CC - 01-09-73CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
CITY COUNCIL
JANUARY 9, 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 Maude.
The Invocation was delivered by Councilman Andersen.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
Absent: Councilmen: None
Ex officio: Davenport, Envall, Foutz, Gunn, Levy, Miller, Tripepi,
Watson
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: DECEMBER 12, 1972 - REGULAR MEETING
DECEMBER 26, 1972 - ADJOURNED MEETING
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Pike and
unanimously carried that the minutes of December 12, 1972 and
December 26, 1972 be approved as written.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
CONFIRMATION OF ASSESSMENTS:
4. RESOLUTION NO. 73-1. W/S RIO HONDO AVE. (VALLEY-MARSHALL)
Mr. Tripepi stated the assessments for this project total $2,821.77
and that notices were mailed to all affected property owners,
Mayor Hunter requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand
and be sworn in. There was no response.
The Hearing was declared open at 8:03 P.M. No one responded and
it closed immediately.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
CONFIRMING THE STREET SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT AND ASSESSMENTS THEREIN
(RIO HONDO AVE., W/S, VALLEY TO MARSHALL).
Attorney Watson presented this Resolution by title.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Maude
that further reading be waived and Resolution No. 73-1 be adopted.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
5. RESOLUTION NO. 73-2. E/S RIO HONDO AVE. (VALLEY-STEELE).
Mr. Tripepi stated the assessments for this project total $771.90
and that notices were mailed to all affected property owners.
Mayor Hunter requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand
and be sworn in. There was no response.
The Hearing was declared open at 8:05 P.M. No one responded and
it closed immediately.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
CONFIRMING THE STREET SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT AND ASSESSMENTS THEREIN
(RIO HONDO AVENUE, EAST SIDE, VALLEY TO STEELE).
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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. 73-2 be adopted.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
6. RESOLUTION NO. 73-3• S/S DE ADALENA (RIO HONDO-ELLIS LANE).
Mr. Tripepi stated the assessments for this project total $1,169.10
and that notices were mailed to all affected property owners.
Mayor Hunter requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand
and be sworn in. There was no response.
The Hearing was declared open at 8:07 P.M. No one responded and
it closed immediately.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
CONFIRMING THE STREET SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT AND ASSESSMENTS THEREIN
(DE ADALENA STREET, SOUTH SIDE, RIO HONDO TO ELLIS LANE).
Attorney Watson presented this Resolution by title.
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Pike
that further reading be waived and Resolution No, 73-3 be adopted.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
7. RESOLUTION NO. 73-4. B/S ALLEY (EAST OF SAN GABRIEL BLVD. & NORTH
OF KLINGERMAN): ALLEY GUTTER.
Mr. Tripepi stated the assessments for this project total $1,363.34
and that notices were mailed to all affected property owners.
Mayor Hunter requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand
and be sworn in. There was no response.
The Hearing was declared open at 8:08 P.M. No one responded and
it closed immediately.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
CONFIRMING THE STREET SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT AND ASSESSMENTS THEREIN
(ALLEY, BOTH SIDES, EAST OF SAN GABRIEL, NORTH OF KLINGERMAN).
Attorney Watson presented this Resolution by title.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman.Andersen
that further reading be waived and Resolution No. 73-4 be adopted.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
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8. RESOLUTION NO. 73-5. S/S RALPH ST. (RIO HONDO-ELLIS.LANE).
Mr. Tripepi stated the assessments for this project total $3,478.83
and that notices were mailed to all affected property owners.
Mayor Hunter requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand
and be sworn in. There was no response.
The Hearing was declared open at 8:10 P.M. No one responded and
it closed immediately.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA,
CONFIRMING THE STREET SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT AND ASSESSMENTS THEREIN
(RALPH STREET, SOUTH SIDE, RIO HONDO TO ELLIS LANE).
Attorney Watson presented this Resolution by title.
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Andersen
that further reading be waived and Resolution No. 73-5 be adopted.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
9. RESOLUTION NO. 73-6• E/S BARTLETT AVE. (VALLEY-SCOTT).
Mr. Tripepi stated the assessments for this project total $1,343.73
and that notices were mailed to all affected property owners.
Mayor Hunter requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand
and be sworn in. There was no response.
The Hearing was declared open at 8:13 P.M. No one responded and
it closed immediately.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
CONFIRMING THE STREET SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT AND ASSESSMENTS THEREIN
(BARTLETT AVENUE, EAST SIDE, VALLEY TO SCOTT).
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. 73-6 be adopted.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
10. RESOLUTION NO. 73-7. NIS VALLEY BLVD. ( BARTLETT-WEST CITY LIMIT).
Mr. Tripepi stated the assessments for this project total $2,333.38
and that notices were mailed to all affected property owners.
Mayor Hunter requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand
and be sworn in. There was no response.
The Hearing was declared open at 8:15 P.M. No one responded and
it closed immediately.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
CONFIRMING THE STREET SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT AND ASSESSMENTS THEREIN
(VALLEY BOULEVARD, NORTH SIDE, BARTLETT TO WEST CITY LIMITS).
