CC - 09-13-66CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
CITY COUNCIL
Minutes of September 13, 1966
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 8:08 o'clock P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Lowrey.
The Invocation was delivered by the Reverend Paul Hershey
of the Community Methodist Church.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmen: Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey,
Maude, Whiddon.
Absent: Councilmen: None.
Ex officio: Armstrong, Envall, Hersh, Farrell, Foutz,
Meyer, Watson.
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: AUGUST
AUGUST
Mayor Maude requested that t
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the following be added
2501 of the Rosemead
It was moved by Councilman Lowrey, second by Councilman
Jackman, that the minutes of August 23 be approved as
corrected, and the minutes of August 26, 1966 be
approved as printed.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Jackman, Lowrey, Maude, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen: None.
ABSTAIN: Councilmen: Andersen.
4. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE.
None.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
5. ANNEXATION NO. 30.
• 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 continued public hearing open
at 8:13 o'clock p.m.
Attorney Watson reported on the entire proceedings to
date.
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Louis Martel, 817 Muscatel Avenue,
Norman A. Tallman, 644 Hazel Avenue, and
R. W. Whitiker, 637 N. Hazel Avenue
addressed the Council regarding this proposed annexation
and all requested that the matter be continued to the
next meeting.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Council-
man Lowrey, that this matter be continued to the next
regular meeting.,
0 Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Jackman; Lowrey,
Maude, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen: None.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
6. ORDINANCE NO. 133. PARKING RESTRICTIONS, VALLEY
BOULEVARD, IVAR AVENUE TO MUSCATEL AVEi',IUE. SECOND
READING.
Ail ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD PROHIBITING PAR;'\ING
AT CERTAIN LOCATIONS AND AMENDING THE NUFiICIPAL CODE.
Attorney Watson presented this ordinance by title only.
It was moved by Councilman Jackman, second by Council-
man Lowrey, that further reading be' waived.
Roll call vote as follows:
• AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey,
Maude, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen: None.
It was moved by Councilman Jackman, second by Council-
man Lowrey, that Ordinance No. 183 be adopted.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen:
NOES: Councilmen:
ABSENT: Councilmen:
7. PROPOSED ALLEY VACATION.
City Administrator Farre
on this matter.
Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey,
Maude, Whiddon.
None.
None.
LOS ANGELES AUTOMOBILE AUCTION,
1 and Attorney Watson reported
RESOLUTION NO. 66-58. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
''F THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD EXPRESSING TI-I17 I (TENT I ON TO
VACATE A PORTIO;a OF A PUBLIC STREET (ALLEY EXTENDING
FROM GARVEY AVEi,IUE TO VIRGINIA STREET LYING BETWEEN
• DENTON AVENUE /Ai\ID SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD) AND SETTING
THE TIME AND PLACE FOR A PUBLIC HEARIJG THEREON.
'Attorney Watson read this resolution by title only.
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It was moved by Councilman Lowrey, second by Council-
man Whiddon, that further reading be waived and this
resolution be adopted, setting the hearing date for
the first meeting in October.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
NEW BUSINESS
Councilmen:
Councilmen:
Councilmen:
RESOLUTION NU. 66-59
Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey,
Maude, Whiddon.
None.
None.
CLAIMS AND DEMANDS.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ALLOWING CERTAIid CLAIMS AND DEMANDS I',I THE SUM OF
$152,609.55 DEMANDS NUMBERS 2565 THROUGH 2664.
City Treasurer Foutz presented this resolution by
title only.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Council-
man Whiddon, that further reading be waived and
Resolution No. 66-59 be adopted.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey,
Maude, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen: None.
Mayor Maude declared the meeting recessed to a personnel
session at 3:59 o'clock p.m.
Mayor Maude reconvened the meeting at..5-:20 o'clock p.m.
ADDITIONAL ENGIVEERING SERVICES APPROVAL. STORM DRAIN
PROJECT 6801.
Attorney Watson requested that this matter be deferred
in order to determine whether or not it is covered in
the agreement.
;Mayor Maude ordered this matter deferred to the next
meeting.
DEDICATION OF ROAD EASEMENT. MISSION DRIVE. ATLANTIC-
RICHFIELD.
Attorney Watson advised the Council that this dedication
was in order for acceptance.
It was moved by Councilman Lowrey, second by Councilman
Andersen, that the Council accept this dedication and
authorize recordation.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey,
Maude, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen: None.
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I K , APPROVAL OF SUR EV MONUMENTS AND RELEASE OF BONtO,.
"TRACT 24250"
Attorney Wsoz presented the recommendation of the
City Engineer.
it was movod by Councilman , ackman, second by Council-
man Wh id oi, thst the o ;n' i l approve the work and
• cancel the aithful perfozmapoe bond,
Roll call vote 0s rollows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen" Jackman, Lowrey,
Maude; Wi ddon.
NOES: Councilmen: bore.
ABSENT: Councilmen: Name,
COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS
i2. PLANNiNG COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS.
A. PROPOSED CHANGES IN CURD AND GUTTER REQUIREMENTS
Planning Director Hers; presented this recommendation
that curbs, gutters and sidewalk be required on build-
ing permits with an estimated valuation of $2;000. or
more rather than a square footage, basis,
Following discus=sion, it was moved by Councilman
Andersen, second by Councilman Jackman, that the
City Attorney be instructed to prepare an ordinance
for the next meeting which excludes swimming pools.
• Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen:
:TOES; Councilmen:
ABSENT: Councilmen:
B„ RECOMMENDATION RE:
0RNiA COURSE.
Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey,
Maude; Whiddcn,
None.
None.
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIF-
Planning Director Hersh advised the Council that the
Commission recommended that the City bear the cost of
this course for any Commissioner who desires to attend.
It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Council-
man Lowrey, that the foregoing recommendation be
approved.
Roll cal`: vote as follows:
AYES: Councilman: Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey,
Maude, Wh i ddon.
NOES: Councilmen: Nore,.
• ABSENT: Councilmen: None.
i3.. TRAFFIC COMMISSION RECOMMENDATiONS.
A. RELOCATION OF TRAlF € C S i GNAL FROM DENTON AVENUE TO
KELBURN AVENUE ON GARVE Y AVENUE.
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Traf,fJ6.En9i6eer Envall advised the Council that the
Commission recommended that this signal be relocated.
Fir; Envall further recommended that the Auto Auction
be requested to share the relocation costs.
City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that he
would like to contact Supervisor Debs regarding possible
County participation in this.proposed relocation and
• would recommend that this matter be deferred to budget
study.
it was moved by.Councilman Jackman, second by Council-
man.Whiddoni and unanimously carried that this matter
be referred to the City Administrator.
B. BOULEVARD STOP ON BENTEL AVENUE AT LOMA AVENUE,
Traffic Engineer Envall advised the Council that the
Commission recommended that a Boulevard Stop be
installed on Gentel Avenue at the west approach to
Loma Avenue.
It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Council-
man Andersen, and unanimously carried, that the fore-
going recommendation be approved.
C. COMMERCIAL LOADING ZONE, SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD NORTH
OF GARVALIA.
.Traffic Engineer Envall advised the Council that the
Commission recommended the installation of a commercial
• loading zone in front of 2525 San Gabriel Boulevard
with necessary adjacent red curb markings.
It was moved by Councilman Whiddon, second by Councilman
Lowrey, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing
recommendation be approved.
D. REVERSAL OF BOULEVARD STOP, ROCKHOLD AVENUE AT
DOROTHY STREET (Not on agenda).
Traffic Engineer Envall advised the Council that the
Commission recommended reversal of the existing stop
on Dorothy Street to Rockhold Avenue and the placing
of "Watch for Through Traffic" signs on Dorothy Street
for a 3 month period.
It was moved by Councilman Jackman, second by Council-
man Whiddon, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing
recommendation be approved and Mr. Envall be instructed
to study other intersections on Dorothy Street from
San Gabriel Boulevard to Rockhold Avenue.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
IZ:. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMEi11T COMMITTEE. (Not on agenda)
City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that
the Economic Development Committee recommended pre-
paration of a brochure to explain the street beauti-
fication program.
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Following discussion, it was moved by Councilman
Whiddon, second by Councilman Lowrey, that the Council
approve this 'brochure at a cost not to exceed $100.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey,
Maude, lr;h i ddon.
• NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen: None.
COMMUNICATIONS
15. A. CALIFORWI CONTRACT CITIES.
City Administrator Farrell presented this notice of
the September meeting.
B. ASSEMBLY IMTERINi COMMITTEE ON MUNICIPAL AND COUNTY
GOVERNMENT.
City Administrator Farrell presented this notice of
hearings.
C. CITY OF TEMPLE CITY.
City Administrator Farrell presented this resolution
requesting the League of California Cities to sponsor
legislation concerning motorcycle noise.
• D. CITY OF SANTA MARIA.
City Administrator Farrell presented this resolution
objecting to current application of the Field Act and
recommending that the State review the act and its
application in light of current conditions.
16. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE.
Mrs. Ora Richards, 13610 Mission Drive, addressed the
Council regarding the improvement of Mission Drive
from Ivar Avenue to the westerly city limits.
17. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS.
A. City Clerk Armstrong advised the Council that due
to a delay in notification of Zone Variance No. 41
denial the applicant had not filed an appeal prior to
the deadline for appeal and requested Council authoriza-
tion to accept a late filing.
It was moved by Councilman Lowrey, second by Councilman
• Whiddon, that the Clerk be authorized to accept this
appeal within 5 days of this authorization.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey,
Maude, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen: None.
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B. City Cler;- Armstrong advised the Council that a
resolution should be adopted reappointing the Mayor
as representative to Rapid Transit District.
RESOLUTION N0. 66-60. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD APPOINTING A MEMBER OF SAID
CITY COUNCIL OF SAID CITY TO THE CITY SELECTION
COMMITTEE PURSUANT TO PART 3 OF DIVISION 10 OF THE
• PUBLIC UTILITIES CODE.
Attorney Watson presented this resolution by title
only.
It was moved by Councilman Jackman, second by Council-
man Andersen, that further reading be waived and
Resolution No. 66-60 be adopted.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey,
Maude, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen: None.
C. Planning Director Hersh advised the Council that
the Planning Commission recommended adoption of an
urgency ordinance establishing a P-D zone.
ORDINANCE NO. 184. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ROSEi',iEAD ESTABLISHING A ZONE "P-D"
(PLANNED DEVELOPMENT) AND AMENDING ARTICLE IX OF THE
ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE.
• It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Council-
man Jackman, that further reading be waived.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey,
Maude, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen: None.
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Council-
man Jackman, that Ordinance No. 184 be introduced.
Roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey,
Maude, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen: None.,
It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Council-
man Jackman, that Ordinance No. 184 be adopted.
Roll call vote as follows:
• AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey,
Maude, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen: None.
D. Administrative Assistant Meyer advised the Council
that a Park Supervisor had been employed at a salary
in excess of $400. per month and therefore Council
approval is required.
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iiayor Maude ordered this matter deferred to a personnel
session.
E. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by
Councilman Whiddon, that the Council approve
attendance of a second Planning Commissioner at the
League of California Cities Conference in San Diego,
. October 16-19.
Boll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Jac!<man, Lowrey,
Maude, Whiddon.
NOES: Councilmen: None.
ABSENT: Councilmen: None.
F. It was moved by Councilman Lowrey, second by
Councilman Andersen, and unanimously carried, that.
a resolution be prepared honoring Mr. and Mrs. William A.
Grant who will celebrate their 65th Wedding Anniversary
on September 30.
It was moved by Councilman Lowrey, second by Council-
man Andersen, and unanimously carried, that the meeting
adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 10:11 o'clock p.m.
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