MINUTES OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY
REGULAR MEETING
OCTOBER 12, 2021
The City Council of the City of Downey held a Regular City Council Meeting on October 12, 2021, at 6:34 p.m., in the Council Chambers of the Downey City Hall, 11111 Brookshire Avenue, Downey, California, Mayor Frometa presiding.
PRESENT:
Council Members:
Claudia M. Frometa
Blanca Pacheco
Catherine Alvarez
Sean Ashton
Mario Trujillo
Mayor
Mayor Pro Tern
Council Member
Council Member
Council Member
ALSO PRESENT: Gilbert Livas, City Manager
John Oskoui, Assistant City Manager
Yvette M. Abich Garcia, City Attorney
Aldo E. Schindler, Deputy City Manager/Community Development Dean Milligan, Chief of Police
Dan Hurlock, Fire Chief
Delfino Consunji, Public Works Director
Vaniah De Rojas, Assistant to the City Manager
Alicia Duarte, CIVIC, City Clerk
The Invocation was delivered by Pastor David of New Living Way Church. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Sarah Sarofeem.
CITY COUNCIL MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS; REQUESTS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS;
CONFERENCE/MEETING REPORTS
Council Member Alvarez commented regarding economic conditions, eviction notices, hazard pay, rental assistance, challenges faced by residents during the pandemic, and the effort to recall her as Council Member. She requested to discuss recognizing the month of October as Indigenous Peoples Month.
Mayor Pro Tern Pacheco thanked the audience for attending the City Council meeting and acknowledged Nancy Swenson, Martha Sodetani, Bobbie Samperi, Dr. John Garcia, Michael Calvert, the Downey Rose Float Court, Jeremy Clifton, and members of the Downey Rose Float Association in attendance. She reported attending the ICA Installation Dinner, a Breast Cancer Awareness Month Kick -Off event, Walk to School Day at Rio San Gabriel Elementary, the HOPE Latina Empowerment event, and the Downey One Day of Service. She invited the public to attend Coffee with a Cop, the Red Cross Blood Drive, Spooky Science at the Columbia Memorial Space Center, and the Mayor's State of the City event.
Council Member Trujillo requested staff collaborate with DUSD to create a video regarding Downey's history and incorporate a field trip to the Columbia Memorial Space Center. He requested staff expand the Rental Assistance Program and include a homelessness prevention aspect. He reported attending Havana Nights, the Kiwanis Installation event, the Downey Coordinating Council meeting, the ICA Installation Dinner, Downey One Day of Service, and the Downey Civic Theatre Subcommittee meeting. He invited the public to attend the upcoming Downey Symphony Concert. He acknowledged the AYSO organization. He thanked the Public Works Department for their excellent City Council Minutes
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work. He announced the Downey Arts Coalition is looking for student artists for the Dia de Los Muertos event and invited the public to attend the Roots & Blues event.
Council Member Ashton thanked Robert Kiefer for representing the City on the Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District Board. He thanked staff for their work coordinating City events.
Mayor Frometa reminded the audience about her Mayor's Corner articles. She acknowledged the DUSD Board Members, Downey Rose Court, and Rose Float Association members in attendance.
She reported attending the Walk to School Day event and requested staff coordinate another event in April for Earth Day. She commented regarding the upcoming Solar Energy Improvements Project and the Police Department's participation in the Pink Patch Project for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
She thanked staff for a successful Havana Nights event. She reported attending the Downey One Day of Service and the Affordable Housing Subcommittee meeting. She commented regarding the art exhibit displayed in the City Hall lobby in honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month and the City's Art in Public Places program. She asked staff reach out to businesses with flashing signs and ensure compliance with the Municipal Code. She asked about plans to develop the Downey Gateway and vacant businesses on Firestone Blvd. She acknowledged Michael Calvert in attendance. She invited the public to attend to the State of the City event, the Downey Police Department Drug Take -Back event, and a Freeway Off -Ramp Clean -Up. She commented regarding the FY 2020-21 City Accomplishments Annual Report.
