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ADOPTED BY THE
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING ROSEMEAD
ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL CITY COUNCIL
APRIL 27, 1999
The regular meeting of the Rosemead City Council was called to order by Mayor Vasquez 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 Mayor Pro Tern Clark
The Invocation was delivered by Councilman Imperial
ROLL CALL OF OFFICERS:
Present: Councilmembers Bruesch, Imperial, Mayor Pro Tern Clark, and Mayor
Vasquez
Absent: Councilman Taylor- excused
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: None
PRESENTATIONS:
A proclamation was presented declaring May 9, 1999 as "National Day of Prayer".
Melissa Okamuro, 3141 Heglis Avenue, Rosemead, thanked the Council for attending the
Rosemead School Board Council Dinner on April 26, 1999.
1. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE -None
H. PUBLIC HEARINGS
An explanation of the procedures for the conduct of the public hearing was presented by
the City Attorney. The City Clerk then administered the oath to all those persons wishing to
address the Council on any public hearing item.
A. PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING ADOPTION OF THE PROPOSED
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT AND HOME ANNUAL
FUNDING PLAN FOR FY 1999-2000
Frank Tripepi, City Manager, presented the staff report.
The Mayor opened the public hearing for those in the audience wishing to speak on this
item.
There being no one wishing to speak, the Mayor closed the public hearing.
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMAN BRUESCH
that the Council approved the CDBG and HOME annual Funding Plan and authorize the City
Manager to execute all appropriate certifications. Vote resulted:
Yes: Bruesch, Vasquez, Clark, Imperial
No: None
Absent: Taylor
Abstain: None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
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HL LEGISLATIVE
A. RESOLUTION NO. 99-15- CLAIMS AND DEMANDS
The following Resolution was presented to the Council for adoption.
RESOLUTION NO. 99-15
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF
$527,407.87 NUMBERED 26765 THROUGH 26881
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMAN BRUESCH
that the Council adopt Resolution No. 99-15. Vote resulted:
Yes: Bruesch, Vasquez, Clark, Imperial
No: None
Absent: Taylor
Abstain: None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
B. RESOLUTION NO. 99-15 -A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD ADOPTING POLICY GUIDELINES
REGARDING PROPOSED LEGISLATION CONCERNED WITH THE
FORMATION OF A LOCAL RIVERS AND MOUNTAINS
CONSERVANCY
The following Resolution was presented to the Council for adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 99-15
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROSEMEAD
ADOPTING POLICY GUIDELINES REGARDING PROPOSED
LEGISLATION CONCERNED WITH THE FORMATION OF A LOCAL
RIVERS AND MOUNTAINS CONSERVANCY
Pearl Fu, Field Representative from Senator Hilda Solis's office, was present to explain the
changes to the Bill with regard to Council's concerns. Ms. Fu stated that the one major change to
the bill was the addition of the section stating that the conservancy shall not take action within a
jurisdiction of a city without the written approval of that city. Ms. Fu continued that the
following sections were not changed: The governing board of the conservancy will remain to be
comprised of mostly local officials, not locally elected officials; the power of eminent domain will
remain with the State; and, the conservancy will retain the power to engage in any offensive
litigation. Ms. Fu stated that Senator Karnette will be a co-author of the bill.
Councilmember Clark expressed her appreciation to Senator Solis for the inclusion in the
bill of the section stating that the conservancy will not take action without the written approval of
that city.
Frank Tripepi, City Manager, suggested that the Council adopt the resolution setting the
guidelines, and when those guidelines are met and placed into the bill, this item will be brought
back to the Council for support.
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
CLARK that the Council adopt Resolution No. 99-15. Vote resulted:
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Yes: Vasquez, Clark, Imperial
No: Bruesch
Absent: Taylor
Abstain: None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
Councilman Bruesch stated that he appreciates Senator Solis's efforts in trying to meet our
City's demands, but, he voted No because he does not want to see this area losing the
conservancy that is desperately needed to protect us from the land grabs of the west side.
Councilmember Clark stated that eminent domain is a very important issue, and she hopes
that it will eventually be added into the bill.
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR(CC-A was removed for discussion purposes)
CC-B AB 1092 (LOWENTHAL) - TRANSFER OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE
LICENSES
CC-C REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL TRAFFIC CONTROLS ON ENCINITA
AVENUE
CC-D AUTHORIZATION FOR THE FINANCE DIRECTOR TO ATTEND THE
INFORMATION DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION USER
CONFERENCE- CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, JUNE 28-30, 1999
CC-E APPROVAL OF FUND TRANSFER- LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT
BLOCK GRANT (LLEBG) PROGRAM
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN IMPERIAL, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
CLARK that the foregoing items on the Consent Calendar be approved. Vote resulted:
Yes: Bruesch, Vasquez, Clark, Imperial
No: None
Absent: Taylor
Abstain: None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
CC-A APPROVAL OF ENGINEERING PROPOSAL FOR TRAFFIC SIGNAL
SYSTEM AND MASTER PLAN STUDY
Councilman Bruesch stated that there are traffic signal phasing problems on Hellman
Avenue, from New Avenue to Walnut Grove. Mr. Bruesch continued that another problem area
is the corner of Walnut Grove at San Gabriel Boulevard/Landis View which continues to confuse
motorist and requested that the study concentrate on those areas.
MOTION BY COUNCILMAN BRUESCH, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER
CLARK that the Council approve the engineering proposal and direct staff to begin preparation of
the Traffic Signal Master Plan. Vote resulted:
Yes: Bruesch, Vasquez, Clark, Imperial
No: None
Absent: Taylor
Abstain: None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
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V. MATTERS FOR DISCUSSION AND ACTION
A. SCA 1 (O'CONNELL) AND SCA 3 (BURTON) - ALLOWING MAJORITY
VOTER APPROVAL FOR SPECIAL TRANSPORTATION TAXES AND
SCHOOL BOND ISSUES
Frank Tripepi, City Manager, suggested that the Council take no action at this time and
when these items are approved to be placed on the ballot, the City can then take a position on the
initiatives.
Juan Nunez, 2702 Del Mar, Rosemead, urged the Council to take a position on this issue.
Mr. Nunez stated that if the bills are passed by voter approval allowing a majority vote, he fears
that one agency after another will be in a rush to put bonds on the ballot.
Councilmember Clark stated that she agrees with Mr. Nunez in that the way that the votes
are established now, it is unfair for property owners who bear the burden of the bond measures.
Ms. Clark continued that the voter turnout for these elections is often only 15%, and with 50%
plus 1 making a majority, you have a very small reflection of people affecting the outome.
MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER CLARK, SECOND BY COUNCILMAN
IMPERIAL that the Council take no action on this matter tonight, however, should the initiatives
be placed on the ballot, then the Council take a position to oppose. Vote resulted:
Yes: Bruesch, Vasquez, Clark, Imperial
No: None
Absent: Taylor
Abstain: None
The Mayor declared said motion duly carried and so ordered.
VI. STATUS REPORTS -None
VII. MATTERS FROM OFFICIALS -None
VIII. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE -None
Holly Knapp, 8367 E. Whitmore, Rosemead, apologized that the annual Prayer Breakfast
was not scheduled for this year. Ms. Knapp requested that the Council approve an informal
prayer meeting to be held in front of City Hall, on Thursday, May 6, 1999, at 10:00 a.m. The
Council did not have any objections.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further action to be taken at this time, the meeting was adjourned at 8:20
p.m. The next regular meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 11, 1999, at 8:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted: APPROVED:
City Clerk MAYOR
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