance #538, Amending Sec. 8105 DMC re Fire Zones Adopted Ordinance Amending Sec. 3130.1 DMC, rescinding Sub -sec. (c) re Establishing One -Way Streets Introduced Resolution #3488, Designating No Stopping Anytime along Bellflower Bl. & rescinding all previous No Parking Anytime Resolutions on those portions Bellflower B1. Resolution designating No Stopping Anytime along Stewart & Gray bet. Lakewood & Firestone Safety Light Conversion, Florence Ave. UTC Proj.: Convert to high-pressure sodium & auth. transfer of $13,500 Gas Tax Funds from A/C #26-16194 to A/C #26-16198 Exch. R/W for Sidewalks @ 11962 Pomering Rd Barricade on Birchdale N/o Lubec DART Program - Extend contract four months DART Program - City Manager to bring back report re conducting experimental study SE Burglary Investigation Team - Continuance to next fiscal year Tax delinquent parcel sale W/side Earnshaw one lot N/o Century Bl. Resolution #3489, Auth. Participation in Reg. Appl. to Calif. Council on Criminal Justice for Youth Service System Expansion of Pro Shop at Golf Course: Auth. prep. of plans & specs Adopted Taken under submission Approved Approved Study session set for 1/9/78 Approved Approved Taken under submission Approved Adopted Approved PAGE NO. 1 1 1 3 3 4 4 4 4 4 & 5 5 5 5 5 6 6 6 7 7 7 7 7 8 Page 1 of 2 COUNCIL MINUTES, DECEMBER 27, 1977 TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTINUED) SUBJECT Participation in Inter -City TV Info Bureau Reinvestment in Downey Program Request for report re benefits from staff retreat Executive session re litigation Adjourned to 5:00 p.m., January 9, 1978 re study session re Birchdale Avenue Barricade ACTION Taken under submission Study session set for 1/10/78 PAGE NO. 8 8 8 8 8 Page 2 of 2 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DECEMBER 27, 1977 The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 7030 p.m,,, December 27, 1977, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, Mayor Richard M, Jennings presiding, PRESENTS Council Members-. Kenneth Jo Miller William L. Greene Mayor Pro Tem Theodore H. Jackman Hazel No Scotto Richard M. Jennings Mayor ALSO PRESENT: Charles We Thompson, City Manager Donald Be Robison„ Assistant City Manager Royal MD Sorensen, City Attorney Ervin Spindel, Director of Community Development Martin F. Wynne, Director of Finance Loren Do Morgan, Police Chief Edwin Ha Wood, Fire Chief William A. Goggin, City Planner Ray To Lake, Building Official Harald Jo Henriksen, City Engineer James R. Jarrett, Recreation Supervisor Thomas Tincher, Housing & Human Services Coordinator Robert L. Shand, City Clerk -Treasurer Judy McDonnell,, Executive Secretary The Invocation was delivered by Mayor Jennings, followed by the Flag Salute led by retiring Police Chief Morgan, PRESENTATIONS The City Council congratulated Mr. Primo V. Virrey, Assistant Civil Engineer, for achieving his U.S, Citizenship, It was noted Mr. Virrey also became a Registered Civil Engineer in March, 1976. Mr., Henry Oberndorf, 9731 East Imperial Highway, member of the Health & Environmental Sanitation Committee, commented on his attendance at the Clean Community System seminar as acting chairman for the City through the Sanitation Committee, along with Mrs. Bertran of the Downey Junior Woman°s Club and Mr. Alex Baca of the Downey Jaycees, The program is sponsored by Keep America Beautiful, Inc. The pur- pose of this presentation is to request the Concil to adopt the program. A film was shown regarding the Clean Community System in Macon, Georgia. Following the film, Mr.. Oberndorf said if approved by the Council on a trial basis, a program would be set up to seek the cooperation of industries in the City, the Board of Education, civic groups and organizations, and conducting a seminar on the program, He requested the Council adopt the Clean Community System for the City. Mr. Alex Baca, 12171 Julius Avenue, listed the items contained in a six-month budget for the Clean Community System, which is estimated at $1500. Mr. Oberndorf will be donating his time as executive director of the program for one year. Responding to questions, Mr. Thompson explained this program would be eligible for the use of CETA employees. Councilman Jackman suggested a meeting between the Sanitation Committee and the City Council to organize this. Further discussion ensued. Councilmen Greene and Jackman volunteered to serve as the Council Committee. Mayor Jennings then asked that prior to the next Council Meeting Mr. Spindel set up a committee meeting to establish guidelines for this program. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto to receive and file the letters from the Downey Junior Woman's Club and Downey Jaycees. Mayor Jennings and Councilman Miller, on behalf of the City Council, presented a plaque to Mr. J2X Heaberlin for his untiring efforts with the Southeast Association of Retarded Children, Council Minutes 12/27j77 ®1� HEARINGS W^'� Mayor Jennings declared this is a proceeding in the nature of a hearing to deter- mine whether the permit of Hong Sik Park to operate a massage parlor should be revoked. The hearing was continued from the Council Meeting of December 13, 1977, He asked the Police Chief to take over the meeting at this time and present the case to the Council. It was noted for the record that Mr. Ronald Levine, attorney for Mr. Park is present and has no objection to proceeding at this time, Mr. Levine introduced himself to the Council and mentioned he has filed a Demurrer in this matter. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman. Jackman, and so ordered to receive and file the Demurrer, Mr. Sorensen stated in his opinion the Council does have authority to proceed, Chief Morgan presented the following documents for the record of this hearings to Part 5, Chapter 5, Article VI of the Downey Municipal Code relating to Massage Parlors and Massage Businesses, 2, Chapter 4, Article VI of the Downey Municipal Code regarding Permit Procedure. 3e The Police permit for Osaka Oriental Health Spa approving Chong Sun Paek to engage in massage business operation, 4, Notice of revocation of Police permit to operate a massage parlor. 5, Request for Hearing by Mr. Park. 6. Notice of hearings It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and so ordered to receive and file the documents as part of the record. Captain Shade in charge of issuing permits related the conversations he had with Mr. Park concerning Mr. Park°s application for a massage parlor permit. Mr. Levine objected to some of the testimony of Captain Shade as not having any bearing on the matter at issue or events that took place on October 26, 1977. Being asked to continue, Captain Shade outlined the incidents that took place during the period of processing Mr. Parkas permit, beginning May 12, 1977, through October 13, 1977. He noted Mr. Park also brought with him on one occasion a Miss Paek who he intended to employee in the massage business operation, On October 12, 1977, Mr. Park and Miss Paek met all of the code requirements for a permit, and on October 13, 1977, Chief Morgan issued the permit, On October 20th, Mr. Park brought into the Police Department Chong Benedict, an intended masseuse for the massage parlor operation, Captain Shade then responded to questions during cross-examination by Mr. Levine. He also responded to questions of the Council. At the request of Mr. Levine, the Respondent's Exhibit A - City of Downey receipt, and Exhibit B - Medical Authorization, were marked for identification. Next, Sergeant Fyffe related his involvement in the investigation of the Osaka Oriental. Health Spa on October 26, 1977. He responded to questions of Mr. Levine during his cross-examination and questions of the Councils Mr. Levine reviewed the criminal charge brought against Chong Ok Benedict, A certified copy of the docket sheet, Case No. M32878 of the Downey Municipal Court, was submitted by Mr. Levine as Exhibit D for identification. Detective Christian related his involvement in the investigation of the Osaka Oriental. Health Spa on October 26, 1977 and the subsequent arrest of Chong Benedict, He responded to questions of Chief Morgan, the Council, and Mr. Levine. Chief Morgan stated that upon being advised of the occurence'on October 26, 1977, he wrote a letter revoking the permit of Mr. Hong Sik Park and the Osaka Oriental Health Spa for the reasons that, in his opinion, Mr. Park was in violation of Section 9554e1 in allowing an un-permitted employee to work, and the acts that occurred were in violation of Section 6408 of the Downey Municipal Code by allowing and permitting acts of lewd or illicit conduct. Council Minutes 12/27/77 -2- Mr. Levine was permitted to cross-examine Chief Morgan as to his reasons for the revocation. At this time, prior to testimony of Mr. Park, Mayor Jennings declared a recess from 9a37 p.m. to 9s45 p.m, Mr. Levine then proceeded to question Mr. Park concerning the permit application. The questions to Mr. Park and his answers were stated through an interpreter. Mr. Park answered Mr. Levine°s questions concerning his background and the events that took place on October 26, 1977. Council Members then asked questions regarding Mr. Park°s business investment, Mr. Levine inquired if at this time Chief Morgan had an opinion as to whether the punishment of revocation of the permit would be excessive. Chief Morgan replied the loss of a $10,000 is probably excessive punishment. Mr. Levine introduced the respondent's Exhibits A, B, and docket sheet. Receipt of the Exhibits were so ordered by the Mayor. Further questions were raised regarding Mr. Park°s business investment, his lease and leasehold improvements. Chief Morgan stated he feels the Police Department has established the elements of the violation of City ordinance resulting in the revocation, and it behooves the Chief of Police, when he comes upon those violations, to take the action of revoca- tion. On the basis of what has been presented tonight, he thinks the Police Department has proven that the violations occurred. Mr. Levine asked the Council to use a certain burden of proof in its decision. For the benefit of the City Attorney he cited a California case and indicated he feels Section 6408 of the City°s code would not be reason to revoke anyone's permit. Mr. Sorensen said he thinks the burden of proof goes to the question of what facts the Council believes were proven. Mr. Levine presented his arguments to the case. Councilman Miller raised questions regarding how Mr. Park pays his employees. It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Miller, and passed by unanimous vote to close the hearing. At 10.40 p.m„ Mayor Jennings recessed the meeting to executive session to make a decision on this matter. The meeting resumed at 10054 p.m, with all Council Members present, Mayor Jennings advised it is a unanimous decision of the Council that the charges as alleged are true and the facts support the revocation. However, the license will be reinstated February 1, 1978, and there will be no operations between now and that date. Mayor Jennings declared that this is the time and place for the public hearing on Downey Improvement Project #698, Vista Del Rio Avenue. He inquired if the City Clerk had the Affidavit of Posting and Mailing, to which the City Clerk responded in the affirmative. It was moved by Councilman Greene, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and so ordered to receive and file the Affidavit. Mayor Jennings inquired if the City Clerk had received any written protests or objections, and the City Clerk replied he had not. Mr. Spindel reported on the proposed improvements which, he said, have been agreed to by the property owners, Mayor Jennings inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak in pro- test to the improvements, and there was no response. It was moved by Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilwoman Scotto, and passed by unanimous vote to close the hearing. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Greene, and passed by unanimous vote to authorize the Department of Community Development to proceed with construction under Downey Improvement Project #698, Council Minutes 12/27/77 -3- ,5322 Mayor Jennings declared that this is the time and place for the public hearing on Downey Improvement Project #699, Stoakes Avenue, He inquired if the City Clerk had the Affidavit of Posting and Mailing, to which the City Clerk responded in the affirmative. It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Miller, and so ordered to receive and file the Affidavit. Mayor Jennings inquired if the City Clerk had received any written protests or objections, and the City Clerk replied he had not. Mr. Spindel reported this project is being done in conjunction with D.I.P. #698. He requested authority to proceed. Mayor Jennings inquired if there was anyone present who wished to speak in protest to the improvements, and there was no response. It was moved by Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Greene, and passed by unanimous vote to close the hearing. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Miller„ and passed by the following vote to authorize the Department of Community Development to pro- ceed with construction under Downey Improvement Project #699e Mayor Jennings asked if the property owner at 9115 Stoakes will have to pay the full amount for the entire front and side yard improvement, other than the radius. Mr. Spindel replied this is the the first time this has occurred under a Chapter 27 proceeding, and a decision will have to be made at the time the assessments are confirmed by Council. A`.tES. 5 Council Memberst Miller, Greene„ Jackman, Scotto, Jennings CONSENT CALENDAR It was moved by Councilman Greene, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and passed by the following vote to approve the Consent Calendar. Minutes, Regular Council Meeting of December 13, 1977; and Adjourned Regular Meeting of June 27, 1977. Cash Contract #418 - Alleys, 1) West of Downey Avenue between Sixth and Sevent Streets; 2) North of Seventh Street between Smallwood Avenue and Rives Avenue:, Accept improvements completed and responsibility for maintenance thereof (Account #21-13942). Cash Contract #416, North side Vista Del Rio Avenue, West of Stoakes Avenue, and West side of Stoakes Avenue north of Vista Del Rio Avenue. Plans and specifications and grant authority to advertise for bids (Account #71-15009). General Warrants. #157224 m 157576„ #204138 - 204169; $791,567.91. AYES; 5 Council Members. Miller, Greene, Jackman, Scotto, Jennings ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (Items not on Agenda). None ORDINANCES ORDINANCE NO. 537 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. 156, ZONE CHANGE CASE NO. 127) The Ordinance was mead 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 Miller, and passed by the following vote to adopt Ordinance No. 537, (See motion to reconsider and new vote on Page 5.) AYES, 4 Council Members. Miller, Greene, Jackman„ Jennings NOES 1 Council Member:; Scotto Council Minutes 12/27/77 -4- ORDINANCE NO. 538 r a,92 s AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING SECTION 8105 OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE WHICH SAID SECTION RELATES TO FIRE ZONES 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 Councilman Greene, and passed by the following vote to adopt Ordinance No. 538. AYES-. 4 Council Members, Miller, Greene, Jackman, Jennings NOES-. 1 Council Member-. Scotto ORDINANCE NO, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING SECTION 3130,1 OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE BY RESCINDING SUB -SECTION (c) RELATING TO ESTABLISHING ONE-WAY STREETS 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 Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and passed by unanimous vote to introduce the Ordinance. It was moved by Councilman Greene,, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and so ordered to reconsider Ordinance No. 537 (See Page 4.) ORDINANCE NO. 537 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. 