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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL
MARCH 27, 2001
The regular meeting of the Rosemead City Council was called to order by Mayor Clark at 8:03
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 Bruesch
The Invocation was delivered by Bhante Chao Chu of the Los Angeles Buddhist
Monastery
ROLL CALL OF OFFICERS:
Present: Councilmembers Bruesch, Taylor, Vasquez, Mayor Pro Tem Imperial, and
Mayor Clark
Absent: None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: DECEMBER 19, 2000 - REGULAR MEETING
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMAN TAYLOR
that the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of December 19, 2000, be approved as submitted. Vote
resulted:
Yes:
Bruesch, Taylor, Clark, Vasquez, Imperial
No:
None
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: JANUARY 23, 2001 - REGULAR MEETING
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN BRUESCH, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM
IMPERIAL that the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of January 23, 2001, be approved as
submitted. Vote resulted:
Yes:
Bruesch, Taylor Clark Vasquez, Imperial
No:
None
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
GENERAL ELECTION MATTERS:
A. ADMINISTRATION OF OATH OF OFFICE AND ISSUANCE OF
CERTIFICATES OF ELECTION
The City Clerk administered the Oath of Office and issued the Certificates of Election to
Mayor Clark, Councilman Robert Bruesch, and Councilman Joe Vasquez upon their re-
appointment to the City Council.
REORGANIZATION OF CITY COUNCIL
A. SELECTION OF MAYOR
Frank Tripepi, City Manager, opened the nominations for the office of Mayor for the City
of Rosemead.
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Councilman Bruesch placed the name of Mayor Pro Tern Imperial in nomination for
Mayor. Motion seconded by Councilman Vasquez. Nominations were closed. A unanimous
vote resulted.
B. SELECTION OF MAYOR PRO TEM
Councilwoman Clark placed the name of Councilman Bruesch in nomination for Mayor
Pro Tem. Motion seconded by Councilman Vasquez. Nominations were closed. A unanimous
vote resulted.
C. PRESENTATIONS TO OUTGOING MAYOR
Outgoing Mayor Clark received recognition for her past year as Mayor for the City of
Rosemead from the following:
Ray Cordova representing Congresswoman Grace Napolitano; Adele Andrade-Stadler
representing Congresswoman Hilda Solis; Tina Herzog representing Supervisor Gloria Molina;
Kathy Furnald and David Flores representing the El Monte Union High School district; Melissa
Okamuro representing the Rosemead Elementary School District; John Nunez, John Tran, David
Lau and Irene Flores representing the Garvey School District; Chief Daniel Scott representing
the L.A. County Fire Department; Captain Roberta Abner representing the L.A. County Sheriffs
Department; John Steelesmith representing Southern California Edison; Dan Revetto
representing Pacific Bell; Roberta Trujillo representing West San Gabriel Valley Family
Counseling; Mary Jo Maxwell representing the Rosemead Chamber of Commerce; Anthony
Robles representing the Rosemead Boys and Girls Club; Nadine Gomez representing Career
Partners; and flowers were delivered from Susan Sifuentes of Southern California Gas Company.
The Councilmembers presented out-going Mayor Clark with an engraved gavel plaque.
Councilmember Clark thanked the community, Council and staff for their support during
the past year.
A 5-minute recess was taken at 8:35 and reconvened accordingly.
1. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Glenn Clanton, 3244 Leyburn, Rosemead, thanked the Council for serving the
community and stated that he is proud to be a citizen of Rosemead.
Mary Redd, 3323 N. Evelyn, Rosemead, stated that questions at the Planning
Commission meeting regarding the antennas being installed on Artson were not answered, such
asthey are a health hazard, do they produce revenue for the City, and do they interfere with
telephone lines. Ms. Redd stated that she has problems with her cell phone. Another concern is
that Consolidated Disposal has not picked up her trash because of the parking situation on her
street. Everyone has 7 to 8 cars and if the trash truck cannot access the trash cans, they will not
pick it up. Also, the Dial-A-Ride vehicle cannot pick her up at curbside, they have to drive onto
her driveway because of the congestion. Ms. Redd stated that Monterey Park has 4' handicapped
areas painted on their curbs to allow the vans to park for curbside pickup. Ms. Redd explained
that it is difficult to climb into the van from a driveway and would the City consider such
handicapped areas. Lastly, Ms. Redd stated that more traffic signs are needed by Garvey Park.
H. PUBLIC HEARINGS
An explanation of the procedures for the conduct of the public hearing was presented by
the City Attorney.
A. PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING THE PROPOSED CDBG AND HOME
ALLOCATION FOR FY 2001-2002
Frank Tripepi, City Manager, presented the staff report.
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The Mayor opened the public hearing for those in the audience wishing to address this
item.
There being no one wishing to speak, the Mayor closed the public hearing.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEM 3ER CLARK, SECOND BY COUNCILMAN
BRUESCH that the Council approve the proposed CDBG and HOME programs and the
projected use of funds for FY 2001-2002 and authorize staff to include this in the Annual
Funding Plan; and award funding, within the 15% cap amount available to public service
agencies that have submitted applications. Before vote could result, more discussion ensued.
Councilman Bruesch requested information on the reduction of $40,000 for Code
Enforcement and how will it be backfilled.
Michael Neal, CDBG Coordinator, speaking on behalf of Lisa Baker, explained that it
will be filled from the City budget.
Mayor Pro Tem Bruesch confirmed that an issue on the agenda tonight deals with a pump
for Adams Ranch Mutual Water Company. Mr. Bruesch stated that the fire flow from the plugs
are at a substandard and unsafe level. Mr. Bruesch requested that before any other capital
improvements are made within the water companies, we need to ensure that the water pressure is
enhanced. Mr. Bruesch requested that the water flow be measured from the plugs at the Adams
Ranch Water Company project. Mayor Pro Tern Bruesch requested that the San Gabriel Valley
Juvenile Diversion application be voted on separately.
Councilmember Clark stated that as maker of the Motion she accepts the correction.
Councilman Taylor requested a breakdown of costs in the street lighting project.
Ken Rukavina, City Engineer, responded that the funds listed for street lights is an
estimate of construction costs that will be spent in that fiscal year. There are some streets that
have priority, but plans and specs have not been developed yet.
Councilman Taylor asked about the $1 million or more carryover money from the
previous year that is being added to this year's funds.
Mr. Neal responded that those are funds for projects still in progress.
Frank Tripepi, City Manager, responded that the bulk of the money will be for the
Garvey Senior Housing and Community Center, and the contracts have just been signed with the
contractor.
Councilman Taylor asked what criteria is being established for the residential lead
abatement and residential lead testing? Will detailed plans be forthcoming?
Mr. Neal stated that specs will be developed for that program.
Mayor Pro Tern Bruesch called for the question
Vote resulted:
Yes:
Bruesch, Imperial, Vasquez, Clark
No:
None
Absent:
None
Abstain:
Taylor
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
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Councilman Taylor stated that he Abstained as there were no answers yet to the questions
he had and he will wait to vote on the projects as they appear before the Council.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER CLARK, SECOND BY COUNCILMAN TAYLOR
THAT the Council approve the West San Gabriel Valley Juvenile Diversion Project Application.
Vote resulted:
Yes:
Taylor, Imperial, Vasquez, Clark
No:
None
Absent:
None
Abstain:
Bruesch
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
Mayor Pro Tern Bruesch stated for the record that he Abstained as he is currently
working for that organization.
B. PUBLIC HEARING: GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 01-01; ZONE
CHANGE 01-214.
B.I. RESOLUTION NO. 01-08 -ADOPTING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION
AND TO APPROVE GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 01-01 AMENDING
THE EXISTING LAND USE DESIGNATIONS FOR 84 PROPERTIES
DESIGNATED AS PART OF THE PROJECT AREA
The following Resolution was presented to the Council for adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 01-08
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ADOPTING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION AND TO APPROVE GENERAL
PLAN AMENDMENT 01-01 AMENDING THE EXISTING LAND USE
DESIGNATIONS OF COMMERCIAL; MIXED USE:
INDUSTRIAL/COMMERCIAL; AND OFFICE/LIGHT INDUSTRIAL TO
COMMERCIAL FOR THE 84 PROPERTIES DESIGNATED AS PART OF
THE PROJECT AREA
B.2. ORDINANCE NO. 818 - APPROVING ZONE CHANGE 01-214 TO
CHANGE THE EXISTING ZONING DISTRICT FOR THE 84
PROPERTIES DESIGNATED AS PART FO THE PROJECT AREA -
INTRODUCE
The following Ordinance was introduced to the Council on first reading.
ORDINANCE NO. 818
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
APPROVING ZONE CHANGE 01-214 TO CHANGE THE EXISTING
ZONING DISTRICT FROM M-1 D; LIGHT MANUFACTURING WITH A
DESIGN OVERLAY ZONE TO C-313; MEDIUM COMMERCIAL WITH A
DESIGN OVERLY ZONE FOR THE 84 PROPERTIES DESIGNATED AS
PART OF THE PROJECT AREA - INTRODUCE
Frank Tripepi, City Manager, presented the staff report.
The Mayor opened the public hearing for those in the audience wishing to address this
issue.
Robert Owens, 9623 Lorica Street, Rosemead, stated that his concern is that there is
equity for the City and everyone involved in this project.
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Juan Nunez, 2702 Del Mar, Rosemead, asked if this is where the proposed Eaton Village
project was going in?
Frank Tripepi, City Manager, responded that it is basically all the property that fronts
Valley Boulevard. Mr. Tripepi stated that the Revelopment Agency and City Council have made
a determination that these properties be developed as commercial uses, not industrial. Mr.
Tripepi continued that this is a land use and zone change amendment from industrial to
commercial and does not single out a specific project.
There being no one else wishing to speak, the Mayor closed the public hearing.
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN TAYLOR, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM
BRUESCH that the Council adopt Resolution 01-08 and introduce Ordinance No. 818. Vote
resulted:
Yes:
Bruesch, Taylor, Imperial, Vasquez, Clark
No:
None
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
C. PLANNED DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 01-01 TENTATIVE TRACT MAP
NO. 53377 (8723-8729 MISSION DRIVE)
C.I. RESOLUTION NO. 01-09 -APPROVE PLANNED DEVELOPMENT
REVIEW 01-01 AND TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 53377
The following Resolution was presented to the Council for adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 01-09
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD,
COUNTY OF LOIS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA APPROVING
PLANNED DEVELOPMENT REVIEW 01-01 AND TENTATIVE TRACT
MAP NO. 53377, SUBDIVIDING TWO LOTS INTO THIRTEEN LOTS FOR
SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT LOCATED AT 8723-
8729 MISSION DRIVE (APN: 5389-010-067,068)
Frank Tripepi, City Manager, presented the staff report.
The Mayor opened the public hearing for those in the audience wishing to address this
item.
Rudy Eleff, 8655 E. Mission Drive, Rosemead, stated that this item was before the
Council before and was denied because the layout of the property did not have any open areas.
Mr. Eleffis requesting that this project be denied again.
John Rauth, 4528 Bartlett, Rosemead, stated that for the 3rd time, the developer is
presenting a plan to develop that property. Mr. Rauth continued that 13 houses are proposed
with 10 of them being placed on substandard lots. This will result in many people, many
children, and lots of parked cars. Mr. Rauth proposed that the Council deny this item, and for the
developer to redesign the project to provide more quality living space (i.e., larger lot sizes).
Juan Nunez, 2702 Del Mar, Rosemead, asked if these homes meet the floor-area-ratio
(FAR).
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Mr. Tripepi responded that they will have to comply with the City's FAR ordinance.
Mary Redd stated that more garage area will be needed as too many cars will be parked
on the street.
Gale Littleton, Tri-Tech Associates, 150 N. San Gabriel Boulevard, San Gabriel, a civil
engineering company representing the applicant, stated that they have reviewed the staff report
and that they are in concurrence with the staff recommendation.
There being no one else wishing to speak on this matter, the Mayor closed the public
hearing.
Councilman Taylor requested that the tract map be displayed for those in the audience.
Mr. Taylor stated that in a few of the houses the front yard setback is only 3' to 4', with 5' to 8'
back yard setbacks.
Mayor Pro Tern Bruesch stated that he is concerned with the back yard setbacks of lots
#7, #9, and #10. Mr. Bruesch explained that those lots only have a 5' setback.
Councilman Taylor stated that that is his basic objection also. Mr. Taylor continued that
the garages that face the street are only 16' from the front of the garage to the property line and
that cars can barely fit in that space. Mr. Taylor stated that his biggest contention is that these
lots are in comparison to an R-1 residence, which requires 6,000 square feet. However, the lots
in this project have been cut down to an average of 4,000 square feet. Mr. Taylor stated that
these homes are probably in the $400,000 price range and he objects to the homes at the end of
the project mainly because of the small side and front yard setbacks.
Councilman Vasquez stated that upon listening to Councilman Taylor, he recommends
that the Council move to deny this project.
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN VASQUEZ, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM
BRUESCH that the Council deny Planned Development Review 01-01 and Tentative Tract Map
53377 (8723-8729 Mission Drive). Before vote could result, more discussion ensued.
Councilmember Clark stated that this project will have huge houses with 2-car garages
and no off-street parking. Ms. Clark continued that some of the driveways are so short that the
cars would barely fit in them.
Mayor Pro Tern Bruesch stated that the State Department of Housing and Community
Development has said that a range of affordable new housing has to be developed for all cities.
Mr. Bruesch stated that all the new housing in Rosemead is beyond his range of affordability,
which may be beyond the range of a great many of Rosemead's residents. Mr. Bruesch stressed
that in developing new housing in our community, there is a need to look at affordable housing.
Vote resulted:
Yes:
Bruesch, Taylor, Imperial, Vasquez, Clark
No:
None
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
III. LEGISLATIVE
A. RESOLUTION NO. 2001-007 - CLAIMS AND DEMANDS
The following Resolution was presented to the Council for adoption.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2001-07
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF
$1,164,235.18 NUMBERED 33233 THROUGH 33466
MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM BRUESCH, SECOND BY COUNCILMAN
VASQUEZ, that the Council adopt Resolution No. 2001-07. Vote resulted:
Yes:
Bruesch, Taylor, Imperial, Vasquez, Clark
No:
None
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR (Items CC-D, CC-E and CC-H were removed for
discussion purposes)
CC-A REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL TRAFFIC CONTROLS ON EMERSON
PLACE BETWEEN DEL MAR AVENUE AND SAN GABRIEL
BOULEVARD
CC-B APPROVAL OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND
AUTHORIZATION TO SEEK BIDS FOR REMOVAL AND
REPLACEMENT OF STREET TREES ON MARYBETH AVENUE
(MARSHALL/OLNEY)
CC-C APPROVAL OF PROPOSAL TO PROVIDE ENGINEERING SERVICES
FOR CONCRETE REPAIRS AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS (FY 2000-01)
CC-F AUTHORIZATION TO ATTEND CITY CLERKS ASSOCIATION OF
CALIFORNIA ANNUAL INSTITUTE - APRIL 18-20,2001, RIVERSIDE
CC-G AUTHORIZATION TO ATTEND 95TH ANNUAL GOVERNMENT
FINANCE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE, JUNE 3-6,2001,
PHILADELPHIA
CC-I APPROVAL OF LOAN FOR ADAMS RANCH MUTUAL WATER
COMPANY - NEW WELL
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN TAYLOR, SECOND BY COUNCILMAN VASQUEZ
that the Council approve the aforementioned items on the Consent Calendar. Vote resulted:
Yes:
Bruesch, Taylor, Imperial, Vasquez, Clark
No:
None
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
CC-E AB 25 (MI DGEN) - DOMESTIC PARTNERS - OPPOSE
Mayor Pro Tern Bruesch stated that he intends to vote No on this item as the legislation
on the books does not give a domestic partner the right to make medical decisions. This
legislation would give that right and he approves that part of the legislation.
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MOTION BY COUNCILMAN TAYLOR, SECOND BY COUNCILMAN VASQUEZ
that the Council oppose AB 25 (Midgen) and authorize the Mayor to send letters of opposition.
Vote resulted:
Yes:
Taylor, Imperial, Vasquez, Clark
No:
Bruesch
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
CC-D AB 1338 (KORETZ) - CIVIL UNIONS - OPPOSE
Juan Nunez requested that this item be pulled for discussion. However, Mr. Nunez stated
that he agrees with the recommendation and no discussion is necessary.
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN TAYLOR, SECOND BY COUNCILMAN VASQUEZ
that the Council oppose AB 1338 (Koretz) and authorize the Mayor to send letters of opposition.
Vote resulted:
Yes:
Bruesch, Taylor, Imperial, Vasquez, Clark
No:
None
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
CC-H APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT FOR THE SUMMER YOUTH LUNCH
PROGRAM
Juan Nunez, 2702 Del Mar, Rosemead, asked how much food is thrown away by the
participants. Mr. Nunez stated that the parents should provide their children with food they like
rather than get this lunch and then throw it away.
Mayor Pro Tern Bruesch stated that for some kids, this is the only meal they get during
the day and they will eat all of it. Mr. Bruesch continued that you cannot force a child to eat, but
you can't deny the kids that really need it.
MOTION BY MAYOR PRO TEM BRUESCH, SECOND BY COUNCILMAN
VASQUEZ that the Council approve the Agreement and authorize its execution by the Mayor.
Vote resulted:
Yes:
Bruesch, Taylor, Imperial, Vasquez, Clark
No:
None
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
V. MATTERS FOR DISCUSSION AND ACTION - None
VI. STATUS REPORTS - None
VII. MATTERS FROM OFFICIALS - None
VIII. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE - None
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IX. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further action to be taken at this time, the meeting was adjourned at 9:25
p.m. The next regular meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 10, 2001, at 8:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted:
City Clerk '
APPROVED:
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