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CC - 02-14-67CITY OF ROSEMEAD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA CITY COUNCIL Minutes of February 14, 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 Maude at 8:00 o'clock p.m. 0 1. CALL TO ORDER The Pledge of Allegiance was led by City Administrator Farrell The Invocation was delivered by the Reverend Dale Goodrich, of the First Baptist Church. 2. ROLL CALL Present: Councilmen: Andersen, Jackman, Maude, Whiddon. Absent: Councilmen: Lowrey. Ex officio: Armstrong, Farrell, Foutz, Hersh, Meyer, 14atson. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: JANUARY 10, 1967 - REGULAR MEETING. JANUARY 24; 1967 - REGULAR MEETING. It was moved by Councilman Jackman., second by Councilman Whiddon, that the minutes of January 10, 1967 and January 2ts1 1967 be approved as printed. Roll call vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Jackman, Maude, Whiddon. NOES: Councilmen: None. ABSENT: Councilmen: Lowrey. 4. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE. S Stanley Peterson, Garvey School District, 7661 Newmark Avenue addressed the Council requesting assistance from the City for a youth organization being formed by the Garvey-Rosemead Community Council. SPECIAL PRESEMTA.TIO 5. BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE AWARD. UNIVERSAL SAVINGS AND LOAN AND UNIVERSAL SQUARE. Mayor Maude joined Mr. Frank DiNoto on the floor level of the Council Chambers and presented the Beautification Award plaque on behalf of the Beautification Committee. . PUBLIC HEARINGS 6. VACATION OF PORT!ON Or NEWBY AVENUE. Mayor Maude requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand and be sworn. The Oath was administered by City Clerk Armstrong. ® • cc 2-14-67 . Mayor Maude declared the public hearing open at 8:12 o'clock p.m. Virginia Kirby, 9130 E. Newby Avenue, made inquiry regarding this proposed vacation. Mayor Maude declared the public hearing closed at 8:16 o'clock p.m. • RESOLUTION NO. 67-6. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ORDERING THE VACATION OF A PORTION OF NEWBY AVENUE. Attorney Watson presented this resolution by title only. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Jackman, that further reading be waived and Resolution No. 67-6 be adopted. Roll call vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: 'Andersen, Jackman, Maude, Whiddon. NOES: Councilmen: None. ABSENT: Councilmen: Lowrey. • 7. EXTENSION OF REQUIREMENTS OF ORDINANCE NO. 174. Attorney Watson advised the Council that portions of this ordinance could be extended for a one year period. Mayor Maude requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand and be sworn. No one responded. , Mayor Maude declared the public hearing open at 8:19 o'clock p.m. No one responded and the hearing closed immediately. ORDINANCE NO. 193. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD PROHIBITING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF SECOND HAND STORES AND. DOG KENNELS WITHIN THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, AND EXTENDING PORTIONS OF ORDINANCE NO. 174 FOR ONE YEAR. Attorney Watson presented this ordinance by title only. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Whiddon and unanimously carried, that further reading be waived. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Whiddon, that Ordinance No. 193 be adopted. Roll call vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Jackman, Maude, Whiddon. NOES: Councilmen: None. ABSENT: Councilmen: Lowrey. • 3. CONFIRMATION OF ASSESSMENTS, DELTA AVENUE, 3400 BLOCK. PARKWAY TREES. Councilman Jackman excused himself from consideration of this matter as a property owner in the area. City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that .assessments for this project total $104.00. Mayor Maude requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand and be sworn. No one responded. - 2 - cc 2-14-67 Mayor Maude declared the public hearing open at 8:22 o'clock p.m. No one responded and the hearing closed immediately. RESOLUTION NO. 67-7. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE STREET SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT AND ASSESSMENTS THEREIN (DELTA AVENUE, 3400 BLOCK) • Attorney Watson presented this resolution by title only. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Whiddon, that further reading be waived and Resolution No. 67-7 be adopted. Roll call vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Whiddon. NOES: Councilmen: None. ABSENT: Councilmen: Lowrey. ABSTAIN: Councilmen: Jackman. 