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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-11-22-83-Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF D=,MY NOVEMBER 22, 1983 TABLE OF MINUTE Presentation of Proclamation to VFW members declaring Nov. 27-Dec. 3 as Voice of Democracy Week ACTIONS MVme k Appointment of Al Foster, business tenant, and Edith Simms, residential owner/occupant to Project Area Committee Approved Minutes: Reg. Mtg., October 11, 1983; Adj. Reg. Mtg. October 15, 1983; & Reg. Mtg., October 25, 1983 Approved Legal Claims for Rejection: Ref. #642 - Stratford; & Ref. #643 - Coberly General Warrants: #211411 - 211441 #314015 - 314251 General Plan Amendment #83-3, 9400 Gallatin Rd. "Contributions" - Friends of Library: Status Report Report re Tenant -Landlord Mediation PAGE NO. Hearing set for December 13, 1983 Filed Filed Application for Christmas Parade Route Approved Res. #4327, Adopting Update to Affirmative Action Plan Adopted SS Proj. #380, Finevale Dr. - Guatemzla Av. to Horley Av.; Stamps Av. - Telegraph Rd. to Brookpark Rd.: Award unit price contract to Nobest Inc. & Nodland R. L. Approved CC #512, Apollo Neighborhood Center Roofing: Appropriation of addl. funds from HCD Block Grant Funds & award unit price contract to Lee Roofing Co. Approved CC #514, Palm Tree Removal & Cleaning: Award to Golden Bear Arborists, Inc. & issue deductive change reducing contract amount Approved Westbound Firestone Bl. Right Turn Lane at Brookshire Av. Held over for two meetings CC #491, Library Addn. - Roof Const.: Give contractor "Notice to Proceed" with — addl. work required, subj. to staff review of more detailed contractor proposals re two alternatives in staff report & apprvl. of final cost by Council Approved West Downey Little League Ball Field: Furnish funds for brick dust & bases Approved Agmt. w/Archiplan/Eccnomics Research Assoc. for Study of Firestone Corridor, pending apprvl. by City Attorney as to form Approved Senior Citizen Rubbish Refund Approved 1 1 2 2 .2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 4 Page 1 of 3 COUNCIL MINUTES, NUMMER 22, 1983 TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTINUED) SUBJECT ACTION Contract cleaning/maint. service for Downey Come. Theatre: Replace City Theatre Maim. Worker Approved Zone Change 0200R, 8603-07 Imperial Hwy.: Certify negative declaration & direct staff to study change in General Plan Approved Ord. amending Zoning Map (Zone Change #200R) Introduced Angie Bonacquisti & Jeannette Cox: Request for reduced fee or donation ofDowney Coma. Theatre for ballet performance 12/9/83 as fund raising effort for severely handicapped children Ref. to staff Rose Float Assn.: Direct Public Works Dept. to put Downey's float into operating condition Approved Ord. amending Zoning Map (Zone Change #204) (11719 Brookshire Av.) Introduced Ord. ammnding Zoning Map (Zone Change #205) (11624-42 Lakewood & 11637 Bellflower B1.) Introduced Res. #4328, Ord. Annexation into Ltg. Maint. Dist. AD 121 (Annex. 83/14 - Allengrove) Adopted Res. #4329, Ord. Annexation into Ltg. Mai.nt. Dist. AD 121 (Annex. 83/15 - Quinn) Adopted Ord. amending DMC re Ambulance Service Ord. re Bicycle Licenses Proposal for Implementation of Commiuii.ty Access in Downey & auth. formation of Come. Access Corp.(except Rules & Regs.); approve Coon. Access Plan of Action (embodied in Goals, Objectives & Activities); approve Proposed Agmt. for Comm. Access Services; & approve proposed Budgets for Cotten. Access Funds for FY 1982-83, 1983-84 & 1984-85 Federal Insurance Program: Auth. staff to contact Fed. Ins. Ache. to determine terms under which City may becomm eligible Study session re Transit Alternatives Mayor Cormack requested master calendar Cn. Davila req. staff study conflict in City 's Ordinances Intent to Reappoint Del Clawson to Hospital Auth. for Dist. 1 Intent to Reappoint Priscilla Dunnum to Hospital Auth. for Dist. 5, w/concurrence of Cn. Jackman City Attorney still reviewing Newsrack Ord. City unable to provide office space for Assemblyman Young Continued to next meeting Ref. to City Attorney & Police Chief for possible amendment Approved •.. . -.1 4 4 5 5 5 5 6 6 7 7 7 7 �3 Set for 6:30 p.m., December 6, 1983 8 Referred to staff 8 8 8 8 8 8 Page 2 of 3 COUNCIL MINUTES, NOVFMBER 22, 1983 TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTIIVUED) SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO. Status re Boy' s Market on Paramount Bl. : Staff to contact owners to see about getting building occupied 8 Recognition for Stamps Foundation & Friends of DcHmey Library - Should be ready by next two meetings 8 City Clerk req. legaleze wording be omitted from City's Ordinances when updated Approved 8 Closed session re pending and potential litigation 8 Meeting adjourned to 6:30 p.m., December 6, 1983 8 Page 3 of 3 13x) MINfJTFS OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DO&= NOVEMER 22, 1983 The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 7:30 p.m., November 22, 1983, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, Mayor Robert G. Cormack presiding. PRESENT: Council Members: rcbert G. Cormack Mayor Ted H. Jackman Mayor Pro Tern Bob Davila James T. Quinn ABSENT: Randall R. Barb (excused) ALSO PRESENT: Bud Ovrom, City Manager Carl K. Newton, City Attorney William A. Ralph, Director of Public Works James R. Cutts, Director of Ccum pity Development William A. Martin, Polioe Chief Ion Davis, Fire Chief James R. Jarrett, Acting Director of ConRunity Services Jeff Allred, Director of Personnel Harald J. Henriksen, City Engineer Kevin O'Connor, Theatre Manager Soot Yotsuya, Assistant to City Manager Robert L. Shand, City Clerk -Treasurer Judy McDonnell, Executive Secretary The Invocation was delivered by Councilman Jackman. The Flag Salute was led by Councilman Quinn. Mayor Cormack presented a proclamation to members of the VFW declaring November — 27-December 3 as Voice of Democracy Week. Mayor Cormack explained that since Councilman Jaclanan was recently released from the hospital and there are certain items he should be involved with, it is re- quested those items be moved forward ahead of the hearings. There were no objections. C • p• 4PYUIBgyt.`� It was moved by Councilman Quinn to appoint Al Foster as business tenant and Edith Simms as residential owner/occupant to the Project Area Committee. Councilman Davila objected and said he would like to appoint Dr. Sullivan as business tenant. Mr. Ovrom mentioned past appointments have been made according to district rather than by category, and attests are being made to correct this. The appoint- ments have to be made by the Council as a whole to fit certain categories. Councilman Davila feels he is entitled to an appointment and indicated Dr. Sullivan owns the property on which is he is tenant. When it was explained that Dr. Sullivan does not qualify because he would be considered a business owner, then Councilman Davila said he would like to appoint Dr. Martin, who is a tenant. The motion was seconded by Councilman Jackman and passed by the following vote:' AYES: 3 Council Members: Jackman, Quinn, Cormack NOES: 1 Council Member: Davila ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Barb C1 1 It was moved by Councilman Quinn, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and passed by the following vote to approve the Consent Calendar: Council Minutes 11/22/83 -1- Minutes: Regular Meeting of October 11, 1983; Adjourned Regular Meeting of Legal Claims for Rejection: Ref. #642, Mitchell Allen Stratford, Kevin Scott Strattord, anL)aniel Stratford; and R , Richard er y, indivi y and W.D.W., a 'toint venture dba Dawnev (1rn m,+v Wo. I +h ror+or General Warrants: #211411 - 211441; #314015 - 314251. 51,368,354.05. General Plan Amendment No. 83-3, 9400 Gallatin Road: Set hearing for 7:30 p.m., December 13, 1983, in the Council amber of the Downey City Hall. "Contributions" - Friends of the Library: Status Report. Report regarding Tenant -landlord Mediation. Application for Christmas Parade Route. RESOLUTION NO. 4327 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWDY ADOPTING AN UPDATE TO THE,AFFIRMATIVE ACTION PLAN AYES: 4 Council Members: Jackman, Davila, Quinn, Cormack ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Barb ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS It was moved by Councilman Quinn, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and passed by the following vote to award a unit price contract totaling $34,096 to Nobest Incorporated and Nodland R. L. for gutter construction under S.S. Project #380, Finevale Drive - Guatemala Avenue to Horley Avenue; StaTrps Avenue - Te egrap Roa< to Brockoark Rnar7 A [ 0C-I r-M AYES: 4 Council Members: Jackman, Davila, Quinn, Cormack ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Barb It was moved by Councilman Quinn, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and passed by the following vote to appropriate additional funds in the amount of $8,700 from the HCD Block Grant Fund for use on Cash Contract #512, Apollo Neighborhood Center Roofing, and award a unit price contract totaling 52,657.72 to Lee Roofing Company of Costa Mesa, Incorporated (A/C #28-20312). Mayor Cormack mentioned he received a note from Counci]man Barb suggesting more time be taken to secure further bids. A discussion was held regarding the type of roof to be installed and the length of the warranty. Councilman Jackman went on record as saying "the Apollo Center will