HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-09-13-83-Regular MeetingMDR= OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DAY
SEPTF'.MBER 13, 1983
TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS
SUBJECT
ACTION
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Auto Club presentation to Downey of award
of excellence for outstanding achievement
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in Pedestrian Safety
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Peiwval of Items from Consent Calendar
1
Minutes: Adj. Peg. Mtg., July 18, 1983;
& Peg. Mtg., July 26, 1983
Approved
1
Corres. from PUC re Appl. #83-08-42 of
So. Calif. Edison Co. for Energy Cost
Adjustment
Filed
1
Corres. from Culver City re Cigarette Tax,
Charter City Revenue vs. State Subventn.
Filed
1
CC #451, Tennis Court Resurfacing at
Furman & Independence Parks: Specs &
grant auth. to advertise f/bids
Approved
1
CC #507, Myrtle St. - Firestone to Nance,
DIP #715 & 716: Accept inprvmts.
Approved
1
General Warrants: #211204 - 211261
#312686 - 313061
Approved
1
_ Alternate Theatre Patron Parking during
Hcmetel Construction
Approved
2
Report re Senior Citizen/Handicapped
Transit Service
Filed
2
Six month report re Ultralight Program
Filed
2
Amendment to DYE re Medium Density
Multiple Family Residential (R-3)
Hearing set
for October 11, 1983
2
Appeal, Zone Change #200, 8607 Imperial
Hearing set
for September 27, 1983
2
Appeal, Zone Variance #218, 12102 Gurley
Hearing set
for September 27, 1983
2
Appeal, Zone Variance #275, 7205 Shady Oak
Hearing set
for September 27, 1983
2
Appeal of Sign Code Interpretations re
meaning of "copy change" - 9060 Firestone
Hearing set
for October 11, 1983
2
Appeal, Sign Face Dividers Change,
8001 Florence Av.
Hearing set
for October 11, 1983
2
Res. #4296, Apprvg. Program Suppl. #14
_ of City/State Agmt. #07-5334 for Const.
of RR Gates @ Rives (Crossing #BK:494.5)
Adopted
2
Res. #4297, Auth. Execution & SUMlission
of Cal. Housing Advisory Service
Grant Program
Adopted
2
Zone Change #203, 8312 Iowa St.
Hearing set
for September 27, 1983
2
Downey Rose Float Assn.: Req. for
waiver of charges for use of Downey
Theatre for Miss Downey Pageant
Social Service Organizations - funding
Referred to staff 3
Staff to come back w/recoamendations 3
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SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO.
Ruth Nivens: Req. City consider requiring
licenses on bicycles Referred to staff 3
Ord. Approving Lease bet. City & Downey
Chamber of Commerce Introduced 3
Ord. Amending DMC re Middle Management &
Confidential/Exempt Positions as Part of
Unclassified, Exempt Service Introduced 4
Res. #4298, Denying Zone Variance #213 Adopted; 30-day time period for
(12103 Downey Av.) compliance 4
Res. #4299, Adopting Regulations Governing Adopted; Staff directed to review
Tape Recordings of Council Meetings & cost for providing duplicate tapes
Rescinding Res. #3885 in Library 4
Res. #4300, Commending & Honoring
Inice Durham on her Retirement Adopted 5
Downey Museum of Art Sculpture Placement
at Furman Park: Approve donation of
sculpture incl. $250 for inst. of concrete Failed
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SS Proj. #386, Lakewood B1., SS Proj. Staff directed to continue working
#387 - Firestone B1., Design Concepts on this matter 6
CC #491 - Library Addition: Reaffirm
bid for moving & storing books & Held over; staff to come back with
furniture to Trans -Calif. Moving & Storage more information & figures 7, 8
Firestone B1. Widening Proj. - Old River
School Rd. to Firestone P1. (Pomering Rd.) Approved
Closure of Manzanar/Santa Ana Freeway
Pedestrian Tunnel: Defer until sidewalks
installed on Lakewood Bl. (in interim,
staff to cont. monitoring use of tunnel
& discuss City's int. to consider
closure w/approp. School Dist. staff) Approved
Verification Certification for qualified
signatures affixed to referendum petitn.
re City Ord. #723 - Redev. Plan Amndmt. 3 Accepted
Ord. repealing Ordinance #723 Introduced
Civic Center Refunding Issue: Agmt.
w/Orrick Herrington & Sutcliffe as bond
counsel & auth. Mayor to sign Approved
Placing resident/caretaker on premises
at Rio Hondo Country Club. Maint. Service
Yard: Auth. staff to draw up Letter of
Agmt. of terms & residency requirements Approved
Permissive Conditional Use Permit at
9822 Downey -Norwalk Rd.: Req. to file
Downey Theatre Rental Rates
Held to next meeting for further
info from Theatre Mgr.
