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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-02-10-81-Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY FEBRUARY 10, 1981 E O F M I N U T E A C T I O N S SUBJECT: Combination Bldg. Inspector Certificates presented to Ralph Ewers & Ron LeVar Proclamation re National Patriotism Week Certificate of Appreciation presented to Miss Cheryl Swartwood (winner in Elks Lodge sponsored Natl. Hoop Shoot) Proposed amendments to Sign Section DMC Ord. amending Zoning Map adopted by Sec. 9106.06 DMC (Zone Change Case #169) - 12127-35-43 Downey Av. Minutes: Reg. Mtg., January 27, 1981; & Adj. Reg. Mtg., February 3, 1981 Corres. from Glenn C. Johnson re Selection of new City Manager General Warrants: #188813 - 189072 #207811 - 207859 ACTION: Hearing closed; taken under submission Introduced Approved Filed Approved PAGE NO. 1 1 1 3 4 4 4 4 Req. of Jack Robinson for Council to change procedure on public hearings to allow people rebuttal time following Council discussion Ref. to staff & City Attorney First Baptist Church spokesman expressed concern of Church re redevelopment of area Dolan, Second & Third Streets Res. #3912, Req. LAFCO to act on Appl. for Transfer of Territory & Boundary Relocatn. bet. Cities of Downey & Paramount Adopted Res. urging State Legislature & Governor of Motion to adopt tabled; staff Calif. to effect increase in State Gasoline instructed to bring back another Tax for benefit of Cities & Counties resolution Res. #3913, establishing 2-hr. Parking Restr. from 7am-6pm on N/s Century B1. bet. Lakewood & Rosecrans Adopted Res. #3914, auth. City Manager to enter into Contract with Caltrans for Addl. Police Security Patrol in I-105 Freeway Area f/'_81. Adopted Res. #3915, granting Zone Variance #151 (7915 Florence Av.) Res. #3916, establishing Fee Schedule for Design Review Applications Res. #3917, auth. Publication of Notices for Public Hrg. on proposed Coop. Agmt. bet. City & Housing Auth., L.A. County CC #449 & #450, Site Development - Independence & Wilderness Parks: Waive bid bond irregularity in subm. of contractor's proposal; auth. use of addl. SB-174 Open Space Block Grant Funds in const. of Wilderness Park; & award 2 unit price contracts to D.C. Irrigation Co. Adopted Adopted 4 4 5 5 5 5 6 6 Adopted; sets hrg. 4:30 p.m., 2/26 6 Approved 11 Page 1 of 2 COUNCIL MINUTES, FEBRUARY 10, 1981 TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTINUED) SUBJECT: ACTION: PAGE 110. CC #471, W/s Downey Av. bet. Century Bl. & Bixler Av.: Award to Copp Contracting contingent on approval by Dept. of HUD Approved Res. #3918, Granting Zone Variance #141 Adopted; applicant to have choice (12204 Marbel.St.) of Plan B or C Amendment to Downey Arts Council Rules of Operation re terms of office of appointees Approved Request for hearing to show cause re Permit to Conduct Dancing at Jammer's Junction Hearing set for February 24, 1981 Zone Change Case #168, 12415-12527 Paramount B1. & 7936-48-56-62-68 Quill Dr Zone Change Case #170, 10015 & 10051 Imperial Hwy. Request of Planning Comm. for revision of .spay policy for Commission Meetings Hearing set for February 24, 1981 Hearing set for February 24, 1981 Deferred to next meeting; staff to prepare Resolution Cn. Swearingen proposed forming a Blue Ribbon Comm. to coordinate City, Hospital, School District & YMCA w/Mike Manicone as Chairman Cn. Swearingen to work w/staff Cn. Swearingen inq. re possibility of senior citizens being included for work thru Youth Employment Office Cn. Swearingen suggested preparation of simple explanation of Sign Ordinance for business community Meeting w/Personnel Advisory Bd. for giving instructions re personnel matter Badges for City Council Members: Mayor Jackman registers "no" vote - money to come from Special Projects Fund Citizen complaint re buckling sidewalks on Aliwin street & request f/removal of tree Blue Ribbon Comm. - Mike Manicone makes suggestions re make-up of Comm. Executive session re acquisition of ppty. Acquisition of "Z" Annex at Downey High Meeting adjourned in memory of Mr. Walter Brainard Meeting adjourned to 4:30 p.m., February 11, 1981 Set for 4:30 p.m., February llth Referred to staff City Manager auth. to submit proposal to School Bd. 6 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 8 Page 2 of 2 6 73 9 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY FEBRUARY 10, 1981 'The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 7:30 p.m., February 10, 1981, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, Mayor Theodore H. Jackman presiding. PRESENT: Council Members: Lyell W. Swearingen Milton R. Mackaig Mayor Pro Tem. James T. Quinn Robert G. Cormack Theodore H. Jackman Mayor ALSO PRESENT: Charles W. Thompson, City Manager Carl K. Newton, Acting City Attorney William A. Ralph, Director of Public Works Ronald W. Leege, Director of Finance John T. Neavill, Director of Parks & Recreation William F. Martin, Police Chief Don Davis, Fire Chief William A. Goggin, City Planner Harry Rayson, Building Official Harald J. Henriksen, City Engineer Charles G. Eccleston, Traffic Engineer John H. Saunders, Personnel Officer Robert Brace, Civil Engineer Thomas Tincher, Housing & Redevelopment Coordinator Robert L. Shand, City Clerk -Treasurer Judy McDonnell, Executive Secretary The Invocation was delivered by Reverend Edward Ullrich; Moravian Church of Downey. The Flag Salute was led by Councilman Quinn. PRESENTATIONS Mr. Rayson assisted Mayor Jackman in presenting Combination Building Inspector Certificates to Ralph A. Ewers and Ron LeVar of the Building Division. Mayor Jackman stated he has signed a Proclamation noting that the week of February 16, 1981, has been designated by Congress under Presidential signature as National Patriotism Week, which is the result of unrelenting efforts of Miss Laurie Cox of Scottsdale, Arizona. He pointed out Miss Cox took part in the City's cere- mony on the 200th anniversary of the Flag, headed up by Mr. Henry Oberndorf. Mayor Jackman presented the proclamation to Mr. Oberndorf. Mayor Jackman then presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Miss Cheryl Swartwood for outstanding sportsmanship_ Mr. Oberndorf gave a brief summary of the competitions won by Miss Swartwood, who is currently working her way toward the national championship in the Elks Lodge sponsored National Hoop Shoot Free Throw Contest. HEARINGS Mayor Jackman opened the hearing on Proposed Amendments to the Sign Section of the Downey Municipal Code. He inquired if the City Clerk had the Proof of Publica- tion, and the response was yes. It was moved by Councilman Mackaig, seconded by Councilman Swearingen, and so ordered to receive and file the Proof. Mr. Goggin reported that the portions of the Sign Code advertised for hearing concern those sections submitted by the two Councilmen and the Chamber of Commerce. The sections were referred to the Planning Commission, who sent back a report and recommendation. He said if Section 9148.08 is changed it would then require addi- tional changes in order to make the rest of the ordinance conform to this section. The additional changes are also submitted at this time. On the first page of the proposed changes, under Section 9148.22, numbers VI, VII, VIII, and IX should be VII, VII, IX, and X. Mayor Jackman inquired if the City Clerk had received any correspondence, and the response was no. Council Minutes 2/10/81 -1- 6-7y,q Mayor Jackman then asked.if there was anyone present who wished to speak to the proposed amendments. Mr. Jack Robinson, 8555 Gainford, mentioned he has appeared many times before the Planning Commission and City Council relative to the City's Sign Ordinance, and particularly during the period of study when the Commission and Council worked so vigorously towards its adoption. The Council did adopt a fair and equitable Ordi- nance and that where it has been tested it has been successful. Mr. Robinson commented on the success of the Ordinance in having unsightly signs replaced by new attractive signs. He said it is his understanding the sign enforcement started in the southeast section of the City, and he feels it should have been started in the northwest and northeast sections and moving south. Mr. Robinson stated the City is currently involved in redevelopment and reinvestment programs, of which signs are an integral part. He requested the Council to support Resolution No. 405 of the Planning Commission, noting the Commission only supported one of the proposed change_ involving window signs for identification, which he concurs with. Mr. Robinson spoke in opposition to the other proposed changes of the Ordinance. He said he can name many cities that have Sign Ordinances as restrictive as Downey's and that those cities look better because of it. Stonewood Shopping Center has stricter restric- tions than the City's Sign Ordinance. Mr. Robinson concluded that a vote for the changes would be contrary to the City's redevelopment and reinvestment programs. Mr. Mike Lidyoff, 9935 Richeon Avenue, member of the Design Review Board and speaking on its behalf, read a letter signed by the Board chairman, in which the Board went on record as opposing any