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CC - 07-24-62CITY OF ROSEMEAD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA CITY COUNCIL Minutes of July 24, 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 8:02 o'clock p.m. 1. CALL TO ORDER The.Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Maude. The Invocation was delivered by Councilman Jackman. 2. ROLL CALL Present: Councilmen: Andersen, Jackman, Maude, Phinney, Stead. Absent: Councilmen: None. Ex officio: Watson, Farrell, Stump, Armstrong. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES. JULY 10, 1962 - REGULAR MEETING It was moved by Jackman, second by Maude, and unanimously carried, that the minutes of July 10, 1962 be approved as printed. 4. TIME RESERVED FOR THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO DESIRE TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL John Parker, 3660 Rockhold Avenue, R. K. McCaffree, 9271 Steele Street, John McFarland, 4026 Rosemead Boulevard, and Harold Walter, 3654 Rockhold Street, addressed the Council regarding an article in today's edition of the Herald-Examiner stating that the Los Angeles County Medical Association will institute a program to provide Sabin Oral Polio Vaccine to the • public at 25C per dose, and expressed opposition to the County providing any funds to underwrite this program.* Councilman Phinney read the newspaper article in full. Mayor Andersen advised the audience that this article referred to a county wide organization and not to the County of Los Angeles. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 5. ORDINANCE NO. 96. CALIFORNIA WATER AND TELEPHONE FRANCHISE (2nd Reading) Attorney Watson again requested deferrment of the adoption of • this ordinance. Mayor Andersen stated if there were no objections, this matter would be deferred to a later meeting. There were no objections. 6. ORDINANCE NO. 98. ENCROACHMENT FOR MID-BLOCK CROSSWALK. Attorney Watson read this ordinance by title only and gave a brief explanation, at the request of Mayor Andersen. - 1 - 7-24-62 • R. K. McCaffree, Chamber of Commerce Manager, presented a petition to the Council signed by 46 merchants and/or property owners in the block between Hart Street and Rosemead Boulevard on Valley Boulevard favoring the installation of this crosswalk. This petition request was read in full by Mayor Andersen. It was moved by Phinney, second by Andersen, that Ordinance No. 98 be adopted. • Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Andersen, Maude, Phinney, Stead. Noes: Jackman. Absent: None. 7. RESOLUTION NO. RE: PRAYERS IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS. Mayor Andersen stated this matter would be placed later on the agenda if there were no objections. There were no objections. 8. REPORT OF CITY.ADMINISTRATOR ON COMPLETION OF IMPROVEMENTS - SETTING HEARING DATE ON ASSESSMENTS. City Administrator Farrell reported that improvements had been installed at the following locations: • 1. 9022 Ralph Street at a cost of $176.25. 2. 9333 Ralph Street at a cost of $176.25. 3. 9227 Valley Boulevard at 'a cost of $312.30. It was moved by Phinney, second by Maude, and unanimously carried that the Public Hearing on these assessments be set for August 14, 1962. 9. MOTION RE: COACH AIR TRAVEL, Councilman Stead read in full his motion from the last meeting as changed during discussion as follows: Effective immediately, all air travel which is paid for by the City of Rosemead shall be by coach or comparable rate accommodations schedule permitting. Following lengthy discussion, it was moved by Phinney, second by Jackman, and unanimously carried, that this matter be deferred until the Council has more detailed information con- cerning all phases of travel expense such as all travel. rates, lodging, meals, etc. . NEW BUSINESS 10. COUNCIL DETERMINATION. ENTERTAINMENT LICENSE. THE WINCHESTER, City Administrator Farrell presented the findings and recom- mendations of the Hearing Officer on this application. Jack Winchester, owner, applicant filed a letter with the Council from the Post Detective Service stating that an officer will be • on duty at this location. Following discuss.ion, it was moved by Jackman, second by Maude, and unanimously carried, that this entertainment permit be granted subject to the recommendations of the Hearing Officer and that two of the findings also be placed as conditions. 1. That an officer be on duty from 8:00 o'clock p.m. to 2:00 o'clock a.m., and - 2 - 7-24-62 • C 2. That music be provided by a banjo and piano and patrons allowed to sing. 11. COUNCIL DETERMINATION. ENTERTAINMENT LICENSE. SAN MORITZ INN. City Administrator Farrell presented the findings and recommen- ations of the Hearing Officer regarding this application. 0 Following discussion, it was moved by Jackman, second by Andersen, and unanimously carried, that this entertainment permit be granted subject to the recommendations of the Hearing Officer and that) finding No. 3 be added as a condition. 12. RESOLUTION NO. 6245. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING CERTAIN,CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $15,447.14 DEMANDS NUMBERS 1619 THROUGH 1645. Mayor Andersen ordered this resolution read by title only and a summary of expenditures presented, if there were no objections. There were no objections. 