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CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
REGULAR MEETING
APRIL 14, 2015
The City Council of the City of Downey held a Regular City Council Meeting on April 14, 2015, at
6:37 p.m., in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, 11111 Brookshire Avenue, Downey,
California, Mayor Marquez presiding.
PRESENT: Council Members:
Luis H. Marquez
Alex Saab
Sean Ashton
Roger C. Brossmer
Fernando Vasquez
Mayor
Mayor Pro Tern
Council Member
Council Member
Council Member
ALSO PRESENT: Gilbert Livas, City Manager
Yvette M. Abich Garcia, City Attorney
Adria M. Jimenez, CMC, City Clerk
John Oskoui, Assistant City Manager
Shannon DeLong, Assistant to the City Manager
Carl Charles, Chief of Police
Mark Gillaspie, Fire Chief
Mohammad Mostahkami, Public Works Director
Arlene Salazar, Parks & Recreation Director
Aldo Schindler, Community Development Director
Anil Gandhy, Finance Director
The Invocation was delivered by Pastor Chris Steward. The Pledge was led by Jonathan
Thomas, Eagle Scout Troop 242.
RECESS/RECONVENED
At 6:40 p.m., Mayor Marquez recessed the City Council Meeting to conduct the Community
Development Commission Housing Successor Meeting. At 6:43 p.m., the City Council Meeting was
reconvened with all Council Members present.
COUNCIL MEMBER/COMMISSIONER ANNOUNCEMENTS; REQUESTS FOR FUTURE AGENDA
ITEMS; CONFERENCE/MEETING REPORTS
Council Member Ashton reported on meetings and events he attended: Southern California
Association of Governments (SCAG) Meeting regarding cap and trade agreements; Keep Downey
Beautiful clean-up and thanked Cub Scout Pac 805 for their assistance; Stem Festival at the Space
Center; and, the Downey Street Faire, which was another great Chamber of Commerce event. Council
Member Ashton announced he is having story time for kids at the City Library from 3:30-4:00 p.m. on
April 15; Student Government Day will be held April 21; and, on April 22, he will be hosting a Town Hall
Meeting at Barbara J. Riley Center, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. where he will announce new and exciting
items to share and will address any questions or concerns. May gth is Kids Day at Apollo Park and April
25th is YMCA Carnival of Champions. He requested staff review the City's Municipal Code regarding
drought tolerant landscaping and review the City's policy regarding watering on City -owned property to
ensure the City is in compliance with State guidelines.
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Mayor Pro Tern Saab recognized members from the Chamber of Commerce, who were in the
audience, and thanked them for an excellent Street Faire held Saturday. He reported on the success of
Stem City Week and recognized staff and Space Center Director Ben Dickow. He noted it was a great
opportunity to showcase the Space Center and continue to motivate young kids in the community to get
involved in science. Mayor Pro Tern Saab requested staff return with an update regarding the cell
phone tower. He announced the following events: Police Officer and Firefighter of the Year Recognition
Luncheon, April 28th; YMCA Kids Day/Carnival of Champions on April 25th; and, the TLC 5K Healthy
Downey Walk/Run at Rancho Los Amigos, April 18. He thanked City Manager Livas for reaching out to
Supervisor Knabe's Office requesting assistance to improve the signage at the Downey Historical
Society. Supervisor Knabe contributed $1,000 for the improvements. Mayor Pro Tern Saab reviewed
the Governor's executive order regarding water restrictions and the steps the City has taken in the past
years to reduce water reduction in the City. He encouraged residents to visit the City's website for
additional information and information regarding the upcoming water symposium.
City Manager Livas advised staff is meeting with the cell phone company next week and will
provide an update after the meeting.
Council Member Vasquez welcomed everyone to the Council Meeting. He reported attending
the Independent Cities Risk Management Association (ICRMA) meeting and discussed the possible
future restructuring of the Association, noting there was no firm position taken as a result of the two-day
intense meeting. He congratulated the Chamber of Commerce on a successful Street Faire. He
reported attending a meeting in Downtown LA speaking on a potential merger between Time Warner
and Comcast, and attended a trash hauling subcommittee meeting with Council Member Brossmer.
Council Member Vasquez advised on Saturday he will be speaking at USC about local government.
He reported on the TLC 5K and Student Government Day. He recognized Former Mayors Meredith
Perkins, David Gafin, and Kirk Cartozian, who were in the audience. He requested staff arrange for the
donation of two pair of foursomes at Rio Hondo Event Center for the Downey Adult School Golf
Tournament.
Mayor Marquez welcomed everyone to the City Council Meeting. He congratulated the Space
Center and Executive Director Ben Dickow and staff for the successful City of Stem. He also
congratulated the Chamber of Commerce on a successful Street Faire. Mayor Marquez requested staff
return to Council with information on what the executive order means for Downey, how it will impact
Downey, what Downey is doing in dealing with the water crisis, and also schedule town hall
informational meetings.
PRESENTATIONS: Mayor Marquez took presentations out of order.
Mayor Marquez invited Former Mayors Meredith Perkins, Kirk Cartozian, DUSD Board
President Corrin, and the City Council to present a Certificate of Recognition to former Mayor
Bob Winningham,
Council Member Brossmer requested the main ballroom at the Rio Hondo Event Center be
named in honor of Bob Winningham.
7. Mayor Marquez and Council Member Ashton presented Certificate of Congratulations to
Downey Dirt Devils Youth Baseball Team for their successful season.
8. Mayor Marquez and Mayor Pro Tern Saab presented a Certificate in Remembrance and City
Street Sign in remembrance of Lance Corporal Joshua Whittle to his mother, Crystal Vincent.
3. Mayor Marquez and Mayor Pro Tern Saab presented a Proclamation designating 2015 as "City
of Downey Year of Commemoration of the 100th Anniversary of the Armenian Genocide of
1915."
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2. Mayor Marquez presented a Proclamation to the Youth Commission member to recognize
"Student Government Day."
4. Mayor Marquez and Council Member Brossmer presented a Certificate of Recognition to Janet
Molinaro for her service and commitment to the Emergency Preparedness Committee for the
past 12 years.
5. Mayor Marquez, the City Council and Arlene Salazar, Director of Parks and Recreation
presented a Certificate of Recognition to Soroptimist International of Downey for their
contribution towards the City's Special Olympics World Games Host Town Program.
6. Mayor Marquez presented a Certificate of Recognition to Downey Los Amigos Kiwanis for their
Furman Park fitness equipment donation.
PUBLIC HEARING: None.
NON -AGENDA PUBLIC COMMENT
Gail Courtney, Chamber of Commerce Executive Director, provided an updated on Chamber of
Commerce events and thanked the City for their assistance with a successful Street Faire.
Stewart Hu, resident and Neighborhood Watch Block Captain, asked what can he do to help
improve the crime situation in his neighborhood.
Having no one else come forward, Mayor Marquez closed Public Comment at 8:25 p.rn.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Pro Tern Saab pulled Item No. 10
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Saab, seconded by Council Member Vasquez and
unanimously carried, with Council Member Vasquez abstaining from Item No. 8 as his home is located
within 500' of the location; Mayor Pro Tern Saab abstaining from Item No. 5; and, Council Member
Brossmer abstaining from Item Nos. 9 and 16 as his employer is the Downey Unified School District
(DUSD), to approve the remainder of the Consent Calendar.
3. APPROVED MINUTES: Special City Council Meetings of February 24, 2015, March 10, 2015,
March 24, 2015; Regular City Council Meetings of February 24, 2015, March 10, 2015: City Clerk.
4. WARRANTS ISSUED: Warrant Nos. are 292742 — 293317; Wire Nos. 30003301 — 30003311;
Manual Wire Nos. 1325 — 1329; Cashier's Check No. 70-71, in the total amount of $5,642,528.46:
Finance.
5. CASH CONTRACT NO. S.S. 601 B - PARAMOUNT BOULEVARD AT FIRESTONE BOULEVARD
INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENT PROJECT: AWARDED CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT IN THE
AMOUNT OF $1,454,123.25 TO PALP, INCORPORATED, DBA EXCEL PAVING COMPANY,
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.
6. CASH CONTRACT NO. S.S. 634 - PEDESTRIAN COUNTDOWN HEADS PROJECT, PHASE 2,
APPROVED CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 TO CONTRACT WITH SIEMENS INDUSTRY, FOR
ADDITIONAL WORK IN THE AMOUNT OF $39,050 AND APPROPRIATED $31,140
REIMBURSEABLE FROM THE GAS TAX FUND TO ADVANCE THE FEDERAL GRANT FUNDS;
AND, APPROPRIATED $18,300 FROM THE GAS TAX FUND TO COVER THE CITY'S LOCAL
SHARE OF THE PROJECT COST: Public Works.
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7. CASH CONTRACT NO. S.S. 636 - GARDENDALE STREET PAVEMENT REHABILITATION
PROJECT FROM LAKEWOOD BOULEVARD TO GARFIELD AVENUE: APPROVED PLANS
AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZED SOLICITATION OF BIDS: Public Works.
8. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 15-04 - RIO SAN GABRIEL PARK WALKING TRAILS
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT: AWARD PROJECT IN THE AMOUNT OF $29,939.50 TO SOUTH
BAY LANDSCAPING, INCORPORATED 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.
9. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 15-05 - ANNUAL MISCELLANEOUS CONCRETE
CONSTRUCTION AND REPAIR PROJECT, AREA "D," SCHOOL CAMPUS FRONTAGES AND
OTHER LOCATIONS: APPROVED PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZED
SOLICITATION FOR BIDS: Public Works.
11. APPROVED AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
DOWNEY AND THE DOWNEY CITY EMPLOYEES FEDERAL CREDIT UNION (A DIVISION OF
CALCOM): Administration.
12. APPROVED A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT TO SET UP THE VIRTUAL LIBRARY
WI-FI NETWORKS: Administration.
13. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 15-7554 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF DOWNEY ADOPTING THE CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION FOR THE POSITIONS OF
ASSISTANT FINANCE DIRECTOR AND DEPUTY CITY CLERK, AND ESTABLISHING
COMPENSATION: Human Resources.
14. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 15-7556 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF DOWNEY SUPPORTING ASSEMBLY BILL 201 AND SENATE BILL 267, TO ALLOW CITIES
TO ADOPT LOCAL RESTRICTIONS FOR REGISTERED SEX OFFENDERS: Administration.
15. INTRODUCED ORDINANCE NO. 15- , AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING IN ITS ENTIRETY CHAPTER 9 OF ARTICLE III OF THE
DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE RELATED TO SEX OFFENDER RESIDENCY RESTRICTIONS:
City Attorney,
16. APPROVED A FEE WAIVER FOR THE USE OF THE SHOWMOBILE BY THE 2015 ANNUAL
RELAY FOR LIFE COMMUNITY EVENT SPONSORED BY THE DOWNEY UNIFIED SCHOOL
DISTRICT: Administration.
17. ACCEPTED THE DONATION OF TWO BULLET AND STAB PROTECTIVE VESTS FOR THE
POLICE DEPARTMENT'S CANINE UNIT FROM VESTED INTEREST IN K9S, INC.: Police.
18. ACCEPTED THE DONATION OF THE OUTDOOR FITNESS EQUIPMENT AT FURMAN PARK
BY DOWNEY KIWANIS LOS AMIGOS: Parks & Recreation.
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Mayor Pro Tern Saab asked if the Department is adequately equipped to meet the needs of the
residents' safety. Fire Chief Gillaspie stated yes, he believes the fleet is in outstanding condition.
A couple of years ago, Fire Administration developed a fire apparatus replacement schedule to
project out the next 50 years to prepare the City and the Department to have an outstanding
department. With this purchase the department will be adequately equipped for the next 50 years.
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tern Saab, seconded by Council Member Brossmer, and
unanimously carried to approve a sole -source vendor agreement with Pierce Fire Apparatus to
provide two fire pumper trucks and appropriate $105,510.78 from the equipment replacement fund
for - '" ' . sales tax.
01ORIVil' i" •
City Manager Livas advised Council there is a new Coffee Cart serving coffee at the Library and
thanked Ms. DeLong, Library Director, for her work on the project.
City Manager Livas advised powerwashing was conducted in the Downtown area and staff will
be obtaining information from the current street sweeperon powerwashing the Downtown area on
regularbasis.
City Manager Livas thanked Mayor Pro Tern Saab and Council Member Brossmer for the
collection
of presentations tonight, noting the presentationmeant•.. to Joshuamother.
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Mayor• - : p.m., adjourned the City Council- • in memoryof •
father of Downey Police Captain
A IA M. JIMENEZ, MC
City Clerk
LUIS H. MA QUE
Mayor
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