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MINUTES OF THE ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
MAY 27, 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 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 Jack Preston of the Rosemead
Community Methodist Church.
2. ROLL CALL:
Present: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: MAY 13, 1975 - REGULAR MEETING
The minutes were corrected on page two, Roll Call Vote to record
a NOE Vote by Councilman Cichy...
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Mayor pro tem Trujillo
to approve the minutes as corrected.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
UNFINISHED BUSINESS (Deferred from May 13th Meeting)
4. COMMUNICATION: ROSEMEAD WOMEN'S CLUB RE: FLYING OF BICENTENNIAL FLAG
City Manager Tripepi read the Proclamation from the Women's Club
which request flying of the Bennington Flag.
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman Andersen
to fly the Bennington Flag as requested - especially if a Service Club
would be willing to supply a flag pole.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
5. ORAL COMMUNICATION: MR. LOREN RIGHTMEIER
Loren Rightmeier - 8724 Valley Blvd. - Rosemead addressed the Council,
referring them to an article by James W. Pinkerton Jr., Mayor of Lodi
6. AUTHORIZATION TO PROCEED - CLEAN-UP OF 3421 LAFAYETTE AVE.
City Manager Tripepi presented a letter from the City Building official
which requests that he be authorized to proceed, under ordinance
provisions, to have the property cleanup and upon completion of work
to collect the actual costs therefor.
IJr. A.C. Maxfield - 3421 LaFayette - Rosemead, addressed the Council
stating that clean-up has started and requested a 30 day extension
for completion.
Mr. I•ling Siu and Mr. Dan Johnson from the District Building and
Safety office were in the audience and answered questions from the
Council. Photos taken today (May 27th) were presented to the Coucnil.
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It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman Andersen
to grant a two-week extension to the property owner for clean-up of
this property and if satisfactory progress has been made an additional
two-week extension will be granted.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Cichy
ABSENT: None
7. CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST BY GARVALIA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
Reverend Howard Rhodes of the Garvalia Presbyterian Church addressed
the Council, presenting this request for Revenue Sharing money.
The question arose as to legality of a municipality putting money
into a religious program, and, if in fact, religion will enter into
the program.
Attorney Watson stated that he will research the matter and report
back.
It was moved by Councilman Cichy, second by Councilman G. Taylor to
consider the proposal by the Garvalia Presbyterian Church at the budget
session with regard to the present finances in conjunction with other
proposals of like manner.
(Motion Failed)
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Cichy, G. Taylor
NOES: Andersen, P.,Taylor, Trujillo
ABSENT: None
It was moved by Councilman Cichy, second by Councilman G. Taylor to
reconsider this matter after budget session.
A Substitute Motion was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by
Councilman Andersen to defer action on this proposal until we get
the City Attorney's opinion on the legal aspect of Church & State.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: P. Taylor
ABSENT: None
8. CONSIDERATION OF ESTABLISHMENT OF A BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE
City Manager Tripepi read a memo dated May 8, 1975 from the Chairman
of the Planning Commission (Don DeTora) which.proposes a Beautification
Committee for the City.
Alice Ferl, Planning Commissioner addressed the Council regarding
the previous Beautification Committee (she was a member).
It was the consensus of the Council that they would like further
proposed guidelines for this proposed committe...
The Meeting recessed at 9:35 p.m. It. reconvened at 9:47 p.m.
9. ORDINANCE 398. ESTABLISHING A HUMAN RESOURCES COMMISSION.
Attorney Watson presented Ordinance 398 by`.title.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ESTABLISHING A HUMAN RESOURCES
COMMISSION AND AMENDING THE 14UNICIPAL CODE.
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It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman Andersen
to waive further reading and introduce Ordinance No. 398.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
10. ORDINANCE NO. 399. AMENDING 2903B OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE (PERSONNEL).
Attorney Watson presented Ordinance 399 by title.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD REQUIRING
COUNCIL AP?ROVAL OF THE APPOINTMENT OF CERTAIN CITY EMPLOYEES AND
AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by.Mayor Paul Taylor to
waive further reading and Introduce Ordinance No. 399 with the change
to Section 1 B to read that any employment of a department head shall
be subject to the approval of the City Council.
Roll Call vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor
NOES: Trujillo
ABSENT: None
11. ORDINANCE APPROVING CO ZONE. ZONE CHANGE NO. 70
It was moved by Councilman G. Taylor, second by Mayor pro tem Trujillo
to dffer this Ordinance until after the next Planning Commission Meetinc
where the D Overlay will be considered.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
12. RESOLUTION 75- APPROVING NEGATIVE DECLARATION. ZONE CHANGE 70.
Deferred until Zone Change Ordinance is Considered. No Objections...
NEW BUSINESS
13. RESOLUTION 75-38. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS
City Treasurer Foutz presented Resolution 75-38 by title.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING
CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $59,550.21 AND DEMANDS
NOS. 13975-19059.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Mayor pro tem Trujillo
to waive further reading and adopt Resolution 75-38.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
14. DISCUSSION O SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY AT 2736 STRATHMORE AVE.
City Manager Tripepi presented a memo dated May 23, 1975 which states
that in order for utilities to be turned on, building permits for
corrections to the subject property must be obtained.
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Rose Bradley - 7914 Garvey Ave. - Rosemead who is the owenr.of the
property at 2736 Strathmore, addressed the Council requesting that
water and power be turned on.
It was moved by Councilman G. Taylor, second by Councilman Cichy that
the water a::d electricity be turned on at 2736 Strathmore and that
rehabilitation progress be reviewed in three months to determine
continuance of the utilities; and that a notarized statement be
signed by the property owner stating that the property will not be
occupied.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor
NOES: Trujillo
ABSENT: None
15. CONSIDERATION Or PROPOSAL BY OPERATION YOUTH EDUCATIONAL SERVICES.
Councilman G. Taylor requested a copy of the original proposal by
this Organization for Revenue Sharing money.
Deferred until after Budget Study Session and original document
obtained... No Objections..
16. DISCUSSION 01' COMPREHENSIVE EMPLOYEMNT TRAINING ACT.
City Manager Tri.pepi presented a memo dated May 20, 1975 from the
Administrative Assistant, Ralph Levy which explains the CETA Program
and c, 'rrent discussions for City Consortiums utilizing joint powers
agreements.
Council Discussion followed - Memo Received...
UUR TO THE LAT'INFSS OF THE HOUR, AGENDA ITEMS WERE TAKEN OUT-OF-PLACE
25. TRAFFIC COPLLiISSION:
A. MARSHALL & WALNUT GROVE - REMOVAL OF PARKING STALL
Traffic Engineer Envall presented this recommendation from the
Traffic Commission to remove a 20 foot parking stall and replace
with red curb from northbound Walnut Grove Avenue to eastbound
Marshall Street.
It was moved by Councilman G. Taylor, second by Councilman Andersen
to approve the foregoing recommendation.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
B. RUSH ST. EAST OF SAN GABRIEL BLVD. - CROSSWALK RELOCATION
Traffic Engineer Envall presented this recommendation from the
Traffic Conmissi.on to remove the yellow school crosswalk across
Rush St. at the i-rest line of Delta St. and to relocate it across
rush St. at the east line of Angelus Avenue - and to place advance
pavement markings--SLOW,SCHOOL X-ING.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by mayor pro tem Trujillo
to approve the foregoing recommendation.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, ^ichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: Prone
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C. DOROTHY ST. - PASSENGER LOADING ZONE
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Traffic Engineer Envall presented the recommendation of the Traffic
Commission to place a 40 foot white passenger loading zone marking
on the south side of Dorothy Street commencing 10 feet east of the
first alley east of Del Mar Avenue to a point 50 feet east of said
alley. (adjacent to Kindergarten class of Duff Elementary School)..
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman Andersen
to approve the foregoing recommendation.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
D. CHARLOTTE AVE. - RED CURB
Traffic Engineer Envall presented a recommendation from the Traffic
Commission to place an additional 33 feet of red curb commencing
42 feet south of Garvey Avenue to a point 75 feet south of said
curb line on Charlotte Avenue.
It was moved by Councilman G. Taylor, second by Councilman Andersen
to approve the foregoing recommendation.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor,. Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
CONSIDERATION OF LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICE AGREEMENTS.
City Manager Tripepi presented these new agreements for General
and Regional Law Enforcement Services.
Lieutenant Dick Wallace and Lieutenant Larry Jenks of the Sheriff's
Department were in the audience for questions...
After discussion;
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman G. Taylor
that these agreements be deferred to a study session at budget time.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
17. APPROVAL OF FIREWORKS APPLICATIONS AND WAIVER OF BUILDING PERMIT FEES.
Assistant City Manager Durham presented a meto dated may 23, 1975
with the list of applicants for fireworks stands for 1975.
American Legion Post 508
Rosemead Host Lion's Club
Rsmd. Sister City Youth Exc.
Rosemead Youth Assn.
Rosemead Jay Cees
Boy Scout Troop 592
Boy Scout Troop 594
Boy Scout Troop 591
Dixie Bells
Rosemead Rebels
Don Bosco Tech Boosters
Boy Scout Troop 311
S/W Corner Walnut Grove & Garvey
8599 Valley Blvd.
9403 Valley Blvd.
Alpha Beta Parking Lot
7822 Garvey Ave.
San Gabriel & Rush St.
Thrifty Drug-Rosemead Square
8450 Garvey Ave.
8235 E. Garvey Ave.
7619 Garvey Ave.
1151 San Gabriel Blvd.
S/W Corner,Garvey & Burton
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It was moved by Councilman G. Taylor, second by Mayor pro tem Trujillo
to approve the foregoing applicants and waive permit fees.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
18. AWARD OF 1975 SLURRY SEAL CONTRACT
Assistant City Manager Durham presented the Council memo dated
May 22, 1975 which advised the Council of the following bids received
for the 1975 Contract for Slurry Seal of Paved Streets:
Chamber-Mix Concrete, Inc ...............$18,541.60
Ted R. Jenkins... ...............$19,633.60
Anderson Bros. Engineering, Inc......... $19,728.80
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman G. Taylor
to accept the low bid from Chamber-Mix Concrete, Inc. and authorize
the Mayor to execute the contract.
Roll Call vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
19. AMENDMENT OF DUKE'S LANDSCAPE SERVICE AGREEMENT.
City Manager Tripepi presented the Amendment to Agreement with Duke's.
Council asked for a comparison of services now received and proposed
by this amendment and asked how many labor hours are involved...
Deferred to Next Meeting ...No Objections...
20. SEE ABOVE
21. CONSIDERATION OF ANIMAL CONTROL SERVICE AGREEMENT
Deferred---NO Objections
22. APPROVAL OF GRATER SYSTEM - PARCEL MPA NO. 4029
City Manager Tripepi presented the letter from the City Engineer dated
May 14, 1975 which recommends: That Council
1) Find that all work-has been completed as required by the
Subdivision Water System Agreement, Form CE A-2 for Parcel
Map No. 4029.
2) Release the Subdivision Water System Agreement Form CE A-2,
between the City of Rosemead and the sub-divider for Parcel
Map No. 4029 listed herein.
3) Retain the Labor and Materials Bond, until full compliance with
all legal requirements have been established.
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman Andersen
to approve the recommendation of the City Engineer.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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23. APPROVAL OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS - FLOOD CONTROL PROJECT 6850
City Manager Tripepi presented his memo dated May 23, 1975 and letter
from the Flood Control District requesting that plans and specification,
for Flood Control Project 6850 - Unit 2 - be approved and authorization
be given for the District to proceed with the construction of toe
project.
It was moved by Mayor projtem Trujillo, second by Councilman Andersen
to approve the foregoing recommendation.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G.
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
COMMISSIONS
24. PLANNING COMMISSION:
A. SET PUBLIC HEARINGS FOR JUNE 10, 1975
1) Zone Change 70A (D Overlay on CO Zone)
2) Modification of Development Plan - Tentative Tract 32079
Hearings Set as Requested... No Objections...
B. APPROVAL OF PARCEL MAP 5518 (plot plan 574)
Attorney Watson presented Resolution 75-39 by title.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD APPROVING
FINAL PARCEL MAP NO. 5518.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman G. Taylor
to waive further reading and adopt Resolution 75-39.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
C. CONSIDERATION OF
TO ZONING ORDINANCE
Planning Director Sonju presented a memo from the Chairman of the
Planning Commission requesting that the City Council direct the
Planning Commission to study suggested amendments to the Zoning
Ordinance of the City of Rosemead and make a recommendation to the
City Council.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Mayor pro tem Trujillo
to approve the foregoing request.
Roll Call vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G.
NOES None
ABSENT: None
Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
25. SEE ABOVE
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CO[MUNICATIONS
26. WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE:
A. SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION'OF GOVERNMENTS.
Council discussion reiterated the opposition to a mandate for
local agency participation in SCAG.
No Action Taken - Received
B. CITY OF LA MIRAD2: - AB 1998 Received for Filing..
C. 14ANHATTAN BEACH - RESOLUTION 3331
Council expressed their wish to adopt a similar Resolution.
City Attorney Watson presented Resolution 75-40 by title.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
REQUESTING THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT OF THE UNITED STATES TO MODIFY
THE HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ACT OF 1974 TO ALLOCATE BLOCK
GRANT FUNDS FOR CITir;S WITH A POPULATION OF 50,000 OR LESS.
It was moved by Mayor pro tem Trujillo, second by Councilman Andersen
to waive further reading and adopt Resolution 75-40.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Cichy, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
D. MOLLIE BENNETT Received
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS:
1) Rudy Aguilar - 3310 Angelus - Rosemead 6 Richard Diaz of Bienvenido
. Community Center.
Mr. Aguilar and ►-r. Diaz requested that the City pay.for off-duty
Sheriff's Deputies required for a fund-raising dance for
camperships ($108.00).
A written request r4as requested for the June 10, 1975 Council Meeting.
2) Tom Golden - 7221 E. Teresa - So. San Gabriel
Addressed the Council with regard to the Sphere of Influence
and Citizens Petition to Monterey Park for Annexation.
City Manager Tripepi advised the Council that study sessions are
:planned with the cities of Monterey Park and Montebello regarding
the Sphere of Influence
3) Robert Ritchie - 9355 Glendon Way - Rosemead
Addressed the Council commending the City for the Tree Planting
Program.
4) Richard Diaz - 2403 San Gabriel Blvd. - Rosemead
Addressed the'Council regarding•.efforts to relocate the Bienvenidos
Community Center and advised the Council that the Center is
planning on portable offices to be located in the southern part
of the City.
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MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS:
1) Councilman Gary Taylor:
Requested information regarding the monthly financial statements..
ADJOURNMENT
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Mayor pro tem Trujillo
to adjourn this meeting in memory of Mr. Harry Buchanan and that,a
letter be forwarded to his family. Unanimously Carried...
Meeting Adjourned at 12:25 a.m. (5/28/75)
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