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CC - 08-12-69CITY OF ROSEMEAD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA CITY COUNCIL Minutes of August 12, 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. 1, CALL TO ORDER The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Taylor. The Invocation was delivered by Reverend Benjamin Allison, Associate Pastor of the Church of Christ. 2. ROLL CALL Present: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon Absent: Councilmen: None Ex officio: Andersen, Foutz,.Gunn, Hersh, Street, Watson • 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: JULY 22, 1969 - REGULAR MEETING JULY 29, 1969 - ADJOURNED MEETING It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman Maude, and unanimously carried, that the minutes of meetings held July 22 and 29, 1969, be approved as printed. PUBLIC HEARINGS 4. RESOLUTION NO. 69-49. CONFIRMATION OF ASSESSMENTS - BROOKLINE AVENUE, WEST SIDE. (CONTINUED FROM 7-22-69) Assistant City Manager Street reported that a revised assessment for curb only had been sent to Mr. Myron S. Potts of 3767.Brook- line, and the questions raised by the other two property owners attending the previous meeting have been satisfactorily answered. The assessments for this project now total $897.,74., Mayor Andersen requested anyone wishing to be heard to please • stand and be sworn. No one responded. Mayor Andersen declared the public hearing open at 8::04 o'clock p.m. No one responded and the hearing closed immediate,ly.. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CON- FIRMING THE STREET SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT AND ASSESSMENTS THEREIN (BROOKLINE AVENUE - WEST SIDE). City Attorney Watson presented this resolution by title only. It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Taylor, and unanimously carried, that we waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 69-49. 5. STREET :IMPROVEMENTS -CURB, GUTTER, DRIVEWAY APPROACHES, AND • SIDEWALKS - STALLO AVENUE BETWEEN DOROTHY AND HELLMAN, EAST SIDE.. Assistant City Manager Street advised the Council that a petition had been received representing 61.6% of the front footage. Mayor Andersen requested anyone wishing to be heardto please stand and be sworn. No one responded. Page Two C/C 8/12/69 Mayor Andersen declared the public hearing open at 8:06 o'clock p.m. • No one responded and the hearing closed immediately; It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Whiddon, and unanimously carried, that we proceed with this improvement as funds are available, STREET IMPROVEMENTS - CURB, GUTTER, DRIVEWAY APPROACHES, AND SIDEWALKS - STALLO AVENUE BETWEEN DOROTHY AND HELLMAN.. WEST SIDE. Assistant City Manager Street reported that a petition had been received representing 69.3% of the front footage, Mayor Andersen requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand and be sworn, No one responded, Mayor Andersen declared the public hearing open at 8:08 o'clock p,m, No one responded and the hearing closed immediately. • It was moved by Councilman Taylor; second by Councilman Whiddon, and unanimously carried, that we proceed with this improvement as funds are available; 6, ZONING OF ANNEXATION NO, 35: R-1 TO R=1, C-2 To C-3, AND A-1 TO P- D , Planning Director Hersh pi-esented•the factual data and stated the area consisted of approximately 43 acres, and is located between San Gabriel Boulevard and Arroyo Drive, and between Lawrence Avenue and the east boundary line of the Don Bosco School property, Mr. Hersh also displayed the precise plans and stated the Planning Commission has recommended that the Council approve the equivalent zoning and the submitted precise plans, Mayor Andersen requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand and be sworn. • Mayor Andersen declared the public hearing open at 8:13 o'clock p.m. Mr, H. James Gormly of 1350-E. San Bernardino Road, West Covina, addressed the Council and questioned whether the property he owns on Lawrence Avenue is proposed to be included in the C-3 Zone, Planning Director Hersh replied in the affirmative, Mayor Andersen declared the public hearing closed at 3:15 o'clock p.m. It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Taylor, and unanimously carried, that we approve the recommended zoning and submitted precise plans, and instruct the City Attorney to prepare the necessary ordinance, UNFINISHED BUSINESS 7, ORDINANCE NO. 270, ZONE CHANGE, A-1 TO R-1 - ANNEXATION NO. 36, SECOND READING, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD CHANGING THE ZONE OF CERTAIN PROPERTY FROM ZONE A- I TO R- 1 " AND AMEND I NG 7:-!c ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE. City Attorney Watson presented this ordinance