changes to the City's Sign Ordinance. The Board also finds the changes are not consistent with the recommendations included " in the comprehensive studies prepared for the Redevelopment Agency entitled "Firestone Corridor Redevelopment Plan and Downtown Reinvestment Plan," certain sections of which Mr. Lidyoff referred. Mr. Bob Brazelton, 10029 Birchdale Avenue, expressed his concern that the pre- sent Council may be undoing a lot of good work done over a considerable period of time. Expert planners are paid to set out proposed policies for the City to follow, and the Council on numerous occasions has overruled Planning Commission decisions. Mr. Brazelton expressed his opposition to the proposed changes in the Sign Ordinance and suggested that any Council Members who may have a conflict of inter- est with any sections of the Sign Ordinance should abstain from voting. He concurred with Mr. Robinson's statements regarding specifics of the Ordinance. Mr. Bill Lehman, 8615 Florence Avenue, explained he appeared before the Council 15 years ago concerning a zone exception to build an office building, and that the big issue at that time was signing. He commented that if the City is to be upgraded something must be done with the signs. Mr. Lehman favored reinvestment in Downey and the need to upgrade older signs. He requested the Council re-evaluate the changes, table them, or go back into study session, if possible. Mr. Mike Manicone, 10400 Gaybrook, said most new communities do not allow pole signs. The City's ordinance should not be lessened but should be made as stringent as possible so that the community becomes more progressive. Mr. Gary McCaughan, 9215 LaReina Avenue, concurred with the previous speakers and stated that approval of the proposed changes would leave the door open for sign blight in the City. He can see no justification for the proposals. His interpre- tation of a sign is that it is strictly for identification. He questioned the purpose of the Planning Commission, particularly when its decisions are continually overruled. Mr. McCaughan feels the Sign Ordinance should be strict but fair. There being no one else to speak, it was moved by Councilman Mackaig, seconded by Councilman Swearingen, and so ordered to close the hearing. Councilman Swearingen rebutted some of the remarks made by previous speakers, stating he feels the proposed ordinance will make Downey a better city. Businesses need signs, and the business community provides tax dollars to the City. Councilman Mackaig said he has checked with business people in the community, and they have asked for some relief. When the illegal signs are removed, it will make better looking streets and major thoroughfares. He commented on tax dollars contributed by the business community. Councilman Mackaig indicated that when he votes on this he will do it with the feeling he is giving the business community a little relief. Councilman Quinn noted that because sign enforcement started in District One he has received a lot of calls from business people. There were originally 23 pro- posed changes which have been reduced to nine, and he feels the Council has done a good job working on that part of it. Council Minutes 2/10/81 -2- 6 �2y/ Councilman Cormack hopes -the Council stays close to Planning Commission Resolution No. 405. He can possibly go along with Sections 9148.14(k) and 9148.20(c), but he feels that by starting with the Code and then finding there are things wrong with it would be the time to change it. He also hopes there will be enough support to reject the changes and go back to Commission Resolution No. 405. Mayor Jackman mentioned he is the only member of the present Council that was on the Council at the time the Sign Ordinance was adopted, and he knows how much time, effort, and public and staff input went into formulation of the Ordinance. The Council consulted with the Chamber of Commerce and attempted to work with the business community as much as possible. Mayor Jackman voiced concern about changing the Ordinance, particularly since it has not been enforced. He believes that if the Council is going to accomplish what it is striving for, then it should look to the welfare of the 80,000 plus people in the City and not just one business here or one business there. Mayor Jackman pointed out he, too, is a businessman in the City, and if he has signs that do not conform he will take them down and not complain. He would like to see the current Ordinance given the test of time and enforcement to see what happens. He might be willing to go along with the proposed change for