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MINUTES OF THE ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
I4AY 25, 1976
CALL TO ORDER: 8:00 P.M.
A Regular Meeting of the Rosemead City Council was held in the Council Chambers of
the Rosemead City Hall, 8838 E. Valley Blvd., Rosemead, California and called to
order by Mayor Trujillo.
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Imperial
The Invocation was delivered by Pat Cleveland
ROLL CALL:
Present: Cichy, Hunter, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
Absent: None
Ex officio: Burbank, Davenport, Dickey, D11kes, Foutz, Fleischman,
Sullivan, Tripepi, Hannah
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: APRIL 27, 1976 - REGULAR
MAY 11, 1976 - ADJOURNED MEETING
MAY 11, 1976 - REGULAR MEETING
It was moved by Councilman Hunter, second by Councilman Imperial to approve the
minutes of April 27, 1976 as printed.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Cichy, Hunter, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
It was moved by Councilman Cichy, second by Councilman Hunter to approve the minutes
of May 11, 1976 - Adjourned Meeting as printed.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Cichy, Hunter, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Mayor.pro ten Taylor corrected the minutes of May 11, 1976 - Regular Meeting to
show that he abstained from voting on the Minutes of April 30, 1976...
It-was moved by Mayor pro tem Taylor, second by Councilman Cichy to approve the
minutes of May 11, 1976 - Regular Meeting as corrected.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Cichy, Hunter, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
1. ORAL COI,, NICATIOIIS/PRESENTATIONS/REQUESTS TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL
A. RESOLUTION COMMENDING GEORGE HIGUCHI - PAST PLANNING COMMISSIONER
Mr. Higuchi was not in attendance - To be presented at a later date.
2. LEGISLATIVE: None
3. CONSENT CALENDAR: CC-B & CC-E were removed for discussion..
CC-A RESOLUTION 76-28. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS
Recomm: Waive reading and Adopt
CC-C WORKSITE DISTRIBUTION FOR SUMMER YOUTH PROGRAM
Recomm: Receive - Informational Item (Rec. & Parks = 41 from Blenvenidos
Rec. = 24 from Alhambra City Schools)
CC-D RELEASE OF BOND/TRACT 31339
Recomm: Release Bond No. 40ODL2702 in the amount of $3,500
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It was moved by Councilman Cichy, second by Councilman Hunter to concur in
recommendations on Consent Calendar Items CC-A, C, and D.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Cichy, Hunter, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
CC-B RESOLUTION 76-29. APPROVING 1980 FUNCTIONAL USAGE STUDY & FAU SYSTEM
Recomm: Waive Reading and Adopt.....;
Considered after item 4 on Regular Agenda..
CC-E TRAFFIC COMMISSION:
Recomm: Approve Recommendation of the Traffic Commission & Authorize Service Requests
1) ARTSON STREET - NO PARKING/SOUTH SIDE ARTSON (Lafayette to west terminus)
It was moved by Councilman Cichy, second by Councilman Hunter to approve the
recommendation of the Traffic Commission.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Cichy, Hunter, Imperial, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: Taylor
2) ROCKHOLD-WILLARD AVENUE, ADDITIONAL REGULATIONS
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Taylor, second by Councilman Cichy to approve the
recommendation of the Traffic.Commission.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Cichy, Hunter, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
3) GARVEY AVENUE & WILLARD AVENUE - CROSSWALK REMOVAL
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Imperial to deny the
recommendation of the Traffic Commission and direct staff to repaint the crosswalk.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Hunter, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES. Cichy
ABSENT: None
4) MUSCATEL AVENUE & EDMOND STREET SIGN / STOP AHEAD MARKINGS..
Reference was made to a request made by Mr. Alexander, 4403 Muscatel Avenue, for
reflective signs on the east side of Muscatel Avenue at Edmond Street.
There were no objections to deferring this item to next meeting for an answer to
why these reflectors were requested.
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REGULAR. AGENDA
4. CONSIDERATION OF WALNUT GROVE TRUCK ROUTE
Traffic Engineer Envall presentedhis Walnut Grove Avenue - Truck Update.Memo dated
May 19, 1976 with the recommendation for continuance of Walnut Grove Avenue as a
Truck Route.
Alternate routes and truck regulations were discussed..
It was moved by Councilman Hunter, second by Councilman Imperial to accept the
foregoing recommendation with instructions to staff to monitor this truck route
for the next six months and report back on a quarterly basis to Council.
Roll Call Vote as follows'
AYES: Cichy, Hunter, Imperial, Trujillo
NOES:, Taylor
ABSENT: None
CC-B RESOLUTION 76=29. APPROVING 1980 FUNCTIONAL USAGE STUDY & FAU SYSTEM
Recomm: Waive Reading and Adopt
Assistant City Manager Dickey advised the Council that the streets added to the
system were select system streets of the City of Rosemead.
