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MINUTES OF THE ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
SEPTEMBER 23, 1975
1. 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.
and called to order by Mayor Paul Taylor at 8:00 p.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Cichy
The Invocation was delivered by Reverend Jack Preston of the United
Methodist Church.
2. ROLL CALL:
Present: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Tyalor, Trujillo
Absent: None
Ex officio: Davenport, Durham, Foutz, Hannah, Sonju, Tripepi
Watson..
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: SEPTEMBER 9, 1975 - REGULAR MEETING
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second-by mayor pro tem Trujillo
to approve the minutes of September 9, 1975 as printed (correction
made before approval to vote on item 15).
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS:
A. RESOLUTION 75-60. HONORING CHRISTY ANN LOPEZ
Mayor Taylor read Resolution 75-60 in full.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE.CITY OF ROSEMEAD HONORING
CHRISTY ANN LOPEZ.
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman Cichy
to adopt Resolution 75-60.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: , None
The Formal Resolution was presented and pictures were taken.
The Meeting was adjourned to a Personnel Session at 8:12 p.m.
The Meeting Reconvened at 8:54 p.m.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
5. RESOLUTION 75-61. ADOPTING STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS FOR PUBLIC WORKS
CONSTRUCTION - 1973 EDITION.
Attorney Watson read Resolution 75-61 by title.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ADOPTING
1974 AND 1975 SUPPLEMENTS TO 21E UNIFORM STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS FOR
PUBLIC WORKS CONSTRUCTION, 1973 EDITION.
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman Andersen
to waive further reading and adopt Resolution 75-61.
Roll Call vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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6. PETITION FOR STREET LIGHTING - LEE STREET
City Manager Tripepi presented this petition dated August 20, 1975
for placement of a street light.
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman G. Taylor
to approve this request for a street light on Lee Street.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
7. REPORT re: CROSSWALK REf9OVAL/SAN GABRIEL BLVD. (HELLP-LAN-RUSH)
Traffic Engineer Envall presented his memo dated September 5, 1975
recommending that crosswalks at San Gabriel & Dorothy, San Gabriel
& Emerson Place, and San Gabriel & Whitmore be rescinded by official
action and removed.
after discussion;
It was moved by Councilman Gary Taylor, second by 14ayor pro tem Trujillo
that the Council not accept the foregoing recommendation and that
Mr. Envall be requested to supply further studies.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: Andersen
ABSENT: None
8. UPDATE OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM
There being no objections this report was Received...
9. REPORT/EXTZ"IOP OF LOWER AZUSA ROAD
Planning Director Sonju presented this report.
Discussion followed regarding amendment of the General Plan especially
the circulation element.
Planning Director to present a proposed schedule for amendment at
the next regular Council meeting..
10. CONSIDERATION OF ADVISORY MEMBER/PECK ROAD WATER PARK
The meeting Recessed to a Personnel Session at 9:25 p.m.
The Meeting Reconvened at 9:35 p.m.
Mayor Taylor stated that he would like to appoint .T.1r. Louis Tury
as the Advisory Member forthe Peck Road Sister Park.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Mayor pro tem Trujillo
to ratify the foregoing appointment.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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11. RESOLUTION 75=62.
CLAIMS RID DEMANDS
City Treasurer Foutz read Resolution 75-62 by title.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING
CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $151,507.21 NUMBERED
19685 THROUGH 19759 INCLUSIVELY.
Councilman Andersen referred to an expenditure in the Revolving Account
for and presented a memorandum prepared by the City Attorney -
June 19, 1973.
Attorney Watson read the subject "Guidelines for Reimbursement of
Expenses Incurred by City Councilmen" in full. He stated that since
this memo, two additional opinions have been determined...
1) Reservations and Registration may be paid in advance.
2) Advances of money is not proper.
Attorney Watson advised the Council that it is valid for the Council
to adopt an Ordinance providing a reasonable amount to each member
for expenses incurred.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman G. Taylor
to waive further reading and adopt Resolution 75-62.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
12. CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR STREET CLOSURE/CALIFORNIA CHRISTIAN
HOME & EASTMONT COMMUNITY CENTER
City Manager Tripepi presented this request for closure on
September 27, 1975 from 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. stating that there
were no objections when checking with the Sheriff's Department or
our Traffic Engineer. The San Gabriel County Water District that
fronts on Delta and Grand have no objections.
It was moved by Mayor pro ten Trujillo, second by Councilman Andersen
to approve the foregoing request.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
13. AWARD OF CONTRACT/DEMOLITION/8213 GRAVES AVE.
City Manager Tripepi presented the bids received on September 15, 1975
for the subject. demolition and recommended that the low bid be
accepted and the Mayor authorized to execute the contract.
Ace Moving & Wrecking Inc.. ....$513.00
Commercial Land Clearing & Spraying ...$650.00
E & G Contractos, Inc .................$650.00
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman G. Taylor
to accept the low bid of Ace Moving & Wrecking, Inc. and to authorize
the Mayor to execute the contract.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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14. AWARD OF BID - TRIPLEX MOWER
The following bids were presented as received on September 8, 1975:
B. Hayman Co. - National Lawnmower
(Southern California Distributor) -..............$2,499.00
Toro Pacific Distributor - Toro Lawnmower....... $2,612.00
B. Hayman Company - Jacobson Lawnmower
(Southern California Distributor) ...............$2,844.00
It was moved by Councilman G. Taylor, second by Mayor pro tem Trujillo
to accept the low bid from National Lawnmower and the authorize the
purchase.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
15. REQUEST FOR AUTHOIZATIO14 TO OBTAIN BIDS/DATSUN PICKUP (Budgeted Item)
This request for a Pick-Up to replace the Cushman at Garvey Park
was presented.
