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CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
. CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES OF JULY 25, 1972
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 Mathis of the
Rosemead Church of Christ.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmen: Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
Absent: Councilmen: Andersen
Ex officio: Chambers, Davenport, Foutz, Gunn, Miller, Watson
It was noted that Councilman Andersen is excused due to a death
in his family.
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: JULY 11, 1972 - REGULAR MEETING (revised)
July 12, 1972 - ADJOURNED MEETING
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Taylor
and unanimously carried that the minutes of July 11, 1972 and
July 12, 1972 be approved as written.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Street Improvements:
Mayor Hunter requested anyone wishing to be heard on any of the
following hearings to please stand and.be sworn in.
The oath was administered by City Clerk Davenport.
Mr. Chambers stated that the following Marshall Avenue improvements
are for curb and gutter, sidewalk, and driveway approaches, and that.
all affected property owners have been notified of this hearing.
4. MARSHALL AVE., S/S, WALNUT GROVE TO"ROCKHOLD.
Mayor Hunter requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand
The hearing was declared open at 8:05 P.M.
Mr. William Wagner, 3666 Rockhold, protested this improvement and
presented a petition signed by the property owners on Marshall Avenue,
S/S, from Walnut Grove to the West City Limit. .
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Pike and
unanimously carried that this public hearing include agenda items
4 through 8.
5. MARSHALL AVE., S/S, ROCKHOLD TO EARLE.
6. MARSHALL AVE., S/S, EARLE TO CHARIETTE.
7. MARSHALL, S/S, CHARIETTE.TO.DELTA
8. MARSHALL, S/S, DELTA TO WEST CITY LIMIT.
Mr. Wagner read the petition in full.
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The following persons spoke in opposition to these improvements:
Mr. Joseph Van Hecke
3667 No. Walnut Grove, Rosemead
Ms. Iola Fleming
3667 No. Delta, Rosemead
Mr. Joseph Sacco
3669 No. Chariette, Rosemead
Mr. Dale L. Timmons
3668 No. Chariette, Rosemead
The hearing closed at 8:19 P.M.
The hearing reopened at 8:20 P.M.
The following persons spoke in opposition to these improvements:
Mr. Martin Goldman
1010 Scott Street, San Gabriel
Mrs. James Dawson
3669 No. Earle, Rosemead
Council and staff answered questions and explained City policy
regarding dedication, street improvement petitions, method of
payment for assessments, timing of construction period, sub-
division easements and vacated street procedure.
The hearing closed at 8:37 P.M.
Mayor Hunter recessed the meeting at P.M.; it reconvened
at J'54 P.M.
Mr, Chambers made clarification to items discussed with the
following points:
a. Records would most probably indicate property was dedicated
as a street easement with the original tract and if the
street is ever vacated, it will revert bye to the property
owner (from the center of the street).
b. With regard to the north side of Marshall Avenue, several
projects were installed 8-16 months ago and those improvements
were assessed to the property owners.
c. The City of Rosemead, under contract with the Los Angeles
County Flood Control District dust completed a quarter of a
million dollar storm drain along Marshall. Lack of curb
and gutter on the south side would keep the storm drain from
operating at maximum efficiency.
d. City does incur substantial costs for these improvements in
the form of survey, design, staking, inspection, and paveout.
e. A $15,000 asphalt overlay on Marshall Avenue has been budgeted
and it would be impossible if curb and gutter is not installed.
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Pike and
unanimously carried that the City proceed with improvement of
Marshall Avenue, S/S, Walnut Grove to Rockhold as funds are available.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Andersen
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It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Taylor
and unanimously carried that the City proceed with improvement of
Marshall Avenue, S/S, Rockhold to Earle as funds are available.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Andersen
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Maude
and unanimously carried that the City proceed with improvement
of Marshall Avenue, S/S, Earle to Chariette as funds are available.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Andersen
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Taylor and
unanimously carried that the City proceed with improvement of
Marshall Avenue, S/S, Chariette to Delta as funds are available.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Andersen
It was moved by Mayor Hunter, second by Councilman Pike and
unanimously carried that the City proceed with improvement of
Marshall Avenue, S/S, Delta to the West City Limit, as funds
are available.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Andersen
Mr. Chambers stated that the following 4 hearings for the north
side of Garvey Avenue are for improvements of sidewalks and
driveway approaches and that all affected property owners have
been notified of these hearings.
