CC - 05-13-69CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
CITY COUNCIL
Minutes of May 13, 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:O V~
o'clock p.m.
• 1, CALL TO ORDER
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Pike.
The Invocation was delivered by Reverend Jack Preston of the
Rosemead Community Methodist .Church,
2. ROLL CALL
Present-: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon
Absent: Councilmen: Nbne
Ex officio; Andersen, Farrell., Foutz, Hersh, Joehnck, Street
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APRIL 28, 1969 ADJOURNED MEETING .
• It was moved by Councilman Maude, sgcond.by councilman Whiddon,
and unanimously carried, that the minutes of April 22nd and
April 28th, 1969, be apoFoVed as printed;
SPECIAL._bRtS~KTAT.IONS
4, RESOLUTION N0, 69-24, FIONORING DON BUMBAUGH OF WILLIAMbALE
FLORIST.
Mayor Andersen ordered this presehtdti.on deferred until later
in the meeting,
5. BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE AWARDS. COMMENDING NEWSPAPER REPORTER
JUDY HAMMOND AND THE METHODIST YOUTH FELLOWSHIP,
Mr, Burl Blue, Chairman of the Beautification Committee, presented
this award to Tom Woodford, President of the Methodist Youth
Fellowship, along with three other members of their group, in
recognition of the many community projects they have participated
in,
• Mr, Burl Blue also presented the award to newspaper reporter Judy
Hammond, formerly with the Rosemead Review, for the coverage and
publicity she gave the City during her 3 ,years with the Reveew,
PUBLIC HEARING
6. ZONE CHANGE CASE NO. 36, NARRAMORE CHRISTIAN FOUNDATION.
Mayor Andersen ordered this hearing deferred until later in the
meeting.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
7, ORDINANCE NO. 262. REGULATING LOT SPLITS AND AMENDING ORDINANCE
NO. 254, URGENCY.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
OF LOT SPLITS AND AMENDING ORDINANCE
City Attorney Joehnck presented this
It was moved by Councilman Pike, secs
and carried, that further reading be
262 be adopted,
PERTAINING TO THE REGULATION
NO. 254,
ordinance by title only,
>nd by Councilman Taylor,
waived and Ordinance No.
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Roll Call Vote as follows:
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AYES:
Councilmen:
NOES:
Councilmen:
ABSENT:
Councilmen:
Andersen, Maude,
None
None
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Pike, Taylor, Whiddon
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8. ORDINANCE N0: 263. ZONE CHANGE CASE NO..35. R-1 TO M-1 ZONE.
(2704 STINGLE AVENUE), INTRODUCTION.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD CHANGING THE ZONE OF CERTAIN
PROPERTY FROM R-1 TO M-1 AND AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE.
City Attorney Joehnck presented this ordinance by title only.
It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman Maude,
and carried, that further reading be waived and Ordinance No.
263 be introduced.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
.PUBLIC HEARING
6. ZONE CHANGE CASE NO. 36. NARRAMORE CHRISTIAN FOUNDATION. 1409
WALNUT GROVE AVE. REPLACING EXISTING A-1 ZONE AND ESTABLISHING
A P-D (PLANNED DEVELOPMENT) ZONE.
Planning Director Hersh presented the factual data.
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 8:14 o'clock p.m;
Mr, Wallace Wright, Administrative Assistant with the Narramore
• Foundation, and Mr. Aussenhofer addressed the Council on behalf of
the proposed zone change.
Mayor Andersen declared the public hearing closed at 8:.17 o'clock
p.m.
It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman.Taylor,
and unanimously carried, that the Council approve Zone Change No.
36, subject to street dedication as required on Walnut Grove Avenue,
and instruct the City Attorney to prepare the necessary ordinance.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
9. STATE DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS - PURCHASE OF PROPERTY-BY CITY - SAN
GABRIEL BOULEVARD.
• Following discussion it was moved by Councilman Maude, second by
Councilman Whiddon, and carried, that we proceed with the purchase
of this property at the price as quoted in their Letter Agreement,
following review and approval by our City Attorney of the Title
Report.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
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NEW BUSINESS
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RESOLUTION NO. 69-25.
CLAIMS AND DEMANDS,
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING
CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $136,062,43 AND DEMANDS
NUMBERS 6877-7001,
City Administrator Farrell presented this resolution by title
only.
It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman Taylor,
and carried, that further reading be waived and Resolution No,
69-25 be adopted,
Roll Call Vote as follows:-
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
RESOLUTION N0, 69-26, ;APPROVAL OF LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES
AGREEMENT,
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD APPROVING
AGREEMENT WITH COUNTY OF LOS'ANGELES CONCERNING LAW ENFORCEMENT
SERVICES,
City Administrator Farrell stated that this agreement was for a
period of one year, commencing July 1, 1969,'
City Attorney Joehnck presented this resolution by title only.
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Maude,
and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and
Resolution No, 69-26 be adopted,
12, RESOLUTION NO, 69-27. AUTHORIZING RENEWAL OF POUND SERVICES
AGREEMENT,,
• A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD AUTH-
ORIZING RENEWAL OF A CONTRACT WITH THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
CONCERNING POUND SERVICES AGREEMENT,
City Attorney Joehnck presented this resolution by title only.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Whiddon,
and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and
Resolution No, 69-27 be adopted,
13. OCCIDENTAL PETROLEUM CORPORATION - REQUESTING RELEASE OF BONDS,
City Administrator Farrell advised that this was in connection
with a well that had been drilled. The well proved to be dry
and has since been filled and capped,
• It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman Maude,
and unanimously carried, that we approve the releasing of Bonds
No, 1732849 and No, 1732850, subject to written approval from the
County Engineer advising that all requirements have been met to
the satisfaction of the City,
14, HEARING OFFICER'S REPORT. BILLIARD ROOM LICENSE, GOLDEN CUE -
8911 E. VALLEY BOULEVARD,
City Administrator Farrell presented the findings and recommended
the issuance of the license, subject to six conditions.
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It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Whiddon,
and unanimously carried, that the foregoing license be granted,
subject to the recommended conditions.
AWARD OF CONTRACT - SCHEDULE 3 - CASH CONTRACT NO. 2-69. CON-
STRUCTION OF CURB, GUTTER, SIDEWALK, ETC.
15.
City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that he had
negotiated with Norlund Construction Co., and they have since
submitted a revised bid as to Schedule 3; and recommended that
the Council accept the bid and award the contract.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Whiddon,
and carried, that we accept the revised bid of Norlund Construc-
tion Co, as to Schedule 3 and award the contract as recommended.
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
APPROVAL OF FIREWORKS PERMIT APPLICATIONS.
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City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that the following
organizations met the ordinance requirements for fireworks permit
applicants:
V.F.W. - Rosemead Auxiliary
V.F.W. - Rosemead Post #1930
Rosemead Lions Club
Rosemead Jr. All Americans
Rosemead Post 598 - Troop 598
Rosemead Ward - LDS Church
Rosemead Kawanis Club
Rosemead Jaycees
Rosemead Optimist Club
Boy Scout Troop #311
So. San Gabriel Optimist Club
Methodist Youth Fellowship
Discussion followed amongst the Council as to the new meeting
place for Boy Scout Troop #311 which is outside the City limits.
Following further discussion it was moved by Councilman Maude,
second by Councilman Whiddon, and carried, that the foregoing
applications be granted on the basis that since no showing has
been made that Boy Scout Troop #311 has permanently moved out
of the City of Rosemead,
Roll Call Vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen:
NOES: Councilmen:
ABSENT: Councilmen:
Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon
None
None
COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS
TRAFFIC COMMISSION.
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A. RIO HONDO AVENUE AT RALPH STREET, GUESS STREET, AND STEELE
STREET- RED CURB MARKINGS.
Traffic Engineer Envall advised the Council that the Commission
recommended the placing of red 'curb markings at the following
locations to provide the additignal protection needed at the
approaches to Rio Hondo Avenue.
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1. 20 feet on the east and west sides of
Rio Hondo Avenue at its approaches to
Ralph Street;
• 2. 20 feet on the east side of Rio Hondo
Ave, south of Guess Street and 25 feet
on the west side of Rio Hondo north of
Guess St.; and
3. 25 feet on the east and west sides of
Rio Hondo Ave, at the north and south
approaches to Steele St.
It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman Maude,
and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recommendation be
approved.
B. 8452 FERN AVENUE - RED CURB REMOVAL (REVISED).
• Traffic Engineer Envall advised the Council that the Commission
recommended that the red curb markings on the south side of Fern
Ave, be removed and replaced with 2 signs with appropriate arrows
reading "No Parking, 7 A.M. to 5 P.M., School Days Only, Busses
Excepted."
Traffic Engineer Envall also advised th.=.t the Commission recommended
that Earle Street be stopped at the north and south approaches to
Fern Avenue with stop and stop bar pavement markings.
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Pike,
and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recommendation be
approved,
C. AREA BOUNDED BY GARVEY AVENUE TO HELLMAN AVENUE, CHARLOTTE
AVENUE TO SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD - WEIGHT RESTRICTIONS.
Traffic Engineer Envall advised the Council that the Commission
recommended that 3 ton weight limit signs be placed at the
following locations, as the residential streets within the
bounded area are not conductive to truck traffic.
• 1. East side of Charlotte Avenue at the
north line of Garvey Avenue;
2. South side of Park Street at the east
line of San Gabriel Boulevard; and
3. South side of Dorothy Avenue at the
east line of San Gabriel Boulevard.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Whiddon,
and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recommendation be
approved.
D. EMERSON AVENUE, BETWEEN SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD AND DEL MAR
AVENUE - SPEED REDUCTION.
• Traffic Engineer Envall advised the Council that the Commission
recommended that a 30 miles per hour speed regulation with ade-
quate signs and markings be put into effect; and further recommended
that "PED-X-ING" signs be placed on Emerson Avenue at both
approaches to Kelburn Avenue.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Taylor,
and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recommendation be
approved.
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E. BENTEL AVENUE, IVAR AVENUE TO ROSEMEAD BOULEVARD - TIME
LIMIT PARKING,
Traffic Engineer Envall advised the Council that the "No Parking
• At Anytime" restrictions on the north side of Bentel Ave, has
placed an apparent hardship on the doctor's offices regarding
patient parking, and therefore the Commission recommended that
"2 Hour, 9 A.M. - 6 P.M., Sundays Excepted" regulations be
placed on the south side of Bentel Avenue between the subject
limits.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Whiddon,
and carried, that the foregoing recommendation be approved,
Councilman Maude abstained from voting on the above,
P!EW BUSINESS
17, CALIFORNIA CHRISTIAN HOME DONATION.
. Mr. Ralph Laudenslayer, Director of Recreation and Parks, pre-
sented a check for $300 received from the California Christian
Home to be used towards play equipment at Delta/Mission Park,
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Pike,
and unanimously carried, that a letter be forwarded to the
California Christian Home expressing appreciation to those who
contributed to this donation,
SPECIAL PRESENTATION
4, RESOLUTION NO. 69-21:, HONORING DON BUMBAUGH OF WILLIAMDALE FLORIST,
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD COMMENDING
DON BUMBAUGH.
Mayor Andersen presented Mr. Bumbaugh with the above perma-
plaqued resolution and read it in its entirety.
It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman Maude,
and unanimously carried, that Resolution No, 69-24 be adopted,
• NEW BUSINESS
18. APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT WITH GARVEY SCHOOL DISTRICT.
City Administrator Farrell presented this agreement and stated
that the purpose of said agreement is to guide the development
and maintenance of the recent three-acre addition to Garvey Park,
He recommended that the Council approve the agreement, subject
to the following amendment changes:
1. That the agreement be titled "Garvey Park-Duff
School Joint Development"; and
2, That Item No, 3 be modified to read:
District and City shall hold each other harmless
• from all damages, costs, claims, expenses in law
or in equity that may at any time arise or be set
up because of damages to property, personal injury,
including wrongful death, arising out of or con-
nected with the performance of the respective
obligations of City and District under this
agreement.
