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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-08-28-84-Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AUGUST 28, 1984 TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO. Res. #4447 Denying Zone Variance No. 331, _ 9655 Firestone B1. Adopted 1 Satellite Dish Antenna Study Ref, to staff & Planning Comm, to stay in contact w/Amateur Radio Club 2 Imperial Highway Land Use Study Tabled to a later time 2 Removal of Items from Consent Calendar 3 Minutes: Adj. Reg. Mtg. July 24, 1984; & Reg. Mtg. July 24, 1984 Approved 3 Legal Claims: Ref. #642, Volkswagen of America; and Ref. #677, James Powers Rejected 3 Cash Contract #521, Citywide Misc. Repairs: Specs & grant auth, to advertise Approved 3 Cash Contract #SS-393, Gutter Const. - Birchleaf Av., Brookpark to Cedartree; Cedartree Rd., Stamps to Stoakes; Eighth St., Rives to Smallwood: Specs & auth. to advertise Approved 3 Cash Contract #SS-362, (FAU) Paramount B1. from _ Florence to Santa Ana Fwy.: Plans & specs & auth. to advertise contingent on final apprvl. by Caltrans & Federal Hwy. Adm. Approved 3 Report on Warrants Issued: #212266 - 212309 #319273 - 319554 Approved 3 SW corner Ardine St. & Newville Av.: Declare as excess property offered for public sale; & auth. staff to begin processing zone change to R-2 & have parcel map prepared to create legal lot & officially designate connector street as Newville Approved 3 Appointment of Louise Toledo to Traffic Comm. for Council Dist. 1 Approved 3 Zone Change #213, 12270 Paramount B1. Hearing set for 9/11/84 3 Res. #4448, Calif. Traffic Safety Week Adopted 3 Res. #4449, Apprvg. Final Subdiv. Map of Parcel Map #16171 (7905 Gallatin Rd.) Adopted 3 Res. #4450, Proposing to annex into Ltg. Maint. Dist. & Ord. Engineer to prepare & file report (Annex. 84/30, Birchcrest Rd. Wly. of Birchbark) Adopted 4 Res. #4451, Apprvg. Engineer's Rpt. (Annex. 84/30) Adopted 4 Res. #4452, Decl. Int. to Annex into Ltg. Maint. Adopted; sets hearing Dist. AD 121 (Annx. 84/30) for 9/11/84 4 Res. #4453, Apprvg. Application for Pedestrian Funds auth. under SB 821 Adopted 4 Res. #4454, Apprvg. Reapptmt. of Mr. Kenneth Beckner to Water Adv. Bd., Council Dist. 1 Adopted 4 Page 1 of 3 COUNCIL MINUTES, AUGUST 28, 1984 TABLE OF MINUTES ACTIONS (CONTINUED) SUBJECT Res. #4455, Apprvg. Reapptmt. of Mrs. Joyce Lawrence to Library Adv. Bd., Council Dist. 1 ACTION PAGE NO. Adopted 4 Corres. from Caltrans re Preliminary Draft on auth, actions required for const. of High Speed Rail Proj.: Go on record as being totally Approved; Bullet Train opposed to Bullet Train coming thru Downey in any ref. to staff for way, shape or form continued review 4 Jarvis Initiative Report Revisions to City's Sign Ordinance Res. #4456, Denying Zone Variance #336 (9566 Firestone B1.) Myrtle Risley re Paramedic Service Ord, amending DMC re Uniform Bldg. Code Amndmts. Res. & Ord. re General Plan Amendment #84-2 & Zone Change #212 - 8247 Gardendale St. Res. #4457, Amending Sanitary Sewer Charges Received & filed Hearing set for 7:00 pm, 10/2/84 Adopted; CM to bring back follow-up rpt. to Council Introduced Postponed to meeting of 9/11/84 Adopted Res. #4458, Auth. Appl. for Allocation of Mortgage Revenue Bonds, Confirming Filing of Notice of Sale w/Mortgage Bond Allocation Comm. & Provide other matters properly relating thereto Adopted Firestone B1. Widening (Caltrans) - Old River School Rd. to Firestone P1. (Pomering Rd.): Motion to not reaffirm City's position in support of Proj. & oppose any widening Approved 1984-85 Cap. Imprvmts. Program - New Projects No action required Agreement Allocating Funds to Downey Chamber of Commerce: Receive & file report containing accounting of services provided to City in Fiscal Year 1983-84 & approve City entering into Agmt. providing allocation to Chamber in exchange for various services & auth. Mayor to sign Approved Staff Report - Fireworks: Adopt staff recommenda- tion & req. Ord. be prepared grandfathering 17 organizations & add possible 18th by lottery Approved Formation of City's Design Review Bd. Setting of Joint Study Session w/City Council, Planning Comm. & Proi. Area Comm. to review Archiplan/ERA Report Lennie Whittington re any action in closed session Lennie Whittington re const. of asphalt driveway at Rio Hondo Golf course instead of concrete; also sidewalks have not been installed Lennie Whittington re unsightly water facility on Texas St. across from Downey Retirement Home Held over to next meeting Report to be subm. to each of the groups