window signs, but otherwise he will vote against the proposed changes. Mr. Thompson stated there is the question of whether the community exists for the business or the business exists for the community. He said a lot of people have worked to make Downey a better community, and passage of this Ordinance would not be what will push Downey forward --it will put the City back in the position it was before the Sign Ordinance was passed. The proposed changes have gone far beyond j the corrections to the Ordinance that were originally discussed. Mr. Thompson men- tioned enforcement did not start in District One but commenced simultaneously throughout the community, zeroing in on where the basic problems were. Speaking to local taxes, he pointed out the property owner is more and more paying the load of taxation --not business. He concluded that in his judgment, the proposed changes would not be in the best interest of the community. Mr. Goggin explained that if the Council adopts -Sections 9148.08(c), 9148.08(f), and 9148.14(d)(1)(i), he would question whether the Ordinance would be worth maintaining. He said those sections will create so many zone variances and requests for modifications he doubts whether staff will be able to keep up with them. Approving statutory signs would create a problem, as well as rotating, flash- ing, and glaring signs. During discussion, Councilman Mackaig said he would be willing to take this under submission to see if a compromise can be worked out, such as a grandfather clause. Mr. Goggin pointed out there is the variance procedure which can be applied for without the Code having to be changed. It was moved by Councilman Quinn and seconded by Councilman Swearingen to take the proposed changes to the Sign Ordinance under submission for a couple of weeks. Mr. Bob Brazelton indicated he would like for the Council to have another hear- ing, and if there are any changes to give the public an opportunity to speak. Mayor Jackman opened the hearing on Zone Change Case #169, 12127-35-43 Downey Avenue. He inquired if the City Clerk had the Proof of Publication, and the response was yes. It was moved by Councilman Swearingen, seconded by Councilman Mackaig, and so ordered to receive and file the Proof. Mr. Goggin commented on the location of the property and the request to change the zone from R1-5000 to R-3 with a PUD. The Planning Commission was requested to readvertise the area to include the two additional lots to the south. The zone change was approved by the Commission. Mayor Jackman inquired if the City Clerk had received any correspondence on this matter, and the response was no. Mayor Jackman then asked if there was anyone present to speak in favor of the zone change. Mr. Dale L. Ingram, P. 0. Box 5922, El Monte, representing the new owner and developer of the property, said he is speaking only to the corner lot, which is vacant. His client is requesting the zone change in order to construct five condo- minium units with attached two -car garages and two carport guest parking spaces. Council Minutes 2/10/81 -3- C He described the size of the,units proposed and stated they have agreed to increase the height of the masonry walls on the south and west side of the lot in order to give more privacy to the adjoining properties. Vehicular access will be off of Boyne Street rather than Downey Avenue. The proposed development will be consistent with other development of the area. There being'no one else to speak in favor and no one to speak in opposition, it was moved by Councilman Mackaig, seconded by Councilman Swearingen, and so ordered to close the hearing. ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING THE ZONING MAP ADOPTED BY SECTION 9106.06 OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE (ZONE CHANGE CASE #169) The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Swearingen and seconded by Councilman Mackaig to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Swearingen, seconded by Councilman Mackaig, and passed by unanimous vote to introduce the Ordinance. CONSENT CALENDAR It was moved by Councilman Swearingen, seconded by Councilman Mackaig, and passed by the following vote to approve the Consent Calendar: 1981 Correspondence from Glenn C. Johnson regarding Selection of a new City Manager. General Warrants: #188813 - 189072; #207811 - 207859: $908,811.66. AYES: 5 Council Members: Swearingen, Mackaig, Quinn, Cormack, Jackman Mayor Jackman declared a recess from 9:13 p.m. to 9:24 p.m. The meeting re- sumed with all Council Members present. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - Items not on Agenda Mr. Jack Robinson requested the Council to consider the possibility of changing its procedure on a public hearing to give the people an opportunity for rebuttal to Council discussion following the hearing. Referred to staff and the City Attorney. Mr. Bernard N. Peterson, 11745-7 South Coldbrook Avenue, commented on his incarceration in the County Jail. Mr. Harold Smith, 12243 Bellman Avenue, member of the Board of Trustees of the Downey First Baptist Church, addressed the Council regarding proposed redevelopment of the area adjacent to the Church. He referred to "Illustrative Concept November 1980" regarding the proposed redevelopment plan, which he said proposes to elimin- ate both Dolan Avenue and Second Street and substitute a parking lane accessway off Third Street and Downey Avenue. The Church feels the access lanes would be restrictive and inadequate to handle traffic necessary for the 2,000 membership and 1,500 people attending Sunday School each week. Also, the plan shows an offset on Third Street, which they feel would be costly to achieve while cutting away valuable property on the north side of the street and leaving the south side with a planter area which the Church does not want. Mr. Smith expressed concern that an office building is proposed on the north side of Third Street on land purchased by the Church less than a year ago to construct a home for senior citizens. He stated the Church feels redevelopment of this area is desirable but hopes to have access to whatever the final plan might be and to establish a closer liaison with City employees responsible for the Redevelopment Plan so as to properly represent the Church's views. Mayor Jackman offered his assurance that the City would like to have the Church's involvement on the Redevelopment Plan. Betty Ferraro, 7900 East Fourth Place, representing her neighborhood and other businesses in her neighborhood, thanked the Council and Chief Martin for their efforts in the Dance Permit Revocation at Jammer's Junction. She said the neighbor- hood has been much quieter, and they offer further support in the effort to make Downey a nice place to live and raise children. Council Minutes 2/10/81 -4- G �7 -Yj' ORDINANCES - None RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION NO. 3912 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE LOCAL AGENCY FORMATION COMMISSION TO ACT UPON THE APPLICATION FOR TRANSFER OF TERRITORY AND BOUNDARY RELOCATION BETWEEN THE CITY OF DOWNEY AND THE CITY OF PARAMOUNT The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Mackaig and seconded by Councilman Swearingen to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Mackaig, seconded by Councilman Swearingen, and passed by unanimous vote to adopt Resolution No. 3912. RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY URGING THE STATE LEGISLATURE AND THE GOVERNOR OF CALIFORNIA TO EFFECT AN INCREASE IN THE STATE GASOLINE TAX FOR THE BENEFIT OF CITIES AND COUNTIES The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Mackaig and seccnded by Councilman Quinn to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman'Cormack and seconded by Mayor Jackman to adopt the Resolution. (See later motion to table.) Councilman Cormack indicated he cannot support the Resolution in its present form but would support it if the 24 additional tax was used to develop a renewable, agricultural -based methanol supply of fuel. He commented further in favor of manu- facturing methanol fuel, which he said is cheaper, nonpoluting, and is a renewable source which would break the Country loose from OPEC and its oil monopoly. Mayor Jackman mentioned there is a need to find a method for financing mainte- nance of the City's streets and noted if they are not maintained it could cost five times as much or more to repair them. Mr. Henriksen expressed his concern regarding the inadequacy of revenues the City has derived since 1965-66 from Gas Taxes for maintaining City streets. It was moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded by Councilman Swearingen, and passed by the following vote to place the motion on the table. AYES: 4 Council Members: Swearingen, Quinn, Cormack, Jackman NOES: 1 Council Member: Mackaig Staff was instructed to bring back another Resolution_ RESOLUTION NO. 3913 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ESTABLISHING A TWO-HOUR PARKING RESTRICTION FROM 7:00 A.M. TO 6:00 P.M. ALONG THE NORTH SIDE OF CENTURY BOULEVARD BETWEEN LAKEWOOD BOULEVARD AND ROSECRANS AVENUE The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Mackaig and seconded by