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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCILU
JUNE 27, 1995
APPROVED
CITY OF RO. EDMEAD
DATE a s 9
BY
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 Church of the
Nazarene
ROLL CALL OF OFFICERS:
Present: Councilmembers Bruesch, Imperial, Taylor, Mayor Pro Tern Clark, and
Mayor Vasquez
Absent: None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: MAY 30, 1995 - ADJOURNED MEETING
There being no objection, approval of these Minutes was deferred to the next regular
meeting to allow for various corrections.
PRESENTATIONS: - None
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Holly Knapp, 8367 E. Whitmore, Rosemead, gave an update on the 4th of July Parade,
thanked staff, introduced the parade committee and displayed the new t-shirts. Ms. Knapp
thanked the volunteers and business people for their involvement and community spirit, and
presented the Council with t-shirts.
Mayor Vasquez announced that there may be a Mayor/Councilmember dunk tank
during the carnival to raise money to send children to summer camp.
Robert Angles, 9147 Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, stated that on Garvey Boulevard
along the wash, homeless people are living in lean-tos, and shopping carts and trash are being
dumped there also. Mr. Angles stated further that the bubble curbs on Valley Boulevard
between Loma and Ivar need to be removed due to uplifting of the tree roots, and lastly, the
flags displayed on holidays are torn, ripped, faded and installed improperly.
Frank Tripepi, City Manager, responded that the torn flags and broken brackets will be
replaced for this 4th of July holiday.
Councilmember Imperial stated that as an indication of City Pride, the flags and banners
should be replaced as soon as they are damaged.
Councilmember Taylor inquired about the Marge Carson parking lot proposal.
Peter Lyons, Planning Director, responded that the City is working with them on a
gravel parking lot rather than a paved one due to the cost of the latter and also working on
the lease document.
Mr. Angles stated that protocol should be followed in destroying old flags.
Mayor Pro Tern Clark, referring-to.Mr. Angles concerns about removing the bubble
sidewalks on Valley Boulevard, stated the sidewalk properties would have to be taken by
eminent domain and according to traffic studies, would take away parking and make Valley
Boulevard a thoroughfare for overflow traffic from the freeways which Mrs. Clark stated that
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she has very serious reservations about. _District had not yet agreed to pay
Councilmember Taylor agreed wit ayor Pro Tern Clark and stated that the Council
rejected a proposal from the transit distri t previously that would have prohibited morning and
afternoon parking in which the for and provide off-street parking.
In turn, the City would have had to condemn properties to provide parking for adjoining
businesses. Mr. Taylor stated his concern about the justification of having to condemn one
property to benefit another.
Juan Nunez, 2702 Del Mar Avenue, Rosemead, stated that he brought Don Wagner,
Assistant City Manager, approximately 15-20 advertisement signs that he spoke about at the
July 13, 1995 Council meeting and asked if he was allowed to pull them down from the
Edison right-of-way.
Frank Tripepi, City Manager, stated that if signs are on a public right-of-way they can
be removed, but not on private property and to call City Hall if he has any doubts.
VII. MATTERS FROM OFFICIALS (TAKEN OUT OF ORDER)
A. TOWING SERVICE RESPONSIBILITY
Daniel Meister, 2740 Bruin Avenue, South El Monte, Freddie Mac's Towing Service,
was present to answer any questions.
Councilmember Taylor stated that he requested this item be on the agenda for
clarification as to who is responsible for clean up after an accident as debris was left at the
accident site on two occasions recently leaving the City open to potential lawsuits. Mr.
Taylor stated further that should this occur a third or fourth time, the City would have no
recourse but to notify the Sheriff's Department.
Mr. Meister stated that it is Freddie Mac's policy to clean up after an accident and that
he addressed the driver who left the debris at the one incident, and has since held policy
meetings with his staff. Mr. Meister explained further that the other incident at Del Mar
involved towing a vehicle from another accident at that location, and that AAA was handling
the accident where the debris was left. Mr. Meister stated that he has since instructed his
drivers to clean up the entire intersection if Freddie Mac's is involved in any way.
II. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING PROPOSED ADOPTION OF THE COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN
The Mayor opened the public hearing.
Juan Nunez, 2702 Del Mar Avenue, Rosemead, asked if this was the same program
where a dissatisfied resident took her complaints to the news media and what has happened
since.
Councilmember Taylor stated that out of 300-400 properties involved there was only
one disgruntled person and that the two other people with her on the TV news were not from
the City of Rosemead, and that this problem is still on-going.
Mr. Nunez asked if the contractors had the proper tools.
It was explained by the Council that the contractors are licensed and bonded and that
staff put in a tremendous amount of work and hours in trying to satisfy this one resident.
The Mayor closed the public hearing.
Councilmember Imperial asked how this program equates to the existing program, how
does it interface with HUD, and would the City lose their autonomy.
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Mr. Tripepi explained that the City will now deal directly with HUD rather than going
through the County.
Councilmember Imperial stated that he is dissatisfied with HUD and is against this
proposal unless HUD guarantees autonomy whereby we can take care of our own citizens.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER TAYLOR, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER IMPERIAL
that the Council approve the proposed Citizen Participation Plan for the 1995-2000
Consolidated Plan period, and authorize staff to include this in the Consolidated Plan. Vote
resulted:
Yes: Clark, Taylor, Vasquez, Bruesch
No: Imperial
Absent: None
Abstain: None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
III. LEGISLATIVE
A. RESOLUTION NO. 95-26 CLAIMS AND DEMANDS
The following resolution was presented to the Council for adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 95-26
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $685,838.16
NUMBERED 13300 THROUGH 13413
Councilmember Taylor asked if the City has been a member of CALED and what
benefits do they provide to the City, referring to Check No. 13343.
Mr. Wagner responded that CALED provides a monthly bulletin, conducts seminars,
and provides economic development and legislative information.
Mr. Tripepi stated that a copy of the next bulletin will be provided to Council.
Councilmember Bruesch asked if a new coffee machine could have been purchased for
the price of the repair, referring to Check No. 13344, $185.00 to David's Vending Sales for
coffee machine repair; and, on Check No. 13359, Hewlett Packard, questioned the HW & SW
initials.
Mr. Tripepi responded that a new coffer maker would cost approximately $800-900
and the HW & SW stands for hardware and software.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER BRUESCH, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER TAYLOR
that Resolution No. 94-26 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. 758 - IMPLEMENTING A STORM WATER MANAGEMENT
PROGRAM - NPDES (INTRODUCE)
The following Ordinance No. 758 was introduced to the Council.
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ORDINANCE NO. 758 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD,
CALIFORNIA ADDING CHAPTER 7 TO ARTICLE 5, SANITATION AND HEALTH,
OF THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE, IMPLEMENTING A STORM WATER
MANAGEMENT PROGRAM PURSUANT TO THE NATIONAL POLLUTION
DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM PERMITS PROGRAM
Councilmember Bruesch asked what would the homeowners to liable for under the
Ordinance.
Al Rodriquez, City Engineer, responded that the Ordinance exempts single-family
homes and that new developments would have to develop a plan.
Mayor Pro Tern Clark requested that this item be deferred for explanation of when this
program was required, if there is any legislation pending to reverse this, and what would be
involved cost wise and staff time if the City developed their own program.
There being no objection, this item was deferred to the next meeting.
C. RESOLUTION NO. 95-27 -ADOPTION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD'S 1995-96
APPROPRIATION LIMIT AND ANNUAL BUDGET
The following resolution was presented to the Council for adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 95-27
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ADOPTING AND APPROPRIATIONS LIMITATION FOR THE 1995-96 FISCAL
YEAR AND ADOPTING THE ANNUAL BUDGET FOR 1995-96, MAKING
APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE AMOUNT BUDGETED
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER BRUESCH, SECOND BY MAYOR PROTEM CLARKthat
Resolution No. 95-27 be adopted. Vote resulted:
Yes:
Clark, Vasquez, Bruesch, Imperial
No:
Taylor
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
Councilmember Taylor stated that he objected to the interlocking of the Agency's City
Services Account reimbursing the City in the amount of $947,300.
