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CC - 10-28-69CITY OF ROSEMEAD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA CITY COUNCIL Minutes of October 28, 1969 _ • 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 Andersen at 8:00 o'clock p.m. i, CALL TO ORDER The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Maude. The Invocation was delivered by Reverend John Clarkson of the Rosemead Foursquare Church. 2. ROLL CALL Present: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon Absent: Councilmen: None Ex officio: Andersen, Foutz, Gunn, Hersh, Joehnck, Street • 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: OCTOBER 14, 1969 - REGULAR MEETING.. It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman Maude, and unanimous] y carried, that the minutes of meeting held October 14, 1965, be approved as printed. SPECIAL PRESENTATION 4. BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE AWARD, COMMUNITY ANIMAL HOSPITAL. Mr. Burl Blue, Chairman of the Beautification Committee, presented this award to Dr. Stanley D. Johnson, owner of Community Animal Hospital, located at 8338 E. Valley Boulevard. Mr. Blue commended Dr. Johnson for the attractive way in which he has landscaped the area surrounding his hospital. PUBLIC HEARINGS • 5. STREET IMPROVEMENTS. ANGELUS AVENUE (BOTH SIDES) - HELLMAN AVENUE TO DOROTHY AVENUE. SIDEWALKS ONLY. Assistant City Manager Street reported that petitions representing over 60% of the frontfootage on both sides of the street had been received, and the proper notices advising of the hearing had been mailed. Mayor Andersen requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand and be sworn. The Oath was administered by City Clerk Andersen. Mayor Andersen declared the public hearing open at 8:06 o'clock P, M. Mr. Steven G. Papanek, 8319 E. Dorothy Avenue, • addressed the Council and stated his property is at the corner of Angelus and Dorothy Avenue. Mr. Papanek stated approximately two weeks ago heavy equipment began bulldozing a portion of Angelus Avenue, and questioned if this were for sidewalk installation, and if, so, would he be required to move the fence that now faces on the front of his property. Page Two C/C 10/28/69 Mr. Papanek also submitted a petition containing nine signatures of property owners on the west side of Angelus Avenue opposing the proposed improvement. Mrs. Nellie Knerl, 3317 Angelus Avenue, also appeared in opposition due to the cost involved, Assistant City Manager Street stated that 64% of the property owners on the west side of Angelus Avenue had petitioned for sidewalks, and that one property owner had signed both petitions, for and against the improvement. Mr. Street stated that if the petition presented by Mr. Papanek is considered valid, and it appears to be, it would be enough to lower the'front footage to below 60% and would invalidate the petition for the west side of Angelus Avenue. Mr. Street further stated he would be in contact with Mr. Papanek and also meet with the contractor involved. There being no objections, the public hearing was continued to Wednesday, November 12, 1969. NEW BUSINESS TRACT NO. 22586 - FINAL APPROVAL. (SOUTH SIDE OF MISSION DRIVE, EAST OF EARLE AVENUE). NOT ON AGENDA, GordonW.Kriegel, Regional Engineer, displayed map of subject tract, and presented a letter from John A. Lambie, City Engineer, recommending the following: 1. Approval of the map. 2. Acceptance of streets, easements and grant of Lot 35 in fee simple as offered for dedication on said map. 3. Approval and acceptance of the following agreements after their first being examined and approved by the City Attorney: a. An agreement to install sanitary sewers as required by the subject tract, and a'faithful performance bond in the amount of $16,700 and a labor and materials bond in the amount of $8,350 both executed by Investors Savings & Loan Assn. and The Aetna Casualty & Surety Co. b. An agreement quaranteeing setting of survey monuments, tie points and furnishing tie notes, and a faithful performance bond in the amount • of $610 executed by Investors Savings & Loan Assn, and The Aetna Casualty and Surety Co. c. An agreement to construct a water system, and a faithful performance bond in the amount of $10,000 and a labor and materials bond in the amount of $5,000 both executed by Investors Savings & Loan Assn, and The Aetna Casualty Co. 11 n u C~Le Three 10/28/69 4. That the Council find, pursuant to Section 11587 of the Subdivision Map Act, that Investors • Savings & Loan Assn.,the subdivider of said tract, has in good faith attempted to secure the signature of Associated.Southern Investment Company, and has been unable to do so, and a refusal to accept the map for recording would work an undue hardship on the subdivider. Mr. Kriegel also presented a letter from the Superintendent of Streets, recommending that the Council accept the streets offered for