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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 07-09-02 - Regular Meeting014201 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL/COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING JULY 9, 2002 The City Council/Community Development Commission of the City of Downey held an adjourned regular meeting at 6:33 p.m., July 9, 2002, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, Mayor/Chairman Meredith H. Perkins presiding. PRESENT:Council Members/Commissioners: Meredith H. Perkins Rick Trej o Kirk O. Cartozian Keith McCarthy Robert C. Winningham Mayor/Chairman Mayor Pro Tem/Vice-Chairman ALSO PRESENT:Gerald M. Caton, City Manager/Executive Director Ed Lee, Assistant City Attorney Kathleen Midstokke, City Clerk/Secretary Lee Powell, Assistant City Manager Darrell George, Director of Community & Economic Development/ Assistant Executive Director Christina Vogel, Assistant to the City Marlager APPROVAL OF CLOSED SESSION MINUTES – JUNE 25, 2002 Council Member/Commissioner Winningham noted he was absent from the meeting of June 25, 2002, but did review the Minutes. It was moved by Council Member/Commissioner Cartozian, seconded by Council Member/- Commissioner Wirmingham, and so ordered to approve the Closed Session Minutes of June 25, 2002 CLOSED SESSION Mayor/Chairman Perkins announced the Council/Commission is recessing to Closed Session (6:34 p.m.) to discuss matters under the authority of the following Sections of the Government Code: A. SECTION 54956.8 – Conference with real property negotiator Darrell George re property: 11037 Downey Avenue; negotiating parties: Paul Granata and Jim Simington; under negotiation: price and terms of payment. B. SECTION 54957 – Personnel Evaluation: City Attorney. City Council/Community Dev. Comm. Minutes (adj .) 7/09/02 -1- 014 : LJ : C. 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 The meeting reconvened in open session at 7:40 p.m. with all Council Members/- Commissioners present. There were no Closed Session actions to report. The meeting recessed at 7:40 p.m. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS The meeting reconvened for Oral Communications at 8:25 p.m. with all Council Members/- Commissioners present (see Oral Communications under the Regular City Council Meeting) and recessed at 8:38 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 11 : 11 p.m. u’ith all Council Members/Commissioners present. ADJOURNMENT: 11:12 p.m. qMUl.IfKathleen L. Midstokke, City Clerk/Secretal),airman 11 : ’,cclcrk\sconte\N tIN- ADJ-07-09-02 City Council/Community Dev. Comm. Minutes ( adj .) 7/09/02 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY JULY 9, 2002 TABLE OF MINUTE AC SUBJECT Application by Main City Taxi for a permit to conduct taxicab service in the City of Downey Ord. adopting Zone Change No. 01-23 for property at 11221 Paramount Bl. Ord. adopting Zone Change No. 02-37 for properties at 11205 Paramount Bl., 7936-52 Firestone Bl. and 7944 Firestone Bl. Removal of Items from Consent Calendar Council Minutes: Adj. & Reg. Mtgs. 6/25/02 Warrants Issued: No. 177380-177736; Wire Nos. 30000364-371 ; $2,384,310.14 Chamber of Commerce Agreement Fair Housing Program Contract with the Fair Housing Foundation for Fiscal Year 2002-2003 Community Development Block Grant Subrecipient Agreement w/the Downey Unified School District: Approve agreement for a counseling program targeting “at-risk“ youth Refer appeal of denial of police permit application for massage technician to a hearing officer Agreement for environmental risk management services with International Risk Group for former NASA site Amended agreement for crossing guard services: Authorize the City Manager to sign the amended agreement extending the agreement w/All City Management Services, Inc. for one year TIONS ACTION PAGE NO. Approved 2 Introduced 4 Introduced 4 4 4 5 5 5 Approved Approved Approved Approved Approved 5 5 5 5 Approved Approved Approved PAGE 1 OF 4 COUNCIL MINUTES, JULY 9, 2002 TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTINUED) SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO. Renewal of vehicle towing and storage agreements: Approve renewal of the City’s towing agreements w/United Towing Service, Inc. and Doug’s Tug to provide towing services for a three-year period ending 6/30/05 Approved 5 