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CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
CITY COUNCIL
Minutes of November 20, 1967
A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of
Rosemead was held in the Council Chambers, 3018 Charlotte
Avenue. The meeting was called to order by Mayor
Andersen at 8:02 o'clock p.m.
CALL TO ORDER
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Maude.
The Invocation was delivered by the Reverend Paul Hershey
of the Community Methodist Church.
2. ROLL CALL
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Present: Councilmen: Andersen, Lowrey, Maude, Whiddon.
Absent: Councilmen: Jackman.
Ex officio: Armstrong, Farrell, Street, Watson.
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: NOVEMBER 14, 1967 - REGULAR MEETING.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman
Whiddon, and unanimously carried, that the minutes of
November 14, 1967 be approved as printed.
Mayor Andersen introduced Mildred Janson, Principal of
Marshall School, the-Marshall School Student Council,
and Mr. Harold Nichols, group advisor. Mr. Nichols
advised the Council that this group functions in much
the same fashion as the City's Traffic and Safety
Commission. Mr. Nichols introduced the members of the
Student Council.
• 4. ORAL COMMUN.I.CATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE.
Howard\"Young, 8042 Garvey Avenue advised the Council that
he is improving his property and is therefore required
to upgrade his parking area. He requested a 6 month
extension of time for the required parking area improve-
ment.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman
Lowrey, and unanimously carried, that upon receipt of
owner's written guarantee to meet parking lot improve-
ment requirements that a six month time extension be
granted.
Alice Ferl, representing the Beautification Committee
presented a check in the amount of $4,306.32 to the City
to be used for the proposed fountain at the new City Hall.
attention to the
Boulevard between
Jim Olden, 3813 Muscatel Avenue, made inquiry regarding
sidewalk installation on Muscatel Avenue and called
Ivar Avenue and Muscatel Avenue.
many left turn violations on Valley
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
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5. CONFIRMATION OF ASSESSMENTS. CHARLOTTE AVENUE, BOTH
SIDES, DOROTHY STREET TO PARK STREET.
City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that
assessments for this project total $8,314.71.
• 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
8:20 o'clock p.m. No one responded and the hearing
closed immediately.
RESOLUTION NO. 67-91. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE
STREET SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT AND ASSESSMENTS THEREIN
(CHARLOTTE AVENUE, BOTH SIDES, DOROTHY STREET TO PARK
STREET).
Attorney Watson presented this resolution by title only.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman
10 Lowrey, and unanimously carried, that Resolution No. 67-92
be adopted.
CONFIRMATION OF ASSESSMENTS. CHARLOTTE AVENUE, EAST
SIDE, GARVEY AVENUE TO PARK STREET.
City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that
assessments for this project total $1,471.74.
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
8:21 o'clock p.m. No one responded and the hearing
closed immediately.
• RESOLUTION N0. 67-92. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE
STREET SUPERINTENDENTS REPORT AND ASSESSMENTS THEREIN
(CHARLOTTE AVENUE, EAST SIDE, GARVEY AVENUE TO PARK
STREET)
Attorney Watson presented this resolution by title only.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman
V!hiddon, and unanimously carried, that Resolution No.
67-92 be adopted.
7. STREET IMPROVEMENTS, GARVEY AVENUE, NORTH SIDE, SAN
GABRIEL BOULEVARD TO CHARLOTTE AVENUE. CURBS, GUTTERS,
DRIVEWAY APRONS, SIDEWALKS AND TREES.
City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that a
petition has been filed representing 70% of the front
footage.
Mayor Andersen requested anyone wishing to be heard to
please stand and be sworn.
The oath was administered by City Clerk Armstrong.
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Mayor Andersen declared the public hearing open at 8:22
o'clock p.m.
0. H. Weatherby, 815 East Valley Boulevard, San Gabriel,
owner of 3205 Garvey Avenue, addressed the Council in
opposition to this proposed improvement.
Mayor Andersen declared the public hearing closed at
8:30 o'clock p.m.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman
Lowrey, and unanimously carried, that this improvement
proceed.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
3. ORDINANCE 11 0. 222. CHANGE OF ZONE, R-2 TO C-3-D.
BEACH GROCERY COMPANY. SECOND READING.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD CHANGING THE ZONE
OF CERTAIN PROPERTY FROM ZONE R-2 TO C-3-D AND AMENDING
THE MUNICIPAL CODE.
