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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-06-11-79-Adjourned Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL/COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING JUNE 11, 1979 The City Council/Community Development Commission of the City of Downey held an adjourned regular meeting at 5:00 p.m., June 11, 1979, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, Mayor/Chairman Kenneth J. Miller presiding. PRESENT: Council Members/Commissioners: Milton R. Mackaig Theodore H. Jackman Mayor Pro Tem/Vice-Chairman Lyell W. Swearingen William L. Greene Kenneth J. Miller Mayor/Chairman ALSO PRESENT: Charles W. Thompson, City Manager Ervin Spindel, Director of Community Development Ronald W. Leege, Director of Finance Howard Stup, Building Official Thomas Tincher, Housing & Redevelopment Coordinator Robert L. Shand, City Clerk -Treasurer COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 17 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AUTHORIZING TRANSMITTAL OF PRO- POSED REDEVELOPMENT PLAN AMENDMENT FOR THE DOWNEY REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Commissioner Jackman, seconded by Commissioner Greene, and so ordered to waive further reading. Mr. Thompson explained the proposed amendment would provide for construction of commercial development throughout Subarea A and residential development as an alternative. Also, he said, it adds specific definitions for land use allowable within the Redevelopment Plan to bring it into conformance with the Zoning Ordinance. It was moved by Commissioner Jackman, seconded by Commissioner Swearingen, and passed by unanimous vote to adopt Resolution No. 17. RESOLUTION NO. 18 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY CONSENTING TO A JOINT PUBLIC HEARING WITH THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY TO CONSIDER FORMAL ADOPTION OF THE REDEVELOPMENT PLAN AMENDMENT AND NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR THE PROPOSED DOWNEY REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Commissioner Jackman and seconded by Commissioner Mackaig to waive further reading. It was moved by Commissioner Greene, seconded by Commissioner Swearingen, and passed by unanimous vote to adopt Resolution No. 18. Proposed Owner Participation Agreement with Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Vincent Mr. Tincher explained the Vincent property is on Devenir in Subarea A, which was originally acquired with the intent to rehabilitate the buildings and make it available for sale. However, after considerable work and money, extensive termite problems were discovered, and a stop work order was issued by the Building & Safety Division. He said the property is a blight to the neighborhood and vandalism has occurred to the buildings. Mr. Tincher pointed out the City is allowed to acquire structures only under the Redevelopment Plan and State Redevelopment Law, which thereby reduces land costs and would make it financially feasible for the property owner to continue with his project. He commented on the financial analysis involving the Vincent property. Mr. Tincher indicated the cost to the Commission, including acquisition, demolition, and administration, would be $8350, and he Council/Community Dev. Comm. Minutes 6/11/79 (adj.) -1- stated the issue is whether the Commission should provide assistance to the Vincents, what would happen if the Commission decided not to, and what would be the other alternatives. The agreement now before the Commission would provide for mov- ing ahead immediately with demolition of the buildings and a commitment to reconstruct new units. Another alternative would be to not assist because it appears it is not feasible to rehabilitate the front buildings on the property, and it would involve a longer period of time if it is necessary to take court action to condemn the property and have the structures removed. Responding to questions, Mr. Stup explained the procedure for demolishing the buildings on the property, which if accomplished by the City would be a lien against the property. Commissioner Jackman indicated in view of the blight, he would be willing to spend the $700 for demolition. Mr. Tincher referred to Page 4 of the OPA, first paragraph referring to the "hold harmless clause", and said the Vincents are consulting with their insurance agent regarding the costs for providing the amounts specified. It was moved by Commissioner Swearingen, seconded by Commissioner Jackman, and passed by the following vote to approve the Vincent Owner Participation Agree- ment, subject to the insurance clause and City code being complied with. Mr. Tincher noted on Page 3 0£ the OPA, under Section B, Acquisition and Site Clearance, the City Attorney has added a sentence which reads, "Participant shall deliver title to said structures free and clear of liens and encumbrances." This would fall within the 30-day period. During discussion, Mr. Richard Hill of Municipal Services, Inc., explained the requirements of the Redevelopment Law. AYES: 5 Commissioners: Mackaig, Jackman, Swearingen, Greene, Miller Operative Agreement #3 between Community Development Commission and City Council Mr. Tincher reviewed the agreement, which provides for the advancement of $423,000 Revenue Sharing Funds to cover certain costs associated with the Diller and Cardono projects. He also commented on the current status of the Cardono project. Commissioner Jackman indicated he would like to know the status of the appraisal on the Van Matre property. Discussion followed. It was moved by Commissioner Jackman, seconded by Commissioner Greene, and passed by the following vote to approve Operative Agreement #3 for setting up Fund 91, as long as the Commission approves actual expenditures. Chairman Miller said he would like to see a list of all the relocated pro- perties, what portion of the project they were, and the costs involved. Mr. Hill explained the OPA proceedings on the Cardono project regarding the relocation fees. AYES: 5 Commissioners: Mackaig, Jackman, Swearingen, Greene, Miller Mr. Tincher explained the City's role in terms of relocation and property management procedures. Mr. Hill highlighted items to be brought to the Commission at its next meet- ing. The items include establishing property management policy guidelines, which covers how rent is established and eviction procedures; and relocation grievance procedures, along with a relocation appeals board. The Commission set 5:00 p.m., June 25, 1979, for a study session. CITY COUNCIL The Council discussed setting another Budget study session and the possibility of meeting earlier in the evening prior to the regular Council Meeting of June 12th. No decision was made. Council/Community Dev. Comm. Minutes 6/11/79 (adj.) -2- U054 There being no further business to come before the City Council/Community Development Commission, the meeting was adjourned at 6:12 p.m. Robert L. Shand,- City Clerk -Treasurer Kenneth J. Council/Community Dev. Comm. Minutes 6/11/79 (adj.) -3-