for review prior to final Council action 5 5 5 5 6 6 6 6 7 7 7 7 8 8 8 8 8 Page 2 of 3 COUNCIL MINUTES, AUGUST 28, 1984 TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTINUED) SUBJECT Cn.Davila re City's telephone system Cn. Boggs re railings on 2nd & 3rd floors of City Hall Cn. Boggs req. staff review whether feasible to consider available funding for literacy classes in Downey Recognition Dinner for Boards & Commissions: City to pay for meals of members & their spouses, provided they have served at least two years Meeting adjourned to 6:30 p.m., August 28, 1984, in Mayor's Office re pending & potential litigation & personnel ACTION PAGE NO. 8 0 0 Approved 9 4 Page 3 of 3 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AUGUST 28, 1984 The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 7:30 p.m., August 28, 1984, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, Mayor Randall R. Barb presiding. PRESENT: Council Members: Randall R. Barb Mayor Bob Davila Mayor Pro Tem Diane P. Boggs Robert G. Cormack ABSENT: James S. Santangelo (excused) ALSO PRESENT: Bud Ovrom, City Manager Carl K. Newton, City Attorney William A. Ralph, Director of Public Works Lee Powell, Director of Administrative Services Don Davis, Fire Chief Francis E. Carter, City Planner Harald J. Henriksen, City Engineer Captain Pete Stone, Police Department Alta Duke, Social Services Division Manager Scot Yotsuya, Assistant to the City Manager Robert L. Shand, City Clerk -Treasurer Judy McDonnell, Executive Secretary INVOCATION AND FLAG SALUTE The Invocation was delivered by Councilman Cormack. The Flag Salute was led by Boy Scout Willie Wilcox, representing Scout Troop 307. PRESENTATIONS: None HEARINGS Mayor Barb opened the hearing on Appeal to Zone Variance No. 331, 9655 Firestone Boulevard. He inquired if the City Clerk had the Proof of Publica- tion, and the response was yes. It was moved by Councilwoman Boggs and so ordered to receive and file the Proof. Mr. Carter explained the request is to allow elimination of a required landscape planter along the applicant's automobile dealership on Firestone Boulevard and the Newville Avenue frontage. The property is zone C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial) and M-1 (Light Industrial). He mentioned original development of the property was under zone exception, which required five-foot wide landscape planters along the entire Firestone and Newville frontages, and they were subsequently installed. All requirements of the zone exception were completed to the standards set forth by the City and were established before the current owner purchased the business. Approximately 18 months ago the current owner removed the required landscape planters and paved the areas with concrete and installed several planter barrels with shrubs. No inquiry was made of staff, nor was a permit secured to do the work. Staff has provided the applicant with a design alternative that would allow a planter meeting the requirements of the zone exception and would relieve him from having to remove all of the concrete paving, but it is staff's understanding the applicant does not wish to make any changes to the work that has been installed. Mr. Carter narrated a slide presentation. Mayor Barb inquired if the City Clerk had received any correspondence, and the response was no. Mayor Barb then asked the applicant to come forward and present his case. Mr. Kent Burns, 9655 Firestone Boulevard, said he has owned the building since it was built in 1969 but has just recently purchased the property. He Council Minutes 8/28/84 -1- mentioned his property has been vandalized, plus it is used by people visiting the nearby golf course as a disposal for trash. Mr. Burns indicated he spent $6,000 cleaning up his property, but he did not realize he needed a permit. He mentioned his property is now easy to maintain by simply washing off. Mrs. Mary Peterson, 11118 Newville Avenue, said the front of the dealership does look better. However, she mentioned there is a 4-5 foot lawn area by the fence on the back which has not been maintained. There being no one else to speak in favor, Mayor Barb asked of anyone wished to speak in opposition. Mrs. Peterson again expressed her opposition pertaining to the area behind the dealership that is not maintained. There were no other speakers in opposition. Mr. Burns did not wish to make any comments in rebuttal. It was moved by Councilman Davila and seconded by Councilman Cormack to close the hearing. RESOLUTION NO. 4447 A RESOLUTION OF THE.CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DENYING ZONE VARIANCE NO. 331 The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded by Councilwoman Boggs, and passed by the following vote to waive further reading and to adopt. AYES: 4 Council Members ABSENT: 1 Council Member: ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS Satellite Dish Antenna Study Davila, Boggs, Cormack, Barb Santangelo Mayor Barb introduced The Honorable Leon Emerson, Judge of the Downey Municipal Court. Mr. Carter commented regarding staff's study and preparation of a report to provide a clearer understanding of this type antenna. He mentioned there are only two cities having specific requirements --Cerritos and Glendora. Other cities have used provisions governing radio transmitting towers and applied those requirements to dish antennas. The City Attorney has advised staff that the City's code governing radio transmitting towers is applicable to dish antennas. However, before regulating satellite dish antennas, staff would recommend the Code be amended to specifically address this matter and that standards be developed to address location, height, color and screening. Judge Leon Emerson, President of the Downey Amateur Radio Club, said most of their antennas are under 48 inches, which are primarily used for receiving. He said they feel the City's Ordinance is all right as it presently exists for most of the amateur radio, but they are primarily concerned with color and screening. He offered the assistance of the Amateur Radio Club on this matter. There being no objections, the subject of Satellite Dish Antennas was referred to staff and the Planning Commission to stay in contact with the Downey Amateur Radio Club. Imperial Highway Land Use Study Mr. Ovrom mentioned five requests for proposals were sent out and three responses were received. Also, since most of the area along Imperial is already developed, questions have been raised as to what impact a study of this nature would have, and each of the proposals received have spelled out what the consultants feel they can do. It was moved by Councilman Davila, seconded by Councilwoman Boggs, and passed by the following vote to table this matter to a later time. Council Minutes 8/28/84 -2- �_513 AYES: 4 Council Members: Davila, Boggs, Cormack, Barb ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Santangelo REMOVAL OF ITEMS FROM CONSENT CALENDAR Agenda Item VIII-G-2, Resolution denying Zone Variance No. 336, was removed at the request of David Ray. Agenda Items VIII-F-3, Proposition 36; and VIII-F-4, Sign Ordinance Review, were removed at the request of Councilman Davila. Agenda Item VIII-B-1, Correspondence concerning High Speed Rail Project, was removed at the request of Councilman Cormack. CONSENT CALENDAR It was moved by Councilwoman Boggs, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and passed by the following vote to approve the Remainder of the Consent Calendar: Minutes: Adjourned Regular Meeting of July 24, 1984; and Regular Meeting of July 24, 1984. Rejection of Legal Claims: Ref. #642, Volkswagen of America; and Ref. #678, James Powers. Cash Contract No. 521, Citywide Miscellaneous Repairs: Specifications and grant authority to advertise for bids (Account #26-16375). Cash Contract #SS-393, Gutter Construction - Birchleaf Avenue, Brookpark Road to Cedartree Road; Cedartree Road, Stamps Avenue to Stoakes Avenue; Eighth Street, Rives Avenue to Smallwood Avenue: Specifications and grant authority to advertise for bids (Account #26-16393). Cash Contract #SS-362, (FAU) Paramount Boulevard from Florence Avenue to Santa Ana Freeway: Plans and specifications and grant authority to advertise for bids contingent upon final approval by Caltrans and the Federal Highway Administration. Report on Warrants Issued: #212266 - 212309; 019273 - 319554: $1,218,266.35. Southwest corner of Ardine Street and Newville Avenue: Declare as excess property to be offered for public sale; and authorize staff to begin pro- cessing a change of zoning to R-2 and to have a Parcel Map prepared to create a legal lot and officially designate the connector street as Newville Avenue. Appointment of Louise Toledo to the Traffic Committee for Council District One. Zone Change Case No. 213, 12270 Paramount Blvd.: Hearing set for 7:30 p.m., September 11, 1984, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall. RESOLUTION NO. 4448 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY RELATIVE TO CALIFORNIA TRAFFIC SAFETY WEEK RESOLUTION NO. 4449 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THE