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CC - 03-25-75n MINUTES OF THE ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA MARCH 25, 1975 1. CALL TO ORDER A regular meeting of the Rosemead City Council was held in the Council Chambers of the Rosemead City Hall and called to order at 8:00 p.m. by Mayor Paul S. Taylor The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Gary Taylor The Invocation was delivered by Reverend Robert Anderson of the Hellman Avenue Baptist Church 2. ROLL CALL Present: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo Absent: None Ex.officio: Brown, Davenport, Durham, Foutz, Sonju, Tripepi 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES. MARCH 11, 1975 - REGULAR MEETING MARCH 18, 1975 - ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilwoman Trujillo that the minutes of March 11, 1975 and March 18, 1975 be approved as printed. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: None PUBLIC HEARING k. RFSOLUTION N0. 75-21. APPROVING CHAWZZ IN THF, DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR THE CALIFORWA CHRISTIAN HOME. Planning Director Sonju presented the factual data on this request. Mayor Taylor requested anyone wishing. to address the Council at this public hearing to please stand and be sworn. City Clerk Davenport administered the oath. The hearing opened at 8:07 p.m. Mr. Claude L. Senefeld, Architect for the California Christian Home stated that he was available for any questions. The hearing closed at 8:09 p.m. Attorney Brown presented Resolution 75-21 by title. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD APPROVING CHANGES IN THE DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR THE CALIFORNIA CHRISTIAN HOME AND AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD. It was moved by Councilwoman Trujillo, second by Councilman Andersen to waive further reading and adopt Resolution 75-21. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Andersen, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: G. Taylor Attorney Brown advised the Council that the vote to waive further'' reading must be unanimous. Page Two Council Minutes March 25, 1975 0 It was moved by Councilwoman Trujillo, second by Councilman Andersen to waive further reading of Resolution 75-21. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: None It was moved by Councilwoman Trujillo, second by Councilman Andersen to adopt Resolution 75-21. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Andersen, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSTAIN: G. Taylor ABSENT: None Councilman G. Taylor asked that the record show that he abstained due to the fact he is an employee for the General Contractor for the building project. PERSONNEL SESSION The Meeting was Recessed at 8:10 p.m. to a Personnel Session. The Meeting reconvened at 8:53 P.m. 5. COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS: B. RESOLUTION 75-22. APPOINTMENT OF MEMBER AS ALTERNATE DIRECTOR TO COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICT OP LOS ANGELES COUNTY. Mayor Taylor stated that he would like to appoint Councilman Andersen as Alternate Member. Attorney Brown presented Resolution 75-22 by title. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA APPOINTING A MEMBER OF SAID COUNCIL TO ACT AS AN ALTERNATE DIRECTOR OF THE COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICT OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY. It was moved by Councilwoman Trujillo, second by Councilman 0. Taylor to waive further reading and adopt Resolution 75-22. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: 0. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSTAIN: Andersen ABSENT: None Attorney Brown advised the Council that a unanimous vote is required to waive further reading. It was moved by Councilwoman Trujillo, second byCouncilman G. Taylor to waive further reading. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: None • Page Three Council Minutes March 25, 1975 0 It was moved by Councilwoman Trujillo, second by Councilman G. Taylor to adopt Resolution 75-22. Roll Call Vote-as follows: AYES: G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSTAIN: Andersen ABSENT: None C. RESOLUTION 75-23. APPOINTMENT OF REPRESENTATIVE AND ALTERNATE TO LOS ANGELES REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION STUDY COORDINATISG COMMITTEE (LARTS) Mayor P. Taylor stated that he would like to appoint Councilwoman Trujillo as Representative and Councilman G. Taylor as Alternate. Attorney Brown presented Resolution 75-23 by title. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD APPOINTING A REPRESENTATIVE AND ALTERNATE TO THE LOS ANGELES REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION STUDY COORDINATING COMMITTEE (LARTS) It was moved by Councilman. Andersen, second by Mayor P. Taylor to waive further reading.. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Andersen, P. Taylor, G. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: None It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Mayor P. Taylor to adopt Resolution 75-23. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Andersen, 0. Taylor, P. Taylor NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: Trujillo A. APPOINTMENT OF DELEGATES TO COMMITTEES: Mayor P. Taylor made the following appointments for the fiscal year 1975-76: League of Calif. Cities:...... P. Taylor and G. Taylor Contract Cities Assn Andersen and Trujillo Library Board" G. Taylor and Trujillo West San Gabriel-Valley Planning Council ...............G. Taylor and Andersen City S61ection Comm.(RTD)...... P. Taylor So. Calif. Assn. of Govts...... Trujillo and 0. Taylor Upper San Gab. Valley Water P. Taylor and Andersen W. San Gabriel Valley Juvenile Diversion Project ..............P. Taylor and Trujillo EDC #1 .........................Andersen and G. Taylor EDC #2 .........................Trujillo and P. Taylor It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman 0. Taylor to ratify the foregoing appointments. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: None Page Four Council Minutes March 25, 1975 APPOINTMENT OF EDC COMMITTEES FOR 1975176 L] Mayor Taylor stated that he would like to appoint the following persons to Economic Development Committee No. 1: Councilman Andersen and Councilman G. Taylor... Stuart H. Maude Burl Blue Linn Magoffin Don Bailey Dale Pittenger Paul Schymos Dick Stlrens Helen Hasabales Arthur Miller William Newell Harold Henry Berk Kellogg Norman Tahajian Frank DiNoto Barney Tindall Elmer Curry Max Beach Rosemead School Board Chairman Mayor Taylor stated that he would like to appoint the following persons to Economic Development Committee No. 2: Councilwoman Trujillo and Mayor P. Taylor... Barney Tindall Herbert Hunter Henry Winkler Phillip Berumen Dale Pittenger Robert Laidlaw Sam Spillers, Sr. Robert Palmini Harold Henry Tony Cappuccio Bill Hydinger Bill Davila Grady Whiddon Bank of America Representative Edward Markey Edison Representative Richard Diaz San Gabriel Valley Water Representative Evelyn Diaz Telephone Co. Representative Horace Yount Beach's Market Representative Bill Sparks It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilwoman Trujillo to ratify the foregoing appointments. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: None APPOINTMENTS TO THE BICENTENNIAL COMMITTEE FOR 1975-76 Mayor Taylor stated that he would like to make the following appointments to the Bicentennial Committee: Mr. & Mrs. Hugh Foutz, Chairman Willietta Kunz Isabel Putnam Florence Berg Mr. & Mrs. Glen Reeder Alice Ferl Norman Morgan R. Lyle Zerbel Mr. & Mrs. Noah Kang Mr. & Mrs. Robert Frame Mr. & Mrs. Harold Nichols Ray Gaynor Burl Blue Henry Winkler Mildred Janson Liz Mata Phil Berumen, Jr. P.T.A. Presidents Service Club Presidents Minister's Fellowship President District Commissioners of the Boy Scouts Captain Eugene L. Vickery Edison Co. Representative Member of E1 Monte Cemetary Assoc. Rosemead American Legion Representative So. Calif. Gas Co. Representative Herbert R. Hunter Mr. & Mrs. Orville Hill Opal Davis Leona Morgan Mr. & Mrs. Ray Galceran It was moved by Councilwoman Trujillo, second by Councilman Andersen to ratify the foregoing appointments. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: None Page Five Council Minutes March 25, 1975 UNFINISHED BUSINESS 6. STAFF REPORT - LA VICTORIA CONSTRUCTION 0 Administrative Assistant Levy reported that construction is proceeding with a completion date of the 3rd or 4th week in April. 7. CONSIDERATION OF ATTENDANCE AT ANNUAL CONTRACT CITIES SEMINAR City Manager Tripepi presented his memo dated March 7, 1975 with recommendations for attendance and his memo dated March 18, 1975 reporting on amount expended at the last Contract Cities Seminar. Mr. Tripepi reported that the Planning Commissioners had expressed their desire to forgo this seminar and request permission to attend instead a planning seminar held by the League of California Cities in July. Planning Commission Chairman DeTora addressed the Council and confirmed the foregoing statement. It was moved by Councilman Andersen,,_second by Councilwoman Trujillo to authorize the following to attend this years, Contract Cities Seminar: Mayor and City Council City Manager City Clerk Planning.Director Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: None For continuity of subject matter the following is recorded here... It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilwoman Trujillo to contribute $50.00 toward attendance by George Envall, the Traffic Engineer, at the Contract Cities Seminar and to approve attendance by the Assistant City Manager from Friday night - Also to approve use by the City Manager of the City-Car... Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: None 8. CONSIDERATION OF PROPOSAL SUBMITTED BY JUAN JIMENEZ - OPERATION YOUTH EDUCATION SERVICES. City Manager Tripepi referred to the proposal presented by Mr. Jimenez at the last meeting. Mr. Juan Roberto Jimenez - 7919 Dorothy - Rosemead addressed the Council with regard to his proposal and request for City support of efforts of his organization to obtain Federal Revenue Sharing monies. Mr. Jimenez asked the City Counil to consider a $3,000 contribution that could be "in-kind" support. Mr. Richard Diaz, of Bienvenidos Community Center addressed the Council stating that although the Bienvenidos and Operation Youth Education programs are similar, Bienvenidos does support any program that might benefit the Rosemead citizens. He did state that Bienvenidos will also be requesting support from the Council for.their request for Revenue Sharing monies. Lengthy discussion followed... • 9. Page Six Council Minutes March 25, 1975 1-1 It was moved by Councilwoman Trujillo, second by Councilman G. Taylor that the City draw a letter to the County informing them that we support this type of program; that we do have needs in the City of Rosemead that could be met by more than one agency; and that the Council stipulate that this program should be housed north of the San Bernardino Freeway. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: G. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: Andersen, P. Taylor ABSENT: None discussion continued... City Manager Tripepi,suggested that a letter be sent to the County stating that this matter was taken under submission by the Council and that there wouid.lbe.nb.action pending a study session. Council concurred.., NEW BUSINESS RESOLUTION 75-24. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS. City Treasurer Foutz presented Resolution No. 75-24 by title. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $336,974.08 AND DEMANDS Nos..i8479-18549. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman G. Taylor to waive further reading and adopt Resolution 75-24. Roll Call Vote as follows:, AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: None 10. HEARING OFFICER'S REPORT: KAROM & KUE - BILLIARDS LICENSE City Manager Tripepl presented this report and recommendation for approval dated March 13, 1975. It was moved by Councilwoman Trujillo, second by Councilman Andersen to approve the Hearing Officer's Report and grant the license. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: None 11. CONSIDERATION OF CIVIL RIGHTS ASSURANCE STATEMENTS Administrative Assistant Levy presented this information with letter dated March 13, 1975 from the Assistant City Attorney which states that if the City wishes to receive federal financial assistance through the California Department of Transportation, we would need to sign the Civil Rights Assurance Statements. City Manager Tripepi recommended that the Council approve the Statement of Assurances and authorize the Mayor or City Manager to execute. It was moved by Councilwoman Trujillo, second by Councilman Andersen to adopt the Civil Rights Assurance Statements and authorize the Mayor or City Manager to execute. Page Seven Council Minutes March 25, 1975 Roll Call Vote as follows: rI L AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: None 12. ACCEPTANCE OF STREET IMPROVEMENTS & BOND RELEASE - TRACT 31339 City Manager Tripepi presented this letter dated March 14, 1975 from I.L. Morhar of the County Road Department which recommends that the Street Improvements in Tract 31339 be accepted and that Bond No. 400DL2698 in the amount of $26,700 be released. It was moved by Councilman G. Taylor, second by Councilman Andersen to approve the foregoing recommendation. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: None 13. PROJECT STATUS REPORT - FLOOD CONTROL PROJECT 6850 City Manager Tripepi presented his memo dated March 21, 1975 whibh recommends that due to funds available, that construction of Line D of Flood Control Project No. 6850 be approved (1970 Bond Issue).. Mr. Harry Scott of H.M. Scott & Associates Addressed the Council / and answered questions regarding drainage on Olney just w of 8/Y Rio Hondo. It was moved by Councilwoman Trujillq, second by Councilman Andersen to approve construction of Line D of Flood Control Project 6850. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: None 14. 1995 HIGHWAY FUNCTIONAL CLASSIFICATION PLAN City Manager Tripepi presented his memo dated March 21, 1975 with attached information regarding a 1995 Highway Functional Classification Plan. He presented staff recommendation that the plan not be adopted at this time due to the fact the proposed alignment transverses sections of residential areas in the City (North/South Freeway).. /117 Mr. Tripepi stated that a letter Would be prepared indicating the reason for opposition to the plan. It was moved by Councilwoman Trujillo, second by Councilman Taylor that the City of Rosemead oppose the proposed north/south freeway in the 1995 Highway Functional Classification Plan. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: None The Meeting Recessed at 10:21 p.m. The Meeting reconvened at 10:33 p.m. Page Eight Council Minutes March 25, 1975 15. CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST TO USE STRAIN POLES - ROSEMEAD P.T.A. City Manager Tripepi read this letter of request to display banners for the P.T.A. Carnival from April 28th to May 10th. It was moved by Councilman Gary Taylor, second by Councilwoman Trujillo to grant approval of use of the strain poles.. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo 16. CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST BY ROSEMEAD YOUTH ASSOCIATION TO OPERATE ROSEMEAD PARK CONCESSION STAND. Recreation Director Burbank presented this request to operate the concession stand from April 13, 1975 to August 13, 1975. It was moved by Councilman G. Taylor, second by Councilwoman Trujillo to grant the request and authorize the Mayor to execute the contract. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: None 17. EVALUATION OF TREE TRIMMING CONTRACTS. City Manager Tripepi presented his memo dated March 21, 1975 which recommends that the City Council receive bids and award tree contracts on the basis of a monthly bid and that emergency tree trimming problems will be cared for by members of the Park Maintenance crew. It was moved by Councilman G. Taylor, second by Councilman Andersen to accept the foregoing recommendation and put the tree trimming to monthly bid. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: None 18. SELECTION OF CANDIDATE FOR OLDER AMERICAN RECOGNITION DAY Mayor P. Taylor stated that he would like to nominate Mr. Lloyd Alexander as Rosemead's person to be honored at the County Older Americans Recognition Day. It was moved by Councilwoman Trujillo, second by Councilman Andersen to approve the foregoing nomination. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: None 19• CONSIDERATION OF ESTABLISHMENT OF POSITION OF DIRECTOR OF FINANCE OPERATIONS. City Manager Tripepi presented his memo dated March 21, 1975 referring to the study session held March 18, 1975. Page Nine • S Council Minutes March 25, 1975 It was moved by Councilwoman Trujillo, second by Councilman Andersen to authorize advertising for the position of Director of Finance Operations and request the City Attorney to prepare the necessary amendment to the municipal code. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: None COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS 20. TRAFFIC COMMISSION: A. Marshall St. & Rio Hondo - Additional Boulevard Stops Traffic Engineer Envall presented this report and recommendation from the Traffic Commission that double center line striping be placed 100 feet north and south of Marshall Street to prevent passing and extend the red curb marking on the west side of Rio Hondo Avenue an additional 10 feet to the driveway property owner at 3703. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilwoman Trujillo to approve the foregoing recommendation. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: None B. Marshall St. - Striping Traffic Engineer Envall presented this report and recommendation from the Traffic Commission to place NO STOPPING AT ANY TIME regulations on the north side of Marshall Street from Muscatel Avenue to the Eaton Wash to tie with existing restriction to Bartlett Avenue. Also, remove the present single skip center line and road reflectors and place a double center 14 feet off the north curb between Muscatel Avenue and Bartlett Avenue. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilwoman Trujillo to approve the foregoing recommendation. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: None C. Hellman Ave. - Upgrading of Pedestrian Crossing Signs Traffic Engineer Envall presented this report and recommendation from the Traffic Commission that pedestrian corssing signs be upgraded on Hellman Avenue between Prospect Avenue and Stevens Street and that selective enforcement be provided. Discussion followed regarding a pedestrian signal at this location. It was moved by Councilwoman Trujillo, second by Councilman Andersen to approve the foregoing recommendation. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: None Mr. Rudy Aguilar addressed the Council regardink this intersection. Traffic Engineer Envall will check the cost for blinking lithts... F Page Ten Council Minutes March 25, 1975 • D. CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FOR TRAFFIC COMMISSION COMPENSATION. Traffic Engineer Envall presented a request signed by the five members of the Traffic Commission which requests a monthly compensation of $25.00. RESOLUTION 75-25. AUTHORIZING MONTHLY SALARY FOR TRAFFIC COMMISSIONERS. Attorney Brown presented this Resolution by title. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD AUTHORIZING MEMBERS OF THE ROSEMEAD TRAFFIC COMMISSION TO RECEIVE A MONTHLY COMPENSATION OF $25.00. It was moved moved by Councilman G. Taylor, second by Councilwoman Trujillo to waive further reading and adopt Resolution 75-25. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo NOES: None ABSENT: None COMMUNICATIONS 21. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: A. ANNOUNCEMENT OF 1975 ANNUAL CONFERENCE OF MAYORS Mayor Taylor presented this announcement of the conference to be held in Boston, Massachusetts, July 5-9, 1975. B. LETTER FROM MARTIN TALLER Mr. Martin Taller, 8542 E. Guess St. addressed the Council with regard to a letter to the Mayor and Members of the City Council dated March 9, 1975 which questions the possible incompatability of the Attorney for the City of Rosemead also being the Redevelopment Agency Attorney. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE Rose Bradley - 7914 Garvey Ave. addressed the Council with regard to her property on 2736 Strathmore. After discussion, this item is to be placed on the next regular agenda for complete report to the Council. No Objections 22. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS: Councilman Andersen: 1) Asked that staff chehk the need for reflector buttons at San Gabriel Blvd. by the overpass at Walnut Grove (near Charlie Brown's). Traffic Engineer Envall will check this... 2) made motion to include further attendance at contract cities meeting (see agenda item #7) City Manager Tripepi: 1) Referred to a letter from the County Regional Engineer with regard to bids received March 20, 1975 for the construction of sewers in Rosemead Improvement No. 2. The letter recommended that due to a right-of-way problem, the award be deferred at this time. No Objection... • Page Eleven Council Minutes March 25, 1975 Councilwoman Trujillo: • 1) Referred to the use of Revenue Sharing Funds for the Rosemead Recreation Community Center in the present chosen site; and ,';:cpressed feelings that the expenditure might be in violation of some civil rights. She asked that the City Attorney's office make information available to the Council for proper decisions on this matter - and asked for an opinion as to where the City presently stands on use of these funds. Attorney Brown stated that he would prepare a written detailed opinion of what the Revenue Sharing Act provides. Councilman G. Taylor: 1) Asked Councilman Andersen to clarify a statement at the previous meeting when he expressed objection to a referendum vote for new Redevelopment Project Areas and Plans. Councilman Andersen responded that going to referendum on each step would remove the efficiency and could possibly delay a project for years. Discussion followed on the present State Community Redevelopment Law. 2) Expressed feelings that City facilities are lacking in proper maintenance and suggested Council inspections. There being no objections, Mayor Taylor stated that he would provide a roster at the next meeting for the Council Member responsible for checking facilities (set up quarterly).. Park Supervisor Chandler addressed the Council stating that upon an hour notice he would be available to open any buildings.. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE Mr. Juan Nunez - 2702 Del Mar Ave. - Rosemead addressed the Council with regard to standing water on Garvey Avenue near Del Mar - expressing that the catch basins do not seem to be effective. There being no further business to come before the Council It was moved by Councilwoman Trujillo, second by Councilman Andersen and unanimously carried to adjourn. Meeting Adjourned at 11:40 p.m. ITY C E K (MAYOR OF THE C / ROSEMEAD