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CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 971971
A regular meetin of t,91e city Council of the City of
Rosemead was held in Vhe Council Chambers of City 'all,
8838 East Valley Boulevard and called to order by Nlayor
Maude at 8:00 o'clock p.m.
CALL TO ORDER
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Taylor. The
Invocation was delivered by Reverend Kenneth Harry of the
First Baptist Church.
2. ROLL CALL:
Present: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike,
Taylor
Absent% Councilmen: None
Rx officio: Andersen, Foutz, Gunn, Keeler, Street
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: OCTOBER 26, 1971 - REGULAR MEETING
NOVEMBER 2, 1971 - ADJOURNED REGULAR
MTEETING
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman
Hunter, and carried, that the minutes of October 26 and
November 2, 1971, be approved as written.
Councilman Pike abstained from approval of October 26 and
Councilman Taylor from November 2, 1971, due to absence.
PUBLIC HEARINGS - STREET IMPROVETENTS
4. F^RN STREET S/S - MUSCATEL TO DUBONNET. SIDEWALKS.
Assistant City ;Manager Street stated in accordance with
Council instruction,property owners were notified of the
proposed improvements,and the public hearing.
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. Nick Portaro, 2575 Muscatel Avenue, addressed
the Council stating that sidewalks arc already
installed in front of his property.
Mr. Street made note of the above address and stated
that all property owners within the subject block
were notified.
The hearing closed at 8;06 p.m.
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman
Hunter, and unanimously carried, that we proceed with this
improvement as funds are available.
5. FERN STREET - S/S - DUBONNET TO BARTLETT. SIDEWALKS.
mr. Street stated this is also an area the Council desires to
have improved with sidewalks and therefore notices were
mailed advising of the =fearing.
",,ayor -Maude requested anyone wishing to be heard to please
stand and be sworn in. „o one responded.
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The hearing was declared open at 8.07 p.m. No one responded
and it closed immediately.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman
Hunter, and unanimously carried, that we proceed with this
improvement as funds are available.
6. FERN STREET - S/S - BARTLETT TO LA PRESA. SIDEWALKS.
Mr, Street stated that all property owners within this
subject block have been notified of the proposed improvements
and the hearing.
Mayor Maude requested anyone wishinq 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 Pike, second by Councilman
Taylor, and unanimously carried, that we proceed with this
improvement as funds are available.
7. FERN STREET - S/S - PALJAY TO WALNUT GROVE - CURB; GUTTER
AND SIDEWALKS.
mr, Street stated that all property owners within the
above limits have been notified of the proposed improvements
and the hearing.
Mayor Maude requested anyone wishing to be heard to please
stand and be sworn in. ;io one responded.
The hearing was declared open at 8.09 P.M. No one responded
and it closed immediately.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman
Hunter; and unanimously ca~ried, that we proceed with this
improvement as funds are available.
8. FERN STREET - S/S - EARLE TO DELTA - CURB, GUTTER, SIDEWALKS,
Mr. Street stated all property owners within the subject
block have been properly notified of the proposed improvements
and public hearing.
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:.10 p.m. No one responded
and it closed immediately.
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman
Pike, and unanimously carried, that we proceed with this
improvement as funds are available.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
9. ORDINANCE NO. 325. RELATING TO EMERGENCY ORGANIZATION AND
FUNCTIONS. SECOND READING.
API ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEIIEAD RELATIITG TO E67TRGENCY
ORGANIZATION AND FUNCTIONS 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. 325 be adopted.
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Roll Call Vote as follows;
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AYES: Councilmen- Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike,
Taylor _
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
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REPORT ON GARVEY PARK CLUBHOUSE PLANS.
City Manager Gunn presented a sketch of the proposed new
clubhouse, prepared by the staff, together with a report
summarizing the basic floor plan specifications.
Mr. Gunn recommended that the staff be authorized to engage
the services of an architect who will be able to determine
the final details of the building and the actual cost of
the facility.
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman
Hunter, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing.recom-
mendation be approved with a maximum cost of $800 for said
services.
