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Home My WebLink AboutMinutes-01-10-84-Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY JANUARY 10, 1984 TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS SUBJECT ACTION Hearing on Tentative Tract Map #42943, Rancho Santa Gertrudes - 9400 Gallatin Rd. Continued to January 24, 1984 Minutes: Adj. Reg. Mtg., December 6, 1983; Reg. Mtg., December 27, 1983 CC #508, Sidewalks - N/s Imperial bet. Clark & Bellflower: Accept work SS Proj. #369, Traffic Signal Upgrading - Florence & Imperial: Accept improwmemts General Warrants: #211528 - 211571 #314899 - 315144 Appeal, CUP #181, 12215 Paramount Bl. Report on Furman Park Tennis Courts Res. #4340, Apprving Final Subdiv. Map of Parcel Map #15535 (8509-8517 Everest St.) Res. #4341, Calling & Giving Notice of General Municipal Election to be held Tuesday, 5th day of June, 1984 Res. #4342, Requesting Bd. Supervisors of L.A. County to Consolidate City General Vim. Election w/Statewide Primary P•d \• Hearing set for January 24, 1984 Received & filed Adopted Adopted Adopted Res. #4343, Adopting Regulations for Candidates for Elective Office re material subm. to electorate & costs thereof for Gen. Man. Election June 5, 1984 Adopted Ord. #744, Amending Zoning Map - Zone Change #206 (Paramount B1./Telegraph Rd.) Adopted Ord. #745, anending DMC (Bicycle Licenses) Keep Downey Beautiful Program Coordinator: Reclassify position to Administrative Assistant/Community Dev.; transfer position from Pub. M s. to Comm. Dev.; & appropria- tion to cover costs, but not fill position until Council receives further report Res. #4344, Establishing Bicycle Licensing Fees Proposal of Sculpture Display at Downey Museum of Art Election Supplier/Consultant Services: Retain Martin & Chapman Co. to render services for 6/5/84 Gen. Mun. Election •... -. Not approved •.. . -. 1 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 4 4 4 CC #493A - Apollo Activity Building: Plans, specs & auth. to advertise for bids Approved 4 CC #516, Civic Center Construction - Site Improvements: Plans, specs & auth. to Approved; adj. mtg. set for S:OOpm advertise for bids 2/7/83 to award contract 5 Resolutions re Managemamt Performance/ Compensation Plan Discussed in closed session; to be placed on next Agenda 5 & 6 Page 1 of 2 COUNCIL MINUTES, JANUARY 10, 1984 TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTINUED) SUBJECT Ch. Quinn req. ordinance passed granting C-1 zoning for Diloreto property on Inperial Mayor Connack req. staff care back w/cost for study of Inperial Hwy. from boundary to boundary Edward Diloreto re zoning of his property on Imperial Hwy. AttondmPnt to DMC permitting Catalog Sales in C-P Zone David Ray re City Attorney opinion on Hospital Lease Closed session re personnel Trash Rotate for Senior Citizens: Extend filing date to last Friday in January January 17th meeting re Bullet Train Furniture needs for new City Hall Library Dedication �s� Hearing set for January 24, 1984 City Attorney to provide opinion to the Mayor Approved Cancelled to later date Staff to work with Steelcase to bring back proposal Scheduled for February 27, 1984, from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. �r 5 5 6 6 6 6 7 7 7 Civic Center Corner Stone Scheduled for conpletion April 14th 7 Plaques for Stamps Foundation & Friends of Library, as well as donors plaque showing names of people contributing $500 Council concurred 7 Meeting adjourned in marory of Milton R. Mackaig, Sr. 7 Page 2 of 2 The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 7:30 p.m., January 10, 1984, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, Mayor Robert G. Cormack presiding. . PRESENT: Council Members: Robert G. Cormack Mayor Ted H. Jackman Mayor Pro Tern Randall R. Barb Bob Davila Jarres T. Quinn ALSO PRESENT: Bud Ovran, City Manager Carl K. Newton, City Attorney William A. Ralph, Director of Public Works James R. Cutts, Director of Cormamity Development Lee Powell, Director of Administrative Services James R. Jarrett, Acting Director of Community Services Lon Davis, Fire Chief Francis E. Carter, City Planner Harald J. Henriksen, City Engineer F. D. Shade, Police Captain Charles G. Eccleston, Traffic Engineer Scot Yotsuya, Assistant to the City Manager Robert L. Shand, City Clerk -Treasurer Judy McDonnell, Executive Secretary F1KW*-4F-WW0 The Invocation was led by Councilman Jackman. The Flag Salute was led by Councilmen Davila. I•- IO"MY100 Mayor Cormack opened the hearing on Tentative Tract Map No. 42943, Rancho Santa Gertrudes - 9400 Gallatin Road, which was