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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-11-12-85-Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY NOVEMBER 12, 1985 TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO. Proclamation honoring Les Olsen Day 1 Ord. Adopting Specific Plan for Rancho Los Amigos Parcel A (SP 85-1) Introduce 2 Removal of Items from Consent Calendar 3 Minutes: Special Called Meeting & Regular Meeting Oct. 22, 1985 Approved 3 Rejection of Legal Claim: Ref. #729, D. Johnson Approved 3 CC #SS-362 (FAU), Paramount Bl. from Florence Av. to Santa Ana Freeway: Change Orders #1 & 2 & accept improvements Approved 3 General Warrants #9713 - 10253 Approved 3 Election Supplier/Consultant: Auth. City Clerk to negotiate & retain election services of Martin & Chapman for 1986 Gen Municipal Election Approved 3 Preferred Patient Agmt. w/Downey Community Hospital - Employee Incentives Approved 3 Disposal of Surplus Radios: Auth. staff to give surplus radios to Downey Amateur Radio Club Approved 3 _ Req. for Permissive CUP on County Dept. of Water & Power R/W: Auth. Quang Diep to submit appl. Approved 3 Chamber of Commerce Agmt. for FY 1985-86: Approve entering into agreement Approved 3 Firestone Demonstration Proj.: Grant auth, to adv. for bids following Caltrans' approval Approved 3 Rio Hondo Golf Course Professional Management Agmt. Auth. staff to request proposals Approved 3 Rio Hondo Country Club Maint. Contract: Auth. Dept. P.W. to go to bid & open bids Dec. loth; award contract 2nd meeting in December; & auth. Dept. Pub. Wks. to negotiate ext. of existing 6-mo. contract w/Satsuma Landscape thru 1/86 w/anticipation of low bidder beginning 5-year contract on 2/1/86 Approved 4 Sale of Police Dept. Surplus Vehicles: Auth. sale to Judicial Police of Baja, California Approved 4 Res. #4655, Decl. Int. to Vacate New St. bet. _ Firestone & Second, & Second bet. New & Downey Adopted 4 Res. #4656, Apprvg. Final Subdiv. Map of Tract Map #44089, Apprvg. Agmt. w/Subdivider & Accept Letter of Credit in Lieu of Surety Bonds (8247-53 Gardendale St.) Adopted 4 Res. #4657, Calling & Giving Notice of Holding Gen. Mun. Election to be held 6/3/86 Adopted 4 Res. #4658, Req. County Bd. Sprvsrs. to Consoli- date City Gen. Mun. Election w/Statewide Primary Election to be held 6/3/86 Adopted 4 Page 1 of 2 COUNCIL MINUTES, NOVEMBER 12, 1985 TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTINUED) SUBJECT ACTION Res. #4659, Adopting Regulations for Candidates f/Elective Office pertaining to Materials subm. to Electorate & costs thereof for Gen. Mun. Election on 6/3/86 Adopted Res. #4660, Adopting FY 1985-86 Budget & rescind Res. #4596 Adopted Req. for Funding by Downey Rose Float Assn: Support project & if not enough funds budgeted for Theatre rental, as well as this prof., that addl. amount be taken from reserves Approved Excess Water Facilities Corp. Property at 8457 Orange St.: Auth. Mayor to sign Approved Req. for Permissive CUP on County Dept. Water & Power R/W: Auth. Richard Romero to submit appl. Approved John Gonzalez re obtaining public records Fred Mastri re contt. of 2-story factory -type bldg. in R-1 zone Referred to staff Ord. amending DMC providing for Dept. of Animal Care & Control & for Impounding & Regulating the Keeping, Sale & Exhibition of Animals Adopted Ord. amending DMC re Compensation of Council Members CC #530, Civic Center Site Imprvmts. - Phase II: Plans & specs & auth. to advertise for bids Taxi Cab Service: Req. of Trans -Cab for rate increase & relief on insurance Res. #4661, Est. Three Water Service Zones for Separate Water Rates & Rescind Res. #4468 Design of New City Logo: Appropriate necessary funds & auth. City Mgr's. Office to initiate design process Downey Hometel Agreement: Auth. Mayor/Executive Director to sign Status of County wall on Rio Hondo Channel W/o Guatemala Earthquake Preparedness Classes Res. re Deep -Pocket Reform Discussion re requirement for dedication of frontage along Firestone in conjunction with improvement of properties Closed session re personnel Meeting adjourned to 6:30 p.m., Nov. 26, 1985, for closed session re pending & potential liti- gation & personnel Meeting adjourned in Memory of John Clarish, Maintenance Worker in Public Works Dept. Introduced Approved Approved Adopted Approved PAGE NO. 4 4 Approved; staff to look into possibility of saving Eucalyptus trees To be on next Agenda 5 5 5 5 5 5 6 6 6 6 7 7 7 8 8 8 8 8 8 Page 2 of 2 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY NOVEMBER 12, 1985 The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 7:30 p.m., November 12, 1985, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, Mayor Bob Davila presiding. PRESENT: Council Members: Bob Davila Mayor James