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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-12-11-84-Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DECEMBER 11, 1984 TABLE OF SUBJECT I N U T E ACTIONS Proclamation in Cooperation w/Los Angeles Safety Council recognizing the Critical Period of the Holidays as Drunk & Drugged Driving Awareness Week Res. #4494, Apprvg. & Directing Pub]. of a Housing Policies Report Adopted Removal of Items from Consent Calendar C.U.P. #209, 11010 Paramount B1.: Acknowledge withdrawal & move to deny Approved Minutes: Adj. Reg. Mtg., November 27, 1984; & Spec. Mtg., November 30, 1984 Approved Rejection of Legal Claims: Ref. #694, Reo; Ref. #697, Babu; & Ref. #698, Lary Approved CC #SS-393, Gutter Const.: Birchleaf - Brookpark Rd./Cedartree Rd.; Cedartree - Stamps/Stoakes; & Eighth St. - Rives/Smallwood: Accept work Approved PAGE NO. SS Proj. #359 (FAU), Brookshire Av. Storm Drain - Imperial to Eucalyptus: Award contract to R & L Sewer & appropriate funds, contingent on Caltrans' approval Approved General Warrants: #001193 - 001225 #001778 - 002179 Approved Appeal, Zone Variance #357, 8452 Everest St. Hearing set for 1/8/85 Res. #4495 in Support of Legis. proposed by L.A. County to Combat Gang -Related Crime Adopted Minutes, Reg. Mtg. November 27, 1984 Approved as corrected CC #505-B, Council Chamber Audio Visual Systems: Recommend Downey Civic Center Corp. accept improvements Approved Appeal, Parcel Map #16715, 8355 Lexington Rd. Hearing set for 1/8/85 Downey Rose Float Assn. Agreement Held for obtaining advice on raising insurance limit Res. #4496, Supporting Exploration & Development of Offshore Energy Resources & Opposing Federal & State Efforts to impose Moratoriums on Offshore Energy Development Adopted Res. #4497, Establishing an Amount Applicable to Local Vendor Preferences Adopted Res. #4498, Establishing Fee Schedule for Sign Variance Requests Adopted Joyce Lawrence narrated slide presentation on Relocation of former City Hall Arch Ord. #777 re Burglary & Robbery Alarms Adopted Ord. re Motor Vehicle Noise Introduced 1 2 2 2 2 2 r, 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 5 5 Page 1 of 2 COUNCIL MINUTES, DECEMBER 11, 1984 TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTINUED) SUBJECT Ord. repealing Ord. #787''re Ext. of Moratorium on Establishment of Mini -Marts Ord. re Board of Building Appeals Ord, re Freestanding Signs Res. #4499, Apprvg. Amendmts. to SE Area Animal Control Auth. JPA providing for Distribution of Assets in Event of Termination & Changing number of votes necessary to adopt Annual Operating & Capital Budget & Auth. Execution of JPA Resolutions updating Personnel Manual Res, re IDB Allocation Transfer ACTION PAGE NO. Introduced 5 Introduced 5 Cont. to 1/8/85 5 Adopted 6 To be brought back 1/22/85 6 Handled under CDC Agenda 6 Res. #4500, Opposing 1985 Rate Increase Request of Gen. Telephone Co. to'PUC & Rescind Res. #4491 Adopted 6 Service of Alcohol in Downey Civic Center Denied; Refer to Comm. Svcs Comm. for study as Theatre issue only & whether they want to do survey & come back w/report 6 Window Coverings - Mini -Blinds in City Hall & Police Dept. Pedestrian Crossing Study - Florence Av. at Haledon/Chaney Aves. Paramedic Funding Options Cn. Santangelo re status of Charter Review Comm. Cn. Santangelo re Treasure Island Report Cn. Boggs re Adjournment to closed session Cn. Boggs req. review of 'Cap. Imprvmts. in next Budget on possibility of 'const. sidewalks on some of main streets, particularly on Brookshire south of Imperial Hwy. Nomination of Gloria Reed to serve as 6th posi- tion on Design Rev. Bd. if Ord. passes apprvg. person to review sign requests Cn. Boggs req. next Agenda contain Apptmt. to Mosquito Abatement Dist. or either herself or Mr. Morton Ken Miller req. written policy on who speaks at Council Meetings Meeting adjourned to 6:30'p.m., Dec. 18, 1984, in Mayor's Office for closed session re pending or potential litigation Continued 7 Receive & File & request a recommendation 8 Instruct staff to commence w/whatever necessary to est. 2nd unit & rpt. back to Council on financing 8 Approved 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 10 Page 2 of 2 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DECEMBER 11, 1984 The City Council of the City of Downey held 'a regular meeting at 7:30 p.m., December 11, 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 James S. Santangelo Robert G. Cormack ALSO PRESENT: Bud Ovrom, City Manager Carl K. Newton, City Attorney James R. Cutts, Director of Community Development William A. Ralph, Director of Public