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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-11-23-82-Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY NOVEMBER 23, 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. Res. #4182, Ord. Annex. to Ltg. Maint. Dist. (Annex. 82/5 - Klondike Av.) Adopted 1 Removal of Items from Consent Calendar 1 Minutes: Reg. Mtg., November 9, 1982 Approved 1 Rejection of Legal Claim: Ref. #587 Approved 1 S.S. Proj. #351, Telegraph Rd. - from Rio Hondo to San Gabriel River: Accept improvements Approved 2 General Warrants: #209516 - 209540 #306833 - 307073 Approved 2 Temporary Suspension of Parking Restriction at 7201 Firestone B1. from 11/26 - 12/26/82 Approved 2 Request for City's assistance with transportation of City's Rose Float entry: Provide pickup from Public Works Dept., pay employee overtime, if necessary, to tmw float to Christmas Parade 12/5 to & from Rose Parade 12/31 & 1/3 & arrange for escort using limited funds Approved 2 Ken Miller raises questions re Downey Community Hospital claim against City 2 Ordinance re Flammable Roofing Withdrawn from Agenda 2 Req. from Downey Volunteer Bureau to waive $10.00 monthly permit fee for maximum of five permits on monthly basis, subj. to revocation at time sufficient surplus spaces no longer exist in Parking Lot #13 Approved 3 Administrative Regulation re Procedure for Hiring Professional Consultants Approved 3 90-day Suspension of Traffic Signal Operation @ intersection of Woodruff & Everest (90-day study) for purpose of determining need f/intersection control Approved 3 Prohibit Parking N/s Third St. W/o Brookshire Av. Approved 3 Workers' Compensation Claims Adm. Services Held to next regular meeting 3 _. Emergency Ambulance Service: Auth. Purchasing Div. to solicit competitive bids on monthly flat rate basis Approved 4 Vehicle Towing & Storage Services: Auth. Purchasing Div. solicit competitive bids on percentage of gross receipts or guaranteed annual minimum basis, which- ever is greater Approved 4 Zone Change #186, 11725 Coldbrook Av. Hearing set for December 14, 1982 4 Appeal, Zone Variance #238, 13630 Verdure Hearing set for December 14, 1982 4 Olympic Swimming Pool Project: Auth. staff to prepare development proposal, subj. to hearing of Council prior to approval Approved 4 Page 1 of 2 COUNCIL MINUTES, NOVEMBER.23, 1982 TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTINUED) SUBJECT: ACTION: PAGE NO. Project Area Committee for Redevelopment Plan Amendment #3: Staff recommendation & bring back list of nominees to next Council Meeting for formal appointment Approved 4 Cable TV - Request for Rate Change Hearing set for January 11, 1983 5 RTD.Bus Service @ Paramount Bl. & Lubec Referred back to staff & Traffic Advisory Committee 5 SS Proj. #358, Downey Av. - Alameda St./ — Stewart & Gray Rd.: Hold project until Council has had opportunity to study Approved 5 Joint Meeting w/Planning Comm. to study Moratorium on R-2 & R-3 development in City Set for 6:30 p.m., 11/30/82 6 Study session w/Engineering staff to review conceptual drawings & obtain direction re parking, hwys., & capital projects Set for 6:30 p.m., 12/7/82 6 Cn. Cormack req, preparation of ord. prohibiting use of blowers to clean sidewalks & parking lots Referred to staff 6 Downey Cemetery District: Loan of $15,000, subj. to appropriate loan documents being prepared and executed Approved 6 Downey Cemetery District: City staff spend no time & City expend no money on behalf of district unless reimbursed Approved 6 Refuse to Energy facility: Auth. staff to put package together in applying for permit within terms of money budgeted Approved 7 Closed session re litigation & personnel 7 Auth. maximum settlement of damage claim Approved 7 Auth. City Manager to hire Joseph Guthrie as Director of Police on month -to -month basis Approved 7 Meeting adjourned to 6:30 p.m., November 30, 1982, in Council Chamber of Downey City Hall 7 Page 2 of 2 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY NOVEMBER 23, 1982 The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 7:30 p.m., November 23, 1982, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, Mayor James T. Quinn presiding. PRESENT: Council Members: James. T. Quinn Mayor Robert G. Cormack Mayor Pro Tem Theodore H. Jackman Randall R. Barb Bob Davila ALSO PRESENT: William F. Martin, City Manager Pro Tem Carl K. Newton, Assistant City Attorney William A. Ralph, Director of Public Works Don Davis, Fire Chief Harald J. Henriksen, City Engineer Charles G. Eccleston, Traffic Engineer Gordon Davis, Purchasing Manager/Insurance Risk Manager Ronald E. Cano, Assistant to City Manager Robert L. Shand, City Clerk -Treasurer Judy McDonnell, Executive Secretary INVOCATION AND FLAG SALUTE The Invocation was delivered by Pastor Edward Ullrich, Moravian Church of Downey. The Flag Salute was led by Councilman Davila. PRESENTATIONS: None HEARINGS Mayor Quinn opened the hearing on Lighting District Annexation 82/5 Klondike