9. GARVEY AVE., N/S, WALNUT GROVE TO BURTON.
Mayor Hunter requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand.
The hearing was declared open at 9:05 P.M. No one responded and
it closed immediately.
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Pike
and unanimously carried that we proceed with this improvement as
funds are available.
10. GARVEY AVE., N/S, BURTON TO BARTLETT.
Mayor Hunter requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand.
The hearing was declared open at 9:,07 P.M.
Mr. Frederick Cordova, 8653 E. Garvey Avenue; representing owners
of property affected by these improvements (excepting approximately
50 feet) indicated they are for these improvements but requested a
delay due to probable construction in the near future.
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It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Taylor and
unanimously carried that improvements on this project proceed as
funds are available excepting that it be suspended 6 months if
plans are submitted; then that it be still held up pending approval
of the plans and completion of construction - not to exceed one year.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Andersen
11. GARVEY AVE., N/S, BARTLETT TO MUSCATEL.
Mayor Hunter requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand.
The hearing was declared open at 9:10 P.M. No one responded and
it closed immediately.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Taylor and
unanimously carried that we proceed with this improvement as funds
are available.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Andersen
12. GARVEY AVE., N/S, MUSCATEL TO IVAR.
Mayor Hunter requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand.
The hearing was declared open at 9:12 P.M.
Mrs. Vandersmissen, 8813 E. Garvey asked whether her commercial
sidewalk would be filled in to the curb. She was informed this
was so and that the City will do the project unless the property
owner wants to install within 60 days.
The hearing closed at 9:15 P.M.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Taylor
and unanimously carried that we proceed with these improvements
as funds are available.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Andersen
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
13. There was none
NEW BUSINESS
14. RESOLUTION NO. 72-52. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING
CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUME OF $228,258.72 AND DEMANDS
NUMBERS 12861-12962.
City Treasurer Foutz presented this resolution by title only.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Pike and
unanimously carried that further reading be waived and
Resolution No. 72-52 be adopted.
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Roll Call Vote as follows:
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AYES: Councilmen: Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Andersen
15• PROPOSED DEMOLITION OF SUBSTANDARD BUILDINGS AT 2723-23 1/2
NORTH DEQUINE AVENUE, ROSEMEAD.
Mr. Gunn reported that this property has changed hands
and the new owner has indicated a desire to rehabilitate it,
The County Engineer says this is possible.
It is recommended that this item be held over for 2 weeks;
giving the new owner time to give the City a time schedule for
rehabilitation. There were no objections and so ordered.
16. LEAGUE CONFERENCE ATTENDANCE.
Mr. Gunn stated the Annual Conference of the League of California
Cities will be held in Anaheim; October 15-18 inclusive, and
recommended the following City representatives be authorized to attend:
Mayor and City Council
City Manager and Assistant City Manager
City Clerk
City Treasurer
Planning Commissioners and Director of Planning
Chairman of the Traffic Commission
It was further recommended that the sum of fifty dollars ($50.00)
be authorized toward the expenses of Traffic Engineer, George Envall,
and that pre-registration of the above (excluding Mr. Envall) be
authorized.
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Pike and
unanimously carried that the foregoing recommendation be approved.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Andersen
17. RESOLUTION NO. 72-53. SALES TAX AUDIT.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD AUTHORIZING
EXAMINATION OF SALES AND USE TAX.
Attorney Watson presented this resolution by title only.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Taylor
and unanimously carried that further reading be waived and
Resolution No. 72-53 be adopted.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Anddersen
18. GARVEY PARK CLUBHOUSE - AIR CONDITIONING REPORT.
Mr. Gunn presented this report and stated the unit will cost an
additional $1,696.00.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Pike and
unanimously carried that gas air conditioning be installed at the
Garvey Park Clubhouse, as originally instructed by the Council.
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Roll Call Vote as follows:
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AYES: Councilmen: Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Andersen
19. FEE AND CHARGE PROGRAM REPORT.
Mr. Gunn presented this report as requested by Council, on the
City's fee & charge program - the square dance program specifically.
This report was received and filed.
