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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-06-11-86-Adjourned Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING JUNE 11, 1986 The City Council of the City of Downey held an adjourned regular meeting at 2:00 p.m., June 11, 1986, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, Mayor Pro Tem James S. Santangelo presiding. PRESENT: Council Members: Bob Davila Mayor (arrived at 4:00 p.m.) James S. Santangelo Mayor Pro Tem Diane P. Boggs Robert G. Cormack (arrived at 2:45 p.m.) Randall R. Barb ALSO PRESENT: Don Davis, City Manager Robert L. Shand, City Clerk -Treasurer James R. Cutts, Director of Community Development Ronald Irwin, Fire Chief James R. Jarrett, Director of Community Services William F. Martin, Police Chief Lee Powell, Director of Administrative Services William F. Ralph, Director of Public Works Lt. Dennis Chelstrom, Police Department Harald J. Henriksen, City Engineer Victoria Jenkins, City Librarian William Makshanoff, Building Official Greg Mayfield, Water Superintendent Edward Velasco, Manager of Housing Lowell Williams, Manager of Finance Ronald Yoshiki, City Planner Scot Yotsuya, Assistant to the City Manager Continuation of Study Session - City of Downey Budget for Fiscal Year 1986-87 Mr. Jarrett reviewed the Community Services Budget beginning with the Downey Theatre, noting that the annual operating budget has decreased each year. Councilwoman Boggs will be proposing at least the same amount for the Rose Float Association that was given last year. It was moved by Councilman Barb, seconded by Councilwoman Boggs, and so ordered to approve the Budget for the Theatre. The Library Budget was reviewed by Mr. Jarrett. He said there are no recommended increases in personnel or hours of operation but there is an overall budget increase of 1.5 percent mainly for building rental and utilities. There is an increase for the purchase of library books. Councilwoman Boggs would like to see what the future needs will be for the next five years regarding recreation activities. Councilman Barb raised questions regarding the budgeted amount for video cassettes and printing calculators. Mayor Pro Tem Santangelo will be looking for budget cuts where possible in order to provide funds for tree trimming, etc. in the Public Works budget and asked that Budget Item 170 be added to the list for discussion at the end of the study sessions. Ms. Lynne Fisher, 10226 Hopeland Avenue, President of Friends of the Downey City Library, discussed the expanded services provided at the Library even though there are less personnel due to attrition. A technical services librarian is needed for cataloging books. To be placed on the list. Mr. Jarrett mentioned the Literacy Grant is still funded by the State and has one and one-half years to run. No changes are recommended for the current year. Council Minutes 6/11/86 (Spec.) -1- 803s Mrs. Jenkins responded to questions regarding the Literacy Program. Next year studies will be conducted on techniques for evaluating the participants. Councilman Barb feels steps should be taken to determine how funding will be provided for the Literacy Program and other programs when grant funds are no longer available. Councilman Cormack arrived at the meeting at 2:45 p.m. It was moved by Councilwoman Boggs, seconded by Councilman Barb, and so ordered to accept the proposed Community Services Budget. Mr. Cutts reviewed the Community Development Budget, noting the amount for graffiti removal and the Chamber of Commerce. A request has been received from the Chamber for $40,000, which will be added to the list for later discussion. Mr. Cutts commented on the number of cutback of Senior Building Inspector position in the Building Division and discussed a plan check survey conducted with surrounding cities. Code Enforcement activities have increased. Councilwoman Boggs is in favor of doing whatever is necessary for pro- active Code Enfocement for equal enforcement of the Code and asked that this be placed on the list. Councilman Barb advocated a penalty for code violations to cover the City's costs in seeking correction of the violation. It was moved by Councilman Barb, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and so ordered to approve the Community Development Budget. Chief Martin reviewed the Police Department Budget, noting that increases in administration are transfers from other divisions. He indicated attempts will be made to regain funding from the State for patrol of the I-105 Freeway corridor. Councilwoman Boggs would like to see the cost factor in the Budget for patrol of the Corridor. Discussion was held regarding the amount in the Equipment Fund for replace- ment of vehicles, even though it was noted the vehicles will not be replaced this year. It was moved by Councilman Barb, seconded by Councilwoman Boggs, and so ordered to approve the Police Department Budget. Mayor Pro Tem Santangelo declared a recess from 3:40 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. The meeting resumed with Council Members Santangelo, Boggs, Cormack, Barb