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CITY OF ROS :nIEAD
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING '?_1TE
ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL
JANUARY 26, 1999
The regular meeting of the Rosemead City Council was called to order by Mayor Bruesch at 8:02
p.m. in the Council Chambers of the City Hall, 8838 E. Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California.
The Pledge to the Flag was led by Councilman Imperial
The Invocation was delivered by Mayor Pro Tem Vasquez
ROLL CALL OF OFFICERS:
Present: Councilmembers Clark, Imperial, Taylor, Mayor Pro Tern Vasquez, and
Mayor Bruesch
Absent: None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: NOVEMBER 24, 1998 - REGULAR MEETING
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMAN TAYLOR
that the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of November 24, 1998, be approved as submitted. Vote
resulted:
Yes: Vasquez, Taylor, Bruesch, Clark, Imperial
No: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: DECEMBER 8, 1998 - REGULAR MEETING
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN TAYLOR, SECOND BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL
that the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 8, 1998, be approved as submitted. Vote
resulted:
Yes:
Vasquez, Taylor, Bruesch, Clark, Imperial
No:
None
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: DECEMBER 15, 1998 - ADJOURNED REGULAR
MEETING
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMAN TAYLOR
that the Minutes of the Adjourned Regular Meeting of December 15, 1998, be approved as
submitted. Vote resulted:
Yes:
Vasquez, Taylor, Bruesch, Clark, Imperial
No:
None
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
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PRESENTATIONS: -None
1. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Juan Nunez, 2702 Del Mar, Rosemead, stated that the Shopper Shuttle does not have
identification in front of it and is hard to distinguish it from an ordinary van. Mr. Nunez stated that
the bus does not always stop at the posted shuttle pickup signs where there are dual signs. Frank
Tripepi, City Manager, responded that the shuttle drivers will be re-educated to stop at the shuttle
pickup locations, especially where they are dual signs they share with MTA.
Mr. Nunez stated that the Post'Office no longer has a bulletin board to post the City's
agendas, that the notices are posted on the window. Councilman Imperial responded that the bulletin
board is still up as of today.
Mr. Nunez stated that the day laborers waiting on Garvey and San Gabriel are encroaching
on the pedestrian traffic by playing games on the sidewalk. Mayor Bruesch responded that the
Sheriffs Department will be notified.
The Mayor introduced Joshua Cantor, Field Representative from Congressman Matthew
Martinez's office.
H. PUBLIC HEARINGS - None
III. LEGISLATIVE
A. RESOLUTION NO. 99-01 - CLAIMS AND DEMANDS
The following Resolution was presented to the Council for adoption.
RESOLUTION NO. 99-01
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF
$1,779,836.93 NUMBERED 25680 THROUGH 26039
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM VASQUEZ
that the Council adopt Resolution No. 99-01. Vote resulted:
Yes: Vasquez, Taylor, Bruesch, Clark, Imperial
No: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
B. RESOLUTION NO. 99-02 - AUTHORIZING THE SAN GABRIEL
BOULEVARD STORM DRAIN/MISCELLANEOUS TRANSFER DRAIN NO.
1532 TO LOS ANGELES COUNTY FOR MAINTENANCE
The following Resolution was presented to the Council for adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 99-02
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
AUTHORIZING THE SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD STORM
DRAIN/MISCELLANEOUS TRANSFER DRAIN NO. 1532, STORM DRAIN
TRANSFER TO LOS ANGELES COUNTY FOR MAINTENANCE
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MOTION BY COUNCILMAN TAYLOR, SECOND BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL that
the Council adopt Resolution No. 99-02; request the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors to
accept the transfer of MID 1532 for operation and maintenance, and authorize the transfer and
conveyance. Vote resulted:
Yes:
Vasquez, Taylor, Bruesch, Clark, Imperial
No:
None
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
C. RESOLUTION 99-03 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ROSEMEAD ENDORSING THE FORMATION OF AN
EXPANDED FOOTHILL TRANSIT ZONE AND FUND THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD'S SHARE OF THE GUIDELINE APPLICATION PROCESS
Juan Nunez, 2702 Del Mar, Rosemead, asked if there would be any overlapping of the MIA
and Foothill Transit routes.
Mayor Bruesch responded that the Foothill Transit will be absorbing those routes with MIA
eventually becoming a freeway flyer commute.
