CC - 05-25-71CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES OF MAY 25,1971
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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 Maude at 8:00 o'clock p.m.
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Pledge of Allegiance was-led by Councilman Andersen.
The Invocation was delivered by Father Michael Flynn of
the Immanuel Episcopal Church, El Monte.
2. ROLL CALL:
Present: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude,
Pike, Taylor
Absent: Councilmen: None
Ex officio: Andersen, Contreras, Foutz, Gunn, Keeler,
Street
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: MAY 11, 1971 - REGULAR MEETING.
MAY 18, 1971 - SPECIAL MEETING.
It was moved by Councilman Hunter, second by Councilman
Taylor, and unanimously carried, that the minutes of
May 11 and May 18, 1971, be approved as printed.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
4. ORDINANCES-ADOPTING BY REFERENCE AMENDMENTS TO THE BUILDING
CODE, ELECTRICAL CODE, PLUMBING CODE AND MECHANICAL CODE.
A. ORDINANCE NO. 314. ADOPTION OF BUILDING CODE.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, ADOPTING BY
REFERENCE, PURSUANT TO SECTION 50022.2 OF THE GOVERNMENT
CODE; AND WITH CERTAIN AMENDMENTS AND DELETIONS, THE
BUILDING CODE OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, AS SAID
BUILDING CODE IS AMENDED AND IS IN EFFECT ON MAY 25, 1971,
AND AMENDING THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE.
Attorney Keeler presented this ordinance by title only.
Mr. Keeler explained that recently the Building Code of
the County of Los Angeles was amended by the Board of
Supervisors to increase certain fees. Gy adopting
the ordinances under consideration the increased fees
would be includes! in the schedule for thc.City.
Mayor Maude requested anyone wishing to be heard to
please stand and be sworn in. No one responded.
The hearing was declared open at 8:05 P.m. No one
responded and it closed immediately.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman
Hunter, and unanimously carried, that further reading be
waived and Ordinance No. 314 be introduced.
Ro1.1.Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude,
Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
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B. ORDINANCE NO. 315. ADOPTION OF ELECTRICAL CODE.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, ADOPTING BY
REFERENCE, PURSUANT TO SECTION 50022.2 OF THE GOVERNMENT
CODE, AND WITH CERTAIN AMENDMENTS AND DELETIONS, THE
ELECTRICAL CODE OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, AS SAID
ELECTRICAL CODE IS AMENDED AND IS IN EFFECT ON MAY 25,1971,
AND AMENDING THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE.
Attorney Keeler presented this ordinance by title only.
Mayor Maude requested anyone wishing to be heard to
please stand and be sworn in. No one responded.
The hearing was declared open at 8:07 p.m. No one
responded and it closed immediately.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman
Taylor, and unanimously carried, that further reading be
waived and Ordinance No. 315 be introduced.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude,
Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
C. ORDINANCE NO. 316. ADOPTION OF PLUMBING CODE.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, ADOPTING BY
REFERENCE, PURSUANT TO SECTION 50022.2 OF THE GOVERNMENT
CODE, AND WITH CERTAIN AMENDMENTS AND DELETIONS, THE
PLUMBING CODE OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, AS SAID
PLUMBING CODE IS AMENDED AND IS IN EFFECT ON MAY 25,1971,
AND AMENDING THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE..
Attorney Keeler presented this ordinance by title only.
Mayor Maude requested anyone wishing to be heard to
please stand and be sworn in. No one responded.
The hearing was declared open at 8:08 p.m. No one
responded and it closed immediately.
It was moved by Councilman Hunter, second by Councilman
Andersen, and unanimously carried, that further reading
be waived and Ordinance No. 316 be introduced.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude,
Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
D. ORDINANCE NO. 317. ADOPTION OF MECHANICAL CODE.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, ADOPTING BY
REFERENCE, PURSUANT TO SECTION 50022.2 OF THE GOVERNMENT
CODE, AND WITH CERTAIN AMENDMENTS AND DELETIONS, THE
MECHANICAL CODE OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, AS SAID
MECHANICAL CODE IS AMENDED AND IS IN EFFECT ON MAY 25,1971,
AND AMENDING THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE.
Attorney Keeler presented this ordinance by title only.
