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MINUTES OF THE
CITY COUNCIL/COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING
JANUARY 25, 2005
The City Council/Community Development Commission of the City of Downey held an
Adjourned Regular Meeting at 6:32 p.m., January 25, 2005, in the Council Chamber of the Downey
City Hall, 11111 Brookshire Avenue, Downey, California, Mayor/Chairman Anne M. Bayer
presiding.
PRESENT:Council Members/Commissioners:
Anne M. Bayer
Meredith H. Perkins
Rick Trejo
David R. Gafin
Kirk O. Cartozian
Mayor/Chairman
Mayor Pro Tem/Vice-Chairman
ALSO PRESENT:Gerald M. Caton, City Manager/Executive Director
Charles S. Vose, City Attorney
Kathleen L. Midstokke, City Clerk/Secretary
Lee Powell, Assistant City Manager
Desi Alvarez, Director of Public Works
James Makshanoff, Assistant to the City Manager
APPROVAL OF CLOSED SESSION MINUTES
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem/Vice-Chairman Perkins, seconded by Council
Member/Commissioner Trejo and unanimously carried to approve the Closed Session Minutes of
January 11, 2005.
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
Mayor/Chairman Bayer announced the Council/Commission is recessing to Closed Session
(6:33 p.m.) to discuss matters under the authority of the following sections of the Government Code:
1. SECTION 54956.9, subdivision (b) – Conference with legal counsel – anticipated
litigation (exposure to litigation) (one potential case).
2. SECTION 54956.8 – Conference with real property negotiators Gerald Caton and Desi
Alvarez re: property at 9255 Imperial Highway; negotiating party: Spartan Lacquer and
Paint Corp.; under negotiation: price and terms of payment.
The Closed Session adjourned at 7:20 p.m.
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RECONVENED
The meeting reconvened in Open Session at 7:37 p.m. with all Council
Members/Commissioners present.
The meeting recessed at 7:38 p.m.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
The meeting reconvened for Oral Communications at 9:37 p.m. with all Council
Members/Commissioners present (see Oral Communications under Regular City Council Meeting)
and recessed at 9:40 p.m.
The meeting reconvened at 1 1:38 p.m. with all Council Members/Commissioners present.
ADJOURNMENT: 11 :38 p.m.
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ANNE M. BAYER, Mag?17ChirmanKATHLEEN L. MIDSTOKKF,, City Clerk/Secretary
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MINUTES OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
REGULAR MEETING
JANUARY 25, 2005
TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS
SUBJECT
Presentations
Reso. #05-6826; Public Hearing on General Plan Update,
Downey Vision 2025
Public Comment
Consent Calendar Items Removed
Council Minutes: Adj. & Reg. Mtgs. 01/11/05
Cash Contract #S.S. 541 Firestone Blvd. Traffic Safety Imp.
Warrants: # 2001112-201538; Wire Nos. 240; 30000943-950;
$4,411,441.57.
Interim Agrmt. w/Jones & Mayer for City Prosecutor Services
Agrmt. w/Bronstein Co. for On-call Real Estate Appraisal Srvcs.
Appropriate $50,000 from Roberti, Z’berg, Harris Block Grant
Apollo Park Activity Center Bldg. Floor Replacement
Loan Agrmts. Between City and CDC;
Operative Agmt. #’s 33 & 34
Reso. # 05-6823; Appoint Dianne Lumsdaine Hospital Comm.
Reso. # 05-6824; Appoint Representatives to ICRMA
Reso. # 05-6825; Establish Director of Development Srvcs. Pos.
Reso. # 05-6827; Establish Policy re: Ordinances & Resolutions
Ord. re: DMC Section 3186, Speed Limits Lakewood Blvd.
8500 Firestone Blvd.
Reso. #05-6828; Orangeline JPA Amendment, Santa Clarita
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COUNCIL MINUTES, JANUARY 25, 2005
TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTINUED)
SUBJECT
Mid-Year Budget Review
Agrmt. w/ Hawkins, Delafield & Wood; Solid Waste Franchise
Agreement Legal Consultants
Appoint SR9 1/1-605 Corridor Cities Comm., Meredith Perkins
Agrmt. w/Lehman, English, Kelly & O’Keefe, Sacramento
Advocacy Services
Reso. # 05-6826; Establish Benefits for Exec. Mgmt, Middle
Mgmt., & Confidential/Exempt Employees
Council Member Requests for Future Agenda Items
Staff Comments
Adjournment
ACTION
Receive/File
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MINUTES OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
REGULAR MEETING
JANUARY 25, 2005
The City Council of the City of Downey held a Regular Meeting at 7:40 p.m., January 25 ,
2005, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, 11111 Brookshire Avenue, Downey,
California, Mayor Anne M. Bayer presiding.
