CC - 01-22-63CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA
CITY COUNCIL
Minutes of January 22, 1963
A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Rosenead
was held in the Council Chambers, 8815 East Valley Boulevard.
• The meeting was called to order by Mayor Andersen at 8t02
o'clock p.m.
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Andersen,
The Invocation was delivered by Reverend Lowell
Wendt of the Hope Union Church.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmen: Stead, Phinney, Maude, Jackman,
Andersen.
Absent: Councilmen: None.
• Ex officio: Watson, Farrell, Stump, Wroe, Armstrong.
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES. JANUARY 8, 1963 - REGULAR MEETING.
Councilman Jackman requested that on page 2, paragraph 5,
following line 3, " without setting a precedent.", be added,
It was moved by Jackman, second by Stead, and unanimously
carried, that the minutes of January 8, 1963 be approved as
corrected.
4. TIME RESERVED FOR THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO DESIRE TO ADDRESS
THE COUNCIL
Werner Schorr, 9241 Guess Street, made inquiry regarding the
fire hydrant on his property line.
• City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that the matter
is being investigated by the Fire Department.
Chief John Barton, Los Angeles County Fire Department, advised
the Council that an investigation is being made at the present
time to determine cost of relocation, possible relocation site,
etc.
Charles Weedmark, 9034 Newby Avenue, made inquiry regarding
installation of curbs and gutters on Newby Avenue.
City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that the delay
has been due to difficulty in acquiring additional right-of-way
at Mission Drive. The owners have indicated several times that
the property will be dedicated but to date the dedication papers
• have not been executed.
Attorney Watson recommended that the project'~not be unreasonably
?delayed, 5I,/CE "s_ Glry /fh4 FW n I* Co#jd0dA)4 P/Zo11,07Y F°'Z
sT2k~'~ pv2PosE.t .
Mayor Andersen instructed the City Administrator to expedite
this improvement project without further delay.
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PUBLIC HEARINGS
Mayor Andersen stated that the next two items on the agenda
were public hearings and requested anyone in the audience who
wished to be heard to please stand and be sworn in. No one
responded.
CONFIRMATION OF ASSESSMENTS 8900 BLOCK HERSHEY SOUTH SIDE.
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City Administrator Farrell reported this improvement project
completed with the installation of 228 lineal feet of curb and
gutter and 942 square feet of approaches at a cost of $861.55.
Mayor Andersen declared the public hearing open at 8:15 o'clock
p.m.
Mayor.Andersen declared the public hearing closed at 8:16
o'clock p.m.
RESOLUTION NO. 63-5. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE STREET SUPERINTEN-
DENT'S REPORT AND ASSESSMENTS THEREIN (4300 BLOCK HERSHEY STREET)
Mayor Andersen requested this resolution read by title only, if
there were no objections. There were no objections.
Attorney Watson presented this resolution by title only.
It was moved by Jackman, second by Maude, and unanimously
carried, that this resolution be adopted.
6. 'CONFIRMATION OF ASSESSMENTS 4300 BLOCK RIO HONDO AVENUE BOTH SIDES.
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City Administrator Farrell reported this improvement project
completed with the installation of 1212.51 lineal feet of curbs
and gutters at a total cost of $2,728.16.
Mayor Andersen declared the public hearing open at 8:17 o'clock
p.m.
Mayor Andersen declared the public hearing closed at 8:18
o'clock p.m.
RESOLUTION NO. 63-6. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE STREET SUPERINTEN-
DENT'S REPORT AND ASSESSMENTS THEREIN (4300 BLOCK RIO HONDO AVENUE)
Mayor Andersen requested this resolution read by title only, if
there were no objections. There were no objections.
Attorney Watson presented this resolution by title only.
It was moved by Andersen, second by Phinney, and unanimously
carried, that this resolution be adopted.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
REPORT ON SIDEWALK RETURNS.
Administrative Assistant Wroe pointed out a diagram on the
blackboard and outlined the usual procedure for installation of
sidewalk on corner properties.
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Following discussion, it was moved by Stead, second by Maude,
that City policy in regard to sidewalk pavement which is found
desirable in addition to that immediately fronting on property
concerned bf-assessed to the adjoining property.
Harry Buchanan, 3921 Ivar Avenue, addressed the Council in
opposition to this proposal.
Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Stead, Phinney, Maude,
• Andersen. Noes: Jackman. Absent: None.
It was moved by Phinney, second by Stead, that Council action
at the last meeting, with regard to sidewalk installation on
Temple City Boulevard, (Minutes of January 8, 1963, page 2,
item 5, paragraph 5) be rescinded.
Following discussion, roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Phinney.
Noes: Stead, Jackman, Andersen. Absent: None. Councilman
Maude abstained from voting.
