HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-03-25-86-Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
MARCH 25, 1986
TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS
SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO.
Proclamation re Cancer Awareness Week 1
_ Proclamation declaring Tuesday, March 25th, as
Bob Weber Day 1
Presentation of Photograph - 1986 Downey Rose
Float Entry 1
Hearing on Vacation #149, Second & New Sts. Cont'd. to 4/8 1
Commercial Rubbish Collection: Auth. Dir. Pub.
Wks. to issue permit to Tiger Systems for commer-
cial rubbish collection in City based on findings
set forth in City Ordinance Approved
Minutes: Adj. Reg. Mtg., March 11, 1986; & Reg.
Mtg., March 11, 1986 Approved
Legal Claims for Rejection: Ref. #787, O'Neal Rejected
DIP #720 & 721, Elm Vista Dr. E/o Bellflowr Bl.
North & South Side of Elm Vista: Initiate Chptr.
27 Prcdgs.; appropriation & auth. Dept. Pub. Wks.
to proceed w/completion of sidewalks Appoved
CC #SS-403, Orange St. - Paramount Bl./Gneiss Av.:
Plans, specs & authority to advertise
CC #SS-387, Firestone Bl. - Median Island Land-
scaping: Plans, specs & authority to advertise
CC #538, Tree Trimming - Various Locations:
Authority to advertise
General Warrants #13228 - 13598
DMC Amndmt. re Service Station Amortization
Schedule
Revised Joint Powers Agmt. bet. Cities of Downey
& Santa Fe Spgs.: Auth. Mayor to sign
Res. #4716, Apprvg. Final Subdiv. Tract Map
#43679 (NE Corner Dolan/Iowa)
Res. #4717, Req. Allocation of County Aid to
Cities Funds for Plaint. of Select System Streets
Ord. re Regulation of Parking of Vehicles near
Intersections
Ord. re Regulation of Vendors on Public Streets
Ord. amending DMC re Truck Parking Regulations
Ord. #816, re Satellite Dish Antennas
Ord. amending DMC re Building Regulations
CC #SS-398, Citywide Street Resurfacing: Award
contract to Shawnan Corp.
Approved
Approved
Approved
Approved
Hearing set for 4/8
Approved
Adopted
Adopted
Introduced
Introduced; staff to
study further limitatns.
on commercial vending
Referred back to staff
Adopted
Introduced; hrg. set
4/22
Approved
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COUNCIL MINUTES, MARCH 25, 1986
TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTINUED)
SUBJECT
Safety Lighting Zone III Report FY 1986-87 -
Assessment Methodology
ACTION PAGE NO.
Approved 4
Liability Insurance: Concept described in Agenda
memo & direct staff to continue working on ICRMA
insurance program Approved 4
Transit Survey To be brought back next
meeting 4
Memorial to Space Shuttle: Auth, staff to Cont.
working w/Rockwell International in development
of final proposal f/const, of Memorial; approve
location; & develop budget to be submitted to
Council f/approval Approved
1986 Downey Christmas Parade: Accept Downey
Chamber of Commerce offer to undertake primary
responsibility to organize
Res. #4718, Apprvg. Final Subdiv. Map of Tract
Map #44079 (11102-11108 Woodruff Av.)
Declare all of Civic Center grounds as park &
auth. City Attorney to bring back resolution
Cn. Boggs re status of hearing for street lights
on Elm Vista
Cn. Boggs re future trip & looking at European
transportation & trash -to -energy plan in Paris
Authorize City Clerk salary comparison
Approved
Adopted
Approved
To be on next Agenda
Approved
State Constitution Amendment No. 9 - release of
convicted murderers back into community: Auth.
