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CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES OF DECEMBER 8,1970
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 8:02 o'clock p.m.
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Pro Tem Maude.
The Invocation was delivered by Reverend Percy Ferguson
of the California Christian Home.
2. ROLL CALL:
Present: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor
Absent: Councilmen: Hunter
Ex officio: Andersen, Contreras, Foutz, Gunn, Keeler,
Street
Mayor Taylor requested the record show that Councilman
Hunter is excused from this meeting as he is representing
the City at the National League of Cities Conference in
Atlanta.
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: NOVEMBER 24, 1970 - REGULAR MEETING.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman
Andersen, and unanimously carried, that the minutes of
November 24, 1970, be approved as printed.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
4. NONE
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE.
Mr. Bob Pasos, Rosemead Jaycees President,
addressed the Council and introduced
Mr. Glen Goodman who briefed the Council
on their up-coming Santa Claus float project.
Mr. Goodman stated the float will be touring
specific areas throughout the City beginning
eight nights before Christmas, and invited
the Council to attend the kick-off ceremony
December 19 at 2:00 p.m, in the City Hall
parking lot.
Mr. John Judziewicz, also representing the
Rosemead Jaycees, stated they are also
planning a "Do Something" program which
concerns community involvement for the
month of January, 1971.
Mr. Judziewicz requested they be permitted
to hang a banner over Valley Boulevard and
Garvey Avenue, and that the Mayor proclaim
the month of January as "Rosemead Jaycees
Do Something" month.
Following discussion of the above two programs the Council
expressed their support of the Santa Claus float project
and requested the latter be submitted in writing for
further consideration.
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS
5. AWARD OF CONTRACT - TRAFFIC SIGNAL MAINTENANCE:
City Manager Gunn advised of the three proposals submitted
and recommended the contract be awarded to Lingo Electronics,
the low bidder, and that he be authorized to negotiate for
said contract.
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, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Hunter
6. RESOLUTION NO. 70-113. URGING CITY REPRESENTATION ON
COUNTY FIRE DISTRICT BOARD.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
REQUESTING THAT THE CONSOLIDATED FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY BE REORGANIZED TO PERMIT REPRESENTA-
TION OF THE INDIVIDUAL CITIES WITHIN SAID DISTRICT ON THE
GOVERNING BODY OF SAID FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT.
Attorney Keeler presented this resolution by title only.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman
Pike, and unanimously carried, that further reading be
waived and Resolution No. 70-113 be adopted, and that copies
of said Resolution also be forwarded to all contract cities
within the County and the California Contract Cities Associa-
tion.
NEW BUSINESS
7. RESOLUTION NO. 70-114. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $98,999.23
AND DEMANDS NUMBERS 9850-9924.
City Treasurer Foutz presented this resolution by title only.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Maude,
and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and
Resolution No. 70-114 be adopted.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Hunter
8. ORDINANCE NO. 300. PROVIDING FOR THE GRANT OF CATV FRANCHISES.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD PROVIDING FOR THE GRANT
OF CATV FRANCHISES AND AMENDING THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE.
Attorney Keeler presented this ordinance by title only.
Following discussion the City Attorney was instructed to
make minor revisions with regard to exclusive use of telephone
facilities on page three, and franchise payments on page six.
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Councilman Andersen also suggested the words "gross profits"
be defined and included in this ordinance.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman
Andersen, and unanimously carried, that further reading be
waived and Ordinance No. 300 be introduced.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Hunter
9.
AWARD OF CONTRACT - HOUSE DEMOLITION - 2755 N. DEL MAR AVENUE.
City Manager Gunn advised of the bids received and recommended
the contract be awarded to Harold E. Simpson, the low bidder,
for the amount of $420.00.
Mr. Pat McCarron, National Home Loan Company
representative, addressed the Council stating
the property has recently been sold and would
it be possible for the new owner to have a
45 day extension in which to bring the structure
up to City standards. The garages are not
salvagable and will be demolished.
Following discussion it was moved by Councilman Maude, second
by Councilman Pike, and unanimously carried, that in the
event the garages are removed by the next Council meeting
and a $2500 faithful performance bond is posted by the new
owner, said owner will be granted a 45 day extension in
which to complete the necessary work.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES:
Councilmen:
NOES:
Councilmen:
ABSENT:
Councilmen:
Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor
None
Hunter
10. COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT. REGARDING STATE LAWS REGULATING
EXPLOSIVES.