Res. #6585, adopting class specifications and establishing salary ranges for Finance Manager and System/Network engineer and designating these classifications as Middle Management Adopted 5 Ord. #1127, authorizing an amendment to the contract between the City Council and the Board of Administration of the California Public Employees’ Retirement System Adopted 5 Rio Hondo Clubhouse Modernization: Approve the conceptual design plan for the Rio Hondo Golf Clubhouse; Auth. the Mayor to execute a Professional Services Agreement w/Melzer, Deckert and Ruder (MDR) Architects in the amount of $660,500 for preparation of plans, specs. and cost estimate; auth the City Manager to retain Supplemental Professional Services, including geotechnical engineering and hazardous material investigation; and auth. the Assistant City Manager to commence the necessary analysis for development of a revenue bond package Approved 8 9 Speakers regarding the Police pursuit that resulted in the death of Gonzalo Martinez and related issues Cash Contract No. 635 – Independence Park Tennis Courts resurfacing: Approve plans and specs. & grant authority to advertise for bids Approved 9 Cash Contract No. S.S. 503/525/534/535 – Surface transporta- tion Program pavement rehabilitation for Florence Ave. , Paramount Bl. & Stewart & Gray Rd.: Approve plans & specs. and grant authority to advertise for bids Approved 9 Extend agreement for Professional Planning Services w/Hogle- Ireland: Auth. the City Manager to extend an existing agreement and approve an appropriation from the General Fund not to exceed $50,000 Approved 10 PAGE 2 OF 4 COUNCIL MINUTES, JULY 9, 2002 TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTINUED) SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO. Community Development Block Grant Subrecipient Agreement w/the Rio Hondo Temporary Home for ongoing operations of the homeless shelter in the City of Norwalk Approved 10 Cn. McCarthy commented that the City and Downey Unified School District worked well together on the Columbus High School sports field & noted an agreement approved tonight to provide $28,000 in Community Development Block Grant funds for the School District’s 10-20 Club outreach prog.10 10 Cn. McCarthy requested staff bring back information re a moratorium on used car lots and hair salons in the City Cn. Winningham mentioned receiving a letter commending two Downey Police Officers for their recent handling of a death notification 10 11 11 Cn. Winningham mentioned attending the July 4th Wards 2 and 4 Latter-day Saints Flag raising event Cn. Trejo commended the Fire Dept. for their fine work during the 4th of July celebration Cn. Trejo thanked the City Manager and Community Services Director for handling issues of trash cleanup at the parks after the 4th of July 11 11 11 11 11 Cn. Cartozian re-emphasized his support for the Rio Hondo Golf Course clubhouse project Cn. Cartozian stated his trip to Guadalajara was cancelled & he was glad to be at the Council Meeting tonight Mr. Caton recognized City Planner Ron Yoshiki and Housing Manager Ed Velasco for staying the entire evening Mr. Caton stated he felt the Council made a wise decision on the golf course clubhouse modernization project PAGE 3 OF 4 COUNCIL MINUTES, JULY 9, 2002 TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTINUED) SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO. The meeting adjourned in memory of Joseph Conrad Lueke, Downey resident and father of Laura Lueke, Downey Regional Medical Center’s Memorial Trust Fund Director; and Donna Vose, wife of City Attorney Charles Vose 11 11Meeting adjourned to 6:30 p.m., July 23, 2002 H:\cclerk\sconte\tabl-07-09-02 PAGE 4 OF 4 a 1 4 2 (J 3 MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY JULY 9, 2002 The City Council of the City of Downey held a regular meeting at 7:45 p.m., July 9, 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 ALSO PRESENT:Gerald M. Caton, City Manager Ed Lee, Assistant 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 Ed Velasco, Manager of Housing Christina Vogel, Assistant to the City Manager Joyce Doyle, Chief Deputy City Clerk PRESENTATIONS: None HEARINGS Mayor Perkins opened the public hearing to CONSIDER THE APPLICATION OF MAIN CITY TAXI FOR A PERMIT TO CONDUCT TAXICAB SERVICE IN THE CITY OF DOWNEY, which was continued from the Council Meeting of June 11, 2002. There was no correspondence received regarding this matter. Ms. Vogel advised that the applicant, Main City Taxi, owner Teodulo Vega, submitted the required documents for a permit to conduct taxicab service in the City. A public hearing was originally noticed for June 1 1, 2002 and was opened and continued until this meeting. Ms. Vogel also noted the Police Department’s investigation of the owner indicates he has met all of the requirements to own and operate a taxicab company in the City of Downey and the Police Chief recommended approval of the permit based on the results of the investigation. The investigation further revealed that Mr. Vega anticipates employing 10 drivers and 11 taxis in Downey. Council Minutes 7/09/02 -1- 01420, Council Member Trejo questioned how many taxicab services are in the City now; and Council Member Winningham inquired if the City checks on the insurance pOIICy with the company on the authenticity of the policy and if all the City requirements have been satisfied. Ms. Vogel responded there are seven taxicab services in the City now; and Chief Finch advised any irregularities during the application investigation would have entailed further InvestIgatIon. Council Member Cartozian said he had a lot of questions concerning the permit process and these had been answered through Ms. Vogel Mayor Perkins asked if the representative of Main City Taxi wished to come forward and address the Council Claudia Salvas (sp.?), representing Main City Taxi, 2426 8th Street, Los Angeles, responded to questions from the Council regarding the number of vehicles the company will have in Downey, which she replied ten; increased insurance rates; the transfer call process; and the fact that Main City Taxi did not renew their permit in Santa Monica as there was not enough business in that City. Council Member Trejo inquired of Ms. Salvas if her company transports pharmaceutical supplies from hospital to hospital as the City could use this benefit. Ms. Salvas responded no, but said her company would probably be interested in providing this service. Council Member Winningham inquired of Ms. Salvas how her taxicab service will advertise in the City of Downey and if the company has a staging area. Ms. Salvas responded as to staging that she did not know, but would be happy for any assistance from the City. Council Member Winningham also mentioned that Downey has several taxicab services operating in the City already. There being no else to speak in either favor or opposition, it was moved by Council Member Winninghanr, second by Council Member McCarthy, and so ordered to close the public hearing. There being no further Council discussion, it was moved by Council Member McCarthy, seconded by Council Member Cartozian, and unanimously carried to approve the application for permit by Main City Taxi to conduct taxicab service in the City of Downey. Council Member Wirmingham asked staff to review an Ordinance establishing the number of taxicab sell'ices allowed in the City. MaYor Perkins opened the public hearing on ZONE CHANGE NOS. 01-23 AND 02-37, FOR PROPERTIES AT 11221 PARAMOUNT BOULEVARD, 11205 PARAMOUNT BOULEVARD, 7936-52 FIRESTONE BOULEVARD AND 7944 FIRESTONE BOULEVARD. Ms. Midstokke affirmed receipt of the Proof of Publication. It was moved by Council Member Winningham, seconded by Council Member Trejo and so ordered to receive and file. There was no correspondence received regarding this matter. Council Minutes 7/09/02 0142 US Mr. Yoshiki narrated a Power Point program depicting the subject property sites. He explained that the General Plan designation for the subject properties is “General Commercial”. The corresponding zoning classification for this designation is C-2 (General Commercial). Consequently, the current C-3 (Central Business District) and M-1 (Light Manufacturing) zoning on the subject properties is inconsistent with the City’s General Plan Land Use policy of General Commercial and the recommended rezoning will remove the inconsistency. A majority of the properties along Firestone Boulevard have been changed to strictly commercial zoning and these are the only properties west of Paramount Boulevard retaining the industrial zoning classification (M-1). He further stated that these properties are being proposed as C-2 instead of C-3 due to being clearly outside of the influence of the downtown and numerous other reasons stated in the staff report. Council Member Wirmingham noted that the Negative Declaration should be corrected to reflect C-2 instead of C-3; and Council Member Cartozian noted that the slide presentation mistakenly noted the current zoning as M-2 instead of M- 1. Mayor Perkins asked if anyone, including the applicants, wished to speak in favor of the zone changes. Richard Ferber, executor for Estate of James Ferber, 1454 Galaxy Drive, Newport Beach, expressed that he concurs with the Planning Commission and Planning Department’s recommendations. He also said that he does not agree with the two applications being combined and requested that the properties be considered separately. Mayor Perkins asked if anyone wished to speak in opposition. Myrtle Risley, 7938 Phlox Street, expressed that the property is very run down and that it is a shame to put used car sales so close to the Downtown area. She submitted numerous pictures depicting the current condition of the property. Mr. Ferber countered that any land use will come back at a later date and that the issue tonight is the zoning of the properties. There being no further speakers, it was moved by Council Member Winningham, seconded by Council Member McCarthy and so ordered to close the public hearing. ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY TO RE- ZONE ONE LOT FROM C-3 AND M-1 (CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT AND LIGHT MANUFACTURING) TO C-2 (GENERAL COMMERCIAL) ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT 11221 PARAMOUNT BOULEVARD AND ADOPT A NEGATIVE DECLAR\TION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT (APN 6247-001-003)(ZONE CHANGE NO. 01-23) Council Minutes 7/09/02 -3- 014201) The Ordinance was read by title only, noting the correction to the Negative Declaration as previously stated. It was moved by Council Member Winningham, seconded by Council Member McCarthy, to waive further reading and introduce by the following vote: AYES: 4 NOES: 1 Council Members: Cartozian, Trejo, Winningham, McCarthy Council Members: Perkins ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY TO RE- ZONE PROPERTIES FROM C-3 AND M-1 (CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT AND LIGHT MANUFACTURING) TO C-2 (GENERAI, COMMERCIAL) ON PROPERTIES LOCATED AT 11205 PARAMOUNT BOULEVARD, 7936-52 FIRESTONE BOULEVARD AND 7944 FIRESTONE BOULEVARD AND ADOPT A NE(,ATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT (APN 6247-001, 016 & 017) (ZONE CHANGE No. 02-37) The Ordinance was read by title only, noting the correction to the Negative Declaration as previously stated. It was moved by Council Member Canozian, seconded by Council Member McCarthy, to waive further reading and introduce by the following vote: AYES: 4 NOES: 1 Council Members: Cartozian, Trejo. Winningham, McCarthy Council Members: Perkins CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEMS FOR REMOVAL Agenda Item 5, CASH CONTRACT NO. 635 1NDEPENDENCE PARK TENNIS COURTS RESURFACING, was removed at the request of Council Member McCarthy. Agenda Item 11, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENT WITH THE RIO HONDO TEMPORARY HOME, was removed at the request of Council Member Cartozian. Agenda Items 6, CASH CONTRACT NO. S.S. 503/525/534/535 SURFACE TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM PAVENIENT REHABILITATION FOR FLORENCE AVENUE, PARAMOUNT BOULEVARD (2 SEGMENTS), AND STEWART AND GRAY ROAD, and 9, EXTEND AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL PLANNING SERVICES WITH HOGLE-IRELAND, were removed at the request of Council Member Trejo. CONSENT CALENDAR It was moved by Council Member Winningham, seconded by Council Member McCarthy, and unanimously carried to waive further reading of the Resolution and approve the remainder of the Consent Calendar as recommended: COUNCIL MINUTES: ADJOURNED AND REGULAR MEETINGS, JUNE 25, 2002 : Approve. Council Minutes 7/09/02 -+- 01420 /’ WARRANTS ISSUED: NO. 177380 – 177736; WIRE NUMBERS 30000364-371 ; $2,384,310.14: Approve. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AGREEMENT: Approve. FAIR HOUSING PROGRAM CONTRACT WITH THE FAIR HOUSING FOUNDATION: Approve the contract to provide fair housing services during fiscal year 2002-2003 for the amount of $13,150: Approve. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENT WITH THE DOWNEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT: Approve the Agreement providing $28,000 in Community Development Block Grant funds for a counseling program targeting “at-risk“ youth: Approve. REFER APPEAL OF DENIAL OF POLICE PERMIT APPLICATION FOR MASSAGE TECHNICIAN TO A HEARING OFFICER: Refer the appeal of Ms. Kyung Choi to a hearing officer in accordance with Downey Municipal Code Section 6404: Approve AGREEMENT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL RISK MANAGEMENT SERVICES WITH INTERNATIONAL RISK GROUP (for former NASA site): Approve. AMENDED AGREEMENT FOR CROSSING GUARD SERVICES: Authorize the City Manager to sign the amended agreement extending for one (1) year the City’s Crossing Guard Agreement with All City Management Services, Inc.: Approve. RENEWAL OF VEHICLE TOWING AND STORAGE AGREEMENTS: Approve the renewal of the City’s towing agreements with United Towing Service, Inc. and Doug’s Tug to provide towing services for a three-year period ending June 30, 2005: Approve. RESOLUTION NO. 6585 (ADOPT) A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ADOPTING CLASS SPECIFICATIONS AND ESTABLISHING SALARY RANGES FOR FINANCE MANAGER AND SYSTEM/NETWORK ENGINEER AND DESIGNATING THESE CLASSIFICATIONS AS MIDDLE MANAGEMENT ORDINANCE NO. 1127 (ADOPT) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AND THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC EMPLOYEES’ RETIREMENT SYSTEM ORDINANCES: None Council Minutes 7/09/02 0142.0 S RESOLUTIONS: None ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS RIO MONDO CLUBHOUSE MODERNIZATION Mr. Jarrett advised the City completely reconstructed the Rio Hondo Golf Course approximately seven years ago and recognized at that time that the clubhouse facility was also in need of attention, however, sufficient revenue was not available. In February 2002 the City retained Melzer, DeckeR and Ruder (MDR) Architects for site master planning and conceptual design services for a new golf course clubhouse. He reviewed the services to be provided by the architects and noted a steering committee consisting of Mayor Perkins and Council Member Wirmingham was also formed to work with the architects. He advised MDR developed conceptual design plans to meet the program goals of consolidating the golf shop, clubhouse and can storage area into a single 22,000- 23,000 square foot building that integrates scenic golf course features with a restaurant and banquet operation and provides an elegant and pleasant dining experience. He noted the design plan consists of demolishing the existing clubhouse building and utilizing the existing cart storage and golf shop buildings to provide food and beverage and golf starter operations during the construction period. The plan will increase on-site parking from 200 to 300 spaces and will provide banquet seating capacity for approximately 300-330 seats. The parking lot will be reconstructed to improve circulation, lighting and landscaping. He reviewed MDR’s background, noting golf clubs domestically and internationally designed by MDR, who specializes in design services for clubhouse facilities. He reviewed the scope of responsibilities noted in the Professional Services Agreementp noting MDR will work with the City to provide coordination between sub-consultants and the contractor to insure completion of the project and will provide support services throughout the bidding and construction administration of the project. The City will retain additional professional expertise under separate agreements for geo-technical engineering, lead paint, asbestos and hazardous materials investigation and abatement and stormwater mitigation. He advised the project cost for MDR is $660,500, with other services at approximately 885,000, bringing the total to approximately 8745,000. He noted sufficient funds were appropriated in the 2002-2003 capital improvement budget for preparation of construction documents. He reviewed a preliminary construction estimate for the facility, which includes furniture, fixtures and kitchen equipment, at a cost of $5.2 million and recommended a contingency fund of $520,000, 10 percent of the project cost, also be set up. He noted additional costs will be incurred for construction management, deputy inspection and material testing, and contract administration, which will bring the total project cost for consulting services