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INITIATION:
1. CALL TO ORDER:
CITY OF TEMPLE CITY
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
AUGUST 1, 1989
Pursuant to Agenda posted on July 28, 1989, Mayor Froehle
called the meeting of the City Council to order at 7:30 P.M. on
Tuesday, August 1, 1989.
2. The invocation was given by Pastor Barry Vail, Bethlehem Evan-
gelical Lutheran Church, 5319 North Halifax Road.
3. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Mayor Froehle.
4. ROLL CALL:
Present: Councilmembers Atkins, Breazeal, Gillanders,
Swain and Froehle
Absent: None
Also Present: City Manager Koski, Community Development
Director Dawson, Public Works Coordinator
Peterson, Parks & Recreation Director Ko-
bett, Temple City Times Staff Writer
Estrada, Pacesetter Staff W :^iter Holtzclaw
and SGV Tribune Staff Writer Medve
PRESENTATION:
A. INTERNATIONAL SISTER CITY READER'S DIGEST AWARD
Harry Aronson, President, Temple City Sister City Organi-
zation, presented to Mayor Froehle an award he accepted
on behalf of the Temple City organization. This honor was
awarded by the Reader's Digest Foundation on July 21st at
the annual Sister Cities International conference in
Portland, Oregon. Mr. Aronson extended his appreciation
and congratulations to everyone in the community who
participated in this program, with special thanks going
to Marie Waterlond for the extra effo :_t expended in
seeking this award. Mr. Aronson then called on Commis-
sioner Walker who willingly agreed to take a like plaque
to Hawkesbury Shire, Australia.
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B. JPIA RISK MANAGEMENT AWARD - 1989
Councilmember Gillanders conferred to Mayor Froehle an
award he accepted on behalf of the City of Temple City on
Monday evening at the annual JPIA meeting. This award
was presented to the City for its Outstanding Risk Man-
agement Program for 1989. Councilmember Gillanders
extended congratulations to Keyth Durham and all City
Hall staff members for their efforts and cooperation
which enabled the City to win this impressive award.
Councilmember Swain called attention to the fact that
congratulations were also in order for Councilmember
Gillanders who was elected First Vice President of JPIA.
Mayor Froehle explained that Councilmembers, in addition
to normal Councilmanic duties, served on other commit-
tees. Councilmember Gillanders serves on JPIA and spends
a minimum of 10 to 12 hours per week just on this one
committee.
5. CONSENT CALENDAR:
Councilmembers Atkins and Gillanders requested Item L. be
removed, Councilmember Swain requested removal of Item E.,
Councilmember Breazeal removed Item B. and Item K. was removed
by Mayor Froehle on request by someone in the audience.
Councilmember Atkins moved approval of the remainder of the
Consent Calendar, seconded by Councilmember Breazeal and
unanimously carried.
A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - Regular meeting of July 18, 1989
Council approved as written.
C. RESOLUTION NO. 89 -2888: ACCEPTANCE OF OFFER TO DEDICATE
EASEMENT EAST SIDE OF GOLDEN WEST, NORTH OF LOWER AZUSA
ROAD -
Council adopted Resolution No. 89 -2888 accepting the ir-
revocable offer to dedicate 30 feet of land for street
widening purposes along the east side of Golden West from
Lower Azusa Road to the north line of Pa ^cel 1, of Map
#11844. Said Resolution No. 89 -2888 to be recorded with
the County Recorder.
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D. ACCEPTANCE OF BID: PROJECT #89 -2, REPAINTING OF PAVEMENT
MARKINGS AND STRIPING - SCHOOLS, SELECT SYSTEM STREETS AND
MTCE AREAS 4, 5 AND 6 -
Council accepted low bid from Arrow Straight Marking and
Striping Service in the amount of $29,803.20 and authorized
Mayor and City Clerk to sign agreement.
F. APPROVAL OF PLANS & SPECIFICATIONS AND AIJTHORIZATION TO
SOLICIT BIDS: PROJECT 89 -3, BUS BENCH SHELTERS AND TRASH
RECEPTACLES -
Council approved plans and specifications for purchase and
installation of new bus bench shelters and trash recept-
acles, authorized the solicitation of bids and approved
calendar of events.
G. RESOLUTION NO. 89 -2889: REQUEST FOR SB 821 FUNDS, SIDEWALK
CONSTRUCTION -
Council authorized request for 1989 -90 funds in the amount
of $8,994.00; adopted Resolution No. 89 -2889 indicating the
City's desire to receive the allocation and authorized City
Manager to sign claim form for the City.