dedication in the agreement submitted by Investors Savings & Loan Assn., as this provides for the construction of street improvements in the subject tract. A faithful performance bond and the bond for labor and materials, executed by Investors Savings & Loan Assn, in the amounts of $48,500 and $22,900 respectively, were also submitted with said agreement. • Fir. Kriegel further presented a letter signed by the Vice President and Assistant Secretary of Investors Savings & Loan Assn., requesting the Council to accept for recordation Tract No. 22586 without the signature of Associated Southern Invest- ment Co., owner of an undivided one-half interest in and to all oil, gas, petroleum and other minerals and hydrocarbon substances reserved in deed recorded in Book 27218, Page 104, Official Records, as they have in good faith attempted to obtain their signatures and have been unable to do same. Mr. Adolph Hersh, Planning Director, submitted a check in the amount of $920.00 received from the Baldwin Company, as a quarantee to maintain in a healthy condition the 46 street trees as required for the subject subdivision, and to replace any diseased or dead trees upon the request of the City. This guarantee is for a period of three years from the date of completion of Tract No. 22586. Following discussion, it was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second • by Councilman Taylor, and unanimously carried, that we give final approval of Tract No. 22586 as recommended in the above by our City Engineer and Superintendent of Streets. COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS 23. TRAFFIC COMMISSION: 1) LAWRENCE AVENUE BET14EEN SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD AND ARROYO DRIVE - SPEED LIMIT REGULATIONS. Traffic Engineer Envall advised the Council that the Commission recommended that 25 MPH speed regulations be placed with signs at San Gabriel Boulevard and Arroyo Drive, as Lawrence Avenue services a large residential tract to the south of Arroyo Drive. It was also recommended that a single skip centerline striping be placed between limits with 100 feet of double centerline • striping approaching San Gabriel Boulevard from the south and Arroyo Drive from the north. It was further recommended that the same striping be placed on Rose Glen Avenue between San Gabriel Boulevard and Arroyo Drive but not to include a posted speed limit until"such time that speed is a contributing factor. It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman Pike, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recommendation be approved. Page Four C/C 10/2£3/69 2) EMERSON PLACE AND STEVENS AVENUE - ADDITIONAL REGULATIONS. • Traffic Engineer Envall advised the Council that in order to provide a forewarning for the above tee intersection, the Commission has recommended that a nine (9) unit reflector be placed on the south side of Emerson Place for southbound Stevens Avenue. It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Taylor, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recommendation be approved. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 6. STREET SWEEPING REPORT; Assistant City Manager Street outlined the contents of this report and stated that the contractor has been kept informed • on an almost daily basis of all complaints received. He has been cooperative and has so far made efforts to correct the deficiencies. The contractor has also been instructed by the staff to be prepared to submit tachometer reports and any of the records pertaining to the minimum requirements set out in the street sweeping specifications. Mr. Street stated it is the recommendation of the staff that the current contractor, United Sweeping Service Co., be given further opportunity to improve his service. Certain members of the Council indicated they had also received various street sweeping complaints, and following discussion, Mr. Gunn requested that he be informed of these,and all future complaints, in order that he may keep abreast on this matter. Assistant City Manager Street was requested to continue inspec- tions,when possible, and submit a further report at the next meeting. 8. REPORT ON MEETING WITH SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD BAR OPERATORS. • City Manager Gunn advised the Council that a meeting was held with operators of liquor establishments in the 3100 to 3300 block of San Gabriel Boulevard. The meeting was on October 22, and was attended by representatives of the following establishments: Top Hat, 3122 San Gabriel Boulevard Eve's Inn, 3215 San Gabriel Boulevard Captain's Playpen, 3219 San Gabriel Boulevard The Playmate, 3247 San Gabriel Boulevard Wagon Wheel, 3300 San Gabriel Boulevard Mr. Gunn stated that Mr. Kelly of the Alcoholic Beverage Control, Sergeant Gillman of the License Detail, and Deputy Arnold, Community Relations Officer, were also present at this meeting; The