Works Lee Powell, Director of Administrative Services William F. Martin, Police Chief' Don Davis, Fire Chief James R. Jarrett, Acting Director of Community Services Harald J. Henriksen, City Engineer Jeff Allred, Director of Personnel 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 Councilwoman Boggs. The Flag Salute was led by Councilman Davila. PRESENTATIONS Mayor Barb read a Proclamation in Cooperation with the Los Angeles Safety Council recognizing the Critical Period of the Holidays as Drunk and Drugged Driving Awareness Week. HEARINGS Mayor Barb opened the hearing on Housing Policies Report. He inquired if the City Clerk had the Proof of Publication, and the response was yes. It was moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded by Councilman Santangelo, and so ordered to receive and file the Proof. Mr. Cutts commented regarding the new procedui as a result of enactment of the Tax Reform Act participate in the Mortgage Revenue Bond in fu policies set forth are taken from the Housing Ele Plan adopted in 1977. This will set the process i decide to take part in the program at a later date. Mayor Barb inquired if the City Clerk had and the response was no. Mayor Barb then asked if there was Policies Report. Dr. Wilbert Hill urged the Council Revenue Bonds to make sure the interest to default. There being no one else wishing Cormack, seconded by Councilwoman Boggs !s that must be adhered to f 1984 if the City is to ure years. The housing ent of the City's General motion should the Council ived any correspondence, anyone present to speak to the Housing to requireinsurance on any Mortgage and payments are made even if they go to speak, it was moved by Councilman , and so ordered to close the hearing. Council Minutes 12/11/84 -1- RESOLUTION NO. 4494 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AND DIRECTING PUBLICATION OF A HOUSING POLICIES REPORT The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Santangelo, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and passed by unanimous vote to waive further reading and to 'adopt. REMOVAL OF ITEMS FROM CONSENT CALENDAR Agenda Items VIII-A, Minutes of Regular Meeting of November 27, 1984; VIII-D-2, Cash Contract #505-B; and VIII-G-1, Resolution concerning Development of Offshore Energy Resources, were removed at the request of Councilwoman Boggs. Agenda Item VIII-G-3, Resolution concerning Local Vendor Preference, was removed at the request of Councilman Cormack. Agenda Item VIII-G-4, Resolution concerning Sign Variance Application Fees, was removed at the request of Councilman Davila. Agenda Items VIII-F-1, 'Appeal, Parcel Map #16715; and VIII-F-3, Downey Rose Float Association Agreement, were removed at the request of Councilman Santangelo. WITHDRAWAL OF AGENDA ITEM It was noted the applicant has requested withdrawal of Agenda Item VIII- F-2, Conditional Use Permit No. 209, 11010 Paramount Boulevard. It was moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded by Councilman Boggs, and so ordered to acknowledge the withdrawal and move to deny. For the record, it was indicated the applicant appeared in person and handed the request to Mr. Cutts. CONSENT CALENDAR It was moved by Cormack, seconded by Councilwoman Boggs, and passed by the following vote to approve the Remainder of the Consent Calendar: Minutes: Adjourned Regular Meeting of November 27, 1984; and Special Meeting of November 30,'1984. Rejection of Legal Claims: Ref. #694, Elizabeth Reo; Ref. #697, Ashok D. Babu; and Ref. #698, Thomas A. Lary. Cash Contract No. SS-393 - Gutter Construction: Birchleaf Avenue - Brookpark Road to Cedartree Road; Cedartree Road - Stamps Avenue to Stoakes Avenue; and Eighth Street - Rives Avenue to Smallwood Avenue: Accept work done and maintenance responsibilities for improvements constructed (Account #26,-16393). S.S. Project No. 359 (FAU), Brookshire Avenue Storm Drain - Imperial Highway to Eucalyptus Street: Award unit price contract totaling $137,528.80 to R & L Sewer and appropriate funds in the amount of $33,100 from the unexpended Gas Tax Balance to Account #26-16241 for use on this project, contingent upon' Caltrans' approval. General Warrants: 1001193 - 001225; #001778 - 002179: $1,330 233.27. Appeal, Zone Variance No. 357, 8452 Everest Street: Hearing set for 7:30 p.m., January 8, 1985, in the Council Chamber of Downey City Hall. RRESOLUTION NO. 4495 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY IN SUPPORT OF LEGISLATION PROPOSED BY THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TO COMBAT GANG -RELATED CRIME Council Minutes 12/11/84 -2- AYES: 5 Council Members: Davila, Santangelo, Boggs, Cormack, Barb Minutes: Regular Meeting of November 27, 1984' Councilwoman Boggs referred to Page 5, last sentence of the second para- graph, and said the word "program" should be added after "pageant." Councilman Davila said on Page 6, under Ordinance No. 775, the last sentence should be deleted, which states "Councilman', Davila's 'no' vote was to introduction only." It was moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded by Councilman Santangelo, and passed by unanimous vote to approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of November 27, 1984, as corrected. Cash Contract No. 505-B, Council Chamber Audio Visual Systems Councilwoman Boggs inquired regarding the length of warranty on the systems. Mr. Ralph replied it is one year on partsafter acceptance of the contract. He indicated the contractor completed the project in accordance with the design, and staff will continue to work on any problems. It was moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded by Councilman Santangelo, and passed by unaninmous vote to recommend that the Downey Civic Center Corporation accept the improvements constructed. Appeal, Parcel Map No. 16715, 8355 Lexington Councilman Santangelo stated for the record that the property which is the subject of this appeal is located across the street and down the block but within the same block as his residence and a parcel of property which he owns adjoining his residence. The subject property is also within the same block and on the same side of the street as property which serves as the residence of his father. After consultation with the City Attorney, it is his deter- mination that he should disqualify himself from participation in this matter on the basis that it is reasonably foreseeable the 'decision in this case may have some material financial effect upon the property which he owns. Accordingly, he will withdraw from any participation in this matter. It was moved by Councilwoman Boggs, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and so ordered to set a hearing on Appeal to Parcel Map No. 16715, 8355 Lexington Road, for 7:30 p.m., January 8, 1985, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall. Downey Rose Float Association Agreement Councilman Santangelo does not feel the $500,000 liability insurance is sufficient. On his suggestion, this matter was held for obtaining advice on raising the limit. RESOLUTION NO. 4496 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY SUPPORTING EXPLORATION AND DEVELOPMENT OF OFFSHORE ENERGY RESOURCES AND OPPOSING FEDERAL AND STATE EFFORTS TO IMPOSE MORATORIUMS ON OFFSHORE ENERGY DEVELOPMENT Councilwoman Boggs said she owns stock in an oil company and asked if it would be a conflict of interest. Mr. Newton replied the action would not materially affect a financial interest of an owner of oil stock. Julie Emerson, 8150 Beverly Boulevard, Los Angeles, associated with con- sultants to the Western Oil and Gas Association, commented on the need for oil exploration and encouraged adoption of the Resolution. The Resolution was read by title only. It' was moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded by Councilman Santangelo, and passed by the following vote to waive further reading and to adopt. Council Minutes 12/11/84 -3- �60o Mr. David Ray, 7338 is not a coastal city and Dr. Wilbert Hill ques issue. AYES: 4 Council ABSTAIN: 1 Council A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING AN objected to Downey becoming involved since it not be affected if there is an oil spill. oned why Downey would be concerned about this rs r: Davila, Santangelo, Cormack, Barb Boggs RESOLUTION NO. 4497 CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPLICABLE TO LOCAL VENDOR PREFERENCES It was moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded by Councilman Santangelo, and passed by the following 'vote to amend Section 1 of the Resolution to read "$100.00 or more." AYES: 4 Council Members: Santangelo, Cormack, Boggs, Barb NOES: 1 Council Member: Davila The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Santangelo, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and passed by the following vote to waive further reading and', to adopt. AYES: 4 Council Members: Santangelo, Boggs, Cormack, Barb NOES: 1 Council Member: Davila RESOLUTION NO. 4498 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ESTABLISHING A FEE SCHEDULE FOR SIGN VARIANCE REQUESTS It was moved by Councilman Davila and seconded by Councilwoman Boggs to amend the Resolution to waive all fees for a period of one year for any Sign Variance application