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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL
NOVEMBER 28, 1995
CITY O S%IMEAD
DATE
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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 Councilmember Imperial
The Invocation was delivered by Pastor Dennis Alexander of the Rosemead Nazarene
Church
ROLL CALL OF OFFICERS:
Present: Councilmembers Bruesch
Mayor Vasquez
Absent: None
Imperial, Taylor, Mayor Pro Tern Clark, and
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: OCTOBER 3, 1995 - ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER BRUESCH, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER IMPERIAL
that the Minutes of the Adjourned Regular Meeting of October 3, 1995, be approved as
corrected. Vote resulted:
Yes:
Clark, Taylor, Vasquez, Bruesch, Imperial
No:
None
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: NOVEMBER 14, 1995 - REGULAR MEETING
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER IMPERIAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER BRUESCH
that the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of November 14, 1995, be approved as submitted.
Vote resulted:
Yes:
Clark, Taylor, Vasquez, Bruesch, Imperial
No:
None
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
PRESENTATIONS:
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Frank Tripepi, City Manager, announced that James Troyer, Planning Assistant will be
leaving Rosemead for the City of El Monte and wished him well.
Juan Nunez, 2702 Del Mar Avenue, Rosemead, related a story from the Reader's
Digest regarding a young criminal and the necessity of having parents show and teach
responsibility for ones actions.
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If. PUBLIC HEARINGS
An explanation of the procedures for the conduct of public hearings was presented by
the City Attorney.
A. ORDINANCE NO. 763 (URGENCY) AND 764 (INTRODUCE) ADOPTING BY
REFERENCE THE UNIFORM BUILDING CODE VOLUMES 1, 2, AND 3, UNIFORM
PLUMBING CODE, UNIFORM MECHANICAL CODE, AND NATIONAL ELECTRIC
CODE, MAKING AMENDMENTS TO SAID CODES, AND AMENDING THE
ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE
Frank Tripepi, City Manager, presented the staff report
The Mayor opened the Public Hearing for those wishing to speak in favor or against
these Ordinances.
Juan Nunez, 2702 Del Mar Avenue, Rosemead, asked if these codes affect older
homes and the R-1 , R-2, and R-3 zones. Mr. Tripepi responded that they did not affect older
homes nor zoning issues.
There being no one wishing to speak the Mayor closed the Public Hearing.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER BRUESCH, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER IMPERIAL
that the Council adopt Ordinance 763 as an urgency ordinance. Before vote could result,
more discussion ensued. Councilmember Imperial asked if this ordinance would affect the
present fees charged, which he feels are too high. Mr. Tripepi responded that there would
be no change. Councilmember Imperial requested that the fee structure be re-evaluated to
lower fees to better accommodate people requesting permits. Councilmember Bruesch called
for the question. Vote resulted:
Yes:
Clark, Vasquez, Bruesch, Imperial
No:
None
Absent:
None
Abstain:
Taylor
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
Councilmember Taylor stated for the record that he voted to Abstain as an additional
18 pages was received at 7:50 p.m., resulting in insufficient time for review, and while he
feels staff made the necessary changes or additions, he would be more comfortable in reading
those additions prior to approval.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER BRUESCH, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM CLARKthat
the Council introduce Ordinance 764, waive further reading and set the public hearing and
second reading for December 12, 1995. Vote resulted:
Yes:
Clark, Vasquez, Bruesch, Imperial
No:
None
Absent:
None
Abstain:
Taylor
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
Councilmember Taylor voted to Abstain as discussed in the aforementioned Urgency
Ordinance No. 763.
