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CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
REGULAR MEETING
MAY 13, 2014
The City Council of the City of Downey held a Regular Meeting at 6:48 p.m., May 13, 2014, in the
Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, 11111 Brookshire Avenue, Downey, California, Mayor
Vasquez presiding.
PRESENT: Council Members:
Fernando Vasquez Mayor
Luis H. Marquez Mayor Pro Tem
Roger C. Brossmer
Mario A. Guerra
Alex Saab
ALSO PRESENT: Gilbert Livas, City Manager
John Oskoui, Assistant City Manager
Yvette M. Abich Garcia, City Attorney
Adria M. Jimenez, CMC, City Clerk
Carl Charles, Police Chief
Lonnie Croom, Fire Chief
Mohammad Mostahkami, Public Works Director
Aldo Schindler, Community Development Director
Arlene Salazar, Parks & Recreation Director
Anil Gandhy, Finance Director
Gladys Chavez, Secretary
The Invocation was delivered by Pastor Kevin Boyce of Light & Life Christian Fellowship. The Flag
Salute was led by Douglas Garcia of The Arc.
CITY COUNCIL MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS; REQUESTS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS;
CONFERENCE /MEETING REPORTS
Council Member Brossmer stated he looked forward to the future of the Fire Department under the
leadership of newly appointed Fire Chief Gillespie and thanked Fire Chief Croom.
Mayor Pro Tem Marquez welcomed everyone in attendance. He reported attending the Kids Day
Event. He thanked Fire Chief Croom and congratulated Assistant Fire Chief Gillaspie on his
appointment as Fire Chief.
Council Member Saab welcomed Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Cruz, Downey Unified
School District Board Member Sodetani and Youth Commissioner Sodetani who were in the audience.
He reported attending the Kids Hall of Fame event, the Keep Downey Beautiful Employee Volunteer
Clean -up Day event, Lakewood Boulevard Community Outreach Meeting, Chamber of Commerce
Street Faire event and the Kids Day Event. He requested the vendor setup for Kids Day be revised next
year as some booths were not in close proximity. He reported attending the Downey Association of
Realtors Luncheon. He invited everyone to the Tour de Downey and Make Music Downey event, June
14. He welcomed new Community Development Director Schindler. He thanked Fire Chief Croom and
congratulated Assistant Fire Chief Gillespie on his new appointment as Fire Chief. He requested an
update on branding efforts. He requested staff look into being a host City for the upcoming Special
Olympics. He requested the Farmers Market provide hand washing stations. He reported attending the
Water Replenishment Assessment hearing in Sacramento.
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Council Member Guerra reported attending the Tip -a -Cop event, Kids Hall of Fame event and the
Kids Day event. He stated the City has benefited from its Sister City relationship with Roscommon
Ireland in the cultural exchange provided by artist Anne Rigney. He thanked the Chamber of Commerce
for the recent events they have sponsored. He reported attending a Bike Subcommittee meeting,
Downtown Subcommittee meeting and Stay Healthy Downey Partner Meeting. He reported attending a
legislative and budget priority meeting in Sacramento. He requested staff provide information regarding
the City's sexual offender restrictions at City parks. He read information regarding the upcoming
election. He thanked Fire Chief Croom and congratulated Assistant Fire Chief Gillaspie on his
appointment as Fire Chief.
City Manager Livas introduced and welcomed new Community Development Director Aldo
Schindler.
Mayor Vasquez reported attending a Downey Council PTA Award Ceremony, Street Faire event,
Bike Subcommittee meeting and the Lakewood Boulevard Community Outreach Meeting. He reminded
everyone of the upcoming Special Election, June 3. He invited everyone to the Memorial Day Ceremony
Event, May 26. He reported attending the Military Veterans event at Downey High School and served on
the Los Angeles County Business Federation panel. He requested staff look into revising the preferred
local contract Ordinance to include Veterans and other programs that would allow veterans to integrate
back into the community. He stated he will be the keynote speaker at San Diego State University forthe
graduating class of 2014.
PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Vasquez presented the Healthy Heart Award to Kevin MacDonald, Chief Executive Officer of
The Arc.
Mayor Vasquez and Council Member Guerra presented a Certificate from the County of Los Angeles
Board of Supervisors to Maureen Gaffney Wolfson for her contributions to the Sister Cities Programs in
the Cities of Downey and County Roscommon, Ireland.
Mayor Vasquez presented a plaque for Older American of the Year to Linda Schulz.
Mayor Vasquez presented a Proclamation declaring May as CalFresh Awareness Month.
Mayor Vasquez and the City Council presented a Proclamation to Jason Riddle, Ed Estrella and
Luis Sierras and proclaimed May 18 — 24, 2014, as National Public Works Week.
PUBLIC HEARING
2014 -15 ACTION PLAN FOR THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT AND HOME
INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM: APPROVED THE ACTION PLAN FORTHE PERIOD
OF JULY 1, 2014 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2015, AND AUTHORIZED THE CITY MANAGER TO
SUBMIT THE ACTION PLAN WITH HUD SF-424 APPLICATION AND GRANTEE
CERTIFICATIONS TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT:
Community Development.
Mayor Vasquez opened the Public Hearing at 7:48 p.m. City Clerk Jimenez affirmed receipt of the
Proof of Publication. It was moved by Council Member Saab, seconded by Council Member Brossmer,
and so ordered to receive and file. City Clerk Jimenez noted there was no correspondence received.
Housing Manager Velasco stated this item is in regards to two entitlement grants the City receives
from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). He stated staff has held
the required public hearings and recommends the Council authorize the City Manager to submit the
Action Plan, application, and certification in order for the City to receive funding for the upcoming fiscal
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year. He stated the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) will increase by $14,756 and the
HOME grant by $24,361. He stated the CDBG fund is broken down as follows: 15% Public Service,
20% General Administration, 23 % Economic Development and 42% Eligible Housing Activities. The
HOME grant is broken down as follows: 10 % General Administration, 15% Community Housing
Development Organizations and 75% Eligible Housing Activities.
Council Member Guerra asked how staff determined the allocation of fund distribution per program.
Housing Manager Velasco stated the amounts have been rolled over from previous years.
City Manager Lives stated as funding is decreased or increased; the numbers are adjusted evenly
across the board.
Council Member Brossmer stated staff and Council has reviewed the numbers and provided input in
the past.
Council Member Saab asked if all of the organizations are based in the City.
Housing Manager Velasco stated the organizations must be able to meet the needs of the
community and not necessarily be based in the City. He stated this years allotted CDBG and HOME
grant funding will be increased by $2,213.40. Staff requires direction from the Council on where to
allocate the additional funds.
Council Member Guerra stated the additional funding should be added to one program.
Council Member Saab suggested adding the funding to the Senior Services -First Monday program.
Mayor Vasquez invited the public to speak on this item.
Geraldine Kyles, resident, asked how affordable housing played a role in this item.
City Manager Lives stated that senior housing does not only include new construction. The
programs offered by the City benefit the seniors by providing assistant in order to allow them to remain
in their current housing conditions.
It was moved by Council Member Brossmer, seconded by Council Member Saab, and carried 3 -0 -2
with Council Member Guerra abstaining and Council Member Brossmer abstaining from the DUSD, to
increase the Senior Services -First Monday program by $2,213.40.
2. 2013 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE: Fire.