H. MUNICIPAL CODE AMENDMENT: ORD. NO. 89 -652 (2ND READING) -
Council waived further reading and adopted Ord. No. 89 -652
which repeals Section 2211 of the Municipal Code and trans-
fers certain financial and accounting responsibilities to
Director of Finance.
I. RESOLUTION NO. 89 -2894: PROPOSED CHANGE TO PERS CONTRACT -
REMOVAL OF EXCLUSION OF ELECTED OFFICIALS -
Council adopted Resolution No. 89 -2894, A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY OF INTENTION TO
APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BOARD OF
ADMINISTRATION OF THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM
AND THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY and set
public hearing for August 15, 1989.
J. DEFERRED COMPENSATION PROGRAM: CHANGE OF PLAN DEPOSITORY -
Council approved agreement with Great Western Financial
Corporation and authorized Mayor to sign said agreement.
M. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTIONS FROM THEIR REGULAR MEETING OF
JULY 25, 1989 -
Council received and filed.
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N. RESOLUTION NO. 89 -2891: APPOINTMENT OF PERSONNEL -
Council adopted Resolution No. 89 -2891 approving the em-
ployment of budgeted personnel.
0. RESOLUTION NO. 89 -2893: APPROVAL OF PAYMENT OF BILLS -
Council adopted Resolution No. 89 -2893 allowing claims and
demands in the amount of $279,436.03.
B. ACCEPTANCE OF PROPOSAL: PROFESSIONAL DESIGN SERVICES FOR
LIVE OAK PARK -
Councilmember Breazeal did not question the selection of
Recreation Systems, Inc., but would like the architect to
receive a copy of the letter from the Ryland Avenue resi-
dents indicating their concern regarding light spillage
into back yards, timing buzzers and the addition of land-
scaping that would provide a maximum noise buffer.
Councilmember Swain moved to accept the proposal in the
amount of $10,105.00 from Recreation Systems, Inc. to
design the basketball /volleyball court area and play appa-
ratus walkways at Live Oak Park with the proviso that a
copy of the letter referenced above be given to R.S.I.,
seconded by Councilmember Atkins and unanimcusly carried.
E. ACCEPTANCE OF WORK: PROJECT #88 -5, MISCELLANEOUS CONCRETE
REPAIR, VARIOUS LOCATIONS, RAYMOR ELECTRIC COMPANY -
Councilmember Swain said when Council accepted the low bid
from Raymor they had many questions, went through a lengthy
discussion and very nearly bypassed them for another com-
pany. Council should be alert to this type of questioning.
Raymor had a lot of rework and they were slow in doing the
work. She did not feel this was the best contractor and
perhaps Council should be more selective in the future as
to their choice of contractor.
Councilmember Atkins agreed with Councilmember Swain and
incorporating her comments, moved to accept the concrete
repair work performed by Raymor; authorized City Clerk to
file Notice of Completion; authorized payment in the amount
of $8,864.16 to Raymor Electric Company and authorized
payment of the 10o retention at the end of the 35 -day lien
period in the amount of $4,173.20, seconded by Council -
member Breazeal and unanimously carried.
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K. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM: EXCHANGE OF
FUNDS -
William Bretz, 8723 Hermosa, asked Council who received the
$.60 on the dollar and what funds are being exchanged. He
said it was obvious what the funds would be spent on.
City Manager Koski, answering Mr. Bretz's questions, stated
the City's General Fund will acquire the funds. The City
will spend $.60 and receive $1.00 of CDBG funds for the
purpose of acquisition of properties in Block "A ".
Councilmember Swain moved to approve the exchange of CDBG
Funds with the City of Westlake Village at an exchange rate
of $.60 on the dollar and authorized the Mayor to execute
the agreement, seconded by Councilmember Atkins and unani-
mously carried.
L. CLAIM FOR DAMAGES: ESTRADA, MARTHA & ERIKA
Councilmember Gillanders explained that this incident
occurred outside Temple City and the City was not involved
in any way. The City was named because the Sheriff's Sta-
tion is located in Temple City. He requested that Carl
Warren be requested to refer this item to the appropriate
Agency and to indicate Temple City is not involved in any
way.
Councilmember Swain moved to deny claim and refer to JPIA,
seconded by Councilmember Atkins and unanimously carried.
