CC - 07-22-75MINUTES OF THE ROSE1,7EAD CITY COUNCIL
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
JULY 22, 1975
1. CALL TO ORDER - 8:00 p.m.
A~Regulat 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 at 8:00 p.m. by Mayor Paul S. Taylor.
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor pro tem Trujillo.
The Invocation was delivered by Reverend Tom Phillips of the Church
of Christ.
2. ROLL CALL:
Present: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
Absent: None
Ex officio: Burbank, Davenport, Durham, Envall, Fleischman,
Hannah, Sonju, Tripepi, Watson, Foutz
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: JULY 8, 1975 - REGULAR MEETING
It was moved by mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman G. Taylor
to approve the minutes of July 8, 1975 as printed.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: Andersen (due to absence at that meeting)
SPECIAL PRESENTATION
4. PRESENTATION OF RESOLUTION TO MRS. BILLAUER AND MUSCATEL STUDENTS
Attorney Watson read this resolution in full which commends
Mrs. Cecile Billauer and students in their joint effort in
constructing the American Eagle title mural perpetuated on the
outside of the Muscatel Junior High School Auditorium.
Beth Wyckoff introduced Mrs. Billauer and students Kam Halman,
Carol Couture, and Laurie Marona.
Pictures were taken...
PUBLIC HEARINGS: Authorization to Proceed - Street Improvements
Assistant City:Manager DurhaM stated that the proposed improvements
for Public Hearings 5.through 12 consist of installation of Curbs,
Gutters, and Driveway Approaches.
City Manager Tripepi added that Notices were mailed July 9, 1975
and posted July 14, 1975 on all projects.
City Manager Tripepi also indicated that street trees will be
planted throughout these projects.
Councilman G. Tavlor suggested that letters be mailed to each property
owner advising them that the option is there if they choose to have
sidewalks installed. There were no objections...
Mayor Taylor requested anyone wishing to address the Council for
Public Hearings 5 through 12 to please stand and be sworn.
City Clerk Davenport administered the Oath..
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5. NIS GARVALIA AVE. (NEW-JACKSON) Curb, Gutter, & Driveway Approach
The Public Hearing Opened at 8:22 p.m.
Denise Leyva - 7549 Garvalia - Rosemead ,
addressed the Council stating concern that 3 other property owners
should be sharing the cost of improvements at the subject address.
There being no objections, this public hearing was continued to
the next regular meeting...
6. NIS GARVALIA AVE. (JACKSON-DAROCA) Curbs, Gutters & Driveway Approach
The Public Hearing opened at 8:31 p.m. No one responded and it
closed immediately.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman G. Taylor'`.
to proceed with these improvements as funds are available.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen,.Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
7. S/S GARVALIA AVE. (NEW-STEVENS) Curb, Gutters, & Driveway Approach
The Public Hearing Opened at 8:33 p.m. No one responded and it
closed immediately.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Mavor pro tem Trujillo
to proceed with these improvements as funds are available.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
8. S/S GARVALIA AVE. (STEVENS-JACKSON) Curbs, Gutters, & Driveway Approach
The Public Hearing opened at 8:34 p.m. No one responded and it
closed immediately.
It was moved by Councilman G. Taylor, second by Councilman Andersen
to proceed with these improvements as funds are available.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
9. S/S GARVALIA AVE. (JACKSON-DAROCA)
The Public Hearing opened at 8:35 p.m. No one responded and
it closed immediately.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman G. Taylor'
to proceed with these improvements as funds are available.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None "
ABSENT: None
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10. E/S JACKSON AVE. (GARVALIA-GRAVES)
Curbs, Gutters, & Driveway Approach
The Public Hearing opened at 8:36 p.m.
1) Ruby Cohen - 2484 Jackson - Rosemead, addressed the Council
regarding starting date of the project and date of assessment.
2) Courtney Morrison - 2424 Jackson - Rosemead, addressed the
Council regarding sidewalks not beine compulsory and a tree
that he would like removed.
City Manager Tripepi explained the policy for removing trees is
for municipal purposes. Staff to check tree for Mr. Morrison at
2424 Jackson.
The Public Hearing Closed at 8:45 p.m.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Mayor pro tem Trujillo
to proceed with improvements as funds are available.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
11. W/S JACKSON AVE. (MELROSE-GRAVES) Curb, Gutter, & Driveway Approach
The Public Hearing opened at 8:47 p.m.
Darlene Vandanaker - 2421 Jackson - Rosemead, addressed the Counc}1
asking if improvements are in will the property owner be billed for,
new improvements. i
City Manager Tripepi explained that the policy has been if improvements
have been put in according to code and under permit, they are replaq'd
at no cost to the property owner.
Mayor.Taylor asked if there were any objections to this policy.
There Were None...
There being no objections, this hearing was continued to the next
regular meeting.
12. W/S JACKSON AVE. (GARVALIA-MELROSE)
The Public Hearing opened at 8:55 p.m. No one responded and it
closed immediately.
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman Andersen
to proceed with these improvements as funds are available.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor) Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
13. APPROVAL OF NEGATIVE DECLARATION: GARVALIA & JACKSON ASSESSMENT DIET.
Planning Director Sonju presented this negative.declaration.
City Manager Tripepi stated that sidewalks could not be installed
on Jackson Avenue without acquisition of right-of-way.
Mr. Juan Nunez - 2704 Del Mar Ave. - Rosemead , addressed the
Council regarding future street widening.
Tree replacement and driveway approach was discussed.
Mike Scott of H.M. Scott & Associates addressed the Council regarding
the Plans prepared by his office.
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Courtney Morrison - 2424 Jackson Ave. - Rosemead, addressed the
Council regarding property line on Jackson Ave.
Ruby Cohen - 2484 Jackson - Rosemead, addressed the Council
stating that she is interested in having sidewalks installed on
her property.
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman Andersen
to approve'the Negative.Declaration dated June 27, 1975 entitled:
Negative Declaration - Garvalia-Jackson Avenue Assessment District.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
NEW BUSINESS
Due to lateness of the hour the following agenda items were taken
out-of-order...
19. HEARING OFFICER'S REPORT - ZACATECAS CLUB/BILLIARDS LICENSE
City Manager Tripepi presented the Hearing Officer's Report dated
July 17, 1975. He explained that it had been presented in Spanish.
Two conditions were added as follows:
1) Waitresses shall wear skirts and blouses.
2) No topless or bottomless shall be allowed.
Assistant City Manager Durham explained these added conditions
to the Applicant, Arturo Carlos Ruiz in Spanish. There were no
objections.
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman Andersen
to approve the billiards License for the Zacatecas Club.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The Meeting was Recessed at 9:25 p.m. It Reconvened at 9:40 p.m.
Discussion followed regarding the driveway approaches and whether
they will protrude onto private property. (Garvalia & Jackson)
Council asked that a plan be prepared for the next meeting showing
driveway approaches on both Garvalia & Jackson street improvements..
14. ADOPTION OF BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 1975-1976
City Manager Tripepi referred to his Budget Message and Placard
showing distribution of City Funds in the Budget.
Mayor Taylor informed the audience that there would be No City
Property Tax for this fiscal Year and City Manager Tripepi advised
that the Sewer Maintenance Tax would again be paid from the City
General Fund.
The Chamber of Commerce budget section was discussed..
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman Andersen
to adopt the City Budget for Fiscal Year 1975-1976.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
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Council commended Staff for preparation of the budget..
15. RESOLUTION 75-49. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS
City Treasurer Foutz presented Resolution 75-49 by title.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING
CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $221,774.73 AND DEMANDS
NOS. 19298-19396.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Mayor pro tem. Trujillo
to waive further reading and adopt Resolution 75-49.
Roll Call vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
16. ORDINANCE 401. AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE & MUNICIPAL CODE
Attorney Watson presented 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 Andersen
to waive further reading and intrdduce-.@rdiaanoe.401.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: G. Taylor
ABSENT: None
Attorney Watson advised the Council that the motion to waive further`.
reading must be passed unanimously, invalidating the foregoing motion.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Mayor pro tem Trujillo
to waive further reading.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman Andersen
to Introduce Ordinance 401.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: G. Taylor
ABSENT: None
17. CONSIDERATION OF FURTHER AMENDMENTS TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE.
Planning Director Sonju presented these amendments dated July 17, 1975.
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman Cichy
to defer consideration of this item to the next regular agenda.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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18. AWARD OF CONTRACTS.
ROSEMEAD COMMUNITY CENTER & LANDSCAPING
Director of Recreation & Parks Burbank presented the results of
the bid openings for the Rosemead Community Center and the
Landscaping of the Rosemead Community Center as follows:
COMMUNITY CENTER
LANDSCAPING
Masterson Construction
$430,338
Duke's Landscaping
$20,765
August Construction
460,600
Doremus Paving Co.
22,222
Fryer Construction
461,390
Aldo's Landscaping
22,748
Mountjoy Construction
478,366
Thomson Landscaping
23,400
It was moved by Councilman G. Taylor, second by Mayor pro tem Trujillo
to accept the low bids from Masterson Construction for the Rosemead
Community Center and Duke's Landscaping for the Landscaping of the
Rosemead Community Center and to authorize the Mayor to execute the
contracts.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
19. SEE ABOVE
20. AWARD OF MONTHLY TREE PROGRAM.
Director Burbank presented the results of bids for parkway tree
service for the month of June, 1975 as follows:
San Gabriel Valley Tree Service $2,170
Evans Tree Service 3,000
Johnson Tree Service 3,317
It was moved by Councilman G. Taylor, second by Mayor pro tem Trujillo
to accept the bid of San Gabriel Valley Tree Service and issue the
purchase order in the amount of $2,170.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
21. CONSIDERATIO14 OF ATTENDANCE/ANNUAL LEAGUE MEETING
City Manager Tripepi presented his recommendation dated July 3, 1975
for attendance at the Annual Conference of the League of California.
