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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-02-08-83-Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY FEBRUARY 8, 1983 T A B L E O F M I N U T E A C T I O N S SUBJECT: ACTION Closed session re possible litigation Ord. #710, amending DMC re Validation Proceedings Ord. #711, Approving Long Term Lease & Approving Settlement Agmt. & Mutual Release (Downey Community Hospital) Ord. Apprvg. Amendment to Comprehensive Zoning Map (Zone Change Case #189) Appeal, C.U.P. #157, 8009 Imperial Hwy. Minutes: Reg. Mtg., January 25, 1983 Petition opposing proposed Redev. Plan Corres. from Pacific Telephone & Telegraph re Appl. for Rate Increase Corres. from P.U.C. re Appl. of Advanced Mobile Phone Service for new Domestic Public Cellular Radio Tellecomm. System Corres. from P.U.C. re Appl. of So. Calif. Gas, Pacific Ltg. Gas. & Pacific Gas & Electric for Rate Increases, etc. CC #499, Apollo Park Baseball Backstop: Plans, specs, & auth. to advertise f/bids CC #496, Citywide Misc. Repairs: Specs & auth. to advertise f/bids General Warrants: #209677 - 210707 #308733 - 309020 Approp. Funds f/Increased Library Hours Res. #4198, Apprvg. Final Subdiv. Map of Tr 434338, Agmt. w/Suodividr. & Letter of Credit (NE Corner Lakewood & Buckles) Tract #34338, In -lieu Park Fees Res. #4199, Reciting Fact of Spec. Mun. Election on Nov. 2, 1980, Declaring Result Thereof (Low Rent Housing) Ord. ext. Ord. #703 Decl. Moratorium on Issuance of Bldg. Permits or other Apprvls. for all new Multiple Residential Devs. Adopted Adopted Introduced PAGE NO. 1 Hearing closed; action deferred to next mtg. for staff conditions Approved Filed Filed Filed Filed Approved Approved Approved Approved Adopted Approved Adopted 1 1 2 3 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 Not adopted; staff to continue w/preparation of proposed Ord. for Council review 5 CC #485, Civic Center Change Orders 6 & 7: Review & recommend to Downey Civic Center Corp. that they be authorized Approved 5 CC #504, Tree Trimming @ Various Locations: Extra work; time ext. of 15 days; assess liquidated damages; & accept work performed Approved 5 City Atty. corres. re Newspaper Racks Received & filed 5 Page 1 of 2 COUNCIL MINUTES, FEBRUARY 8, 1983 TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTINUED) SUBJECT Tax Exempt Financing, 8403 E. Florence Av. Lease Policy for Apollo Neighborhood Center: Charge everyone not now paying, 10C a sq. ft. unless function of the City Lease Agmt, w/SE Council on Alcoholism & Drug Problems, Inc. Amended Comm. Dev. Block Grant Budget for Fiscal Year 1982-83 Appeal, C.U.P. #158, 7639 Firestone El. Civic Center Telephone System: Approve Bid Package & auth. Purchasing Division to advertise f/bids ACTION PAGE NO. Hearing set for February 22, 1983 6 Approved 6 Approved 7 Approved 7 Hearing set for February 22, 1983 7 Approved 7 Emergency Ambulance Service: Contract with Adams Ambulance Service Approved Amendment to DMC re Addl. Uses to C-P Zone Hearing set for March 8, 1983 Amendment to DMC re Parallel Parking Amendment to DMC re Circular Driveways Boxing Program: Accept Mike Testi's offer to reinstate program Boxing Program: Transfer of funds Report on Status of Keep Downey Beautiful Committee Status Report on Refuse -to -Energy Project Ken Miller comments re Hospital Lease Cn. Davila inquires re disposition of three tape recorders purchased at one time for City Council Cn. Davila inq. whether Cn. Jackman planning to resign from Council; response was no Closed session re personnel Position of Senior Water Technician: Meeting adjourned in memory of Karen Carpenter Hearing set for March 8, 1983 Hearing set for March 8, 1983 Approved Approved Received & filed Received & filed Staff to report back Approved for resolution to be brought back next meeting 7 & 8 7 7 8 8 8 8 9 9 9 9 9 i Page 2 of 2 qi�_13 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY FEBRUARY 8, 1983 The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 7:30 p.m., February 8, 1983, 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, City Attorney William A. Ralph, Director of Public Works Don Davis, Fire Chief Joseph Guthrie, Director of Police Ronald W. Leege, Director of Finance Francis E. Carter, City Planner Harald J. Henriksen, City Engineer Ronald E. Cano, Assistant to City Manager Monica Reifman, Housing & Human Services Coordinator Gordon Davis, Purchasing/Insurance Risk Manager Ronald Yoshiki, Assistant City Planner Robert L. Shand, City Clerk -Treasurer Judy McDonnell, Executive Secretary INVOCATION AND FLAG SALUTE The Invocation was delivered by Reverend John Wetzel, Christ Lutheran Church. The Flag Salute was led by Councilman Cormack. CLOSED SESSION The meeting was recessed to closed session from 7.34 p.m. to 8:04 p.m. to dis- cuss