156, ZONE CHANGE CASE NO. 127) The Ordinance was re -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 Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Greene, and passed by the following vote to adopt Ordinance No, 537. AYES-. 3 Council Members: Miller, Greene, Jackman NOES-. 1 Council Member-. Scotto ABSTAIN: 1 Council Member: Jennings RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION NO, 3488 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DESIGNATING NO STOPPING ANYTIME ZONES ALONG BELLFLOWER BOULEVARD AS DESCRIBED BELOW AND RESCINDING ALL PRE- VIOUS NO PARKING ANYTIME RESOLUTIONS ON THOSE PORTIONS OF BELLFLOWER BOULEVARD 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 unanimous vote to adopt Resolution No. 3488, RESOLUTION NO, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DESIGNATING NO STOPPING ANYTIME ZONES ALONG THOSE POR- TIONS OF STEWART & GRAY ROAD BETWEEN LAKEWOOD BOULEVARD AND FIRESTONE BOULEVARD AS DESCRIBED BELOW AND RESCINDING ALL PREVIOUS NO PARKING ANYTIME RESOLUTIONS ON THOSE DESCRIBED PORTIONS 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 and seconded by Councilwoman Scotto to adopt the Resolution. Council Minutes 12/27/77 -5- Mayor Jennings pointed out that every day, trucks are unloading on the south side of Stewart & Gray just west of Woodruff, and they block off an entire lane of traffic, Chief Morgan said he is not aware of this. The Resolution was taken under submission. CASH CONTRACTS (None) MISCELLANEOUS COUNCIL ACTIONS It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Greene, and passed by unanimous vote to approve the Safety Light Conversion, Florence Avenue UTC Project, - to high-pressure sodium and authorize the transfer of $13,500 Gas Tax Funds from Account #26-16194 to Account #26-16198, It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Greene, and passed by unanimous vote to approve a request for Exchange of Right -of -Way for Sidewalk Improvements at 11962 Pomering Road in the amount of $465 (Account #71--15008). Mr. Spindel displayed two alternate designs for a proposed Barricade on Birchdale Avenue north of Lubec Street, through which emergency vehicles could pass. The first was a design of a straight barrier across the street, which would be approximately ten feet wide with landscaping and a six-inch curb underlaid with concrete. The esti- mated cost for this alternate is approximately $3500. The second alternate is at the same location; it would incorporate a modified cul-de-sac, which would fit into the existing right-of-way; and would have the same six-inch curb face area where the emergency vehicles could traverse. Mr. Spindel stated the barrier designs were selected for the area just north of Lubec because of the maintenance costs as well as easier maintenance. He suggested the Council might want to move the barricade down more toward Lubec Street to see whether it would be objectionable to the people who now live between Lubec and the barricade. Mr.. Spindel noted it would be difficult for the street sweeper to clean at the modified cul-de-sac because of the size of the radius. The cost for the cul-de-sac would be $5500. He also suggested that if any barricade should be approved it should be for at least a month to test its effect. Mr. Spindel pointed out that any permanent -type barricade would require an environmental impact report (EIR)a It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto to place a temporary barricade on the corner of Lubec and Birchdale for at least 30 days. Councilman Jackman said he does not feel the City should pay for this. Mr. Goggin feels the placing of a temporary barricade for experimental purposes would also require an EIR, A discussion was held regarding placing a barricade where the property juts out into Birchdale. The motion of Councilwoman Scotto died for lack of a second, Further discussion ensued regarding widening the street where the property juts out Councilman Miller proposed closing the street permanently at the south side of the property that juts out onto Birchdale. A study session of the Council was suggested. Mr, Don Pierce, 9811 Birchdale Avenue, said many customers of Standard Brands and McDonalds use Birchdale Avenue as a short-cut and there are many speeders. Alice Vartanian, 8603 Lubec Street, drew on the board to illustrate how people traverse through the area. She mentioned she would have no objection to paying an assessment. Mr. Brian Mahoney, 9707 Birchdale Avenue, asked the Council not to consider placing the barricade at Lubec, The barricade was taken under submission. A study session on this matter was set for 5200 p.m., January 9, 1978. Mayor Jennings explained that following a committee meeting regarding the DART Program, it was decided to form a test area and saturate it with publicity. He� pointed out the agreement on the DART Program expires December 31, 1977. Mayor Jennings suggested a fourth study area be considered and that the DART pickups be every other week, Council Minutes 12/27/77 -6- Following a brief discussion, Councilman Jackman requested more information on the study. Mr. Spindel said if the study is authorized„ staff will come back with a complete plan at the next meeting showing the areas involved and