HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-08-12-86-Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
AUGUST 12, 1986
TABLE OF MINUTE
ACTIONS
SUBJECT
ACTION
PAGE NO.
Eleanor Lindenfeld re need for trash containers
at park & ride lot on Lakewood at Santa Ana Fwy.
& transit rail stations along I-105 Freeway
1
Removal of Items from Consent Calendar
1
Minutes: Adj. Reg. Mtg., July 22, 1986
Approved
1
CC #531, Water Mains - Century Fwy. Corridor,
Woodruff Av. & Dunrobin Av. Bridges: Accept
imprvmts. & extra work
Approved
1
General Warrants: #16803 - 17426
Approved
2
Report on Pedestrian/Bicycle Safety, vicinity of
Bluff Rd. & Suva St.
Received & filed
2
Zone Change #230, 9136-9158 Firestone Bl.
Hearing set 8/26
2
Policy of Procedure for Recognition of Outgoing
Commission, Committee & Bd. Members
Approved
2
Downey Citizens Charter Review Comm.: Apptmt.
of Jerry Silbey, Dist. 2
Approved
2
Res. #4787, Apprvg. Reapptmt. of Joseph DiLoreto
to Personnel Adv. Bd., Dist. 4
Adopted
2
Res. #4788, Apprvg. Reapptmt. of Robert Brazelton
to Planning Comm., Dist. 4
Adopted
2
Res. #4789, Apprvg. Apptmt. of Richard Henderson
to Golf Course Auth., Dist. 2
Adopted
2
Res. #4790, Apprvg. Reapptmt. of Joe Davis to
Water Adv. Bd., Dist. 4
Adopted
2
Res. #4791, Apprvg. Apptmt. of Carmen Sarabia
Vinyard to Library Adv. Bd., Dist. 2
Adopted
2
Res. #4792, Apprvg. Apptmt. of J. Art Johnson to
Recreation & Community Svcs. Comm., Dist. 2
Adopted
2
Res. #4793, Apprvg. Reapptmt. of Marilyn Evans to
Library Adv. Bd., Dist. 4
Adopted
2
Res, #4794, Apprvg. Reapptmt. of Harry Taormina
to Parking Place Comm., Dist. 4
Adopted
2
Res. #4795, Est. Benefits Payable to Employee
Class of Executive Mgmt., Middle Mgmt. &
Confidential/Exempt
Adopted
3
Res. #4796, Exempting L.A. County -Downey Reg.
Public Recreation Area Comm. from Adopting &
Maintaining Conflict of Int. & Disclosure Code
Adopted
3
Res. #4797, Rescinding Res. #4682 & Updating Fees
& Service Charges for copies of City documents &
certain Police Services
Adopted
3
Res. #4798, Decl. Absolute Stand against
Pornography
Adopted
3
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COUNCIL MINUTES, AUGUST 12, 1986
TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTINUED)
SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO.
Cn. Barb presented Certificates of Appointment 3
Cn. Paul presented Certificates of Appointment 3
Ord. #833, re Satellite Dish Antennas Adopted 3
Attorney Fees Payment; Correspondence from Luis
Sanchez & Dorothy Hall re Pending Litigation Discussion 3
Water Utility Capital Improvements: Commit to
moving forward on the water system proj. &
select engrg, firm of James M. Montgomery to
provide engineering services Approved 4
Minutes: Adj. Reg. Mtg., June 19, 1986 Approved w/addition 4
Minutes: Reg. Mtg., July 22, 1986 Approved as corrected 4
Proposed Banner Poles - Firestone E/o Brookshire:
Auth, staff to proceed w/final design & acquis.
of easements & fund transfer Approved 4
Disposition & Development Agmt. w/Angelo Cardono To be placed on next
Agenda 5
Declare Sept. 17-23, 1987, as Constitution Week &
begin working on program w/citizens & community
organizations Approved 5
Appoint Blue Ribbon Comm. of citizens interested Approved; Council to
in having a local newspaper make apptmts. next mtg. 5
Take action to discontinue Plot Planning for Approved; Planning Comm.
Substandard Developments in some portions of City to prepare report 5
Cn. Cormack
re concern over growing problems
Cn. Barb
willing to
w/narcotics
& called for coordination of organi-
volunteer
time to establ.
zations in
City to work toward problem
City fund
f/donations 5
Mayor Pro Tem Boggs re petition from residents on
Orange St. Referred to staff
Mayor Pro Tem Boggs called for placing cap on
campaign spending for City Council elections
Mayor Pro Tem Boggs req. extending permits for
garage sales to more than one per year
Mayor Pro Tem Boggs re change in sidewalk policy
Mayor Pro Tem Boggs req, field trip to visit
Refuse to Energy Plant in Commerce
Motion to let employees know the Council will do
everything legally possible to see that all their
benefits are protected should Prop 61 - Gann
Initiative pass in November Approved
Cn. Cormack willing to escort Council thru
Refuse to Energy Program
Mayor Pro Tem Boggs re problem w/Political Signs
City Clerk to prepare carry-over list of items
requested by Council
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
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COUNCIL MINUTES, AUGUST 12, 1986
TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTINUED)
SUBJECT
Cn. Paul re proposed changes to Ordinance on
Street Vendors
Cn. Paul re District Attorney attack on Council's
closed meetings
Cn. Paul re Campaign Spending
Cn. Paul re sidewalks on Paramount in front of
Country Butcher
Cn. Barb re need for soundwall on Santa Ana
Fwy. at Dollison Dr.
Mayor Santangelo req. possibility of air
conditioning at Downey Museum of Art facility &
publicity in Downey Communicator
Mayor Santangelo re suggestion box in lobby
labeled "Talk to your Councilman"
Mayor Santangelo re entry in Congressional
Record of Downey's fund raising efforts for
Space Shuttle Memorial
Mayor Santangelo's attendance at dedication of
new street in Ensenada "Collema de Downey"
Meeting adjourned to 6:30 p.m., August 26, 1986
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ACTION PAGE NO.
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Referred to staff 6
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Referred to staff 7
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MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
AUGUST 12, 1986
The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 8:10 p.m.,
August 12, 1986, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, Mayor James S.
Santangelo presiding.
PRESENT: Council Members:
James S. Santangelo Mayor
Diane P. Boggs Mayor Pro Tem
Robert G. Cormack
Randall R. Barb
Roy L. Paul
ALSO PRESENT: William A. Ralph, Acting City Manager
Richard C. Terzian, Acting City Attorney
Robert L. Shand, City Clerk -Treasurer
Ronald Irwin, Fire Chief
James R. Jarrett, Director of Community Services
Lee Powell, Director of Administrative Services
Harald J. Henriksen, City Engineer
William Makshanoff, Building Official
Pete Stone, Police Captain
Greg Shafer, Principal Planner
Ronald Yoshiki, City Planner
Scot Yotsuya, Assistant to the City Manager
Judy McDonnell, Executive Secretary
INVOCATION AND FLAG SALUTE
The Invocation was delivered by Father Kevin Taylor, St. Mark's Episcopal
Church. The Flag Salute was led by Eleanor Lindenfeld.
PRESENTATIONS: None
HEARINGS• None
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - Items not on Agenda
Eleanor Lindenfeld, 8846 Manzanar, member of the Downey League of Women
Voters, expressed her views regarding the need for trash containers at the park
and ride facility on Lakewood at the Santa Ana Freeway; and restrooms at the
transit rail stations along the I-105 Freeway.
Mayor Santangelo asked Mr. Ralph to check into the matter of trash cans for
the park and ride lot.
Councilman Cormack said the restrooms should be included at the facilities
unless they are on the buses.
Mayor Pro Tem Boggs asked that this be checked into to see if anything can
be done.
Mr. Ralph mentioned a presentation will be made to the City Council in the
very near future and questions can be asked at that time.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Agenda Items VIII-B-1 and VIII-B-2, correspondence regarding pending
litigation, were removed at the request of Dorothy Hall, 9200 Smallwood Avenue.
Agenda Items VIII-A-1, Minutes, Special Called Meeting, July 19, 1986,
VIII-A-2, Minutes of Regular Meeting, July 22, 1986; and VIII-F-3, Report on
proposed banner poles at Firestone and Brookshire; were removed at. the request
of Mayor Pro Tem Boggs.
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, July 22, 1986.
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Cash Contract No. 531, Water Mains - Century Freeway Corridor, Woodruff
Avenue and Dunrobin Avenue Bridges: Accept improvements completed; approve
extra work in the amount of $1,276.65; and accept responsibility for
maintenance.
General Warrants: #16803 - 17426 — $904,417.06.
Report on Pedestrian/Bicycle Safety, vicinity of Bluff Road and Suva
Street.
Zone Change Case No. 230, 9136-9158 Firestone Boulevard: Set hearing for
7:30 p.m., August 26, 1986, in the Council Chamber of Downey City Hall.
Procedure for Recognition of Outgoing Commission, Committee and Board
Members: Adopt policy.
Downey Citizens Charter Review Committee: Appointment of Jerry Silby,
Council District Two.
RESOLUTION NO. 4787
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE REAPPOINTMENT OF JOSEPH E. DI LORETO AS A
MEMBER OF THE PERSONNEL ADVISORY BOARD FOR COUNCILMANIC
DISTRICT NO. FOUR
RESOLUTION NO. 4788
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE REAPPOINTMENT OF ROBERT BRAZELTON AS A
MEMBER OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION FOR COUNCILMANIC
DISTRICT NO. FOUR
RESOLUTION NO. 4789
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF RICHARD C. HENDERSON AS A
MEMBER OF THE GOLF COURSE AUTHORITY FOR COUNCILMANIC
DISTRICT NO. TWO
RESOLUTION NO. 4790
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE REAPPOINTMENT OF JOE DAVIS AS A MEMBER OF
THE WATER ADVISORY BOARD FOR COUNCILMANIC DISTRICT NO. FOUR
RESOLUTION NO. 4791
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF CARMEN SARABIA VINYARD AS A
MEMBER OF THE LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD FOR COUNCILMANIC
DISTRICT NO. TWO
RESOLUTION NO. 4792
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF J. ART JOHNSON AS A MEMBER
OF THE RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION FOR
COUNCILMANIC DISTRICT NO. TWO
RESOLUTION NO. 4793
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE REAPPOINTMENT OF MARILYN EVANS AS A MEMBER OF
THE LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD FOR COUNCILMANIC DISTRICT NO. FOUR
RESOLUTION NO. 4794
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE REAPPOINTMENT OF HARRY TAORMINA AS A
MEMBER OF THE PARKING PLACE COMMISSION FOR COUNCILMANIC
DISTRICT NO. FOUR
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RESOLUTION NO. 4795
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
ESTABLISHING THE BENEFITS PAYABLE TO EMPLOYEES IN CLASSI-
FICATIONS DESIGNATED AS EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT, MIDDLE
MANAGEMENT AND CONFIDENTIAL/EXEMPT
RESOLUTION NO. 4796
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
EXEMPTING THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY-DOWNEY REGIONAL PUBLIC
RECREATION AREA COMMISSION FROM ADOPTING AND MAINTAINING
A CONFLICT OF INTEREST AND DISCLOSURE CODE
RESOLUTION NO. 4797
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 4682, AND UPDATING FEES AND
SERVICE CHARGES FOR COPIES OF CITY DOCUMENTS AND
CERTAIN POLICE SERVICES
RESOLUTION NO. 4798
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
DECLARING AN ABSOLUTE STAND AGAINST PORNOGRAPHY
AYES: 5 Council Members: Boggs, Cormack, Barb, Paul, Santangelo
Councilman Barb presented Certificates of Appointment to Joe Davis, Water
Advisory Board; and Marilyn Evans, Library Advisory Board.
