HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-06-07-82-Adjourned Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING
JUNE 7, 1982
T A B L E O F M I N U T E A C T I O N S
SUBJECT: ACTION: PAGE NO.
Appeal, Zone Variance #205, 12072 Smallwood Final decision cont'd. to 7/13 1
Appeal, Zone Variance #206, 8509 Donovan
Appeal, Zone Variance #209, 8646 Florence
street Vac. #139, SEly. from SFly. corner
of Imperial & Brookshire
Minutes: Reg. Mtg., May 25, 1982; & Adj.
Reg. Mtgs., May 18, 1982 & May 20, 1982
CC #488, Rio Hondo Golf Course: Extra work
f/reconstruction of water pump house
General Warrants: #209200 - 209221
#303885 - 304162
Grant of Easements in favor of General
Telephone Co. - 2nd St. & Dolan St.:
Auth. Mayor to execute easemt. documents
Hearing cont'd. to 7/13
Hearing cont'd. to 7/13
Hearing cont'd. to 7/13
Approved
Approved
Approved
Approved
Completion of Street Imprvmts. on N/s
Conrad E/o Montgomery: Auth. City Engineer
to issue permit to owner 8121-8133 Conrad
f/temporary asphalt paving of driveway &
re-evaluate street in one year Approved
Independent Cities Risk Management: Auth.
participating in feasibility study on an
insurance prgrm. for ICA in amount $1,000 Approved
Res. #4107, Opposing proposed termination
of Art. 4.5 Transportation Dev. Act (TDA)
Funds for E'derly & Handicapped Transit
Operation by L.A. County Transp. Comm. Adopted
Res. #4108, D:scribing Imprvmts. within
Ltg. Maint. Dist. AD 121 for 1982-83 &
Ord. Traffic Ez.yr. Prepare & File Report Adopted
Res. #4109, -svg. Engineer's Rpt. for
Assmts. within. Ltg. Maint. Dist. AD 121
for 1982-83 Adopted
Res. #4110, Decl. Intent. to Levy & Collect
Assmts. within Ltg. Maint. Dist. AD 121 for
1982-83 (sets hrg. 6/22/82) Adopted
Res. #4111, Designating County of L.A. as
Agent for Service of Process f/Actions under
Revenue & Taxations Code Adopted
Mr. Ray Grimes: Complaint re nuisance of
unmuffled trail bikes using City ppty.
under power lines along Rio Hondo Channel
Ord. #699, Amending Zoning Map adopted by
Sec. 9106.06 DMC (Zone Change Case #172
(11744 Adenmoor Av.)
Ord. amending DMC Sec. 4251 re Dogs -
Exceptions to Leash Laws
CC #477 - Demolition of Site Imprvmts.,
Proposed City Hall Site: Extra work &
accept demolition work
Repair work to be done in 2 wks.
Adopted
Introduced
Approved
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COUNCIL MINUTES, JUNE 7, 1982 (ADJ.)
TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTINUED)
SUBJECT: ACTION: PAGE NO.
Permit extra work on Construction Projects
when time of essence & not to exceed $7500 Approved 3
Downey Public Library Addition: Not waive
bid irregularities in proposal subm. by A11
Service Const. Co.; select McAlpine &
Salyer Const. Co., Inc., as lower responsi-
ble bidder; & recommend to Civic Center
Corp. award of const. contract to McAlpine
& Salyer Const. Co., Inc., in amount of
$1,007,777 less Alt. Bid #3 for $15,479
(net bid amount $992,298) Approved 3
CC 4490, Temporary Parking Lot - City Hall
Site: Reject all bids for construction Approved 3
Joint Fire Communications Contract with
Lynwood, Montebello, Santa Fe Springs &
Compton
Approved
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1982-83 Downey Comm. Hospital Budget
Approved
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Parking @ Jack LaLanne facility
To come back by first mtg. in July
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Status on Golden Park Improvements
To come back by first mtg. in July
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RID Bus Stop Maintenance
To be discussed further w/RTD
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Bus Stop Relocation, Paramount @ Lubec
If RTD not cooperative, to be
placed back on Agenda for action
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Public Transit Coordination - Cities of
City Mgr. to report back re guide -
Downey & Norwalk
lines on spending State funds
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State Budget
City Mgr. to attend Budget session
in Sacramento June 15th
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Placing moratorium on Video Games
No action
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Civic Center Groundbreaking June 14th
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Cn. Cormack reported on complaint from
resident on Guatemala re story -story homes
in one-story neighborhoods
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Lennie Whittington invited Council to 1st
Keep America Beautiful mtg., June 15th
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Mr. Whittington suggested moving bus stops
to far side of intersections wherever
possible to keep intersections clear
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Mr. Whittington comments re parking
situation at Downey Comm. Hospital
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MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING
JUNE 7, 1982
The City Council of the City of Downey held an adjourned regular meeting at
7:30 p.m., June 7, 1982, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, Mayor
Lyell W. Swearingen presiding.
