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CC - 08-26-75MINUTES OF THE ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA AUGUST 26, 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 Boulevard and called to order by Mayor Paul Taylor at 8:00 p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Gary Taylor .The Invocation was delivered by Reverend Tom Phillips of the Church of Christ. 2. ROLL CALL: Present: Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo Absent: Andersen (excused) Ex officio: Burbank, Davenport, Dorsey, Durham, Fleischman, Foutz, Hannah, Sonju Audience: 32 in attendance.. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: AUGUST 8, 1975 - ADJOURNED REGULAR 14EETING . AUGUST 12, 1975 - REGULAR b1EETING It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman Cichy to approve the minutes of August 8, 1975 as written. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Cichy, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSTAIN: G. Taylor (did not attend meeting) ABSENT: Andersen (excused) It was moved by Councilman Cichy, second by Mayor pro tern Trujillo to approve the minutes of August 12, 1975 as.written.(Revised). Roll Call Vote as follows: :AYES: Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: Andersen (excused) 4. PUBLIC HEARINGS: A. NIS GARVALIA (NEW-JACKSON) Curb, Gutter, & Driveway Approaches" Mayor Taylor stated that this is a continued public hearing and that anyone wishing to address the Council should stand and be sworn. City Clerk Davenport administered the Oath.. Mrs. Leyva - 7549 Garvalia - Rosemead , asked if a solution has been found to the fact that 5 parcels have access rights to the front of her home on Garvalia. Assistant City Manager Durham stated that he is obtaining additional information on 2 of the 5 lots. There being no objections, this hearing was continued to the next regular meeting. B. WIS JACKSON (MELROSE-GRAVES) Mayor Taylor stated that this is a continued public hearing and that anyone wishing to address the Council should stand and be sworn. City Clerk Davenport administered the Oath.. Henrietta Peterson - 2415 Jackson Ave. - Rosemead asked about notice. .Staff replied that original legal notice was mailed July 9, 1975, and that hearings have been continued. Page Two Council Minutes 8/26/75 Mike Scott of H. M. Scott and ASsociates - Engineers for this project pointed out on a wall.map the existing right-of-way on Jackson Ave. He.advised,Council that the slope area between Highcliff & Graves would be designed to keep it at a minimum.. It was consensus of the Council that the property owners on Jackson Ave. be contacted to determine if sidewalks are ever . considered,whether they would prefer them next to curb line or with a parkway... Mrs. Vandanaker - 2421 Jackson - Rosemead asked again if _her improvements are removed whether they will be replaced at City cost. Staff to check if the improvements at`2421 Jackson were put in. according to standards and with permit. There being no objections, this hearing was continued until the next regular meeting. C. CONSIDERATION.OF. PUBLIC HEARING RE; REVENUE SHARING There being no objections, the Public Hearing was set for September 30, 1975 at 7:30 p.m. in the Rosemead City Hall. D. SET PUBLIC HEARING FOR ZONE CHANGE 75-75. Public Hearing set for September 9, 1975. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 5. ORDINANCE 401.: ZONING AMENDMENTS TO THE MUNICIPAL CODE Attorney Dorsey read Ordinance 401 by title. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE AND AMENDING THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE, it was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman G. Taylor to waive further reading and Introduce Ordinance 401, deleting section 9120.7.. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES- Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo Z NOES: None 1 9f9~~s' ABSENT: NO= Pn~lexse„ CC~CUStA) 6. NEGATIVE DECLARATION - DISSOLUTION OF REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA 2. Planning Director Sonju presented this Negative Declaration. Councilman Cichy asked that the findings be read into the record. There were no objections.. FINDINGS OF ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS it has been determined that the abandonment of Project Area No. 2 will not have a significant adverse effect on the environment for the following reasons: 1. Specific development plans or policies for redevelopment for Project Area No. 2 have not been approved or adopted by the City Council. 