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CC - 04-27-99APPROVED CITY OF RO. EPsEAD DATE r MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING --L~ ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL APRIL 27, 1999 The regular meeting of the Rosemead City Council was called to order by Mayor Vasquez at 8:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the City Hall, 8838 E. Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California. The Pledge to the Flag was led by Mayor Pro Tern Clark The Invocation was delivered by Councilman Imperial ROLL CALL OF OFFICERS: Present: Councilmembers Bruesch, Imperial, Mayor Pro-Tern Clark, and Mayor Vasquez Absent: Councilman Taylor - excused APPROVAL OF MINUTES: None PRESENTATIONS: A proclamation was presented declaring May 9, 1999 as "National Day of Prayer". Melissa Okamuro, 3141 Heglis Avenue, Rosemead, thanked the Council for attending the Rosemead School Board Council Dinner on April 26, 1999. 1. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE - None H. PUBLIC HEARINGS An explanation of the procedures for the conduct of the public hearing was presented by the City Attorney. The City Clerk then administered the oath to all those persons wishing to address the Council on any public hearing item. A. PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING ADOPTION OF THE PROPOSED COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT AND HOME ANNUAL FUNDING PLAN FOR FY 1999-2000 Frank Tripepi, City Manager, presented the staff report. The Mayor opened the public hearing for those in the audience wishing to speak on this item. There being no one wishing to speak, the Mayor closed the public hearing. MOTION BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMAN BRUESCH that the Council approved the CDBG and HOME annual Funding Plan and authorize the City Manager to execute all appropriate certifications. Vote resulted: Yes: Bruesch, Vasquez, Clark, Imperial No: None Absent: Taylor Abstain: None The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. CCA-27-99 Page 4 1 • M. LEGISLATIVE 0 A. RESOLUTION NO. 99-14 - CLAIMS AND DEMANDS The following Resolution was presented to the Council for adoption. RESOLUTION NO. 99-14 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $527,407.87 NUMBERED 26765 THROUGH 26881 MOTION BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMAN BRUESCH that the Council adopt Resolution No. 99-15. Vote resulted: Yes: Bruesch, Vasquez, Clark, Imperial No: None Absent: Taylor Abstain: None The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. B. RESOLUTION NO. 99-15 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ADOPTING POLICY GUIDELINES REGARDING PROPOSED LEGISLATION CONCERNED WITH THE FORMATION OF A LOCAL RIVERS AND MOUNTAINS CONSERVANCY The following Resolution was presented to the Council for adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 99-15 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ADOPTING POLICY GUIDELINES REGARDING PROPOSED LEGISLATION CONCERNED WITH THE FORMATION OF A LOCAL RIVERS AND MOUNTAINS CONSERVANCY Pearl Fu, Field Representative from Senator Hilda Solis's office, was present to explain the changes to the Bill with regard to Council's concerns. Ms. Fu stated that the one major change to the bill was the addition of the section stating that the conservancy shall not take action within a jurisdiction of a city without the written approval of that city. Ms. Fu continued that the following sections were not changed: The governing board of the conservancy will remain to be comprised of mostly local officials, not locally elected officials; the power of eminent domain will remain with the State; and, the conservancy will retain the power to engage in any offensive litigation. Ms. Fu stated that Senator Karnette will be a co-author of the bill. Councilmember Clark expressed her appreciation to Senator Solis for the inclusion in the bill of the section stating that the conservancy will not take action without the written approval of that city. Frank Tripepi, City Manager, suggested that the Council adopt the resolution setting the guidelines, and when those guidelines are met and placed into the bill, this item will be brought back to the Council for support. MOTION BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER CLARK that the Council adopt Resolution No. 99-15. Vote resulted: CCA-27-99 Page #2 • 0 Yes: Vasquez, Clark, Imperial No: Bruesch Absent: Taylor Abstain: None The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. Councilman Bruesch stated that he appreciates Senator Solis's efforts in trying to meet our City's demands, but, he voted No because he does not want to see this area losing the conservancy that is desperately needed to protect us from the land grabs of the west side. Mr. Bruesch stated that he supports the Bill with the current language. Councilmember Clark stated that eminent domain is a very important issue, and she hopes that it will eventually be added into the bill. IV. CONSENT CALENDAR (CC-A was removed for discussion purposes) CC-B AB 1092 (LOWENTHAL) - TRANSFER OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSES CC-C REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL TRAFFIC CONTROLS ON ENCINITA AVENUE CC-D AUTHORIZATION FOR THE FINANCE DIRECTOR TO ATTEND THE INFORMATION DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION USER CONFERENCE - CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, JUNE 28-30,1999 CC-E APPROVAL OF FUND TRANSFER - LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT BLOCK GRANT (LLEBG) PROGRAM MOTION BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER CLARK that the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved. Vote resulted: Yes: Bruesch, Vasquez, Clark, Imperial No: None Absent: Taylor Abstain: None The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. CC-A APPROVAL OF ENGINEERING PROPOSAL FOR TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYSTEM AND MASTER PLAN STUDY Councilman Bruesch stated that there are traffic signal phasing problems on Hellman Avenue, from New Avenue to Walnut Grove. Mr. Bruesch continued that another problem area is the corner of Walnut Grove at San Gabriel Boulevard/Landis View which continues to confuse motorist and requested that the study concentrate on those areas. MOTION BY COUNCILMAN BRUESCH, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER CLARK that the Council approve the engineering proposal and direct staff to begin preparation of the Traffic Signal Master Plan. Vote resulted: Yes: Bruesch, Vasquez, Clark, Imperial No: None Absent: Taylor Abstain: None The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. CQ427-99 Page #3 • 0 V. MATTERS FOR DISCUSSION AND ACTION A. SCA I (O'CONNELL) AND SCA 3 (BURTON) - ALLOWING MAJORITY VOTER APPROVAL FOR SPECIAL TRANSPORTATION TAXES AND SCHOOL BOND ISSUES Frank Tripepi, City Manager, suggested that the Council take no action at this time and when these items are approved to be placed on the ballot, the City can then take a position on the initiatives. Juan Nunez, 2702 Del Mar, Rosemead, urged the Council to take a position on this issue. Mr. Nunez stated that if the bills are passed by voter approval allowing a majority vote, he fears that one agency after another will be in a rush to put bonds on the ballot. Councilmember Clark stated that she agrees with Mr. Nunez in that the way that the votes are established now, it is unfair for property owners who bear the burden of the bond measures. Ms. Clark continued that the voter turnout for these elections is often only 15%, and with 50% plus 1 making a majority, you have a very small reflection of people affecting the outome. MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER CLARK, SECOND BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL that the Council take no action on this matter tonight, however, should the initiatives be placed on the ballot, then the Council take a position to oppose. Vote resulted: Yes: Bruesch, Vasquez, Clark, Imperial No: None Absent: Taylor Abstain: None The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. VI. STATUS REPORTS - None VII. MATTERS FROM OFFICIALS - None VIII. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE - None Holly Knapp, 8367 E. Whitmore, Rosemead, apologized that the annual Prayer Breakfast was not scheduled for this year. Ms. Knapp requested that the Council approve an informal prayer meeting to be held in front of City Hall, on Thursday, May 6, 1999, at 10:00 a.m. The Council did not have any objections. IX. ADJOURNMENT There being no further action to be taken at this time, the meeting was adjourned at 8:20 p.m. The next regular meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 11, 1999, at 8:00 p.m. Respectfully submitted: City Clerk CCA-27.99 Page #4 APPROVED: