CC - 03-26-74CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
CITY COUNCIL
MARCH 26, 1974
A regular meeting of the Rosemead City Council was held in the
Council Chambers of City Hall, 8838 East Valley Boulevard and
called to order by Mayor Taylor at 8:00 p.m.
1. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Pike
The Invocation was delivered by Councilman Andersen.
2. Roll Call:
Present: Andersen, Pike, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
Absent: None,
Ex officio: Davenport, Gunn, Foutz, Miller, Tripepi, Watson
3• APPROVAL OF MINUTES: MARCH 12, 1974
Mayor Taylor referred to a memo from the City Clerk stating that
a correction had been made on page twelve of the minutes.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen and
unanimously carried to approve the minutes of March 12, 1974 with
the correction noted.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
4. RESOLUTION NO. 74- CONFIRMATION OF ASSESSMENT (MISSION DRIVE)
Assistant City Manager Tripepi stated that the total of this
project to be assessed 1s $2,773.00 and that notices were mailed
and posted pursuant to law.
Mayor Taylor asked anyone wishing to address the Council to please
stand and be sworn in. The Oath was administered by Clerk Davenport.
Antonette Macchia, 9100 Rancho Rio, Temple City (property owner)
addressed the Council with the help of Lillian Sacco, 3220 Walnut
Grove Avenue.
Mrs. Macchia stated that she had not understood that they would be
assessed for this improvement; but thought that the acquisition,
agreement involved payment for the building with the land being
dedicated.
Attorney Watson suggested that this item be continued until the
next meeting to allow him time to research the settlement agreement.
There were no objections...
The hearing closed at 8:15 p.m.
5. B/S GARVALIA (NEW AVE.-130' EAST OF DAROCA AVE.)
Mr. Tripepi stated that these proposed improvements include install-
ation of curbs, gutters, driveway approaches, and sidewalks and that
all affected property owners were notified of this hearing.
Mayor Taylor asked anyone wishing to address the Council to please
stand and be sworn in.
The Oath was administered by City Clerk Davenport.
The hearing was opened at 8:17 p.m.
Janet Dalebout, 7403 Garvalia - asked that the project be explained.
Mr. Gunn briefly explained the 1911 Act (Chapter 27)
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Roger Spencer, 7538 Garvalia asked about an existing strom drain
and how he might have a driveway installed at the same time as the
project.
Mr. Spencer was asked to contact staff members at city hall for
the plans and to help coordinate the driveway installation.
Joseph Buffs, 7429 Garvalia asked about the Palm Trees in the area.
It was explained that the trees will be saved if possible and that
if removed, it would be at City cost.
The hearing closed at 8:25 p.m.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Pike to
proceed with this project as funds are available.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G. Taylor, P.Taylor
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: Trujillo
6. B/S JACKSON AVE. (GARVALIA - GRAVES)
Mr. Tripepi stated that these proposed improvements include installation
of curbs, gutters, driveway approaches, and sidewalks and that all
affected property owners were notified of this hearing.
Mayor Taylor asked anyone wishing to address the Council to please
stand and be sworn in.
The Oath was administered by City Clerk Davenport.
The hearing was opened at 8:33 p.m.
Courtney C. Morrison, 2424 Jackson questioned the right-of-way
required and protested sidewalks. He also spoke for his neighbor
who has curbs that were installed years ago.
City Manager Gunn explained - no right-of-way is required for
this improvement and that if curbs have to removed, that have been
installed according to standard, they would be replaced at City cost.
John Toman, 2428 Jackson , protested sidewalks.
Mary Chrisman, 2468 Jackson, protested sidewalks.
Olaf Christensen,2476 Jackson, protested sidewalks.
The hearing was closed at 8:44 p.m.