possible litigation. The meeting resumed with all Council Members present. It was indicated that no action was taken in closed session. ORDINANCES With consent of the Council, Items X-A and X-B were moved forward on the Agenda. ORDINANCE NO. 710 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 6.5 TO ARTICLE 2 CONSISTING OF SECTION 2650 OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE WHICH SECTION RELATES TO VALIDATION PROCEEDINGS The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and passed by the following vote to waive further reading and to adopt Ordinance No. 710. AYES: 4 Council Members: Cormack, Jackman, Barb, Quinn NOES: 1 Council Member: Davila It was noted for the record that Councilman Davila's "no" vote did not relate to the waiver of further reading, but only to adoption of the Ordinance. ORDINANCE NO. 711 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A LONG TERM LEASE AND APPROVING A SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT AND MUTUAL RELEASE The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and passed by the following vote to waive further reading and to adopt Ordinance No. 711. Council Minutes 2/8/83 -1- 17121 Councilman Davila made an amended motion to postpone the Ordinance until an environmental impact report (EIR) is received back in 30 days. He said correspon- dence has been received regarding this matter, and it should be on record that the Council voted one way or the other for an EIR. There was no second to the motion. When asked whether there could be any exemptions to this matter, Mr. Newton cited provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). He said the initial Hospital lease was approved by the Council as a discretionary action in 1968, which is prior to the effective date of CEQA, April 5, 1973. For the record, Mr. Newton also stated that pursuant to the provisions of the Settlement Agreement proposed for approval through the Ordinance, a letter has been provided to the Council certifying to the corporate authority of the Downey Commu- nity Hospital Foundation to enter into the Lease and Settlement Agreement, and that letter will be filed with the City Clerk. In addition, the certificate of the _ Secretary of the Foundation has been provided also certifying to the action of the Board of Directors of the Foundation, which will also be filed with the City Clerk in connection with the proposed action. Councilman Davila introduced various letters from citizens requesting an EIR on the Hospital. The letters were presented to the City Clerk. Mr. Ken Miller indicated that he has submitted a request for the right to speak under Section 510 of the City Charter. Mr. Newton explained the Council does provide for portions of the Agenda where citizens and property owners are allowed to speak. He pointed out the Charter does not guarantee a right to property owners or citizens to speak on any or every sub- ject on the Agenda. That, he said, is within the power of the Council. Councilman Davila read a prepared statement expressing his concern and suggest- ing amendments to the new Lease. A copy of his statement was presented and is on file in the office of the City Clerk. AYES: 4 Council Members: Cormack, Jackman, Barb, Quinn NOES: 1 Council Member: Davila Councilman Cormack read a prepared statement and addressed Mr. Ken Miller in response to articles quoting him in the newspaper. He assured the audience that _ the City Council did not give away the hospital and that sufficient safeguards have been placed in the Lease Agreement. Councilman Barb also addressed some of his comments to Mr. Miller concerning the Hospital issue and said the City will have more control over the Hospital than it ever had. Mayor Quinn declared a recess from 8:52 p.m. to 9:03 p.m. The meeting resumed with all Council Members present. HEARINGS Mayor Quinn opened the hearing on Zone Change Case No. 189 14305-14323-14337 Lakewood Boulevard and 8866 Rosecrans Avenue. He inquired if the City Clerk had the Proof of Publication, and the response was yes. It was moved by Councilman Jackman and so ordered to receive and file the Proof. Mr. Carter reported on the location of the property and the request to change the zone from M-1 (Light Manufacturing) to C-2 (General Commercial). There was no correspondence received. There being no one present to speak in favor or in opposition, it was moved by _ Councilman Jackman and so ordered to close the hearing. ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING AMENDMENT OF THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING MAP The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Barb, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and passed by unanimous vote to waive further reading and to introduce the Ordinance. Council Minutes 2/8/83 -2- 74a 5- Mayor Quinn opened the hearing on Appeal to Conditional Use Permit No. 157, 8009 Imperial Highway. He inquired if the City Clerk had the Proof of Publication, and the response was yes. It was moved by Councilman Jackman and so ordered to receive and file the Proof. Mr. Carter reported on the applicant's request to renovate a portion of the interior of an existing restaurant by adding a cocktail lounge and bar facilities for serving alcoholic beverages separately from meals. He commented on the location of the property and pointed out the existing restaurant was granted approval under zone exception for on -sale of beer and wine, with condition that the serving of beer and wine shall only be permitted with the serving of meals and that there be no bar facilities. Mr. Carter reviewed the zoning of surrounding properties which are all C-2, noting the property to the north is developed with a mobile home park. The Planning Commission denied the case based on policies of past City Councils, whereby the on -sale of alcoholic beverages in restaurants would only be served with meals. Mayor Quinn inquired if the City Clerk had received any correspondence. Mr. Shand replied 13 identical postcards were received opposing a bar or cock- tail lounge at 8009 Imperial Highway. It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and so ordered to receive and file the correspondence. Mayor Quinn then asked if anyone wished to speak in favor of the Appeal. Mr. Mario Altamirano, doing business at 8009 Imperial Highway, said the pro- posed addition to his business will not be exclusively used for cocktails but is designed to be a diversion before or after dinner for short hours during the week. He presented a petition signed by all the merchants in his area on the northeast corner of Imperial Highway and Paramount Boulevard indicating they feel his request will have no adverse affect to their businesses. He also presented a petition con- taining over 300 signatures indicating his business will have no adverse affect to the neighborhood. Mr. Altamirano pointed out the proposed addition to the business will be used for dining and not exclusively for drinking. He submitted a copy of the Alcoholic Beverage Control's approval on this matter. Mayor Quinn asked if anyone wished to speak in opposition. Mrs. Bertha Froelich, 12542 So. Paramount Boulevard, said she and her daughter own the Paramount Trailer Park next to the subject property. She expressed her opposition to the proposed request for additional bar facilities and commented on problems that have occurred with a liquor store and former bar. She submitted a copy of a petition opposing a bar or cocktail lounge. Wilma Van Zant, Space 31, 12542 So. Paramount Boulevard, discussed the limited parking and future noise that would be created with the 10.00 p.m. to midnight hours, as well as other noises. There being no one else to speak in opposition, rebuttal time was granted to the applicant. Mr. Altamirano explained one of the reasons for his request is because he would like to utilize the approximate 750 square feet of dead space for providing addi- tional income. Responding to questions, he said food will be served during all the time the bar is open, and there will be no juke box. He explained he contacted Mrs. Froelich and offered his willingness to help her if there are any problems. If there is any trouble from his establishment, he will close it down personally. It was moved by Councilman Jackman and so ordered to close the hearing. It was moved by Councilman and seconded by Mayor Quinn to accept the appeal (see later motion). Mr. Carter explained a conditional use permit runs with the land and not the operator. He questioned whether the Council might want to impose conditions if it approves the appeal. He pointed out a conditional use permit is required for any operation that proposes the sale of on -sale alcoholic beverages within 300 feet of residentially zoned property, and the subject location is well within that footage. Councilman Barb inquired regarding the City's experience with this type of business located in a strip shopping center and whether there are any problems for the neighborhoods. Council Minutes 2/8/83 -3- 742� Chief Guthrie replied that generally the business that serves liquor and not food generates more problems. Councilman Cormack indicated that before approving, he would like to discuss this with the Planning Commission to see why they were opposed. Councilman Davila said if necessary, he would amend his motion to approve this so long as Mr. Altamirano maintains the property and that it not be transferrable. It was moved by Councilman Cormack and seconded by Councilman Jackman to defer action on this matter until the next regular meeting and give staff an oppor- tunity to work on conditions that might help and give the Council an opportunity to speak to their commissioners as to their unanimous opposition. The original motion and second were withdrawn. Mr. Newton stated since this is a quasi-judicial proceeding and the decision of the Council must be based on the evidence presented, he suggested that any comments of the Planning Commissioners be presented to the Council in written form so they would be available to all interested parties, including the applicant, so that he may have an opportunity to comment on the Commission's comments as well. So ordered. CONSENT CALENDAR It was moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded by Councilman Barb, and passed by the following vote to approve the Consent Calendar: Minutes: Reqular Meeting of January 25 1983. Petition opposing proposed Downey Redevelopment Plan. Correspondence from Pacific Telephone & Telegraph Co, regarding Application #83-01-22 for Rate Increase. Correspondence from Public Utilities Commission regarding Application #83-0: of Advanced Mobile Phone Service for new Domestic Public Cellular Radio Tel( Correspondence from Public Utilities Commission regarding Application #82-12 of Southern California Gas Co. and Pacific Lighting Gas Co. ,& Application #82-12-04 of Pacific Gas & Electric Co. for Rate Increases, etc. Cash Contract #499, Apollo Park Baseball Backstop: Plans, specifications and grant authority to advertise for bids (A/C #28-17147). Cash Contract #496, Citywide Miscellaneous Repairs: Specifications and grant authority to advertise for bids (A/C #21-13982). General Warrants: #209677 - 210707; #308733 - 309020: $1,292,490.71. Appropriated funds for approved increase in Library hours. RESOLUTION NO. 4198 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THE FINAL SUBDIVISION MAP OF TRACT MAP NUMBER 34338 APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH THE SUBDIVIDER AND ACCEPTANCE OF A LETTER OF CREDIT IN LIEU OF SURETY BONDS (N.E. CORNER LAKEWOOD BOULEVARD AND BUCKLES STREET) Tract Map No. 34338, N.E. Corner Lakewood Boulevard and Buckles Street: Accept In -Lieu Park Fees in the amount of $380 per unit for condominium developments. RESOLUTION NO. 4199 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY RECITING THE FACT OF THE SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD IN SAID CITY ON NOVEMBER 2, 1980, DECLARING THE RESULT THEREOF (LOW RENT HOUSING) AYES: 5 Council Members: Cormack, Jackman, Barb, Davila, Quinn ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - Items not on Agenda: None Council Minutes 2/8/83 %/d 7 ORDINANCES ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY EXTENDING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF ORDINANCE NO. 703 DECLARING A MORATORIUM ON THE ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS OR OTHER APPROVALS FOR ALL NEW MULTIPLE RESI- DENTIAL DEVELOPMENTS PENDING STUDY BY THE PLANNING DIVISION, PLANNING COMMISSION AND CITY COUNCIL OF CONTEMPLATED ZONING PROPOSALS WHICH WOULD FURTHER REGULATE SUCH USES; SAID ORDINANCE TO BE ADOPTED AS AN URGENCY ORDINANCE PURSUANT TO SECTION 65858 OF THE GOVERNMENT CODE The Ordinance was read in its entirety. It was moved by Councilman Cormack and seconded by Councilman Barb to adopt the Ordinance. (See later withdrawal of the second to the motion.) Councilman Barb questioned whether a six-month extension is necessary. Mr. Carter explained following review of a proposed Ordinance by the Planning Commission and staff and hearings by the Commission, that if approved, it would be May before being submitted to the Council for hearing and June before it becomes law. Councilman Jackman does not think there is that much property left in the CIty to be developed or that the Council should continue with the restriction. However, he feels an ordinance should be prepared for Council review. Councilman Barb concurred with Councilman Jackman and said he agreed with the intent of the Ordinance. While funds are becoming available and the economy is beginning to loosen, he would suggest proceeding as quickly as possible with the study and the proposed Ordinance. He then withdrew his second to the motion. The motion to adopt the Ordinance died for lack of a second. RESOLUTIONS: None CASH CONTRACTS It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Mayor Quinn, and passed by the following vote to review Civic Center Change Orders No. 6 and 7 on Cash Contract #485, and recommend to the Downey Civic Center Corporation that they be authorized. Councilman Cormack commented regarding the lack of progress on the Civic Center. Mr. Martin explained the weather has been a factor, and there was an unexpected delay with regard to the cement block contractor. He has been informed by the Clerk of the Works and the Architect that the project is