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN TAYLOR, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM VASQUEZ
that the Council approve Resolution No. 99-03 and authorize an expenditure of $16,525.17 from
unappropriated Prop. C funds to participate in the Foothill Transit Zone Amendment application
process. Vote resulted:
Yes:
Vasquez, Taylor, Bruesch, Clark, Imperial
No:
None
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
D. RESOLUTION NO. 99-04 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS AND
DETERMINATIONS WITH RESPECT TO REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
PAYMENT FOR CONCRETE REPAIRS AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS (FY
1998-99)
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM VASQUEZ
that the Council adopt Resolution No. 99-04. Vote resulted:
Yes:
Vasquez, Taylor, Bruesch, Clark, Imperial
No:
None
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR (Items D, E, L, and N were removed for discussion purposes)
CC-A REQUEST FROM MEXICAN AMERICAN STUDENT ORGANIZATION TO
USE ROSEMEAD COMMUNITY CENTER - MARCH 13, 1999
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CC-B APPROVAL OF SNACK BAR AGREEMENT - ROSEMEAD AMERICAN
LITTLE LEAGUE, ROSEMEAD YOUTH ASSOCIATION AND LADY
HAWKS SOFTBALL ORGANIZATION
CC-C ADOPTION OF CITYWIDE ENGINEERING AND TRAFFIC STUDY -1998
CC-F AUTHORIZATION TO REJECT CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY FROM RITA
0. ESPINOLA
CC-G AUTHORIZATION TO REJECT CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY FROM
RAMON S. MUNOZ
CC-H AUTHORIZATION TO REJECT CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY FROM
HEIRS OF MANUEL RALPH AVITEA
CC-1 AUTHORIZATION TO ATTEND NATIONAL LEAGUE OF CITIES
ANNUAL CONGRESSIONAL CITY CONFERENCE, MARCH 5-9,1999,
WASHINGTON, D.C.
CC-J APPROVAL OF S.C.A.G. POPULATION, HOUSEHOLD, AND
EMPLOYMENT FORECASTS
CC-K COLLABORATIVE PROJECT WITH ROSEMEAD ELEMENTARY
SCHOOL DISTRICT
CC-M APPROVAL OF COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY
AND AGENCY FOR CONCRETE REPAIRS AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS (FY
1998-99)
CC-0 APPROVAL OF PROPOSAL TO PROVIDE ENGINEERING SERVICES
FOR CONCRETE REPAIRS AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS (FY 1998-99)
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN. TAYLOR, SECOND BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL that
the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved. Before vote could result, Juan Nunez
stated that he requested that Item CC-D be removed.
CC-D ACCEPTANCE OF BIDS AND AWARD OF CONTRACT - STREET
RESURFACING STREET LIGHTING IMPROVEMENTS, AND HANDICAP
ACCESS RAMP PROGRAM ON VARIOUS STREETS - FISCAL YEAR
1998/99, CDBG PROJECT NOS. 98902 AND P98802
Juan Nunez, 2702 Del Mar, Rosemead, asked why the ramps and corners are being redone.
Frank Tripepi, City Manager, responded that the ADA standards have changed and if Federal
funds are being used on streets with existing ramps that do not comply, they have to be redone to
comply.
Vote Resulted:
Yes:
Vasquez, Taylor, Bruesch, Clark, Imperial
No:
None
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
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CC-E AUTHORIZATION TO PARTICIPATE IN THE 1999 MEDIA BUY FOR THE
LOS ANGELES COUNTY STORM DRAIN PROGRAM
Mayor Bruesch inquired if the Rosemead Progress is a community newspaper. After
discussion, it was decided that the article be published with the Pasadena Star News.
MOTION BY MAYOR BRUESCH, SECOND BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL that the
Council authorize City participation in the 1999 Media Buy for the Los Angeles County Stormwater
Program. Vote resulted:
Yes:
Vasquez, Taylor, Bruesch, Clark, Imperial
No:
None
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
CC-L CALIFORNIA CONTRACT CITIES ASSOCIATION ANNUAL PALM
SPRINGS CONFERENCE - YOUTH PROGRAM
Councilman Taylor stated that he is not comfortable voting for this item.
