CC - 09-24-74MINUTES OF THE'ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
SEPTEMBER 24, 1974
A regular meeting of the Rosemead City Council of the City of
Rosemead was held in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 8838 E.
Valley Boulevard and called to order at 8:00 p.m, by Mayor
Paul S. Taylor.
1. Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Andersen.
The Invocation was delivered by Planning Director J. Marshall Miller.
2. ROLL CALL:
Present: Andersen, Pike, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
Absent: None
Ex officio: Davenport, Gunn, Miller, Rolston, Tripepi
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: SEPTEMBER 10, 1974 ~ REGULAR MEETING
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Pike to
approve the minutes as printed.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: G. Taylor
ABSENT: None
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
4. ORDINANCE NO. 385. INCREASING THE TRANSIENT OCCUPANCY TAX.
Attorney Rolston read Ordinance No, 385 by title.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD INCREASING THE TRANSIENT OCCUPANCY
TAX AND AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE.
It was moved by Councilman 0. Taylor, second by Councilman Andersen
to waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 385.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G.
NOES: None
ABSENT : None
Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NEW BUSINESS
5. RESOLUTION NO. 74-72. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS.
Assistant City Manager Tripepi read Resolution 74-72 by title.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING
CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $65,356.03 AND DEMANDS`
NUMBERS 17348-17408.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilwoman Trujillo
to waive further reading and adopt Resolution 74-72.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
6. RESOLUTION NO. 74-73. SETTING COMPEKS.ATION FOR PLANNING COMMISSION.
Attorney Rolston read Resolution 74-73 by title.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF _THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD FIXING THE
AMOUNT OF COMPENSATION FOR MEMBERS OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION.
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It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilwoman Trujillo
to waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 74-73.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
7. CONSIDERATION OF TRAFFIC SIGNAL MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT/COUNTY OF L.A.
Assistant City Manager Tripepi presented a staff memo dated
September 19, 1974 and recommended approval by the City Council
of this Agreement. (Del Mar & Graves and Potrero Grande Dr.-Rush St.
& San Gabriel Blvd.)
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen to
approve the foregoing recommendation.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
8. AUTHORIZATION TO PROCEED WITH DEMOLITION/3247 DEL MAR AVENUE
City Manager Gunn read a letter from the District Building & Safety
Engineer which recommends that he be authorized to proceed, under
ordinance provisions, to have the subject buildings demolished and
upon completion of the work, to collect the actual costs therefor.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen to
approve the foregoing recommendation.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
9. REQUEST FOR RATE INCREASE - YELLOW CAB COMPANY
City Manager Gunn presented this request for a 16.6% increase in
metered miles with an average increase of 5.5% per year for the
past three years.
After discussion, this item was held until the next meeting.
There were no objections..
10. REQUEST TO PLACE BANNERS:
A. ROSEMEAD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE (10/7-10/21)
B. SAN GABRIEL UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT (10/23-11/6)
City Manager Gunn presented these requests explaining that there
is some overlap that could be coordinated by staff. He recommended
that the Rosemead Chamber of Commerce request be approved with the
understanding that the Don Bosco request of 9/10/74 be honored and
that the San Gabriel Unified School District request be denied based
on the political nature.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen to
approve the foregoing recommendation.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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11. SET PUBLIC HEARING FOR ZONE CHANGE CASE NO. 67 (COMMUNITY CENTER SITE)
Staff suggested October 8, 1974 for this heaing. There were no
objections and the hearing was set as requested.
12. APPOINT VOTING DELEGATE FOR LEAGUE CONFERENCE
It wasnoved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman G. Taylor that
the Mayor be the Voting Delegate and the Mayor pro tem be the Alternate
Voting Delegate for the Annual League Conference in Los Angeles -
October 20-23, 1974.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: P. Taylor
13. APPOINTMENT OF TWO PLANNING COMMISSIONERS
Mayor P. Taylor announced that resignations have been received from
Mr. Paul Schymos and Mr. John Mothersead as Planning Commissioners.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Pike to
accept the foregoing resignations from the Planning Commission.
Unanimously Carried...
The Meeting recessed to Executive Session at 8:35 p.m. The Meeting
Reconvened at 9:07 p.m. with all Council Members present.
Mayor P. Taylor appointed the following persons to the Planning
Commission:
Mrs. Alice Ferl to fulfill the term of Mr, Paul Schymos
Mr. Roy Revelles to fulfill the term of Mr. John Mothersead.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilwoman Trujillo
to ratify the foregoing appointments.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS
14. PLANNING COMMISSION:
A. RECOMMENDATION TO ADOPT ORDINANCE REGULATING RELOCATION OF
BUILDINGS.
City Manager Gunn read the Memo from J. Marshall Miller, Director
of Planning with the recommendation from the Planning Commission that
the City Council adopt this suggested Ordinance and amend the
Municipal Code.
After discussion, it was the consensus of the Council to return this
Ordinance to the Planning Commission for reconsideration of suggested
changes by the Council.
COMMUNICATIONS
15. WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE:
A. STOCKTON EAST WATER DISTRICT:
City Manager Gunn presented this letter dated September 13, 1974,
urging the City of Rosemead to declare opposition to passage of the
Stanislaus River Protection Act of 1974, Proposition 17 on the
November General Election.
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It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen that
the City Attorney be requested to prepare a Resolution supporting
the request by the Stockton East Water District (opposing Prop. 17)
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Councilman 0. Taylor requested a map of the subject area and
Councilwoman Trujillo requested a report on the opposing point of view.
B. COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS - RESOLUTION
City Manager Gunn presented this letter from James S. Mize dated
September 12, 1974 with attached Proposed Ordinance relating to
revocation and suspension of ambulance operator and tow truck
operator licenses convicted of Illegal Attorney Referral Activity
in Los Angeles County (Capping).
There were no objections to the request to have the City Attorney
prepare an ordinance similar to the one presented to the Council.
16. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS:
A. City Clerk Davenport: presented a request for approval to
expend funds, if necessary, to verify the Recall Petition
Signatures filed on September 19, 1974.
It was moved by Councilman P. Taylor, second by Councilman Andersen
to approve the foregoing appropriation, not to exceed $974.74.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
City Clerk Davenport also reminded all Council Members to file
their Conflict of Interests Statement this month (form 716)
B. Staff Member, Sonju reported on the Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA) Parking Facility Regulations due to be implemented
January 1, 1975 and stated the requirements to approve the
facilities locally.
City Manager Gunn recommended that the City Council authorize
a request to the EPA for delegation of authority to the City in
enforcing EPA Parking Management Regulations.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen to
approve the foregoing recommendation.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
C. Councilman Andersen commented on the possible special election
costs ($19,000).
D. Councilman G. Taylor asked if Council would be given complete
Redevelopment Agency Meeting Packets.
Attorney Rolston stated that he would check on this and report back.
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E. Councilwoman Trujillo asked about Agenda Packets being made
I` available to the public.
~i It was moved by Councilwoman Trujillo, second by Councilman G. Taylor
that a complete reference packet of the City Council Agenda be made
available before the meeting at the Library and at City Hall.
~I. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman G. Taylor
lXJ to amend the foregoing motion to add that the packet be stamped
"NOT OFFICIAL UNTIL ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL".
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
(on amendment)
Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
Roll Call Vote as follows
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G.
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
(on motion as amended)
Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
F. City Manager Gunn requested authority to have appraisals made
on property on Klingerman - relative to the Klingerman Street
Bridge Project in Redevelopment Project Area No. 1.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen to
approve the foregoing request.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
G. Councilwoman Trujillo asked for policy clarification and Council
feelings on CETA Funding.
After discussion, and there being no objections -
Mayor Taylor requested Staff to Prepare a Report on the Status and
Possibilities of this program.
H. Councilman Pike asked the City Attorney and Planning Director
Miller to report on the process to set up a Redevelopment Agency
and the process necessary to amend any adopted boundary - making
the point that nothing has been added or deleted from any of the
Redevelopment Project Areas.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE: (not on agenda)
A. Mr. Martin Taller - 8542 Guess St. - Rosemead
addressed the Council regarding Redevelopment Agency appointments
and publicity of the Redevelopment program.
B. Mr. Paul Mata - 8724 E. DeAdalena - Rosemead
addressed the Council stating his feelings of character
assassination of Councilman Pike and objection to the possible
special elections and cost thereof.
There being no further business to come before the Council -
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman G. Taylor to
adjourn.
Meeting Adjourned at 10:13 p.m.
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