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CC - 08-27-02APPROVED CITY OF R~EMEAD DATE /~c'/ 2 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING _ C - ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL AUGUST 27, 2002 The regular meeting of the Rosemead City Council was called to order by Mayor Bruesch at 8:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the City Hall, 8838 E. Valley Boulevard, Rosemead, California. The Pledge to the Flag was led by Councilman Taylor. The Invocation was delivered by Chaplain Judy Bever of the California Christian Home. ROLL CALL OF OFFICERS: Present: Councilmembers Clark, Taylor,Imperial, Mayor Pro Tem Vasquez, and Mayor Bruesch Absent: None APPROVAL OF MINUTES: - AUGUST 13, 2002 - REGULAR MEETING MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER TAYLOR, SECOND BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL that the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of August 13, 2002, be approved as submitted. Vote resulted: Yes: Imperial, Taylor, Bruesch, Clark, Vasquez No: None Absent: None Abstain: None The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. PRESENTATIONS: None 1. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE Joseph White, 8851 E. Domaine Street, Rosemead, stated that in speaking to their local mail carrier, a group home is being planned for at 8845 Domaine. Mr. White stated that the residents never received any notification that such an establishment was planned for that house, and upon further investigation through the Fire Department, he learned that the home will be a care facility. Mr. White continued that he and the neighbors are concerned with what type of care facility it will be, will it be a half-way house for drug addicts or delinquent children, or what? Mayor Bruesch explained that a residential care facility which houses less than 6 patients do not have to file or obtain any permits from the City. They have to abide by State license requirements. Mr. Bruesch stated that this facility, Williams Concord House, operates numerous centers, and has one other facility in Rosemead. The facility on Domaine Street will house people that are developmentally disabled, MI N:8-27-02 Page # I • and is halfway between a sheltered workshop and independent living. The facility is trying to give these clients living skills so that they will not be a burden on the medical system. Councilman Taylor asked Mr. White when he first contacted City staff. Bill Crowe, City Manager, replied that Mr. White contacted him last week and that staff has been researching licensing requirements. Councilman Taylor stated that there are several of these homes in operation and that the City is simply not involved or in the loop. Mr. Taylor continued that as long as the homes meet State and fire requirements, they can be operational without the City even being aware of them. Robert Kress, City Attorney, explained that State law provides that such a facility with 6 or less occupants must be treated by the City as a single-family residential occupancy. The City cannot impose licensing or zoning requirements. Mr. Kress continued that a strong State policy is in place to enable people that cannot live independently, but do not belong in institutions, out into residential neighborhoods. Mr. Kress continued that as long as the operator of the home meets State requirements, the City does not have any jurisdiction over them. Councilman Imperial requested that staff investigate these requirements further to see what, if possible, changes can be made to State law. Mayor Bruesch requested that this item be brought back at the next meeting. Councilmember Clark stated that as a member of the League of California Cities committees for several years, the League has tried many times to change this law whereby the cities have local control. Cities have been frustrated because of lack of control over who goes in or what happens there. Mr. White stated that he and the neighbors talked to the applicant on numerous occasions, however, the applicant indicated that the house would be occupied but did not reveal any type of specific use. Mayor Bruesch stated that he does volunteer work at the Lincoln Center which operates similar facilities throughout the San Gabriel Valley and they work with developmentally disabled adult clients who are gainfully employed teaching them such things as how to catch the bus, write checks, and help them with their finances. . Councilman Taylor pointed out that these homes are businesses, they are helping people, but it is still a business. Mr. White stated that that is their objection also. Councilman Imperial requested that staff keep Mr. White and the residents updated on the facility. Mayor Bruesch stated that a status report will be discussed at the next meeting. CCMiN:8.27-02 Page n2 • • Mr. White stated that when a resident sells their property, they have to inform any potential buyer of that particular facility in their neighborhood. Mr. Kress replied that it is the Attorney General's opinion that you cannot disclose that information. Councilman Taylor requested that the Attorney General's opinion be included in the status report. Mr. Crowe stated that he has such a facility on his street, and it is one of the best kept properties there. Mr. Crowe stated that several of the clients work at fast-food restaurants, and that the facility also allows people living in the neighborhood to move into the facility when they can no longer take care of themselves. Dolores Sanchez, District Director for State Senator Gloria Romero, introduced herself and thanked the Council for their support on SB 928, the medical emergency bill that would have funded the trauma centers throughout Los Angeles County. However, the bill was defeated, but the Senator is committed to work on legislation that will help produce funding for those centers. Ms. Sanchez stated that the Senator will continue to work with the Council on every area that she can. H. PUBLIC HEARINGS An explanation of the procedures for the conduct of the public hearing was presented by the City Attorney. A. PUBLIC HEARING: RESOLUTION NO. 2002-39 - CERTIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE WITH THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CONGESTION MANAGEMENT PLAN The City Manager presented the staff report. The Mayor opened the public hearing for those in the audience wishing to speak for or against this item. There being no one wishing to speak, the Mayor closed the public hearing. MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER CLARK, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM VASQUEZ that the Council adopt Resolution No. 2002-39. Vote resulted: Yes: Imperial, Taylor, Bruesch, Clark, Vasquez No: None Absent:' None Abstain: None The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. CCMIN:8-27-02 Page #3 • A M. LEGISLATIVE A. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-38 - CLAIMS AND DEMANDS The following Resolution was presented to the Council for adoption. RESOLUTION NO. 2002-38 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $522,836.75 NUMBERED 38764 THROUGH 38864 MOTION BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMEM13ER CLARK that the Council adopt Resolution No. 2002-38. Vote resulted: Yes: Vasquez, Taylor, Bruesch, Clark, Imperial No: None Absent: None Abstain: None The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. IV. CONSENT CALENDAR CC-A CONSIDERATION OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD AND THE GARVEY SCHOOL DISTRICT REGARDING THE JESS GONZALEZ SPORTS COMPLEX MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM VASQUEZ, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER CLARK that the Council approve the agreement and direct the City Clerk to obtain the necessary signatures. Vote resulted: Yes: Imperial, Taylor, Bruesch, Clark, Vasquez No: None Absent: None Abstain: None The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. V. MATTERS FOR DISCUSSION AND ACTION , A. CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FROM FAMILY COUNSELING SERVICES OF THE WEST SAN GABRIEL VALLEY FOR FUNDING OF THE VIOLENCE PREVENTION PROGRAM IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $8,000 CCMIN:8-27-02 Page a4 Ci Councilman Taylor stated that he is concerned that Family Counseling Services, as stated in the staff report, has received less than a third of the required forms back from the participants. Mayor Bruesch explained that the Family Services contract is operated on a referral basis. A family is referred and either returns the form or not. Mayor Bruesch continued that HUD changed their forms and now require that one-quarter of those forms from the parents be verified through W-2 forms or paycheck stubs. Family Counseling is trying to continue their service to the classrooms without going through the data collection requirement from HUD. Councilman Imperial asked who will be monitoring this program. Mayor Bruesch replied that it will be monitored by the Family Counseling monitor and status reports will be provided to Council. Councilman Taylor requested that this program be monitored also because even though the parents are not responding, this program will be implemented regardless. Mayor Bruesch stated that the forms are sent home with the 60s graders, and the forms are returned back to school. However, they are not filled out completely. The parents refuse to list their income range. Mr. Bruesch continued that the parents will still be required to bring in proof of income. HUD requires W- 2 or income tax forms. Mr. Bruesch stated that translates to about 200 kids that will have to bring in those forms and that it is unconscionable to ask the school staff, kids and parents to do that. The schools do not have enough staff to handle that type of data collection and without the requested funding, the program will end in 11 of the 13 schools in Rosemead. MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM VASQUEZ, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER CLARK that the Council authorize the expenditure of $8,000 from appropriated reserves and that the program be closely monitored with status reports provided regularly. Vote resulted: Yes: Imperial, Taylor, Bruesch, Clark, Vasquez No: None Absent: None Abstain: None The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. B. CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FROM ROSEMEAD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FOR $2500 TO FUND PUBLICITY AND ADVERTISING FOR THE 75TH DIAMOND JUBILEE ANNIVERSARY Mary Jo Maxwell, Rosemead Chamber of Commerce, explained that people outside of Rosemead should also receive information about the Jubilee through advertising in the San Gabriel Valley Newsgroup, which covers four cities. CCMIN:8-27-02 Page n5 • Councilman Taylor stated that he is concerned with the closure of Valley Boulevard how the cars will be handled once they are diverted to the side streets. MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER CLARK, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM VASQUEZ that the Council authorize the expenditure of $2500 from appropriated reserves. Before vote could result, more discussion ensued. Councilman Imperial requested assurance from the Chamber that this money is needed toward advertising to ensure the success of the Jubilee, and that no more money will be asked for. Ms. Maxwell replied affirmative. Vote resulted: Yes: Imperial, Taylor, Bruesch, Clark, Vasquez No: None Absent: None Abstain: None The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered. Sgt. Wayne Wallace, Temple Station, reported that Valley Boulevard will be closed between Ivar and Muscatel. Westbound traffic will be diverted to Ivar, north or south; vehicles traveling eastbound will have to go north or south on Muscatel. The MTA westbound bus will go southbound on Ivar to Marshall than Muscatel, then back onto Valley Boulevard to service the bus stop there and vice-versa for the eastbound buses. Sgt. Wallace continued that reader board lights will be posted on Valley west of Rosemead Boulevard and on Gernert that through traffic to Valley Boulevard will be closed. Councilman Taylor suggested that signs also be posted at Valley/Rosemead and Valley/Walnut Grove to give drivers the option of turning to Mission Drive from Rosemead Boulevard or Walnut Grove Avenue rather than diverting at Muscatel or Ivar, in order to soften the impact of cars on the residential streets. This would permit the bulk of through traffic to be routed around the event, while allowing local business and event traffic into the area. Mayor Bruesch commented that some forewarning is needed rather than signs at the actual diverted intersections. VI. STATUS REPORTS - None VII. MATTERS FROM OFFICIALS VIII. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE - None IX. ADJOURNMENT CCMIN:8-27,02 Page a6 There being no further action to be taken at this time, the meeting was adjourned at 9:00 p.m. The next regular meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 10, 2002, at 8:00 p.m. Respectfully submitted: City Clerk CCMIN:8-27-02 Page #7 APPROVED-