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Mayor Maude requested anyone wishing to be heard to please
stand and be sworn in.. No one responded.
The hearing was declared.open at 8:09 p.m. No one
responded and it closed immediately.
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman
Hunter, and unanimously carried, that further reading be
waived and Ordinance No. 317 be introduced.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude,
Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
E. ORDINANCE NO. 318. INCREASE IN PERMIT FEES.
Attorney Keeler stated this ordinance does not require a
public hearing in view of the fact that it is merely an
amendment to the Rosemead Municipal Code as to building
permit fees that are set up separately from those adopted
by the County.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD INCREASING CERTAIN
BUILDING PERMIT FEES AND AMENDING THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL
CODE.
Mr. Keeler presented this ordinance by title only.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman
Taylor, and unanimously carried, that further reading be-
waived and ordinance No. 318 be introduced.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude,
Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
5. ZONE CHANGE NO. 53. SAN GABRIEL BLVD. C=M TO C-3.
Planning Director Contreras presented the factual data
and advised that the Commission recommends approval,
Mayor Maude requested anyone wishing to be heard to
please stand and be sworn in. No one responded.
The hearing was declared open at 8:17 p.m. No one
responded and it closed immediately.
ORDINANCE NO. 319. APPROVING ZONE CHANGE NO. 53.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD CHANGING THE ZONE
OF CERTAIN PROPERTY FROM C-M TO C-3 AND AMENDING THE
ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE.
Attorney Keeler presented this ordinance by title only.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman
Taylor, and unanimously carried, that further reading be
waived and Ordinance No. 319 be introduced.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen:: Andersen, Hunter, Maude,
Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS
6, ORDINANCE NO, 311, AMENDING AND CLARIFYING SECTIONS OF
THE C-3 ZONE. SECOND READING, (AUTO SALES & SERVICE).
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
AMENDING AND CLARIFYING CERTAIN SECTIONS OF THE C-3 ZONE
IN THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD AND AMENDING THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL
CODE,
Attorney Keeler presented this ordinance by title only.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman
Pike, and unanimously carried, that further reading be
waived and Ordinance No, 311 be adopted,
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude,
Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
7, ORDINANCE NO. 312, AMENDING CERTAIN SECTIONS OF THE
PARKING REQUIREMENTS, SECOND READING. (RE: SHOPPING
CENTERS).
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD AMENDING CERTAIN
SECTIONS OF THE PARKING REQUIREMENTS IN THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD AND AMENDING THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE.
Attorney Keeler presented this ordinance by title only,
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman
Andersen, and unanimously carried, that further reading
be waived and Ordinance No, 312 be adopted
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude,
Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
8, ORDINANCE NO. 313. REGULATING SANDBLASTING, SECOND
READING,
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD REGULATING SAND-
BLASTING WITHIN THE CITY AND AMENDING THE ROSEMEAD
MUNICIPAL CODE,
Attorney Keeler presented this ordinance by title only.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Counc.ilman
Hunter, and unanimously carried, that further reading
be waived and Ordinance No, 313 be adopted,
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude,
Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
9, REPORT ON SIDEWALK AT 9031 E. HERSHEY STREET,
Mr; Gunn presented his report relative to the above, and
advised that unless the ordinance is changed, there is no
legal basis for allowing the exception as requested by
property owner Mr. Parry.
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Attorney Keeler stated he has reviewed the Municipal Code
with regard to the position of Mr. Parry, and concurs that
there is no legal basis for granting an exception to the
sidewalk requirement.
Mr. Parry can-if he wishes, under the provisions of Section
8111, apply with the Planning Commission for a modification,
without fee. The Commission can grant or deny said modifi-
cation, and if denied, an appeal can be made to the City
Council.
Mr. Keeler recommended that Mr. Parry follow the procedures
as set forth in the Code.
NEW BUSINESS
10, RESOLUTION NO. 71-38. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF
$159,943.36 AND DEMANDS NUMBERS 10685 - 10750.
City Treasurer Foutz presented this resolution by title
only.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman
Taylor, and unanimously carried, that further reading be
waived and Resolution No. 71-38 be adopted.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude,
Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
11. AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS FOR RESURFACING
GARVEY AVENUE - NEW AVENUE TO RIO HONDO BRIDGE.
