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CC - 09-25-62I ~ CITY OF ROSEMEAD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA CITY COUNCIL Minutes of September 25, 1962 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 40 o'clock p.m. 1. CALL TO ORDER The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Phinney. The Invocation was delivered by Reverend Lowell Wendt of the Hope Union Church. 2. ROLL CALL Present: Councilmen: Andersen, Jackman, Phinney, Stead. Absent: Councilmen: Maude. • Ex officio: Watson, Farrell, Stump, Armstrong. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES. SEPTEMBER 11, 1962 - REGULAR MEETING. Council=n3n Stead requested that on page 3, paragraph 2, line 2, the words "with guitar and tenor saxophone" be added following the words "jam session". It was moved by Stead, second by Jackman, and unanimously carried, that the minutes of September 11, 1962 be approved as corrected. 4. 11 0 5. TIME RESERVED FOR THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO DESIRE TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL Lloyd Alexander, 4403 Muscatel Avenue, stated that curb and gutter had been installed on his private property. Attorney Watson advised Mr. Alexander that the Council would honor a reasonable claim for the property in question and suggest- ed that he confer with the City Administrator and submit a claim to the Council. Mr. Alexander indicated he was not in agreement with this suggestion as he felt the widening of Edmond Drive to a 36 foot street was not warranted. Attorney Watson advised Mr position in this matter. PUBLIC HEARINGS Alexander of the City's legal ORDINANCE NO. 100. PLUMBING CODE. Attorney Watson stated this item should go off the agenda as further revisions are necessary in the ordinance. Mayor Andersen ordered this matter deferred to a later date, if there were no objections. There were no objections. C 9-25-62 0 6. ATTORNEY'S OPINION RE: MOTION GRANTING ENTERTAINMENT PERMIT. Attorney Watson stated that the motion to grant this permit could be amended to omit piano and banjo music and provide that singing be permitted by patrons only. Attorney Watson further stated that the Council has the right to place any reasonable condition on the granting of a license. It was moved by Phinney, second by Stead, that the City Admin- istrator notify the owner of the Winchester that he is in violation of a condition and he should show cause why his license should not be revoked. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Phinney, Stead. Noes: Andersen, Jackman. Absent: Maude. Mayor Andersen stated if there were no objections he would instruct the City Attorney to prepare a letter to the Law Enforcement Agency in this regard instructing them how to proceed. There were no objections. 7. ORDINANCE NO. 101. RAISING SPEED LIMITS ON TEMPLE CITY BOULEVARD AND WALNUT GROVE AVENUE. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD DETER- MINING AND DECLARING A PRIMA FACIE SPEED LIMIT ON A PORTION OF TEMPLE CITY BOULEVARD AND A PORTION OF WALNUT GROVE AVENUE WITHIN SAID CITY. At the request of Mayor Andersen, Attorney Watson read this ordinance in full. It was moved by Jackman, second by Phinney, that Ordinance No. 101 be introduced. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Andersen, Jackman, Phinney, Stead. Noes: None. Absent: Maude. 8. REPORT ON COMPLETION OF IMPROVEMENTS - SETTING HEARING DATE ON ASSESSMENTS. EDMOND DRIVE - GARVEY AVENUE - IVAR AVENUE. • City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that he had reported the completion of curb and gutter installation on Edmond Drive at the last meeting and he was now reporting the completion of the curb return and cross gutter on the northeast corner of Edmond Drive and Walnut Grove Avenue. City Administrator Farrell reported the sidewalk on Garvey Avenue completed and in two places driveway depressions were eliminated where buildings have been built making them no longer necessary. Owners will be billed for 223 lineal feet of sidewalk. City Administrator Farrell reported that on Ivar Avenue 71 lineal feet of curb and gutter is completed. City Administrator Farrell reported Delta Avenue also completed S with the installation of 1,341 lineal feet of curb and gutter and 22 cubic yards of cross gutter. Mayor Andersen asked if there were any objections to adding the Delta Avenue report to the agenda? There were no objections. Alice Ferl, 8652 Edmond Drive, made inquiry regarding drainage on Edmond Drive due to incomplete curb and gutter installation on the southeast corner of Walnut Grove Avenue and Edmond Drive. - 2 - • • C 9-25-62 City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that the matter of drainage had been checked and approved by the Engineer's Office. It was moved by Andersen, second by Stead, and unanimously carried, that November 13, 1962 be set as the date for Public Hearings on assessments for Edmond Drive, Garvey Avenue, Ivar Avenue and Delta Avenue. 0 ' 9. ACQUISITION OF PROPERTY - 3714 WALNUT GROVE AVENUE. City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that acquisition of this property had been previously authorized by the Council on July 26, 1962, but due to a clerical error in the report made to the City a condition of this acquisition had been omitted. The approval should have included the condition that the entire house at the subject property be demolished by the City at no added cost or direct assessment to the grantor; purchase price of the property is $2,650.00. It was moved by Andersen, second by Jackman, that this condition for acquisition of this property be approved. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Andersen, Jackman, Phinney, Stead. Noes: None. Absent: Maude. 0 NEW BUSINESS 10. RESOLUTION NO. 62-58. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $13,503.55 DEMANDS NUMBERS 1714 THROUGH 1738. 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 Phinney, that Resolution No. 62-58 be adopted. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Andersen, Jackman, Phinney, Stead. Noes: None. Absent: Maude. 11. DEDICATION OF ROAD EASEMENT - TEMPLE CITY BOULEVARD. H. E. CRANDALL Attorney Watson advised the Council that the approval of the County Engineer was not noted on this document and recommended that this matter be deferred to the next meeting. Mayor Andersen ordered this matter deferred to the next meeting, if there were no objections. There were no objections. 12. DEDICATION OF ROAD EASEMENT - TEMPLE CITY BOULEVARD. G.H. STRACK. S Attorney Watson advised the Council that the approval of the County Engineer was also missing from this document and recommend- ed that this matter be deferred to the next meeting. Mayor Andersen ordered this matter deferred to the next meeting, if there were-no objections. There were no objections. - 3 - C 9-25-62 0 13 14 15 COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION. OFF-STREET PARKING REQUIREMENTS. 0 City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that the Planning Commission had recommended that the City Council adopt an urgency ordinance requiring one off-street parking space for every four seats or 1 parking space for every 35 square feet of building area, which ever is greater, for businesses where alcoholic beverages are sold. Mayor Andersen requested Attorney Watson to read in full the study draft of this ordinance prepared by his office. Attorney Watson advised the Council that the Planning Commission had recommended only the objective of the ordinance and have not had an opportunity to study the ordinance as prepared. ORDINANCE NO. 102. AN ORDINANCE ING THE TEMPORARY INTERIM ZONING AREAS FOR ESTABLISHMENTS SELLING ON THE PREMISES. OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD AMEND- ORDINANCE TO PROVIDE PARKING FOOD OR BEVERAGES TO BE CONSUMED Attorney Watson read this ordinance in full. Following discussion, it was moved by Phinney, second by Stead, that Ordinance No. 102 be introduced. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Andersen, Jackman, Phinney, Stead. Noes: None. Absent: Maude. COMMITTEE REPORTS. None. COMMUNICATIONS A. STATE DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS. RE: ACCESS TO ROSEMEAD BOULEVARD FROM SOUTH OF FREEWAY. This communication again denying the city's request for access to Rosemead Boulevard for residents living south of the Freeway was read in full by City Admin- istrator Farrell. Mayor Andersen ordered this communication received and filed if there were no objections. There were no objections. B. LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES. REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING. City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that this was notification of the regular monthly meeting of the League of California Cities to be held October 4, 1962. 0 Mayor Andersen requested those planning to attend to please notify Deputy City Clerk Armstrong for reservations. C. UNITED NATIONS DAY. 1. UNITED STATES COMMITTEE FOR UNITED NATIONS DAY. 2. COMMUNITY METHODIST CHURCH. Maycr.Andersen.stated he had received a communication: from the United States Committee for United Nations Day requesting him to issue a proclamation declaring - 4 - • C 9-25-62 0 October 24, 1962, as United Nations Day.. He stated. he had also received a communication from the Community Methodist Church signed by Carl E. Vandercook,Chairman of the Commission on Christian Social Concerns. Mayor Andersen read in full this communication which requested the City to officially observe United Nations Day, October 24th and that a United Nations flag (to be loaned by the Church) be flown at the City Hall on • that day. Alice Ferl, 8652 Edmond Drive, read an excerpt from an editorial which appeared in the Los Angeles Times on September 19, 1962. Following discussion, it was moved by Stead, second by Phinney, that the City fly the United Nations Flag at the City Hall on. United Nations Day, October 24, 1962. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Jackman, Phinney, Stead. Noes: None. Absent: Maude. Mayor Andersen abstained from voting. It was moved by Jackman, second by Phinney, that the Mayor proclaim October 24, 1962, as United Nations Day and that it. be observed as such in the City of Rosemead. • Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Jackman, Phinney, Stead. Noes: None. Absent: Maude. Mayor Andersen abstained from voting. D. STATE-WIDE SECURITY PATROL. This communication, signed by Herbert H. Bruce, owner, stating he had a bid ready to submit on the formation of a tri-city police department for the cities of Rosemead, Temple City and South E1 Monte, was read in full by Mayor Andersen. It was moved by Phinney, second by Stead, and unanimously carried, that the City Administrator reply to this letter thanking Mr. Bruce for his interest and advising him that if in the future we become interested, he will be so advised. S E. LAWRENCE BROWNELL. This letter of resignation from the Traffic Commission was read in full by Mayor Andersen. It was moved by Andersen, second by Stead, and unanimously carried, that this resignation be accepted with regret. Mayor Andersen requested that a Certificate of Appreciation be prepared for Mr. Brownell and presented at an opportune time. F. BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, WARREN DORN. (Not on agenda) Mayor Andersen read in full this communication re- questing that a letter or resolution be written honoring Maury Wills as the all-time National League base steal- ing champion to be placed in a scrap book and presented to Mr. Wills at 2:00 p.m., September 28, 1962. It was moved by Andersen, second by Phinney, and unanimously carried, that a letter be prepared as requested for presentation to Maury Wills. - 5 - C 9-25-62 G. K. T. THOMPSON. (Not on agenda) This letter thanking the Council for their resolution of commendation, was read in full by Mayor Andersen. Mayor Andersen ordered this communication received and filed. H. MRS. WILMA D. BARCHARD. This communication regarding the formation of a Senior Citizens group in the City of Rosemead and requesting assistance in obtaining a meeting place was summarized by Mayor Andersen. Mrs. Barchard addressed the Council and was advised that the City does not own the building she is inter- ested in. Homer Thayer, Chairman of the Golden Age Club addressed the Council and stated he had attended the meeting and agreed there is a need for both clubs in the area. He also stated there is room for more members in his group. 16. TIME RESERVED FOR THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO DESIRE TO ADDRESS • THE COUNCIL. A. Harry Tullar, 8919 Bentel Avenue, stated that the loss of Mr. Lawrence Brownell from the Traffic Commission was a distinct loss to the City and that Mr. Brownell was one of the best presiding officers he had ever met. B. R. K. McCaffree, Chamber of Commerce Manager, thanked the City for their cooperation on Rosemead Day at the Fair and also advised the Council of the Los Angeles County Medical Association mass oral polio immunization program to be conducted at Rosemead High School and Marshall School on October 21st and 28th. C. Mr. Ed Zube, Manager of the Rosemead Concert Band, advised the Council that the purchase of the uniforms had been arranged. There were 45 rather than 60 uniforms but it is anticipated several more uniforms will be forthcoming. Mr. Zube quoted a number of figures he had obtained regarding cap decorations, arm insignias and buttons for these uniforms. Following discussion, it was moved by Phinney, second by Stead, that the City allow $150.00 for the purchase of cap decorations, uniform insignias and buttons. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Andersen, Jackman, Phinney, Stead. Noes: None. Absent: Maude. Attorney Watson requested Mr. Zube to file an amended copy of the constitution and by-laws of the Rosemead Concert Band in the City Hall at his earliest convenience. 17. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS. A. Mayor Andersen introduced Chief John D. Barton of the Los • Angeles County Fire Department. B. Mayor Andersen advised the Council that he will be calling a personnel session in the near future to consider appointments to the Planning and Traffic Commissions. - 6 - C 9-25-62 0 C. Mayor Andersen requested that in future more information be sent out with the agenda. Councilman Stead suggested that the Claims and Demands reso- lution and summary be mailed out with the agenda. It was moved by Phinney, second by Andersen, and unanimously carried, that the meeting adjourn. Meeting adjourned at . 10:04 o'clock p.m. MAYOR CITY CLERK 0 0 - 7 -