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CC - 01-08-63CITY OF ROSEMEAD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA CITY COUNCIL Minutes of January 8, 1963 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 Andersen at 8:01 o'clock p.m. 1. CALL TO ORDER The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Andersen. The Invocation was delivered by Reverend Charles Robertson of the Rosemead Foursquare Church. 2. ROLL CALL Present: Councilmen: Andersen, Jackman, Maude, Phinney, Stead. Absent: Councilmen: None., Ex officio: Watson, Farrell, Stump, Armstrong. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES. DECEMBER 26, 1962 - REGULAR MEETING. It was moved by Jackman, second by Maude, and unanimously carried, that the minutes of December 26, 1962 be approved as printed. Councilman Phinney stated that he did not want any change made in the minutes of December 26, 1962, but he would like the record to show that his remarks on page 5, item 20, referred to the office of Mayor rather than to the individual. 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 adjacent to his property. City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that he felt sure the Fire Department would contact Mr. Schorr in the near future regarding the fire hydrant. PUBLIC HEARINGS Mayor Andersen stated that the next four 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. The Oath was administered by Deputy City Clerk Armstrong. 5. CONFIRMATION OF ASSESSMENTS. TEMPLE CITY BOULEVARD 4000 BLOCK WEST SIDE. City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that 1,055 square feet of sidewalk was installed at a cost of $390.35. i Mayor Andersen declared the public hearing open at 8:08 o'clock p.m. C 1-8-63 • • Mary J. Cushing, 4009 North Temple City Boulevard, advised the Council that she felt her assessment was too high, as she had petitioned for four foot sidewalks and did not feel she should be billed for the additional walk placed around the fire hydrant, light standard and curb return. Mayor Andersen declared the public hearing closed at 8:16 o'clock p.m. It was moved by Stead, second by Phinney, that city policy in regard to sidewalk pavement which is found desirable in addition to that immediately fronting on property concerned be assessed to the property owner most directly benefiting in zones other than R-l. Following discussion, Councilman Stead, with agreement of second, withdrew his motion to be placed on a later agenda. Following discussion, it was moved by Andersen, second by Jackman, that on this particular assessment the City assume the cost of the sidewalk installed in excess of the four foot width. W I % 7'~ 6 VT SC77~/rJ G- •9PAC ~~bENT, Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Andersen, Jackman, Phinney, Stead. Noes: None. Absent: None. Councilman Maude abstained from voting. • Attorney Watson advised the Council that to confirm the assessments actual dollar amounts must be approved. Mayor Andersen requested the City Administrator to prepare the revised assessments in conformance with the foregoing motion for presentation at the next regular meeting. Mayor Andersen ordered this matter continued to the next regular meeting, if there were no objections. There were no objections. Mayor Andersen requested City Administrator Farrell to prepare a recommendation for submission to the Council at the next meeting on sidewalk returns. 6. CONFIRMATION OF ASSESSMENTS. GRAND AVENUE 8300 BLOCK NORTH SIDE. • City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that.350 lineal feet of curb and gutter and 420 square feet of approaches were installed at a cost of $968.10. Mayor Andersen declared the public hearing open at 8:36 o'clock p.m. Mayor Andersen declared the public hearing closed at 8:37 o'clock p.m. RESOLUTION NO. 63-1. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE STREET SUPERINTEN- DENT'S REPORT AND ASSESSMENTS THEREIN (8300 BLOCK GRAND AVENUE) Mayor Andersen requested this resolution presented by title only, if there were no objections. There were no objections. s Attorney Watson presented this resolution by title only. It was moved by Phinney, second by Jackman, and unanimously carried, that Resolution No. 63-1 be adopted. - 2 - C 1-8-63 7. CONFIRMATION OF ASSESSMENTS. EARLE STREET 4900 - 5000 BLOCKS BOTH SIDES. City Administrator Farrell reported that 902 lineal feet of curb and gutter, 2,171 square feet of sidewalk and 195 square feet of approaches were installed at a cost of $2,904.70. City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that since side- walks were installed on Earle Street the same situation exists • as on Temple City Boulevard and therefore, the Council might wish to defer action to the next meeting. Mayor Andersen declared the public hearing open at 8:40 o'clock p.m. ' Mrs. Manuel Navarro, 4922 Earle Street, made inquiry regarding the assessment on her property. Mrs. Navarro was advised to contact the City staff regarding this matter. Mayor Andersen declared the public hearing closed at 8:43 o'clock p.m. It was moved by Jackman, second by Andersen, and unanimously • carried, that action on this matter be deferred to the next regular meeting. 8. 