Mr. Gunn advised that the plans and specifications for
this project have now been completed by the County Road
Department and are ready for Council approval. The
total estimated cost is $81,600.00.
it was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman
Taylor, and unanimously carried, that authorization be
given to advertise for bids as requested.
12. ACCEPTANCE OF SEWER EASEMENT - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
EDISON COMPANY.
Mr. Gunn explained that this easement is for sewers
across the Edison Company property in the vicinity of
Walnut Grove Avenue and Rush Street, and is needed to
satisfy a condition for the filing of a parcel map for
the future Bank of America at this location.
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman
Pike, and unanimously carried, that we accept the fore-
going easement.
13. ORDINANCE NO. 320. PERTAINING TO SALE OF FIREWORKS,
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
REGULATING THE SALE OF FIREWORKS WITHIN THE CITY OF
ROSEMEAD AND AMENDING THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE.
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Attorney Keeler presented this ordinance by title only,
Mr. Keeler explained that in accordance with State regu-
lations this amendment changes the first clay
in which fireworks can be sold from June 25 to June 28.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman
Pike, and unanimously carried, that further reading be
waived and Ordinance No. 320 be introduced,
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude,
Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
14, SET PUBLIC HEARING ON ZONE CHANGE NO. 52 - BOYD'S IMPORTED
CARS - 8930 E. MISSION DRIVE - C-1 TO C-3.
It was recommended this hearing be scheduled for June
8,.1971; there being no objections it was so ordered,
COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS
15. PLANNING - NONE
16. TRAFFIC:
A, TRUCK ROUTES.
Mr. Envall advised of the Commission's recommendation
to designate the following streets as truck routes:
1. Lower Azusa Road from Rosemead Boulevard to the
Southern Pacific Railroad right-of-way.
2. Mission Drive from Valley Boulevard to the westerly
City boundary.
3. Valley Boulevard from the easterly to the westerly
City boundary.
4, Garvey Avenue from the easterly to the westerly
City boundary,
5. Temple City Boulevard from the northerly City
boundary (Southern Pacific Railroad) to the San
Bernardino Freeway.
6: Walnut Grove Avenue from the northerly City boundary
(Southern Pacific Railroad) to San Gabriel Boulevard,
7, San Gabriel Boulevard from the Pomona Freeway to
Delta Avenue.
8, San Gabriel Boulevard from Hellman Avenue to Potrero
Grande Boulevard,
9. Rush Street from San Gabriel Boulevard to Walnut
Grove Avenue.
The truck route signs would be placed at the crossing
of truck route streets.
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman
Hunter, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing
recommendation be approved.
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B. EMERSON PLACE AND KELLBURN AVENUE - ADDITIONAL
REGULATIONS.
Mr. Envall made reference to two requests desiring stop
signs or a signal at the above location, and advised that
following investigation it is the Commission's recom-
mendation that (1) single yellow skip center line striping
be placed on Emerson between San Gabriel and Del Mar with
double center line striping at the approaches to the
crowned areas and (2) that a six hour hand count be taken
at the intersection of Kelburn Avenue and Emerson Place
to determine if additional boulevard stop regulations are
needed, and (3) that the Sheriff's Department provide
selective enforcement of this section of Emerson Place
during the interim period.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman
Hunter, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recom-
mendation be approved,
Mayor Maude recessed the meeting at 8:37 p.m, and
reconvened at 8:35 p.m.
C. DELTA AVENUE BETWEEN VALLEY AND MARSHALL - SPEED
LIMIT REGULATIONS AND BOULEVARD STOP.
Mr. Envall made reference to a request from Mr. Nopper of
3809 Delta Avenue, desiring additional regulations.
It is the Commission's recommendation that Norwood Place
be stopped at the east approach to Delta Avenue with stop
and stop bar pavement markings, and that the Sheriff's
Department be contacted for selective enforcement of the
reported excessive speeds during the peak hours,
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman
Andersen, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing
recommendation be approved,
D. ALLEY WEST OF WALNUT GROVE BETWEEN FERN AND KLINGERMAN -
RESTRICTED PARKING.