• Attorney Watson presented this ordinance by title only.
It was moved by Councilman Lowrey, second by Councilman
Maude, and unanimously carried, that further reading
be waived.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman
Lowrey, that Ordinance No. 222 be adopted.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Lowrey, Maude, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen: Jackman.
ORDINANCE 140. 223. CHANGE OF ZONE, A-1 TO R-1. TUDOR
• LAND COMPANY. Second Reading.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD CHANGING THE ZONE OF
CERTA114 PROPERTY FROM ZONE A-1 TO R-) AND AMENDING THE
MUNICIPAL CODE.
Attorney Watson presented this ordinance by title only.
It was moved by Mayor Andersen, second by Councilman
Maude, and unanimously carried, that further reading be
waived.
It was moved by Councilman Lowrey, second by Councilman
Whiddon, that Ordinance No. 223 be adopted.
Roll call vote as follows:
S AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Lowrey, Maude, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen: Jackman.
10. ORDINANCE NO. 224. AMENDING MUNICIPAL CODE RE POSTING
NOTICES. Second Reading.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD CHANGING THE ADDRESS
OF THE PUBLIC PLACES FOR POSTING NOTICES AND AMENDING THE
MUNICIPAL CODE.
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Attorney Watson presented this ordinance by title only.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman
!aIhiddon, and unanimously carried, that further reading
be waived.
It was moved by Councilman Lowrey, second by Councilman
• Whiddon, that Ordinance No. 224 be adopted.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Lowrey, Maude, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen: Jackman.
11. ORDINANCE NO. 225. AMENDING MUNICIPAL CODE WITH RESPECT
TO WASTE. Second Reading.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD AMENDING THE ROSEMEAD
MUNICIPAL CODE WITH RESPECT TO WASTE.
Attorney Watson presented this ordinance by title only.
• It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman
Lowrey, and unanimously carried, that further reading be
waived.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman
Ndhiddon, that Ordinance No. 225 be adopted.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Lowrey, Maude, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen: Jackman.
12. FORMATION OF VALLEY BOULEVARD BEAUTIFICATION DISTRICT.
Attorney Watson outlined the various steps necessary to
• the formation of the district.
Bob Angles, 9147 Valley Boulevard, addressed the Council
in opposition to the formation of a district and question-
ing the validity of the petition.
RESOLUTION NO. 67-93. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ROSEKiEAD FINDING THAT OWNERS OF MORE THAN
SIXTY PER CENT (60%) OF THE AREA OF PROPERTY TO BE
INCLUDED IN ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NUMBER 1 HAVE PETITIONED
FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF IMPROVEMENTS IN SAID DISTRICT
AND HAVE 14AIVED PROCEEDINGS UNDER THE "SPECIAL ASSESSF•iENT
INVESTIGATION, LIMITATION MAJORITY PROTEST ACT OF 1931,"
BEING DIVISION 4 OF THE STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE.
Attorney Watson presented this resolution in full.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman
Lowrey, that Resolution No. 67-93 be adopted.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Lowrey, Maude, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen: Jackman.
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RESOLUTION N0. 67-94. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD APPOINTING SUPERINTENDENT OF STREETS
TO PERFORM THE DUTIES OF THE SUPERINTENDENT OF STREETS FOR
THE PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS TO BE HAD AND TAKEN UNDER. THE
PROVISIONS OF THE IMPROVEMENT ACT OF 1911, DIVISION 7 OF
THE STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA.
• Attorney Watson presented this resolution by title only
and briefly explained its contenti
it was moved by Councilman Maudej. second by Councilman
bdhiddon, that Resolution No. 67-94 be adopted.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Lowrey] Maude, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None,'
ABSENT: Councilmen: Jackman.
RESOLUTION NU. 67-95. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ORDERING THE SUPERINTENDENT OF.
STREETS TO FURNISH THE COUNCIL 144TH PLANSi SPECIFICATIONS
AND COST ESTIMATES (ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. t.):
. Attorney Watson presented this resolution by title only
and briefly explained its content.
