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CC - 08-25-70CITY OF ROSEMEAD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA CITY COUNCIL. MINUTES OF AUGUST 25, 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 p.m. 1, CALL TO ORDER The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Maude. The Invocation was delivered by Reverend Percy Ferguson of the California Christian Home. 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: AUGUST 11, 1970 - REGULAR MEETING It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Maude, and unanimously carried, that the minutes of August 11, 1970, be approved as printed, PUBLIC HEARINGS 4. ORDINANCE NO. 296. ADOPTION OF COUNTY ANIMAL ORDINANCE, SECOND READING, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, ADOPTING BY REFERENCE, PURSUANT TO SECTION 50022.2 OF THE GOVERNMENT CODE, THE ANIMAL CONTROL ORDINANCE BEING ORDINANCE NO. 4729, AS AMENDED BY ORDINANCE NO, 945+ OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, AS SAID ORDINANCE IS AMENDED AND IN EFFECT ON JULY 1, 1970, AND AMENDING THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE, City Attorney Keeler presented this ordinance by title only. Mayor Taylor requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand and be sworn in. No one responded, Mayor Taylor declared the public hearing open at 8:03 p.m. No one responded and it closed immediately. It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Andersen, and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and Ordinance No, 296 be adopted, Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None 5. RESOLUTION NO. 70`1.. CONFIRMATION OF ASSESSMENTS, BURTON AVENUE (W/S) BETWEEN GARVEY AVENUE & RAMONA BOULEVARD, CURB, GUTTER, DRIVEWAY APPROACHES & SIDEWALKS, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE STREET SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT AND ASSESSMENTS THEREIN (BURTON AVENUE - WEST SIDE - BETWEEN GARVEY AVENUE AND RAMONA BLVD). City Attorney Keeler presented this resolution by title only, Mayor Taylor requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand and be sworn in. The oath was administered by City Clerk Andersen. • • Page Two C/C 8/25/70 Mayor Taylor declared the public hearing open at 8:05 p.m: The following persons addressed the Council regarding the extraor- dinary grading: Mr. Depry, 3139 Burton Avenue Mr. W. DeYampert, 3133 Burton Avenue Mr. George Kaplan, 3253 Burton Avenue Mrs. Francis Egge, 3235 Burton Avenue, addressed the-Council regarding the driveway and sidewalk footage on her property. Mr. Joseph Nodar, 3147 Burton Avenue; stated that he.felt there was a slight error in his assessment for the driveway approach. Mayor Taylor declared the public.hea;ri.ng closed at 8120 p1mi It was suggested that the Council defer action, and order the staff to check Mr. Nodar's assessment and report.back tb.the,Council at the next regular meeting. There being no objections, it was so ordered. 6. RESOLUTION NO. 70-57. CONFIRMATION OF ASSESSMENTS; ROCKHOLD AVENUE (W/S) BETWEEN OLNEY AND MARSHALL STREETS. CURB, GUTTER, DRIVEWAY APPROACHES it SIDEWALKS. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE STREET SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT AND ASSESSMENTS THEREIN (ROCKHOLD AVENUE - WEST SIDE - BETWEEN OLNEY AND MARSHALL STREETS), City Attorney Keeler presented this resolution by title only. Mayor Taylor requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand and be sworn in. No one responded. Mayor Taylor declared the public hearing open at 8:22 p.m. No one responded and the hearing closed immediately. It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Hunter, and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and Resolution No. 70-57 be adopted. 7. STREET IMPROVEMENTS, ROCKHOLD AVENUE (E/S) BETWEEN OLNEY AND MARSHALL STREETS. CURB, GUTTER F, DRIVEWAY APPROACHES. Assistant Cit96 Manager Street reported that property owners representing % of the front footage had signed the petition for the installation of curb, gutter, and driveway approaches. Mayor Taylor requested those wishing to be heard to please stand and be sworn in. No one responded. Mayor Taylor declared the public hearing open at 8:25 p.m. No one responded and the hearing closed immediately. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Pike, and unanimously carried, that we proceed with the foregoing improvements as funds are available. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None • Page Three C/C 8/25/70 E It was suggested that the staff inform the property owners at the time of circulating a petition for curb, gutter, and driveway approaches only, that it is possible for the property owner to enter into a private agreement with the contractor to have side- walks installed when the other improvements are made. There being. no objections, it was so ordered. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 8. ROSE ROOM - 8772 EAST VALLEY BOULEVARD - PAT AND FRANK CIRILLO. 1, ZONE VARIANCE APPEAL. Mr. Pat Cirillo, 8772 full, requesting that Following discussion, Councilman Hunter, an Commission's decision be denied. East Valley Boulevard, read his letter in the zone variance be granted. it was moved by Councilman Maude, second by I unanimously carried, that the Planning be upheld and the foregoing Zone Variance Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None 2. APPLICATION FOR DANCE LICENSE. Following discussion, it was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Hunter, and unanimously carried that the dance license be denied. It was suggested that the appeal fee and procedure for Zone Variances and Zone Changes be taken under study by the City Attorney. There being no objections, it was so ordered. 9. APPROVAL OF SPECIFICATIONS - 1970-71 VEHICLE MAINTENANCE. City Manager Gunn presented the proposed specifications and main- tenance contract and recommended approval. Following discussion, it was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Pike, and unanimously carried that the specifications and maintenance contract be approved and advertisement of bids authorized. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None 10. ORDINANCE NO. 295. DECLARING INTENTION TO ORDER CHANGE OF GRADE ON WALNUT GROVE AVENUE BETWEEN KLINGERMAN STREET & SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD. SECOND READING. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO ORDER A CHANGE OF GRADE ON WALNUT GROVE AVENUE BETWEEN KLINGERMAN STREET AND SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD. City 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. 295 be adopted. • 12. Page Four C/C 8/25/70 Roll Call Vote as follows; AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None RESOLUTION NO. 70-58. COMMENDING MARANATHA HIGH SCHOOL. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD COMMENDING MARANATHA HIGH SCHOOL FOR ITS OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTIONS IN THE FIELD OF EDUCATION AND MORAL TRAINING, AND EXPRESSING REGRET THAT THE SCHOOL MUST CLOSE ITS FACILITY IN ROSEMEAD. City Attorney Keeler presented this resolution in full. It was moved by Councilma unanimously carried, that It was suggested that the of this resolution to the presentation to Maranatha it was so ordered. NEW BUSINESS 1 Maude, second by Councilman Hunter, and Resolution No. 70-58 be adopted. City Clerk be directed to forward copies City of Arcadia, and prepare a copy for High School. There being no objections, RESOLUTION NO. 70-59. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $49,566.84 AND DEMANDS NUMBERS 9343-9390. City Treasurer Foutz presented this resolution by title only. Following discussion, it was moved by Councilman Hunter, second by Councilman Maude, and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and Resolution No. 70-59 be adopted. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None 26. COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS TRAFFIC COMMISSION: A. NEW AVENUE SOUTH OF GARVEY AVENUE - LEFT TURN POCKET. Traffic Engineer Envall made reference to the recent improvement of New Avenue on the southerly end, north of Graves Avenue. The previous widening of New Avenue north of Garvey Avenue had necessitated the placement of a left turn pocket for south bound traffic, and with the recent extension of New Avenue to Graves, traffic volume is increasing. Mr. Envall advised the Council that the Traffic Commission is recommending that a modified left turn pocket be placed on New Avenue at the south approach of Garvey Avenue to correspond to the north approach. It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Hunter, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recommendation be approved. NEW BUSINESS (continued) 13. RESOLUTION NO. 70-60. REQUESTING PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION TO CONSIDER GRADE SEPARATION ON Lr)WER AZUSA ROAD, EAST OF ENCINITA AVENUE. Page Five C/C 8/25/70 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY.,COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF;,ROSEMEAD REQUESTING THAT THE PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION CONSI,DER.,ANO ESTABLISH;PRIORITY FOR THE GRADE SEPARATION ON LOWER AZUSA ROAD.EAST OF ENCINITA AVENUE, AND AUTHORIZE THE COUNTY ROAD COMMISSIONER TO INITIATE PROCEEDINGS AND NEGOTIATE WITH ALL INTERESTED PARTIES, City Attorney Keeler presented this resolution by title only. Following discussion it was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Andersen, and unanimously carried, that further reeding be waived, and Resolution No, 70-60 be adopted, 14, RESOLUTION NO. 70-61, CONSENTING TO PORTIONS OF WALNUT GROVE AVENUE, KLINGERMAN it RUSH STREETS, AS PART OF THE COUNTY SYSTEM OF HIGHWAYS, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CONSENTING TO ESTABLISHMENT OF PORTIONS OF WALNUT GROVE, KLINGERMAN STREET AND RUSH STREET WITHIN SAID CITY AS PART OF THE SYSTEM OF COUNTY HIGH- WAYS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, City Attorney Keeler presented this resolution by title only, City Manager Gunn recommended approval so that the County may proceed with the"improvements. It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen, and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and Resolution No. 70-61 be adopted. 