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Home My WebLink AboutMinutes - 09-28-04 - Regular Meeting01485 ] MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL/COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING SEPTEMBER 28, 2004 The City Council/Community Development Commission of the City of Downey held an Adjourned Regular Meeting at 6:32 p.m., September 28, 2004, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, Mayor/Chairman Kirk Cartozian presiding. PRESENT:Council Members/Commissioners: Kirk O. Cartozian Keith McCarthy Mayor/Chairman (arrived 6:34 p.m.) Mayor Pro Tempore/Vice-Chairman (arrived 6:37 p.m.) Anne M. Bayer Meredith H. Perkins Rick Tmjo ALSO PRESENT:Gerald Caton, City Manager Charles Vose, City Attorney Kathleen L. Midstokke, City Clerk/Secretary James Makshanoff, Assistant to the City Manager Chris Birch, Personnel Director APPROVAL OF CLOSED SESSION MINUTES It was moved by Council Member/Commissioner Perkins, seconded by Council Member/Commissioner Trejo and unanimously carried (3/0) to approve the Closed Session Minutes of September 14, 2004. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION Council Member/Commissioner Bayer announced the Council/Commission is recessing to Closed Session (6:33 p.m.) to discuss matters under the authority of the following section of the Government Code: 1. SECTION 54957.6 – Conference with labor negotiator Chris Birch re: direction for labor negotiations with Downey City Employees’ Association – Miscellaneous group and Downey Public Safety Auxiliary Association. 2. SECTION 54957.6 – Conference with labor negotiators Gerald Caton and Charles Vose re: direction for labor negotiations with Downey Executive and Middle Management. City Council/Community Dev. Comm. Minutes (adj.) 09/28/04 -1- . 014851 RECONVENED The meeting reconvened in open session at 7:35 p.m. with all Council Members/- Commissioners present. There were no Closed Session actions to report The meeting recessed at 7:35 p.m. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS The meeting reconvened for Oral Communications at 8:32 p.m. with all Council Members/Commissioners present (see Oral Communications under Regular City Council Meeting) and recessed at 8:40 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 9:15 p.m. with all Council Members/Commissioners present. ADJOURNMENT: 9:15 p.m. 4babyl)y KATHLEEN L. MIDSTOK}3, City Clerk/Secretary a 0. CARTOZLAN,[ayor/Chairman City Council/Community Dev. Comm. Minutes (adj.) 09/28/04 -2- MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY REGULAR MEETING SEPTEMBER 28, 2004 TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS SUBJECT Council Member Announcements ACTION PAGE NO. 1 2 2 2 2 Presentations Consent Calendar Items Removed Council Minutes: Adj . & Reg. Meetings 09/14/04 Warrants: # 198424 – 198745; Wire Nos. 235, 30000879-886 $2,663,264.54 Used Oil Block Grant Annual Report Lakewood Boulevard Improvement Project Property Acquisition Agreement with Stephen Nelson; 12408 Lakewood Blvd. S540,000 Assignment & Amendment of License Agmlt. for Golf Pro Services at Rio Hondo Golf Course, S&S La Barge Golf, Inc. Purchase & Install New Base Station Radio for JP Comm. Center Mobile Data System for $25,000 Replace AC Sys. in City Hall Computer room from Cal-Air, $33,925 Reso. # 6801 Opposing CA Performance Review Commission’s recommendation to eliminate San Gabriel & Lower LA Rivers & Mountains Conservancy Reso # 6802 Approving Master Lease-Purchase Agrmt. w/OshKosh Capital, $741,199, for Fire Ladder Truck JPA for Orangeline Development Authority Oral Communications Reso. # 6803 Opposing CA Performance Review Commission’s Recommendation to Consolidate Local Workforce Investment Areas Approved Approved Receive/File 2 2 2 Approved Approved Approved 3 3 3 Approved Adopted Adopted 4 4 4 5 5 6 Approved Adopted Agrmt. w/Camp, Dresser & McKee, Inc. for prep. of environmental review documents for proposed NASA park site, $52,590 Reso. # 6800 Supporting LA County Public Safety & Homeland Security Approved Sales Tax Approved .' c . SUBJECT Council Member Requests for Future Agenda Items Staff Member Comments Adjournment to 6:30 p.m., October 12, 2004 ACTION PAGE NO. 6 7 7 ' 01485 : MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY REGULAR MEETING SEPTEMBER 28, 2004 The City Council of the City of Downey held a Regular Meeting at 7:50 p.m., September 28, 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 Caton, City Manager Charles S. Vose, City Attorney