Avenue, Downey Avenue to Century Boulevard. He inquired if the City Clerk had the Affidavit of Posting of Notice and Proof of Publication, and the response was yes. It was moved by Councilman Jackman and seconded by Councilman Cormack to re- ceive and file the Affidavit and Proof. Mayor Quinn inquired if the City Clerk had received any written protests or objections, and the response was no. There being no one present to speak in protest to the Annexation, it was moved by Councilman Jackman and seconded by Councilman Cormack to close the hearing. RESOLUTION NO. 4182 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ORDERING ANNEXATION OF A CERTAIN AREA INTO LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT AD 121 AND TO MAINTAIN AND FURNISH ELECTRICAL CURRENT TO THOSE STREET LIGHTING FIXTURES LOCATED ON STREETS AND PUBLIC PLACES WITHIN THOSE AREAS (ANNEXATION 82/5 - KLONDIKE AVENUE) The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Davila, and passed by unanimous vote to waive further read- ing and to adopt Resolution No. 4182. REMOVAL OF ITEMS FROM CONSENT CALENDAR Agenda Item VIII-E-1, Temporary Suspension of Parking Restriction at 7201 Firestone Boulevard, was removed from the Agenda. CONSENT CALENDAR It was moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and passed by the following vote to approve the Remainder of the Consent Calendar: Minutes: Regular Meeting of November 9, 1982. Rejection of Legal Claim: Ref. n587, Carmine Rocco Fischetti. Council Minutes 11/23/82 -1- 7060 S.S. Project #351, Telegraph Road - From Rio Hondo to San Gabriel River: Accept improvements constructed and maintenance responsibility (A/C #26-16227 and #21-13979). General Warrants: #209516 - 209540; #306833 - 307073. $873,371.96. AYES: 5 Council Members: Cormack, Jackman, Barb, Davila, Quinn Temporary Suspension of Parking Restriction 7201 Firestone Boulevard Councilman Cormack feels Downey has become a thoroughfare for surrounding cities and he concurs with the requested temporary suspension of parking, not only at this time but all year round. He feels the Council needs to address itself as to whether it wants Downey to be a thoroughfare or a prosperous, beautiful city. He suggested a study session to review this and that the Council discuss it with people in the City to determine what they want. It was moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded by Councilman Barb, and passed by unanimous vote that pursuant to Downey Municipal Code Section 3177, to approve the temporary suspension of "no stopping any time" restriction adjacent to 7201 Firestone Boulevard from November 26 through December 26, 1982. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - Items not on Agenda Mr. John Vincent, 10710 Wiley -Burke Avenue, President of the Downey Rose Float Association, requested the City's assistance for Downey's entry in the 1983 Tourna- ment of Roses Parade for a towing vehicle and driver on the day of the parade and escort service. He explained a truck and driver will be needed on December 5th to the Downey Christmas Parade, and back, and also on December 31st for towing Downey's float to Pasadena and on January 3rd for bringing the float back to the City yard. Mr. Vincent mentioned last year they attempted to do this on their own, but ran into difficulty on the way back from the parade. He thanked the Council for its support in the past and urged approval of his request. At this time a rendering of the 1983 entry was shown to the Council and audience. It was moved by Mayor Quinn, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and passed by the following vote to provide a pickup truck from the Public Works Department and pay an employee overtime, if necessary, to tow the float to the Christmas Parade on December 5th and to and from the Tournament of Roses Parade on December 31st and January 3rd, as well as arrange to have escort service of some sort with a limited amount of funds. It was noted the Rose Float Association does carry insurance. When asked whether a Police Officer could provide escort for the Rose Float, Mr. Martin explained he does not feel it is proper use of Police personnel to escort a vehicle from Downey to Pasadena on New Years Eve. Councilman Jackman volunteered the use of his pickup as long as insurance is provided. AYES: 5 Council Members: Cormack, Jackman, Barb, Davila, Quinn Mr. Ken Miller, 7336 Cleargrove Drive, commented on the Council's action grant - its reversionary interests to the Downey Community Hospital and subsequent rescission of that action. He mentioned he conducted a study into whether the Hospital owed any money to the City, which a subsequent audit showed it did. Mr. Miller then inquired regarding the status of the Hospital's claim against the City, and he was informed the City is in potential litigation through its attorney. Mr. Newton explained there should not be any public discussion concerning potential litigation. He said he will have a report to the Council on this