and construction to approximately $6.9 million. If approved, an analysis will be conducted for the development of a revenue bond package and those documents will be presented to the Council for approval under separate reports at a later Council Meeting. He introduced Mark Melzer, a principal with MDR Architects, to present the conceptual design proposal. Mr. Melzer commented on the clubhouse facility and thanked the steering committee for its input. He reviewed constraints, such as a lack of usable developable space and limited parking. He advised the two current buildings total 28,000 square feet but are inefficient from a functional standpoint for parking and take up a third of the usable land for a golf club house. He noted the clubhouse is an aged facility and does not comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards or Title 24 standards. He advised MDR would like to reallocate the site to make it more user friendly to the neighborhood and suggested elevating the clubhouse to give it a much better view of the golf course; putting the car parking underneath; and elevating the banquet and bar area. He Council Minutes 7/09/02 -6- 01420 !) noted the 23,000 square foot facility has been driven by the amount of parking that can be put on the site and stated the new facility will meet all ADA requirements and be Downey Municipal Code compliant. He reviewed the entry level and lower level conceptual floor plans, pointing out the lower level houses the functional aspects, such as golf cart storage and the pro shop, and the upper level or entry level will house the banquet functions to separate them and make them more formal. He noted the upper level will include a terrace just outside the banquet area to accommodate a number of larger functions in a more private area of the golf course. The concept is for a 1,200 square foot outdoor patio about a half level up with a commanding view of the lake and water features at the golf course. Council Member Trej o inquired about a snack area and was informed there is a snack bar adjacent to the pro shop on the lower level. He stated it was nice to see restrooms in this area too. Council Member McCarthy asked how the decision was made to construct a new facility rather than to redo the current facility. Mr. Melzer noted the existing facility is spread out and the banquet and restaurant are limited and inefficient. To make the facility functional and to create the views of the golf course and water elements, it was decided that it would cost as much money to modernize the facility as it would to construct a new facility and there would be less parking and less modernization. It was noted the existing building is not compliant with health code and other issues. Council Member McCarthy referred to Scenario 3 and asked if it would be possible to get the structure closer to the golf course. Mr. Melzer noted there is a safety zone of 150 feet in golf course designs for golf balls and advised the building cannot be any closer to Green No. 2 and Green No. 2 cannot be shortened. Council Member McCarthy referred to Green No. 9 next to the parking area and asked if there is a proposal to create a natural or constructed barrier. Mr. Melzer noted they recommend natural barriers, such as a berm or slope. The meeting recessed at 9:20 p.m. and reconvened at 9:30 p.m. with all Council Members present. The following people came forward to address the Council on this issue: Joe Commodore, 8557 Raviller Drive Fionnuala Anderson, 9931 Tweedy Lane Patricia Heineke, 15416 Olive Branch Drive, La Mirada Marsha Moode, 7903 2nd Street Dee Bacus, 10330 Downey Avenue Joan Wynne, current licensee at dining facilities Mike Prokop, 10444 Julius Avenue Don Moniz Council Minutes 7/09/02 -7- 01421\\ They all expressed concerns regarding the current size of the dining facilities and the size of the proposed banquet rooms; current Health Department issues; parking requirements; demand for increased seating; funding of improvements and input of current operators. Mayor Perkins referenced a letter received in May 2001 from the current operators stating that the clubhouse had lost over $90,000 the last year. They cited inadequate electrical setup, inadequate plumbing and pressure from the State Health Board. In response, the City then lowered the city’s share of receipts by 18%. Both he and Council Member