continued from the regular meet- ing of December 27, 1983. Mr. Cutts commented on the proposal to subdivide the parcel into 32 lots of approximately 10,000 square feet per lot. The tract map is consistent with the General Plan of the City. Mr. Cutts discussed the concern expressed by residents in the area with regard to increased traffic flaw if Cord Avenue is to become a through st eet. He said there is also concern regarding the width of the street and a problem relating to drainage. Mayor Cormack inquired if the City Clerk had received any correspondence. Mr. Shand replied an item of correspondence was received in the form of a telephone call from Mr. and Mrs. Jim Pinsky indicating they cannot be present at the hearing but to consider their telephone call as an objection to the extension of Cord Avenue. It was moved by Councilman Jackman and so ordered to receive and file the correspondence. Mayor Cormack asked if anyone wished to speak in favor of this matter. Mr. Tom Lynch, Vice President of Downey Savings & Loan in the Peal Estate Division, said in light of the fact that there is still considerable leeway for a compromise between the position he currently holds and what is desired by residents that live on the south side of the tract, he would request a continuance to the next meeting in order to explore possibilities for a compromise and to come up with a better tract design. Mr. Joe Lumsdaine of the law firm of Treadway, Brandmeyer, Torribio and Brazelton, the appellant, agreed to a continuation of the hearing since Downey Savings & Loan has expressed a desire to work toward a suitable solution. Council Minutes 1/10/84 -1- It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Quinn, and passed by unanimous vote to continue the hearing on Tentative Tract Map No. 42943, to 7:30 p.m., January 24, 1984, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall. Mr. Chuck Pifer said people are present to voice their opinion regarding the traffic and drainage problems pert&uung to the proposed tract. It is his under- standing Downey Savings will try and compromise on the ingress and egress. Mr. Lynch indicated Downey Savings & Loan would like to meet with the people appealing the decision of the Planning Commission to reach a solution. 1114240 riiaR•Ja11 �u� :,•,u • � ��w a �u \ • . o CONSENT CALEDM It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Quinn, and passed by the following vote to approve the Consent Calendar: 6, 1983; and #508, Sidewalks - North side Imperial Hiqhwav between Clark maintenance. S.S. Project #369, Traffic Signal Upgrading - Florence Avenue and General Warrants: #211328 - 211571; #314899 - 315144: $1,615,794.63. Appeal, Conditional Use Permit No. 181, 12215 Paramount Boulevard: Set hear- ing for 7:30 p.m., January 24, 1984, in the Council Chamber of the Haney City Hall. Report on Funran Park Tennis Courts. RESOLUTION NO. 4340 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THE FINAL SUBDIVISION MAP OF PARCEL MAP NUMBER 15533 (8509-8317 EVEREST STREET) RESOLUTION NO. 4341 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY, CALIFORNIA, CALLING AND GIVING NOTICE OF THE HOLDING OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN SAID CITY ON TUESDAY, THE FIFTH DAY OF JUNE, 1984, FOR THE ELECTION OF CE MIN OFFICERS OF SAID CITY AS REQUIRED BY THE PRO- VISIONS OF THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY RESOLUTION NO. 4342 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNY REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGEEES TO CONSOLIDATE ME CITY OF DOWNY GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION WITH THE STATEWIDE DIRECT PRIMARY ELECTION TO BE HELD ON JUNE 5, 1984, PURSUANT TO SECTION 23300 OF THE CALIFORNIA ELECTIONS CODE RESOLUTION NO. 4343 '77C • •, • 1 • • 1 • � • i • M •�• 1 1 • 1 71� • 1 71 ••• � 1 ••. 1 • •' 1 d711 •• �' • �1 • • 1 1 1 ' 1 • S. 1 .• ORAL COM NICATIONS - Items not on Agenda: None Council Minutes 1/10/84 -2- %353 ORDINANCE NO. 744 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING THE ZONING MAP ADOPTED BY SECTION 9106.06 OF THE DOWDY MUNICIPAL CODE (PLANNING RESOLUTION NO. 707, ZONE CHANGE CASE NO. 206) (Paramount B1./Telegraph Rd.) The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jackman seconded by Councilmen Barb, and passed by unanimous Vote to waive further read- ing and to adopt. ORDINANCE NO. 745 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING SECTIONS 1200, 3201 AND 3206 AND ADDING SECTION 3208 TO THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE (Bicycle