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CITY OF FOSENIEAD
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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL
FEBRUARY 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 Vasquez
The Invocation was delivered by Reverend Frank Contreras of the Open Bible Church
ROLL CALL OF OFFICERS:
Present: Councilmembers Bruesch, Taylor, Vasquez, Mayor Pro Tem Imperial, and
Mayor Clark
Absent: None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: -NONE
PRESENTATIONS:'
Tom Jenkins, Consultant to San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments (SGVCOG)
stated that he is here tonight to make a presentation, but would rather wait for Nick Conway,
Executive Director to arrive before he begins. It was agreed to wait until the end of the agenda.
1. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE - None
H. PUBLIC HEARINGS - None
HI. LEGISLATIVE
A. RESOLUTION NO. 2000-06 - CLAIMS AND DEMANDS
The following Resolution was presented to the Council for adoption.
RESOLUTION NO. 2001-06
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF
$542,741.43 NUMBERED 33082 THROUGH 33231
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN BRUESCH, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM
IMPERIAL that the Council adopt Resolution No. 2001-06. 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 AB 152 (CALDERON) - SAN GABRIEL WATER QUALITY
AUTHORITY - SUPPORT
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CC-B AUTHORIZATION TO PLACE AD IN THE 28T' ANNUAL WETIP
CONFERENCE PROGRAM
CC-C REQUEST FROM ROSEMEAD HIGH SCHOOL FOR $3,000 TO FUND
THE THIRTEENTH ANNUAL RUN/WALK AGAINST DRUGS,
ALCOHOL AND TOBACCO
CC-D AUTHORIZTION TO ATTEND 42ND ANNUAL CALIFORNIA
CONTRACT CITIES SEMINAR, MAY 17-20,2001, PALM SPRINGS
CC-E AUTHORIZATION TO ATTEND NATIONAL LEAGUE OF CITIES
LEADERSHIP TRAINING INSTITUTE, AUGUST 16-18,2001,
BROOMFIELD, COLORADO
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN BRUESCH, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM
IMPERIAL that the Council approve the aforementioned items on the Consent Calendar. Vote
resulted:
Yes:
Bruesch, Taylor, Clark, Vasquez, Imperial
No:
None
Absent:
None
Abstain:
None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
CC-F REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT OF STREET TREES ON MARYBETH
AVENUE
Lloyd Johnson, 3608 N. Marybeth Avenue, Rosemead, stated that he petitioned the City
to remove the Sycamore trees because of the leaf sap that caused damage to his cars and his
neighbors, and also invasive roots have gotten into his sewer.
Frank Tripepi, City Manager, responded that the staff report is recommending removal of
13 Sycamore Trees, leaving the 3 trees trees that the residents do not want removed, and
replacing the removed trees with Brisbane Box Trees.
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN TAYLOR, SECOND BY COUNCILMAN BRUESCH
that the Council approve the removal and replacement of Sycamore Trees with Brisbane Box
Trees for those property owners that request it and direct staff to begin preparing plans and
specifications for this work. Vote resulted: Before vote could result, more conversation ensued.
Councilman Taylor stated that there were another 13 trees that were removed in the past
for the same reasons as mentioned by Mr. Johnson. Mr. Taylor called for the question.
Juan Nunez, 2702 Del Mar, Rosemead, asked if the removal is because the trees are
diseased.
Mr. Tripepi responded that there are a combination of reasons. The neighbors have
complained about damage to their cars and roots getting into the sewers.
Vote resulted:
Yes:
No:
Absent:
Abstain:
Bruesch, Taylor, Clark, Vasquez, Imperial
None
None
None
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CC-G AUTHORIZATION TO ATTEND 69TH ANNUAL CALIFORNIA
MUNICIPAL UTILITIES ASSOCIATION, MARCH 27-30,2001, SAN
DIEGO
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN BRUESCH, SECOND BY MAYOR PRO TEM
IMPERIAL that the Council authorize the attendance of any Councilmember and the City
Manager. Vote resulted:
Yes:
Bruesch, Taylor, Clark, Vasquez, Imperial
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
Councilman Taylor asked Dolly Leong (in audience) about a question she had called him
about a few weeks ago regarding a problem she had in the City.
