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CC - 01-04-72 - Adjourned Meeting1 CITY OF ROSEMEAD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF JANUARY 4,1972 An adjourned 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 o'clock p.m. 1. CALL TO ORDER The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Pike. The Invocation was delivered by Reverend Robert Hanson of the Rosemead Church of Christ. 2. ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor Absent: Councilmen: None Ex officio: Andersen, Foutz, Gunn, Keeler, Miller 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: DECEMBER 14, 1971 - REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 28, 1971 - REGULAR MEETING It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Hunter, and unanimously carried, that the minutes of December 14 and 28, 1971 be approved as written. SPECIAL AWARD RESOLUTION PAYING TRIBUTE TO REVEREND ROBERT HANSON OF THE ROSEMEAD CHURCH OF CHRIST UPON HIS RETIREMENT. Mayor Maude read the above in full and presented Reverend ,yy,. together with a ceramic plaque, Hanson with a formal cop commending him for his'Wspiring work in the community the past eleven years. Reverend Hanson responded with appreciation for this recognition. PUBLIC HEARINGS 4. STREET IMPROVEMENTS. WALNUT GROVE AVENUE (E/S) GARVEY TO HELLMAN. SIDEWALKS. Prior to commencement of this hearing reference was made to City policy, whereby if a property owner on a major thoroughfare dedicates the necessary right-of-way gratis, the City would install the sidewalks with no expense to the property owner. Following discussion of the above, it was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Andersen, and unanimously carried,; that sidewalks be placed on the east side of Walnut Grove Avenue between Garvey and Hellman at City expense. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor. NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None Mayor Maude requested anyone wishing to be heard on this matter, to please stand and be sworn in. The oath was administered by City Clerk Andersen. The hearing was declared open at 8:14 p.m. Page Two C/C 1/4/72 Mr. Peter Sacco, 3220 Walnut Grove Avenue, stated he would prefer the sidewalks be 4-1/2 feet in width rather than 6-1/2 feet, which is the case on the west side of the street. ` The Mayor suggested Mr. Sacco circulate a petition within the block to determine the opinion of other residents. The hearing was closed at 8:15 p.m., and no further action was necessary. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 5. ORDINANCE NO. 326. ESTABLISHING A CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT (CBD) ZONE. SECOND READING. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ADOPTING THE CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT (CBD) ZONE AND AMENDING THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE. Attorney Keeler presented this ordinance by title only. Mrs. Ruth Albert, 8742 Scott St., and Mr. Bob Glen, 1830 Gladys Ave., requested clarification of the ordinance. The Mayor explained that the ordinance is designed for property owners who wish to be a part of the zone and controls the uses, of the land therein. There are no established boundaries at this time, and by adoption of the ordinance, the Council is merely establishing the zone. It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Taylor, and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and Ordinance No. 326 be adopted. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None 6. ORDINANCE NO. 327. DECLARING NEED FOR COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY. SECOND READING. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD DECLARING THE NEED FOR A REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY TO FUNCTION IN THE COMMUNITY AND DECLARING THE CITY COUNCIL TO BE SUCH AGENCY, Attorney Keeler presented this ordinance in full. Mr. David Froba, 616-1/2 Graves Avenue, Monterey Park, representing the Bienvenidos Community Center, 2403 San Gabriel Boulevard, addressed the Council with numerous questions regarding the Community Redevelopment Act and how it would directly affect the property owners. Mr. Froba stated there are many misunderstandings among the citizens of the community, and until more information is made public, he would urge the Council not adopt the ordinance at this time. Mr. Gunn explained that this matter has been under study by the Economic Development Committee, the Planning Commission and City Council for approximately two years and., thus far, the areas under consideration have been confined to mainly commercial and industrial sites and not residential. P, . S Page Three C/C 1/4/72 Mr. Gunn further stated that if eminent domain proceedings become necessary, under the Community Redevelopment Law the City must provide a place for the people to relocate and provide for the cost of such move. Attorney Keeler stated this ordinance does not create any project area or boundary. It merely gives the Council the power to act in the area of redevelopment. Prior to the establishment of any project or survey area a number of public hearings are held by the Planning Commission, the Redevelopment Agency, and the City Council. All involved property owners will be notified as required by law. The following persons also addressed the Council with their questions on this matter: Ruth Albert 8742 Scott St. Rudy Aguilar 2443 Earle Ave. Bob Glen 1830 Gladys Ave. C. Richard 3330 Armando Lopez 2403 Peter Sacco 3220 Mabel Whipple 8852 Lupe Alvarez 2556 Henry Calderon No a Walnut Grove Ave. San Gabriel Blvd. Walnut Grove Ave. Marshall St. Earle Ave. 1dress given Michael Burger 312 Commonwealth, Alhambra Francis Hethcock 3535 Rio Hondo Ave. Mrs. Helena Perez, 3342 Bartlett Avenue, asked if it were true that the Edison Company desires to acquire additional land adjacent to their facility to construct