SS Proj. #370/371: Award to Ted R. Jenkins
for placing chip seal & slurry seal &
auth. staff to add addl. quantities Approved
Opal Henn: Extends Rose Float Assn.
thanks to Park & Rec. f/help with ice
cream socials
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ACTION
Paul Sarvis re Ord. rescinding Armdmt. #3
Diane Boggs re Rose Float Assn. request
for waiver of Theatre rates
Joel Lubin re Plan Attndmt. #3
David Ray re Cigarette Tax Charter City
Revenue & duplicate tapes of Council
Meetings in Library
Kathy Shorman re duplicate tapes of
Council Meetings
Joel Lubin re turning tapes over to
Historical Society & City's cost for
photocopies
Cn. Davila re requirement that people
using tape recordings of Council Mtgs.
must be observed
Closed session re pending litigation &
personnel
Meeting adjourned in nennry of Sara
McCart, former Planning Commissioner,
& Jerry Stiunpf, sre,� of Traffic
Committee
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MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
SEPZ'Emm 13, 1983
The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 7:30 p.m.,
September 13, 1983, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, Mayor Robert G.
Cormack presiding.
PRESENT: Council Members:
Robert G. Cormack Mayor
Theodore H. Jackman Mayor Pro Tem
Randall R. Barb
Bob Davila
James T. Quinn
ALSO PRESENT: Bud Ovrom, City Manager
Carl K. Newton, City Attorney
James R. Cutts, Director of Community Development
Lee Powell, Director of Administrative Services
William F. Martin, Police Chief
Don Davis, Fire Chief
James R. Jarrett, Acting Director of Community Services
Francis E. Carter, City Planner
Harald J. Henriksen, City Engineer
Scot Yotsuya, Assistant to City Manager
Robert L. Shand, City Clerk -Treasurer
Judy McDonnell, Executive Secretary
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The Invocation was delivered by Councilman Jackman. The Flag Salute was led
by Councilman Davila.
On behalf of the Automobile Club of Southern California and the American
Automobile Association, Shirley Webster presented to the City of Downey an award
of excellence for outstanding achievement in Pedestrian Safety. She said Downey
was one of five cities in the nation between 50,000 and 100,000 population to win
the award. She also congratulated Mr. Chuck Eccleston, City Traffic Engineer,
the Police Department, and commended the Citizens Traffic Committee and school
representatives who contributed to the safety of Dcwney's citizens.
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Agenda Item VIII-E-6, Zone Change Case #203, was removed from the Consent
Calendar.
It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Barb, and passed
by the following vote to approve the Remainder of the Consent Calendar:
Minutes: Adjourned Regular Meeting of July 18, 1983; and Regular Meeting of
July 26, 1983.
Correspondence from Public Utilities Commission regarding Application #83-08-42
of Southern California Edison Company for Energy Cost Adjustment.
Correspondence from the City of Culver City regarding Cigarette Tax - Charter
City Revenue vs. State Subvention.
Cash Contract #451, Tennis Court Resurfacinq at Furman and Independence Parks:
Specifications and grant authority to advertise for bids C 40-17129
Cash Contract
- Firestone Boulevard
d 7 66. Accept street
(A/C #26-16253).
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General Warrants: #211204 - 211261; #312686 - 313061: $2,172,019.55.
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Alternate Theatre Patron Parking during Hometel Construction.
Report regarding Senior Citizen/Handicapped Transit Service.
Six bbnth Report regarding Ultralight Program.
Amenduent to Downey Municipal Code Section 9114 regarding Medium Density
Multiple Family Residential R-3 : Set for hearing at 7:30 p.m., October 11,
1983, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall.
Appeal, Zone Change Case #200, 8607 Ittper1. Hi hway: Set for hearing at
7:30 p.m., September 27, 1983, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall.
Appeal, Zone Variance #218, 12102 Gurley Avenue: Set for hearing at 7:30 p.m.,
September 27, 1983, rn the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall.
Appeal, Zone Variance #275, 7205 Shady Oak Drive: Set for hearing at 7:30
p.m., September 27, 1983, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall.
Appeal of Sign Code interpretations pertaining to meaning of "copy change" -
9060 Firestone Boulevard: Set for hearing at 730 p.m., October 11, 1983, in
Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall.
Appeal, Sign Face Dividers Change, 8001 Florence Avenue: Hearing set for
7 0 p.m., October 11, 1983, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall.
RESOLUTION NO. 4296
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUAI\W
APPROVING PROGRAM SUPPLEM[M NO. 14 OF THE CITY/STATE
AGREEMENT NO. 07-5334 FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF RAILROAD
GATES AT RIVES AVENUE (CROSSING NO. BK:494.5)
RESOLUTION NO. 4297
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IXxDNE,'Y
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND SUBMISSION OF THE CALIFORNIA
HOUSING ADVISORY SERVICE GRANT PROGRAM
AYES: 5 Council Members: Jackman, Barb, Davila, Quinn, Cormack
Councilman Davila requested a condition be added before the hearing on Zone
Change Case #203, 8312 Iowa Street, so that no ambulance or loud apparatus would
be allowed to operate from that location.
Mr. Carter stated at the present time, ambulance service is not a permitted
use in the H-M zone. Also, there are no conditions to a change of zone.
Councilman Davila would like to extend the area of notification of property
owners for this hearing from 500 to 1,000 feet.
It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Barb, and passed by
unanimous vote to set a hearing on Zone Change Case #203, for 7:30 p.m., October 11,
1983, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall. (See motion to set hearing
for September 27, 1983.)
It was moved by Councilman Davila to extend the notification area to at least
1,000 feet. The motion was accepted by Mayor Commack.
AYES: 1 Council Member: Davila
NOES: 4 Council Members: Jackman, Barb, Quinn, Cormack
Failed.
Mr. Ovrom explained that due to an oversight, the hearing was set for October
llth when it should have been set for September 27th.
It was moved by Councilman Barb, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and passed by
unanimous vote to amend the previous motion and set the hearing on Zone Change Case
#203 for 7:30 p.m., September 27, 1983, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City
Hall.
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ORAL Ca44JNICATICNS - Items not on Agenda
Opal Henn, 10708 LaReina, representing the Downey Rose Float Association_, re-
quested a waiver of charges for use of the Downey Comity Theatre by the
Association for the Miss Downey Pageant. It is her understanding the Association
is also to be charged for last year's use of the Theatre. The waiver is requested
for the Theatre alone —the Association will pay the costs for stage crew and
lighting.
It was moved by Councilman Davila to waive the fees for the Theatre for the
Downey Rose Float Association, as described by Mrs. Henn. The motion died for lack
of a second.
Councilman Barb mentioned that later on the Agenda the Council will be con-
sidering Theatre rates. He suggested if the Rose Float Association is felt to be
of service to the City they could be assisted with funding rather than waiving
fees for som organizations and not for others.
Mayor Commack asked staff to review the possibility of other available funding.
Councilman Jackman suggested possible use of Block Grant Funds.
Referred to staff.
Councilman Barb mentioned the Council granted money to the Juvenile Diversion
Program and We Tip, which were counted in the lump sum of money made available for
social service organizations. He said the two organizations are crime related,
and he questioned whether they should be deleted from social services and placed
in the Police budget. Also, Councilman Barb indicated there was a $1,400 increase
in the Cerritos Di.verson program which came out of money available for social
services. He then moved to replace the $1400 in the social service program.
Councilman Quinn would like to raise the social services amount to $20,000,
which is the amount spent last year.
Councilman Jackman prefers using Block Grant funds rather than Revenue Sharing.
It was indicated that if the two organizations are removed from social ser-
vices and placed in the Police Budget, there would be $14,000 for social services.
Staff was asked to come back with recommendations for social services funding.
Ruth Nivens, 8525 Donovan Street, requested consideration be given to requiring
licenses on bicycles. She cited an incident, wherein her purse was taken by a boy
on a bicycle, and she indicated a visible license could have been seen for identi-
fication purposes.
Chief Martin stated bicycle registration is voluntary —it is not mandatory,
and the license stickers are very small, and are for purposes of identifying stolen
bicycles. There is a State law which allows cities to require mandatory licensing
of bicycles.
