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CC - 01-11-66 CITY OF ROSEMEAD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA CITY COUNCIL Minutes of January 11, 1966 A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Rosemead was held in the Council Chambers, 8815 East Valley Boulevard. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Maude at 8:03 o'clock p.m. 1. CALL TO ORDER The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Lowrey. The Invocation was delivered by City Treasurer Foutz. 2. ROLL CALL Present: Councilmen: Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey, Maude, Stead: Absent: Councilmen: None. Ex officio: Armstrong, Brown, Envall, Farrell, Foutz, Hersh, Meyer. 3. APPROVAL OF Mli,iilTES: DECEMBER 28, 1965 - REGULAR MEETING. It was moved by Councilman Stead, second by Councilman Jackman, that the minutes of December 2v, 1965 be approved as printed. Roll call vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey, Maude, Stead. NOES: Councilmen: None. ABSENT: Councilmen: None. 4. TIME RESERVED FOR THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO DESIRE TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL. Mrs. Aldona Blaesing, 2743 N. Gladys Street, addressed the Council regarding a street lighting petition which she filed with the City. . Mayor Maude inrormed Mrs. Blaesing that this matter had been referred to staff and would be on the next agenda. UBLIC HEARINGS 5. Mone. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 6. DISCUSSION OF TEMPORARY RELOCATION OF CITY HALL. Administrative Assistant Meyer presented a report on facilities at 9143 Valley Boulevard. Mike Marcus, advised the Council he would be willing to make.additional parking available. Following considerable discussion, Mayor Maude, with the concurrance of the Council ordered this matter set aside to a later date. 1. F f • CC 7. REPORT ON MISSION DRIVE - DELTA STREET PARK DEVELOPMENT. Administrative Assistant Meyer advised the Council that the Board of Directors of the San Gabriel County Water District approved the preliminary sketch of the proposed development with the exception of the fountain, and requested that an agreement for this development be executed as soon as possible. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Lowrey, that the City Attorney prepare the necessary agreement approving phase one and planning phase two. Roll call vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey, Maude, Stead. NOES: Councilmen: None. ABSENT: Councilmen: None. U. DISCUSSION OF PROPOSED [VAR AVENUE WIDENING NORTH OF VALLEY BOULEVARD, City Administrator Farrell recommended that the Council approve the widening of Ivar Avenue between Valley Boulevard and Lawrence Avenue. This would involve removal of existing curb and gutter and replacement at 20 feet from centerline on the west side and 18 feet from center line on the east side. Universal Savings and Loan Association has agreed to pay for replacement of all curb and gutter along their property. Total project cost was estimated at $13,400. It was moved by Councilman Jackman, second by Council- man Lowrey, that the Council approve this project as proposed. Roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: NEW BUSINE 9. RESOLUTION Councilmen: Councilmen: Councilmen: SS NO. 66-1. C Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey, Maude, Stead. None. None. LAIMS AND DEMANDS. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEisiEAD ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $26,120.90 DEiliANDS NUMBERS 1119 THROUGH 1181. Mayor Maude requested this resolution read by title only and a summary of expenditures presented if there were no objections. There were no objections. City Treasurer Foutz read this resolution by title only and presented.a summary of expenditures. It was moved by Councilman Jackman, second by Councilman Andersen, that Resolution No. 66-1 be adopted. Roll call vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey, Maude, Stead. 140ES: Councilmen: None. ABSENT: Councilmen: None. - 2 - cc 1-11-66 0 10. RESOLUTION NO. 66-2. REQUESTING REGISTRAR OF VOTERS SERVICES. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY CO(;NCL. OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TO PERMIT THE REGISTRAR OF VOTERS OF SAID COUNTY TO REi1DER SPECIFIED SERVICES TO THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, RELATING TO THE CONDUCT Or A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE (HELD IN SAID CITY OF APRIL 12, 1966. City Clerk Armstrong advised the Council that this resolution requested the Registrar of Voters to perform certain services in connection with the April General Municipal Election. Attorney Brown read this resolution by title only. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Council- man Jackman, that further reading be waived and Resolution No. 66-2 be adopted. Roll call vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey, Maude, Stead. NOES: Councilmen: None. ABSENT: Councilmen: None. i 1 . AUTHORIZATION TO REQUIRE DEPOSIT FOR AND ESTABLISHING AMOUNT. Attorney Brown advised the Counci! that 1965 legislation permit a Candidates statement of qualifications to be .mailed with the sample ballot and permit the City to charge the cost of such statement to each Ce:ndidate filing a statement. City Clerk Armstrong recommended that a $100. deposit be authorized. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Council- man Lowrey, that the Council authorize the Clerk to require a $100. deposit at the time the statement is filed. Roll call vote as follows: AYES: 7,.;nciImen: Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey, r':._..... , Stead. NOES: Councilmen: None. ABSENT: Councilmen: None. iviayor Maude declared a short recess at 9:19 o'clock p.m. Mayor Maude reconvened the meeting at 9:32 o'clock p.m. COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS 12. TRAFFIC COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS. A. CROSSWALK ON ENCINITA AVENUE AT NORTH LINE OF MISSION DRIVE. Traffic Engineer Envall informed the Council that the Commission recommended that a crosswalk be installed - R. - i CC 1-11-66 across Encinita Avenue at the north lire of Mission Drive to facilitate pedestrian crossing to the park and schools. It was moved by Councilman Jackman, second by Council- man Lowrey, and unanimously carried that the foregoing recommendation be approved.. • B. INSTALLATION OF SF":RT TIME P11.RKING. 2644 SAN GABRIEL BOULEVARD. Traffic Engineer Envall advised the Council that the Commission recommends approval of this green curb, 30 minute parking zone, which was requested by the Los Angeles County Fire Department, Engine Ccmpany ;Jo. 4 at this location. It was moved by Councilman Stead, second by Councilman Lowrey, and unanimously carried, that the foregoing recommendation be approved. COMMITTEE REPORTS 13, done. COMMUNICATIONS 14. A. CITY OF GLENDALE. City Administrator Farrell presented this resolution requesting the Board of Supervisors to take affirmative • action with regard to the Foothill Freeway route agreements. This communication was received an6 filed. B. CITY OF ARCAD I A. R=: LEAGUE MEET I IIG. City Administrator Farrell presented t:iis notification of the general membership meeting to be held January 20th in Arcadia. 15. TIME RESERVED FOR THOSE IN 'THE AUDIENCE i-dHO DESIRE TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL. None. 16. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS. A. City Administrator Farrell advised the Council of the recent action of the State Division of Highways to relinquish Valley Boulevard. Mr. Farrell further advised the Council of the improvements recommended by the Road Department to put Valley Boulevard in a 40 state of good repair for acceptance. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Council- man Jackman, that the Council approve the recommendations of the Road Department and the City Administrator for the upgrading of Valley Boulevard prior to its relinquish- ment by the State. - 4 - CC • 1-.11-66 A Roll call vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey, Maude, Stead. NOES: Councilmen: None. ABSENT: Councilmen: None. • B. City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that the Road Department has reported the Walnut Grove Avenue project completed with additions of $3,158. and deletions of $585. and recommends approval of final payment of $24,900.53. It was moved by Councilman Jackman, second by Council- man Lowrey, that the Council approve the additions and deletions and authorize final payment on Cash Contract 3-65. Roll call vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey, Maude, Stead. NOES: Councilmen: None. ABSENT: Councilmen: None. C. City Administrator Farrell reported a total project cost of $2,403.50 for the DeAdalena Street project and recommended that hearing be set for January 25, 1966. There being no objections, Mayor Maude ordered hearing set for January 25, 1966. • D. City Administrator Farrell presented a letter of resignation from Katherine Phillips as Administrative Secretary and Deputy City Treasurer, effective January 21, 1966. This communication was received and filed. E. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Jackman, and unanimously carried, that the Mayor appoint a committee to study and recommend possible redesign of the City seal. F. City Administrator Farrell advised the Council of an open house to be held January 16, 1966 from 9 A.M. to 5 P.M. at Hazel earsons. G. Mayor Maude advised had been set for °rotest Beverage License for the Boulevard. the Council that isiarch 1, 1966 Hearing on the Alcoholic Chapala Inn, 9008 E. Valley Following discussion, it was moved by Councilman.Lowrey, . second by Councilman Andersen, that the Council with- draw their protest to the issuance of this license. Roll call vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey, Maude. NOES: Councilmen: Stead. ABSENT: Councilmen: None. - 5 - 1-'tl-6'v H. City Clerk Armstrong recommended tKat this meeting be adjourned to January 18, 1966, to canvass election returns of Annexation No. 251. 1. Administrative Assistant Meyer advised the Council that Mr. Raymond C•.irvigian will be present at the next Park Board meeting to discuss the proposed Community Recreation Building for Rosemead Park. The .schemcazics • for the City Hall will also be presented at this r,n ting J. Administrative Assistant Meyer recommended to the Council that the Community Recreation building en Charlotte Street be brought up to standard. This would include tileing the floors, painting inside and out, paving the parking area, revision of heating, curb, gutter and sidewalk, draperies and light fixtures at a total cost of $5,300. It was moved by Mayor Maude, second by Councilman Lowrey, that this remodeling be approved and that City Administrator Farrell be instructed to contact_ the property owner on the corner regarding curb and gutter installation. Roll call vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey, Maude, Stead, HOES: Councilmen: None. ABSENT: Councilmen: None. • Mayor Maude declared the meeting recessed to a personnel session at 10:04 o'clock p.m. Mayor Maude reconvened the meeting at 10:13 o'clock p.m. K. It was moved by Councilman Andersen, second by Councilman Lowrey, and unanimously carried that Jenny Davenport be appointed secretary to the City Administrator and Deputy City Treasurer. It was moved by Councilman Lowrey, second by Councilman Andersen, and unanimously carried, that the meeting adjourn to January 13, 1966 at 7:00 o'clock p.m, Meeting adjourned at 10:16 o'clock p.m. MAYOR CK-f1 CLERK: - 6 -