6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
A. ZONING CODE AMENDMENTS: ORD. NO. 89 -654 INTRODUCE FOR
FIRST READING -
Providing background information, City Manager Koski stated
that on July 18, 1989, Council held a public hearing rela-
tive to several Zoning Code amendments. At this time, the
Ordinance is being introduced for first reading by title
only and includes the changes approved at the July 18th
meeting.
Councilmember Atkins could not recall when the standard
parking space went from 10' to 9'.
Community Development Director Dawson said for an enclosed
garage the standard size is 10' but open parking space size
is 9' but he was not sure when it changed.
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Councilmember Breazeal recalled it changed in conjunction
with construction of the Edwards Theater and then was
applied to everything. There were two standards - one for
regular sized vehicles and one for compacts.
Councilmember Gillanders introduced for first reading by
title only Ordinance No. 89 -654, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY AMENDING SECTIONS 9111,
9116, 9119, 9202, 9291,9296, 9333, 9350, 9360 AND 9362 OF
THE TEMPLE CITY ZONING CODE , seconded by Councilmember
Swain and carried, with Councilmember Breazeal abstaining
because of a possible conflict of interest en Sections 9119
and 9333.
B. PROPOSED SAN GABRIEL VALLEY MOSQUITO ABATEMENT DISTRICT
STATUS REPORT -
City Manager Koski, in his background report, said Council
passed Resolution No. 89 -2840 on February 7, 1989, consent-
ing to and requesting inclusion of the City within the
proposed San Gabriel Valley Mosquito Abatement District.
Upon formation of this District, a Board of Trustees must
be appointed. Each City is entitled to appcint a member to
the Board and must be elector and resident of the respec-
tive City. This item is on the Agenda this evening for
Council to appoint a designated member to the District
Board.
Councilmember Gillanders nominated Councilmember Breazeal
to serve as a member of the SGV Mosquito Abatement District
Board.
Councilmember Breazeal declined because of the time ele-
ment.
Councilmember Breazeal nominated Councilmember Swain who
accepted this added responsibility. Mayor Froehle will be
the alternate member to this Board.
7. NEW BUSINESS:
A. MASTER PLAN OF CURBS AND GUTTERS -
Providing background information, City Manager Koski stated
that in June 1988, Council directed that a comprehensive
plan of curbs and gutters be developed to analyze and
prioritize repairs, replacements and installations. Dwight
French Associates were engaged to conduct a survey and
analysis. A report was prepared and presented to the
Traffic Commission. After discussion and refinement by the
Commission this Master Plan was approved on July 5, 1989.
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Mayor Froehle complimented the Traffic Commission for their
efforts and felt they came up with a nice plan of action.
There are 26,000 feet of curbs and gutters in a state of
disrepair that will be repaired over the next 25 years.
Councilmember Breazeal expressed problems in adopting this
Plan until they conferred with Counsel regarding some of
the statements made. Also, it is a 30 -year program but
does not consider inflation in this 30 years.
Councilmember Gillanders felt a variety of statements were
made that could lead to trouble down the road.
Council discussed the proposed Master Plan at great length
questioning several of the statements made in the Policies
Section. Two Councilmembers felt Item B. should be elimi-
nated altogether. They agreed that special assessments to
property owners should be avoided; however, it should
depend on circumstances and not on policy. Regarding Item
D., wheelchair ramps be installed at all corners whenever
curb replacement at such corners is necessary, does not
take into consideration flood control. Also, it does not
indicate there is a sidewalk there. This cculd be modified
to state something to the effect that if there is a side-
walk there. On Item F., it was asked who wculd pay for the
driveway? It was the consensus of Council that there were
too many policy statements made that should be reviewed by
Counsel before incorporation into an adopted Master Plan.
Councilmember Swain moved to continue this item until the
City Attorney has reviewed the wording and return to Coun-
cil for further consideration, seconded by Councilmember
Breazeal and unanimously carried.
Councilmember Gillanders stated the Traffic Commission did
an excellent job and the Plan is very appropriate.
