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CC - 11-23-79MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL OCTOBER 23, 1979 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 Hunter The Invocation was delivered by Rev. Ken Mathis, Rosemead Church of Christ Church. ROLL CALL OF OFFICERS: Present: Councilman Hunter, Cichy, Imperial, Tury and Mayor Taylor Absent: None APPROVAL OF MINUTES: October 9, 1979 - Regular Meeting MOTION BY COUNCILMAN CICHY, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN TURY that the Minutes of the Rosemead City Council of October 9, 1979 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 introduced Sal Reza, representing Supervisor Pete Schabarum's Office. Deputy Reza presented the City of Rosemead a Proclamation congratulating the City on its 20th Anniversary. Mayor Taylor introduced Alex Montalvo representative from Congressman Danielson's Office. Mr. Montalvo presented a Certi- ficate of Recognition on behalf of Congressman Danielson to the City of Rosemead honoring the City's 20th Anniversary. Fire Chief Sarno presented the City of'Rosemead on behalf of Chief Bragdon a proclamation congratulating the City on its 20th Anniversary. , Mayor Taylor expressed his appreciation to all those who presented congratulations. Mayor Taylor made a presentation to one of the employees of the City of Rosemead, Martin Lomeli, in recognition of his outstanding service to the City and wished him much success in his future ventures. I. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS A. Jose Agredano, U. S. Bureau of Census, requested the City's help in promoting the 1980 Census and requested that the month of March be proclaimed as "Census Month" and between April and May a committee be formed as a "Complete Count Committee". This committee should consist of people from different backgrounds, community groups and churches, and basically, this committee will promote the Census in the City of Rosemead. CM 10-23-79 Page #1 II. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED PROJECTS TO BE SUBMITTED TO U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING & URBAN DEVELOPMENT FOR FUNDING THRU THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT Mayor Taylor stated that the Hearing was open and inquired if there was anyone in the audience who would care to speak re- garding this Hearing. Juan Nunez, 2704 Del Mar, spoke in opposition to the HCDA Program. Mayor Taylor inquired if there was anyone else who would care to speak. No one else came forward. Mayor Taylor closed the Public Hearing. MOTION BY COUNCILMAN CICHY, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN HUNTER that the Application for HCDA Program for 1980-81 be approved. Vote resulted: AYES: Councilmen Cichy, Hunter, and Tury NAYES: Councilman Imperial and Mayor Taylor Whereupon the Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. B. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER INSTALLATION OF CURBS, GUTTERS, SIDEWALKS & DRIVEWAY APPROACHES ON HELLMAN,(N/S SAN GABRIEL TO TWIN & 51S SAN GABRIEL TO GLADYS) Mayor Taylor stated that the Hearing was open and in- quired if there was anyone in the audience who would care to speak regarding this Hearing. No one came forward. Mayor Taylor closed the Public Hearing. Robert T. Dickey, Assistant Manager, stated that since the plans and specifications are not completed it will be necessary to post this Hearing for a later date. Mike Scott stated that the plans are nearly complete and should be available in a few days. Mayor Taylor stated that this Hearing should be brought back to the next regular Council Meeting. C. CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ZONE CHANGE FROM R-1 TO R-3 AT PROPERTY LOCATED AT 4229-4309 WALNUT GROVE. Mayor Taylor stated that the Public Hearing was open and inquired if there was anyone in the audience who would care to speak regarding this Hearing. Beverly Van Fosson, 8538 Wells Street, expressed disatis- faction with the plans regarding walls that are being proposed on this project.as they are so close that the light is being closed off and the lack of privacy makes it very undesirable. CM 10-23-79 Page #2 4 Ting K. Wang, representative of the Eastways Development Corporation, stated that they had contacted Mrs. Van Fosson and felt that there was a misunderstanding about the construc- tion and height of the wall, but he did not feel that the pro- ject would be possible if they constructed the walls as she has suggested. MOTION BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN CICHY that this Project be deferred back to the Planning Commission for further study regarding the side yard set back in order to elimin- ate the problem between the property owners and the developers. Vote resulted: UPON ROLL CALL ALL COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT VOTED AYE. The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. III. LEGISLATIVE A. RESOLUTION NO. 79-54 - CLAIMS & DEMANDS RESOLUTION NO. 79-54 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS & DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $267,065.37 NUMBERED 4,973 THRU 5,100 INCLUSIVELY MOTION.BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN CICHY that Resolution No. 79-54 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. B. ORDINANCE NO. 508 AMENDING SUB-DIVISION ORDINANCE #454 RELATING TO LEGAL REQUIREMENTS OF PUBLIC NOTIFICATION ORDINANCE NO. 508 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD AMENDING SECTION 9202 OF THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO SUB-DIVISION ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD MOTION BY COUNCILMAN TURY, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL that Ordinance No. 508 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. 79-55 DECLARING CERTAIN PUBLIC LAND OWNED BY ROSEMEAD TO BE FOR STREET PURPOSES RESOLUTION NO. 79-55 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD DECLARING CERTAIN PUBLIC LAND OWNED BY THE CITY OF ROSE- MEAD TO BE FOR STREET PURPOSES (ANGELUS AVENUE) MOTION BY COUNCILMAN CICHY, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN HUNTER that Resolution No. 79-55 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. IV. CONSENT CALENDAR (CC-D & CC-E deferred) CC-A AUTHORIZATION REQUESTED BY CITY CLERK TO ATTEND CITY CLERKS ELECTION LAW SEMINAR, NOVEMBER 28-30, 1979. CC-B REQUEST FOR RATE INCREASE FOR ACCO EFFECTIVE CC-C AWARD OF BID - VARIOUS STREETS CM 10-23-79 Page #3 • CC-F RED CURB E/O DRIVEWAY APPROACH: 7433 GARVEY AVENUE CC-G AUTHORIZATION TO PROCEED WITH THE VACATION OF DRAINAGE EASEMENT LOCATED EAST OF RIO HONDO SOUTH OF OLNEY ST. MOTION BY COUNCILMAN CICHY, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN TURY that the foregoing Consent Calendar Items be approved. Vote resulted: UPON ROLL CALL ALL COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT VOTED AYE. The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. CC-D ACCEPTANCE OF PROPOSAL FOR MANAGEMENT & ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES 1979-80 HCDA PROGRAM Mayor Taylor stated that he felt that the administrative cost of $40,000 is a duplication of services and too costly. MOTION BY COUNCILMAN CICHY, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN TURY that Envista's proposal for management and administrative ser- vices for the 1979-80 HCDA Program be approved. Vote resulted: AYES: Councilmen Hunter, Cichy and Tury NAYES: Councilman Imperial and Mayor Taylor Whereupon the Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so.ordered. CC-E ACCEPTANCE OF STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT COMPLETED BY CROWELL & LARSON Mayor Taylor stated that he had requested that the vacation of the alley south of Valley Blvd., and east of Rio Hondo be placed on the Agenda, but as yet it has not and now completion of drainage system for the alleyway cannot be installed because authorization has not been received from the property owner. Mike Scott stated that there has drainage of that property and recently they no longer had a right of entry on these devices since his property is in he could be landlocked or have his use by the property owner to the west, Mr. peen some problems on the Mr. Nugent stated that his property to install the center of the alley of the alley terminated Young. Ed Dilkes, City Attorney, stated that the City can vacate that alley, impose in the course of the vacation a series of cross easements that give people rights to use the alley for access. Mayor Taylor requested that this alley be brought back on the next Agenda clarifying what can be done legally.toiJvacate the.alley and install the proper drainage.so that the City will not responsible for any liability. ' Ed Dilkes, City Attorney, stated that he would prepare the legal aspects for the next meeting. Councilman Tury inquired about Leyburn cross gutter. Mike Scott stated that it seemed to be acceptable, but that he would check it tomorrow and request to have it redone if it is not satisfactory, and stated that 10% is retained for 30 days after the approval of the project. Mayor Taylor requested that Mike Scott submit a letter stat- ing that Mr. Nugent has withdrawn his right of entry. Mr. Scott stated that he would. CM 10-23-79 Page #4 • MOTION BY COUNCILMAN HUNTER, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN TURY that the street improvement project completed by-Crowell and Larson be accepted. 