CC - 10-29-68 - Adjourned MeetingCITY OF ROSEMEAD
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
CITY COUNCIL
Minutes of October 29, 1968
An adjourned 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
8:00 o'clock p.m.
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Taylor.
The Invocation was delivered by Councilman Andersen.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon.
Absent: Councilmen: None.
Ex officio: Byers, Farrell, Foutz, Hersh, Joehnck, Street.
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: October 8, 1968 - Regular Meeting
October 29, 1968 - Regular Meeting.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Pike,
and unanimously carried, that the minutes of October 8, 1968
and October 22, 1968 be approved as written.
0 4. ORAL COMMUNUATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE.
Lloyd Walters, 4211 Rio Hondo Avenue, addressed the Council
regarding the Halloween Parade.
SPECIAL PRESENTATION (Not on agenda)
RESOLUTION N0. 68-95. HONORING LOUISE KLINGER.
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD HONORING LOUISE KLINGER.
Attorney Joehnck presented this resolution in full.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Taylor,
and unanimously carried, that Resolution No. 68-95 be adopted.
Mayor Whiddon presented this resolution to Louise Klinger.
PUBLIC HEARING
5. CONFIRMATION OF ASSESSMENTS. STEELE STREET, NORTH SIDE, 150 FEET
WEST TO IVAR AVENUE.
City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that assessments
for this project total $876.15.
Mayor Whiddon requested anyone wishing to be heard to please
stand and be sworn.
The Oath was administered by Deputy City Clerk Byers.
Mayor Whiddon declared the public hearing open at 8:13 o'clock p.m.
Mrs. Edith O'Reilly, owner of parcels 6,7, and 3 addressed the
Council regarding this improvement project.
Mayor Whiddon declared the public hearing closed at 8:20 o'clock p.m.
68-96
RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE STREET SUPERINTENDENT'S
REPORT AND ASSESSMENTS THEREIN (STEELE STREET, NORTH SIDE,
MUSCATEL AVENUE TO IV R AVENUE).
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Attorney Joehnck presented this resolution by title only.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Pike,
and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived and
Resolution No. 68-96 be adopted.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
o. ORDINANCE NO. 245. UNDERGROUND UTILITY ORDINANCE. SECOND
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ESTABLISHING REGULATIONS Ai,.'D
PROCEDURES FOR THE REMOVAL OF OVERHEAD UTILITY FACILITIES AND T!-:=
INSTALLATION OF UNDERGROUND FACILITIES IN UNDERGROUND UTILITY
DISTRICTS.
Attorney Joehnck presented this ordinance by title only.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen,
that further reading be'waived.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilman: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen: None
® 7. CITY CLERK'S DEPARTMENT HELP.
City Administrator Farrell requested that this matter be held over
so an evaluation can be prepared as to what type of help is
required.
Mayor'Whiddon ordered this item deferred to a later meeting.
8. ROSEMEAD PARK AND BALL DIAMOND LIGHTING COST REPORT.
Director of Recreation and Parks Laudenslayer presented this
report on the estimated costs for lighting.
Following discussion, it was moved by Councilman Maude, second by
Councilman Andersen, and unanimously carried, that the staff
proceed with obtaining an estimate of engineering costs for the
S ball diamond and internal lighting.
9. CITY OF TEMPLE CITY COMMUNICATION.
The Council concurred that they would like to see the following
changes in the California Contract Cities Association by laws:
1. That a list of voting delegates be supplied to the President
and all cities.
2. That Roberts Rules of Order be abided by.
3. That some determination be made regarding the inactive funds
that are drawing interest.
4. That a roll call vote be taken on all important actions.
10 5. That only agenda items be considered and that the agendas be
prepared three weeks in advance of the meetings to allow
the Councils wishes to be known to the voting delegates.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen,
and unanimously carried.that the City Attorney draft a resolution
for adoption at the next meeting incorporating these items.
Mayor Whiddon ordered item 21 considered at this time.
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21. TRAFFIC COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS.