Frank Tripepi, City Manager, stated that it is the responsibility of the incoming Board's
President City to host this youth program. Mr. Tripepi continued that Rosemead hosted this last in
1992 and had 79 children participate. However, it is difficult to estimate the number of children each
year. The program will charge participants for each excursion, and that he is contacting major
businesses and contractors to help offset the other costs.
Councilman Taylor stated that he does not agree with Rosemead paying for children of other
city's Councilmembers to partake in this program, and that the costs should be prorated amongst the
cities involved.
Mr. Tripepi explained that the participants will pay for the excursions. However, the costs
for Rosemead will be for staffing costs for room rental for the various programs at this hotel.
Mr. Taylor asked about the number of staff being sent for the program.
Michael Burbank, Director of Parks and Recreation, stated that these estimates are based on
the 1992 turnout, if there is less participation this year, then he will send staff back accordingly.
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM VASQUEZ
that the Council approve the City's sponsoring the Youth Activities as part of this year's Contract
Cities Annual Conference. Vote resulted:
Yes: Vasquez, Bruesch, Clark, Imperial
No: Taylor
Absent: None
Abstain: None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
CC- SELECTION OF LENDER FOR CITY'S CDBG-FUNDED LOW INTEREST
LOAN PROGRAMS
Councilman Taylor requested clarification on the low interest rates and charges and asked if
they are on a fixed rate, not a variable rate.
Lisa Baker, CDBG Coordinator, responded that they will be on a fixed rate.
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Councilman Taylor clarified that the comparison survey of banks at variable rates was done
as an example only that the City would remain at the fixed rate.
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM VASQUEZ
that the Council approve First American Bank as its banking services provider and authorize the City
Manager, or designee, to execute the agreements. Vote resulted:
Yes:
Vasquez, Taylor, Bruesch, Clark, Imperial
No:
None
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
V. MATTERS FOR DISCUSSION AND ACTION
A. APPROVAL OF PUBLIC PARTICIPATION PROCESS FOR
REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA NO. 2
Councilman Taylor requested that the public participation process include an article being
placed in the City's newsletter to ensure reaching as many people in the City as possible.
Mr. Tripepi added that it will also be placed in the Chamber's monthly publication also.
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM VASQUEZ
that the Council approve the Public Participation Process as outlined in the attached document. Vote
resulted:
Yes:
Vasquez, Taylor, Bruesch, Clark, Imperial
No:
None
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
B. SELECTION OF DATE FOR TRAFFIC
INTERVIEWS
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER CLARK
that the Council schedule the Traffic Commission interviews for February 2, 1999, at 6:00 p.m.
Vote resulted:
Yes:
Vasquez, Taylor, Bruesch, Clark, Imperial
No:
None
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
VI. STATUS REPORTS - None
VII. MATTERS FROM OFFICIALS
A. VALLEY BOULEVARD REMOVAL OF EUCALYPTUS TREES
Councilman Imperial stated that many residents have asked him why the remaining Eucalyptus
trees were left remaining and those trees removed are being replaced with the Sweetshade trees. Mr.
Imperial stated, for consistency sake, that those same type of trees replace the Eucalyptus trees once
they are removed.
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Councilmember Clark asked if that means removal of all the remaining Eucalyptus trees on
Valley Boulevard?
Councilman Imperial responded affirmative so that the street would be kept consistent.
Councilmember Clark stated that she a problem with that and was against removing the
Eucalyptus previously as they provided a definite distinction driving from San Gabriel into Rosemead
and that she does not approve of removing a healthy tree.
Councilman Taylor stated that if the large Eucalyptus trees were to remain, they would add
more cost and require extra service by way of having to use larger tree trimming trucks on them
versus the smaller trees that have been planted, plus the year round shedding the Eucalyptus trees do.
Mr. Taylor continued that Rosemead will have a green belt, and while he does not like to cut down
healthy trees either, they will result in a more uniform service.
Mayor Bruesch stated that he would not like to see the Eucalyptus removed either, as they
provide a link, botanically, to Rosemead's past when the street was lined with Pepper and Eucalyptus
trees.
Ken Rukavina, City Engineer, stated that there were seven Eucalyptus trees remaining on
Valley Boulevard.
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMAN TAYLOR that
the remaining Eucalyptus trees on Valley Boulevard be removed and replaced with Sweetshade trees.
Vote resulted:
Yes:
Vasquez, Taylor, Imperial
No:
Clark, Bruesch
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
B. CONSIDERATION OF SB 63 (SOLIS) - SAN BERNARDINO FREEWAY
CARPOOL LANE AND SB 64 (SOLIS) - DIABETES SUPPLIES AND
EDUCATION
Frank Tripepi, City Manager, presented the staff report and stated that he and Councilmember
Clark were attending a Legislative Committee meeting when they were notified of these two bills and
that Senator Solis's Field Representative asked that the Council review them for possible
endorsements.
Councilman Taylor requested that the bills be bifurcated.
B.I. CONSIDERATION OF SB 63 (SOLIS) -SAN BERNARDINO FREEWAY
CARPOOL LANE
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN TAYLOR, SECOND BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL that
the Council approve SB 63 (Solis), reducing the San Bernardino Freeway (I10) carpool lane from a
3 person to a 2 person carpool lane. Before vote could result, more discussion ensued.
Councilman Taylor that there a tendency for a 2 person car to use the 110 carpool lane and
this bill would eliminate confusion and make that lane uniform with other carpool lanes in Southern
California.
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Mayor Bruesch stated that this diamond lane is one of the most heavily used lanes by buses
in the Los Angeles area and one of the fastest moving lanes due to the fact that it is a 3 person lane.
Mayor Bruesch continued that he is afraid that if it becomes a 2 person lane, a separate elevated bus
lane may be considered to keep the buses free flowing.
Councilmember Clark stated that she observed that the 110 ramp, especially during the recent
holiday season, was always congested at the 710 and the beginning of the diamond lanes. Ms. Clark
suggested deferring this item until further traffic studies can be done. Ms. Clark stated that she
cannot vote in favor of this Bill as is in light of the congestion she observed there.
Councilman Taylor stated that he will withdraw his Motion. Councilman Imperial withdrew
his Second.
It was the general consensus of the Council to defer this item pending further information.
B.2. SB 64 (SOLIS) - DIABETES SUPPLIES AND EDUCATION
Councilman Taylor asked if current health plans cover the management and treatment of
diabetes or does this Bill single out this illness? Mr. Taylor requested clarification that treatment for
this illness will be included in the health plan after January 1, 2000, as the Bill outlines, and not just
offered. Mr. Taylor questioned the section of the Bill that states that every plan will communicate
the"availability" of the coverage to all plan members, if it is already in the health plan, why are they
need to communicate the availability of it.
Mayor Bruesch requested clarification on this Bill.
Mr. Tripepi stated that supplies for diabetes are not covered under most health plans as of
today, i.e. needles for insulin, etc. However, Mr. Tripepi continued, if major surgery is required, the
health plan will pay for it, and from a medical standpoint, the plan should include management of this
disease to prevent major surgery or other complications involving vital organs. Mr. Tripepi stated
that upon discussing this Bill at the Chamber Board Meeting, the Board did not take action on this
item as that the added coverage would increase the insurance rates to the employer and/or employee,
and the Board did not want to force small businesses to have to spend more money on health plans
than they are currently.
Councilman Taylor agreed that added health care would cost more, and while he is in favor
of the Bill, requested clarification on the section that states they.. "must communicate the availability
of that coverage"...as it is being singled out.
Councilman Imperial stated that this Bill would put pressure on the HMO's to improve their
health plans.
Councilman Taylor added that this "must communicate...." is the terminology used by
earthquake, auto, flood insurances that this coverage is optional, but they must tell you of the
availability. Mr. Taylor stated that he does not want to vote in favor of the Bill and later realize that
this coverage would not be part of the health plan.
Mayor Bruesch recommended deferring this item until the next meeting pending further
information from Senator Solis's office.
Councihnember Clark stated that a strong statement be made to Senator Solis's office that the
Council is in support of this Bill, but needs further clarification.
The Council agreed that they are in support of the Senator's Bill.
Councilman Taylor requested that the Senator be informed that the Council is in support of
both of her Bills.
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VIII. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE - None
Juan Nunez, 2702 Del Mar Avenue, Rosemead, stated that he had to drop his home insurance
because of those optional riders and increased cost.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further action to be taken at this time, the meeting was adjourned at 9:00
p.m. The next adjourned meeting will be held on Tuesday, February 2, 1999, at 6:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted:
City Clerk
APPROVED:
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