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CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
CITY COUNCIL
OCTOBER 10, 1972
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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 Reverend Kenneth Mathis of the
Rosemead Church of Christ.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Taylor
Absent: Councilmen: Pike
Ex officio: Chambers, Davenport, Gunn, Miller, Watson
Mayor Hunter asked the record show Councilman Pike is excused from
this meeting.
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: SEPTEMBER 26, 1972 - REGULAR MTG.(Revised)
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Andersen
and unanimously carried that the revised minutes of September 26, 1972
be approved as printed.
SPECIAL PRESENTATION
4. MR. HAROLD BURRIS - PLANNING COMMISSIONER (resigned).
The Council presented Mr. Burris with a formal resolution,
commending him for a fine job as Planning Commissioner for
the City of Rosemead.
RESOLUTION NO. 72-65. THANKING AND COMMENDING MR. HAROLD BURRIS
Mayor Hunter read the Resolution in full.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Taylor
and unanimously carried that Resolution 72-65 be adopted.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
5. ORDINANCE NO. 343. ADOPTION OF ELECTRICAL CODE. SECOND READING.
Mayor Hunter requested anyone wishing to be heard to please
stand and be sworn in. No one responded.
The hearing was declared open at 8:10 P.M. No one responded
and it closed immediately.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ADOPTING BY REFERENCE,
PURSUANT TO SECTION 50022.2 ET. SEQ. OF THE GOVERNMENT CODE,
THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY ELECTRICAL CODE AS CONTAINED IN THE
1972 EDITION OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY ELECTRICAL CODE
PUBLISHED BY BUILDING NEWS, INC., AND AMENDING THE ROSEMEAD
MUNICIPAL CODE.
Attorney Watson presented this Ordinance by title.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Maude
and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and
Ordinance No. 343 be adopted.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Pike
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6. ZONE CHANGE CASE 59.
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A-1 to PD. 934-949 NO. SAN GABRIEL BLVD.
Mr. Miller presented the factual data and recommendation from
the Planning Commission for approval.
Mayor Hunter presented a petition from Mr. Al Gabrick, signed
by concerned residents of the area near this zone change.
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 8:16 P.M.
Mr. Wolfgang Jahn, 1033 No. Roseglen, asked why he had not been
notified of the zone change, and questioned environmental aspects.
It was explained that all property owners within 300 feet were
notified as required by law. Mr. Jahn is outside this area.
Attorney Watson commented on the recent State Supreme Court ruling
requiring environmental impact statements.
Mr. Al Gabrick, 8546 E1 Camino Drive, Rosemead acted as spokesman
for approximately 15 people in the audience. He stated they were
not opposed to changes or new developments in the area but are
concerned with proper development. He also mentioned the new
law regarding environmental studies.
Mr. Stuart Riddle, developer of the subject property explained
the proposed development and answered questions.
Mr. Wong, 8525 E1 Camino Drive, Rosemead stated he was not
against the development but was concerned about the cul de sac
streets and safety of the children in the area.
Mr. Riddle stated the plans should be ready in about a month.
Mr. Gabrick requested notification of the meeting where these
plans will be discussed.
Mrs. Doris Karnes, 4619 Doreen, E1 Monte, asked who would approve
the plans.
Attorney Watson stated they would go before both the Planning
Commission and the City Council.
Mr. Jerry Shue, 1043 No. Roseglen, asked about the wall being
proposed for the development.
It was the feeling of the Council that the wall should be 6 feet
high from the highest elevation and on the property owners side.
The hearing was closed at 8:50 P.M.
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Maude
and unanimously carried that Zone Change No. 59 be approved.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Pike
ORDINANCE NO. 345. APPROVING ZONE CHANGE NO. 59. INTRODUCTION.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD CHANGING THE ZONE OF CERTAIN
PROPERTY AND AMENDING THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE (ZONE CHANGE N0.59.)
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Attorney Watson presented this Ordinance by title.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Taylor
and unanimously carried that further reading be waived and
Ordinance No. 345 be introduced.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Taylor
NOES: 'Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Pike
7. PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE ALLOWING ADDITIONAL
DWELLING UNITS ON DEEP LOTS IN R-1 AND R-2 ZONES.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Andersen
and unanimously carried that this item be referred back to the
Planning Commission for further study.
Street Improvements:
8. S/S VALLEY BLVD. BETWEEN DELTA & WALNUT GROVE. SIDEWALK & DRIVEWAY.
Mr. Chambers stated the proposed -improvements include
installation of sidewalk and driveway approaches and that all
affected property owners have been notified of this hearing.
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 8:59 P.M.
Mrs. Ruth Albert., 8742 Scott Street, Rosemead, spoke regarding
street improvements in general.
The hearing was closed at 9:05 P.M.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Andersen
and unanimously carried 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: Pike
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
9. ORDINANCE NO. 344. ZONE CHANGE NO. 60. 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. 60).
Attorney Watson presented this Ordinance by title.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Taylor
and unanimously carried that further reading be waived and
Ordinance No. 344 be adopted.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Pike
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10. REPORT ON SIDEWALKS FOR MISSION DRIVE/REQUEST BY MR. RALPH STRINZ.
Mr. Gunn presented a report on the subject sidewalks and
recommended that staff be authorized and/or directed to have
sidewalks placed in front of 8941 and 8945 Mission Drive at
City expense.
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Maude
and unanimously carried that the foregoing recommendation be
approved.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen
Councilmen
Councilmen
NEW BUSINESS
11. RESOLUTION NO. 72-66
Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Taylor
None
Pike
CLAIMS AND DEMANDS.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING
CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF ' ^^wc ~`voi vv AND DEMANDS
NUMBERS 13293-13368.~v2 67.67 C ~
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Attorney Watson presented this Resolution by title,
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Maude
and unanimously carried that further reading be waived and
Resolution No. 72-66 be adopted.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Pike
12. RESOLUTION NO. 72-67. ADOPTING EMERGENCY OPERATIONS PLAN.
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ADOPTING
THE EMERGENCY PLAN FOR THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD.
Attorney Watson presented this Resolution by title.
Mr. Gunn stated an emergency operations plan must be adopted by
law and recommended approval.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Andersen
and unanimously carried that further reading be waived and
Resolution No. 72-67 be adopted.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Pike
13. CLAIM FOR DAMAGES - AVELINO FLORES.
Mr. Gunn presented this claim and stated inspection of the
premises has been made. He recommends the claim be denied and
referred to our insurance carrier.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Taylor
and unanimously carried that the foregoing recommendation be
approved and the claim referred to our insurance carrier.
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14. CHANGE ORDER - CASH CONTRACT 3167 - TEMPLE CITY BLVD.
City Manager Gunn presented this request for change order
in the amount of $1,410.26 and recommended approval.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Andersen
and unanimously carried that the foregoing recommendation be
approved.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Pike
15• APPROPRIATION FOR LANDSCAPING AT GARVEY PARK CLUBHOUSE.
City Manager Gunn presented this request for funds in the amount
of $1,600.00 for landscaping at the new clubhouse facility.
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Maude
and unanimously carried that the foregoing request be approved,
and the funds be appropriated to account 8082.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Pike
16. PROPOSED BARRICADE OF SUBSTANDARD BUILDING - 8213 EAST GRAVES.
Mr. Gunn presented this request by the L.A. County Engineers office
for authorization to proceed under ordinance provisions to have
the subject building barricaded and upon completion of the work to
collect the actual costs.
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Maude
and unanimously carried that the foregoing request be approved.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Pike
17. SET PUBLIC HEARING FOR STREET IMPROVEMENT. OCTOBER 24, 1972.
A. NIS RALPH ST. (RIO HONDO-ELLIS LANE)
There were no objections and the above hearing was set as requested.
18. PROJECT AREA COMMITTEE - REDEVELOPMENT AREA NO. 1.
City Manager Gunn presented a memorandum to the Council in full.
Discussion followed regarding formation of a committee.
Attorney Watson asked that this item be delayed until later in
the meeting to enable him to check the statute. So ordered.
19. REQUEST FOR REDEVELOPMENT FUND APPROPRIATION. ANGELUS & RUSH STREETS.
Mr. Gunn presented this request for fund appropriation in the
amount of $17,100 for Angelus, w/s, Klingerman to Rush and $25,000
for Rush, n/s, San Gabriel to Angelus which are in the Redevelopment
Agency Project Area No. 1; and recommended that a loan in the
amount of $42,100 be approved by the City Council to the Rosemead
Redevelopment Agency.
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It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Taylor
and unanimously carried that the foregoing recommendation be
approved with the loan to be repaid at 7% interest.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Pike
20. PROPOSAL FROM WILSEY & HAM.
City Manager Gunn recommended this item be held for further
consideration. So ordered.
21. RESOLUTION NO. 72-68. DESIGNATING SURVEY AREA FOR REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD DESIGNATING
A SURVEY AREA. PURSUANT TO SECTION 33310 OF THE HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE.
Attorney Watson presented this Resolution in full.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second'by Councilman Maude
and unanimously carried that Resolution No. 72-68 be adopted.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Pike
18. CONTINUED FROM ABOVE...
Attorney Watson stated that to form a Project Area Committee, it would
take only a minute order by the City Council.
SPECIAL REQUEST TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL
22. MRS. LILLIAN SACCO. RESPONDING TO LETTER DATED SEPTEMBER 26, 1972•
Mrs. Sacco asked that this item be carried over to the next agenda,
but that she be allowed to make a short statement at this time.
There were no objections, and so ordered.
Mrs. Sacco made reference to section 33385 of the Health and Safety
Code with regard to a Project Area Committee, and questioned whether
the committee must be set up within 60 days after the project area
is selected.
Attorney Watson will study this and report back to the Council.
COMMUNICATIONS
23. A. LETTER FROM MRS. SARAH SLOAN. RE: UNITED NATIONS.
Mrs. Sloan spoke with regard to her letter requesting the Council
declare October 24, 1972 a "Day of Shame'.'