Licenses) The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Barb, and passed by the following vote to waive further reading and to adopt. Councilman Davila favored passing an ordinance prohibiting the riding of bicycles on sidewalks. Councilmen Barb feels it is essential children be allowed to ride bicycles on sidewalks in residential areas, pointing out there is an ordinance prohibiting the riding of bicycles on sidewalks in the downtown area. AYES: 4 Council Members: Jackman, Barb, Quinn, Cormack NOES: 1 Council Member: Davila I4ISC I•TANEOUS ACTION Mr. Ovrom explained the Keep Downey Beautiful Program Coordinator position would be funded 100 percent out of Commsmumity Development Block Grant funds. It was moved by Councilman Quinn and seconded by Councilman Barb to reclassify the position of Keep Downey Beautiful Coordinator to Administrative Assistant/ Community Inprovement at salary range 19 ($1557-1928); transfer the position from the Public Works Department to the Community Development Department; and appropriate $2,000 from the Redevelopment fund balance to cover additional costs for Fiscal Year, 1983-84.(see amendment). Councilman Jackman requested before the position is upgraded and someone is hired, he would like to have a report to see whether the program is working. Mr. Ralph explained the first year there was a great deal of time spent cover- ing ground that had not been covered before and making contacts with people that might be involved. The major acconplishment the first year was a solid organi- zational background to carry on in this area. Mayor Cormack felt the program being conducted in the schools made children more conscious and better citizens to protect the City. Mr. Ralph said copies of the reports submitted to the citizens advisory committee will also be submitted to the City Council. Susie Villa Kelly, member of the Keep Downey Beautiful Committee, said within a few months the Council will be seeing progress with the program. It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Barb, and passed by unanimous vote to amend the motion to approve the staff report but to not fill the position until such time as the Council has received a more corprehensive report back. The notion as amended was then passed by the following vote: AYES: 4 Council Members: Jackman, Barb, Quinn, Cormack NOES: 1 Council Member: Davila Council Minutes 1/10/84 -3- 1 �0 RESOLUTION NO. 4344 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DUSNFY ESTABLISHING BICYCLE LICENSING FEES The Resolution 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 adopt. AYES: 4 Council Members: Jackman, Barb, Quinn, Cormack NOES: 1 Council Member: Davila Councilman Davila indicated his "no" vote pertains only to adoption of the Resolution. f\�'U�41�'%Y 7f11Y\+/7j 71•r'�)'JIL9 It was moved by Councilman Quinn to accept the proposal of a Sculpture Display at the Downey Museum of Art. The motion died for lack of a second. Election Supplier/Consultant Services Mr. Newton said his firm represents Martin & Chapman, and neither he nor his firm has participated in preparation of the contract either on behalf of the City or Martin & Chapman. It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Barb, and passed by unanumus vote to approve the retaining of Martin & Chapman Co. to render Election Supply and Consultation Services for the June 5, 1984, General Municipal Election (A/C #10-4-1130.0120). Cash Contract #493A - Apollo Activity Building Mr. Ralph said the building for dance classes was approved in the Capital Improvement Budget for the Apollo Center, and plans and specifications have been completed for a standard constructed building 45 x 751. The estimated cost is 5175,000. The building would have a flat roof with no pitch and will be in the general vicinity of the existing building south of the senior citizen cmplex. Councilman Jackman said it is time for the City to stop spending money it does not have. He does not think the building is necessary at this time nor the mainte- nance costs that will be generated. He made a motion to deny the recommendation. The motion died for lack of a second. Mr. Jarrett was asked if the dance classes are being adequately conducted at Golden Park. He replied the building is somewhat restrictive, and the instructor is not presently satisfied with the conditions. Diane Boggs, 8629 Meadow Road, said she attends several of the dance classes, and she commented on the lack of outside lighting and restroom facilities at the West Middle School. Councilman Quinn mentioned the Golden Park building was constructed for resi- dents in the area, and he feels the City needs an activity building. Councilman Jackman said buildings should be utilized to full capacity so that additional buildings do not have to be constructed for the extra activites. Mr. Jarrett responded to questions regarding scheduled activities for the Golden Park building. Discussion followed. Councilman Davila made a motion to refer this matter back to staff for further — study and have input from the community. The motion died for lack of a second. It was moved by Councilman Quinn, seconded by Councilman Barb, and passed by the following vote to approve plans and specifications and grant authority to advertise for bids on Cash Contract #493A (A/C #28-20305). Mr. Ovrom said an application is being made for funding from Community Development Block Grant Funds. Council Minutes 1/10/84 -4- ?3 5-� Councilman Barb mentioned the price of the building has been increased con- siderably from the date this was first discussed. However, the building previously used for the dance classes was sold, and the Council pranised the people involved that the building would be replaced. He said the revenue used from the sale of the building should be used for construction of a new building. Mr. Ovran indicated that concurrent with the plans being sent out to bid, staff will be applying for the Ccr mity Development Block Grant. If HUD does not approve the grant it could present a new problem. Before authorizing construction of the contract, staff expects to have a letter from HUD stating whether or not they will approve use of the grant fiords for the project. Councilman Jackman made an amended motion to approve contingent on the money coming from HUD. The motion died for lack of a second. AYES: 4 Council Members: Barb, Davila, Quinn, Cormack NOES: 1 Council Member: Jackman Cash Contract #516, Civic Center Construction - Site Improvements Mr. Ralph said plans and specifications for site improvements were generated by the architects, with a great deal of work on the part of Engineering staff. The architect has been advised this matter will be brought up again. The site plans show parking, Civic Center Drive, the Council Chamber, Police building, and City Hall. It was indicated the proposed parking should meet the City's standards. It was moved by Councilman Jackman, seconded by Councilman Quinn, and passed by unanimous vote to approve plans and specifications and grant authority to adver- tise for bids, and in addition, set an adjourned regular meeting for 5:00 p.m., February 7, 1984, for the purpose of awarding this contract. Mr. Ovrom requested a closed session to discuss the Resolutions regarding Management Performance/Compensation Plan. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - City Council Councilman Quinn requested an ordinance be passed granting C-1 zoning for the DiLoreto property on Imperial Highway. Mr. Newton explained this would have to be referred to the Planning Commission for conducting a hearing. Mayor Cormack indicated that if there are no objections, he would like to re- quest staff to have the City's consultants look at Imperial Highway for possible C-1 zoning. Mr. Ovrom said it would require soliciting proposals to do the work since the City does not have staff in-house to perform the study. Councilman Barb mentioned some sections of Imperial are already developed with R-1. Mayor Cormack said the entire length of Imperial should be studied. Councilman Barb does not object to the study of Imperial but he does feel there should not be a study without some well thought-out direction ahead of time. Councilman Quinn favored a study of Imperial. Mayor Cormack requested staff to also come back with the cost for a study of Imperial from boundary to boundary. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - Audience Mr. Edward DiLoreto, 7333 Rio Flora Place, said he and his son wan property on Imperial Highway, and they were hoping to have the zoning matter resolved. He then asked what procedure he would have to follow if he is to get his property re -zoned. Mr. Newton explained the City Charter and State Law requirements for hearings of the Planning Commission and City Council before a proposal can be enacted. He further explained the prior application for C-1 zone on the DiLoreto's property resulted in re -zoning to C-P, which disposes of that application. If there is a Council Minutes 1/10/84 -5- proposal for C-1 zone, then the same process would have to be followed again before valid zoning would be accomplished. Mr. DiLoreto requested the Council to reconsider