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CITY OF ROSEMEAD
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING RY
ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL
JANUARY 24,.1995
The regular meeting of the Rosemead City Council was called to order by Mayor
Bruesch at 8:12 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 Taylor
The Invocation was delivered by Pastor Dennis Alexander of the Church of the
Nazarene
ROLL CALL OF OFFICERS:
Present: Councilmembers Clark, Imperial, Vasquez, Mayor Pro Tern Taylor, and
Mayor Bruesck
Absent: None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: OCTOBER 18, 1994 - ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING
(TOWN HALL MEETING)
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER VASQUEZ, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER IMPERIAL
that the Minutes of the Adjourned Regular Meeting of October 18, 1994, be approved as
submitted. Vote resulted:
Yes: Clark, Bruesch, Vasquez, Imperial
No: None
Absent: None
Abstain: Taylor
'The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: DECEMBER 13, 1994 - REGULAR MEETING
MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM TAYLOR, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER IMPERIAL
that the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 13, 1994, be approved as submitted.
Vote resulted:
Yes: Clark, Taylor, Bruesch, Vasquez, Imperial
No: None -
Absent: None
Abstain: None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
PRESENTATIONS: - None
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Robert Angles, 9147 Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, stated that he has received a letter
from Mayor Bruesch responding to his petition he submitted at the July 12, 1994 Council
meeting, and requested a response from the other Councilmembers.
Mayor Bruesch responded that his letter was on behalf of the entire Council and that
the Council was aware of the letter.
Councilmember Clark stated that it is customary for the Mayor to communicate on
behalf of the Council
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II. PUBLIC HEARINGS
An explanation of the procedures for the conduct of public hearings was presented by
the City Attorney.
A. CONSIDERATION OF AN APPEAL OF A PLANNING COMMISSION DECISION
DENYING A REQUEST FROM MIKE YOAKUM AND KENT WU TO SUBDIVIDE
AN EXISTING PARCEL INTO TWO (2) LOTS TO CONSTRUCT A SINGLE
FAMILY DWELLING AND A VARIANCE FOR A 45 FOOT WIDE LOT IN LIEU OF
THE REQUIRED 50 FEET AT 9318 RALPH STREET, ROSEMEAD.
Frank Tripepi, City Manager, summarized the staff report.
The Mayor opened the Public Hearing for those in favor of the appeal.
A. Cathy Connen, 140 W. Orange Street, Covina, engineer for the project, stated
that a majority of the lots in the area have already been subdivided and that the variance for
the 55 foot lot with a sideyard of 3 feet would affect only the rear 12 feet of the existing
home. Ms. Connen stated further that the other variance is on the 45' lot, but the house
could be designed to exceed the 5 feet sideyard or to sit further back on the lot where it
would not be adjacent to the existing home.
B. Michael Yoakum, 9318 Ralph Street, Rosemead, owner of the property stated
that he is here to answer any questions from the Council.
C. Kent Wu, 1 274 E. Center Court Drive, Covina, architect for the project, stated
that the 45 foot lot is adequate for a new home. Mr. Wu went to the diagram on the board
and explained various ways to design and place the new house with minimal impact on the
existing house and the sideyard setbacks. Mayor Pro Tern Taylor questioned whether the new
house would have to be placed lengthwise on the lot with the garage in back. Mr. Wu
responded the garage could possibly be placed in the front. Mayor Pro Tem Taylor expressed
his concern about accessibility to the back yard. Mr. Wu stated that the lot is very long and
if the garage is placed in the front,.the lot would be ample.
At this time, those in opposition were invited to speak.
There being no one wishing to speak, the public hearing was closed.
Mayor Pro Tern Taylor stated that this is a unique property and depending on the
placement of the house, there will be a 60 to 70 foot backyard. Mr. Taylor stated further that
demolishing the existing house will cause a hardship for Mr. Yoakum and the Council would
not be setting a precedent by granting the variance for a 45 foot lot, and that a new house
will be gained which would enhance the neighborhood.
Mayor Bruesch stated that the architectural style of the house, Spanish revival, built
in 1919, has historical value and that the house should be saved.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER IMPERIAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER VASQUEZ
that the Council approve the request based on the findings in Section 9171 and subject to the
conditions listed in Exhibit A. Vote resulted:
Yes: Clark, Taylor, Bruesch, Vasquez, Imperial
No: None
Absent: None
Abstain; None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
A five minute recess was called at 8:30 p.m. and the meeting was reconvened
accordingly.
