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CC - 11-10-700 0 CITY OF ROSEMEAD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 10, 1970 A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Rosemead was held in the Council Chambers, 8838 East Valley Boulevard, and called to order by Mayor Taylor at 8:00 o'clock p.m. 1. CALL TO ORDER The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Hunter. 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 Ex officio: Andersen, Contreras, Foutz, Gunn, Keeler, Street 3.' APPROVAL OF MINUTES: OCTOBER 29, 1970 = ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Maude, and unanimously carried, that the minutes of October 29, 1970, be approved as written. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS 4. RESOLUTION NO. 70-101. COMMENDING ELAINE STUBBS - MISS ROSEMEAD 1969-70. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD EXPRESSING APPRECIATION AND PAYING TRIBUTE TO ELAINE STUBBS. Attorney Keeler read this resolution in full. It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Hunter, and unanimously carried, that Resolution No. 70-101 be adopted. Mayor Taylor presented this resolution to Miss Stubbs along with a City plaque commemorating her service to the City the past year. 5. COMMENDING PAULINE AND JIM HARRINGTON. Mayor Taylor presented Mr. & Mrs. Harrington with a City plaque and expressed appreciation for the use of their home and facilities during the recent Sister City activities. PUBLIC HEARINGS Mayor Taylor requested anyone wishing to be heard on any of the following public hearings to please stand and be sworn in at this time. The oath was administered by City Clerk Andersen. • E Page Two C/C 11/10/70 6. RESOLUTION NO..70-102. CONFIRMATION OF ASSESSMENTS. VALLEY BOULEVARD (S/S) BETWEEN MUSCATEL AND GERNERT AVENUES. CURB, GUTTER, DRIVEWAY APPROACHES AND SIDEWALKS. (CONTINUED FROM OCTOBER 13, 1970). Assistant City Manager Street reported that per the Council's request, the subject improvements were re- assessed by the staff and the County road inspector. An error of 5 feet was made in the original assess- ment against property at 8724 Valley Boulevard, and the revised total of the entire project is $2,131.45. Mayor Taylor requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand. The hearing was declared open at 8:08 p.m. Mr. Loren Rightmeier of 8724 Valley Boulevard addressed the Council and stated he had measured his property again and was still not satisfied with the figures arrived at by the engineer. Mr. Alfred Smith of 4442 Bartlett Avenue, addressed the Council and veri,lfied that he had measured Mr. Rightmeier's property and arrived at his same figures. Mr. Street stated that Mr. Rightmeier's calculation is 3.99 square feet less than the inspector figured, a reduction of approximately $2.00. Mayor Taylor declared the public hearing closed at 8:23.p.m. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE STREET SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT AND ASSESSMENTS THEREIN (VALLEY BOULEVARD-SOUTH SIDE-BETWEEN MUSCATEL AND GERNERT AVENUES). Attorney Keeler presented this resolution by title only. It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Hunter, and unanimously carried, that Mr. Rightmeier's assessment be reduced $2.00 and that further reading be waived and Resolution No. 70-102 be adopted. 7. RESOLUTION NO. 70-103. CONFIRMATION OF ASSESSMENTS. MARSHALL STREET (N/S) BETWEEN MUSCATEL AND IVAR AVENUES. CURB, GUTTER, DRIVEWAY APPROACHES AND SIDEWALKS. (CONTINUED FROM OCTOBER 13, 1970). Mr. Street stated these improvements were reviewed and re-assessed, and corrections made. The revised total for the entire project is $1,521.30. Mayor Taylor requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand. No one responded. The hearing was declared open at 8:32 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 (MARSHALL STREET-NORTH SIDE-BETWEEN MUSCATEL AND IVAR AVENUES). Page Three C/C 11/10/70 0 Attorney Keeler 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. 70-103 be adopted. 8. RESOLUTION NO. CONFIRMATION OF ASSESSMENTS. STALLO AVENUE (B S BETWEEN DOROTHY AND HELLMAN. CURB,. GUTTER, DRIVEWAY APPROACHES AND SIDEWALKS. Mr. Street reported that assessments for this project total $7,884.82. Mayor Taylor requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand. The hearing was declared open at 8:37 p.m. Mrs. Flossie Alfring, 3369 Stallo Avenue, addressed the Council and submitted two different notices which she received, and questioned the discrepancy. Mr. Street stated he would review Mrs. Alfring's assessment and make an adjustment if necessary. The hearing closed at 8:40 p.m. Mayor Taylor declared the hearing re-opened at 8:42 p.m. Mrs. Ora Murphy of 3323 Stallo Avenue, and Mr. Robert A. Verdugo of 3331 Stallo Avenue, also addressed the Council regarding the cost of these improvements. Mr. Street requested this hearing be continued in order to give staff an opportunity to review the entire project. The hearing closed at 8:46 p.m. There being no objections this matter was continued to November 24, 1970. 9. RESOLUTION NO. 70-104. CONFIRMATION OF ASSESSMENTS. GLADYS AVENUE (B/S) BETWEEN GARVEY AND SOUTHERLY TERMINUS. CURB, GUTTER, DRIVEWAY APPROACHES AND S1-D.EWALKS.I. Mr. Street stated that the assessments for this project total $8,133.44. Mayor Taylor requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand. The hearing was declared open at 8:48 p.m. Mrs. C. Hess of 2700 N. Gladys Avenue, addressed the Council regarding tier assessment. Mr. Street stated that Mrs: Hess owns two parcels of property in which improvements were made. These were primarily driveway approaches. The assessment was re-checked earlier in the week and the figures found to be correct. • Page Four C/C 11/10/70 J Mr. Leroy R. Hughes of 2730 N. Gladys Ave. addressed the Council and stated that the previous owner had signed the petition for these improvements and he did not feel liable in this regard. Attorney Keeler explained that whoever is the record holder of the property' at the time of assessment is liable for said bill. If there is any type of agreement between the previous and new owner, this still would be a matter between the two individuals involved-and not the City. Mayor Taylor declared the hearing closed at 8:57 p.m. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF,ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE STREET SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT AND ASSESSMENTS THEREIN (GLADYS AVENUE-BOTH SIDES-BETWEEN GARVEY AND SOUTHERLY TERMINUS). Attorney Keeler 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. 70-104 be adopted. 10. STREET IMPROVEMENTS. IVAR AVENUE (WEST SIDE)'' BETWEEN MISSION DRIVE AND BOYOTON STREET. CURB, GUTTER AND DRIVEWAY APPROACHES. Mr. Street stated that petitions signed by owners representing 61,1% of the front footage have been received and notices advising of this hearing mailed. Mayor Taylor requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand. No one responded. The hearing was declared open at 8:58 p.m. No one responded and it closed immediately. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Pike, and unanimously carried, that we proceed with this improvement as funds are available. 11. STREET IMPROVEMENTS. ELLIS LANE (EAST SIDE) BETWEEN MARSHALL AND GUESS STREETS. CURB, GUTTER, DRIVEWAY` APPROACHES AND PAVEMENT. Mr. Street stated that petitions signed by owners representing 89% of the front footage have been received and notices advising of this hearing mailed. Mayor Taylor requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand. No one responded. The hearing was declared open at 9:00 p.m. No one responded and it closed immediately, It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Hunter, and unanimously carried, that we proceed with this improvement as funds are available. 12. STREET IMPROVEMENTS. MARSHALL STREET (NORTH SIDE) BETWEEN DELTA AND CHARLOTTE AVENUES. CURB, GUTTER AND DRIVEWAY APPROACHES. Page Five C/C 11/10/70 0 Mr. Street stated that petitions signed by owners representing 65% of the front footage have been received and notices advising of this hearingimalled, Mayor Taylor requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand. The hearing was declared open at 9:01 p.m. Mrs. Purdue of 8319 Marshall Street, addressed the Council and questioned whether her existing concrete driveway will have to be removed. Mr. Street stated he has not viewed the property in question, but if the driveway were installed in accordance with City standards it will not have to be removed. Mrs. Purdue also commented on the drainage problem at the corner of Marshall and Charlotte. Mr. Street replied that installation of curb and gutter should facilitate drainage. Mayor Taylor closed the hearing at 9:04 p.m. % It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Andersen, and unanimously carried, that we proceed with this improvement as funds are available. 13. STREET IMPROVEMENTS. EARLE AVENUE (WEST61 DE) BETWEEN FERN AND KLINGERMAN. CURB, GUTTER AND DRIVEWAY APPROACHES. Mr. Street stated that petitions signed by owners representing 66% of the front footage have been received and notices advising of this hearing mailed. Mayor Taylor requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand. The hearing was declared open at 9:06 p.m. Mr. Vahan Manukian of 2503 Earle Avenue, addressed the Council and stated he was in favor of the proposed improvements but failed to sign the petition when circulated and would like to add his name. Mr. Street submitted the petition for signature. Mr. Charles Hughes of 1851 Verde Vista Drive, Monterey Park, owner of 2413 Earle Avenue, appeared in favor of these improvements and questioned if there were a cost estimate available. Mr. Street stated he would contact Mr. Hughes within the week and give an estimate of the cost involved, Mayor Taylor declared the hearing closed at 9:12 p.m. It was moved by Councilman Hunter, second by Councilman Pike, and unanimously carried, that we proceed with this improvement