this matter without having to go through the process of further hearings, He said he did not ask for a C-P zone, that his original request was for C-l. During discussion, he inquired regarding the procedure to re -open the case for C-1. Mr. Newton replied there would have to be a new zone change for C-1, but he mentioned it has been pointed out C-1 does not permit all features of the use Mr. DiLoreto proposes, such as storage and office space. Mr. Cutts said it is possible C-2 use would accanmodate the needs of the data processing business. It was mentioned at the next Council meeting there will be referral of the Planning Counission regarding its disapproval of permitted uses in the C-P zone. Mr. Newton said if the Planning Cmmiissicn denied the use, it can be appealed and set for hearing before the Council for action. When asked about the square footage of storage space required by the data processing oarpany, Mr. DiLoreto indicated the coupazzy did not want to designate the amount of space because the business is growing. He then mentioned there should be sane guidence of the City for the property owners so that they will know what their options are. Staff was asked to inform Mr. DiLoreto of the C-2 requirements. It was moved by Councilman Quinn, seconded by Councilman Barb, and passed by unanimous-, vote to appeal the decision of the Planning Catutti.ssion regarding proposed Amendment to the Downey muaicinal Code oermittina Cataloa Sales in the C-P Zane. ana ]nsrruct srarr to aavertise a nearing for /:.iU p.m., January 24, Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall. Councilman Davila asked if there is any printed information available .for people applying for permits that is printed in layman's language for people to understand. Mr. Cutts replied there is information for single family developments. Mr. Ovran explained more emphasis will be placed on providing information to the citizens. Mr. David Ray, 7338 Nada, asked if there is a City Attorney opinion relative to whether actions pertaining to the Downey CAmmni.ty Hospital Lease should have been by ordinance rather than resolution and whether the public can be privy to that information. Mr. Newton explained his advice to the Council was for the Council, and it is up to the Council whether it wishes to release the information. Mayor Cormack requested Mr. Newton to provide the information in writing, and he will then present it to the Council. CLOSED SESSION The meeting was recessed to closed session from 9:10 p.m. to 10:15 p.m. to discuss personnel. The meeting resumed with all Council Members present. MISCELLANEOUS Mr. Ovrom said the Resolutions regarding Management Performance/Canpensation Plan will be placed on the next Council Agenda. Mr. Ovran stated the Council approved a Trash Rebate for Senior Citizens, set- ting a,filing deadline of December 31st. Many calls have been received indicating People intended to file for the rebate but due to the holidays did not realize the deadline was the last day of December. It was moved by Councilman Davila, seconded by Councilman Barb, and passed by unaninbus vote to extend the filing date for the Senior Citizen Trash Rebate to the last Friday in January. Council Minutes 1/10/84 -6- It was mentioned the January 17th meeting regarding the Bullet Train will be cancelled since Assemblyman Young cannot attend. Councilman Jackman will notify the people involved that the meeting will be cancelled until a later date. Staff will follow up with a letter for the Mayor's signature. Mr. Ovrom explained staff has been attempting to determine the furniture needs for the new City Hall, and it is suggested bringing in a company that knows how to design office layouts. The City can "piggyback" onto the contract the County has for office furniture with Steelcase. The architect has suggested white oak. Mr. Ovrcom said it is suggested staff and the Council sub-conmittee work with Steelcase to bring back a specific proposal for uniform furnishings rather than on an indivi- dual basis. Councilman Jackman mentioned the Second Century Foundation has inplemented a dedication program for the Library and it should be reviewed by the Council. Following discussion, the Council agreed to have the dedication on February 27th, from 4:00-6:00 p.m. The Civic Center corner stone is scheduled for coupletion April 14th. Mr. Ovrcm explained there was a report outlining the plaques for the Stamps ation and Friends of the Library, as well as a donors plaqueho swing the names ADJOUkW7EZ: 10:33 p.m. The meeting was Council Minutes 1/10/84 -7-