III. LEGISLATIVE
A. RESOLUTION NO. 95-59 - CLAIMS & DEMANDS
The following resolution was presented to the Council for adoption:
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RESOLUTION NO. 95-59
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $723,182.26
NUMBERED 14756 THROUGH 14930
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER IMPERIAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER BRUESCH
that Resolution No. 95-59 be adopted. Vote resulted:
Yes:
Clark, Taylor, Vasquez, Bruesch, Imperial
No:
None
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
B. ORDINANCE NO. 761 - APPROVING MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENTS
CLARIFYING USES REQUIRING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT, AND
AMENDING CODE REQUIRING AUTO RELATED USES TO OBTAIN A
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
The following resolution was presented to the Council for approval:
ORDINANCE NO. 761
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD,
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA APPROVING MUNICIPAL
CODE AMENDMENT NO. 95-02, ADDING SECTIONS TO THE ROSEMEAD
MUNICIPAL CODE CLARIFYING USES WHICH REQUIRE A CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT, AND AMENDING THE CODE REQUIRING AUTO RELATED USES TO
OBTAIN A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
Mr. Tripepi presented the staff report.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER BRUESCH, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER IMPERIAL
that the Council adopt Ordinance No. 761. Vote resulted:
Yes:
Clark, Vasquez, Bruesch, Imperial
No:
Taylor
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
C. ORDINANCE NO. 762 AMENDING SECTION 2207 OF THE ROSEMEAD
MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO MEETINGS AND REPORTS OF THE
INVESTMENT COMMITTEE
Mr. Tripepi presented the staff report.
A motion to approve was made by Councilmember Bruesch, however, more discussion
ensued before the motion was seconded.
Councilmember Taylor stated that the intent of the Council was to have the Investment
Committee meet monthly, not quarterly, and to provide quarterly reports to the Council
regarding the outcome of those meetings. Mayor Pro Tern Clark concurred with Mr. Taylor.
Councilmember Bruesch agreed to amend his motion to have Subsection (a) remain as is.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER BRUESCH, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER TAYLOR
that the Council introduce Ordinance No. 762 with Subsection (a) remaining as is calling for
monthly meetings, and adding Subsection (c) calling for quarterly reports to the Council. Vote
resulted:
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Yes:
Clark, Taylor, Vasquez, Bruesch, Imperial
No:
None
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR
CC-A AUTHORIZATION TO ATTEND 29TH ANNUAL CONTRACT CITIES
LEGISLATIVE ORIENTATION TOUR, JANUARY 16-18,1996, SACRAMENTO
CC-B ACCEPTANCE OF WORK FOR 1994-95 ASPHALT OVERLAY AND STREET
LIGHTING IMPROVEMENTS ON VARIOUS STREETS
CC-C AUTHORIZATION TO PLACE AD IN PROGRAM FOR THE 12TH ANNUAL
AFFAIR OF THE HEART DINNER FOR THE LINCOLN TRAINING CENTER,
FEBRUARY 3, 1996
CC-D AUTHORIZATION FOR CITY CLERK TO ATTEND GENERAL CONFERENCE -
CONTINUING EDUCATION FOR PUBLIC OFFICIALS - SANTA BARBARA,
FEBRUARY 11-16, 1996
CC-E APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT -SENIOR CITIZENS NUTRITION
PROGRAM
CC-F AUTHORIZATION TO ATTEND THE CALIFORNIA PARKS AND RECREATION
SOCIETY CONFERENCE
CC-G EXTENSION OF AGREEMENT - STREET SWEEPING SERVICES
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER TAYLOR, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER IMPERIAL
that the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved. Vote resulted:
Yes:
Clark, Taylor, Vasquez, Bruesch, Imperial
No:
None
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
CC-H APPROVAL OF DANCE AND ENTERTAINMENT LICENSES FOR T & J
RESTAURANT, 8526 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD
Juan Nunez, 2702 Del Mar Avenue, Rosemead, asked if this license included adult
entertainment. Mr. Tripepi responded that it did not.
Councilmember Bruesch inquired about the many incidents of major crime occurring
at that establishment and stated that while he is not anti-business, he cannot vote for
approval of the license due to the problem of reoccurring crime at this business.
Councilmember Taylor commented on Approval Condition #9, requiring that patrons
walk through a metal detector when entering the first or second floor lounge and asked if any
other establishment had this requirement. Mr. Taylor inquired further as to who will be
monitoring the detector.
Steve Willkomm, Business License Investigator, stated that this has not been a
requirement previously, but many restaurants have installed them voluntarily; however, the
Sheriff's Department feels that for this particular place it should be mandated as a condition
of the license.
Councilmember Bruesch made a motion to deny approval. More discussion ensued.
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Councilmember Imperial requested that before a decision is made to deny, information
on incidents of crime be provided; what will be taking place on the second floor; who are the
current owners; and, recommended deferring this item until all information is received.
Councilmember Taylor stated his uneasiness with private business scrutinizing the
public as in Condition #8, requiring that video cameras record all public persons utilizing both
entrances. Councilmember Taylor continued that this establishment is sending out "warning
signals" and is uncomfortable with a business that must be monitored and one which attracts
an armed clientele. might
Councilmember Bruesch questioned Condition #6, what is the relationship between
management and contract management; clarification of Condition #10, which states notifying
the Sheriff's Department of anyone remaining on the premises without adult supervision after
10:00 p.m.; and the Administrative Hearing section which mentions eight conditions whereby
the staff reports lists 12, when were these added and what were the original eight.
Councilmember Imperial added that in fairness, if the current owners are willing to
manage the business properly, then an approval should be granted with a list of restrictions
and with a coordinated effort be made between management and the Sheriff's Department.
However, more information is needed.
Councilmember Bruesch withdrew his motion. There being no objection this item was
deferred to the next meeting for more information.
CC-I PAYMENT TO LOS ANGELES COUNTY FOR STORM DRAIN PUMP STATION
MAINTENANCE
Councilmember Bruesch questioned the final invoices of $44,677.37 versus the pre-
authorized amount of $8000.
Mr. Tripepi responded the County gave the City an estimated cost of $8,000 for the
storm drain maintenance, however, the job required more work which was done without prior
authorization from the City. Mr. Tripepi continued that, hopefully, a system is now in place
whereby the County will not exceed the service request amounts without prior authorization.
Councilmember Taylor asked how this situation came about and how many times has
the City been notified of these invoices.
Jeff Stewart, Executive Assistant, responded that he has been in contact with the
County for two years trying to resolve this issue. Mr. Stewart continued that two motors
which had to be replaced were extraordinarily expensive and the County went ahead and
replaced them without prior approval.
Mr. Tripepi added that the County has been routinely checking the storm drains for
years.
Councilmember Taylor stated that the County was lax in maintaining these drains and
now want they want the City to pay the difference. Mr. Taylor asked whose obligation is it
to maintain them.
Mr. Stewart responded that the County does a routine check, but not a lot of
maintenance was done through the drought years; however, due to last year's rains the drains
had to undergo massive repairs.
Councilmember Taylor requested a letter of explanation from the County and that this
item be deferred until then.
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Greg Kelly, L.A. County Public Works, agreed that the estimates were incorrect and
explained the specialized functions required to clear the storm drains. Mr. Kelly stated that
the drains are city facilities and the county is contracted by the cities to do the work. Mr.
Kelly continued that procedures are now in place to inspect the storm drains on a regular basis
and also when there is a heavy rainfall and amounts exceeding the service request will now
require prior authorization from the City.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER BRUESCH that the Council approve payment of Los
Angeles County invoice. Motion failed for lack of a second.
There being no objection this item was deferred to the next meeting with a request
that the County provide a letter of explanation before payment of the invoice.
V. MATTERS FOR DISCUSSION AND ACTION - None
VII. STATUS REPORTS - None
VIII. MATTERS FROM OFFICIALS
A. COUNCILMEMBER IMPERIAL
1 . Requested that the City Attorney review the latest information on pornographic
newsracks.
2. Stated that the City of El Monte passed an ordinance prohibiting solicitations
in the medians and requested that a similar Ordinance be placed on the next agenda. Mr.
Tripepi responded that an Ordinance may not be necessary as the City uses the Vehicle Code
to remove solicitors that impede traffic. Sgt. Wallace added that there are two sections of
the Vehicle Code section which work well at Montgomery Wards and other locations. Mr.
Kress stated that he talked with Sgt. Wallace this evening to ascertain if the City needed this
additional tool and was assured that the Vehicle Code sections are satisfactory. Mr. Kress
continued that he has questions regarding the El Monte ordinance as to whether this has been
a useful tool, and if the District Attorney has been prosecuting cases, and he will provide
Council with a status report.
B. COUNCILMEMBER BRUESCH
1 . Announced that on two separate occasions, the Rosemead Boys and Girls Club
provided 500 meals to needy families and commended the organization and Pastor Charlie
Corum and the Olive Branch Outreach congregation for a job well done.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further action at this time, the meeting was adjourned at 8:55 p.m.
The next regular meeting will be held on December 12, 1995, at 8:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted:
City Clerk
APPROVED:
MP,Y,OR
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