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INITIATION:
M I N U T E S
TEMPLE CITY
CALIFORNIA
19, 1966
1. Mayor Harker called the regular meeting of the City Council to
order at 7:30 P. M. Rev. Gilbert Myers of the Baptist Church
gave the invocation, following which Mayor Harker led the Pledg_
of Allegiance to the Flag.
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3.
4. ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Councilmen - Dickason, Merritt, Nunamaker, Tyrell, Harke:
ABSENT: Councilmen -None
ALSO PRESENT: City Attorney Martin, Planning Director George
Dragicevich, City Manager Koski, City Treas. Buchan
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
a. Regular meeting of April 5, 1966.
Councilman Dickason moved to approve the minutes of the regular
meeting of April 5, 1966, Councilman Nunamaker seconded, and
the motion carried unanimously.
b. Adjourned meeting of April 13, 1966.
Councilman Merritt moved to approve the minutes of the adjourned
meeting of April 13, 1966, Councilman Tyrell seconded and the
motion was unanimously carried.
SEATING OF NEWLY ELECTED COUNCILMEN:
Mayor Harker announced that at this time the canvass of the
vote at the municipal election held on April 12, 1966, would be
made.
City Clerk Koski presented the results of the canvass by the
canvassing board on April 18, at 10 A. M. advising only one
change was made on the unofficial tally conducted on April 12,
which made one less vote for Don Lanham. The total votes cast
were as follows:
Louis W. Merritt 1348 votes
A. L. Nunamaker 1068 votes
Paul W. Beckley 1379 votes
William Burke 614 votes
John W. Clemson 1385 votes
Merrill Fitzjohn 1341 votes
Louis T. Gilbertson 1138 votes
C. Ray Johnston ,818 votes
Don Lanham 425 votes
Mrs. Georgia Maxey 1073 votes
Mayor. Harker asked if any official protests had been received
and the City Manager advised there were none. The Mayor then
asked if there were any verbal protests to be made bi) anyone in
the audience, and no one came forward.
Councilman Dickason moved to adopt Resolution No. 66 -598 A RE-
SOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY, CALIF-
ORNIA, RECITING THE FACT OF THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD
IN SAID CITY OF TEMPLE CITY ON THE 12th DAY OF APRIL, 1966,
DECLARING THE RESULT THEREOF AND SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS ARE PRO-
VIDED BY LAW, Councilman Tyrell seconded, roll call vote to
carry the motion as follows:
AYES: Councilmen - Dickason, Merritt, Nunamaker, Tyrell, Harker
NOES: Councilmen -None
ABSENT: Councilmen -None
The City Clerk called Paul W. Beckley, John H. Clemson, and Lou::
W. Merritt to the podium and administered the Oath of Office
and delivered a Certificate of Election to each of them. The
new Councilmen were seated and the outgoing Councilmen were
given an opportunity to speak. Mr. Nunamaker commended the
newly elected Councilmen for their work with the City in the
past and stated he was confident they would continue to work
for the betterment of Temple City. E1r. Dickason joined with
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Mr. Nunamaker and wished the new Council good luck and God speec'
Mayor Harker expressed appreciation of the City to the two out-
going Councilmen for all of the work and time they have devoted
to the City as Councilmen. He then presented each with a brass
plaque in recognition of their tireless efforts.
Mayor Harker then requested the City Clerk to assume the chair
for the election of a new Mayor. City Clerk Koski opened
nominations for Mayor for the coming year. Councilman Clemson
placed the name of Jack R. Tyrell in nomination for Mayor,
Councilman Beckley moved nominations be closed and that the
Clerk cast a unanimous ballot for Jack R. Tyrell as Mayor,
Councilman Merritt seconded, and the motion carried unanimously.
The new Mayor took the chair at this time.
Mayor Tyrell expressed on behalf of the City appreciation for
the fine job Mayor Harker had done for the past year, especially
in the work in the annexation in pressing the issues which re-
sulted in the success of the election.
Mayor Tyrell then opened nominations for Mayor Pro Tempore.
