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CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
CITY COUNCIL
Minutes of May 9, 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 3:02 o'clock p.m.
41 1. CALL TO ORDER
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Andersen.
The invocation was delivered by the Reverend Virgil
Dickman of the Rosemead Mission Covenant Church.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmen: Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey,
Maude, Whiddon.
Absent: Councilmen: None.
Ex officio: Armstrong, Farrell, Foutz, Hersh, Street,
Watson.
IS# 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: APRIL 23, 1967 - REGULAR MEETING.
MAY 2, 1967 - ADJOURNED MEETING.
It was moved by Councilman Jackman, second by Councilman
Lowrey, and carried, that the minutes of April 28, 1967 and
May 2, 1967 be approved as printed.
4. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE.
A. Robert Maxwell, 8636 Mission Drive, presented the
objectives of the Victory In Vietnam Instead of Defeat
Committee and presented a proclamation for consideration
by the Council.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman
Dhiddon, that the week of May 29 to June 4 be proclaimed
is Support Our Servicemen Week.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey,
Maude, Whiddon.
HUES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen: None.
B. Frank A. Quattrocchi, 3117 Garvey Avenue, addressed
the Council regarding damage to his trash container
which he attributes to Modern Service Company.
Attorney Watson advised Mr. Quattrocchi to put his claim
in writing and file with the City so a determination can
• be made as to whether or not a further investigation is
required.
C. Robert Green, 7537 Melrose Avenue expressed his
opinion regarding the damage to Mr. Quattrocchi's
container.
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D. Chris Pavone, 9312 Glendon Way, representing the
Rosemead Youth Association addressed the Council
regarding an action of the Park Board with respect
to concession fees.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
• 5. None.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
6. ORDINANCE NO. 205. PARKWAY CLEARANCE ORDINANCE. FIRST
READING.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD REGULATING THE USE
OF THE CITY PARKWAYS AND AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE.
Attorney Watson presented this ordinance by title only.
It was moved by Councilman Jackman, second by Councilman
Lowrey, and unanimously carried, that further reading be
waived.
It was moved by Councilman Jackman, second by Council-
man Maude, that Ordinance No. 205 be introduced.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen,'~Jackman, Lowrey,
Maude, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen: None.
7. ORDINANCE NO. 206. ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO COUNTY
ORDINANCE NO. 5860.
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ADOPTING BY
REFERENCE, PURSUANT TO SECTION 50022.2 OF THE GOVERN-
MENT CODE, ORDINANCE NO. 5860 OF THE COUNTY OF LOS
a ANGELES ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE REGULATING AND LICENS-
ING BUSINESSES AND OTHER ACTIVITIES," AS AMENDED TO
APRIL 1, 1967, AND AMENDING THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL
CODE.
Attorney Watson presented this ordinance by title.only.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman
Vdhiddon, and unanimously carried, that further reading
be waived.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman
Whiddon, that Ordinance No. 206 be introduced and public
hearing be set for June 13, 1967.
Roll call vote as follows:
• AYES: Councilmen: Andersen', Jackman, Lowrey,
Maude, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen: None.
NEW BUSINESS
8. RESOLUTION NO. 67-37. 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
$16,276.41 DEMANDS NUMBERS 3580 THROUGH 3626.
City Treasurer Foutz presented this resolution by title
only.
City Administrator Farrell presented a billing for the
• Paul Gardner Corporation totaling $13,624. representing
60% completion. There would be a 10% retention pursuant
to contract.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman
Lowrey, that Resolution No. 67-37 be adopted and the
60% completion payment,.for Paul Gardner Corporation be
approved.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey,
Maude, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen: None..
• 9. RESOLUTION NO. 67-38. COMMENDING ARTHUR E. DANNER.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
COMMENDING ARTHUR E. DANNER.
Mayor Andersen presented this resolution in full.
It was moved by Councilman Lowrey, second by Councilman
Maude, that Resolution No. 67-30 be adopted.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey,
Maude, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen: None.
• 10. RESOLUTION N0. 67-39. COMMENDING EARL E. COLL.INS.
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
COMMENDING EARL E. COLLINS.
Mayor Andersen presented this resolution in full.
It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman
Lowrey, that Resolution No. 67-39 be adopted.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey,
Maude, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen: None.
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11. DISCUSSION OF HAYES' BILL, JIM ABERNATHY, RAPID TRANSIT
DISTRICT. (Also see page 5.)
James Abernathy, 371 San Gabriel Court, Sierra Madre,
addressed the Council requesting adoption of a resolution
opposing ACR 40 and AB 2306.
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Following considerable discussion, Attorney Watson was
instructed to prepare a resolution opposing ACR 40 and
AB 2306 for consideration later in the meeting.
12. FIREWORKS PERMIT APPLICATIONS.
City Administrator Farrell presented the following list
of applicants for fireworks permits:
Rosemead Woodcraft Rangers
Boy Scouts of America Troop 31E
Rosemead Youth Association
Rosemead Enterprises
Boy Scouts of America Troop 59E
Rosemead Jaycee's
Optimist Club of Rosemead
Optimist Club South San Gabriel
Mr. Farrell recommended approval of all applications
with the exception of Boy Scout Troop 318 which should
be held over to the next meeting due to a technicality.
It was moved by Councilman Jackman, second by Council-
man Lowrey, and unanimously carried, that all fireworks
applications, with the exception of Boy Scout Troop 318
be approved.
13. AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS. GARVEY PARK
CONCESSION STAND.
Park Director Laudenslayer requested authorization to
advertise for bids for the permanent concession stand
at Garvey Park for 1967. Bid to call for 10% of gross
to be returned to City.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman
Lowrey, and unanimously carried,that the Council
authorize advertising for bids for the operation of the
concession stand at Garvey Park.
• COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS
14. None.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
15. CITY SEAL COMMITTEE (Not on agenda)
City Administrator Farrell presented the latest
rendering of the proposed City seal to the Council
for their recommendations.
Council recommended that "Rosemead" be across top of
seal in legible print, "City of" to be omitted and
Latin to be replaced with English.
• COMMUNICATIONS
16. A. CITY OF EL MONTE.
City Administrator Farrell presented this resolution
requesting Route 243 be added to the Interstate System.
RESOLUTION NO. 67-40. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, URGING THAT THE
STATE OF CALIFORNIA AND THE BUREAU OF PUBLIC ROADS CONSIDER
THE ADDITION OF ROUTE 243 IN THE INTERSTATE SYSTEM.
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It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman
Lowrey, and unanimously carried, that Resolution No.
67-40 be adopted.
B. OFFICE OF THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY.
City Administrator Farrell presented this request to
designate June 5-9 as "Law Enforcement Recognition
• Week" and submit the names of two citizens for recogni-
tion for their contributions to effective law enforce-
ment in the community.
It was moved by Councilman iJaude, second by Councilman
Lowrey, and unanimously carried, that June 5-9 be
designated "Law Enforcement Recognition Week".
Mayor Andersen requested Councilmen to submit names
for recognition to City Administrator Farrell.
C. F. E. Quirk.
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City Administrator Farrell presented this letter of
appreciation.
D. ARTHUR E. MAUDE.
City Administrator Farrell presented in full this letter
of resignation from the Beautification Committee.
It was moved by Councilman Lowrey, second by Councilman
ltiIhiddon, and unanimously carried, that the Council
accept this resignation with regret and a plaque be
prepared for Dr. Arthur Maude.
Mayor Andersen requested item 11 be brought back for
consideration at this time.
DISCUSSION OF Hr"-•,YES' BILL, JIM ABERNATHY, RAPID TRANSIT
DISTRICT.
RESOLUTION NO. 67-41. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD OPPOSING ACR 40 AND AB 2306.
Attorney Watson presented this resolution.
It was moved by Councilman Lowrey second by Councilman
Andersen, that Resolution No. 67-j.1 be adopted.
Roll.call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey,
Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: Maude.
ABSENT.: Councilmen: None.
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ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE.
None.
li;. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS.
A. ORDINANCE NO. 207. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, CONSENTING TO ESTABLISH-
MENT OF A PORTIO! OF SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD AND A PORTION OF
RUSH STREET 11lITHIN SAID CITY AS A PART OF THE SYSTEM OF
COUNTY HIGHWAYS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES.
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Attorney Watson presented this ordinance by title only.
It was moved by Councilman isiaude, second by Councilman
Jackman, and unanimously carried, that further reading
be waived. it was moved by Councilman Lowrey, second by Councilman
Maude, that ordinance No. 207 be.introduced.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Jackman,%Lowrey,
Maude, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen: None.
B. City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that
preliminary appraisals are necessary on 3 properties
on Walnut Grove Avenue between the San Bernardino
Freeway and Garvey Avenue for the proposed street
widening.
It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman
• Lowrey, and unanimously carried, that the Council
authorize the City Administrator to order preliminary
appraisals on these three parcels by Harrison Baker, Jr.
C. Attorney Watson advised the Council that the defendants
in the City Hall site acquisition have filed an appeal with
the District Court of Appeals.
D. Mayor Andersen stated he would like to reappoint
Stuart Maude to the Economic Development Committee.
It was moved by Councilman Lowrey, second by Councilman
Whiddon, and unanimously carried,"that the foregoing
appointment be ratified.
E. Mayor Andersen stated he would like to reappoint
the Economic Development Committee as it now exists.
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It was moved by Councilman Maude, second by Councilman
Lowrey, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing
appointment be ratified.
It was moved by Councilman Lowrey, second by Councilman
Whiddon, and unanimously carried, that the meeting
adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 9:43 O'clock p.m.
MAYOR CITY CLERK
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