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CC - 05-08-84i • 0 1.; CI'£r vF I0, VATE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL MAY 8, 1984 AT 8:00 P. M. The Regular Meeting of the Rosemead City Council was called to order by Mayor Taylor at 8:02 p. m., in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 8838 E. Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California. The Pledge to the Flag.was led by Councilman Bruesch. The Invocation was delivered by Reverend Tom Phillips. ROLL CALL OF OFFICERS: Present: Councilmen Bruesch, Cleveland, Imperial, Tury and Mayor Taylor Absent: None APPROVAL OF MINUTES: April 24, 1984 - Regular Meeting MOTION BY COUNCILMAN CLEVELAND, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN TURY that the Minutes of the April 24, 1984 Meeting be approved. Vote resulted: UPON ROLL CALL ALL COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT VOTED AYE. The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. PRESENTATIONS: Mayor Taylor presented a proclamation designating "Child Passenger Safety Week" as May 11th through the 18th to Charmayne Clapp. Mayor Taylor presented a proclamation designating "Public Works Week" as May 20th through May 26th to Tom Howard, Assistant City Engineer. Mayor Taylor presented a proclamation designating "Hire a Veteran Week as May 7th through May 11th to Manuel Almeida. Pictures were taken with the entire Council and each of the recipients. Mayor Taylor presented the Certificate's of Election which were perma-plaqued for each of the newly elected Councilmen. III. LEGISLATIVE A. RESOLUTION NO. 84-24 - CLAIMS & DEMANDS RESOLUTION NO. 84-24 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS & DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $384,254.57 NUMBERED 8927-8949/9181 THROUGH 9269 INCLUSIVELY MOTION BY COUNCILMAN TURY, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN BRUESCH that Resolution No. 84-24 be adopted. Vote resulted: UPON ROLL CALL ALL COUNCILM.EMBERS PRESENT VOTED AYE. The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. Councilman Tury requested the back-up information regard- ing Warrent No. 9247. Mayor Taylor requested a clarification on Warrant No. 9199. CM 5-8-84 Page H1 • Councilman Bruesch requested that Sun Independent Newspaper as he had not the past three weeks. i staff check into the received copies for Mayor Taylor inquired if Mr. Bruesch could suggest another paper. Councilman Bruesch stated that he could not, however, he would like someone to check with the Highlander regarding the delivery of their paper. Mayor Taylor stated that a few years ago a survey had been done by the City Clerk and it was discovered at that time that the Sun Independent had the best circulation of all the local papers for the residents of Rosemead. He requested that Council- man Bruesch be given a copy of that report. Frank G. Tripepi, City Manager, stated that the clarifi- cation of Warrant No. 9199 was that this was for a two month retainer fee for the lobbyist. B. RESOLUTION NO. 84-25- RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO VACATE NEWMARK STREET AND SETTING PUBLIC HEARING Councilman Bruesch stated that he had concern over Egley which is no more than an alleyway, and inquired if the end of Egley to New would be improved also. Tom Howard, Assistant City Engineer, stated that,this had been discussed with the School District and the intent is to improve that street, although to what extent Egley will be im- proved has not been determined as yet. He stated that when the project gets to the design stages that decision can be made. Frank G. Tripepi, City Manager, stated that the only that is required at this point is to adopt the Resolution of Intention and set a public hearing. RESOLUTION NO. 84-25 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD EXPRESSING THE CITY COUNCIL'S INTENTION TO VACATE A PUBLIC STREET (NEWMARK AVENUE) MOTION BY COUNCILMAN TURY, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN CLEVELAND that Resolution No. 84-25 be adopted and the date for the hearing be set for June 12, 1984 at 8:00 p. m. Vote resulted: UPON ROLL CALL ALL COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT VOTED AYE. The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. C. RESOLUTION NO. 84-26-CONFIRMATION OF ASSESSMENTS ON HELLMAN PHASE N1--(PROJECT E)HELLMAN, DOROTHY, BRIGHTON, KELBURN, LA FAYETTE AND ECKHART Councilman Tury inquired if there was any right of way acquired on this project. 