as funds are available. • Page Six C/C 11/10/70 14, STREET IMPROVEMENTS, MARSHALL STREET (NORTH SIDE) BETWEEN ELLIS LANE AND WESTERLY TERMINUS, CURB, GUTTER AND DRIVEWAY APPROACHES. Mr. Street stated this is an area already 72% improved; and it is requested the Council order the balance completed; Mayor Taylor requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand. The hearing was declared open at 9:13 p.m. Mr, Gary Taylor of 9541 Marshall Street, addressed the Council and questioned if the improvements had to be installed by the City's contractor or if he himself could perform the work, Mr. Street stated the City does not prohibit an owner from installing his own improve- ments, but said improvements must be com- pleted within 60 days from the date approved by the Council and a permit must be secured. The hearing closed at 9:19 p.m. It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Hunter, and unanimously carried, that we proceed with this improvement as funds are available. Mayor Taylor declared the meeting recessed at 9:24 p.m, and reconvened at 9:32 p.m. 15, RESOLUTION NO. 70-105. ORDERING FORMATION OF STREET LIGHTING DISTRICT, Mayor Taylor requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand. The hearing was declared open at 9:33 p.m. Mrs. Geneva Evans of 4542 Carlow Avenue addressed the Council and submitted a petition requesting the installation of street lights, The Council took the petition under submission. The City Clerk reported that no written protests had been received. The hearing closed at 9:35 P.m A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ORDERING THE FORMATION OF THE ROSEMEAD CITY LIGHTING DISTRICT, PURSUANT TO THE STREET LIGHTING ACT OF 1919. Attorney Keeler presented this resolution by title only. it was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Hunter, and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and Resolution No. 70-105 be adopted; • Page Seven C/C 11/10/70 16. ORDINANCE NO: 299., ADOPTION OF COUNTY SEWER ORDINANCE BY REFERENCE. INTRODUCTION. Mayor Taylor requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand. No one responded. The hearing was declared open at 9:36 p.m. No one responded and it closed immediately. Councilman Maude requested the Council receive an explanation of the proposed fees and the reasons for said increase, before final adoption of the ordinance. Mr. Gunn indicated he would follow thriough in this,regprd. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ADOPTING BY REFERENCE, PURSUANT TO SECTION 50022-2 OF THE GOVERNMENT CODE, AND WITH CERTAIN AMENDMENTS AND DELETIONS, THE SANITARY SEWER AND INDUSTRIAL WASTE ORDINANCE, BEING ORDINANCE NO. 6130 OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, AS SAID ORDINANCE IS AMENDED AND IN EFFECT JUNE 19, 1970, AND AMENDING THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE. Attorney Keeler presented this ordinance by title only. It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Andersen, and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and Ordinance No. 299 be introduced. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None UNFINISHED BUSINESS 17. ORDINANCE NO. 298. ORDERING CHANGE OF GRADE~ON WALNUT GROVE AVENUE. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ORDERING A CHANGE OF GRADE ON WALNUT GROVE AVENUE BETWEEN KLINGERMAN STREET AND SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD. Attorney Keeler presented this ordinance by title only. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Maude, and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and Ordinance No. 298 be adopted. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES:. Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None 18. DISCUSSION OF SCHEDULE FOR MAJOR STREET IMPROVEMENTS. Mr. Street presented the proposed 5-year construction schedule, and stated by shifting the Mission Drive improvement to next fiscal year, it is possible to proceed this fiscal year with Temple City Boulevard as well as the capping of Garvey Avenue from the westerly City limits to the easterly City limits. Walnut Grove Avenue from Garvey to Fern will also proceed this year as budgeted. Page Eight C/C 11/ib/70 19. 20, 21 9 0 Following discussion,it was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Pike, and unanimously carried, that the schedule of improvements for 1970-71 be accepted. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Taylor NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None Hunter, Maude, Pike, The Council indicated their desire to study the balance of this report at a later date. DISCUSSION OF SPECIFICATIONS FOR TREE TRIMMING, TRAFFIC SIGNAL INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE. Mr. Gunn advised that staff has contacted three firms dealing in traffic signal maintenance and requested them to submit possible contract proposals. One company has already submitted a proposal and the other two are forthcoming. Therefore, it is requested this item be deferred until the November 24 meeting. Mr. Gunn stated in the matter of tree trimming it will be necessary for us to contract with a firm whom we have a great deal of confidence. We do have the names of several firms operating in this vicinity, and it is hoped we can develop a method soon of contracting this type of service. There being no objections these matters were deferred until November 24. NEW BUSINESS RESOLUTION NO. 70-106. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $61,680.46 AND DEMANDS NUMBERS 9713-9788. City Treasurer Foutz presented this resolution by title only. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Maude, and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and Resolution No. 70-106 be adopted. Roll Call Vote as follows: l AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, .Taylor % NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None ACCEPTANCE OF SANITARY SEWER - RIGHT-OF-WAY N/0 GARVALIA AVENUE. Mr. Gunn stated that the sanitary sewer constructed under private contract is now completed and it is the City Engineer's recommendation that the Council approve the work and accept for public use. Councilmen: Andersen, It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Maude, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recommendation be approved. Page Nine C/C 11/10/70 22, AWARD OF CONTRACT - STREET SEALING. Mr. Gunn advised that only one bid was received for the above project, this being from Mission Slurry Seal Company in San Diego. It is recommended said bid be accepted and the contract awarded in the amount of $9,601.34. It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Pike, 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 23. REQUEST TO PURCHASE PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT. Mr. Gunn presented request for authorization to proceed with the following purchases: Item 1. Lookout Tower and Slide 2. (2) Fiberglass Benches (16') 3. (6) Fiberglass Benches (6') 4. (3) Pieces Play Apparatus 5. (2) Pieces Play Garvey Park Jr. Area 500.00 Apparatus Mr. Gunn stated that above items are in current budget. It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Hunter, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing request be approved and the funds authorized. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 24. REQUEST FOR AND RECREAT Location Amount Rosemead Park $ 800.00 Garvey Park Little 245.00 League Field Garvey Park 375.00 Garvey Park Tot 1000.00 Lot Councilmen: Councilmen: Councilmen: MEMBERSHIP IN ION COMMISSION Andersen, Hunter, Maude, Pike, Taylor None None CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF PARK =RS AND BOARD MEMBERS. Mr. Gunn stated it is the request of the Recreation and Park Board that approval be given for membership in the above organization at a cost of $50.00 per year. This would provide automatic membership of all Board members with right to vote for each member. Funds are available in the Recreation and Park Administration budget for this purpose. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Maude, and unan.i.mously carried, that the foregoing request be approved. L Page Ten C/C 11/10/70 REQUEST FOR RESOLUTION SUPPORTING EARLY RELEASE OF AMERICAN PRISONERS OF WAR. (NOT ON AGENDA)" Councilman Pike requested the Council adopt a resolution supporting the above, and therefore moved that the City Attorney be directed to prepare said resolution. Councilman Hunter second the motion and it unanimously carried. ROTARY CLUB OF ROSEMEAD. (NOT ON AGENDA) Mr. J.D.Pittenger, Rotary Club President, addressed the Council and stated their organization has selected as its club project for 1970-71, the planting of approved trees in the city parks. They are prepared to allocate up to $750.00 for trees and planting materials, plus the labor of their club membership in actually planting the trees. Mr. Pittenger added that many details are involved before this project can be implemented, and the Council's early consideration would be appreciated, The Council conveyed their appreciation for the generous contribution and indicated that the Park Department would be in contact with them. Mayor Taylor recessed the meeting to a personnel session at 10:12 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 11:15 p.m. 25. PLANNING COMMISSION APPOINTMENT. Mayor Taylor stated he wished to appoint Robert Wilson to the Planning Commission for a full two-year term. It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Hunter, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing appointment be ratified. BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE APPOINTMENT (NOT ON AGENDA) Mayor Taylor stated he wished to appoint Mike Frisk to the Beautification Committee. It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Pike, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing appointment be ratified. SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS - APPOINTMENT OF ALTERNATE REPRESENTATIVE (NOT ON AGENDA) Mayor Taylor stated he wished to appoint Councilman Pike as the City's alternate representative to SCAG. There were no objections and so ordered. COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS 26. Mr. Gunn stated that the Planning Commission is requesting a joint meeting with the Council and if there are no objections he will make arrangements for Monday, November 30th. This was agreeable to the Council. Page Eleven C/C 11/10/70 COMMUNICATIONS 27. A. MARCH OF DIMES (NOT ON AGENDA) Mayor Taylor presented a letter from the March of Dimes Campaign Chairman requesting permission to conduct their annual solicitation in Rosemead during the month of January, 1971. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Pike, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing request be approved. B. PEOPLE'S LOBBY (NOT ON AGENDA) Mayor Taylor stated that this communication concerns the "Clean Environment Act" which was filed with the State Attorney General on October 3_1, and if sufficient signatures are obtained, will appear on the June 1972 ballot. The City Clerk was requested to duplicate copies of the above and forward to the Council. C. ROSEMEAD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE (NOT ON AGENDA) Mayor Taylor stated this letter expresses appreciation to all those who assisted in making "Rosemead Week" such a success. This communication was received and filed. 28. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE. A. Mr. Doug Stone, Manager of the Chamber of Commerce, addressed the Council stating he was very pleased with the new overhead street signs. 29. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS. A. Attorney Keeler stated that the resolution requested earlier in the meetingw7s now ready.. RESOLUTION NO. 70-107.. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD URGENTLY REQUESTING THE NORTH VIETNAMESE AND VIET CONG TOIMMEDIATELY RELEASE ALL AMERICAN PRISONERS OF WAR STILL IN THEIR CUSTODY. Attorney Keeler presented this resolution by title only. It was.moved by Councilman Hunter, second by Councilman Pike, and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and Resolution No. 70-107 be adopted. Councilman Hunter requested the City Clerk to forward a copy of this resolution to the Concerned People for the Prisoners of War, P.O. Box 9117, San Diego. B. Attorney Keeler stated that as a precautionary measure he would recommend the Council ratify their actions of the last Council meeting. It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Hunter, and unanimously carried, that Resolution No. 70-1.00, Claims and Demands, be ratified. Page Twelve C/C 11/10/70 It was moved by Councilman Pike,-second by Councilman Maude, and unanimously carried, that the action taken in the matter of approving County Specifications - Project No. 1225 - be ratified. C. Mr. Street advised the Council that the Industrial Site Survey is in the process of being completed and will be ready by this Friday. D. Councilman Andersen commented on the new overhead street signs and called attention to the fact that several of them are in'error as they state "avenue" when it should be "street" and vice versa. Mr. Street stated that he was aware of this matter and that corrections will be made. E. Councilman Andersen made reference to a matter recently approved by the Modification Committee and indicated he felt this item and possibly others should not be a decision for this Committee. Following discussion, it was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Andersen, and unanimously carried, that a report be prepared outlining the specifics of the Modification Committee, F. Councilman Andersen made reference to Section 9111.1 - B-11 of the Municipal Code, and requested the City Attorney's office give their interpretation of this section as it would be or could be defended it court. G. Councilman Pike stated that some months ago he suggested displaying photographs of former Councilmen in the City Hall lobby and would like to be advised of what has been done. H. Councilman Maude questioned whether the City has to re-evaluate and up-date its General Plan annually and requested the City,Attorney check the legal requirements.' 1. Councilman Maude stated he was very pleased with the new street lights. J. Councilman Maude stated he would like to see City representation on the Fire District Board and requested this matter be discussed at a later meeting. K. Councilman Hunter introduced Jim Harrington, the son of Pauline and James Harrington, who also assisted in the recent Sister City activities. L. Councilman Hunter referred to a traffic problem on Marshall Street, west of Rosemead Boulevard, where two lanes narrow down to one, and stated this is being looked into by the Traffic Engineer and should be resolved soon. There being no further business to come before the Council, it was moved by Councilman Hunter, second by Councilman Pike, and unanimously carried, that we adjourn in the memory of Larry Bartlett, photographer for the Post-Advocate, who passed away recently. Meeting adjourned at 11:45 p.m. J ( / CITY CLERK MAYOR