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CC - 08-24-71CITY OF ROSEMEAD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF AUGUST 24, 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 pro tem Hunter at 8:00 o'clock p.m. I, CALL TO ORDER The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Taylor. The Invocation was delivered by Reverend Percy Furgeson of the California Christian Home. 2. ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmen: Hunter, Pike, Taylor Absent: Councilmen: Andersen; Maude Ex officio: Andersen, Foutz, Gunn, Keeler, Street Mayor pro tem Hunter stated the record should show that Councilman Andersen and Mayor Maude are excused from this meeting. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: AUGUST 10, 1971 - REGULAR MEETING. It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Taylor, and unanimously carried, that the minutes of August 10, 1971, be approved as printed. PUBLIC HEARINGS - CONFIRMATION OF ASSESSMENTS 4. RESOLUTION NO. 71-55. ALLEY IMPROVEMENT. NORTH OF GARVEY AVENUE BETWEEN ROSEMEAD PLACE AND SULLIVAN AVENUE. PAVEMENT ONLY. Mr. Street reported that total cost to property owners for this improvement is $1,031.40 and that notices were mailed advising of the hearing. Mayor pro tem Hunter requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand and be sworn in. No one responded. The hearing was declared open at 8:04 p.m. No one responded and it closed immediately. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE STREET SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT AND ASSESSMENTS THEREIN (ALLEY-NORTH OF GARVEY BETWEEN ROSEMEAD PLACE AND SULLIVAN AVENUE). Attorney Keeler presented this resolution by title only. It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Pike, and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and Resolution No. 71-56 be adopted. MARSHALL 5 RESOLUTION NO. ETS.Sl CURBI, L GUTTER, DRIVEWAY BETWEEN APPROACHES AND GUESS STRE AND PAVEMENT. Mr. Street stated that total cost to property owners is $2,574.56 and that notices were mailed advising of the hearing. Mayor pro tem Hunter requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand and be sworn in. No one responded. • • Page Two C/C 8/24/71 The hearing was declared open at 8:05 p.m. No one responded and it closed immediately. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE STREET SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT AND ASSESSMENTS THEREIN (ELLIS LANE-EAST SIDE-MARSHALL TO GUESS STREET). 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. 71-57 be adopted. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 6. ORDINANCE NO. 324. AMENDING ANIMAL ORDINANCE - INCREASE IN LICENSE FEES. SECOND READING. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ADOPTING BY REFERENCE ORDINANCE NO. 4729 OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ENTITLED "ANIMAL CONTROL ORDINANCE" AS AMENDED AND IN EFFECT ON JULY 1, 1971, 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. 324 be adopted. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: NOES: Councilmen: ABSENT: Councilmen: Hunter, Pike, Taylor None Andersen, Maude 7. ROSEMEAD PARK STORAGE BUILDING AND SHELTER. Mr. Gunn advised that three proposals were received for this project. The companies were instructed to include in their proposals 1) cost of materials, 2) cost of assembly and 3) all structural plans and engineering. They were also instructed to give an alternate quotation on painting of the building and shelter, a 125' x 25' slab for the building and shelter and lighting for the building. A local bid has been received on the cement work of $1,500 and it is estimated the lighting will cost $500. It was recommended that the bid of J.E. Francis Company be accepted for construction of the building and shelter, and local contractors for the cement slab footing and lighting. Following discussion, it was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Pike, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recommendation be approved, providing said proposal includes the installation of two roof ventilators. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: NOES: Councilmen: ABSENT: Councilmen: Hunter, Pike, Taylor None Andersen, Maude Ll Page Three C/C 8/24/71 NEW BUSINESS 0 8. RESOLUTION NO. 71-58. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $186,578.43 AND DEMANDS NUMBERS 11130-11169. City Treasurer Foutz presented this resolution by title only. It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Mayor pro tem Hunter, and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and Resolution No. 71-58 be adopted. Roll Call Vote as follows: 9. 10. AYES: Councilmen: Hunter, Pike, Taylor NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude RESOLUTION NO. 71-59. SETTING TAX RATE FOR MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 1. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE:CITY OF ROSEMEAD LEVYING A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT TAX WITHIN THE ROSEMEAD CITY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NUMBER ONE. 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. 71-59 be adopted. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Hunter, Pike, Taylor NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude RESOLUTION NO. 71-60. SETTING TAX RATE FOR CITY LIGHTING DISTRICT. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD LEVYING A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT TAX WITHIN THE ROSEMEAD CITY LIGHTING DISTRICT. Attorney Keeler presented this resolution by title only. It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Pike, and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and Resolution No. 71-60 be adopted. Roll Call Vote as follows: -AYES: Councilmen: NOES: Councilmen: ABSENT: Councilmen: 11. Hunter, Pike, Taylor None Andersen, Maude HEARING OFFICER'S REPORT - CANDY'S - 8942 E. GARVEY AVENUE- DANCE AND ENTERTAINMENT LICENSE. Mr. Gunn presented the above report and recommended issuance of license, subject to conditions. it was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Taylor, and carried, that we accept the report and issue license as recommended. Page Four C/C 8/24/71 Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: NOES: Councilmen: ABSENT: Councilmen: 0 Pike, Taylor Hunter Andersen, Maude 12. PROPOSED DEMOLITION OF BUILDINGS - 2525 N. STRATHMORE AVENUE AND 2403 N. EARLE AVENUE. Mr. Gunn stated no action will be required on the Earle Avenue property as owner has taken out the necessary building permit within the allowed time. The actual cost of the work for the Strathmore property will be recovered by a special assessment against the property and will result in no expense to the City. It was recommended that the City Engineer be authorized to proceed, under ordinance provisions, to have the buildings demolished and upon completion of the work, collect the actual costs therefor, 13. 14, 15 It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Pike, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recom- mendation be approved, APPROVAL OF SLURRY SEAL SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID. Mr. Gunn advised that staff has completed preparation of specifications for-the slurry seal pavement compound to be applied this fiscal year, and recommended Council approve said specifications and authorize staff to accept bids. It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Taylor, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recom- mendation be approved. PROPOSED 1972 SENIOR OLYMPIC SWIM MEET. Mr. Gunn stated due to the this proposal be referred for consideration at their were no objections and so time involved he would recommend to the Park and Recreation Board earliest convenience. There ordered. COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS TRAFFIC: A. GARVEY AVENUE WEST OF PINE STREET - SHORT TIME PARKING. Mr. Envall made reference to a citizen request desiring modification of parking in front of the Rosemead Post Office (South San Gabriel Branch) located on the south side of Garvey Avenue immediately west of Pine Street. Field investigation indicated that one additional short time parking space would be in the best interest of the Post Office Department and the City. It is therefore recommended that one additional short time parking zone be placed on the south side of Garvey Avenue at the west end of the present short time parking zone. This will be a twenty minute zone, Sundays excepted, 7:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. Page Five C/C 8/24/71 0 It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Pike, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recom- mendation be approved. B. ELLIS LANE AND STEELE STREET - BOULEVARD STOPS. Reference was made to field observation indicating Steele Street is the only street not required to stop at Ellis Lane between Temple City Boulevard and Olney Street. With the proposed center line striping and speed limit regulations on Ellis Lane between above limits, it is believed necessary that Steele Street be stopped, and therefore, recommended it be stopped at the west. approach to Ellis Lane with stop and stop bar pavement markings. It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Taylor, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recom- mendation be approved. C. LINDCOVE LANE AND BARTLETT AVENUE - NOT A THROUGH STREET SIGN. Reference was made to a request for placement of the above sign, and recommended that such a sign be installed on the south side of Lindcove Lane, at the east line of Bartlett Avenue for eastbound traffic. It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Pike, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recom- mendation be approved. COMMUNICATIONS 16. A. SAN GABRIEL VALLEY HOT LINE. Mr. Gunn stated that a representative of this organization wished to address the Council this-evening, but apparently could not attend. 17. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE. A. Mr. Ernest Hollinshead, 2627 Brighton Avenue, addressed the Councii inquiring as to whether a used car lot is being established at 3026 N. Del Mar Avenue. Mr. Gunn stated he is familar with this matter and it is his understanding that the vehicles are being stored temporarily, but he will investigate further. Mr. Hollinshead also discussed the parking of vehicles in front yards, and residents leaving the trash receptacles in the parking. 18. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS. A. Mr. Gunn recommended that staff be instructed to secure bid quotations for the purchase of four to six strain poles to be placed across major streets. Following discussion, it was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Mayor pro tem Hunter, and unanimously carried,, that we approve the foregoing recommendation and proceed immediately with the purchase of four strain poles, pro- viding cost is within budgeted amount, and further, if sufficient funds available we purchase an additional two. Page Six C/C 8/24/71 Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: NOES: Councilmen: ABSENT: Councilmen: 0 Hunter, Pike, Taylor None Andersen, Maude B. It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Taylor, and unanimously carried, that the City pay transportation costs for those City officials visiting our Sister City Zapopan in September. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: NOES: Councilmen: ABSENT: Councilmen: Hunter, Pike, Taylor None Andersen, Maude There being no further business to come before the Council, it was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Pike, and unanimously carried, that we adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 8:50 p.m. CITY CLERK MAYOR PRO TEM