matter during closed session this evening. ORDINANCES The Ordinance pertaining to Flammable Roofing was withdrawn from the Agenda. RESOLUTIONS: None CASH CONTRACTS: None Council Minutes 11/23/82 -2- 70 9/ MISCELLANEOUS ACTIONS It was moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and passed by unanimous vote to approve a request from the Downey Volunteer Bureau to waive $10.00 monthly permit fee for a maximum of five (5) permits on a monthly basis, sub- ject to revocation at such time as sufficient surplus spaces no longer exist in Parking Lot No. 13 as determined by the City. It was moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded by Councilman Davila, and passed by the following vote to approve the proposed Administrative Regulation concerning Procedure for Hiring Professional Consultants. AYES: 4 Council Members: Cormack, Barb, Davila, Quinn NOES: 1 Council Member: Jackman It was moved by Councilman Barb, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and passed by unanimous vote to approve the 90-day suspension of Traffic Signal Operation at the intersection of Woodruff Avenue and Everest Street'(90-day Study) for the purpose of determining the need for this intersection control. It was moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded by Councilman Davila, and passed by unanimous vote to prohibit parking on the North 'side of Third Street West of Brookshire Avenue. Workers' Claims Adminis Mr. Davis commented on the events leading to the change of administration in the Fitzpatrick Self -Insurance Administrators, Inc., pointing out Mr. Bernard Colen chose to break away from that firm and go on his own. The City retained its arrangement with Mr. Colen through the new company, but has checked proposals to secure a Workers' Compensation claims administrator for next year minimum. Ten pro- posals were received, which were evaluated, and the firm of Colen and Lee was selected as best suited to handle the claims process system. Mr. Davis said the company provides personalized service, and it is believed that type of expertise will help the City save more money than it might with a larger organization. Mr. Martin offered further explanation in response to questions concerning the change of administration in the Fitzpatrick Self -Insurance company, which he said resulted in a dispute in the organization following Mr. Fitzpatrick leaving the company and involved an internal struggle for the business operation. Mr. Colen and a partner subsequently broke away from that organization and started their own company. Mr. Martin also cited the personalized service received by the City from Colen and Lee, noting Mr. Colen has personally handled all of the City's cases. It was moved by Councilman Cormack and seconded by Mayor Quinn to approve con- tracting for Workers' Compensation claims administration service with Colen and Lee, Inc. Councilman Barb expressed concern that the City would select a company which is new with "no track record" and does not have the assets of a larger company. Also, Colen and Lee are involved in a law suit with the Fitzpatrick firm. He sug- gested contacting other municipal agencies to see what kind of service they receive. Councilman Barb expressed a desire to hold this over for additional investigation, or at least until the law suit is settled. Mr. Davis explained Mr. Colen is bonded and provided the City with the bond prior to commencement of his interim duties. In addition, client references have been part of the evaluation process. During discussion, Mr. Newton said he has reviewed the general information pre- sented to the Council and the Complaint in the law suit, but it is impossible for him to comment on whether the law suit has any merit or not, although there are risks associated with any business subject to a law suit. He has no basis for making any recommendation to the Council on this matter. Councilman Cormack pointed out the City is self -insured and that this only involves selecting an administrator, which he understands would be an aid to the City's staff in the insurance program. Further discussion ensued. Mr. Martin explained the City has been pleased with the service it has been receiving during the past two years, and staff recommends Colen and Lee as the company who would provide the best service to the City. Council Minutes 11/23/82 -3- �66a It was moved by Councilman Cormack and so ordered to hold this matter over to the next regular meeting. Emergency Ambulance Service Mr. Davis cited the increasing costs for reimbursing the County on uncollectable ambulance fees and the subsequent review of several options to reduce these costs. He said it is felt that competitive bidding for emergency ambulance service to the City on a direct flat -rate contract basis could save the City more money than what the County is proposing, thus eliminating the County and streamlining the operation to insure the City prompt response in providing back-up service in case the con- tractor's