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CC - 06-13-61CITY OF ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA Minutes of June 13, 1961. A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Rosemead was held in the Council Chambers, 3954 North Rosemead Boulevard. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Andersen at 8:02 • o'clock p.m. 1. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Andersen. The Invocation was delivered by Reverend Carl Miller, Chaplin for the Goodwill Industries. 2. ROLL CALL. Present: Councilmen: Andersen, Lowrey, Phinney, Stead. Absent: Councilmen: Jackman. Ex officio: Watson, Farrell, Stump, Armstrong. 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES. MAY 23, 1961. It was moved by Lowrey, second by Andersen, and unanimously carried that the minutes of May 23, 1961 be approved as written. 4. TIME RESERVED FOR THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO DESIRE TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL. SPECIAL PRESENTATION - SOUTHERN PACIFIC RAILROAD. John Gordon, Attorney at Law, advised the Council of the proposal of Southern Pacific Railroad to merge the Southern Pacific Railroad and the Western Pacific Railroad and requested the Council to pass a resolution intervening on behalf of Southern Pacific Railroad. Mayor Andersen advised Mr. Gordon that this request would be • taken under consideration, and thanked Mr. Gordon for his presentation. Chief Byron D. Robinson, Los Angeles County Fire Department advised the Council that the Rosemead Kiwanis Club has supplied the Fire Department with a new film on rescue breathing. The Department would like the opportunity to present this film before all the residents of the City to familiarize more persons with mouth to mouth resuscitation that has saved so many lives. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 5. PUBLIC HEARING. GRAND AVENUE VACATION. • Mayor Andersen stated that this was the time and place set for a Public Hearing on the proposed vacation of a portion of Grand Avenue. Attorney Watson described the portion proposed to be vacated and stated that posting of the property had been done in compliance with Code requirements. Attorney Watson asked Deputy City Clerk Armstrong if any written protests had been received. Deputy City Clerk Armstrong stated that no written protests had been received. • Attorney Watson asked City Administrator Farrell if it had been determined that this property is riot needed for present or future street purposes. City Administrator Farrell stated that this portion is not needed for present or future road purposes. Councilman Stead inquired whether or not the City had evidence • of the original dedication. Attorney Watson stated that such information was not in the Department of Real Estate Management report and he would assume that the City did not have such knowledge. Attorney Watson stated that the customary procedure is for property vacated to be returned to the present owner of the parcel that this vacated portion was originally a part of. It was moved by Lowrey, second by Stead, that this vacation be granted. Mayor Andersen stated that the proper action would be for the Council to adopt a resolution granting this vacation. RESOLUTION NO. 61-41. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE • CITY OF ROSEMEAD ORDERING THE VACATION OF A PORTION OF GRAND AVENUE. Mayor Andersen ordered this resolution read by title only, in view of the foregoing motion. Attorney Watson read this resolution by title only. It was moved by Lowrey, second by Stead, that Resolution No. 61-41 be adopted. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Andersen, Lowrey, Phinney, Stead. Noes: None. Absent: Jackman. NEW BUSINESS • 6. RESOLUTION NO. 61-42. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $8,381.20 DEMANDS NUMBERS 921 THROUGH 947. Mayor Andersen stated if there were no objections, he would order this resolution read by title only, and a summary of expenditures presented. There were no objections. City Administrator Farrell read Resolution No. 61-42 by title only and presented a summary of expenditures. It was moved by Lowrey, second by Phinney, that Resolution No. 61-42 be adopted. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Andersen, Lowrey, Phinney, • Stead. Noes: None. Absent: Jackman. 7. APPROVAL OF FIREWORKS PERMITS. City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that applications have been received from four Rosemead organizations for fire- works sales permits. Applicants are: American Legion Loyal Order of Moose Young Men's Christian Association, and Rosemead Ward Enterprises (Latter Day Saints Church) - 2 - City Administrator Farrell'.further stated that the proposed locations have been checked and meet requirements. All organizations have furnished Certificates of Insurance except one. Robert Young, representing the YMCA advised Mr. Farrell that he had the Certificate of Insurance for filing at this time. It was moved by Lowrey, second by Andersen, and unanimously carried that these four permits be approved. 