CC - 04-27-76*(REVISED) MINUTES OF THE ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL (REVISED)
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
CALL TO ORDER - 8:00 p.m. APRIL 27, 1976
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 Cichy
The Invocation was led by Reverend Tom Phillips
ROLL CALL:
Present: Cichy, Hunter, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
Absent: None
Ex officio: Burbank, Davenport, Dilkes, Foutz, Fleischman, Hannan, Sullivan, Tripepi
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: APRIL 13, 1976
It was moved by Councilman Imperial, second by Councilman Hunter to approve the
minutes of April 13, 1976 as written.
* Mayor pro tem Taylor asked that clarification be made on U6 - Pg. 10 adding
acquisition for San Gabriel Boulevard.. No Objections to the Clarification...
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Cichy, Hunter, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
1. PRESENTATIONS/REQUESTS TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL/ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
A. ALHAMBRA SCHOOL DISTRICT & BIENVENIDOS COMMU17ITY CENTER/SUM11ER YOUTH EMPLOYMENT
Mr. Heber Meeks of the Alhambra School District and Mr. Mike Sakamoto of Blenvenidos
Community Center addressed the Council regarding CETA Slots for Youth Employment
this summer.
The School District is urging consideration of the study to be prepared on a
CETA Consortium.
Blenvenidos stated opposition to a Consortium.
The fact that the County is considering a third agency for slots was discussed.
Council asked that the County be questioned about this..
Deferred for Future Consideration..
B. MAJLA, SHREEIIA14 & ASSOCIATES/REQUEST TO WAIVE ZONE CHAI•IGE FEE
Mrs. Majia addressed the Council with regard to this request for waiver of the fee
for a zone change required in connection with Tentative Parcel Map 6695 approved by
the Planning Commission on April 19, 1976.
Deferred to next meeting for Staff Recommendation..
C. HOLLY KNAPP, CHAIRMAN OF THE HUMAN RESOURCES COMMISSION (Oral Communications)
Presented the Recommendation from the Human Resources Commission that the Council
approve $500 as the City's portion of costs to bring the WETip Program to Rosemead.
It was moved by Councilman Imperial, second by Councilman Cichy to approve the
foregoing recommendation.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Cichy, Hunter, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Lieutenant Jenks of the Sheriff's Department stated that Sheriff Pitchess strongly
supports the WeTip Program.
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D. Mrs. William Tingley, 3053 N, San Gabriel Blvd., Rosemead addressed the Council
requesting information a rout the resurfacing of San Gabriel Blvd. between Hellman
and Garvey.
City Manager Tripepi advised Mrs. Tingley that due to problems with the "cold mix"
resurface planned for that street, the City has not ordered the resurfacing.. He
stated that there would be consideration of a 2" overlay on the street at budget time.
Councilman Taylor requested a report from Mr. Tripepi on the cancellation..
2. LEGISLATIVE:
A. ORDINANCE 414. AMENDING MUNICIPAL CODE FOR NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETINGS (Adoption)
Attorney Dilkes read Ordinance 414 by title.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE
REQUIREMENTS FOR NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETINGS.
It was moved by Councilman Hunter, second by Mayor pro,tem Taylor to waive further
reading and Adopt Ordinance 414.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Cichy, Hunter, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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B. ORDINANCE 415. AMENDING SECITON 9106.1 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE/MUNICIPAL CODE
Attorney Dilkes read Ordinance 415 by title.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, california, amending section 9106.1 OF THE
ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE.
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Taylor, second by Councilman Cichy to waive further
reading and Introduce Ordinance 415.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Cichy, Hunter, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
C. ORDINANCE 416. ZONE CHANGE 75-76
Attorney Dilkes read Ordinance 416 by title.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD CHANGING THE ZONE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED
AT 8916-22 MISSION DRIVE AND AMENDING THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE (ZONE CHANGE CASE
NO. 75-76, AREAS 1 6 2)
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Taylor, second by Councilman Hunter to waive further
reading and Introduce Ordinance 416.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Cichy, Hunter, Imperial. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
D. ORDINANCE SALE OF AEROSOL SPRAY CANS.. (Discussed Only)
Discussion of validity of an Ordinance; Consideration of a Resolution; Problem with
Court leniency; Environmental Problems being relavent issue..
(REVISED CC-G)
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3. CONSENT CALENDAR: Item CC-G removed for discussion..
Items CC-D & E Deferred to Next Meeting
CC-A RESOLUTION 76-22. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS
Recomm: Waive Reading and Adopt
CC-B RESOLUTION 76-23. AMENDING CIRCULATION ELEMENT OF GENERAL PLAN
Recomm: Waive Reading & Adopt
CC-C RESOLUTION 76-24. DISPOSAL OF EXCESS CITY PROPERTY
Recomm: Waive Reading & Adopt
CC-F AUTHORIZATION FOR ATTENDANCE BY CAPTAIN HANSEN/CONT_RACT CITIES ASSN. SEMINAR
Recomm: Authorize Attendance & Direct City Manager to Contact Other Cities..