Mr. Laudenslayer advised the Council that the Garvey School District
had approved the agreement at their meeting on Thursday.
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It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman Maude,
and unanimously carried, that the foregoing agreement be approved
as recommended, and the Mayor authorized to execute,
• 19, GARVEY PARK CONCESSION STAND OPERATION,
Fir, Ralph Laudenslayer, Director of Recreation and Parks,
presented this report and advised the Council that last year's
operators bid 14% and indicated that the season's operation was
not very successful, due to poor weather and other problems,
Mr. Laudenslayer recommended that authorization be given to
advertise for bids, stipulating~a minimum bid of 10% return to
the City, the requirement of a $500 faithful performance bond,
and other operating regulations to protect the public.
Following discussion as to the $500 faithful performance bond
required, it was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman
Whiddon, and unanimously carried, that authorization be given
to advertise for bids for the Garvey Park Concession Stand
Operation, but that a $200 faithful performance bond be required
rather than a $500 bond, as originally recommended,
20. KLINGERMAN-FAIRWAY PARK DEDICATION,
Mr, Ralph Laudenslayer, Director of Recreation and Parks, advised
the Council that all picnic and the majority of tot play equip-
ment has been installed, and recommended that the Council set a
date for public dedication ceremony as soon as possible, involving
the City of Monterey Park as co-developer of the Park.
There being no objections, the Mayor ordered public dedication
set for Saturday, June 7 at 1:00 p.m., and directed Mr. Lauder-
slayer to notify the City of Monterey Park as to the same,
Mayor Andersen recessed the meeting at 9:27 o'clock p.m.
Mayor Andersen reconvened the meeting at 9:36 o'clock p.m,
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RE-APPOINTMENT OF BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE,
There being no objections, the Mayor ordered this matter deferred
until the next meeting,
22,
DISCUSSION OF STREET BEAUTIFICATION POLICY,
City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that approximately
2 years ago a Street Beautification Plan was adopted for the
four major boulevards, Garvey,,San Gabriel, Valley and Rosemead.
Since this time the question has been raised as to what kind of
improvements the City is going to require of the developer, such
as the meandering or straight sidewalk, etc, on these four major
boulevards,
Following discussion, the staff was instructed to prepare a report
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on what improvements should be, or could be required of developers
on the four major boulevards in the City of Rosemead,
COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION'S
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PLANNING COMMISSION' - None,
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TRAFFIC COMMISSION - See Pages Four, Five and Six.
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COMMUNICATIONS
• X25. A. CITY OF LONG BEACH.
City Administrator Farrell presented the foregoing communication
which transmits a copy of their resolution urging support to the
introduction of a bill providing that daylight savings time be
observed nationally on a year-round basis.
This communication was received and filed.
B. ROSEMEAD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE.
City Administrator Farrell presented this communication requesting
that the City consider having a "Rosemead Week" in the month of
October beginning Saturday, October 11th and ending October 18th.
Mr. Bob Pickrel, President of the Rosemead Chamber of Commerce,
addressed the Council on behalf of their request and briefly
• outlined the proposed activities.
Following discussion it was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second
by Councilman Taylor, and unanimously carried, that the Council
approve in principle the idea of combining the City's Birthday
with the annual Heritage Parade as requested by the Chamber of
Commerce, beginning October 11 and ending October 18, providing
that the bands we wish to have participating in the parade are
available this same week.
C. GARVEY SCHOOL DISTRICT.
City Administrator Farrell presented this communication from
Patricia A. Maly on behalf of the Head Start Children, parents
and staff of Garvey School District, expressing appreciation for
the opportunity to participate in the Cinco de Mayo celebration
at Garvey Park on May 3, and giving special thanks to Mike
Burbank for all his help and patience.
Councilman Whiddon stated he had attended this celebration and
commended Mr. Laudensiayer and his staff for a job well done.
• The foregoing communication was received and filed.
26. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE.
Mr. Rudy Aguilar, 3325 Bartlett Avenue, commended the Council
and the Director of Recreation and Parks for the very success-
ful Cinco do Mayo celebration held at Garvey Park.
S. Mr. Lloyd Walters, 4211 Rio Hondo Avenue, appeared before the
Council and requested that someone check over the public
address system in the Council Chambers as he feels it is not
functioning properly, and it is very hard to hear the Council.
C. Mrs. Vera Zany, 4555 N. Delta Avenue, addressed the Council
regarding her weed abatement problem and the $40 she paid to
have the County clean her vacant lots.
Mrs. Zany indicated she was very unhappy with the job the
County performed and that this could have been done by a
private party for less money.
City Administrator Farrell stated he would have someone
investigate this matter and view the subject property.
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D. Mr. William Gilbert, 2016 Strang Avenue, Manhattan Beach, addressed
the, Council and stated he was the owner of the property at 3643 North
• Rosemead Boulevard, which is in the P-D Zone, but cannot develop the
property due to three-acre limitation put on this zone.
27. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS.
A. ORDINANCE NO. 264. TEMPORARILY REGULATING SIGN INSTALLATION,
City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that he had requested the
City Attorney to prepare this ordinance placing a moratorium on flashing
and blinking signs.
Following discussion amongst the Council it was concurred that the
ordinance should include not only flashing and blinking signs, but
also animated or giant statuary signs, It was further concurred that
revolving signs may be installed not to exceed eight revolutions per
minute.
• AN ORDIANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL
REGULATING SIGN INSTALLATION.
City Attorney Joehnck presented
that it is an urgency ordinance
from the date of adoption.
It was moved by Councilman Pike
carried, that Ordinance No. 264
OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD TEMPORARILY
this ordinance in full and advised
and would be in effect for 90 days
second by Councilman Maude, and
be adopted.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Whiddon
NOES: Councilmen: Taylor
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
B. City Administrator Farrell reported that the County has a street
construction project on San Gabriel Boulevard, between Yarrow Street
and Potrero Grande Drive for which they are now drafting the
final specifications. The project includes a section of Rush Street
from San Gabriel Boulevard to a point approximately 400 feet east.
The County intends to install sidewalks in the unincorporated area.
• Since this project takes in a portion of the City, City Administrator
Farrell recommended that the City install sidewalks on that portion
of the project within the City on the north side of Rush Street and
both sides of San Gabriel Boulevard. The City's share of this cost
would be $3,000.00.
Mr. Farrell further advised that it would be beneficial to the City
to continue with the curb, gutter and sidewalk all the way to Angelus
Street, if the property owners will dedicate the necessary right of way
on a gratis bases. This would complete improvements on the north side
of Rush Street, east of San Gabriel Boulevard.
Following discussion, it was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by
Councilman Maude, and carried, that we proceed with the installation
of sidewalks on both sides of San Gabriel Boulevard and on the north
side of Rush Street to balance with the County's project; and the
• staff is authorized to contact the four property owners on the north
side of Rush Street for dedication of right of way to the City and if
acquired then proceed with the installation of sidewalk, curb and
gutter as an extension of the project to Angelus Street.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Taylor, Whiddon
NOES: Councilmen: Pike
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
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C. Councilman Pike reported that officers were elected to the
Rosemead Historical Society and will be installed on Tuesday,
June 3rd at 7:00 o'clock p.m. at the T & J Restaurant„
Councilman Pike requested that possibly the Historical Society
could use the City's Xerox machine in order that some of their
material could be duplicated, and this way there would be
information on hand at the Library and at the City Hall.
Mayor Andersen suggested that the Society submit a letter
giving additional information in connection with their
request.
D. Mayor Andersen advised that he has had a request from one of
the local service organizations that perhaps we could have
a trophy display case some where in the City Hall or else-
where in the City so that they or other service clubs could
display their trophies,
• Mr, Doug Stone, Manager of the Rosemead Chamber of Commerce,
stated that there is a proposal now in process for displaying
the trophies acquired by the Chamber.
E. Councilman Maude requested that all complaints that are
received at City Hall be treated very seriously and given
as much consideration as possible.
It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman Maude,
and unanimously carried, that the meeting be adjourned. Meeting
adjourned at 11:01 o'clock p.m,
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