15, RESOLUTION N0,' ORDERING VACATION OF PORTION OF SEWER EASE- MENT - FIRST CITY BANK, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ORDERING THE VACATION OF A PORTION OF A SEWER EASEMENT, City Attorney Keeler presented this resolution by title only. It was suggested that this matter be deferred to the next meeting. There being no objections, it was so ordered, 16, RESOLUTION NO. 70-62, SETTING TAX RATE FOR STREET LIGHTING DISTRICTS, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD LEVYING A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT TAX WITHIN THE ROSEMEAD STREET LIGHTING DISTRICT, City Attorney Keeler presented this resolution by title only, Councilman Maude inquired about the tax rate in regards to residents paying for the lighting in the business district. Following discussion, it was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Andersen, and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and Resolution No, 70-62 be adopted, 17, RESOLUTION NO. 70-63. SETTING TAX RATE FOR MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. ONE, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD LEVYING A SPECIAL ASSESSMENT TAX WITHIN THE ROSEMEAD CITY MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NUMBER ONE, City Attorney Keeler presented this resolution by title only, City Manager Gunn advised the Council that the increase in the tax rate is to provide for the possible increase in the maintenance agreement, and if there is a reserve it will remain in this district's account for future use. 01 Page Six C/C 8/25/70 1] It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Pike, and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and Resolution No. 70-63 be adopted, 17. B. SETTING PROPERTY TAX RATE (NOT ON AGENDA) It was moved by Councilman Hunter, second by Councilman Maude, and unanimously carried, that the City Property Tax Rate remain as zero. 18. APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT WITH METROPOLITAN WATER DISTRICT IN CONNECTION WITH IMPROVEMENT OF WALNUT GROVE AVENUE BETWEEN KLINGERMAN STREET AND SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD. City Manager Gunn presented the above agreement and recommended approval. It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen, and unanimously carried that the foregoing agreement be approved and the Mayor authorized to execute. 19. APPROVAL OF SPECIFICATIONS FOR STORM DRAIN PROJECT NO. 1109 - GARVEY AVENUE. City Manager Gunn presented the above specifications and recommended that the Council approve the specifications, authorize the Los Angeles County Flood Contol District to proceed with the construc- tion, and grant permission to occupy and use the public streets in the City to construct, operate, and maintain said installations, Mr. Gunn further stated that per County, the City need not comply with Section 1, Paragraph 12 of the engineering Agreement. It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Andersen, and unanimously carried that the Council approve the City Manager's recommendation subject to staff checking the specifications. 20. HEARING OFFICER'S REPORT - PUNCHY'S CAFE - 7900 EAST GARVEY AVENUE - BILLIARD LICENSE. City Manager Gunn presented the report of the Hearing Officer and recommended approval of the license, subject to the recommended conditions. It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Maude, and unani- mously carried, that the license be granted subject to conditions. 21. LAW ENFORCEMENT CONTRACT MODIFICATION. City Manager Gunn advised the Council that per conversations with the Sheriff's Department, it is recommended that the City Manager be authorized to modify the Law Enforcement Contract to include the extention of one traffic car from six days to seven days per week, and that the budgetary appropriation for law enforcement be increased $7,000.00 for this purpose, which will commence on September 1, 1970. Following discussion, it was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Andersen, and unanimously carried that the Council approve the foregoing recommendation and appropriate $7,000.00 for the balance of the fiscal year on a test basis. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None C Page Seven C/C 8/25/70 0 22, GARVEY PARK TERRACE PROJECT, City Manager Gunn requested the Council's authorization to proceed with advertisement of bids for the budgeted redevelopment of the picnic area at Garvey Park; It was moved by Councilman Pike, second ly Councilman Maude, and unanimously carried that staff be authorized to pro~eed,with the advertisement of bids, for construction to begin after January 1, 1971, and completion before April 1, 1971, Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None 23. APPLICATION FOR CABLE TELEVISION FRANCHISE - HUGHES AIRCRAFT, City Manager Gunn recommended that this matter be referred to the staff and the City Attorney for further study, Mr, John Powell, Hughes Aircraft, briefed the Council on what benefits the cable television would offer the City of Rosemead. It was recommended that the Council undertake the application for further study. There being no objections, it was so ordered, 24, SET PUBLIC HEARING ON THE FOLLOWING: A. ZONE CHANGE #47 - UNIVERAL SAVINGS & LOAN - 8914-32 BENTEL ST, B. CONFIRMATION OF ASSESSMENTS: 1) MUSCATEL AVENUE (E/S) BETWEEN STEELE & GUESS STREETS 2) DENTON STREET (B/S) BETWEEN GARVEY & GRAVES AVENUES 3) PARK STREET (S/S) BETWEEN ANGELUS & THE EASTERLY TERMINUS 4) DELTA STREET (E/S) BETWEEN DOROTHY & DELTA PLACE. It was recommended by the staff that public hearings be held on the above items on September 8, 1970. There being no objections, it was so ordered, COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS 25, PLANNING COMMISSION: None 26, TRAFFIC COMMISSION: See Page Four COMMUNICATIONS 27, A. SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS COMPANY - MERGER. City Manager Gunn advised the Council that the two natural gas distributing companies of the Pacific Lighting System were merged into one company, the Southern California Gas Company; and the merger agreement is being filed with the City within 30 days after the transfer in accordance with the terms of the franchise. The foregoing communication and agreement were received and filed, and the City clerk directed to forward a copy of the minutes to the Southern California Gas Company. • • 28. 29. Page Eight C/C 8/25 /70 B. LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES - TRAFFIC SAFETY POLICIES. City Manager Gunn presented a report compiled by the League which recommends traffic safety warrants and policies that might be more applicable to our community. It was suggested that the foregoing report be referred to the Traffic Commission for further study and recommendation. There being no objections, it was so ordered, C. PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION - CASE 9051 (NOT ON AGENDA) Mayor Taylor presented a communication from the Public Utilities Commission regarding a proposed general order prohibiting pollution of railroad rights-of-ways be railroad corporations. It was suggested that a resolution supporting the Commission's' proposed order be placed on the next agenda. There being no objections, it was so ordered. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE, A. Mr. Jim Ryan, 3618 Earle Avenue, addressed the Council regarding extraordinary excavation, and also expressed his thanks for the additional lighting that was installed at Delta/Mission Park. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS A. Mayor Taylor proclaimed the week of September 6-12, 1970, as Square Dance Week. Attorney Keeler read this proclamation in full. B. Mayor Taylor advised the Council that he had received approximately 15 letters expressing thanks for the Council's action in support of the Open Door Clinic. C. Councilman Andersen, representative to the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG), advised the Council that the fall general assembly meeting will be held September 24, 1970, and requested that the City Clerk make the necessary arrangements for him to attend. D. Councilman Pike advised the Council that the next Sister-City Committee pot-luck dinner will be held Saturday, September 12, at 6:30 at the Harrington Residence, 3120 Rosemead Place. E. Councilman Maude suggested that the Council and the Planning Commission meet in a joint-session within the next month. There being no objections, it was so ordered. F. Councilman Maude stated that the street sweeping has definitely improved. G. City Manager Gunn requested that he be permitted to attend the City Managers Association in San Diego, and the extended session in aexico. it was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Andersen, and unanimously carried that the foregoing request be approved, H. City Attorney Keeler reported that per Council's instructions, he had made an investigation of the zoning violation of Mrs. Sauvola, in regards to chickens in q, residential zone, Mr. Keeler also advised the Council on the legal definitions and proceedings that this case might warrant. Page Nine C/C 8/25/70 is I, Councilman Maude requested that the staff investigate the zone violation at the La Victoria Foods, where the parking area is being used for storage; J. Councilman Muade requested that the City Attorney be directed to abate the nuisance at the Road Runner, 8629 East Garvey Ave, K. City Treasurer Foutz requested the Council to consider whether the Zapopan officials should ride on a float or in cars at the Heritage Parade, There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Taylor adjourned the meeting at 10:28 p.m. CITY CLERK MAYS'