8. RESOLUTION NO. 63-7. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE STREET SUPERINTEN-
DENT'S REPORT AS AMENDED AND ASSESSMENTS THEREIN (4000 BLOCK
TEMPLE CITY BOULEVARD)
City Administrator Farrell reported the assessment on the corner
parcel corrected to $19.24 rather than $30.71.
Mayor Andersen requested this resolution read by title only, if
there were no objections. There were no objections.
Attorney Watson presented this resolution by title only.
It was moved by Jackman, second by Maude, that Resolution
No. 63-7 be adopted.
Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Stead, Phinney, Jackman,
Andersen. Noes: None. Councilman Maude abstained from voting.
9. RESOLUTION NO. 63-8. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE STREET SUPERINTEN-
DENT'S REPORT AND ASSESSMENTS THEREIN (4900-5000 BLOCKS EARLE
STREET)
Mayor Andersen requested this resolution presented by title only,
if there were no objections. There were no objections.
Attorney Watson presented this resolution by title only.
It was moved by Stead, second by Jackman, and unanimously
carried, that Resolution No. 63-8 be adopted.
10. SOUTHERN PACIFIC COMPANY. SAFETY DEVICES.
Attorney Watson advised the Council that there is nothing in
the City's correspondence to indicate that the Public Utilities
• Commission suggested the particular allocation set forth in the
agreement, although the Public Utilities has jurisdiction to
assess the maintenance and installation charges.
Followinq discussion, it was moved by Phinney, second by Maude,
and unanimously carried, that the City Administrator write the
Public Utilities Commission, copies to be sent to Southern
Pacific Company and the City of Temple City, spelling out the
points brought out in this discussion:
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Support of this installation and added protection,
Disproportionate division of cost and maintenance,
Crossings outside the City limits,
Tax benefits of railroad right-of-way to Temple City,
Maintenance should continue to be paid by railroad, and
Any reimbursement to be made by Public Utilities Commission
should be in writing.
11. SOUTHERN PACIFIC COMPANY. AGREEMENT. RE: CITY LIMIT SIGN.
Attorney Watson stated that he approved the supplemental agree-
ment as to form:;`:This agreement is for the city limit sign
at the northern City boundary on Rosemead Boulevard.
It was moved by Stead, second by Phinney, that the Council
approve and authorize the Mayor to execute this supplementary
agreement with Southern Pacific Company.
Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Stead, Phinney,. Maude,
Jackman, Andersen. Noes: None. Absent: None.
Mayor Andersen instructed the City Administrator to take the
necessary steps to illuminate this sign.
Attorney Watson advised the Council that an agreement had also
been prepared to cover the City limit sign on Valley Boulevard
at the eastern City limit with the San Gabriel Valley Humane
Society. Attorney Watson approved this agreement as to form.
It was moved by Jackman, second by Maude, and unanimously
carried, that this agreement be approved and the Mayor authorized
to execute.
12. DISCUSSION. CITY REPLACEMENT OF PARKWAY TREES.
City Administrator Farrell reported that 20 trees were removed
by the City in 1960-1961, 42 were removed in 1961-1962, and
this fiscal year, 21 trees have been removed with the estimated
total to be 60 or 70 by June 30. Cost of planting is $7.00 to
$10.00 per tree.
Following discussion, it was moved by Jackman, second by Phinney,
and unanimously carried, that this matter be referred to the
Beautification Committee through the Economic Development
Committee encouraging promotion of a tree planting program.
13. REPORT ON COST OF PROJECTION DEVICES.
City Administrator Farrell reported that costs have been
obtained from audio-visual and office suppliers on various types
of projectors, none of which has been suitable for City use.
Mayor Andersen ordered this matter deferred, to be brought back
to the Council when there is something definite to report.
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14. RESOLUTION NO. 63-9. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $23,904.17
DEMANDS NUMBERS 1928 THROUGH 1950.
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Mayor Andersen requested this resolution read by title only
and a summary of expenditures presented, if there were no
objections. There were no objections.
City Treasurer Noah A. Stump read this resolution by title only
and presented a summary of expenditures.
It was moved by Jackman, second by Maude, that Resolution
No. 63-9 be adopted.
Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Stead, Phinney, Maude,
Jackman, Andersen. Noes: None. Absent: None.
COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS
PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION. RE: GENERAL PLAN (Not on Agenda
Planning Commission Secretary Wroe advised the Council that the
Planning Commission had adopted Resolution No. 63-1PC approving
the General Plan.
It was moved by Maude, second by Andersen, and unanimously
carried, that the Council receive the recommendation of the
Planning Commission and set the public hearing for the 19th
of February at 8:00 o'clock p.m. at Muscatel School.
