CC - 04-28-70CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES OF APRIL 28, 1970
A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of
Rosemead was held in the Council Chambers, 8838 East Valley
Boulevard. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Taylor
at 8:00 o'clock p.m.
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Pro Tem Maude,
The Invocation was delivered by Councilman Andersen.
2. ROLL CALL:
Present: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike,
Taylor
Absent: Councilmen: None
Ex officio: Andersen, Contreras, Foutz, Gunn, Joehnck, Street
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: APRIL 21, 1970 - ADJOURNED REGULAR
MEETING
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman
Maude, and unanimously carried, that the minutes of April
21, 1970, be approved as printed.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
4. MARCH OF DIMES REPRESENTATIVE.
Councilman Andersen was presented with a Certificate of
Appreciation expressing gratitude for the assistance and
support given during the recent March of Dimes drive.
5. PRESENTATION OF PLAQUE TO HERBERT R. HUNTER, FORMER
PLANNING COMMISSIONER.
Mayor Taylor made this presentation and commended
Mr. Hunter for his service on the Commission.
PUBLIC HEARING
6. STREET IMPROVEMENTS. WELLS STREET BETWEEN WALNUT GROVE
AND WESTERLY CITY LIMITS. CURB, GUTTER AND DRIVEWAY
APPROACHES.
Assistant City Manager Street reported that over 50% of
the block in question is already improved with curb, gutter
and driveway approaches, and it is therefore recommended
that the Council order the remainder of the block completed.
Mayor Taylor requested those wishing to be heard to please
stand and be sworn. No one responded.
Mayor Taylor declared the public hearing open at 8:07
o'clock p.m. No one responded and the hearing closed
immediately.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman
Hunter, and unanimously carried, that we proceed with the
foregoing improvement as funds are available.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
7. NONE
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NEW BUSINESS
8. RESOLUTION NO. 70-24. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF
$142,018.01 AND DEMANDS NUMBERS 8781 - 8818.
City Treasurer Foutz presented this resolution by title
only.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman
Pike, and unanimously carried, that further reading be
waived and Resolution No. 70-24 be adopted.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike,
Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
9. RESOLUTION NO. 70-25. DETERMINING CERTAIN STREET NAMES.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
DETERMINING CERTAIN STREET NAMES. (DELTA, EARLE, DOROTHY,
HERSHEY AND DE ADALENA STREETS).
City Attorney Joehnck presented this resolution by title
only.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman
Andersen, and unanimously carried, that further reading
be waived and Resolution•No. 70-25 be adopted.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike,
Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
At this time Mayor Taylor declared the meeting recessed
to a personnel session. Meeting recessed at 8:15 o'clock
p.m.
Mayor Taylor reconvened the meeting at 8:35 o'clock p.m.
10. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS.
Mayor Taylor stated he wished to appoint the following
to the Economic Development Committee:
Burl Blue
Stuart Maude
Elmer Curry
Kenneth Pike
E.R. Dickerson
Barney Tindall
Frank Di Noto
C.E. Hathaway
Harold Henry
Paul Schymos
Burk Kellogg
Bill Kendall
William Newell
Paul Taylor
Richard Miller
Ron Montague
Linn E. Magoffin
Dale Pittinger
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It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman
Maude, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing
appointments be ratified.
1970-71 COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS.
Mayor Taylor stated he would like to make the following
appointments:
SANITATION DISTRICT NO. 15
Representative: Mayor
Alternate: Councilman Maude
LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES
Representative: Mayor
Alternate: Councilman Andersen
CALIFORNIA CONTRACT CITIES
Representative:
Alternate:
Councilman Maude
Councilman Pike
LIBRARY BOARD
Representatives: Councilmen Andersen and Pike
Alternate: Councilman Hunter
SAN GABRIEL VALLEY PLANNING CONGRESS
Representative: Councilman Hunter
Alternate: Councilman Andersen
CITY SELECTION COMMITTEE (R.T.D.)
Representative: Mayor
Alternate: Councilman Hunter
SO CALIFORNIA ASSN OF GOVERNMENTS (SCAG)
Representative: Councilman Andersen
LOS ANGELES REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION STUDY (LARTS)
Representative: Councilman Hunter
SAN GABRIEL VALLEY FAMILY COUNSELING SERVICE (OPEN DOOR)
Representative: Mayor
UPPER SAN GABRIEL VALLEY WATER DISTRICT
Representative: Councilman Maude
Alternate: Councilman Hunter
RECREATION & PARK BOARD
Mayor to fill vacancy of Mr. Whiddon
it was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman
Hunter, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing
Committee appointments be ratified.
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11. RESOLUTION NO. 70-26. APPOINTING ALTERNATE. DIRECTOR OF
COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICT. (COUNCILMAN MAUDE).
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSMEAD
APPOINTING A MEMBER OF SAID CITY COUNCIL TO ACT AS AN
ALTERNATE DIRECTOR OF SOUNTY SANITATION DISTRICT OF LOS
ANGELES COUNTY.
City Attorney Joehnck presented this resolution by title
only.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman
Hunter, and unanimously carried, that further reading be
waived and Resolution No. 70-26 be adopted.
12. RESOLUTION NO. 70-27. APPOINTING REPRESENTATIVE TO LARTS.
(COUNCILMAN HUNTER).
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
APPOINTING A REPRESENTATIVE TO THE LOS ANGELES REGIONAL
TRANSPORTATION STUDY COORDINATING COMMITTEE.
City Attorney Joehnck presented this resolution by title
only.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman
Hunter, and unanimously carried, that further reading be
waived and Resolution No. 70-27 be adopted.