Councilman Paul presented Certificates of Appointment to Carmen Sarabia
Vinyard, Library Advisory Board; Richard Henderson, Golf Course Authority; and
Jerry Silbey, Downey Citizens Charter Review Committee.
ORDINANCES
ORDINANCE NO. 833
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
AMENDING SECTION 9136.28 (f) 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 Mayor Pro Tem Boggs,
seconded by Councilman Barb, and passed by unanimous vote to waive further read-
ing and to adopt.
RESOLUTIONS: None
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
Attorney Fees Payment; Correspondence from Luis R. Sanchez and Dorothy G.
Hall regarding Pending Litigation
Mayor Santangelo turned over the chair to Mayor Pro Tem Boggs.
Dorothy Hall, 9200 Smallwood Avenue, expressed her feelings that the
taxpayers should not have to pay legal fees for Mayor Santangelo when he has
assertedly violated the law and the City has not.
Mr. Steven Findley, 7857 Baysinger Street, said Mayor Santangelo was acting
on behalf of the City and it was not his place to determined whether the issue
was controversial and he should vote or not vote. He is opposed to the City not
standing behind its elected officials and representatives.
Mr. William Hall, 9200 Smallwood Avenue, expressed his understanding that
Mayor Santangelo voted as a member of a public body on an item of business
having to do with his financial welfare. He feels the people should have a
chance to vote on this issue.
Mr. Jim Derry, 7845 Fourth Street, said Mayor Santangelo acted in good
faith and in the end will be vindicated. It is his understanding the City
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Attorney approved that Mayor Santangelo could vote on the issue, and it is
appropriate the City assume the legal fees.
Mr. Bob Verderber, 12828 Verdura, mentioned he served on the PAC Committee
with Mayor Santangelo before he became Councilman, and he knows him to be a man
of honesty and integrity. The City has to defend itself and Mayor Santangelo.
Mrs. Terry Lambros, 9715 Brookshire Avenue, said Mayor Santangelo's vote
was based on the advice of the City Attorney and she questioned whether it is
fair to elect a man to office, provide him with legal counsel, and then expect
him to bear the financial burdens inflicted on him for following the advice of
legal counsel.
Mr. Lennie Whittington, 8542 Manatee, referred to a newspaper article which
stated the Council at the last meeting met in closed session and then came out
and announced no decision was made when, in fact, the paper stated a decision
had been made. He feels the Council should handle matters in the open and not
behind closed doors.
Mr. Wallis Hunt, 10933 Cord Avenue, said the citizens elect Council Members
to represent them and run the City, and they should support the Council in its
actions.
Mayor Pro Tem Boggs stated that in accordance with longstanding policy of
paying Tegal expenses of members of the City Council for litigation arising from
their actions in office, the City Council has determined in the case of Mayor
Santangelo to pay such expenses. The Council cannot discuss the details in
public because such discussion might jeopardize the City's position in the
Santangelo matter and other litigation.
Mayor Santangelo resumed as chairman of the meeting.
Water Utility Capital Improvements
Mr. Ralph explained a number of improvements need to be made in the water
system in an effort to bring the original Downey -County water system and the two
major systems previously purchased into one well -operated network. He also
noted the best approach to financing the project would be through revenue bonds,
and staff would like to explore the feasibility of obtaining the triangle area
east of the San Gabriel River in an effort to serve all the City, which would
also require staff to commence with engineering work, preparing estimates, and
looking more in-depth at the cost of what needs to be done. Staff will report
back to Council at various stages of the process.
Councilman Cormack expressed concern about a rate increase for the Downey -
County Water District acquired at no cost to the City to defray the cost to
purchase or improve other water systems. He feels there should be some
consideration made for the customers of that water district.
Mr. Ralph indicated future reports will attempt to address this issue.,
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Boggs, seconded by Councilman Cormack, and
passed by unanimous vote to commit to moving forward on the water system pro-
ject, and select the proposal from the engineering firm of James M. Montgomery
to provide engineering services for this project.
ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR
It was moved by Councilman Barb, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Boggs, and
passed by unanimous vote to approve the Minutes, Adjourned Regular Meeting of
June 19, 1986, with the following addition: In Paragraph one, under Code
Enforcement Program, sixth line, that "certain office equipment" should read
"word processors."
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Boggs, seconded by Councilman Barb, and
passed by unanimous vote to approve the Minutes, Regular Meeting of July 22,
1986, with a correction on Page 8, third paragraph, regarding the Pornography
Issue, the words "Police Report" should read "Meese Report."
Proposed Banner Poles - Firestone Boulevard east of Brookshire Avenue
Mayor Pro Tem Boggs is concerned about the $20,000-$25,000 estimated cost
for preparing plans and for construction of the banner poles.
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Mr. Ralph explained this is an estimate of what staff feels the cost will
be. If approved, plans will be prepared, bids obtained, and it will come back
to Council for award of the actual contract cost.
It was moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Boggs, and
passed by the following vote to authorize staff to proceed with final design and
acquisition of easements and approve the transfer of $3,500 from the unappro-
priated fund balance of Capital Project funds (Fund 40) to Account No. 40-13018.
Councilman Cormack said the banner would be placed over Firestone at
Brookshire, and it is time the City did something of this nature to let people
know what is taking place in Downey.
AYES: 3 Council Members: Cormack, Barb, Santangelo
NOES: 2 Council Members: Boggs, Paul
OTHER BUSINESS - Staff Members: None
OTHER BUSINESS - City Council
Councilman Cormack indicated the Disposition and Development Agreement with
Angelo Cardono says the City is to do certain offsite improvements, which it is
now backing away from. He said Mr. Cardono has paid certain invoices, which he
would like staff to look into.
It was moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded,by Councilman Barb, and passed
by unanimous vote to place this matter on the next Agenda. Councilman Cormack
will provide the information for the meeting.
It was moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Boggs, and
passed by unanimous vote that the City of Downey declare September 17-23, 1987,
as Constitution Week and to begin working on a program with the DAR, high
schools, veterans organizations, and other citizens and organizations in the
community.
Councilman Cormack would like the Council to appoint a blue ribbon
committee of citizens interested in having a local newspaper and to immediately
go to work on surveying the business people for their interest and support and
some of the nearby newspapers that may be interested. He will either make an
appointment or serve on the committee.
Mayor Santangelo mentioned the Downey Chamber of Commerce did a survey and
came back with over 400 positive comments about the City's need for a local
newspaper. He recommended asking the Chamber of Commerce to provide input to
the committee.
It was moved by Councilman Cormack, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Boggs, and
passed by unanimous vote that the Council come forward at the next regular
meeting with two nominees.
Mayor Santangelo requested the City Manager to circulate a reminder to the
Council.
It was moved by Councilman Cormack to take action to discontinue plot
planning for substandard developments in some portions of the City. He was
asked if the motion would include a staff report so that the Council could have
a better understanding of this matter, and he replied yes.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Barb and passed by the following
vote.
Mr. Ralph feels it would be appropriate to have the matter discussed by the
Planning Commission for preparing a report back to Council.
AYES: 5 Council Members: Boggs, Cormack, Barb, Paul, Santangelo
Councilman Cormack cited concern over growing problems with narcotics and
called for a coordinated effort of organizations in the city to work toward this
problem.
Mayor Santangelo asked that this matter be coordinated with the Southeast
Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse.
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Councilman Barb said during budget sessions the Council authorized the
Police Department to begin the DARE program in the schools, and he requested the
Council to allow him to be liaison and coordinate this between the Council and
the community. He would also be willing to volunteer time to establish a City
fund where people can donate to the program and the DARE project, as well as
work on keeping the Council advised on this matter and what is going on in the
community.
So ordered by the Mayor.