1 Tom Howard, Assistant City Engineer, stated that there were four to,six corner cut-offs obtained free-gratis from the property owners and this was the only right of way obtained on this particular project. Councilman Bruesch inquired what the improvements are on these streets. Tom Howard, Assistant City Engineer, stated that the pro- ject involves the reconstruction of Hellman Avenue, and the resurfacing of Dorothy, Brighton, Kelburn along with the instal- lation of missing curbs and gutters, and missing sidewalks in various areas. He stated that the City paid for the majority of the work,;and the owner paid for the concrete work that was done in front of their house. CM 5-8-84 Page N2 0 0 Jose Rodriguez, 7842 E. Hershey at the corner of Brighton Avenue, stated that the driveway was put in the wrong place.as his parents and he are going to do some major remodeling. Tom Howard, Assistant City Engineer, stated that it had been requested to put a driveway between the house and the garage, however, that would basically be in violation of the building code. Jose Rodriguez stated that he did not want to pay for the improvement now and then again after the remodeling is done. Councilman Imperial stated that he felt that the first thing that should be done is to contact the Planning Department to see what can or cannot be done on that property. Mayor Taylor stated that Mr. Rodriguez should check with staff to see what can be done. Mr. Rodriguez inquired if it was too late to request an payment extention. Mayor Taylor stated that personally he did not feel that there was a problem, but to check it out with staff, and that this was the intent of the program. If there is a hardship it should be worked out. Frank G. Tripepi, City Manager, stated that this was a Council Policy and if the Council says this is a hardship case, then it can certainly be worked out. Victor Serna, 7932 Hellman Avenue, stated that he had an extra long driveway placed on his property and does not want to be charged extra for it. He stated that curbs,gutters,driveway and sidewalks were installed on his property and then in a few days they were torn out, and then they were redone a few days later. Then at that time they missed the.driveway line and after it was checked by Mr. Howard it was discovered that the driveway was misaligned, approximately 18-20 inches. Then approximately 1/3 of the driveway was cut-away and then realigned and made much longer than necessary. He stated that he did not want to pay for that additional driveway. Mayor Taylor stated that he did not feel that he would have to pay for the additional driveway, however, he requested a re- port back from staff for the Council on this situation. Mr. Serna stated that everyone is not paying the same amount per running foot and wondered why this was. Councilman Tury requested that Mr. Serna's property be re- moved from the Resolution. Frank G. Tripepi, City Manager, stated that Mr. Rodriguez's property be removed from the Resolution also. Mayor Taylor stated that these two properties will be brought back to the next meeting, and if Mr. Serna wants to talk to some- one prior to that time, he can contact.the City Manager or Assis- tant City Manager. Juan Nunez, 2702 Del Mar, stated that he had similar problems when Del Mar was being improved. RESOLUTION NO. 84-26 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD CONFIRMING THE STREET SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT & ASSESSMENTS MOTION BY COUNCILMAN CLEVELAND, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL that Resolution No. 84-26 be adopted as amended. Vote resulted: UPON ROLL CALL ALL COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT VOTED AYE. The Mayor declared said motion duly.carried and so ordered. CM 5-8-84 Page N3 IV. CONSENT CALENDAR (CC-A, CC-D, CC-E, and CC-F) CC-B AWARD BID FOR ALLEY IMPROVEMENTS CC-C ACCEPTANCE OF HELLMAN STREET IMPROVEMENTS--SULLY MILLER CC-G AUTHORIZATION TO ATTEND LEGISLATIVE SEMINAR ON LOCAL GOVERNMENT FINANCE IN SACRAMENTO, MAY 24, 1984 CC-H APPROVAL OF PLANS & SPECIFICATIONS FOR TRAFFIC SIGNAL MODIFICATION AND AUTHORIZATION TO SEEK BIDS MOTION BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN BRUESCH that the foregoing Items on the Consent Calendar be approved. Vote resulted: UPON ROLL CALL ALL COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT VOTED AYE. The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. CC-A EXTENSION OF LANDSCAPE AGREEMENT--MARIPOSA Councilman Bruesch inquired if the City was reimbursed for the maintenance of the County Library property. Mayor Taylor stated that the City was reimbursed for that. MOTION BY COUNCILMAN BRUESCH, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN TURY that the extension of the Mariposa Landscape Agreement be ap- proved. Vote resulted: UPON ROLL CALL ALL COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT VOTED AYE. The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. CC-D APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES FOR THE COMMERCIAL REVITALIZATION PROGRAM Councilman Tury inquired if this program was only for Commercial purposes or does it include industrial purposes. Al Warot, Manager of the CDBG Program, stated