0 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. 62-45 be adopted: J Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Andersen, Jackman, Maude, Phinney, Stead. Noes: None. Absent: None. 13. DISCUSSION OF HIGHWAY USER TAXES Mayor Andersen advised the Council that the League of California Cities is anxious to receive an opinion from cities regarding this matter. Following short discussion, it was moved by Andersen, second by Stead, and unanimously carried, that the City Attorney be in- structed to prepare a resolution for adoption at the next meet- ing urging the League to support legislation favoring an increase in Highway User Taxes. Mayor Andersen stated that Reverend Gerard Kaye had arrived and Item 7 on the agenda could be considered at this time. RESOLUTION NO. RE: PRAYERS IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS. RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD IN SUPPORT OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE UNITED STATES CONSTITUTION TO PERMIT PRAYER IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS. This resolution was read in full by Mayor Andersen. i Reverend Kaye addressed the Council regarding this matter: 0 (Reverend Kaye's summary not prepared as yet) Harry E. Tullar, 8919 Bentel Avenue addressed the Council upholding the Sup'ireme Court Ruling. Willietta Kunz, 3911 Ivar Avenue, addressed the Council regard- ing this matter. Following discusslion, it was moved by Phinney, second by Maude that the Council go on record concurring with the Supreme Court -3- o • • 7-24-62 decision on prayers in public schools as the only decision possible under the circumstances. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Maude, Phinney. Noes: Andersen, Jackman, Stead. Absent: None. It was moved by Andersen, second by Stead, that a resolution be prepared indicating that because of the apparent misinter- pretation of the Supreme Court ruling on prayers in public schools, expressing the concern of the Council and urging non-denomination and voluntary prayers in all schools, and that copies be sent to Senators, Congressmen, Supervisor Bonelli, local churches and organizations and leading citizens. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Andersen, Jackman, Maude, Phinney, Stead. Noes: None. Absent: None. Mayor Andersen took this opportunity to present a Certificate of Appreciation to Reverend Kaye. 14. CHAMBER REQUEST: CITY BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION. R. K. McCaffree, Chamber of Commerce Manager, advised the Council that a sale commerating the City's third birthday would 41 be held on August 2 from 7 to 11 p.m., and, it was felt that it would be fitting if the City would provide the refreshments. Following discussion, it was moved by Andersen, second by Maude, and unanimously carried, that the Council authorize expenditure of $35.00 toward cake, coffee and punch for this celebration and the City Administrator and staff instructed to work with the Chamber of Commerce. 15. APPOINTMENT OF LIAISON TO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE. Mayor Andersen stated if there were no objections he would order this matter deferred to the next regular meeting. There were no objections. • 16. COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS. None. 17. COMMITTEE REPORTS. None. 14. COMMUNICATIONS A. RICHARD NEVINS - RE: PROPOSITION NO. 4. Mayor Andersen advised the Council that this communication urged opposition to Proposition No. 4, and he suggested that action be deferred until the matter has been investigated. • There were no objections. B. LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES AUGUST MEETING. Mayor Andersen advised the Council that this was notification of the regular meeting to be held August 2, 1962 and requested those planning to attend to make reservations with Deputy City Clerk Armstrong. - 4 - • 7-24-62 0 C. UPPER SAN GABRIEL VALLEY WATER ASSOCIATION. MEETING. Mayor Andersen read this communication inviting the Council to attend the Association meeting. Since all Councilmen indicated they would be unable to attend Mayor Andersen ordered this communication received and filed. Ll 19. TIME RESERVED FOR THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO DESIRE TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL. Willietta Kunz, 3911 Ivar Avenue, advised the Council that the Community Chest would be holding an open meeting on August 16, at Muscatel School which the public is urged to attend. R. K. McCaffree, Chamber of Commerce Manager, announced that August 21 will be Rosemead night with the Angels. Tickets will be available at the Chamber office. 20. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS. Councilman Phinney read in full a resolution he had prepared • urging that public funds not be used to underwrite any program to provide Sabin Oral Polio Vaccine to the public as service clubs are already performing this service at no cost to the tax payer. It was moved by Phinney, second by Jackman that this resolution be adopted. Following discussion, Mayor Andersen ordered this matter deferred to the next meeting at the request of Councilman Phinney. It was moved by Phinney, second by Andersen and unanimously carried that the meeting adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 10:54 o'clock p.m. 0 MAYOR CITY CLERK 0 - 5 -