staff to prepare letter f/Mayor's signature to
place Amendment on Nov. ballot Approved
Mayor Davila cited citizen complaints re raise
in sidewalk on 12300 block of Brock Av. & on
Paramount Bl. by Warren High School bet. Brook -
mill & Cleta
Cn. Cormack noted staff looking into gardener's
use of dust blowers
Meeting adjourned to 6:45 p.m., April 8, 1986
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MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
MARCH 25, 1986
The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 7:38 p.m.,
March 25, 1986, 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
William A. Ralph, Director of Public Works
Lee Powell, Director of Administrative Services v
Ronald Irwin, Fire Chief
dames R. darreii , Pipeetep of �^ "*1�r.���i
Captain Pete Stone, Police Department
Harald J. Henriksen, City Engineer
Ronald Yoshiki, City Planner
William Makshanoff, Building Official
Scot Yotsuya, Assistant to the City Manager
Alta Duke, Social Services Division Manager
Robert L. Shand, City Clerk -Treasurer
Judy McDonnell, Executive Secretary
INVOCAATION AND FLAG SALUTE
The Invocation was delivered by Reverend John Bratun, Downey Four Square
Church. The Flag Salute was led by Robert Shand, City Clerk.
PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Davila presented to Mr. Dirk Bohl of the American Cancer Society, a
Proclamation on Cancer Awareness Week.
Mayor Davila presented to Mr. Bob Weber a Proclamation declaring Tuesday,
March 25th, as Bob Weber Day.
Mayor Davila accepted a Photograph of the 1986 Downey Rose Float Entry from
Mr. Fred Soldwedel, President of the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association,
and Mr. Jeff Smith, liaison. Also present were Cele Kimberly and Brownie Brown
of the Downey Rose Float Association.
HEARINGS
Mayor Davila opened the hearing on Vacation No. 149, Vacation of Second
Street and New Street, which was continued from the regular meeting of March 11,
1986.
Commenting on the staff recommendation to table, Councilman Cormack said he
has spoken to Mr. Cardono, who indicates he should have everything ready for
approval by the next meeting.
It was moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded by Councilwoman Boggs, and so
ordered to continue the hearing to 7:30 p.m., April 8, 1986, in the Council
Chamber of the Downey City Hall.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - Items not on Agenda
Councilman Santangelo commented on the Ordinance limiting number of commer-
cial refuse hauling companies in the City and mentioned Tiger Systems bid on a
rubbish contract at Rockwell International, won the bid, but does not have a
permit.
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It was moved by Councilman Santangelo, seconded by Councilman Barb, and
passed by the following vote to allow the Director of Public Works to issue a
permit to Tiger Systems for the purpose of commercial rubbish collecting in the
City based upon the findings set forth in the Ordinance.
Mr. Ralph responded to questions regarding the original purpose of the
Ordinance and said he has no knowledge of the company making the request.
Councilman Cormack noted the trash -to -energy project that will be commenc-
ing in the City of Commerce and $1 million in revenue the County Sanitation
District will receive. Downey should still continue to look at the possibility
of such a project.
Councilwoman Boggs is concerned about limiting competition in the City.
AYES: 5 Council Members
CONSENT CALENDAR
Santangelo, Boggs, Cormack, Barb, Davila
It was moved by Councilman Barb, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and passed
by the following vote to approve the Consent Calendar:
Minutes: Adjourned Regular Meeting, March 11, 1986; and Regular Meeting,
March 11, 1986.
Legal Claims for Rejection: Ref. #787, Michael and Sylvia O'Neal.
Downey Improvement Project Nos. 720 and 721, Elm Vista Drive east of
Bellflower Boulevard, North and South Side of Elm Vista Drive: Authorize
initiation of Chapter 27 Proceedings; approve appropriation of funds in
the amount of $1,500 from Fund 40; and authorize the Department of Public
Works to proceed with the completion of sidewalks.
Cash Contract No. SS-403, Orange Street - Paramount Boulevard/Gneiss
Avenue: Plans, specifications and grant authority to advertise for bids.
Cash Contract No. SS-387, Firestone Boulevard - Median Island Landscaping:
Plans, specifications and grant authority to advertise for bids.
Cash Contract No. 538, Tree Trimming - Various Locations: Grant authority
to advertise for bids.
General Warrants: #13228 - 13598, $1,180,679.15.
Amendment to Downey Municipal Code regarding Service Station Amortization
Schedule: Set hearing for 7:30 p.m., April 8, 1986, in the Council Chamber
of Downey City Hall.
Revised Joint Powers Agreement between the Cities of Downey and Santa Fe
Springs: Authorize Mayor to sign updated agreement.