D. RESOLUTION NO. 95-28 - SUPPORTING SB 500 CALLING FOR AN INCREASE
IN THE MINIMUM WAGE
The following resolution was presented to the Council for adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 95-28
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
SUPPORTING SB 500 CALLING FOR AN INCREASE IN THE MINIMUM WAGE
Mayor Pro Tem Clark stated her opposition to increasing the minimum wage as this
would force businesses to leave the country for cheaper labor causing losses of jobs locally.
Mrs. Clark stated further that she favors guaranteeing minimum wage positions somehow as
many people are currently out of work due to businesses relocating elsewhere.
Councilmember Taylor stated that entire families are working at minimum wage and
living in appalling conditions, and that they could possibly earn more on welfare along with
other subsidies than by working. Mr. Taylor stated further that he favors the bill and that it
has been seven years since the last increase.
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Councilmember Bruesch also stated that he favors the increase also as many
households are single family households with one wage earner which may cause school age
children to drop out of school to work.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER BRUESCH, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER IMPERIAL
that Resolution No. 95-28 be adopted. Before vote could result, Mr. Juan Nunez requested
to speak. Mr. Nunez agreed that the wages should be increased but may cause businesses
to leave. Councilmember Bruesch called for the question. Vote resulted:
Yes:
Taylor, Vasquez, Bruesch, Imperial
No:
Clark
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR
CC-B EXTENSION OF AGREEMENT FOR SIGNAL MAINTENANCE SERVICES
CC-C ACCEPTANCE OF WORK FOR ROSEMEAD CITY HALL RESTROOMS
CC-D REMOVE LOADING ZONE ON DELTA AVENUE SOUTH OF VALLEY
BOULEVARD
CC-G AUTHORIZATION TO ATTEND THE SEVENTH NATIONAL AND COMMUNITY
SERVICE SUPERCONFERENCE, OCTOBER 18-21,1995, WASHINGTON, D.C.
CC-H AWARD OF CONTRACT - FAIR HOUSING SERVICES PROVIDER
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER IMPERIAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER BRUESCH
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-A AUTHORIZATION TO ATTEND INTERNATIONAL CITY MANAGERS
ASSOCIATION 81ST ANNUAL CONFERENCE, SEPTEMBER 17-20, 1995,
DENVER, COLORADO
Juan Nunez, 2702 Del Mar Avenue, Rosemead, pointed out air fares to and from
Denver have been raised by the airline to compensate for the higher operating costs at the
new Denver International Airport.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER BRUESCH, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER CLARK that
the Council authorize the City Manager's attendance at the conference.
CC-E AUTHORIZATION TO ATTEND XXX11 U.S.IMEXICO SISTER CITY
CONFERENCE, AUGUST 9-13, 1995, PHOENIX, ARIZONA
Juan Nunez, 2702 Del Mar Avenue, Rosemead, requested that the dual citizenship
proposal by Mexico and the NAFTA issue be addressed at this conference.
Councilmember Imperial requested that the Council be advised of any staff member
attending this conference.
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MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER BRUESCH, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER IMPERIAL
that the Council authorize the attendance of any Councilmember, City Treasurer, and staff as
designated by the City Manager. Vote resulted:
Yes:
Clark, Taylor
No:
None
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
Vasquez, Bruesch, Imperial
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
CC-F AWARD OF BID FOR REPLACEMENT OF CITY VEHICLE - UNIT #1
Juan Nunez, 2702 Del Mar Avenue, Rosemead, questioned the necessity of purchasing
the Buick Park Avenue Ultra instead of a lesser model.