Attorney Watson presented this Resolution by title.
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It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Andersen
that further reading be waived and Resolution No. 73-7 be adopted.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
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STREET IMPROVEMENTS:
S/S STEELE ST. (HART-RIO HONDO): SIDEWALK & DRIVEWAY APPROACH.
Mr. Tripepi stated this proposed street improvement involves
installation of sidewalk & driveway approach and that notices
were mailed as required by law.
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 8:16P.M.
The following people addressed the Council regarding this project:
Anna Carlson, 9256 Steele St., Rosemead, Ca.
Ruth Latimer, 9326 Steele St., Rosemead, Ca.
Gloria Vaddvich, 9332 Steele St., Rosemead, Ca.
The Hearing closed at 8:33 P.M.
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Andersen
that we proceed with this improvement as funds are available.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
ABSTAIN: Councilmen: Pike
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS
ORDINANCE NO. 347. ZONE CHANGE NO. 62. A-1 to C-3. SECOND READING.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD CHANGING THE ZONE OF CERTAIN
PROPERTY AND AMENDING THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE (ZONE CHANGE
CASE NO. 62).
Attorney Watson presented this Ordinance by title.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Pike
that further reading be waived and Ordinance No. 347 be adopted.
Roll Call "Dote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
NEW BUSINESS
13• RESOLUTION NO. 73-8. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING
CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $65,906.17 AND DEMANDS
NUMBERS 13670-13762.
City Treasurer Foutz presented this Resolution by title.
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It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Maude
that further reading be waived and Resolution No. 73-8 be adopted.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
RESOLUTION NO. 73-9. PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD DECLARING
SUPPORT FOR THE PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM AS AUTHORIZED BY THE
EMERGENCY EMPLOYMENT ACT OF 1971•
Attorney Watson presented this Resolution by title.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Andersen
to amend Resolution 73-9, Section 1, adding: as it has
been established by the Federal Government and administered by
the County of Los Angeles as a Program Agent." and that further
reading be waived and Resolution No. 73-9 be adopted.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
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The Council asked that the above Resolution be forwarded to the
President of the United States, Congressmen, and all agencies concerned.
HEARING OFFICER'S REPORT: SANDY'S - BILLIARDS ONLY.
City Manager Gunn presented the above report and read the conditions
in full with a recommendation that the license be issued subject
to the conditions stated.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Maude
that the above license be granted subject to the Hearing Officer's
recommendations.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: Hunter
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
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AUTHORIZATION TO PROCEED: COORDINATION- OF STREET WORK WITH
STORM DRAIN CONSTRUCTION. (JACKSON & GARVALIA).
City Manager Gunn presented a memorandum and proposal from
H. M. Scott & Associates regarding the above project, and recommended
that the firm of H.M. Scott & Associates be authorized to proceed
with plans and specifications in accordance with their proposal; and
that the City prepare to proceed with street improvements as rapidly
as the storm drain installation is completed.
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Maude
that the foregoing recommendation be approved.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, [laude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
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AUTHORIZATION TO PROCEED WITH ANNEXATION NO. 42.
Annexation No. 42 involves a 2.38 acre uninhabited parcel
bounded on the east by the Whittier Narrows Golf Course and cn
the west by Walnut Grove Avenue. The annexation has been
requested by the owners of the property, Mr. & Mrs. Karl Tatum,
who reside at 1140 Walnut Grove Avenue in the City of Rosemead.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Taylor
and unanimously carried that authorization to proceed with
Annexation No. 42 be granted.
18. REQUEST FOR STUDY SESSION RE: BUSINESS REGULATIONS.
City Manager Gunn presented a request recommending that a study
session be held for the purpose of discussing business regulation
permits .
Councilman Pike suggested that discussion of animal regulations
be included in this study session.
There were no objections and Mayor Hunter instructed the City Manager
to arrange for a dinner meeting on Tuesday, January 16.
19. REQUEST TO ATTEND SPRING CITY MANAGERS' CONFERENCE.
City Manager Gunn informed the Council the annual Spring Meeting
of the City Managers' Department, League of California Cities is
being held in Oakland this year, February 21-23, 1973, and requested
authorization for his attendance including use of a City car.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Maude that
the above request be approved with actual expenses paid including
use of the City car.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
20. REPORT OF PERSONNEL CHANGES.
City Manager Gunn presented a memorandum of several personnel
changes to be made within the City organization.
The Council accepted the report with no objections.
The meeting was adjourned to a personnel' session at 9:03 P.M.
The meeting reconvened with all present at 9:35 P.M.
21. APPOINTMENT OF TRAFFIC COMMISSIONER.
Mayor Hunter stated he wished to reappoint Mr. Frank Magallanes
to the Traffic Commission; said term to expire January, 1975.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen
and unanimously carried that the foregoing appointment be ratified.
COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS
22. PLANNING COMMISSION?:
A. Set Public Hearings: Staff Recommends January 23, 1973•
1. Proposed Amendment to the Zoning Ordinance.
It was general consensus that this item be placed under study at
this time.