RESOLUTION NO. 4716
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE FINAL SUBDIVISION MAP OF TRACT MAP NO.43679
APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH THE SUBDIVIDER AND ACCEPTANCE
OF AN ASSIGNMENT OF A MONEY MARKET ACCOUNT IN LIEU OF SURETY
BONDS (NORTHEAST CORNER OF DOLAN AVENUE AND IOWA STREET)
RESOLUTION NO. 4717
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
REQUESTING AN ALLOCATION OF COUNTY AID TO CITIES FUNDS
FOR THE MAINTENANCE OF SELECT SYSTEM STREETS
AYES: 5 Council Members: Santangelo, Boggs, Cormack, Barb, Davila
ORDINANCES
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY,
CALIFORNIA, RELATING TO THE REGULATION OF THE PARKING OF
VEHICLES NEAR INTERSECTIONS
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The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman
Santangelo, seconded by Councilman Barb, and passed by the following vote to
waive further reading and to introduce.
When asked about the reason for the Ordinance, Mr. Ralph explained there
have been several problems with high vehicles parking near intersections, which
proved to be a safety problem.
AYES: 5 Council Members: Santangelo, Boggs, Cormack, Barb, Davila
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY,
RELATING TO THE REGULATION OF VENDORS ON PUBLIC STREETS
The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman
Santangelo, seconded by Councilman Barb, and passed by the following vote to
waive further reading and to introduce.
Councilwoman Boggs would like the Ordinance to be as strict as possible.
Councilman Barb indicated public streets are not made for commercial
selling purposes, and it should not be allowed.
Mayor Davila questioned whether catering businesses would be exempted.
Mr. Newton stated he has researched provisions of the Ordinance and finds
the), are consistent with the Vehicle Code. He suggested the Council consider
proceeding with the Ordinance to achieve the safety factors available and refer
to staff for consideration and study further limitations that might be imposed
on public streets on all types of commercial vending.
So directed by the Mayor.
AYES: 5 Council Members: Santangelo, Boggs, Cormack, Barb, Davila
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
AMENDING SECTION 3185(b) OF THE DOWNEY MUNCIPAL CODE,
WHICH SAID SECTION RELATES TO TRUCK PARKING REGULATIONS
Councilman Barb said the Ordinance would allow certain vehicles used by the
construction industry to park on residential streets. The current Ordinance is
excellent and should be enforced. He favored lowering the weight limit.
Mr. Ralph noted the problem in ticketing vehicles that are locked.
Captain Stone said the gross vehicle weight (GVW) is not listed on regis-
tration, and commented on the problem on enforcement unless the GVW can be
obtioned from information in the cab of the vehicle. The Police Department
would like something definitive that would be easy to enforce and be easy for
citizens to understand. This Ordinance is a step in the right direction.
Councilman Barb is interested in getting the obviously commercial vehicles
out of residential neighborhoods and feels 5,000 pounds would be a fair weight
limit.
Councilwoman Boggs told of her experience in obtaining a business license
to operate a roofing company in a residential area and being informed that no
materials were to be stored on the property and that the vehicle owned by the
business was to be parked out of sight back in the legal setback behind gates.
This, she said, would be another way of accomplishing aesthetics by requiring
vehicles to be parked off the street and behind gates.
Councilman Santangelo noted a prior complaint about a plumbing business
with employees operating out of a residence and he asked about the status of
this matter.
Mr. Yoshiki replied if a business was licensed as a home occupation it
would be incidental to the residence; no employees should be appearing or
dispatched at the residence; and no materials can be stored on the property.
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Referred back to staff.
ORDINANCE NO. 816
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
AMENDING SECTION 9136.28 OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE
WHICH RELATE TO SATELLITE DISH ANTENNAS (CHAPTER 1,
ARTICLE IX)
The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman
Santangelo, seconded by Councilman Barb, and passed by the following vote to
waive further reading and to adopt.
It was noted that on Page 2, Section (10), the last word on the seventh
line should read "residentially" instead of "individually."