CC-H AWARD DEMOLITION CONTRACT/2736 STRATHMORE
Recomm: Award to Commercial Land Clearing ($340) & Authorize Mayor to Execute Contract
CC-I CONTRACT FOR STORAGE/N.Y.P.U.M. MOTOR BIKES
Reocmm: Approve Contract & Authorize Mayor to Execute
CC-J TRAFFIC C MMSION RECOMMENDATIONS:
Recomm: Approve RProcv&ud-tions & Authorize Necessary Service Requests
1) SUPPORT SERVICES OF THE INGLESIDE MENTAL HEALTH CENTER
2) NEWARK AVE. AT JACKSON & FERN - ADDITIONAL BLVD. STOPS
3) 9046 VALLEY BLVD./PARKIITG PROBLEM (Infarmation Item)
4) WALNUT GROVE AVE. & NORWOOD PLACE
It was moved by Councilman Imperial, second by Councilman Cichy to concur iu the
reconnepdatioas on the Consent Calendar.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Cichy, Hunter, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
CC-G AWARD TREE-TRIMMING CONTRACT FOR MAY
Recomm: Award to Callahan Tree Service ($7,200) & Authorize Mayor to Execute Contract
11/2 months (6 wks
The amount of the contract was discussed. Explained that this includes 11=kAk- Mtlls
of work with approximately 50% citizen requested..
Councilman Hunter asked that the award be deferred to next meeting.
Councilman Taylor requested a copy of trees bid on and previous bids..
The Meeting Recessed at 9:15 p.m
REGULAR AGENDA CONTINUED..
The Meeting Reconvened at 9:33 p.m.
4. CONSIDERATION OF TRUCK ROUTE/WALNUT GROVE AVENUE
Deferred to Next Meeting.. Written report on San Marino & Bradbury requirements
requested..
5. CONSIDERATION QF CONSULTAITT FOR GENERAL PLAN.
Council requested staff to present an updated evaluation..
Mayor pro tem Taylor asked if the Noise Element was the only required Element.
6. CONSIDERATION OF CONSULTAITT FOR NEEDS ASSESSMENT
Council requested surveys from other cities and possible initial research through
the League. Discussion of non-professional interviewers was discussed.
Re: Questionaire Program ...Cost for each Questionaire??
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7.
SELECTION OF CANDIDATE FOR OLDER AMERICADI RECOGNITION DAY
It was moved by Councilman Cichy, second by Mayor pro tam Taylna ebat Mr. Lori
Rightmeier be nominated as Rosemead°s Outstanding Older American.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: C1chy, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: Imperial, Hunter
ABSENT: None
APPOINTMENT OF COMMITTEES/ADOPT RESOLUTION 76-25. LARTS REPRESENTATIVE
Attorney Dilkes read Resolution 76-25 by title.
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD APPOINTING A
REPRESENTATIVE AND ALTERNATE TO THE LOS ANGELES ,REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION STUDY
COORDINATING COt4flTT Z (LARTS)
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Taylor, second by Councilman Imperial to waive
further reading and Adopt Resolution 7.6-25. (Cichy 6 Hunter representatives)
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Cichy, Hunter, Imperial. Tayloz, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Committee Appoint=ats Deferred...
9, APPOINTMENT OF M"NING COMMISSIONER (To fulfill Mr. Higuchi'a term to May, 1977)
It was moved by Councilman Imperial, second by Councilman Hunter that
Pat Cleveland be appointed Plannlaa*Ca=is&ioner for the City of Rosemead.
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Taylor, second by Councilman Cichy to table the
foregoing motion.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Cichy, Hunter, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Councilman Hunter nominated Mt. Louis Tury
Councilman Cichy nominated Mr. Larry Cianciola
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Tayloe, second by Councilman Cichy and carried
to close nominations: -
Attorney Dilkes explained that due to the new Brown Act Provisions all discussion
must be held in public for selection of City Commissioners.
Mr. Ray.Gaynor, 9109 DeAdalena, Rosemead spoke regarding the nominee.
Mr. Gilbert Barron, 7464 Melrose Ave. addressed the Council regarding representation
of the people of Rosemead - especially Senior Citizens.
Mr. Juan Nunez, 2704 Del Mar Ave., Rosemead.addressed the Council regarding
a representative for the entire city.
It was moved by Councilman Cichy, secondby Mayor pro tem Taylor that Mr. Larry
Cianciala. be- appointed Planning Commissioner to fulfill the current vacancy to May, 1977.