Mayor Cormack requested staff look into the possibility of mandatory licensing
and report back to the Council.
Councilmm Davila also requested Chief Martin to make a report on the number
stolen bicycles per month.
Mr. Paul Sarvis, 13603 Barlin, indicated he wished to speak about what would
happen after recision of the ordinance concerning Redevelo�alt Plan AmendmentNo. 3. He was informed this is an agenda item.
Mayor Cormack said the meeting will be adjourned in memory of Sara McCart,
former Planning Commissioner, and Jerry Stmmgf, a member of the Traffic Committee.
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The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Quinn and
seconded by Councilman Jackman to waive further reading and to introduce the
Ordinance. Mayor Cormack so ordered the waiver of further reading. The motion to
introduce was passed by unanimous vote.
Al ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCILOF I OF •• I
AIMINGAMMING CHAPTER 7, SECTION1 OF 1 DURMY MUNICIPAL
CODE DESIGWING =DIE MANAGEMENT/ •• I •II II/II I•
POSITIONS AS PAIC OF E UNCLASSIFIEDEMEIT SEWICE
The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jackman and
seconded by Councilman Quinn to waive further reading and to introduce the Ordinance.
Mayor Connack so ordered the waiver of further reading. The :ration to introduce
was passed by unanimous vote.
RESOLUTIONS
RESOLUTION NO. 4298
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY,
DENYING ZONE VARIANCE NO. 213 (12103 Downey Avenue)
The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jackman
and seconded by Councilman Barb to waive further reading and to adopt Resolution
No. 4298. Mayor Cormack so ordered the waiver of further reading.
It was indicated a 30-day tore period for compliance will be set f= the date
the notice is mailed to the applicant.
The motion to adopt was then passed by unanimmus vote.
RESOLUTION NO. 4299
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF D0WNEY
ADOPTING REGULATIONS GOVERNING TAPE RECORDINGS OF
COUNCIL MEETINGS AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 3885
The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jackman and
seconded by Councilman Barb to waive further reading and to adopt Resolution No.
4299. Mayor Cormack so ordered the waiver of further reading.
Mr. Shand said he conducted a survey of various cities in the surrounding area
of curable population to Downey, which indicated a variety of charges for re-
producing tapes. He said the rates are based on staff and overhead.
Councilman Davila inquired about using dual recorders for taping meetings in
order to eliminate staff time. He then said it appears the public is being dis-
couraged from requesting services they might need. He feels the proposed charges
in the resolution are excessive. Also, a metro was submitted by the City Clerk
indicating a second recording could be made of Council meetings, which could serve
as the tape for use by the public. Councilman Davila asked the City Attorney if
State law allows staff time to be charged for public use.
Mr. Newton replied yes, it is provided for in the Public Records Act.
Mr. Shand explained every city surveyed has a different policy on this matter.
Mr. Paul Sarvis, 13603 Barlin, questioned whether staff time could be included
as reasonable costs as stated in the Public Records Act. He submitted to the
Council a copy of the Attorney General's Opinion 80-1006 dated April 1981, noting
the Attorney General considers copies of recordings made by the public to be free
of charge. He concurred with rescinding Resolution 3885 and requested considera-
tion of reducing the costs in the proposed resolution to a reasonable amount. He
said the cities of Bellflower, Bell Gardens, Lynwood and Maywood provide these
services free; other cities charge considerably less than in the proposed resolution.
Mr. Sarvis requested the Council amend the resolution by eliminating a fee for a
person using his own equipment to make a copy of a tape, and to reduce the fee to
a reasonable rate for using City equipment. Also, if the Council would hold this
matter for two weeks, he would be willing to investigate the possibility of
obtaining a donation of appropriate equipment for the copying process.
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Ms. Terry Lambrose, 9715 Brookshire, suggested a duplicate tape be filed in
the Library to be checked out by citizens.
Mr. Joel Lubin, 7820 Allengrove, suggested the resolution define what consists
of a "page." Also, he inquired about tapes being donated to the Historical Society
and was informed the Historical Society has no storage space. Mr. Lubin indicated
he feels the proposed charges are unreasonable.
Mr. Shand stated a constituent using tapes in the City Clerk's office must
be continually observed, and this was part of the basis for arriving at the overhead.