duties and obligations of persons operating establishments dispensing alcoholic beverages was discussed at length, and the result should be an improved performance by them. 7. HEARING OFFICER'S REPORT. DANCE AND ENTERTAINMENT LICENSE - CAPTAIN'S PLAYPEN. .3219 N. SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD. City Manager Gunn presented the report of the hearing officer, and recommended issuance of the license, subject to the recommended conditions, • Page Five C/C 10/2.8/69 It was moved by Councilman Pike and second by Mayor Andersen, that we accept the report of the hearing officer and grant • the issuance of license, subject to the eleven recommended conditions. Mr. A.I. Messina, 3216-18 San Gabriel Blvd., and Mr, William Clarr, 322$ W. San Gabriel Blvd., appeared in opposition to the granting of this license. Deputy Patrick Arnold, Community Relations officer, addressed the Council, and stated that at his request, and at the request of Mr. Gunn, Sergeant Gillman sent a night crew out to investi- gate the establishments that were involved in the meeting, and could find no violation of the licenses as stands. Also, Mr. Kelly; District Administrator of the Alcoholic Beverage Control, El Monte Office, agreed with Mrl Gunn and he thought perhaps under cover men should investigate these establishments as well. • Nir. Kelly has also agreed.to submit a.fu11 and comprehensive report within the month of all the activities at these establish- ments, and has further consented to submit immediately upon any license violations or disturbances at the locations. As to this date no report has been received. Following discussion, the foregoing motion was unanimously carried. 9. PROPOSED CIVIC CENTER (C-C) OVERLAY ZONE. City Manager Gunn stated this proposed amendment has now been revised in accordance with the Council's request. It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Pike, and unanimously carried, that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare the necessary ordinance. 10. ORDINANCE NO. 277. AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 271. SOUTHERN • CALIFORNIA EDISON COMPANY. INTRODUCTION. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 271 AND THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE. City Attorney Joehnck presented this ordinance by title only, and stated this will amend and correct the legal description which was erroneous in the previously adopted ordinance. It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Whiddon, and unanimously carried, that we waive further reading and introduce Ordinance No. 277. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon • NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None NE14 BUSINESS 11. RESOLUTION NO. 69-70. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS. ALLOWING RESOLUTION $106,83R.68 OSEMEAD IN C THE O SUM H OF CITY OF IMS F AND E DECITY MANDS COUNCIL AND DEMANDS CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $106,831R.68 AND DEMANDS NUMBERS 7741-7811. 11 r~ u Page Six C/C 10/28/69 • City Treasurer Foutz presented this resolution by title only. It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Whiddon, and unanimously carried, that we waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 69-70. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None 12, ORDINANCE NO, 278, PROHIBITING CERTAIN ACTIVITIES IN PUBLIC PLACES: URGENCY; • AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY CDUNCIL.OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, PROHIBITING CERTAIIGI NUDE ACTIVITY IN PUBLIC PLACES AND AMENDING THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE, City Attorney Joehncl< presented this ordinance by title only, and advised the Council that this is an interim ordinance and would be effective for a period of ninety days. It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Pike, and unanimously carried, that we waive further reading of Ordinance No. 278 and adopt. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None 13. TRACT NO. 28167. APPROVAL OF SURVEY MONUMENTS AND RELEASE OF BOND. • City Manager Gunn stated that the City Engineer has recommended that the Council approve the completed monument work in Tract No. 28167 and release the faithful performance bond in connection therewith,. It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman Pike, and unanimously carried, that we accept the recommendation of the City Engineer, approve the survey monuments in Tract No. - 28167 and exonerate faithful performance bond No. SCR-707-10-85 in the amount of $450.00. 14. JOINT USE AGREEMENT WITH SAN GABRIEL VALLEY WATER COMPANY. City Manager Gunn stated that this agreement is for the northerly side of San Gabriel Boulevard opposite Rose Glen Avenue. The Los Angeles County Road Department, working jointly on this • project with the City, has paid San Gabriel Valley Water Company to relocate water facilities from easement to a location clear of the street improvements, It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Whiddon, and unanimously carried, that we approve the foregoing agreement and authorize the Mayor to execute. Page Seven C/C 10/28/69 15. AWARD OF CONTRACT. GARVEY POOL ENTRANCE REMODELING. City Manager Gunn reported that two bids had been received on the above project, and listed as follows, Alternate A Ai'ternate B Exc% C5binet xc , Paint John Adamson $4822 $125 $150 Harman Gladd HOOD 400 450 Mr. Gunn stated he concurs with the Director.of Recreation and Parks, and therefore recommended that the contract be awarded to John:Adamson; It was pointed out that this project was budgeted at $5000, and further recommended;that said contract include cabinet • and painting work for a total of $4822; It was moved by Councilman Whiddony second by. Councilman Taylor, and unanimously carried; that we.accept the bid'of John Adamson for remodeling of Garvey Pool entrance, and. that the contract include cabinet and painting work for a total of $4822. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYESt Councilmen! Andersen, Maudei Pike, Taylor, Whiddon NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilment None Councilman Maude suggested that in the future,on projects such as the one above] specifications be sent to all local contractors as well as sending a copy to the 'Jgreen sheet" advertiser. 16. NATIONAL LEAGUE OF CITIES 46TH ANNUAL CONGRESS OF CITIES, City Manager Gunn stated that the National League of Cities annual conference is being held in San Dlego} December 1 to 5, • 1969;. and recommended that authorization be given to pay for advance.'registration of City 'rep'resentatives, (n the event registrations are not used, full refund may be obtained if the League is notified by November 28th4 Mr. Gunn further requested that he be given permission to register the wives on a reimbursement basis. It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Mayor Andersen, and unanimously carried, that we approve the foregoing request and authorize the necessary expenditure of funds. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon NOES: Councilmen: None • ABSENT: Councilmen: None 17, PROPERTY TRANSFER NOTIFICATIONS, City Manager Gunn advised the Council that Title Insurance and Trust Company, Realty Tax & Service Division, provides a service consisting of regular monthly reviews of property transfers within the City as they are recorded, and these records would permit the staff to keep up with the sale, exchange, and transfer of ownership. Page Eight C/C 10/28/69 It was requested that the staff be given permission to order the service on an eight (8) month trial basis, (November, 1969 • through June, 1970), The base cost would be $160,00, and it is estimated that a budget of $240;00 be approved to allow for a reasonable test of the service. It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Taylor, and unanimously carried, that we approve the foregoing request and authorize the necessary funds for an eight month period commencing November, 1969, Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None 18, "OPEN DOOR" DRUG ABUSE CENTER, City Manager Gunn presented this report in full and stated that the "Open Door" is now proposing to continue at the current program level for the balance of the calendar year, and to offer an expanded program after January 1, with more qualified counsellors to better serve the young people, Mr. Gunn recommended that the sum of $500 be appropriated for the balance of the, calendar 1969; and an additional fifteen hundred dollars be appropriated for the period January 1 to June 30,1970, and stated that this total may be transferred from the Emergency Reserve Fund to the Public Health Account No, 7000, Following discussion amongst the Council, it was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Taylor, and unanimously carried, that we approve the request of the City Manager with the exception that the lump sum of $1500 be allocated at $250 per month providing the City Attorney concurs with this expendi- ture as being legitimate, and further, that the "Open Door" be requested to provide the City with_a monthly report, • Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None It was also moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Pike, and carried, that Mayor Andersen continue as the City's repre- sentative on the Board of Directors of the "Open Door", Mayor Andersen abstained from voting, 19, PARKS AND POOL MAINTENANCE, City Manager Gunn stated that in earlier discussions the staff explored the feasibility of swimming pool maintenance by private contract, and proposals were solicited from local and nearby • contractors, Some contractors declined to quote, as they handle private pools only. One contractor recommended that we handle the matter with