fees. AYES: 1 Council Member: Davila NOES: 4 Council Members: Santangelo, Boggs, Cormack, Barb Failed. It was moved by Councilman Santangelo, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and passed by the following vote to amend the Resolution to read "Zone Variance Sign Requests for legal non -conforming signs only, $50.00." Councilwoman Boggs mentioned she received a letter from Mr. Robert S. Brazelton dated December 11 1984, saying the fee is too low and that the resolution should be submitted back to the Planning Commission. The letter was handed to the City Clerk for the record. AYES: 5 Council Members: Davila, Santangelo, Boggs, Cormack, Barb The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Santangelo, seconded by Councilwoman Boggs, and passed by the following vote to waive further reading and to adopt. AYES: 4 Council Members: Santangelo, Boggs, Cormack, Barb NOES: 1 Council Member: Davila ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - Items not on Agenda Joyce Lawrence, 9627 Cheddar Street, President of the Downey Historical Society, narrated a slide presentation on Relocation of the former City Hall Arch, which took place on December 6th. She thanked the Council, members of staff, and the community for supporting Downey's first historic preservation project and mentioned the 'community has donated $7,000. The Historical Society is prepared to go forward with the renovation as soon as possible. The deadline for contributions is December 17th. Council Minutes 12/11/84 -4- ORDINANCES ORDINANCE NO. 777 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING ARTICLE III OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING CHAPTER 7 RELATING TO BURGLARY AND ROBBERY ALARMS The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilwoman Boggs, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and passed by unanimous vote to waive further reading and to adopt. ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING ARTICLE IV, CHAPTER 6, BY ADDING SECTION 4600.3 RELATING TO MOTOR VEHICLE NOISE The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Santangelo, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and passed by the following vote to waive further reading and to introduce. Mr. Newton responded to questions concerning the degree of noise involved. AYES: 4 Council Members: Santangelo, Boggs, Cormack, Barb NOES: 1 Council Member: Davila Councilman Davila indicated his "no" vote was only to introduction of the Ordinance. An Ordinance repealing the Moratorium on the Establishment of Mini -Marts was presented as an urgency and read by title only. Mayor Barb questioned the need to adopt the Ordinance as an urgency. It was moved by Councilman Cormack and seconded by Councilman Santangelo to strike "urgency" from the Ordinance. ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 787 RELATING TO AN EXTENSION OF THE MORATORIUM OF THE ESTABLISHMENTOF MINI -MARTS The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded by Councilwoman Boggs, and passed by unanimous vote to waive further reading and to introduce. ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING SECTION 2490, ARTICLE II, CHAPTER 4, PART 9, OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO BOARD OF BUILDING APPEALS The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Santangelo, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and passed by the following vote to waive further reading and to introduce. A discussion was held regarding who would qualify as a member of the Board under the wording "owner of a retail commercial business." It was indicated the CounciI's intent is to have someone who is a user of signing as an integral part of the business. AYES: 5 Council Members: Davila, Santangelo, Boggs, Cormack, Barb ORDINANCE NO. AN ODINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE AMENDING SECTION 9148 OF THE DOWNEY Mt (CHAPTER 1, ARTICLE IX) (re Freest Y OF DOWNEY IPAL CODE ing Signs) Council Minutes 12/11/84 -5- M The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Santangelo and seconded by Councilman Cormack to waive further reading and to adopt. Councilwoman Boggs mentioned that at the last meeting she requested several things from staff, and the Council still does not have anything on enforcement procedures. Mr. Ovrom said it was intended to bring the enforcement procedures to the Council at the January 8th meeting. AYES: 2 Council Members: Cormack, Barb NOES: 3 Council Members: Davila, Santangelo, Boggs Failed. It was moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded by Councilwoman Boggs, and so ordered to continue