be nothing but a cost item for the rest of our lives." He questioned where the funds will come from when Block Grant Funds are no longer available. It was indicated there were 20-30 invitations sent out, and only one bid was received. - Diane Boggs, Vice President of Boggs Roofing, said they received an invitation but did not submit a bid. Mr. Ralph was asked if HUD would allow only one bid on the project, and he replied yes, so long as the project is advertised in the prescribed way. Mayor Cormack asked staff to send a letter to HUD objecting to their requirements. AYES: 4 Council Members: Jackman, Davila, Quinn, COrmack ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Barb It was moved by Councilman Quinn, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and passed by the following vote to award a contract to Golden Bear Arborists, Inc., in the amount of $31,285 for palm tree removal and cleaning under Cash Contract #514, and direct staff to issue a deductive change reducing the contract to 24,360 (A/C #10-4-3140.0700). Council Minutes 11/22/83 -2- AYES: 4 Council Members: Jackman, Davila, Quinn, Cormack ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Barb Westbound over Turn Lane at was held It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Quinn, and passed by the following vote that the Contractor be given "Notice to Proceed" with the additional work required on Cash Contract #491, Library Addition - Foof Construction subject to staff review of more detailed Contractor proposals concerning the two alternatives in the staff report and approval of final cost by the Council. AYES: 4 Council timbers: Jackman, Davila, Quinn, Cormack ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Barb West Downey Little League Ball Field Mr. Ralph said a letter has been received from the West Downey Little League indicating they could get along with less than originally requested. They are requesting $1,250 for sod, $1,100 for brick dust, and $125 for bases. Mr. Rudy Flores, 12138 Downey Avenue, President of West Downey Little League, commented on the type of grass needed and said if the City can furnish the material, they will furnish the labor. It was moved by Councilman Davila and seconded by Councilman Quinn to approve the expenditure of $2,475 (see amended motion). Councilman Jackman questioned whether sod and brick dust is required for Little League and whether the City provides that type material for the parks. Mr. Ralph replied the ball diamonds in the City 's parks have brick dust. Over the years grass has been developed. Councilman Jackman feels this is setting a precedent in that the Council has had to turn doom requests for funds from practically every cultural organization in the City. Mr. Flores said they have raised $14,000 out of the $17,000 needed. He responded to questions concerning the use of sod and brick dust. Mr. Jarrett was asked if the City has any extra bases, and he replied no. Councilman Quinn asked if the Little League could get by with brick dust and bases. Mr. Don Burns, field manager, said they have to lay the brick dust before they can do the planting. It was moved by Councilman Quinn, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and passed by the following vote to make an amended motion to furnish $1,100 for the brick dust and $125 for the bases. AYES: 4 Council Members: Jackman, Davila, Quinn, Cormack ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Barb The motion as amended was passed by the following vote: AYES: 4 Council Members: Jackman, Davila, Quinn, Cormack ABSENT: 1 Council Metnber: Barb Agreement with Archipl.an/Econanics Research Associates for Study of Firestone Corridor Mr. Ovrom commented on the approximate sum of $500,000 in Federal grants available to the City which would allow the Firestone corridor merchants to borrow money to re -facade their stores under the City's low interest loan program. Before proceeding, some standards or criteria should be established, and it is recommended contracting with the Archiplan company to help develop the standards and criteria. Money for the consultants would come out of the Federal Jobs Bill Program. Mr. Ovrom discussed the study to be conducted and said it is anticipated a study would be conducted approximately every five years. Council Minutes 11/22/83 -3- �3Jk It was moved by councilman Quinn, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and passed by the following vote to authorize the City Manager to approve the agreement with Archiplan/EconomLcs Research Associates pending approval by the City Attorney as to form. A discussion was held regarding the study. Mr. Ovrom explained this would be a volunteer program. Mr. Paul Sarvis, 13603 Barlin, supports the proposed