Kathleen L. Midstokke, City Clerk 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 Erik Sund, Purchasing Manager Ed Velasco, Housing Manager Steven Yee, Principal Planner Ron Yoshiki, Asst. Director of Community Dev./City Planner Susan Domen, Executive Secretary COUNCIL MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS : Mayor Pro Tempore McCarthy commended the City’s efforts in regards to graffiti and shopping cart removal in area of Golden Park; and congratulated the recent recipients of the Masonic Lodge Community Leadership awards. Council Member Perkins congratulated Joyce Prokop on receiving a “Service Above Self ’ award by the Human Services Association. Stated that he recently toured the Downey Movie Studios with Darrell George; and recognized in the audience, former City of Commerce Mayor LeIa Leon and Downey School Board member Tod Comin. Mayor Cartozian recognized City Council candidates: Gary DeRemer, District 5; and Jose Trujillo, David Gafin and Mark Vasquez for District 1; his parents Fred and Arlene; and friend Miguel Mochas, in the audience. He mentioned that he had recently attended: Downey Rotary and spoke on the responsibilities of being an elected official; and the dinner honoring the visiting Ensenada Sister City delegation, hosted by Bob Winningham. City Council Minutes 09/28/04 -1- 014$5'3 He asked Community Development Director George to describe the three day visit ofZucker and Associates reviewing the City’s permitting process; and wished Darrell George all the best in his new position as Duarte City Manager. PRESENTATIONS : Mayor Cartozian presented the Mayor’s Academic Excellence Award to Neil Patel, student of Downey High School. CONSENT CALENDAR – ITEMS FOR REMOVAL 6.AGREEMENT WITH CAMP, DRESSER & MCKEE, INC. FOR PREPARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW DOCUMENTS FOR PROPOSED NASA PARK SITE FOR $52,590. This item was removed at the request of Council Member Perkins and is listed under Other Business below. 10.A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY IN SUPPORT OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY PUBLIC SAFETY AND HOMELAND SECURITY SALES TAX INITIATIVE (MEASURE “A”). This item was removed at the request of Mayor Pro Tempore McCarthy 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: 1.COUNCIL MINUTES: ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 14, 2004: Approve. 2. 3. COUNCIL MINUTES: REGULAR MEETING, SEPTEMBER 14, 2004: Approve. WARRANTS ISSUED: 198424 – 198745; WIRE NUMBERS 235, 30000879-886; $2,663,264.54: Approve. 4. 5. USED OIL BLOCK GRANT ANNUAL REPORT: Receive and File. LAKEWOOD BOULEVARD IMPROVEMENT PROJECT PROPERTY ACQUISITION AGREEMENT WITH STEPHEN NELSON TO ACQUIRE PROPERTY AT 12408 LAKEWOOD BOULEVARD FOR 5540,000: Approve. 7.ASSIGNMENT AND AMENDMENT OF LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR GOLF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AT RIO HONDO GOLF COURSE WITH S&S LA BARGE GOLF, INC.: Approve. City Council Minutes 09/28/04 o 1 4854 8.PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF NEW BASE STATION RADIO FOR JOINT POWERS COMMUNICATIONS CENTER MOBILE DATA SYSTEM FOR $25,000: Approve 9.REPLACEMENT OF AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM IN CITY HALL COMPUTER ROOM FROM CAL-AIR, INC. FOR $33,925: Approve. 11.RESOLUTION NO. 6801 (ADOPT) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY OPPOSING THE CALIFORNIA PERFORMANCE REVIEW COMMISSION’S RECOMMENDATION TO ELIMINATE THE SAN GABRIEL AND LOWER LOS ANGELES RIVERS AND MOUNTAINS CONSERVANCY. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS : 12.AGREEMENT WITH OSHKOSH CAPITAL TO LEASE-PURCHASE A FIRE LADDER TRUCK OVER A TEN YEAR PERIOD WITH AN INTEREST RATE OF 4.25 PERCENT. Finance Director Michicoff stated that previously Council had approved the purchase of the fire ladder truck, but had yet to determine the method of financing. Staff is recommending the lease- purchase method to preserve the City’s capital funds during the budget crunch. Oshkosh Capital is offering a ten year loan with an interest rate of 4.25 percent and a discount of almost $27,000 which is a cost savings of $3,800 in interest fees per year. Staff is also opting to pay the sales tax directly to the State, so that portion would not have to be financed as well. The loan agreement needs to be approved and returned to Oshkosh by September 30, 2004 to guarantee the interest rate. City Attorney Vose noted that the City Clerk had revised the Resolution