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CITY OF ROS-MEAD
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING BY.
ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL
JUNE 28, 1988
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The Regular;Meeting of the
order by Mayor Bruesch at 8:09
Hall, 8838 E. Valley Boulevard,
The Pledge to the Flag was
Rosemead City Council was called to
p.m. in the Council Chambers of City
Rosemead, California.
led by Councilman DeCocker.
The Invocation was delivered by Reverend Tom Phillips.
ROLL CALL OF OFFICERS:
Present: Councilmen DeCocker, Imperial, Taylor, Mayor Pro Tem
McDonald, and Mayor Bruesch
Absent: None
APPROVAL OF!MINUTES: JUNE 14, 1988 - REGULAR MEETING
Mayor Bruesch asked that on Page #7, Item B-1 be amended to read
"...pieces of property and one piece of property is being damaged".
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Mayor Bruesch also noted that the word "commission" on page #7
should have been "committee."
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN TAYLOR, SECONDED BY.COUNCILMAN DeCOCKER that
the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 14, 1988 be approved as
amended. Vote resulted:
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Yes: DeCocker, Taylor, Bruesch, McDonald
No: None
Abstain: Imperial
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The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
Councilman Imperial stated the reason for his abstention was .
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because of his absence from the previous meeting due to illness.
Mayor Bruesch presented an award from the State of California,
Office of Emergency Services, to the City of Rosemead commending
staff for the efforts made during the earthquake of October, 1987.
Mayor Bruesch also added the Council's appreciation to members of
staff.
I. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
A. None
II. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. A PUBIliIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AN EXTENSION OF UP TO TWELVE
(12) MONTHS OF THE MORATORIUM IMPOSED BY ORDINANCE NO. 611
WHICH:RESTRICTS THE ESTABLISHMENT OF MINI-MALLS IN THE CITY
WHILEjDEVELOPMENT STANDARDS ARE BEING STUDIED.
The Mayor opened the public hearing and the oath was issued to
all persons wishing to address the Council.
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Juan Nunez, 2702 Del Mar, spoke in favor of this extension.
There being no one else wishing to speak, the public hearing was
closed. ;
A-1 ORDINANCE NO. 627 - EXTENSION AND DEFINITION AMENDMENT TO
ORDINANCE NO. 611 REGULATING MINI-MALLS - ADOPT
The following ordinance was presented to the Council for
adoption:
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ORDINANCE NO. 627
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
EXTENDING THE MORATORIUM CREATED BY ORDINANCE NOS. 608 AND
611 ON THE ESTABLISHMENT OF MINI-MALLS IN THE CITY OF
ROSEMEADIAND DIRECTING THE PLANNING COMMISSION TO CONTINUE A
STUDY WITH RESPECT TO DEVELOPING APPROPRIATE ZONING
REGULATIONS GOVERNING SUCH USES
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Mayor Bruesch+expressed concerns over the size limitations that
are being proposed; specifically Section 3, less than 45,000 square
feet.
Councilman Taylor asked that while this is being considered by
the Planning Commission, a minimum width requirement be established
in the construction of the stores in the mini-malls.
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Mayor Bruesch:concurred with Mr. Taylor's request and asked that
the lot size definition be clarified.
MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM MCDONALD, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL
that ordinance Noy. 627 be adopted and reading in full be waived.
Vote resulted:
Yes: DeCocketr, Taylor, Bruesch, McDonald, Imperial
No: None I
The Mayor decilared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
III.LEGISLATIVE
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A. RESOLUTION NO. 88-28 - CLAIMS & DEMANDS
The following resolution was presented to the Council for
adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 88-23
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ALLOWINd CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF
$627,650.60 NUMBERED 00950-00989/22332 THROUGH 22398
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN DeCOCKER
that Resolution go. 88-23 be adopted. Vote resulted:
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Yes: DeCocker, Taylor, Bruesch, McDonald, Imperial
No: None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
B. ORDINANCE NO. 626 - REGULATING SKATEBOARDING IN COMMERCIAL
AREAS AND AMENDING THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE - INTRODUCE
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The following ordinance was presented to the Council for
introduction: I
ORDINANCE NO. 626
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
REGULATING SKATEBOARDING IN COMMERCIAL AREAS AND AMENDING
THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE
Councilman Imperial made the statement that skateboards are
becoming a hazard to foot traffic in the City and that users are
ignoring trafficisafety. Mr. Imperial expressed the opinion that
users need to beiin a controlled environment and asked the Council to
consider converting the motor bike park into a skateboard area.