Councilmember Bruesh stated that the Buick Ultra is a larger vehicle which can carry
five people comfortably, a necessity in driving long distances to conferences.
Councilmember Imperial asked that this item be deferred and requested backup
information on maintenance work and cost, and mileage.
Mr. Tripepi responded that the mileage is approximately 84,000 miles, the disc rotor
needs to be replaced, and that there is a $1,000 rebate ending on June 30th.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER TAYLOR, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM CLARK that
the Council award the bid to Buick Mart in the amount of $21,334.36 with the cost to be
shared 50\50 with the Rosemead Redevelopment Agency. Vote resulted:
Yes:
Clark, Taylor, Vasquez, Bruesch
No:
Imperial
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
Councilmember Imperial stated for the record that his opposition was due to the
inability to get the requested backup documents.
Mr. Tripepi stated that the documents will be provided as soon as possible.
CC-1 APPROVAL OF 30-DAY EXTENSION - COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT (CDBG) ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES AGREEMENT
Councilmember Taylor stated that no backup information has been received for the two
proposals on this item.
Jeff Stewart, Executive Assistant, responded that staff is asking for a 30-day
extension in order to analyze the two bids received.
Councilmember Taylor requested the backup information.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER BRUESCH, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER TAYLOR
that the Council approve a 30-day extension to the City's current agreement with Willdan
Associates for CDBG Administration. Vote resulted:
Yes:
Clark, Taylor, Vasquez, Bruesch
No:
None
Absent:
None
Abstain:
Imperial
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
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CC-J SUPPORT OF RESOLUTION TO THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES
MODIFYING POLICY ADOPTION PROCEDURES
Councilmember Taylor requested clarification on this issue.
Mayor Pro Tern Clark explained that this resolution supports standing League policy
issues being considered at annual conferences have a majority of quorum voting delegates
representing the member cities.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER TAYLOR, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER BRUESCH
that the Council approve the resolution requesting a modification of the procedures by which
the League of California Cities' adopts standing policies. 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-K SCA 24 (CALDERON) - SUPPORT
Councilmember Taylor stated that he supports this bill but requested any backup
statistics on hung jury votes, if available.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER BRUESCH, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER IMPERIAL
that the Council support SCA 24 (Calderon) and authorize the Mayor to send the appropriate
correspondence. 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-L.A. AMEND AGENDA TO INCLUDE ITEM CC-L
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER IMPERIAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER TAYLOR
that the Council amend the agenda to include item CC-L and determine that the need to take
action on this item arose after the posting of the agenda and that there is a need to take
action at this evening's meeting as the event will occur before the Council's next meeting.
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-L HOSTING OF 4TH OF JULY PICNIC FOR KEELUNG SISTER CITY DELEGATION
Councilmember Taylor stated that it is good public relations for the City to host the
luncheon for the 30 delegates and guests.
Councilmember Imperial stated that when the Keelung Sister City was formed, the
Council agreed to accept another Sister City if no City funds were involved. Mr. Imperial
stated that City policy at that time was to pay for Councilmembers and staff only for any fees
incurred, but not the sister city members and suggested for the 4th of July picnic that the
Sister City Committee be billed for their portion.
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Councilmember Bruesch suggested that the Sister City treasury pay what they are able
to and the City subsidize the remainder.
Hugh Foutz, City Treasurer, stated that having sister cities establishes good
relationships between countries and dickering over who is paying for what is not what having
the Sister City Program is about.
Councilmember Taylor stated that he is not opposed to the program, but it gets abused
by many cities where bureaucrats travel at taxpayers expense.
Mr. Foutz stressed that these cultural exchange programs are very important and the
City should have a positive public relation image and a policy that would support this.