that it was geared for commercial purposes, not industrial. Councilman Tury stated then that 85% of the commercial businesses in town do not have adequate parking, and if they apply for a rehab loan to fix the building, will they be re- fused a permit because they do not have adequate parking. Al Warot stated that was not their intention to trigger that type of requirement. Councilman Tury stated that he preferred that they did not require more parking as it has had the effect of holding the City back. Al Warot stated that funding would be allowed to improve their parking situation: Mayor Taylor stated that he knew of businesses that had been turned down for permits because of no parking. He felt that there was a terrible disparity here, although he does agree that whatever improvement is made is worthwhile. Al Warot stated that the City would not be providing assis- tance for the expansion of the existing building or for new con- struction. It would be improving the building that is already there. If a lavatory facility might be needed, and that type of facility is not currently provided, then a roughed out space to accommodate the essential plumbing or lavatory facility could be permitted. Mayor Taylor stated that page M8 states "as well as the space necessary to accomodate such equipment", and he felt that was an open clause. CM 5-8-84 Page N4 0 0 Councilman Bruesch stated that he agreed and had the same paragraph bracketed. He felt that it was made too broad. Councilman Tury stated that he felt that those items listed on page #8 are basically the essentials of any business today, and are what makes a building much more useable and viable. Councilman Imperial stated that something had to be done to improve the Valley and Garvey business districts because when the Montebello and Rosemead Shopping Mall goes in those areas will be in further trouble. He stated that this was a guideline and not an iron clad contract that will allow the businesses to do what ever they want. Councilman Tury inquired about page #6 G where it states that "an individual simultaneously rehabilitates more than one property, or at least three separate properties on one block are simultaneously rehabilitated. He inquired if in order to get a rebate it would have to be a joint effort. Al Warot stated that the rebates will available on a pro- ject by project basis. The triggering of the incentive comes by way of these particular clauses or provisions. Councilman Tury commented on page #12 if there were any provisions for an owner contractor to do his own work and have the work subbed out and save the City and him a lot of money instead of going through a General Contractor. Mayor Taylor stated that the way the guideline is written it does require a General Contractor, and it should be that way. Councilman Bruesch commented on the introduction page and inquired about the funding which it states will be a combination of Federal CDBG and the Rosemead Redevelopment Agency monies. He inquired what areas would be eligible for Rosemead Redevelop- ment Agency money. Al Warot stated that all areas on the map are eligible for CDBG financial assistance. 7br Redevelopment_Agency assistance, properties essentially in the central census tracts, Garvey from San Gabriel Blvd., going east to the Wash, Census Tract 4824.01, 4824.02,.4336.01, and 4336.02. He stated that that was the heart of the redevelopment area. Councilman Bruesch commented on page #2 where it states that the leaseholder must get written permission from the owner. He inquired what would happen if the owner does not give permission. Al Warot stated that this was a voluntary program, and there is not a mandatory provision for anyone to participate in the program. Councilman Bruesch inquired what percentage of the businesses are owner-occupied. Al Warot stated he did not know the percentage on Garvey, however, talking to the Chamber of Commerce they had indicated that a good number of the establishments were owner-occupied. ILI "1 Councilman Bruesch stated that if the owner does not want to revitalize on Garvey Avenue then this program will not have much effect down there. He felt that there should be some sort enforced rehabilitation. Councilman Tury stated that this is a voluntary project and it will take more studying. Mayor Taylor stated that if it is a health hazard, code enforcement can handle that now. Councilman Bruesch stated that he was speaking of unsightly facades. CM 5-8-84 Page #5 Frank G. Tripepi, City Manager, stated that there have been some commercial buildings that had been rehabed with. nothing more than a paint job. . Councilman Cleveland stated that although he was very much interested in this program, he would. have to abstain from voting on this program since he owns property in that area. Mayor Taylor stated that he could understand the.parking