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Councilman McDonald requested that the ordinance include the
phrase "skateboards that are used in a reckless manner" so that
persons using skateboards safely as a means of transportation would
not be penalized.
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Councilman Taylor expressed concerns that such a blanket phrase
might become a ioophole in the ordinance. The ordinance, as written,
grants discretionary powers to the law enforcement officer seeing the
infraction to give a warning or citation, as needed. At the same
time it would allow the officer to ignore the offense if no harm is
being done.
Mayor Bruesch opined that skateboarding should not be allowed
down the middle!of the City streets.
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Juan Nunez„ 2702 Del Mar, stated he was in favor of this
ordinance. Mr.INunez stated that skateboarders place ramps on the
sidewalks and this causes an additional hazard to pedestrian traffic.
Councilman Taylor requested a separate ordinance be drafted to
address the issue of ramps or other apparatus blocking sidewalks.
Gene Boyd, 3603 Earle, spoke in opposition to this ordinance.
MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM McDONALD, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN TAYLOR
that reading in~full be waived and Ordinance No. 626 be introduced
with the addition of "except in a reasonable and prudent manner."
Vote resulted:
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Yes: DeCocker, Taylor, McDonald, Imperial
No: Bruesch
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The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
Mayor Bruesch stated the reason for his "NO" vote was because of
his opinion that the definition of shopping district was too nebulous
and because he feared future restrictions of similar activities.
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Mayor Bruesch introducted Al Pinon, who was appointed to the
Traffic Commission on June 21, 1988.
A five-minute recess was called and the meeting was reconvened
accordingly.
C. RESOLUTION NO. 88-29 - GRANTING COUNTY JURISDICTION OVER
SEGMENTS OF GRAVES AVENUE, NEW AVENUE, AND SAN GABRIEL
BOULEVARD FOR CONSTRUCTION PURPOSES.
The following resolution was presented to the Council for
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RESOLUTION NO. 88-29
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD,
CALIFORNIA, CONSENTING TO ESTABLISHMENT OF PORTIONS OF
GRAVESIAVENUE, NEW AVENUE, AND SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD WITHIN
SAID CITY AS A PART OF THE SYSTEM OF HIGHWAYS OF THE COUNTY
OF LOSi ANGELES
Juan Nunez,12702 Del Mar, asked for clarification of this project
with respect tolthe underground drainage system.
Frank G. Tr~ipepi, City Manager, stated that the project calls for
a new flow line!to be established by the new curb and gutter and this
drain into catch basins under the street.
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Mayor Bruesch asked that a memo from the County regarding the
drainage plan and including a drainage map be provided to the members
of the Council 'and to Mr. Nunez.
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MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM McDONALD, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL
that Resolution No. 88-29 be adopted. Vote resulted:
Yes: DeCock4ter, Taylor, Bruesch, McDonald, Imperial
No: None ,
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The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
D. RESOLUTION NO. 88-30 - ADOPTION OF CITY OF ROSEMEAD'S
1988-89 APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT AND ANNUAL REPORT
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The following resolution was presented to the Council for
adoption:
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RESOLUTION NO. 88-30
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ADOPTING AN APPROPRIATIONS LIMITATION FOR THE 1988-89
FISCAL YEAR AND ADOPTING THE ANNUAL BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR
1988-89, MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE AMOUNTS BUDGETED
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL, SECONDED BY MAYOR PRO TEM McDONALD
that ResolutionjNo. 88-30 be adopted. Vote resulted:
Yes: DeCocker, Bruesch, McDonald, Imperial
No: Taylo
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
Councilman Taylor stated the reason for his "NO" vote was stated
at the Budget Study Session held on May 14, 1988.