Mr. Don Thomas, 13331 Lakewood Boulevard, treasurer of Downey CARES, said he
is authorized to advise the Council that unless a reasonable figure is decided
upon, his organization will institute litigation to force the issue.
Mr. Lennie Whittington, 8542 Manatee, commented regarding the Council Members
and City Attorney present at the tore the resolution was adopted in 1980. Also, a
ruling on the legality of this matter was obtained from the Attorney General,,
and the City has chosen to ignore his ruling.
Ms. Jan Tannehill, 11919 Pomering load, offered a solution of using an outside
taping service, who would have the finest modern electronic equipment.
It was moved by Councilman Davila to amend the motion to delay this matter for
further study. There was no second.
Councilman Barb inquired about passing the resolution and still investigating
other possibilities.
Councilman Davila concurred with the suggestion of having a duplicate tape
available in the Library.
The motion to adopt Resolution No. 4295 was passed by the following vote:
AYES: 4 Council Members: Jadwan, Barb, Quinn, COrmack
ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Davila
With the concensus of the Council, Mayor Conmack directed staff to review the
cost for providing duplicate tapes of Council meetings in the Library.
RESOLUTION NO. 4300
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The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jackman and
seconded by Councilman Davila to waive further reading and to adopt Resolution No.
4300. Mayor Cormack so ordered the waiver of further reading. The motion to adopt
was passed by unanimous vote.
Downey Museum of Art Sculpture Placement at Furman Park
Mr. Noll G. Thatpson, 7431 No Street, mamber of the Board of Directors of the
Downey Museum of Art, requested the City's approval of a sculpture by an artist who
will be opening a show in the museum. He distributed for Council perusal photo-
graphs of a similar sculpture that has been donated to UCLA. The proposed sculpture
would be six feet in diameter, red in color, and will be constructed out of
fiberglass. It is requested the City install a six by six foot slab for the
sculpture at the outside entrance of the museum. Value of the sculpture would be
approximately $25,000. Mr. Thompson invited the Council to attend a reception of
the opening of the sculptor's show on Thursday. The sculptor has also indicated a
willingness to work with the architect to design a sculpture for the new City Hall.
Mayor Cormack asked about the possibility of moving the sculpture in the
future if necessary.
Mr. Thoupson replied the sculpture is a gift to the Museum of Art and would
require action of the Board.
It was noted the Council will not be able to attend the reception on Thursday
because it conflicts with the retirement dinner for the Mayor -Council Secretary.
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Mr. Thompson said an unveiling of the sculpture is proposed to be held
September 28th. He responded to questions regarding location of the sculpture,
the cost for the slab, and care of the artwork itself. When a question was raised
about the possibility of children climbing on the sculpture, Mr. Tharpson said the
City and its employees are covered by the Museum's liability policy.
Councilor n Barb indicated it would be a mistake to locate the sculpture in a
park near the children's play area.
It was moved by Councilman Quinn to approve the donation, including $250. for
the installation of concrete. The chair accepted the motion.
Councilman JackiT nz concurred with Councilman Barb. Also, he would rather see
the Museum place the sculpture inside the building.
Councilman Davila indicated he does not believe the sculpture should be in a
park but should be on the inside of the building.
Mr. Lukman Glasgow, Executive Director of the Downey Art Museum, said Mr.
Patriciu bbnteescu is a world class sculpture. He also mentioned that if anyone
fell off the structure they would land on the grass, not the slab. He urged the
Council to approve the sculpture, noting Downey is the only com<muLity in the south-
east area with a museum of art.
Councilman Jackman said the sculpture is being donated to the Museum, not the
City, and that it should be placed inside the Museum.
AYES: 2 Council Members: Quinn, Cornack
NOES. 3 Council Members: Jaclanan, Davila, Barb
Failed.
ect #386 - Lakewood Boulevard, S.S. Project #387 - Firestone Bc
Mayor Conmck declared a recess from 9:12 p.m. to 9:18 p.m. The meeting re-
sumed with all Council Members present.
Mr. Rodger Kobata, landscape architect commissioned by the City to work on the
street landscaping for Firestone and Lakewood Boulevards, comented on the basic
concept displayed for the Council's perusal, showing what he feels the landscaping
will look like when installed. He mentioned the criteria is to use a random and
natural pattern of plan material. The landscaping would take into consideration a
wood -type monument sign at the City's entrances and street signage for major cross
streets. The signs would conform to Caltrans standards. Grass would be used as a
ground cover in the larger areas bordered by stanped concrete. The plant materials
would be drought tolerant, low maintenance type of landscaping. Mr. Kobata then
narrated a slide presentation showing the type of plants proposed to be used.