FINAL SUBDIVISION MAP OF PARCEL MAP NUMBER 16171 (7905 GALLATIN ROAD) RESOLUTION NO. 4450 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY PROPOSING TO ANNEX A CERTAIN AREA INTO THE LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 121 AND ORDERING THE ENGINEER TO PREPARE AND FILE A REPORT PURSUANT TO THE LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ACT OF 1972 (ANNEXATION 84/30, BIRCHCREST ROAD WESTERLY OF BIRCHBARK AVENUE) Council Minutes 8/28/84 -3- 21TIy RESOLUTION NO. 4451 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THE ENGINEER'S REPORT FOR THE ADDITION TO LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT A.D. 121'OF ANNEXATION 84/30 - BIRCHCREST ROAD WESTERLY OF BIRCHBARK AVENUE RESOLUTION NO. 4452 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO ANNEX A CERTAIN AREA INTO THE LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT A.D. 121 AND TO MAIN- TAIN AND FURNISH ELECTRICAL CURRENT TO STREET LIGHTING FIXTURES ON THE STREETS AND PUBLIC PLACES (ANNEXATION 84/30 - BIRCHCREST ROAD WESTERLY OF BIRCHBARK AVENUE) (sets the hearing for September 11, 1984) RESOLUTION NO. 4453 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE 'CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR PEDESTRIAN FUNDS AUTHORIZED UNDER SB 821 RESOLUTION NO. 4454 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE 'CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THE REAPPOINTMENT OF MR. KENNETH BECKNER TO THE WATER ADVISORY BOARD FROM COUNCILMANIC DISTRICT ONE RESOLUTION NO. 4455 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE 'CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THE REAPPOINTMENT OF MRS. JOYCE LAWRENCE TO THE LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD FROM CONCILMANIC DISTRICT ONE AYES: 4 Council Members: Davila, Boggs, Cormack, Barb ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Santangelo Correspondence from Caltrans regarding Preliminary Draft on authorizing actions required for construction of High Speed Rail Project Councilman Cormack inquired what the Council can do to show its objection and stop the Bullet Train. Mr. Newton explained the petition for Writ of Mandate to deny the Bullet Train based on contentions of cities who opposed it was denied by the Supreme Court without a hearing. It is his understanding the cities that originally petitioned for the hearing are considering whether or not they will go forward with other litigation, and those matters are still under consideration. It was moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded by Councilman Davila, and passed by the following vote to go on record as being totally opposed to the Bullet Train coming through Downey in any way, shape or form. Mayor Barb would be opposed to the wording, "in any way, shape or form," because the Council has indicated there are things that could be of benefit to the City if the train were to go through underground. He' is not totally in favor of the Bullet Train going through Downey, but before knowing exactly what is proposed, he would have difficulty voting on this type of a measure. AYES: 3 Council Members: Davila, Boggs, Cormack NOES: 1 Council Member: Barb ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Santangelo The Bullet Train issue was referred to staff for continued review. Jarvis Initiative Councilman Davila made a motion to support Jarvis IV. The motion died for lack of a second. He then stated for the record he supports Jarvis IV. Council Minutes 8/28/84 -4- )sis It was moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded by Councilwoman Boggs, and passed by the following vote to receive and file the report. AYES: 4 Council Members: Davila, Boggs, Cormack, Barb ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Santangelo It was moved by Councilman Davila and seconded by Councilwoman Boggs to set a hearing on Revisions to the City's Sign Ordinance for the second meeting in September instead of the first meeting. Mayor Barb explained this has been before the Planning Commission for six months and many people are waiting for the Council to make a decision. An amended motion was 'made by Councilman Cormack to set the hearing for 7:00 p.m., October 2, 1984,1in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall. Councilwoman Boggs withdrew her second to the first motion. She then requested when the Sign Ordinance is finally adopted, that staff prepare a condensed insert to go out with the business licenses in November. RESOLUTION NO. 4456 