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CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
CITY COUNCIL
FEBRUARY 13, 1973
A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Rosemead
was held in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 8838 East Valley
Boulevard and called to order by Mayor Hunter at 8:00 p.m.
1. CALL TO ORDER.
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Taylor.
The Invocation was delivered by Reverend Kenneth Harry of the
First Baptist Church.
2. ROLL CALL
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Present: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
Absent: Councilmen: None
Ex officio: Davenport, Foutz, Gunn, Miller, Tripepi, Watson
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: January 23, 1973 - Regular Meeting
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Taylor
and unanimously carried that the minutes of January 23, 1973 be
approved as printed.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
APPEAL OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 52.
Director of Planning Miller presented the factual data with regard
to the Planning Commission's denial of this permit to allow sale
of beer in conjunction with a restaurant and billiard parlor.
Mayor Hunter requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand
and be sworn in.
The oath was administered by City Clerk Davenport.
The hearing was declared open at 8:06 p.m.
Norman G. Oliver, Attorney representing the applicants asked that
the Council grant a continuance of this hearing to the next
regular meeting on February 27, 1973.
Mr. Gary Taylor, 9541 Marshall asked about the continuance.
Mayor Hunter stated if there were no objections, this public hearing
would be continued until February 27, 1973. There were no objections..
APPEAL OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 55.
Planning Director Miller presented the factual data with regard to
the Planning Commission°s approval of this permit to allow the
applicants to operate a guest home at 8760 E. Edmond Drive.
Mayor Hunter requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand
and be sworn in.
The oath was administered by City Clerk Davenport.
The hearing was declared open at 8:11 p.m.
Proponents:
Ruth Cooper, 4323 N. Muscatel 1 1.
Rita Bangert, 87,60 E. Edmond Drive (applicant)
Nelson Williams, 4319 AT. Muscatel
Mr. Bangert, 8760 E. Edmond Drive
Opponents:
Lloyd Alexander, 4403 N. Muscatel
Joe Alexander, 9535 E. Marshall
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Mr. Mather, 8734 Edmond Dr.
Robert Cooper, 4409 N. Muscatel
David Brown, 8745 E. Edmond Dr.
John Cook, 4411 N. Muscatel
Otto Peters, 8738 Edmond Dr.
Mrs. Alexander, 4403 Muscatel
Mrs. Bangert and Mrs. Cooper gave rebuttal to the opposition.
The hearing closed at 8:45 p.m.
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Andersen
that Conditional Use Permit No. 55 be denied and the appeal upheld.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: Pike
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
The meeting was recessed at 9:06 p.m. It reconvened at 9:15 p.m.
NEW BUSINESS
6. RESOLUTION NO. 73-12. 'CLAIMS AND DEMANDS.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING
CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $171,194.83 AND DEMANDS
NUMBERS 13835-13933.
City Treasurer Foutz presented this Resolution by title.
Warrant No. 13852 in the amount of $6.40 was discussed and deleted
until the City Manager verifies the expenditure.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Maude
that further reading be waived and Resolution No. 73-12 be adopted
with the deletion as noted above.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilman: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
7. RESOLUTION NO. 73-13. ADOPTING PROCEDURES FOR CITY EMPLOYEE BLOOD BANK.
A RESOLUTION OF THE ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL ADOPTING PROCEDURES FOR
IMPLEMENTING AN ADEQUATE GROUP BLOOD BANK FOR CITY EMPLOYEES.
Attorney Watson presented this Resolution by title.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Taylor
that further reading be waived and Resolution No. 73-13 be adopted.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
8. AWARD OF CONTRACT. EXTERIOR REMODELING OF GARVEY PARK GYM.
City Manager Gunn stated the following bids were received and
recommended the low bid of J.B.S. Construction be accepted and
the Mayor authorized to execute the contract.
J.B.S. Construction $4,522.00
Tracy Construction $4,748.00
John A. Adamson ..............$5,540.00
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It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Andersen
to adopt the foregoing recommendation.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
9. ACCEPTANCE OF AGREEMENTS & BONDS FOR SANITARY SEWERS AND WATER
MAINS FOR PARCEL MAP NO. 3599• (SAN GABRIEL & WALNUT GROVE).
City Manager Gunn stated the above mentioned paperwork is in order
with the exception of an address correction and recommended
approval be conditional upon the City Manager receiving the
agreements and bonds with corrected information.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Maude
that the foregoing recommendation be approved.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
10. DEL MAR (HELLMAN-GRAVES) - RIGHT-OF-WAY ACQUISITION.
City Manager Gunn presented a request and recommendation for a
minute order directing staff to commence procurement of right-of-way
for Del Mar (Hellman-Graves) which was budgeted at $25,000.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Pike
that the foregoing recommendation be approved and right-of-way
acquisition be started.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
11. REQUEST FOR INCREASE - MERCHANTS BUILDING MAINTENANCE.
City Manager Gunn presented a letter from Merchants Building
Maintenance Company,currently under contract with the City, requesting
an increase of $14.00 in their monthly compensation; and a
recommendation that their agreement be amended to provide for this
increase.
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Pike
that the foregoing recommendation be approved.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
12. REPORT ON DRUG ABUSE PROGRAM - INGLESIDE MENTAL HEALTH CENTER.
City Manager Gunn read the letter from Dr. Blumenthal, Director of
Consultation & Education at Ingleside regarding the proposed drug
abuse program indicating it is essentially a program of prevention
and education and pointing out the program will require a great
deal of cooperative effort, especially with the various schools
and school boards involved.
It was the general concensus of the Council that a meeting should
be held with Dr. Blumenthal and that the four major school boards
should be given copies of the program requesting approval, comment,
or criticism.
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13. RECOMMENDATION FOR POSSIBLE FURTHER DEVELOPMENT - ZAPOPAN PARK
City Manager Gunn stated that funds are available in the
budgeted park development account and recommended that Council
direct staff to proceed within the limit of available funds to
complete Zapopan Park.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Taylor
that the Council approve further development of Zapopan Park and
make funds available in the form of a loan ($27,000 at 7% interest)
to the Rosemead Redevelopment Agency for this development.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Maude
that the above motion be amended to limit the suggested picnic
pads to 5.
Roll Call Vote as follows: (on amendment)
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
Roll Call Vote as follows: (on complete motion)
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
14. ADOPTION OF BUDGET CALENDAR.
City Manager Gunn presented a suggested budget calendar for
Fiscal Year 1973-74.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Andersen
and unanimously carried that the Budget Calendar as suggested
be received.
15. CLAIM AGAINST CITY - PHILIP T. BIELAT.
City Manager Gunn presented a letter of claim from Philip T. Bielat,
and recommendation that the Council deny this claim and refer to
the insurance carrier.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Taylor
that the recommendation to deny and refer to the insurance carrier
be approved.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
16. APPOINTMENT OF TRAFFIC COMMISSIONER.
The meeting was recessed to a personnel session at 9:50 p.m.
The meeting reconvened at 10:00 p.m. with all present.
Mayor Hunter stated it was his pleasure to reappoint Mr. Sam Spillers, Jr
to the Traffic Commission for a two-year term.
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Pike and
unanimously carried that the foregoing appointment be ratified.
17. SET PUBLIC HEARINGS: STAFF RECOMMENDS FEBRUARY 27, 1973
Street Improvements:
W/S Muscatel (Mission Dr.-Edmond Dr.) Curb, Gutter, & Driveway Approach
W/S Muscatel (Edmond Dr.-Scott St.) Curb, Gutter, & Driveway Approach
E/S Muscatel (Mission Dr.-Lawrence) Curb, Gutter, Sidewalk & Approaches.
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Confirmation of Assessments:
NIS Garvey Ave.(Evelyn-Del Mar) Sidewalks
NIS Garvey Ave.(Prospect-West City Limit) Sidewalks
N/S Garvey Ave.(Walnut Gr.-Willard)Sidewalks, Curb, Gutter, & Approaches
N/S Garvey Ave.(Burton-Bartlett)Sidewalks, Curb, Gutter, & Approaches:
NIS Garvey Ave.(Bartlett-Muscatel)Sidewalk, Curb, Gutter, & Approaches
NIS Garvey Ave.(Muscatel-Ivar) Sidewalks, Curb, & Gutter
N/S Garvey Ave.(Rosemead P1-Sullivan) Sidewalks
S/S Garvey Ave.(New-Dequine) Sidewalks
S/S Garvey Ave.(Prospect-Jackson) Sidewalks, Curb, & Gutter
S/S Garvey Ave.(Stingle-River) Sidewalk, Curb, & Gutter
S/S Garvey Ave.(Walnut Grove-La Presa) Sidewalks
There were no objections and the public hearings were set as requested.
The meeting was recessed at 10:04 p.m. It reconvened at 10:16 p.m.
COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS:
18. PLANNING COMMISSION: SET PUBLIC HEARINGS FOR FEBRUARY 27, 1973
A. PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF DEEP LOT ORDINANCE.
B. ZONE CHANGE No. 63.
There were no objections and the public hearings were set as requested.
19. TRAFFIC COMMISSION:
A. WALNUT GROVE AVE.(HELLMAN-GARVEY): PEDESTRIAN CORSSING.
City Manager Gunn presented the recommendation of the Traffic
Engineer and Traffic Commission that the request for a crosswalk
be denied.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Taylor
and unanimously carried that the recommendation of the Traffic
Engineer and Traffic Commission be approved.
COMMUNICATIONS:
20. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS: There were none.
21. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE:
The following people addressed the Council:
A. Mr. Case, 3477 Garvey, Rosemead - Re: Trash Service.
B. Mr. Paul Bezaire, Co-Owner of Park Monterey, Rosemead -
Re: Trash service. He presented the Clerk with a $1,200
check and a $34.50 check for payment of trash collection
by Modern Service Co.
City Attorney Watson advised Mr. Bezaire that the City would
not accept these checks and that if left, they would be returned
by mail.
Mr. Bezaire also presented a claim in the amount of $5.00.
City Attorney Watson recommended it be placed on the next agenda.
C. Mr. Richard Carman, 1415 Palm, San Gabriel - Re: Redevelopment
D. Mrs. Miller, 9031 Bentel, Rosemead - Re: Redevelopment boundaries.
E. Mr. Gary Taylor, 9541 E. Marshall, Rosemead - Asked to be
notified of the meeting between the City and the School Board
with regard to Redevelopment.
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F. Lillian Sacco, 3220 N. Walnut Grove, Rosemead - Re: Redevelopment
G. Mary Maloof, 622 San Ynez Lane, San Gabriel - Re: Trash Service.
H. Joe Alexander, 9535 E. Marshall, Rosemead - Re: Redevelopment
Area No. 2.
I. Gary Taylor, 9541 Marshall, Rosemead - Re: Availability of
City records.
22. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS
A. City Treasurer Foutz announced a Sister City Special
Committee Program open to all persons interested to be
held Saturday, February 17th at the Covina Bowl.
B. Councilman Taylor mentioned he received another call from
Mr. Stephenson of 7629 Graves, regarding a water problem.
Mr. Tripepi stated staff is aware of the problem.
C. Councilman Pike stated that in view of the recent fires and
deaths he would suggest we review our Fire Escape Ordinance
.in R-3 zones. He also would like to have us keep in mind
the Buisness License Ordinance study and the Animal Ordinance
study both of which are now in committee with the Planning
Commission.
D. Councilman Maude stated that with regard to Animal Control,
the County Pound has a mandated mission to control these problems.
Mayor Hunter expressed his great pride in the returning Vietnam
Prisoners of War and the entire Council concurred.
There being no further business to come before the Council, It was
moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Andersen and
unanimously carried to adjourn the meeting.
Meeting adjourned at 11:20 p.m.
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