equipment was infuse. Mr. Davis said if the flat rate does not come in lower than the County, then there would be no reason to make an award It was moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded by Councilman Davila, and passed by the following vote to authorize the Purchasing Division to solicit competitive bids for emergency ambulance service on a monthly flat rate basis. Councilman Cormack suggested looking into the possibility of having competent paramedics transport people to the hospital rather than relying on a company with the lowest bid. Responding to a question of whether paramedic vehicles could be used to trans- port patients to the hospital, Fire Chief Davis pointed out at the present time one paramedic vehicle has limited transportation capabilities in the case of major disaster or multiple injury situation, but the unit is not set up for regular transporting. He mentioned the City receives approximately 3200 calls a year and one unit cannot handle that many calls. Discussion followed. AYES: 4 Council Members. Cormack, Barb, Davila, Quinn NOES: 1 Council Member: Jackman It was moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded by Mayor Quinn, and passed by unanimous vote to authorize the Purchasing Division to solicit competitive bids for Vehicle Towing and Storage Services on a percentage of gross receipts or guaranteed annual minimum basis, whichever is greater. Councilman Barb suggested a hearing on Zone Change Case #186, 11725 Coldbrook Avenue, not be held until the results of the Council study session on the moratorium for new multiple residential developments (R-2 and R-3). It was noted the hearing could be set for the next meeting and then continued. It was moved by Councilman Barb, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and so ordered to set a hearing on Zone Change Case #186, 11725 Coldbrook Avenue, for 7:30 p.m., December 14, 1982, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall. It was so ordered to set a hearing on Appeal, Zone Variance Case #238 13630 Verdura Avenue, for 7:30 p.m., December 14, 1982, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall. It was moved by Councilman Barb, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and passed by the following vote to authorize staff to prepare a development proposal for the Olympic Swimming Pool Project, subject to a public hearing of the Council prior to approval. Mr. Robert E. Garstang, 8205 E. 7th Street, requested an opportunity to speak on this issue prior to any Council action. Mr. Martin stated the hearing can be held on December 28th. AYES: 5 Council Members: Cormack, Jackman, Barb, Davila, Quinn CITY MANAGER'S REPORT Mr. Martin commented on the report setting forth guidelines for establishing a Project Area Committee for Redevelopment Plan Amendment No 3. He said for this particular committee it is not necessary for the Council to appoint a member from his own district. The only requirement by law is that the people who serve on the committee be a property owner, tenant, or a member of an organization in the City. It was moved by Councilman Davila, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and passed by unanimous vote to approve the recommendation and to bring a list of nominees to the next Council Meeting for formal appointment. Council Minutes 11/23/82 -4- �a O Cable Television - Request for Rate Change Mr. Cano commented on the request of California Cablesystems for a proposed rate change on items not covered in the franchise ordinance, and of subsequent discussions by the cable TV consorptium. He said it is felt the proposed change should be brought to the Council for a public hearing to provide an opportunity for California Cablesystems to explain or justify the rate charges and to provide public input prior to Council decision. Mr. Martin indicated a further meeting will be held with the consortium to create a uniform rate structure. Mr. Cano said the first meeting in January for conducting the hearing should give the consortium time to develop a suggested amendment to the ordinance. It was so ordered to set a hearing on California Cablesystems' Request for Rate Change for 7:30 p.m., January 11, 1983, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall. STAFF REPORTS Mr. Eccleston mentioned that concerning the RTD Bus Service at Paramount Boulevard and Lubec Street, contact was made with the majority of business and property owners relative to a two-hour parking restriction on the east side of Paramount Boulevard from Lubec to Florence and said the response was negative. Those closer to the proposed alternative bus sites were opposed to the loss of parking for a RTD stop. The owners adjacent to the former bus stop, one has moved and the other is strongly opposed to reinstatement of the bus stop adjacent to his frontage. There is no change in the limitations under the old zone exception on the southeast corner of Paramount Boulevard. It is staff's recommendation that