CC - 01-14-75MINUTES OF THE ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
JANUARY 14, 1975
A Regular meeting of the Rosemead City Council was held in the
Council Chambers of Rosemead City Hall and called to order at
8:00 p.m. by Mayor Paul S. Taylor.
1. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman G. Taylor
The Invocation was delivered by Reverend Tom Phillips of the Church
of Christ.
2, Roll Call:
Present: Andersen, Pike, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
Absent; None
Ex officio: Davenport, Foutz, Levy, Sonju, Tripepi, Watson
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: DECEMBER 19, 1974 - ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING
DECEMBER 26, 1974 - ADJOURNED MEETING
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen
to approve the minutes of December 19, and December, 26, 1974
as printed.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike,•G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
4. SPECIAL REPORTS:
A. REPORT FROM COMMUNITY RESOURCES ADVISORY COMMITTEE
City Manager Tripepi presented a memo dated January 10, 1975 from
Administrative Assistant Levy which had attached a draft ordinance
as recommended by the Community Resources Advisory Committee
establishing a Human Resource Commission in the City of Rosemead.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Counc{lm%n Pike to
receive the draft ordinance for study and future action.
The following persons addressed the Council with regard to the
proposed Human Resource Commission:
Mr. Burl Blue - 215 Vinyard - Duarte (Rosemead Businessman)
Mr. Bob Rush - 1616 Palm (representing Fern School and the
San Gabriel Valley Boys Club)
Councilman Andersen withdrew his motion with consent of the second.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilwoman Trujillo
to defer any action on this proposed ordinance until the next agenda.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen to
have a study session to study the recommended Human Resources
Commission on Thursday, January 23, 1975 at 7:30 p.m. and that
the Advisory Committee be advised.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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B. STAFF REPORT - PROGRESS AT LA VICTORIA CONSTRUCTION SITE
City Manager Tripepi read his report dated January 10, 1975 and
passed pictures showing progress,by LaVictoria Foods, Inc. on
the new facilities and access road. .
Report Received...
NEW BUSINESS
5. RESOLUTION NO. 75-1. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS.
City Treasurer Foutz presented Resolution 75-1 by title.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING
CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $1549118.70 AND DEMANDS
NUMBERS 17930-18051.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilwoman Trujillo
to waive further reading and adopt Resolution 75-1.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G.
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
6. RESOLUTION NO. 75-2. RE: PROPOSED PARK PLAN
Attorney Watson read Resolution 75-2 by title.
A RESOLUTION OF THE ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL APPROVING THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD PARK PLAN.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen to
waive further reading and adopt Resolution 75-2.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: 0. Taylor
ABSENT: None
Attorney Watson advised the Council that it must be a unanimous
vote to waive further reading.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen to
waive further reading.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, P. Taylor
NOES: 0. Taylor, Trujillo
ABSENT: None
Attorney Watson read Resolution 75-2 in full.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen to
adopt Resolution 75-2.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: G. Taylor
ABSENT: None
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7. ORDINANCE NO. REGULATING SIZE OF PUBLIC DANCE FLOORS.
Attorney Watson read Ordinance No. by title.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD REGULATING THE SIZE OF PUBLIC
DANCE FLOORS AND AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilwoman Trujillo
to waive further reading and Introduce Ordinance
Councilman Andersen withdrew his motion with consent of the second.
It was the consensus of the Council that staff do further study on
this ordinance for consideration at the next regular meeting.
8. ORDINANCE NO. 392. AUTHORIZING WHOLESALE NURSERIES WITH CUP
Attorney Watson read Ordinance 392 by title.
It was moved by Councilwoman Trujillo, second by Councilman G. Taylor
to waive further reading and introduce Ordinance No. 392 and set the
public hearing for January 28, 1975.
Councilwoman Trujillo withdrew her motion with consent of the second.
Attorney Watson read Ordinance 392 in full.
It was moved by Councilwoman Trujillo, second by Councilman Andersen
to Introduce Ordinance No. 392 and set the Public Hearing for
January 28, 1975.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: Pike
ABSENT: None
9. AWARD OF CONTRACT - CLEANUP OF SUBSTANDARD PROPERTY AT 4623 N. EARLE
City Manager Tripepi presented his memo dated January 10, 1975
recommending that the low bid of Argentina Company be accepted
and the Mayor authorized to execute the contract.
Bids Received December 20, 1974:
The Argentina Co........... $1,150.00
E & G Contractors $1,300-00
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilwoman Trujillo
to accept the low bid of the Argentina Company and authorize the
Mayor to execute the contract.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
10. AWARD OF CONTRACT - DEMOLITION AT 2220 N. GLADYS AVE.
City Clerk Davenport advised the Council that the office of the
County Engineer contacted her and asked that this item be deferred.
There were no objections
11. RELEASE-OF FAITHFUL PERFORMANCE BOND - TRACT 31339
City Manager Tripepi presented the recommendation of the County
Engineer that the City Council Approve the Work in Tract 31339 and
Reduce the surety bond by $650.00.
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It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman G. Taylor to
approve the foregoing recommendation.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The Meeting Recessed at 9:45 p.m. It reconvened at 9:55 P.m.
12. CONSIDERATION OF FEE SCHEDULE FOR ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORTS
Planning Director Sonju presented a memo dated January 10, 1975
regarding the subject fees.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman G. Taylor that
before the Council acts on this fee schedule that we obtain a ruling
on possible State Mandated Costs (SB90).
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
13• STAFF REPORT - 1974 HOUSING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ACT.
City Manager Tripepi presented his memo dated January 104 1975
regarding the subject Act with the recommendation that the Council
approve an agreement with the County of Los Angeles which would
authorize the County to implement the Housing & Community Development
Act of 1974 in the incorporated area of the City of Rosemead for
a period of one year.
Discussion followed regarding local control,establishing our City's
needs, and citizen participation. Councilman G. Taylor stated that
he had been told there had to be a Redevelopment Agency to receive
funds. Staff had no-evidence of this requirement but attorney
Watson was asked to check on it.
It was moved by Councilman G. Taylor, second by Councilwoman Trujillo
to table discussion until the next meeting to get input on the
above questions.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: Andersen, Pike
ABSENT: None
l4. AUTHORIZE MAYOR TO EXECUTE COMMON USE AGREEMENT - AMARILLO WATER CO.
Attorney Watson explained that this agreement is for use of the
Water Co. easement for street improvements.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen to
approve the agreement and authorize the Mayor to execute.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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15. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS:
A. ANNOUNCEMENT OF INSTITUTE ON LABOR RELATIONS
City Manager Tripepi presented this announcement for the Institute
which will be held in San Francisco - February 5-7, 1975; and
requested that he be allowed to attend.
It was moved by Councilwoman Trujillo, second by Councilman Pike
to authorize the City Manager and any Council Member to attend
this meeting.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
16.
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS:
Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
A. LEGAL OPINION FROM CITY ATTORNEY REGARDING CONSTRUCTION
MANAGEMENT (RECREATION COMMUNITY CENTER)
Attorney Watson advised the Council of procedures that would need
to be followed if they choose Construction Management but stated
that, in his opinion, it could be legally and properly accomplished.
Councilman Andersen
1) It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Pike
to approve attendance by the Mayor and Councilwoman Trujillo
to the Legislative Conference in Sacramento.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: P. Taylor
ABSENT: None
Councilman Gary Taylor
1) Referred to a notice from the City Clerk which will be posted
outside the polling places on January 21st and inquired about
voting procedure for those not on the index.
Explanations were given by the City Attorney and the City Clerk and
a written opinion was presented to the City Clerk by the City
Attorney regarding the legality of purged voters voting at the
January 21st election.
Councilman Pike
1) Asked if ch._tnge of use permitted in a zone doesn't technically
change the zone??
Attorney Watson replied that a change of zoning regulation does
not change the zone...
Councilman Pike left the meeting at 11:03 p.m.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE (not on agenda)
A. Lillian Sacco - 3220 Walnut Grove Ave. - Rosemead
Mrs. Sacco stated that in accordance with advice given her by the
Attorney General's Office she is asking the City Attorney to state
in a letter what he plans to do about violations of the Financial
Disclosure Statements that are required by Proposition 9 (The
Political Reform Act). She stated that the problem arises due to
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"certain inaccuracies" in statements filed by the Rosemead City
Booster Club.
Attorney Watson asked for and received copies of these statements
for review and response.
B. Rose Bradley - 7914 Garvey Ave. - Rosemead addressed the Council
regarding her property on Strathmore - stating that she does not
feel she should have to comply with Building Department
requirements to bring the house on the property up-to-code;
especially objecting to the requirement of a new foundation.
City Manager Tripepi stated that he had met with Ms. Bradley and
thought that she was satisfied with the outcome of the meeting.
Staff will investigate the matter further and report to the Council.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilwoman Trujillo
to adjourn the meeting to a Study Session on Thursday, January 23, 1975
at 7:30 p.m.
Unanimously Carried...
Meeting Adjourned at 11:15 p.m.
~!M-AYOR OF THE CITY--OF SEMEA
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