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. PROSECUTOR PROPOSAL - REVISION OF MUNICIPAL CODE Ed Dilkes, City Attorney, stated that the cost of this ser- vice will be equal to the amount of demand made for it and is completely within the Council's discretion in the terms of expense. It can be paid with a separate itemized bill for management control. Mayor Taylor requested that he would like an itemized bill so that it will show what is being gained over the County Services. Councilman Hunter agreed with the Mayor and requested that this process be used for a trial period of a year and get the revision of the Municipal Code taken care of at the same time which would eliminate a lot of problems. Mayor Taylor commented on the fact that it was mentioned that when the code is updated that it would eliminate duplication by placing County and State codes by reference in our code, and he felt that it would be beneficial to have a more complete re- ference and explanation in our code than just'a County or State Ordinance Number. Councilman Hunter agreed with the Mayor in that regard. Councilman Tury stated that the main reason he would sup- port this would be to eliminate the long delay and lack of commu- nications. MOTION BY COUNCILMAN HUNTER, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN CICHY that the Prosecutor Proposal and the revision of the Rosemead Municipal Code be approved with the inclusion of the referenced County or State Ordinances. Vote resulted: UPON ROLL CALL ALL COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT VOTED AYE. The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. B. PLANNING COMMISSION & TRAFFIC COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS Councilman Hunter proposed the name of Howard Mattern to fill Ken Reaves unexpired term on the Traffic Commission and stated that he had no objections to reappointing Mr. Tirre and Beezley. Councilman Imperial proposed the name of Frank Larson for the Traffic Commission. Councilman Hunter stated that Mr. Magallanes expressed to Mr. Cichy that he no longer wished to be reappointed to the Traffic Commission therefore there would be no reason why both Mr. Larson and Mr. Mattern along with Daniel Tirre and Eldon Beezley could not be appointed for their unexpired terms. MOTION BY COUNCILMAN TURY, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL that Mr. Frank Larson, Mr.' Howard Mattern, Daniel Tirre and Eldon Beezley be appointed to the Traffic Commission. Vote re- sulted: UPON ROLL CALL ALL COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT VOTED AYE. The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. MOTION BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN CICHY that Robert Ritchie be reappointed on the Planning Commission. Vote resulted: UPON ROLL CALL ALL COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT VOTED AYE. The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. CM 10-23-79 Page #5 6 0 C. REQUEST TO REGAIN FEE EXCLUSION FOR ROSEMEAD/NIKE SWIM TEAM MOTION BY COUNCILMAN CICHY, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL that the Rosemead/Nike Swim Team be excluded from a fee charge providing the Park & Recreation Department verify the name and check out the roster.' Vote resulted: UPON ROLL CALL ALL COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT VOTED AYE. The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. D. POLICY DISCUSSION FOR STREET ASSESSMENTS The pros and cons of a policy for street assessments were discussed by the City Councilmembers. MOTION BY COUNCILMAN HUNTER, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN CICHY that there be no policy for street assessments and that each case be handled individually. Vote resulted: AYES: Councilmen Hunter, Cichy and Mayor Taylor NAYES: Councilmen Imperial and Tury Whereupon the Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. Councilman Tury requested that the record show that he supports setting a policy instead of case by case, and Council- man Imperial agreed with him. Councilman Hunter requested that the record show that the "no policy" action gave Councilman Tury and Councilman Imperial exactly what they had asked for. VI. MATTERS FROM OFFICIALS A. REQUEST FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION - PERSONNEL It was requested to have an Executive Session regarding personnel matters at the regular Council Meeting of November 13, 1979. There being no objection, it was so ordered. VII. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Glen Clanton, 3244 Leyburn Dr., complained about not being able to hear the Councilmembers and inquired if it was because of faulty microphone system or the way that they are being used. Mayor Taylor stated that they would try to speak into their microphones more directly. There being no further business, the Council Meeting was adjourned to the next regular Meeting of November 13, 1979 at 8:00 p. m. Respectfully submitted: APPROVE : MAYO o City Ierk CM 10-23-79 Page #6