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CC - 01-26-60AITY OF ROSEMEAD ROSEMEAD, CALIFORNIA Minutes of January 26, 1960 A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Rosemead was held in the City Hall, 3964 North Rosemead Boulevard. The meeting was called to order by Mayor Stead at 8:00 ovelock p.m. • 1. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Stead. 2. Present: Councilmen Cook, Buchanan, Horning, Lowrey, Stead. Absent None. Ex officio: Woollett, Matson, Stump, Armstrong. 3. It was moved by Lowrey, second by Cook and unanimously carried that the minutes of January 12, 1960, be approved as printed. Mayor Stead announced that a personnel session had been held just prior to the convening of the Council meeting, for the purpose of making appoint- ments to the Historical Committee, the following were appointed: Miss Florence Berg, J.B. Blue, Sr., Acting Chairman - Mrs. Ward Davis, Mrs. Gretchen Galceran, Mrs. Margaret Wilson and William Woollett, Jr. ex officio. It was moved by Lowrey, second by Cook, and unanimously carried that these appointments be approved. 4. ORDINANCE NO. 14 TRANSFERRING DUTIES OF THE CITY TAX COLLECTOR TO THE COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR. (2nd READING). AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD PROVIDING THAT THE DUTIES OF ASSESSING PROPERTY AND COLLECTING TAXES BE PERFORMED BY THE COUNTY ASSESSOR AND COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES. It was moved by Cook, second by Horning, and unanimously carried that Ordinance No. 14 be read by title only. It was moved by Cook, second by Lowrey, that Ordinance No. 14 pass the second reading and be approved. Roll call vote: Ayes: Buchanan, Cook, Horning, Lowrey, Stead. Noes: None. Absent: None. Attorney Watson explained that the passage of Ordinance No. 14 was a purely routine matter. 5. ORDINANCE NO. 15 AMENDING MUNICIPAL CODE ADDING SECTIONS TO ARTICLE III0 CHAPTER I; FIREWORKS (1st READING) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD PROHIBITING THE USE, POSSESSION AND SALE OF FIREWORKS, DECLARING THE URGENCY THEREOF, AND THAT THIS ORDINANCE SHALL TAKE IMMEDIATE EFFECT. It was moved by Cook, second by Lowrey, and unanimously carried that Ordin- ance No. 15 be read by title only. It was moved by Cook, second by Horning, that Ordinance No. 15 be accepted forfirst reading. Roll call vote as follows: Buchanan, Cook, Horning, Lowrey, Stead. Noes: None. Absent: None. CA Woollett explained that this Ordinance is the same as existed in the County prior to incorporation. This action will now make it a City ordinance. • 6. ORDINANCE NO. 16 AMENDING MUNICIPAL CODE ADDING SECTIONS TO ARTICLE V: EXCESSIVE UNSIGHTLINESS. (1st READING) AN ORDINANCE PROHIBITING EXCESSIVE UNSIGHTLINESS. It was moved by Cook, second by Lowrey, and unanimously carried that Ordinance No. 16 be read by title only. - 1 - -as moved by Cook, second by Lowrey, and unanimously carried that • Ordinance No. 16 be accepted for first reading. 7. ORDINANCE NO. 17 AMENDING MUNICIPAL CODE ADDING SECTIONS TO ARTICLE V: FENCING. (1st READING) AN ORDINANCE REQUIRING THE FENCING OF ANY PREMISES WHEREIN CERTAIN ARTICLES OR MATERIALS ARE STORED IN THE OPEN. It was moved by Horning, second by Lowrey, and inanimously carried that Ordinance No. 17 be read by title only. It was moved by Buchanan, second by Horning and unanimously carried that Ordinance No. 17 be acceptedfor first reading 8. ORDINANCE NO. AMENDING MUNICIPAL CODE ADDING SECTIONS 70 ARTICLE VI: LICENSING OF BUSINESSES. (URGENCY) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD LICENSING THE TRANSACTION AND CARRYING ON OF BUSINESS, TRADES, PROFESSIONS, CALLINGS AND OCCUPATIONS IN THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD FOR THE PURPOSE OF RAISING MUNICIPAL REVENUE; PROVIDING A PEN- ALTY FOR THE VIOLATIONS THEREOF AND ADDING SECTIONS TO THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE. Mayor Stead stated that this Ordinance was a revenue Ordinance and that any- one in the audience who desired to address the Council feel free to do so. ` He requested that they limit their address to five minutes. Dr. Stuart Maude, 9639 East Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, President of the Rosemead Chamber of Commerce, presented a Resolution approved unanimously by the Chamber Board of Directors in protest to this proposed Ordinance. This Chamber of Commerce Resolution Numbered 1-1960 Rosemead Chamber of Commerce was read in full by Dr. Maude. Frank DiNoto, 8855 East Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, Finance Chairman of the Rosemead Chamber of Commerce, endorsed the position taken by the.Chiu"r of Commerce Board. Jesse B. Blue, Sr., 9046 East Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, stated that he felt the proposed Ordinance was strictly against the program outlined by the Council and others prior to incorporation. He stated further that if such an Ordinance is adopted he will file suit through the courts. Robert L. Petersen, 8952 East Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, Vice President, Rosemead Chamber of Commerce, stated that he backed the statements made by Dr. Maude and Mr. DiNoto. Sam Kline, 8929 East Valby Boulevard, Rosemead, Stanleyfs Men Store, stated that he wants competition and if taxed competition will not come into the City. • Jack Adams, 4100 North Rosemead Boulevard, Rosemead, Anderson, Adams & Bacon, Attorneys at Law, stated that he had nothing new to add, but felt this Ordinance should be given additional consideration. Bill Mayer, 5537 North Pal Mal, Temple City, Reporter for the Pasadena Star News, questioned how so many people were apprised of the contents of this proposed Ordinance. CA Woollett explained that he had been contacted Thursday of last week and had met with a group of Merchants Friday afternoon concerning this proposed Ordinance. Murray M. Zwick, 8914 East Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, Toytown, added that he was in favor of everything brought out by the Chamber of Commerce and stated he felt that when important issues arise it would be fitting if everyone were notified in writing. Mr. Zwick stated further he is interested in the Cities progress and is willing to pay his just share. He would like the plan set-up in such a manner and written so that it can be easily under- stood. - 2 - • After considerable discussion by the Council it was moved by Lowrey, • second by Cook that this ordinance be referred to the City Administrator and City Attorney for revision, to be reported back to the Council as a new Ordinance. Roll Call vote as follows: Ayes: Buchanan, Cook, Horning, Lowrey, Stead, Noes: None.. Absent: None. CA Woollett asked Dr. Maude if he thought it possible or feasible for the Merchants to organize a study group to assist in the drafting of a revised Ordinance. Dr. Maude answered yes. • 9. ORDINANCE NO. 18 AMENDING MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING SECTIONS TO ARTICLE VI: REGULATION OF BUSINESSES. (BY REFERENCE) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD AMENDING THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE AND ADOPTING THE REGULATION OF BUSINESSES ORDINANCE OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES BY REFERENCE. It was moved by Cook, second by Lowrey,. and unanimously carried that Ordi- nance No. 16 be read by title only. City Attorney Watson explained that this Ordinance is regulatory for specific types of businesses by passage of this Ordinance,maintains regulation as it was prior to incorporation. CA Woollett recommended that this might well be passed as an urgency Ordi- nance to prevent the entry of unrestricted businesses. It was moved by Horning, second by Buchanan, and unanimously carried that this Ordinance be read in full. It was moved by Lowrey, second by Buchanan that this Ordinance be approved. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Buchanan, Cook, Horning, Lowrey, Stead. Noes. None. Absent: None. 10. ORDINANCE NO. 19 AMENDING MUNICIPAL CODE ADDING SECTIONS TO ARTICLE VI:. FORTUNE TELLING. (1st READING) AN ORDINANCE PROHIBITING FORTUNE TELLING AND SIMILAR PRACTICES FOR COMPEN- SATION OR DONATION. It was moved by Cook, second by Lowrey, and unanimously carried that Ordi- nance No. 19 be read by title only. It was moved by Cook, second by Lowrey that Ordinance No. 19 be accepted forfirst reading. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Buchanan, Cook, Horning, Lowrey, Stead. Noes: None. Absent: None. 11. ORDINANCE NO. 20 AMENDING MUNICIPAL CODE ADDING SECTIONS TO ARTICLE VI: BICYCLES. (1st READING) AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD PROVIDING FOR THE REGISTRATION AND LICENSING OF BICYCLES AND ADDING SECTIONS TO THE ROSEMEAD MUNICIPAL CODE. • It was moved by book, second by Buchanan, and unanimously carried that Ordinance No. 20 be read by title only. It was moved by Horning, second by Lowrey that Ordinance No. 20 be accepted for first reading. Roll call vote as follows.: Ayes: Buchanan, Cook, Horning, Lowrey, Stead. Noes: None. Absent: None. • 1.2. RESOLUTION NO. 60-7 REQUESTING REGISTRAR OF VOTERS SERVICE FOR ELECTION, APRIL 12, 1960. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TO PERMIT THE REGISTRAR OF VOTERS OF SAID COUNTY TO RENDER SPECIFIED SERVICES TO THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD, RELATING TO THE CONDUCT OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BEHELD IN SAID CIT'? ON APRIL 12, 1960. It was moved by Buchanan, second by Lowrey, and unanimously carried that Resolution 60-7 be read by title only. - 3 - S .r It was moved by Lowrey, second by Buchanan that Resolution No. 60-7 be • approved. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Buchanan, Cook, Horning, Lowrey, Stead. Noes. None. Absent: None.' 3• RESOLUTION NO. 60-8 ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS. A RESOLUTION OF THE. CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF 20848.86 DEMANDS NUMBERS 151 THROUGH 163• • It was moved by Cook, second by Lowrey that Resolution 60-8 be read by title only. Mayor Stead requested that the motion be amended to read in full. Resolution was read in full by CA Woollett. It was moved by Lowrey, second by Horning, that Resolution No. 60-8 be pproved. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Buchanan, Cook, Horning, owrey, Stead. Noes: None. Absent: None. 14. PUBLIC HEARING: PROTEST HEARING SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS COMPANY FRANCHISE. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD GRANTING TO SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS COMPANY A CORPORATION, THE RIGHT, PRIVILEGE AND FRANCHISE TO LAY AND USE PIPES AND APPURTENANCES FOR TRANSMITTING AND DISTRIBUTING GAS FOR ANY AND ALL PURPOSES UNDER, ALONG, ACROSS OR UPON THE PUBLIC STREETS, WAY5, ALLEYS AND PLACES, AS THE SAME NOW OR MAY HEREAFTER EXIST, dITHIN SAID MUNICIPALITY. The City Attorney announced that the time and place fixedfi3r the hearing of objections to the granting to Southern California Gas Company of a gas franchise of the character and for the purposes stated in the Resolution of intention, Resolution No. 90. City Attorney Watson asked if the publication requirements had been ful- filled. Deputy City Clerk stated they had. The City Clerk announced that no written protest stating objections against the granting of said franchise had been received by him. The Mayor asked if anyone present desired to be heard in the matter. No one answered, and, there being no protests, Councilman Lowrey moved that the hearing of objections to the granting of said franchise be closed, which motion was second by Councilman Buchanan and unanimously carried. ORDINANCE NO. 21. A proposed Ordinance numbered and entitled tIAN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD GRANTING TO SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS COMPANY A CORPORATION, THE RIGHT, PRIVILEGE AND FRANCHISE TO LAY AND USE PIPES AND APPURTENANCES FOR TRANSMITTING AND DISTRIBUTING GAS FOR ANY AND ALL PURPOSES UNDER, ALONG, ACROSS OR UPON THE PUBLIC STREETS, WAYS, ALLEYS AND PLACES, AS THE SAME NOW OR MAY HEREAFTER EXIST, WITHIN SAID MUNICIPALITY`! as presented. After the reading of the title of said Ordinance, Councilman Lowrey, moved that further reading of said Ordinance be waived, which motion was second by Councilman Horning and unanimously carried. Councilman Lowrey moved that said Ordinance be introduced and passed to the • second reading, which motion was second by Councilman Horning and unanimously carried. 15. CITY HALL LEASE: FIRST CITY BANK OF ROSEMEAD. CA Woollett stated that from the time of incorporation until January 1, 1960, the City had been paying $$1.00 per month rental on the building. As of January 1, 1960, the rent is to be $$106.00 per month. This lease 40 contains a thirty (30) days cancellation clause which requires written notice be given. The $6.00 is one-half the cost of the heating unit re- cently installed amortized over a four (4) year period. It was moved by Lowrey, second by Buchanan that the Mayor and City Admin- istrator be authorized to sign this lease. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Buchanan, Cook, Horning, Lowrey, Stead. Noes: None. Absent: None. 16. RECREATION PROGRAM: 1960-61 BUDGET REQUEST: PARKS COMMISSION. This is a request for financial support as support from the County will be discontinued as of July 1, 1960. - 4 - Helen HasBrouck, 9429 East Guess Street, Rosemead; President of the Park • Board, addressed the Council concerning this request. Mrs. HasBrouck presented numerous facts and figures concerning this request. The specific ,.mount requested from the City which would cover the payment of salaries was for $5,328.24. After considerable discussion by the Council it was moved by Lowrey, second by Horning, that the City Council authorize this allocation of $5,328.24 with the condition that a successfully executed quadrilateral agreement • could be reached, providing that the Recreation Director be responsible to a single agency. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Buchanan, Horning, Lowrey, Stead. Noes: Cook. Absent: None. Councilman Cook stated he wished to clarify his vote, he did not feel that he could vote yes until understanding where the money is coming from. 17. LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES: 1960 MEMBERSHIP FEE. CA Woollett explained that the Council had authorized membership in the League of California Cities, since that time a dues schedule had been set-up, the fee for Rosemead would be $50.00. The Council could either move for authorization of payment or discontinuance of membership. It was moved by Lowrey, second by Buchanan that the $50.00 dues for League of California Cities membership be authorized. Roll call vote as t-ollows: Ayes: Buchanan,Cook, Horning, Lowrey, Stead. Noes: None. Absent: None. 18. COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES: REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSION: REGIONAL RECREATION AREAS PLAN. It was moved by Lowrey, second by Buchanan and unanimously carried that this communication be accepted and filed.. 19. COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES.: BOUNDARY ROSEMEAD ANNEXATION NO. 7: City Attorney Watson explained that when Annexation No. 7 was instituted we had no Boundary Commission action at that time, therefore, it was his recommendation that the Council adopt Resolution No. 60-9, "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD RESCINDING RESOLUTION N0. 60-1 AND TERMINATING ANNEXATION PROCEEDINGS." It was moved by Cook, second by Lowrey, and unanimously carried that Resolu- tion 60-9 be.read in title only. It was moved by Lowrey, second by Horning, and unanimously carried that this Resolution be approved. . "RESOLUTION GIVING NOTICE OF PROPOSED ANNEXATION TO CITY OF ROSEMEAD OF THAT CERTAIN UNINHABITED TERRITORY DESCRIBED HEREIN AND DESIGNATED "CITY OF ROSE- MAD ANNEXATION AREA NO. 7" AND GIVING NOTICE OF TIME AND PLACE FOR HEARING • OF PROTESTS THERETO." It was moved by Lowrey, second by Cook, and unanimously carried that Resolu- tion 60-10 be read in title only. It was moved by Lowrey, second by Cmok,and unanimously carried that this Resolution by approved. Resolution 60-10 sets the Protest Hearing date as March 8, 196Q. • EL MONTE ANNEXATION NO. 221. It was moved by Horning, second by Lowrey, and unanimously carried that this communication be accepted and filed. 20. TIME RESERVED FOR THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO DESIRE TO ADDRESS THE COUNCIL. J. Crissman, 3710 Temple City Boulevard, Rosemead, complimented the Council on having the expenditure resolution read in full. Mr. Crissman further stated that some "jaunts" taken by City Councilmen would be questioned if the taxpayers were aware of them. -5 Councilman Buchanan stated that the only °9jauntsl~ he was aware of that are • taken by Rosemead City Councilmen are their attending the monthly dinner of the League of California Cities. He further stated that he felt the $50.00 dues paid to the League was well justified and that much valuable information was obtained by attendance at these meetings. Councilman Lowrey stated that copies of all resolutions are available to anyone desiring to stop and avail themselves of same. %t. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS. • It was moved by Cook, second by Lowrey, that in accordance with Section 36301 of the Government Code that the City Council choose from its members a Mayor and Mayor Pro tem, April 19, 1960. The term for these offices to he for one year, each and every year thereafter. stated The City Attorney in checking the Government Code,/the code provides for the election of Mayor only every two years, does not provide for odd numbered years. Mayor Stead said he felt action on this matter should be something for the Council to consider after the election in April. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Buchanan, Cook, Horning, Lowrey. Noes: Stead. Absent: None. It was moved by Cook, second by )Lowrey, that the City Administrator and City Attorney draw up an ordinance requiring that all throw away papers delivered in the City of Rosemead be porched. Councilman Cook stated that throw away papers thrown on vacant lots and in the streets necOssitated the expenditure of funds for cleaning them up. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Buchanan, Cook, Horning, Lowrey, Stead. Noes: None. Absent: None. It was moved by Coop, second be Horning, that the City Administrator request a clarification of the California Highway Patrol's activities within Rose- mead with respect to their on-the-spot hand alteration and manipulation of the existing activated traffic signals. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Buchanan, Cook, Horning, Lowrey, Stead. Noes: None. Absent: None. It was moved by Cook, second by Lowrey, that the City Administrator be authorized to hire an Administrative Assistant. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Buchanan, Cook, Horning, Lowrey, Stead. Noes: None. Absent: None. It was moved by Cook, second by Horning, that the City Administrator be authorized to attend the State-wide City Manager's Meeting in San Diego, on February 17 through 19, 1960, plus reasonable and necessary expenses. Roll call vote as follows: Ayes: Buchanan, Cook, Horning, Lowrey, Stead. Noes: None. Absent: None. It was moved by Buchanan, second by Horning, and unanimously carried that the meeting adjourn. Next regular meeting February 9, 1960. Meeting adjourned 10:32 o'clock P.M. 0 Mayor City Clerk 0