Discussion regarding local control followed..
Ruth Albert, 8742 Scott St., Rosemead - addressed the Council re San Gabriel Blvd.
Attorney.Dilkes read RESOLUTION 76-29 by title.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING
THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD'S PORTION OF THE, 1980 FUNCTIONAL USAGE STUDY AND THE
DESIGNATION OF FEDERAL AID URBAN ROUTES IN SAID CITY.
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Taylor, second by Councilman Hunter to waive further
reading and adopt Resolution 76-29.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Cichy, Hunter, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
5. CONSIDERATION OF AGREEMENT WITH ROSEMEAD LITTLE LEAGUE.
Item deferred to Next Meeting for contact with Little League re: Insurance Coverage
6. APPOINTMENT OF COMMITTEES FOR 1976-77
The Meeting Recessed at 8:55 p.m. The Meeting Reconvened at 9:15 p.m.
Mayor Trujillo Made, the Following Appointments for 1976-77
Association Representative
League of California Cities Trujillo
[d. San Gabriel Valley Planning Commission Taylor
Contract Cities Association Hunter
City Seleation Committee (RTD) Hunter
Sanitation District Trujillo
So. Calif. Assn. of Govts. (SCAG) Imperial
L.A. Regional Transportation Study Comm. Cichy
(Resolution 76-25)
Upper San Gabriel Valley Water District Trujillo
Library Board Taylor
W. San Gabriel Valley Juvenile Diversion Cichy
Alternate
Hunter
Imperial
Cichy
Taylor
Taylor
Trujillo
Hunter
Paul Taylor
Imperial
Taylor
Economic Development Committee Appointments to be made next meeting
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It was moved by Councilman Hunter, second by Councilman Taylor to ratify the
foregoing appointments.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Cichy, Hunter, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: Imperial
ABSENT: None
7. CONSIDERATION OF ONE-YEAR TERM FOR CITY C011MISSIONS
Councilman Hunter stated that he had requested this item and started discussion on
same.
Ruth Albert, 8742 Scott Street addressed the Council re Commissions..
It was moved by Councilman Hunter, second by Councilman Imperial to limit the terms
of commissioners to a one-year term.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Hunter, Imperial
NOES. Cichy, Taylor, Trujillo
ABSENT: None
It was moved by Councilman Cichy, second by Mayor Trujillo that the City continue
the present two-year length of service with provision that no commissioner can
serve for more than two consecutive terms on any one commission.
Discussion followed...
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Imperial to table the
foregoing motion to the next regular meeting.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Cichy, Hunter, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
8. APPOINTMENT. OF COMMISSIONERS (for full term).
The following persons addressed the Council in support of Mr. Don DeTora..:
Glen Clayton, 3244 Layburn Drive, Rosemead
George Boyd, Mission Drive, Rosemead
Ruth Albert, 8742 Scott St., Rosemead
Appointments were deferred to the next regular meeting.. No Objections..
9. REQUEST FOR BUDGET AMENDMENT/ROSEMEAD BOYS' CLUB
City Manager Tripepi presented a letter from the Rosemead Boys' Club dated May'19, 1976
which requests a $3,720 fund transfer from travel, equipment & supplies to personnel.
Mr. David Thompson, Director of the Boys' Club answered questions from the Council.
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Taylor, second by Councilman Cichy to approve the
requested transfer.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Cichy, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: Hunter
ABSENT: None
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10. COMMUNICATIONSs
A. WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE:
1) FAMILY COUNSELING SERVICE/FAMILY SERVICE WEEK
Mayor Trujillo requested a proclamation for "Family Counseling Service Week"
2) CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS/NUCLEAR ENERGY INITIATIVE.(PROP 15): Received & Filed
3. CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS/RESOLUTION RE: SPRAY CA17S
Myor pro tem Taylor asked the status of the State Bill re: Spray Cans and a report
on League action..
Discussion followed regarding support of more strict actions against juvenile
lawbreakers and reference was made to legislative consideration of a bill regarding
spray cans - and approximately 29 bills affecting the juvenile law system.
Councilman Imperial requested a resolution be adopted by this Council in support
of stricter laws.
4) CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS/OPPOSING AB 3788- Rent Control: Received & Filed..
5) TAX TALK - L.A. BUREAU OF MUNICIPAL RESEARCH/SUNSET COAST LINE: Received & Filed:.
6) EP21A W: SHUEY SCHOOL/REQUEST FOR CROSSING GUARD
Administrative Aide Hannah presented this request for a crossing guard for Shuey
Summer School (Corner of Wells & Walnut Grove)
Dates: June 21st thru July 23rd
Times: 7:45 - 9:15 a.m. and 12:00 -12:30 p.m.