B. RESOLUTION NO. 89 -2892: FALCON COMMUNICATIONS CABLE TELE-
VISION FRANCHISE TRANSFER TO CENCOM CABLE TELEVISION INC. -
Reporting to Council, City Manager Koski confirmed that the
City has received notification that the present owners of
Falcon Communications, dba Choice Television, have agreed
to sell the company to Cencom Cable Television, Inc. of
Missouri. The sale is conditioned on Council approval and
assignment of the Franchise to the new owner. Council has
received background information on this proposal. It is
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recommended Council adopt Resolution No. 89 -2892 approving
transfer and assignment of Falcon Communication Cable TV
Franchise in Temple City to Cencom Cable Television, Inc.
with the condition that all aspects of the franchise shall
remain in effect, including the franchise payment, and that
the franchise will continue in effect until its 1995 expi-
ration.
Councilmember Gillanders recalled Councilmember Atkins was
on the Council at the time this came up. He predicted this
ultimately would be sold. The sale has taken longer than
anticipated.
Mayor Froehle asked the invited representatives from the
Cable Company to come forward and speak at this time.
John Brooks, Cencom, 14500 So. Outer Road, Chesterfield,
Missouri, explained that Cencom has been in business since
1982 and since that time have sold only one cable system.
They are very committed to the cable industry and it is
their only business. They are very excited about the
area's potential. Sixteen other franchises are included
in this proposal. After this acquisition they will be the
30th largest cable company in the industry. They are very
in tune with the customer and are very community oriented
in the cities in which they operate.
Answering questions from Mayor Froehle and Council, Mr.
Brooks replied that initially there would be no increase in
the subscription fees. There would not be a rate increase
through the end of the year. They would accept all commit-
ments and conditions of the original Falcon Franchise
Agreement and agree to the 5% franchise fee. Mr. Brooks
said they would maintain a local office and local studio.
Additionally, he stated they have an aggr=essive routine
maintenance program and do twice a year performance tests.
He then went into some detail as to the different mainte-
nance programs and tests that would be routinely performed.
As to the number of personnel, Mr. Brooks said there were
no plans to reduce the present staff and most, if not all,
of the present staff would be retained.
Councilmember Gillanders moved to adopt Resolution No.
89 -2892, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TEMPLE CITY APPROVING THE TRANSFER AND ASSIGNMENT OF CABLE
TELEVISION FRANCHISE FROM FALCON COMMUNICA"'IONS TO CENCOM
CABLE TELEVISION, INC. with the condition that all aspects
of the franchise shall remain in effect, including the
franchise payment and that the franchise will continue in
effect until expiration in 1995; seconded by Councilmember
Atkins and unanimously approved.
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C. PURCHASE OF DATA PROCESSING EQUIPMENT -
As background, Council is requested to apprcve the purchase
of two PC's, monitors, printers and software programs. The
programs consist of Business License and Tree Inventory as
well as training. Detailed information has been provided
to Council in staff's memo dated August 1, 1989.
Councilmember Atkins moved to approve the purchase of two
PC's, monitors, printers and software programs as recom-
mended in staff's memo dated August 1, 1989; seconded by
Councilmember Gillanders and unanimously approved.
8. COMMUNICATIONS:
A. USA -JAPAN PONY BASEBALL FRIENDSHIP SERIES -
Providing background, City Manager Koski stated a letter
has been received from Cathe Wilson, Director, Temple City
Pony -Colt League, requesting financial assistance from the
City in support of the friendship games between the base-
ball team from Japan and local organizations.
Councilmember Gillanders said this is one of those no -win
situations. The group has been very well handled and they
have done outstanding work. However, there is a problem in
that the State of California has imposed limitations on
Council as to the amount of public funds that can be spent
and on the kind of activity. They have provided transpor-
tation for the Sister City group but transportation and /or
other funds for such use are in the parameters of the State
Constitution. Gifts and funds to private individuals or
organizations are severely limited. Then, there is the
problem of setting a precedent. Without City Attorney's
input, Councilmember Gillanders expressed serious concern,
and did not like granting to one charitable organization
that which cannot be granted to all.
Councilmember Breazeal pointed out Cathe Wilson, Director,
Temple City Pony -Colt League, is in the audience and per-
haps could answer some of Council's concerns.
Cathe Wilson, 10217 Randwick Drive, reiterated that the
request is for transportation and a luncheon presented by
the City. She filled Council in on some of the activities,
luncheons, and over -all treatment received by the Temple
City team during their visit to Japan. She felt it would
be embarrassing if the City did not reciprocate in some
like manner and their group just did not have the funds.
Ms. Wilson then showed a portion of a video taken of the
team while in Japan. In 1985, the Council did present
jackets to a visiting Japanese team. She did not feel the
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request was out of line. The visiting team will play in
Temple City, Chicago and New York. This is a one -time
request as Temple City will not be returning to Japan.