It was moved by Councilwoman Trujillo, second by Councilman G. Taylor
to proceed with this project,-eliminating sid6ftlks, as funds are
available.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: G. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: Andersen, Pike, P. Taylor
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen to
proceed with this project, including curbs, gutters, driveway approach,
and sidewalks, as funds are available.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, P. Taylor
NOES: G. Taylor, Trujillo
ABSENT: None
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS
7. ORDINANCE NO. 374. RELATING TO NEWS RACKS.
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Attorney Watson presented this Ordinance by title.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD AMENDING THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL
CODE TO ADD A NEW CHAPTER 8 TO ARTICLE:VI RELATING TO NEWS RACKS.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen to
waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 374.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
NEW BUSINESS
8. ORDINANCE NO. 375. AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 358 (COUNCIL SALARIES)
Attorney Watson presented this Ordinance by title.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD RELATING TO THE SALARIES OF
CITY COUNCILMEN AND AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 358 AND THE ROSEMEAD
MUNICIPAL CODE.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen to
waive further reading and introduce Ordinance No. 375.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: G. Taylor
ABSENT: None
9. RESOLUTION NO. 74-21. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS.
City Treasurer Foutz presented this Resolution by title.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING
CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $167,947.65 DEMANDS NUMBERS
16203-16256.
Councilwoman'Trujillo requested a written opinion from the Attorney
regarding expenditures by the City for political reasons (dinners etc.)
eIren though they might be reimbursed. She also requested a memo
regarding the City's contract with the Sheriff's Department for
Crossing Guards.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen to
waive further reading and adopt Resolution 74-21.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The meeting was recessed to a Personnel Session at 9:15 p.m.
The meeting reconvened at 9:38 p.m.
10. RESOLUTION NO. 74-22. APPOINTING ALTERNATE TO SANITATION DISTRICT.
Attorney Watson presented Resolution 74-22 by title.
Mayor Taylor stated that he would like to appoint Councilman Andersen
as his alternate to the Sanitation Distriot.
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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 Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Pike and
unanimously carried to waive further reading and adopt Resolution 74-22.
11. RESOLUTION NO. 74-23. APPOINTING MEMBERS TO CITY SELECTION COMMITTEE
Attorney Watson presented this Resolution by title.
Mayor Taylor stated that he would like to appoint himself as Member
and Councilman Gary Taylor as Alternate Member.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OCUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, .
APPOINTING A MEMBER AND ALTERNATE MEMBER OF SAID COUNCIL OF SAID
CITY TO THE CITY SELECTION COMMITTEE PURSUANT TO PART 3 OF DIVISION
10 OF THE PUBLIC UTILITIES CODE.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Pike and
unanimously carried to waive further reading and adopt Resolution 74-23.
12. RESOLUTION NO. 74-24. APPOINTING REPRESENTATIVES TO LARTS.
Mayor Taylor stated that he would like to appoint Councilman Pike as
Representative and Councilman G. Taylor as Alternate to LARTS.
Attorney Watson presented this Resolution by title.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD APPOINTING
A REPRESENTATIVE AND ALTERNATE TO THE LOS ANGELES REGIONAL TRANS-
PORTATION STUDY COORDINATING COMMITTEE (LARTS).
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Pike and
unanimously carried to waive further reading and adopt Resolution 74-24.
13• REMAINING 1974/75 COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS.
Mayor Taylor made the following appointments:
itation District: Paul Taylor & Arnold Andersen (see Res. 74-22)
gue of Calif. Cities: Paul Taylor & Arnold Andersen
tract Cities Assn: Kenneth Pike & Paul Taylor
rary Board: Gary Taylor and Roberta Trujillo
t_San Gabriel Valley Planning Commission: Gary Taylor & Kenneth Pike
y Selection Committee: Paul Taylor & Gary Taylor (see Res, 74-23)
Calif. Assn. of Governments (SKAG): Roberta Trujillo & Kenneth Pike
er San Gabriel Valley Water Dist: Gary Taylor & Roberta Trujillo
Reional T -2r4an)sportation Study (LARTS): Kenneth Pike & Gary Taylor
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ommittee #1: Arnold Andersen & Kenneth Pike
" #2: Paul Taylor & Roberta Trujillo
y Juvenile Diversion Project Committee: Paul
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It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen and
unanimously carried that the foregoing appointments be ratified.
DUE TO THE LATENESS OF THE HOUR, MAYOR TAYLOR SUGGESTED THAT THE
COUNCIL CONSIDER SOME ITEMS OUT-OF-ORDER. NO OBJECTIONS....
COMMUNICATIONS
25. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS:
E. LA VICTORIA FOODS, INC.
Mr. Robert Tanklage, representing La Victoria Foods, presented a
letter from H.C. Tanklage, President which states that La Victoria
Foods, Inc. proposes to resolve the problem between Rosemead residents
and La Victoria Foods, Inc. by purchasing adjacent property in order
to aco_uire access to their plant from Garvey Avenue.
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The letter states that there are contingencies upon the purchase
of the property as follows:
From the City of Rosemead.
1. Allowing La Victoria Foods, Inc. and Companies doing business
with La Victoria Foods, unlimited access to its plant by use of
Rosemead Place, Whitmore Street, and Driggs Avenue for a period
of nine months after close of escrow on Polich-Benedict property.
(If the construction is completed prior to the 9 month period we
can assure you that we will use the access at the earliest
possible date.)
2. Revision of Zone Variance # 31R as follows:
A. Put Planter on south side of driveway on the west side
of the wall, so that it may be seen from the street.
B. Increase height of the wall on the west side of the house,
now on the property to eight feet. This would help to contain
any noise made by the cars in the parking'.lot.
C. Remove the house currently located on the property and
remove the fence that is to be placed on Rosemead-E1 Monte
dividing line.
D.. Increase off street parking as shown on attached parking
layout. This would assure all employees off street parking.
E. Eliminate the eight foot high barrier over the driveway
entrance to the parking lot. This would allow La Victoria
continued use of its present property as it was designed,
understanding, of course, that at the end of the construction
period and with the use of the access over the Polich Property
there would no longer be truck traffic on Whitmore Street
therefore the barrier would serve no purpose from that date
on. Also being understood that LaVictoria will no longer use
the parking lot for the 'Loading - unloading and/or storage
of trucks.
3. Creation of an easement over the property bordering the west
property line of LaVictoria Foods, beginning at the southwest
corner of LaVictoria's property and extending north to the
present driveway. This would allow access to the gas tank and
pump in the court yard by use of the driveway at the south end
of the present property.
4. Lowering the elevation of the sidewalk on the Garvey frontage
of the Polich Benedict property and to locate a traffic signal
on Garvey Ave. at the entrance to the Polich Benedict property.
Several residents in the area asked to speak at this time.
Attorney Watson commented that it might not be a very practical
thing to sit in a public meeting and try to work out all the details
of this particular problem and suggested a separate session including
representatives of La Victoria, himself, Council, staff, and interested
residents.
Mayor Taylor requested staff to arrange this meeting. No Objection.
The following residents addressed the Council:
Ed DeStout(?), 3139 Driggs Ave., Rosemead
Phyllis Tury, 3222 Heglis Ave., Rosemead
Glenn Clanton, 3244 Leyburn Drive, Rosemead
Jim Osborne, 3138 Heglis Ave., Rosemead
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It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen that
a two week moratorium be placed on conditions as set forth in
Planning Commission Resolution 73-14, for zone variance case 31R.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
14. HEARING OFFICER'S REPORT - TIKI ROOM
City Manager Gunn presented this report and recommended that the
billards license be granted subject to conditions agreed upon at
the hearing.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Pike to
approve the Hearing Officer's Report and grant the subject license
with the added condition that the Applicant sign a written statement
that he is aware that due to City Ordinance, a Conditional Use Permit
may be required in the near future for continued operation.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G. Taylor, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
15. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT: ANNEXATION NO. 44, WHITTIER NARROWS.
City Manager Gunn presented this report dated March 18, 1974 and
recommended that-the..City..Council withdraw Proposed Annexation No. 44,
Whittier'Narrows; and that staff be authorized to file said withdrawal
with LAFCO.
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
16. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT: NEED FOR STREET OUTLET (ANNEX. NO. 43)
City Manager Gunn presented this report dated March 19, 1974 explaining
that one major argument in opposition to Annexation #43 was related
to the fact that Landisview Lane provides the only means of access
for present and future residents. He suggested that the Council
might want to consider providing another means of ingress and egress-
and that a preliminary design and estimate of cost could be prepared.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen that
the Council authorize preliminary design and estimate of cost for
the foregoing.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, G. Taylor, P. Taylor
NOES: Trujillo
ABSENT: None
RESOLUTION NO. 74-25 (not on agenda)
Attorney Watson presented this Resolution by title.
RESOLUTION GIVING NOTICE OF PROPOSED ANNEXATION TO CITY OF ROSEMEAD
OF THAT CERTAIN UNINHABITED TERRITORY DESCRIBED HEREIN AND DESIGNATED
"CITY OF ROSEMEAD ANNEXATION AREA NO. 43" AND GIVING NOTICE OF TIME
AND PLACE FOR HEARING OF PROTESTS THERETO.
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It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen to
waive further reading and adopt Resolution 74-25.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: G. Taylor
ABSENT: None
COMMUNICATIONS (contd)
25. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS (contd)
A. FAIR HOUSING CONGRESS OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
City Manager Gunn presented this letter from Lois Moss, Executive
Director of the Fair Housing Congress which requests support of
the City of Rosemead through the sponsorship of a booth at the Faire
and suggesting a donation of $100.
Marjorie Thorndike, 8922 Whitmore, Rosemead spoke in behalf of the
foregoing organization.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Pike to
receive this.communication and file. Unanimously Carried...
NEW BUSINESS (contd)
23. SET PUBLIC.HEARING FOR CONFIRMATION OF ASSESSMENTS: April 9th
City Manager Gunn presented a memo from the Public Works Department
requesting that April 9, 1974 be set as the time for a public hearing
confirming the following street improvements:
DOROTHY AVENUE - (S/S - Rockhold Ave. to Walnut Grove Ave): curb,
gutter, driveway approach, & sidewalk)
MUSCATEL AVENUE - (W/S - Edmond Drive to Scott St.): curb, gutter,
& driveway approach.
MUSCATEL AVENUE - (W/S - Edmond Drive to Mission Drive): curb, gutter,
driveway approach and sidewalk.
MUSCATEL AVENUE - (EIS - Mission Drive to Lawrence Ave.): curb, gutter,
driveway approach and sidewalk.
There being no objections the above hearing were set as requested...
COMMUNICATIONS (contd)
25. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS (contd)
B. ROSEMEAD SISTER CITY YOUTH EXCHANGE ORGANIZATION
Louis Zwick, 8737 Zerelda - representing the Sister City Youth
presented this request for use of the Rosemead Park for a fund
raising carnival to be held May 22, 1974 and end May 28, 1974
(including, installation and removal of rides).
After consideration of conflict with regularly scheduled park use;
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman P. Taylor
to deny this request.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, G. Taylor, P. Taylor
NOES: Pike, Trujillo
ABSENT: None
25.
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D. COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES - PUBLIC LIBRARY
City Manager Gunn presented this letter from Carol Moss, County
Librarian which announced that National Library Week'is going to
be celebrated from April 21 to April 27 and requesting use of the
Mall Area for an outdoor program on April 27th. The letter also
extended an invitation to City Officials and Employees to visit
the library during this week.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilwoman Trujillo
and unanimously carried to approve the foregoing request.
NEW BUSINESS (contd)
CITY MANAGER'S MEMO - CONTRACT CITIES SEMINAR
City Manager Gunn presented this recommendation that staff be
authorized to make advance reservations and registration for the
following officials to attend the annual seminar of the California
Contract Cities Association in Palm Springs commencing May 9 and
ending may 12, 1974.
Mayor and City Council
City Manager
City Clerk
City Treasurer
Planning Director
Planning Commissioners
Traffic Commissioners
Assistant City Manager (Friday night)
$50.00 toward attendance by Traffic Engineer
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen to
approve the foregoing recommendation.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Andersen, Pike, P. Taylor, Trujillo
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: G. Taylor
ABSENT: None
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (not on agenda)
A. Elizabeth Mata, 8724 DeAdalena, Rosemead addressed the Council
expressing her exception to actions by'a member of the audience
during this meeting.
Mayor Taylor stated, with no objections by the Council, that all items
not heard tonight would be placed on the next agenda.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen and
unanimously carried that the meeting be adjourned.
Meeting adjourned at 11:33 P.m.
4CI CLERK
MAYOR OF THE CIT .0 OSEMEAD