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DENYING ZONE VARIANCE NO. 336 (9536 Firestone Boulevard) David Ray, 7338 Nada, said at the hearing last meeting no occupancy Permits were to be allowed until a solution had been reached regarding the parking, and yet the business that created the parking problem is now open and operating. Mayor Barb explained the Council denied the variance and instructed staff to open as many businesses as possible that parking would allow. Also, the City is not involved in leasing the property --it is entirely between the leasing agent and tenants. Mr. Carter stated staff has authorized four, and there is one business in operation, which is in violation and does not have an occupancy permit or business license. This is being followed -up by staff. The pizza restaurant was one of the first to acquire a permit. It was moved by Councilman Davila to have staff stay.on top of this issue and come back with a report to the Council, whereby if someone is operating unjustly, then proper action should be taken. It was pointed out this would be a normal function of staff. The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilwoman Boggs, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and passed by the following vote to waive further reading and to adopt. AYES: 4 Council Members: Davila, Boggs, Cormack, Barb ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Santangelo At the request of Councilman Davila, the City Manager was asked.to bring back a follow-up report to the Council. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - Items not on Agenda Myrtle Risley, 7838 Phlox Street, commented regarding the need for a study on use of Paramedic Service in the City, which should include the number of calls requiring skilled paramedics. Mayor Barb explained a complete study was submitted,to the Council last meeting, and he will make a copy available to Mrs. Risley. ORDINANCES ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE ARTICLE VIII OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO UNIFORM BUILDING CODE AMENDMENTS Council Minutes 8/28/84 -5- The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilwoman Cormack, seconded by Councilman Davila, and passed by the following vote to waive further reading and to introduce. AYES: 4 Council Members: Davila, Boggs, Cormack, Barb ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Santangelo RESOLUTIONS There being no objections, it was so ordered to postpone the Resolution and Ordinance pertaining to General Plan Amendment #84-2 and Zone Change Case No. 212 - 8247 Gardendale Street to the meeting of September 11, 1984, per the request of the applicant. RESOLUTION NO. 4457 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING SANITARY SEWER CHARGES The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Davila to table until after the November election. The motion died for lack of a second. Mr. Ovrom explained the Budget has been balanced on this assumption. However, if necessary in the future, the fees can be rescinded. Mayor Barb said the County Sanitation District is investigating the possibility that sanitation and sewer fees are not part of Jarvis IV, and any interpretation would eventually have to be made by the Supreme Court. It was moved by Councilman Cormck, seconded by Councilwoman Boggs, and passed by the following vote to waive further reading and to adopt. AYES: 4 Council Members: Davila, Boggs, Cormack, Barb ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Santangelo RESOLUTION NO. 4458 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING APPLICATION FOR ALLOCATION OF MORTGAGE REVENUE BONDS, CONFIRMING FILING OF NOTICE OF SALE THEREOF WITH MORTGAGE BOND ALLOCATION COMMITTEE AND PROVIDING OTHER MATTERS PROPERLY RELATING THERETO The Resolution was read by title only. Itwas moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded by Councilman Davila, and passed by the following vote to waive further reading and to adopt. Councilman Davila indicated for the record that he would like to volunteer to serve if a new Authority is formed. He also said he would like to be on the Authority for Park Meadows since Councilman Jackman is no longer on the City Council. AYES: 4 Council Members: Davila, Boggs, Cormack, Barb ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Santangelo ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS Firestone Boulevard Widening (Caltrans) - Old River School Road to Firestone Place (Powering Road) Mr. Ralph explained right-of-way is required at several