not being up to code since many properties cannot provide the parking, however, he did have a problem with the inspection requirements. He stated that on page #4 there was no require- ment of interior inspection and he felt that this was a serious flaw. When these amounts of dollars are allowed to improve the exteriors, but there is no inspection of the interior for code violations,.was certainly a serious flaw with the program. Councilman Imperial suggested since there is a concern over the lack of inspection, that all loans before approval would be reviewed by the Rehabilitation Appeals Board. The Board can see what is happening and what the money is being spent for, and if there are questions they can be asked at that time. Councilman Tury stated that the one reason that these pro- grams have worked is because the City has not forced the people to fix up their properties. The City has advised them and helped them to bring it up to minimum standards. He felt that most owners would want to bring their buildings up to code for their own sakes. Councilman Bruesch felt that the plan was too broad in some sections and too specific in other sections.' He was still con- cerned over taxpayer's dollars paying for air conditioners. He agreed that as long as a building was going to be refurbished, the rewiring and such should be looked into for safety purposes. He stated that he was in favor of the program, however, he was not in favor of some of the sections that are a little too narrow and other sections that seem to allow taxpayers money to be spent on. Councilman Bruesch inquired what the expected cost to the City will be. Frank G. Tripepi, City Manager, stated that he would not even guess. Mayor Taylor commented that on page 11(8) states that the interest rates would be 3% for loans of five years or less; and then (10) states that the City will subsidize the difference. The going prime rate is 12.5%, and that would be 91 or 10% interest which would be subsidized by the City. from. Councilman Bruesch inquired where the subsidy monies came Mayor Taylor stated that it comes from the CDBG funds. MOTION BY COUNCILMAN TURY, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL that the Administrative Procedures for the Commercial Revitali- zation Program.be approved. Vote resulted: AYES: Councilmen Bruesch, Imperial, and Tury NAYES:. Mayor Taylor ABSTAIN: Councilman Cleveland ABSENT: None Whereupon the Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. CM 5-8-84 Page#6 Councilman Bruesch stated that he voted "yes" because he knew that each of the plans would be presented to the Council for approval and he would be on guard to see that the primary purpose for the refurbishing was to improve the look of the neighborhood, and not the amenities which is not the intent of the program. .Mayor Taylor requested a written report from the City Attorney regarding the lack of interior inspections on this program and the fact that those who come in for typical build- ing permits have to meet code and now these people will not have to meet code on this program. Councilman Imperial felt that an inspection should be made on every building that comes in.for a loan, and he felt that there should be a City-wide drive to make sure that anytime any one comes in for a building permit, the wiring should be inspected. Jim Guerra, Building Official, stated that just the opposite is the case. An -appldcEint-who asks for a building permit, which only refers to the exterior of the building, is not required to provide an interior inspection and in practice,do not receive an.interior inspection. If mandatory interior inspections are reauired, then a separate class of permits will be set aside and' «ri11 create.a class where-,.in the building code an interior inspection will not be re- quired, but under the loan application, an interior inspection will be required. Mr. Guerra stated that the exterior facade program does not expose the City on liability to interior code violations. It is not a requirement of the Federal Program and it tends to allow the smaller facade jobs not to require an in- terior,inspection, however, the larger jobs particularly with the loans will involve interior work. Mayor Taylor stated that he was concerned that if a beauti- ful shell is' put around these businesses,.it'would still have a run- down insides, with faulty plumbing, and etc. He did not want the City to condone this action.and have anyone say that the City is allowing these conditions to continue. He could not support it as it is unless the health conditions are brought up. Councilman Tury stated that the Fire Department inspects approximately every year, and he felt that there could not be too many substandard electrical systems within the City. Jim Guerra, Building Official, stated that the tenants turn- over so often and that these tenants make improvements that are in violation of the Code. Councilman Bruesch stated that even though it is not a.re- quirement, the City can do a lot in the initial phases of the permit process and the application for the loan. CC-E RENEWAL OF L.A. COUNTY AGREEMENTS FOR GENERAL SERVICES, STREET, MAINTENANCE, LAW ENFORCEMENT, & REGIONAL LAW ENFORCEMENT Councilman Tury inquired if these agreements had a 30 day cancellable clause. in it except for law enforcement. Frank G. Tripepi, City Manager, stated that it was a 30 day cancellable with the exception of Law Enforcement which has a 60 day notice. MOTION BY COUNCILMAN TURY, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL that the L. A. County Agreements for General Services, Street Maintenance, Law Enforcement and Regional Law Enforcement be approved. Vote resulted: AYES: Councilmen Bruesch, Cleveland, Imperial and Tury NAYES: Mayor Taylor ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None Whereupon the Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered'. CM 5-8-84 Page N7 • 0 Mayor Taylor stated that he was sure that Council was aware of some of the problems that are going on at this particular time and because of those problems, he could not vote for this contract. Councilman Imperial stated that he was aware of the problems that were mentioned, and was very much concerned about them, and requested that the record show that his concern was there, however, he would not want the City to do without a police force. CC-F APPROVAL OF SPECIFICATIONS & AUTHORIZATION TO SEEK BIDS FOR DEFERRED LOANS Mayor Taylor stated that he felt that it was excessive fund- ing set aside for this program. Councilman Bruesch inquired if deferred loans meant that the payment of these loans would take place upon the sale of the property. Frank G. Tripepi, City Manager, stated that it was. loans. Councilman Imperial inquired who was authorized for the Jim Guerra, Building Official, stated that in both the low interest and deferred loans, the applicant is screened by the City based on an owner occupancy and income and then in the low interest loan they also fill out a credit application for the bank and the bank evaluates their credit. On the deferred interest loan there is a credit application but only the credit history is considered, however, the property is appraised. The City ap- proves it and the bank qualifies them for a loan. This program is restricted to owner occupied property. Councilman Bruesch inquired what the income guidelines are. Jim Guerra stated that the income guidelines are established by the Federal Goverment. The guidelines were established in 1982 and depend upon family size and income. The larger the family, the larger the income may be. Mayor Taylor requested a copy of those guidelines be given to Mr. Bruesch later. MOTION BY COUNCILMAN TURY, SECONDED BY.COUNCILMAN BRUESCH that the specifications were.approved for the home improvements with deferred loans be approved and authorization to seek bids be approved. Vote resulted: AYES: Councilmen Bruesch, Cleveland, Imperial and Tury NAYES: Mayor Taylor ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: None Whereupon the Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. Mayor Taylor requested that the record show that his vote "no" is not against the individual applying,only the financing of the program. V. MATTERS FOR DISCUSSION & ACTION Mayor's Appointments for 1984/85 LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES Delegate: Tury Alternate: Imperial CONTRACT CITIES ASSOCIATION Delegate: Imperial Alternate: Tury WEST SAN GABRIEL VALLEY PLANNING COM. Delegate: Bruesch Alternate: Imperial CITY SELECTION COMMITTEE FOR RTD Delegate: Bruesch Alternate: Imperial L.A. COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICT SO.CALIF.ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS Delegate: Taylor Delegate: Bruesch Alternate: Cleveland Alternate: Cleveland Page N8 • 0 Continuation of Committee Appointments: L.A. REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION Delegate: Cleveland Alternate: Bruesch WEST SAN GABRIEL VALLEY JUVENILE DIV Delegate: Tury Alternate: Bruesch LIBRARY BOARD Delegate: Cleveland Alternate: Taylor JOINT POWERS INSURANCE AUTHORITY Delegate: Taylor Alternate: Bruesch SAN GABRIEL VALLEY ASSOC.OF CITIES Delegate: Imperial Alternate: Taylor UPPER SAN GABRIEL VALLEY WATER DIST. Representative: Tury OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE: Representative: Imperial All Councilmembers are Alternate to all Committees. V. SETTING STUDY SESSION DATE FOR STREET ASSESSMENTS POLICY Councilman Tury stated that he would like to have the Study Session as soon as possible. Mayor Taylor suggested that Tuesday, May 15, 1984 at 8:00 p.m.be set for the Study Session. Councilman Tury stated that he would like to know why the cost of the square footage varies from parcel to parcel. Councilman Bruesch stated that he was confused with the philosophy that makes it more palatible to the homeowner to condemn his property than to dedicate the property. Councilman Tury stated that it used to be that way, however, as the prices have changed, people who dedicate are being penalized. Mayor Taylor requested this information by next Tuesday's Meeting at 8:00 p. m. VI. MATTERS FROM OFFICIALS A. SB 1595 (MONTOYA) EMINENT DOMAIN 'POWERS- MOTION BY COUNCILMAN BRUESCH,`tSECONDED PY'COUNCILMAN"TURY. that the Council goes on record as supporting Montoya!"s SB 1595 in theory. Vote resulted: UPON ROLL CALL ALL COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT VOTED AYE. The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. Mayor Taylor stated that he agreed with the blanket intent however, the reservation that he had is that "a going concern He stated that in the last couple of years there have been many businesses move out of the state and they have been left vacant, and the State has tried to come up with a solution as far as how to keep these businesses open and to create jobs. This is good also, but the method... and this bill is very emphatic in parenthesis it states "a going business". They will do nothing... they will not attempt to take over any going business, and it is in parenthesis every place that it is mentioned. His concern is that if it is not a going business, there is going to be a loophole left in this that they are going to take over these businesses as a public use. When you read through here, they will not tell you what a public use is. That would be up to the discretion of different agencies. The bill itself states, on page #3, the Board of Supervisors of any County may acquire by eminent domain any property necessary to carry out the powers of functions of the County. Any County exercise the right of eminent domain to acquire any property necessary or convenient for carrying out the provisions of this article. A City may acquire by eminent domain any property nec- essary to carry out any of the powers or functions. He stated that all of them have the exeptions of a "going business". A local agency may exercise the right of eminent domain to acquire any property necessary or convenient to carry out this article. He stated that it goes across every public agency and then going back to what a public use is..it is left to the discretion of the Agencies involved. That was his real reservation of the bill and the way it is written. Page k9 • 0 B. PROPOSITION N20--SLANDEROUS CAMPAIGN STATEMENTS Councilman Tury stated that he agreed with this Proposition #20 as far as intent. Councilman Bruesch stated that he was totally in favor of this type of legislation and it doesn't go far enough. He felt that campaign.expenditures should be limited. Mayor Taylor inquired how someone could keep track of the different lawsuits that are filed in the different Counties re- garding this matter. Robert Kress, City Attorney, stated that you can only get statewide and nationwide reported cases once they are on appeal. He stated that he did not know of any particular registry of this kind of case in the Superior Court level. He did not know how this type of legislation would work. MOTION BY COUNCILMAN TURY, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN BRUESCH that the Council goes on record as supporting Proposition #20 in theory. Vote resulted: UPON ROLL CALL ALL COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT VOTED AYE. The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. C. SB 2333 (ROBERTI) This item was deferred to the next meeting on May 22, 1984. D. Councilman Bruesch commented on the Prayer Breakfast and the fact that there was a good turn-out of the community. E. Councilman Bruesch complimented the staff on the Cinco de Mayo Celebration, and stated that everyone had a lot of fun there. F. Councilman Bruesch commented on the parking problems in front of schools. He stated today there were 15 cars parked illegally, illegal U-turns, and parking on the wrong side of the street and there was no traffic regulation there at all. He stated that there was a problem at Duff School also dealing with parking problems. The schools are over-crowded, and more staff needs more parking spaces. He felt that an overall plan with the school officials should be prepared to protect the safety of the kids that are crossing the streets. ,Mayor Taylor stated that he felt that there should be a recommendation from the School District first, and then it can be discussed. He supported the intent wholeheartedly, however, the schools are in charge of the parking and the children. The City is co-responsible, but it should be initiated by the School District, and then the City will assist them. Councilman Bruesch requested surveillance of the