13. RESOLUTION NO. 70-28. APPOINTING REPRESENTATIVE AND
ALTERNATE TO CITY SELECTION COMMITTEE. (MAYOR TAYLOR
AND COUNCILMAN HUNTER).
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
APPOINTING A MEMBER OF SAID COUNCIL OF SAID CITY TO THE
CITY SELECTION COMMITTEE PURSUANT TO PART 3 OF DIVISION
10 OF THE PUBLIC UTILITIES CODE.
City Attorney Joehnck presented this resolution by title
only.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman
Hunter, and ur.n.iimously carried, that further reading be
waived and Resolution No. 70-28 be adopted.
14. APPOINTMENT OF TRAFFIC COMMISSIONER.
Mayor Taylor stated that no appointment would be made
at this time.
15. REQUEST TO DEMOLISH DWELLING ADJACENT TO SAN GABRIEL
GOSPEL TEMPLE.
City Manager Gunn stated that recently the City completed
acquisition of a parcel of property on the south side of
San Gabriel Boulevard just opposite the end of Walnut
Grove Avenue.
Being as there is an old house on the property which is
a detriment rather than an asset, Mr. Gunn recommended
that he be authorized to have the house removed and the
property placed in a more presentable condition. Total
cost should not exceed $500.00.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman
Andersen, and unanimously carried, that the staff be
authorized to secure bids in connection with the foregoing
request.
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SET PUBLIC HEARING DATES ON THE FOLLOWING ITEMS:
A. Confirmation of Assessments. River Ave. (Both sides)
between Garvey Avenue and Southerly Terminus.
B. Confirmation of Assessments. Angelus Ave. (Both Sides)
between Park and Dorothy Streets.
C. Confirmation of Assessments. Muscatel Ave. (East Side)
between Guess and De Adalena Streets.
D. Confirmation of Assessments. Park Street (North Side)
between Angelus Ave, and Easterly Terminus.
E. Zone Change Case No. 44. R-1 to C-3 & P. Northwest
Corner of Ivar Ave, and Steele Street. Bank of America.
It was recommended that hearings on the above be set for
May 12, and there being no objections, so ordered.
COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS
PLANNING COMMISSION - NONE
18. TRAFFIC COMMISSION:
A. IVAR AVENUE BETWEEN BENTEL AND NEWBY AVENUES -
RESTRICTED PARKING.
Mr, Gunn stated that since a valid petition has been
received from property owners and leasees in the above
mentioned area, it is the recommendation of the Commission
that 2 hour parking signs, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Sundays
excepted, be posted on the east side of Ivar Avenue between
Bentel and Newby Avenues.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman
Hunter, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recom-
mendation be approved.
COMMUNICATIONS
19. A. STATE DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL.
Mr. Gunn stated that in Sacramento on May 12, 13 and 14,
the State Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control will
be conducting rule hearings on proposed changes in their
regulations with particular regard to nudity and films,
and it is their desire that representatives of local
jurisdictions appear at these hearings to testify as to
the need for regulations covering the operation of
bottomless locations.
Following discussion, it was moved by Councilman Andersen,
second by Councilman Maude, and unanimously carried, that
necessary arrangements be made for our City Manager to
attend the foregoing meetings.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike,
Taylor
NOES:. Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
B RESOLUTION EXPRESSING SORROW
ONTAGLOSS OF
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
EXPRESSING SORROW AT THE LOSS OF LIC. JUAN MANUAL RUVALCABA
DE LA MORA, PRESIDENTE MUNICIPAL DE ZAPOPAN.
City Attorney Joehnck presented this resolution in full.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman
Maude, and unanimously carried, that Resolution No. 70-29
be adopted, and that a copy of said Resolution be trans-
lated in Spanish and forwarded to Senora Maria Ruvalcaba,
and to Las Ultimas Noticias de Zapopan, for publication
in their newspaper.
20. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE.
A. Mrs. Walter E. Jones, 3131 N. Driggs Avenue, addressed
the Council and presented a petition containing 61
signatures, requesting action be taken to correct the
"eyesore" situation which exists in the construction
yard of Polich Benedict Co., 9133 Garvey Avenue,
Mrs. Jones stated that a chain link fence surrounds
the company and provides no visible blockade from the
various pieces of equipment and materials used,
Mrs, Jones further stated that she has been in contact
with the City of E1 Monte as the property in question
is located within their City, but the street itself
is in the City of Rosemead, and the property owners
being effected are Rosemead residents.
Following brief discussion, the petition was taken
under submission for further study,
B. Mr. Jim Harrington, Jr„ 3120 Rosemead Place, addressed
the Council regarding air pollution, and suggested that
consideration be given to possibly designating one day
per month as "Earth Day".
21. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS,
A. Councilman Maude commented on the present street
sweeping service and suggested that staff meet with
the contractor to see what can be done to improve its
operation.
B. Councilman Maude commented briefly on various County-
City contracts with particular regard to street lights
and traffic signals, and suggested that staff prepare
a list of contractors who may be interested in bidding
on this type of work when the need arises.
C. Councilman Maude also stated that the present representa-
tive for the San Gabriel Valley Corridor of the Rapid
Transit District was defeated in the recent City election,
and inquired as to the procedure necessary to fill this
seat with a representative currently in office,
City Attorney Joehnck stated he would check into the
matter,
D. Mayor Taylor ordered the discussion of landscaping in
front of City Hall placed on the next agenda.
There being no further business to come before the Council,
it was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Hunter,
and unanimously carried, that the meeting be adjourned.
Meeting adjourned at 9:25 o'clock p.m.
CITY CLERK MAYOR
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