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MINUTES OF THE
CITY COUNCIL/COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING
JUNE 10, 2003
The City Council/Community Development Commission of the City of Downey held an
Adjourned Regular Meeting at 6:35 p.m., June 10, 2003, in the Council Chamber of the Downey City
Hall, Mayor/Chairman Rick Trejo presiding.l PRESENT:Council Members/Commissioners:
Rig,’Trejo
Kirk O. Cartozian
Keith McCarthy
Anne M. Bayer
Meredith H. Perkins
Mayor/Chairman
Mayor Pro Tempore/Vice-Chairman
ALSO PRESENT:Gerald M. Caton, City Manager/Executive Director
Charles Vose, City Attorney
Kathleen L. Midstokke, City Clerk/Secretary
Darrell George, Director of Community/Economic Development
Bonnie Kehoe, Director of Community Services
Ron Yoshiki, Asst. Director of Community Dev./City Planner{\
APPROVAL OF CLOSED SESSION MINUTES
It was moved by Council Member/Commissioner Perkins, seconded by Council Member/
Commissioner Bayer, and unanimously carried to approve the Closed Session Minutes of May 27,
2003lRECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
Mayor/Chairman Trejo announced the Council/Commission is recessing to Closed Session
(6:36 p.m.) to discuss matters under the authority of the following sections of the Government Code:
2.SECTION 54956.9(b) – Conference with legal counsel – anticipated litigation
(exposure to litigation) (one case).
3.SECTION 54956.9(c) – Conference with legal counsel – anticipated litigation
(initiation of litigation) (one case).
The meeting reconvened in open session at 7:35 p.m. with all Council Members/
Commissioners present. There were no Closed Session actions to report.
The meeting recessed at 7:36 p.m.
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ORAI / COMMUNICATIONS
The meeting reconvened for Oral Communications at 9:05 p.m. with all Council Members/
Commissioners present (see Oral Communications under the Regular City Council Meeting) and
recessed at 9:27 p.m.
The meeting reconvened at 9:41 p.m. with all Council Members/Commissioners present.
ADJOURNMENT: 9:42 p.m.
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Rick Trejo, Mayo#Chairman
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Kathleen L. Midstokke, City Clerk/Secretary
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MINUTES OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
REGULAR MEETING
JUNE 10, 2003
TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS
SUBJECT ACTION PAGE NO.
-Presentation by representatives of St. Matthias High School re:
the School’s distinction as National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence
Certificate of Appointment to Kent Halbmaier for Citizens Health
& Environmental Sanitation Committee for District 2
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Mayor’s Athletic Excellence Award presented to Warren High
School Girls Varsity Volleyball Team
Removal of Items from Consent Calendar 2
2Council Minutes: Adj . & Reg. Mtgs. 05/27/03
Cash Contract # S.S. 529 – Paramount Gateway
Streetscape, accept the improvements
Warrants Issued: # 186359-186605; Wire Nos.
187, 30000594-601; $1,756,578.13
Renewal of City Jail Operations Agreement
with Correctional Systems, Inc. for 3 years
Amended agreement with Platinum Advisors
Renewal of Contract with Ralph Ewers for Plan
Check Services for 3 years
Renewal of Contract with Chuck Daleo as
Building Code Consultant
Set Public Hearing for issuance of Multi-Family Housing
Revenue Bonds for property at 13032 Clark Avenue
Set Public Hearing for General Plan Amendment and
Zone Change at 8292, 8300 Telegraph Road
Res. # 6672 Appl Janet Molinaro to Emergency Prep.
Committee for Distrct 3
Approved
Approved 2
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2
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3
3
Approved
Approved
Approved
Approved
Approved
Set Hearing
06/24/03
Set Hearing
06/24/03
Adopted
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COUNCIL MINUTES, JUNE 10, 2003
TABLE OF MINUTE ACTIONS (CONTINUED)
SUBJECT
Plaque commemorating Chamber of Commerce 100th Year
Architectural Agreement with NUVIS for the NASA
park site
Cash Contract # 630 – Downtown Multimodal Concourse-
3rd St. Parking Impr. – angle parking in front of City Hall
Mayor Pro Tempore Cartozian absence from Council Meetings
June 24 – August 12
Consideration of Funding for Orange Line Development
Authority for MagLev transportation project
Oral Communications
Council Member Comments
Meeting adjourned to 6:30 p.m., June 24, 2003
ACTION
Approved
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Approved 3
Laid on the table 4
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Approved
Approved
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MINUTES OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
REGULAR MEETING
JUNE 10, 2003
The City Council of the City of Downey held a Regular Meeting at 7:40 p.m., June 10, 2003 ,
in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, Mayor Rick Trejo presiding.
PRESENT:Council Members:
Rick Trejo
Kirk O. Cartozian
Anne M. Bayer
Keith McCarthy
Meredith H. Perkins
Mayor
Mayor Pro Tempore
ALSO PRESENT:Gerald M. Caton, City Manager
Charles S. Vose, City Attorney
Kathleen L. Midstokke, City Clerk
Desi Alvarez, Director of Public Works
John Finch, Chief of Police
Darrell George, Director of Community/Economic Development
Bonnie Kehoe, Director of Community Services
John Michicoff, Finance Director
Mark Sauter, Fire Chief
Ron Yoshiki, Asst. Director of Community Dev./City Planner
Kim Rapp, Executive Secretary
PRESENTATIONS
There was a presentation by Roxanne Horta, Student Council President and Vanessa Lendeen,
Student Council Vice-President from St. Matthias High School regarding the School’s distinction
as a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence.
Council Member Perkins presented to Kent Halbmaier, a Certificate of Appointment to the
Citizens Health & Environmental Sanitation Committee, for District 2.
Mayor Trejo presented to Warren High School Girls Varsity Volleyball Team, League
Champions, the Mayor’s Athletic Excellence Award.
HEARINGS - None
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CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEMS FOR REMOVAL
4.CASH CONTRACT # 630 – DOWNTOWN MULTIMODAL CONCOURSE (THIRD
STREET PARKING IMPROVEMENTS): AUTHORIZE THE ISSUANCE OF A
CHANGE ORDER FOR CONSTRUCTION OF ANGLED PARKING; AND
APPROPRIATE $35,000 TO COVER THE ADDITIONAL WORK, was pulled at the
request of Council Member McCarthy and is listed under Other Business below.
CONSENT CALENDAR
It was moved by Council Member Perkins, seconded by Council Member McCarthy, and
unanimously carried to waive further reading of the Resolutions and approve the remainder of
the Consent Calendar items as recommended:
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3.
COUNCIL MINUTES: ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING, MAY 27, 2003 : Approve.
COUNCIL MINUTES: REGULAR MEETING, MAY 27, 2003 : Approve.
CASH CONTRACT # S.S. 529 – PARAMOUNT GATEWAY STREETSCAPE:
ACCEPT THE IMPROVEMENTS CONSTRUCTED AND THE MAINTENANCE
RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE MEDIAN ISLAND CONSTRUCTION,
LANDSCAPING AND RELATED WORK COMPLETED ON PARAMOUNT
BOULEVARD UNDER CASH CONTRACT NO. S.S. 529: Approve.
5.WARRANTS ISSUED: 186359 – 186605; WIRE NUMBERS 187, 30000594-601 ;
$1,756,578.13: Approve.
6.AGREEMENT FOR CITY JAIL OPERATIONS AND MANAGEMENT WITH
CORRF,CTIONAL SYSTEMS, INC. (CSI) FOR AN ADDITIONAL THREE-YEAR
PERIOD, COMMENCING MAY 11, 2003 TO MAY 10, 2006: Approve.
7.AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO
AGREEMENT WITH PLATINUM ADVISORS FOR CONSULTANT SERVICES
(Extending term from May 10, 2003 to June 20, 2003): Approve.
8.AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO RENEW THE CONTRACT FOR
BUILDING DIVISION PLAN CHECK SERVICES WITH RAT /PH Aa EWERS FOR A
PERIOD OF THREE YEARS: Approve.
9.AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO RENEW A CONTRACT FOR BUILDING
DIVISION PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES WITH CHUCK DALEO,
BUILDING CODE CONSULTANT (From July 1, 2003 to June 30, 2004): Approve.
