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CC - 03-11-69CITY OF ROSEMEAD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA CITY COUNCIL Minutes of March 11, 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 Whiddon at 8:02 o'clock p.m. CALL TO ORDER The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Andersen. The Invocation was delivered by Reverend Robert E. Hanson of the Church of Christ. 2. ROLL CALL Present: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon. Absent: Councilmen: None Ex officio: Andersen, Farrell, Hersh, Street, Watson. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: FEBRUARY 25, 1969 - REGULAR MEETING. 40 It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Taylor, and unanimously carried, that the minutes of February 25, 1969, be approved as printed. 4. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE. Mr. E.H. Hollinshead, 2627 N. Brighton Avenue, expressed appre- ciation for the charity box being removed from the corner of Garvey Avenue and Brighton Street. He also inquired as to whether any correction work or improvements will be made in the vicinity of Del Mar Avenue and Garvey Avenue. City Administrator Farrell advised that the City, in cooperation with the County, has been studying this problem and just recently a report was issued on the proposed street widths and the necessary right of way. A preliminary set of drawings have also been prepared, but funds have to be budgeted for this and it r would probably be four to five years before the actual street construction begins. PUBLIC HEARING • ORDINANCE NO. 258. REGULATING LAND USES IN THE R-3 AND R-4 RESIDENTIAL ZONES. URGENCY ORDINANCE. City Attorney Watson advised the Council that this ordinance would be in effect for a period of 1 year. Mayor Whiddon requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand and be sworn. Mayor Whiddon declared the public hearing open at 8:10 o'clock p.m. No one responded and the hearing closed immediately. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD REGULATING LAND USES IN THE R-3 AND R-4 RESIDENTIAL ZONES. City Attorney Watson presented this ordinance by titly only. 40 It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Andersen, and carried, that further reading be waived and Ordinance No. 258 be adopted. Roll Call vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None Page Two C/C 3/11/69 UNFINISHED BUSINESS 6. ORDINANCE NO. 257. AMENDING ZONING ORDINANCE TO ADD PUBLIC • WEIGHING SCALES AS A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT IN THE M-1 ZONE. SECOND READING. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD AMENDING THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT SECTION OF THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADD PUBLIC WEIGHING SCALES AS A CONDITIONAL USE IN THE M-1 ZONES. City Attorney Watson presented this ordinance by title only. It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Maude, and carried, that further reading be waived and Ordinance No. 257 be adopted. Roll Call vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon NOES: Councilmen: None • ABSENT: Councilmen: None 7. RESOLUTION NO. REQUESTING CALIFORNIA LEGISLATURE TO ENACT LEGISLATION CLARIFYING THE AREAS IN WHICH MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT MAY LEGISLATE. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD REQUESTING THE CALIFORNIA STATE LEGISLATURE TO ENACT LEGISLATION CLARIFYING THE AREAS IN WHICH MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENTS MAY LEGISLATE. City Administrator Farrell presented this resolution by title only, City Attorney Watson advised that in general this is a good resolution, but that it does not specify the support of any particular senate bill, even though it does relate to Senate Bill 4. City Administrator Farrell stated he had received a communication from the League of California Cities, notifying that they are in support of Assembly Bill 61 regarding Topless Dancing, and suggested that the Council take action in support of this bill also. • Following further discussion it was concurred by the Council that these two legislative matters be deferred until next meeting and a report prepared submitting information on the above-mentioned bills; and if possible the Council be furnished copies of said bills. 8. ROSEMEAD POOL SWIM TEAM REQUEST - ADDITIONAL COACH. Mr. Ralph Laudenslayer, Director of Recreation.and Parks, reported that a budget analysis was conducted, but anticipated expenses do not reflect any funds being available for additional personnel, and he has suggested that the Team members alternate days. Mr. Laudenslayer also pointed out that State regulations do not stipulate a specific numerical ratio of swimmers to guards and • it is the responsibility of the Guard/Instructure/Coach to limit the number of pool users if he feels this is required, The Council took no action on the above matter at this time. 9. ZAPOPAN CENTER - RECREATION EQUIPMENT REQUEST. Mr. Ralph Laudenslayer, Director of Recreation and Parks, requested authorization from the Council to purchase or lease a juke box and/or bumper pool table for 7_apopan Center. L Page Three C/C 3/11/69 Mr. Laudenslayer also advised that this could be done on a three-month trial basis if so desired by the Council, and if the City were to purchase the juke box on a lease basis they • would receive 50% of the profit. Following discussion it was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Taylor and unanimously carried, that the Director of Recreation and Parks be instructed to explore the possibility of a lease proposal for the juke box, in which the City would not receive a profit but at the same time would receive the maximum amount of use possible for the least amount of money expended. 