20. REPORT OF ad hoc GRAFFITI COMMITTEE.
Mr. Gunn presented this report submitted by Mr. Burl Blue, Chairman
of the graffiti committee.
This report was received and filed.
21. RESOLUTION NO. 72-54. UNDERGROUND UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 1.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD,
CALIFORNIA, EXTENDING CERTAIN TIME LIMITATIONS WITHIN UNDERGROUND
UTILITY DISTRICT #1.
Attorney Watson presented this resolution by title only.
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Maude,
and carried, that further reading be waived and Resolution 72-54
be adopted.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Hunter, Maude, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: Pike
ABSENT: Councilmen: Andersen
22. ORDINANCE NO. 341. APPROVING ANNEXATION AREA NO. 41. INTRODUCTION
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD APPROVING
THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN UNINHABITED TERRITORY DESIGNATED AS
"ANNEXATION NUMBER 41" TO THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD.
Attorney Watson presented this ordinance by title only.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Pike and
unanimously carried that further reading be waived and
Ordinance No. 341 be Introduced.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Andersen
23. DISCUSSION OF A PROPOSED BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE.
Mayor Hunter requested this item be held over until the next meeting
when there is a full Council. There were no objections and it was
so ordered.
COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS
24. Planning Commission:
A. SET PUBLIC HEARING ON ZONE CHANGE CASE NO. 58. AUG. 8, 1972
There being no objections, Mayor Hunter set this hearing
for August 8, 1972.
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B. RECOMMENDATION OF PLANNING COMMISSION - PHYSICAL CLOSURE
OF OLNEY STREET.
Mr. Gunn presented this recommendation of physical closure
of Olney Street at the East & West approaches of Temple City
Boulevard.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Maude and
unanimously carried that per the petition of the property owners
on Olney Street, the City proceed with the physical closure of
Olney Street on the East and West with the exception that there
be a right turn for southbound traffic of Temple City Boulevard
onto Olney and a right turn for eastbound traffic of Olney onto
Temple City Boulevard to the Freeway; westbound.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilman: Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Andersen
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Traffic Commission:
The following oral reports were given by Traffic Engineer,
George Envall:
A. VALLEY BOULEVARD - UNIFORM TRAFFIC CONTROLS.
Traffic Engineer Envall stated that Los Angeles County has
prepared a report and preliminary recommendation for the
upgrading of Valley Boulevard county-wide. Major upgrading
would involve signalization and minor upgrading would involve
striping and signing. The Traffic Commission has recommended
that the Los Angeles County Uniform Traffic Controls for
Valley Boulevard be approved in principle.
Funding was questioned and Council delayed action on this item
and requested a written report with recommendations from the
City Manager.
B. HEGLIS AVENUE & WHITMORE - NOT A THROUGH STREET SIGN.
Traffic Engineer Envall presented this report and recommendation
from the Traffic Commission that a sign be placed at the above
location..(East Side of Heglis, North of Whitmore).
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Taylor and
unanimously carried that the above recommendation be approved.
C. TEMPLE CITY BLVD. - PROPOSED SIGNING AND STRIPING.
Traffic Engineer Envall presented a striping and signing
plan for Temple City Boulevard, Valley to the San Bernardino
Freeway and the recommendation from the Traffic Commission
that it be approved.
D. GARVEY AVENUE & IVAR AVENUE - RESTRICTED PARKING.
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Pike
and unanimously carried that the above recommendation be.%approved.
Traffic Engineer Envall stated that a visibility problem
exists on the south side of Garvey Avenue west of Ivar Avenue
and it is the recommendation of the Traffic Commission that
25 feet of red curb markings be placed west of the first
driveway - west of Ivar Avenue.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Council Taylor
and unanimously carried that the foregoing recommendation be approved.
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The Mayor recessed the meeting at 10:10 P.M.; it reconvened
at 10:19 P.M.
COMMUNICATIONS
A. L.A. COUNTY ROAD DEPT. - RELINQUISHMENT OF JURISDICTION
WALNUT GROVE AVENUE - CASH CONTRACT 2695.
Mr. Gunn presented this report to the Council as a point
of information that Street improvements are completed and
therefore jurisdiction on Walnut Grove no longer needed.
The above report was received and filed.
27. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE:
A. Mr. Robert Govella, 8521 E. Garvey Ave., Rosemead; representing
B.O.Y.S. (Baseball Organization Youth support) read a letter
to the City Council requesting they be allowed to operate a
snack bar at Garvey Park.
Mr. Gunn presented an agreement proposal and recommended
approval with conditions as put forth in the report from the
Supervisor of Recreation.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Taylor
and unanimously carried that the foregoing agreement be approved
and the Mayor authorized to execute.
B. Mr. Paul Bezaire, 7433 Garvey Ave., Rosemead, asked if
per the new agreement between Modern Service Company and
the City he could remove his own trash; and if so what
charges had to be paid.
Attorney Watson stated he would ahswer Mr. Bezaire by letter.
C. Mrs. Ruth Albert, 8742 Scott Street, Rosemead spoke on
varied subjects, including trash, bids, humane society,& City costs.
Councilman Maude left the meeting at 10:52 P.M.; he returned at 10:53 P-
D. Mr. Van Hecke, 3667 No. Walnut Grove, Rosemead, asked the
Council questions regarding a hospital in the city, ambulance
service, and police protection. He gave his view on the subjects.
28. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS:
A. RESOLUTION NO. 72-55. WELCOMING SISTER CITY VISITORS.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
WELCOMING PRESIDENTE CONSTANCIO HERNANDEZ ALLENDE AND THE
DELEGATES OF THE CITY OF ZAPOPAN ON THEIR OFFICIAL VISIT TO
THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD.
Mr. Foutz, Chairman of the Sister City Committee presented
this resolution.
Attorney Watson read the resolution by title only.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Taylor and
unanimously carried that further reading be waived and Resolution
No. 72-55 be adopted.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Andersen
B. Mr. Gunn presented a claim against the City of Rosemead by
Julius Veres, 4313 Encinita Avenue, Rosemead, California.
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It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Pike
and unanimously carried that the City deny liability and refer
the claim to our Insurance Carrier._:.
C. Mr. Gunn presented a letter of intent from the City of
Montebello with regard to annexation of.2/10-acre'north'of
Arroyo Drive for a mini-nark. They indicated there is
no intention to annex more land unless it might be for
park purposes.
On the basis of the commitment contained in the letter,
it was recommended the City of Rosemead withdraw its
objection to Montebello's annexation.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Maude
and carried that the foregoing recommendation be approved.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Maude, Pike; Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: Hunter
ABSENT: Councilmen: Andersen
D. Councilman Taylor requested a report next meeting on the
progress being made in the study of large lots in the City.
E. Councilman Maude reported that he and Mayor Pro Tem Pike
attended the last meeting of the Contract Cities Association
held in San Dimas and were unhappy with procedures used and
action taken that night, specifically with regard to parlia-
mentary procedure. He requested a resolution be prepared
indicating the need for objectiveness of the parliamentarian
in his opinions, that no City would have more than one voice
on the Executive Committee; and that the President have more
control over his meetings.
Mayor Hunter recessed the meeting at 11:13 P.M.; it reconvened
at 11:15 P.M.
RESOLUTION NO. 72-56. REGARDING AMENDMENTS TO THE BY-LAWS
OF THE CONTRACT CITIES ASSOCIATION.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
REGARDING AMENDMENTS TO THE BY-LAWS OF THE CONTRACT CITIES
ASSOCIATION.
Attorney Watson read this resolution in full.
It was moved by Councilmen Maude, second by Councilman Pike and
unanimously carried that Resolution No. 72-56 be adopted and
copies be sent to all member cities of the Contract Cities Association.
F. Mayor Hunter made reference to the presence of members of
the San Gabriel Valley Eagles Radio team and a letter presented
by them. He indicated this item will be taken up when we have
a full Council.
G. Mayor Hunter stated he feels costs of the City's gasoline is
higher than necessary.
It was moved by Mayor Hunter, second by Councilman Pike, and died
for lack of a vote that the City go back to the County to buy its
gasoline.
Mayor Hunter stated he will present a report next meeting
with regard to this subject.
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There being no further business to come
was moved by Councilman Maude, second by
unanimously carried that the meeting be
adjourned at 11:20 P.M.
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Councilman Pike and
adjourned. Meeting
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