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MINUTES
OF THE ROSEMEAD CITY
COUNCIL
MARCH 23, 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 Reverend Don Eubanks of the Foursquare Gospel Church.
ROLL CALL:
Present: Hunter, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
Absent: Cichy ;Excused (Baby Daughter Rebecca Born This Date)
Ex officio: Burbank, Davenport, Dilkes, Durham, Foutz, Fleischman, Tripepi
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: MARCH 9, 1976 - REGULAR MEETING
Mayor pro tem Taylor asked that the following be added to his motion on page 7 09:
"for land use and zone changes". No Objections
It was moved by Councilman Imperial, second by Councilman Hunter to approve the
minutes of March 9, 1976 as revised.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Hunter, Imperial, Taylor Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: Cichy (excused)
1. PRESENTATIONS/REQUESTS TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL:
A. Mayor Trujillo acknowledged three students from Mission High School
B. RESOLUTION 76-10. HONORING & THANKING KEYTH DURHAM
Attorney Dilkes read Resolution 76-10 in full.
It was moved by Councilman Hunter, second by Mayor pro tem Taylor to adopt
Resolution 76-10.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Hunter, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: Cichy (excused)
The foregoing Resolution and a City Plaque were presented to Keyth in appreciation
of his services to the City of Rosemead. Pictures were taken..
Keyth made parting remarks.
2. LEGISLATIVE:
A. ORDINANCE 413. ZONE CHANGE 75-75
Attorney Dilkes read Ordinance 413 by title.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD CHANGING THE ZONE OF CERTAIN PROPERTY AND
AMENDING THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE (ZONE CHANGE CASE NO. 75-75/AREA lb & lc)
Councilman Hunter asked that the following be part of the record.. No Objections..
Councilman Hunter stated his feelings that not enough consideration was given to
neighboring properties in that area between the wash and the newly zoned C3-D.
Mayor pro tem Taylor asked that the Synopsis of Zone Change 75-75 be read in full
(Memo dated March 19, 1976), The memo referred to 9 meetings held between
May 13, 1975 and February 10, 1976 relative to Zone Change 75-75 and actions taken.
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Taylor, second by Mayor Trujillo to waive furhter
reading and adopt Ordinance 413.
Motion withdrawn with consent of senond...
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It was moved by Mayor pro tem Taylor, second by Mayor Trujillo to waive further
reading of Ordinance 413.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Hunter, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: Imperial
ABSENT: Cichy (excused)
Motion to waive further reading must be unanimous..
Attorney Dilkes read Ordinance 413 in full.
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Taylor, second by Mayor Trujillo to adopt
Ordinance 413.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Hunter, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: Cichy (excused)
B. ORDINANCE . ADDING POSTING PLACE FOR NOTICES
Deferred to next meeting. Attorney to check public hearing requirements
CONSENT CALENDAR:
Items CC-1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 removed for discussion
Items CC-9 & 13 deferred - No Objections...
CCr3 RESOLUTION 76-11. APPROVING SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN
Recomm: Waive Reading & Adopt
CCrS RESOLUTION 76-12. CHANGING THE NAME OF A PORTION OF RAMONA BLVD. TO OLNEY ST.
Recomm: Waive Reading & Adopt
CC-7 APPROVAL OF FINAL PAYMENT/SLURRY SEAL PROGRAM
Recomm: Approve Final Payment in the Amount of $15,698.50
CC-11 CONSIDERATION OF PNRAL/FERN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Recomm: Endorse Program & Submit Letter to Cal Trans
CC-12 CONSIDERATION OF JOINT AGREEMENTS FOR TRAFFIC SIGNAL MAINTENANCE
Recomm: Direct City Attorney to Prepare Necessary Legal Documents
CC714 APPROVE ATTENDANCE/SCAG MANPOWER PLANNING & COORDINATION WORKSHOP (April 2, 1976)
Recomm: Approve Attendance by City Council
CC-15 APPROVE ATTENDANCE/CITY CLERKS' INSTITUTE (April 28-30, 1976)
Recomm: Approve Attendance by City Clerk
CCr16 CONSIDERATION OF ALLEY VACATION BETWEEN ISABEL & JACKSON
Recomm: Direct City Attorney to Prepare Resolution of Intention
CC717 SET PUBLIC HEARING FOR AMENDMENT TO R-3 ZONE SECTION OF ZONING ORDINANCE
Recomm: Set Hearing for April 13, 1976
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Taylor, second by Councilman Hunter to concur in
recommendations on the Consent Calendar and Approve CC-3, 5, 7, 11, 12, 14, 15, 16, & 17.