City staff, and one price of $750 per month on an annual contract basis. It was our feeling that $9,000,00 per year was some what high for a service which would not require more than 50% of a man's time. u Page Nine C/C 10/28/69 At Garvey and Rosemead Park the work is directed by a Senior Park Maintenance Man, who is paid 5% more than the men he directs. • It is proposed to solve these problems by two actions of an organizational nature, as follows: 1. Create the position of Senior Park Maintenance Man of the "travelling crew", 2. Increase the allowed complement of the "travelling crew" by one, and assign pool maintenance to this crew. The net effect of these actions would be an additional Senior Park Maintenance Man. Following discussion, it was suggested by'Councilman Maude that the staff look into the possibility of hiring an individual part- time specifically for Rosemead Pool maintenance. • Following further discussion, the foregoing matter was deferred for further. study; 20. REPORT ON TENTH ANNUAL PICNIC CELEBRA+ION Mr. Ralph Laudenslayer, Director of, Recreation and Parks, presented the Council with copies of the evaluation report for the 10th Anniversary Picnic held at Garvey Park on October 19th. Members of the Council commended Mr. Laudenslayer on'the success of this year's picnic, and expressed appreciation for all the work and'-preparation that was entailed. It was also indicated by the Council that in the future, and for practical purposes,-the barbecue be held at Rosemead Park. Following discussion it was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman Maude, and unanimously carried, that the annual barbecue picnic always be held in Rosemead Park, but that special • activities also be conducted at Garvey Park. 21. SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE - REPORTS ON COST OF CONSTRUCTION AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS: 1) ROSE STREET (S/S) - ARICA TO RIO HONDO AVENUE; 2) ANGELUS AVENUE (B/S) - HELLMAN TO DOROTHY AVENUE. It was recommended by the staff that hearing be set for November 12, 1969; there being no objections, it was so ordered. COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS 22. PLANNING COMMISSION: SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE - ZONE CHANGE CASE NO. 39. P TO C-3 ZONE • (3950 IVAR AVENUE), AND R-1 TO P ZONE, (8921-25 & 31 NEVADA ST.). TOYTOWN. It was recommended by the staff that hearing be set for November 120 1969, and there being no objections, it was so ordered. 23. TRAFFIC COMMISSION: See Pages Three and Four. . • 1 • Page Ten C/C 10/28/69 COMMUNICATIONS 24. A; HOLLYWOOD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE. Mayor Andersen stated this is an invitation to_participate and enter a float in the Santa Claus Lane Parade of Stars. The foregoing communication was received and filed. B. LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES, (NOT ON AGENDA) Mayor Andersen presented a notification of the meeting to be held November 6th and requested those wishing to attend to advise the City Clerk, 25. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE. NONE 0 26. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS. A. Mayor Andersen stated he wished to appoint Councilman Maude to the Underground Utilities Committee for a period of one year from this date. It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman Taylor,.and carried, that the foregoing appointment be ratified and term to expire October 28, 1970, Councilman Maude abstained from voting] B. Councilman Maude stated he was very pleased to receive the Planning Commission minutes so promptly,after last meeting. It was also moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Taylor, and unanimously carried, that a policy be established whereby all minutes of various committees and commissions be in the hands of the Council,and members, within the week in which said committee or commission meets. • C. Councilman Maude also requested the staff to submit a recom- mendation as to street name signs for major boulevards as discussed briefly in the last meeting. D. Councilman Maude further requested the City Attorney to prepare an ordinance for consideration at the next meeting, whereby anyone wishing to establish a theater in the City would be required to apply for a zone variance, rather than by a conditional use permit. E. Councilman Pike requested the Planning Commission to review, and possibly update,the present sign ordinance with regard to service stations and related facilities adjacent to freeways. Mr. Pike indicated he felt our sign limitations should • meet competitively with those of neighboring cities. There being no further business to come before the Council, it was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman Maude, and unanimously carried, that we adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 10;20 o'clock p.m. MAYOR