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Councilman Imperial requested with no objections from the Council that the
following be placed in the record:
I feel like this nomination like any nomination we have had in the last couple of
years has had the tendacy toward stacked commissions. I want to at this point
tell you and I wholeheartedly mean this that one of the most important parts of
the activity in a community are your commissions. The second most important body
in the community is the Planning Commission. I am just hoping now that all debts
are paid off so we can get down to business the next time.
Roll Call Vote On I-lotion as follows:
AYES: Cichy, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: Hunter, Imperial
ABSENT: None
10. APPOINTMENT OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS/DSNSMOOR HERITAGE HOUSE
Hugh Foutz, Chairman of the Bicentennial Committee presented his letter dated
April 18, 1976 as follows:
City Council
Rosemead, Calif.
Dear Madam and Sirs,
The Bicentennial "Horizons 76" permanent project for the cultural enrichment
of Rosemead will naturally develop local history and encourage local artistic
activities and is known as the Dinsmoor Heritage House.
Following the original intent and guidelines for its development and in
consideration of the desire of Mrs. Isabel Dinsmoor Putnam for its care, the
following appointments as "Directors" of the Dinsmoor Heritage House are requested:
Hubert E. Foutz, Chairman
Jeanette Larson, Secretary
Directors:
G1ennReeder, (Horizons 76 Chairman)
Willietta Kunz, (Heritage USA Chairman)
Leona Morgan, (Horizons 76 Vice-Chairman)
Judge Rafael Galceran, (Heritage USA)
Opal Davis, (Heritage USA)
Henry Winkler (Horizons 76)
Louise Hall, (Heritage USA)
Beverly Vandercook (Horizons 76)
11anagement and development of this project to the maximum enjoyment of its
facilities and in consideration of its financial relationship to greater
citizenship participation, the following Corporate Citizens of Rosemead,
through their representative, is also requested, as Associate Members.
First City Bank: Mr. Tom McCullough
Edison Company: Mr. Bill Beyers
Hazel Pearsons: Mr. Jack Williams
It was moved by Councilman Imperial, second by Mayor pro tem Taylor to accept the
foregoing list of Appointments for the Dinsmoor Heritage House.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Cichy, Hunter, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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11. COMMUNICATIONS:
A. WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE:
1) ROBERT RAY, ABE CORP: & FRED CAPRICCIO, GARVEY WHOLESALE BEVERAGE
RE: CONCRETE DRAIN/PAVEMENT OF ALLEY
City Manager Tripepi presented this letter which states that Mr. Ray and Mr. Capriccio
are willing to pay for the three (3) foot wide concrete drain so that the city can
finish the paving of the alley behind their properties at 8925 through 8963 Garvey Ave.
Mr. Tripepi stated that this could be handled as we handle the Chapter 27, 1911 Act
Improvements where the City will do the paveout - and recommended that the City
proceed as funds are available.
It was moved by Councilman Hunter, second by Mayor pro tem Taylor to approve the
foregoing recommendation.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Cichy, Hunter, Imperial. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
B. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS:
Councilman Imperial:
1) CONSIDERATION OF MERIT SYSTEM FOR ROSEMEAD CITIZENS
Councilman Imperial suggested that the City recognize Brusemead's deserving
citizens who have unlimited talents to offer this City.
Council discussed a Human Resources Committee Task Force.-Newspapers & Newsletter
were suggested...
It was moved by Councilman Imperial, second by Mayor pro tem Taylor that the Council
direct the Human Resources Commission to research this City for very well qualified
talented individuals and bring these individuals forth for recognition and and also
for whatever help they might want to contribute to us.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Cichy, Hunter, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Citv Manaeer Trioeoi:
1) Recommended that staff be instructed by Council to contact LAFCO and proceed with
the proposed Annexation of Landisview Lane.
Mr. DeCoker , Landisview Lane - Addressed the Council stating his desire for this
annexation.
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Taylor, second by Councilman Cichy to proceed with
Annexation of a portion of Landisview Lane.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Cichy, Hunter, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Mayor pro tem Taylor:
1) Requested City Attorney's report on the campaign statements.
2) Advised staff of more Silk Floss Trees which have thorns (Rosemead Park)
3) Asked response to City Hall being opened in the evenings..
City Manager Tripepi stated that later hours have been postponed for staff
reorganization. Councilman Cichy stated the need for sufficient notice....
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4) Asked status of subject of Sheriff's Liability.
City :Tanager to contact County Counsel and Sheriff's Department..
5) Asked about reports from Bienvenidos Community Center regarding funds collected
for the recent dance and the campership program last year.
