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CC - 05-25-71CITY OF ROSEMEAD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF MAY 25,1971 r 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 • Page Two C/C 5/25/71 0 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. Page Three C/C 5/25/71 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 Page Four C/C 5 /25 /71 0 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. Page Five C/C 5 /25 /71 C~ 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. Page Six C/C 5/25/71 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. Page Seven C/C 5/25/71 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. • • Page Eight C/C 5 /25 /71 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. Page Nine C/C 5/25/71 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