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Taylor, second by Councilman Hunter to grant the
foregoing request.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Cichy, Hunter, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
B. MATTERS FRO11 CITY OFFICIALS:
City Attorney:
1) REPORT ON SHERIFF LIABILITY INSURANCE... Oral Report Given with Written Report
to follow.
2) REPORT ON COURT ACTION/SEWER EASEMENT (Highcliff Dist 112): Disclaimer to be
signed and funds to be processed (Gordon Property).. Written Report to Follow..
Councilman Hunter:
1) RECOZ1MENDATION FOR ANNUAL TREE TRIMMING SERVICE
Councilman Hunter presented his memo dated May 7, 1976 relative to an Annual Tree
Trimming Contract with recommendation for same.
It was moved by Councilman Hunter, second by Councilman Cichy to authorize staff
to prepare all the necessary bid documents for an annual street tree contract and
that they be submitted for Council review and approval.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Cichy, Hunter, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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The Meeting Recessed at 10:13 p.m.
Councilman Imperial:
The Meeting Reconvened at 10:24 p.m.
1) REQUEST FOR SIGNS FOR ROSEMEAD SWIM TEAM
Councilman Imperial presented his memo dated May 19, 1976 which requests that the
City Council authorize staff to have signs made showing the Rosemead Swim Team Emblem.
It was moved by Councilman Imperial, second by Mayor pro tem Taylor that appropriation
be made to the Department of Parks & Recreation for the subject signs which will be
made available to the Rosemead Swim Team.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Cichy, Hunter, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
2) Expressed his views on attendance at the recent Contract Cities Seminar.
It was moved by Councilman Imperial, second by Mayor pro tem Taylor that any person
justified going to a seminar at City expense will participate fully or reimburse the
City for those expenses.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES. Hunter., Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: Cichy
ABSENT: None
Councilman Hunter suggested a policy session before the next seminar.
Councilman Cichy:
1) Asked the closing date for the subject of the Landisview Lane Annexation to be
placed on the ballot.
Mayor pro tem Taylor:
1) Asked,the status of SB821 funds that were to be used on Hellman Avenue..
Administrative Aide Hannah responded that the funds have been applied for but not
received and that there is a two-year period of time for use-mr. Hannah suggested
that Council might want to apply for funds next year and do both sides of the street
at one time.
Mayor Trujillo:
1) Referred to her memo to Council relative to the Fern School Field and the
possibility of a Joint Meeting between the City and the School Board to
consider a Joint Power Agreement.
Staff to coordinate meeting...
City Manager Tripepi:
1) Referred to the preliminary budget - a balanced budget - submitted for Council
consideration. He asked for early consideration of 3 City Vehicles to replace
the old vehicles due to time factor in obtaining the specifications tie would like
in the cars. (6 cylinder being replaced)
It was moved by Councilman Hunter, second by Councilman Cichy to approve the budget
appropriation for replacement of 3 city vehicles.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Cichy, Hunter, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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2) Announced the Sheriff's Annual Memorial service to be held at the Sheriff's
Academy on Ilay 27, 1976.
City Treasurer/Bi Centennial Chairman Foutz:
1) Reported on BiCentennial Activities :
a) Bells to ring at 11:00 a.m. on July 4th...
b) Showed the City's BiCentennial Message signed by the President
c) Showed plates (bi-centennial) that he hopes to present to Zapopan guests
Mr. Foutz referred to a Bi-Centennial dedication of the Rosemead Community Center
or installation of a plaque commemorating the Bi-Centennial.
It was moved by Councilman Hunter, second by Mayor pro tem Taylor to authorize the
expenditure of approximately $100 for the subject plaque.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Cichy, Hunter, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Councilman Hunter:
2) Referred to the recent Human Resources Commission Seminar and asked for information
on the seminar from those attending.
Mayor pro tem Taylor requested the same from the Contract Cities Seminar..
3) Requested an itemized billing for bills paid for by credit card.
4) Asked if Planning Commissioner DeTora would remain on the Planning Commission
since an appointment was not made this evening..
At Dilkes referred the Council to provisions in the Municipal Code relative
to term of Commissioners..
It was moved by Councilman Hunter, second by Councilman Imperial that Commissioner
DeTora be retained on the Planning Commission until the next regular Council Meeting
or until reappointed or replaced.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Hunter, Imperial, Trujillo
NOES: Taylor
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: Cichy
C. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE:
Ruth Albert, 8742 Scott St., Rosemead addressed the Council with a series of
personal complaints.
ADJOURNMENT
It was moved by Councilman Hunter, second by Councilman Cichy to adjourn.
Unanimously Carried.
Meeting Adjourned at 11.00 p.m.
NEXT REGULAR MEETING WILL BE JUNE 9, 1976 (WEDNESDAY) PURSUANT TO MUNICIPAL CODE
SECTIO14 2703.
MAYOR OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEApr