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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL
JANUARY 22, 1980 AT 8:00 P. M.
The Regular Meeting of the Rosemead City Council was called
to order by Mayor Taylor at 8:00 p. m., in the Council Chambers
of City Hall, 8838 E. Valley Blvd., Rosemead, California.
The Pledge to the Flag was led by Councilman Cichy.
Invocation was delivered by Rev
ROLL CALL OF OFFICERS:
Ken Mathis, Church of Christ.
Present: Councilman Hunter, Cichy, Imperial, Tury and
Mayor Taylor
Absent: None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:, January 8, 1980 - Regular Meeting
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN CICHY, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN TURY
that the Minutes of the Council Meeting of January 8, 1980 be
approved. Vote resulted:
UPON ROLL CALL ALL COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT VOTED AYE.
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
I. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
A. Joe Ramirez, 2518 N. Angelus St., Rosemead, Max Hogine,
833 Larchwood Avenue, La Puente, Howard Andrus,2439 La Presa,
Rosemead, and Mary De La Torre, 2626 N. Denton spoke regarding
the need for transportation for the senior citizens in this area,
and suggested that some type of dial-a-ride be considered for
their use.
Councilman Cichy stated there had been some transportation
studies done a few years ago, and suggested that this item be
placed on the next agenda as this would allow additional time
to review the material on hand and discuss with others in the
community and then the Council would be better informed as to
the type of action that would be best for the area.
II. PUBLIC HEARING
A. PUBLIC,HEARING TO CONSIDER THE SALE OF CITY OWNED
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3227 ECKHART AVENUE.
Mayor Taylor stated that the Public Hearing was open and
inquired if there was anyone in the audience who would care to
speak regarding the subject matter.
No one came forward.
Mayor Taylor stated that the Hearing was closed.
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN TURY, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL
that the sale of the property at 3227 Eckhart be authorized and
the plans and specifications be approved. Vote resulted:
UPON ROLL CALL ALL COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT VOTED AYE.
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
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III. LEGISLATIVE
A. ORDINANCE NO. 513 ADOPTING L. A. COUNTY HIGHWAY PERMIT
ORDINANCE NO. 3597 BY REFERENCE
ORDINANCE NO. 513
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ROSEMEAD ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE LOS
ANGELES COUNTY HIGHWAY PERMIT ORDINANCE #3597
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN TURY, SECONDED'BY COUNCILMAN CICHY
that Ordinance No. 513 be introduced on its first reading and
the reading in full be waived, and the hearing date be set for
February 12, 1980. Vote resulted:
UPON ROLL CALL ALL COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT VOTED AYE.
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
B. RESOLUTION NO. 80-4 ADOPTING 197,EDITION OF UNIFORM
STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS FOR PUBLIC WORKS CONSTRUCTION
RESOLUTION NO. 80-4
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ADOPTING 1979 EDITION OF THE UNIFORM STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS
FOR PUBLIC WORKS CONSTRUCTION
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN CICHY, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN TURY
that Resolution No. 80-4 be adopted and the reading in full be
waived. Vote resulted:
UPON ROLL CALL ALL COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT VOTED AYE.
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
C. RESOLUTION NO. 80-5 ESTABLISHING VOTING PRECINCTS
AND POLLING PLACES, APPOINTING PRECINCT BOARD MEMBERS
AND FIXING' COMPENSATION FOR APRIL 8TH ELECTION
RESOLUTION NO. 80-5
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
CALIFORNIA ESTABLISHING VOTING PRECINCTS AND POLLING PLACES
APPOINTING PRECINCT BOARD MEMBERS AND FIXING COMPENSATION
FOR THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION OF SAID CITY ON TUESDAY,
APRIL 8, 1980, HERETOFORE CALLED BY RESOLUTION NO. 79-72
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN HUNTER, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN CICHY
that Resolution No. 80-5 be adopted and the reading in full be
waived. Vote resulted: .
UPON ROLL CALL ALL COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT VOTED AYE.
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
D. RESOLUTION NO. 80-6 - CLAIMS & DEMANDS
RESOLUTION NO. 80-6
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS & DEMANDS IN THE SUM.OF $155,742.75
NUMBERED 5,534 THROUGH 5,637
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN HUNTER, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN CICHY
that Resolution No. 80-6 be adopted and the reading in full be
waived. Vote resulted:
UPON ROLL CALL ALL COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT VOTED AYE.
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
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IV. CONSENT CALENDAR
CC-A REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO USE VAN FOR APPROVED CONFERENCE
IN SACRAMENTO, MARCH 7TH THRU MARCH 10TH, 1980.
CC-B APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT WITH CREATIVE DISPLAY COMPANY
CC-C AWARD OF BID.- VALLEY BLVD.,.PETROMAT/OVERLAY'
CC-D ACCEPTANCE OF TENTATIVE TRACT #38455
CC-E APPROVAL OF PLANS & SPECIFICATIONS OF SANITARY SEWERS,
ON ARTSON STREET & AUTHORIZATION TO SEEK BIDS
CC-F AUTHORIZATION REQUESTED TO EXTEND SUBMISSION OF DRAFT
OF ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE REVISION TO MAY 15, 1980.
CC-G AUTHORIZATION REQUESTED TO ATTEND LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA
CITIES PLANNING COMMISSIONERS INSTITUTE, FEBRUARY 27-29,
1980 IN SAN DIEGO.
CC-H AUTHORIZATION REQUESTED TO PROCEED WITH LOW BIDS FOR
CITY HALL INTERIORS RENOVATION.
CC-I AUTHORIZATION REQUESTED TO APPROVE ELEVATOR SERVICE
AGREEMENT.
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN TURY, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN HUNTER
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.
V. MATTERS FOR DISCUSSION & ACTION
A. PROPOSALS FOR BEAUTIFICATION OF ROSEMEAD BLVD. MEDIANS
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN TURY, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL
that the proposal by Kato & Jordan, Landscape Architecture Co.,
be accepted at the low the bid. Vote resulted:
AYES: Councilmen Tury, Imperial and Mayor Taylor
NAYES: Councilmen Hunter and Cichy
Whereupon the Mayor declared said motion duly carried and
so ordered.
B. ENCINITAS AVENUE BETWEEN LOWER AZUSA ROAD & MISSION DR.
Councilman Imperial stated that he felt that eliminating
parking-on the west side'of Encinitas would be a good start for
improving the traffic problem on that street although it was not
what he really wanted, but it was better than nothing.
Mayor Taylor suggested that the street be widened eight feet,
and requested that a report regarding the cost of moving the curb
back be brought-back to the Council at the next meeting.
Mayor Taylor requested that this item be deferred to the
next meeting.
C. REALLOCATION OF SALES AND USE TAX.
The Mayor stated.that a proposal was presented recommending
the addition of 10 of the current 6¢ sales tax be reapportioned
to the Cities.
Councilman Tury requested that the information regarding
this item be received and filed.
There being no objection, it was so ordered.
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VI. MATTERS FROM OFFICIALS
A. Frank G. Tripepi, City Manager, stated that AB 1743
which would amend the Gonsalves Bill relative to law enforcement
costing has been taken off the calendar and is not on file so is
basically in limbo at the time being.
B. Councilman Tury inquired if the attorney has had any
response from Jack Nugents Attorney regarding the alleyway.
Bob Kress, City Attorney, stated that the letter had been
sent out approximately two-weeks ago and has not had any response
from him.
Mayor. Taylor inquired of Mrs. Welch regarding the alleyway.
Mrs. Anna Welch stated that the water problem in the alley-
way is worse than before.
Mayor Taylor stated that if the attorney retained by Mr.
Nugent does not respond by the next meeting an alternate course
should be taken immediately.
Bob Kress, City Attorney, stated that the alternate course
has been approved by the City Council and he will proceed with
the alternative measures.
Mayor Taylor requested that all the information be available
for the next Council Meeting and this item be deferred to that
time.
C. Councilman Hunter stated that he received five copies
of last year's program from Jess Gonzales,-President of the Rose-
mead Rebels and was asked to distribute to these to the Council.
In this program it recognizes the efforts. of the City Council,
but more important, it named Mike Burbank, Park & Recreation Dir-
ector, and Manny Rubacalba for their outstanding efforts in making
their season a total success.
Mayor Taylor expressed his appreciation.
D. Mayor Taylor stated that he received a phone message
from Mr. John Olman, Church of Jesus Christ of the Later Day
Saints. Mayor Taylor stated that the State Legislature will soon
be acting on Abortion issue, and the Church is presenting a film
program regarding this issue on February 17, 1980 at 6:30 p. m.
and anyone who is interested is invited to attend.
There being no further business, the Council Meeting was
adjourned-to the next Meeting of February 12, 1980 at 8:00 p, m.
Respectfully submitted:
APPROV
Mayor
City Clerk of the ity of Rosemead
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