Mayor Hunter informed Mrs. Sloan the Council would not act upon
United Nations Day or A Day of Shame and questioned the fact that
this was municipal business.
Mr. Richard Travis, 941 Westwood Blvd., Los Angeles and President
of the United Nations Committee in Southern California spoke in
rebuttal of Mrs. Sloan's statements regarding the United Nations.
The meeting was recessed at 9:55 P.M. It reconvened at 9:57 P.M.
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24. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE.
A. Mrs. Ruth Albert, 8742 Scott St., Rosemead addressed the
Council on various subjects.
B. Mrs. Lillian Sacco,-3220 N. Walnut Grove Ave., Rosemead, asked
about the two projects the Redevelopment Agency accepted a loan for.
It was explained that these projects are Angelus Street and Rush
Street.
C. Mr. Rudy Aguilar, 2443 N. Earle St., Rosemead questioned
the 10 minute time limit allowed for oral communications.
Attorney Watson answered that the Council has the privilege
to place a reasonable time limit so that everyone can be heard.
D. Mr. Carlos Estrada, 2412 No. Delta, Rosemead asked what the
boundaries are of the Angelus Street project discussed. It was
explained they are Klingerman and Rush.
Also, Mr. Estrada referred to a pamphlet being circulated entitled
"Why Get Rid of Redevelopmet" and he rebutted the statements made
in this pamphlet in opposition to Redevelopment.
E. Mr. J. J. Lyons, Monterey Park and Vice-President of the
San Gabriel Valley Taxpayer's Association asked that he be allowed
to relinquish his time to Mr. Estrada so that he could finish.
Mayor Hunter allowed Mr. Estrada to finish his presentation.
Councilman Andersen stated objection to this practice and
Mayor Hunter asked the feeling of the other Councilmen.
It was decided that the intention of the 10 minute policy was
to allow only 10 minutes per person and that there would be no
delegating or "stockpiling" of another's time allowed in the future.
F. Mr. Anton, Rosemead, questioned agenda items 20 and 21 and
their relation to each other. He also expressed his desire to
serve on a Redevelopment Area Committee if formed. He was instructed
to communicate with the Mayor with regard to the committee.
G. Mrs. Doris Karnes, 4619 Doreen, E1 Monte spoke in behalf
of Mr. & Mrs. Macchia of 8857 Mission Drive with regard to the
appraisal of their property.
City Manager Gunn informed Mrs. Karnes and the Matthias that he
now had a new appraisal. An appointment was set with Mr. Gunn for
4:45 P.M. on Wednesday, October 11, 1972 to review the new appraisal.
Mrs. Karnes also spoke on her concerns regarding redevelopment.
Councilman Maude answered Mrs. Karnes and explained many functions
and policies of Rosemead's Redevelopment Agency.
H. Mrs. Walsh, 2547 Bartlett, Rosemead expressed thanks to the
Council for the redevelopment plans.
I. Mrs. Robert Palmini, 3156 San Gabriel Blvd. commended the
Council on the job they are undertaking regarding redevelopment.
J. Ms. Rosen, 3223 No. Gladys, Rosemead expressed hope that
redevelopment plans will someday move to San Gabriel Blvd.
K. Mrs. Lillian Sacco commented on the procedure for placing
items on the agenda.
L. Mr. Rudy Aguilar addressed Mayor Hunter on matters relating to
conduct of City Council meetings.
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M. Mr. Laidlaw, Rosemead, stated he is in favor of the 10 minute
ruling on communications and complimented the Council on the
redevelopment efforts.
The meeting was recessed to a personnel session at 10:55 P.M.
The meeting reconvened at 11:15 P.M.
APPOINTMENT TO PLANNING COMMISSION
Mayor Hunter stated that due to the vacancy created by Mr. Harold
Burris, he wished to appoint Mr. George Higuchi to the Planning
Commission, said term to expire in May, 1973•
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by,Councilman Taylor
and unanimously carried that the foregoing appointment be ratified.
25. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS.
A. Attorney Watson stated he had examined the appraisal of the
Macchia property at 8857 Mission Drive and found that it is in order.
B. Councilman Maude questioned an area on Rio Hondo where the
parkways have been filled in with concrete. It was explained that
this was done at the property owners request and at the property
owner's expense.
C. Mayor Hunter announced that the City of Rosemead has been
asked to consider participation in a drug abuse center to be
coordinated by the Duarte Self-Help Center. Mayor Hunter indicated
he would like to study the proposal and asked that Councilman
Andersen assist him. There will be a meeting in Duarte on
October 30, 1972. The Council had no objection and so ordered.
D. Mayor Hunter announced the National League of Cities meeting
to be held November 26-30 in Indianapolis.
There being no further business to come before the Council, It
was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Andersen and
unanimously carried that the meeting be adjourned.
Meeting Adjourned at 11:20 P.M.
CITY CLE - TY OF ROSEME
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MAYOR-CITY OF ROSEMEAD