progressing, and the target date is the middle of December. Staff will continue to monitor the project. AYES: 5 Council Members. Cormack, Jackman, Barb, Davila, Quinn It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Mayor Quinn, and passed by unanimous vote to approve extra work in the amount of $2,540. on Cash Contract #504, Tree Trimming at Various Locations; grant a time extension of 15 working days; assess liquidated damages in the amount of $700.; and accept the work performed (A/C #10-4-3140). Councilman Barb inquired regarding the schedule and City's goal for the trimming. Mr. Ralph indicated he will provide a report to the Council and mentioned there is a great deal more he feels needs to be done with regard to the program. Also, he said, every tree needs some attention about every five to seven years. It was pointed out that most of the money for tree trimming was cut from the Public Works Budget last year. MISCELLANEOUS ACTIONS It was moved by Councilman Jackman to receive and file correspondence to the Council from the City Attorney concerning newspaper racks as they relate to the City's Sign Ordinance. Councilman Cormack feels the matter of newspaper racks should be given serious consideration in that they fit all of the conditions of a sign. Council Minutes 2/8/83 -5- '7/a S It was so ordered to set a hearing on Tax Exempt Financing for property located at 8403 East Florence Avenue for 7:30 p.m., February 22, 1983, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall. It was moved by Councilman Jackman and seconded by Councilman Barb to approve Alternative No. 1 as a Lease Policy for Apollo Neighborhood Service Center, whereby all agencies are required to pay 45C per square foot for leasable office space, with a "grandfather" clause for existing agencies. (See later motion.) Councilman Barb does not feel the senior citizen drop -in center should be ex- pected to incur this cost immediately. He suggested establishing an escalation program or some way to amortize the costs in order to build-up to what a reasonable fee would be. Councilman Jackman pointed out the Southeast Center for Independent Living is — paying the full price and yet the fee is waived for other organizations. He feels the senior citizens could raise some money to help pay the costs. Councilman Jackman pointed out that Community Development Block Grant Funds were used to pay for the facility and are still used to maintain it. However, someday those funds will stop, and then who will pay the costs? He does not feel charges to the groups leasing space at the Center have been distributed equitably. Councilman Barb mentioned some of the organizations will have to stay exempt, such as the Keep Downey Beautiful, Senior -Handicapped Transportation, and the Downey Historical Society. Councilman Cormack suggested approaching the senior citizens to see if they would be willing to contribute to maintenance of the facility. He suggested staff look into the possibility of seniors donating time to maintain the entire facility to help defray the costs. Responding to a comment with regard to a request for the City to provide a person to man the senior citizen drop -in center, Ms. Reifman explained staff has not checked into the insurance requirements or liability to the City. The senior citizens have approached the City to provide full-time maintenance service, and certain functions have been taken over by the City. The senior citizens can be approached to see if they would be willing to make some contribution. Councilman Barb suggested asking the seniors to relieve the City of mainte- nance responsibility so that no one should be exempt from paying for use of the gymnasium. He also suggested the City set a small charge per square foot for overhead and then build from that. Councilman Davila suggested this matter be held pending further study and input from the organizations. Ms. Reifman explained a meeting was held at Apollo Center, at which time the various tenants were informed of the escalated costs for maintenance and that in the future any organization using the Center after 5:00 p.m. would have to pay $5 an hour for the required staff person to be on duty. She indicated most of the agencies agreed to this, and she mentioned the senior citizens do not have evening functions, so they would be exempt. None of the organizations renting the facility pay for maintenance staff during the day or rental for the auditorium or holding other meetings. None of the exempt organizations pay for use of the facilities in the evening. Councilman Barb indicated he does not see how the City can ask the senior citizens, who have been receiving free rent, to pay $11,500 the first year. Ms. Reifman said the senior citizens levy a minimum amount for their dances and functions, and she suggested possibly they could hold some fund raisers or in- crease their charges. She pointed out that the seniors conduct many functions at the Center that are very well attended. It was moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded by Mayor Quinn, and passed by the following vote to charge everyone not now paying, 10C a square foot unless they are a function of the City. The original motion and second were withdrawn. When asked about the effective date, Councilman Cormack replied 30 days. AYES: 4 Council Members: Cormack, Jackman, Barb, Quinn NOES: 1 Council Member: Davila Council Minutes 2/8/83 -6- It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Mayor Quinn, and passed by unanimous vote to approve the Lease Agreement with Southeast Council on Alcoholism and Drug Problems, Inc. Ms. Reifman explained the Amended Community Development Block Grant Budget for Fiscal Year 1982-83 is basically the same budget presented to the Council in July. The significant change is to meet reporting requirements of HUD. The basic amount remains the same --there is no increase. It was moved by Councilman Barb, seconded by Mayor Quinn, and passed by unanimous vote to approve the amended Community Development Block Grant Budget for Fiscal Year 1982-83. Mr. Martin requested a short closed session at the end of the meeting to dis- cuss the proposed position of Senior Water Technician. It was so ordered to set a hearing on Appeal to Conditional Use Permit No. 158, 7639 Firestone Boulevard, for 7:30 p.m., February 22, 1983, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall. It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and passed by the following vote to approve the bid package for the Civic Center Telephone System and authorize the Purchasing Division to advertise for bids. Councilman Barb requested it be clarified that the motion does not recommend the type of financing suggested but that the financing be left open to staff recommendation at the time of award. AYES: 5 Council Members: Cormack, Jackman, Barb, Davila, Quinn Emergency Ambulance Service Responding to a question, Mr. Newton explained he has reviewed the provisions of the contract with the Purchasing Agent. It was moved by Councilman Cormack and seconded by Councilman Barb to approve contracting for Emergency Ambulance Service with Adams Ambulance Service, Inc. (The vote of approval takes place on page 8.) Mr. Ed Miller commented on the bid of Aids Ambulance Service versus the bid submitted by Adams. He discussed additional elements of the contract and the commitments made by Aids. Councilman Jackman asked if Adams Ambulance will be responsible for collecting all bills from the patients. He was told yes, that under the new contract, Adams would be responsible for collecting all of the bills. Mr. Martin commented on the negotiation process conducted by staff for the ambulance contract. Councilman Davila raised questions regarding Adams' percentage of backup calls and how many ambulances they have in the City. Mr. Martin replied Adams has a backup company in the event their vehicles are down. Adams has two ambulances in the City all of the time. Councilman Davila indicated that before voting on this matter, he would like further information with regard to whether Adams is capable of handling all of the calls or whether they have to call for backup. Mr. Martin explained the backup system used by all the companies staff negotia- ted with. Cars should always be available in the City. This item was set aside to later in the meeting while the Fire Chief attempted to obtain the information requested by Councilman Davila. It was moved by Councilman Jackman and so ordered to set a hearing on Amendment to Section 9120.04 of the Downey Municipal Code regarding Additional Uses to C-P Zone for 7:30 p.m., March 8, 1983, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall. It was moved by Councilman Jackman and so ordered to set a hearing on Amendment to Section 9150.18 of the Downey Municipal Code concerning Parallel Parking for 7:30 p.m., March 8, 1983, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall. Council Minutes 2/8/83 -7- It was moved by Councilman Jackman and so ordered to set a hearing on Amendment to Section 9150.20 of the Downey Municipal Code regarding Circular Driveways for 7:30 p.m., March 8, 1983, in the Council Chamber of the Downev Citv Hall. MANAGER'S REPORT Mr. Martin reported on two proposals for a Boxing Program in the City: One from Mr. Russell Rankin of the Norwalk Boxing Club, who wishes to bring the. Club to Downey if the City will provide the space, because they lost their location through redevelopment; and the other is from Mr. Mike Testi, who handled the city's previous boxing program on an after-hours basis for four years. He said there would be no cost to the