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Attorney Watson asked that a public hearing be set for January 23, 1973
to consider the extension of Ordinance No. 337•
There were no objections and the hearing was set as requested.
23. TRAFFIC COMMISSION:
A. 8919 GARVEY AVE. TIME LIMIT PARKING MODIFICATIONS
Traffic Engineer Envall presented the above report and recommendation
from the Traffic Commission that two-hour parking at 8919 Garvey Ave.
be modified to commence 255 feet east of the east curb line of Ivar
extending easterly, requiring the relocation of one sign and one
post with a right arrow to be placed at the east line of the second
drive east of Ivar.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Andersen
and unanimously carried that the foregoing recommendation be approved.
B. ELLIS LANE BETWEEN TEMPLE CITY BLVD. & MARSHALL ST. -
STRIPING MODIFICATION.
Traffic Engineer Envall presented the above report and recommendation
from the Traffic Commission that existing single centerline striping
be modified to provide a double centerline to all the intersecting
streets for a distance of 50 feet.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Taylor and
unanimously carried that the foregoing recommendation be approved.
C. VALLEY BLVD. & ROSEMEAD BLVD. - MINOR MOVEMENT MODIFICATIONS.
Traffic Engineer Envall presented the above report and recommendation
from the Traffic Commission that signal upgrading for minor
movements on Valley Blvd. and Rosemead Blvd. be expedited, eliminating
westbound to southbound movements from Steele Street into Rosemead
Blvd. and southbound Rosemead Blvd. into Steele St.
Mr. Berk Kellogg of First City Bank addressed the Council and
presented his views on the signal modifications and discussed the
possibility of a realignment of Steele Street at its west approach
to Rosemead Blvd.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Taylor and
unanimously carried to approve the recommendation of the Traffic
Commission and instruct staff to diligently pursue a route of
ingress and egress for businesses on Rosemead Boulevard.
Mayor Hunter recessed the meeting at 10:02 P.M. Reconvened at 10:11 P.M.
COMMUNICATIONS
24. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS:
A. L.A. COUNTY ROAD DEPT. - PROPOSED PROJECT ON SAN GABRIEL BLVD.
Councilman Pike suggested a Resolution be adopted supporting this
project. RESOLUTION NO. 73-10.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD SUPPORTING
THE PROPOSAL OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TO IMPROVE SAN GABRIEL
BOULEVARD BETWEEN THE POMONA FREEWAY AND ROSEMEAD BOULEVARD.
Attorney Watson presented this Resolution by title.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen
that further reading be waived and Resolution 73-10 be adopted.
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Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
B. U.S. DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR - APPROVAL OF' APPLICATION FOR
SURPLUS FEDERAL PROPERTY/WHITTIER NARROWS FLOOD CONTROL BASIN.
City Manager Gunn presented this communication in full which states
our application for surplus Federal property (2 acres immediately
south of Garvey Blvd.) has been approved.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Andersen
and unanimously carried to accept the foregoing communication.
25. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE.
A. Mrs. Ruth Albert, 8742 Scott St., Rosemead addressed the Council
and asked that a license fee be refunded. .
Mayor Hunter asked City Manager Gunn to again research this matter.
B. Mr. Gary Taylor, 9541 E. Marshall, Rosemead asked if the
Redevelopment Agency agenda could be put out with the Council
agenda.
Mayor Hunter asked that this be done.
26. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS.
A. City Treasurer Foutz announced the Annual Conference of
Sister Cities to be held January 27 & 28 in Downey; and
A Sister Cities Youth Art Exhibit which will be shown at
The Art Gallery, Monterey Park, on January 12.
B. City Clerk Davenport informed the Council she received an
appeal for Conditional Use Permit No. 53, denied by the
Planning Commission and asked if the Council wished to set
a public hearing to hear this appeal on January 23, 1973.
There were no objections and the hearing will be set for
January 23, 1973.
C. City Manager Gunn reported a. second Revenue Sharing check
has been received and deposited in the amount of $72,807
and that a 5% retention is being held for possible future
adjustments.
D. Councilman Maude made reference to a "very unusual" stop
sign located at the approach of Ellis Lane onto Temple City
Blvd. It is just stuck in the ground located between two
moving lanes.
Traffic Engineer Envall will investigate and report back.
E. Councilman Pike requested better maintenance for the Valley
Boulevard Beautification District, indicating several items
in need of repair; and
Councilman Pike indicated a needed street repair at the
northeast corner of Rosemead Blvd. and Valley Blvd.
F. Councilman Taylor mentioned he received a letter from Fay Davis
of 8545 Norwood Place regarding alleged violations of use in
the R-1 zone.
Mr. Miller stated he has been in contact with Fay Davis regarding
this problem.
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There being no further business to come before the Council, it
was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Pike and
unanimously carried to adjourn the meeting to a study session
at the T & J Restaurant, Tuesday, January 16, at 7:00 P.M.
Meeting Adjourned at 10:30 P.M.
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SiI OF ROSEMEAD
MAYOR
CITY OF ROSEMEAD