A. CONDUCTED A PUBLIC HEARING TO RECEIVE COMMENTS; and,
B. ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 14 -1331, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING CHAPTER 3, 4, 5, AND 6 OF ARTICLE III OF THE DOWNEY
MUNICIPAL CODE, THROUGH ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2013 CALIFORNIA FIRE
CODE (CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS, TITLE 24, PART 9), BASED ON THE
INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE, 2012 EDITION, WITH ERRATA, AND THOSE PORTIONS OF
THE INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE, 2012 EDITION, INCLUDING APPENDICES ATHROUGH
K INCLUSIVE, TOGETHER WITH CERTAIN ADDITIONS, INSERTIONS, DELETIONS AND
CHANGES THERETO, FOR THE PURPOSE OF PRESCRIBING REGULATIONS
GOVERNING CONDITIONS HAZARDOUS TO THE LIFE AND PROPERTY FROM FIRE OR
EXPLOSION; AND ADOPTING CHAPTER 6.95 OF CALIFORNIA HEALTH AND SAFETY
CODE FOR THE PURPOSE OF PRESCRIBING REGULATIONS GOVERNING CONDITIONS
HAZARDOUS TO LIFE AND PROPERTY FROM THE HANDLING, USE, STORAGE OR
RELEASE OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS OR HAZARDOUS WASTE.
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Mayor Vasquez opened the Public Hearing at 8:17 p.m. City Clerk Jimenez affirmed receipt of the
Proof of Publication. It was so ordered by the Mayor to receive and file. City Clerk Jimenez noted there
was no correspondence received.
Fire Chief Croom stated the changes included verbiage for signage, landscaping, and parking
improvements, stating they will be exempt from any evaluation. The roof will not be part of the
exemption.
Mayor Vasquez invited the public to speak on this item. Having no one come forward, it was moved
by Council Member Saab, seconded by Council Member Brossmer, and so ordered to close the Public
Hearing.
It was moved by Council Member Saab, seconded by Council Member Guerra, and unanimously
carried to adopt the Ordinance.
NON AGENDA PUBLIC COMMENT: None.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Vasquez pulled Item No.6. Council Member Guerra pulled Item No.11. The items are listed
under Other Business.
It was moved by Council Member Brossmer, seconded by Council Member Guerra, and
unanimously carried to approve the remainder of the Consent Calendar.
3. APPROVED MINUTES: Regular Meeting of April 8; Adjourned and Regular Meetings of April 22,
2014: City Clerk.
4. WARRANTS ISSUED: Warrant Nos. 284215-284804; Wire Nos. 30003160,30003169-30003180;
Manual Wire Nos. 1266 -1268, in the total amount of $4,471,128.87: Finance.
S. CASH CONTRACT NO. S.S. 488F — FIRESTONE BOULEVARD IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
(PAVEMENT REHABILITATION IMPROVEMENTS) FROM OLD RIVER SCHOOL ROAD TO
BROOKSHIRE AVENUE: APPROVED PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZED
SOLICITATION FOR BIDS, AUTHORIZED THE PROCUREMENT AND INSTALLATION OF THE
CITY - FURNISHED SITE FURNISHINGS FOR THE FIRESTONE BOULEVARD IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT; APPROPRIATED UP TO $300,000 FROM THE ART AND PUBLIC PLACE FUND
BALANCE AND UP TO $635,000 IN GENERAL FUND TO COVER THE COST OF ADDITIONAL
DOWNTOWN AREA ITEMS; AND, AUTHORIZED THE PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR TO
EXECUTE ANY CHANGE ORDERS OR ADDITIONAL SCOPE OF WORK DEEMED NECESSARY
UP TO THE APPROVED PROJECT BUDGET: Public Works.
7. COMPREHENSIVE ENERGY ACTION PLAN: Public Works.
A. AUTHORIZED THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
WITH KW ENGINEERING FOR $76,990 FOR DEVELOPMENT OF A COMPREHENSIVE
ENERGY ACTION PLAN; and,
B. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 14 -7486, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING AN ENERGY PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM BETWEEN THE
CITY OF DOWNEY AND THE CALIFORNIA ENERGY COMMISSION; and,
C. APPROPRIATED $47,000 FROM THE GENERAL FUND TO COVER THE TOTAL CONTRACT
COST WITH KW ENGINEERING.
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8. AUTHORIZED THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH THE JOINT POWERS LOS
ANGELES AREA INTEGRATED WASTE MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY (LARA): Public Works.
9. AUTHORIZED THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A RENEWAL AGREEMENT WITH SATSUMA
LANDSCAPE FOR MAINTENANCE OF RIO HONDO GOLF COURSE: Parks & Recreation.
10. AUTHORIZED THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO AGREEMENT NO. 75400
WITH THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TO FUND THE PROCUREMENT OF VIDEO
DETECTION SYSTEMS IN THE AMOUNT OF $309,000; AND, AUTHORIZED A SOLE SOURCE
PURCHASE ORDER TO ECONOLITE FOR THE PROCUREMENT OF VIDEO DETECTION
SYSTEMS: Public Works.
12. APPROVED THE APPOINTMENT OF ALDO E. SCHINDLER, DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT, TO THE OVERSIGHT BOARD TO THE DOWNEY SUCCESSOR AGENCY:
Community Development.
13. APPROVED STREET CLOSURE FOR CITY OF DOWNEY'S FIRST ANNUAL ROCK N' RIDE
EVENT: Parks & Recreation.
OTHER BUSINESS
11. AUTHORIZED THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH
FEHR AND PEERS FOR THE PREPARATION OF THE CITYWIDE BICYCLE MASTER PLAN IN
AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $151,390; AND, APPROPRIATED $25,000 FROM
TRANSPORTATION DEVELOPMENT ACT (TDA) ARTICLE 3 FUNDS TO COVER THE CITY'S
SHARE OF THE STATE'S COMMUNITY -BASED TRANSPORTATION PLANNING GRANT OF
$225,000 FOR THIS PROJECT: Public Works.
Council Member Guerra stated he pulled the item to highlight it because it is a very exciting
opportunity for the community.
Mayor Vasquez stated he looked forward to the project getting under way.
It was moved by Council Member Guerra, seconded by Mayor Vasquez, and unanimously carried to
approve staffs recommendations.
6. CASH CONTRACT NO. 632 -313 - LAKEWOOD BOULEVARD IMPROVEMENT PROJECT —
PHASE 3B (FLORENCE AVENUE TO GALLATIN ROAD) AWARDED CASH CONTRACT IN THE
AMOUNT OF $3,912,073 TO SULLY - MILLER CONTRACTING; AND, TRANSFERED $250,000,
$100,000, AND $517,000 FROM WATER FUND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT ACCOUNT
NOS. 51 -1 -8642, 51 -1 -8647, AND 51 -1 -8665 RESPECTIVELY, TO WATER FUND CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT ACCOUNT NO. 51 -1 -8674; AUTHORIZED PROCUREMENT OF THE
CITY - FURNISHED MATERIALS; AND, AUTHORIZED THE PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR TO
EXECUTE ANY CHANGE ORDERS OR ADDITIONAL SCOPE OF WORK FOR THIS PROJECT,
DEEMED NECESSARY OR DESIRABLE UP TO THE APPROVED PROJECT BUDGET: Public
Works.
Mayor Vasquez stated the community outreach meeting was well attended and the residents
provided valuable input to include a request for breaks in the medians, access to the shopping center,
left turn access when traveling southbound, northbound traffic having ability to make left and a U -turn
access. He stated the consensus from the community outreach meetings was that residents favored
option two of the staff report.
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Council Member Saab stated option two of the staff report will also allow growth for any future street
improvement projects.
Council Member Guerra requested clarification stating the current contract outlines one long median
without any breaks and he is not comfortable voting on a contract that does not outline the specifics
discussed tonight.
Public Works Director Mostahkami stated the project needs to begin in order to meet funding
deadlines. A change order will be completed to allow for option two of the staff report which includes
breaks in the medians as discussed tonight and at the community outreach meetings.
City Attorney Abich Garcia stated the contract can be approved today with direction to staff to
implement option two of the staff report in the manner suggested by the Public Works Director to include
a change order process.
Council Member Guerra stated he needs an assurance that staff will proceed as directed by the
Council. He stated he did not have an opportunity to review an email sent earlier by staff regarding
recent community outreach meetings.
City Manager Livas stated it was his recommendation the Council vote and include a condition
regarding the change order. When the design is completed, the Council will have an opportunity to
review it.
Council Member Guerra stated he will not vote on a contract that will be changed in the future. He
stated he has not seen any landscape plans. He cannot vote on a contract for $5 million without having
more information to include details of the project.
It was moved by Mayor Vasquez, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Marquez and passed 4 -1 with
Council Member Guerra voting no, to approve staffs recommendation move forward with the
understanding that staff will add a change order to the contract.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
14. APPOINTMENT OF A COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEE TO CONSIDER RESPONSES TO CITY
WEBSITE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS: Administration
City Manager Livas stated the City received many responses to its website Request for Proposal
(RFP) and therefore, recommends a subcommittee be formed in order to provide recommendations to
the Council.
Council Member Brossmer stated he previously served on a similar subcommittee that
recommended purchasing a new website. The City moved forward with the recommendations not too
long ago and wonders why this item has come up again.
Council Member Saab stated this item is here at his request because the City's website needs
updating to include digital advances and the new branding identity.
Council Member Brossmer stated the website is only as good as the information it contains and may
require a dedicated person to drive the content.
Mayor Vasquez nominated Council Member Brossmer and Council Member Saab to serve on the
subcommittee.
Mayor Vasquez invited the public to speak on this item. Having no one come forward, he closed
public comment.
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It was moved by Council Member Saab, seconded by Council Member Guerra, and carried 4 -1 with
Council Member Brossmer abstaining, to appoint Council Member Brossmer and Council Member Saab
to the subcommittee.
15. APPOINTMENT OF A COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEE TO REVIEW THE CITY'S RESIDENTIAL AND
COMMERCIAL WASTE COLLECTION AND RECYCLING SERVICES CONTRACT: Council
Member Brossmer.
Council Member Brossmer stated in light of this contract expiring and in order to ensure a seamless
transition to the next contract a subcommittee should be formed. The subcommittee would be in charge
of timelines and Request for Proposals.
Council Member Saab nominated Council Member Brossmer.
Mayor Pro Tem Marquez nominated Council Member Brossmer and Mayor Vasquez.
Mayor Vasquez invited the public to speak on this item. Having no one come forward, he closed
public comment.
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tern Marquez, seconded by Council Member Guerra, and unanimously
carried to appoint Council Member Brossmer and Mayor Vasquez to the subcommittee.
16. CONSIDERATION OF OPTIONS FOR A CELL TOWER SITE AT DISCOVERY PARK:
Administration.
Associate City Planner Flores stated on March 25 the Council considered a lease agreement with
AT &T and New Singular Wireless to locate a cellular antenna at Discover Park. During the meeting
Council reviewed the proposed option and requested the storage facility be relocated to allow for an
unobstructed view of the soccer field. However, relocating the storage facility further away from the
antenna would decrease the antennas service capacity. Staff also considered relocating both the
antenna and the storage facility adjacent to Caring Way but it was determined that it may interfere with
Kaiser Permanente's wireless infrastructure and communication system.
Council Member Saab stated staff had previously discussed installing the antenna at the Columbia
Memorial Space Center disguising it as a rocket ship. He asked for clarification if that was still a viable
option.
Associate City Planner Flores stated the rocket ship was a talking point during previous
conversations when the contract was first negotiated; however, because the cost would be between
$120,000 to up to $500,000, the applicant was unwilling to take on those costs.
Council Member Guerra stated the Council was interested in the rocket ship for its various uses. For
example, serve as a Marquee for the space center.
Council Member Brossmer stated the $120,000 fee for a rocket ship could be put to a different use.
City Manager Lives stated staff can seek another carrier if AT &T and New Singular Wireless is
unwilling to consider a rocket ship or the City can utilize a portion of the money it will receive from AT &T
and New Singular Wireless towards the purchase of one.
Coastal Business Group representative Grazenti stated two years ago when the idea of the rocket
ship was introduced the City moved AT &T and New Singular Wireless away from it because of future
development plans. At this time they are not interested in a rocket ship because it is not economically
feasible and it would not allow for the necessary storage space for their equipment.
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City Manager Lives encouraged AT &T and New Singular Wireless to review what the rocket ship
would cost, return to the Council with estimates to include a lease reduction in payments.
Mayor Vasquez invited the public to speak on this item. Having no one come forward, he closed
public comment.
The City Council directed City Manager Livas to work with the applicant and return the item for
further discussion to a date uncertain.
17. REVIEW CITY COUNCIL POLICY FOR MAYOR ROTATION: Council Member Guerra.
Council Member Guerra stated there was no clear direction for a second term Council Member as it
relates to the Mayoral transition. A Council Member should not serve as Mayor for a second term when
a Council Member has not had an opportunity to serve once.
City Clerk Jimenez stated the City's Charter does not require the Council to follow the current
rotation policy which is a policy that was adopted at a later date by the City Council. She stated some
Council Members concerns were that Item 4 is ambiguous and needs clarification as it relates to when a
new Council Member enters the Mayoral rotation and whether or not a new Council Member should
enter the rotation before a Council Member who has already served one term as Mayor. She stated the
Councils goal could be reworded to include, when the the primary objective has been accomplished
rotation to Mayor Pro Tem shall be the newest Council Member who has not yet served as Mayor before
a Council Member that has already served as Mayor. The Council can add another item, item 5 to
include that the City Council shall discuss and decide if a Council Member shall serve as Mayor during
their second term in office.
City Attorney Abich Garcia stated staff can redline the current language, add new language and
return the information to the Council for review.
Council Member Saab stated he would like to include a statement that the second term Council
Member who has served once as Mayor will not be guaranteed nor be required to follow a traditional
rotation for a second seat.
Mayor Vasquez invited the public to speak on this item. Having no one come forward, he closed
public comment.
City Council gave direction to the City Clerk to return with a red -line item of the policy to include
Council's comments, at the next meeting.
18. WALL OF FAME: Public Works.
A. APPOINT A COUNCIL SUB - COMMITTEE ON THE FINALIZATION OF THE NOMINEE
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS AND WALL OF FAME DESIGN AND IMPLEMENTATION.
B. AUTHORIZE STAFF TO PROCEED WITH THE DESIGN AND FINAL IMPLEMENTATION
OF THE WALL OF FAME, SUBJECT TO COUNCIL SUB - COMMITTEE APPROVAL.
C. CREATE A TEN (10) MEMBER CITIZEN REVIEW COMMITTEE FOR RESIDENTS TO
REVIEW NOMINATIONS AND SUBMIT RECOMMENDED NOMINEES TO THE CITY
COUNCIL SUB - COMMITTEE.
D. APPROPRIATE $70,000 FROM THE ART IN PUBLIC PLACES FUND BALANCE FOR
DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF THE WALL OF FAME.
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City Manager Lives stated he met with Council Member Guerra regarding the cost. He stated a
subcommittee would be able to provide the Council with a design that would meet the appropriate
funding levels.
Council Member Guerra stated the Council voted on this item in order to recognize members of the
community. He stated not being in' agreement with the fee of $70,000.
Council Member Brossmer recommended a subcommittee streamline the process and came up
with a realistic budget for Council to review. He nominated Council Member Guerra and Council
Member Saab to the subcommittee:
Mayor Vasquez invited the public to speak on this item. Having no one come forward, he closed
public comment.
It was moved by Council Member Brossmer, seconded by Mayor Vasquez, with Council Member
Saab abstaining, to appoint Council Member Guerra and Council Member Saab to the subcommittee.
STAFF MEMBER COMMENTS
City Manager Lives thanked staff for a successful Kids Day event, the commencement of the
Lakewood Boulevard project and for the Bicycle Master Plan Grant.
RECESSED/RECONVENED
The meeting recessed to closed session at 9:19 p.m. and reconvened at 9:47 p.m. with all Council
Members present:
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 9:48 pm. to Tuesday, May 13, 2014, at 5:30 p.m., in Memory of Army
Captain James: Chaffin til, West Columbia, S,C. who perished - taring_ Operation Enduring Freedom.
ADhfA M. JIMENEZ, `MC FERNANDO VAS
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