Mr. Newton said it is a clerical error and does not change the substance of
the Ordinance.,
AYES: 5 Council Members: Santangelo, Boggs, Cormack, Barb, Davila
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY,
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AMENDING
ARTICLE VIII, CHAPTERS 2 & 5, OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE
(BUILDING REGULATIONS)
The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Councilman
Santangelo, seconded by Councilman Barb, and passed by unanimous vote to waive
further reading, to introduce, and to set the hearing for 7:30 p.m., April 22,
1986, in the Council Chamber of Downey City Hall.
RESOLUTIONS: None
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
It was moved by Councilman Barb, seconded by Councilman Santangelo, and
passed by unanimous vote to award a unit price contract totaling $352,810 to _
Shawnan Corporation on Cash Contract No. SS-398, Citywide Street Resurfacing.
It was moved by Councilman Barb, seconded by Councilman Santangelo, and
passed by unanimous vote to approve the Safety Lighting Zone III Report for
Fiscal Year 1986-87 - Assessment Methodology.
Liability Insurance
Councilman Santangelo asked about delaying action on this matter until
after the June primary since deep pocket legislation will be on the ballot and
its approvalcould change the liability insurance picture in the State.
Mr. Powell explained the City has received cancellation notices that its
policies will not be renewed. He has been informed by insurance people that the
referendum will help but will not change an insurance company's ability to
provide liability insurance to cities. Cities will still be considered an
unfavorable risk, and staff recommends moving forward with this program.
It was moved by Councilman Barb, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and passed
by unanimous vote to approve the concept described in the Agenda memo and direct
staff to continue to work on the ICRMA insurance program.
Transit Survey
Mrs. Duke explained as directed by Council two surveys were conducted to
determine the transportation needs of the community, and the results have been
submitted to Council. One consisted of a random survey throughout the City,
wherein 2739 surveys were mailed with 894 responses, representing 32.64 percent.
The second was a survey of 228 users of the current service. All responses have
been included by district and reviewed by the the Recreation & Community
Services Commission, who concurs with the recommendation.
Councilwoman Boggs favors proceeding with the purchase of two new vehicles
to expand the program. She pointed out there are 56.12 percent of the people in
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District One using the current service, whereas there is only 7.76 percent in
District Two, 4.47 percent in District Three, and 4.43 percent in District Four,
and the Council may want to take another look at purchasing more than the two
vehicles staff recommends.
Councilman Barb said a majority of the people responded "no" to the ques-
tion of whether they would use a City-wide transit service, and he does not feel
there should be anymore money spent than is being spent at the present time. He
often sees buses operating empty, and the bus service should be limited to the
current operation in meeting needs of the senior citizens and handicapped.
It was moved by Councilwoman Boggs and seconded by Councilman Cormack to
purchase the two vehicles as recommended by staff at this time.
Councilwoman Boggs pointed out the problems in her District are not being
addressed fairly, and a portion of the community is being neglected that cannot
drive anymore. Also, the funds are available.
Mrs. Duke responded to questions regarding the Dial -A -Ride program.
Mr. Roger Lawrence, 9627 Cheddar, commended staff on the survey and said
the City has no long-range or short-range plan for spending Proposition A Funds
that belong to citizens of Downey for transit needs. He feels it is a dis-
service to not establish a plan for accomplishing the intent of the funds.
Mrs. Duke commented that the purchase of two new vehicles would accommodate
the people whose needs are not being met.
Joyce Lawrence, 9627 Cheddar, questioned whether Prop A Funds are slated
only for use by senior citizens and handicapped and expressed her desire for a
bus system that would provide service for the entire community.
Councilman Cormack asked about the possibility of expanding the personnel
to keep the vehicles busy.
Mrs. Duke replied it is recommended to increase the hours by 20 per week.
During discussion Councilman Cormack questioned whether 20 additional hours
would be adequate to operate the two new buses.
Mrs. Duke commented on the staff hours operating the transit system. It is
intended to run maximum with the number of people and hours, and she suggested
bringing back at the next meeting a schedule to show how many hours the vehicles
will be operating.
Councilwoman Boggs requested this matter be continued to the next meeting.
The motion and second were withdrawn.
It was moved by Councilman Santangelo, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and
passed by unanimous vote to authorize staff to continue working with Rockwell
International in develoment of a final proposal for construction of a Memorial
to the Space Shuttle; approve the location as proposed for site of the Memorial
(grassed area at the southwest corner of the Police Department building); and
develop a budget for the project to be submitted to City Council for approval.