PRESENT: Council Members:
Lyell W. Swearingen Mayor
James T. Quinn Mayor Pro Tem
Robert G. Cormack
Theodore J. Jackman
T•Llton R. Mackaig
ALSO PRESENT: John W. DOnleVV, City Manager
Mark C. Allen, Jr... Acting City Attorney
Dudley Lang, Assistant City Manager
William A. Ralph, Director of Public Works
Don Davis, Fire Chief
Harald J. Henriksen, City Engineer
Francis E. Carter, Assistant City Planner
Ronald E. Cano, Assistant City Manager
Robert L. Shand, City Clerk -Treasurer
Judy McDonnell, Executive Secretary
INVOCATION AND FLAG SALUTE
The Invocation was delivered by Reverend Tim Smith, Nazarene Church. The
Flag Salute was led by Councilman Mackaig.
INTRODUCTIONS
Mayor Swearingen introduced Planning Co
dates, Randy Barb - District 4, and Bob
HEARINGS
and Council
Mayor Swearingen stated the hearing on Appeal to Zone Variance No. 205 12072
Smallwood Avenue, was closed on April 27, 1982, and the Council has yet to take
final action. He said any further action on the appeal will be continued to the
meeti',g of June 22, 1982.
Councilman Cormack mentioned he will not be available on that date and asked if
this ma4.'ter could be continued to the next regular meeting of July 13th.
Cout:ilman 11ackaig pointed out that on July 13th there will be two new Council
Membe:.* who will not have heard testimony on the hearing. He asked if the hearing
would �n have to be re -opened.
Mr. Allen replied that if the two new Council Members listen to the recording
of the hearing and are satisfied with the status of the hearing, then the five
Council Members as constituted can make a decision. He mentioned that if either
of the new Council Members were opponents or proponents in the proceedings, then
they might be disqualified.
The Council concurred that the decision on Appeal to Zone Variance No. 205
should be continued to the Council Meeting of July 13, 1982.
Mayor Swearingen opened the hearing on Appeal to Zone Variance No. 206,
8509 Donovan Street. It was so ordered to continue the .hearing to 7:30 p.m., July
13, 1982, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall.
It was also so ordered to continue the hearings on Appeal to Zone Variance
No. 209, 8646 Florence Avenue, and Street Vacation No. 139, Southeasterly from
Southeasterly corner of Imperial Highway and Brookshire Avenue, to 7:30 p.m., J
13, 1982, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City -Hall.
CONSENT CALENDAR
It was moved by Councilman Mackaig, seconded by Councilman Quinn, and passed
by the following vote to approve the Consent Calendar:
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Minutes: Regular Meeting of May 25, 1982; Adjourned Regular Meeting of Mav 18
ar Meeting of May 20, 1982.
Cash Contract #488, Rio Hondo Golf Course: Approve extra work in the amount of
$18,742.08 for reconstruction of the water pump house.
General Warrants: #209200 - 209221; #303885 - 304162: $1,537,685.77.
Grant of Easements in favor of General Telephone Company - Second Street and
Dolan Street: Authorize Mayor to execute easement document.
Completion of Street Improvements on North side of Conrad Street East of
Montgomery Street: Authorize the City Engineer to issue a permit to the
owner of 8121-8133 Conrad Street for temporary asphalt paving of the driveway
adjacent to the existing street paving and re-evaluate the street in one year.
Independent Cities Risk Management: Authorize participating in a feasibility
study on an insurance program for ICA in the amount of $1,000.