Councilman Merritt nominated Councilman Harker as Mayor Pro Tem,
Councilman Clemson moved nominations be closed and a unanimous
vote be cast, Councilman Merritt seconded, roll call vote to
carry the motion as follows:
AYES: Councilmen - Beckley, Clemson, Harker, Merritt, Tyrell
NOES: Councilmen -None
ABSENT: Councilmen -None
The Mayor then made the following appointments to various or-
ganizations:
Sanitation District Mayor Tyrell
Alternate Councilman Merritt
League of Calif. Cities Councilman Harker
Alternate Councilman Clemson
Contract Cities Assn. Councilman Merritt
Alternate Councilman Beckley
County Library Councilman Harker
Finance Councilman Beckley
Rapid Transit Councilman Clemson
Civil Defense Councilman Clemson
S.G.V. Water Dist. Councilman Merritt
So, Calif. Assn. of Gov. Councilman Harker
Coordinating Council Mayor Tyrell
Councilman Clemson moved to confirm the appointments, Council-
man Harker seconded, and the motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING 7:30 P. M. ENTERTAINMENT LICENSE, HUNTER'S INN, 9446
LAS TUNAS DR. for piano -organ bar
City Manager Koski presented the license application of the
above stating reports from the Planning Director and Law En-
forcement agency was favorable, and no protests have been made
to the staff against this license. The only entertainment will
be a piano /organ bar and the singing of the audience immediate)
around the piano/organ.
Councilman Merritt moved to open the public hearing, seconded
and carried. Mayor Tyrell asked if anyone wished to speak in
favor or against this license and no one came forward to speak.
Councilman Clemson moved to close the public hearing, Council-
man Harker seconded, the motion carried unanimously. Following
discussion Councilman Merritt stated this type of entertainment
had been in existence at this location prior to the remodeling
and he moved to approve the application as presented, Council-
man Clemson seconded and the motion was carried by the followin'
roil call vote:
AYES: Councilmen - Beckley, Clemson, Harker, Merritt, Tyrell
NOES: Councilmen -None
ABSENT: Councilmen -None
PUBLIC HEARING: 7:30 P. M. CURB & GUTTER IMPROVEMENT PROJECT CHAP. 27
STREETS & HIGHWAYS CODE, BROADWAY, SOUTH SIDE, CLOVERLY TO
ENCINITA.
City Manager Koski advised a survey had been made of existing
improvements at this location and 57% of the total block is
improved and he recommended the Council authorize completion.
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Mayor Tyrell asked if anyone wished to speak in favor of the
project.
Mrs. Marquette, 9320 Broadway, spoke in favor but requested the
City do the installation rather than property owners hiring a
contractor.
City Manager Koski advised in order to qualify for the 50 re-
bate the property owners select their own contractor and can
get as many bids as they want. Mrs. Marquette advised they
would be gond during the summer and following discussion she
agreed to have someone represent her and will advise the City
Manager the name and address of this person.
No one else .came forward to speak in favor.
Mayor Tyrell asked if anyone wished to speak in opposition.
Mr. Zettelmyer, 9205 Broadway, stated he lived on the north side
and was not affected as yet but requested information about
payment which the City Manager explained. He also explained
the program which has been in existence 5 yrs. and the contri-
bution the City makes for the improvements.
No one else came forward to speak in opposition.
Councilman Merritt moved to close the public hearing, Council -
man Beckley seconded, and the motion carried unanimously.
Councilman Harker moved to find the project in the public inter-
est and instruct the Supt. of Streets to cause the work to be
done, Councilman Clemson seconded, roll call vote to carry the
motion as follows:
AYES: Councilmen - Beckley, Clemson, Harker, Merritt, Tyrell
NOES: Councilmen -None
ABSENT: Councilmen -None
6. STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT: Olive St., south side at Rosemead,
Curb & Gutter
City Manager Koski stated this street improvement project was
submitted for Council consideration at the last meeting and was
deferred until the staff could contact the church property owne,
re dedication of existing right of way. He advised the church
will make a gratis dedication of this particular strip along th;:.
flood control. He recommended the Council proceed with this
project which would be curb and gutter and street improvement
at an estimated cost of $3500. Some discussion followed regard-
ing the area between the curb and the flood control and this
will be considered at a later date. Councilman Merritt moved
to find the project in public interest and to instruct the Supt,_
of Streets to cause the work to be done, and to approve the
expenditure of gas tax monies in the amount of $3500. and to
amend the 1965 -66 budget to reflect this, Councilman Beckley
seconded, roll call vote to carry as follows:
AYES: Councilmen- Beckley, Clemson, Harker, Merritt, Tyreli
NOES: Councilmen -None
ABSENT: Councilmen -None
REPORT ON DRAINAGE EASEMENT PROBLEM: PRIMROSE - TRELAWNEY
City Manager Koski presented pictures taken showing existing
conditions.
City Attorney Martin stated this is a situation where the prop -,
erty to the north of the drainage easement is fee owner of the
property on which we have an easement. The question is whether
flood control devices are being damaged or not. The owner has
fee title and retains all rights which do not interfere with
the City easement.
Mayor Tyrell asked if anyone in the audience wished to speak.