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III. LEGISLATIVE
A. RESOLUTION NO. 95-01 - CLAIMS & DEMANDS
The following resolution was presented to the Council for adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 95-01
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $77,184.24
NUMBERED 3399 THROUGH NO. 3405, AND DEMANDS 3414 THROUGH NO.
3432.
Mayor Pro Tem Taylor asked if check no. 11828, Rosemead Chamber of Commerce-
Empowerment Zone in the amount of $8800 is in addition to the $10,000 that was budgeted
last year.
Don Wagner, Assistant City Manager, responded that this is part of the budgeted
$10,000.
MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM TAYLOR, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER VASQUEZ
hat Resolution No. 95-01 be adopted. Vote resulted:
Yes: Clark, Taylor, Bruesch, Vasquez, Imperial
No: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
B. RESOLUTION NO. 95-02
The following resolution was presented to the Council for adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 95-02
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
DENYING MODIFICATION OF PLANNED DEVELOPMENT 94-7 FOR PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 8445-8463 MISSION DRIVE, ROSEMEAD.
MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM TAYLOR, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER IMPERIAL
that Resolution No. 95-02 be adopted. Vote resulted:
Yes:
Clark, Taylor
No:
None
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
Bruesch, Vasquez, Imperial
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
C. RESOLUTION NO. 95-03
The following resolution was presented to the Council for adoption.
RESOLUTION NO. 95-03
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD MAKING
CERTAIN FINDINGS AND DETERMINATIONS WITH RESPECT TO
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY PAYMENT FOR THE BARTLETT, BURTON,
MUSCATEL AVENUE STORM DRAIN IMPROVEMENTS AND DELTA AVENUE
SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS
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MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM TAYLOR, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER IMPERIAL
that Resolution No. 95-03 be adopted. Vote resulted:
Yes: Clark, Taylor, Bruesch, Vasquez, Imperial
No: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
D. RESOLUTION NO. 95-04
The following resolution was presented to the Council for adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 95-04
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
SUPPORTING THE MOTION BY THE SOUTH COAST AIR QUALITY
MANAGEMENT DISTRICT (SCAQMD) URGING THE ENVIRONMENTAL
PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA) TO APPROVE AND ENFORCE THE PROVISIONS
OF THE CALIFORNIA STATE IMPLEMENTATION PLAN (SIP)
Mayor Pro Tem Taylor stated that he supports this resolution but is concerned with the
new Federal Implementation Plan being similar to the State Implementation Plan.
Mayor Bruesch responded that the State plan meets the Federal Implementation Plan
and that the SCAQMD is trying to urge the EPA to accept the State Implementation Plan
instead of duplicating paperwork already done.
Mayor Pro Tern Taylor stated that it is then a choice of having either the Federal Plan
or a single jurisdictional element of the SCAQMD, neither of which is an ideal situation.
MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM TAYLOR, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER VASQUEZ
that Resolution No. 95-04 be adopted. Vote resulted:
Yes:
Clark, Taylor
No:
None
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
Bruesch, Vasquez, Imperial
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
E. ORDINANCE NO. 751
The following ordinance was presented to the Council for adoption:
ORDINANCE NO. 751
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ADOPTING A STANDARDIZED CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE FOR THE CITY
OF ROSEMEAD, THE ROSEMEAD REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AND THE
ROSEMEAD HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER IMPERIAL, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM TAYLOR
that Ordinance No. 751 be adopted. Vote resulted:
Yes:
Clark, Taylor, Bruesch, Vasquez, Imperial
No:
None
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
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IV. CONSENT CALENDAR (CC-G, CC-K, AND CC-L REMOVED FOR DISCUSSION)
CC-A AUTHORIZATION TO ATTEND GOVERNMENT FINANCE OFFICERS
ASSOCIATION 89TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE, JUNE 11-14, 1995,
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND
CC-B 1995-96 BUDGET CALENDAR
CC-C AUTHORIZATION TO REJECT CLAIM FILED AGAINST CITY BY DANIEL
DEL RIO
CC-D ACCEPTANCE OF WORK FOR WALNUT GROVE AVENUE/MISSION
DRIVE ASPHALT CONCRETE OVERLAY PROJECT
CC-E APPROVAL OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZATION
TO SEEK BIDS FOR ASPHALT CONCRETE OVERLAY AND STREET
LIGHTING IMPROVEMENTS ON VARIOUS CITY STREETS
CC-F AUTHORIZATION TO ATTEND LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES CITY
MANAGERS DEPARTMENT MEETING, FEBRUARY 22-24, 1995,
MONTEREY
CC-H REQUEST FROM LINCOLN TRAINING CENTER TO PLACE AD FOR
THEIR AFFAIR OF THE HEART DINNER, FEBRUARY 10, 1995
CC-I REQUEST FOR RED CURB ON GRAVES AVENUE WEST OF JACKSON
AVENUE - MARYVALE
CC-J REQUEST FOR RED CURB ON GARVEY AVENUE WEST OF DEL MAR
AVENUE - SOUTHSIDE
CC-M AUTHORIZATION TO ATTEND NATIONAL LEAGUE OF CITIES
CONGRESSIONAL CITY CONFERENCE, MARCH 11-14, 1995,
WASHINGTON, D.C.
CC-N AUTHORIZATION TO ATTEND CALIFORNIA SPECIALIZED TRAINING
INSTITUTE'S (CSTI) DESIGN AND FUNCTION OF THE EMERGENCY
OPERATIONS CENTER COURSE, APRIL 3-7, 1995
CC-0 APPROVAL OF SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZATION TO SEEK BIDS
FOR THE RESIDENTIAL REHABILITATION 53RD HANDYMAN GRANT
PROGRAM
CC-P AUTHORIZATION TO USE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCKGRANT
(CDBG) FUNDS TO MEET CITY OBLIGATION FOR COMMUNITY
ORIENTED POLICING SERVICES (COPS) GRANT
MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM TAYLOR, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER VASQUEZ
that the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved. Vote Resulted:
Yes:
Clark, Taylor
No:
None
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
Bruesch, Vasquez, Imperial
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
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CC-G APPROVAL OF LEFT-TURN PHASING TRAFFIC STUDY UPDATE ON
MARSHALL STREET AT ROSEMEAD BOULEVARD AND ON MISSION
DRIVE AT ROSEMEAD BOULEVARD
Councilmember Clark asked if the left-turn phasing at both streets will have left-turn
arrows and pockets. Ms. Clark stated that priority should be given to the left turn on Mission
and asked if CalTrans will do both studies.
Joanne Itagaki, Traffic Engineer, responded that both studies are going to CalTrans and
both intersections have'a high accident history.
Councilmember Clark stated that the traffic signal timing on eastbound Valley
Boulevard turning left onto Rosemead Boulevard is too short, not enough vehicles can make
the turn.
Ms. Itagaki responded that she has contacted CalTrans previously regarding the timing
on Rosemead Boulevard, especially the Valley Boulevard intersection. Ms. Itagaki stated the
according to CalTrans, they are in the process of recoordinating all the signals and she will
urge them to give more time on Valley Boulevard.
Councilmember Imperial stated that the amount of traffic on Mission is as busy as
Valley Boulevard, and that both streets need to be studied.
MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM TAYLOR, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER IMPERIAL
that the Council approve the left-turn studies on Marshall Street at Rosemead Boulevard and
on Mission Drive at Rosemead Boulevard and authorize staff to request Caltrans approval for
construction of left-turn phasing at both intersection. Vote resulted:
Yes:
Clark, Taylor
No:
No
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
Bruesch, Vasquez, Imperial
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
CC-K GARVEY AVENUE INSTALLATION OF "NO U-TURN" SIGNS
Mayor Pro Tern Taylor stated that he cannot support the "No U-Turn" installations as
they are too confusing and too generalized. Mr. Taylor stated further that the signs will not
be posted at every intersection causing confusion for the motorists and asked if a problem
exists on Garvey Boulevard with u-turns.
Mayor Bruesch asked why the project is in two phases and could it be done all at once.
Councilmember Imperial stated that the "No U-Turn" signs may provide a margin of
safety and prevent an accident.
Mayor Pro Tern Taylor pointed out various streets on Garvey with left-turn pockets
posted with "No U-Turn" signs and many streets on the south side of Garvey with no left-turn
pockets and no signs posted.
Joanne Itagaki agreed that there appears to be signs installed where there are left-turn
pockets available and the decision was made to do a two-phase process. Ms: Itagaki
explained that at the intersections with a left-turn lane, signs will not be posted during Phase
1. Ms. Itagaki stated further that Phase 2 will come before the Council for approval, if
necessary.
Mayor Pro Tern Taylor stated that the map has 28 to 30 postings of "No U-Turn" signs
which may cause confusion to motorists as to where they can legally make a u-turn.
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Councilmember Clark added that in Phase 1, there are less signs to install and that she
is also concerned with confusing drivers as to whether or not they can make u-turns at major
intersections with left turn pockets. Ms. Clark stated further that she is in favor of trying
Phase 1 which has fewer "No U-Turn" signs and would be posted at major intersections.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER CLARK, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER VASQUEZ
that the Council approve the installation of the Phase 1 "No U-Turn" signs on Garvey Avenue.
Vote resulted:
Yes:
Clark, Bruesch, Vasquez
No:
Taylor, Imperial
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
Mayor Bruesch asked that in the future, justification for each site be included in the
report or study.
CC-L APPROVAL OF GARVEY PARK SNACK BAR AGREEMENTS - LADY
HAWKS AND ROSEMEAD LITTLE LEAGUE ORGANIZATIONS
Councilmember Imperial asked if staff is monitoring snack bar sales or proceeds from
the sales.
Michael Burbank, Director of Parks and Recreation, responded that staff monitors
facilities only and that the Leagues do their own audits.
MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM TAYLOR, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER VASQUEZ
that the Council approve the Agreements and authorize their execution by the Mayor. Vote
resulted:
Yes: Clark, Taylor, Bruesch, Vasquez, Imperial
No: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
V. MATTERS FOR DISCUSSION AND ACTION
A. ADJOURNED MEETING OF SOUTH EL MONTE CITY COUNCIL TO
DISCUSS FUTURE OF CENTRAL SAN GABRIEL VALLEY CITIES
Mayor Pro Tern Taylor questioned the necessity of forming another organization. Mr.
Taylor asked if these issues can be addressed at the various organizations that the City
already belongs to that involves the aforementioned neighboring cities.
Frank Tripepi, City Manager, stated that if three Councilmembers attend the meeting,
then tonight's Council meeting will be an adjourned meeting.
Mayor Bruesch added that the Council will not be committing themselves by attending,
and that the meeting is primarily to seek new ideas and direction.
Councilmember Imperial stated that two Councilmembers and a staff person should
attend the meeting and report back to Council.
Councilmember Vasquez expressed his disappointment that the Enterprise Community
did not pass.
This item required no action.
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VI. STATUS REPORTS - NONE
VII. MATTERS FROM OFFICIALS
A. MAYOR PRO TEM TAYLOR
1. Requested that the snack bar window at Rosemead Park be enlarged as it
is difficult to pass food through or to order.
B. COUNCILMEMBER IMPERIAL
1. Requested that a Resolution be on the next agenda urging the State
Legislature to amend the Penal Code relative to release of persons convicted of a violent
felony.
2. Requested a Resolution be on the next agenda that the Council is unanimous
in their stand against voter fraud. Mayor Pro Tem Taylor requested staff to contact the
Michael Huffington committee regarding their discovery of over 100,000 cases of voter fraud
and perhaps they will be able to help Rosemead. Mr. Imperial stated that he has been in
contact with the Foundation Against Fraudulent Voting in Orange County and will have
information for the Council at the next meeting.
3. Requested the City Manager to investigate the possibility of televising the
Council Meetings on cable TV and report back to Council.
C. MAYOR BRUESCH
1. Stated that several items on the agenda referred to the City's funding
account codes and requested clarification of what the accounts are referring to in the future.
2. Congratulated and thanked the Sheriff's Department, those involved, and
staff for their help in the Fishing Derby for kids. Four hundred hamburgers were served at no
cost by In-N-Out Burgers.
VIII. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Holly Knapp, 8367 Whitmore, Rosemead, informed the Council of Harry and Betty
Couch's son, Carey, 18 years old, who passed away on December 31st. Mrs. Knapp
requested that the Council adjourn the meeting in his memory and a letter be sent to Mr. and
Mrs. Couch expressing the Council's condolences.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further action at this time, the meeting was adjourned in memory of
Carey Couch, who passed away on December 31, 1994. The next regular meeting is
scheduled for February 14, 1995, at 8:00 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted:
City Clerk
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