Roll Call Vote as follows::
AYES: Hunter, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: Cichy (excused)
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CC-1 RESOLUTION 76713. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS
Recomm: Waive Reading & Adopt
Councilman Hunter asked that check no. 20844 be removed from this demands and that
all outstanding bills from his business be placed on one future demand. No Objection..
Question on 20833 & 20898
Attorney Dilkes read Resolution 76-13 by title.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND
DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $219,294.06 NUMBERED 20805 THROUGH 20902 INCLUSIVELY.
It was moved by Councilman Hunter, second by Mayor pro tem Taylor to Naive further
reading and adopt Resolution 76-13 excluding check no. 20844.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYLS: Hunter, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
N01 S: None
ABSENT: Cichy (excused)
CC-2 RESOLUTION 76- AMENDING THE LAND USE ELEMENT OF THE GENERAL PLAN
Recomm: Waive Reading & Adopt
Deferred to Next Meeting by request of Councilman Hunter.
CC-4 RESOLUTION 76-14. REQUESTING SCAG TO REFRAIN FROM COMPETING FOR GRANTS.
The 6th paragraph was amended to read:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Rosemead
does hereby urge that the Southern California Association of Governments refrain
from competing against member cities of SCAG for Federal Grant monies that are
available to and for member cities of SCAG and that SCAG rely upon the local
governments it serves for funds to support its activities, and
Attorney Dilkes read Resolution 76-14 by title.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD URGING THE SOUTHERN
CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNigNTS TO REFRAIN FROM COMPETING FOR STATE AND
FEDERAL GRANTS.
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Taylor, second by Councilman Hunter to waive further
reading and adopt Resolution 76-14 as amended.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Hunter, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: Cichy (excused)
CC-6 RESOLUTION 76-15. AUTHORIZING EXPENDITURES FOR & DESCRIBING ALTERNATIVES FOR
PUBLIC NOTICE.
Attorney Dilkes read Resolution 76-15 by title.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD AUTHORIZING EXPENDITURES
AND DESCRIBING MANNER OF ALTERNATIVE PUBLIC NOTICES IN LAND USE AND GENERAL PLAN MATTERS.
Paragraph 6 was amended to read:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Planning Commission of the City of Rosemead
be authorized to expend such sums as are necessary to place advertisements in the
quarterly newsletter and in the local newspapers which are distributed in Rosemead, and
It was moved by Councilman Imperial, second by Mayor pro tem Taylor to waive further
reading and adopt Resolution 76-15 as amended.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Hunter, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: Cichy (excused)
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The Meeting Recessed at 9:10 p.m.
The Meeting Reconvened at,9:33 p.m.
CC-8 AUTHORIZATION FOR PURCHASE/BI-CENTENNIAL COMMITTEE
Recomm: Authorize Purchase as Requested
Budgeted Funds were discussed..
It was moved by_Councilman Hunter, second by Councilman Imperial to approve the
purchase as requested ($250 for chest and $37.50 for pictures).
Roll Call Voted as follows:
AYES: Hunter, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: Cichy (excused)
CC79 APPROVAL OF FUND TRANSFERS/1975-76 BUDGET
Recomm: Approve Transfers as Requested in Memo dated: March 19, 1976
Deferred to Next Meeting
CC-13 REQUEST TO WAIVE BUSINESS LICENSE FEE/WOMEN'S CLUB
Recomm: Waive Fee S Require Health Permit from County
Deferred to Next Meeting
CC-10 APPROVE TRANSFER OF INTEREST/STREET SWEEPING CONTRACT
Recomm: Direct City Attorney to Prepare Documents to Amend Agreement
Complaints 6 Parking on Trash Days were discussed.
Deferred for City Attorney to check validity of contract..
