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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 06-25-02 - Regular Meeting014183 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL/COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING JUNE 25, 2002 The City Council/Community Development Commission of the City of Downey held an adjourned regular meeting at 6:36 p.m., June 25, 2002, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, Mayor/Chairman Meredith H. Perkins presiding. PRESENT:Council Members/Commissioners: Meredith H. Perkins Rick Trejo Kirk O. Cartozian Keith McCarthy Mayor/Chairman Mayor Pro Tem/Vice-Chairman ABSENT :Robert C. Winningham (excused) ALSO PRESENT:Gerald M. Caton, City Manager/Executive Director Charles Vose, City Attorney Kathleen Midstokke, City Clerk/Secretary Lee Powell, Assistant City Manager Darrell George, Director of Community & Economic Development/ Assistant Executive Director William Davis, Business Development Manager Vicki Jenkins, City Librarian Christina Vogel, Assistant to the City Manager APPROVAL OF CLOSED SESSION MINUTES – JUNE 25, 2002 It was moved by Council Member/Commissioner McCarthy, seconded by Council Member/Commissioner Cartozian, and unanimously carried to approve the Closed Session Minutes of June 11, 2002. CLOSED SESSION Mayor/Chairman Perkins announced the Council/Commission is recessing to Closed Session (6:37 p.m.) to discuss matters under the authority of the following Sections of the Govemment Code: A. SECTION 54957.6 – Conference with labor negotiator Lee Powell re direction for labor negotiations with the Downey Firemen’s Association, Downey Police Officers Association and the Police Management Association. B. SECTION 54956.9 - Subdivision (b) – Conference with legal counsel – anticipated litigation (exposure to litigation) (one potential case). City Council/Community Dev. Comm. Minutes (adj .) 6/25/02 -1- 01418, C. SECTION 54956.8 – Conference with real property negotiator Darrell George re property: 11 037 Downey Avenue; negotiating parties: Paul Granata and Jim Simington; under negotiation: price and terms of payment. The meeting reconvened in open session at 7:37 p.m. with Council Members/- Commissioners Cartozian, Trejo, McCarthy and Perkins present; Council Member/Commissioner Winningham absent. There were no Closed Session actions to report. The meeting recessed at 7:38 p.m ORAL COMMUNICATIONS The meeting reconvened for Oral Communications at 8:35 p.m. with Council Members/- Commissioners Cartozian, Trejo, McCarthy and Perkins present; Council Member/Commissioner Winningham absent (see Oral Communications under the Regular City Council Meeting) and recessed at 9: 16 p.m. Council Member/Commissioner Winningham arrived at 9:40 p.m . The meeting reconvened at 10:28 p.m. with all Council Members/Commissioners present and recessed to Closed Session to complete discussion of Closed Session Items previously announced. The meeting reconvened in Open Session at 1 1 :29 p.m. with all Council Members/- Commissioners present. There were no Closed Session actions to report. ADJOURNMENT: 11 :30 p.m M„b}# Kathleen L. Midstokke, City Clerk/Secretary Meredith H. Perkins, Mayor/Chairman II: cclcrk SCOIItC \NI IN-ADJ-i)6- 25-0: City Council/Community Dev. Comm . Minutes (adj .) 6/25/02 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY JUNE 25, 2002 TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO. Mayor’s Soaring Eagle Award for June to Sergeant Garza Mayor Perkins presented Certificates of Achievement in Education to several part-time employees Appeal, Conditional Use Permit #02-08 and Zone Variance #02-27 for property at 7423 Firestone Blvd. Cont. to 7:30 p.m. 8/27/02 3 4 5 5 Res. #6577, adopting the Fiscal Year 2002-03 Budget Adopted Speakers regarding the Police pursuit that resulted in the death of Gonzalo Martinez & related issues Hector Vallej an re problems with speeders in his neighborhood of Cord Ave. Al Montero re speeders in the neighborhood of Cord Ave. and Brookpark Rd.; also noted a convicted felon was released in this neighborhood & the Downey Police Dept. was notified AnnaLisa Hungerford presented documents on behalf of the Friends of Jotmic’s Broiler to register the site as a historical landmark Christie Wall spoke on behalf of the Friends of Johnie’s Broiler and submitted additional signatures for the petition to save Johnie’s Broiler 6 Chuck Anna noted cleanup is now underway at the former Rio Hondo Hospital; and thanked the Council for the new playground equipment scheduled for Dennis the Menace Park 6 7 7 Res. #6578, establishing a uniform schedule of fees Adopted Removal of Items from Consent Calendar PAGE 1 OF 6 COUNCIL MINUTES, JUNE 25, 2002 TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTINUED) SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO. Council Minutes: Adj. Reg. Mtg. 6/4/02 & Adj. & Reg. Mtgs. 6/11/02 Approved 8 Cash Contract #622 – Rio Hondo Golf Club driving range fence replacement: Reject all bids received, auth. revisions to the scope of work, and grant authority to re-advertise for bids under Cash Contract 622 A Approved 8 8 Warrants Issued: #177001-177379; Wire Nos. 30000356-363 ; 82.5 16,425.69 Approved Building Division Project Management Services: Auth. the City Manager to enter into a contract w/Chuck Daleo, Building Code Consultant Approved 8 Annual project update for expenditure of Proposition A and C Local Return Funds: Approve the annual project update & auth. the transmission of necessary documents to the L. A. County Metropolitan Transportation Authority Approved 8 Professional Service Contract w/Jack Kanner for employee training course: Auth. staff to develop and the City Mgr. to execute a contract w/Jack Kanner of Professional Safeguard Response in an amount not TO exceed 526,500 to develop & deliver an employee training course to the Fire Dept.Approved 8 Agreement w/Edington, Peel & Assoc., Inc. for general advocacy consultant services: Aut ll. an agreement in an amount not to exceed $45,000 for the period of 7/1/02-6/30/03 Approved 8 Agreement w/E. Del Smith & Co., Inc. for general advocacy consultant services: Auth. an agreement for an amount not to exceed $30,000 for the period of 7/1/02-6/30/03 Approved 8 9 Res. #6579, approv. and adopt. the Annual Appropriations Limit for Fiscal Year 2002-2003 Adopted Res. #6580, calling & giving notice of the holding of a General Municipal Election to be held 11/5/02 for the election of certain officers of the City as required by the provisions of the Charter of the City of Downey Adopted 9 PAGE 2 OF 6 COUNCIL MINUTES, JUNE 25, 2002 TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTINUED) SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO. Res. #6581, requesting the Board of Supervisors of the County of L. A. to consolidate the City General Municipal Election on 1 1/5/02 with