9• STREET IMPROVEMENTS, VALLEY BOULEVARD, SOUTH SIDE, IVAR AVENUE TO MUSCATEL AVENUE. CURBS, GUTTERS, APRONS, • SIDEWALKS AND PARKWAY TREES. City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that a petition has been filed representing in excess of 60% of the front footage. Mayor Maude requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand and be sworn. The Oath was administered by City Clerk Armstrong. Mayor Maude declared the public hearing open at 8:25 o'clock p.m. Edith O'Reilly, 1239 Linda Flora Drive, Los Angeles, addressed the Council in protest to this improvement as co-owner of the property not represented on the • petition. Councilman Jackman excused himself from the meeting at 8:29 o'clock p.m. Mayor Maude declared the public hearing closed at 8:36 o'clock p.m. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Whiddon, that this improvement proceed. Roll call vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Whiddon. NOES: Councilmen: None. ABSENT: Councilmen: Jackman, Lowrey. • 10. STREET IMPROVEMENTS, CHARLOTTE AVENUE, EAST SIDE, DOROTHY STREET TO PARK STREET, CURBS, GUTTERS AND APRONS. City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that a petition has been filed representing 61.7% of the front footage. Mayor Maude requested anyone wishing to be heard to please stand and be sworn. - 3 - Eli CC 2-14-67 LIA The oath was administered by City Clerk Armstrong. Mayor Maude declared the public hearing open at 8:37 o'clock p.m. Fred Sandoval, Sr., 3217 Charlotte Avenue made inquiry regarding the west side of the street. • Mayor Maude declared the public hearing closed at 8:38 o'clock p.m. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman beIhiddon, and unanimously carried, that this improvement proceed. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 11. ORDINANCE NO. ADDING COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL TO REHABILITATION SECTION. City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that the City Attorney feels no further action is necessary in this matter. • 12. AWARDING CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF NEW CITY HALL. 13. AMENDMENT TO RUBBISH AGREEMENT. 14. DISCUSSION OF STATE RETIREMENT PROGRAM. Mayor Maude ordered the three foregoing items deferred until later in the meeting. 15. HEARING OFFICER REPORT. DANCE AND ENTERTAINMENT. A. YANKEE DOODLE. City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that the applicant had requested an additional 30 day extension • in order to comply with ordinance requirements and it was so ordered. NEW BUSINESS 16. ORDINANCE NO. 194. ESTABLISHING A JUVENILE LOITERING LAW. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ESTABLISHING A JUVENILE LOITERING LAW APPLICABLE TO PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF EIGHTEEN YEARS, AND AMENDING THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE. Attorney Watson presented this ordinance by title only. It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman Andersen, and unanimously carried, that further reading be • waived. It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman Andersen, that Ordinance No. 194 be introduced. Roll call vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, Whiddon. NOES: Councilmen: None. ABSENT: Councilmen: Jackman, Lowrey. 4 - cc 2-14-67 17 • RESOLUTION N0. 67-8 0 CLAIMS AND DEMANDS. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $45,003.86 DEMANDS NUMBERS 3188 THROUGH 3281. City Treasurer Foutz presented this resolution by title only. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Whiddon, that Resolution No. 67-8 be adopted. Roll call vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: NOES: Councilmen: ABSENT: Councilmen: 18. HEARING OFFICER REPORTS Andersen, Maude, Whiddon. None. Jackman, Lowrey. DANCE AND ENTERTAINMENT. A. ISLAND CLUB City Administrator Farrell presented this report in full. • It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman Andersen, and unanimously carried, that the Council approve this report and grant the license subject to the recommenda- tions of the hearing officer. B. SILVER SHINGLE. City Administrator Farrell presented this report in full. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Whiddon, and unanimously carried, that the Council approve this report and grant the license subject to the recommenda- tions of the hearing officer. 19. PRESENTATION OF PETITION REQUESTING EXTENSION OF HART • STREET. Ken Pike, 9220 Steele Street, presented a petition bearing approximately 600 signatures requesting that Hart Street be extended through to Marshall Street. Charles Morse, 9149 Ralph Street, who had previously filed a petition bearing approximately 287 signatures opposing any extension of Hart Street addressed the Council. It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman Andersen, and unanimously carried, that this matter be referred to the Planning Consultant, the Traffic Engineer and the Planning Director for study. Mayor Maude declared a short recess. Meeting recessed at . 9:13 o'clock p.m. Mayor Maude reconvened the meeting at 9:23 o'clock p.m. 20. REPORT ON COST AND SETTING HEARING DATE. STREET IMPROVEMENTS. A. ROCKHOLD-WI LLARD, EAST SIDE, DOROTHY STREET TO GARVEY AVENUE. City Administrator Farrell reported improvements totaling $4,394.03. - 5 - cc 2-14-67 C B. i'iUSCATEL AVENUE, BOTH SIDES, MISSION DRIVE TO ZERELDA AVENUE. City Administrator Farrell reported improvements totaling $5,272.88. C. PITKIN STREET, SOUTH SIDE, ENCENITA AVENUE TO RIO HONDO • AVENUE. City Administrator Farrell reported improvements totaling $4,903.29. City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that staff recommends that hearings be set for February 28, and it was so ordered by Mayor Maude: COi%~MISSION RECOiiMiENDATIOidS 21. TRAFFIC COMiMISSIUN RECOMMENDATIONS. A. MUSCATEL AVENUE AT VALLEY BOULEVARD. RED CURB MARKINGS. Traffic Engineer Envall presented this recommendation to place 25 feet of red curb on both sides of Muscatel Avenue south of Valley Boulevard and on the east side of Muscatel Avenue north of Valley Boulevard to aid turning movements. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman ,.%'hiddon, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recommendation be approved. B. SIGNING LAYOUT ADJACENT TO MONTGOMERY i,!ARDS. Traffic Engineer Envall presented a signing layout for the streets surrounding the Montgomery !lard Center. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman !ghiddon, and unanimously carried, that this recommendation be approved. • C. WEIGHT LIMIT RESTRICTIONS. Traffic Engineer Envall presented this recommendation for posting at ten locations to assure deliveries being made into the Rosemead Square area from major boulevards rather than through surrounding residential areas. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman !4hiddon, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recommendation be approved. D. GARVEY AVENUE PARKING LAYOUTS. Traffic Engineer Envall presented the proposed parking • layout for Garvey Avenue. It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman Andersen, and unanimously carried, that this recommendation be approved for inclusion in next years budget. E. EMERSON PLACE AT DEL MAR. ADDITIONAL REGULATIONS. Traffic Engineer Envall presented this recommendation for red curb marking at this intersection and double center line striping on Emerson Place to aid turning movements at this,signalized intersection. - 6 - cc 2-14-67 It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Whiddon, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recommendation be approved. 13. AMENDMENT TO RUBBISH AGREEMENT. Mayor Maude ordered this matter deferred to the next meeting. COMMITTEE REPORTS 22. None. COMMON I CAT I ONS 23. A. CALIFORNIA ROADSIDE COUNCIL. City Administrator.Farrell presented this communication regarding a change in federal legislation. B. CITY OF MAYWOUD • City Administrator Farrell presented this resolution urging legislation to provide property tax relief for aged persons. C. CALIFORNIA CWJTRACT CITIES ASSOCIATION. City Administrator Farrell presented this notification of the regular monthly meeting. D. BOARD OF SUPERVISORS. City Administrator Farrell presented this resolution of the Board of Supervisors declaring a portion of Garvey Avenue in the City of Rosemead to be a part of the County • system of Highways. E. EAST SAN GABRIEL VALLEY PLANNING COUNCIL. City Administrator Farrell presented this request for support in urging that Interstate Highway 605 be designated "The San Gabriel River Freeway". It was moved by Mayor laude, second by Councilman Whiddon, and unanimously carried that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare and the City Clerk instructed to