RESOLUTION NO. 4107
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
OPPOSING THE PROPOSED TERMINATION OF THE ARTICLE 4.5
TRANSPORTATION DEVELOPMENT ACT (TDA) FUNDS FOR ELDERLY
AND HANDICAPPED TRANSIT OPERATION BY THE LOS ANGELES
COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION (LACTC)
RESOLUTION NO. 4108
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
DESCRIBING IMPROVEMENTS WITHIN LIGHTING MAINTENANCE
DISTRICT AD 121 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 1982-83 AND ORDERING
THE CITY TRAFFIC ENGINEER TO PREPARE AND FILE A REPORT
RESOLUTION NO. 4109
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE ENGINEER'S REPORT FOR ASSESSMENTS WITHIN
LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT AD 121 FOR THE FISCAL
YEAR 1982-83
RESOLUTION NO. 4110
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCI_ OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO LEVY AND COLLECT ASSESSMENTS
WITHIN LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT AD 121 FOR THE
FISCAL YEAR 1982-83 (Sets the heLring for June 22, 1982)
RESOLUTION NO. 41-1
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCI' THE CITY OF DOWNEY
DESIGNATING THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGE DES AS ITS AGENT FOR
SERVICE OF PROCESS FOR ACTIONS UNDER THE REVENUE AND
TAXATIONS CODE
AYES: 5 Council Members: Quinn, Cormack, Jackman, Mackaig, Swearingen
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - Items not on Agenda
Mr. Ray Grimes, 7714 Alderdale Street, commented on a nuisance of
trail bikes using City property beneath the power lines along the Rio
He cited the Police Department's unsuccessful attempts to correct the
Mr. Henriksen said City departments have attempted to correct problems with
the fence and enforcement. The contractor who originally put in the ramp and re-
moved the fence onto the flood control right-of-way has been contacted and did
promise to make corrections, but nothing has been done to date. Mr. Henriksen
stated that if the contractor cannot do the work it will be done by City forces and
the contractor will be billed. A work order has been prepared and work is scheduled.
Mr. Ralph explained the City's earth moving equipment which is capable of
doing the work is in need of repair. As soon as the parts are received and the
earth mover repaired, the work will be completed.
Mr. Donlevy as.=ured Mr. Grimes the work would be done in two weeks.
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ORDINANCES
ORDINANCE NO. 699
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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 (PLANNING RESOLUTION NO. 472,
ZONE CHANGE CASE NO. 172)(11744 ADENMOOR AVENUE)
The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jackman,
seconded by Councilman Mackaig, and passed by unanimous vote to waive further read-
ing and to adopt Ordinance No. 699.
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
AMENDING THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 4251 RELATING
TO DOGS, EXCEPTIONS TO THE LEASH LAWS
The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jackman,
seconded by Councilman Mackaig, and passed by unanimous vote to waive further read-
ing and to introduce the Ordinance.
RESOLUTIONS: None
CASH CONTRACTS
It was moved by Councilman Quinn, seconded by Councilman Mackaig, and passed
by unanimous vote to approve extra work in the amount of $1,929.67 and accept the
demolition work done under Cash Contract #477 -,Demolition of Site Improvements,
Proposed City Hall Site (A/C #40-13919).
Permit extra work on Construction Projects not to exceed $7500
Mr. Donlevy said this would only be permitted in an emergency type situation
and when it would be impractical to call a special meeting of the Council.
Mr. Henriksen reviewed the process of estimating construction projects.
Councilman Cormack feels there should not be contract over -runs unless they
are requested by the City.
Councilman Jackman does not object to the $7500 so long as the Council is
notified immediately and not at the time of accepting the contract.
Mr. Donlevy said the Council will be informed of any changes.
It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Quinn, and passed
by unanimous vote that staff be authorized to permit extra work on construction
projects when time is of essence, and when the cost of an item of .irk does not
exceed $7500.
It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman QiLnn, and passed
by unanimous vote to not waive the bid irregularities in the proposal submitted by
All Service Construction Company; to select McAlpine and Salyer Construction Com-
pany, Inc., as the lower responsible bidder; and to recommend to the City of Downey
Civic Center Corporation the award of the construction contract to McAlpine and
Salyer Construction Company, Inc., in the amount of $1,007,777 less Alternate Bid
No. 3 for $15,479 (net bid amount of $992,298), for construction of the Downey
Public Library Addition.
It was moved by Councilman Mackaig, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and
passed by unanimous vote to reject all bids for construction on Cash Contract #490,
Temporary Parkinq Lot - City Hall Site (Account #40-13919).
MISCELLANEOUS ACTIONS
It was moved by Councilman Quinn, seconded by Councilman Mackaig, and passed
by unanimous vote to approve a Joint Fire Communications Contract with the cities
of Lynwood, Montebello, Santa Fe Springs, and Compton.
