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CC - 06-24-69CITY OF ROSEMEAD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA CITY COUNCIL Minutes of June 24, 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 Mayor Pro Tem Whiddon. The Invocation was delivered by Alice Ferl of the Rosemead Methodist Church. 2. ROLL CALL Present: Councilmen: Andersen; Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon Absent: Councilmen: None Ex officio: Andersen, Foutz, Gunn, Hersh, Joehnck, Street APPROVAL OF MINUTES: MAY 3 27, 1969 - REGULAR MEETING . JUNE 10, 1969 - REGULAR MEETING JUNE 11 1969 - ADJOURNED MEETING JUNE , 16, 1969 - ADJOURNED MEETING JUNE 17, 1969 - ADJOURNED MEETING JUNE 23, 1969 - ADJOURNED MEETING it was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Whiddon, and unanimously carried, that the minutes of meetings held May 27, June 10, 11, 16, 17 and 23, 1969, be approved as printed. PUBLIC HEARINGS 4. CONFIRMATION OF ASSESSMENTS - EMERSON PLACE (NORTH SIDE) FALLING LEAF AVENUE TO SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD. City Manager Gunn advised the Council that the assessments for this project total $1,328.52. Mayor Andersen requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand and be sworn. - 10 The Oath was administered by City Clerk Andersen. Mayor Andersen declared the public hearing open at 8:02 o'clock p.m. The following persons a dressed the Council: Mr. Daniel W. Moody, owner of property at 3205 N. San Gabriel Boulevard, indicated that he felt he was being assessed for more front footage than he owned, and requested that this matter be looked into further. Mr. Frank Klementich, 8123 E. Emerson Place, stated that in order to obtain final approval on a home he had built in 1966, he was required to post a bond for sidewalks, curb and gutter, to be installed at a later date. He did this and it was his understanding that the bond would cover the cost of said improvements. He has been unable to locate the bond. Mr. Ben Mc Camish, 8137 E. Emerson Place, requested that he be permitted to pay the assess- ment in monthly payments of $50.00 as he cannot pay the full amount within the 30 day period required. • • Page Two C/C 6/24/69 There being no objections the public hearing was declared continued to July 8th and staff directed to investigate the foregoing inquiries. • 5. CONFIRMATION OF ASSESSMENTS - HELLMAN AVENUE (BOTH SIDES) LAFAYETTE AVENUE TO ECKHART. City Manager Gunn advised.the Council that the assessments for this project total $3,119.29. 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 8:23 o'clock p.m. The following persons addressed the Council in.opposition to the amounts they are being assessed for extraordinary excavation: • Mr. Frank Viglione, 8047 Hellman Avenue Mr. Robert H. Schusta, owner of property at 8053 Hellman Avenue. Mayor Andersen declared the public hearing continued to July 8th and staff requested to check the amounts being charged for extra- ordinary excavation on the above two propertiesi Councilman Taylor suggested that a notice or information sheet be distributed to each property owner when petitions are circulated, apprising them of all possible costs involved, Following discussion, it was concurred amongst the Council that the foregoing suggestion be carried out in all future sidewalk, curb and gutter street improvements. 6. CONFIRMATION OF ASSESSMENTS - JACKSON AVENUE (BOTH SIDES) GARVALIA AVENUE TO FERN AVENUE. • City Manager Gunn advised the Council that the assessments for this project total $2,994.70. 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 Dpen at 8:40 o'clock p.m. Mrs. Lois Rone, 2500 N. Jackson Avenue, appeared in opposition to the assessment. Mayor Andersen declared the public hearing closed at 8:42 o'clock p.m. RESOLUTION NO. 69-34. CONFIRMING STREET SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT AND ASSESSMENTS THEREIN. • A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD CONFIRMING THE STREET SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT AND ASSESSMENTS THEREIN (JACKSON ;a VENUE - BOTH SIDES - GARVALIA AVENUE TO FERN AVENUE) City Attorney Joehnck presented this resolution by title only. • G Page Three C/C 6/24/69 It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Taylor, and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and Resolution No. 69-34 be adopted. 0 0 UNFINISHED BUSINESS 7, ORDINANCE NO. 267. ZONE CHANGE CASE NO. 37 - R-2 TO C-3 ZONE. 0,304 MISSION DRIVE - INTRODUCTION. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD CHANGING THE ZONE OF CERTAIN PROPERTY FROM ZONE R-2 TO C43 AND AMENDING THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE. City Attorney Joehnck presented this ordinance by title only. It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Maude, and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and Ordinance No. 267 be introduced, Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None 8. RESOLUTION NO. 69-35. REGARDING COMPETITIVE PRICING OF COUNTY CONSUMER SERVICES. SERVICES. CONCERNING CONSUMER CITY OF RESOLUTION PRICING Y OF COUNCIL COUNTY OF THE THE COMPETITIVE City Attorney Joehnck presented this resolution in full. It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Whiddon, and unanimously carried, that Resolution No. 69-35 be adopted, NEW BUSINESS 9. RESOLUTION NO. 69-36. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING • CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $70,878.13 AND DEMANDS NUMBERS 7127 - 7187. City Treasurer Foutz presented this resolution by title only, It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Pike, and carried, that further reading be waived and Resolution No. 69-36 be adopted. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None 10. ORDINANCE NO. 268. APPROVING ANNEXATION NO. 36. INTRODUCTION. • AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD APPROVING THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN UNINHABITED TERRITORY DESIGNATED AS "ANNEXATION NUMBER 36" TO THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD. City Attorney Joehnc!< presented this ordinance by title only. i • Page Four C/C 6/24/69 It was moved by Councilman Taylor' second by Councilman Whiddon, and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and Ordinance No. 268 be introduced. Roll Call Vote as followsi AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon NOES' Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None 11, RESOLUTION NO. 69-37. COMMENDING MODERN SERVICE COMPANY. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD COMMENDING MODERN SERVICE FOR THEIR COOPERATION AND EFFORTS DURING SPRING CLEAN-UP WEEK CAMPAIGN. City Attorney Joehnck presented this resolution in full. It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman Pike, and unanimously carried, that Resolution No. 69-37 be adopted, and • a copy thereof forwarded to Dick Griegorian of Modern Service Co. 12. PROPOSED RATE INCREASE FOR TRASH AND GARBAGE PICK-UP SERVICE. City Manager Gunn presented a letter from Modern Service Company giving notice of proposed rate increase, effective September 1, 1969; and stated the notice is in accordance with the Franchise Agreement as the Consumer Price Index for last November, December, and January has increased over 5% of the index based upon the last prior index. It was recommended that the Council by minute order, declare that it has no objection to the rate increase. It was moved by Mayor Andersen, second by Councilman Whiddon, and unanimously carried, that this Council has no objection to the rate increase as proposed by Modern Service Company in their letter of May 221 1969. 13. GARVEY PARK CONCESSION BID. • City Manager Gunn advised the Council that one proposal had been received from Mr. & Mrs. Daniel J. Rogers for the operation of Garvey Park Concession Stand, and City to receive 10% of the gross receipts derived each month. City Manager Gunn recommended award of the contract and immediate initiation of contract upon signing and receipt of all required licenses and insurance. It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Whiddon, and unanimously carried, that we accept the foregoing recommenda- tion and award the contract. 13A. APPOINTMENT OF TRAFFIC COMMISSIONER. (NOT ON AGENDA). Mayor Andersen stated he wished to appoint Wallace Jackman to the • Traffic Commission for a 2 year term, said term expiring June 30, 1971 to fill thevacancy of the expired term of Mildred Janson. It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Whiddon, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing appointment be ratified. Page Five C/C 6/24/69 14. DISCUSSION OF RENAMING PARAMOUNT AND SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD. Planning Director Hersh advised the Council that there is now under construction, a slight extension between the Pomona Freeway • and San Gabriel Boulevard running north and south: and that upon completion will be called Paramount Boulevards Approximately six:months ago the County Board of Supervisors instructed the Street Name.Committee tb investigate the possibility of changing the name of this extension to San Gabriel Boulevard; therefor) extending the preseht San Gabriel Boulevard to the fl-eeway; The City of Montebello now has a report from their Planning Commission indicating that they favor the name being changed to San Gabriel Boulevard for the portion within their city limits. The Street Name Committee has requested the Council's opinion of this proposed name change. • it was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Pike, and unanimously carried, that this Council go on record as being in favor of the foregoing extension being changed from Paramount to San Gabriel Boulevard. Councilman Maude recommended that for historical purposes, San Gabriel Boulevard which runs east and west remain as such, but that either road or drive be substituted for boulevard. The Council concurred to take no action on this recommendation at the present time. 15. EMPLOYEE SALARIES AND BENEFITS. City Manager Gunn outlined the contents of this report which pro- poses title changes for the City Administrator and Administrative Assistant, changes the sick leave with pay benefits, and lists the proposed new salary schedules. Mr. Gunn recommended that the Council approve this report and direct the City Attorney to prepare the necessary documents to imp.l.ement these changes as of July 1, 1969. • It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Whiddon, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing report be approved as recommended and presented, and the City Attorney instructed to prepare the necessary documents. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None 15A. APPROVAL OF 1969-70 BUDGET AS AMENDED (NOT ON AGENDA). Mayor Andersen recommended that the Council receive and adopt the 1969-70 Budget as amended in the budget sessions. • It was moved by councilman Maude, second by Councilman Whiddon, and unanimously carried, that the Budget for 1969-70 as amended in budget sessions be approved. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None Page Six C/C 6/24/69 COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS 16. PLANNING COMMISSION: • A. SET PUBLIC HEARING DATES ON THE FOLLOWING - 1) ANNEXATION NO. 36 - A-1 TO R-1 ZONE 2) ZONE CHANGE CASE NO. 38 - A-1 TO P-D ZONE. (SO. CALIF. EDISON CO, DEVELOPMENT), It was recommended by the staff that hearing on the above be set for July 8, 1969, There being no objections it was so ordered as recommended, B. APPROVAL OF TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 22586 - SOUTH SIDE OF MISSION DRIVE - WEST OF EDISON CO. POWERLINES, VICINITY OF HALKETT AVE. Planning Director Hersh advised the Council that the Commission • recommended approval of the tentative tract, subject to conditions. Following discussion amongst the Council, it was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Whiddon, and unanimously carried, that Condition No. 22 be deleted in its entirety, and staff directed to alter Condition No. 5 to permit pedestrian access, and Condition No. 6 to add design requirements for the wall to provide concealed gates, with said wall to be established along the rear or side of lots abutting Mission Drive, and that further consideration of the tentative tract deferred until next meeting. COMMUNICATIONS 17. A. CITY OF SIGNAL HILL. City Manager Gunn presented this resolution supporting the enact- ment of Legislation to allow 1970 census questionnaire replies to be on a voluntary basis; and urging that City of Rosemead adopt a similar resolution. This communication was received and filed. B. CALIFORNIA CONTRACT CITIES ASSOCIATION. City Manager Gunn presented this communication giving notification that the City of Rosemead is due to host a meeting during the coming year, and requesting that a date be confirmed as soon as possible. It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman Taylor, and unanimously carried, that a letter be forwarded to the California Contract Cities Association expressing our desire to host a meeting singly during the month of January or February, and details to be arranged at a future date. C. UNITED NATIONS ASSOCIATION. • City Manager Gunn presented the foregoing communication requesting that City issue a proclamation, etc., designating October 24th as United Nations Day. This communication was received and filed. D. PAUL W. SCHYMOS. City Manager Gunn presented this letter from Mr. Schymos, submitting resignation from the Planning Commission, and read in full. Page Seven C/C 6/24/69 0 0 18. 0 It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Pike, and unanimously carried, that we defer any action on the resignation of Paul W. Schymos at the present time. E. GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION. (NOT ON AGENDA) City Manager Gunn presented this communication regarding a parcel of property south of Garvey Avenue and towards the east end of the City limits. It is presently owned by the Corps of Engineers and approximately 2 acres in size. Mr. Gunn stated there are several good uses that could be made of this property by the City, and recommended that the Council authorize him to proceed with the acquisition. It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Whiddon, and unanimously carried, that authorization be given to proceed with the acquisition of the foregoing property if it appears to be feasible. Roll Call Vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE. A. Mr. L.E. Magoffin, Manager of California American Water Co., addressed the Council giving notification of a hearing to be held by the Public Utilities Commission July 1, 2 and 3 regarding a request for authority to increase their rates and charges for water service in the San Marino District. B. Mr. Doug Stone, Manager of the Rosemead Chamber of Commerce, addressed the Council and expressed appreciation on behalf of the Chamber for approval of their budget request for 1969-70. C. Mr. Jay Imperial, President of Rosemead Youth Association, addressed the Council and urged that a public telephone be installed in Rosemead Park. Mr. Ralph Laudenslayer, Director of Recreation and Parks, advised the Council that a telephone is on order and should be installed soon. 19. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS. A. Councilman Maude suggested that the Mayor and City Manager contact Mr. Dick Rose, District Manager of the Telephone Co., in hopes that he may be of some assistance in expediting the telephone installation at Rosemead Park. B. Councilman Maude brought up the matter of the vacant lot on Bentel Street to the rear of Rayco Co., and questioned whether anything further has been done to rid the lot of the number of parked vehicles. • Planning Director Hersh advised that he has been trying to solve the problem that exists on this property, that many complications are involved, but that he would continue to pursue the matter. There being no further business, it was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Whiddon, and unanimously carried, that we adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 10:30 o'clock p.m. CITY CLERK ti1u"R