PRESENT:Council Members:
Anne M. Bayer
Meredith H. Perkins
Rick Trejo
David R. Gafin
Kirk O. Cartozian
Mayor
Mayor Pro Tem
ALSO PRESENT:Gerald M. Caton, City Manager
Charles S. Vose, City Attorney/Economic Development Director
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, Police Chief
Bonnie Kehoe, Director of Community Services
John Michicoff, Director of Finance
Mark Sauter, Fire Chief
Linda Haines, Building Official
Jay Jardn, Senior Planner
Kevin O’Connor, Theatre Manager
Ed Velasco, Housing Manager
Ron Yoshiki, Asst. Director of Community & Economic Development
Susan Domen, Executive Secretary
PRESENTATIONS :
Mayor Bayer presented the Mayor’s Award for Service to the City to Mark Keller, Stage
Supervisor, Downey Civic Theatre.
A representative from the California Highway Patrol and the Automobile Club of America
presented the CA Highway Patrol 10851 Award re: recovery of stolen vehicles to Police Officers
Jason Klevos, Christopher Kurtz, Justin Prentice & Nathan WeinHch.
Mayor Bayer proclaimed February 4, 2005 as “Go Red for Women“ Day, American Heart
Association.
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Council Member Gafin presented Certificates of Appointment to Martin Susnir, Water
Advisory Board and Water Facilities Corporation; Patti Brode, Health and Environmental Sanitation
Committee; Michael Murray, Planning Commission; Jan Scott, Emergency Preparedness Committee;
Bill Minasian, Health and Environmental Sanitation Committee for District 1.
Mayor Bayer presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Gary DeRemer, President, Downey
Rose Float Association.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
1.ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. , A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ADOPTING DOWNEY VISION 2025, A
COMPREHENSIVE UPDATE OF THE CITY’S GENERAL PLAN, INCLUDING AN
UPDATED LAND USE DIAGRAM AND PROPOSED CHAPTERS FOR LAND USE,
CIRCULATION, CONSERVATION, SAFETY, NOISE, OPEN SPACE, DESIGN,
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND CERTIFyING AN ENVIRONMENTAL
IMPACT REPORT : Planning.
The Public Hearing was opened at 8:01 p.m.
City Clerk Midstokke affirmed receipt of Proof of Publication. It was moved by Mayor Pro
Tem Perkins, seconded by Council Member Gafin and so ordered by the Mayor to receive and file.
City Clerk Midstokke noted that supplemental correspondence was received from John and
Louise Sherman, dated January 24; Michael Sullivan, Downey Cares, dated January 24; Gabriel and
Felipe Reyes Trust, dated January 25; and Keith McCarthy, dated January 24.
Mayor Bayer noted she had met with Mr. Lim, a property owner. Council Member Gafin and
Mayor Pro Tem Perkins mentioned they had met with the owners and developers of the Foster Road
property.
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Perkins, seconded by Council Member Gafin and so ordered
by the Mayor to receive and file the supplemental correspondence.
Asst. Director of Community & Economic Development Yoshiki explained that the formation
of the General Plan is a result of two years work by many people and it is approving zoning policies
but not specific projects.
Senior Planner Jardn presented a Power Point presentation briefly explaining the chapters in
the General Plan Update, Downey Vision 2025 .
Community Survey:
A survey conducted through mailers was sent to over 40,000 residents and the greatest
concern for improvements were: more sit down type restaurants, appearance of residential areas,
more shopping areas, parking restrictions in residential areas, traffic congestions, crime/gangs/graffiti
and appearance of commercial areas.
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Circulation Chapter:
This Chapter addresses issues related to traffic congestion. It includes a proposal of widening
intersections to allow for truck turn movements; promoting alternatives to driving such as walking,
bicycling, and bus and train usage and; plans to address ageing infrastructure.
