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MINUTES OF THE
CITY COUNCIL/COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING
JUNE 22, 2004
The City Council/Community Development Commission of the City of Downey held an
Adjourned Regular Meeting at 6:34 p.m., June 22, 2004, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City
Hall, Mayor/Chairman Kirk Cartozian presiding.
PRESENT:Council Members/Commissioners:
Kirk O. Cartozian
Keith McCarthy
Anne M. Bayer
Meredith H. Perkins
Rick Trejo
Mayor/Chairman
Mayor Pro Tempore/Vice-Chairman
ALSO PRESENT:Gerald M. Caton, City Manager/Executive Director
Charles Vose, City Attorney
Kathleen L. Midstokke, City Clerk/Secretary
Lee Powell, Assistant City Manager
James Makshanoff, Assistant to the City Manager
Darrell George, Director of Community & Economic Development
Desi Alvarez, Director of Public Works
APPROVAL OF CLOSED SESSION MINUTES
It was moved by Council Member/Commissioner Perkins, seconded by Council
Member/Commissioner Trejo and carried 5/0 to approve the Closed Session Minutes of June 8,
2004.
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
Mayor/Chairman Cartozian announced the Council/Commission is recessing to Closed
Session (6:35 p.m.) to discuss matters under the authority of the following sections of the
Government Code:
1. SECTION 54956.8 – Conference with real property negotiator James Makshanoff re:
property: 9125 Anington Avenue; negotiating party: Downey Savings; under negotiation:
price and terms of payment.
2.SECTION 54956.8 – Conference with real property negotiators Gerald Caton and Darrell
George re: property: commonly known as Parcels 1 and 6 of the Downey NASA site
generally bounded by Stewart and Gray Road, Imperial Highway and Lakewood
Boulevard; negotiating party: Eclipse Development; under negotiation; price and terms of
payment.
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3. SECTION 54956.8 – Conference with real property negotiator Desi Alvarez re: property:
Assessor’s Parcel #6256008025; negotiating party: Louie Aragon; under negotiation: price
and terms of payment.
4. SECTION 54957.6 – Conference with labor negotiator Lee Powell re: direction for labor
negotiations with the Downey City Employees’ Association – Maintenance and
Miscellaneous groups and the Downey Public Safety Auxiliary Association.
5. SECTION 54956.9, Subdivision (6) – Conference with legal counsel – anticipated
litigation (exposure to litigation) (one potential case).
RECONVENED
The meeting reconvened in open session at 7:31 p.m. with all Council Members/-
Commissioners present. There were no Closed Session actions to report.
The meeting recessed at 7:32 p.m.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
The meeting reconvened for Oral Communications at 8:39 p.m. with all Council
Members/Commissioners present (see Oral Communications under Regular City Council Meeting)
and recessed at 8:39 p.m.
The meeting reconvened at 10:03 p.m. with all Council Members/Commissioners present.
ADJOURNMENT: 10:04 p.m.
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MINUTES OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
REGULAR MEETING
JUNE 22, 2004
TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS
SUBJECT
Council Member Announcements
ACTION PAGE NO.
Presentations
ZC #04-25 for 8512-8530 Firestone Bl. & 11214-11240 Brookshire Av. Introduced
Reso. #6775 Proposed Budget Fiscal Year 2004-05 Adopted
As Amended
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3
Reso. #6776 Uniform Schedule of Fees
Oral Communications
Adopted 5
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7
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Consent Calendar Items Removed
Council Minutes: Adj . Meeting 06/04/04
Council Minutes: Adj . & Reg. Meetings 06/08/04
Cash Contract #S.S. 522A – Lakewood Bl. Traffic Signal Comm.
Cash Contract #632 –IB – Lakewood Bl. Imp. Proj .
Cash Contract #646 – Lakewood Bl. Water Improvements
Stephen Wright for Building Inspection Contract Renewal
Edington, Peel & Associates Agreement
Smith, Esposito & Lyerly Agreement
Independence Park Playground Renovations Change Order
Reso. #6777 – Opposing Senate Bill 537 (Romero)
Reso. #6778 – State Const. Art. XIII-B, Annual Appropriations Limit
Reso. #6779 – Salary Range for Tree Trimmer Lead Worker
Reso. #6780 – Stewart & Gray Rd. Parking Restrictions
Approved
Approved
Approved
Approved
Approved
Approved
Approved
Approved
Approved
Adopted
Adopted
Adopted
Adopted
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SUBJECT
Reso. #6781 – Real Property Purchase & Sale Agreement w/Downey
Landing, LLC.
Ord. – Ground Lease w/Downey Landing LLC.
Warrants: # 195873 – 196238; Wire Nos. 221-222, 30000823-830;
$3 ,250,710.43
All City Mgmt. Srvcs. Contract Renewal: Crossing Guards
Council Member Requests for Future Agenda Items
Adjournment to 6:30 p.m., July 29, 2004
ACTION
Adopted
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Introduced
Approved
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Approved 9
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MINUTES OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
REGULAR MEETING
JUNE 22, 2004
The City Council of the City of Downey held a Regular Meeting at 7:36 p.m., June 22, 2004,
in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, Mayor Kirk Cartozian presiding.
PRESENT:Council Members:
Kirk O. Cartozian
Keith McCarthy
Anne M. Bayer
Meredith H. Perkins
Rick Trejo
Mayor
Mayor Pro Tempore
ALSO PRESENT:Gerald M. Caton, City Manager
Charles S. Vose, City Attorney
Kathleen L. Midstokke, City Clerk
Lee Powell, Assistant City Manager
James Makshanoff, Assistant to the City Manager
Desi Alvarez, Director of Public Works
John Finch, Chief of Police
Darrell George, Director of Community & Economic Development
Bonnie Kehoe, Director of Community Services
John Michicoff, Director of Finance
Mark Sauter, Fire Chief
Ron Yoshiki, Asst. Director of Community Dev./City Planner
Linda Haines, Building Official
Ron LeVw, Deputy Building Official
Ed Velasco, Housing Manager
Susan Domen, Executive Secretary
COUNCIL MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS
Council Member Bayer recognized in the audience tonight, Fay Campbell, District Four
appointee to the Water Facilities Corporation.
Mayor Pro Tempore McCarthy announced that he had filled in for the Mayor last night by
attending the annual installation of officers for the Sister Cities Association and announced a
fundraiser they are having on August 22, a cruise from Long Beach Harbor honoring local heroes
such as Police Officers and Firefighters.
Mayor Cartozian announced that he helped chaperone for last week for Downey High
School’s Grad Night at Disneyland; indicated there is a meeting planned between City officials and
Downey Baptist Church representatives regarding the Avenue Bistro project scheduled for this
Thursday; and recognized in the audience tonight, David Gafin, Planning Commission and also
candidate for City Council for District One.
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PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Cartozian presented the Mayors Academic Excellence Award to Sawssan Harb, Senior
at St. Matthias High School.
PUBLIC HEARINGS :
1.ZONE CHANGE NO. 04-25 FOR 8512 – 8530 FIRESTONE BOULEVARD AND 11214-
11240 BROOKSHIRE AVENUE (OWNER/APPLICANT: MICHAEL HESLOV;
ADDITIONAL OWNERS : SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON CO., CARLO AND
FELICITAS TAGUINOD, GEORGE AND IDA ELY) – CHANGE ZONING FROM
C-3 (CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT) AND M-1 (LIGHT MANUFACTURING) TO
C-2 (GENERAL COMMERCIAL): ORDINANCE APPROVING ZONE CHANGE.
Mayor Cartozian opened the Public Hearing at 7:43 p.m. City Clerk Midstokke affirmed
receipt of Proof of Publication. It was moved by Council Member Perkins, seconded by Mayor Pro
Tempore McCarthy and so ordered to receive and file.
Asst. Director of Community Dev./City Planner Yoshiki presented a staff report including a
Power Point presentation explaining that the zone change is to bring the subject properties consistent
with the nearby Downtown Zone.
Council Member Trejo asked if there are any more areas similar to this one along Firestone
Boulevard and was informed that this is the last section in the area to be corrected.
Mayor Pro Tempore McCarthy inquired if all three owners were in agreement to the zone
change and if all of the buildings were properties once owned by Elton Wallar. Asst. Director of
Community Development/City Planner Yoshiki stated that all owners were in agreement and
explained the Veterinary Hospital, the Dance Studio and the Auto Shop were not owned by Mr.
Wallar. He noted that Southern California Edison had concerns in regards to any conditions being
imposed due to the change and that they will not be effected unless they try to expand the facility,
then they would be required to file for a conditional use permit.
Mark Esses, Applicant/Owner, stated that they are seeking the re-zoning so that they may
redevelop their portion of land into a commercial development.
Council Member Perkins asked if they had acquired all of these properties and was told that
they own all of Mr. Wallar’s property and are negotiating with the Auto Shop which has one year left
on it’s lease.
Sylvia Sutherland, Southern California Edison Co. representative, noted that the utility
company is not opposed to the re-zoning but explained that they had concerns about the issues that
would arise if they tried to expand the substation. She mentioned that they have to serve the public
and by law need to prove they secured the best location.
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Dr. Taguinod, Downey Veterinary Hospital Owner, asked for clarification as to how this
affects his property and business. It was explained by Asst. Director of Community
Development/City Planner Yoshiki that there are two types, (1) if there is no overnight boarding it
would require a conditional use permit and (2) if it provided overnight boarding it would be
considered non-conforming. He went on to explain that this property/business would have a
grandfather clause allowing it to continue to operate and agreed to speak to Dr. Taguinod after the
meetrng.
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tempore McCarthy, seconded by Council Member Trejo and so
ordered to close the Public Hearing at 7:59 p.m.
City Clerk Midstokke read the title of the Ordinance. It was moved by Council Member
Trejo, seconded by Council Member Perkins and unanimously carried to waive further reading and
introduce the Ordinance approving Zone Change No. 04-25.
ORDINANCE NO.
A ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
AMENDING THE CITY’S COMPREHENSIVE ZONING MAP CHANGING THE
ZONING OF THE PROPERTIES LOCATED AT 8512, 8518, 8522, 8524, 8530
FIRESTONE BOULEVARD AND 11214, 11220, 11240 BROOKSHIRE AVENUE
FROM C-3 (CENTRAI, BUSINESS DISTRICT) AND M-1 (LIGHT
MANUFACTURING) TO C-2 (GENERAL COMMERCIAL) AND ADOPT A
NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT.
2.PROPOSED FISCAL YEAR 2004-05 CITY BUDGET: RESOLUTION ADOPTING
BUDGET WITH IMPLEMENTING DOCUMENTS.
Mayor Cartozian opened the Public Hearing at 8:05 p.m. City Clerk Midstokke affirmed
receipt of Proof of Publication. It was moved by Council Member Perkins, seconded by Mayor Pro
Tempore McCarthy and so ordered to receive and file.
A staff report including a Power Point presentation was presented by Assistant City Manager
Powell who indicated that the preliminary budget had already been the subject of two City Council
Budget Study Sessions held in the last several weeks. He explained that the City Charter requires that
the annual budget be adopted by the City Council prior to July 1 st at a Public Hearing. The total City
budget (including Redevelopment) is $124 million, which can be divided into three parts: General
Fund $55 million; Special Revenue Fund $46 million; and Enterprise Fund $23 million. The largest
component of the City budget is Capital Projects at $42 million.
In reviewing the General Fund budget, the largest component is Police at 44% and next is Fire
at 26%. Together they comprise 70% of the total General Fund budget. As to revenues, they are
more diverse, with Inter-governmental revenue being 25% and Service Fee revenue being 19%. The
largest General Fund revenue is Sales Tax revenue at 28% and Property Taxes following at 22%.
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The budget highlights for this year are: the State budget problems; Employee Pension Plan;
the budget reductions; hope for the future and the Golf Course Club House. In regards to the State
Budget problem, the General Fund is being reduced by $ 1 million, the Street Lighting Fund by
$97,000 and the Redevelopment Debt Service Fund is being reduced by $389,000. The State has
reduced the Motor Vehicle revenues, increased the Property Tax revenue and is reducing the Sales
Tax via the “Triple Flip“.
Assistant City Manager Powell went on to mention that the Employee Pension Plan charges
have increased from $2.8 million to $7.3 million due to the shortfalls from the stock market
investments from 2000 – 2003. He stated that the total budget is down by 52 million and the City
Manager has recommended additional reductions in the amount of $4.6 million. The reserves will
decline from $12 million to $10.5 million. However, the hope for the future is that the Governor has
promised to restore all City funding in the 2006-07 fiscal year; existing laws call for the State to repay
the City approximately $2.5 million in 2006-07 and the Downey Landing Retail Center should be
fully operational by 2006-07.
Council Member Trejo asked what percentages of Property Tax does the City and School
District receive and was informed that the City receives 14 percent and the School District receives
40 percent. He then inquired if the City is taking any measures to protect itself from the Employee
Pension Plan increasing any higher. Assistant City Manager Powell explained that the City is
required to belong to the California Public Employees Retirement System program by law.
There being no speakers, it was moved by Council Member Trejo, seconded by Council
Member Bayer and so ordered to close the Public Hearing at 8:20 p.m.
It was moved by Council Member Trejo, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore McCarthy and
failed by the following vote to amend the Resolution and reinstate the Library Sunday hours (at
a cost of $35,000).
AYES :
NOES :
Perkins, Trejo
Bayer, McCarthy, Mayor Cartozian
Prior to the vote, Director of Community Services Kehoe answered Council questions by
explaining that the Sunday hours were added six years ago and only during the school year. The cost
is $35,000 of which $22,000 pays for the overtime by staff.
It was moved by Council Member Perkins, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore McCarthy and
carried by the following vote to amend the Resolution and reinstate the Snack Bar personnel at
Independence Park (at a cost of $8,400).
AYES :
NOES :
McCarthy, Perkins, Trejo, Mayor Cartozian
Bayer
Prior to the vote, Director of Community Services Kehoe responded to Council questions by
stating that the cost for the snack bar is for personnel only. The snacks, all of which are pre-
packaged, pay for themselves.
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Mayor Cartozian reiterated Council sentiments that an extra pair of eyes in the park are
needed and stated he did not want to see it shut down completely.
Mayor Pro Tempore McCarthy clarified that the allocation for the Social Service grants was
cut by 36 percent with the following breakdown: Downey Symphonic Society $6,400; Downey Art
Museum $3,200; and Downey Rose Float Association $3,200.
City Clerk Midstokke read the title of the Resolution. It was moved by Council Member
Perkins, seconded by Council Member Trejo and unanimously carried to waive further reading and
adopt the Resolution adopting the proposed Fiscal Year 2004-05 City Budget as amended.
RESOLUTION NO. 6775
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
ADOPTING THE FISCAL YEAR 2004-05 BUDGET WITH IMPLEMENTING
DOCUMENTS.
3.UNIFORM SCHEDULE OF FEES: RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING CITY FEES.
Mayor Cartozian opened the Public Hearing at 8:40 p.m. City Clerk Midstokke affirmed
receipt of Proof of Publication. It was moved by Council Member Perkins, seconded by Mayor Pro
Tempore McCarthy and so ordered to receive and file.
Assistant City Manager Powell presented a staff report that included a Power Point
presentation indicating that out of the 603 fees listed, 414 of them remain unchanged. 129 fees are
being increased while one is being decreased, 60 new fees are being proposed and 22 are being
deleted. He mentioned that the Building Fees are being included for the first time and had not been
reviewed since 1991. There are 56 new Building fees and 75 fees are being increased. Assistant City
Manager Powell noted that the other fees being increased are Fire Inspection, Community Center
rentals and Library overdue fees.
The fiscal impact will be an increase in Building Fee revenue of $100,000; Community
Services revenue $6,000; and Fire Department revenue $1,000.
Council Member Bayer clarified that the Library’s overdue fee is $0.10 and increasing to
$0.15 but has a cap of $6.00 that is increasing to $9.00.
Mayor Cartozian inquired when the last time the Planning fees had a major overhaul and was
told that it was three to four years ago. He then recommended that the General Plan
applications/Zone Changes/Parcel Maps be increased to $5,000 as the City is below other cities on
these fees.
City Manager Caton requested that staff be allowed to conduct a comprehensive study and
come back in a few months to Council.
There being no one from the public to come forward to speak, it was moved by Mayor Pro
Tempore McCarthy, seconded by Council Member Perkins and so ordered to close the Public
Hearing at 9:01 p.m.
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City Clerk Midstokke read the title of the Resolution. It was moved by Mayor Pro Tempore
McCarthy, seconded by Council Member Trejo and unanimously carried to waive further reading
and adopt the Resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 6776
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
ESTABLISHING A UNIFORM SCHEDULE OF FEES.
ORAI, COMMUNICATIONS - No one came forward to speak.
CONSENT CALENDAR – ITEMS FOR REMOVAL
10.WARRANTS ISSUED: 195873 – 196238; WIRE NUMBERS 221-222, 30000823-830;
53,250,710.43 : was pulled at the request of Mayor Cartozian and is listed under Other
Business below.
12.RENEWAL OF CONTRACT WITH ALL CITY MANAGEMENT SERVICES, INC.
FOR CROSSING GUARD SERVICES: was pulled at the request of Mayor Cartozian and
is listed under Other Business below.
CONSENT CALENDAR
It was moved by Council Member Perkins, seconded by Council Member Trejo and
unanimously carried to waive further reading of the Resolutions and approve the remainder of
the Consent Calendar items as recommended:
4.
5.
6.
7.
COUNCIL MINUTES: ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING, JUNE 4, 2004: Approve.
COUNCIL MINUTES: ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING, JUNE 8, 2004: Approve.
COUNCIL MINUTES: REGULAR MEETING, JUNE 8, 2004: Approve.
CASH CONTRACT #S.S. 522A – LAKEWOOD BOULEVARD TRAFFIC SIGNAL
COMMUNICATION: AWARD CONTRACT TO STEI IW AND COMPANY, INC.. IN
THE AMOUNT OF Sl,231,738.10: Approve.
8.CASH CONTRACT #632-IB – LAKEWOOD BOULEVARD IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT, PHASE IB, FIFTH STREET TO UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD TRACKS:
APPROVE PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND GRANT AUTHORITY TO ADVERTISE
FOR BIDS: Approve.
9.CASH CONTRACT #646 – LAKEWOOD BOULEVARD WATER IMPROVEMENTS:
AWARD CONTRACT TO ROBERT G. CASTONGIA, INC., IN THE AMOUNT OF
$206,277 : Approve.
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11.RENEWAL OF CONTRACT WITH STEPHEN WRIGHT FOR BUILDING
INSPECTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR THE DOWNEY LANDING
DEVELOPMENT: Approve.
13.AGREEMENT WITH EDINGTON, PEEL & ASSOCIATES FOR CONSULTING
SERVICES, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $45,000 FOR THE PERIOD OF
JULY 1, 2004 TO JUNE 30, 2005 (JAMES DYKSTRA): Approve.
AGREEMENT WITH SMITH, ESPOSITO & LYERLY FOR CONSULTING
SERVICES FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $30,000 FOR THE PERIOD OF
JULY 1, 2004 TO JUNE 30, 2005 (E. DEL SMITH): Approve.
CHANGE ORDER TO AGREEMENT WITH CASRON SERVICES CORP. FOR
RENOVATION OF PLAYGROUND IMPROVEMENTS AT INDEPENDENCE PARK,
IN AN AMOUNT OF $33,442.70: Approve.
RESOLUTION NO. 6777 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY IN
OPPOSITION OF SENATE BILL 537 (STATE SENATOR ROMERO) (SOLID
WASTE MANAGEMENT).
RESOLUTION NO. 6778 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE ANNUAL APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2004-2005.
RESOLUTION NO. 6779 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
ADJUSTING THE SALARY RANGE FOR TREE TRIMMER LEAD WORKER.
RESOLUTION NO. 6780 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
RESTRICTING PARKING OF VEHICLES OVER SEVEN FEET IN HEIGHT ON
THE SOUTH SIDE OF STEWART & GRAY ROAD, BETWEEN COLDBROOK
AVENUE AND 450 FEET WEST OF WOODRUFF AVENUE.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
20.APPROVAL OF PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT AND GROUND LEASE
WITH DOWNEY LANDING, LLC., FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A RETAIL
SHOPPING CENTER AT THE FORMER NASA SITE.
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A staff report was presented by Director of Economic Development George which included a
Power Point presentation explaining that the 34 acre shopping center would include 325,000 square
feet at build out with nationally known tenants. There will also be a 15,000 square foot food court.
The Sale Agreement is for the sale of 19.3 acres bringing in $5.9 million in revenue and the Ground
Lease covers the remaining 14.2 acres bringing in annual revenue of $367,580. The developer is
responsible for two million in EIR traffic-related improvements and the City is entitled to 20 percent
“net sale proceeds” over a base price as participation in any future sale of the retail center. Downey
Landing, LLC. is required to make a good faith deposit of $500,000 and the City is to receive 20
percent of profits in excess of 12 percent annual return on development costs. Director George went
on to state that the development will provide 600 – 800 full time jobs; an estimated $1.0 - $1.2
million annual sales tax; bring in new restaurants and food services to the City and is an investment
of over $60 million in the development of the property. He followed up by outlining the proposed
construction schedule: abatement and demolition to begin in July 2004; mass grading and site
construction to start in October 2004; building construction to be December 2004 – January 2005 ;
tenant turnover to take place July 2005 – September 2005; and the Grand Opening to take place in
October 2005 .
Council Member Trejo clarified that the leased portion is based on $10 per square foot.
Mayor Pro Tempore McCarthy complimented staff on a great job and asked what the length of
the lease is and what percent the sales tax would be. Director George responded that the lease is for
55 years and the sales tax would be the one percent that goes directly to the General Fund and that the
project is expected to generate $100 to $120 million per year.
Doug Gray, Downey Landing, LLC., stated that they are excited to have reached this point and
ready to get started on the project. He also introduced Tom Purcell, Mark Draper, Paul Bernard and
Greg Collins all from the Downey Landing, LLC. group.
Council Member Perkins inquired if the waterfalls discussed are still in the project and was
told yes.
Mayor Pro Tempore McCarthy stated that this was a great thing and inquired if there is a
Clock Tower being built and suggested it be back-lit. Mr. Gray informed him that yes there will be
and it will be back-lit. Mayor Pro Tempore McCarthy also requested that the developer take care
when creating the parking spaces to make sure they are wide enough for vehicles and the rows wide
enough to get around. He then inquired if they were going to be able to incorporate the memorial
tiles into the project and was informed that yes, they are looking into how that can be accomplished.
Council Member Trejo inquired if the signage on Lakewood and Bellflower Boulevards has
been planned yet and Mr. Gray responded that the designs are in Planning already and will pay
homage to the history of the site.
Harold Tskelenis, resident, requested that the developer consider bringing in public art.
Matthew Stafford, student and resident, stated that he really enjoys bookstores and asked if
they were planning on putting one in at this location. He was informed that at this time it is not being
planned.
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City Clerk Midstokke read the title of the Resolution. It was moved by Council Member
Perkins, seconded by Council Member Trejo and unanimously carried to waive further reading and
adopt.
RESOLUTION NO. 6781
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING A REAL PROPERTY PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE CITY OF DOWNEY AND DOWNEY LANDING, LLC.
City Clerk Midstokke read the title of the Ordinance. It was moved by Council Member
Perkins, seconded by Council Member Trejo and unanimously carried to waive further reading and
introduce.
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING A GROUND LEASE BETWEEN THE CITY OF DOWNEY AND
DOWNEY LANDING, LLC.
OTHER BUSINESS – Consent Calendar – Items removed by Council Approval:
10.WARRANTS ISSUED: 195873 – 196238; WIRE NUMBERS 221-222, 30000823-830;
$3,250,710.43.
Mayor Cartozian stated that he had pulled this item to request more information on the cell
phone bills from the Director of Finance which will be brought back to the Council.
It was moved by Mayor Cartozian, seconded by Council Member Perkins and unanimously
carried to approve the warrants issued.
12.RENEWAL OF CONTRACT WITH ALL CITY MANAGEMENT SERVICES, INC.
FOR CROSSING GUARD SERVICES.
Mayor Cartozian clarified that the increase in the contract is due to the increase in hourly rates
and is budgeted at $168,400, pointing out that this is a good example of how cities and schools are
partners in communrtles.
Council Member Trejo questioned if the increase in Worker’s Compensation insurance is
based on actual claims and was informed it is a cost of living increase.
Mayor Pro Tempore McCarthy commented that he is very pleased with the selection of
personnel that this company uses as he has had several encounters with them and has had nothing but
good experiences.
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It was moved by Mayor Cartozian, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore McCarthy and
unanimously carried to approve the renewal of the contract with All City Management Services, Inc.
for a one-year extension.
OTHER BUSINESS – Council Member Requests for Future Agenda Items
Mayor Pro Tempore McCarthy complimented Public Works and Community Services for
working together to improve Independence Park.
Council Member Perkins announced that on June 25, 2004 at 11 :45 the Chamber of
Commerce will install their 101 st President, Jerry Brady and other officers.
Council Member Trejo requested a presentation to the City regarding the West Nile Virus
since it has been detected locally; and requested information on emergency preparedness for medical
office buildings.
Mayor Cartozian requested that staff contact IRG regarding the erection of a movie studios
sign; and requested staff to study the possibility of having marked street parking spaces near the
schools on Old River School Road to increase available spaces.
In response to Council questions, City Manager Caton explained that the meeting is being
adjourned to June 29, 2004 to adopt the Ordinance approving the Ground Lease with Downey
Landing, LLC. so that escrow can close by late July.
ADJOURNMENT: 10:04 p.m.
The meeting adjourned in memory of Norm Robarge, father of Theresa Robarge, Housing
Division; and Chu Y. Chen, mother of William Chern, Building Division, to 6:30 p.m., June 29,
2004 in the Council Chamber of Downey City Hall.
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KATHLEEN L. MIDSTOKKE, City Clerk KIRK 0. CARTOZIAN
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