by title only. It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Whiddon, and carried, that we waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No, 270, Page Three C/C 8/12/69 • Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude; Pike; Taylor, Whiddon NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None 8, ORDINANCE NO. 271. ZONE CHANGE, AL1 TO,P-D - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON COMPANY DEVELOPMENT; SECOND READING; AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE,CITY OF ROSEMEAD.CHANGING THE ZONE OF CERTAIN PROPERTY FROM ZONE A=l TO P-D AND AMENDING THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE, City Attorney Watson presented this ordinance by title only. It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Pike, and • carried, that we waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No, 271. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen None 9. REQUEST TO PROCEED WITH CONDEMNATION PROCEEDING§i City Manager'Gunh stated tHat this Imatter Was before the Council on July 2261idhd held ovel'ifrom that meeting in order that the CouncilcoU1ld view the property proposed to be condemned. City Mah6ger;6ufin recommended that.hIb be autkori ed.to proceed with the condemnation proceedings through the City Attorney's office. It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Whiddon, and unanimously carried, that the City Manager proceed with the con- demnation proceedings on property at 3227 N. Eckhart Avenue as recommended, ~10. REQUEST TO PURCHASE BLEACHERS AND EXTEND SAFETY FENCING AT ROSEMEAD PARK. Mr. Ralph Laudenslayer, Director of Recreation and Parks, advised the Council that this request was reviewed by the Park Board at their meeting of August 6th, and it was recommended that the Council authorize the purchase of the following: (2) 15' Portable Fiberglas Bleachers (5 rows each, with guard rail on top row); and extend the present protective fencing. Mr. Laudenslayer stated that an additional bulget allocation not to exceed $1450.00 would be required, and as usual, three bids will be secured for the City Manager's review. It, It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman Maude, and ~I carried, that we approve the foregoing recommendation and auth- orize the expenditure of funds. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None ~ MtRA[[ . i1 Page Four C/C 8/12/69 •11, SCHEDULE OF LIGHT FEES - ROSEMEAD AND GARVEY PARKS, Mr, Ralph Laudenslayer, Director of:Recreation and Parks,.s.tated that the light fee schedule as adopted by the Council on July 22nd was reviewed by the Park Board at their meeting of August 6th, and the following changes were recommended; 1) that use of the volleyball court be set at $2,00 per hour; and 2) that an adult participant be a•person 16 years or older, who does not hold'a.valid student body cardi It was moved by Councilman Whiddoni second by Councilman Taylor, and unanimously carried, that we approve the light fee schedule with the changes as indicated above and recommended by the Park Board, • NEW BUSINESS 12, RESOLUTION NO.`69=50," CLAIMS AND 'DEMANDS, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE•;CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $145,917.24 AND DEMANDS NUMBERS 7346=7449; City Treasurer Foutz Oresehted this Fesolution by title only. It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman Pikej and carried, that we waive further reading and adopt Resolu°_ion No, 69-500 Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None ® 3. RESOLUTION NO, 69.51, ADOPTING 1969 SUPPLEMENT TO STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS FOR PUBLIC WORKS CONSTRUCTION - 1967 EDITION, A. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ADOPTING THE 1969 SUPPLEMENT TO THE UNIFORM STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS FOR PUBLIC WORKS CONSTRUCTION - 1967 EDITION. City Attorney Watson presented this resolution by title only. It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman Maude, and carried, that we waive further reading and adopt Resolution No, 69-51, 14, RESOLUTION NO, 69-52. CONSENTING TO ESTABLISHMENT OF A PORTION OF DEL MAR AVENUE AND GRAVES AVENUE AS PART OF COUNTY SYSTEM OF HIGHWAYS. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD CONSENTING TO ESTABLISHMENT OF A PORTION OF DEL MAR AVENUE AND GRAVES AVENUE WITHIN SAID CITY AS PART OF THE SYSTEM OF COUNTY HIGHWAYS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES. City Attorney Watson presented this resolution by title only. It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Pike, and unanimously carried, that we waive further reading and adopt Resolution No.. 69-52. Page Five C/C 8/12/69 0 15. RESOLUTION NO. 69-53. ESTABLISHING A POLICY REGARDING THE MAIN- TENANCE AND IMPROVEMENT OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS 44ITHiN THE PUBLIC RIGHT OF WAY. 0 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ESTABLISHING A POLICY REGARDING MAINTENANCE AND REPLACEMENT OF PUBLIC IMPROVE- MENTS WITHIN THE PUBLIC RIGHT OF WAY, City Manager Gunn read the contents of this resolution in full. It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman Pike, that we adopt Resolution No. 69-53. Councilman Maude suggested that the words "including driveway approaches" be added after the word "sidewalks" in Section 1 (a) and (b). This was agreeable to the maker of the motion and the second, and adoption of Resolution No. 69-53 was unanimously carried. • 16. APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT WITH SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS (SCAG) City Manager Gunn advised the Council that this agreement was approved by the Council sometime ago, but apparently never reached the Association, which accounts for the City not receiving notifica- tion of their meetings. The dues for 1969-1970 have already been paid. It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Whiddon, and unanimously carried, that we approve the agreement with Southern California Association o-,- Governments and authorize the Mayor to execute. 17. APPROVAL OF AGREEMENTS WITH STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE PURCHASE OF TAX DELINQUENT PROPERTY DEEDED TO THE STATE. City Manager Gunn stated that there are two parcels of property in the City of Rosemead which have been tax deeded to the State for • failure to pay the property taxes. One parcel is a portion of Klingerman Street just east of Earle Street. ;;"he other parcel Is a land-locked parcel just south of Grand Avenue and immediate],, adjacent to the eastern side of the Edison right of way. It was also stated that the total cost is $1.00 per parcel plus the cost of advertising. It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Pike, and carried, that we proceed with the purchase of these two parcels and authorize the Mayor to execute the necessary agreements. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: • 18. APPROVAL OF FOR MAINTEK Councilmen: Councilmen: Councilmen: AMENDMENT T %NCE OF CITY Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon None None AGREEMENT WITH MERCHANTS BUILDING MAINTENANCE KALL. Assistant City Manager Street explainei that the agreement previously entered into with Merchants Buildin Maintenance wds for a period of one year at the monthly rate of ?495.00; In the amended agreement the City has increased the rate to $525.00, this monthly rate to commence on September 1, 1969. 0 Page Six C/C 8/12/69 • Assistant City Manager Street further stated that in addition to the services performed by the Contractor under the previous agree- ment, the Contractor shall perform the following services on a 5-day per week basis: (a) Replace all incandescent bulbs when needed (other than fluorescent system lights), and (b) Pick up and clean in and around all stove and sink areas within the City Hall, It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Taylor, and carried, that we approve the foregoing agreement,as amended and renewed, and authorize the Mayor to execute, Roll Call Vote as follows: • AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None 19. PUBLIC RELATIONS - PROPOSAL AND AGREEMENT OF WYCKOFF ASSOCIATES, City Manager Gunn outlined the proposal of Wyckoff Associates and stated that at his request a formal agreement was prepared by the City Attorney's office, Mr. Gunn further stated that the Council has appropriated in the 1963-1970 Budget a total of $7,500 for this purpose. Following discussion amongst the Council, it was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Taylor, and unanimously carried, that the proposed agreement with Wyckoff Associates be revised to include the following: (a) that while under contract with the City of Rosemead, the contractor shall not work for any other adjoining • city within the San Gabriel Valley, (b) that the contractor not participate in any City political campaign, (c) that the contractor be responsible to the City Council, (d) that the format and contents of each newsletter be approved by the City Council before printing, -(e) that the contractor issue a newsletter quarterly; and (f) that the newsletter be sent by direct mail, Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT : Councilmen: None' City Manager Gunn also recommended that the effective date in the agreement be changed to September 1, 1969, 20. ORDINANCE NO. ADDING CERTAIN PROVISIONS TO MUNICIPAL CODE RLGARDING RUBBISR77ND GARBAGE RATES, INTRODUCTION. 