COMMITTEE REPORTS.
A. Councilman Maude advised the Council that the Park Advisory
Board is unhappy with the manner in which they have to operate.
Costs of having work done by the County is considerably higher than
the Board feels they should be. It may be anticipated that the
City will be again requested to appoint a Park Study Committee
to consider the possibility of the City taking over the operation
of the park.
B. Councilman Maude advised the Council that the Chamber of
Commerce will be prepared to submit their budget in the next week
or so.
COMMUNICATIONS
A. ALFRED H. SONG. RE: MTA.
This matter was deferred until the other communications were
dispensed with.
B. DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL. RE: PROTEST
RECEIPT.
City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that this
communication acknowledged receipt of their protest of the
granting of an Alcoholic Beverage license at 8718 East Valley
Boulevard.
C. LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES. (Not on Agenda)
Mayor Andersen advised the Council that this was notice of the
regular meeting of the League to be held February 7, 1963.
D. ROSEMEAD COMMUNITY COORDINATING COUNCIL (Not on Agenda)
Mayor Andersen advised the Council that this communication was
an invitation to the Council to attend the Coordinating Council
meetings.
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BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS
(Not
on Agenda)
Mayor Andersen advised the Council that this communication
was an invitation to attend a special ceremony honoring the
50th anniversary of the County Charter to be held January 29th
in the Hearing Room of the Hall of Administration.
F. CALIFORNIA CONTRACT CITIES ASSOCIATION (Not on Agenda)
Mayor Andersen advised the Council that this was notification
of the 4th Annual Conference to be held in Palm Springs May
2nd through 5th. Mayor Andersen requested the Council to
give some thought to this matter and that it be placed on the
next agenda.
G. UPPER SAN GABRIEL VALLEY WATER ASSOCIATION (Not on Agenda)
Mayor Andersen advised the Council that this was an invitation
to attend the Association meeting to be held February 13, 1963.
H. ALFRED H. SONG. RE: MTA. (Item 17 A on Agenda)
This communication requesting the Council's thinking and advice
regarding the Governor's support of the request of the Los
• Angeles Metropolitan Transit Authority for legislation to give
it taxing power was read in full by City Administrator Farrell.
Councilman Stead stated that:
"Gasoline tax funds are of great assistance to rapid mass
freight movement. You frequently see trucks in two lanes,
and sometimes in three lanes, going your way on the free-
way. This supplemental to - and in competition with -
rail and ship lines.
Gasoline tax funds should also assist with the program for
rapid transportation of passengers."
Following considerable discussion, it was moved by Maude,
second by Andersen, that the City Administrator be instructed
to write a letter for the Mayor's signature, the basis to be
that M.T.A. not have taxing power and adding other ideas that
• abet this theme.
Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Phinney, Maude, Jackman,
Andersen. Noes: None. Absent: None. Councilman Stead
abstained from voting.
18. TIME RESERVED FOR THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO DESIRE TO ADDRESS
THE COUNCIL
R. K. McCaffree, Chamber of Commerce Manager, thanked the
Council for their attendance at the Chamber of Commerce install-
ation Banquet.
19. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS.
A. City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that a
demonstration of radar for speed control will be held at the
Temple City City Hall next Thursday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock
p.m. The Council is invited to attend.
B. Councilman Jackman recommended that a measuring wheel be
purchased by the City for the use of the City staff in measuring
curb installations, etc.
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a measuring
$29.75.
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by Jackman, second by Maude, that the City purchase
wheel for use of the City staff, cost not to exceed
Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Stead, Phinney, Maude,
Jackman, Andersen. Noes: None. Absent: None.
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C. City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that
estimates for tree removal on Delta Street had been obtained
in conformance with Council request as follows:
Johnson
Tree
Service
$1,565.00
Ranger
Tree
Preservation
1,666.00
Rowland
Tree
Service
1,875.00
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City Administrator Farrell reported further that the indicated
estimates do not include inspection costs. Inspection would have
to be provided by Los Angeles County. Los Angeles County Road-
side Tree Service estimates approximately $950.00 for the Delta
Street project.
D. City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that funds
were budgeted for his attendance at the City Manager's Conference
to be held in Monterey, February 13, 14 and 15 and he would like
to request that the Council also approve the attendance of the
Administrative Assistant.
It was moved by Stead, second by Maude, and unanimously
carried, that the Administrative Assistant be authorized to
attend this conference.
Mayor Andersen declared the meeting adjourned to a personnel
session to consider the appointment of a City Treasurer.
Meeting adjourned to personnel session at 10:45 o'clock p.m.
The Council reconvened in the Council Chamber and the Mayor
declared the meeting adjourned at 11:26 o'clock p.m.
MAYOR CITY CLERK
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