10. PARK CONCESSION PROFIT POLICY. Mr. Ralph Laudenslayer, Director of Recreation and Parks, out- lined the present policy on waiver of park concession fees and listed the recommended change: • Exclusions - Fees waived for the following conditions: a) When all excess revenue is returned to the City of Rosemead; b) When increased recreation activities are provided for local participants as a direct result of a fund-raising program or activity; and The Director of Recreation and Parks shall require a letter from the organization certi- fying the above before fees are exempted. It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Taylor, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recommendation be approved and the proposal as submitted by the Director of Recreation and Parks be adopted. NEW BUSINESS 11. RESOLUTION N0. 69-14. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $38,415.39 AND DEMANDS NUMBERS 6638 - 6700. City Administrator Farrell presented this resolution by title only. It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Andersen, and carried, that further reading be waived and Resolution No. 69-14 be adopted. Roll Call vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None A brief discussion followed as to the amount of money being spent in connection with the attendance at seminars, conventions, etc, and the City Clerk was instructed to place this matter on the next Agenda so that a definite City policy can be established. 8. ROSEMEAD POOL SWIM TEAM REQUEST - ADDITIONAL COACH. This report and recommendation from the Director of Recreation and Parks was again taken up at this time. Page Four C/C 3/11/69 City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that there are no funds available at this time for an additional coach and it will be the responsibility of the Guard/Instructor/Coach to limit the number of pool users if necessary. At the • suggestion of Mr. Laudenslayer the Team members have begun alternating days. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Maude, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recommendation be approved as submitted by the Director of Recreation and Parks. Mrs. Sybil Minton, 4735 LaPresa Avenue, addressed the Council and asked that there not be a limit on the number of pool users, as she feels the swim program is a great asset to the recreation program of the City. Mr. Roy Revelles, 2567 N. Denton Avenue, stated that $50.00 had been donated to the City by the South Side Teen Club toward the purchase of a juke box, pool table, or other equipment needed at Zapopan Center. It was also their understanding that the . City would match their donation and questioned the Council on this matter. 12. RESOLUTION NO. 69-15. REGARDING ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY FROM STATE DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS. (E/S SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD). City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that by adopting this resolution it will give the City first opportunity to purchase this property, providing the cost is acceptable. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD REGARDING THE ACQUISITION OF A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND FROM THE STATE DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS. City Attorney Watson presented this resolution by title only and advised that the words "not for resale" should be inserted after the word "purposes" in Section 1, line three. It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Pike, and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and Resolution No. 69-15 be adopted. 1?. AWARD OF CONTRACT, - GARVEY PARK SPRINKLER SYSTEM. • City Administrator Farrell reported that (12) bids had been received for this project and the recommendation from the Director of Recreation and Parks is to award the contract to the low bidder, Biltmore"Sprinkler Co., in the amount of $20,700, excluding Alternates A (elimination of picnic area, providing valves only) and B (elimination of automatic fertilizer injection system). It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Taylor, and carried, that the foregoing recommendation be accepted and the contract awarded to the low bidder Biltmore Sprinkler Co. Roll Call vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None 14, REJECTION OF BIDS - ROSEMEAD PARK BARBEQUE CENTERS AND IDENTIFICATION WALL. City Administrator Farrell advised that (2) bids had been received on this project: (1) Masonry Engineers - $4800, and (2) Anthony Annotti - $5647, and since this exceeds the $3000 budgeted for said item the recommendation is to reject the bids and give authoriza- tion to readvertise with identification wall as Alternate A. Page Five C/C 3/11/69 it was mcvcd by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Peke, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recommendation be approved and the bids be rejected, • 15. PETITIONS FOR STREET LIGHTS - ALL SUFFICIENT AND SIGNED BY 60% OF THE FRONT FOOTAGE. A. EMERSON PLACE - BETWEEN ISABEL AVE. AND EVELYN AVE. B. EMERSON PLACE - BETWEEN JACKSON AVE. AND ISABEL AVE. C. KELBURN AVENUE - BETWEEN HELLMAN AVE. AND SAN BERNARDINO FREEWAY. It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Andersen, and unanimously carried, that we proceed with the installation of street lights at the above-mentioned locations. COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS 16. PLANNING COMMISSION - None. 17. TRAFFIC COMMISSION. A. CHARLOTTE AVE., SOUTH OF GARVEY AVE. - RESTRICTED PARKING. Traffic Engineer Envall advised the Council that the Commission recommended that 30 feet of restricted parking be placed on the west side of Charlotte Avenue and 25 feet of restricted parking be placed on the east side to aid turning movement into Garvey Avenue as well as off of Garvey Avenue at Charlotte Avenue. It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Maude; and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recommendation be approved. B. VALLEY BOULEVARD - FIRE STATION #42 - RED CURB. Traffic Engineer Envall advised the Council that the Commission recommended that 10 feet of red curb be placed east of and 10 feet west of the subject entrance driveway. • It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Taylor, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recommendation be approved. C. RESTRICTED PARKING - VARIOUS LOCATIONS. Traffic Engineer Envall advised the Council that the Commission recommended the placement of parking restrictions on one side of the below named streets: (a) Pine Street - that No Parking At Any Time be placed on the west side of Pine St. between Garvey and Graves Avenues. (b) Falling Leaf Avenue - that No Parking At Any Time be p ace on the east side of Falling Leaf Ave, between Garvey and Graves Avenues. (c) Newmark Avenue - that No Parking At Any Time be placed on the north side of Newmark Ave, from Falling Leaf Ave. to Denton Ave. (f) Bentel Avenue - that No Parking At Any Time be placed on the north si e of Bentel Ave, between Rosemead Blvd, and Ivar Ave, with an off-set centerline to the north. Page Six C/C 3/11/69 It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Taylor, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recommendation be approved. • D. STRATHMORE AVENUE AND GARVEY AVENUE - RESTRICTED PARKING. Traffic Engineer Envall advised the Council that the Commission recommended that an additional 20 feet of red curb markings be placed on the east side of Strathmore Avenue from the existing red curb markings; a total of 35 feet. It is also recommended that 20 feet of red curb markings be placed on the west side of Strathmore Avenue, south of Garvey Avenue. It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Maude, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recommendation be approved. E. RIO HONDO AVE. AND STEELE STREET; RIO HONDO AVE. AND RALPH STREET - BOULEVARD STOPS. • Traffic Engineer Envall advised the Council that after investiga- tion of the above intersections the Commission recommended that no additional boulevard stops be placed at this time. It is recommended, however, that the matter of excessive speeds be referred to the Sheriff's office for selective enforcement and also that 50 feet of double centerline striping be placed on Rio Hondo Avenue'at its approaches to Ralph Street, Guess Street and Steele Street. Councilman Andersen indicated that he felt this should be studied further by the Traffic Commission, as to the safety precaution, as there have been several near-miss accidents in the area; and possibly the City could initiate the enforcement of sidewalks, if necessary. It was brought out in discussion that the City has an Ordinance which prohibits any obstructions in the public right-of-way, including any ground plantings such as Ivy, etc. Mr. Steve Street, Administrative Assistant, stated he would personally contact the appropriate property owners notifying them of the City Ordinance, and hopefully alleviate this hazard. . It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Maude, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recommendation be approved, with the understanding that this matter be studied further. F. RIO HONDO AVENUE AND ROSE STREET - BOULEVARD STOPS. Traffic Engineer Envall advised the Council that the Commission recommended that boulevard stops be placed on Rose Street at the east and west approaches to Rio Hondo Avenue. It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Maude, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recommendation be approved. G. 4128 TEMPLE CITY BOULEVARD - RESTRICTED PARKING. is Traffic Engineer Envall advised the Council that the Commission recommended that red curb markings be placed on the east side of Temple City Boulevard, commencing at the commercial drive in front of the premises 4130 and extending southerly for 4; feet through an unused driveway and then 10 feet south of this driveway. It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Pike, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recommendation be approved. Page Seven C/C 3 /11 /69 0 H. GARVEY AVENUE AND GLADYS AVENUE - RESTRICTIVE TURN. Traffic Engineer Envall advised the Council that the Commission