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CC - 03-14-72r . / • • CITY OF ROSEMEAD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF MARCH 14, 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 Maude at 8:00 p.m. 1. CALL TO ORDER The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Pike. The Invocation was delivered by Father Michael Flynn of the Immanuel Episcopal Church, E1 Monte. ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor Absent: Councilmen: None Ex officio: Andersen, Chambers, Foutz, Gunn, Miller, Watson 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: FEBRUARY 22, 1972 - REGULAR MEETING MARCH 6, 1972 - SPECIAL MEETING It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Hunter, and carried, that the minutes of February 22 and March 6, 1972 be approved as printed. Councilman Taylor abstained from approving the minutes of February 22 due to absence from the meeting. Mrs. Ruth Albert, 8742 Scott St., stated she felt the minutes should be more descriptive. Mayor Maude explained that the minutes are a record of the Council's action and not verbatim. SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT Mrs. Alice Ferl, representing the Rosemead Coordinating Council, stated they are sponsoring a Candidates Forum on Monday, March 20th at 7:30 p.m. at Muscatel School, and Tuesday the 21st at Garvey Auditorium. She urged the public to attend. PUBLIC HEARINGS 3. ORDINANCE NO. 332. AMENDMENT TO ANIMAL ORDINANCE REGARDING FEES FOR BOARDING LARGE ANIMALS AND DOGS. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ADOPTING BY REFERENCE PURSUANT TO SECTION 50022.2 ET SEQ. OF THE GOVERNMENT CODE ORDINANCE NO. 4729 OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ENTITLED "ANIMAL CONTROL ORDINANCE" AS AMENDED AND IN EFFECT ON JANUARY 1, 1972, AND AMENDING THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE. Attorney Watson presented this ordinance by title only and explained that the purpose of this hearing is to amend the present ordinance and bring it up to date with the County's ordinance as it existed on January 1, 1972. The primary changes relate to making the fees for impounding and vaccination concurrent and coincide with the fees which are charged outside the City. Mayor Maude requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand and be sworn in. } , 0 • Page Two C/C 3/14/72 The oath was administered by City Clerk Andersen. The hearing was declared open at 8:10 p.m. Mrs. Ruth Albert, 8742 Scott St., stated she felt further consideration was needed before final adoption of the ordinance. The hearing closed at 8:15 p.m. It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Andersen, and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and Ordinance No. 332 be adopted. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None 4. STREET IMPROVEMENT. ENCINITA AVENUE, E/S, PITKIN TO RIO DELL. CURB, GUTTER AND SIDEWALK. Mr. Chambers stated this matter was placed on the agenda upon recommendation of the Rosemead Traffic Commission, and that property owners within the project limit have been notified. Mayor Maude requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand and be sworn in. No one responded. The hearing was declared open at 8:20 p.m. No one responded and it closed immediately. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Hunter, and unanimously carried, that we proceed with this improvement as funds are available. 5. STREET IMPROVEMENT. ENCINITA AVENUE, E/S, RIO DELL TO ROSE. CURB, GUTTER AND SIDEWALK. Mr. Chambers stated this also came as a recommendation from the Rosemead Traffic Commission, and that all involved property owners have been properly notified of this hearing. Mayor Maude requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand and be sworn in. The oath was administered by City Clerk Andersen. The hearing opened at 8:25 p.m. Mr. Jay Veres, 4314 Encinita Avenue, questioned the cost and when the work would commence. Mr. Chambers stated the present cost for curb and gutter under the City's annual contract is $2.70 per lineal foot, .65$ per square foot for a driveway approach and-50¢ per square foot for sidewalk. However, the staff is in the process of pre- paring plans and specifications for a new annual contract and an increase in cost is anticipated. Mr. Chambers further advised that if the project is approved this evening, the property owner has 60 days in which to arrange for installation by someone other than the City's contractor if so desired. 11 Page Three C/C 3/14/72 The hearing closed at 8:28 p.m. It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen, and unanimously carried, that we proceed with this improvement as funds are available. 6. STREET IMPROVEMENT. RALPH STREET, S/S, ELLIS LANE TO RIO HONDO. CURB AND GUTTER. Mr. Chambers stated that a petition has been received requesting this improvement signed by owners representing 65% 6f the front footage and that all affected property owners have been advised of this hearing. Mayor Maude requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand and be sworn in. The oath was administered by City Clerk Andersen. The hearing was declared open at 8:30 p.m. Mr. Herbert Finley, 9223 Ramona Street, owner of property at 9504 Ralph Street, and Mr. John Griffin, 9510 Ralph Street, addressed the Council, and inquired as to the cost for these improvements. Mr. Chambers outlined the approximate costs and explained the City's policy with regard to a property owner engaging a private contractor. Mrs. Ethel Griffin, 9514 Ralph Street, stated she was not aware of a petition being circulated nor asked to sign. 7 Mr. Chambers stated the petition was circulated by Shultz Bros. Construction Co. and since the majority of the street already has curbs and gutters installed only 3 other signa- tures were required. The hearing closed at 8:40 p.m. It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Taylor, and unanimously carried, that we proceed with this improve- ment as funds are available. UNFINISHED BUSINESS NONE NEW BUSINESS 8. RESOLUTION NO. 72-17. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $119,848.23 AND DEMANDS NUMBERS 11997 THRU 12089. City Treasurer Foutz presented this resolution by title only. Following discussion it was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Andersen, and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and Resolution No. 72-17 be adopted, subject to further review of Warrant No. 12041 (Operating Industries, Inc., for dumping of Park improvements). C; Page Four C/C 3/14/72 Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: NOES: Councilmen: ABSENT: Councilmen: r1 Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor None None 9. RESOLUTION NO. APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE BUDGET FOR CRA AND APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS. Attorney Watson stated there is not yet prepared a budget for the administrative expenditures of the Agency for review by the Council, and recommended this item be deferred to the next meeting. There were no objections and so ordered. 10. RESOLUTION NO. DECLARING INTENTION TO CHANGE STREET NAME OF POTRERO GRANDE DRIVE TO LA MERCED ROAD AND SETTING PUBLIC HEARING. Mr. Gordon Kriegel, Regional Engineer, addressed the Council, stating recently the County changed the name of a portion of Potrero Grande Drive to La Merced Road. The portion of Potrero Grande Drive involved in this name change extended from the intersection of Falling Leaf Avenue and La Merced Road easterly to the City boundary. This change was neces- sitated by the current construction of a new Potrero Grande Drive. Therefore, to avoid confusion in street names, it is recom- mended that the City change the name of that portion of Potrero Grande Drive within the City to La Merced Road. This change would not affect any addresses within the City. There is only approximately 60 feet involved. Following discussion the City Attorney was requested to prepare the appropriate resolution for consideration later in the meeting. 11. HIGHCLIFF STREET SEWER PETITION. Mr. Gordon Kriegel, County Engineer, stated at the request of Alfred H. Pinon, 7644 Highcliff Street, a petition has been prepared for the improvement of Highcliff Street between Jackson Avenue and Del Mar Avenue by the construction of sanitary sewers. The petition states that the City Council will consider it if returned by June 1, 1972, signed by owners of sixty percent of the area of the district. Also included in the petition is a waiver of the debt limit investigation proceedings. The estimated cost of the proposed improvement if $229800.00. It is recommended the Council approve the circulation of the petition. Following discussion it was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Hunter, and unanimously carried, that we approve the circulation of the foregoing petition. 10. Attorney Watson stated he has prepared the resolution declaring intention to change street name of Potrero Grande Drive. RESOLUTION NO. 72-18. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO CHANGE THE NAME OF POTRERO GRANDE DRIVE TO LA MERCED ROAD. • 0 Page Five C/C 3/14/72 Attorney Watson presented the resolution by title only and suggested hearing be scheduled for March 28. There were no objections and so ordered. It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Taylor, and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and Resolution No. 72-18 be adopted. 12. EMPLOYEES' GROUP INSURANCE. Mr.'Gunn presented his report as follows: "At the last regular meeting,we were authorized to select one' of the three companies which had submitted bids to be the City's employee health insurance carrier. By choice of the employees, Guardian Life Insurance Co. was selected. It is requested that you confirm that selection. It is suggested that further consideration be given at this time for the City to pay the full cost of the employee's premium, including $5,000 term life insurance. Employees to pay the full cost of dependents' coverage. We presently pay half of the total cost, with a minimum of ten dollars and a maximum of eighteen. This was an increase from the former minimum of eight dollars and a maximum of fifteen. This method of contributing is a holdover from a health plan provided several years ago, when the individual's premium was about sixteen dollars per month, and family coverage for the same period was about thirty dollars. It is our belief that there is a definite municipal benefit in having every employee covered by health insurance and nominal term life insurance. We further believe that the family of every employee should be covered by health insurance of some kind. For those employees who subscribe for themselves and dependents, including $5,000 term life insurance, the total premium is $56.58. Of this, the City pays $18.00 leaving $38.58 to be paid by the employee. If we pay the full cost for employees only, the City share would be $20.08 per month. This would reduce the employees' cost to $36.50 per month. Employees earning more than ten thousand dollars per year are entitled, by the terms of the master policy, to subscribe for $10,000 of term life insurance. It is our opinion that any such insurance over the basic five thousand should be at the full cost to the individual. As stated earlier, we feel that all dependents of City employees should be covered by some form of health insurance. If they are covered by some plan other than ours, well and good. But if they are not so covered it is our feeling that they should subscribe to the City's plan for dependents. We will urge they do so. Your consideration of these matters will be appreciated." Mayor Maude indicated he felt it should be mandatory for employees to have their dependents covered, if not already covered by another carrier. • Page Six C/C 3/14/72 Councilmen Andersen, Hunter and Taylor indicated they were not in favor of paying the cost for life insurance. Mr. Gunn stated it would cost the City approximately $3.75 per month for each employee to be covered by $5,000 term life. Following discussion it was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Pike, and unanimously carried, that the City• pay the full cost for employees to be covered by health and accident insurance. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None It was moved by Councilman Pike &second by Mayor Maude, that the City pay the cost for employees to be covered by $5,000 term life insurance. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Maude, Pike NOES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Taylor ABSENT: Councilmen: None The foregoing motion lost and it was indicated this could be brought up again at budget time. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Hunter, and unanimously carried, that we award the contract for group insurance-to Guardian Life Insurance Company as recommended. 13. JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT FOR WHITTIER NARROWS RECREATIONAL AREA. Mr. Gunn presented this agreement which is between the County of Los Angeles and the Cities of Industry, Pico Rivera, Rosemead and South E1 Monte, and creates an agency to be known as the Los Angeles County-Whittier Narrows Dam Recreation Area Authority. The purpose of the agreement is to exercise each of such powers jointly by acquiring, constructing, leasing and subleasing a regional public recreation area including, but not limited to, picnic facilities, hobby facilities, multi-purpose fields, athletic areas, lighting, tennis facilities, swimming facilities, ground camping areas, rifle and pistol range facilities, archery range, nature center, an equestrian complex, service yard and other related facilities, and to provide for maintenance and operation of said facilities. 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. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: ;Done 14. PETITION FOR STREET LIGHTS - HOVEY STREET. Mr. Gunn presented this petition and recommended street lights be installed on the basis of the survey to be performed by Southern California Edison Co. F j J Page Seven C/C 3/14/72 15• It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Andersen, and unanimously carried, that we accept the foregoing petition and authorize the improvement as recommended. CONFERENCE ATTENDANCE REQUEST - TRAFFIC ENGINEER. Mr. Gunn presented a request from George Envall, Traffic Engineer, requesting the sum of $50 to help defray costs for attendance at the annual Transportation and Public Works Conference March 23 thru 25 in Santa Cruz. It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Hunter, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing request be approved. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None 16 CONTRACT CITIES SEMINAR. Mr. Gunn stated the annual seminar is being held this year at San Diego, commencing April 27 and ending April 30, and recommended the following City representatives be authorized to attend: Mayor and City Council City Manager City Clerk City Treasurer Planning Director Planning Commissioners Traffic Commissioners It was further recommended that advance registration and hotel reservations be authorized, and that the City contribute $50 toward the attendance by the City's Traffic Engineer. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Hunter, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recommenda- tion be approved. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None 17. BUDGET ADJUSTMENT FOR PRESIDENT'S PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM. Mr. Gunn stated that approval has been obtained for participa- tion by the City in the Public Employment Program. This program is 100% Federally-funded, and 100% locally-controlled. The period involved is eighteen months, from March 1, 1972, to September 1, 1973• In order to minimize paperwork, it is proposed to take the PEP program into our regular City budget. Our budget for this year will remain in balance, as offsetting entries will be involved, as follows: Estimated Revenue Estimated Expenditures (from U.S. Government) (Salaries & Supplemental Benefits) $18,000 $18,000 Page Eight C/C 3/14/72. Mr. Gunn recommended approval of the foregoing budget adjustment. For fiscal 1972-73, the program will be included in the regular budget, both as to revenues and expenditures. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Pike, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recommendation be approved. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None 18. CONDITION OF ROSEMEAD POOL - TRANSFER OF FUNDS. Mr. Gunn stated that the condition of the pool has deteriorated much faster than anticipated and several major repairs are necessary. The most urgent repair is the recoating of the walls and floor of the pool. The estimated cost is $8,000. Another critical problem is the condition of the circulating pump. When the pool is full it contains one-half million gallons of water which is constantly being filtered and recirculated. When the pump breaks down, circulation stops and it becomes difficult to meet the County Health regulations. It is estimated the cost of rebuilding the pump will be approximately $3,500. It is believed we could replace the old unit with a newer one for around $4,000. Because these repairs were not anticipated this soon there is not enough money in the pool budget to cover the costs. There is however, $10,000 in account 8183 that could be transferred to the pool portion of the budget. This money is available because of the changes in the Garvey Park Terracing Project. It is proposed that we transfer $8,000 from account 8183 to 8383 and $2,000 from account 8183 to 8386. It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Taylor, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recommendation be approved and the transfer of funds authorized. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS 19. NONE COMMUNICATIONS 20. A. UNITED NATIONS ASSOCIATION. Mr. Gunn presented this communication, requesting an outstanding citizen be appointed to serve as UN Day Chairman for 1972, This communication was received. 21. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE. A. Mrs. Ruth Albert, 8742 Scott St., questioned what properties are included in the Central Business District. • Page Nine C/C 3/14/72 Mr. Gunn replied as follows: L] All property facing on the north side of Valley Boulevard from Ivar Avenue to Hart Avenue. All property facing on the south side of Valley Boulevard from Ivar Avenue to Rosemead Boulevard. All property facing on either side of Bentel Street from Ivar Avenue to Mission Drive. All property facing on either side of Steele Street from Muscatel Avenue to Ivar Avenue and from Rosemead Boulevard to Hart Street. All property facing on either side of Nevada Street from Ivar Avenue to Rosemead Boulevard. Excepting those properties located within the foregoing boundaries which are presently zoned exclusively for residential purposes. 22. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS. A. Councilman Hunter requested that staff pursue the sidewalk program on major thoroughfares such as Garvey Avenue, San Gabriel Boulevard and Valley Boulevard. B. Councilman Pike stated he was very pleased with the progress made thus far on the graffiti clean-up campaign. He expressed appreciation to the Chamber of Commerce and the various service clubs involved. C. Councilman Taylor made reference to the graffiti clean-up campaign and suggested a special fact finding committee be appointed to hold hearings and study the many.aspects .of this problem. Mr. Taylor also stated there is a new type of paint coating on the market called Hydron 300, and when applied, writing can be removed with water. Following discussion it was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Pike, and unanimously carried, that the City purchase sufficient paint for a pilot study on removal of graffiti. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None D. Mayor Maude stated that the County Library System is talking of phasing out our branch library in the southern area of the City, and suggested our two representatives on the Library Board, together with the City Manager schedule a meeting with County Librarian Mr. Geller to discuss this matter further. Dr. Maude stated it is his hope that we can not only keep our present library in the southern area, but locate a library in the southeast area of the City. F-'' .0 0 Page Ten C/C 3/14/72 E. Mayor Maude stated it has been pointed out that the Rapid Transit District should provide better transportation facilities to our citizens, and suggested Mr. Gunn arrange a meeting with our representative~Leonard Glickman. There being no further business to come before the Council, it was moved by Councilman Hunter, second by Councilman Andersen, and unanimously carried, that we adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 9:55 p.m. CITY C ERK MA R