0-1 • "A . . Page Seven C/C 8/12/69 City Manager Gunn outlined the contents of-this proposed ordinance which will add a new provision with regard to late charges which will be imposed when a property owner fails to pay his trash bill within 30 days from the date of billing. • AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ADDING CERTAIN PROVISIONS REGARDING RUBBISH AND GARBAGE DISPOSAL RATES.. City Attorney Watson presented this ordinance by title only., It was pointed out that the ordinance proposes that a penalty of 100% be chargErd to those persons who do not pay their trash collection bill within 30 days from the date of billing.. During the course of discussion that followed, it was indicated by the Council that the penalty proposed should be reduced to a smaller amount within reason. Following further discussion, City Manager Gunn suggested that this matter be taken off the calendar, and there being no objections it was so ordered, • 21, PETITIONS FOR STREET LIGHTS. STEELE STREET BETWEEN RIO HONDO AND TEMPLE CITY BOULEVARD, AND ANGELUS AVENUE BETWEEN FERN AVENUE AND THE SOUTHERLY TERMINUS, Assistant City Manager Street reported that the petition for installation of street lights on Steele Street had been signed by 84% of the property owners, and the petition for Angelus Avenue was signed by approximately 71% of the property owners. It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Whiddon, and unanimously carried, that we accept the foregoing petitions and proceed with the improvements. It was further moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman' Pike, and unanimously carried, that where there are no existing poles, and a petition has been signed by more than 60'% of the property owners requesting the installation of street lights, the cost of installation shall be assessed to the property owners, 22, REQUEST FOR EXTENSION OF TIME, CASH CONTRACT 1-69 - WALNUT GROVE AVE. City Manager Gunn stated this was a request from the County Road Department recommending that the Council grant an extension of time, without penalty, for Cash Contract 1-69, amounting to the number of working days the contractor is delayed by the construction strike. It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Taylor, and unanimously carried, that we accept the foregoing recommendation and grant the extension of time as requested, Mayor Andersen declared the meeting recessed to a Personnel Session at 9:36 o'clock p.m. 0 Mayor Andersen reconvened the meeting at 9:50 o'clock p.m. 23. APPOINTMENT TO BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE. Mayor Andersen stated that he wished to appoint the following to the Beautification Committee: Mr, Willard Schulz Mildred Schrober Mr, Lewis Webb Lois Page It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Pike, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing appointments be ratified. Page Eight C/C 6/12/69 24, SET PUBLIC HEARING DATES ON THE FOLLOWING: • A. EXTENSION OF ORDINANCE NO. 254 AND 262 - REGULATING LOT SPLITS; B. EXTENSION OF ORDINANCE NO. 264 - REGULATING SIGN INSTALLATION. It was recommended by the staff that hearing be set for August 26th, and there being no objections it was sc ordered, COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS 25. PLANNING COMMISSION: SET PUBLIC HEARING DATE ON ORDINANCE AMENDING CERTAIN ZONING PROVISIONS, It was recommended by the staff that hearing be set for August 26th, and there being no objections it was so ordered, • COMMUNICATIONS 26. A. UPPER SAN GABRIEL VALLEY WATER ASSOCIATION, This communication was presented in full by City Manager Gunn, and states that if the City of Rosemead is interested in joining their Association within the present quarter, the dues would be $50,00 for the remaining calendar year. Mr. Gunn stated that the Upper San Gabriel Valley Water Association is the only organization in the San Gabriel Valley that coordinates all matters relating to water supply; and therefore would like to see the City join this Association and appoint a representative and alternate member from the City Council, It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman Maude, and carried, that we join the Upper San Gabriel Valley Water Associa- tion and authorize the Mayor to execute the enclosed Articles of Association, • Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None Mayor Andersen stated he wished to appoint Councilman Taylor as the City's representative to this Association, and appoint Councilman Maude as the alternate. It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman Pike, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing appointments be ratified, B. MR. E. MAYLON DRAKE, CHAIRMAN OF DRUG ABUSE AND NARCOTICS PREVENTION COORDINATING COMMITTEE. • City Manager Gunn presented this communication which extends an invitation to the City of Rosemead to join in the planning and support of the drug referral center known as the Open Door. Mr. Gunn continued by stating that at the present time, Open Door is financed by the City of Alhambra, the Board of Education of the Alhambra City High School District, and donations from citizens and service clubs and other civic-minded organizations; and if the City is interested in the planning and support of Open Door the coordi- nating committee would like to have an official representative named at the earliest possible convenience. 9: • Page Nine C/C 3/12/69 • It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman Maude, and unanimously carried, that we accept the invitation of the Drug Abuse and Narcotics Prevention Coordinating Committee, and appoint Mayor Andersen as the City's representative to meet with the Committee and provide additional information on this subject, C. MABEL HERMAN, (NOT ON AGENDA) City Manager Gunn presented this letter in which Miss Herman reports that.she caught the heel of her shoe on the sprinkler system in front of 8911 East Valley Boulevard, City Manager Gunn explained that Miss Herman is not asking for damages, but does feel the City should pay the $15,00 doctor bill that was incurred, • It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Taylor, and unanimously carried, that we deny the claim of Mabel Herman and refer it to the City's insurance company, D. CITY OF PICO RIVERA. (NOT ON AGENDA) Mayor Andersen.presented this invitation giving notification that on Saturday, September 5th, at the Candlewood Country Club in Whittier, there will be a testimonial dinner honoring Ruth Benell upon her resignation as City Councilman of the City of Pico Rivera, Mayor Andersen stated anyone wishing to attend should make reserva- tions through the City Clerk, E. SO, EL MONTE SISTER CITY ASSOCIATION, (NOT ON AGENDA) This communication was presented by Mayor Andersen, and requests that the City of Rosemead delegate a representative to attend the U.S./Mexico Sister City Association Conference at the L.A. Hilton Hotel on August 17 through 20. • Councilman Pike stated that this matter was discussed at the last Sister City Committee meeting, that a representative has been appointed and the necessary registration has been forwarded, 27, ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE, None 28, MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS, A. Councilman Pike stated that he had been contacted by Mr. Ledoux of 8043 Hellman Avenue regarding his assessment for curb, gutter and driveway apron, Mr. Pike continued by stating that evidently sometime ago • Mr. Ledoux had his yard privately graded due to the installation of sidewalks, and when they recently measured the amount of ground to be removed for the installation of curb, gutter and driveway apron, they charged him for the removal of ground which had previously been removed, Mr. Ledoux did not realize this at the time of public hearing and has already paid his assessment, Assistant City Manager Street stated he would look into this matter immediately. Page Ten C/C 3/12/69 • B. Councilman Maude stated he had recently received a letter from Reverend Martin of the Lutheran Church concerning the Rosemead Woman's Club and the disturbance that is created from the functions held there, Mayor Andersen stated he had been in contact with the Woman's Club, and was advised,that in the future they are going to be more selective in the use of their Club, there will no longer be any amplifiers allowed, and a security guard will be required to be on patrol. 0 C. It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman Pike, and carried, that the City pay for the expenses of Dick Doyle, President of the Sister City Committee, on his visit to Zapopan September 13th, with a limit of $150.00, Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None D. It was further moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Mayor Andersen, and carried, that any expenses that the Mayor or his representative incurs by representing the City of Rosemead on the Sister City visits,should be borne by the City. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None 0 E. Mayor Andersen advised the Council-that it would be impossible for he and Mrs. Andersen to attend the Sister City trip to Zapopan on September 13, and therefore he has requested Councilman Maude to represent the City of Rosemead. There being no further business, it was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman Maude, and unanimously carried, that we adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 10:25 o'clock p.m, CITY CLERK MAYOR 0