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CC - 11-22-94MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL NOVEMBER 22, 1994 A IPPR OED CIS" Or PG9 ,AD DA 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 Councilmember Imperial. 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 Bruesch Absent: None APPROVAL OF MINUTES: NOVEMBER 8, 1994 - REGULAR MEETING MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER IMPERIAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER VASQUEZ that the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of November 8, 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. PRESENTATIONS: A Resolution was presented to Frank Tripepi, City Manager, honoring him for his many years of outstanding service to the community upon his 20th anniversary of his appointment as City Manager of Rosemead. Frank Tripepi, City Manager, thanked the Council and staff and stated that this Council and past Councils have been made up of truly dedicated individuals. 1. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE Robert Angles, 9147 Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, referred to a letter he raceived from the City Attorney dated February 17, 1994, regardi the accusation of the revocation of the entertainment permit for KTV-KISS and the public hearing that was held. Robert Kress, City Attorney, responded that the revocation of the entertainment permit was the initial penalty that his office sought, but the evidence warranted a different penalty, which was a 30-day suspension as opposed to a complete revocation. Mr. Kress stated further that that was a Council decision. Mr. Angles asked that since he has appeared before the Council on several occasions regarding this establishment, why were his complaints not included in the Administrative Hearing in order to enable t im to testify of the on-going problems, such as drive-by shootings. CC 11-22-94 Page #1 0 • Mr. Kress responded that the Administrative Hearing was regarding the entertainment license to conduct karaoke. Further steps will be taken if further violations occur after the 30- day suspension. Mayor Bruesch stated that the Council is looking at karaoke businesses very critically and that there has to be specific violations of the permit before any action can be taken to revoke or suspend their licenses. Staff has been directed to monitor these institutions. Mr. Angles stated that he is entitled to protection and that nothing has been done. Mayor Pro Tem Taylor asked Mr. Angles what has happened to him since the last time he addressed the Council, has he been intimidated or threatened? Mr. Kress explained that he is not aware of any police reports that document a violation of any of the conditions of the Conditional Use Permit. Mr. Angles responded that he had "No comment". Mayor Pro Tem Taylor asked then what does he expect of the Council. Councilmember Imperial stated that he saw shell casings on two separate occasions and there is a wall at that location that has been "peppered" with shots. Mr. Imperial stated further that this situation should been handled in another way and that the entertainment permit gives the owner permission to operate his business within that property. Mr. Imperial stated further that this has been an on-going problem for at least two years and that he feels, very strongly, that this establishment is a "magnet" and that the same problems will keep recurring. Mr. Kress responded that he will provide Council with a status report for discussion at the first meeting in January and if any action is required, then certain procedures have to be followed. Mr. Angles then referred to his appearance before the Council on July 12, 1994, at which time he presented a petition taking exception to a violation of the Constitution and asked for a written response, which he has not received as yet. Mayor Bruesch stated that he will respond in writing as soon as possible. Anson Kwan, 3141 Bartlett Avenue, Rosemead, stated that he is having a problem with the City on finishing his driveway approach. Mr. Kwan wants to widen his driveway approach from 16' to 20' and stated that the City gave erroneous instructions to him regarding setting the forms and cutting the concrete. Mr. Kwan stated that the City's Engineer had him change his forms several times and felt that he was being treated unfairly. Mayor Bruesch asked Mr. Kwan if he would meet with staff one more time to rectify this situation. Al Rodriguez, City Engineer, responded that he would meet with Mr. Kwan's contractor. Councilmember Imperial stated that Mr. Rodriguez should meet with Mr. Kwan and his contractor as soon as possible to solve this problem. Mayor Pro Tem Taylor clarified that Mr. Kwan wants to align the driveway straight into the garage and explained to him how to form the driveway to prevent erosion of the soil. Mayor Pro Tem Taylor requested a written response from staff as to how Mr. Kwan's problem is going to be solved. II. PUBLIC HEARINGS - None CC 11-22-94 Page #2 • • III. LEGISLATIVE A. RESOLUTION NO. 94-57 - CLAIMS & DEMANDS The following resolution was presented to the Council for adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 94-57 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $321,786.31 NUMBERED 11280 THROUGH 11435 MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER IMPERIAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER VASQUEZ that Resolution No. 94-57 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. 94-58 - APPROVAL OF PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT NO. 005 TO STATE-LOCAL ENTITY MASTER AGREEMENT NO. SLTPP-5358, WALNUT GROVE AND MISSION DRIVE OVERLAY The following resolution was presented to the Council for adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 94-57 RESOLUTION NO. 94-58 - APPROVAL OF PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT NO. 005 TO STATE-LOCAL ENTITY MASTER AGREEMENT NO. SLTPP-5358, WALNUT GROVE AVENUE AND MISSION DRIVE OVERLAY PROJECT MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM TAYLOR, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER IMPERIAL that Resolution No. 94-57 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. 94-59 REQUESTING FULL PUBLIC HEARINGS ON THE GENERAL AGREEMENT ON TARIFFS AND TRADE The following resolution was presented to the Council for adoption: RESOLUTION NO.94-59 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD REQUESTING FULL PUBLIC HEARINGS ON THE GENERAL AGREEMENT ON TRADE AND TARIFFS (GATT) Juan Nunez, 2702 Del Mar Avenue, Rosemead, asked for information on the GATT. Councilmember Clark responded that she had read the brief on GATT prepared by the Congressional Research Service and it is essentially setting a World Trade Organization, which will be based on Geneva, and will deal with the elimination and control of tariffs between countries around the world. Approximately 125 nations will be involved with each nation having only one vote and no veto power. Councilmember Clark stated further that the United CC 11-22-94 Page #3 • • States can be outvoted, even if we voted as a block with other countries. Ms. Clark was concerned mainly with environmental controls, which are stricter here then in other nations. Mr. Nunez stated that he was opposed to GATT. Councilmember Imperial stated that the United States will lose autonomy if GATT passes. Mr. Imperial stated further that he is in favor of asking California Contract Cities and the League of California Cities to oppose this agreement. Councilmember Clark stated that local governments will be required to comply with all provisions of GATT. This issue will be voted on next Tuesday in the House and December 1 st in the Senate with a lame-duck Senate. Congress. since he Mayor Bruesch stated that he is in favor of the resolution btAkr as concerns with GATT about the environment and child labor laws, but he not against the GATT process, which lowers tariffs around the world. Mr. Bruesch explained that a tariff reduction is a continuing process of negotiation and as long as the negotiation process is intact, then everyone will benefit. Discussion ensued regarding a motion that the Council oppose GATT and a letter and the Resolution with the vote of each Councilmember included on it be sent to Contract Cities, League of California Cities, and to all the representative in Washington stating our opposition. Councilmember Clark stated that there will there is not enough time for the League of California Cities or Contract Cities to take a position as the vote is next week. Hopefully, this issue will be postponed until January when the new Congress comes in. Mayor Pro Tem Taylor stated that a letter should be sent to the representatives in Washington. Frank Tripepi, City Manager, stated that letter can be faxed to the California delegation of the House of Representative immediately and follow up with a letter to Contract Cities and the League. many of Councilmember Clark commented that the misconception s that the GATT is for free trade. The document states that other countries will be keepin heir trade restrictions and while American jobs will be lost, there will be a benefit as the consumers will be able to buy goods cheaper. Ms. Clark explained that once people have lost their jobs here, they will not have the money to buy the cheaper goods coming in and her obligation is to the people of Rosemead who are currently suffering quite heavily from unemployment. MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER IMPERIAL, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM TAYLOR that Resolution No. 94-59 be adopted and a letter be sent to the Representatives and Senators Dole and Brown in Washington stating the Council's opposition to GATT to include the Resolution with Council's vote. Vote resulted: Yes: Clark, Taylor, Vasquez, Bruesch No: None Absent: None Abstain: Bruesch The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. Mayor Bruesch stated that he abstained and is in favor of GATT, but has strong reservations about the environmental and child labor clauses. A five minute recess was called at 9:15 p.m. and the meeting was reconvened accordingly. IV. CONSENT CALENDAR (CC-C AND CC-E REMOVED FOR DISCUSSION) CC 11-22-94 Page #4 CC-A ACCEPTANCE OF WORK FOR 1993-94 CONCRETE REPAIRS AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS CC-B AUTHORIZATION TO USE CITY BOOTHS FOR MAYOR'S FISHING DERBY -JANUARY 14, 1995 CC-D CONTINUATION OF LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN LOS ANGELES CELLULAR TELEPHONE COMPANY AND THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD CC+ SPORTS LIGHTING MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT CC-G ACCEPTANCE OF WORK FOR GRAND AVENUE BRIDGE AT RUBIO WASH MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER VASQUEZ, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER IMPERIAL that the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved. Vote resulted: Yes: Clark, Taylor, Bruesch, Vasquez, Imperial No: None Absent: None Abstain: None The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. CC-C CONCRETE WALKWAY - ROSEMEAD PARK Mayor Bruesch inquired about the removal and replacement of the trees along the walkway. Michael Burbank, Director of Parks and Recreation, responded that the trees will be replaced. MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM TAYLOR, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER IMPERIAL that the Council approve Alignment No. 2 with the approach from the south side and that the removed trees be replaced. Vote resulted: Yes: Clark, Taylor, Bruesch, Vasquez, Imperial No: None Absent: None Abstain: None The Mayor said so motion duly carried and so ordered. CC-E PLAY EQUIPMENT BID SPECIFICATIONS - ZAPOPAN PARK No action required. V. MATTERS FOR DISCUSSION AND ACTION - None VI. STATUS REPORTS - None VII. MATTERS FROM OFFICIALS A. COUNCILMEMBER IMPERIAL 1. Requested that the Traffic Engineer study the possibility of a left-turn phasing at Mission Boulevard onto Rosemead Boulevard. B. MAYOR PRO TEM TAYLOR Requested a report or minutes on the two Town Hall meetings held in October. CC 11-22-94 Page #5 0 0- C. MAYOR BRUESCH 1. On behalf of Judy Kauffman, Mayor Bruesch invited the Council to the Beijing Duck Restaurant on December 12th, from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m., sponsored by the People's Republic of China. VIII. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE - None IX. ADJOURNMENT There being no further action to be taken at this time, the meeting was adjourned at 9:30 p.m. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 13, 1994, at 8:00 p.m. Respectfully Submitted: City Clerk CC 11-22-94 Page #6