2. Redevelopment has not occurred and land has not been acquired for Redevelopment within Project Area No. 2. Further there is no bonded indebtedness. Page Three Council Minutes 8/26/75 3. Citizen reaction to the creation of Project Area No. 2 has been negative and is a strong motivation for the abandonment of Project Area No. 2. Planning Director Sonju recommended that the Council find that the dissolution of Redevelopment Project Area 2 will not have an adverse effect on the environment and find the Negative Declaration prepared in compliance with CEQA, the Guidelines for CEQA and- Rosemead Resolution 75-28. It was moved by Councilman Cichy, second by.Mayor pro tem Trujillo to accept the foregoing recommendation approving the Negative Declaration. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: Andersen (excused) 7. ORDINANCE 402. DISSOLVING REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA NO. 2 Mayor Taylor requested that a letter from the Chamber of Commerce dated August 26, 1975 be read into the record. There were no objections Attorney Dorsey read the letter: August 26, 1975 City Council City of Rosemead 8838 E. Valley Boulevard Rosemead, California 91770 Dear Council Members: The Board of Directors of the Rosemead Chamber of Commerce, at their regular meeting of August 14, 1975, unanimously voted to request the Rosemead Ctiy Council to strongly consider delaying any action in dissolution of Project Area #2, and thereby salvage the funds payable to this City from the Rosemead Redevelopment Agency. Additionally, consideration might be given to the formation of parking facilities in Project Area #2. This would be a possible use of the funds for the benefit of the entire community. Our citizens would benefit through adequate parking for their shopping needs and the City's income would be expanded through increased sales tax revenue. Hopefully this or other alternatives will be considered seriously. Respectfully, Don W. Bailey President Council members expressed their thoughts on this dissolution. It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman G. Taylor to send a letter of commendation to State Senator Robbins for his efforts relative '.tq Senate Bill. 1291. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: Andersen (excused) Page Four Council Minutes 8/26/75 Attorney Dorsey read ordinance 402 by title. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD REPEALING.ORDINANCE NO. 384 ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD APPROVING AND ADOPTING A REDEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR PROJECT AREA NO. 2 IN THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, AS THE OFFICIAL REDEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR SUCH PROJECT` AREA", TERMINATING REDEVELOPMENT IN AND DISSOLVING SAID PROJECT AREA. It was moved by Mayor pro.tem Trujillo, second by Councilman Cichy' to waive further reading and adopt Ordinance 402. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Cichy, G. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: P. Taylor ABSENT: Andersen (excused) For continuity of subject matter the following voting was recorded here: Attorney Dorsey advised the Council that a motion to waive further reading must be unanimous. It was moved by Mayor pro:tem Trujillo, second by Councilman Cichy to waive further reading of ordinance 402. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: Andersen (excused) It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman Cichy to adopt Ordinance No. 402. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Cichy, G. Taylor, Trujillo. NOES: P. Taylor ABSENT: Andersen (excused) c NEW BUSINESS 8. ORDINANCE CLARIFYING PROVISIONS MODIFICATION COMMITTEE. There being no objections, this item was deferred to be included in Planning study of code changes. 9. RESOLUTION 75-51. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS Finance Director Fleischman read Resolution 75-51 by title. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $130,664.23 AND DEMANDS NOS. 19548-19630. It was consensus of Council to remove check no. 19570 in the amount of $3,191.73 until the expenditure.can be checked for reimbursement. New Total: $127,472.50 It was moved by Councilman Cichy, second by Mayor nro tem Trujillo to waive further reading and Adopt Resolution 75-51 as amended. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: Andersen (excused} Page Five Council Minutes 8/26/75 10. RESOLUTION 75-52. PROVIDING REVENUE SHARING TAX CREDIT/LIBRARY DIST. Attorney Dorsey read Resolution 75-52 by title. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD PROVIDING REVENUE SHARING CREDIT FOR COUNTY LIBRARY TAXES PAID BY CITY PROPERTY OWNERS BY ELIMINATING EXISTING TAX AND ESTABLISHING A TAX IN PLACE THEREOF. It was moved by Councilman Cichy, second by Mayor pro tem Trujillo to waive further reading and adopt Resolution 75-52. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Cichy, P. Tavlor, Trujillo NOES: G. Taylor ABSENT: Andersen (excused) For continuity of subject matter the following is recorded here: Attorney Dorsey advised the Council that the motion to waive further reading must be unanimous. It was moved by Councilman Cichy, second by Mayor pro tem Trujillo to waive further reading. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: Andersen (excused) It was moved by Councilman Cichy, second by Mayor pro tem Trujillo to adopt Resolution 75-52. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Cichy, P. Taylor- Trujillo NOES: G. Taylor ABSENT: Andersen (excused) 11. RESOLUTION 75-53. PROVIDING REVENUE SHARING TAX CREDIT/FIRE DISTRICT Attorney Dorsey read Resolution 75-53 by title. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD PROVIDING REVENUE SHARING CREDIT FOR COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION TAXES PAID BY CITY PROPERTY OWNERS BY ELIMINATING EXISTING TAX AND ESTABLISHING A TAX IN PLACE THEREOF. It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman Cichy to waive further reading and adopt Resolution 75-53. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Cichy, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: G. Taylor ABSENT: Andersen (excused) For continuity of subject matter the following is recorded here: Attorney Dorsey advised the Council that a motion to waive further reading must be unanimous. It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman Cichy to waive further reading of Resolution 75-53. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: Andersen (excused) Page Six Council Minutes 8/26/75 It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman Cichy to Adopt Resolution 75-53. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Cichy, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: G. Taylor ABSENT: Andersen (excused) 12. RESOLUTION 75-54. SETTING LIGHTING DISTRICT TAX Assistant City Manager Durham presented his memo dated August 26, 1975 relative to the maximum tax levy allowed. Attorney Dorsey read Resolution 75-54 by title. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD LEVYING A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT TAX WITHIN THE ROSEMEAD CITY LIGHTING DISTRICT. It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman G. Taylor to waive further reading and adopt Resolution 75-54. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: NOne ABSENT: Andersen (excused) Council discussed the present Lighting District Boundaries and the fact that Edison Company is not within the City Lighting District. The Meeting Recessed at 9:43 p.m. It reconvened at 10:00 p.m. 13. RESOLUTION 75-55. SETTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT TAX. Attorney Dorsey read Resolution 75-55 by title. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD# LEVYING A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT4AX WITHIN THE ROSEMEAD CITY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NUMBER ONE. It was moved by Councilman G. Taylor, second by Mayor pro tem Trujillo to waive further reading and adopt Resolution 75-55. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo IJOES: None ABSENT: Andersen (excused) 14. CLAIII AGAINST CITY - J. STAFFORD It was moved by Councilman G. Taylor, second by Mayor Taylor to deny this claim and refer to the City Attorney. The foregoing motion was withdrawn with consent of the second. It was moved by Councilman G. Taylor, second by Mayor P. Taylor to refer this claim to the Insurance Carrier. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: Andersen (excused) -Page Seven Council Minutes 8/26/75 15. CONSIDERATION OF MEMBER FOR ADVISORY COMMITTEE/PECK ROAD WATER PARK There being no objections, this item was deferred for publicity on the available position. 16. AUTHORIZATION TO OBTAIN BIDS FOR NEW TRIPLEX MOWER It was moved by Councilman G. Taylor, second by Councilman Cichy to authorize staff to obtain bids for the subject lawnmower. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: Andersen (excused) 17. AUTHORIZATION TO OBTAIN APPRAISAL/HISTORICAL PARK PROJECT Recreation & Park Director Burbank presented a memorandum dated 8/21/75 with a list of appraisers who had responded to inquiries for appraisal of the subject property, explaining that the State requires an up-to-date appraisal before funding. Council requested clarification relative to status of acquisition. Deferred to next regular meeting..NO objections.. 18. AWARD OF MONTHLY TREE CONTRACT Assistant City Manager Durham referred to bids received as follows for the month of September: Evans Tree Service $3,480 Johnson Tree Service 4,219 Callahan Tree Trimming 4,044 It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman G. Taylor to award the contract to the low bidder - Evans Tree Service - and authorize the Mayor to execute the contract. AYES: Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: Andersen (excused) 19. AUTHORIZATION TO GO TO BID - ANNUAL STREET IMPROVEMENT CONTRACT Assistant City Manager Durham presented his memo dated August 21, 1975 recommending that staff be authorized to prepare the necessary documents and go to bid for street improvement work at the earliest possible date. It was moved by Councilman G. Taylor, second by Hayor pro tem Trujillo to approve the foregoing recommendation. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: Andersen (excused) 20. HEARING OFFICER'S REPORT - CALIFORNIA WEST/DANCE & ENTERTAINMENT LICENSE Assistant City Manager Durham presented this report with recommended conditions. ' It was moved by Councilman G. Taylor, second by Mayor pro tem Trujillo to approve the Hearing Officer's Report and grant the licenses. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: Andersen (excused) Page Eight Council Minutes 8/26/75.:. COMMISSIONS/AGENCY/COMMITTEES 21. PLANNING COMMISSION: A. CONSIDERATION OF FURTHER AMENDMENTS TO THE MUNICIPAL CODE Planning Director Sonju presented her memo dated August 5, 1975 which included amendments to the Rosemead [Municipal Code's Zoning Ordinance suggested for Planning Commission study. Suggestions were made regarding Section 9121.23 (408 possibly'high) and 9185.0 (Standards for New Parks).. It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by.Councilman Cichy to refer these amendments to the Planning Commission. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: Andersen (excused) 22. TRAFFIC COMMISSION: Mr. George Brusher substituting for Traffic Engineer Envall.. A. WALNUT GROVE & EDISON DRIVE - SIGNAL MODIFICATION Traffic Engineer Brusher presented this report and recommendation of the Traffic Commission that a flashing sequence be instituted at the subject intersection from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. weekdays and total flashing on weekends. It was moved by Councilman G. Taylor, second by Mayor pro tem Trujillo to accept the foregoing recommendation. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: Andersen (excused) B. ROSEMEAD BLVD. & STEELE ST. - RED CURB Traffic Engineer Brusher presented this report and recommendation from the Traffic Commission to place 22 feet of red curb on the east side of Rosemead Blvd. between-the first.and second drive south of Steele Street; and 33 feet of red curb on the south side of Steele Street between Rosemead Blvd. and the first drive east and 10 feet on the east side of the first drive and west of the second drive and 5 feet east of the second drive. It was moved by Councilman G. Taylor, second by Mayor pro tem Trujillo to accept the foregoing recommendation. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: Andersen (excused) C. ALLEY NO. OF MISSION DR. (RIO HONDO-ARICA) - SPEEDING Traffic Engineer Brusher presented this report and recommendation of the Traffic Commission to place 15 MPH speed limit signs at Rio Hondo for westbound alley traffic and Arica Ave. for eastbound alley traffic. It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman Cichy to accept the foregoing recommendation. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: Andersen (excused) Page Nine Council Minutes 8/26/75 D. MUSCATEL AVE. - STRIPING Traffic Engineer Brusher presented the report and recommendation from the Traffic Commission that single skip center line striping be placed on Muscatel Ave. between the existing double stripe from Valley Blvd. to Mission Drive. It wasnDved by Councilman G. Taylor, second by Mayor pro tem. Trujillo to accept the foregoing recommendation. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: Andersen (excused) E. RUSH ST. - NO PARKING ON BRIDGE Traffic Engineer Brusher presented the report and recommendation from the Traffic Commission to place No Parking At Any Time signs on both sides of Rush Street from Walnut Grove Avenue to thebridge. It was moved by Councilman Cichy, second by Mayor P. Taylor to accept the foregoing recommendation. Roll Call vote as follows: AYES: Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: Andersen (excused) F. ADMINISTRATIVE MEMO: SAN GABRIEL BLVD. CROSSWALK REMOVAL Assistant City Manager Durham advised the Council that this item will be placed on the next regular meeting agenda. COMMUNICATIONS 23. WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE: A. MAYOR, MONTEREY CALIFORNIA/TAX REFORM LEGISLATION There being no objections this correspondence was received. B. I40NTEREY PARK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE/HEALTH FAIR (Sept. 27 & 28) It was suggested that publicity be given this health fair in the newsletter. C. L.A. COUNTY REXING PRESIDENT/SKAT-A-THON/PIUSCULAR DISTROPHY It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman Cichy to grant permission to this organization to go through the City of Rosemead for their Skate-A-Thon to be held August 31st. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: Andersen (excused) D. REQUEST FOR USE OF STRAIN POLES 1) CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 2) DON BOSCO TECHNICAL INSTITUTE Assistant City Manager presented his memo dated August 21, 1975 and letter of request from the Chamber of Commerce and Don Bosco Technical Institute for use of the strain poles..,-. Page Ten Council Minutes 8/26/75 He recommended that their requests be granted as follows: Chamber of Commerce: 3 locations from Oct. 6-20, 1975 1 location from Oct. 14-20, 1975 (Walnut Grove & Valley) Don Bosco: 1 location from September 26 - October 13, 1975 (Walnut Grove & Valley) It was moved by Mayor pro tem. Trujillo, second by Councilman G. Taylor to approve the foregoing requests. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: Andersen (excused) 24. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS: Councilman Cichy: 1) Discussion of City Hall Hours. Asked that the City take into consideration extending hours of service. Council asked that the City Manager work out a proposed schedule for this extended service and to take into consideration staff on duty during Council Meetings. Assistant City Manager: 1) Advised the Council that the Cal Poly Students interested in studying & reporting on Redevelopment asked to present their proposal on September 9th. City Clark: 1) Notice of Receipt of Statements of Support/Social Services Center City Clerk Davenport advised the Council that the subject statements had been received supporting Council Resolution 75-37. 2) Memo/Legal Ads & Agenda Format Sun Independent Newspaper to be used for Legal Ads. No Objections.. New Agenda Format: No Objections.. Mayor Pro Tem Trujillo: 1) Referred to a letter from the City of Carson urging opposition to Assembly Bills 2400 and 2404. It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman G. Taylor to pass a resolution supporting Assembly Bills 2400 and 2404. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Cichy, G. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: P. Taylor ABSENT: Andersen (excused) 2) Complaints are being received regarding the street sweeping. Staff to Check.. 3) Asked what benefit Auto Auction is to the City. Traffic problems presented.. Page Eleven 'Council Minutes 8%26%75 Councilman G. Taylor: 1) Receiving complaints re stray dogs... Possible saturation patrol by County Pound? rrlo{•~er<s Aoy 11i~.r~ 2) Boy Scout Troop 59LAhave offered to donate a flag for the Historical Park Project=(Dinsmoor House). 3) Asked complaint procedure.at City Hall. Suggested a daily log in addition to present.procedures. 4) Asked to receive Modern Service Quarterly report on delinquent bills. 5) Asked about amendment to the General Plan. Planning Director Sonju stated that she will present a schedule regarding required review and amendments. Councilman G. Taylor requested information regarding the County's Plan regarding Lower Azusa Road. City Treasurer Foutz: Bi-Centennial Chairman 1) Reported that there will be a Square Dance Festival Saturday, August 30th at 7:30 p.m. 2) Asked that the Council consider a combined 4th of July and City Anniversary Picnic next year. 3) Asked if he could supply any information regarding getting an appraisal for the Dinsmoor property. rwJOUfuvru;rr•r It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman G. Taylor and unanimously carried to adjourn. Meeting Adjourned at 11:13 p.m. CI Y LERK MAYOR OF THE CITY 11' iR SEHEAD