E. RESOLUTION NO. 88-31 - REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY PARTICIPATION
IN THE GRAVES AVENUE RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT
The following resolution was presented to the Council for
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RESOLUTION NO. 88-31
A RESOLUTION OF THE ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL MAKING CERTAIN
FINDINGS AND DETERMINATIONS WITH RESPECT TO REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY PARTICIPATION IN THE GRAVES AVENUE RECONSTRUCTION
PROJECT
MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM McDONALD, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN TAYLOR
that ResolutionjNo. 88-31 be adopted. Vote resulted:
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Yes: DeCocker, Taylor, Bruesch, McDonald, Imperial
No: None
The Mayor djclared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR (CC-A REMOVED FOR DISCUSSION)
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CC-B ACCEPTANCE OF ROAD DEEDS AND PERMITS TO ENTER - STEVENS
AVENUE STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
CC-C APPROVAL OF BID SPECIFICATIONS - STREET SWEEPING
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CC-D COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY AND COUNTY FOR
RECONSTRUCTION PURPOSES OF GRAVES AVENUE, NEW AVENUE, AND
SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD
CC-E ACCEPT BIDS AND AWARD CONTRACT - PROSPECT AVENUE STREET
IMPROVEMENTS FROM GARVEY AVENUE TO WHITMORE STREET - TO
E.C.,CONSTRUCTION
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CC-F COOPERATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD AND THE
ROSEMEAD REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR THE COMPLETION OF THE
GRAVES RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT
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MOTION BY COUNCILMAN TAYLOR, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN DeCOCKER that
the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved. Vote
resulted:
Yes: DeCocker, Taylor, Bruesch, McDonald, Imperial
No: None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
CC-A MODIFICATION TO TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 45785/7507-33
MELROSE AVENUE AND 2461 JACKSON AVENUE
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Juan Nunez,12702 Del Mar, asked how many original properties were
involved in thi I s project.
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Councilman Taylor stated approximately 16 homes on their own lots
were involved and 23 homes will replace them in this project. The
property is zoned P-D and more than 23 homes could have been built.
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Councilman Taylor asked if the fence required at each property
line would be located at the top or the bottom of the slope.
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Mr. Chicotsistated that the fences will be located to give the
property owners the maximum degree of privacy.
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN TAYLOR, SECONDED BY MAYOR PRO TEM McDONALD
that the Counci!1 approve the change to condition No. 11 of Tentative
Tract Map 45787;to read as follows:
11. That any grading of the proposed project shall not exceed
eighteen (18) inches above adjacent property except for the
following lots:
Lot 19 - 2.7 feet
Lot 20 - 2.0 feet
L'ot 21 - 2.0 feet
Lot 22 - 3.7 feet
Lot 23 - 3.3 feet
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Any fencing installed in the rear of said lots shall be
located on property line. Appropriate landscaping shall be
planted immediately adjacent to the rear of property lines
of lots 19 through 23 to screen the new development with
the e i xisting homes.
Vote resulted:
Yes: DeCocker, Taylor, Bruesch, McDonald, Imperial
No: None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
V. MATTERS FORIDISCUSSION AND ACTION
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A. REQUEST FOR WAIVER OF FEES - ROSEMEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
DISTRICT LATCH KEY PROGRAM
Joanne Sche'rmerhorn, Latch Key Program Coordinator, asked the
Council's support of this request to subsidize the childcare program.
Mayor Pro T.em McDonald made the motion that the fees for swimming
should be waived entirely.
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Councilman Taylor offered an amendment to that motion that the
Council waive all fees for all children that are residents of the
City of Rosemead or attend schools that are located within the City
of Rosemead. These children will be required to be registered by
their parents and 'prove their eligibility.
Mayor Pro Tem McDonald seconded Mr. Taylor's recommendation.
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Councilman Imperial concurred that if the City is going to help
one group it should help all groups.
Mayor Bruescki asked what amount of money would be lost from pool
fees.
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Susan Neely,'Finance Director, stated the amount at
approximately $171000.
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MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM McDONALD, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN TAYLOR
that the fees be waived entirely and that swimming at the Rosemead
Park pool and thelGarvey Park pool be offered free of charge to all
children under 141years of age who are residents of the city of
Rosemead or are students at elementary schools that are located
entirely in the city of Rosemead and include any amendments to the
budget that may be necessary to allow this program to be
implemented. Vote resulted:
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Yes: DeCocker, Taylor, Bruesch, McDonald, Imperial
No: None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
VI. STATUS REPORTS
A. None ~
VII. MATTERS FROMIOFFICIALS
A. PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE REQUIRING
AS A CONDITION OF SALE OF RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY A
RESIDENTIAL BUILDING RECORD REPORT
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Councilman imperial stated concerns over the number of illegal
building conversions and expressed the need for this type of
ordinance to control and prevent this building.
Councilman Taylor stated that regulations are in place in the
City and that enforcement is needed rather than-more regulation. Mr.
Taylor stated there is also a disclosure act in force that sets
liability on the realtor/seller if property is sold with known
violations and they are not disclosed to the buyer. Mr. Taylor added
that the buyer ha's the option to request an inspection before
entering into an 'agreement to buy a piece of property.
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MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM McDONALD, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN TAYLOR
that this item be tabled. Vote resulted:
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Yes: DeCocker, Taylor, Bruesch, McDonald, Imperial
No: None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
B. ENGLISH LANGUAGE SIGN ORDINANCE
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Margaret Clark, 3109 N. Prospect, spoke in favor of this
proposal stating the opinion that such an ordinance would allow
residents to support the businesses and feel welcome.
Frank G. Tripepi, City Manager, stated the Chamber of Commerce
would support this ordinance.
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MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM McDONALD, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN TAYLOR
that staff be directed to place this ordinance on the agenda of July
12, 1988, for introduction. Vote resulted:
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Yes: DeCocker, Taylor, McDonald, Imperial
No: Brueschi
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
Mayor Bruesch stated the reason for his "NO" vote was his
objection to use of the word "English language" but would be in favor
of English lettering.
C. COUNCILMAN DeCOCKER
1. Expressed appreciation to staff for the 5K/10K run that
was held over thelweekend and the manner in which it was conducted.
2. Cited a potential hazard in the large, helium balloons
that are used to advertise the opening of some new businesses and
asked for consideration of an ordinance to prohibit this type of
activity.
Staff was directed to begin preparation of such an ordinance.
D. MAYOR PRO TEM McDONALD
1. Also expressed appreciation of the manner in which the
annual 5K/10K runiwas conducted.
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E. MAYOR BRUESCH
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1. Stated that he had not received the memo that had been
requested in regard to the extra street sweeping charges.
F. FRANK G: TRIPEPI, CITY MANAGER
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1. Reminded the Council of the dinner on Thursday, June
30, 1988, being hosted by Family Counseling of West San Gabriel
valley to recognize the Council's support of the organization
throughout the years.
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VIII.ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
A. Fred Mascoro, 9303 Rose St., thanked staff and the Chamber
of Commerce for the manner in which the run was'conducted.
B. Juan Nunez, 2702 Del Mar, asked for assistance in
understanding thelformula that Los Angeles County used in arriving at
the charges he had received concerning his sewage fees.
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Frank G. Tripepi, City Manager, told Mr. Nunez that he could
come to City Halliand staff would assist him in interpreting the fee
structure.
There being no further action to be taken at this time, the
meeting was adjourned at 10:35 p.m. The next regular meeting is
scheduled for July 12, 1988 at 8:00 p.m.
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APPROVED: y Respectfully submitted:
Ci- Clerk
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