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CC - 06-22-71• • CITY OF ROSEMEAD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF JUNE 22, 1971 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 Mayor pro tem Hunter. The Invocation was delivered by Reverend John Clarkson of the Foursquare Church. 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: JUNE 8, 1971 - REGULAR MEETING It was pointed out by Councilman Andersen that the minutes should reflect only Council action,and therefore,the motion made by Councilman Pike on page seven,which did not receive a second,should be deleted. It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Hunter, and unanimously carried, that the minutes of June 8, 1971, be approved as corrected. PUBLIC HEARING 4. 1971-72 BUDGET. 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 8:05 p.m. Mr. Ernest Hollinshead, 2627 Brighton St., addressed the Council and remarked on numerous budgetary items. He also requested that more improvements be made in the southwest area of the City, namely the improvement of Del Mar (Avenue. The hearing was declared closed at 8:13 P.m. Mr. Gunn stated the budget does not show the additional $50,000 which he understands the Council wishes to appro- priate for Capital Outlay-Community Center, and therefore this item should be changed to $100,000 and the unappro- priated reserve reduced to $172,336. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Taylor,and carried,that we approve the foregoing change and adopt the budget for 1971-72. Roll Call Vote as follows: Page Two C/C 6/22/71 AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen: Councilmen: Councilmen: 0 Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Tavlor Pike None UNFINISHED BUSINESS 5. ORDINANCE NO. 321, APPROVING ZONE CHANGE NO. 52. BOYD'S IMPORTED CARS - C-1 TO C-3 - 8930 E. MISSION DRIVE. SECOND READING. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD CHANGING THE ZONE OF CERTAIN PROPERTY FROM C-1 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 Hunter, and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and Ordinance No. 321 be adopted, Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT Councilmen: None 6. ORDINANCE NO. 322, AMENDING MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING BUILDING REHABILITATION APPEALS BOARD._ INTRODUCTION. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD DELETING A PROVISION OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO THE REHABILITATION APPEALS BOARD AND AMENDING THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE. Attorney Keeler presented this ordinance by title only. It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Hunter, and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and Ordinance No. 322 be introduced, Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None 7. CATV FRANCHISE PROPOSALS. Mr, Gunn stated that staff is concluding the evaluation and analysis of the proposals submitted and a recommenda- tion will be forthcoming. Because of the complex nature of this type operation, it would be beneficial to view physical plants operated by the applicants. The staff is aware of invitations to the Council in this regard, and recommends that either all or-part of the Council inspect the system facilities. The Council agreed and indicated that a date would be selected. NEW BUSINESS 8. RESOLUTION NO. 71-42, CLAIMS AND DEMANDS. E Page Three C/C 6/22/71 0 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM.OF $47,339.83 AND DEMANDS NUMBERS 10819 - 10885. City Treasurer Foutz presented this resolution by title only. Councilman Hunter made reference to the amount being spent for vehicle maintenance and operation and suggested present agreement be reviewed and a more equitable proposal prepared. There were no objections and so ordered. It was moved by Councilman Hunter „second by Councilman Andersen, and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and Resolution No. 71-42 be adopted. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None 9, AWARD OF CONTRACT - GARVEY AVENUE RESURFACING - NEW AVENUE TO RIO HONDO BRIDGE. i Mr. Gunn advised that bids were received June 18 and recommended the Council accept the low bid of Vernon Paving Company in the amount of $76,519.70. It was moved by-Councilman Pike, second by-Councilman Taylor, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recom- mendation be approved and the Mayor authorized to execute said contract. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None 10. ACCEPTANCE OF SANITARY SEWERS - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON COMPANY. Mr. Gunn advised that the sewers constructed under Rosemead Private Contract Nos. 70-1 and 71-1 have been completed, and recommended that Council approve said work and accept for public use the sewers offered for dedication by the Edison Company. It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Hunter, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recom- mendation be approved. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None 11. DISCUSSION OF TRESPASSING UPON PRIVATE PROPERTY. Reference was made to an ordinance adopted by the City of San Rafael prohibiting trespasses upon private property. • Page Four C /C 6/22/71 C Attorney Keeler advised that said ordinance was found constitutional by the California Supreme Court in a recent case. The ordinance, in part, states that no person shall remain upon any private property or business premises, after being notified by the owner or lessee or other person in charge thereof to remove therefrom. Following discussion it was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen, and unanimously carried, that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare a similar ordinance for consideration at the next meeting. 12. SET PUBLIC HEARING ON THE FOLLOWING: A. ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT ZONE. B. APPEAL OF J. DURAN & R. MONGE ON DENIAL OF CUP FOR BEER AND BILLIARD PARLOR AT 8244 GARVEY AVENUE. It was recommended these hearings be scheduled for July 13th; there being no objections it was so ordered. COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS 13. PLANNING - NONE 14. TRAFFIC: A_ EARLE AND WELLS STREET - BOULEVARD STOP. Mr. Envall made reference to a citizen request regarding the placement of a boulevard stop sign at the above loca- tion, and stated it is the Commission's recommendation that such a sign be installed on Earle at the north approach to Wells with stop and stop bar pavement markings. It is believed this will alleviate any possible cross conflict at the school crossing. It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Pike, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recom- mendation be approved. B. 3160 SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD - COMMERCIAL VEHICLE LOADING ZONE REMOVAL. Mr. Envall advised that the commercial loading zone in front of the above premises is no longer needed as the building is vacant, and therefore recommended that said thirty feet of loading zone be rescinded on the east side of San Gabriel, commencing 32 feet south of the south curb line prolongation of Emerson Place to a point sixty-two feet south of said south curb line prolongation. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Hunter, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recom- mendation be approved. C. WALNUT GROVE AVENUE - RUSH STREET TO KLINGERMAN STREET - RESTRICTED PARKING. Reference was made to a request from Southern California Edison Company for the placement of restricted parking signs on both sides of Walnut Grove between the above limits, and it was recommended that "No Parking - Saturday, Sunday and Holidays Excepted" signs be placed on the street light standards at this location. It was moved by Councilman Hunter, second by Councilman Taylor, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recom- mendation be approved. • Page Five C/C 6/22/71 J D. WALNUT GROVE AVENUE - 130' NORTH OF KLINGERMAN STREET - NO STOPPING AT ANY TIME SIGNS. Mr. Envall stated that because of the 56 foot width of Walnut Grove north of Klingerman, and the 84 foot width south of Klingerman, it is the Commission's recommendation that the above named signs be placed at subject location. Following discussion the Council agreed to hold this item over and in the interim view the site. COMMUNICATIONS 15. A. CITIES OF UPLAND AND GARDENA. RE: SALES TAX DISTRIBUTION. Mr. Gunn stated that Upland is opposing the present form of distributing sales tax revenues and requesting a more equitable distribution be required. The City of Gardena is opposing attempt to alter the method of levying, collecting and distributing sales tax. There being no objections the City Attorney was instructed to prepare a resolution similar to that of the City of Gardena. RESOLUTION NO. 71-ts3, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD OPPOSING ANY ATTEMPT TO ALTER THE PRESENT METHOD OF LEVYING, COLLECTING AND DISTRIBUTING THE UNIFORM SALES AND USE TAX UNDER THE BRADLEY-BURNS UNIFORM LOCAL SALES AND USE TAX LAW. It was moved by' Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Hunter, and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived, Resolution No. 71-43 be adopted, and the Clerk directed to notify our elected representatives in the Senate and State Assembly of this action. B. CITY OF LAWNDALE - RESOLUTION REGARDING AMENDMENT TO ELECTIONS CODE. Mr. Gunn stated that City of Lawndale is supporting an amendment to authorize election boards to provide for pre- cinct boards to consist of one inspector and two judges in cases where ballots are to be counted by electronic devices, and also, a similar amendment which would auth- orize precinct boards to consist of one inspector and two judges wherein short paper ballots are utilized. It was moved by Councilman Pike, second.by Councilman Hunter, and unanimously carried, that we support the fore- going proposed amendments and direct the City Attorney to prepare a resolution to this effect. C. MODERN SERVICE COMPANY - RE: INCREASE IN RATES. There being no objections this item was held over for further study. 16. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE. A. Mrs. Ruth Albert, 8742 Scott St., addressed the Council regarding recent termination of Chamber of Commerce Manager. • • Page Six C/C 6/22/71 B. Mr. Ray Lupoli, 9044 Hershey Street, addressed the, Council regarding a drainage problem on his property. Mr. Gunn stated this matter was discussed with him and the County has been instructed to clean the drain. 17 MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS. A. Mr. Gunn recommended that the following level of law enforcement for 1971-72 be approved: 5 56 hour 1 man general law cars 2 56 hour 1 man traffic cars 2 40 hour 1 man traffic cars 1 40 hour motorcycle 1 & 7/10ths detectives It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Mayor Maude, 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 B. Mr. Gunn also presented the basic law enforcement services agreement for 1971-72 and recommended its approval. 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: None C. Mayor Maude stated he would like the Council to consider the adoption of a resolution relating to proposed Federal Revenue Sharing program. Following discussion Attorney Keeler read by title only: RESOLUTION NO. 71-44. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD STRONGLY OPPOSING THE PROPOSED METHOD OF APPORTIONING FEDERAL REVENUE FUNDS TO CITIES BASED ON TAX EFFORT, AND URGING THAT SAID FUNDS BE ALLOCATED ON A PER CAPITA BASIS. It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Hunter, and carried, that further reading be waived, Resolution No. 71-44 be adopted, and the Clerk directed to forward copies to Congressmen Danielson, Wiggins and Rousselot, United States Senator Tunney, and other State representatives as deemed necessary. Councilman Pike voted nay. • • Page Seven C/C 6/22/71 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 a. joint session with the Planning Commission on Tuesday, June 29, 1971 at 6:30 p.m. Meeting adjourned at 9:30 p,m, a///J/' CITY CLERK