Mr. Gunn advised of two identical legislative bills,
Assembly Bill 2057 and Senate Bill 1350, which are now in
effect and revise various provisions regulating explosives.
Mr. Gunn stated the Fire Department during the past years
has performed the function of issuing permits and enforcing
State and local laws relating to the purchase, storage and
use of explosives, and if the Council desires to have the
Department continue to perform such work, it will be
necessary to take proper action to designate said Department
as an issuing authority in accordance with these new laws.
Following discussion it was moved by Councilman Maude and
second-by Mayor Taylor, that the County Fire Department
act as our agent and as an issuing authority relative to
transportation of exp-?gsives in the City of Rosemead.
Following further discussion it was moved by Councilman
Maude, second by Councilman Pike, and unanimously carried,
that the foregoing motion be amended by deleting the words
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11„ SET PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED M=1 ZONE SETBACKS AND
LANDSCAPE ORDINANCE,
It was recommended hearing be scheduled for December 22;
there being no objections so ordered,
COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS
12, NONE
COMMUNICATIONS
13. NONE
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE.
14, NONE
15, MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS.
A. Councilman Pike made reference to a news report indicating
the Board of Supervisors intend to lease a building in
the 9500 block of Valley Boulevard in the City of El Monte
for a County Regional Welfare Center.
Mr, Pike stated it was his understanding the former
occupant was paying approximately $4000 per month for
the use of .this building, and that the County is
going to pay a much higher cost,
The Council expressed opposition to the above proposal
and instructed the City Attorney to draft a resolution
of protest for consideration later in the meeting,
B. Mayor Taylor presented notification from the Southern
California Association-of Governments (SCAG), advising
of the transfer of'TASC to SCAG as a Transportation
Committee, and urging all cities favor said proposal,
RESOLUTION NO. 70-115. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF'THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD CONSENTING TO THE
DISSOLUTION OF THE TRANSPORTATION ASSOCIATION OF
SOUTHERN 'CALIFORNIA.
Attorney Keeler 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. 70-115 be adopted,
C. Mayor Taylor also presented a request from the Greater
Los Angeles Chapter of the National Safety Council
urging cities adopt a resolution supporting the Holiday
Safety Program,
RESOLUTION NO. 70-116, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD SUPPORTING THE GREATER
LOS ANGELES CHAPTER OF THE NATIONAL SAFETY COUNCIL
HOLIDAY SAFETY PROGRAM.
Attorney Keeler presented_ths resolution by title only,
it was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman
Andersen, and unanimously carried, that further reading
be waived and Resolution No, 70-116 be adopted.
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D. Councilman Maude made reference to certain matters
discussed recently at the joint meeting with the Park
Board, and suggested architects be invited to present
proposals to the Council for the Snack Bar and Restroom
project at Rosemead Park, using locations agreed upon
by the Council.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman
Andersen, and unanimously carried, that the Snack Bar
facility be located and attached to the Park Recreation
office.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman
Maude, and unanimously carried, that the Restroom
facilities be located against the north wall of Rosemead
Pool immediately west of the pump room.
It was also moved by Councilman Maude, second by
Councilman Andersen, and unanimously carried, that the
City Attorney be instructed to propose changes in the
Park Ordinance to prohibit dogs in public parks, except
for special events and/or classes, and further, that
the Director of Recreation and Parks be instructed
to proceed with the Rotary Club tree project.
E. Mayor Taylor made reference to a new ordinance recently
adopted by the County Board of Supervisors which requires
that all new construction have a minimum of burglary
protection, and suggested a copy of said ordinance be
obtained for possible consideration at a future date.
F. Attorney Keeler stated he would need more information
before he could prepare the resolution requested
earlier in the meeting by Councilman Pike, but if the
Council desires they can adopt the resolution and
copies will be forwarded when completed.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman
Maude, and unanimously carried, that a resolution be
adopted urging the Los Angeles County Board of
Supervisors reconsider their recent action with regard
to a proposed 25 year lease of property in the City of
E1 Monte for use by the Department of Public Social
Services.
There being no further business to come before the Council,
it was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman
Andersen, and unanimously carried, that we adjourn.
Meeting adjourned at 9:47 o'clock p.m.
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