Roll Call Vote as follows;
AYES- Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike,
Taylor
NOES; Councilmen: None
ABSENT! Councilmen,-. None
11. CATV BID PROPOSALS.
Mayor Maude stated that representatives of the three firms
interested in operating a community antenna television system
franchise in the City are in attendance, and requested each
to present a brief summary of their bid proposal.
They were as follows!
Mr. John Powell Theta Cable of California
Mr. Don Phillips Nation Wide Cablevision
Mr. Spence Wood Tele-Communications, Inc.
Mayor klaude recommended this matter be taken under advisement
until the next meeting. There were no objections.
NET17 BUSINESS
12. RESOLUTION NO. 71-72. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSF?`EP_D
ALLOTJING CERTAIN CLAI1'iS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $72,749.85
AND DEMANDS NU14BERS 11456 - 11516.
City Treasurer Foutz presented this resolution by title only.
Mr. Foutz requested that two additional checks be approved
as follows:
United Street Sweeping $ 3,916.07
Deposit Refund 510.00
There were no objections and the total of claims and demands
was revised to read $77,205.92.
Reference was made to check number 11487, purchase of plexiglas
for use in the parks, and staff directed to report in approxi-
mately six weeks as to its effectiveness.
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It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman
Pike, and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived
and Resolution No. 71-72 be adopted.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike,
Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENTa Councilmen: None
13. GRANTING OF QUITCLAIM DEED - RUBIO WASH AT MARSHALL STREET.
Mr. Gunn stated that by agreement between the Flood Control
District and the City, the City agreed to provide the District
with necessary right of way under the 1970 Bond Issue. The
location is on Marshall Street just east of Dubonnet Avenue.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman
Taylor, and unanimously carried, that we authorize execution
of the foregoing deed.
Roll Call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter; Maude, Pike,
Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
14. SET PUBLIC HEARING ON CONFIRMATION OF ASSESSMENT FOR. FERN
STREET - N/S - PALJAY TO LA PRESA.
It was recommended this hearing be scheduled for November
23rd, there being no objections, so ordered.
14A. RESIGNATION FROM TRAFFIC COPIMISSION.
Mr. Gunn presented a letter of resignation from Traffic
Commissioner John Green, advising that he can no longer serve
on the Commission as he is moving outside the City.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Taylor,
and unanimously carried, that we accept the foregoing resigna-
tion with regrets and direct the staff to prepare a plaque
for presentation.
Mayor Laude recessed the meeting to a personnel session at
9:02 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 9°32 p.m.
15. PLANNING CO~UIISSION APPOINTMENT.
Mayor Laude stated he wished to reappoint Paul Schyiros to the
Planning Commission for a full two year term.
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Pike,
and unanimously carried, that the foregoing appointment be
ratified.
COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS
16. None
COMMUNICATIONS
17. None
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18. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE.
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A. Mrs. Ruth Albert, 8742 Scott St., addressed the Council
commenting on pound services and animal and child abuse.
19. MATTERS FROM CITY'OPFICIALS.
A. Attorney Keeler reported that he has been in contact with
the insurance agent for United Street Sweeping Service,
and that a new policy is being written and upon completion
will be forwarded to his office for final approval.
B. Mr. Keeler also stated that the City Hall court case which
was scheduled to be heard today has been delayed and will
begin sometime after Thanksgiving.
C. Councilman Hunter stated that on the east side of Walnut
Grove Avenue between Hellman and Garvey, there are a number
of properties not improved with sidewalks, and suggested
the Council order these installed.
Following discussion it was moved by Councilman Hunter,
second by Councilman Taylor, and unanimously carried,
that staff proceed as necessary to have sidewalks
installed at this location.
D. ;ayor Paaude stated there would be a joint meeting with
the Planning Commission on Monday, November 15 at
6;30 p.m., just prior to their regular meeting.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE.
A, Mrs. Vivian Bonine, no address given, addressed the Council
expressing appreciation for all the street improvements
recently completed in the southern portion of the City.
There being no further business to come before the Council,
it was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by ?ayor Maude,
and unanimously carried, that we adjourn. Meeting adjourned
at 9258 o'clock p.m.