the Ordinance to January 8th. RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION NO. 4499 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO THE SOUTHEAST AREA ANIMAL CONTROL AUTHORITY JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT PROVIDING FOR DISTRIBUTION OF THE AUTHORITY'S ASSETS IN THE EVENT OF TERMINATION AND CHANGING THE NUMBER OF VOTES NECESSARY TO ADOPT THE ANNUAL OPERATING AND CAPITAL BUDGET AND AUTHORIZNG THE EXECUTION OF THE JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded by Councilman Santangelo, and passed by unanimous vote to waive further reading and to adopt. It was moved by Councilwoman Boggs, seconded by Councilman Davila, and so ordered to remove the Resolutions Updating the Personnel Manual from the Agenda. The Resolutions will be brought back the second meeting in January. It was noted that Agenda Item XI-C pertaining to I.D.B. Allocation Transfer was handled under the Community Development Commission agenda. A RESOLUTION OF CALIFORNIA, OP SUBMITTED BY G1 TO THE PUBLIC The Resolution was rea Santangelo, seconded by Coun waive further reading and to ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS RESOLUTION NO. 4500 E CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY, SING THE 1985 RATE INCREASE REQUEST =RP.L TELEPHONE COMPANY OF CALIFORNIA TILITIES COMMISSION AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 4491 by ilman dopt. title only. It was moved by Councilman Cormack, and passed by unanimous vote to It was moved by Councilman Davila, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and passed by the following vote to deny Service of Alcohol in the Downey Civic Center. Councilwoman Boggs said the only reason she was interested in alcohol being served at the Theatre only if the Theatre would benefit financially. She mentioned alcoholic beverages are sold at other Theatres and the amount of alcohol consumed is minute. Councilwoman Boggs noted monthly licenses are purchased for Chamber of Commerce mixers. Councilman Cormack said the Theatre Manager has done an outstanding job of programming and bringing the Theatre close to a profitable or break even basis. If alcoholic beverages were to be served it would require a variance because of proximity to a school, and he feels it would not be in the best interests of the City. Council Minutes 12/11/84 -6- 4) 01 Councilman Davila has no objection to serving champagne or wine at the theatre during intermission of the performances, but he would vote against allowing alcoholic beverages to be sold at public facilities other than the Theatre. Councilman Santangelo feels the Theatre should be given the opportunity to sell beer or wine but he is not interested in allowing an outside company come in and make the profit from the sale. Also, he is opposed to the sale of alcoholic beverages at the Library or any facility other than the Theatre. Mr. Ovrom advised that the ABC does not permit a governmental agency to hold a liquor license. Mr. Lennie Whittington, 8542 Manatee, said he attended an ABC Board hear- ing of a business who wished to put in a liquor store and they were turned down because of the proximity of a church. He also mentioned the new Hotel plans to serve liquor. Mr. Tim Smith, 8649 Lowman Avenue, feels it would be unwise for the City to allow sale of alcoholic beverages in a public facility which is community property. He said people have the opportunity to purchase and partake of alcoholic beverages in a private manner, and he does not feel the City should promote this due to the close proximity to the school. Elsa Van Leuven, 10031 Lesterford, commentedregarding continued news items concerning drunk driving, abuse of alcohol, and teenage problems with alcohol. She feels the Council should, not approve the serving of alcohol. Mayor Barb took note of other people present in the audience to speak in opposition to this matter. When asked how the Theatre feels about this, Mr•. Jarrett explained there are two opportunities for the theatre to make money from the sale of alcoholic beverages. The first would be the potential of revenue generated from actual sale of the beverages. Second is the unknown potential for increasing the number of renters who might be interested in renting the Theatre due to the possibility of serving alcohol. There is also the question of whether the City has lost revenue because people have gone elsewhere since they have not had the opportunity to sell alcoholic beverages. Councilman Santangelo suggested polling people who frequent the Theatre as to whether they would be interested in partaking of a wine beverage. It was moved by Councilwoman Boggs and seconded by Councilman Cormack to table. Mayor Barb indicated the motion to table is out of order because he has already called for the vote. Mr. Newton said if the question has been called for, no other motion may be made. Roll call vote on motion to deny. AYES: 5 Council Members: Davila, Santangelo, Boggs, Cormack, Barb It was moved by Councilman Santangelo, seconded by Councilwoman Boggs, and passed by the following vote to refer this matter to the Community Services Commission for study as a Theatre issue only and whether or not they want to do a survey, and come back with a report. AYES: 3 Council Members: Davila, Santangelo, Boggs NOES: 2 Council Members: Cormack, Barb It was moved by Councilman Santangelo and seconded by Councilman Davila to approve the award of contract to Prestige Drapery and Carpet for furnish- ing and installing Window Coverings - Mini -Blinds in the City Hall and Police Department in the amount of $8,264.40. This project will be paid with Civic Center Funds. Council Minutes 12/11/84 -7- 9616 Mr. Ralph explained this includes those offices where morning or late afternoon sun shines over a desk making it difficult for an employee to perform his work. A proposal will come back in next year's budget to do the rest of City Hall to make it uniform. Mr. Powell explained this was done through an informal bid process. If the Council wishes staff can prepare a more formalized bid. Council Members expressed concern about installing mini -blinds on some windows and not on others. Councilman Santangelo noted the cost for mini -blinds and indicated he prefers drapes. Mr. Ralph said the blinds seem to offer more individual control. During further discussion he indicated he can come back with a budget modification to do the entire building. It was a concensus of the Council to continue this matter. It was moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded by Councilwoman Boggs, and so ordered to receive and file the Pedestrian Crossing Study - Florence Avenue at Haledon/Chaney Avenues and request a recommendation. Mayor Barb declared a recess from 10:18 p.m. to 10:25 p.m. The meeting resumed with all Council Members present. Paramedic Funding Options Councilwoman Boggs commented on the need for another Paramedic unit in the City as one of the more vital services provided. She proposed a subscrip- tion Paramedic service of $12 per single family residence, $2 per rental unit, and that it be voluntary. She also suggested a fee of around $100 for non - subscriber service. Chief Davis said many medical plans cover paramedic services. Councilman Cormack questioned whether people on fixed incomes would sub- scribe. He is not totally sold on a Utility Tax but feels it would be the fairest method in that eveyone would pay a small portion. He is in favor of another Paramedic Unit. Councilman Davila said his main concern is the voters' reaction to Proposition 36 because the results came back 60 percent against raising taxes, so he feels the Utility Users Tax is completely out of line. He would like to see the Paramedic Program remain as it is because Downey is receiving excel- lent service from Santa Fe Springs, who would still be responding to calls in Downey. Also, he does not want to increase any expenditures to the public. Chief Davis explained the agreement with Santa Fe Springs would be amended, and there would not be an automatic response of that city into the northeast section of Downey.' Councilman Santangelo commented regarding his experience with response by the Santa Fe Springs Paramedic Unit into Downey, noting on one occasion they could not find the street. He feels Downey deserves to have the new unit, but he is concerned that someone'' would have to pay $100 for that service. He is not opposed to having a plan where people would pay $1.00 a month added to their water bill and is in 'favor of having another Paramedic Unit so that Downey can be serviced by its own people. Mayor Barb said Downey's citizens are paying for well -trained paramedics who have worked a long time in the City and know the streets. He was pleased to hear the proposal for a voluntary subscription fee of $1.00 a month and feels maybe another option would be to sell some Proposition A funds or use some of the General Fund Reserves and make the fee for non -subscribers in the area of $40-$50. During further discussion regarding a possible subscription fee, Mr. Ovrom mentioned staff's recommendation has been that the City cannot afford to pay for the Paramedic Unit,out of the General Fund. Council Minutes 12/11/84 -8- Questions were raised regarding how the subscription fee would be handled. It was noted the cities of Fullerton and Orange have new pro- grams of a subscription service paid once a year through the water bill. Chief Davis indicated it will probably be May ''before the second unit can go into full service. It was moved by Councilwoman Boggs, seconded by Councilman Santangelo, and passed by the following vote to instruct staff to commence with what is necessary to establish a second Paramedic Unit in the City of Downey and report back to the Council, as a result of discussion, on financing the unit. Mr. Gary McCaughan suggested provision will have to be made for providing service to people who opt to not subscribe or who cannot afford the subscrip- tion service fee. He also suggested looking into the insurances that provide coverage for Paramedics services. Mr. Lennie Whittington, 8542 Manatee, does not feel people would object to a voluntary subscription fee, and he commented on the high cost for ambulance service. He also favors Paramedics providing transportation to the hospital. Further discussion ensued. It was indicated this matter will come back to the Council the second meeting in January. AYES: 4 Council Members: Santangelo, Boggs, Cormack, Barb ABSTAIN: 1 Council Member: Davila ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - Staff Members: None ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - City Council Councilman Santangelo inquired regarding status of the Charter Review Committee. He was informed a report should be on the Council desks early next week. Councilman Santangelo also asked about the Treasure Island Report. Mr. Jarrett replied a meeting has been scheduled for January 17th with the neighborhood to discuss proposed demolition of the building. Councilwoman Boggs reported on some constituent requests concerning Adjournment of this meeting to a closed session regarding possible litigation. She has been asked if it can be stated what the closed session pertains to. Mr. Newton said in January there will be a new, requirement, whereby upon announcement prior to the adjournment of the meeting it must be stated, unless disclosure is contrary to the City's litigation interests. Councilwoman Boggs requested that during review of Capital Improvements in the next Budget she would like to look at the possibility of constructing sidewalks on some of the main streets, particularly on Brookshire Avenue south of Imperial Highway. Councilwoman Boggs said that on the next Agenda if the Ordinance is adopted approving the sixth position on the Design Review Board for a person to review sign requests, she would like to nominate Gloria Reed of the Country Butcher to be that person. Seconded by CouncilmanSantangelo and so ordered by the Mayor. Councilwoman Boggs requested that the next Agenda contain an Appointment to the Mosquito Abatement District of either herself or Mr. Morton. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - Audience Mr. Ken Miller, 7336 Cleargrove Drive, inquired regarding any written ground rules or policy as to who does or does not speak to the Council on Agenda items. Council Minutes 12/11/84 -9- Mayor Barb replied that per the Charter the Mayor is responsible for conducting meetings, and in that sense it is somewhat arbitrary with the intent that anything necessary for City business for a Council Member to make adequate decision should be heard. He said if there is a public hearing, it is in the interest of the public and the City to hear all input to the Council. Mr. Miller said communication between the public and Council was an important issue in the last election and in a recent Court case, and he referred specifically to where a person attempted to address the Council earlier but was asked to take his seat. Mayor Barb responded by saying Dr. Hill did appear this evening and was invited to speak several times on different subjects. Also, several people spoke to the issue of Serving Alcohol at the Downey Theatre, and since there other people present he requested a show of hands. Councilman Santangelo concurred there were other people who wanted to speak, and he hopes the Council would give this consideration in the future. Mr. Miller feels it would be helpful if guidelines were set forth rather than it being an arbitrary' decision. Also, he does not feel a voluntary Paramedic Program will work.' ADJOURNMENT: 11:20 p.m. The meeting was adjourned to 6:30 Office of the Downey City ',Hall, for potential litigation. p.m., December 18, 1984, in the Mayor's closed session to discuss pending or Randal ar , Mayo Council Minutes 12/11/84 -10-