Housing Chapter:
Senior Planner Jarrin stated that this Chapter is not being updated as part of this process due
to the fact that it must be consistent with the Housing Element which will be updated in 2007.
Conservation Chapter:
This Chapter deals with providing natural resources such as: tree preservation, air quality,
solid waste management and water quality.
Safety Chapter:
Deals with hazards that residents might have and one priority is increasing access to the
Hospital with railroad grade separation.
Noise Chapter:
Identifies areas with unacceptable noise levels and required mitigation.
Open Space Chapter:
Proposes enhancing existing parks and cultural amenities.
Design Chapter:
A two prong approach in regards to improving appearance of properties: first as they are
developed or remodeled through the Design Review Board, and secondly, through Code Enforcement
action. Promoting community identification, preserving historical and architectural resources and
promoting public art are additional concerns.
Economic Development Chapter:
Concentrates on capitalizing on the City’s location/access/proximity and visibility; promoting
a balanced tax base; and having a diversified employment base by maximizing on entertainment
industry opportunities.
Land Use Chapter:
The goal of this Chapter is to provide a balance of the land uses throughout the City such as
low density residential; low-medium density residential; medium density residential; neighborhood
commercial; general commercial; commercial manufacturing; office; general manufacturing; park;
riverbed; utility easement; golf course; public (other than schools and parks); public schools; private
schools; and mixed use. Promoting smart growth/livable communities using downtown Downey as a
destination draw; the Downey Landing site and Transit Oriented Development (TOD); and
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enhancing/protecting residential areas are some of the areas of focus. He also referenced the Land
Use map noting that Areas 1 through 19 classifications would change and Areas A through T were
considered, but would not change.
Senior Planner Jarrin concluded by reviewing the Environmental Impact Report document
stating that except for the areas of air quality, noise and certain traffic intersections, the impacts of the
plan could be mitigated to less than significant impact.
Mayor Pro Tem Perkins inquired as to the types of use allowed in Area 1 1 and the impact of
the level of service at the intersection of Stewart & Gray Road and Lakewood Boulevard. Carlton
Water from Urban Crossroads stated that the level of service would be a D, but that the
improvements were necessary because of the improvements at the Downey Landing site regardless.
Council Member Cartozian asked if changing Area 18 from School use to mixed use was the
City’s way of dictating what the school can do on their property. City Attorney Vose explained that
whenever the district uses property designated as school use for anything other than classroom
facilities, they must abide by the City’s zoning codes and by changing these areas to mixed use the
City is providing the district flexibility to hold the fundraisers they are currently holding in a legal
fashion. Council Member Cartozian then questioned the direction of the City in regards to Area o as
an open-space and what they foresee as a use for this property to which Senior Planner Jarrin
explained that the City benefits from active open-space such as parks as well as passive open-space
such as flood control channels and power line right-of-way areas that help to break up the built-up
environment. This property is unique as it sits between two power line right-of-ways and to keep the
area consistent staff recommends it remain as an open-space designation.
Council Member Trejo expressed concerns about allowing used car lots into Area 1 1 with the
zoning change and was informed that in all likelihood a Specific Plan will be developed for this area
detailing the types of uses allowed there.
Sylvia Sutherland, Southern California Edison representative, mentioned that Southern
California Edison had recently met with City Planning staff to discuss putting into productive use
portions of their utility corridor within the City of Downey. She requested that the General Plan
language regarding management of the corridors be revised to facilitate the goals outlined in a letter
that was sent on January 19, 2005, regarding secondary land use.
Paul DeTi11a, resident of Downey, expressed concerns of designating parcels of land owned
by private individuals as passive open-space. He stated that allowing the orderly development of
these such as Area O would enhance the surrounding uses and the funds generated could be used
towards existing parks.
Michael Neal, developer for Mr. and Mrs. Sherman, requested that the property in Area O be
designated as R- 1 as plans have been drawn up to develop this land allowing housing and park type
area. He showed architectural drawings that were presented to the Planning Commission stating this
would be a better use of the property that will also enhance the look of the area.
Louise Sherman, Area O property owner, expressed feelings that by allowing them to develop
this property it would increase the housing availability and the aesthetic appeal of the area.
John Sherman, Area O property owner, noted that this is private property and doesn’t feel the
City has the right to tie their hands as to how to improve the property.
