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CITY OF TEMPLE CITY
JANUARY 21, 1969
INITIATION:
1. Mayor Briggs called the regular meeting of the City Council to
order at 7:30 p.m.
2. Pastor Ray Perkins, Temple City Baptist Church, 5221 El Monte
Avenue, Temple City, gave the invocation following which
3. Mayor Briggs led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
4. ROLL CALL:
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
ALSO PRESENT:
Councilmen- Beckley, Harker, Merritt, Tyrell, Briggs
Councilmen -None
City Manager Koski, Assistant City Attorney Tweedy,
Recreation Director Kobett, Public Works Director
Pizzorno, Traffic Engineer Envall
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Regular Meeting January 7, 1969
It was noted that on page 5 of the minutes of January 7, 1969, it
was recorded that Councilman Harker both moved and seconded a
motion concerning support of stated objectives of Acting President
Hayakawa of San Francisco State College. The second to the motion
was corrected to read Councilman Tyrell. On motion of Councilman
Merritt, seconded by Councilman Harker and carried, the minutes of
the January 7 were approved as corrected.
At this time an award from Pacific Telephone Company, north area, was
presented to Councilman Beckley for service rendered in recognition
of volunteer off- the -job time devoted to community oriented pursuits.
Mr. Al Wyckoff, General Acting Manager of the north area, was present
at the meeting and the presentation was made by Al Millham, also of
Pacific Telephone Company. Councilman and Mrs. Beckley were both
commended by Mayor Briggs for their fine efforts on behalf of the
community.
PUBLIC HEARING: 7:30 p.m. ASSESSMENTS: CURBS, GUTTERS, DRIVEWAY
APPROACHES, SIDEWALKS
Mayor Briggs declared the Public Hearing open and asked for the
report from the Public Works Director. He advised the public
that if there were any objections to any items, to please state
them at the time the items were presented.
a. ARDEN DRIVE: EAST SIDE, OLIVE TO DAINES, CURBS, GUTTERS
AND SIDEWALKS
Public Works Director Pizzorno advised that the work has been
completed, notices have been posted as prescribed, and recommen-
ded that the report be accepted and the property be so assessed.
b. GLICKMAN: EAST SIDE, RANDWICK TO OLIVE, CURBS, GUTTERS
AND DRIVEWAY APPROACHES
Public Works Director Pizzorno advised that the work had been
completed, notices have been posted as prescribed, and recommen-
ded that the report be accepted and the property be so assessed.
Council Minutes, January 21, 1969, page 2
c. GOLDEN WEST! EAST SIDE, KEY WEST TO LA ROSA, CURBS,
GUTTERS AND DRIVEWAY APPROACHES
Public Works Director Pizzorno advised that the work has been
completed, notices have been posted as prescribed, and recommen-
ded that the report be accepted and the property be so assessed.
Mrs. Madeline Foster White, 9802 La Rosa, reported that she was
satisfied with the work done, but would like to receive the cost
figures prior to the due date on the assessment. Staff was
directed to mail this information to her as requested.
d. GOLDEN WEST: EAST SIDE, LA ROSA TO MILOANN, CURBS, GUTTERS
AND DRIVEWAY APPROACHES.
Public Works Director Pizzorno advised that the work has been
completed, notices have been posted as prescribed, and recommen-
ded that the report be accepted and the property be so assessed.
No one came forward to speak in protest.
Councilman. Tyrell moved to close the public hearing, Councilman
Merritt seconded, and the motion carried unanimously.
Councilman Merritt moved to accept the report of the Superinten-
dent of Streets, that the assessments be approved, and to direct
that the properties be so assessed. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Harker and carried unanimously.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
6. ORDINANCE No. 69 -278: 2nd Reading RE: ESTABLISHING PEDESTRIAN
MALL No. 5
Assistant City Attorney Tweedy presented Ordinance No. 69 -278
for second reading and read title, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
TEMPLE CITY ESTABLISHING A PEDESTRIAN MALL PURSUANT TO THE
PEDESTRIAN MALL ACT OF 1960, DIVISION 13 of the STREETS AND
HIGHWAYS CODE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA. Councilman Harker
moved to waive further reading and to adopt Ordinance 69 -278,
Councilman Tyrell seconded, and the motion was carried unanim-
ously.