It was moved by Councilman Barb, seconded by Councilwoman Boggs, and passed
by the following vote to accept the Downey Chamber of Commerce offer to under-
take primary responsibility for organizing the 1986 Downey Christmas Parade.
Ms. Pat Gomez, 8254 Alameda, Vice -President of the Downey Chamber of
Commerce and Chairperson for the Downey Christmas Parade, thanked the Council
for its approval. She said there are 14 other organizations that are backing
and supporting the parade, one of which is the Downey Jaycees.
AYES: 5 Council Members: Santangelo, Boggs, Cormack, Barb, Davila
OTHER BUSINESS - Staff Members
Mr. Ralph commented on request of a developer for approval of Tract Map No.
44079, 11102-11108 Woodruff Avenue, which was approved by the Planning Commis-
sion at its last meeting. The developer cannot sell the property until all the
necessary approvals are obtained and has deposited funds for in -lieu park fees
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in compliance with City Code and provided sufficient assurance the off -site
improvements will be completed.
Councilman Barb stated that although he has no financial interest, his
residence is near the property and he will abstain from discussion and the vote.
Councilwoman Boggs questioned authorizing a subdivision that has not
appeared on the published agenda.
It was noted that no one spoke to this issue when it was on the Planning
Commission agenda, and through minute action the Commission recommended Council
acceptance.
Councilman Santangelo cited the location of his property on Firestone to
the south and easterly of the subject property and asked the City Attorney for a
recommendation for his ability to vote on this matter.
Mr. Newton replied that based on the facts provided he does not see any
basis for disqualification.
RESOLUTION NO. 4718
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE FINAL SUBDIVISION MAP OF TRACT MAP NO. 44079
APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH THE SUBDIVIDER AND ACCEPTANCE
OF A LETTER OF CREDIT IN LIEU OF SURETY BONDS (11102-11108
WOODRUFF AVENUE)
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.
Councilwoman Boggs requested in the future that Planning Commission
material also be provided to the Council. She will vote to approve this based
on the fact that there was no opposition when this came before the Commission.
Mayor Davila announced he will abstain on this matter.
AYES: 3 Council Members
ABSTAIN: 2 Council Members
OTNER BUSINESS - City Council
Santangelo, Boggs, Cormack
Barb, Davila
It was moved by Councilwoman Boggs, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and
passed by unanimous vote to declare all of the Civic Center grounds as a park
and authorize the City Attorney to bring back a resolution.
Councilwoman Boggs inquired regarding status for setting a hearing for
street lights on Elm Vista and was told this will be on the Agenda at the next
meeting.
Councilwoman Boggs said she will be taking a trip and looking at European
transportation and the trash -to -energy plant in Paris.
It was moved by Councilman Cormack and so ordered to authorize a City Clerk
salary comparison.
Mayor Davila commented on receipt of proposed State Constitution Amendment
No. 9 regarding release of convicted murderers back into the community, and said
Assembly approval of the measure could appear on the November ballot. The
Department of Corrections has prepared a list of convicted killers that could be
released next year. He requested Council give him authority as the Mayor to
support Amendment No. 9 to be placed on the November ballot so people can vote
on the issue.
Councilwoman Boggs requested a copy of the Amendment.
It was moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded by Councilman Santangelo, and
passed by the following vote to authorize staff to prepare a letter for the
Mayor's signature.
AYES: 4 Council Members
ABSTAIN: 1 Council Member:
Santangelo, Cormack, Barb, Davila
Boggs
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Mayor Davila commented on citizen complaints of a raise in the sidewalk on
the 12300 block of Brock Avenue and on Paramount Boulevard by Warren High School
between Brookmill and Cleta.
Mr. Ralph said the crews will be on the two sites tomorrow.
Councilman Cormack noted staff is looking into gardeners' use of dust
blowers.
ADJOURNMENT: 9:15 p.m.
The meeting was adjourned to 6:45 p.m., April 8, 1986, in the Council
Chamber of Downey City Hall.
Robert L. Shand, City Clerk -Treasurer Bob Davila, Mayor
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