Louis Weidner, 6327 N. Primrose, stated he lived at the end of
the cul de sac and owned the property the full length of the
south side. He explained the harrassment to them clay and night
of people from Trelawney and south Primrose walking through
the wash. He explained the subdivision was built three years
ago and at that time together with one other property owner
they contacted the City Manager and with his permission gates
were put in which were shut for two years. The property owner
to the north advised unless they were opened he would tear them
down. He explained the problem in detail to the Council.
City Attorney Martin recommended the Council go and see the
area in question and stated the rights of the City are limited
as we have interest for flood purposes only. He advised the
Council if they felt gates are necessary or appropriate to pro-
tect flood control rights and keep children out of there, and
what they throw in there is interferring with flood control
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the Council could do so. Following discussion Councilman Clem-
son moved to hold this over for the Councilmen to look at this
before the next Council meeting, Councilman Beckley seconded
and the motion carried unanimously.
8:20 P. M. At this time Mayor Tyrell declared a five minute
recess.
8 :25 P. M. Mayor Tyrell reconvened the Council.
NEW BUSINESS:
8. APPEAL FROM PLANNING COMMISSION DECISION: Zone Variance Case
#66 -182, Ernest R. Starr, 9219 E. Las Tunas Dr.
City Manager Koski recommended a public hearing be set for the
above appeal which had been filed by Mr. Starr. Councilman
Harker moved to set a public hearing for May 3, 1966, at 7:30
P. M., Councilman Clemson seconded and the motion carried un-
animously.
9. CURB& GUTTER: EMPEROR AVE., south side, Livia to Loma
The City Manager recommended this project be set for public
hearing. Councilman Merritt moved to set a public hearing for
7:30 P. M. on May 3, 1966, Councilman Beckley seconded, and the
motion was unanimously carried.
10. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS:
a. Recommend approval of Lot Split, Plot Plan #493, J. V. and
June M. Curley, 9149 E. Broadway.
Planning Director Dragicevich stated this was approved by the
Planning Commission on April 14 with deletion of item #4 of the
City Engineer's report requiring monuments be set, and item #5
to provtde for contributory drainage from adjacent property.
James McDonough of Arcadia Engineering, stated he represented
Mr. & Mrs. Curley,stated the Subdivision Map Act clearly states
they do not need monuments, and that they will set them before
any construction but as yet they do not know when they will star
building. The City Attorney advised they are not mandatory and
the Commission has waived them which is their prerogative.
Mr. McDonough presented maps showing the drainage and contour
map of the area. The Commission has deleted this item #5 also.
Councilmen Beckley and Clemson both disqualified themselves to
vote on this as they had acted on this as Planning Commissioners
Councilman Harker moved to approve the Planning Commission re-
commendation with stipulation as recommended by County Engineer
and monuments be installed prior to construction, Councilman
Merritt seconded, roil call vote to carry as follows:
AYES: Councilmen-Harker, Merritt, Tyrell
NOES: Councilmen -None
ABSTAINING: Councilmen - Beckley, Clemson
ABSENT: Councilmen -None
b. The Planning Director presented Plot Plan #494 at 5013 N.
Heleo Ave., owner Virginia F. Crandall, stating this was approv-
ed by the Planning Commission with the stipulation that the
applicant present a Parcel Map prepared by a Licensed Land Sur-
veyor corresponding to the map presented to the Commission.
Mr. McDonough, stated he also represented the owner of this
property, advised the recommendations from the engineer re
drainage were acceptable, and placing the slab 12' above the
flow line which would be kept 3 ft. from the building was also
acceptable at time the building permit is taken out.
Councilmen Beckley and Clemson both disqualified themselves for
the same reasons as above. Councilman Merritt moved to approve
the recommendation of the Planning Commission on Plot Plan #494,
Councilman Harker seconded, the motion carried by the following
roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen- Harker, Merritt, Tyrell
NOES: Councilmen -None
ABSENT: Councilmen -None
ABSTAINING: Councilmen - Beckley, Clemson
11. TRAFFIC COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS:
Item 5. LAS TUNAS CLEANERS, 9430 Las Tunas Dr. -short time park-
ing zone.
Traffic Engineer Envali advised this was to be'u'sed._.for pick -up
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and delivery as well as for quick -stops for customers. Follow-
ing discussion Councilman Merritt moved to approve, Councilman
Clemson seconded and the motion carried unanimously.
item 6. Temple City Library- short time parking zone:
Traffic Engineer Envall stated this was a request from the
Library, and the Commission recommend short time green curb
marking with enforcement on a complaint basis. Following dis-
cussion Councilman Harker moved to approve, Councilman Merritt
seconded and the motion was unanimously carried.
item 7. Cloverly, Primrose & Kauffman south of Las Tunas,
& Camellia Ave. north and south of Las Tunas - marked parking
stalls.