It was moved by Councilman ',ghiddon, second by Councilman
Lowrey, that Resolution No. 67-95 be adopted.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Lowrey, Maude, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen: Jackman.
RESOLUTION NO. 67-96. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ACCEPTING THE PROPOSAL OF
LAURENCE J. THOMPSON, INC., TO ACT AS ASSESSMENT ENGINEERS
FOR THE PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS ON VALLEY BOULEVARD IN THE
CITY OF ROSEMEAD (ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NUMBER 1), TO BE
• HAD AND TAKEN UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF THE IMPROVEMENT ACT
OF 1911, DIVISION 7 OF THE STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE OF
THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA.
Attorney Watson presented this resolution by title only
and briefly explained its content.
It was moved by Councilman Lowrey, second by Councilman
Whiddon, that Resolution No. 67-96 be adopted.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Lowrey, Maude, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen: Jackman.
It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman
• Maude, and unanimously carried, that the Council continue
their policy of a maximum of $30.00 per lineal foot of
frontage to the property owners in this district.
13. REPORT ON NEADERHISER PROPOSAL.
City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that-
Mr. and Mrs, deaderhiser had contacted him and stated
they would like to withdraw their offer.
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Following discussion, it was moved by Councilman Maude,
second by Councilman Whiddon, that the City purchase
the Neaderhiser property for $20,500.00;-owner to furnish
policy to title insurance.
Roll tali vote as follows:
• AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Lowrey, Maude, !~Ihiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen: Jackman.
City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that
general fund money will be advanced as a loan to the
186 Gas Tax Funds for the purchase of this property.
Mayor Andersen declared the meeting recessed to a personnel
session. Meeting recessed at 9:14 o'clock p.m.
Mayor Andersen reconvened the meeting at 9:29 o'clock p.m.
14. APPOINTMENT OF HISTORICAL SOCIETY COMMITTEE.
.Mayor Andersen stated he would like to appoint the
following to the Historical Society Committee:
Opal-,Davis
Noah Stump
Harry Buchanan
Gretchen Galceran
Margaret Watson
Isabel Putnam
Florence Berg
Mel Cantor
Barbara Wight
Steve Street
ivallace Jackman
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman
Lowrey, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing
• appointments be ratified.
15. RESETTING PUBLIC HEARINGS. ZONE CHANGE CASES 28 AND 31.
Mayor Andersen ordered public hearings for Zone Change
Cases Numbers 28 and 31 set for December 12, 1967.
16. REPORT ON DECORATING CITY HALL CHRISTMAS TREE.
City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that
whether the City or a Contractor decorated the tree
electrical connections must be provided. Discussion
with the City Hall Contractor indicated the necessary
arrangements will cost approximately $275.00.
City Administrator Farrell presented a report showing
that basic materials only would cost $394.15 if the City
handles the decoration. This figure does not include
rental of boom-truck, Mr. Farrell further advised the
Council that a Display Company would provide decorations,
installation, maintenance, and removal for $500.00 for
the first year and $425.00 each year thereafter.
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Following discussion, it was moved by Councilman Whiddon,
second by Councilman Maude, that the Council approve the
decoration of the City Hall Christmas-Tree by the Display
Company for a fee of $500,.00 for 1967 and for $425.00
for 1968 at the option of the City.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Lowrey, Maude; A iddoni
NOES: Councilmen: None:
ABSENT.: Councilmen: Jackmani
NEW BUSINESS
IT, RESOLUTION N0; 67-97: CLAIMS AND DEMANDS;
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY Of ROSEMEAD
ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF
$19,988.29 DEMANDS NUiiBERS 4442 THROUGH 4430,
City Administrator Farrell presented this resolution by
title only.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman
b~Ihiddon, thaf Resolution No. 67-97 be adopted.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Lowrey, Maude, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen: Jackman.
18, ORDINANCE'NO, 226. RE STAMP TAX ON SALE OF REAL PROPERTY.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD IMPOSING A REAL
PROPERTY TRANSFER TA;: ON THE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY.
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It was moved by Mayor AndersenJ, second by Councilman
laude, and unanimously carried, that further reading
• be waived.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman
Whiddon, that Ordinance No. 226 be introduced.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Lowrey, Maude, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen; Jackman.
COMMISSION RECOMMEidDATIONS
19, None.
• COMMITTEE REPORTS
20, None,
COMMUIN I CAT I DNS
21. A, ALICE FERL.
City Administrator Farrell presented this communication
requesting the Council reconsider the naming of John
Guess Park.
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B. MABEL D. WHIPPLE.
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City Administrator Farrell presented this communication
urging the Council to rescind the "No Parking" restrictions
on the west side of Rosemead Boulevard between Marshall
Street and Glendon Way.
Frank !,,'hippie, 0852 Marshall Street,
Carolyn Winston, 3629 Rosemead Boulevard, and
Mr. '1,1. J. Hentschel, 3613 Rosemead Boulevard,
addressed the Council regarding this matter.
Mayor Andersen referred this
Farrell and Traffic Engineer
next meeting.
matter to City Administrator
Envall for report at the
C. ALHAMBRA CITY SCI-TOOLS.
City Administrator Farrell presented this request to
consolidate a bond election with the General Municipal
Election April 9, 1968. Mr. Farrell also presented a
request from the City Clerk that this matter be deferred
to the next meeting.
Mayor Andersen ordered this matter deferred to the next
meeting.
D. MARVIN BRAUDE.
City Administrator Farrell presented this communication
regarding a resolution Mr. Braude had introduced in the
Los Angeles City Council regarding automotive exhaust
emissions.
E. NATIONAL SAFETY COUNCIL.
City Administrator Farrell presented this request for the
Council to adopt a safety resolution with regard to the
• Holiday Season.
RESOLUTION NO. 67-908. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
,OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD REGARDING SAFE DRIVING.
It was moved by igayor Andersen, second by Councilman
Maude, and unanimously carried, that Resolution No.
67-98 be adopted.
F. COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES PUBLIC LIBRARY.
City Administrator Farrell presented this communication
requesting Governor Reagan to include the full sum of
$5,600,000. in the 1968/69 budget for the funding of the
Public Services Library Act.
• G. LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES. (Not on agenda)
City Administrator Farrell presented this notice of the
December 7 Board of Directors meeting.
H. LIEUTENANT ROBERT HOLDER RETIREMENT DINNER. (Not on agenda)
City Administrator Farrell presented this invitation to
attend the retirement dinner for Lieutenant Robert Holder
or' the Sheriffs Department to be held December 8.
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RESOLUTION N0. 67-99. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD HONORING LIEUTENANT ROBERT HOLDER
ON THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE SHERIFF'S
DEPARTMENT.
It was moved by Councilman Lowrey, second by Councilman
Maude, and unanimously carried, that Resolution Not
67799 be adopted.
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22. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE.
Mr. Fred Rose, 815 Bilton May, San Gabriel, owner of
4,,'eekes Department Store, 0250 Garvey Avenue, addressed the
Council regarding the lack of street lighting on Charlotte
Avenue south of Garvey Avenue, and requesting additional
policing in the area.
23, MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS.
A. Mayor Andersen requested the Council establish a
policy with regard to testimonial dinners.
It was moved by Mayor Andersen, second by Councilman
iviaude, and unanimously carried, that it be established
as City policy that no City funds be expended for
testimonial dinners without prior City Council approval.
B. Mayor Andersen requested that the Councilmen submit
the names of those officials they would like to have
invited to the City Hall Cornerstone Ceremony.
Following discussion, the Council concurred that City
Administrator Farrell should send formal invitations to
all our elected federal, state and county officials and
to the Councils of neighboring cities as soon as possible
to provide sufficient time to be worked into their
schedules.
Mayor Andersen requested Councilman Maude to serve as
41 temporary Chairman and to call a meeting of this
Committee.
C. The Council requested City Administrator Farrell and
Traffic Engineer Envall to check the striping on Valley
Boulevard from Ivar Avenue to Muscatel Avenue and consider
the possibility of raised berms.
D. Councilman iviaude requested an accounting of the
etty Cash Fund and the Revolving Fund be included in
the Council's agenda packets.
It was moved by Councilman Lowrey, second by Councilman
• Whiddon, and unanimously carried, that the meeting
adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 10;36 o'clock p.m.
MAYOR CITY CLERK
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