1982-83 Downey Community Hospital Budget
Mr. Donlevy said the two items of concern were reviewed with the Hospital,
and,staff's comments as well as a letter of the Hospital's position have been sub-
mitted to the Council.
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It was moved by Councilman Mackaig, seconded by Councilman Quinn, and passed
by unanimous vote to approve the 1982-83 Downey Community Hospital Budget.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
Mr. Donlevy said parking at the Jack LaLanne facility is being enforced --over
100 citations have been issued and approximately eight -to -ten vehicles have been
towed away. Staff at the Jack Lanne facility have indicated they have made an offer
on a lot to provide 60 additional spaces. This will come back to the Council by
the first meeting in July.
Status on Golden Park Improvements
Mr. Donlevy stated the Golden Park project is currently at the State level forl''
approval, which consists of a 10,000 square foot building and upgrading the entire
facility. This should come back to the Council by the first meeting in July.
Mr. Donlevy reported on RTD Bus Stop Maintenance, noting the Public works
Department has been alerted to give this matter more attention. The main area is
at Lakewood and Florence, which will be improved. This will be discussed fiirther
with RID.
Councilman Cormack suggested RTD be informed this is their problem and not
the City's.
Bus StoD Relocation. Paramount Boulevard at Lubec
Councilman Cormack feels the bus stop should be relocated to protect R-1
citizens. Also, he mentioned if RTD is not cooperative, he would like to see this
placed back on the Agenda for Council action.
Public Transit Coordination - Cities of Downey and Norwalk
Mr. Donlevy indicated this will be discussed with Norwalk after receiving the
guidelines on how to spend the funds. He feels this matter may not get too far,
but he will come back with a full report on the distribution of funds.
Mr. Donlevy then commented that regarding the State Budget, the City has been
receiving mail -a -grams and information from Sacramento and the League concerning
urgency and disaster if the State adopts the Budget using city subventions. He en-
couraged each Council Member to personally contact Senator Carpenter and Assemblyman
Bruce Young indicating they are not to take moneys from the cities to balance the
State budget. He plans to be in Sacramento on June 15th and said this is the first
time cities have to stand up and be noticed to their legislators to be responsible
to the people who elected them. Mr. Donlevy mentioned the League has made a
recommendation that if the State was to bring cigarette and liquor taxes up to the
national average it could generate $500 million.
Mr. Donlevy inquired if the Council would like to discuss placing a Moratorium
on Video Games.
Councilman Cormack expressed mixed emotions indicating he does not feel govern-
ment of any form should tell people how to run their businesses.
Councilman Quinn suggested possibly a tenporary moratorium might be the answer.
Councilman Jackman indicated he would like to know more information and where
the problem lies. During discussion, he said he does not feel the City should try
to regulate private enterprise unless there is a moral problem.
Mr. Donlevy said there are some pending applications for video games now befor,
the Planning Commission. Neither he nor the Police Department have received any
complaints.
It was a concensus of the Council to take no action.
Mr. Donlevy reminded the Council of the Civic Center Groundbreaking June 14th.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - City Council
Councilman Cormack reported on a complaint received from a resident at 9315
Guatemala, who feels people in a one-story neighborhood should be notified when a
two-story home is built. He said apparently the way the house next door on
Guatemala is designed it will be looking into the neighbor's bedroom.
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ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - Audience
Mr. Lennie Whittington, 8542 Manatee Street, invited the Council to the first
Keep America Beautiful meeting on June 15th at 1:00 p.m. A representative will be
present from the national organization to explain the program.
Mr. Whittington then suggested consideration be given to moving bus stops to
the far side of intersections wherever possible to keep the intersections clear.
Mr. Whittington commented on the parking situation at the Downey Community
Hospital brought about by the improvement project construction currently under way.
Mr. Lee Hopper, Associate Administrator of the Downey Community Hospital,
responded to Mr. Whittington's comments and said steps are being taken to rectify
the situation.
ADJOURNMENT: 8:20 p.m.
Robert L. Shand, City Clerk -Treasurer
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CORRECTION TO
MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING
JUNE 7, 1982
The following should be inserted on Page 2 as the 7th item under
Consent Calendar:
Election supplier - 1982 S eci:al Municipal Election: Authorize
the City Clerk -Treasurer to contract with Martin & Chapman for
providing election services'ia'the November 2, 1982, Special
Municipal Election_
Robert L, Shand
City Clerk -Treasurer