Reference was made to a complaint of having difficulty
maneuvering into the garages on the east side of subject
alley due to conflict with parked vehicles adjacent to
the Little League diamonds extending between Klingerman
and the east-west alley, midway between Fern and Klingerman.
In order to alleviate this condition, it is recommended
that "No Parking - Except for Loading and Unloading" be
placed on the east side of this alley at the north side
of Klingerman Street and immediately north of the east-
west alley, and on the west side of subject alley at the
south line of Fern Street and immediately south of the
east-west alley.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman
Hunter, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recom-
mendation be approved.
E. HELLMAN AVENUE EAST OF PROSPECT AVENUE - RED CURB
MARKINGS.
Reference was made to a request for red curb due to in-
adequate parking space for vehicles, and recommended that
such markings be placed on the south side of Hellman Avenue
between the first and second driveway, second and third,
and third and fourth driveways east of Prospect Avenue.
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It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman
Hunter, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing
recommendation be approved.
F. GREENDALE AVENUE AND MARSHALL STREET - NOT A THROUGH
STREET SIGN.
Mr. Envall stated that Greendale Avenue is a dead end
street and therefore recommended the placement of the
above-named sign.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman
Taylor, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recom-
mendation be approved.
G. ROSEMEAD BLVD. (E/S) SOUTH OF VALLEY - RESTRICTED
PARKING.
Mr. Envall made reference to a request from Doug Stone,
Chamber of Commerce manager, regarding additional
restrictions on the east side of Rosemead Boulevard south
of Valley Boulevard to Steele Street.
It is the Commission's recommendation that "No Stopping
At Any Time" signs be placed on the east side of Rosemead
Boulevard from Valley to Steele; signs to be placed on
existing posts used for two hour parking.
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman
Hunter, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recom-
mendation be approved.
H. SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD AND POTRERO GRANDE - PEDESTRIAN
Reference was made to Council referral based on a request
from the school district regarding a pedestrian crossing
problem at the subject intersection.
Mr. Envall stated that modification of this intersection
will take place in the very near future, and rather than
install "Walk-Don't Walk" indications at the present time,
he would recommend removal of the right turn arrow.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman
Taylor, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recom-
mendation be approved.
1. ROSEMEAD PLACE AT HERSHEY AND EARLESWOOD AVENUES -
NOT A THROUGH STREET SIGN.
Mr. Envall recommended the placement of the above-named
sign to be located on the east side of Rosemead Place
at the Hershey Avenue approach.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman
Taylor, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recom-
mendation be approved.
COMMUNICATIONS
17. A. ROSEMEAD ECOLOGY ACTION AND UNITED METHODIST CHURCH -
REQUEST FOR WAIVER OF FEES.
Mr. Gunn explained that the Ecology Action group and the
Methodist Church are planning to build and maintain a
reclamation center at 9032 Mission Drive.
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Due to the fact that the Church is located in a residential
zone it is necessary they obtain a conditional use permit.
They feel the center will be a service to the entire
community and are requesting the Council waive the $125
fee required.
Following discussion, the Attorney was instructed to
determine if in fact a conditional use permit is required.
Mr. Keeler was further directed to prepare a report
clarifying the Council's authority to waive fees in general.
Mr. John Shaw, President of Ecology Action,
addressed the Council regarding their request
and questioned when he will be notified of
the Council's decision.
Mayor Maude stated this item would be considered at-the
June 1 meeting.
18. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE.
A. Mr. Charles Golec, 3842 Temple City Boulevard,
addressed the Council as to the progress being
made in improving Temple City Boulevard.
There being no objections, the City Manager was
directed to schedule an informational meeting for
all property owners involved in the widening of
this street.
B. Mr. Leonard Lebetkin, 3053 N. San Gabriel Boulevard,
addressed the Council regarding a tree problem he
is having with a neighbor.
Mr. Keeler stated this matter is of private concern
between the two property owners and the City has no
legal basis to interfere.
Mr. Lebetkin also stated that adjoining neighbor
has two structures that have been condemned but
not removed and could become a fire hazard,
Mr. Street was instructed to check this matter.
19. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS.
NONE
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 to
Tuesday, June 1, 1971 at 7:00 o'clock p.m. Meeting
adjourned at 9:22 o'clock p.m;
CITY CLERK MAYOf