the Council authorize continuance of another two weeks for a study to complete informa- tion and review petitions signed by concerned citizens in the area and non-resident RTD passengers. It is also recommended the City Council refer this matter for eeport and recommendation by the Traffic Advisory Committee. He concluded that the alternatives pursued and the time spent indicate there is some difficulty in forc- ing the bus stop back at that intersection at this time. Referred back to staff and the Traffic Advisory Committee. S.S. Project n358, Downey Avenue - Alameda Street/Stewart & Gray Road Mr. Henriksen explained the reason for the project is to afford all motorists and bicyclists a much higher degree of safety than now exists, especially in the number two lane northbound. Extra width of the street would provide greater visibility when exiting driveways on the east side of Downey Avenue, afford a greater turning radius, provide greater safety by providing a double legt-turn lane, and still maintain the existing parking on the east side of the street. It would also provide for moderate increase in traffic flow to and from the I-105 Freeway. The storm drain catch basins have already been installed. Relocating the curb back four feet would provide a more gentle slope to the street and facilitate resurfacing rather than reconstruction. There are no changes anticipated in parking restrictions. It was moved by Councilman Cormack and seconded by Councilman Davila to receive and file the report. It was noted the Council on August 10, 1982, granted authorization to go out to bid on the project. Councilman Jackman expressed concern that all the project would accomplish is another parking lane on the west side of Downey Avenue. He was informed no change in parking would be proposed. It was moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and passed by the following vote to hold this project until the Council has had an opportunity to participate in a study of what it wants Downey to look like. Councilman Barb questioned how long before it will be necessary to reconstruct Downey Avenue in the area proposed and how soon does the City need to do the project in order to qualify for the FAU funding. Mr. Henriksen replied it would probably be necessary to resurface or recon- struct the pavement within five -to -seven years. As to the funding, the Highway Act prov'des the funding up through 1982, with an additional three years to September, 19 ryt,�o obJ]i. ate the EAU Funds allotted to the City. He said if an agency does S, IY iz/iv �'L Council Minutes 11/23/82 -5- 10 9� not use the funds within the allotted time, then they will be distributed to other agencies within the County. Discussion followed. AYES: 3 Council Members: Commack, Jackman, Barb NOES: 2 Council Members: Davila, Quinn ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - City Council i1 R-2 and R-3 development in the C: ng CAmm15SIon to discuss the Morato was set for 6:30 p.m., November 30, A work study session between the City Council and Engineering staff to was set for 6:30 p.m., December 7, 1982. Councilman Cormack prefers the use of vacuums rather than blowers to clean sidewalks and parking lots, indicating it is unsanitary and a health hazard to use the blowers. He suggested staff be requested to prepare an ordinance prohibiting the use of blowers in the City. Mayor Quinn requested staff to check with other cities to see if they have ordinances against the use of blowers and bring this back to the Council. Mayor Quinn commented as a result of today's meeting, the Downey Cemetery District is requesting a $15,000 loan from the City of Downey until the District receives its tax increment money early next year. He said the District will pay the current rate of interest and would draw the money from the City as needed up to the $15,000. It was moved by Mayor Quinn, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and passed by the following vote to approve a loan of $15,000 to the Downey Cemetery District, subject to appropriate loan documents being prepared and executed. Councilman Barb does not want to see the City become involved because the County should be handling it, inasmuch as the District was formed before the City was incorporated. He is not, opposed to the loan, but asked who will guarantee the loan to the City. Mr. Ralph responded that funds will be received by the District in January through ad valorem taxes, as well as $15,000 augmentation funds. Mr. Shand inquired whether a fund account should be designated, such as Unappropriated Reserve, and Mr. Newton replied yes. Mr. Newton explained a demand note should be prepared payable to the City indi- cating the District would pledge anticipated revenues from ad valorem tax proceeds. Councilman Barb asked whether the District will reimburse the City for all staff time involved, and the response was no. AYES: 3 Council Members: Commack, Jackman, Quinn NOES: 2 Council Members: Barb, Davila It was moved