Traffic Engineer Envall presented the above recommendation and
advised the Council this would keep parked cars out of driveways
and be valuable as it would give full utilization of the parking
area. Following discussion Councilman Clemson moved to adopt
the recommendation of the Traffic Commission, Councilman Beckley
seconded and the motion carried unanimously.
Item 9. Garibaldi & Muscatel - 4 way stop.
Engineer Envall advised the Commission recommend placement of
"Stop" sign (4 -way) at Muscatel and Garibaldi with additional
up- grading of speed limit to 30 mph, subject to certification of
the annexation. Following discussion Councilman Merritt moved
to approve this recommendation, Councilman Beckley seconded and
the motion carried unanimously.
Item 10. Hermosa & Muscatel - requested 4 -way stop.
The Traffic Engineer advised the Commission recommend placement
of "Stop Ahead" pavement markings on Hermosa Dr. at both
approaches to Muscatel and placement of double centerline strip-
ing on both streets. Councilman Clemson moved to approve item
10 as recommended, Councilman Merritt seconded and the motion
carried unanimously.
Item 12. "Not a Through Street "sign and pavement marking on
Duffy St. at east approach to Noel Dr. with "Stop ahead "pavement
marking. This recommendation was presented by the Traffic
Engineer and Councilman Merritt moved to approve item 12, Coun-
cilman Harker seconded, and the motion carried unanimously.
Item 13. a. Recommend "Slow Curve" pavement markings at inter-
section on Longden at Encinita.
The Engineer presented this recommendation and advised the
markings would be on Longden approaching from the west to
Encinita. Councilman Harker moved to approve Item 13 a,
Councilman Clemson seconded and the motion carried unanimously.
Item 13. b. Recommend placement of red curb markings at fire
hydrant and two drives on the east side of Oak Ave. southerly
of Longden Ave.
Following presentation of this recommendation by the Engineer
Councilman Clemson moved to approve item 13 b, Councilman
Beckley seconded, and the motion was unanimously carried.
item 13. c. Recommend placement of Stop signs and Stop and
Stop Bar pavement markings on Olema, Woolley, and Fortson Stree+
at the west approach to Encinita.
The Traffic Engineer presented the above recommendation. Coun-
cilman Merritt moved to approve item 13 c, Councilman Beckley
seconded, and the motion carried unanimously.
12. RESOLUTION NO. 66 -599: Warrants & Demands.
City Manager Koski presented Resolution No. 66 -599 A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY ALLOWING CLAiMS AND DEMANDS iN THE
SUM OF $55,423.28, DEMAND NOS. 7906 THROUGH 8116. Following.
discussion Councilman Merritt moved to adopt Resolution No.
66 -599, Councilman Clemson seconded, and the motion carried
unanimously.
13. COMMUNICATIONS: The City Manager advised the communication re-
garding appointment to the Selection Committee had already been
done and he had no further correspondence. The Resolution for
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this appointment will be prepared for the next Council meeting.
14. TIME FOR THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO SPEAK:
Mr. Ray Burger, 9018 Rancho Real, stated he would like to re-
commend that the Councilmen of Temple City be paid for the time
and effort, and the services they render the City. The City
Attorney advised no councilman can have his salary increased
during his term of office.
No one else came forward to speak at this time.
15. MATTERS FROM CiTY OFFICIALS:
Mayor Tyrell advised the Councilmen if they have any topics
they wished to discuss to advise the City Manager and a study
session can be scheduled.
The City Manager requested the Council to authorize Mayor Tyrell
and Mayor Pro Tem Harker to execute the warrants of the City.
Councilman Beckley so moved, Councilman Clemson seconded and the
motion carried unanimously.
The City Manager advised he had received a communication from tii(
League of Calif. Cities re a conference in Monterey on May 22 -24
specifically for new Councilmen which he felt would be most
helpful to them as well as the other Councilmen. There is a
registration fee and transportation and lodging with funds avail
_.able to cover it. Following discussion it was decided that
any Councilman able to attend will so advise the City Manager.
In response to a request from the San Gabriel Valley Bar
Association and with Council approval, Mayor Tyrell proclaimed
May 1 as "Law Day USA" in the City of Temple City.
Mayor Tyrell stated at this time that while the Council gained
a couple of fine new members, that the Planning Commission. has
lost two very fine members. In recognition of their services
as Planning Commissioners on behalf of the City he presented
Councilman Beckley and Councilman Clemson each with a Certifi-
cate of Recognition for their efforts on behalf of the City
serving on the Planning Commission.
16. ADJOURNMENT: Councilman Beckley moved to adjourn, seconded and
carried. Council adjourned at 9:20 P. M. The next regular
meeting of the City Council will be on May 3, 1966, at 7:30
P. M. in the Council Chambers of the City Hall, 5938 Kauffman
Ave., Temple City.
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