Councilman Swearingen to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Mackaig, seconded by Councilman Swearingen, and passed by unanimous vote to adopt Resolution No. 3913. RESOLUTION NO. 3914 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR ADDITIONAL POLICE SECURITY PATROL IN THE I-105 FUTURE FREEWAY AREA FOR 1981 The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Mackaig and seconded by Councilman Swearingen to waive further reading. Council Minutes 2/10/81 -5- �7�14 It was moved by Councilman Mackaig, seconded by Councilman Swearingen, and passed by unanimous vote to adopt Resolution No. 3914. RESOLUTION NO. 3915 A RESOLLt'TION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY GRANTING ZONE VARIANCE NO. 151 (7915 FLORENCE AVENUE) The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Mackaig and seconded by Councilman Swearingen to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Mackaig, seconded by Councilman Swearingen, and passed by unanimous vote to adopt Resolution No. 3915. RESOLUTION NO. 3916 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ESTABLISHING A FEE SCHEDULE FOR DESIGN REVIEW APPLICATIONS The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Mackaig and seconded by Councilman Swearingen to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Mackaig, seconded by Councilman Swearingen, and passed by unanimous vote to adopt Resolution No. 3916. RESOLUTION NO. 3917 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PUBLICATION OF NOTICES FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED COOPERATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AND THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Mackaig and seconded by Councilman Swearingen to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Mackaig, seconded by Councilman Swearingen, and passed by unanimous vote to adopt Resolution No. 3917. (Sets the hearing for 4:30 p.m., February 26, 1981.) CASH CONTRACTS It was moved by Councilman Mackaig, seconded by Councilman Swearingen, and passed by unanimous vote to waive the bid bond irregularity in submission of the contractor's proposal on Cash Contract #449 and #450, Site Development - Independence and Wilderness Parks; authorize the use of additional SB-174 Open Space Block Grants Funds in the construction of Wilderness Park; and award two unit price contracts for site improvements at Independence and Wilderness Parks for the basic plus additive items in the amounts of $267,427.96 and $177,857.39, to D.C. Irrigation Co., Inc., the lowest and best bidder (A/C #27-17100 & #27-17119). It was moved by Councilman Mackaig, seconded by Councilman Swearingen, and passed by unanimous vote to award Cash Contract #471, West side Downey Avenue between Century Boulevard and Bixler Avenue, in the amount of the unit prices bid totaling $11,625.90, to Copp Contracting Incorporated, the lowest and best bidder, contingent upon approval of the award by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (A/C #28-20052). MISCELLANEOUS ACTIONS Appeal, Zone Variance #141, 12204 Marbel Street Commenting on the three plot plans submitted for Council consideration, Mr. Goggin said staff feels Plans B or C would be acceptable but recommends deleting A. Councilman Quinn would prefer that the applicant make the decision on his preference to Plan B or C. It was moved by Councilman Cormack and seconded by Councilman Swearingen to approve Plan B or C. RESOLUTION NO. 3918 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY GRANTING ZONE VARIANCE NO. 141 Council Minutes 2/10/81 -6- 6�7� The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Mackaig and seconded by Councilman Quinn to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilman Mackaig, seconded by Councilman Quinn, and passed by unanimous vote to adopt Resolution No. 3918, with the applicant being given the choice of Plan B or C. It was moved by Councilman Swearingen, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and passed by unanimous vote to approve an Amendment to the Downey Arts Council Rules of operation to change the term of office of appointees from two (2) years to four (4) years, to conform with Ordinance No. 651, adopted by the City Council on December 23, 1980. It was moved by Councilman Mackaig, seconded by Councilman Swearingen, and so ordered to set a hearing on Request for Hearing to Show Cause regarding Permit to Conduct Dancing at Jammer's Junction for 7:30 p.m., February 24, 1981, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall. It was moved by Councilman Mackaig, seconded by Councilman Swearingen, and