Sheriffs to warn the people who are illegally parked. Mayor Taylor directed the City Manager to direct the Sheriffs Department to check into this problem and bring back to the Council at the next meeting a record of the citations that have been issued. Councilman Tury suggested that the first week, the parking control man be out there advising people. Mayor Taylor stated that he felt that was a fine solution to give them one week as notice and then the second week they would be ticketed. G. Councilman Tury requested the staff check into the cost of replacing those "no parking/street sweeping" sign`poles. H. Mayor Taylor requested another certified letter be sent to Mr. Noura and his attorney tomorrow, asking if they are going to respond on the medical records. CM 5-8-84 Page #10 • VII. STATUS OF ITEMS REFERRED TO STAFF Mayor Taylor stated that most of these items are strictly informational and they will be back at the next Council Meeting. VII- E CDBG PROGRAM--SENIOR CITIZEN ELIGIBILITY Donald Smith, 3120 Rosemead Place, stated that if the City of Rosemead is required to provide low income housing, then the City should have the right to approve who receives that housing. Councilman Tury stated that this City has more than its fair share of low income housing and there will be no low income housing built in Rosemead mandated by HUD. . Councilman Imperial stated that he agreed Mr. Tury that Rosemead has more than enough low income housing, but if HUD de- termines that they want to request we put in low income housing, new low income housing, we would have no control over who would take that low income housing. We have no way of helping those people who live here. Mayor Taylor stated that the alternative that the City has since the City applies for these funds, we are obligated to accept the program as it is written, which includes different housing projects. It has not been implemented or enforced it. It was discussed four or five years ago when these programs were adopted. If these low income homes are required, the City of Rosemead would have the option to dropping the program as one alternative. Councilman Tury stated that since the City has been involved with the HUD Program it has taken in 3.5 million dollars to do handyman program, low interest loan programs and deferred loan program. He felt that without accepting the HUD Program, the Handyman Program, Graffiti Removal Program, and some of the street improvement programs would not have been possible. Donald Smith inquired when Mrs. Harrington's place will be taken care of by the Handyman program. Jim Guerra stated that they are trying to get more eligible people before going out to bid, and he stated that he would dis- cuss this with Mr. Smith individually. F. Mayor Taylor requested that Rental Subsidy Rebate Pro- gram,be placed on the next Agenda, and requested copies of the guidelines. Frank G. Tripepi, City Manager, stated that copies have been made and staff is still working on it. G. Mayor Taylor requested a status report on the Noura incident. Lt. Johnston stated that it has been re-scheduled to the end of May for pre-trial. H. Mayor Taylor requested a copy of the Dial-a-Ride reports. I. Frank G. Tripepi, City Manager, stated that the City Manager had been appointed as the representative to the Manpower Consortium and because all of the appointees are Managers, there are many times a problem getting a quorum together. He requested that the City Council allow the City Manager or his alternate to attend that meeting as the voting delegate. There being no objection, it was so ordered. VIII. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS A. Juan Nunez, 2702 Del Mar, inquired about the Alley Improve- ments that were on the Agenda. CM 5-8-84 Page #11 0 Mayor Taylor stated that there are five or six alleys involved in this project. Mr. Nunez inquired how it was decided which alleys would be improved. Mayor Taylor stated that they are going to be placed in a review process. Some of them will be done now, some have been done in the past. Mr. Nunez commented on the Alley between Emerson and Newmark (Whitmore) that tees off at Wilson behind the convalescent home, and stated that it needed cleaning. Al Warot stated that the Alley between Emerson and Whitmore is one of the CDBG Projects for the coming year. It is being considered to be vacated and reconstructing decorative masonry walls around the rear yards of all those residential lots. The alley at this point is in a deteriorated condition, and a very definite solution is being considered at this time. It would be carried out in the coming year. There being no further business to be handled, the Council Meeting was adjourned to the Study Session regarding Street Assess- ment Policy on May 15, 1984 at 8:00 p. m. Respectfully submitted: City Clerk APPROVED' \ Z MAYOR CM 5-8-84 Page #12