Councilmember Atkins expressed the same concerns stated by
Councilmember Gillanders. He did not like spending tax-
payer dollars for a small special interest group. He would
like to be able to help everyone, but they just can't.
Councilmember Swain did not agree with this approach. The
$650 requested is a small amount and they have spent this
amount on other projects that could be deferred. It's,a
one -time request. They did approve transportation for the
Sister City group and have occasionally approved requests
for transportation in the past. Setting a precedent is not
that big of a thing. Each group must come before Council
and will be considered on an individual basis. Council
received letters from Japan and they gave luncheons, recep-
tions, gifts, etc. to our youths. She felt it would be
embarrassing for this City not to reciprocate with a lunch-
eon hosted by Council to welcome these youngsters from
Japan.
Councilmember Breazeal agreed with Councilmember Swain,
adding that he would like a plaque from the City presented
at the luncheon.
Mayor Froehle understood both sides. It does fall within
the term community interest. This is a special occasion
and he agreed with Councilmembers Breazeal and Swain. It
is a unique situation and he favored approving the request.
Councilmember Gillanders stated as a representative to the
JPIA, he had no choice but to oppose it.
Director of Parks & Recreation Kobett, in answer to Coun-
cil's question, stated the room at Live Oak Park was sched-
uled for use by the Senior Citizens on Tuesday, August
15th, but would like to talk to the club president. This
group has accommodated other uses in the past.
Councilmember Breazeal moved to approve the allocation of
up to $700 for transportation, a City - sponsored luncheon
and plaque for the visiting team from Japan, seconded by
Councilmember Swain and carried on a roll call vote as
follows:
ROLL CALL:
AYES: Councilmembers Breazeal, Swain and Froehle
NOES: Councilmembers Atkins and Gillanders
ABSENT: None
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B. REQUEST FOR RESOLUTION FROM THE CITY OF PASADENA SUPPORTING
LIGHT RAIL AND COMMUTER RAIL -
The San Gabriel Valley Association of Cities adopted a
resolution favoring construction of light rail transit to
Pasadena and implementation of commuter rail from the City
of San Bernardino. The Association requested Council adopt
a similar resolution and the City of Pasadena is adding
their support to this request. This item was put on the
Agenda at the request of Councilmember Atkins.
Councilmember Atkins gave a little background on this item
and said time is of the essence. He felt this would bene-
fit the entire San Gabriel Valley and urged Council to
support it by adopting a Resolution to that effect.
Councilmember Breazeal moved to adopt Resolution supporting
Light Rail and Commuter Rail, seconded by Councilmember
Atkins and unanimously carried. The City Clerk, pursuant
to this approval, prepared Resolution No. 89 -2896, A RESO-
LUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY
FAVORING EARLY CONSTRUCTION OF LIGHT RAIL AND COMMUTER RAIL
FOR THE SAN GABRIEL VALLEY.
9. TIME FOR THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO SPEAK:
Bob Pitts, 5312 Degas, addressed Council on the sale of the
cable franchise issue. He asked Council if the new company
would assume the responsibility of returning the security
deposit on the boxes. People were experiencing problems in
getting this refund. He also questioned if the new company
would have similar type programming and if precautions were
taken to see that porno or other unsatisfactory type programs
would not be shown.
Mayor Froehle replied that these issues were addressed and the
new company agreed to all conditions of the existing contract.
Reverend Barry Vail, Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church,
5319 N. Halifax Rd., discussed with Council the fact that
cities are implementing curbside recycling and he wondered if
Temple City has considered a program of this type.
Mayor Froehle explained this is a new pioneering area as far as
technology goes. Right now it costs more to recycle than not
to. Eventually we will all be recycling, but right now they
are letting other cities work out the bugs.
Councilmember Swain added that she sat for 18 months on a task
force on waste disposal and she is keeping the City alerted on
developments. Community Disposal is a fairly snall company and
the trash pickup trucks cost $125,000. However, they are
beginning to get equipment in place to do curb recycling.
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Councilmember Gillanders explained the cost involved and men-
tioned that the Chamber of Commerce has a committee working on
recycling.
Betty Buck, 1026 La Cadena #H, Arcadia, took this opportunity
to introduce herself to Council and gave a little information
on her business. The National Community Directory started in
Phoenix in 1985. For Temple City, she plans a 48 -page magazine
supported by the purchase of contracts for ad space. The rest
of the magazine will be devoted to happenings in the City. It
will be issued three times per year and will be sold by a
non - profit organization.
Lucinda Grant, 5434 N. El Monte Ave., a long -time resident of
Temple City, was very complimentary of staff, the City Manager
and Councilmember Swain. She appreciated Councilmember Swain
presenting the women's point of view. On the whole, she felt
Temple City is a terrific place to live.
RECESS TO CRA
At 9:05 P.M. the City Council met as the Temple City Community
Redevelopment Agency; approved the Minutes of the regular
meeting of July 18, 1989; denied request to rent property
located at 5721 North Rosemead Blvd. for the sale of pumpkins
and Christmas trees and adopted Resolution No. CRA 89 -371
allowing warrants and demands in the amount of $50.06. The
Minutes of the Agency are set forth in full :.n the Agency's
records.
RECONVENE AS CITY COUNCIL
10. ACTION ON REQUEST BY CRA: NONE
11. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS:
A. FEDERAL DISTRICT COURT DECISION RE FOREIGN LANGUAGE SIGNS-
The City Attorney has provided staff with a court decision
regarding the City of Pomona's sign regulations. The court
declared the Pomona Ordinance invalid. In view of this
court decision, it is suggested this matter be referred to
the Planning Commission for additional study and during the
interim, suspend enforcement of the applicable sign ordi-
nance provisions.
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Council discussed the fact that Temple City's sign ordi-
nance is similar to Pomona's and the court just determined
that Pomona's was unconstitutional. One Councilmember felt
this decision should be challenged because the judge who
heard the case is Asian and the possibility of a conflict
of interest is there. Also, it was felt Council should not
direct the Planning Commission to do anything at this time
until they talked with Counsel and attorneys from the five
or so other cities involved.
Councilmember Gillanders moved to suspend enforcement of
that portion of the sign ordinance dealing with foreign
language until there is a firm policy, seconded by Council -
member Swain and unanimously carried.
B. 1989 ICMA CONFERENCE /VACATION - 9/25/89 - 10/13/89
Council is requested to approve the City Manager's atten-
dance at the 1989 ICMA Conference in. Des Moines, Iowa,
September 25 -27, 1989 and a two -week vacation directly
following the conference.
Councilmember Gillanders moved to approve City Manager's
attendance at the 1989 ICMA Conference in Iowa and a two -
week vacation directly following said Conference, seconded
by Councilmember Breazeal and unanimously carried.
Councilmember Gillanders told Council he was notified last
night that Father Michael Smith died yesterday. He was a very
loved man and he loved the City of Temple City. Councilmember
Gillanders also remarked on the bus bench lights on Temple City
Blvd. Three were not burning. They are powered by solar cells
so obviously the sun is not reaching them. He requested staff
check these out. He also commented on attending the Sister
City Award presentation in Portland and was ve::y pleased with
Temple City's presentation and representation at this lunch-
eon.
Councilmember Atkins reported on a Building Industry Associa-
tion letter about a SCAG hearing on their plan to clean up the
air.
Councilmember Swain commented on all the questions she has been
getting on what is going on with Gino's building. It needs to
be clarified. There is a sign indicating Gino has lost his
lease and is moving. The reality is that in the earthquake two
years ago, the building was damaged. After inspection by an
engineer it was determined it would be very costly to repair so
Gino's lease was not renewed. No decision has been made on
the final disposition of this building. When the time comes
for a final determination, it will be discussed openly. It
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will be put out for other public agencies to bid on and then on
the open market. She wanted it known that whatever is done
with this property it will be done through the legal channels.
She also thought it would be appropriate to adjourn in memory
of Father Michael Smith.
Mayor Froehle said they received a request from the County
Board of Supervisors to support the Crime Victim's Justice
Reform Act. He requested staff contact the Sheriff's Depart-
ment for more information on this and then put on a subsequent
Agenda. He would like to know the Sheriff's position on this
item.
Councilmember Atkins moved to put the Crime Victim's Justice
Reform Act on •a future agenda, seconded by Councilmember
Breazeal and unanimously carried.
12. ADJOURNMENT:
At 9:35 P.M. Councilmember Gillanders moved to adjourn the
meeting in honor of Father Michael Smith, it was seconded and
unanimously carried. The next regular meeting of the City
Council will be held on Tuesday, August 15, 1989, at 7:30 P.M.
in Council Chambers, 5938 North Kauffman Avenue.
MAYOR
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