A discussion was held regarding the landscaping in the City of Lakewood. Mr.
Kobata mentioned Caltrans does not permit the type of landscaping used in Lakewood.
Councilman Barb does not feel Downey should have to carpromi.se what is best
for the City because representatives of Caltrans have different ideas.
Mr. Kobata commented on the type of trees he feels would be best for Firestone,
which he said was submitted to Caltrans and rejected. He said he can submit the
plans the Council wants and go from there. Caltrans has agreed with the concept
for landscaping, but the plant materials have changed.
Councilman Barb prefers the high rounded grass medians so they can be seen.
Councilman Davila made a motion to table this matter and send it back to
staff for study and if any individual CouncihTen want to have input, take it to
staff and let them work it out.
Mr. Kobata conmented on the type of landscaping for the left -turn pockets,
which were proposed by the Keep Downey Beautiful Conmttee, and this is reflected
in the concept. The proposal has been interfaced with the Keep Downey Beautiful
Committee and the Recreation Comiissioi, and a tour was taken of the surrounding
c o m mities .
Staff was directed to continue working of this matter.
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It was moved by Councilman Jackman and seconded by Councilman Quinn to
re -affirm the bid for moving and storing books and furniture to Trans -California
Moving & Storage on Cash Contract #491 - Library Addition, and authorize staff to
proceed in accordance 7w1the schedule.
Councilman. Barb said he has been to the Library and looked at the ceiling, and
he indicated it is not necessary to spend money for a new ceiling. The new addi-
tion is a completely separate room, and there is no reason for the two ceilings to
look exactly alike. Doors can be installed instead of a sprinkler system.
This matter was held to the end of the meeting for a field trip to the Library.
Firestone Boulevard Widening Project - Old River School Road to Firestone
Mr. Henriksen ccmnented on the proposed widening project which, he said, would
allow a much higher degree of safety getting in and out of driveways along the curve
on Firestone. Caltrans has set aside sufficient funds to acquire ten feet on both
sides of the street in the one block. The major lessee of property in the area,
Nowlings Oldsmobile, is in favor of the project.
Councilman Barb expressed concern that the widening would shorten the 12-14
foot sidewalk and grass area between the street and the building. He then
questioned the need to widen Firestone in this area when the traffic has decreased
over the years.
Mr. Henriksen said there are plans under way for development on the westerly
end of Firestone, as well as further development in South Gate which could stimu-
late additional traffic. He responded to further questions regarding the project.
It was moved by Councilman Davila, seconded by Councilman Quinn, and passed
by the following vote to approve the Firestone Boulevard Widening Project.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Jackman, Davila, Quinn, Cormack
NOES: 1 Council Nbsnber: Barb
Kathy Shoran, 8731 Fifth Street, inquired regarding the number of accidents
along Firestone since the widening project is proposed for greater safety.
Mr. Henriksen said he does not have statistics but indicated the chances of
having an accident on a curve is much greater where the roadway is narrower than
the rest of the street.
It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Quinn, and passed
by unanimous vote that closure of the Manzanar/Santa Ana Freeway Pedestrian Tunnel
be deferred until sidewalks can be installed on Boulevard. In the intern
staff will continue to monitor the use of the Manzanar Pedestrian Tunnel and will
discuss the City s intention to consider the closure with appropriate School
District staff.
It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Quinn, and passed
unanimous vote to accept the Verification Certification for qualified
natures affixed to referendunuu petitions cOnCernlnq Ca ty Ordu7ance No. 723 -
It was moved by Councilman Jackman and seconded by Councilman Quinn to rescind
Ordinance. No. 723 with the added stipulation and direction of staff to bring back
to the Council as soon as reasonably possible a substantially changed Ordinance for
consideration.
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The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jackman,
seconded by Councilman Quinn, and passed by unanimous vote to waive further reading
and to introduce the Ordinance.
it was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Quinn, and passed
by the following vote to ask staff to bring back for Council consideration another
ordinance substantially changed from Ordinance No. 723.
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It was moved by Councilman Davila to amend the motion that in the substantially
changed Ordinance the wording eminent domain will be deleted. The motion died for
lack of a second.