Cities to be held in San Francisco from October 19 to October 22, 1975.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Cichy to
approve the recommendation and authorize attendance.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, P. Tavlor
NOES: G. Taylor, Trujillo
ABSENT: None
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22. CONSIDERATION OF ATTENDANCE/INTERNATIONAL CITY MANAGER'S CONFERENCE
City Manager Tripepi presented his request to attend the International
City Management Association Conference to be held in Seattle from
September 28 to October 2, 1975.
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, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: G. Taylor
ABSENT: None
23. CONSIDERATION OF POLICY REGARDING COPY COSTS FOR PUBLIC DOCUMENTS
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman G. Taylor
that photo copy costs to citizens be revised to 100 per page (copy):
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
COMMISSIONS/AGENCY/COMMITTEES
24. CONSIDERATION OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR PROJECT AREA NO. 2
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman G. Taylor
to set a Public Hearing regarding Project Area No. 2 for August 12, 975.
The foregoing motion was withdrawn with consent of the second.
It was moved by Mayor pro'tem Trujillo, second by Councilman G. Taylor
to set a Public Hearing on Project Area #2 (Redevelopment) to consider
disolving the project area and to send notice of the meeting to all`:
property owners in the project area as a supplement to posting and
publication.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Cichy, G. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: Andersen, P. Taylor
ABSENT: None
25. CONSIDERATION OF BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE.
Planning Director Sonju presented a memo dated July 8, 1975 from
Chairman of the Planning Commission recommending adoption of
guidelines for a Beautification committee and establishment of sane.
It was moved by Councilman Cichy, second by Mayor pro tem Trujillo
to defer action on establishment of a Beautification Committee for
90 days.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Cichy, G. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: Andersen, P. Taylor
ABSENT: None
ITEM 28 TAKEN AT THIS POINT DUE TO LATENESS OF THE HOUR..
28. TRAFFIC COMMISSION:-
A. SAN GABRIEL BLVD. BETWEEN HELLMAN AVE. & RUSH/CROSSWALK REMOVAL
Traffic Engineer Envall presented the recommendation of the Traffic
Commission .
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Council requested the report/study referred to by Traffic Engineer
Envall regarding marked crosswalks and safety thereof.
There being no objections, this item was deferred..
B. GERNERT AVE. & RALPH ST./ADDITIONAL REGULATIONS
Traffic Engineer Envall presented the recommendation of the Traffic
Commission to place advisory speed signs (20MPH) under the existing
curve signs at approaches to the curve section at Gernert Ave. and
Ralph Street.
It'.was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman Cichy
to approve the foregoing recommendation.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
C. WALNUT GROVE AVE. & ALLEY/BOULEVARD STOPS OR CLOSURE
Traffic Engineer Envall presented the recommendation of the Traffic
Commission to provide boulevard stops at 3 locations on the east-west
alley as follows:
1) east approach to Walnut Grove Avenue
2) west approach to Walnut Grove Avenue
3) east approach to north-south alley west of Walnut Grove Avenue
at the approach side of the alley.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman G. Taylor
to approve the foregoing recommendation.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
D. LETTER FROM MR. DE COKER - LANDISVIEW LANE
Councilman Cichy referred to-this letter regarding difficulty of
access from Landisview Lane onto San Gabriel Boulevard especially
during the hours the Edison Company employees leave work.
Traffic Engineer Envall will obtain a copy of the letter and talk
with Mr. DeCoker.
The Meeting Recessed to Executive Session at 11:08 p.m.
The Meeting Reconvened at 12:22 g.m.
26. APPOINTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES COMMISSION
Mayor Taylor made the following appointments to the Newly Formed
Human Resources Commission:
Andres Hernandez - 3314 Evelyn - Rosemead
Robert Blakely - 8308 E. Dorothy - Rosemead
Holly Knapp - 8367 E. Whitmore - Rosemead
Eleanor Rivas - 2516 Falling Leaf Ave. - Rosemead
Isabel Brownell - 8938 E. Guess St. - Rosemead
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman Cichy
to ratify the foregoing appointments pending acceptance.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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27. APPOINTMENT OF TRAFFIC COM14ISSIONER (LOUIS TURY TERM EXPIRED)
Mayor Taylor made the following appointment
to the Rosemead Traffic Commission:
Eldon Beezley - 8527 Marshall - Rosemead
It was moved by Councilman Cichy, second by Councilman G. Taylor
to ratify the appointment of Eldon Beezley.
Roll Call Vote as fqllows:
AYES: Ciehy;..G. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: Andersen, P. Taylor
ABSENT: None
COD4MUNICATIONS
29. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: None
ORAL C014MUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
1) Mr. R.O. Ritchie - 9355 Glendon Way - Rosemead
addressed the Council regarding a Planning Commission decision
to continue the public hearing on Zone Change No. 75.
30. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS:
Mayor pro tem Trujillo:
1) Asked that the next Council Agenda have consideration of a
Public Hearing regarding Revenue Sharing Funds.
There being no further business to come before the Council;
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman Andersen
to adjourn to a breakfast meeting on Friday, August 8, 1975 at the
T & J Restaurant at 7:45 a.m. Unanimously Carried...
Meeting Adjourned at 12:37 a.m. (7/23/75)
CITY CLERK T R OF THE CITY60.P-51MSEMEAD