PRESENTATIONS
1. Mayor Frometa presented the Mayor's Legacy Award to Principal Cari White, Warren High School and Principal Tom Houts, Downey High School.
2. Mayor Frometa presented a Proclamation in honor of U.S. Navy 246th Birthday Celebration to City employee George Delatorre.
3. Mayor Frometa presented Certificates of Recognition to the Miss Downey outgoing Court.
4. Presentation to the City Council regarding West Nile Virus by L.A. County Vector Control.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. ADOPTED A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING RESIDENTIAL PREFERENTIAL PARKING DISTRICT ON THE EAST AND WEST SIDES OF VULTEE AVE. BETWEEN BUCKLES ST. AND STEWART & GRAY RD.: Public Works.
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 21-8039, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF DOWNEY ESTABLISHING A RESIDENTIAL PREFERENTIAL PARKING DISTRICT
ON THE EAST AND WEST SIDES OF VULTEE AVENUE BETWEEN BUCKLES STREET
AND STEWART & GRAY ROAD
Mayor Frometa opened the Public Hearing at 7:54 p.m.
City Clerk Duarte affirmed receipt of the Proof of Publication. It was moved by Mayor Frometa, seconded by Council Member Ashton, and carried 5-0, to receive and file the publication.
Deputy Director of Public Works Edwin Norris presented the staff report for Item No. 1. He provided an overview of the history of the item. He informed the Council of the results of the parking occupancy studies conducted. He shared that a petition was circulated, demonstrating resident support for the residential preferential parking district. He stated that the Public Works Committee considered this item and concurred with staff's recommendation to adopt a resolution establishing the preferential parking district. He detailed next steps should the resolution be adopted.
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Mayor Frometa, at 7:59 p.m., opened this item for public comment. Mayor Frometa asked City Clerk Duarte if there were any written comments received regarding the Public Hearing item. City Clerk Duarte confirmed no written comments were received. Mayor Frometa asked if there was anyone present who would like to comment on the Public Hearing item.
Mike Greenspan, non-resident, commented in opposition to the item.
Armando Herman, non-resident, commented in opposition to the item.
Resident, no name provided, resident, commented in favor of the item and thanked the Council for considering it.
Rodolfo Cortes Barragan, non-resident, commented in opposition to the item.
Having no one else, Mayor Frometa closed the Public Hearing at 8:12 p.m.
Council Member Alvarez questioned how many households signed the petition. Mayor Frometa responded that 17 out of 20 households, equaling 85% of residents in the neighborhood, signed the petition. She added that adopting the resolution does not preclude the City from seeking opportunities to address parking for local apartment complexes. She commented regarding the issue of residents unable to park on their street and the influx of residents from adjacent apartment buildings parking along Vultee Ave.
Council Member Alvarez clarified her question regarding the number of households that signed the petition. Mr. Norris responded that 17 of 20 properties on the block signed the petition and noted that it may be confusing as signatures were provided on duplicate pages. Council Member Alvarez commented regarding the issue of parking on Lakewood Blvd. Mr. Norris shared that staff has reached out to management of the Eclipse Shopping Center regarding a parking arrangement and has not received a response. Council Member Alvarez commented regarding a similar issue on Raebert St. and questioned the lack of response from the property management company. City Manager Livas responded that the City is unable to mandate that private property owners make parking spaces available to residents and that property owners are concerned about security issues. He shared that Stonewood Center revoked permission to park in their lots because of litter and illicit activity. He stated that staff would continue working with commercial property owners to make parking available. He shared that staff has explored the possibility of charging a small parking fee but found that it was not sufficient to offset the cost of security personnel.
Mayor Pro Tern Pacheco commented regarding communications from residents, her observations of the issue, and the importance of alleviating parking concerns.
It was moved by Mayor Frometa, seconded by Council Member Ashton, and carried 4-1, with Council Member Alvarez voting no, to adopt Resolution No. 21-8039, a Resolution establishing Residential Preferential Parking District on the East and West Sides of Vultee Ave. between Buckles St. and Stewart & Gray Rd.
2. PUBLIC HEARING TO RECEIVE INPUT FROM THE COMMUNITY REGARDING THE REDRAWING OF ELECTION DISTRICT BOUNDARIES: Administration.
Mayor Frometa opened the Public Hearing at 8:21 p.m.
City Clerk Duarte affirmed receipt of the Proof of Publication. It was moved by Mayor Frometa, seconded by Council Member Ashton, and carried 5-0, to receive and file the publication.
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Assistant to the City Manager Vaniah De Rojas presented the staff report for Item No. 2. She provided an overview of the redistricting process, the history of the item, and legal requirements.
Consultant Doug Johnson of National Demographics Corporation (NDC) presented a report on the item. He described the legal requirements for Public Hearings and adoption of the Districts boundary map, and rules and goals for the redistricting process as set by Federal and State law. He summarized the demographics for the existing Districts, the required changes to the Districts, and categories where residents might identify communities of interest. He shared demographic data based on race and socio-economic factors. He identified ways to define neighborhood boundaries and communities of interests.
Ms. De Rojas informed the Council that a total of four Public Hearings would be held, with the additional three Public Hearings to be scheduled after the release of the draft map. She shared staff's intent to hold the next Public Hearings at the beginning of the new year following the holiday season to allow residents time to review census data and the draft map. She listed additional public outreach efforts, including a redistricting website, a dedicated email address, a social media campaign, notifications to local newspapers, outreach to community groups, and newsletter updates. She stated no maps or inquiries had been submitted and added that the website provides information on how individuals may submit a Community of Interest worksheet and shared that no useable forms were submitted. She announced that Spanish language interpreters and accessibility accommodations would be available at each Public Hearing upon request. She informed the Council of the requirement to appoint a committee to study and recommend alterations to the District boundaries. She shared that the Council appointed a technical committee during its 2011 process and advised the Council to appoint a technical committee comprised of members from the City Clerk's Office, Administration, and Public Works Departments to work with NDC on public information outreach, language access and ADA accessibility, redistricting coordination, election services, and GIS systems. She added that the committee would report any findings and recommendations to the City Council.
Mayor Frometa thanked Ms. De Rojas for her report and commented regarding the importance of outreach, utilization of social media platforms, and holding the remaining Public Hearings after the holidays. She questioned when the new District maps would become effective and whether they would affect midterm elections. Mr. Johnson responded the deadline to complete the process is April 17, 2022 to allow the L.A. County Registrar -Recorder to implement the new boundaries lines before the November 2022 election.
Council Member Ashton questioned the possibility of legal challenges to the recommendations of the technical committee. Ms. De Rojas confirmed that the City did not work with a consultant during its 2011 process and shared that the Downey City Charter only requires appointment of a committee to study and make recommendations concerning alteration of the Council District boundaries. City Attorney Abich Garcia added that there were no legal challenges with the 2011 technical committee.
She stated that appointment of a technical committee is legal and allowed per the City Charter and advised that the Council may consider forming a redistricting commission.
Council Member Ashton clarified his concerns regarding the change in redistricting laws. Mr.
Johnson stated the law governs the holding of Public Hearings and confirmed that the technical committee would conform to legal requirements.
Mayor Frometa thanked Mr. Johnson and emphasized the importance of the redistricting process meeting all legal requirements. City Manager Livas noted that the City requires a small change to its District boundaries and has thus opted for a technical committee.
Council Member Ashton commented regarding the effect to all four Districts to effect the required change and expressed his concerns regarding ensuring there are no issues with the process.
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requirements and completion of all steps in the redistricting process and reiterated that the City would not be making large changes to its District boundaries.
Mayor Frometa, at 8:45 p.m., opened this item for public comment. Mayor Frometa asked City Clerk Duarte if there were any written comments received regarding the Public Hearing item. City Clerk Duarte confirmed no written comments were received. Mayor Frometa asked if there was anyone present who would like to comment on the Public Hearing item. fraud.
Mike Greenspan, non-resident, commented regarding District 5 and gerrymandering.
Armando Herman, non-resident, commented regarding the redistricting process and election Juan Martinez, resident, commented regarding District 5 and litigation regarding large districts.
Rodolfo Cortes Barragan, non-resident, commented regarding the percentage of tenants in the City, District 5, creation of additional Districts, and representation of residents.
Having no one else, Mayor Frometa closed the Public Hearing at 8:57 p.m.
It was moved by Mayor Frometa, seconded by Council Member Ashton, and carried 5-0, to receive a report from staff on the redistricting process and permissible criteria to be considered to redraw District boundaries and receive a report on the City's redistricting public outreach program.
It was moved by Council Member Ashton, seconded by Mayor Frometa, and carried 5-0, to appoint a committee to study and recommend alterations to the City Council District boundaries.
3. INTRODUCED AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING A SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT REVISING
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS RELATED TO FREESTANDING SIGNS AND INCORPORATING NEW STANDARDS FOR ELECTRONIC FREEWAY SIGNS IN SPECIFIC PLAN 90-1: Community Development.
INTRODUCED AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ADOPTING A SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT (PLN-21-00032), THEREBY, REVISING
SECTION III -A (G) (DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS- SIGNS) RELATED TO FREESTANDING
SIGNS AND INCORPORATING NEW SIGN STANDARDS FOR ELECTRONIC MESSAGE SIGNS IN SPECIFIC PLAN 90-1
Mayor Frometa opened the Public Hearing at 9:00 p.m.
City Clerk Duarte affirmed receipt of the Proof of Publication. It was moved by Council Member Ashton, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Pacheco, and carried 5-0, to receive and file the publication.
Principal Planner Crystal Landavazo presented the staff report for Item No. 3. She provided an overview of Specific Plan 90-1, the proposed text amendments to update sign standards to allow two freeway -oriented freestanding signs and add standards to regulate electronic message signs, and the intent of the proposed ordinance to update the Specific Plan to reflect new technology that was not available at the time the Specific Plan was adopted in 1991. She shared that a new freeway -oriented sign has been proposed adjacent to the 5 Freeway on Florence Ave. on the Giant RV property. She noted that the sign would feature the City of Downey logo, the Giant RV brand, and an electronic message board as the primary face of the sign.
Council Member Ashton asked if the City would be able to advertise City events on the sign.
Deputy City Manager Schindler confirmed the City negotiated for 12% of ad space between 5 a.m. and City Council Minutes
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10 p.m. every day and stated the City would be able to advertise community events and hiring activities.
Council Member Ashton questioned whether Honda World had plans to erect a similar sign. Mr.
Schindler responded that Honda World intended to improve the existing sign with electronic enhancements and would be subject to the same provisions.
Mayor Frometa, at 9:05 p.m., opened this item for public comment. Mayor Frometa asked City Clerk Duarte if there were any written comments received regarding the Public Hearing item. City Clerk Duarte confirmed no written comments were received. Mayor Frometa asked if there was anyone present who would like to comment on the Public Hearing item.
Armando Herman, non-resident, commented in support of Giant RV and the advertising benefits to the City.
Mike Greenspan, non-resident, commented in opposition to the proposed ordinance, citing concerns regarding the flashing lights.
Jang Lee, resident, commented regarding his concerns about driver safety.
Mayor Frometa clarified the limitations and standards regulating electronic message signs.
Juan Martinez, resident, commented regarding potential conflicts of interests and campaign donations.
Council Member Ashton, Mayor Frometa, Mayor Pro Tern Pacheco, and Council Member Trujillo stated that they have not received any campaign donations from any corporations applying for sign permits.
Rodolfo Cortes Barragan, non-resident, commented regarding light pollution.
Mayor Frometa clarified standards and limitations regulating sign brightness. She commented regarding the Council's consideration of the item and environmental concerns.
Having no one else, Mayor Frometa closed the Public Hearing at 9:19 p.m.
It was moved by Council Member Ashton, seconded by Mayor Frometa, and carried 5-0, to introduce an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Downey adopting a Specific Plan Amendment (PLN-21-00032), thereby, revising Section III -A (G) (Development Standards- Signs) related to Freestanding Signs and incorporating New Sign Standards for Electronic Message Signs in Specific Plan 90-1.
City Manager Livas clarified his statements, as referenced in a public comment, regarding 40% of the City being multi -family residences. He stated that 58% of Downey is made up of single-family homes, which may include renters.
NON -AGENDA PUBLIC COMMENT
Mayor Frometa asked if there was anyone present who would like to comment on Non -Agenda items.
Armando Herman, non-resident, commented regarding the case of the United States v.
Bagdasarian, elected officials, COVID-19 pandemic mandates, and free speech.
Mike Greenspan, non-resident, commented regarding elected officials and ethics.
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Speaker, no name provided, commented regarding his children, the Children's Court, and the Offices of L.A. County Supervisor Barger.
Lee Squire, resident, commented regarding the vote of no confidence for L.A. County District Attorney Gascon and on a past case litigated by Council Member Trujillo.
BC, resident, commented in opposition to the City funding of events and COVID-19 pandemic mandates.
John Lacey, resident, commented regarding the L.A. Dodgers, Senate Bill 10 and State Assemblymember Garcia.
Jang Lee, resident, commented regarding his opposition to the COVID-19 vaccines, Council Member Alvarez, and the Pride flag.
Mayor Frometa reminded the public that the Downey City Council is a separate entity from the Downey Unified School District (DUSD). She advised the public to contact the DUSD Board of Education for matters regarding the school district.
Lourdes Cotaya, resident, commented regarding the First Amendment and Council Member Trujillo.
Juan Martinez, resident, commented regarding Council Members Alvarez, Assemblymember Garcia, City staff, and First Amendment rights.
Rodolfo Cortes Barragan, non-resident, commented regarding the vote of no confidence for L.A.
County District Attorney Gascon, First Amendment rights, and the City Council.
Mayor Frometa commented regarding the safety of the City Council, conduct at the City Council meeting, and public comment.
Mayor Frometa asked City Clerk Duarte if there were any written comments received regarding Non -Agenda Public Comment items. City Clerk Duarte confirmed three written comments were received.
Thea Chimilio commented regarding the Keeping Out Lungs Safe Initiative.
Maria Maciel-Arencibia, resident, commented regarding First Amendment rights and Council Member Alvarez.
Lissette Rivera, resident, commented regarding First Amendment rights and Council Member Alvarez.
Having no one else, Mayor Frometa closed Non -Agenda public comment.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Council Member Trujillo abstained from Item Nos. 11 and 17 due to owning property in the area, and Item No. 13 due to business relationships with people potentially involved in the project.
Mayor Frometa abstained from Item No. 4 as she was not present at the September 28, 2021 Special City Council meeting.
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Mayor Frometa asked City Clerk Duarte if there were any written comments received regarding Consent Calendar items. City Clerk Duarte confirmed no written comments were received. Mayor Frometa asked if there was anyone present who would like to comment on Consent Calendar items.
Mike Greenspan, non-resident, commented regarding Council Member Trujillo's abstentions and Item No. 6.
Armando Herman, non-resident, commented regarding Item Nos. 5, 6, 7, and 11, infrastructure issues, and elected officials.
Having no one else, Mayor Frometa closed public comment on Consent Calendar items.
It was moved by Council Member Ashton, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Pacheco, and carried 5- 0, to approve the Consent Calendar, with Council Member Trujillo abstaining from Items No. 11, 13 and 17, and Mayor Frometa abstaining from Item No. 4.
4. APPROVED MINUTES: Special Meeting of September 28, 2021: City Clerk.
5. WARRANTS ISSUED: Warrant Nos. 354428 — 354781; Payroll Wire Numbers 30004152, 30004156 — 30004158 & 30004160; EFT Nos. 10931 — 10957; Manual Wire Nos. 2178 — 2180; Cashier's Check number 141, total amount of $4,347,245.05: Finance.
6. AWARDED CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT IN THE AMOUNT OF $82,444 TO STERNDAHL ENTERPRISES, INC. FOR CONSTRUCTION OF LAKEWOOD BLVD. IMPROVEMENT PROJECT (PHASE 3E); AND, AUTHORIZED THE PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR/CITY
ENGINEER TO EXECUTE ANY CHANGE ORDERS OR ADDITIONAL SCOPE OF WORK FOR
THIS PROJECT DEEMED NECESSARY OR DESIRABLE UP TO THE APPROVED PROJECT BUDGET (CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 20-37): Public Works.
7. APPROVED PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZED SOLICITATION FOR CONSTRUCTION BIDS FOR 3RD ST. PAVEMENT REHABILITATION (CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 21-05): Public Works.
8. ACCEPTED WORK FOR 3RD STREET WATER SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS; APPROVED FINAL CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT AMOUNT OF $495,080; AND, AUTHORIZED THE DIRECTOR OF
PUBLIC WORKS/CITY ENGINEER TO FILE THE NOTICE OF COMPLETION (CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 21-12): Public Works.
9. APPROVED AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT WITH JOE'S SWEEPING, INC., DBA NATIONWIDE ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES IN THE AMOUNT OF $293,014.50 FOR CATCH BASIN CLEANING SERVICES FOR A PERIOD OF TWO ADDITIONAL YEARS; AUTHORIZED THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE AGREEMENT; AND, AUTHORIZED
THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE ANY AND ALL FUTURE AMENDMENTS TO THE AGREEMENT AS DEEMED NECESSARY: Public Works.
10. ADOPTED RESOLUTION APPROVING AMENDMENT TO THE MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF DOWNEY AND THE DOWNEY CITY EMPLOYEES' ASSOCIATION — MISCELLANEOUS UNIT: Human Resources.
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 21-8040, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ADOPTING THE SIDE LETTER AGREEMENT TO 2021-2023
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11. ADOPTED A RESOLUTION FOR THE EXTENSION OF A TEMPORARY OUTDOOR DINING PROGRAM: Community Development.
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 21-8041, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF DOWNEY EXTENDING THE CITY'S TEMPORARY OUTDOOR DINING PROGRAM TO DECEMBER 2022 ALLOWING BUSINESSES TO UTILIZE OUTDOOR AREAS
12.INTRODUCED AN ORDINANCE TO APPROVE AN ELECTRONIC FREEWAY BILLBOARD AGREEMENT WITH GIANT RV: Community Development.
INTRODUCED AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY TO APPROVE A BILLBOARD AGREEMENT WITH GIANT INLAND EMPIRE RV CENTER, INC.,
FOR THE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION OF AN ELECTRONIC FREEWAY -ORIENTED FREESTANDING SIGN ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT 11111 FLORENCE AVENUE ZONED SPECIFIC PLAN 90-1
13. ADOPTED AN ORDINANCE REGARDING A GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT, ZONE TEXT AND
MAP AMENDMENT IN CONJUNCTION WITH A NEW SPECIFIC PLAN FOR THE RANCHO LOS
AMIGOS SOUTH CAMPUS AND CERTIFICATION OF FINAL PROGRAM ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT: Community Development.
ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 21-1469, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF DOWNEY FOR THE ADOPTION OF THE RANCHO LOS AMIGOS SOUTH
CAMPUS SPECIFIC PLAN, WRITTEN FINDINGS OF FACT AND STATEMENT OF
OVERRIDING CONSIDERATIONS, A MITIGATION MONITORING AND REPORTING
PROGRAM, A GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT TO CHANGE THE LAND USE
DESIGNATION FROM COMMERCIAL MANUFACTURING TO MIXED USE, AMENDMENT OF CERTAIN SECTIONS OF CHAPTER 1 — LAND USE OF THE GENERAL PLAN, A ZONE TEXT/MAP AMENDMENT TO CHANGE THE ZONING DESIGNATION FROM R-1 5,000, SP 85-1, AND SP 88-1 TO RANCHO LOS AMIGOS SOUTH CAMPUS SPECIFIC PLAN, RESCIND SPECIFIC PLANS SP 85-1 AND SP 88-1, AND CERTIFICATION OF THE FINAL
PROGRAM ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR THE RANCHO LOS AMIGOS
SOUTH CAMPUS SPECIFIC PLAN
14. ACCEPTED $270,000 IN SELECTIVE TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM FUNDS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2021-2022 FROM THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA - OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY: Police.
15. RATIFIED THE DONATION OF ONE FOURSOME OF GOLF AT THE RIO HONDO GOLF CLUB FOR THE GANGS OUT OF DOWNEY (G.O.O.D) ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT HELD ON OCTOBER 4, 2021 AT THE RIO HONDO GOLF COURSE: Mayor Pro Tern Pacheco.
16. APPROVED THE DONATION OF ONE FOURSOME OF GOLF AT THE RIO HONDO GOLF
CLUB FOR THE ROTARY CLUB OF DOWNEY CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT TO BENEFIT THE ARC ON NOVEMBER 5, 2021 AT THE RIO HONDO GOLF CLUB: Mayor Pro Tern Pacheco.
17. APPROVED THE STREET CLOSURE APPLICATION SUBMITTED BY BASTARDS CANTEEN
AND SAVE THE BRAVE FOR THEIR MARINE CORPS BIRTHDAY AND VETERANS DAY CELEBRATION SCHEDULED FOR NOVEMBER 10, 2021: Administration.
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ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
18. ADOPTED A RESOLUTION AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 21-8013 REGARDING HEALTH
BENEFITS FOR EMPLOYEES IN CLASSIFICATIONS DESIGNATED AS EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT, MIDDLE MANAGEMENT AND CONFIDENTIAL/EXEMPT: Human Resources.
ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 21-8042, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITYOF DOWNEY AMENDING RESOLUTION 21-8013 REGARDING HEALTH BENEFITS
FOR EMPLOYEES IN CLASSIFICATIONS DESIGNATED AS EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT,
MIDDLE MANAGEMENT AND CONFIDENTIAL/EXEMPT
Director of Human Resources James McQueen presented the staff report for Item No. 18. He provided an overview of legal requirements per Senate Bill 1436 and employee benefits established in Ordinance No. 21-8013. He shared that the resolution would amend the insurance benefits to cover 100% of the premium rate for medical insurance for employees plus their qualified dependent(s) up to the premium rates for the L.A. region Kaiser HMO medical plan offered by CaIPERS. He stated that the change would result in a savings to the City by reducing the maximum allowance by up to $107 per month per employee. He added that the benefit revisions are consistent with those offered to the Downey City Employees' Association — Miscellaneous Unit and new hires in the Downey Police Officers' Association and Downey Firemans' Association.
Mayor Frometa asked City Clerk Duarte if there were any written comments received regarding Item No. 18. City Clerk Duarte confirmed no written comments were received. Mayor Frometa asked if there was anyone present who would like to comment on Item No. 18.
Armando Herman, non-resident, commented regarding State mandates for COVID-19 vaccinations, changes to employee benefits, Council Member Ashton, CalPERS, and Senate Bill 1436.
Mike Greenspan, non-resident, commented regarding taxpayer funds, Council Member Ashton, public input, and the City Council's agenda.
Having no one else, Mayor Frometa closed public comment on Item No. 18.
It was moved by Mayor Frometa, seconded by Council Member Ashton and carried 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 21-8042, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Downey amending Resolution 21-8013 regarding Health Benefits for Employees in Classifications Designated as Executive Management, Middle Management and Confidential/Exempt.
STAFF MEMBER COMMENTS: None.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Frometa adjourned the Regular City Council Meeting at 10:24 p.m. in memory of the lives lost due to COVID-19.
MARIA ALICIA DUARTE, CMC BLANCA PACHECO
City Clerk Mayor
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