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CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
CITY COUNCIL
MAY 14, 1974
A Regular Meeting of the Rosemead City Council was held in the
Council Chambers of City Hall, 8888 E. Valley Boulevard and
called to order by Mayor Taylor at 8:00 p.m.
1. Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Arnold Andersen.
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: Brown, Davenport, Gunn, Foutz, Tripepi
3.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: April 23, 1974 - Regular Meeting
Reference was made to Revised Page Five.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Pike
to approve the minutes of April 23, 1974 as printed with revised
page. - Unanimously carried.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
4.
STREET IMPROVEMENTS ON WELLS STREET: CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
City Manager Gunn presented this report dated April 29, 1974
entitled Wells Street Improvements and recommended that improvement
proposed for Wells Street between Walnut Grove and the westerly
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City Limit consist of curb, gutter and driveway approach on the
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north side between Earle and Delta Avenues, and silk owths
sew stdv8.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen
to approve the foregoing recommendation and proceed with the
improvements deleting sidewalks on the north side.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
5. REPORT FROM LA VICTORIA ON PROGRESS BEING MADE.
City Manager Gunn presented,in full,a letter from Henry C. Tanklage,
President of La Victoria Foods, Inc. dated May 14, 1974 entitled
"REVISED PROPOSAL TO RESOLVE THE PROBLEMS BETWEEN THE ROSEMEAD CITY
RESIDENTS AND LA VICTORIA FOODS, INC."
Louis Tury, Jr. - 3222 Heglis - Rosemead addressed the Council
stating that the majority of the Residents' Committee had been
contacted and a majority agree to the proposal as presented.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilwoman Trujillo
to approve this proposal in principle subject to details to be
worked out by the City Attorney and Counsel for La Victoria.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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6. APPOINTMENT OF BI-CENTENNIAL COMMITTEE. (deferred until item #16 heard)
NEW BUSINESS
7. RESOLUTION NO. 74-41. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS.
City Treasurer Foutz presented Resolution 74-41 by title.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING
CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $96,902.78, DEMANDS NUMBERS
16413-16545•
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman G. Taylor
to waive further reading and adopt Resolution 74-41.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
8. RESOLUTION NO. 74-42. AUTHORIZING EXAMINATION OF SALES & USE TAX.
City Manager Gunn presented this Resolution by title.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMAD AUTHORIZING
EXAMINATION OF SALES AND USE TAX.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen to
waive further reading and adopt Resolution 74-42.
Roll Call Vote as follows:l
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AYES: Andersen, Pike, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ORDINANCE NO. 380. CODIFYING RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING A TRAFFIC
COMMISSION.
Assistant City Attorney Brown presented this Ordinance by title.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD CODIFYING RESOLUTION 46
ESTABLISHING A TRAFFIC COMMISSION, PROVIDING PROCEDURES RELATING
THERETO AND AMENDING THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen
to waive further reading and introduce Ordinance No. 380.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G. Taylor, P. Taylor. Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ORDINANCE NO. 381. ADOPTING COUNTY TRAFFIC ORDINANCE BY REFERENCE
& SETTING OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR JUNE 11, 1974•
Assistant City Attorney Brown presented Ordinance No. 381 by title.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ADOPTING BY REFERENCE, PURSUANT
TO SECTION 50022.2 OF THE GOVERNMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 6544 OF THE
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE REGULATING TRAFFIC UPON
PUBLIC HIGHWAYS AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NOS. 2177, 35499 3922, and 6383.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Pike to
waive further reading and introduce Ordinance No. 381.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G
NOES: None
ArSRNT.
Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
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It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Pike to
set the Public Hearing on this Ordinance for June 11, 1974.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
APPROVAL OF FIREWORKS APPLICATIONS.
City Manager Gunn stated that the following organizations have
applied for permits to sell fireworks and meet ordinance requirements.
American Legion Post #508
V.F.W. Post 1930
So. San Gabriel Ward
Rosemead Rebel Dixiebelles
Rosemead Rebel Football Club
Boy Scout Troop #591
Rosemead High School Band
United Methodist Church
Kiwanis Club
Boy Scout Troop #594
Rosemead Host Lions Club
Don Bosco Technical Inst.
BSA Troop #598
Explorer Post #598
Rosemead Jaycees
Sister City Youth Exchange
Boy Scout Troop #311
7712 E. Graves
9371 Valley Blvd.
8531 Garvey Ave.
Beaches Market Parking Lot
Corner Garvey & Jackson
8450 E. Garvey
8807 Mission Drive
9032 E. Mission Drive
Universal Square
San Gabriel & Rush St.
(address incorrect on enelosure)
8631 E. Valley
Don Bosco School Parking Lot
3600 Rosemead Blvd.
S/W Corner San Gabriel & Garvey
7822 E. Garvey
N/E Corner Valley & Rio Hondo
8641 E. Garvey
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman G. Taylor to
approve the foregoing applications subject to verification of address
for Boy Scout Troop #594.
Roll Call vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G.
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
CONSIDERATION OF SELECTION PROCESS FOR COMMUNITY CENTER ARCHITECT.
City Manager Gunn presented a memorandum dated May 10, 1974 from
Supervisor of Recreation Burbank which recommends 8 Architectural
firms of the 27 proposals. Mr. Gunn asked that 1 additional firm
be considered.
Parking was discussed and Mayor Taylor requested staff to do a.survey.
Consensus of the Council was that they would like more information
on each of the 9 Architects before further consideration.
City Manager Gunn stated that he would have a summary on each for
next meeting. So Ordered...
AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE PICK-UP TRUCK. (BUDGETED PARK DEPT. ITEM)
City Manager Gunn presented a memorandum from Supervisor of Parks
Chandler dated May 8, 1974 which requests approval to purchase
a 3/4 ton pick-up truck through the State Co-Op Purchasing Program.
Councilman Pike, with agreement of the Council, suggested that we
shop with our local dealer for price comparison.
14. CLAIM AGAINST CITY: MR. & MRS. I.H. HAMMAN.
Assistant City Attorney Brown presented this letter of claim and
recommended it be denied and referred to the City's Insurance Carrier.
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It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen to
deny the claim and refer to the insurance carrier.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G.
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
COMMUNICATIONS
15. WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE:
A. CITIZENS FOR CAL-VET PROPOSITION 3.
City Manager Gunn presented this letter which urges the Council to
adopt a Resolution of Endorsement for Proposition 3 on the June 4th
Statewide Ballot.
Assistant City Attorney Brown presented Resolution 74-43 by title.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ENDORSING
PROPOSITION 3, CAL-VET $350 MILLION BOND MEASURE ON THE JUNE 4th
STATEWIDE BALLOT.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman G. Taylor to
waive further reading and adopt Resolution 74-43.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
B. MR. JOHN LONG
City Manager Gunn presented this letter addressed to Councilman Pike
which commends the City Council for sidewalks and street improvements
on Mission Drive.
C. Mayor Taylor presented a letter from MAYOR TOM BRADLEY - CITY OF
LOS ANGELES, which requests that the City of Rosemead support
the City of Los Angeles in its bid to stage the Summer Games of the
XXII Olympiad in 1980.
Assistant City Attorney Brown presented RESOLUTION 74-44 by title.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ENCOURAGING
AND SUPPORTING THE BID OF THE CITY OF LOS ANGELES TO STAGE THE
SUMMER GAMES OF THE XXII OLYMPIAD IN 1980.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman G. Taylor to
waive further reading and adopt Resolution 74-44.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
16. SPECIAL REQUEST TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL:
A. ELMER HOWE - REPRESENTING RESIDENTS OF HIGHCLIFF, DEL MAR, AND
GRAVES REGARDING LAND USE.
Mr. Howe, 7726 Highcliff, Rosemead addressed the Council regarding
vacant property located on the north side of Graves at Highcliff.
He complained of a rock crusher being used on the property for a
recent street project and suggested a park be considered.
It was explained that the property belongs to a private citizen.
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Councilwoman Trujillo indicated concern regarding existing rock piles
on the property that could be dangerous to children.
Mayor Taylor asked staff to check this and take necessary steps.
Councilwoman Trujillo suggested contacting the owner and urging him
to make more constructive use of the property.
6. The meeting was recessed at 9:15 p.m. to a personnel session for
selection of a Bi-Centennial Committee.
The meeting reconvene at :35 p.m.
Mayor Taylor made the following appointments to the 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
Mickey Petrie
Mildred Janson
Liz Mata
Phil Berumen, Jr.
P.T.A. Presidents
Service Club Presidents
Minister's Fellowship President
District Commissioners of the
Boy Scouts
Advisory: Michael Burbank
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman G. Taylor
to approve the organization of this B1-Centennial Committee and
ratify the foregoing appointments. Unanimously carried...
SPECIAL REQUEST TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL:
Holly Knapp, 8367 Whitmore, Rosemead presented a petition signed by
74 Rosemead residents headed as follows:
We the undersigned residents of Rosemead living in the vicinity of
and adjacent to &r:popan Park do hereby request the City Council/
Redevelopment Agency to install and maintain proper and adequate
lighting to insure a safe and non-hazardous environment in Zapopan
Park. Also, provide for adequate mosquite control by correcting
the improperly installed drainage areas in Zapopan Park.
Mayor Taylor advised Mrs. Knapp that all problems indicated in the
petition will be investigated and corrective action recommended.
The Meeting was Recessed at 9:40 p.m. to a meeting of the Redevelopment
Agency. The Meeting Reconvened at 11:35 p.m.
17. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS:
A. Mayor Taylor presented a letter from Mrs. Lillian Sacco urging
that adequate seating be provided for Council Meetings.
B. Councilman G. Taylor :
It was moved by Councilman G. Taylor, second by Councilwoman Trujillo
that the tape recordings of the Planning Commission Meetings be
retained for one year.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: G. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: Andersen, Pike, P. Taylor
ABSENT: None
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C_. Mayor Taylor announced a meeting of the San Gabriel Valley
Multi-Service Center - County of Los Angeles, to be held
Saturday, May 25, 1974 at 7:30 p.m. - Santa Fe Inn.
Reservations should be made by May 18th.
D. City Manager Gunn reported on the Juvenile Diversion Project
Program stating that Rosemead's cost for the program is under
$2,000 and recommending that the City Council approve a joint
Powers Agreement with the other participating cities and authorize
the Mayor to execute.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen to
approve the aforementioned Joint Powers Agreement and authorise the
Mayor to execute.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
E. Mr. Gunn announced that the 1975/75 Budget would be printed
tomorrow, and will be delivered to the Council by staff.
'F. Councilman G. Taylor asked that the Council be provided with
a copy of the updated redevelopment law.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen to
adjourn this meeting to a budget study session to be held Wednesday,
May 22, 1974 at 7:30 a.m. Unanimously carried...
Meeting Adjourned at 11:45 p.m.
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