that goes along with this agreement to the City’s format and it has been submitted as a supplemental to the Council. Council Member Bayer inquired if the lease could be paid off at an earlier date and was told that yes, there is a buy-out option in the agreement. Mayor Pro Tempore McCarthy inquired as to the reputation and rating of Oshkosh and was informed that they have an excellent reputation. Council Member Perkins suggested that the equipment replacement flmd be kept separate from the general fund and that the ladder truck should not be dispensed with the paramedics. He inquired as to what will happen to the old vehicle and was informed that it will be auctioned off City Clerk Midstokke read the title of the Resolution. It was moved by Council Member Trej o, seconded by Council Member Bayer and carried by the following vote to approve the agreement and adopt the Resolution. City Council Minutes 09/28/04 -3- 014'353 AYES : NOES : Bayer, McCarthy, Trejo, Mayor Cartozian Perkins RESOLUTION NO. 6802 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING A MASTER LEASE-PURCHASE AGREEMENT WITH OSHKOSH CAPITAL IN THE AMOUNT OF $741,199 FOR A FIRE LADDER TRUCK. It was moved by Council Member Perkins, seconded by Council Member Trej o and unanimously carried to waive further reading of the Resolution. 13.JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT FOR THE ORANGELINE DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY. City Manager Caton presented a staff report stating that the City previously authorized payment of dues to the Orangeline Development Authority but had not approved the JP A due to the finalizing of the wording by all involved cities. He also noted that the Council had appointed Council Member McCarthy as the City’s representative to the authority. Council Member Trejo inquired as to the time frame before this would actually occur and was informed that it is difficult to project that, but due to the benefit of most of the land being publicly held or available, it is possible for it to be completed in eight years. It was moved by Mayor Pro Tempore McCarthy, seconded by Council Member Perkins and unanimously carried to approve the Joint Powers Agreement for the Orangeline Development Authority. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Jose Trujillo and Jesse Vaca, Downey residents on Stanbridge Avenue, complained of alleged illegal activities of one of their neighbors and requested the Council’s help. Marianne Gonzales, Downey resident spoke on behalf of 35 families that have formed the NE Downey Neighborhood Watch and asked for continuing support. John Lacy, Downey resident complemented the Council on recent City projects such as Downey Landing and congratulated Darrell George on his new City Manager position. OTHER BUSINESS 14.RESOLUTION OPPOSING CALIFORNIA PERFORMANCE REVIEW COMMISSION’S RECOMMENDATION TO CONSOLIDATE LOCAL WORKFORCE INVESTMENT AREAS. City Council Minutes 09/28/04 -4- 014856 Mayor Pro Tempore McCarthy explained that the South East Los Angeles County Workforce Investment Board was formed 15 years ago to benefit employers and employees with job training. If the Workforce Investment areas were to be consolidated, local control would be lost and this would have a great adverse effect for the local employers and employees. City Clerk Midstokke read the title of the Resolution. It was moved by Mayor Pro Tempore McCarthy, seconded by Council Member Perkins and unanimously carried to waive further reading and adopt. RESOLUTION NO. 6803 (ADOPT) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY OPPOSING CALIFORNIA PERFORMANCE REVIEW COMMISSION’S RECOMMENDATION TO CONSOLIDATE LOCAL WORKFORCE INVESTMENT ARFIAS OTHER BUSINESS – Consent Calendar – Items removed by Council Approval: 6.AGREEMENT WITH CAMP, DRESSER & MCKEE, INC. FOR PREPARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW DOCUMENTS FOR PROPOSED NASA PARK SITE FOR $52,590. Council Member Perkins inquired if this could be covered under the insurance that is paying to clean-up the other areas and was informed that there are different levels of clean-up required for different uses and due to it being developed as a public park the clean-up required is more intense, it does not qualify. It was moved by Council Member Perkins, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore McCarthy and unanimously carried to approve the agreement with Camp, Dresser & McKee, Inc. for preparation of environmental review documents for proposed NASA park site for $52,590. 10.A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY IN SUPPORT OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY PUBLIC SAFETY AND HOMELAND SECURITY SALES TAX INITIATIVE (MEASURE “A”). Mayor Pro Tempore McCarthy reiterated his comments from the previous meeting noting that he agrees with the Chief that more nmding resources are needed although he is not sure that this is the best way to achieve that and therefore, is abstaining from the vote. Chief Finch stated that while he is for small government and keeping costs down that this item will actually help to keep the criminals in jail for longer periods of their sentences and provide the necessary funding to increase the amount of officers on the force and in the streets. Council Member Bayer agreed there is a great need to beef up the force but does not feel that this is the proper way to do so. City Council Minutes 09/28/04 -5- 014857 Council Member Trejo stated that this would be a small sacrifice for much needed greater safety. Council Member Perkins stated that the entire system needed to be overhauled from the judges down and doesn’t feel that this will solve the problems, however, he will support the Chiefs request. John Lacey! resident of Downey3 stated that he has a natural bias against tax increases as he is afraid the monies will get absorbed by the general fund of the County and we would not actually see the proposed five million dollars. Mayor Cartozian noted that while this is a tough decision he is glad that the voters will be the ultimate decision makers in November and would show his support for the Chief City Clerk Midstokke read the title of the Resolution. It was moved by Council Member Perkins3 seconded by Council Member Trejo and carried by the following vote to adopt the Resolution. AYES : NOES : ABSTAIN: Perkins, Trej o, Cartozian Bayer McCarthy RESOLUTION NO. 6800 (ADOPT) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY IN SUPPORT OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY PUBLIC SAFETY AND HOMELAND SECURITY INITIATIVE (MEASURE “A”). It was moved by Council Member Perkins, seconded by Council Member Trej o and unanimously carried to waive further reading. OTHER BUSINESS – Council Member Requests for Future Agenda Items: Mayor Pro Tempore McCarthy mentioned that the web address for the Orangeline Development Authority is www.orangline.calmaglev.org. He reminded the public that there are 16 State ballot measures on the November ballot, in addition to many other offices and that he is a candidate for the Water Replenishment District, Seat 5. He requested Public Works Director Alvarez to explain the new traffic signal equipment at Firestone Boulevard and Brookshire Avenue. Director Alvarez explained that it is intelligent transportation system technology which allows signals to talk to each other and based upon the volume of traffic, to adjust accordingly. Council Member Trejo requested that the Police Chief arrange a luncheon with the local Superior Court judges again this year, and to include the School Board officials. Council Member Perkins requested that the City Manager look into individuals from the public coming into City Hall and using City equipment. He also requested that the next Community Development Closed Session have an item regarding Spartan Lacquer. City Council Minutes 09/28/04 -6- 0: 4858 Mayor Cartozian requested that the Rules of Conduct for City Council and other meetings be reviewed. He also requested that Chief Finch follow up with Mr. Trujillo and Mr. Vaca’s comments made during Oral Communications. He noted that he received a complaint of stagnant water at Lubec Street and Lesterford Avenue and asked staff to respond and follow up with resident. STAFF MEMBER COMMENTS : City Manager Caton invited the public to attend the groundbreaking for the Downey Landing retail development on Tuesday, October 12, 2004 at 4:00 p.m. He requested Community Services Director Kehoe to announce that the City has received additional Federal funding for two after school programs at Alameda and Gauldin Elementary Schools. ADJOURNMENT: 9:15 p.m. The meeting adjourned in memory of Nicole Smith, Finance Division employee and sister of City Council Secretary Shirley Conte; Richard (Dick) Engles, founder of Downey Pop Warner football and Downey resident; and Glenn Lucas, longtime Downey resident, to 6:30 p.m., October 12, 2004 in the Council Chamber of Downey City Hall. KATHLEEN L. MIDSTOKKF,City Clerk City Council Minutes 09/28/04 -7-