present; Mayor Davila absent. Mr. Ralph reviewed the Street Lighting Budget and the various zones. It was moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded by Councilwoman Boggs, and so ordered to approve. Mr. Powell reviewed the Revenue Sharing Budget, which is reserved for items appropriated last year that may not be spent by June 30th and also contains capital projects. Mayor Davila arrived at the meeting at 4:00 p.m. Mr. Ralph explained the only new project recommended for approval as soon as possible is Civic Center signage. Councilman Cormack cited the need for alley repair near Seventh Street. Mr. Ralph anticipates rebuilding all of the alleys in substandard condition next year to alleviate the drainage problems. It was moved by Mayor Davila, seconded by Councilman Barb, and so ordered to approve the Revenue Sharing Budget. Mr. Ralph reviewed the Gas Tax Fund. It was moved by Councilman Barb, seconded by Mayor Davila, and so ordered to approve. Council Minutes 6/11/86 (Spec.) -2- &a Mr. Ralph discussed the Sewer Fund. Mayor Pro Tem Santangelo indicated he will abstain from voting for appro- val of the sewer near Lexington Road. It was moved by Councilman Barb, seconded by Councilwoman Boggs, and so ordered to approve the budget for the three projects listed, with the exception of Lexington Road. It was moved by Councilman Barb, seconded by Mayor Davila, and passed by the following vote to approve the budget for the sewer project adjacent Lexington Road. AYES: 4 Council Members: Boggs, Cormack, Barb, Davila ABSTAIN: 1 Council Member: Santangelo Mr. Ralph requested approval of Civic Center signage contained in the Capital Projects Fund and said the contract will come back to Council for approval. It was moved by Councilman Barb, seconded by Councilwoman Boggs, and so ordered to approve. The remainder of the Capital Projects Budget will be discussed at a later date. State Grant Funds will be discussed with the Capital Projects Budget. Mr. Cutts reviewed the Community Development Block Grant Budget. It was moved by Councilwoman Boggs, seconded by Councilman Barb, and so ordered to approve. The Water Budget was reviewed by Mr. Ralph. It was moved by Councilman Barb, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and so ordered to approve. Mayor Pro Tem Santangelo is concerned about appearance of the City's parking lots and whether there is a reserve for maintenance. Mr. Ralph will report back to Council. The Golf Course Operation and Maintenance Budget was reviewed by Mr. Jarrett and Mr. Ralph. Mr. Jarrett commented on the ability of the Golf Course to make payments toward the loan indebtedness both in principal and interest and noted the proposal for an in -lieu property tax. Mr. Ralph outlined plans to improve the ground cover and landscaping around the Golf Course. It was moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded by Councilwoman Boggs, and so ordered to approve the Golf Course Operation and Maintenance Budget. Mr. Jarrett reviewed the Transit Budget, which includes additional staff to improve the service on weekends and place another vehicle into operation. It was moved by Councilman Barb, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and so ordered to approve. The Redevelopment Budget was reviewed by Mr. Cutts. It was moved by Councilman Barb, seconded by Councilwoman Boggs, and so ordered to approve. Mr. Powell reviewed the Employee Benefits Fund. It was moved by Councilman Councilman Cormack, seconded by Mayor Davila, and so ordered to approve. Mr. Ralph reviewed the Central Garage Budget, noting the only change is an increase in temporary part-time personnel to assist in feeding information into a program on equipment maintenance. It was moved by Mayor Davila, seconded by Councilwoman Boggs, and so ordered to approve. Council Minutes 6/11/86 (Spec.) -3- The Civic Center Maintenance Budget was reviewed by Mr. Ralph. No changes are proposed this year. It was moved by Mayor Davila, seconded by Councilman Barb, and so ordered to approve. The Liability Insurance Fund was reviewed by Mr. Powell. It was moved by Councilwoman Boggs, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and so ordered to approve. Mr. Davis mentioned the Council will need to address the list of items set aside and suggested staff look at these items and work out the costs to be brought back to Council at the next study session. Also the Capital Outlay Budget should be discussed. Councilman Barb referred to his request for a comprehensive computerization program and indicated he would be willing to adopt the budget with the under- standing that purchase of those items be frozen until they are discussed by Council. He also requested staff to provide information on the Gann Initiative and how it will impact the City in the next year. The meeting was adjourned at 5:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., June 18, 1986, in the Council Chamber of Downey City Hall, for continued Budget Study Session. �3 V_ Robert C. Shand, City Clerk -Treasurer Jame S. Santangelo, Mayor Pro Tem Council Minutes 6/11/86 (Spec.) -4-