Mayor Pro Tem Boggs commented on receipt of a petition from residents on
Orange Street, and she asked staff to take whatever action is necessary to
correct the problem as soon as possible.
Mayor Pro Tem Boggs called for placing a cap on campaign spending for City
Council elections.
Mayor Pro Tem Boggs mentioned she has requested a report on extending
permits for garage sales to more than one per year.
Mayor Pro Tem Boggs has received numerous complaints about people required
10-15 years ago to. put in sidewalks when doing new construction. She said
people are no longer putting in sidewalks, and she would like to see what the
current si.dewalk plan is and propose a plan to complete partial sidewalks that
are scattered throughout the City; that the main streets be done; and in areas
where there are no sidewalks and people do not want them, that they be left
alone.
Mayor Pro Tem Boggs requested the Council arrange a field trip in the near
future to visit the Refuse to Energy Plant in Commerce.
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Boggs, seconded by Councilman Paul, and
passed by unanimous vote to let the employees know the Council will do every-
thing legally possible to see that all of their benefits are protected should
Proposition 61 - Gann Initiative pass in November.
Councilman Barb questioned what the ramifications of the motion might be,
but noted the initiative could devastate the State in a lot of areas. He would
like to know more about this issue.
Councilman Cormack expressed his willingness to escort the Council through
the Refuse to Energy Program.
Mayor Pro Tem Boggs commented regarding the problem with Political Signs,
and she asked that Councilman Paul be included in discussions with staff to work
on this while there are no pending local elections.
Mayor Santangelo asked the City Clerk to prepare a carry-over list of items
requested by the Council.
Councilman Paul mentioned for the people wondering about proposed changes
to the Ordinance regarding Street Vendors that litigation is still pending and
the City Attorney will be in touch with the attorney representing the partici-
pants and the discussion will continue. He thanked the people who sent in their
correspondence setting forth their views. He also noted there has never been
any thought in his processes to impact upon the Ordinance as it relates to
schools.
Councilman Paul referred to a newspaper article regarding District Attorney
attack on the Council's closed meetings and expressed his views against the
findings of a District Attorney made public without all the facts.
Councilman Paul concurred with the examinatfon of campaign spending.
Councilman Paul said the sidewalks on Paramount Boulevard in front of the
Country Butcher start with cement and then change to asphalt. He asked that
this be examined.
Councilman Barb commented on the need for a soundwall on the Santa Ana
Freeway at Dollison Drive and said Downey's Assemblyman has been working on
putting a bill together to be introduced next session. Also, through work by
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the Traffic Department, Caltrans, and others who have participated with the
residents, everyone agrees the on -ramp at Dollison should be closed and to open
the on -ramp at Florence and Fairford to eastbound traffic.
Mayor Santangelo requested the Council to consider the possibility of
providing air conditioning for the Downey Museum of Art facility. He also hopes
the Museum of Art can get some publicity in the Downey Communicator, along with
other organizations providing a service to the community.
Mayor Santangelo reiterated his previous request for a suggestion box in
the lobby of City Hall entitled "Talk to your Councilman," to give people the
opportunity to address their specific Council person as to their needs or
complaints and ideas. He asked staff to expedite this.
Mayor Santangelo noted an entry in the Congressional Record for Tuesday,
March 15th, by Congressman Glenn Anderson, announcing Downey's fund raising
efforts for the Space Shuttle Memorial.
Mayor Santangelo then reported on his trip as Downey's representative to
the City of Ensenada for dedication of a new street "Collema de Downey". He
noted that one of the highlights was meeting with the Mayor of Ensenada, who
made it clear that Ensenada is strong in its effort to make sure no narcotics
leave the port and come near California borders. Ensenada is also looking
forward to shipping its tuna to points of entry in the United States.
ADJOURNMENT: 9:38 p.m.
The meeting was adjourned to 6:30 p.m., August 26, 1986, in the Council
Chamber of Downey City Hall.
Robert L. Shand, City C er -Treasurer ames antange Mayor
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