It was mowd by Councilman Cichy, second by Councilman Andersen that
Request for Bids be authorized.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
16. APPROVAL OF MONTHLY TREE TRIMMING SERVICE/MONTH OF OCTOBER, 1975
The following bids were presented:
Evans Tree Service $3,950.00
Callahan Tree Trimming $2,699.00
It was moved by Councilman G. Taylor, second by Mayor pro tem Trujillo
to award the contract to Callahan Tree Trimming and authorize the
Mayor to execute.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
17. CONSIDERATION OF ANNUAL LANDSCAPING CONTRACT
City Manager Tripepi presented this request to obtain bids for annual
grounds and median maintenance.
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman Andersen
to approve the foregoing request.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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18. PLANNING CO:u:ISSION:
A. REQUEST FOR MINOR REVISION TO DEVELOPMENT PLAN
TENTATIVE TRACT 32079 - LANDISVIEW LANE
Planning Director Sonju presented this request for change in the
Development Plan to adjust placement of the homes on the lots; and
recommendation of the Planning Commission to approve the minor
modification in the approved Development Plan.
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman Andersen---
to approve the minor revision to Tentative Tract 32079.
Roll Ca]1 Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
City Attorney Watson advised the Council upon request that there is
no legal precedent set by the foregoing action and that the Council
makes its determination on each individual case.
COMMUNICATIONS
19. WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE:
A. City Manager Tripepi presented LETTER FROM EDITH C. O'REILLY
Offering her property at the corner of Ivar and Steele for
$16,000.00.
Appraisal to be obtained and Report from the City Manager to be
presented including prices paid for'other properties on Steele Street.
20. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS:
Recreation and Parks Director:
a) OPERATION OF ROSEMEAD PARK CONCESSION STAND
Mr. Burbank presented this request from the Youth Soccer organization
to operate the Rosemead Park Concession Stand from September 24, 1975,
to February 29, 1976; and recommended they be allowed to operate the
stand according to the City's License Agreement and Specification
Form.
It was moved by Councilman G. Taylor, second.by Councilman Andersen
to approve the request for operation of the Rosemead Park Concession
Stand and that the Mayor be authorized to execute the contract.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G.
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
City Manager Tripepi:
a) Advised the Council of a meeting of the San Gabriel Valley
Association of Cities on September 30th..
b) Presented a request for ACQUISITION OF VEHICLE from the
American Red Cross at a cost of $4,850.00; Purchase Order to
be issued and check issued at the next regular meeting.
It was moved by Councilman Cichy, second by Mayor pro tem Trujillo
to approve the foregoing request for a vehicle and authorize issuance
of the purchase order.
Roll Call Vote'as follows:
---------AYES:----Andersen; - Cichy, G-.- Taylor; P-Taylor;- Trujillo
NOES: None -
t i ABSENT: None
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ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE:
1) for. Edward R. Neil of the West San.Gabriel Valley Commission
on Aging thanked the Council for their support.
MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS CONTD.
Councilman Cichy:
1) Asked that discussion regarding TownHall Type Meetings be placed
on a"future Agenda with input from Staff on same.. Mayor Taylor
referred to a proposal available from Beth Wyckoff..
2) Asked that Super Markets and Banks be contacted regarding
placement of notices on a bulletin board provided by them.
City Manager to investigate possibility..
Mayor pro tem Trujillo:
1) Referred to violations in "No Parking" zone during Auto Auction
(Kelburn Ave.)..
Traffic Engineer Envall to check on enforcement..
2) Referred to mini-Bike Park and mixture of mini bikes and motorcycles,
Recreation & Park Director Burbank stated that steps have been
taken to correct this situation..
Mayor Taylor:
1) Stated that the Key Club (H.S.) is requesting flags that could be
placed on the Boulevard during the Heritage Parade and on Holidays.
Chamber has supplied in the past but unable to do do now.
City Planager Tripepi to check with the Chamber Manager on status..
Councilman Gary Gaylor:
1) Referred to Planning Commission action on Conditional Use Permit 101.
Also the requirements of R-3 and whether an existing brick wall
meets City standards..
2) Asked that full agenda Packets be given the Council (including mapsi
(Planning Commission)
3) Referred to requirement of Section 8110 of the Municipal Code
relative to sidewalks being placed in conjunction with building
construction.
To be placed on future agenda..
Attorney Watson:
1) Suggested that the entire area involved in Zone Change Case 75-75
be renoticed for the October 14, 1975 Public Hearing..
(Noticed for R-1 and Council considering other zones)
There were no objections to a "Broad Notice" for the next hearing..
Councilman Gary Taylor asked for a written statement on the above
opinion..
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It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman Cichy
to adjourn to Tuesday, September 30, 1975 at 7:30 p.m. in the Council
Chambers of the Rosemead City Hall, 8838 E. Valley plvd., Rosemead,
California. Unanimously Carried..
Meeting Adjourned at 10:35 p.m.
CITY ERK OR OF 'i' CI ~MEAD