Councilmember Taylor stated that he supports the program of individuals working with
each other but not bureaucrats travelling worldwide at taxpayers expense and, further, if the
organizers are not working with each other, it is not the responsibility of a public agency to
fund it. Mr. Taylor stated further that since the Keelung people are our invited guests it would
be good public relations to host this event.
Councilmember Imperial stated that the Keelung group pays for their own
transportation, hotels and buses and had suggested to the Sister City Committee that should
the $1000 in their Treasury be depleted, the committee conduct a fund raiser to replenish that
account. Further, Mr. Imperial explained that he has been to Mexico and Taiwan and Mr.
Foutz and every Councilmember paid their own fare and added that he initiated the Keelung
Sister City Program as Rosemead has a large Asian population and he supports the program
also, but not at taxpayers expense.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER IMPERIAL, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM CLARK that
the Council authorize the expenditure for Council and staff, direct staff to make the necessary
luncheon arrangements and the City reimburse the Sister City Committee should expenses
deplete their Treasury. Before vote could result, more discussion ensuedrand a substitute
motion was made.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER IMPERIAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER TAYLOR
that the Council authorize the maximum expenditure of $552.50 and direct staff to collect as
much of that money as possible from the Sister City Committee. Vote resulted:
Yes: Clark, Taylor, Vasquez, Bruesch, Imperial
No: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
V. MATTERS FOR DISCUSSION AND ACTION
A. TRACT MAP NO. 47192 (DEL/MAR GRAVES) EXTENSION OF IMPROVEMENT
AGREEMENT
Councilmember Taylor asked Mr. Lyons what is proposed for the 31 lots.
Peter Lyons, Planning Director, responded that it is a standard subdivision with single
family lots, approved through the PD process and meets set-back requirements.
Councilmember Taylor stated that he is not in favor of extending the agreement for one
more year if the owner is going to develop the project in two phases but is in favor if the
project stays as is with the potential of building 31 homes at one time rather than scrapping
the entire project.
Bill Lau, 220 S. 1 st Street, Alhambra, that he is unable to obtain $5 million in financing
to build the 31 homes, but some banks may be willing to lend him $2 million to build 8
homes.
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Council member Taylor stated that he favors extending the original agreement to enable
the developer to obtain financing for the entire project, rather than have him lose the
approximately $60,000 or more already invested in this.
Councilmember Bruesch agreed with Mr. Taylor.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER TAYLOR, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER BRUESCH
that the Council approve extending the original Undertaking Agreement for an additional year
to enable the owner to obtain financing for the entire project, and direct staff to prepare the
required amendment to the agreement for execution by the Mayor and developer. Vote
resulted:
Yes: Clark, Taylor, Vasquez, Bruesch, Imperial
No: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
Richard Sien, project partner, stated that a large amount of money has been invested
in this property already but due to the interest rates the banks are reluctant to lend them the
money for the entire project and that they wanted to possibly do the project in two phases.
Mayor Pro Tern Clark explained that if the project was developed in two phases, then
logically the prime lots facing the street would be built first, leaving the rest landlocked
whereby the City would have no guarantee the those lots would ever be developed. Mrs.
Clark stated further that if a loan for the entire project was unattainable, then the developers
would have to return with another project scaled down that would include the land backing
Highcliff Street.
A five-minutes recess was called at 10:10 p.m. and the meeting was reconvened
accordingly.
B. ACCEPTANCE OF STREET EASEMENTS FOR HIGHCLIFF STREET
RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT ,
Councilmember Taylor stated that some of the residents on Highcliff have dedicated
their right-of-way without requiring anything while others are taking advantage of not only
getting a free street with curbs and gutters, but are asking for $12,000 walls and wrought
iron fencing while those at the end of the barricade will have nothing done. Mr. Taylor stated
that he cannot accept this as a policy.
Al Rodriguez, City Engineer, explained that it is the Council's option to end the project
at the private street and leave it as is, but that some of the residents on that street requested
that the project be extended.
Frank Tripepi, referring to the Bartlett Street project stated that this project is similar
and that the Council referred the project back to the neighbors to work amongst themselves
to come to an agreement whereby no one is taking advantage of the other and then bring the
matter back to the Council for approval.
Councilmember Taylor agreed and stated that the Council should not be pitting one
neighbor against the other or arbitrarily giving others benefits that the neighbors across the
street are not getting. Mr. Taylor pointed out that the residents on the east end of the public
street will have a new street without benefit of walls and fences while on the same street on
the private section, those neighbors will have the slump walls and wrought iron fences
causing dissension among them. Mr. Taylor stated further that the residents on the private
street need to work a solution out among themselves.
Councilmember Bruesch suggested that a letter be sent stating that the City is not their
arbitrator and that they need to work this out themselves first.
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Councilmember Taylor suggested a letter stating that the City is willing to pave, install
curbs and gutter and sidewalks at no cost to the owner and because of disagreements
between some of the property owners, the City cannot show partiality.
Robert Kress, City Attorney, stated that the Council has approved some right-of-way
agreements and that easements have been recorded by the County Recorder.
Councilmember Taylor then requested a total legal explanation of what has been done
and asked that this item be deferred.
Juan Nunez, 2702 Del Mar Avenue, Rosemead, stated that from the barricade going
towards Jackson, there is no fencing or walls.
Councilmember Imperial agreed that this item be put on hold and referred to the Pine
Street Project where the neighbors were unhappy because some residents received walls and
others did not.
Councilmember Taylor asked what the cost would be to change the County recording
on those agreements.
Mr. Kress responded that they will analyze what the Council has agreed to and what
steps, if any, have been implemented on those agreements and will provide that information
to the Council with any options.
VI. STATUS REPORTS - None
VII. MATTERS FROM OFFICIALS
A. LAND USE REGULATIONS FOR CHURCHES
Councilmember Imperial stated that he requested that this item be placed on the
agenda to prevent problems as occurred recently with the Buddhist Temple on Walnut Grove
and that regulations are necessary to control off-site parking.
Councilmember Taylor stated that staff can be directed to prepare an ordinance and
the biggest complaint is street parking near the churches.
Councilmember Bruesch stated one plus is that attendance at churches is up.
Councilmember Taylor responded that the parking problem becomes abusive to the
neighbors when they or their visitors have nowhere to park.
Councilmember Imperial gave several examples of problems he has encountered with
overflow parking at churches in his neighborhood and stated that he has made suggestions
to them to alleviate the situation which was not met with favorably. Mr. Imperial stated that
the churches should have a required amount of on-site parking and not allow off-site parking
and enable the City to enforce this.
Councilmember Bruesch stated that he does not want this requirement to be so
restrictive as to make it difficult to worship in this City.
Councilmember Imperial agreed, but respect and courtesy has to be shown to the
people that bought homes in this City.
Pastor Alexander, 2703 Walnut Grove Avenue, Rosemead, stated that perhaps a letter
be sent to the Pastors from the Council stipulating the parking rules and regulations and
problems being encountered.
Mr. Kress clarified that any future ordinance considered would not affect any churches
already approved.
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B. COUNCILMEMBER TAYLOR
1 . Requested an item be put on the next agenda regarding a direction to staff that
right-of-way deeds not be recorded by the County Recorder until all property owners are in
agreement and have signed their deeds.
C. MAYOR PRO TEM CLARK
1. Requested for the next agenda that staff gather information on utility increases
as they may affect low-income families and that this information can be published in the next
City newsletter.
VII. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE - None
IX. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further action at this time, the meeting was adjourned at 10:55 p.m.
in memory of Rose Miraldi, Glenn Clanton's sister. The next regular meeting will be held on
July 11, 1995, at 8:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted: APPROVED:
City Clerk
Correction to previously approved minutes of June 27, 1995 at the regular
meeting of the Rosemead City Council on September 26, 1995.
City Clei~k MA OR.
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