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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-06-13-83-Adjourned Regular Meeting'7/99 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING JUNE 13, 1983 The City Council of the City of Downey held an adjourned regular meeting at 7:00 a.m., June 13, 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 ABSENT: Bob Davila ALSO PRESENT: Bud Ovrom, City Manager William A. Ralph, Director of Public Works William F. Martin, Police Chief Don Davis, Fire Chief James R. Jarrett, Director of Recreation Ruth Miller, Librarian Lowell Williams, Acting Director of Finance Francis E. Carter, City Planner Harald J. Henriksen, City Engineer Ronald Yoshiki, Assistant City Planner Ken Stewart,'Senior Building Inspector F. D. Shade, Police Captain Monica Reifman, Housing & Human Services Coordinator Robert L. Shand, City Clerk -Treasurer Study Session - City of Downey Budget for Fiscal Year 1983-84 Recreation Department - Recreation: There is no change in the total number of personnel. Mr. Jarrett said very few part time hours are increased but some have been in- creased as a result of Golden Park, most of which are salary step increases. Councilman Barb commented on the vandalism and graffiti that has recently occurred at Golden Park on the new building. Mr. Ovrom indicated the budget as presented is basically status quo, and it is intended to maintain the current level of service. Mr. Jarrett mentioned some internal reorganization will be taking place with regard to inventory of activities and programs in an attempt to maximize park staff. Recreation Department - Theatre: The General Fund subsidy for the Theatre is approximately $61,000. The total number of people assigned to the Theatre has been increased by one, but it is anticipated this would be funded by Cable TV money. Mr. Jarrett explained the increases in the operating budget. A rate adjust- ment is being considered for the Theatre. Library: The budget does not contain additional money it is anticipated will be necessary the second half of the fiscal year for increased personnel to man the expanded service area of the building. Mrs. Miller highlighted the increase in operating expenses. She responded to questions regarding proposed purchase of two computer terminals for on-line cata- logues for the children's department. Mrs. Miller explained the increase in Library technical services. Councilman Barb asked why the rental charge in the equipment account has been doubled. Mrs. Miller will check into it, as well as the operating budget. Planning Division: Brief review and no questions by the Council. Building & Safety Division: Brief review and no questions by the Council. Council Minutes 6/13/83 (adj.) -1- Engineering Division: Mr. Henriksen explained the increase in the Engineering budget is primarily for vehicle costs. He also commented on the increase in the Traffic Engineering budget. Mr. Ovrom commented on his recommendation for balancing the General Fund, which includes drawing down on the Cable TV franchise fee and phasing into the overhead charge for the Water Fund. He will check into whether California Cablesystems has five-year projections for Cable TV subscriptions. Mr. Ovrom requested the Council's opinion regarding requests for funding from the Southeast Council on Alcoholism & Drug Problems, the March of Dimes Walk-a-Thon, and Women Against Sexual Assault. A decision has already been made to fund WE TIP. Councilman Jackman suggested a policy, whereby a certain amount of money would be set aside from the General Fund and allocated by percentage for the organizations — requesting funds. Councilmen Jackman and Cormack feel any money should go to Downey taxpayers. Following discussion, Mr. Ovrom indicated staff will bring back a report of specific recommendations for setting aside money out of Revenue Sharing, having certain criteria, a committee to make recommendations based on proposals received from organizations, and then the Council can make the allocations. Mr. Ovrom commented the State has passed a bill that would possibly give the City additional money during the course of the year in the amount of $59,567 for library use only, and this is not reflected in the budget. Lighting District Budget: It is indicated the residential rate will still be set at zero. A discussion was held regarding administrative and overhead costs. A 12 per- cent figure will be set for administration on the various districts. A discussion also took place regarding District III. It was noted there has never been a rate set for safety lighting. Councilman Barb disagrees with keeping a zero rate for residential. Mr. Ovrom indicated a $5 charge per parcel could be established for safety lighting, but it would have to be included in the public hearing for the Lighting Maintenance District. Councilman Barb feels at least a break-even figure should be charged. Mayor Quinn declared a recess from 8:24 a.m. to 8:29 a.m. The meeting resumed with all Council Members present. Block Grant Budget: Ms. Reifman responded to questions regarding $469,000 for personal services and explained the breakdown of the budget with regard to personnel. Mr. Ovrom said the projected Federal grant for 1983-84 is $841,000. Following further review of the budget, he indicated he would like to have the Block Grant budget translated into the City's budgeting format. Councilman Barb feels there should be come long range goals before the grant money ends. Mr. Ovrom would like to see the City phase out using Revenue Sharing for the retirement program. Water Utility: Mr. Ralph stated the budget includes a rate increase of approximately 12 percent, including a six percent differential approved by the Council. He noted this year the City bought less water and sold less well water. Councilman Barb feels every fund should break even or maintain a surplus to cover unexpected expenses. Mr. Ralph commented on the difficulty of predicting accurately the sale of water. Golf Course: A discussion was held regarding the change in accounting pro- cedure concerning the debt service payment to the City. Council Minutes 6/13/83 (adj.) -2- Mr. Jarrett commented regarding the annual bond payment and responded to questions of the council. Discussion followed. The projected revenue for next year is $906,900. The Council reviewed the Golf Course revenue and expenses. Transit - Elderly and Handicapped: There was a brief review and no questions by the Council. Redevelopment: Brief review. Equipment - New and Replacement: Brief review. Mr. Ovrom then recommended following the public hearing tomorrow evening, that the Council adopt the preliminary budget as amended, with the exception of capital improvement projects, which will be brought back for subsequent review. The meeting was adjourned at 9;48 a.m. Robert L. Shand, Cit Clerk -Treasurer ames T...Quinn, Mayor Council Minutes 6/13/83 (adj.) -3-