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CC - 11-24-98l~J A A. R -RD -317 CI C' C D MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL NOVEMBER 24, 1998 The regular meeting of the Rosemead City Council was called to order by Mayor Bruesch 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 Councilman Taylor The Invocation was delivered by Councilman Imperial ROLL CALL OF OFFICERS: Present: Councilmembers Clark, Imperial, Taylor, Mayor Pro Tem Vasquez, and Mayor Bruesch Absent: None APPROVAL OF MINUTES: NOVEMBER 10, 1998 - REGULAR MEETING MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER IMPERIAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER VASQUEZ that the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of November 10, 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. PRESENTATIONS: None 1. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE - None H. PUBLIC HEARINGS - None III. LEGISLATIVE A. RESOLUTION NO. 98-51 - CLAIMS AND DEMANDS The following Resolution was presented to the Council for adoption. RESOLUTION NO. 98-51 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $763,573.21 NUMBERED 25375 THROUGH 25526 MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER IMPERIAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER CLARK that the Council adopt Resolution No. 98-51. Vote resulted: Yes: Vasquez, Taylor, Bruesch, Clark, Imperial No: None Absent: None Abstain: None CC:11-24-98 Page #1 11 • The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. ./B. URGENCY ORDINANCE NO. 790 - AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD IMPOSING A 45- DAY MORATORIUM ON THE ISSUANCE OF ANY PERMITS OR OTHER ENTITLEMENTS FOR MORTUARY AND OR FUNERAL CHAPEL USES AND DIRECTING THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT TO INITIATE A STUDY WITH RESPECT TO DEVELOPING APPROPRIATE ZONING REGULATIONS GOVERNING SUCH USES - ADOPT Frank Tripepi, City Manager, presented the staff report, and explained the Ordinance to the audience of approximately 250 people, and stressed that until standards are developed by the Planning Department, there will not be a mortuary in Rosemead. Mr. Tripepi asked that the audience refrain from clapping and cheering and to allow the Council to discuss the Ordinance and vote on it; if anyone in the audience is dissatisfied with the vote, they can address the Council at that time. Councilman Taylor stated to the audience that a mortuary will not be built in the City for the next several months, if at all. However, Mr. Taylor explained that a policy should not be set whereby an item on the agenda is voted on without anyone in the audience having a chance to speak that wishes to. Councilman Imperial suggested that the audience select a spokesperson to represent those not in favor of the mortuary to address the Council. Mayor Bruesch stated that public testimony was heard at the last meeting and Council has also received numerous letters of opposition. Mr. Tripepi clarified that the item on the agenda is an Urgency Ordinance to establish a moratorium, and for those in favor of that Ordinance to come forward and just state their name, address and that they are in favor of the moratorium. William Su, 3203 Del Mar, Rosemead, stated he is in favor of the moratorium. Ted Yim, 3223 Del Mar, Rosemead, stated that he opposed the mortuary and is in favor of the moratorium. MOTION BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER CLARK that the Council waive reading in full and adopt Urgency Ordinance No. 790. Vote resulted: Yes: Vasquez, Taylor, Bruesch, Clark, Imperial No: None Absent: None Abstain: None The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. ,A 5-minute recess was taken at 8:15 p.m. and reconvened accordingly. C. RESOLUTION NO. 98-52 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD DECLARING DECEMBER 1, 1998 AS WORLD AIDS DAY The following resolution was presented to the Council for adoption: CC:11-24-98 Page #2 RESOLUTION NO. 98-52 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD DECLARING DECEMBER 1, 1998 AS WORLD AIDS DAY MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER IMPERIAL, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM VASQUEZ that the Council adopt Resolution No. 98-52. 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 (CC-A was removed for discussion purposes) CC-B REQUEST FOR YELLOW CROSSWALK AT SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD AND GRAVES AVENUE CC-C PAYMENT OF CLAIM AGAINST CITY - GENE EASTWOOD MOTION BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM VASQUEZ that the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved. 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-A REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL TRAFFIC CONTROLS ON MISSION DRIVE IN FRONT OF ROSEMEAD HIGH SCHOOL Larry Tran, 9424 Guess Street, Rosemead High School Student and member of the Student Body, thanked the Council and the Traffic Commission for continuing to keep the crosswalk issue alive. Councilman Imperial stated that crosswalks are important and does not agree that they give a false sense of security. MOTION BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMAN TAYLOR that the Council approve the staff recommendation that no changes be made to the existing traffic controls on Mission Drive in front of Rosemead High School, that enforcement by the Sheriffs Department of existing code violations be continued; install large botts dots on the double yellow centerline nearest the green curb in front of the high school and staff parking lot; a letter to student and parents be distributed addressing the concerns regarding pedestrian and vehicular traffic in front of the school; and, a study be conducted revealing previous research on crosswalks in front of schools. 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: 11-24-98 Page 43 V. MATTERS FOR DISCUSSION AND ACTION /A. SCHEDULE FOR CONSIDERATION OF PENDING ACQUISITION OF CHARTER CABLE TELEVISION BY PAUL ALLEN AND THE RENEWAL OF FRANCHISE AGREEMENT MOTION BY COUNCILMAN TAYLOR, SECOND BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL that the Council schedule a meeting to consider the sale of the Company and a Public Hearing to consider renewing the franchise on December 15, 1998. Vote resulted: Yes: Vasquez, Taylor, Bruesch, Clark, Imperial No: None Absent: None Abstain: None The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. At this time, Councilman Imperial recognized John Nunez, President of the Garvey School Board. VI. STATUS REPORTS - None VII. MATTERS FROM OFFICIALS A. AUTHORIZATION TO RECRUIT FOR UNSCHEDULED TRAFFIC COMMISSION VACANCY MOTION BY COUNCILMAN TAYLOR, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM VASQUEZ that the Council approve placement of ads in the Chamber's monthly Rosemead Report, post notices, mail letters to prior applicants and schedule a deadline date of January 21, 1999. 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. COUNCILMAN TAYLOR Asked if the water or gas lines have been changed on the Lorica Street improvement project. Mr. Taylor stated his concern with the gas lines for potential leaks as they are probably 40 years old. Ken Rukavina, City Engineer, responded that the Gas Company was asked to do a leak survey and to replace any problem lines. Mr. Rukavina continued that the Gas Company has a five year moratorium on doing any repairs or improvements unless they are emergencies. Mr. Taylor asked if the gas lines were visually checked for corrosion. Mr. Rukavina responded that the Gas Company did a leak survey, but did not actually dig down to visually inspect them. Councilman Taylor asked what assurance is there of the pipes not leaking. Mr. Taylor requested a reconfirmation from the Gas Company that they are satisfied that there are no potential leaks. CC: 11-24-98 Page 44 Mr. Rukavina stated that he will verify that situation with the Utility Coordinator for this project to confirm any informatio n received from the Gas Company. C. MAYOR BRUESCH Stated that there is an upswing of graffiti in the City and is there a need to add an additional graffiti removal staff member until this situation subsides. Councilman Taylor stated that the graffiti was removed at Temple City and Valley Boulevard, as he reported at the last meeting. However, the blue building was graffitied the following day. Mr. Taylor agreed with Mayor Bruesch that an additional person may be necessary temporarily. VIII. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE Juan Nunez, 2702 Del Mar, Rosemead, requested clarification on the Urgency Ordinance just adopted. Mr. Tripepi explained that the Ordinance will set a moratorium on the development of any mortuaries while this ordinance is in place. Mr. Tripepi stated that this moratorium will probably be extended at the next meeting to allow the Planning Department to develop appropriate zoning guidelines. IX. ADJOURNMENT There being no further action to be taken at this time, the meeting was adjourned at p.m. The next regular meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 8, 1998, at 8:00 p.m. Respectfully submitted: City lerk CC:1 I-2498 Page N5