forward the necessary resolution. (Resolution No. 67-9) F. LOS ANGELES COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT. • City Administrator Farrell presented this notification of acceptance by the Board of Supervisors of Rosemead Porject Ido. 6801, 1964 Storm Drain Bond Issue. G. LOS ANGELES COUNTY ENGINEER. City Administrator Farrell presented this request for authorization to proceed with demolition and removal of buildings located at 3115 Gladys Avenue, 3939 Glendon 'Jay and 2432-2434 San Gabriel Boulevard. - 7 - CC 2-14-67 It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Whiddon, and unanimously carried, that the Council authorize the Engineer to proceed. 24. ORAL CO MUN1CATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE. A. Loren Rightmeier, 8724 Valley Boulevard, addressed • the Council regarding several items on the agenda. B. Alvin Jaffe, 8334 Garvey, requested a 4 to 6 month extension to comply with an order to upgrade an unsightly building. It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman Andersen, and unanimously carried, that Mr. Jaffe be granted a five month extension. 25. MIATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS. A. Planning Director Hersh advised the Council that the first public hearing on the General Man covering the land use portion would be held February 21 in the Garvey School Auditorium. Is G. City Clerk Armstrong advised the Council that a request had been received from the County of Los Angeles, Senior Citizens Affairs requesting that the City submit a name of a senior citizen to be honored on Recognition Day April 29. mayor i"laude requested that the name of :tarry Buchanan be submitted. C. Attorney Watson advised the Council that the Auditor- Controllers office had called attention to Resolution No. 66-80 which provided that assessments for the lighting district would be on land only exclusive of improvements and it should be on land and improvements. • It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman !aIhiddon, and unanimously carried, that the City Attorney be authorized to notify the Auditor-Controller by letter to modify Resolution No. 66-80 so as to provide for lighting district tax levy to be based on land and improvements. 12. AWARDING CONTRACT FOR CONSTRUCTION OF NEW CITY HALL. City Attorney Watson advised the Council that in addition to the funds on deposit with the court for the City Hall site an additional $21,250. will be needed to cover interest / and court costs and meet the purchase price set by the jury. It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman Andersen, that the Council authorize the payment of up to $21,250 to cover interest, purchase price and court costs. • Roll call vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Maude, l^Whiddon. NOES: Councilmen: None. ABSENT: Councilmen: Jackman, Lowrey. - 8 - 0 cc 2-14-67 0 It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Whiddon, that the Council accept the low bid and award the contract to Baseline Construction. Roll call vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Hiiaude, Whiddon. NOES: Councilmen: None. • ABSENT: Councilmen: Jackman, Lowrey. City Administrator Farrell presented a letter of resignation from Douglas L. Meyer effective February 28. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Mayor Maude, and unanimously carried, that the Council accept this resignation and extend wishes for success in his new position. City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that sometimes problems arise in obtaining dedication for corner cut offs when residents want improvements relocated to the new property line in exchange for the dedication. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Mayor Haude, and unanimously carried, that the City Administrator be authorized to spend up to $200. per corner for relocation of improvements to the new property line in exchange for dedication, subject to approval by the Council. ' Traffic Engineer Envall advised the Council that some problems have arisen with respect to parkway clearance. It was moved by Mayor Maude, second by Councilman Whiddon, and unanimously carried, that this matter be referred to the Planning Commission and Traffic Commission for study. It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman Andersen, and unanimously carried, that the meeting adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 10:2 o'clock p.m. MAYOR CITY CLERK is - 9 -