AYES: 4 Council Members: Jackman, :Barb, Quinn, Cormack
NOES: 1 Council Member: Davila
It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Quinn, and passed
by unanimous vote to approve the Agreement with Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe to
serve as bond counsel for the Civic Center Refunding Issue, and authorize the
Mayor to sign the Agreement.
It was moved by Councilman Quinn, seconded by Mayor Cormack, and passed by
the following vote to authorize staff to draw up a Letter of Agreement stating
terms and associated residency requirements necessary for placing a resident/
caretaker on the premises at the Rio Hondo Country Club Maintenance Service Yar
Councilman Jackman asked who would be liable if the caretaker is attacked and
injured.
Mr. Henriksen replied he is an enployee of Mr. Avila.
Mr. Newton explained the agreement can provide the caretaker would be on the
premises as an employee of Mr. Avila and provide for waiver of liability to the City.
Mr. Jarrett camented on the City's responsibility for repairs and alterations
to the proposed housing at the maintenance service yard.
AYES: 5 Council Members: Jackman, Barb, Davila, Quinn, Cormack
It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Barb, and passed by
unanimous vote to deny the request to file a Pennissive Conditional Use Permit at
9822 Downey -Norwalk Road.
The Downey Theatre Rental Rates were held to the next meeting for further
information from the Theatre Manager.
It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Quinn, and passed
by unanimous vote to award a unit price contract totaling $136,109 to Ted R. Jenkins
of Long Beach for placing of chip seal and slurry seal under S.S. Project 1370/371,
and authorize staff to add additional quantities in the amount of 8,900 (Account
#26-16370 and 36-16371).
Opal Henn thanked the Council for allowing her to speak earlier and mentioned
the Rose Float Association extends its thanks to Parks & Recreation for helping
with the ice cream socials.
Mayor Cormack declared a recess from 10:25 p.m. to 10:46 p.m. for a field trip
to the Library. The meeting resumed with all Council Members present.
Cash Contract #491, Library Addition Moving & Storage, was held over and staff
was directed to come back with more information and figures.
ORAL COK4-TNICATIONS - Audience
Paul Sarvi.s, 13603 Barlin, speaking on behalf of Downey CARES, expressed con-
cern that the Ordinance resmrnk mg Amen ent No. 3 may be a ploy to circumvent the
Election Code and to avoid a vote of the people. Mr. Sarvis mentioned the law re-
quires a new ordinance be essentially different than the one rescinded, and he
outlined what Downey CARES believes would be an essentially different ordinance.
Also, Downey CARES would like to help develop a plan and would be willing to meet
any time to discuss writing a new ordinance.
Diane Boggs, 8629 Meadow Road, speaking as a private citizen, indicated she
was encouraged by the Council's comments to Mrs. Henn concerning the Rose Float
Association.
Joel Lubin, 7820 Allengrove, said he had hoped the issue concerning Plan
Amendment No. 3 would go to election.
David Ray, 7338 Nada, inquired regarding the agenda item concerning Cigarette
Tax Charter City Revenue. He was given a copy of the correspondence. Mr. Ray
then asked when a report will be brought back concerning the suggestion to have
duplicate tapes of Council Meetings in the Library, and he was told this would be
brought back next meeting.
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Kathy Shormah, 8731 Fifth Street, asked if other options will be considered
regarding duplicate tapes of Council Meetings.
Mayor Cormack replied the main option would be to look toward providing dupli-
cate tapes in the Library.
Joel Lubin favored having a duplicate tape in the Library and feels that
turning tapes over to the Historical Society should also be in the Fesolution. He
was told this matter is already covered by resolution. Mr. Lubin is opposed to
the City's cost for photocopies.
ORAL COL& UNICATIONS - City Council
Councilman Davila inquired regarding the
dings of Council Meetings must be obsery
Mr. Shand replied he will provide Councilman Davila with the section number
of the Public Records Act, which requires people to be observed.
CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Cormack recessed the meeting to closed session from 11:01 p.m. to 11:25
p.m. to discuss pending litigation and personnel. The meeting resumed with all
Council Members present.
ADJOURZENT: 11:25 p.m.
The meeting was mourned in mlmry of Sara
sioner, and Jerry Stumpf, a der of the Traffil
Robert L.-Shand, City Clerk -Treasurer
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