A. MISSION DRIVE AND ENCINITA AVENUE,
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PARKING IMODIFICAT!ON.
Traffic Engineer Envall advised the Council that the Commissic
recommended modification of the existing striping and placempn-.-
of 5 additional car spaces on the south side of Mission Drive
at Encinita Avenue.
• It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Taylor,
unanimously carried, that the foregoing recommendation be apprc
B. MUSCATEL AVENUE. ADDITIONAL REGULATIONS.
Traffic Engineer Envall advised the Council that the Commissio7,
recommended that 50 feet of red curb markings be placed on..
the east side of Muscatel Avenue, extending southerly of the
first driveway north of Valley Boulevard and that red curb
markings be placed on the west side of Muscatel Avenue between
the first and second and between the second and third drives
north of Valley Boulevard.
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Anders-.-..
and unanimously carried that the foregoing recommendation be
approved.
C. IVAR AVENUE, SOUTH OF VALLEY BOULEVARD. RESTRICTED PARK!N:z_
Traffic Engineer Envall advised the Council that the Commission
recommended that 25 feet of red curb marking be placed on the
west side of Ivar Avenue from Valley Boulevard southerly.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Anderser.
and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recommendation be
approved.
D. WALNUT GROVE AVENUE AND RALPH STREET. "NOT A THROUGH STRFF
Traffic Engineer Envall advised the Council that the Commission
recommended that a "Not a Through Street" sign be placed on the
north side of Ralph Street at the west side of Walnut Grove Ave.-,.-_ It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen,
and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recommendation be
approved.
E. VALLEY BOULEVARD IN FRONT OF THE CITY HALL. SHORT TIME PA-7:-
Traffic Engineer Envall advised the Council that the Commission
recommended that three marked parallel parking spaces be place'
with 24 minute parking during the hours of 8:00 to 5:00 P.M.,
Saturday and Sunday excepted on the south side of Valley Boule,::r
at the City Hall frontage.
!t was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Maude, cn
unanimously carried, that the foregoing recommendation be approvcr'.
F. GLADYS AVENUE, CUL-DE-SAC SOUTH OF PARK STREET. RESTRIC','E^
PARKING.
Traffic Engineer Envall advised the Council that the Commission
recommended that red curb marking be installed on Gladys Avenur~
on the cul-de-sac south of Park Street.
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Pike, and
unanimously carried, that the foregoing recommendation be apprcx-'.
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NEW BUSINESS
10. RESOLUTION NO. 68-97. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS.
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $26,083.61
DEMANDS NUMBERS 6059-6108
City Treasurer Foutz presented this resolution by title only.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Andersen,
that further reading be waived, and Resolution No. 68-97 be
adopted.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilman: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilman: None.
ABSENT: Councilman; None.
DEDICATION OF ROAD EASEMENTS AND CLAIMS FOR PAYMENT. WALNUT GROVE
AVENUE.
A. MARTHA DENNIS AND NORMA ALKIRE.
B. WILLIAM A. JONES AND LOLA L. JONES.
City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that claims for
payment were Martha Dennis and Norma Alkire for $6,375.00 and
William A. and Lola L. Jones for $1,200.00.
Attorney Joehnck advised the Council that the dedications were
in order for acceptance.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen,.
that the Council accept the dedications and authorize payment
of these claims.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilman: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilman: None.
ABSENT: Councilman: None.
REPORT ON COSTS AND SETTING PUBLIC HEARING. HART STREET, WEST S!nc.
VALLEY BOULEVARD TO STEELE STREET.
City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that assessments for
this project total $811.35.
Mayor Whiddon ordered public hearing set for November 12, 1968.
AGREEMENT. GROUNDS MAINTENANCE OF COUNTY BUILDINGS.
City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that this agreement
is for the maintenance of the grounds of the County Library building.
Attorney Joehnck made some minor changes in the wording regarding
liability claims and suits.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Pike, and
unanimously carried, that the Council approve the revised
agreement and authorize the Mayor to execute if the County of
Los Angeles agrees to the changes.
CAPITAL OUTLAY TRANSFER.
Director of Recreation and Parks Laudenslayer recommended that
$455.00 be used to purchase 10 banquet tables for Zapopan
Community Center, rather than an "equipment shelter" for one of
our school playgrounds.
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It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Andersen,
that the foregoing recommendation be adopted.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilman: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilman: None
ABSENT: Councilman: None
15. DISPOSAL OF SURPLUS CITY COUNCIL FURNITURE.
City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that there is the
old Council diaz, two matching tables, and 2 matching shields,
that are not being used and requested authorization to advertise
for bids.
Following discussion, the Council concurred that this furniture
should be kept in the basement in the event two meetings are scheduled
for the same date.
16. PROPERTY SETTLEMENT, J. W. COPELAND YARDS,
Attorney Joehnch recommended that the Council accept the offer of
settlement proposed by the defendant.
® It was moved by Councilman Pike; second by Councilman Maude, that
the Council accept the settlement at the amount demanded by J. W.
Copeland Yards.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilman: Andersen, Maudej Pikej Taylor, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilman: None.
ABSENT: Councilman: None.
)j. ORDINANCE NO. 248. INDUSTRIAL ZONE SETBACK.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD REGULATING
INDUSTRIAL SETBACKS AND AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE.
A Attorney Joehnck presented this ordinance by title only.
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Maude, that
further reading be waived.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilrcei:i: None.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Pike,
that Ordinance No. 248 be introduced.
Roll call vote as follows:
O AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen: None.
18. ORDINANCE NO. 249. ORDINANCE REGULATING COMMERCIAL NON-THEATRE
FILM OPERATIONS.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD CHANGING
CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF THE FIRE CODE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD AND
AMENDING THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE.
Attorney Joehnck presented this ordinance by title only.
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman ,'indersen,
and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived.
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It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Pike, that
Ordinance No. 250 be introduced.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude; Pike; Taylor, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: CounciIrren: None.
Upon motion of Councilman Andersen, duly second by Councilman Pike,
and unanimously carried, it was moved that Ordinance No. 250 be
withdrawn for amendment and to be reintroduced at a subsequent
meeting.
20. RESOLUTION NO. 69-98. HONORING FOREIGN EXCHANGE STUDENT MICHAEL
PETER NORTON.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD WELCOMING
MICHAEL PETER NORTON OF PERAK, MALAYSIA.
Attorney Joehnck presented this resolution in full.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman ;Andersen,
and unanimously carried that Resolution No. 68-98 be adopted.
COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS
21. 'TRAFFIC COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS. See page 3.
COMMUNICATIONS
22. A. CITY OF MONTEREY PARK.
City Administrator Farrell presented this communication opposing
Proposition No. 9.
Communication received and filed.
B. LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES. (Not on agenda)
e City Administrator Farrell presented this notification that the
Board of Directors meeting will be held November 7, 1968..,
23. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE .
Doug Stone, Manager Rosemead Chamber of Commerce, on behalf of the
Chamber President, Board of Directors and himself, thanked the City
for their help on the Sister City project.
24. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS.
A. Councilman Maude commented on Rapid Transit.
B. Councilman Andersen advised the Council that the Rosemead
Community Thanksgiving Union Service will be held Wednesday evening
November 27, that this is a city wide project.
Mayor Whiddon advised the Council that he will issue a proclamation
supporting this project.
C. Councilman Pike made inquiry regarding the Valley Boulevard
lighting.
D. City Treasurer Foutz advised the Council that Jess Gonzales is
working on a project called "Operation Restroom" to raise funds to
install restrooms on the Rosemead High School field and had requested
the communities support..
It was moved by Councilman-Maude, second by Councilman Taylor, and
unanimously carried, that the Council and City family give this
project all the support they can.
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There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor
Whiddon declared the meeting adjourned. Meeting adjourned at
9:30 o'clock p.m..
MAYOR CITY CLERK
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It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Andersen,
that the foregoing recommendation be adopted.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen: None.
15. DISPOSAL OF SURPLUS CITY COUNCIL FURNITURE.
City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that there is the
old Council diaz, 2 matching tables, and 2 matching shields that
are not being used and requested authorization to advertise for
bids.
Following discussion, the Council concurred that this furniture
should be kept in the basement in the event two meetings are
scheduled for the same date.
16. PROPERTY SETTLEMENT. J. W. COPELAND YARDS.
Attorney Joehnck recommended that the Council accept the offer of
settlement proposed by the defendant.
It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Maude, that
the Council accept the settlement at the amount demanded by J. W.
Copeland Yards.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen: None.
17. ORDINANCE NO. 248. INDUSTRIAL ZONE SETBACK.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD REGULATING
INDUSTRIAL SETBACKS AND AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE.
Attorney Joehnck presented this ordinance by,title only.
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Maude,
that further reading be waived.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen: None.
it was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Pike,
that Ordinance No. 248 be introduced.
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Roll call vote as follows:
• AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen: None.
18. ORDINANCE NO. 249. ORDINANCE REGULATING COMMERCIAL NON-THEATRE
FILM OPERATIONS.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD CHANGING
CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF THE FIRE CODE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD AND
AMENDING THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE.
Attorney Joehnck presented this ordinance by title only.
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It was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Andersen,
and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived,
it was moved by Councilman Pike, second by Councilman Taylor,
that Ordinance No, 249 be introduced.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen: None.
19, ORDINANCE NO. 250. TAXI CAB BUSINESS LICENSING.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ESTABLISH-
ING FLEET LICENSES FOR TAXICAB COMPANIES AND AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL
CODE.
Attorney Joehnck presented this ordinance by title only.
It was moved by Councilman Taylor, second by Councilman Andersen,
and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Pike,
that Ordinance No, 250 be introduced.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Pike, Taylor, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen: None,
Upon motion of Councilman Andersen, duly second by Councilman Pike,
and unanimously carried, it was moved that Ordinance No, 250 be
withdrawn for amendment and to be reintroduced at a subsequent
meeting,
20, RESOLUTION NO. 68-98. HONORING FOREIGN EXCHANGE STUDENT MICHAEL
PETER NORTON,
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD WELCOMING
MICHAEL PETER NORTON OF PERAK, MALAYSIA,
Attorney Joehnck presented this resolution in full.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Andersen,
and unanimously carried, that Resolution No. 68-98 be adopted,
COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS
21, TRAFFIC COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS.
See page number 3.
COMMUNICATIONS
22. A. CITY OF MONTEREY PARK.
City Administrator Farrell
Proposition No. 9.
Communication received and
B. LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA C
City Administrator Farrell
Board of Directors meeting
presented this communication opposing
f i led,
(TIES, (Not on agenda)
presented this notification that the
will be held November 7, 1968.
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23. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE.
Doug Stone, Manager Rosemead Chamber of Commerce, on.behalf of the.
Chamber President, Board of Directors and himself, thanked the City
for their help on the Sister City project.
• 24. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS.
A. Councilman Maude commented on Rapid Transit.
B. Councilman Andersen advised the Council that the Rosemead
Community Thanksgiving Union Service will be held Wednesday evening
November 27, and that this is a city wide project.
Mayor Whiddon advised the Council that he will issue a proclamation
supporting this project.
C. Councilman Pike made inquiry regarding the Valley Boulevard
lighting.
D. City Treasurer Foutz advised the Council that Jess Gonzales
is working on a project called-"Operation Restroom" to raise
funds to install restrooms on the Rosemead High School field
and had requested the communities support.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman Taylor,
and unanimously carried, that the Council and City family give
this project all the support they can.
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There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor
Whiddon declared the meeting adjourned. Meeting adjourned at
9:30 o'clock p.m.
MAYOR CITY CLERK
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