8. TRAFFIC COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: RESTRICTED PARKING- RIO HONDO AVENUE. City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that the Traffic Commission had recommended the installation of red curb on the west side of Rio Hondo Avenue from the north curb return on Valley Boulevard northerly for a distance of 36 feet. It was moved by Lowrey, second by Andersen, and unanimously carried, that this recommendation be approved. • 9. COMPLETION OF STREET IMPROVEMENTS. CHAPTER 27 - 1911 ACT. STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE. City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that pursuant to policy established by the Council that when 60% or more of the property owners on one side of a street in a block have installed curbs and gutters and/or sidewalks, the City will request the remaining property owners to install curbs and gutters and/or sidewalks to complete the entire block. Recently, Bentel Avenue from Rosemead Boulevard to Loma Avenue, with the exception of only one property has had curbs and gutters installed. It was moved by Lowrey, second by Andersen, that the owner of this property be contacted by the City Administrator and urged to install curb and gutter in conformance with established City policy. • It was moved by Phinney, second by Stead, and unanimously carried that the motion be amended to authorize and instruct the City Administrator and the Street Superintendent, in conformance with Section 5876 (Streets and Highways Code) to proceed after due notification. Motion, as amended, carried unanimously. Mayor Andersen stated that since the next item on the agenda might take considerable time, anyone in the audience who wished to address the Council might do so at this time. Eleanor Harper, 4103 Rio Hondo Avenue, stated that she had a number of petitions regarding the Hurry Back Cafe that she would like to file at this time. Mayor Andersen stated that he would receive these petitions for the City Council, as they should not be filed with the City Administrator as he is the Hearing Officer for the City, and the hearing is officially closed. Mayor Andersen turned the petitions over to Deputy City Clerk Armstrong for filing in the City Hall. City Administrator Farrell stated as a matter of record that these petitions may be considered by the City Council and the City Attorney. They may be considered by the City Council at the time the Council receives and considers the report of the Hearing Officer. - 3 - 0 J Attorney Watson stated that the foregoing statements were correct, that since the hearing is closed, no further evidence can be submitted to the Hearing Officer. 10. PRESENTATION OF PROPOSED BUDGET 1961-62 FISCAL YEAR. Councilman Lowrey asked if it would be proper, rather than • formally receive the budget at this time, to postpone receipt until an adjourned meeting on Monday night, since Councilman Jackman was out of town and he had just returned from Sacramento and had not had an opportunity to study the proposed budget. Mayor Andersen stated that he felt the budget should be presented at this time as Mr. Farrell might have some corrections which could be made at this time. Mayor Andersen further stated that he had discussed this matter with Councilman Jackman before he left on vacation and Councilman Jackman had indicated that he would have no objections to the presentation of the budget or to the holding of a budget session during his absence. City Administrator Farrell presented the summary of the proposed budget. (Page 6) City Administrator Farrell placed the estimated revenue, estimated appropriations and estimated fund balance figures on the blackboard for the benefit of the audience. City Administrator Farrell read the budget message in full for the benefit of the audience. City Administrator Farrell requested the Council to turn to Maintenance of Traffic Signals (Page 49) and add the word "County" after contractual services, and to also add another item "Contractual Services - State and the amount of $2,700. This $2,700 is the city's share of maintenance of traffic signals on State Highways. The $1,400 shown after Contractual Services - County, should be changed to $1,000. Under Fund Distribution - Traffic and Safety Fund $1,400 should be corrected to read $1,000 and Gas Tax Maintenance should read $2,700. Councilman Stead made inquiry regarding the increase in revenue (Page 7) under Franchises and wished to know if this was due to the rubbish disposal franchise. City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that this was included, also revenue from all franchises in the City such as Edison Company, the Gas Companies, and also the proposed franchise of California Water and Telephone Company. City Administrator Farrell presented the Council with a copy of the Capitol Improvement Program at this time. Councilman Stead inquired as to whether or not any estimated revenue was considered which indicated the granting of a taxi- cab franchise. l~ City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that a report has been prepared regarding taxicab franchises, and discussions have been held with the Sheriff's Department, License Detail, but asof this date no action has been taken, therefore, no revenue has been estimated from this source. Councilman Stead made inquiry regarding Business Licenses shown as decreasing from $60 to $40 and inquired as to the source of this revenue. City Administrator Farrell asked the Deputy City Clerk to clarify this point. - 4 - J Deputy City Clerk Armstrong stated that this represents Fireworks Sales Permits granted by the City. Councilman Stead made inquiry regarding Traffic Safety Fund, Vehicle Code Fines, stating that this seems considerably higher than previously estimated and he wondered if the City could properly estimate$32,000 for 1960-61 and$30,000 for next year. City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that he had contacted the California Highway Patrol and the Sheriff's Department and both of these agencies had indicated that in • their opinion there would be little change. Councilman Stead indicated that some residents of Rosemead seem to feel that the intersection of Rosemead Boulevard and the San Bernardino Freeway receives a large number of citations due to inadequate emergency lane markings on the Freeway which perhaps invites violations. Councilman Phinney stated that he had noticed that Temple City police costs are pretty much in line with the City of Rosemead and he was wondering if they were low or if we were high. City Administrator Farrell stated that he would not care to comment on Temple City's level of law enforcement. City Administrator Farrell briefly outlined the Capitol Improvement Program at this time. Councilman Lowrey asked if the Army Corps of Engineers had been contacted regarding the bridge on Walnut Grove Avenue at the Rubio Wash. City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that this had been investigated and there is no possibility of assistance from this source. Mayor Andersen stated that since a representative of the Chamber of Commerce was present, it might be well to review the Community Promotions portion of the budget at this time. City Administrator Farrell outlined the proposals under Community Promotion. (Page 30) The Council discussed the possible nights for holding a budget study session and after a short discussion it was determined that the meeting would be adjourned this evening to Monday, June 19, 1961 in the City Hall, for a budget study session. 11. COMMUNICATIONS A. MONTIVEL A. BURKE. RE: SIGNALIZATION-ROSEMEAD BOULEVARD AND VALLEY BOULEVARD. This communication was read in full by City Administrator Farrell. After a short discussion, during which the Council was assured that the City Administrator is following through on this problem, Mayor Andersen ordered this communication received and filed, if there were no objections. There • were no objections. B. ROSEMEAD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUDGET FOR 1961-62 FISCAL YEAR. Frank J. DiNoto, President of the Chamber of Commerce, stated that copies of the proposed Chamber Budget are available at the Chamber office. - 5 - Mr. DiNoto stated that the budget has been prepared being very optimistic on the income aspect of the report and also very optimistic on the amount of work the Chamber will have to do in order to secure the funds shown in the report. Mr. DiNoto stated further that he hoped the Council would give this budget favorable consideration as the Chamber has a sound program in existance. • Mayor Andersen requested the Council to agree to discuss the Chamber of Commerce portion of the Proposed City Budget on Monday night so the Chamber of Commerce could have representatives present. There were no objections. C. LOS ANGELES CHAMBER OF COMMERCE. RE: LUNCHEON JUNE 19, 1961. City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that this was an invitation to attend a luncheon and film "Communism on the Map". Councilman Lowrey indicated that he would attend. D. CALIFORNIA CONTRACT CITIES ASSOCIATION. City Administrator Farrell advised the Council that this communication had arrived toolate to be placed on the • agenda. This communication notified the Council of the next regular meeting of the association on June 23, 1961. Mayor Andersen and Councilmen Phinney and Stead indicated they plan to attend. 12. TIME RESERVED FOR THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO DESIRE TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL. John R. Horning, 9254 East Marshall Street, asked a number of questions regarding the present installation of curbs in the City. Mr. Horning wished to know if any consideration was being given to the fact that a number of the streets being curbed at the present time were planned a number of years ago and are extremely narrow. Mr. Horning also wished to know if it becomes necessary to remove curbing at some future date, that has been installed by the property owner in conformance `i with present City requirements, will the City bear the cost of the removal and the new installation? City Administrator Farrell advised the deal of thought has been given to this recommend that the City establish a 36 streets. Mr. Farrell further stated t referred to the Planning Commission as overall planning program. Council that a great problem, and he would foot minimum width for iat this should be a part of the City's Mayor Andersen stated that it would seem advisable for all curbing activity to cease until such time as a definite decision has been made regarding minimum street width. Mayor Andersen requested City Administrator Farrell to determine the thinking of the Planning Commission and the Traffic Commission regarding the matter and to compile some facts Is and figures for the next meeting of the Council. 13. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS A. Attorney Watson stated that he had prepared a resolution for consideration by the Council as requested. RESOLUTION NO. 61-43. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD URGING GOVERNOR BROWN TO APPOINT SUPERVISOR FRANK G. BONELLI TO SPECIAL STATE SENATE REAPPORTIONMENT COMMITTEE. - 6 - • • This resolution was read in full by Attorney Watson. It was moved by Andersen, second by Lowrey, that Resolution No. 61-43 be adopted. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Andersen, Lowrey, Phinney, Stead. Noes: None. Absent: Jackman. • B. Mayor Andersen stated that some changes are needed on the signature cards for signing checks and that he would like to call attention to the fact that the City has a Treasurer but does not have a Deputy Treasurer and should the occasion arise when a check must be written and the Treasurer is out of town, the check could not be issued, therefore, it might be well for the Council to appoint a Deputy Treasurer at this time. RESOLUTION NO. 61-44. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD CREATING THE POSITION OF DEPUTY CITY TREASURER AND AUTHORIZING SIGNATURE ON CHECKS, DRAFTS AND WARRANTS. It was moved by Lowrey, second byy Stead, and unanimously carried that Resolution No. 61-44 be adopted. Mayor Andersen asked if the Council would care to consider the appointment of a Deputy Treasurer at this time, and added that • it would seem to him that the Administrative Secretary, Mrs. Katherine Phillips, might be a logical choice. It was moved by Lowrey, second by Andersen, that Mrs. Katherine Phillips be named Deputy City Treasurer. Councilman Stead requested City Administrator Farrell to comment on the duties and functions of a City Treasurer and Deputy._ City Administrator Farrell stated that the Treasurer is the Custodian of funds and all duties are set forth in the Govern- ment Code and perhaps Attorney Watson could outline these duties. Attorney Watson stated that he did not have the Government Code with him and that he did not know whether or not he could enumerate. "The Treasurer is the custodian of City funds, is bonded, is accountable for the funds, is to disburse funds only on present- ation of a warrant or demand by the Clerk, (the counter sig- nature satisfies that requirement), basically these are the duties of the Treasurer, the accounting officer of the City actually is the City Clerk, not the Treasurer. Technically, the Treasurer should not sign a check until there is a warrant before him signed by the City Clerk which is in the nature of a requisition for payment. He should not sign a check if there is a question as to the validity of the disbursement and if it is not contained in the budget, or authorized by the Council." Councilman Stead stated that with this general background regard- ing the duties of a Treasurer, he wond~-rcJ if it would not be advisable to appoint someone outside the immediate "City family" to become familiar with the function of a City Treasurer and fill in when the need arises. Councilman Phinney stated that he would like to see this matter • held over for a personnel session. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Andersen, Lowrey. Noes: Phinney, Stead. Absent: Jackman. It was moved by Lowrey, second by Andersen, and unanimously carried that the meeting adjourn to Monday, June 19, 1961 at 7:30 o'clock p.m. in the City Hall. Meeting adjourned at 10:30 o'clock p.m. MAYOR CITY CLERK - 7 -