6) Asked about the Court Action relative to Highcliff & Jackson Sewer Easement (Cordon)
Mayor Trujillo:
Stated that she would like to Introduce Bob Dickey, the new Assistant City Manager
for the City.
1) CONSIDERATION OF COUNCIL OFFICE SPACE AT CITY HALL
Asked that Council consider provision for a Council Office in the upstairs
portion of City Hall.
After Discussion on space available and relocating;
It was moved by Councilman Hunter, seocnd by Councilman Imperial to make no change
in office use at this time.
Poll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Cichy, Hunter, Imperial, Taylor
NOES: Trujillo
ABSENT: None
21 PRESENTATION OF IIATERIAL: EMERGENCY SERVICES
Mayor Trujillo stated that she is in receipt of material relative to emergency
services and urged that Council proceed with study & recommendations as to
p preparing ourselves for major earthquake.
Assistant City Manager Dickey referred to a 1972 Emergency Operations Plan and
stated that it could be reviewed and brought back for Council Consideration by
the 1st meeting in June.
3) Asked about repair of overhead lights at City Hall..
4) Asked about the Sign located at the Mini-Gas Station on the Corner of Walnut
Grove and Garvey which obstructs vision.
Staff to check problem and take steps for safety..
5) Requested staff report relative to restriping of crosswalks.
C. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM'THE AUDIENCE
Mervin Kennedy, 9139 Marshall, Rosemead - Urged positive programs by Council to
deal with symptoms of those citizens involved with graffiti.-
. City Attorney Dilkes:
1) Asked that Council meet in Executive Session to accept or reject a Court
Proposal relative to the Nicholson Litigation..
Council Recessed to Joint Executive Session with the Redevelopment Agency at
11:15 P.M. The Meeting Reconvened at 12:02 a.m. (4/28/76).
Recommendation: That the City Council approve the Court Settlement as outlined
in the memo to Council..
Hayor pro tem Taylor expressed his need for more time to study the recommendation;
due to receipt only this evening...
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It was moved by Councilman Cichy, second by Mayor Trujillo to approve the
foregoing recommendation for settlement of the case.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Cichy, Hunter, Imperial, Trujillo
NOES. None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN; Taylor
Mr. Juan Nunez, 2704 Del liar Ave. Rosemead addressed the Council regarding
the Rapid Transit District Program and subsidy by County..
City Manager Tripepi referred to SCRTD Meetings which Mr. Nunez might be interested in.
There being no further business to come before the Council, It was moved by
Councilman Cichy, second by Councilman Imperial to Adjourn this meeting to
Friday, April 30, 1976 at 12 O'Clock Noon at the T 6 J Restaurant in the City
of Rosemead. Unanimously Carried...
(Supervisor Schabarum to be in attendance)
Meeting Adjourned at 12:05 a.m. (4/28/76)
CITY'CLERK MAYOR OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
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MINUTES OF THE ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL
ADJOURNED MEETING
APRIL 27, 1976
CALL TO ORDER - 7:30 p.m.
An Adjourned 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..
ROLL CALL:
Present: Cichy, Hunter, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
Absent: None
Ex officio: Burbank, Davenport, Dilkes, Foutz, Fleischman, Sullivan, Tripepi
Mayor Trujillo advised that the purpose of this meeting was to discuss
PUBLIC RELATIONS MATTERS WYCKOFF ASSOCIATES..
Beth Wyckoff of Wyckoff Associates and the City Public Relations Representative
addressed the Council proposing a Public Information Program for the City of Rosemead.
Ms. Wyckoff presented a memorandum to the Council dated April 27, 1976 which
outlines suggestions as follow:
1) Six Newsletters per year...
2) A City Promotion Piece
3) A City Folder
4) Information Sheets
5) Newsreleases
Samples of each were shown...
Estimated Cost of Program as presented:
Newsletters, with postage .............$6,840.00
Postage 95.00
Promotion Brochure 3,423.00
City Folder 1,364.00
Photography @ $400 per month.......... 4,800.00
Wyckoff Associates Fee $750 per month 9,000.00
$25,522.00
Council took the above under consideration for budget study...
Suggestions: A City'91770'Column in the Newspapers..
Obtain copies of.other city calendars..
There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Trujillo adjourned
the meeting.
Meeting Adjourned at 7:55 p.m.
MAYOR OF THE CITY OF ROS
NOTICE OF ADJOURNED MEETING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE ROSEMEAD CITY
COUNCIL HELD TUESDAY, APRIL 27, 1976 WAS ADJOURNED TO 12 O'CLOCK NOON
FRIDAY, APRIL 30, 1976 AT THE T & J RESTAURANT (CORNER OF VALLEY BLVD.
AND WALNUT GROVE AVENUE) IN THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD.
Dated: April 28, 1976
BY ORDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL