Downey City Council Meeting - 5/12/2026

The City of Downey Council held a regular meeting on May 12, 2026, which included several procurement and policy-related discussions. Key procurement-related items included the approval of a 10-year franchise agreement renewal with Toro Soal Pipeline Company LLC for an oil pipeline franchise, with rates set at $1.64 per foot adjusted annually by CPI. The council also extended a moratorium on single-price overstock discount stores for an additional year to protect public health and safety. Additionally, the council discussed and approved staff recommendations to amend the construction and demolition debris deposit requirements, reducing the deposit percentage from 3% to 1.5%, lowering the minimum deposit, and establishing a maximum deposit cap of $25,000 to align with regional norms and support small contractors. The meeting featured a comprehensive status report on the city's comprehensive general plan update, focusing on land use changes, housing capacity expansion, and zoning consistency, with plans for further community engagement and future zoning amendments. The council also deliberated on amendments to the code of ethics and conduct for council members and city commissions, emphasizing unauthorized use of city logos, social media conduct, and enforcement procedures. Several proclamations were made recognizing public service, police week, public works week, and mental health awareness month. The meeting concluded with council member announcements, requests for future agenda items including tobacco ordinance amendments and parking considerations around the space center, and community event updates.