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Don Hardison, AT&T Wireless representative, requested that Area T be changed to open
space so that they may install a wireless communications facility at 1314 Laureldale Avenue, which
is a Southern California Edison power substation.
(JUy Sterner, resident of Downey, challenged the elimination of street parking along Firestone
Boulevard.
Keith McCarthy, resident of Downey, referred to an email he had sent regarding his concerns
with the General Plan. He didn’t see in the plan where the housing growth needs are addressed; liked
the Mixed-Use for the Greenline station but noted that it needs improvements because of noise level
and suggested that the City work with the MTA to resolve this issue; agrees that Areas 5 & 6 be
open-space and hopes to continue to work with the City on a Historical Preservation policy and in
regards to Area S, the Rancho Los Amigos property, if the opportunity presents itself Apollo park
could move to the West and expand.
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Perkins, seconded by Council Member Trejo and so ordered
by the Mayor to close the Public Hearing, the time being 9:22 p.m.
Mayor Pro Tem Perkins thanked everyone who worked on the General Plan 2025 and stated
he would like to have the proposed development of Area O and the proposed AT&T Wireless
Communication facility looked into.
Council Member Gafin stated that in regards to Area O and other areas like this, the City
needs to look into developing them into better uses whether it be housing or self-storage areas.
Council Member Cartozian mentioned he would also like Area O looked into for a different
type of land use and was happy that the Public Arts Commission was included in the plan. He
commented that the parking along Firestone Boulevard is a tough decision but feels that the Public
Works Department was going in the best direction to improve the flow of traffic along this busy
corridor
Council Member Trejo thanked everyone for the time and effort into putting the General Plan
together stating that they did a great job. He noted he agreed with the other Council Members
comments in regards to the open-space areas and was concerned with the response from the survey
that was sent out to over 40,000 residents and only 193 were received back.
Mayor Bayer echoed the thanks and concerns of the other Council Members and thanked the
citizens for coming and voicing their opinions.
City Clerk Midstokke read the title of the Resolution.
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Perkins, seconded by Council Member Canozian and
unanimously carried to waive further reading and adopt the Resolution amending Area O to be
R-1, low density residential and Area T to open-space.
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RESOLUTION NO. 05-6826
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
ADOPTING DOWNEY VISION 2025, A COMPREHENSIVE UPDATE OF THE
CITY’S GENERAI, PLAN, INCLUDING AN UPDATED LAND USE DIAGRAM AND
PROPOSED CHAPTERS FOR LAND USE, CIRCULATION. CONSERVATION.
SAFETY, NOISE, OPEN SPACE, DESIGN, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND
CERTIFYING AN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT; with changes to amend
Area O to low density residential and Area T to open space.
NON-AGENDA PUBLIC COMMENT :
Jay Khairy referenced AB 188 and encouraged the prohibition of smoking on playgrounds
and tot lot areas and to expand it to cover the entire park.
CONSENT CALENDAR – ITEMS FOR REMOVAL
City Clerk Midstokke noted clerical changes to Item No. 10, Agreement No. 34 should reflect
$600,000 and Item No. 7, Agreement compensation should reflect $3,000 per month.
7.APPROVE AGREEMENT WITH LEHMAN, ENGLISH, KELLY AND O'KEEFE
FOR GENERAL ADVOCACY SERVICES IN SACRAMENTO: Public Works. This
item was pulled at the request of Mayor Pro Tem Perkins and is listed under Other Business
below
14.ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. , A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ESTABLISHING THE BENEFITS PAYABLE TO
EMPLOYEES IN CLASSIFICATIONS DESIGNATED AS EXECUTIVE
MANAGEMENT, MIDDLE MANAGEMENT AND CONFIDENTIAL/EXEMPT:
AND REPEALING PRIOR RESOLUTIONS: Administration. This item was pulled at the
request of Mayor Pro Tem Perkins and is listed under Other Business below.
CONSENT CALENDAR
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Perkins, seconded by Council Member Cartozian and
unanimously carried to approve the remainder of the Consent Calendar items as recommended:
2.ADOPTED MOTION WAIVING THE FULL READING OF ALL RESOLUTIONS
ON THE CONSENT CALENDAR. TITLES FOR RESOLUTIONS WHICH APPEAR
ON THE AGENDA, SHALL BE DETERMINED TO HAVE BEEN READ BY TITLE
AND FURTHER READING WAIVED.
3.APPROVED CITY COUNCIL MINUTES: Adjourned and Regular Meetings
January 1 1, 2005: City Clerk.
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4.CASH CONTRACT NO. S.S. 541: AWARDED CONTRACT IN THE AMOUNT OF
$243,594 TO SEQUEL CONTRACTORS FOR FIRESTONE BOULEVARD TRAFFIC
SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS: Public Works.
5.APPROVED WARRANTS ISSUED: Nos. 201112-201538; Wire Nos. 240; 30000943-
950; in the total amount of $4, 411,441.57: Finance.
6.APPROVED INTERIM AGREEMENT FOR CITY PROSECUTOR SERVICES WITH
JONES & MAYER: Administration.
8.APPROVED AGREEMENT WITH BRONSTEIN COMPANY, INC. FOR ON-CALL
REAL ESTATE APPRAISAL SERVICES: Public Works.
9.APPROPRIATED $50,000 FROM THE 2002 ROBERTI, Z’BERG, HARRIS BLOCK
GRANT PROGRAM FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF THE APOLLO ACTIVITY
CENTER BUILDING FLOOR: Community Services.
10.APPROVED LOAN AGREEMENTS BETWEEN THE CITY AND THE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION – OPERATIVE AGREEMENT
NOS. 33 AND 34: Administration noting the clerical change in Agreement No. 34 to reflect
$600,000.
11.ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 05-6823, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF DIANNE
LUMSDAINE TO THE DOWNEY CITY HOSPITAL COMMISSION FOR COUNCIL
DISTRICT ONE: Council Member Gafin.
12.ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 05-6824, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPOINTING SPECIFIC REPRESENTATIVES TO
THE INDEPENDENT CITIES RISK MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY: Finance.
13.ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 05-6825, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ADOPTING THE CLASS SPECIFICATION AND
ESTABLISHING THE SALARY RANGE FOR DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES AND DESIGNATING THE DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
CLASSIFICATION AS EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT: Administration.
15.ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 05-6827, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ESTABLISHING COUNCIL POLICY REGARDING
READING TITLES AND WAIVING FURTHER READING OF ORDINANCES AND
RESOLUTIONS ON THE AGENDA: City Attorney.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS:
16.INTRODUCE AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DOWNEY AMENDING SECTION 3186 OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE
RELATING TO SPEED LIMITS ON LAKEWOOD BOULEVARD: Public Works.
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Public Works Director Alvarez presented a brief report explaining that periodically traffic
studies have to be completed to ensure that the proper speed limit is set for the streets. A study was
completed on Lakewood Boulevard and staff is recommending that the speed limit remain the same.
City Clerk Midstokke read the title of the Ordinance.
It was moved by Council Member Gafin, seconded by Council Member Trejo and
unanimously carried to waive further reading and introduce.
ORDINANCE NO. (1NTRODUCED)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
AMENDING SECTION 3186 OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING
TO SPEED LIMITS ON LAKEWOOD BOULEVARD
17.ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. , A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OV Y ADOPTING THE FIRST AMENDED
JOINT EXERCISE OF POWERS AGREEMENT OF THE OFLANGELINE
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY: Administration.
Assistant City Manager Powell explained in a staff report the purpose of the Orangeline
Development Authority and that the City has been a member for one year. An amendment to the
Authority’s JPA was presented for approval by the City to allow the City of Santa Clarita to join;
however, staff has concerns with continuing participation at this time and is recommending to pull
out of the Authority. He went on to explain that some of the concerns are the increasing cost of
membership, along with phase costs and that the project is a very ambitious one that is facing many
barriers. Along with the two terminus cities not belonging, the Authority does not have control over
the property it will need to build upon, they are not recognized by the MTA, OCTA and SCAG as a
project they are interested in to received Federal and State funding; extensive environmental review
will have to be completed and that the cost of the project will be well into the billions by the time of
completion
Council Member Cartozian expressed his surprise that the item was being considered as he
was unaware of any concerns. He indicated that while the project may cost billions, it has vision and
will require lots of work. He feels it is worthwhile for the City to stay involved. He also noted that
larger Cities generally don’t join until they see the commitment from the smaller communities
involved.
Mayor Bayer questioned if we withdrew now, would we be able to rejoin at a later date and
was informed that we could request to rejoin.
Mayor Pro Tem Perkins noted he understood the points made by Assistant City Manager
Powell, but felt that since we were already paid for this year why not continue. He suggested that the
Authority require 100% of the memberships’ vote to be able to spend any monies as he is also
concerned with runaway costs.
The following spoke on behalf and in support of the Orangeline Development Authority:
Scott Larson, City ofBellflower Councilmember/Orangeline Authority Chairman
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Al Perdon, Executive Director Orangeline Authority
Keith McCarthy, former Council Member/resident of Downey
Bruce Marrows, former Mayor ofCerritos/Lockheed Martin representative
Mike Holland, Field Representative for Assemblyman Hector de la Torre
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Council Member Gafin noted that the project is visionary and progressive although he is
concerned that only 13 out of 30 cities have joined thus far and questioned where the nearest station
would be to Downey. He was informed that two locations are being looked at: Paramount and the I-
105 freeway and the Rancho Los Amigos property. Council Member Gafin then inquired as to how
the percentages were calculated and what Downey’s share of the costs will be and was informed that
it is based on two things: 1) the population of the City, with the percentage being 1.5% and 2) the
length of the line running through the City, with the percentage being .36%. These percentages are
based on all 30 cities being involved.
Mr. Perdon explained that the project will take many phases and funding is being sought from
the private industry as well as Federal flmding and within the next three years they are hoping to have
the funding set up. He sees the City’s cost as being $10,000 – $12,000 in matching funds. Mr.
Perdon responded to Council Members concerns regarding safeguards in the spending of the
Authority’s funds and protection for the City’s encumbrance of such funds by stating that they don’t
spend money that hasn’t been previously approved and he would go to the Board and suggest the
passing of a Resolution to strengthen the protection of the City.
Council Member Trejo stated that other cities such as Las Vegas and Baltimore are working
on these types of projects and inquired what chance they have of receiving Federal funding. Mr.
Perdon responded that a $2.5 billion dollar construction grant is being developed and the favorite to
get a portion of those dollars is Las Vegas.
Mayor Bayer inquired how many cities have joined after Downey and if the cost would go
down as more cities joined. Mr. Perdon responded that seven or eight cities had joined after Downey
and that the cost would not go down but that the budget for the Authority would grow and Downey’s
percentage of those costs would lower as other cities joined. He also noted that it is a goal of the
project if it is successful, to pay back the investments of the cities involved. Mayor Bayer then
inquired if there was a timeline to get the rest of the cities on board and was told that they are just
working on them one at a time and that several have expressed interest already.
Council Member Trejo inquired how Huntington Beach fits into the Orangeline and what their
contribution is and was informed that they are interested in having feeder access to the line and that
their cost if they were to join would be based on population.
Mayor Pro Tem Perkins asked how they could work in the change he requested the Authority
to have 100% approval before expenditures were incurred instead of the current 2/3 . Council
Member Cartozian indicated that he would work on getting that change at the meetings and would
keep the Council informed of the status.
Mayor Pro Tem Perkins requested that this item come back for review in July.
City Clerk Midstokke read the title of the Resolution.
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It was moved by Council Member Cartozian, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Perkins and
carried (4/1) by the following vote to adopt the Resolution granting the amendment to the JPA
with the Orangeline Authority and allowing Santa Clarita to join.
AYES :
NOES :
Cartozian, Gafin, Perkins, Trejo
Mayor Bayer
It was moved by Council Member Cartozian, seconded by Council Member Gafin and
unanimously carried to waive further reading.
RESOLUTION NO. 05-6828
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ADOPTING
THE FIRST AMENDED JOINT EXERCISE OF POWERS AGREEMENT OF THE
ORANGELINE DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY.
18.RECEIVE AND FILE MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW: Administration.
Assistant City Manager Powell presented a brief report stating that the mid-year review
indicates that the City is operating in line with the original budget forecasts.
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Member Perkins, seconded by Council Member Cartozian
and unanimously carried to receive and file the Mid-Year Budget Review report.
19.APPROVE AGREEMENT WITH HAWKINS, DELAFIELD AND WOOD TO
PROVIDE LEGAL/CONSULTING SERVICES FOR THE PREPARATION OF A
SOLID WASTE SERVICES FRANCHISE AGREEMENT: Public Works.
Public Works Director Alvarez explained that the solid waste agreement is very complex to
prepare and since the current one expires in December of this year they are starting the process now.
It is planned that an Request For Proposal (RFP) for services will be issued by early June. He stated
that this company will assist in the preparation of the franchise agreement which will include the
RFP. It is planned that the agreement come back to Council by early fall to allow for any transition
processes that may need to take place.
Council Member Cartozian inquired as to the cost of the agreement, how it is to be
reimbursed and about the lost interest on the money because of it not being invested. Public Works
Director Alvarez responded that the cost would be approximately $50,000 which comes out of sewer
funds and would be reimbursed by the new contractor. He stated that the monies will be spent over a
period of time, not all at once; and therefore the loss of interest rates in minimal compared to the
significance of the contract.
Mayor Pro Tem Perkins stated that he would like to see the RFP ready by late May and
congratulated Public Works on starting this long process early.
It was moved by Council Member Cartozian, seconded by Council Member Gafin and
unanimously carried to approve the agreement with Hawkins, Delafield and Wood to provide
legal/consulting services for the preparation of a Solid Waste Services Franchise Agreement.
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20.APPROVED APPOINTMENT OF MAYOR PRO TEM PERKINS TO THE
SR91/1-605 CORRIDOR CITIES COMMITTEE: Administration.
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Perkins, seconded by Council Member Cartozian and
unanimously carried to appoint Mayor Pro Tem Perkins to the SR91/1-605 Corridor Cities
Committee.
OTHER BUSINESS :
CONSENT CALENDER – ITEMS REMOVED BY COUNCIL APPROVAL:
7.APPROVE AGREEMENT WITH LEHMAN, ENGLISH, KELLY AND O’KEEFE
FOR GENERAL ADVOCACY SERVICES IN SACRAMENTO: Public Works.
Mayor Pro Tem Perkins shared his concerns about using this firm and requested that a report
of what they are working on be brought back to Council.
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Perkins, seconded by Council Member Trejo and
unanimously carried to approve the agreement noting, the clerical change in the agreement
compensation to reflect $3,000 per month.
14.ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 05-6826, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ESTABLISHING THE BENEFITS PAYABLE TO
EMPLOYEES IN CLASSIFICATIONS DESIGNATED AS EXECUTIVE
MANAGEMENT, MIDDLE MANAGEMENT AND CONFIDENTIAL/EXEMPT;
AND REPEALING PRIOR RESOLUTIONS: Administration.
Assistant City Manager Powell responded to Councils inquiries expiaining that this
Resolution will incorporate all of the recently passed Resolutions into one comprehensive document
with the addition of increasing the monthly maximum retired insurance benefit of the Police and Fire
Chiefs to match that of their sworn employees.
City Clerk Midstokke read the title of the Resolution.
It was moved by Council Member Trejo, seconded by Mayor Bayer and carried (4/1) by the
following vote to adopt the Resolution:
AYES :
NOES :
Cartozian, Gafin, Trejo, Mayor Bayer
Perkins
It was moved by Council Member Trejo, seconded by Council Member Gafin and
unanimously carried to waiver further reading.
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OTHER BUSINESS – Council Member Announcements or Requests for Future Agenda Items:
Council Member Gafin requested a future agenda item on the feasibility of using synthetic
grass on the medians and announced that he had attended the recent Chamber of Commerce
Anniversary luncheon, the City Affairs Committee meeting, and the Chamber Board of Directors
meeting. He also noted that he had attended a meeting of the Unity in the Community group and
encouraged a similar group to form for the Golden Park area.
Council Member Cartozian requested a meeting with the Economic Development Director to
review the progress of the development review process.
Mayor Pro Tem Perkins announced that he had attended the Downey Hospital Board meeting
this morning and that the City’s voice is being heard; and requested a Closed Session review of the
Secretary of Economic Development/City Attorney position.
STAFF MEMBER COMMENTS:
Assistant City Manager Powell congratulated Council Member Gafin on his recent
performance as a Police Officer in the “Odd Couple“ play at the Downey Theatre.
ADJOURNMENT: 11:38 p.m.
The meeting adjourned in memory of Elton Wallar, longtime local business owner and
Downey resident to 6:30 p.m., February 8, 2005, in the Council Chamber of Downey City Hall.
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ANNE M. BAYER, maKATHLEEN L. hW)STOKKF. City Clerk
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