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APPROVED
CITY OF ROSEMEAD
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL DATE
NOVEMBER 9, 1993 BY eZ=:j-
The Regular Meeting of the Rosemead City Council was called to
order by Mayor Bruesch at 8:06 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City
Hall, 8838 E. Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California.
The Pledge to the Flag was led by Mayor Pro Tem Vasquez.
The Invocation was delivered by City Treasurer Foutz.
ROLL CALL OF OFFICERS:
Present: Councilmembers Clark, McDonald, Taylor, Mayor Pro Tem.
Vasquez, and Mayor Bruesch
Absent: None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: OCTOBER 12, 1993 - REGULAR MEETING
There being no objection, approval of these Minutes was deferred
to the next regular meeting.
Maggie Zelada, District Manager for Southern California Gas
Company, presented a plaque to the Council in recognition of its gas
conservation efforts.
I. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
A. Holly Knapp, 8367 E. Whitmore Street, apologized for not
having a 4th of July Parade approval and budget on the agenda. Mrs.',,,
Knapp stated that the 1994 parade would be held on Saturday, July 2,
1994, and asked that this item be placed on the next Council agenda.
B. Jonnie Matsdorf, 4833 N. Willard, reported problems with Crown
Cable Television. Staff was directed to arrange a meeting between Ms.
Matsdorf and Crown Cable.
C. Jaime Brenes, 4539 Sultana Avenue, appeared representing the
Rosemead Ladyhawks, an all girls softball league, asking for City
financial support of this organization. Mr. Brenes was invited to
prepare a written proposal and meet with the City Manager.
D. Frank Delia, Temple City Boulevard, asked about the financial
assistance that had been given to the Nissan dealership; asked about
the bond issue; and reported a problem with a several dogs at a house
on Temple City Boulevard.
II. PUBLIC HEARINGS - None
III.LEGISLATIVE
A. RESOLUTION NO_ 93-58 - CLATKS & DEMANDS
The following resolution was presented to the Council for
adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 93-58
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $569,308.75
NUMBERED 7689 THROUGH 7801
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER McDONALD, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM VASQUEZ
that Resolution No. 93-58 be adopted. Vote resulted:
Yes: Clark, Taylor, Bruesch, Vasquez, McDonald
No: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
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B. RESOLUTION NO. 93-59 - REQUESTING LA COUNTY TO RENDER
SPECIFIED SERVICES RELATING TO THE CONDUCT OF A GENERAL
MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE TM ON TUESDAY, APRIL 12, 1994
The following resolution was presented to the Council for
adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 93-59
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD,
CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY
OF LOS ANGELES TO RENDER SPECIFIED SERVICES TO THE CITY
RELATING TO THE CONDUCT OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE
HELD ON TUESDAY, APRIL 12, 1994
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER TAYLOR, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER McDONALD
that Resolution No. 93-59 be adopted. Vote resulted:
Yes: Clark, Taylor, Bruesch, Vasquez, McDonald
No: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
C. RESOLUTION NO. 93-60 - CALLING AND GIVING NOTICE OF THE
HOLDING OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON
TUESDAY, APRIL 12, 1994
The following resolution was presented to the Council for
adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 93-60
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD,
CALIFORNIA, CALLING AND GIVING NOTICE OF THE HOLDING OF A
GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, APRIL 12,
1994, FOR THE ELECTION OF CERTAIN OFFICERS AS REQUIRED BY THE
PROVISIONS OF THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA RELATING TO
GENERAL LAW CITIES
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER McDONALD, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER TAYLOR
that Resolution No. 93-60 be adopted. Vote resulted:
Yes: Clark, Taylor, Bruesch, Vasquez, McDonald
No: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
D. ORDINANCE NO. 740 - APPROVING REZONING FROM R-2 (MEDIUM
DENSITY RESIDENTIAL) TO C-3 (MEDIUM COMMERCIAL) FOR PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 3343 SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD (ZC 93-197) - ADOPT
The following ordinance was presented to the Council for adoption:
ORDINANCE NO. 740
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
APPROVING A CHANGE OF ZONE FROM R-2 TO C-3 FOR PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 3343 SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD (ZC 93-197)
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER TAYLOR, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM VASQUEZ
that Ordinance No. 740 be adopted. Vote resulted:
Yes: Clark, Taylor, Bruesch, Vasquez, McDonald
No: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
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E. RESOLUTION NO. 9341 - SUPPORTING THE GREAT AMERICAN
SMOKEOUT, NOVEMBER 18, 1993
The following resolution was presented to the Council for
adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 93-61
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
SUPPORTING THE GREAT AMERICAN SMOKEOUT, NOVEMBER 18, 1993
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER McDONALD, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER TAYLOR
that Resolution No. 93-61 be adopted. Vote resulted:
Yes: Clark, Taylor, Bruesch, Vasquez, McDonald
No: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR (CC-A and CC-C REMOVED FOR DISCUSSION)
CC-B AUTHORIZATION TO ATTEND CALIFORNIA CONTRACT CITIES
ASSOCIATION SACRAMENTO LEGISLATIVE ORIENTATION TOUR, JANUARY
18-20, 1994
CC-D REQUEST FOR INSTALLATION OF RED CURB ON THE NORTH SIDE OF
GARVEY AVENUE AT EARLE AVENUE
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER McDONALD, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER TAYLOR
that the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be adopted. Vote
resulted:
Yes: Clark, Taylor, Bruesch, Vasquez, McDonald
No: None
Absent: • None
Abstain: None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
CC-A ACCEPT BIDS AND AWARD CONTRACT FOR TRAFFIC SIGNAL
IMPROVEMENTS ON TEMPLE CITY BOULEVARD
Councilmember Taylor ascertained that there would be a left-turn
pocket but not left-turn phasing.
MOTION'BY COUNCILMEMBER McDONALD, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM VASQUEZ
that.the Council accept the bids and award the project to Steiny and
Company, Inc. in the amount of $61,160.00 and authorize the Mayor to
sign the contract.on behalf of .the City. Vote resulted:
Yes: Clark, Taylor, Bruesch, Vasquez, McDonald
No: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
CC-C REQUEST FOR INSTALLATION OF RED CURB ON THE WEST SIDE OF DEL
MAR AVENUE AT NEWMARK AVENUE
Juan Nunez, 2702 Del Mar Avenue, asked for more information
regarding the red curbing.
MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM VASQUEZ, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER TAYLOR
that the Council approve the installation of 25 feet of red curb on
the west side of Del Mar Avenue, north of Newmark Avenue. Vote
resulted:
Yes: Clark, Taylor, Bruesch, Vasquez, McDonald
No: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
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V. MATTERS FOR
VI. STATUS REPORTS - None
VII. MATTERS FROM OFFICIALS
A. NAFTA POSITION
& ACTION - None
•
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER CLARK, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER TAYLOR
that the need for action on this item occurred after the posting of
the agendas and that the Council agree to place discussion of the
City's position on the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) on
this agenda. Vote resulted:
Yes: Clark, Taylor, Bruesch, McDonald
No: None
Absent: None
Abstain: Vasquez
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER CLARK, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER TAYLOR
that the Council send a letter stating the City's opposition to this
ratification to the California Congressmen. Vote resulted:
Yes: Clark, Taylor, Bruesch, McDonald
No: None
Absent: None
Abstain: Vasquez
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
VIII. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE - None
IX. CLOSED SESSION
A. RATIFICATION OF CITY MANAGER'S
It was determined that only the contract and not the service
would be discussed. Therefore, this item was heard in open session.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER McDONALD, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM
VASQUEZ that the amended City Manager's contract be approved.
Councilmember Taylor objected to increasing the severance pay
from six months salary to eighteen months salary, noting that the
severance pay based on the current salary range would increase from
$55,000-$60,000 to approximately $165,000. Mr. Taylor added that he
had no problem with Mr. Tripepi but he felt that 18 months severance
pay was excessive.
Councilmember Clark stated that Mr. Tripepi has been a watchdog
for the City's best interests. Mrs. Clark added that Mr. Tripepi had
recently refused two employment offers with other cities and this new
contract included a section that guaranteed that Mr. Tripepi would not
seek or accept a position with another agency during its three-year
term.
Councilmember McDonald stated that good service has been
provided to the City and that the City Manager deserves the increase
to 18 months.
Mayor Bruesch noted some inconsistencies in the wording of the
contract and asked that attendance at the California Contract Cities
Association meetings be added to Section 8-A.
Juan Nunez, 2702 Del Mar Avenue, stated that the City Manager
was paid a salary to do his job and that this type of severance pay
sets a precedent.
There being no further discussion, the question was called for
and vote resulted:
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Yes: Clark, Bruesch, Vasquez, McDonald
No: Taylor
Absent: None
Abstain: None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
Councilmember Taylor asked the record to show "this is not a
vote against Mr. Tripepi. Z would just vote no on the principal or
policy whoever it was."
There being no further action to be taken at this time, the
meeting was adjourned at 9:28 p.m. The next regular meeting is
scheduled for November 23, 1993, at 8:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted:
tiLGG
4 y Clerk
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0 0 APPROVED
MINUTES OF ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL DATE_I'I) 9S~
NOVEMBER 9, 1993 By Q
The Adjourned Regular Meeting of the Rosemead City Council was
called to order by Mayor Bruesch at 7:03 p.m. in the Council Chambers
of City Hall, 8838 E. Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California.
The Pledge to the Flag and the Invocation were waived as having
been done during the meeting just recessed.
ROLL CALL OF OFFICERS:
Present: Councilmembers Clark, McDonald, Taylor, Mayor Pro Tem
Vasquez, and Mayor Bruesch
Absent: None
I. CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FROM THE ROSEMEAD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE TO
FORM BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
Various members of the Chamber presented information regarding
the formation and status of participation in this District.
Councilmember Taylor noted that the list of the Chamber's paid
membership had not been included and that the membership has dropped
from approximately 260 to under 200 members at this time.
A list presented by the Chamber showed that only 51 of the 195
members of the Chamber had signed formation support forms and that
only 23 businesses, or 3%, of the 804 non-chamber businesses were in
favor of district formation. The Chamber of Commerce stated that
these forms had been mailed to all businesses in the City.
Mayor Bruesch was concerned about how the assessment would be
collected; how future increases would be implemented; and how such an
assessment would affect a business whose employees were all members of
the same family.
Mayor Pro Tem Vasquez stated that he would be in favor of giving
the business people a chance to improve their own situations.
Councilmember Clark stated that she would not be able to support
formation of this district unless 50% of the businesses show written
support of such formation.
Councilmember McDonald asked about a delinquent collection
procedure.
Councilmember Taylor agreed with needing 50% support and was
concerned that the businesses might not realize that payment of the
assessment would be mandatory to all the businesses in Rosemead,
including those who are not members of the Chamber of Commerce.
After some discussion, it was suggested that the Chamber continue
to gain the support of 50% plus one of the businesses in Rosemead; to
provide a list of suggested programs that the assessment would be used
for; and to supply the Council with copies of all the mailings sent to
the businesses.
Juan Nunez opposed formation of a business improvement district.
II. MATTERS FROM OFFICIALS - None
III. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE - None
There being no further action to be taken at this time, the
meeting was adjourned at 7:58 p.m.
Respectfully submitted:
/ 'ty Clerk