recommended that the westerly driveway of the Beach's Market • complex, adjacent to the drugstore, be restricted to a right turn only, properly posted and painted. It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Maude, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recommendation be approved. COMMUNICATIONS 18. A. CITY OF ARCADIA. City Administrator Farrell presented this communication endorsing vigorous enforcement of regulations for control of water pollution and urging that regulations be strengthened where necessary. • This communication was ordered received and filed. B. CITY OF INGLEWOOD. City Administrator Farrell presented this communication in opposition to the latest court consolidation plan submitted to the State Legislature as Assembly Bill 238. This communication was ordered received and filed. C. CITY OF STANTON. City Administrator Farrell presented this communication requesting the Southern California Assn. of Governments to include in its proposed study of the air traffic needs of the Southern California Metropolitan Area a study of the feasibility of an off-shore airport; and urging the Board of Supervisors of Orange County to request the same. This communication was ordered received and filed. D. CITY OF TORRANCE. • City Administrator Farrell presented this communication urging support of Senate Bill 4 introduced in the 1969 Session of the State Legislature by Senator H. L. Richardson which will assure predictability of the law and return a degree of control to local jurisdiction. This communication was ordered received and filed. E. LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES. City Administrator Farrell presented this communication giving notification of the Mayors' and Councilmen's Legislative Institute to be held April 14-16, 1969, at the El Dorado Hotel in Sacramento. The Council was advised to contact the City Clerk as to who will be in attendance at this meeting. F. CALIFORNIA CONTRACT CITIES ASSOCIATION. City Administrator Farrell presented this communication giving notification of a meeting to be held Wednesday, March 19, 1969, at the Tudor Inn in Norwalk. The Council was advised to contact the City Clerk if reservations are desired. Page Eight C/C 3/11/69 G. DON BOSCO TECHNICAL INSTITUTE. City Administrator Farrell presented this communication advising that from 1:00 p.m, to 5:00 p.m, on Sunday, March 23rd, there • will be an Open House and Science Fair for the general public. This communication was ordered received and filed. 20. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS. Councilman Maude discussed briefly the problem of air pollution and whether anything can or is being done about offensive odors, etc. Mr. Steve Street, Administrative Assistant, informed the Council that he had received a communication advising that under the provisions of the Health and Safety Code obnoxious and offensive odors are illegal, but the problem is in the enforcement. • City Administrator Farrell presented a communication from the San Gabriel Valley Legal Aid Society on behalf of Mrs.Olga Burdick, requesting that her curb and gutter assessment in the amount of $229.00 be paid in installments. The property is located at 3198 Delta Avenue and her monthly income is $161.00. It was moved by Councilmen Taylor, second by Councilman Maude, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing request be granted and the staff authorized to proceed with the assessment on an installment basis. Mayor Whiddon reported that Councilman Taylor, Mr. Steve Street and himself had attended a meeting this morning with the Board of Supervisors concerning the cost increase of law enforcement. He advised the Council that another meeting would be held next Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. and expressed a desire to have all Councilman attend if possible. City Attorney Watson advised the Council of the action taken by the District Court of Appeals relating to the Condemnation Case for City Hall site, and stated that another court trial would • be held, but that no date has been set. 19. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE. A. Mr. E.H. Hollinshead, 2627 N. Brighton Avenue, addressed the Council and questioned whether the problem of parked cars on his street could be alleviated as it is impossible for the street sweeper to clean his street. B. Mr. Paul Davila, 3114 N. Charlotte Avenue, member of the South Side Teen Club, questioned what would become of the $50 donated by their club now that the City is going to lease a juke box rather than purchase one. C. Mr. Roy Rovelles, 2567 N. Denton Avenue, stated there is • adequate space for both a punching bag and boxing equipment at Zapopan Center and suggested that the $50 donated be put towards the purchase of either of these items. D. The following persons appeared before the Council and expressed concern over the recent dismissal of Recreation Leader Roy Revelles, and requested that reconsideration be given to this matter: Mr. Jim Salazar; 2644 N. Earle Avenue Mr. Rudolph Lopez, 7618 Wellsford Avenue, Whittier Mr. Edward Hernandez, employed with Garvey Schoo! District. Xr, Salvador Rios, teacher at Rosemead Adult Education. • • 0 Page Nine C/C 3/11/69 There being no further business the Mayor adjourned the meeting at 10:30 o'clock p.m. CITY CLERIC -W11 t-AJLejr1~1- ~ - MAYOR •