City other than providing space. mr. Martin commented on the success of the previous boxing program, which he said was targeted at a particular type of youth, and indicated there were no injuries of a boxer during the four years the program was in operation. The boxing program was lost through budget cuts. Mr. Testi's proposal is for a contract with the city to do the service and to be compen- sated at $100 a week. Normal work hours are two hours a day, monday through friday, and most competitions are on Saturday. It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Barb, and passed by the following vote to accept Mr: Testi's offer and reinstate the Boxing Program. Councilman Davila suggested there be a background check on Mr. Testi. Mr. Martin explained Mr. Testi was previously hired by the City to work as a counsellor for drug abuse because he was a former addict. Mr. Testi performed well in that capacity, providing service not only to the city but to the School District. Discussion followed. Councilman Davila made an amended motion to hold this matter pending recom- mendation from the Recreation Commission who is studying this matter. The motion died for lack of a second. AYES: 4 Council Members: Cormack, Jackman, Barb, quinn NOES: 1 Council Member: Davila It was moved by Councilman Davila that a treasurer's report be kept of the money allocated to the boxing program, and that Parks & Recreation and the Council be notified before the money is spent and how it is spent. There was no second. It was moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded by Councilman Barb, and passed by the following vote to transfer $3,000 from the Unappropriated General Fund Balance / / to Parks & Recreation Salary Account for the Boxing Program. o '/ ono, o; 3� jtin Z is 57 AYES: 4 Council Members: Cormack, Jackman, Barb, Quinn NOES: 1 Council Member: Davila MISCELLANEOUS ACTION Referring to the Emergency Ambulance Service, Chief Davis said he spoke with with the Paramedic Coordinator, who indicates he does not have any statistics at hand regarding percentage of calls Adams has to make for backup, but that rarely has anyone other than Adams responded to the calls. It was moved by Councilman Davila to amend the motion approving the Ambulance Service Contract by carrying this matter over until the Council receives statistics on back-up calls. There was no second. During discussion, Mr. Davis pointed out the other companies staff negotiated with indicated they would have greater reliance on other companies as back-up. The motion to approve contracting for Emergency Ambulance Service with Adams Ambulance Service, Inc., was passed by the following vote: AYES: 4 Council Members: Cormack, Jackman, Barb, Quinn NOES: 1 Council Member: Davila STAFF REPORTS It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and so ordered to receive and file the Report regarding Status of Keep Downey Beautiful Committee. Council Minutes 2/8/83 -8- Status Renort on Refuse -to -Energy Project Mr. Ralph explained he has on file in his office slides taken by Councilman Cormack during a trip to Virginia. He extended an invitation to the Council to see the slides anytime at their convenience. The report was received and filed., ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - City Council: None ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - Audience Mr. Ken Miller spoke concerning the Council's decision on the Downey Community Hospital Lease and indicated his objective on this matter -was not to deprive the Hospital of what it might want to do but was an attempt for the City to receive some compensation for its involvement in the project through the years to alleviate a short -fall in revenue the City will be facing. He also rebutted previous comments made concerning the Hospital issue. Councilman Davila inquired regarding disposition of three tape recorders, which were purchased at one time for the City Council. Mr. Miller spoke up and said he has a receipt showing he turned his in to the City Manager. Staff will come back with a report. Councilman Davila mentioned he was informed Councilman Jackman is planning to resign before his term on the Council is up, and he asked if this is correct. Councilman Jackman replied he is not planning to resign under any circumstances. CLOSED SESSION Mayor Quinn recessed the meeting to closed session from 11:00 p.m. to 11:40 p.m. to discuss personnel. The meeting resumed with all Council Members present. It was noted that during closed session the position of Senior Water Technician was discussed and approved for a resolution to be presented at the next Council Meeting. ADJOURNMENT - 11:40 p.m. The meeting was adjourned in memory of Karen Carpenter. Robert L. Shand, City Clerk -Treasurer ames T. Quinn, May Council Minutes 2/8/83 -9-