so ordered to set a hearing on Zone Change Case #168, 12415-12527 Paramount Boulevard and 7936-48-56-62-68 quill Drive, for 7:30 p.m., February 24, 1981, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall. It was moved by Councilman Mackaig, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and so ordered to set a hearing on Zone Change Case #170, 10015 and 10051 Imperial Highway, for 7:30 p.m., February 24, 1981, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall. It was moved by Councilman Cormack and seconded by Councilman Mackaig to approve the request of the Planning Commission to revise the pay policy for Commission meetings. Mr. Newton said this will require amendment to the resolution establishing the current policy. Upon motion by Councilman Cormack, action on the Planning Commission request was deferred to the next meeting. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT Mr. Thompson requested a short executive session to discuss a property acquisi- tion matter. STAFF REPORTS - None ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - Council Members It was moved by Councilman Swearingen and seconded by Councilman Cormack to form a blue ribbon committee to coordinate City, Hospital, School District and YMCA to work in the same direction. Responding to questions, Councilman Swearingen said he would like Mike Manicone to chair the committee and feels the Council should appoint one member from each district. Councilman Mackaig suggested it might be better to have the members of each organization meet as a committee, with a Council Member acting as liaison. Mr. Thompson said there is a need for a community to find the goals and objec- tives it wants to attain and then have all of the institutions in the community strive in the same direction. He suggested staff be allowed time to prepare a proposal and study how this should be formulated. Councilman Cormack mentioned he feels the committee would have to answer to the elected bodies in the City, such as the City Council and School Board, and this would take a little working out. Councilman Swearingen concurred and withdrew his motion. He said he will work with staff to see what they can come up with. Councilman Swearingen then inquired about the possibility of senior citizens being included for employment through the Youth Employment Office. Mr. Thompson replied senior citizens can register there, and he is certain Mrs. Wilson, supervisor of the office, will be glad to meet with the various senior groups. Council Minutes 2/10/81 -7- 674�� Councilman Swearingen suggested consideration be given to preparing for the business community a simple explanation of the Sign Ordinance, the abatement periods, etc. As an alternative, he suggested possibly a meeting with the business community to explain the Ordinance. Councilman Cormack asked that the meeting be adjourned in memory of Mr. Walter Rrainard_ A meeting with the Personnal Advisory Board for giving them instructions regard- ing a personnel matter was set for 4:30 p.m., February 11, 1981. Commenting on Badges for City Council Members, Mayor Jackman said he did not get a chance to vote on this and he registered his "no" vote at this time. It was noted the money for the badges would come from the Special Projects Fund. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - Members of Audience Ms. Jo Boillin, 9712 Aliwin Street, commented on problems of buckling sidewalks on her street. She also mentioned a limb from a tree in the parkway in front of her home fell in the street and she feels the tree is rotted and should be removed. The City refuses to remove the tree. Referred to staff. Mr. Mike Manicone made reference to the proposed Blue Ribbon Committee and asked that the committee be made up of independent citizens who do not have an "axe to grind with any of the entities mentioned." He thinks the group should take input and then report back to the Council with a plan of action and goals for the 1980's. Mayor Jackman recessed the meeting to executive session at 10:25 p.m. to discuss acquisition of property. The meeting resumed at 10:38 p.m. with all Council Members present. The Council then authorized the City Manager to submit a proposal to the School Board for acquisition of the "Z" Annex at Downey High School. The meeting was then adjourned at 10:38 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., February 11, 1981, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall. The meeting was also adjourned in memory of Mr. Walter Brainard. Robert L. Shand, City Clerk -Treasurer Council Minutes 2/10/81 -8-