HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes-10-13-87-Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
OCTOBER 13, 1987
TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS
SUBJECT ACTION
Recognized wall hanging depicting City Seal
Recitation of "Americans' Creed"
Presentation of Prizes to winners of"Focus on
Freedom" Constitutional Photography Contest
Certificates of Appreciation to Judges & Donors
of Prizes f/"Focus on Freedom" Constitutional
Photography Contest
Bicentennial Window Decoration Contest Award
Winners & Participants
Proclamation in Commemoration of 1st Anniversary
of News Tribune in Downey
Proclamation to Michael Spieler -winner -1st Annual
Downey Toyota Northwest Downey Little League
Scholarship
Proclamation declaring month of October as
Toastmasters Communications Month
Proclamation declaring October 15th as White Cane
Safety Day
Proclamation declaring October 24-31 as Natational
Higher Education Week
Proclamation proclaiming month of October as
Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Proclamation declaring month of October as National
Lupus Month
Proclamation declaring October 25-31 as Red Ribbon
Campaign Week
Proclamation declaring October Escrow Month
Proclamation declaring October 8 as Firefighters
Appreciation Day
Mtg. recessed 8:20 p.m. to Reg. Comm. Dev. Mtg.
and reconvened 8:30 p.m.
Res. #4939, Downey Inmprovement Proj. #718, W/S
Tweedy Lane
Ord. Amending City's Official Zoning Map
(Zone Change Case #239), 7190-7244 Firestone B1.
Zone Variance #525-Appeal, 7676 Firestone B1.
Adopted
Introduced
Upheld; Res. next Mtg
Mtg, recessed at 9:46 p.m. and reconvened at 9:55 p.m.
Joyce Lawerence re founding of Downey community
114 years ago
Soozie Villa advised of Title 24 of State Bldg Code
Removal of Items from Consent Calendar
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COUNCIL MINUTES, OCTOBER 13, 1987
TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (Continued)
SUBJECT
ACTION
PAGE NO.
Minutes: Adj. Reg. Mtg., 9/22/87; Reg. Mtg.,
9/22/87; & Adj. Reg. Mtg., 9/28/87
Approved
5
CC #SS-551, Electrical Upgrade -Apollo
Neighborhood Center (12458 Rives Av.)
Approved
5
CC #549, Tree Trimming -Citywide
Approved
5
General Warrants #33634-33643 & #33736-34369,
$2,568,234.39
Approved
5
Chamber of Commerce Agreement for FY 1987-88
Approved
5
Appropriation Adjustment -Carry -Forward Previous
Yr Encumbrances
Approved
5
Res. #4940, Establishing Appeals Bd to Consider
Appeals as to Access to Public Accommodations by
Physically Handicapped People
Adopted
5
Res. #4942, Declaring.int. to Annex, Ltg.Maint.
Dist. AD 121 & Ord. Engr to Prepare Rpt-
Cherokee Dr, betw Dolan Av & Lakewood B1
Adopted
5
Res. #4943, Apprg. Engr's Rpt f/Ltg. Maint. Dist
AD 121-Cherokee Dr.
Adopted
5
Res. #4944, Decl. int. to Annex Ltg. Maint. Dist.
AD 121. Maintain & Furnish Electrical to St. Ltg.
Fixtures on Streets & Public Places
Adopted; Hrg 11/10
5
Ord. #860, Apprg Forum of Water Improvement Bond
Documents
Adopted
6
Res. #4945, Establishing 3 Water Service Zones f/
Separate Water Rates
Adopted
6
Residential Refuse Rate Adjustments
Approved
6
CC #SS-416, Traffic Improvement/Signalization of
Davis St at Brookshire & Davis St at Downey Av
Approved
7
Extension of the Motel moratorium
Approved
7
Exchange of $400,000 Pro A Funds w/Commerce
Approved
7
Res. #4941, In Support of the Coalition f/Pet
Population Control
Adopted
7
Dir. of Pub. Wks. Ralph clarifed Council dir. re
revised water rates
7
Cn. Cormack will meet with City Mgr re formation of
Disaster Preparedness Committee
7
Cn. Cormack req rpt from City Attorney re State Law
on porno newsracks
7
Cn. Cormack suggested Council be provided with
label pins
8
Cn. Cormack inq status of Shuttle Memorial
8
Cn. Barb asked to Mayor direct Pub Wks Dept to
resubmit consideration of Street Sweeping contract
bids - Citywide for next Agenda
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COUNCIL MINUTES, OCTOBER 13, 1987
TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (Continued)
SUBJECT
Cn. Santangelo req staff rpt on graffiti removal
Cn. Santangelo suggested higher fine for litter
thrown from autos
Cn. Paul suggested graffiti spray can ordinance
Cn. Paul asked City to respond to recent news
article re disability retirement
Mayor Boggs rpt on worthwhile sessions while
attending League of California Cities seminar in
San Francisco
Mtg. Adj. in Memory of James Santangelo, Sr. and
A. H. Brownie Brown; To: 6:30 p.m., October 27,
1987, in the Council Chamber of Downey City Hall
Cn. Santangelo re appreciation of many thoughts
extended during difficult time
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MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL 8334
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
OCTOBER 13, 1987
The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 7:36 p.m.,
October 13, 1987, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, Mayor Diane P.
Boggs presiding.
PRESENT: Council Members:
Diane P. Boggs Mayor
Robert G. Cormack Mayor Pro Tem
Randall R. Barb
Roy L. Paul
James S. Santangelo
ALSO PRESENT: Don Davis, City Manager
Carl K. Newton, City Attorney
Jenny Young, City Clerk -Treasurer
James R. Cutts, Director of Community Development
Ronald Irwin, Fire Chief
James R. Jarrett, Director of Community Services
Pete Stone, Acting Police Chief
Lee Powell, Director of Administrative Services
William A. Ralph, Director of Public Works
Charles Baptista, Motor Officer
Mark Huebsch, Community Development Counsel
Victoria Jenkins, City Librarian
William Makshanoff, Building Official
Ed Velasco, Manager of Housing
Ronald Yoshiki, City Planner
Scot Yotsuya, Assistant to the City Manager
Joyce Baker, Executive Secretary
PRESENTATIONS
Assistant to the City Manager Yotsuya recognized the wall hanging depicting
the City Seal that was hung on the west wall of the interior of the City Hall.
Artist Niles Palmer did the artwork for the Second Century Foundation and the
City Council. Mayor Boggs acknowledged appreciation to Ms. Lillian Ashton and
Mr. Stan Senate for suggesting designs before the City Seal design was
selected. She also thanked Ms. Lois Buchanan and the Second Century Foundation
who sponsored the Design '86 when the City was deciding what to hang on the
wall.
Mrs. Connie Sziebl of the Second Century Foundation asked Mayor Boggs and
the following representatives from Downey schools to participate in the
Recitation of 'Americans' Creed':
West Middle School - Charles Gugliuzza; Thuy Nguyen
East Middle School - Jeffrey West
Griffith Middle School - Kimberly Yusem; Ryan Higman
St. Mark's Episcopal School - Chris Turner; Kristin Griffin
St. Raymond's School - Rola Ann Esguerra; Virgilio Gagalang
Mayor Boggs made presentations of prizes to the following people who were
Winners of the "Focus on Freedom" Constitutional Photography Contest. City
Librarian Jenkins assisted in the presentation of prizes.
George Moreira - Adult Category - First Place: Weekend for two at the
Embassy Suites;
Wendy Newsome - Second Place: $25 Gift Certificate from Downey Camera;
Mike Robson - Second Place Tie: $25 Gift Certificate from J. C. Penneys;
Mike Robson - Third Place: $25 Gift Certificate from Paramount Camera;
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Wendy Jendro - Honorable Mention
John Buffa - Honorable Mention
Grades 9th - 12th:
Mimi's Gift Certificate;
Mint Dish from Lawson's Jewelers;
Michael Rives - First Place: $100 from Downey Soroptomists;
Cindy Mars - Honorable Mention: Sambi's Restaurant Gift Certificate;
Tanya Andrews - Honorable Mention:
Certificate.
Grades Kindergarten through 5th:
Chris & Pitt's Restaurant Gift
Vicki Addicks - First Place: $100 from Lions Club;
Linda Addicks - Second Place: $50 from Lions Club;
Kenny Carluto - Third Place: $25 from Lions Club
Mayor Boggs made presentations of Certificates of Appreciation to Judges
and Donors of Prizes for the "Focus on Freedom" Constitutional Photograhy
Contest to J. Arthur Morris, Morris Photography - Professional Photograher; and
Joyce Lawrence, Downey Historical Society - Amateur Photographer.
Mayor Boggs thanked the Donors for all of the above prizes and for their
support.
Mayor Boggs announced the below Bicentennial Window Decoration Contest
Award Winners and Participants:
Saywell Florist was the Area and Grand Prize Winner. The Mayor presented
Delores Bacus, Owner, and Bill Lee, Manager, a silver Bicentennial coin;
Downey National Bank, The Headshop, and Downey Florist were Area Winners.
Mayor Boggs expressed appreciation for participation to Home Savings of
America; Johnny Co.; Buffa Company, Inc.; and a Donor of Prizes Certificate to
Ernie Lackey, President of the Downey Jaycees.
Mayor Boggs presented to Mr. Harry. Polgar, General Manager, Mr. Ted
Chandler, Director of Advertising, and Mr. Robert Coperstone, Managing Editor of
the News Tribune Newspaper, a Proclamation in Commemoration of its First
Anniversary in the City of Downey.
Mayor Boggs presented a Proclamation to Michael Alan Spieler on having won
the 1st Annual Downey Toyota Northwest Downey Little League Scholarship. Mr.
Tom Watts, Jr., President of Downey Toyota, was present with the recipient.
Mayor Boggs presented a Proclamation declaring the month of October 1987 as
Toastmasters Communications Month to Mr. John Duncan, Area Governor of
Toastmasters.
Mayor Boggs acknowledged a Proclamation declaring October 15, 1987, as
White Cane Safety Day.
Mayor Boggs acknowledged a Proclamation declaring October 24-31, 1987, as
National Higher Education Week.
Mayor Boggs presented to Ms. Peggie Reyna, Services Manager of Su Casa
Family Crisis and Support Center, a Proclamation proclaming the month of October
1987, as Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Mayor Boggs acknowledged a Proclamation declaring the month of October 1987
as National Lupus Month.
Council Member Barb introduced Dr. Edward Sussman, Superintendent, Downey
Unified School District, Mr. Mark Morris, President, Downey Unified School
District, Pete Stone, Acting Police Chief, and Mrs. Jodi Barb, Downey Police
Officer and the Dare Program Instructor. Mayor Boggs read in full and presented
to the above individuals a Proclamation declaring the City of Downey supports
the Red Ribbon Campaign and the proclamation of October 25-31, 1987, and
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encourages its citizens to participate in drug awareness activities and to
demonstrate to the youth of our community its commitment to a healthy -drug -free
life.
Mayor Boggs acknowledged a Proclamation declaring October Escrow Month.
Mayor Boggs acknowledged a Proclamation declaring October 8, 1987, as
Firefighters Appreciation Day.
The meeting recessed at 8:20 p.m. to the regular Community Development
Meeting and reconvened at 8:30 p.m, with all Council Members present.
HEARINGS
Mayor Boggs opened the Public Hearing on Downey Improvement Project No.
718, Sites 1 and 2, West Side of Tweedy Lane between Vista Del Rosa and
Blandwood Road.
City Clerk Young affirmed the Affidavit of Posting and Notice of Mailing.
City Clerk Young stated there were no written protests or objections filed.
Mayor Boggs called for those in the audience who wished to speak for or
against Downey Improvement Project No. 718. There were none.
It was moved by Council Member Santangelo, seconded by Council Member Barb,
and unanimously carried that the Public Hearing be closed.
RESOLUTION NO. 4939
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENTS FOR CHAPTER 27 PROCEEDINGS
FOR DOWNEY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 718, SITES 1 AND 2,
WEST SIDE OF TWEEDY LANE BETWEEN VISTA DEL ROSA AND
BLANDWOOD ROAD
The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Council Member
Santangelo, seconded by Council Member Barb, and unanimously carried to waive
further reading and to adopt.
Mayor Boggs opened the Public Hearing on Zone Change No. 239 for Property
Located at 7190 - 7244 Firestone Boulevard.
City Clerk Young affirmed the Proof of Publication.
Community Director Cutts submitted the staff report on this request to
reclassify the dual zoning classifications of the property located at 7190-7244
Firestone Boulevard from Light Manufacturing (M-1) and Parking Buffer (P-B) to
General commercial (C-2). Mr. Cutts also presented a short slide presentation
showing various businesses on and around the subject property.
City Clerk Young stated there were no written protests or objections filed.
Mayor Boggs called for those in the audience who wished to speak in favor
of or against Zone Change No. 239. There were none.
It was moved by Council Member Barb and seconded by Council Member
Santangelo that the Public Hearing be closed. Hearing no objections, so
ordered.
Mayor Boggs clarified with staff that this area will be considered during
General Plan amendments.
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
AMENDING THE CITY'S OFFICIAL ZONING MAP ADOPTED BY
SECTION 9106.06 OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE
(ZONE CHANGE CASE NO. 239)
The Ordinance was read by title only. It was moved by Council Member
Cormack, seconded by Council Member Paul, and unanimously carried to waive
further reading and to introduce.
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Mayor Boggs opened the Public Hearing on Zone Variance No. 525 for Property
Located at 7676 Firestone Boulevad - Appeal.
City Clerk Young affirmed the Proof of Publication.
Community Development Director Cutts presented this requested Zone Variance
to Section 9150 of the Downey Municipal Code to reduce the number of required
parking spaces for a banquet room facility in a C-2 Zone, and stated that the
Planning Commission heard and denied the subject Zone Variance on August 19,
1987. The applicant appealed this Planning Commission decision on August 31,
1987.
It is staff's recommendation to deny this appeal.
City Clerk Young stated there no written protests or objections filed.
Mayor Boggs asked that the applicant come forward and present his case.
Mr. Richard Jennings, applicant's representative, 7435 Stewart & Gray Rd.,
presented the Council Members with briefs and maps for discussion. He
challenged that this is a special circumstance since there is an existing
building with storage, restroom, and aisle areas not conducive to the galleria
use. He asked Council to grant the Zone Variance by reversing the 2-2 vote of
the Planning Commission.
Mayor Boggs asked if there was anyone else who wished to speak in favor or
in opposition of Zone Variance No. 525. There were none.
It was moved by Council Member Santangelo and seconded by Council Member
Paul to close the Public Hearing. Hearing no objections, so ordered.
Council discussed if businesses are under one building or individual
buildings, parking would not be different, that aisles can be defined as
shopping areas, the possibility of applicant lease of railroad property, the
need for more banquet facilities, and support of the Parking Code to insure
future adequate parking.
Council thanked Mr. Jennings for his meaningful presentation and
complimented the applicant on work done in converting the old bowling alley.
It was moved by Council Member Santangelo, seconded by Council Member Paul,
and carried 3-2 (Council Members Cormack and Barb voting no) to approve the
Appeal on Zone Variance Case No. 525 and bring back a Resolution with findings
from staff at the Council Meeting of October 27, 1987.
The meeting recessed at 9:46 p.m. and reconvened at 9:55 p.m. with all
Council Members present.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - Items not on Agenda
Mrs. Joyce Lawrence, 9627 Cheddar St., commented re founding of Downey
community 114 years ago.
Ns. Soozie Villa, 8342 Adoree St., advised of Title 24 of the State
Building Code which provides that public facilities be designed for access to
people with disabilities. She submitted a summary of areas within the City of
Downey which are unaccessible.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Agenda Item VI-C-3, Cash Contract No. S.S. 416-Traffic
Improvements/Signalization of Davis St. at Brookshire Ave. and Davis St. at
Downey Ave., was removed at the request of Council Member Barb.
Agenda Item VI-E-1, Extension of Motel Moratorium, was removed at the
request of Council Member Santangelo.
da Items VI-E-3,
and I9Fn2, Resolution to SupportPet of 0f
Pet PopulationControl Prop AEffortsFunds ,V�wereth oremoved
at the request Council Member Paul.
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Minutes: Adjourned Regular Meeting, September 27, 1987; Regular Meeting,
September 22, 1987; and Adjourned Regular Meeting, September 28, 1987:
Approve.
Cash Contract No. 551 - Electrical Upgrade - Apollo Neighborhood
Center (12458 Rives Av.): Award Contract in the amount of $39,480
to Sweem Electric, Inc.: Approve.
Cash Contract No. 549 - Tree Trimming - Citywide: Grant a time
extension of four working days and accept the work: Approve.
General Warrants #33634 - 33643 and #33736 - 34369, $2,568,234,39:
Approve.
Chamber of Commerce Agreement for Fiscal Year 1987-88: Enter into
agreement with Downey Chamber of Commerce for Fiscal Year 1987-88,
providing an allocation of $20,000 in exchange for various services:
Approve.
Appropriation Adjustment - Carry -Forward of Previous Year Encumbrances:
Approve.
RESOLUTION NO. 4940 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
ESTABLISHING A LOCAL APPEALS BOARD TO CONSIDER APPEALS AS
TO ACCESS TO PUBLIC ACCOMMODATIONS BY PHYSICALLY HANDICAPPED PEOPLE
RESOLUTION NO. 4942 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
PROPOSING TO ANNEX A CERTAIN AREA INTO THE LIGHTING
MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. A.D. NO. 121 AND ORDERING THE
ENGINEER TO PREPARE AND FILE A REPORT PURSUANT TO THE
LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING ACT OF 1972 (ANNEXATION 87/65-
CHEROKEE DRIVE BETWEEN DOLAN AVENUE AND LAKEWOOD BOULEVARD)
RESOLUTION NO. 4943 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE ENGINEER'S REPORT FOR THE ADDITION TO LIGHTING
MAINTENANCE DISTRICT A.D. 121 OF ANNEXATION 87/65
(CHEROKEE DRIVE BETWEEN DOLAN AVENUE AND LAKEWOOD BOULEVARD)
RESOLUTION NO. 4944 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO ANNEX A CERTAIN AREA INTO THE LIGHTING
MAINTENANCE DISTRICT A.D. 121 AND TO MAINTAIN AND FURNISH ELECTRICAL
CURRENT TO STREET LIGHTING FIXTURES ON THE STREETS AND PUBLIC PLACES
(ANNEXATION 87/65-CHEROKEE DRIVE BETWEEN DOLAN AVENUE AND LAKEWOOD BOULEVARD)
(Public Hearing set for November 11, 1987)
It was moved by Council Member Barb, seconded by Council Member Santangelo,
and carried by the following vote to approve the remainder of the Consent
Calendar as recommended:
AYES: 5 Council Members: Barb, Cormack, Santangelo, Paul, Boggs
ORDINANCES
Administrative Services Director Powell advised that this was the second
reading for adoption of an Ordinance that was introduced at the City Council
Meeting of September 22, 1987, concerning our water improvement bonds. He
further related that the City Council is required to approve the forms of these
legal documents by way of Ordinance because our Charter requires that agreements
that extend beyond ten years be in the form of an Ordinance.
Council discussed keeping surplus well property; location of our water
basin; keeping abreast of water quality, and the latest technology for
purification. Public Works Director Ralph responded to questions and advised
that water quality is evaluated on a daily basis.
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Mayor Boggs asked that staff bring back to Council a water purification
status report.
Before the below vote was taken, Council Member Santangelo clarified with
the City Attorney that this Ordinance has no special benefit to him over that of
any other citizen. Staff responded negatively to Council Member Paul's inquiry
whether in addition to water movement, these funds would be used for treatment.
ORDINANCE NO. 860
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APROVING FORMS OF AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A TRUST
AGREEMENT AND AN INSTALLMENT PURCHASE AGREEMENT RELATING TO AN
INSTALLMENT PURCHASE FINANCING AND APPROVING CERTAIN ACTIONS
IN CONNECTION THEREWITH
It was moved by Council Member Santangelo, seconded by Council Member
Cormack, and carried 4-1 (Council Member Paul voting no) to waive further
reading and to adopt.
RESOLUTIONS
Director of Public Works Ralph presented a summary of the staff report and
related that the 25% rate increase put the City of Downey in the middle of what
average consumer pays in the surrounding areas and affirmed that water rates had
not been adjusted in two years.
Council Member Santangelo clarified that he could vote on this issue
because any action taken at this time would be for the rates to cover the water
bonds. Any further action on water improvements that might affect his property
would take a separate action.
It was moved by Council Member Barb, seconded by Council Member Paul (and
failed due to the following amendment) to amend the Resolution to provide for an
increase but that all zones be equalized.
Mr. Powell advised that the official statement shows the actual rate
structure as it exists at the time the documents are printed up and this is what
the rating agencies will use when rating the bonds next week.
It was moved by Council Member Cormack, seconded by Council Member
Santangelo, and carried 3-2 (Council Members Barb and Paul voting no) to amend
the foregoing motion to introduce the Resolution as submitted, and that staff be
directed to return before the effective date with a resolution that would
equalize the zones.
RESOLUTION NO. 4945
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
ESTABLISHING THREE (3) WATER SERVICE ZONES FOR SEPARATE
WATER RATES AND RECINDING RESOLUTION NO. 4661
It was moved by Council Member Cormack, seconded by Mayor Boggs, and
carried 3-2 (Council Members Barb and Paul voting no) to waive further reading
and to adopt.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
Residential Refuse Rate Adjustment
Public Works Director Ralph presented a summary of the staff report and
recommended that Council approve the new refuse rates of $6.82 per month for
single-family residences and $5.88 per unit per month for multiple -unit
residences.
Council Member Cormack expressed concern that multiple -unit residences pay
less than single-family residences for refuse collection.
Mayor Boggs related she is a Director on the Los Angeles County Sanitation
District, that the rates in Southern California are low, and that there are
problems relating to trash and water that will have to be solved.
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After further brief Council discussion, it was moved by Council Member
Paul, seconded by Mayor Boggs, and unanimously carried to approve the
residential refuse rate adjustment as recommended.
ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR
Cash Contract No. S.S. 416, Traffic Improvements/Signalization of Davis
Street at Brookshire and Davis Street at Downey Avenue
Staff clarified Council concern relative to desirability of this study and
commented on the need for a consultant.
It was moved by Council Member Santangelo, seconded by Council Member
Cormack, and failed (0-5) to continue to the next Council Meeting and have staff
bring back additional data regarding information on traffic accidents in the
area.
It was moved by Council Member Barb, seconded by Mayor Boggs, and carried
4-1 (Council Member Santangelo voting no) to authorize the transfer of funds in
the amount of $10,000 from Account No. 26-16412 to Account No. 26-16416 to be
used for project planning and traffic studies on the anticipated traffic
improvements on Davis Street.
Extension of the Motel Moratorium
It was moved by Council Member Cormack, seconded by Council Member Paul,
and carried 4-1 (Council Member Santangelo voting no) to set the Public Hearing
for November 10, 1987.
Exchange of $400,000 of Prop A Funds with Commerce
Staff clarified that the agreement before Council is the one previously
authorized and not a request for additional funds.
Council differed on feelings of an adequate transportation system within
the community - with Council Member Paul opposing the exchange of any funds.
It was moved by Council Member Cormack, seconded by Mayor Boggs, and
carried 4-1 (Council Member Paul voting no) to approve staff recommendation to
execute the Agreement.
Resolution to Support Pet Population Control Effort
Acting Police Chief Stone advised that funds from all members of SEAACA
would be combined for a common educational process.
RESOLUTION NO. 4941
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
IN SUPPORT OF THE COALITION FOR PET POPULATION CONTROL
It was moved by Council Member Barb, seconded by Council Member
Sanatangelo, and unanimously carried to waive further reading and to adopt.
OTHER BUSINESS AND ITEMS FOR FUTURE AGENDAS
Staff Members:
Mr. Ralph, Director of Public Works, clarified Council direction regarding
revised Water Rates to provide equalized rates in the three zones for all sizes
of meters.
Council Member:
Council Member Cormack:
1. Will meet with City Manager regarding formation of a Disaster
Preparedness Committee.
2. Requested report from the City Attorney regarding recently passed
State Law on porno newsracks.
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3. Suggested Council be provided with lapel pins to share at City
functions.
4. Asked about status of Shuttle Memorial.
Council Member Barb:
I. Asked that the Mayor direct the Public Works Department to resubmit
consideration of Street Sweeping contract bids - Citywide for
next Agenda.
Council Member Santangelo:
1. Requested staff report on graffiti removal and noted new graffiti
at Northeast corner of Paramount Boulevard and Florence Avenue.
2. Suggested a higher fine for litter thrown from automobiles.
Council Member Paul:
1. Suggested a graffiti spray can ordinance.
2. Asked that the City respond to recent news article regarding
disability retirement, pointing out procedures as provided by
State Law.
Mayor Boggs:
1. Reported on worthwhile sessions while attending League of California
Cities seminar in San Francisco.
ADJOURNMENT: 11:47 p.m.
The meeting was adjourned in Memory of James Santangelo, Sr. (Father of
Council Member James S. Santangelo) and A. H. Brownie Brown (Downey C.P.R.
Program); To: 6:30 p.m., October 27, 1987, in the Council Chamber of the Downey
City Hall.
Council Member Santangelo expressed sincere appreciation of the many
thoughts extended he and his family during this very difficult time, and related
happy experiences he shared with his Father.
Jen oun it Jerkk-Tr surer Diane P. Boggs, Mayor
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