homes for their employees. Mr. C.E.Hathaway, District Manager of the Southern California' Edison Co., replied in the negative. He stated their Company: owns 110 acres, all of which is vacant except for the 34 acre' where their facility is located, and they do not plan to pur chase additional property in the area. They do intend to sell the adjacent land, but to also control development to assure compatibility. A question was raised as to how long the Council will serve as the Redevelopment Agency. Mr. Gunn indicated no time limit, but stated once the Agency is underway the Council may wish to appoint new members. Attorney Keeler stated he wished to make it clear to the public that the Redevelopment Agency is not a taxing entity, and has no powers of taxation whatsoever. In conclusion, Mr..Gunn stated that a pamphlet will be prepared listing the most commonly asked questions and answers with regard to redevelopment. The meeting recessed at 10:15 a.m. and reconvened at 10:25 p.m. O r Page Four C/C 1/4/72 s It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Taylor, and.unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and Ordinance No. 327 be adopted. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None NEW BUSINESS 7. RESOLUTION NO. 72-1. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $36,378.56 AND DEMANDS NUMBERS 11678-11739• City Treasurer Foutz presented this resolution by title only. Mr. Foutz also presented seven additional warrants for approval which will appear on the next Claims and Demands. They were as follows: No. 11740 So. Rosemead Lions Club $ 450.00 No. 11741 J.C. Construction Co. 3,782.02 No. 11742 Ed Weil 114.00 No. 11743 Paul Ahumada 1,520.00 No. 11744 Bank of America (Payroll) 9,175.45 No. 11745 Bank of America (Tax Deposit) 1,492.10 No. 11746 United Street Sweeping 3,474.00 It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Pike, and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and Resolution No. 72-1 be adopted. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None 8. RESOLUTION NO. 72-2. APPROVING RENEWAL AGREEMENT WITH COUNTY FOR TREE PLANTING AND MAINTENANCE. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD AUTHORIZING THE RENEWAL OF A CONTRACT WITH THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES CONCERNING TREE PLANTING AND MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT. Attorney Keeler presented this resolution by title only. It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Hunter, and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and Resolution No. 72-2 be adopted. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None 9. RESOLUTION NO. 72-3. REQUESTING SERVICES OF REGISTRAR OF VOTERS IN CONNECTION WITH APRIL GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TO PERMIT THE REGISTRAR OF VOTERS OF SAID COUNTY TO RENDER SPECIFIED SERVICES TO THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, RELATING TO THE CONDUCT OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN SAID CITY ON APRIL 11, 1972. Page Five C/C 1/4/72 Attorney Keeler presented this resolution by title only. It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Hunter, and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and Resolution No. 72-3 be adopted. 10. AWARD OF CONTRACT. RESTROOM FACILITIES AT ROSEMEAD PARK. Mr. Gunn presented a tabulation of the bids received and recommended the contract be awarded to the low bidder, Colletta and Edgley, in the amount of $7,905.00. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Hunter, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recommenda- tion be approved and the Mayor authorized to execute the contract. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS 11. NONE COMMUNICATIONS 12. A. UPPER SAN GABRIEL VALLEY WATER ASSOCIATION. Mr. Gunn presented notification for payment of annual dues in the amount of $100 for the fiscal year beginning January 1, 1972. It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Hunter, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing payment be approved. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor. NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None 13. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE. NONE 14. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS. A. City Treasurer Foutz presented an invoice for payment of dues to the Town Affiliation Association in the amount of $150.00, It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing payment be approved. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None B. Councilman Pike stated at present there is a law which requires a school unification election to be held every 4 years. This law will be repealed in July, and in view of the fact that in June it will be the last required election, he would suggest the Council adopt a resolution urging state legislature to exempt our school districts involved from holding said election in June. He outlined the reasons therefor. Page Six C/C 1/4/72 0 1 There being no objections, the City Attorney was directed to prepare the resolution and the City Clerk instructed to forward' copies to our representatives in Sacramento. RESOLUTION NO. 72-4. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD REQUESTING THE STATE LEGISLATURE TO EXEMPT THOPE SCHOOL DISTRICTS THAT ARE WITHIN THE ALHAMBRA HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT AND THE EL MONTE UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT FROM HOLDING A SCHOOL DISTRICT UNIFICATION ELECTION IN JUNE, 1972• Attorney Keeler 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. 72-4 be adopted. There being no further business to come before the Council, it was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Mayor Maude, and unanimously carried, that we adjourn in the memory of Gretchen Galceran,and that copies of this action be forwarded to Judge Galceran and family.