locations where the widening is proposed, but the widening is not beyond the normal 100 foot right-of-way of Firestone Boulevard, which exists through most of the City limits. Even though there are sidewalk improvements along Firestone, the State is prepared to acquire necessary right-of-way in addition to funding the improvements themselves, which include reconstructing existing curb and gutter and completion of sidewalks throughout the length of the project. It was moved by Councilman Cormack and seconded by Councilwoman Boggs to not reaffirm the City's position in support of the project and oppose any widening. Council Minutes 8/28/84 -6- 1S(q Councilman Cormack is against any widening of Firestone and said efforts should be made to slow traffic down. Councilman Davila opposed the motion for the reason that the merchants are in favor of the widening and this also involves a dangerous corner. Councilwoman Boggs expressed concern that the widening could affect the parking along Firestone. Discussion followed. AYES: 3 Council Members: Boggs, Cormack, Barb NOES: 1 Council Member: Davila ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Santangelo 1984-85 Capital Improvements Program - New Projects Mr. Henriksen narrated 'a slide presentation showing areas in the City selected as new Capital Improvement Projects. During discussion, Mr. Ovrom indicated staff will assemble a time frame for the proposed projects. Councilman Davila inquired if some of the concrete work can be coordi- nated so that residential property owners can replace their asphalt driveways with concrete. Mr. Henriksen said staff works with the adjacent property owners well in advance of any improvements. It was moved by Councilwoman Boggs, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and passed by the following vote to receive and file the report containing an accounting of services provided to the City in Fiscal Year 1983-84, and approve the City entering into an Agreement Allocating Funds to the Downey Chamber of Commerce in the amount of $20,000 in exchange for various services and authorize the Mayor to sign. AYES: 4 Council Members: Davila, Boggs, Cormack, Barb ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Santangelo Staff Report - Fireworks Chief Davis reviewed the process that took place in determining the number of applicants to receive permits for fireworks stands. Staff met with various groups to discuss the possibility of changes in the Ordinance and the selection method, and it was almost unanimously agreed that there be some type of grandfather selection method adopted by the, Council. It is staff's recommendation to limit the number of groups to 17 that had permits this year, grandfather those, and if the Council wishes to increase the number to 18, then have that one permit selected annually by a drawing. If one of the 17 grandfathered applicants would withdraw at any time, then the selection for that spot would be made from additional applicants. When asked about adding a provision to not allow the sale of fireworks during a dry season, Chief Davis explained Downey has a dry summer every year but does not have a brush problem. Also, many of the organizations that do sell fireworks are dependent on this income. It was moved by Councilwoman Boggs, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and so ordered to adopt the staff recommendation and request an ordinance be prepared grandfathering the 17 organizations and add a possible 18th location by lottery. Mayor Barb asked that the qualifications of the organizations be care- fully reviewed before they are grandfathered in because they may not be located within the City. There being no objections, Formation of the City's Design Review Board was held over to the next meeting for the presence of Councilman Santangelo. Council Minutes 8/28/84 -7- �25r.Z Setting of Joint Study Session with the City Council, Planning Commission and Project Area Committee to review Archiplan/ERA Report Councilwoman Boggs explained she would like to see each of the groups thoroughly informed for discussion on the Firestone Corridor in the future. Mayor Barb suggested individual copies of the final study be submitted to each of the various groups involved and request them to review and direct any specific questions or direction before the Council takes its final vote. Councilman Cormack questioned to what extent PAC would be involved. Mr. Ovrom explained PAC has been a key player up to this stage in the process but would not continue to be except to advise Council on the impact of low and moderate income housing when the project area is being formed. PAC is required to stay in existence for three years but would not have a specific role once the Plan is adopted. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: Audience Mr. Lennie Whittington, 8542 Manatee, asked if there were any decisions made in the 6:30 p.m. closed session this evening. Mr. Newton replied there were no decisions requiring announcement before the public. Mr. Whittington requested in the future there be an announcement as to whether there were any decisions made. He then questioned why cement driveways and driveway approaches were not constructed at the Downey Golf Course, as required by the Code when major improvements are made to property. Also sidewalks have not been installed. Mr. Whittington cited an unsightly water facility on Texas Street across from the Downey Retirement Home. Mayor Barb explained these items will be reviewed by staff. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS: City Council Councilman Davila commented on the City's telephone system noting the difficulty he has had in getting through to the switchboard. He requested two additional private numbers be installed, one for the Director of Public Works and the other for the Director of Recreation & Community Services. Mr. Ovrom noted the cost is $400-$500 per phone, and he questioned the need for the two additional private lines. It was moved by Councilman Davila and seconded by Councilwoman Boggs to have two phones installed, one for the Director of Public Works and the other for the Director of Recreation & Community Services. AYES: 2 Council Members: Davila, Boggs NOES: 2 Council Members: Cormack, Barb ABSENT: 1 Council Member: Santangelo Failed. Councilwoman Boggs introduced Joyce Lawrence, who was re -appointed to the Library Advisory Board. Councilwoman Boggs expressed concern regarding the railings on the second and third floors of City Hall, noting they could be a hazardous for children. Mr. Ralph said this has been brought to the attention of the contractor. Councilwoman Boggs requested staff to review whether it is feasible to consider available funding for literacy classes in Downey. Councilwoman Boggs raised a question of having a recognition dinner for boards members, commissioners and volunteers and then asking them to pay for their own meal. Council Minutes 8/28/84 -8- Mr. Ralph explained those members who have served a full term and- been replaced by new Council persons are the specific individuals who will be honored. It will also be an opportunity to express appreciation to the rest of the board members as well. Mr.. Ralph did indicate that this matter was discussed by a number of committees, who approved this process of recognition, and they were willing to pay their own way and felt it was good to pay for the people who were being honored. It was moved by Councilwoman Boggs to pay for the meals of the full-time members of boards and commissions and their spouses at the recognition dinner, provided they have served at least two years. Councilman Davila would like to see the meals paid for everyone who has served at least one year. During discussion, Councilwoman Boggs withdrew her motion. It was moved by Councilwoman Boggs, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and passed by the following vote to pay for all the board and commission members, and their spouse or guest, at an annual recognition dinner. AYES: 4 Council Members ABSENT: 1 Council Member: ADJOURNMENT: 10:00 p.m. Davila, Boggs, Cormack, Barb Santangelo The meeting was adjourned to 6:30 p.m., September 11, 1984, in the Mayor's Office of the Downey City Hall, for closed session regarding pending and potential litigation and personnel. 7. 0 Robert L. Shand, Citj Cl rk-Treasurer anda 1 R.Barb; Mayor- Council Minutes 8/28/84 ADDENDUM TO MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AUGUST 28, 1984 On page 8, the following sentence should be added to the end of the last paragrah under Setting of Joint Study Session with the City Council, Planning Commission and Project Area Committee to review Archiplan/ERA Project, and a new paragraph should be added: "He said the Council could involve PAC in the future, but statutorily PAC has completed all it is required to do." Councilwoman Boggs indicated that since there is the possibility Council will call upon PAC for input they should be kept informed regarding this matter." Robert L. Shand City Clerk -Treasurer Addendum to Council Minutes 8/28/84