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10.SCHEDULE A PUBLIC HEARING FOR JUNE 24, 2003 ON THE PROPOSED
ISSUANCE OF MULTI-FAMILY HOUSING REVENUE BONDS BY THE
CALIFORNIA STATEWIDE COMMUNITIES DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY FOR
PROPERTY AT 13032 CLARK AVENUE: Approve.
SET THE PUBLIC HEARING FOR GENERAI, PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 03-17 FOR
8292 AND 8300 TELEGRAPH ROAD AND ZONE CHANGE NO. 03-18 FOR 8300
TELEGRAPH ROAD FOR JUNE 24, 2003 (PROPERTY OWNERS : ALON ABAD
AND PACIFIC HOME EQUITIES/APPLICANT: BIRCHBARK VILLAS) CHANGE
LAND USE DESIGNATION FROM “OFFICE” TO “MEDIUM DENSITY
RESIDENTIAL” AND ZONING FROM C2 (GENERAT, COMMERCIAL) AND PB
(PARKING BUFFER) TO R3-0 (MULTIPLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
OWNERSHIP): Approve.
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12.RESOLUTION NO. 6672 (ADOPT)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
APPROVING THE APPOINTMENT OF JANET MOLINARO TO THE
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS COMMITTEE, FOR COUNCIL DISTRICT 3.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
13.PLAQUE COMMEMORATING THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE’S loo YEARS
OF SERVICE.
A staff report was presented by Community Services Director Bonnie Kehoe . Council
Member Perkins inquired regarding the amount and Director Kehoe explained that it was a 24 x 24
bronze plaque and the amount included tax and delivery.
It was moved by Council Member McCarthy, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Cartozian and
unanimously carried to appropriate $1,500 from the General Fund for the purchase of a plaque
commemorating the Downey Chamber of Commerce’s 100 years of service.
14.ARCHITECTURAL AGREEMENT WITH NUVIS FOR THE NASA PARK SITE.
A staff report was presented by Community Services Director Kehoe who explained that this
will be the 1 st new park in Downey in over 20 years which will convert 10-12 acres of an old parking
lot, known as Parcel 3, into a grassy open space area with sports fields. The next step in the planning
is to engage an architect to create a conceptual design for the park.
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Council Member McCarthy questioned whether this company will be doing any sampling of
the soil and Director Kehoe responded that the soil sampling is being done by an environmental group
independent of this contractor. He further inquired whether we were seeking any grant funds and
Director Kehoe responded that we are applying for various grants on an ongoing basis.
It was moved by Council Member Perkins, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Cartozian and
unanimously carried to authorize the Mayor to execute a Professional Services Agreement in the
amount of $30,000 with NUVIS for site master planning and conceptual design services for a
new park at the former NASA site.
OTHER BUSINESS - Consent Calendar - Items removed by Council Approval:
4.CASH CONTRACT # 630 – DOWNTOWN MULTIMODAL CONCOURSE (THIRD
STREET PARKING IMPROVEMENTS): AUTHORIZE THE ISSUANCE OF A
CHANGE ORDER FOR CONSTRUCTION OF ANGLED PARKING; AND
APPROPRIATE $35,000 TO COVER THE ADDITIONAL WORK.
Council Member McCarthy indicated he has problems with this item both functionally and
aesthetically, although he recognizes the need for parking. He stated that there would also be a
problem with functions that occur annually near this area such as the awards ceremony after the Street
Faire, National Day of Prayer and other events.
Public Works Director Desi Alvarez explained that this item was proposed primarily for
convenience of parking close to City Hall. Many citizens visiting City Hall have expressed their
desire to have more convenient and closer parking.
It was moved by Council Member McCarthy, seconded by Council Member Perkins and
unanimously carried to lay this (item) on the table.
Maria Larkin, resident of Downey, expressed that this might interfere with the events taking
place in this area such as the Holiday Lane Parade.
Lennie Whittington, resident of Downey, expressed that he feels the area looks nice as is and
should be left alone.
OTHER BUSINESS – Council Member Items
15.ABSENCE FROM REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS FROM JUNE 24, 2003
THROUGH AUGUST 12, 2003 – MAYOR PRO TEMPORE CARTOZIAN.
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Mayor Pro Tempore Cartozian read Downey Charter Section 501 regarding Council Member
absences from regular City Council meetings. He explained that he will be in country of Armenia for
2 months from June 18, 2003 to August 18, 2003, which will be a period of 63 days. He will be
participating in an intensive language, culture and history program offered by the University of
Michigan and requested that the Council excuse his absence.
Lennie Whittington, resident of Downey, questioned the need of a 4/5 vote on certain Council
actions, such as redevelopment or an emergency.
Mayor Pro Tempore Cartozian thanked John Adams of the Downey Patriot for taking the time
to interview him regarding his plans and publishing an article.
It was moved by Council Member McCarthy, seconded by Mayor Trejo, and carried by the
following vote to grant a permitted absence for Mayor Pro Tempore Cartozian from regular
City Council meetings for the period from June 24, 2003 through August 12, 2003.
AYES: Council Members McCarthy, Perkins, Mayor Trejo
NOES: Council Member Bayer
ABSTAIN: Mayor Pro Tempore Cartozian
16.CONSIDERATION OF FUNDING FOR THE ORANGE LINE DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY – COUNCIL MEMBER MC CARTHY.
Council Member McCarthy explained that this item had been considered two weeks ago
where there was a vote to have him represent the City on the Orange Line Authority and there was a
discussion of funding but not a commitment. He introduced Mr. Al Perdon, an expert in public
transportation who has worked with RTD in the past and he invited him to address the Council.
Mr. Perdon came forward and stated he has been a transportation consultant in Southern
California for 35 years and has had involvement with many of the transportation projects that are
present today. He is currently under contract with Southern California Association of Governments
(SCAG) serving as the consultant program manager for an inter-regional MagLev program.
He stated that the Orange Line Development Authority is one of several Authorities that are
being put together to move the development of this technology from concept to reality. MagLev
stands for Magnetic Levitation which is a new technology for moving people and cargo which uses
magnets in the guideway which is very similar to the concept of the Disneyland Monorail. It is
basically a Monorail system which uses magnets to lift and propel the vehicle at very high speeds.
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Mr. Perdon explained that SGAG has a program under way to develop this technology
throughout the region and the Orange Line from downtown Los Angeles to Anaheim/Santa Ana area
is a part of that inter-regional system that would provide access throughout the region for citizens of
Downey. The system will be able to attract sufficient riders to pay for both operating and capital
expenses and will be funded the same way as the Alameda Corridor freight railroad project was
funded, primarily by issuing tax-exempt bonds and paying the bonds back by operating revenue.
The estimated capital cost of this system from Los Angeles to Anaheim/Santa Ana area is about
$3 to $4 Billion, with a payoff year for the bonds somewhere around 2045. If everything goes
smoothly, it is estimated to be in operation as early as 2010.
He indicated that the City ofBellflower approved the Joint Powers Agreement last week and
the City of South Gate is taking action tonight and Thursday the City ofCerritos will be acting.
Council Member McCarthy indicated that the proposed funding amount for the City of
Downey for an entire year was under $10,000, it was split into 2 increments and the request was for
an amount not to exceed $5,000 which is his recommendation tonight. He expressed that knowing
the needs for transportation in our region this is a worthwhile investment and as leaders in our
community we need to promote a vision for what the future can be.
Mayor Pro Tempore Cartozian indicated he is fully supportive of this project, especially since
the congestion in Southern California is going to necessitate new options of travel and commute for
millions of people.
Council Member Perkins recollected that the prior report indicated that since only a small
portion of it was coming into the City of Downey our fee was $5,000 per year and that a vote was
taken to put the 1 st payment of $2,500 in depending upon what the other cities did.
Council Member Perkins indicated that he is for the program and the approach is sound in
committing the money and when the others such as OCTA and MTA pay their share, then the City of
Downey will pay also.
Mayor Trejo inquired regarding how many Orange County cities were involved and Mr.
Perdon indicated Stanton, Cypress, La Palma, Garden Grove and Huntington Beach are cities that
have taken the 1 st step.
Mayor Trejo asked what the time frame will be for the trips and the response was that it is
planned that there will be both a local service of approximately 30 minutes and an express service of
approximately 15 to 16 minutes.
Richard PHdham, resident of Downey, indicated that SCAG had brought up the Green Line
which misses the airport; that no transportation system makes money; questioned the power source;
and mentioned an accident in the German system.
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In response, Mr. Perdon indicated that the German system that had the incident was not
MagLev; the system is capable of being built within our existing power capacity; and that it can use
all of the electric sources available.
In response to a question from Mayor Trejo, Mr. Perdon indicated that only the City of
Bellflower has approved a check and that South Gate is considering one tonight.
Council Member Bayer questioned whether there is any projection as to when OCTA and
MTA would be coming on board with their money and Mr. Perdon indicated that they are hoping to
receive it within 30 to 60 days.
It was moved by Council Member McCarthy, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Cartozian, and
carried by the following vote to appropriate up to the amount of $5,000 which is % of the annual
commitment to the proposed Orange Line Joint Powers Authority.
AYES: Council Member McCarthy, Cartozian, Mayor Trejo
NOES: Council Member Bayer, Perkins
ORAI I COMMUNICATIONS
Merrill Brady, resident of Downey living on Tweedy Lane, requested that the City Council
help with school related issues for dropping off children in his neighborhood including illegal
parking, U-turns and speeding; and requested more speed limit and do not block driveway signs.
The following people spoke regarding the death of Gonzalo Martinez and related issues:
Cheno Romero, Bell Gardens
Norma Martinez, Downey – presented a document: “Human Rights Violations in the U.S.“
Susan Quinteros, Downey
Richard Pridham, resident of Downey, spoke regarding gardeners blowing grass clippings;
Pep Boys outdoor build up of used oil; tires being stacked outdoors; trash bins in front of homes;
construction projects without building permits; and advertising balloons blowing into traffic.
John Guzman, resident of Downey, mentioned that he and his wife had grown up in Downey,
had moved away and are now back and want to be involved and give back to the City.
Lennie Whittington, resident of Downey, mentioned concerns regarding the new firework
regulations and questioned the level of enforcement that is planned.
OTHER BUSINESS - Council Members Comments
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Council Member Perkins congratulated Mayor Trejo on his 14th Wedding Anniversary
and the Chamber of Commerce on their 100th Year. He wished Mayor Pro Tempore Canozian a
nice trip to Armenia.
Mayor Pro Tempore Cartozian thanked the Council for their support in his absence;
commended all of the High School students for completing the school year; thanked John Adams
of the Patriot for the article he wrote regarding his career plans; and requested staff to revise the
State report regarding Sales & Use Tax to rank by population.
Council Member McCarthy expressed concern regarding pending Assembly Bill Number
AB1221 (Steinberg) which affects how sales tax monies are distributed to cities, although it is
currently tabled; responded to speaker comments that the Council does not listen or hear what is
being said and responded that they do listen and hear and may agree or disagree and how they
choose to respond is part of why they were elected; congratulated staff on the June 3rd budget
study session at the Barbara Riley Center and appreciates the effort; watched State finals of
Track & Field competition at Cerdtos College and noted a participant from Downey High,
Rolando Falazola (sp.?) in the triple jump and congratulated him for making the finals.
Mayor Trejo suggested that Keep Downey Beautiful clean the City parks on July 5th;
noted what tremendous team work the Warren High School Girls Varsity Volleyball Team has
and noted that will help them throughout their lives; also wishes his Mayor’s Athletic Award
recipient from the last meeting, Christopher Delgato, best of luck in his career; mentioned the
recent retirement events for Downey School District Asst. Superintendent Ed Potter and
Superintendent Ed Sussman.
ADJOURNMENT: 9:42 p.m.
The meeting was adjourned in memory of Franklin McDonell, father of Frank McDonell,
Principal Water Technician/Supervisor, Utilities Division; and Malvin Sorensen, longtime
Downey resident and father of Downey Theater Technicians Jeffrey and Richard Sorensen, to
6:30 p.m., June 24, 2003, in the Council Chamber of Downey City Hall.
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Kathleen L. Midstokke, City Clerk Rick Trejo, Mayo!
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