Dolly Leong stated that she called Councilman Taylor as he has experience in
construction. Ms. Leong stated that her general contractor, who is also the architect, changed the
floor plan for her project that was approved by the City under the PD zone. Ms. Leong stated
that she does not know how to solve this problem.
Councilman Taylor asked Ms. Leong what her attorney recommends.
Ms. Leong stated that the her attorney was directed by the City to contact our City
Attorney, but he refused to do so.
Councilman Taylor stated that he cannot help her at this point as he also recommends
referring her back to her attorney. Mr. Taylor stated that this sounds like a legal matter now
involving her personal real estate problems.
Ms. Leong asked the City Attorney what she should do in the event her attorney does not
want to talk to the City Manager or to him.
Councilman Bruesch stated that he discussed this issue with Ms. Leong about three times
prior and explained to her that the City cannot enter into a private litigation. The City cannot
take sides nor give advice, it would put the City in jeopardy of being sued.
VIII. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE - None
PRESENTATION:
At this time Tim Jenkins, Consultant and Nick Conway, Executive Director, for
SGVCOG (arrived late) delivered their presentation and analysis on the creation of a West San
Gabriel Valley Transportation Zone. The Governing Board of COG approved implementing the
Interim Joint Powers Authority to form a new transportation zone in the western San Gabriel
Valley. It will be comprised of nine cities in the San Gabriel Valley (Alhambra, Montebello,
Monterey Park, Pasadena, Rosemead, San Gabriel, San Marino, Sierra Madre and South
Pasadena). This new Zone would transfer MTA identified bus services in the Valley. Their
updated Financial Plan indicates that under a variety of scenarios the new West San Gabriel
Valley zone would operate at a reduced cost. However, due to stringent requirements as
specified in SB 1101 (Murray), the new Zone's cost will be approximately 25% higher than
Foothill's operating costs. The new zone would not begin to receive the full benefit of the
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reduced cost until the fifth year of operation. The short and long-term viability of the zone
regarding rests on future negotiations with MTA regarding the specific terms and conditions for
the new zone startup costs. There are both pros and cons to forming a West San Gabriel Valley
Transportation zone. The Pros include: More local control over the service provided;
opportunity over time to provide more cost-effective service; control over fare structure; and
opportunity to provide more service to meet the transit needs. The Cons include: Administering
a large transit operation; MTA transition issues; Union negotiations; and funding issues with
MTA. They estimate it will cost $400,000 in consultant and legal fees to complete the next
phase of the feasibility analysis.
In conclusion, Mr. Conway explained that their recommended action is for the City to
approve the joint powers agreement for the Interim West San Gabriel Valley Transportation
Zone, and authorize the City Manager to contribute the City's proportional share of any
remaining funds in the event additional funds are needed to complete the study within the
adopted budget. However, if the City does not wish to pursue this issue further or is happy with
the status quo, then a decision does not have to made tonight. They will return within six months
with additional information and figures at which time the City can then make a decision.
Juan Nunez, 2702 Del Mar, Rosemead, asked if the bus drivers are paid from the time
they check-in or from the time they are in the bus and driving. Mr. Conway replied that that is a
union issue. Mr. Nunez asked what advantage is there to having these zones. Mr. Conway
replied that Mr. Nunez is referring to bus fare zones. Mr. Nunez speculated that most of the
drivers will be part-time so that benefits will not have to be paid, as is currently practiced by
MTA. Mr. Nunez asked what is the cost to COG for this study. Mr. Conway replied that it cost
$300,000 in daily expenses over the past 2 years, and it will cost another $400,000 to get to the
point of actually going into the zone.
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, March 13, 2001, at 8:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted:
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City Clerk
APPROVED:
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