S. Santangelo Mayor Pro Tem Diane P. Boggs Robert G. Cormack Randall R. Barb ALSO PRESENT: Don Davis, 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 James R. Jarrett, Director of Community Services Harald J. Henriksen, City Engineer Ronald Yoshiki, City Planner William Sumner, Fire Marshal 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 Reverend G. Kevin Taylor, St. Mark's Episcopal Church. The Flag Salute was led by Councilman Barb. PRESENTATIONS Mayor Davila presented a Proclamation honoring Les Olsen Day. HEARINGS: None ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT General Plan Amendment 85-1 and Specific Plan 85-1 - Rancho Los Amigos Mr. Cutts commented on proposed plans for the property which involves a general plan amendment and specific plan. He reviewed the concerns which have been raised and discussed with County staff involving height of buildings; zoning and design standards; infrastructure; and traffic circulation around the project. Staff has looked at the negative declaration, believes it is sufficient and that an EIR is not warranted. The County has agreed to indemnify the City against any possible lawsuit with regard to the California Environmental Quality Act process. Staff recommends approving in concept two resolutions regarding the negative declaration and general plan amendment and directing staff to bring back to the next meeting an agreement with the County indemifying the City from any responsi- bility of litigation regarding the CEQA process and introduce an Ordinance. Mr. Newton asked if all elements of the negotiated and agreed -upon specific plan were the subject of public hearing before the Planning Commission and City Council and that there is no change of substance from those matters that were considered, so it would not require any referral back to the Commission for re- opening the public hearing. Mr. Cutts replied there has been nothing new presented in the specific plan, and it was all discussed at public hearings. Mr. Newton said it is his understanding the agreement to indemnify the City for legal expenses is a commitment of County staff, and to implement that would require action by the County Board of Supervisors. It is also his understanding County staff has stated, and it should be confirmed, that prior to final action on the two resolutions and adoption of the ordinance, the Board of Supervisors' approval should be obtained and the confirmed agreement presented prior to final action of the Council. Council Minutes 11/12/85 -1- Mr. Victor Grgas, Director of Development Planning for the Los Angeles County Community Development Commission, 1436 Goodrich Boulevard, Commerce, explained County staff will go before the Board of Supervisors asking for its approval of the agreement to be brought back for Council's concurrence prior to final approval and second reading of the Ordinance. Mr. Newton stated if the Council proceeds with the action recommended, this action would supercede any other preliminary action taken, including action taken at the last meeting to table and require an EIR. During discussion, Councilwoman Boggs clarified that the Specific Plan does not contain everything she had wanted and it does not contain a buffer between the residences, but this could be achieved by requiring a conditional use permit. Mr. Cutts responded to questions and commented on the design review process. Mayor Davila asked if the residents have been contacted regarding the changes in the proposed project, and Mr. Cutts replied there was one contacted prior to this meeting, plus there have been a number of meetings with residents concerning all of the issues involved. Mr. Larry Marks, 7808 Borson St., commented regarding the filing of an environmental impact report and said none of the homeowners have been told about the list of uses. As a citizen, he would challenge a negative declaration. He questioned whether the Council was considering a new specific plan. For clarification, Mr. Newton explained there is no specific plan until one is adopted by ordinance. Mr. Marks discussed the reason he feels what is being considered is a brand new plan, which people have not had an opportunity to review. It was moved by Councilwoman Boggs and seconded by Councilan Cormack to approve in concept only and allow citizens time to see the new proposed specific plan. An amended motion was made by Councilman Cormack and seconded by Councilman Barb to add the Resolution and Ordinance. Councilwoman Boggs was asked if it was the intent of her motion to approve the two resolutions in concept, hold the first reading of the Ordinance approving the specific plan, take no further action until a subsequent meeting after which the City would receive the indemnification from the Board of Supervisors, and during the interim period provide to interested citizens an opportunity to review the currently proposed specific plan, and she replied yes. A discussion was held on whether the amended motion conflicts with the main motion. It was moved by Councilman Barb to ask the Chair to clear the floor of unclear motions and allow a new motion to be made based on the City Attorney's recommendation and go forward. Mayor Davila -ruled that the Council will vote on the amended motion. Mr. Mike Manicone, 10400 Gaybrook, clarified this matter from his point of view. He also stated an ordinance cannot be passed in concept. Councilman Cormack said his amendment is to have first reading of the Resolution and Ordinance so that they can be looked at by the citizens as to general concept. The amended motion was then passed by unanimous vote. The original motion as amended was passed by unanimous vote. ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ADOPTING A SPECIFIC PLAN FOR RANCHO LOS AMIGOS PARCEL A (SP 85-1) The Ordinance 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 introduce. Council Minutes 11/12/85 -2- For final clarification, Mr. Newton stated his understanding it is the CounciI's intention to not take further action to formally adopt the two Resolutions and Ordinance until it has in hand an indemnification from the County as to legal expenses, which has been discussed, and that the specific plan shown be to the residents. So ordered by the Mayor. Mayor Davila declared a recess from 8:58 p.m. to 9:06 p.m. The meeting resumed with all Council Members present. REMOVAL OF ITEMS FROM CONSENT CALENDAR Agenda Item VIII-F-1, Sale of Excess Property on Orange St. east of Planett Avenue, was removed at the request of Councilman Santangelo. Agenda Item VIII-F-5-a, Request for Permissive CUP on County Department of Water & Power Right -of -Way, Richard Romero, was removed at the request of Councilman Barb. Mr. Richard Romero of Bellflower requested that Agenda Item VIII-F-5-a be 'reinstated. He was informed this matter will be handled separately from the Consent Calendar. Agenda Item VIII-F-10, Golf Course Maintence Contract, was modified to include subject to approval of the City Attorney. Agenda Item VIII-B-1, Request for Funding by Downey Rose Float Association was removed at the request of Jean Albrecht, 7214 Glencliff Drive. CONSENT CALENDAR It was moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded by Councilwoman Boggs, and passed by the following vote to approve the Remainder of the Consent Calendar: Minutes: Special Called Meeting and Regular Meeting of October 22, 1985. Rejection of Legal Claim: Ref. #729, Douglas Johnson. Cash Contract #SS-362 (FAU), Paramount Boulevard from Florence Avenue to Santa Ana Freeway: Change Orders No. 1 and 2; accept improvements construc- ted and maintenance responsibility. General Warrants: #9713 - 10253, $3,077,086.13. Election Supplier/Consultant: Authorize the City Clerk to negotiate and retain the election services of Martin & Chapman for the 1986 General Municipal Election. Preferred Patient Agreement with Downey Community Hospital - Employee Incentives: Change in City's Medical Plan, whereby members of the City Plan could receive rebate payments. Disposal of Surplus Radios: Authorize staff to give surplus radios to Downey Amateur Radio Club. Request for Permissive Conditional Use Permit on Los Angeles County Department of Water and Power Right -of -May: Authorize Quang Diep to submit an application. Said authorization finds that the requirement may be compatible with the neighborhood and surrounding uses and would not be inconsistent with the City's General Plan. Chamber of Commerce Agreement for Fiscal Year 1985-86: Approve entering into agreement providing allocation of $20,000 in exchange for various services. Firestone Demonstration Project: Grant authority to advertise for bids following Caltrans' approval. Rio Hondo Golf Course Professional Management Agreement: Authorize staff to request proposals for provision of Golf Professional Services. Council Minutes 11/12/85 -3- Rio Hondo Country Club Maintenance Contract: Authorize the Department of Public Works to go to bid; open bids on December loth; to award the contract at the second meeting in December, subject to approval of the City Attorney; and authorize the Department of Public works to negotiate an extension of the existing six-month contract with Satsuma Landscape and Maintenance Corporation through January 1986, with the anticipation of the low bidder beginning the five-year contract on February 1, 1986. Sale of Police Department Surplus Vehicles: Authorize sale to the Judicial Police of Baja, California. RESOLUTION NO. 4655 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO VACATE NEW STREET BETWEEN FIRESTONE BOULEVARD AND SECOND STREET AND SECOND STREET BETWEEN NEW STREET AND DOWNEY AVENUE RESOLUTION NO. 4656 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THE FINAL SUBDIVISION MAP OF TRACT MAP NO. 44089 APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH THE SUBDIVIDER AND ACCEPTANCE OF A LETTER OF CREDIT IN LIEU OF SURETY BONDS (8247-53 GARDENDALE STREET) RESOLUTION NO. 4657 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 THE THIRD DAY OF JUNE, 1986, FOR THE ELECTION OF CERTAIN OFFICERS OF SAID CITY AS REQUIRED BY THE PROVISIONS OF THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY RESOLUTION NO. 4658 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TO CONSOLIDATE THE CITY OF DOWNEY GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION WITH THE STATEWIDE DIRECT PRIMARY ELECTION TO BE HELD ON JUNE 3, 1986, PURSUANT TO SECTION 23300 OF THE CALIFORNIA ELECTIONS CODE RESOLUTION NO. 4659 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING REGULATIONS FOR CANDIDATES FOR ELECTIVE OFFICE, PERTAINING TO MATERIALS SUBMITTED TO THE ELECTORATE AND THE COSTS THEREOF FOR THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN SAID CITY ON TUESDAY, JUNE 3, 1986 RESOLUTION NO. 4660 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ADOPTING THE FISCAL YEAR 1985-86 BUDGET WITH IMPLEMENTING DOCUMENTS AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 4596 AYES: 5 Council Members: Santangelo, Boggs, Cormack, Barb, Davila Request for Funding by Downey Rose Float Association Mrs. Albrecht commented on the request for funds to send out a communication to citizens of the City requesting contributions for supporting construction and flowering of the Downey Rose Float, and she feels the letter would further cement — relations with citizens of Downey in that they would become a part of financing the float. Responding to questions, she commented on the astronomical insurance rates and the need for additional funds to pay for the insurance. It was moved by Councilwoman Boggs and seconded by Councilman Santangelo to allocate $1,448 to the Downey Rose Float Association to enable them to distribute a flier throughout the City to raise funds for the flowers. Council Minutes 11/12/85 -4- r-3 When asked about funds budgeted for the Association, Mr. Jarrett explained funds were budgeted'to cover costs for use of the Theatre. It was moved by Councilman Barb, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and passed by unanimous vote to amend the motion to support the project, and if there are not enough funds budgeted for the Theatre rental, as well as this project, that an additional amount be taken from the reserves at the time necessary. The original motion as amended was passed by unanimous vote. It was moved by Councilwoman Boggs, seconded by Councilman Barb, and passed by the following vote to authorize the Mayor to sign the Parcel Map for the Excess Water Facilities Corporation Property at 8457 Orange Street and to sign Deeds and other documents necessary to complete the sale. AYES: 4 Council Members: Boggs, Cormack, Barb, Davila ABSTAIN: 1 Council Member: Santangelo It was moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded by Councilman Santangelo, and passed by the following vote to approve Request for Permissive Conditional Use Permit on Los Angeles County Department of Water and Power Right -of -Way and authorize Richard Romero, the applicant, to submit an application; said authori- `zation finds that the requirement may be compatible with the neighborhood and surrounding uses and would not be inconsistent with the City's General Plan. Concern was expressed regarding commercial access to property in a resi- dential zone. Mr. Cutts responded to questions regarding the proposed use of the property. AYES: 4 Council Members: Santangelo, Boggs, Cormack, Davila NOES: 1 Council Member: Barb ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - Items not on Agenda Mr. John Gonzalez, 12350 Orizaba, requested he be allowed to obtain public records from the City. Mr. Fred Mastri, 8331 Everest, said he has submitted copies of a letter to City officials regarding construction of a two-story factory -type building to be built in a R-1 zone. Councilwoman Boggs said it is a two-story structure, and she has checked with staff and was told the structure is legal. Mr. Cutts said the plans call for a double car garage and the second floor is a maximum height of four feet, which is indicated on the site plan and con- struction drawings and is not considered to be a second floor. It is possible for a building in the R-1 zone to go up to 30 feet in height. Also, there is no access to the second floor. Mr. Mastri said an industrial or commercial building should not be permitted in a residential zone and he demanded an investigation. Councilman Cormack would like information regarding the construction. Councilman Barb requested staff look into this to see if it is a legal building. Referred to staff for investigation and report. ORDINANCES ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE BY REPEALING CHAPTER 2 OF ARTICLE IV, ANIMALS AND POUND SERVICE, AND CHAPTER 1, SECTION 10110 OF ARTICLE X, PARKS, PLAYGROUNDS AND RECREATION, AND ADOPTING A NEW ARTICLE IV, CHAPTER 2 PROVIDING FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL CARE AND CONTROL AND FOR THE IMPOUNDING AND REGULATING THE KEEPING, SALE AND EXHIBITION OF ANIMALS Council Minutes 11/12/85 -5- ,n O 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. Councilman Barb mentioned there is a memo from the Department of Communuity Services regarding animals in the park, and he would like more time to look into this matter. It was then moved by Councilman Barb, seconded by Councilman Santangelo, and passed by unanimous vote to amend the Ordinance by removing "and Chapter 1, Section 10110 of Article X, Parks, Playgrounds and Recreation" from the title and Section 2 from the body of the Ordinance. The original motion as amended was passed by unanimous vote. ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING ARTICLE II, CHAPTER 1, SECTION 2102 OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO COMPENSATION OF COUNCIL MEMBERS 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. RESOLUTIONS - None ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS It was moved by Councilwoman Boggs, seconded Councilman Santangelo, and passed by unanimous vote to appove plans and specifications and grant authority to advertise for bids on Cash Contract No. 530, Civic Center Site Improvements - Phase II. Mr. Duke Perrin, President of Trans -Cab, Inc., 9020 Gardendale, Bellflower, requested a rate increase and relief on insurance coverage for Taxi Cab Service. He commented on the high costs and difficulty in obtaining insurance coverage and noted the type of insurance he was able to obtain is less than required by the City. He requested a temporary waiver of the City's insurance requirement. Mr. Perrin responded to questions of the Council and noted the rate increase requested is $2.20. It was moved by Councilman Santangelo, seconded by Councilwoman Boggs, and passed by unanimous vote to approve the $350,000 insurance for a period of six months and the rate increase as requested. RESOLUTION NO. 4661 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ESTABLISHING THREE (3) WATER SERVICE ZONES FOR SEPARATE WATER RATES AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 4468 The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Councilan Santangelo, seconded by Councilwoman Boggs, and passed by the following vote to waive further reading and to adopt. Mr. Ralph commented on the large increase in pumping tax and explained approval has been received for putting reclaimed sewer water into the basin, which will be monitored very closely. During discussion he explained staff has completed a master plan of the entire water system which is included in the capital improvement program of approximately $3.5 million, and he hopes to come back to the Council with a proposal on how to finance the program. AYES: 3 Council Members: Boggs, Barb, Davila NOES: 2 Council Members: Santangelo, Cormack It was moved by Councilman Santangelo and seconded by Councilman Barb that staff come back with a study showing the difference in rates and how the rates can be equalized. AYES: 2 Council Members: Santangelo, Davila NOES: 3 Council Members: Boggs, Barb, Cormack Failed. Council Minutes 11/12/85 la Design of a New City Logo Mr. Yotsuya commented on the goal to expand the public information program particularly in view of recent elimination of the daily Southeast News. A series of service brochures have been prepared, and it is proposed to increase distri- bution of the Communicator to a bi-monthly publication. He commented on the proposal to adopt a new identity for the City in the way of a logo to be developed and applied to various City publications, etc. An appropriation is requested to be divided between two different firms who designed the brochures and designed several versions of certificates of appointment and appreciation to be presented to the public. Also, each of the firms would receive $500 to pre- pare alternative designs for the logo to be presented to the Council for decision on which firm would complete the art work and design. A logo could be adopted as early as January. The firms would be asked to prepare variations of the logo for the City's 30th anniversary. It was moved by Councilwoman Boggs, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and passed by unanimous vote to approve the design of a new City logo; appropriate the necessary funds; and that the City Manager's Office be granted authority to initiate the design process. Mr. Cutts explained the Downey Hometel Agreement cleans up the problems that were not addressed under the previous agreement. He commented on various items Hometel will be responsible for and said the City would be responsible for purchase of the electronic reader board sign and controller. In exchange for some of the services the hotel is offering, the hotel would be allowed to use the sign 30 percent of the time. Mr. Cutts also discussed the property to be con- veyed to the hotel in exchange of easements for vehicular access and electrical conduit. It was moved by Councilman Cormack and seconded by Councilman Barb to authorize the Mayor/Executive Director to sign the subject agreement. Joyce Lawrence, 9627 Cheddar, questioned why the Eucalyptus trees between the Theatre and Hotel are to be removed. Mr. Jarrett replied they would probably be removed anyway due to the uplift- ing of concrete by roots of the trees. An amended motion was made by Councilman Santangelo and seconded by Council- woman Boggs that 30 percent of the reader board be limited to Embassy Suites only and not inure to successors of the property. Roll call vote on amended motion: AYES: 2 Council Members: Santangelo, Boggs NOES: 3 Council Members: Cormack, Barb, Davila Failed. The original motion was then passed by the following vote: AYES: 4 Council Members: Santangelo, Boggs, Cormack, Davila NOES: 1 Council Member: Barb Councilman Barb requested a copy of the DOA for his review and said he would like staff to look into the possibility of saving the trees. So ordered. Mr. Cutts requested a Council committee of two to view the property and the possibility of saving the trees. Mr. Ralph said if the trees are saved if will mean replacing the concrete more often. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - Staff Members Mr. Davis stated that several weeks ago Council directed staff to check with the Los Angeles Department of Water & Power regarding possible construction of a block wall along the Rio Hondo Channel west of Guatemala. Information has been received that they will not construct a block wall but would consider raising the height of the chainl ink fence on the riverbed area from four feet to seven or eight feet. Council Minutes 11/12/85 -7- Councilman Cormack said making the fence higher will not close the opening people make to get their motorcycles through. Mr. Davis commented on three Earthquake Preparedness Classes scheduled in City Hall. Everyone is encouraged to attend at least one class. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - Audience: None ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - City Council At the request of Councilman Santangelo, a Resolution regarding Deep -Pocket Reform will be on the next Council Agenda. Councilman Barb indicated there is an item of personnel he would like to discuss in closed session. Councilman Cormack referred to the requirement for dedication of ten feet of frontage along Firestone Boulevard in conjunction with improvement of properties and said he would like to know the number of properties involved. He also questioned how the City expects to get people to voluntarily improve their pro- perties if this requirement exists. Mr. Ralph recalled that action was taken by the Council to keep Firestone a standard width of 100 feet and to take right-of-way only as needed. CLOSED SESSION The meeting was recessed to closed session from 11:06 p.m, to 11:20 p.m. to discuss a personnel matter. The meeting resumed with all Council Members present. There was no action taken in closed session required to be announced. ADJOURNMENT: 11:20 The meeting was adjourned to 6:30 p.m., November 26, 1985, in the Council Chamber of Downey City Hall, for closed session regarding pending and potential litigation and personnel. The meeting was also adjourned in memory of John Clarish, Maintenance Worker in the Public Works Department. obert L ha _nd, City Clerk -Treasurer Bob Uavila, Mayor Council Minutes 11/12/85 -8- ADDENDUM TO MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY NOVEMBER 12, 1986�L The following should be added to page 3 under approval of the Consent Calendar: Lending Institution Agreement - Commercial Revitalization Demonstration Project: Approve and authorize the Mayor to sign the Operating Agreement with Capital Bank for the loan portion of the financing package, contingent upon review and approval of the City Attorney. Robert L. Shand, City Clerk -Treasurer Addendum to Council Minutes 11/12/85