Wirmingham have worked several months on a subcommittee for the proposed new facility and he is disappointed that the current operators are not supporting the project. He stated that although the new facility might not be big enough for a few events, the space is limited and the proposed new facility is the best with what they have to work with. He further stated that the bond money could be used in many other areas if this project did not go forward. Council Member Winningham thanked the audience for attending and the speakers for expressing their views. He stressed the point that the golfers are paying for the banquet facilities and the bonds and that the improvements will not be paid through either the taxpayers or the General Fund of the City. He feels the proposed project meets 90% of the City’s needs. He also complimented Mark Melzer, Project Manager and Principle with MDR Architects for his excellent work on this project. Council Member McCarthy stated he appreciates the input and engaging dialogue. He expressed concern regarding the expansion of the facility and resulting traffic on Old River School Road in this residential area. He inquired regarding the time for construction and Mr. Jarrett responded that a very aggressive time period for construction would be 12 months. Council Member Cartozian stated that he feels there has been a lot of confusion and miscommunication on this issue. He supports the project and commended Council Member Winningham, Mayor Perkins and City staff for working so hard to bring the project forward. Council Member Trejo also commended the subcommittee and sees an urgency to go forward with the project, especially due to the health issues involved. It was moved by Council Member Cartozian, seconded by Council Member Trejo to Approve the conceptual design plan for the Rio Hondo Golf Clubhouse by the following vote: AYES: 4 NOES: 1 Council Members: Cartozian, Trejo, McCarthy, Perkins Council Members: Winningham Council Member Winningham noted that his NO vote was not because he did not support the project, but rather, that he was following the majority will of the people that had spoken tonight. It was further moved by Council Member Cartozian, seconded by Council Member Trejo, and unanimously carried to Authorize the Mayor to execute a Professional Services Agreement with Melzer, Deckert and Ruder (MDR) Architects in the amount of $660,500 for preparation of plans, specifications and cost estimate Council Minutes 7/09/02 -8- 014211 It was further moved by Council Member Cartozian, seconded by Council Member Winningham, and unanimously carried to Authorize the City Manager to retain Supplemental Professional Services, including geotechnical engineering and hazardous material investigation. It was finally moved by Council Member Cartozian, seconded by Council Member Winningham, and unanimously carried to Authorize the Assistant City Manager to commence the necessary analysis for development of a revenue bond package. 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 Norma Martinez, 9525 Ardine Street, mother of Gonzalo Martinez Delores Bacus Vasquez Diana Quinteros, 11644 Brookshire Avenue Michael Lakey, 11706 Coldbrook Avenue, Apartment 7 OTHER BUSINESS - Consent Calendar - Items removed by Council Approval OTHER BUSINESS – Consent Calendar – Items removed by Council Approval CASH CONTRACT NO. 635 – INDEPENDENCE PARK TENNIS COURTS RESURFACING Council Member McCarthy had questions regarding the type of work to be done and the thickness of the overlay. Mr. Alvarez responded by explaining that the top surface would be removed by grinding and an overlay would be put on basically like a top coating, similar to slurry sealing an asphalt street. It was moved by Council Member McCarthy, seconded by Council Member Winningham, and unanimously carTled to approve plans and specifications and grant authority to advertise for bids for the resurfacing of the tennis courts at Independence Park under Cash Contract No. 635. CASH CONTRACT NO. S.S. 503/525/534/535 – SURFACE TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM PAVEMENT REHABILITATION FOR FLORENCE AVENUE, PARAMOUNT BOULEVARD (2 SEGMENTS), AND STEWART AND GRAY ROAD Council Member Trejo questioned how the sites were determined and in what order the projects would be completed. Mr. Alvarez responded that the sites were selected based upon importance as arterial routes and conditions. He confirmed that Florence Avenue could be the lst project for conrpletion. It was moved by Council Member Trejo, seconded by Council Member Winningham, and unanimously carried to approve plans and specifications and grant authority to advertise for bids for pavement rehabilitation on Florence Avenue, Paramount Boulevard (2 segments), and Stewart and Gray Road, under Cash Contract No. S.S. 503/525/534/535. Council Minutes 7/09/02 -9- 01421: EXTEND AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL PLANNING SERVICES WITH HOGLE-IRELAND IN AN AMOUNT NOT-TO-EXCEED $50,000 Council Member Trejo questioned why it is taking so long to fill the vacancy in the Planning Division. Mr. Yoshiki responded that there was a Principal Planner on extended leave and now that those issues have been resolved, active recruiting will take place and the vacancy will be filled in the next few months. It was moved by Council Member Winningham, seconded by Council Member Cartozian, and unanimously carried to authorize the City Manager to extend an existing agreement for professional planning services with Hogle-Ireland and approve an appropriation from the General Fund in an amount not-to-exceed $50,000. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENT WITH THE RIO HONDO TEMPORARY HOME Council Member Cartozian had questions regarding how the Downey homeless families are verified and other record keeping methods. Council Member Trcjo asked what t)pes of reports are prepared and what information is contained in the reports. Mr. Velasco responded that methods are used such as California Driver’s Licenses and other governmental documents to verify Downey residents and that monthly reports are available which contain a budget, status of services performed and evidence of compliance. He indicated that this report can be provided to the City Council for review. It was moved by Council Member Cartozian, seconded by Council Member Trejo, and unanimously carried to approve the Agreement between the City of Downey and the Rio Hondo Temporary Home providing $15,000 in CDBG funds for ongoing operations of the homeless shelter located at 12300 Fourth Street in the City of Norwalk. OTHER BUSINESS - Council Members Council Member McCarthy commented that the City and Downey Unified School District worked very well together on the Columbus High School sports field and advised that the agreement approved by Council tonight provided 528,000 in Community Development Block Grant funds for the School District’s 10-20 Club outreach program. Council Member McCarthy requested staff bring back information regarding a moratorium on used car lots and hair salons in the City and to review the City Charter, Government Code and what other cities have done. Council Member Winningham mentioned receiving a letter commending tIVO Downey Police Officers, Mark Haxton and Dustin Doyle, for their recent handling of a death notification. Council Minutes 7/09/02 -10- 0142 IJ Council Member Winningham mentioned he attended the July 4th Wards 2 and 4 Latter- day Saints Flag raising event. Council Member Trej o commended the Fire Department for their fine work during the 4th of July celebration. Council Member Trejo thanked the City Manager and Community Services Director for handling issues of trash cleanup at the parks after the 4th of July. Council Member Cutozian re-emphasized his support for the Rio Hondo Golf Course clubhouse project. Council Member Cartozian stated his trip to Guadalajara was cancelled and he was glad to be at the Council Meeting this evening. OTHER BUSINESS - Staff Members Mr. Caton recognized City Planner Ron Yoshiki and Housing Manager Ed Velasco for staying the entire meeting. Mr. Caton stated he felt the Council made a wise decision on the golf course clubhouse modernization project and mentioned 97 percent of the course’s revenue comes from the golfers. ADJOURNMENT: 11:12 p.m. The meeting adjourned in memory of Joseph Conrad Lueke, Downey resident and father of Laura Lueke, Downey Regional Medical Center’s Memorial Trust Fund Director; and Donna Vose, wife of City Attorney Charles Vose, to 6:30 p.m., July 23, 2002, in the Council Chamber of Downey City Hall. @ Kathleen L. Mid$tokke, City Clerk Meredith H b Perkins, Mayor H:\CCLERK\SCONTE\MINUTES\MINS-CC-07-09-02 Council Minutes 7/09/02 -11-