study, but he does not agree that consideration of the Redevelopment program is independent of this study. He would like consideration of the redevelopment program to be held pending results of the study. AYES: 4 Council Members: Jackman, Davila, Quinn, Conmck ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Barb It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Quinn, and passed by the following vote to authorize a Senior Citizen Rubbish Refund. AYES: 4 Council Members: Jackman, Davila, Quinn, Cormack ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Barb It was moved by Councilman Quinn, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and passed by the following vote to approve the recomrendaticn to replace the City employed' Theatre Maintenance Worker with a contract cleaning/maintenance service for the Downey Com[mmdty Theatre. AYES: 4 Council Members: Jackson, Davila, Quinn, Conmack ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Barb Mayor Cormack opened the hearing on zone Change Case No. 200R, 8603-07 Imperial Highway. He inquired if the City Clerk had the Proof of Publication, and the response was yes. Mr. Cutts reported on the requested change of zone from R-1 (single family residential) to C-P (professional office). The easterly portion of the property is developed with a two-story general -professional office building with 20 off- street parking spaces. The westerly portion is vacant and unimproved. Mr. Cutts comrented on the development of the surrounding properties and said the General Plan designates the subject property, as well as adjoining property on the north side of Imperial, as indium density residential. If commercial zoning is approved, it is requested a study of the General Plan for the area be directed. Staff has prepared a negative declaration and has determined there would be no significant affect on the environment. Mayor Cormack inquired if the City Clerk had received any correspondence, and the response was no. Mayor Cormack then asked if anyone wished to speak in favor of the proposed zone change. Mr. Joseph Dilcreto 9266 Otto Street, co-owner of the subject property, said the information provided to the City Council when applying for the C-1 zone is completely valid and would be the satre information for this hearing. He reminded the Council that the prospective tenant is a business of conputer-related materials and supplies, with projected sales between $4-$5 million and that they do not envision any retail sales and would have very little disruption to the environment on Imperial Highway. There being no one else to speak in favor and no one to speak in opposition, it was moved by Councilman Quinn, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and so ordered to close the hearing. It was moved by Councilman Quinn and seconded by Councilman Jackman to approve the C-P zone change. The motion and second were withdrawn. It was moved by Councilmuz Quinn, seconded by Councilman Jackman, and passed by the following vote to certify the negative declaration and direct staff to study a change in the General Plan. AYES: 4 Council Members: Jackman, Davila, Quinn, Cormack ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Barb Council Minutes 11/22/83 -4- AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DaINEY AMENDING'THE ZONING MAP ADOPTED BY SECTION 9106.06 OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE .(ZONE CHANGE CASE NO. 200R) The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Quinn, and passed by the following vote to waive further reading and to introduce the Ordinance. AYES: 4 Council Members: Jackman, Davila, Quinn, Cormack ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Barb ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - Items not on Agenda Angie Bonacquisti, 9603 Parrot Avenue, and Jeannette Cox, 10623 Rives Avenue, representing the Los Angeles County Superintendent of Schools for handicapped children, requested reduced fee or donation of the Downey Commnity Theatre for the performance of the Nutcracker Ballet to be held on Decei[ber 9, 1983, as a fund raising effort for the severely handicapped children. During discussion, Ms. Bonacquisti was asked to possibly contact other areas serviced by their organization, as well as the County. Councilman Jackman was excused from the meeting at 9:02 p.m. Mr. Ovrom indicated he will check to see has much money is left in the Social Services Funding and will contact the County first thing tomorrow for their assist- ance on this matter. Mr. Frank O'Neil, 8814�5 Imperial Highway, President of the Downey Rose Float Association, explained work is almost colleted on the framework of Tbwney s float. However, there are problems with the engine and chassis, and