REGULAR AGE14DA CONTINUED:
3. APPROVAL OF SUBSTANTIAL NOTICE OF COMPLETION, RELEASE OF CONSTRUCTION FUNDS, AND
FILING OF NOTICE OF COMPLETION, FOR COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER
Parks 5 Recreation Director Burbank presented his memo dated March 18, 1976
recommending approval of the "Certificate of Substantial Completion" and the "Notice
of Completion."
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Taylor, second by Councilman Imperial to approve the
foregoing recommendation and to direct preparation of the necessary legal documents.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Hunter, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: Cichy (excused)
4. DEMOLITION/2736 STRATHMORE
City Manager Tripepi presented the letter dated January 23, 1976 from the
County/City Building Official which recommends that authorization be given to
proceed, under ordinance provisions, to have the buildings demolished and the
property cleaned up and upon completion of the work to collect the actual costs
therefor.
Mr. Dan Johnson of the County Rehabilitation Section addressed the Council stating
the history of this case. (May, 1974 - March, 1976)
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It was eyed by Councilman Hunter, second by Councilman Imperial to approve the
foregoing recommendation.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Hunter, Imperial Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: Cichy (excused)
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5. REQUEST TO HIRE PARK
MAN/COMMUNITY RECREATION MITER
Recreation & Park Director Burbank presented his memo dated March 18, 1976 which
requests that the Department be authorized to acquire the full - and part - time
Park Maintenance Staff for the new Community Recreation Center and that the necessary
funds be appropriated from Account No. 8082 - Construction of Community Center.
Discussion followed regarding park & recreation programs, CETA Employees status,
and rotation of present staff.
It was moved by Councilman Hunter, second by Councilman Taylor to deny the foregoing
request at this time and refer it for budget consideration.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Hunter, Imperial, Taylor
NOES: Trujillo
ABSENT: Cichy
6. COMMISSION RECO121ENDATIOIIS:
TRAFFIC COMMISSION:
A. CONSIDERATION OF TRUCK ROUTE/WALNUT GROVE AVENUE
City Manager Tripepi presented this memo dated March 19, 1976 advising the Council
of the survey of the cities of Alhambra, Arcadia, Bradbury, and San Marino. Also
South E1 Monte and Temple City.
Deferred for further information.
B. COMMUNITY CENTER SIGI•TS AND MARKINGS
City Manager Tripepi presented Traffic Commission Recommendation for additional
signs and markings for and around the newly constructed Community Recreation Center.
It was moved ~y Councilman Hunter, second by Councilman Imperial to approve the
recommendations as listed (7 recommendations).
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Hunter, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: Cichy (excused)
HUMAN RESOURCES COMMISSION
A. CONSIDERATION OF IMPLEMENTATION OF CONCEPT OF COMMUNITY GARDENS
Don Gorelick,,Representative of the proposed community organic gardens project
addressed the Council urging favorable consideration.
Bob Bruesch, Instructor at Fern School spoke in favor of this project.
Mervin Kennedy, 9139 P?arshall, Rosemead spoke in favor of this project.
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Discussion followed regarding possible City funding,
Deferred to nlxt regular meeting..
B. CONSIDERATION OF ATTENDANCE AT WE TIP CONVENTION
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Imperial to probide the $20
registration fee for each Human Resources Commission Member who wishes to attend.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Hunter, Imperial, Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: Cichy (excused)
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7. APPOINTIENT OF COUNCIL COMMITTEES : Deferred to next regular meeting
RESOLUTION 76-16. Attorney Dilkes read by title.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSE MEAD, CALIFORNIA; APPOINTING
A MEMBER OF SAID COUNCIL TO ACT AS AN ALTERNATE DIRECTOR OF THE COUNTY SANITATION
DISTRICT OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY.
Mayor pro tem Taylor was appointed as alternate to the above District.
It was moved by Councilman Hunter, second by Councilman Imperial to waive further
reading and adopt Resolution 76-16 appointing Mayor pro tem Taylor as Alternate.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Hunter, Imperial, Trujillo
NOES: None
ASSENT: Cichy (excused)
ABSTAIN: Taylor
8. EXECUTIVE SESSION:
A. Personnel
Mayor Trujillo stated that Planning, Director Sonju requested this item discussed
in public.
Planning Director Sonju advised the Council that she is running for State Office
in June and requested Council consideration of scheduled time-off for the next
two months. She presented a schedule of proposed actions for the General Plan
Amendments.