3900 BLOCK IVAR AVENUE WEST SIDE CURB, GUTTER, APPROACH AND SIDEWALK INSTALLATION. City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that petitions have been received representing 71% of the front footage. Mayor Andersen declared the Public hearing open at 8:44 o'clock p.m. Harry Buchanan, 3921 Ivar Avenue, suggested that the Council consider a policy whereby all property owners in a block would share the cost of the corner sidewalk return. Mayor Andersen declared the public hearing closed at 8:45 o'clock p.m. It was moved by Andersen, second by Maude, and unanimously carried, that this improvement proceed. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 9. ORDINANCE NO. 104. AMENDING MUNICIPAL CODE. TRAFFIC REGULATIONS (2nd Reading) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD PROHIBITING PARKING.AT CERTAIN LOCATIONS ON GLENDON WAY AND AMENDING THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE. Mayor Andersen requested this ordinance presented by title s only, if there were no objections. There were no objections. Attorney Watson presented this ordinance by title only.• It was moved by Maude, second by Jackman, that Ordinance No. 104 be adopted. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Andersen, Jackman, Maude, Phinney, Stead. Noes: None. Absent: None. - 3 - I 0 C 1-8-63 10. AGREEMENT - SOUTHERN PACIFIC COMPANY. RE: SAFETY DEVICES. Attorney Watson advised the Council that in view of the action taken by the Public Utilities Commission this week, he would recommend that any action on this matter be deferred. It was moved by Jackman, second by Maude, and unanimously carried, that this matter be deferred to the next meeting. 11. REPORT ON COST OF PROJECTION DEVICE. City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that costs had been obtained on one projector and additional information will be obtained for the next meeting. Mayor Andersen ordered this matter placed on the next agenda. 12. DISCUSSION OF RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING CITY HOLIDAYS. Following discussion, it was moved by Phinney, second by Maude, that Resolution No. 61-7, page 9, Section 18, be changed by deleting the following: and every day appointed by the President or Governor for a public holiday, fast or thanksgiving." • Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Andersen, Jackman, Maude, Phinney, Stead. Noes: None. Absent: None. 13. DISCUSSION OF COUNCIL ROLL CALL. Following discussion, it was moved by Phinney, second by Maude, that the order in which the Council roll call is taken be re- versed for a two month trial. It was moved by Andersen, second by Maude, that the motion be amended, that if the Mayor at any time feels it is imperative, that the order of roll call be changed, he has the privilege to do so. Roll call vote on the amendment Jackman, Maude, Phinney, Stead. Roll call vote on the motion as Jackman „ Maude, Phinney, Stead. 14. DISCUSSION OF ROSEMEAD BOULEVAR as foil, Noes: amended Noes: D STREET Dws: Ayes: Andersen, None. Absent: None. as follows: Ayes: Andersen. Absent: None. LIGHTING PROJECT. Attorney Watson advised the Council that if a new lighting zone is to be formed within the district, action would have to be taken immediately in order to meet the February 1st deadline. Following discussion, no action was taken. NEW BUSINESS 15. RESOLUTION NO. 63-2. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $8,786.18 DEMANDS NUMBERS 1907 THROUGH 1927. Mayor Andersen requested this resolution read by title only and a summary of expenditures presented, if there were no objections. There were no objections. - 4 - • C 1-8-63 City Treasurer Noah A. Stump read this resolution by title only and presented a summary of expenditures. It was moved by Andersen, second by Maude, that Resolution No. 63-2 be adopted. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Stead, Phinney, Jackman, Maude, Andersen. Noes: None. Absent: None. • COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS 16. TRAFFIC COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION. IMPROVEMENT OF MARSHALL STREET NORTH SIDE OPPOSITE MARSHALL SCHOOL. City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that the Traffic Commission recommended that the Council take the necessary steps to expedite the grading of Marshall Street opposite Marshall School as previously discussed by the Council on April 25, 1961. City Administrator Farrell further advised the Council that funds have been appropriated for this work but action has been delayed pending acquisition by the school district of the two properties on the south side of the street. Mayor Andersen stated that in view of this report no action would be required. 17. COMMITTEE REPORTS. A. Councilman Maude advised the Council that the Chamber of Commerce Installation Banquet will be held January 19, 1963. B. Councilman Stead reported that there are still no fallout shelters designated in the City. Regular releases are received from the Disaster office regarding steps which are being taken such as stocking the schools with canned water, crackers, etc. 18. COMMUNICATIONS • A. COUNTY ENGINEER (Not on agenda) City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that this was an invitation to an Open House honoring N. A. Bravender,.Regional Engineer, who is retiring.Open House will be held January 16th from 1 to'4:30 p.m. at the Regional Office, 5908 Kauffman Avenue, Temple City. B. LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES. (Not on agenda) City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that this was notification of the general membership meeting to be held January 17, 1963, at.the Los Angeles Turf Club, Santa Anita Race Track. C. SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA PLANNING CONGRESS. (Not on agenda) • City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that this was notification of the January 10th meeting to be held in Hawthorne. D. CITY OF SOUTH PASADENA. (Not on agenda) Mayor Andersen advised the Council that this was a request to participate in a parade commemorating the 75th anniversary of the City of South Pasadena, Saturday, March 2, 1963. - 5 - I C 1-8-63 Mayor Andersen stated he would turn this request over to the Chamber of Commerce. E. NOAH A. STUMP. (Not on agenda) Mayor Andersen read in full this letter of resignation from City Treasurer Noah A. Stump. It was moved by Andersen, second by Jackman, and unanimously • carried, that this resignation be accepted with regret and thanking Mr. Stump for his services and requesting that he continue to fill the position of City Treasurer until replaced. F. NOTICE OF HEARING. (Not on agenda) . Mayor Andersen advised the Council that this was notification of hearing for an On Sale Beer License for 9322 East Valley Boulevard. Hearing is to be held on January 29, 1963, Room 215, State Building, Los Angeles. Following discussion, it was moved by Phinney, second by Andersen that a resolution of protest be prepared to be pre- sented at this hearing by the Mayor or a Councilman attending the hearing. • Attorney Watson advised the Council that he had a resolution prepared. Councilman Phinney, with agreement of second, withdrew his motion. RESOLUTION NO. 63-3. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD PROTESTING THE ISSUANCE OF AN ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE AT 9322 EAST VALLEY BOULEVARD. It was moved by Phinney, second by Andersen, that this resolution be adopted. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Stead, Phinney, Maude, Jackman, Andersen. Noes: None. Absent: None. 19. TIME RESERVED FOR THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO DESIRE TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL. T. J. Lovell, 9348 Marshall Street, advised the Council that southbound Temple City Boulevard traffic crossing Valley Boulevard is restricted to one lane which creates a hazardous condition. Mr. Lovell was advised that this matter would be referred to the Traffic Commission. 20. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS. A. City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that the following improvement projects were completed and constructions costs were: 1. Hershey Street - 8900 block south side - 228 lineal feet of curb and gutter and 942 square feet of approaches installed at a cost of $861.55. 2. Rio Hondo Avenue - 4300 block both sides - 522.75 lineal feet of curb and gutter installed at a cost of $2,723.16. It was moved by Maude, second by Andersen, and unanimously carried, that public hearings for confirmation of assessments be set for January 22, 1963. - 6 - C 1-8-63 B. City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that the City employees are eligible to participate in the Los Angeles County Fire Department Credit Union and a majority of the employees have indicated a desire to join but before payroll deductions can be made, Council approval is required. It was moved by Stead, second by Jackman, and unanimously carried, that the Council authorize payroll deductions . for City employee participation in the Los Angeles County Fire Department • Credit Union: C. Mayor Andersen advised the Council that notice has been received of.an application for an Alcoholic Beverage License for 8718 East Valley Boulevard and that he had requested a resolution of protest prepared as this location is across the street from a church. RESOLUTION NO. 63-4. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD PROTESTING THE ISSUANCE OF AN ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE AT 8718 EAST VALLEY BOULEVARD This resolution was read in full by Mayor Andersen. It was moved by Andersen, second by Stead, that Resolution No. 63-4 be adopted. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Stead, Phinney, Maude, Jackman, Andersen. Noes: None. Absent: None. D. Mayor Andersen expressed concern over the number of vacant stores in Rosemead and suggested a public meeting be held to discuss this situation. Mayor Andersen stated he would like forlandowners, merchants, Chamber of Commerce members, Planning Commissioners and Council members to attend such a meeting. Following discussion, it was moved by Maude, second by Phinney, and unanimously carried, that a public meeting be held Tuesday, January 15, 1963, in the City Hall, Council Chambers at 7:30 o'clock p.m. for a general discussion of this problem. Meeting to be chaired by the Mayor. Mayor Andersen requested the representatives of the press to cooperate in getting the word to the public of this meeting. E. Councilman Maude advised the Council that the Chamber of Commerce wants to know just what the City expects from them. The Mayor will be meeting with the Chamber on Friday and Council- man Maude requested the Council to contact either the Mayor or himself before Friday evening with any suggestions they might have. It was moved by Andersen, second by Maude, and unanimously carried, that the meeting adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 10:32 o'clock p.m. MAYOR CITY CLERK 0 - 7 -