by Councilman Barb, seconded by Councilman Commack, and passed by the following vote that City of Downey staff spend no time and the City expend no money on behalf of the Cemetery District unless it is reimbursed to the City. AYES: 3 Council Members: Cormack, Barb, Davila NOES. 2 Council Members: Jackman, Quinn During discussion, Mr. Ralph explained City staff became involved because it appeared some administration time would have to be spent in order to get the Cemetery District back on its feet, and once that occurs, there would be no reason why the District could not reimburse the City for any staff time. He indicated a willingness to volunteer some of his time for this. Councilman Barb expressed disappointment in the action taken by the City of Bellflower to withdraw from the District. During further discussion, Mayor Quinn explained the former Trustees of the District did not set up a trust fund for the Cemetery operation, and now the District does not have any funds. There are three people on the payroll, and it is felt a $3.50 assessment would get the District back on its feet and provide a $20,000 cushion. Council Minutes 11/23/82 -6- 7o yS Councilman Jackman further explained it is intended that once the funds are in existence, they can be committed to pay back the loan and compensate the City for any staff time spent on this. Mr. Ralph commented on his trip to Virginia last week with Councilmen Cormack and Barb to visit three Refuse -to -Energy facilities, one of which has been in opera- tion for five years. The other two were relatively new, with one just starting operation, and it was one of the most impressive units. The unit, he said, had been designed by an engineering company known as Cosulich, who has a great deal of background in this area. After looking at the facilities, the major problems appeared to be cost, financing, method of disposing of the ash, and air quality control. Today a meeting was held with representatives of the South Coast Air Quality Management District to discuss some of the problems, and it was indicated the District is going to change some of its requirements to be more stringent after January 1st. Mr. Ralph said it would be desirable at this time to give serious consideration to obtaining a permit for such a facility in the City. He mentioned he has spoken to Cosulich, and they indicate they could come to Downey and work toward the goals of obtaining a permit so that when and if a facility is built by the City, it will be done under today's requirements and not the requirements of next year. Details have yettobe worked out, but it was also indicated by the Cosulich Company that they would do this on a cost-plus basis of not to exceed $20,000. which he feels is in excess of what the City needs at this time. Mr. Ralph pointed out the City Council authorized funds in the amount of $12,000 to be spent toward engineering and engineering studies for such a facility, and he recommends using some of these funds for discussing further with Cosulich what they can do to help the City obtain a permit during this calendar year. It was moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and passed by the following vote to authorize staff to attempt to put a package together in applying for a permit within the terms of the money already budgeted. Councilman Barb explained the requirements of the South Coast Air Quality Management District will be 33 percent more stringent after the first of the year, which would make the cost of the project substantially higher. Mr. Ralph indicated that of the $12,000 budgeted, $9,000 was put into an account for consulting work. None of that money has been spent, and it is proposed to use the money as a maximum at this time. There is no cost for the permit. Councilman Barb explained it was his understanding from the time the City ob- tains the permit, it will have six -to -eight months in which to either go forward with the project or drop it. Discussion followed. AYES: 5 Council Members: Cormack, Jackman, Barb, Davila, Quinn Councilman Barb feels at some time in the future a more complete report should be given on the facilities that were visited. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - Audience: None CLOSED SESSION The meeting was recessed to closed session from 10:00 p.m. to 11:35 p.m. to discuss potential litigation and personnel. The meeting resumed with all Council Members present. It was noted that during closed session, the Council authorized a maximum settlement of a damage claim against the City. The Council also authorized the City Manager to hire Joseph Guthrie as Director of Police on a month -to -month basis. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 11:35 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., November 30, 1982, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, for a joint meeting with the Planning Commission. Ci Robert L. Shand, City Clerk -Treasurer ,`,5ames T. Quinn, Mayor Council Minutes 11/23/82 -7-