the estimated costs, It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and passed by unanimous vote to extend the DART Program contract for four months, It was moved by Mayor Jennings seconded by Councilman Greene, and passed by unanimous vote that the City Manager bring back a report on all aspects of conducting the experimental study - Chief Morgan outlined his recommendation that the City approve continuing with the Southeast Burglary Investigation Team program for fiscal year 1978--79. He pointed out the third year grant program expires March 31, 1978; the cost to Downey to fund the program after the grant period from April 1st through June 30th would be $23,815; the amount of $16,410 in the Police Department budget has been set aside for this program; and there is the amount of $7405 available in the jail contract account. Chief Morgan stated if approved, it is also requested the Council approve transferring all available funds in the Police Department Budget to SEBIT Account #2370, Chief Morgan also recommended the City continue the program for the next fiscal year. He noted the City of Whittier and the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department have indi- cated their willingness to continue the program into the next fiscal year, and if Downey drops out, it would lose its vested interest in the equipment purchased through the grant, which is a considerable amount. During discussion he explained the SEBIT automobile is not used the same as regular police vehicles and does not require trading in as often. He also explained the function of the SEBIT program is to focus only on known or suspected burglars and to catch them in the act of committing a burglary. Chief Morgan then commented on the achievements of the SEBIT program, Discussion followed, Councilwoman Scotto said she has questions and is hesitant to approve this, Councilman Jackman indicated his willingness to make a motion to fund the pro- gram from April 1, 1978 to June 30, 1978, Chief Morgan asked that an attempt be made by the Council to continue funding this program next fiscal year and provide the basis for Whittier Police and Sherif£°s Department to proceed on the same basis in their jurisdictions, Taken under submission to the next meeting. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Greene, and passed by the following vote to authorize Tax Delinquent Parcel Sale on the west side of Earnshaw Avenue one lot north of Century Boulevard, prior to Los Angeles County Tax Sale, AYES; 3 Council Members: Miller, Greene, Scotto NOES: 2 Council Members: Jackman, Jennings RESOLUTION NO, 3489 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AUTHORIZING PARTICIPATION IN REGIONAL APPLICATION TO CALIFORNIA COUNCIL ON CRIMINAL JUSTICE FOR YOUTH SERVICE SYSTEM Mayor Jennings mentioned that Resolution No, 3474 was adopted by the City Council on November 8, 1977, however, the Cerritos Corridor Juvenile Division Project has requested a change in the language to that Resolution. Mr, Sorensen advised the new Resolution should rescind Resolution No. 3474. The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilwoman Scotto, seconded by Councilman Greene, and so ordered to waive further readings Mrs Thompson explained the new Resolution would provide Downey is responsible as the administrator,and respronsibl'le for collecting all of the matching funds required. Y Questions were raised regarding Downey's obligation under this Resolution to collect the matching funds. It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Greene, and passed by the following vote to adopt Resolution No. 3489. Council Minutes 12/27/77 -7- 26 Discussion followed. 39AYES: 5 Council Members: Miller, Greene, Jackman, Scotto, Jennings It was moved by Councilman Greene, seconded by Mayor Jennings, and passed by unanimous vote to authorize preparation of plans and specifications for Expansion o£ the Pro -Shop to accommodate the starting area. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT At the request of Mayor Jennings, Participation in Inter -City T.V. Information Bureau was taken under submission, Mr. Thompson called the Council°s attention to the Calendar regarding Reinvest- ment in Downey Program and asked that a study session be set prior to the next Council meeting on January 10, 1978. 4:30 p.m., January 10, 1977, was established as the time for the study session on the Reinvestment in Downey Program. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Councilwoman Scotto commented on a citizen complaint concerning the amount to be spent for a staff retreat in Newport Beach. She requested a report regarding the bene- fits to be derived from the retreat. Mayor Jennings acknowledged receipt of a letter from the City of Rosemead. Councilman Jackman indicated that at a future date, he will be reviewing the insurance program with the Council. At 12:35 a.m., Mayor Jennings declared a recess to executive session to discuss litigation. The meeting resumed at 1:12 a.m. with all Council Members present. There being no further business to come before the adjourned_ at 1:12 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., January 9, 1978, in Downey City Hall, for study session on the Robert L. Shand, City Clerk -Treasurer City Council, the meeting was the Council Chamber of the Council Minutes 12/27/77 -8-