City Manager Tripepi wished his. Sonju luck in the race, but could not recommend
that the requested leave be granted.
After much deliberation by Council:
It was moved by Councilman Imperial, second by Councilman Hunter to deny this request.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Hunter, Imperial
NOES: Taylor, Trujillo
ABSENT: Cichy (excused)
Due to tie vote, this item to be placed on the next regular agenda..
9. COKWNICATIONS:
A. WRITTEN
1) City Manager Tripepi referred to a letter from Senator Song which indicates
that Senate Bill 1500 is being amended.
(SB 1500 is re-organization of California trial courts)
B. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS:
Mayor pro tern Taylor:
1) Asked status of Landisview Lane Annexation.
City Manager stated that letter is forthcoming from LAFCO..
2) Asked about tax information from Lockheed (Hollywood-Burbank Airport)
City Manager stated no response to date..Another letter will be sent..
3) Asked City Attorney if he had checked allegations re: Brown Act Violations.
Attorney Dilkes answered that a phone call and letter to the person quoted were
accomplished. Person states that he was misquoted..
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4) Asked if Campaign Statements had been checked.
City Attorney responded to the negative..
5) Asked about legality question re: Ordinance or Resolution re: Spray Cans..
To be on next agenda..
6) Asked that a report be on the next agenda re: Disposal of Excess Property on Ivan -
(acquired for extension of Lower Azusa which was deleted from General Plan)
7) Asked about expenditure for cards noticing, tree planting.
Councilman Hunter:
1) Asked the City Attorney if research of the Brown Act Violation allegations again:;:.:
the Council was accomplished under the monthly retainer.
Attorney Dilkes stated that it was.
Attorney Dilkes also responded to the question as to estimated costs if the request
had been billed.
Mayor pro tem Taylor requested verbatim minutes for the answer. No Objections...
Attorney: As City Attorney, I receive a monthly retainer. I log hours for extra-
ordinary work above and beyond the normal course of representing the City.
Councilman Hunter: So, it was a cost in t retainer?
Attorney Dilkes: Direction of that letter to the individual quoted in the newspape
was done under the terms of the retainer which I receive every month anyway so I
did not charge the City any additional money for that. I am almost certain of that;
if you like, I will be happy to double check my hourly records and direct a letter
to you.
Councilman Hunter: That is not necessary, I just wanted to be sure
Mayor pro tem Taylor: Do we have an estimated guess of that cost from the City Attcr.:.p;
Attorney Dilkes: You mean, how much time it took
Mayor pro tem Taylor: Yes
Attorney Dilkes: Lets see, the telephone call probably took 3 minutes and the letter
probably took 8 minutes - and then my secretary had to type it and it had to be cop_f:a
and run out which probably took 10 minutes. We only bill for my time, my secretary
is in the overhead - So, had I charged you on an hourly rate, it would have been
u minutes + 3 minutes or total of 11 minutes and would be something on the order
of $10 or $11...$5 or $6...
Councilman Imperial:
1) Requested Agenda Item Relative to a Merit System for Deserving Citizens of Rose=~,L
Mayor Trujillo:
1) Suggested that Oral Communications From the Audience be placed at the beginning
of the Council Meeting Agenda as well as the end.
Staff to Comply..No Objections..
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The Meeting Recessed at 11;36 p.m. The Meeting Reconvened at 11:46 p.m.
C. '.ORAL CO"WNICATIONS FR0:4 THE AUDIENCE
Robert Govella, 3113 N. Sullivan Ave.,-Rosemead, addressed the Council requesting
permission to hold the Fourth Annual Cinco de Mayo Parade on May 1, 1976. He presented
a suggested parade route.
There being no objections, this request was referred to the Rosemead Traffic Commission
for approval of the proposed parade route and recommendation to the Council - at which
time the Council could approve the request stating any conditions to be met.
Hugh Foutz, BiCentennial Committee Chairman informed the Council of the next
Committee Meeting.
Mr. Wayne Nicholsen, 2735 San Gabriel Blvd. addressed the Council re:
Gang Problems, Graffitti, Nuisance Trees, and the Theatre on Garvey/San Gabriel.
There being no further business to come before the Council,,
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Taylor, second by Councilman Imperial to Adjourn.
Meeting Adjourned at 11:58 p.m.
1 4AYO OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD