CC - 10-30-73 - Adjourned MeetingCITY OF ROSEMEAD
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
f CITY COUNCIL
OCTOBER 30o 1973
An Adjourned Regular meeting of the Rosemead City Council was
held in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 8838 E. Valley Boulevard
and called to order by Mayor Pike at 8:00 p.m.
1. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Andersen
The Invocation was delivered by Reverend Kenneth Mathis of the
Rosemead Church of Christ.
2. ROLL CALL
Present:
Councilmen:
Andersen,
Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
Absent:
Councilmen:
None
Ex Officio:
Davenport,
Foutz, Gunn,
Joehnck, Miller, Tripepi
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: OCTOBER 9, 1973 - REGULAR MEETING
OCTOBER 23, 1973 - ADJOURNED MEETING
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Taylor
and unanU,nously carried that the minutes of October 9, 1973 be
approved as printed.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Hunter and
unanimously carried that the minutes of October 23, 1973 be
approved as printed.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
4. CONSIDERATION OF OFFER TO SELL PROPERTY-GARVEY SCHOOL DISTRICT.
City Manager Gunn presented a letter from Dan Ellis, Superintendent
of the Garvey School District dated October 9,, 1973.which extends
the opportunity to the City to purchase 7 acres of District owned
property known as the Newmark Site. The letter outlined the
latest appraised value and costs to date.
There being no objections, this item is to be placed on the next
agenda.
5. CONSIDERATION OF SCHOOL DISTRICT FEASIBILITY STUDY.
City Manager Gunn presented a letter from Herbert Salinger, Head,
Field Service Center at the University of California, Berkeley
whcih indicates if Rosemead approves the proposal for a study, the
costs will not exceed $7,000.
It was the Qecision of the Council that before taking any official
action they would like to meet again with the School Boards to see
if they would like to continue with the study.
NEW BUSINESS
6. RESOLUTION NO. 73-100. 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 $212,212.33 DEMANDS NUMBERS
15275-15380.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Andersen to
waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 73-100.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
NOTICE OF ADJOURNMENT
REGULAR MEETING OF THE ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that at the,regular meeting
of the Rosemead City Council held October 23, 1973, all members
of said City Council were absent "therefrom,,and the undersigned
Deputy City Clerk of said City Council thereupon declared.said
meeting adjourned to 8-00
_p.m. on Tuesday, October 30, 1973 at
the Council Chambers of the Rosemead City Hall.
dated: October 23, 1973
Joan Glickman
Deputy City Clerk
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7. RESOLUTION NO
. POLICY REGARDING CONVENTION & OTHER EXPENSES.
City Manager Gunn presented this Resolution by title.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ESTABLISHING
A POLICY REGARDING CONVENTION AND OTHER EXPENSES.
Councilman Maude suggested that we check the County Travel Allowance
schedule before taking any action on this Resolution.
There were no objections.
8. ORDINANCE NO. 365. RESTRICTING TRUCKS ON CERTAIN RESIDENTAL STREETS,
Attorney Joehnck presented this Ordinance by title.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD RESTRICTING TRUCKS ON ROSEMEAD
PLACE, WHITMORE STREET AND DRIGGS AVENUE AND AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL
CODE AND DECLARING THE URGENCY THEREOF.
The following persons addressed the Council in support of this
ordinance.
Ronald Rodriquez, 9122 E. Whitmore St., Rosemead.
Dan Handy, 9050 Whitmore St., Rosemead
Louis Tury, Jr., 3222 Heglis St., Rosemead
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Hunter to
waive further reading and adopt Urgency Ordinance No. 365.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
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AWARD OF DEMOLITION BID - 3035 1/2 SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD.
City Manager Gunn presented the following bids and recommended
that the low bid be accepted and the contract awarded to Mead
House Wrecking Co.:
(dead House Wrecking Co. $425.00
Harold E. Simpson Co. $440.00
Green Bros., Inc. $500.00
Viking Land Clearing $562.00
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Andersen
to approve the foregoing recommendation and award the bid to
Mead House Wrecking Co.; and that the Mayor be authorized to
execute the contract.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
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AWARD OF DEMOLITION BID - 2659 Falling Leaf Avenue
City Manager Gunn presented the following bids and recommended
that the low bid be accepted and the Mayor authorized to execute
the contract with Harold E. Simpson Co.:
Harold E. Simpson Co. $695.00
Green Brothers, Inc. $750.00
Mead House Wrecking $825.00
Viking Land Clearing $837.00
It was moved by Councilman Hunter, second by Councilman Maude
to approve the foregoing recommendation.
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Roll Call Vote as follows:
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AYES,: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
11. CONSIDERATION OF STREET TREE TRI11MING CONTRACT
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City Manager Gunn presented this memo dated October 17, 1973 and
recommendation that purchase orders be issued C'Fj'~_li-,
Sev%tsc& for tree trimming as needs dictate.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Hunter
to approve the foregoing recommendation.
Unanimously carried.
12. AMENDMENT TO STREET SWEEPING AGREEMENT.
City Manager Gunn presented this Amendment to the Street Sweeping
Agreement which was originally dated December 1, 1972.
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Andersen
to approve the amendment and authorize the Mayor to execute.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
13. CONSIDERATION OF ACTION - END OF FEDERAL PEP PROGRAM
City Manager Gunn presented this report dated October 12, 1973
and recommendation that the authorized complement of Park
Maintenance Men be increased at this time from five to eight.
There was no formal action taken at this time and it was the
consensus of the Council that Landscape Gardners be contacted for
quotations for maintaining our smaller parks.
Mrs. Holly Knapp, 8367 E. Whitmore, Rosemead addressed the Council
requesting that sand be placed beneath the play equipment at
Zapopan Park.
14. REPORT BY THE CITY ATTORNEY - RE: PROPOSED INITIATIVE PETITION
Subject: Notice of intention to circulate an ititiative petition
for the purpose of enacting an ordinance which would require prior
approval of the electorate, at a general or special election, of
certain actions relating to redevelopment which may in the future
be taken by the City Council.
Attorney Joehnck indicated that he did not have a formal opinion
in writing this evening as to the validity of the proposed initiative
petition; but that research to date indicates that the proposal
may be invalid and not proper subject for initiative.
Mr. Peter Wallin, Attorney representing thoseproposing this
initiative petition addressed the Council at this time.
15. SET PUBLIC HEARINGS: NOVEMBER 13, 1973
A. CBD ZONE
B. MISSION DRIVE UNDERGROUNDING COSTS
There were no objections and teh hearings were set as requested.
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COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS
16. TRAFFIC COMMISSION:
A. LA VICTORIA TRAFFIC MODIFICATION
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Traffic Engineer Envall presented this report and 4-part
recommendation from the Traffic Commission dated October 26, 1973.
a) Until such time that other access is provided to the La Victoria
Plant, truck traffic should be encouraged to use Rosemead Place
to Whitmore Street. Accomplished by relocating the "Three Ton
Weight Limit" sign on Rosemead Place at Garvey Avenue to
Whitmore Street.
b) Provide curbs on the north side of Whitmore Street east and
west of Leyburn Drive, presently unimproved.
c) Place "Park Off Roadway" signs on the two unimproved sections
east and west of Leyburn Drive until curbs are placed, and to
aid in vehicular movement.
d) Place red curb markings on the east and north sides of Driggs
Avenue/Whitmore Street between the residential structure and
the loading ramp to La Victoria, a distance of 56 feet.
Place red curb markings on the southwest corner of Whitmore
Street/DRiggs Avenue from 20 feet west of to 20 feet south of,
including the curb radius.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Taylor and
unanimously carried to approve a, c, & d of the foregoing recommendal~io
and set item b for public hearing.
Councilman Hunter commented on the 4-way signs at Dorothy and
Willard.
Mrs. Holly Knapp, 8367 E. Whitmore, Rosemead addressed the Council
regarding the above mentioned signs and stated that they are
obstructed by a tree and that there is no painting on the street.
The meeting was recessed to a meeting of the Redevelopment Agency
at 9:10 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 10:40 p.m.
COMMUNICATIONS
17. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: (not on agenda)
A. City Manager Gunn presented a letter from Supervisor Schabarum
inviting Rosemead and other nearby cities to a meeting with
the County Board of Supervisors on Wednesday, November 7, 1973
at 11:00 a.m.
The City Manager's office will make reservations.
B. City Manager Gunn presented a notice of hearing from John T. Knox
Chairman of the Assembly Committee on Local Government.
Date: November 9, 1973
Time & Place: 10:00 a.m. - Los Angeles Convention Center Rm. 2l6
Subjects: Mandatory LAFC representation for City of Los Angeles',
& Municipal Services by Counties (AB 2374)
C. City Manager Gunn presented this letter from John J. Gunther
Executive Director of the United States Conference of Mayors
regarding 1973 annual membership dues.
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18. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE:
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(not on agenda)
A. Mr. William Fernandez, resident of Pasadena and Rosemead businessma
addressed the Council asking that the Council consider a
moritorium on service stations.
MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS: There were none
There being no further business to come before the Council; It was
moved by Councilman Hunter, second by Councilman Maude and unanimously
carried that the meeting be adjourned.
Meeting adjourned at 10:49 p.m.
C Y CLERK
MAYOR OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
CITY COUNCIL
OCTOBER 23, 1973
A regular meeting of the Rosemead City Council was called to
order by the Deputy City Clerk at 8:00 p.m. and adjourned due
to lack of a quorum to Tuesday, October 30, 1973 at 8:00 p.m.
1AYOR OF THE C'ITY O ROS AD
STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING Notice
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES) OF ADJOURN14ENT OF MEETING.
I, Joan Glickman , being first duly sworn, deposes
and says: that I am the duly chosen, qualified and acting
Deputy City Clerk of the City Councii.....: of the City of Rosemead
that the regular meeting of the City Council
T of the City of Rosemead was held October 23 1973
and that said meeting was declared adjourned to the time
and place specified is the Notice of adjournment. ATTACHED
HERETO; that on October 23 , 1973 , at the hour of 8:05 . o'clock P.
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I posted a copy of said Notice ...at a conspicuous place on or
near the door of the place at.which said meeting of October 23 1913
was held.
datedz October 24, 1973