CC - 03-18-75 - Adjourned MeetingADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING
SPECIAL STUDY SESSION
CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF ROSEMEAD
MARCH 18, 1975
1. CALL TO ORDER
An Adjourned Regular Meeting of the Rosemead City Council was callgd
to order by Mayor Paul S. Taylor in the Council Chambers of City Hall
at 8838 East Valley Boulevard, Rosemead at 7:30 p.m.
The Meeting was moved to the conference room and notice was posted;.
2. ROLL CALL:
Present: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
Absent: None
Ex officio: Davenport, Durham, File, Tripepi
3. PRESENTATION OF ROSEMEAD'S ANNUAL REPORT BY AUDITOR
City Manager Tripepi stated that he would like to reestablish the
City Auditor's presentation of the Annual Financial Report. He
introduced Mr. Jim File, C.P.A. of Harman and Company..
Mr. File presented the Annual Financial Report for the Fiscal Year
Ended June 30, 1974 page-by-page.
An informal question and answer period followed..
4. CONSIDERATION OF ESTABLISHMENT OF POSITION OF DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
OPERATIONS IN THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD.
City Manager Tripepi referred to the letter from Harman and Company,
City Auditors, dated February 25, 1975 which along with information,
regarding the increasing volume and complexity of the City's
financial transactions, recommends that the position of Finance
Director be established in the City of Rosemead.
Discussion followed with input regarding the.volume of accounting
in the City.
If considered by the Council, City Manager Tripepi recommended a
salary range comparable to that of the Assistant City Manager
(Range 39 - $1360-$1653).
There were no objections to this item being placed on the next
regular agenda for consideration by the Council.
MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS:
Mayor Paul S. Taylor:
1) Announced that Ted Andersen, Project Director of the Juvenile,
Diversion Project turned in his resignation and that the Board
has accepted it. There is currently an Assistant Director. .
2) Announced the Regional Meeting of the Mayors' Committee on the
Bicentennial to be held in Las Vegas, Nevada on April 24-26, 1975•
There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor
Taylor Adjourned the Meeting ...No Objections..
Meeting Adjourned at 9:10 p.m.
CI CLERK
AYOR OF TH ITS 0 0 E AD
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NOTICE OF ADJOURNED MEETING
MEETING OF THE ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the regular meeting of the
Rosemead City Council, held March 11, 1975, was adjourned to
Tuesday, March 18, 1975 at 7:30 p.m.
Meeting to be held in the regular meeting place at
8838 E. Valley Blvd., Rosemead, Ca...
Dated & Posted: March 12, 1975
Je y E. avenport - 'ty Clerk:'_-_
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MINUTES OF THE ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
MARCH.11, 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 Mayor pro tem Andersen
The Invocation was delivered by Reverend Andersen
2. ROLL CALL:
Present: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
Absent: None
ex officio: Brown, Davenport, Durham, Foutz, Sonju, Tripepi
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: FEBRUARY 25, 1975
Councilman 0. Taylor stated that he would like to make the following
corrections:
Page 5: Last paragraph - Strike words Committee on Local Government
Page 6: Second paragraph - Add statement that this is the third time
Councilman Taylor has requested more
adequate information In the Agency packet..
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman G. Taylor
to approve the minutes of February 25, 1975 as corrected.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, 0. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
SPECIAL PRESENTATION (not on agenda)
Mr. Leon Richards of the Hawaiian Gardens Bi-Centennial Committee
and several other members presented Mr. Keyth Durham (Rosemead's new
Assistant City Manager) with a plaque honoring him for his efforts
in working with them on their B1-Centennial Program and thanking him
for his leadership.
Pictures were taken and Mr. Durham expressed his appreciation.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
4. STAFF REPORT - LA VICTORIA CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS
Mr. Durham reported that construction is in progress with an expected
completion date of April 15, 1975.
Councilman Andersen suggested with no objections from the Council
that an informal extension of another 60 days be granted LaVictoria
for completion of their construction - Staff reports to continue...
NEW BUSINESS
5. COUNCIL REORGANIZATION:
A. ELECTION OF MAYOR
Mayor Paul Taylor relinquished the gavel to City Manager Tripepi
Mr. Tripepi declared nominations open for office of Mayor
Councilwoman Trujillo nominated Paul S. Taylor.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman G. Taylor
and unanimously carried that nominations cease and a unanimous ballot
be cast for Paul S. Taylor as Mayor of the City of Rosemead.
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Mayor Paul Taylor accepted the gavel.. and was complimented on his
outstanding service as Mayor this past year...
B. ELECTION OF MAYOR PRO TEM
Councilman G. Taylor nominated Councilwoman Trujillo as Mayor pro tam
It was moved by Councilman G. Taylor, second by Councilman Andersen
and unanimously carried that nominations cease and a unanimous ballot
be cast for'Councilwoman Trujillo as Mayor pro tem of the City of
Rosemead.
Pictures were taken...
6. RESOLUTION 75-15. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS
City Treasurer Foutz presented Resolution 75-15 by title.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING
CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $63,848.95 AND DEMANDS
NOS. 18391-18478.
It was moved by Councilman G. Taylor, second by Councilman Andersen
to waive further reading and adopt Resolution 75-15.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
7. URGENCY ORDINANCE 394. AMENDING SUBDIVISION ACT-
City Manager Tripepi presented his memo dated March 7, 1975 and the
letter from the County Engineer dated February 26, 1975 which explained
that the State Subdivision Map Act was amended and that the provisions
were moved from the Business and Professions Code to the Government Code
It was recommended that Council adopt the urgency ordinance presented
to allow compliance with the current act and that when complete
revisions have been made, the entire new subdivision ordinance will
be presented for Council consideration.
Mr. Gordon Kriegel, County Regional Engineer addressed the Council
in this regard.
Attorney Brown read Ordinance No. 394 in full.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD AMENDING THE SUBDIVISION
REGULATIONS AND AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE AND DECLARING THE
URGENCY THEREOF.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilwoman Trujillo
to adopt Ordinance No. 394.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
8. HEARING OFFICER'S REPORT - CHARLIE BROWN'S - DANCE-LICENSE
City Manager Tripepi presented this Hearing Officer's Report dated
March 6, 1975 with conditions and recommendation-for approval.
It was moved by Councilwoman Trujillo, second by Councilman G. Taylor
to approve the Hearing Officer's Report and Grant the Dance License.
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Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
9. ADOPTION OF AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT - BUILDING MAINTENANCE
City Manager Tripepi presented his memo dated March 7, 1975
recommending that the Council approve an Amendment to Agreement
with Merchants Building Maintenance.
It was moved by Councilman G. .Taylor., second by Councilwoman Trujillo
to approve the Amendment to Agreement with Merchants Building
Maintenance Co.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
10. AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE PARK MAINTENANCE VEHICLE.
City Manager Tripepi presented his memo dated March 7, 1975, recommendix
the City Council authorize appropriation of $5,005.13 to purchase a
Dodge.Pick-Up Truck from the State. General Services Procurement Office
for the Park Maintenance Department.
Attorney Brown presented Resolution 75-16 by title.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD AUTHORIZING
THE DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO
PURCHASE CERTAIN ITEMS.
It was moved by Councilwoman Trujillo. second by Councilman Andersen
to waive further reading and adopt RE 3lution 75-16.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman G. Taylor
to authorize funds be allocated for the above purchase.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
11. AUTHORIZATION TO PROCEED - NEW ROOF AT ZAPOPAN COMMUNITY CENTER
City Manager Tripepi presented his memo dated March 7, 1975 with the
recommendation that Council accept the low.bid of Marshall Roofing Co.
and authorize the City Manager to issue a purchase order.
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
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12. ACCEPTANCE OF SANITARY SEWER - P.C. 7247
City Manager Tripepi presented the letter from the County/City Engineer,
Harvey T. Brandt recommending that the City Council approve the work
in Private Contract 7247 - a Sanitary Sewer Project- and accept the
sanitary sewer for public use.
It was moved by Councilman G. Taylor, second by Councilwoman Trujillo
to accept the foregoing recommendation.
Roll Call Vote as follows::
AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
13. APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS - INCREASED SECURITY - ZAPOPAN COMMUNITY CENTER
City Manager Tripepi presented his memo dated March 7, 1975 which
recommends that due to burglaries and vandalism at Zapopan Community
Center staff be authorized to:
1. Accept bids for upgrading the security of Zapopan Center
(informal bids)
2. Appropriate Seventeen Hundred Dollars ($1,700.00) to Account
8182 to cover the cost of materials and installation.
Attorney Brown presented Resolution 75-17 by title.
A RESOLUTION OF THE ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL APPROPRIATING $1,700 TO
ACCOUNT NO. 8182 AND AUTHORIZING IMPROVEMENTS FOR UPGRADING THE
SECURITY OF THE ZAPOPAN CENTER.
It was moved by Councilwoman Trujillo, second by Councilman Andersen
to waive further reading and adopt Resolution 75-17.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
14. AUTHORIZATION FOR ATTENDANCE AT ANNUAL CONTRACT CITIES SEMINAR
City Manager Tripepi presented his memo dated March 7, 1975 which
requests authorization to make advance reservations and registration
for city officials for attendance at the Annual Contract Cities
Seminar.
Discussion followed regarding the number of people attending.
Councilman Andersen suggested that the new Division Fire Chief be
added to the officials attending from our City.
Councilman G. Taylor asked for a report on costs from last year.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilwoman Trujillo
to make tentative hotel reservations for those listed but that
determination on attendance be held until the next regular meeting.
Unanimously Carried...
15. SET PUBLIC HEARING - PD ZONE AMENDMENT - CALIFORNIA CHRISTIAN HOME
There were no objections to setting this hearing for March 25, 1975...
16. STAFF REPORT ON CHARTER CITIES.
City Manager Tripepi presented his memo and data from the League of
California Cities with regard to Charter Cities..
Received...
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AGENCY COMMUNICATIONS
A. KLINGERMAN STREET BRIDGE..
City Manager Tripepi presented his memo.dated March 7, 1975 and
a memo from the Redevelopment Agency Director dated March 3, 1975
which explains that at the Agency meeting of February 26, 1975 the
Agency voted. to suspend current activity on the Klingerman Street.
Bridge over the Alhambra Wash and refer the matter to the City
Council for their thoughts, comments and opinions.
After discussion;
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman G. Taylor
to advise the Agency that the City Council would take no action on
this project; and would return consideration to them for their action.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS:
A. NORTON YOUNGLOVE, SUPERVISOR - PROPOSED NATIONAL CEMETARY
City Manager Tripepi presented this letter dated February 25, 1975 and
Proposed Resolution.
Attorney Brown presented Resolution 75-18 by title.
A RESOLUTION JOINING IN PROCLAMATION OF SUPPORT FOR NEW NATIONAL
CEMETERY SITE AT MARCH AIR BASE.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilwoman Trujillo
to waive further reading and adopt Resolution 75-18.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
B. CITIES OF BALDWIN PARK & COMPTON-RESOLUTION/JUVENILE INCARCERATION
Attorney Brawn presented Resolution 75-19 by title.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
URGING A CHANGE IN LAWS REGARDING THE INCARCERATION. AND RELEASE OF
JUVENILES CHARGED WITH FELONIES.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Mayor Paul Taylor to
adopt Resolution 75-19.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
C. CITY OF LYNWOOD - RESOLUTION RE: SENATE BILL 275
City Manager Tripepi presented this letter and Proposed Resolution and
recommended adoption.
Attorney Brown read Resolution 75-20 by title.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OR THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD OPPOSING THE
PASSAGE OF SENATE BILL 275.
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It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman G. Taylor
to waive further reading and adopt Resolution 75-20.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
D. GORDON KRIEGEL, REGIONAL ENGINEER - SENATE BILL 277
City Manager Tripepi presented this letter regarding Senate Bill 277
(Uniform Energy Insulation Standards).. Received...
E. NON COMMISSIONED OFFICERS ASSN. - MARATHON RUN FOR SPECIAL OLYMPICS
City Manager Tripepi presented this request to "Run For The Spacial
Olympics" through the City on March 25, 1975 - and a memo from
Administrative Assistant Levy regarding the run and the safety measures
that have been taken.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilwoman Trujillo
to approve the foregoing request.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
F. CALIFORNIA CONTRACT CITIES ASSN. - NOTICE OF MONTHLY MEETING
City Manager Tripepi presented this notice of the meeting to be held
March 19, 1975...
City Manager Tripepi also announced the'Senate Committee on Local
Government Meeting to be held Friday, March 14, 1975 and asked that
reservations be made through him.
19. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS:
Councilman G. Taylor:
1) Referred to the Senate Committee Meeting on Local Government
to be held Friday, March 14, 1975 and stated concern.on many
of the proposed sections to be discussed on the Community
Redevelopment Law.
After discussion;
It was moved by Councilman G. Taylor, second by Councilwoman Trujillo
that this Council go on record as favoring the right of referendum
for the people on new project areas and new plans and that this motion
be submitted to the Senate Committee on Local Government.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: G. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: Andersen, P. Taylor
ABSENT: None
Councilwoman Trujillo:
1) Spoke with regard to tree trimming contractors and asked for copies
of work sheets from the billings..
Park Supervisor Chandler stated that he would comply..
Mayor Taylor suggested a tour of the tree trimming sites be arranged
for the Council Members..
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ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
A. Mr. Juan Jimenez - 7919 Dorothy - Rosemead - addressed the Council
with regard to a proposal that the City support efforts of his
group to obtain Revenue Sharing monies for the purpose of youth
and gang related problems in Rosemead..
The Council concurred that they would like more information on the
Organization and a chance to study the proposal presented..
Council directed staff to write a letter for Mr: Jimenez stating that
this matter is under consideration to be discussed at the next regular
meeting on March 25, 1975.
B. Mr. Roy Revelles - 2567 Denton - Rosemead - addressed the Council
requesting relaxation of the Code Requirement that campaign
signs be allowed to be displayed only during the 30 days preceeding
an election.
C. Mr. Robert 0. Ritchie - 9355 Glendon Way,--Rosemead addressed the
Council with regard to planned iron bars,on Zapopan Community
Center windows - stating that in case of fire it might be a hazard.
D. City Treasurer Foutz:
1) Reported as Bi-Centennial Chariman on the latest activity and
announced the upcoming meeting on Thursday.
2) Asked for Council approval for members of the B1-Centennial
Committee to attend an overnight meeting on May 31st..
It was moved by Councilwoman Trujillo, second by Councilman Andersen
to approve the expenditure for the above meeting from the B1-Centennial
budgeted account and that the committee decide on those to attend.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: G. Taylor
ABSENT: None
3) Informed the Council that he had given a receipt on behalf
of the City to Isabel Putnam for historical items left by
iher to the museum.
,E. City Manager Tripepi announced the Neighborhood Car Program Meeting
to be held by the Sheriff's Department on March 20, 1975 at 7:00 p.m.
at the Mildred B. Janson School...
It was moved by Councilman G. Taylor, second by Councilman Andersen
to adjourn this meeting to a Study Session to be held Tuesday,
March 18, 1975 at 7:30 p.m.
Meeting Adjourned at 11:05 p.m.
C TY CLERK YOR OF TITE CI 0 EMEAD
NOTICE OF ADJOURNED MEETING
MEETING OF THE ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the regular meeting of the
Rosemead City Council, held March 11, 1975, was adjourned to
Tuesday, March 18, 1975 at 7:30 p.m.
Meeting to be held in the regular meeting place at
8838 E. Valley Blvd., Rosemead, Ca...
Dated & Posted: March 12, 1975
Jen Y E. venport - Ci Clerk:-