the Statewide General Election on the same date Adopted 9 Res. #6582, adopting regulations for candidates for elective office pertaining to Candidates Statements submitted to the voters at the General Municipal Election on 1 1/5/02 Adopted 9 Res. #6583, approv. the application for additional excess revenue from the County of L. A. Regional Park and Open Space District for Independence Park, skate park and tennis center lmprovements Adopted 9 9 Ord. #1126, amending the Downey Municipal Code, Art. IV, Chapter 2, Section 4254 re dog feces Adopted Cash Contract #627 – Bellflower Blvd. improvement proj . : Relieve Palp Inc., DBA Excel Paving Co. of their bid & award a unit price contract to Sialic Contractors Corp., DBA Shawnan; and appropriate funds Approved 10 Groundwater conjunctive use in West and Central Basins agreement for facilitation services: Approve an agreement w/Rauch Communications Consultants LLC, with condition not to execute before reimbursement agreement is executed Approved 11 12 Res. #6584 consenting to a change of control of the cable franchise Adopted Zone Change #01-23 & Zone Change #02-37 for properties at 1 1221 Paramount Bl., 11205 Paramount Bl., 7936-52 Firestone Bl., and 7944 Firestone Bl. Set hrg. 7:30 p.m. 7/9/02 12 Building Division plan check services: Auth. the City Mgr. to renew the contract w/Ralph A. Ewers Approved 13 PAGE 3 OF 6 COUNCIL MINUTES, JUNE 25, 2002 TABLE OF MINUTE AC'rioNS (CONTINUED) SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO. Truck-impacted intersection improvements: Auth. the City Mgr. to execute a cooperative agreement \v/the Gateway Cities Council of Governments for providing improvements at the intersection of Paramount Bl. & Florence Av. and for providing the local match funding ofS55,000; & appropriate $55,000 in gas tax funds for local match funding Approved 14 Cn. McCarthy re a letter complimenting the work ethics of Downey Firefighters sent to assist with the Copper Canyon fire in Saugus 14 Cn. McCarthy re a letter from Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall commending the Police Dept. for assisting in an attempted escape 14 Cn. McCarthy noted new Downey Chamber of Commerce President, Lucy Wilson was in attendance earlier & noted he attended her installation as new Chamber President 14 14 Cn. McCarthy commended his son Sean McCarthy for graduating from Downey High School as the Class Salutatodan Cn. Wirmingham asked Mr. Jarrett to speak on upcoming events: Mr. Jarrett noted the dedication of new playground equipment at Wilderness Park & the dedication on Saturday of the new transrt center 14 Cn. Wirmingham noted he and other Council Members joined the Downey Unified School District in the presentation of a proposed new 565 million bond issue for the November ballot 15 15 Cn. Winningham mentioned attending a board meeting of the Water Replenishment District with Mr. Alvarez Cn. Winningham noted Judge London Steverson stepped down as President of the Downey Sister Cities Association and welcomed new President Steve Hartsfield 15 15 Cn. Trejo thanked Chief Finch for meeting with him to review the Officers on Campus program PAGE 4 OF 6 COUNCIL MINUTES, JUNE 25, 2002 TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTINUED) SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO. Cn. Trejo thanked Community Services staff for setting up a basketball tournament to showcase talent in Downey 15 Cn. Trejo noted it was brought to his attention there is a rodent problem in the City & requested staff review 15 15 Cn. Cartozian noted the South East Area Animal Control Authority has raccoon traps available Cn. Cartozian congratulated Cn. McCarthy for having his first child graduate from high school & with the honor of being Class Salutatorian 15 15 Cn. Cartozian mentioned attending the Downey Chamber of Commerce’s installation of new officers Cn. Cartozian mentioned attending the meeting at the Downey Unified School District re the presentation of the new school bond 15 Cn. Cartozian thanked Lois Buchanan for inviting him to attend a Latter-day Saints event where the keynote speaker was Gordon Hinkley, President of the Latter-day Saints 15 Mayor Perkins mentioned attending the Annual Public Works Employee Recognition Pancake Breakfast honoring employees who have done an outstanding job 16 Mayor Perkins re attending a staff training session for staff who will run the City’s Parks and Recreation programs this summer 16 16 Mayor Perkins advised the raccoon problem is a problem in other cities as well but noted they are a protected species Mr. Caton acknowledged staff members Vicki Jenkins, City Librarian & Linda Haines, Building Official, and thanked them for their diligent work on behalf of the City 16 16 Mr. Caton encouraged everyone to attend the new Robinson- May Home Store at the Stonewood Shopping Center PAGE 5 OF 6 COUNCIL MINUTES, JUNE 25, 2002 TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTINUED) SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO. Mr. Caton mentioned sales at Stonewood Shopping Center have exceed those at the Lakewood MaII on a sales per square foot basis 16 Adjounred in memory of John Wayne Fleetwood. father of former Council Member Joyce Lawrence 16 16Meeting adjourned to 6:30 p.m., Jujy 9. 2002 H:\cclerk\sconte\tab10625 PAGE 6 OF 6 014 ISS MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY JUNE 25, 2002 The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 7:40 p.m., June 25, 2002, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, Mayor Meredith H. Perkins presiding. PRESENT :Council Members: Meredith H. Perkins Rick Trej o Kirk O. Cartozian Keith McCarthy Robert C. Winningham Mayor Mayor Pro Tem (arrived at 9:40 p.m.) ALSO PRESENT:Gerald M. Caton, City Manager Charles Vose, City Attorney Kathleen Midstokke, City Clerk Lee Powell, Assistant City Manager Desi Alvarez, Director of Public Works John Finch, Police Chief Darrell George, Director of Community/Economic Development James Jarrett, 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 Vicki Jenkins, City Librarian Bonnie Kehoe, Manager, Recreation Division Ed Velasco, Manager of Housing Christina Vogel, Assistant to the City Manager Shirley Conte, Executive Secretary PRESENTATIONS Mayor Perkins presented to Sergeant Steve Garza of the Downey Police Department, the Mayor’s Soaring Eagle Award for Education for the month of June, noting Sergeant Garza is attending Cal State Long Beach and will receive his Bachelors Degree in February. Sergeant Garza thanked the Mayor and Council for the recognition and noted there are other Downey Police Officers and Firemen in the program he attends at Cal State Long Beach. He also thanked his wife for her support. Mayor Perkins presented a Certificate of Achievement in Education to part-time employee Pamela Morris, Administrative Clerk II, Community Services Department, who is attending Cal State Dominguez Hills working towards her Bachelors Degree and teaching credential. He noted she received the honor of “Cum Lade“ for her scholastic achievements. Council Minutes 6/25/02 -1- 014186 Ms. Morris thanked the Mayor for the honor and thanked her husband, family and City co-workers for their help in her educational journey. Mayor Perkins presented a Certificate of Achievement in Education to part-time employee Therese Jabananthan, Site Director of ASPIRE Program at Carpenter Elementary School, Community Services Department. He noted Ms. Jabananthan graduated from Cerritos College with an Associate of Arts Degree in early childhood education. Ms. Jabananthan thanked the Mayor and noted she was privileged to come to Downey 24 years ago and felt blessed and privileged to work and live in this City, Mayor Perkins presented a Certificate of Achievement in Education to part time employee, Cynthia Reich\vein, Recreation Coordinator. Community Services Department, who graduated from Cenitos College with an Associate of Arts Degree in general education. He noted Ms. Reichwein will attend Long Beach State College in the fall to earn her teaching credential. Ms. Reichwein thanked the Mayor for acknowledging her achievement and thanked her family for supporting and encouraging her. She also thanked the Community Services staff for working around her schedule. Mayor Perkins presented a Certificate of Achievement in Education to part time employee, Julia DeLeon, Recreation Leader, Community Services Department, who graduated from Loyola Marymont University with a Bachelors Degree in psychology and is pursuing a career as a teacher. Ms. DeLeon thanked the Mayor for acknowledging her achievement and acknowledged Community Services staff members who provided her with support. She also thanked her family and friends for their support. Mayor Perkins presented a Certificate of Achievement in Education to part time employee, Christian Burgos, Police Aide with the Downey Police Department, who will graduate this month with his Bachelors Degree in political science from the University of California at Los Angeles and will continue on to law school at Harvard University on the East Coast. Ms. Burgos thanked the Mayor and Council for the recognition. He also thanked Chief Finch and the Police Department for providing him with the opportunity to work and attend school at the same time. He also thanked his parents and brother for their support, guidance and love. HEARINGS Mayor Perkins opened the public hearing on APPEAL, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 02-08 AND ZONE VARIANCE NO. 02-27 FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 7423 FIRESTONE BOULEVARD. Ms. Midstokke affirmed receipt of the Proof of Publication. It was moved by Council Member McCarthy, seconded by Council Member Trejo and so ordered to receive and file. Mayor Perkins advised staff is recommending the hearing be continued to 7:30 p.m., July 9th, and noted the applicant has requested the hearing be continued until August 27th. Council Minutes 6/25/02 01418 l / Mr. Caton pointed out this is an ongoing Code Enforcement action and staff is recommending it be heard sooner rather than later. He noted the attorneyp Mr. Roth> representing the applicant has waived the rule that guarantees a speedy resolution of the appeal, as he will be out of the State and requested the hearing be postponed to August 27th. Council Member Cartozian advised he will not be in attendance at the July 9th meeting and suggested moving the hearing to July 2:3rd to allow it to be heard before a five-member Council. In response to Council Member McCarthy, Chief Finch advised this is an ongoing violation and by allowing an extension the violation will exist longer than necessary. After further discussion by the Council, it was decided to postpone the hearing to August 27th Mayor Perkins asked if anyone present could not attend the Council Meeting of August 27th and wished to speak to the matter at this time. There being no one to speak, it was moved by Council Member McCarthy, seconded by Council Member Cartozian, and unanimously carried (4-0) to continue the hearing to August 27, 2002, in the Council Chamber of Downey City Hall. Mayor Perkins opened the public hearing on CITY OF DOWNEY PROPOSED BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2002-2003. Ms. Midstokke affirmed receipt of the Proof of Publication. It was moved by Council Member Trejo, seconded by Council Member McCarthy and so ordered to receive and file. There was no correspondence received regarding this matter. Mr. Powell presented a Power Point program of the 2002-2003 Proposed Budget noting it was previously presented to the City Council at a Budget Study Session held June 4th. He advised the budget was modified slightly based on actions taken at the Budget Study Session. He explained the proposed budget commences July 1, 2002, ends June 30, 2003, and includes the City and Redevelopment budgets for a total of $105,112,000. He reviewed the three main budget segments: The General Fund, Special Revenue Funds and Enterprise Funds and discussed five major budget highlights: The State budget problem where the City could lose up to $345,000 in funding; the School Resource Officer program previously funded by grants that have expired, where the City will now pick up 50 percent of the cost; the NASA filming management program; the Downey Space Science Learning Center where the City hopes to build a facility at the former NASA site to provide a special learning component related to the history of the property; and the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES), a new environmental requirement for all cities in Southern California to clean the stormwater that goes through the drainage systems. He reviewed capital projects within the budget, such as installation of special traffic control systems along Lakewood Boulevard; upgrading traffic signals along Firestone Boulevard; installing landscape medians on Paramount Boulevard; completing the skate park at Independence Park; and fire station improvements. He also pointed out the City only receives S.14 out of every dollar paid by its citizens for property taxes. He commented on the five changes to the budget document as a result of the June Council Minutes 6/25/02 0 1 4 1 8 S 4th Budget Study Session: Modification of the Bellflo\\'er Boulevard sewer and street project; modification of the park project budget; modifications to the Community Development Block Grant Fund to bring it in line with approvals made at the public hearing held a month go; and the shifting of funds in the Community Services budget to provide 55,000 in the Theatre budget for a children’s theatre program. In response to comments from the Council, Mr. Powell advised the reduced State funding will probably be felt in the Redevelopment Agency area, in the COPS grant program (money for law enforcement) and in the Public Library Foundation. He noted the State grant funding for the School Resource Officer program declined and the City will fund half of the program cost. He also advised that revenue received from filming contracts at the NASA site will help to offset the City’s costs to maintain the property, such as insurance policies. maintenance of the grass, maintenance of the buildings, and with utilities related to the buildings. Mayor Perkins asked if anyone present u’ished to speak regarding the Proposed Budget for fiscal year 2002-2003. David Bowers, 10620 Dolan Avenue, referred to the 5345,000 loss of income from the State and wondered if this was calculated into the budget and if more drastic cuts could happen. He referred to the film management program and hoped the film companies are being charged for the use of utilities. He also referred to the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System WDES) and felt the Council needs to work with other cities regarding these tough rules. In response to Mr. Bowers. Mayor Perkins advised the City will hold off on capital expenditures until the State adopts its budget. He also pointed out the City adopts a balanced budget and is mandated to do so by July 1st each year. He advised no electricity is furnished to filmmakers at the NASA site and they utilize generators. He also noted 44 cities are fighting the NPDES permit at this time and the City of Los Angeles has initiated a law-suit in an attempt to straighten it out. Lennie Whittington, 8542 Manatee Street, thanked the Mayor and Council for allowing the public to participate in the Budget Study Session, stating in past years this has not been allowed. He referred to the NASA site and stated he read the City is paying $25,000 a month for using the property. He suggested the City not become complacent into thinking it will make a lot of money off the former NASA site, noting there are many sites available for filming that are vying for contracts. There being no one else to speak, it was moved by Council Member Cartozian, seconded by Council Member McCarthy, and so ordered to close the Public Hearing. RESOLUTION NO. 6577 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ADOPTING THE FISCAL YEAR 2002-03 BUDGET WITH IMPLEMENTING DOCUMENTS The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Council Member Trejo> seconded by Council Member McCarthy, and unanimously carried (4-0) to waive further reading and adopt. Council Minutes 6/25/02 -+- 014 IB !) Council Member Cartozian commended staff for the budget information and for attending the budget review session to answer questions from the Council. He noted he was happy with where the money was going and with the money allotted to continue community policing programs on the high school campuses. Council Member Trejo also commended staff and the City for being financially and fiscally responsible and commended the City Manager’s transmittal letter. He inquired if staff would come back to the Council if the State budget decrease changes and the response was yes. Council Member McCarthy commended staff for the amount of information provided in the budget document and thanked everyone who participated in the Budget Study Session on June 4th. He noted one of the reasons the budget is larger this year is due to 59 million in capital improvements for Lakewood Boulevard, which was relinquished to the City from the State. He mentioned his concern for the budget next year if the State continues to face serious challenges. Mayor Perkins stated the City’s budget is reasonably clear in comparison to other cities. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS The following people spoke regarding the Police pursuit that resulted in the death of Gonzalo Martinez and related issues: Augustin Cevada, Altacalifa (sp. ?), Atzlan Cheno Romero, 6669 Loveland Street, Bell Gardens Michael Lakey, 11706 Coldbrook Avenue, Apartment 7 Norma Martinez, 9525 Ardine Street, mother of Gonzalo BIanca Barrios, 1043 1 Newville Avenue Lennie Harris, Los Angeles Chapter of the October 22nd Coalition to stop police brutality Jorge Perez, 9530 Ardine Street David Bowers, 10620 Dolan Avenue Mayor Perkins responded that the Council did receive a copy of the letter referred to by Mrs. Martinez. Hector Vallej an, 9139 Cord Avenue, stated this is the third time he has come to the Council. He mentioned coming before the council regarding fireworks and noted this battle was lost in the recent election. He requested the Council’s help regarding a problem with speeders in his neighborhood where many children are playing at great risk. Al Montero, reiterated the comments of Mr. Vallej an, advising the neighborhood in question is between Telegraph Road, the 1-5 Freeway, and between Lakewood Boulevard and the 605 Freeway. He advised that drivers disregard the speed limit in this area, especially on the corner of Cord Avenue and Brookpark Road where at least 15 children live and he requested help with signals, stop signs or anything that will deter motorists from speeding. He also noted that an area Sheriffs Department recently released a convicted felon in this neighborhood and the Downey Police were notified Council Minutes 6/25/02 -5- 01419( 1 Mayor Perkins referred Mr. Vallejan and Mr. Montero to the City Manager after the meeting. AnnaLisa Hungerford, 12648 Glenshire Road, presented documents on behalf of the Friends of Johnie’s Broiler to have Johnie’s registered as a historical landmark in the California Registry and urged the Council to support this effort. She also referred to historical articles she received from a gentleman in Utah regarding Johnie’s Broiler dating back to 1961. Christie Wall, spoke on behalf of the Friends of Johnie’s Broiler and submitted 1,900 additional signatures for the petition to save Johnie’s Broiler. She noted fundraisers and yard sales have been held to obtain the nomination fee for the State Registry and urged the Council to support this issue. Bill Harrison, 9022-3/4 Cecilia Street, advised that Harvey’s Broiler (former name of Johnie’s Broiler) was featured in the movie American Graffiti and would like to see the facility reopened as Harvey’s. He advised he has been in Downey since 1951 and congratulated the Council for doing a great job in keeping the City the best. Chuck Anna, 8237 Birchcrest Road, referred to speakers at a recent meeting regarding issues at the former Rio Hondo Hospital and noted the cleanup is now underway and the new owners apologized about the previous conditions. He also noted Dennis the Menace Park has new playground equipment scheduled and thanked the Council. The meeting recessed at 9:16 p.m. and reconvened at 9:21 p.m. with Council Members Cartozian, Trejo, McCarthy and Perkins present; Council Member Winningham absent. HEARINGS (Cont.) Mayor Perkins opened the public hearing on ESTABLISHING A UNIFORM SCHEDULE OF FEES. Ms. Midstokke affirmed receipt of the Proof of Publication. It was moved by Council Member Trejo, seconded by Council Member McCarthy, and so ordered to receive and file. There was no correspondence received regarding this matter. Mr. Powell advised staff has prepared a Resolution listing all fees Downey charges for public services, with the exception of water rates and building permit fees, which are covered under a special State regulated process. He explained a public hearing is held each year to review the City’s fee structure, which currently consists of 404 fees, most of which did not change, 126 that were changed, and 12 that are new. He advised changes are noted with the previous fee crossed out next to the current fee and new fees are in bold print. He advised increases are mostly in the area of fire inspection, planning and public works. He reviewed the 12 new fees: A 830 one time registration fee for new businesses; nine new fees to cover the cost of providing copies of various documents produced by the City’s Geographic Information System (GIS); and new fees for omissions discovered in the Fee Resolution. He responded to comments from the Council. Council Minutes 6/25/02 -6- 014191 Council Member Cartozian referred to charges that had decreased or were removed. He was informed the Requested Pre-Occupancy Clearance Inspection (residential) fee, Page 5, was standardized based on an hourly fee of $60 instead of $70; removal of the General Plan Diagram fee, Page 9, was due to these being supplied on sheet size D or E paper from the GIS system; Library Materials, Page 15, was the correction of an error, as it has always been $5 and not $15; and Replace Meter (removed for unpaid bills), Page 20, is the cost recovery factor for labor to provide this service, which may have been overestimated in the past. Council Member Trejo noted the Zone Variance Application fee on Page 8 was raised from $250 to $400 and was informed this is for the Rl zone variance where legal ad notices have increased to almost $100 per ad and postage has gone up to $.37 per letter. He also referred to the Special Requested Fire Flow charge and Fire Department Apparatus Charge on Page 3. He was informed the Fire Department occasionally receives a call for a development requesting a special fire flow for a sprinkler system that may or may be provided on site. If a specialized fire flow is performed, they are charged for that time. The Fire Department apparatus charge is the cost to have an apparatus at a special event. Council Member McCarthy commended the use of bold print and strikeouts to note changes and additions. He inquired if the Fire Department will bring in standardized fees for inspection of filming sites next year and was informed if the former NASA site becomes a fixed facility, this will be considered. He referred to the penalty system for late compliance on Page 6 and asked if this is the norm. He was informed this can be researched but it was felt the fee had not changed. He referred to Page 8 where Zone Variance Applications have gone from $250 to $400 and inquired who is the usual applicant. He was informed it is usually a single family homeowner and that the increase is mainly due to an increase in legal ad notices as well as increased postage costs to advise property owners within 500 feet of the subject property. Mayor Perkins asked if anyone present wished to speak regarding the proposed Uniform Schedule of Fees. There being no one to speak, it was moved by Council Member Cartozian, seconded by Council Member McCarthy, and so ordered to close the public hearing. RESOLUTION NO. 6578 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ESTABLISHING A UNIFORM SCHEDULE OF FEES The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Council Member McCarthy, seconded by Council Member Cartozian, and unanimously carried (4-0) to waive further reading and adopt. CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEMS FOR REMOVAL Agenda Items 9, HEARING FOR ZONE CHANGE NO. 01-23 AND ZONE CHANGE 02-37, and 10, BUILDING DIVISION PLAN CHECK SERVICES, were removed at the request of Council Member Cartozian. Council Minutes 6/25/02 -7- 01419 : Agenda Item 13, TRUCK-IMPACTED INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS, was removed at the request of Mayor Perkins. CONSENT CALENDAR It was moved by Council Member McCarthy, seconded by Council Member Trejo, and unanimously carried (4-0) to waive further reading of the Resolutions and approve the remainder of the Consent Calendar as recommended: COUNCIL MINUTES: ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING, JUNE 4, 2002, AND ADJOURNED AND REGULAR MEETINGS, JUNE 11, 2002: Approve. CASH CONTRACT NO. 622 (ACCOUNT NO. 52-17301) – RIO HONDO GOLF CLUB DRIVING RANGE FENCE REPLACEMENT: Reject all bids received for the subject project, authorize revisions to the scope of work included in the project, and grant authority to re-advertise for bids for the Rio Hondo Golf Club Driving Range Fence Replacement under Cash Contract No. 622A: Approve. WARRANTS ISSUED: NO. 177001 – 177379; WIRE NUMBERS 30000356-363; 52,516,425.69: Approve. BUILDING DIVISION PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES: Authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract for Building Division Project Management Services with Chuck Daleo, Building Code Consultant: Approve. ANNUAL PROJECT UPDATE FOR EXPENDITURE OF PROPOSITION A AND PROPOSITION C LOCAL RETURN FUNDS: Approve the Annual Project Update for the expenditure of Proposition A and Proposition C Local Return Funds, and authorize the transmission of necessary documents to the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA): Approve. PROFESSIONAL SERVICE CONTRACT WITH JACK KANNER FOR EMPLOYEE TRAINING COURSE: Authorize staff to develop and the City Manager to execute a professional service contract with Jack Kanner of Professional Safeguard Response in an amount not to exceed 826,500 to develop and deliver an employee training course to the members of the Downey Fire Department: Approve. AGREEMENT WITH EDINGTON, PEEL AND ASSOCIATES. INC. FOR GENERAL ADVOCACY CONSULTANT SERVICES: Authorize an agreement in an amount not to exceed $45,000 for the period of July 1, 2002 to June 30, 2003: Approve. AGREEMENT WITH E. DEL SMITH AND COMPANY, INC. FOR GENERAL ADVOCACY CONSULTANT SERVICES: Authorize an agreement for an amount not to exceed 530,000 for the period of July 1, 2002 to June 30, 2003: Approve. Council Minutes 6/25/02 -8- 01419 :3 RESOLUTION NO. 6579 (ADOPT) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE ANNUAL APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2002-2003 RESOLUTION NO. 6580 (ADOPT) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY, CALIFORNIA, CALLING AND GIVING NOTICE OF THE HOLDING OF A GENERAI I MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN SAID CITY ON TUESDAY. NOVEMBER 5, 2002, FOR THE ELECTION OF CERTAIN OFFICERS OF SAID CITY AS REQUIRED BY THE PROVISIONS OF THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY RESOLUTION NO. 6581 (ADOPT) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TO CONSOLIDATE THE CITY OF DOWNEY GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 5, 2002, WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON THE SAME DATE, PURSUANT TO SECTION 10403 OF THE ELECTIONS CODE RESOLUTION NO. 6582 (ADOPT) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING REGULATIONS FOR CANDIDATES FOR ELECTIVE OFFICE PERTAINING TO CANDIDATES STATEMENTS SUBMITTED TO THE VOTERS AT THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2002 RESOLUTION NO. 6583 (ADOPT) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR ADDITIONAL EXCESS REVENUE FROM THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES REGIONAL PARK AND OPEN SPACE DISTRICT FOR INDEPENDENCE PARK, SKATE PARK AND TENNIS CENTER IMPROVEMENTS ORDINANCE NO. 1126 (ADOPT) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY, AMENDING DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE, ARTICLE IV. PUBLIC WELFARE, MORALS AND POLICY, CHAPTER 2. ANIMALS AND POUND SERVICE, PART 9. GENERAL REGULATIONS, SECTION 4254. DOG FECES Council Minutes 6/25/02 -9- 014191 ORDINANCES: None RESOLUTIONS: None ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS CASH CONTRACT NO. 629 - BELLFLOWER BOULEVARD IMPROVEMENT PROJECT Mr. Alvarez advised the Council approved plans and specifications on April 2:3rd and authorized the advertising of bids for this project that consists of the installation of a new sewer line along Bellflower Boulevard. the installation of a median and landscaping improvements along the western side of the street, the installation of a traffic signal at Washburn Road, and the upgrade of other traffic signals on Bellf:lower Boulevard. He noted six bids were received and the low bidder u’as Palp Incorporated, DBA Excel Paving Company. The City has since received a letter from Palp Incorporated requesting they be relieved of their bid under the rational they made a mistake in the bid. He mentioned there is a provision in the Public Contract Code for a bidder to be relieved of a bid if a mistake was made and noted Palp Incorporated has provided documentation and a copy is attached to the staff report. He noted staff is recommending Palp be relieved of their bid and award a new contract to the second low bidder, Sialic Contractors Corporation, DBA Shawnan, which is a Downey Company, in the amount of $2,246,695 Mayor Perkins asked how soon the new contractor can begin the work and was informed in about 6 to 8 weeks. Council Member Winningham arrived at the meeting at 9:40 p.m. It was moved by Council Member McCarthy, seconded by Council Member Cartozian, and unanimously carried (5-0) to Relieve Palp Inc., DBA Excel Paving Company, of their bid and return their bid bond; award a unit price contract in the amount of $2,246,695 to Sialic Contractors Corporation, DBA Shawnan, for the Bellflo\ver Boulevard Improvement Project; and appropriate $884,000 in Economic Development Administration (EDA) grant funds; 5445,000 in sewer funds; $507,735 in gas tax funds; 546,485 in Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (RITA) Proposition C Discretionary grant funds, and $610,475 in developer mitigation funds. GROUNDWATER CONJUNCTIVE USE IN WEST AND CENTRAL BASINS AGREEMENT FOR FACILITATION SERVICES Mr. Alvarez advised this item was before the Council several weeks ago. It is an agreement with Rauch Communications Consultants LLC to provide facilitation services amongst all the parties who have an interest in the groundwater basin to better manage that resource. He noted it is being done at the recommendation and encouragement of the State Department of Water Resources and Downey is the vehicle for that contract with the consultant or facilitator, at an estimated cost of $50,000. He advised the City will be reimbursed by the Department of Water Resources, noting at the time this matter was previously brought before the Council, the City did not have a letter of commitment from the Department of Water Resources and noted this letter is now attached to the staff report. Council Minutes 6/25/02 - IO- 01419 Ej Council Member McCarthy felt the letter received is not a commitment but is a statement of lntent Council Member Winningham inquired if the agreement is in the works and was informed it is being processed. He asked if it will be finalized and signed prior to the City paying any of the contract amount and the response was yes. Council Member Cartozian felt the language was weak and inquired if Mr. Alvarez was satisfied with the language and the response was he felt the State would reimburse the City for the cost of this work. Mayor Perkins did not feel the word “intent“ was the same as the word “will” and stated he needs a letter that states they “will“ pay. It was moved by Mayor Perklns to not approve the agreement until a letter is received from the State stating they “will” pay. (Motion was later withdrawn below.) Council Member Winningham inquired if the contract could be made predicated on the fact it will not be negotiated until an agreement is executed with the State Department of Water Resources. Mr. Caton noted this is ultimately a very good thing for the City, if it can get the water rights, and suggested the Council approve the agreement with the provision the Mayor not execute the agreement until the reimbursement agreement with the State is in place. Mayor Perkins withdrew his prior motion. It was moved by Council Member Wirmingham, seconded by Council Member Cartozian, and unanimously carried to approve an agreement with Rauch Communications Consultants LLC to facilitate the development of a groundwater conjunctive use program in West and Central Basin, with the provision that the Mayor not execute the agreement until an agreement is in place with the State Department of Water Resources for the full reimbursement of the cost. RESOLUTION CONSENTING TO CHANGE OF CONTROL OF THE CABLE FRANCHISEE Ms. Vogel commented on AT&T’s request for consent to transfer control of the cable franchise to AT&T Comcast Corporation. She advised the current franchisee is MediaOne and the parent corporation is AT&T. She noted AT&T has entered into an agreement to merge with Comcast and one of the requirements under the Federal Cable Communications Act is to seek consent from franchise authorities, such as the City of Downey, which gives the franchise authority the right to review the application and to determine that the proposed applicant has the legal, technical and financial capability to adequately hold and control the franchise. She pointed out the application was received on February 27th and Federal Law allows the City 120 days to review it and decide a course of action. She explained that the Cable TV Citizens Advisory Committee was activated to review the application and staff met with representatives of AT&T. She noted the Director of Local Government Affairs, Stephen Sawyer, is present. She stated the City does not have reason to believe the applicant will not be capable of managing the franchise but noted the City stated its concern with the customer Council Minutes 6/25/02 -11- 014111b service previously provided under AT&T and hopes to see improvements. She noted it was felt the appropriate time to address customer service concerns is at the time the actual #anchise is up for review, which is 2006. Staff recommends adoption of the Resolution, with conditions to preserve the City’s right to address any non-compliance issues the City feels exist with the franchisee and suggests they will still be responsible for paying the franchise fee and for all existing provisions in the City’s Ordinances, franchise agreements and anything related to the franchise. Council Member Cartozian asked if the franchise merger affects more areas than Downey and was advised it does effect 35 cities in the surrounding areas. He asked how AT&T Comcast will address the customer service concerns. In response to comments by the Council. Stephen Sawyer, Director of Local Government Affairs for AT&T Comcast advised they have about 45 franchises represented by 35 cities. He noted Comcast has no Southern California systems other than Lompoc and Santa Maria and is primarily located on the East Coast. He advised AT&T Comcast will reestablish a relationship with the City and will make sure they are available to address any issues brought to their attention. He noted they had serious issues at the end of last year when they converted their billing system and the transition was not smooth and impacted customers, which created chaos within the call center. He advised that once those issues were ironed out, they made sure their call center representatives were educated and monitored constantly to provide the highest degree of customer service. He felt improvements will be seen and advised that City staff was provided with improvements seen over the last five months. He stated he hoped any issues u’ould be brought to his immediate attention so they can be addressed, as Downey is one of the cities he will oversee. He advised that fees will be the same, as will staffing for customer problems. He also advised that all calls run through the Southern California call center but they are modifying the system to separate the calls by city and hope to have this done by the end of the third or fourth quarter. He noted the advantages of having a consolidated call center where 200 plus service representatives are housed to answer problems as opposed to local call centers where as few as five people are housed to handle issues. -12 RESOLUTION NO. 6584 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY CONSENTING TO A CHANGE OF CONTROL OF THE CABLE FRANCHISEE The Resolution was read by title only. It was moved by Council Member McCarthy, seconded by Council Member Wirmingham, and unanimously carried to waive further reading and adopt. OTHER BUSINESS - Consent Calendar - Items removed by Council Approval ZONE CHANGE NO. 01-23 AND ZONE CHANGE NO. 02-37 FOR PROPERTIES LOCATED AT 11221 PARAMOUNT BOULEVARD, 11205 PARAMOUNT BOULEVARD, 7936-52 FIRESTONE BOULEVARD AND 7944 FIRESTONE BOULEVARD (APPLICANT: ESTATE OF JAMES M. FERBER, RICHARD FERBER, EXECUTOR; PROPERTY OWNERS: ESTATE OF JAMES M. FERBER, RICHARD FERBER, EXECUTOR, SALOMON nWESTMENT COMPANY, SHERLEY J. VAN MATRE/VAN MATRE TRUST, MARY E. BACILE/MARY E. BACILE TRUST) Council Minutes 6/25/02 01419 I / Council Member Cartozian advised he will not be in attendance at the July 9th Council Meeting and pulled this item to ask the applicant or his representative for their preference as to whether they want to have the matter heard before four Council Members or to move it to July 23rd or another date when the full Council is present. Ted Lawson, CB Richard Ellis, agent for the applicant, Mr. Ferber, for the property at 1 1221 Paramount Boulevard, responded they would like to see this move forward and suggested it be heard by the Council Members present at the July 9th Council Meeting. It was moved by Council Member Cartozian, seconded by Council Member Winningham and unanimously carried to set the public hearing for Zone Change No. 01-23 and Zone Change No. 02-37 for 7:30 p.m., July 9, 2002, in the Council Chamber of Downey City Hall. BUILDING DIVISION PLAN CHECK SERVICES Council Member Cartozian asked Mr. George for his opinion on how the plan check services provided by Mr. Ewers has been working out, referring to delays being experienced in the plan check process. Mr. George commended Mr. Ewers as a fine contract employee within the Building Division, advising he reviews all electrical plans and is very effective dealing with customers at the counter, providing on the spot technical assistance. Mr. Caton mentioned the contract with Mr. Ewers has been in effect for over five years, noting Mr. Ewers was a full time employee of the City until 1994 or 1995 and was then brought back on a part-time basis. He advised Mr. Ewers is very good with people who are upset, which is a skill that is hard to develop in employees. It was moved by Council Member Cartozian, seconded by Council Member Winningllam, and unanimously carried to authorize the City Manager to renew the contract for Building Division Plan Check services with Ralph A. EIIvers. TRUCK-IMPACTED INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS Mayor Meredith noted three locations are listed in the staff report but clarified the cooperative agreement with the Gateway Cities Council of Governments (GCCOG) deals primarily with the intersection of Paramount Boulevard and Florence Avenue, which is in District 3. He noted Council Member Trejo had voiced his opinion to have this intersection done first. He mentioned he felt the intersection of Imperial Highway and Lakewood Boulevard is one of the worst in the City and hoped it could be looked at before doing the others listed, such as the intersection at Paramount Boulevard and Firestone Boulevard. Council Minutes 6/25/02 -13- 01419 's Mr. Caton advised one of the reasons the City was instrumental in initiating the GCCOG was due to transportation money that was bypassing this region and with the organization of the cities involved9 they are now able to capture 515 to 820 million in transportation funding for this region. He noted the GCCOG is systematically going through a master agreement list for truck impacted intersections. He noted staff agrees with the Mayor about the intersection at Imperial Highway and Lakewood Boulevard but is pleased the City is at least obtaining Federal funding to assist with the intersections listed. Council Member Cartozian commended Anthony La in the Traffic Engineering Department for the information he supplied to him regarding the subject intersection. He noted being a member of groups like the GCCO(J shows the advantage of joining local agencies and reaping the benefits of larger projects. Council Member Trejo felt these improvements will have a tremendous impact on mitigating traffic through the intersection at Paramount Boulevard and Florence Avenue. Mayor Perkins commended Council Member McCarthy, who is the City’s representative on the COG, for this funding. Council Member McCarthy noted the funding was increased from $435,000 to $550,000. Council Member Wirmingham inquired if a t\vo-foot right-of-way is being taken from the corner where the Mega Shoe Factory is located and the response was yes. It was moved by Mayor Perkins, seconded by Council Member Winningham, and unanimously carried to authorize the City NIanager to execute a cooperative agreement with the Gateway Cities Council of Governments (GCCOG) for providing improvements at the intersection of Paramount Boulevard and Florence Avenue, and for providing the local match funding of $55,000; and appropriate $55,000 in gas tax funds for local match funding. OTHER BUSINESS - Council Members Council Member McCarthy mentioned a letter received complimenting the work ethics of Downey Firefighters, specifically Engine No. 61 . who were sent to assist with the Copper Canyon fire in Saugus. Council Member McCarthy also mentioned a letter from Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall commending the Police Department for assisting in an attempted escape. Council Member McCarthy noted new’ Downey Chamber of Commerce President, Lucy Wilson, was in attendance earlier and mentioned attending her installation as new Chamber President. Council Member IWcCarthy commended his son, Sean McCarthy, who graduated from Downey High School on June 20th, and was the Salutatonan of his graduating class. Council Member Wirmingham asked Mr. Jarrett if he would like to mention the events taking place tomorrow and Saturday. Council Minutes 6/25/02 - 14- 01419 1 Mr. Jarrett announced that tomorrow afternoon there will be a dedication of new playground equipment at Wilderness Park. Also on Saturday morning the dedication of the new transit center will take place. Council Member Winningham noted three of the Council Members joined the Downey Unified School District in the presentation of a proposed new $65 million bond issue for the November ballot. He noted the original bond from 1996 for $27.5 million was supposed to be matched by the State but the flmding has not been received. Council Member Winningham mentioned attending a board meeting for the Water Replenishment District (WRD) that oversees pumping activities in the basin with Mr. Alvarez and was disappointed with the vote taken. He advised Assemblyman Calderon introduced a bill that will continue the oversight Assemblywoman Sally Havice placed on the WRD due to mismanagement and noted two of their WRD board members stated they have not had the chance to look at the bill but will vote to oppose it. Council Member Winningham noted Judge London Steverson stepped down as President of the Downey Sister Cities Association after four years and he welcomed and congratulated new Sister Cities President Steve Hartsfield and offered the City’s support. Council Member Trejo thanked Chief Finch for meeting with him to review the Officers on Campus program. Council Member Trejo thanked Community Services staff for setting up a basketball tournament to showcase talent in Downey and hoped to continue this program every summer. Council Member Trejo noted it has been brought to his attention that there is a rodent problem in the City and asked staff to look into this issue. He stated one of the problems is with raccoons and advised they are a protected species. Council Member Cartozian noted the South East Area Animal Control Authority (SEAACA) has raccoon traps to avoid terminating the raccoons. Council Member Cartozian congratulated Council Member McCarthy for having his first child graduate from high school and with the honor of being Class Salutatorian. Council Member Cartozian mentioned he attended the Downey Chamber of Commerce’s installation of new officers. Council Member Cartozian also mentioned attending the meeting at the Do\\ney Unified School District regarding the presentation of the new school bond. Council Member Cartozian thanked Lois Buchanan for inviting him as her guest at a Latter- day Saints event where the keynote speaker was Gordon Hinkley, President of the Latter-day Saints, where he learned a lot about this organization. Council Minutes 6/25/02 -15- 014 Lt) { } Mayor Perkins mentioned attending the Annual Public Works Employee Recognition Pancake Breakfast along with Council Member Winningham to recognize employees who have done an outstanding job for the City Mayor Perkins talked about attending a staff training session on Saturday for staff who will run the City’s Parks and Recreation programs this summer, which was an excellent event. Mayor Perkins advised the raccoon problem is a problem in other cities as well, noting he sits on the South East Area Animal Control Authodty and this has been discussed, but stated these animals are protected. OTHER BUSINESS - Staff Members Mr. Caton acknowledge staff members Vicki Jenkins, City Librarian, and Linda Haines, City Building Official, who are in attendance and thanked them for their diligent work on behalf of the Cit) Mr. Caton encouraged everyone to attend the new Robinson-May Home Store at the Stonewood Shopping Center. Mr. Caton mentioned sales at Stonewood Shopping Center have been so good that on a square foot basis they have exceeded those at the Lakewood Mall Mr. George mentioned he spoke to the General Manager of the Mall about proposed improvements to the exterior and interior and was advised that he is getting favorable feedback from corporate management to begin to undertake these improvements because the Mall is doing so well. He noted they have plans to repaint the exterior and are looking at plans to redo the food court. He noted the level of sales is approaching the level at the Cerritos Mall. The meeting recessed at 10:27 p.m. and reconvened at 11 :29 p.m. with all Council Members present. ADJOURNMENT: 11 :30 p.m. The meeting adjourned in memory of John Wayne Fleetwood, father of former Council Member Joyce Lawrence, to 6:30 p.m., July 9. 2002, in the Council Chamber of Downey City Hall. a Kathleen L. Midstokke, City Clerk Meredith H. Perkins, Mayor H: \C'(-LEI?,K’\SCONTE\N’1 INLTTES'b\I INCC-06-2 5-02 Council Minutes 6/25/02 -16-