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CC - 07-25-610 a CITY OF ROSEMEAD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA CITY COUNCIL Minutes of July 25, 1961 0 A regular meeting of Rosemead was held in Rosemead Boulevard. by Mayor Andersen at The Pledge of Allegi Farrell. the the The 8:0; ante City Council of the City of Council Chambers, 3954 North meeting was called to order 3 o'clock p.m. was led by City-Administrator The Invocation was delivered by Reverend Hanson of the Rosemead Church of Christ. 2. ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmen: Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey, Phinney, Stead. Absent: Councilmen: None. Ex officio: Watson, Farrell, Pederson, Stump, Armstrong. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES. Councilman Phinney stated that the minutes of June 29, 1961, page 2, should show that following the motion to approve page 48, a substitute motion was offered by Stead that this item be set at $9,500 and the motion died for lack of a second, it was then moved by Phinney, second by Andersen and unanimously carried that this figure be set at $10,000. It was moved by Phinney, second by Stead and unanimously carried that the minutes of June 27, 1961, be approved as printed and the minutes of June 29, 1961 be approved as corrected. It was moved by Stead, second by Phinney and unanimously carried that the minutes of July 5, 1961 be approved as printed. After discussion, it was moved by Stead, second by Lowrey and unanimously carried, that the minutes of July 11, 1961 be approved as written. After short discussion, and following the recommendations of Attorney Watson, it was moved by Lowrey, second by Jackman and unanimously carried that the policy of the City Council and the instructions to the City Clerk with respect to the minutes will be, that the minutes shall record and reflect only the action taken and items pre- sented to the Council; and that the minutes not contain pro and con discussion in the absence of a specific request by a Councilman that the substance of his remarks be noted in the minutes, and that in such case the Clerk shall enter the substance only in the minutes. 4. TIME RESERVED FOR THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO DESIRE TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL. None. Councilman Stead indicated he would like to make a pre- sentation at this time in connection with the minutes. Councilman Stead stated that "When the vote was taken on the morning of July 5 for Council approval of the 1961-62 budget Councilman Stead voted: 'Yes - with reservations'. • 0 Some of these reservations are presented below: (1) First the budget presentation should be made no later than the first neeting date of May in order to give the Council time, and with the proper resource material, to study the many City operations and programs .,and to make their own choices. (2) The budget should provide a larger amount set • aside for future capital improvements. (3) City Hall improvements of $3,600, and $800 for Sound System were not sufficiently reviewed. (4) No presentation has yet been made to the Council to select the Employees Retirement program for which $1,950 was requested. (5) The Policing and Law Enforcement needs to the extent of $96,000 were not clarified when compared with the same amount for the much larger area and population of Temple City for the same amount. (6) Amounts for "Reimbursed Mileage - Fares and Subsistence and Meeting Expenses" were not fully • broken down. It was moved by Stead, second by Phinney that it be adopted as City policy that City of Rosemead funds are not to be used for any part of the expenses of attendance at conventions, seminars, and/or any other such-gatherings for anyone other than: (1) Full time salaried employees of the City of Rosemead (2) City Councilmen of Rosemead. (3) Regular Commission appointees of the Rosemead City Council (4) Only such others as may be given prior individual approval by the Rosemead City Council. And further - that not more than two members of the Rosemead City Hall staff be absent from their regular City duties at the same time in order to attend conventions, seminars, professional meetings and such activities. It was moved by Phinney, second by Stead that the motion be amended by changing the number of the staff members from two to one. Attorney Watson stated that since the amendment was offered and seconded by the second and maker of the original motion, the original motion would be automatically amended. Councilman Stead withdrew his second and the motion to amend died for lack of second. After short discussion and with approval of the Council the wording of the motion was changed to read "attendance at 'away from home' meetings, such as conventions," etc. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey, Phinney, Stead. Noes: None. Absent: None. OLD BUSINESS 5. PARK STUDY COMMITTEE REPORT. This report was submitted by Glenn Reeder,Chairman of the Park Study Committee. -2- 0 • It was moved by Lowrey, that this report be thermo-faxed and copies sent to each Councilman for consideration at the next meeting. After short discussion, Councilman Lowrey withdrew his motion. This report was read in full by Mayor Andersen. After discussion, it was moved by Stead, second by Phinney • and unanimously carried that in order for the Council to have a more adequate basis on which to make necessary decisions regarding Rosemead Park and Recreation activities, the Staff provide each ounce man wit : (1) A copy of the Park Study Committee report just submitted. (2) A copy of the Park District Board report made in June (3) A copy of the agreement, for the current summer program, made with the City of Rosemead as a parti- cipant. (4) A copy of the 1961-62 Rosemead Park District budget • (for park and pool). (5) A copy of the budget covering the City contribution of $6,300 to the summer program. (6) An outline of the requirements (and date limits) set forth in the legislation requiring park district reorganization, including information as to: What happens if the Park District Board takes no action? If the City takes no action? If the City requests formation of a City Park District? Is the tax increase provided by recent legislation mandatory under continued "as is" operation? (7) Other pertinent information considered to be helpful to the Council. 6. ORDINANCE NO. 75. AMENDING TRAFFIC REGULATIONS (Ist Reading) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD REGULATING PARKING AT CERTAIN LOCATIONS AND AMENDING THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE. Mayor Andersen stated if there were no objections he would order this ordinance read by title only. There were no objections. Attorney Watson read this ordinance by title only. It was moved by Lowrey, second by Stead that Ordinance No.. 75 be introduced. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey, Phinney, Stead. Noes: None. Absent: None. NEW BUSINESS 0 7. COUNCIL DEC ISION> .RE: HURRY BACK DRIVE IN. Mayor Andersen requested Attorney Watson to explain briefly the position of the Council in a matter of this sort. After a brief explanation by Attorney Watson, it was moved by Andersen, second by Lowrey, and unanimously carried that the Council hear a statement from the licensee and that no further testimony be heard. -3- City Administrator Farrell read in full the report of the Hearing Officeri Attorney Watson read in full by the licensee. Joseph R; Edwards,'lfcensee would be glad to answer any ask, the letter of protest filed advised the"Council that he questions they might care to • After considerable discussion, it was moved by Lowrey, second by Jackman, that the findings of the Hearing Officer be upheld with the exception of the 30 day suspension; that there be no suspension and item (d) be clarified to require a 6 foot high wall or fence adequate to prevent through traffic; said wall or fence to be approved by the City Administrator. Mayor Andersen suggested, and the Council approved, that item (g) be worded "in the event of non-compliance with any of the foregoing conditions". Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey, Phinney, Stead. Noes: None.. Absent: None. • Mayor Andersen called a recess at 10:25 o'clock p.m. Mayor Andersen reconvened the meeting at 10:30 o'clock p.m. 8. COMPLETION OF STREET IMPROVEMENTS. CHAPTER 27 - 1911 ACT SSH CODE. DE ADALENA FROM RIO HONDO TO ELLIS.LANE. Administrative Assistant Pedersen advised the Council that a request had been received by telephone from a property owner on this street requesting the City to take action under the 1911 Act to install curb and gutter on the north side of the street (approximately 100 to 150 feet) that is not presently curbed and guttered. It was moved by PhinneyI second by Lowrey and unanimously carried that the Council instruct the Staff to proceed in this.matter in accordance with previously established City Policy. 9. RESOLUTION NO. 61-51. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY. OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $26,421.15 DEMANDS NUMBERS-990 THROUGH 1011. Mayor.Andersen requested City Administrator Farrell to read this resolution by title only and present a summary of expenditures, if there were no objections. There were no objections.. City Administrator Farrell read.this resolution by title only and presented a summary of expenditures. It was moved by Lowrey, second by Jackman that Resolution No. 61-51 be adopted. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey, Phinney, Stead. Noes: None. Absent: None. City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that deposits on the'four fireworks stands appeared on thi.s Claims and Demands as letters had been received from the Fire Department and the County Engineer advising the City 1 -4- E that these stands had been removed and the property cleared in accordance with all ordinance requirements. 10. APPOINTMENT OF DEPUTY CITY TREASURER. It was moved by Jackman, second by Lowrey that the Council appoint Mrs. Katherine Phillips as Deputy City Treasurer. - During the discussion following this motion, Councilman Jackman explained that it was his intention that the Deputy City Treasurer would serve only in the absence or disability of the City Treasurer and this service to be without compensation. Councilman Stead offered a substitute motion, second by Phinney that the Deputy City Treasurer be Jim Como if he would accept. Roll call vote on the substitute motion was as follows: Ayes: Phinn ey , Stead. Noes: Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey. Councilman Stead requested that the minutes show that he is opposed to the appointment of a City Hall employee as Deputy City Treasurer since it seems we already have too much of a closed corporation. • Roll call vote oo the original motion as follows: Ayes: Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey. Noes: Stead. Absent: None. Councilman Phinney abstained from voting. Attorney Watson advised the Council that they should fix the amount of bond and require bonding. It was moved by Lowrey, second by Jackman and unanimously carried that a bond in the same amount as carried by the City Treasurer be obtained for the Deputy City Treasurer. Mayor Andersen stated he would like the City Administrator to investigate the possible need of higher bonding. There were no objections. So ordered. 11. COMMUNICATIONS: A. CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL • This communication was read in full by City Administrator Farrell. City Administrator Farrell advised the council that he had also been contacted by Inspector Knowles and Lt. Layton of the California Highway Patrol. After short discussion, it was moved by Lowrey, second by Andersen that a resolution be prepared voicing the same objections that other affected cities have voiced and expressing the opinion that this matter should have come up before the beginning of the fiscal year and urging that withdrawal be delayed at least until July 1, 1962. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Andersen, Jackman, Lowrey, Phinney, Stead. Noes: None. Absent: None. B. ROSEMEAD PARK RE: TENNIS CLUB This communication regarding an organizational meeting to be held July 26, 1961, at 7:30 p.m.in the Rosemead High School gym. Mayor Andersen ordered this communi- cation received and filed. -5- 0 0 C. City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that a letter has been received from Supervisor Bonelli re- garding the Regional Library. He further stated that the County Librarian has taken official action to acquire the property on the Southeast corner of Muscatel and Valley as the Regional Library site. • D. Mayor Andersen advised the Council he had received a notification today of the August 3, 1961 meeting of the League of California Cities and requested those planning to attend to please notify Deputy City Clerk Armstrong so reservations can be made. E. Mayor Andersen advised the Council that he had received notification today from the County Sanitation District regarding a ground breaking ceremony to be held at 2:00 p.m. August 2, 1961, at the intersection of Rosemead and San Gabriel Blvd. and requesting repre- sentatives from the City to attend. 12. TIME RESERVED FOR THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO DESIRE TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL. o NONE. 13. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS A. Administrative Assistant Pederson advised the Council that he had some recommendations from the Traffic Commission. 1. The Traffic Commission recommended that a three ton weight limit sign be installed on Marshall Street east of Walnut Grove Avenue, and "Slow to 20 MPH" signs be installed in conjunction with the "Curve" signs on Marshall Street between Walnut Grove Avenue and Rosemead Boulevard and that the dip conditions be modified at the intersection of Marshall Street and Muscatel Avenue. Cost estimate of this modification is $500 to $1000. o Mayor Andersen stated that this item was not on the agenda and since a considerable expenditure was involved before proceeding with the matter, he wished to know if there were any objections from the Council. There were no objections. It was moved by Lowrey, second by Jackman and unanimously carried that these three recommendations be approved. 2. Administrative Assistant Pederson advised the Council that the Traffic Commission recommends that a "Not a Through Street" sign be installed on the north side of Zerelda Street at the west line of Bartlett Avenue. It was moved by Jackman, second by Lowrey and unanimously carried that this recommendation be approved. B. Mayor Andersen requested Councilmen planning to attend the 63rd Annual Conference of the League of California Cities in San Francisco in October, to notify the Deputy City Clerk as soon as possible so necessary reservations can be made. C. Councilman Phinney stated that he felt that no salary surveys should be made by the City Administrator and/or Staff except by the request of the City Council and he felt the City'Council would request surveys of this r. 0 • type only previous to budget study. 0. Mayor Andersen stated that some city meetings have been running into the early morning hours and therefore he • wanted to take this opportunity to request the Planning Commission and the Traffic Commission to give consideration to possible ways of ending commission meetings at an earlier hour. It was moved by Lowrey, second by Jackman and unanimously carried that the meeting adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 11:20 o'clock p.m. Next regular meeting August 8, 1961. MAYOR T K 0 I* 0