he requested the city Is maintenance department perform work on the engine and chassis to make the float operable. It was indicated it would probably take 20-25 manhours to do the work. It was moved by Councilman Quinn, seconded by Councilman Davila, and passed by the following vote to direct the Public Works Department to put Downey's float into operating condition. AYES: 3 Council Members: Davila, Quinn, Connack ABSENT: 2 Council Members: Jackman, Barb Mayor Cormack opened the hearing on Zone Change Case No. 204, 11719 Brookshire Avenue. He inquired if the City Clerk had the Proof of Publication, and the response was yes. It was moved by Councilman Quinn and so ordered to receive and file the Proof. Mr. Cutts reported on the requested change of zone from R-2 to R-2 PUD. The applicant proposes an eight unit, two-story residential condominium development. Mayor Connack inquired if the City Clerk had received any correspondence, and the response was no. Mayor Cormack then asked if anyone wished to speak in favor of the proposed zone change. Mrs. Alda Sichting, 10434 Casanes, commented on a proposed condominium project for the property. There being no one else to speak in favor and no one to speak in opposition, it was moved by Councilman Davila, seconded by Councilman Quinn, and so ordered to close the hearing. ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUANEY AMENDING THE ZONING MAP ADOPTED BY SECTION 9106.06 OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE (PIKZ=G RESOLUTION NO. 699, ZONE CHANGE CASE NO. 204) Council Minutes 11/22/83 -5- The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Quinn, seconded by Councilman Davila, and passed by the following vote to waive further reading and to introduce the Ordinance. AYES: .3 Council Members: Davila, Quinn, Commack ABSENT: 1 Council Members: Jackrmn, Barb Mayor Cormack opened the hearing on Zone Chance Case No. 205, 11624-42 Lakewood Boulevard and ll637 Bellflower Boulevard. He inquired if the City Clerk had the Proof of Publication, and the response was yes. It was moved by Councilman Quinn and so ordered to receive and file the Proof. Mr. Cutts reported on the requested change of zone from R-3 and R1-5000 to R-3 planned unit development. He commented on the size of the properties and the proposal to build a'45-unit residential condominium development on the Lakewood Boulevard property. The BeUflawer Boulevard property is included in this zone change since it is currently developed with a two-story apartment building granted by zone exception. Mayor Cormack Inquired if the City Clerk had received any correspondence, and the response was no. Mayor Cormack then asked if anyone wished to speak in favor of the proposed zone change. , Mr. Jim Wynne, 30240 Cal -le de Suenos, Rancho Palos Verdes, said this would bring the zoning to agreenent with the City's General Plan. The intended use is a 45-unit condominium project. There being no one else to speak in favor and no one to speak in opposition, it was moved by CouiciLTan Quinn, seconded by Councilman Davila, and so ordered to close the hearing. ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUAMY AMENDING THE ZONING MAP ADOPTED BY SECTION 9106.06 OF THE DUNNE.'Y MUNICIPAL CODE (PLANNING RESOLUTION NO. 697, ZONE CHANGE CASE NO. 205) The Ordinance was read by title only. It was rmved by Councilman Quinn, seconded by Councilman Davila, and passed by the following vote to waive further reading and to introduce the Ordinance. AYES: 3 Council Members: Davila, Quinn, Commack ABSENT: 1 Council Members: Jackman, Barb Mayor COrmack opened the hearing on Lighting Maintenance Annexation 83/14 - Allengrove Street east of Dos Riczs Rn;4,9- the response was yes. of Publication, and It was moved by Councilman Quinn, seconded by Councilman Davila, and so ordered to receive and file the Affidavit and Proof. Mayor Cormack 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, it was moved by Councilman Davila, seconded by Counci.Lnan Quinn, and so ordered to close the hearing. RESOLUTION NO. 4328 ••• • • II • • • M L• • !! • 81 M IN • • • • • P • • I• 'J m '•91' • • •71 C Y • • 11111 • • •81 •,• •71 The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Quinn, seconded by Councilman Davila, and passed by the following vote to waive further reading and to adopt Resolution No. 4328. Council Minutes 11/22/83 -6- 7 33 1 AYES: 3 Council Members: Davila, Quinn, Cormack ABSENT: 2 Council Members: Jackman, Barb Cormack-opened the hearing on Lighting Maintenance District AD 121, 83/15 - Quinn Street west of Brookshire Avenue. He inquired if the had the Affidavit of Posting of Notice and Proof of Publicaton, and the response was no. It was moved by Councilman Quinn, seconded by Councilman Davila, and so ordered to receive and file the Affidavit and Proof. Mayor Cormack 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, it was moved by Councilman Quinn, seconded by Councilman Davila, and so ordered to close the hearing. RESOLUTION NO. 4329 ••• •I I I I• • • • 0MONC 1•ON21 • N • • • ` • • /• / ` • • '! 71 •'171' • • '�i C Y' 9 • • • •171 •M7.. •� I 1 I` •I • � I 991 The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Quinn, seconded by Councilman Davila, and passed by the following vote to waive further reading and to adopt Fesolution No. 4328. AYES: 3 Council Members: Davila, Quinn, Cormack ABSENT: 2 Council Members: Jackman, Bar • 171 I• � I � • I •' • •• � • 101 U � • • BY ADDING SUBSECTION (j) WHICH FELATES TO P••1SERVICE The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Davila to change the wording in the last two lines of Section (j) to read, "shall not be located within 1,000 feet of any residen-. tially inhabited property." The motion died for lack of a second. It was then moved by Councilman Davla that the Ordinance be denied. The motion died for lack of a second. It was moved by Councilman Quinn and so ordered to continue the Ordinance to the next meeting. Upon objection by Councilman Davila, the following vote was taken on the motion to continue: AYES: 2 Council Members: Quinn, Corrack NOES: 1 Council Member: Davila ABSENT: 2 Council Members: Jackman, Barb The Ordinance pertaisLing to Bicycle Licenses was referred to the City Attorney and Police Chief for possible amendment. •• 411 g I W Nug a I Livi Rngz•••a It was moved by Councilman Davila, seconded by Councilman Quinn, and passed by the following vote to approve the Proposal for IWlementaticn of Cor=uuty Access in Downey and to authorize formation of the Downey Community Access Corporation (except Rules and Regulations); approve Community Access Plan of Action (as embodied within the Goals, Objectives and Activities); approve Proposed Agreement for Commu- nity Access Services; and approve proposed Budgets for Community Access Funds for Fiscal Years 1982-83, 1983-84, and 1984-85. Council Minutes 11/22/83 -7- 93� AYES: 3 Council Members: Davila, Quinn, Commack ABSENT: 2 Council Members: Jackman, Barb It was moved by Councilman Quinn, seconded by Councilman Davila, and passed by the following vote to authorize staff to contact the Federal Insurance Adminis- tration by letter in order to detenmme more precisely the terms under which the City of Downey may became eligible to join the Federal Insurance Program. AYES: 3 Council Members: Davila, Quinn, Cormack ABSENT: 2 Council Members: Jackman, Barb Study Session to discuss Transit Alternatives Mayor Cormack requested staff work with the Downey Chamber of Commerce or the Coordinating Council on an up-to-date master calendar to be kept in the Council Chamber. The study session was set for 6:30 p.m., December 6, 1983. ORAL COIDMUNICATIONS - City Council Councilman Davila feels there is a conflict in the City's Ordinances, and he requested a study by staff. It was moved by Councilman Quinn to reappoint Del Clawson to the Hospital Authority for District One. It was also moved by Councilman Quinn to reppoint Priscilla Dunnuun to the Hospital Authority for District Five, with the concurrence of Councilman Jackman. Mayor Commack inquired regarding the status of the Newsrack Ordinance. Still being reviewed by the City Attorney. Mayor Commack asked about supplying office space for Assemblyman Young. Mr. Ovran replied that the City was unable to provide the needed space. When asked about the status of the Boy's Market on Paramount Boulevard, Mr. Ovran said it appears they are in compliance with all of the requirements. Staff will approach the owners to see about getting the building occupied. Mayor Cormack inquired regarding status of Recognition for the Stamps Founda- tion and Friends of the Downey Library. Mr. Jarrett replied staff is in the process of preparing dedication and recognition plaques. They should be ready by the next two meetings. Mr. Shand requested that when the City's Ordinances are updated, the Council authorize staff to eliminate the "legaleze wording. There being no objections, it was so ordered. ORAL CC1�Mli NICATIONS Audience: None CLOSED SESSION Mayor Cormack recessed the meeting to closed session from 9:32 p.m. to 10:10 p.m. to discuss pending and potential litigation. The meeting resumed with Council Members Davila, Quinn, Commack present; Council Members Jackman, Barb absent. ADJOURNMENT: 10:10 p.m. The meeting was adjourned to 6:30 p.m., December 6, 1983, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, to discuss Transit natives. Robert L. Shand, City Clerk -Treasurer G. Co_rma6k, Mayor Council Minutes 11/22/83 -8-