7. ORDINANCE No. 69 -279: 2nd Reading RE: DESIGNATING A PORTION
OF BALDWIN AVENUE AS A TRUCK ROUTE
Assistant City Attorney Tweedy presented Ordinance No. 69 -279
° for second reading and read title, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
TEMPLE CITY DESIGNATING A PORTION OF BALDWIN AVENUE AS A
TRUCK ROUTE. Councilman Beckley moved to waive further reading
and to adopt Ordinance No. 69 -279, Councilman Merritt seconded,
and the motion carried unanimously.
8. RESOLUTION No. 69 -885: GRANTING APPEAL FROM PLANNING COMMISSION
DECISION, VARIANCE CASE No. 68 -265, MARIE AND HARRY DE VASHER,
6327 NORTH PRIMROSE
Assistant City Attorney Tweedy presented Resolution No. 69 -885
which had been prepared by the City Attorney in accordance with
instructions from the City Council. Councilman Tyrell moved
to approve Resolution 69 -885, seconded by Councilman Merritt
and carried unanimously.
Council Minutes, January 21, 1969, Page 3
9. RESOLUTION No. 69 -886: EXPRESSING CONCERN OVER THE WIDESPREAD
INCIDENTS OF MILITANCY ON THE CAMPUSES OF CALIFORNIA EDUCATIONAL
INSTITUTIONS
Assistant City Attorney Tweedy presented Resolution No. 69 -886
which had been prepared by the City Attorney. It was moved by
Councilman Tyrell, seconded by Councilman Beckley to approve the
resolution. Councilman Harker noted that the resolution that
had been prepared was broader in scope than the directive to the
City Attorney, and stated that while he had no objections to
approving this one as drawn, that the resolution supporting
Acting President Hayakawa on his stated objectives and policies
should also be accomplished. The motion carried unanimously
and staff was directed to proceed with the distribution of the
resolution to the governor, assemblymen, senators, school super-
intendent, etc., as deemed valuable. The City Attorney was
directed to prepare the resolution in support of Hayakawa as
previously requested.
NEW BUSINESS
10. PEDESTRIAN MALL No. 5 and PUBLIC PARKING LOT No. 8 - AWARD OF
BIDS
City Manager Koski presented the report of Krelle and Lewis on
the proposed construction of Pedestrian Mall No. 5 and Public
Parking Lot No. 8, advising that the bids were acceptable for
all schedules except Schedule No. 1, Concrete Block Wall, for
which only one bid had been received and which was considerably
above the estimate. He advised that the engineering firm of
Krelle and Lewis are now attempting to secure additional bids
on this schedule and that this would be completed in time for the
next meeting of the Council, which delay would not interfere
with the construction schedule. It was moved by Councilman
Beckley, seconded by Councilman Harker and unanimously carried,
to hold the award of bids over to the next meeting of the Council
to be held on February 4, 1969.
11. TRAFFIC COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS - Meeting of January 8, 1969
A. Item 5. ARDEN DRIVE AND OLIVE STREET - Additional regula-
tions. Eecommend placement of a crosswalk across Arden Drive
at north line of Olive Street, and center -line striping on
Arden Drive between 01ive Street and Daines Drive.
Traffic Engineer Envall presented the above recommendation,
stating the crosswalk was necessary because of recent curb,
gutter, sidewalk and pavement improvements. Motion to approve
by Councilman Tyrell, seconded by Councilman Harker and
unanimously carried.
B. Item 6. LONGDEN AVENUE, EASTERLY OF ROSEMEAD - Additional
Regulations. Recommend placement of additional 142' of red curb
markings on the north side of Longden Avenue from a point
255' east of the east curb line of Rosemead Boulevard, and the
modification of the striping for a distance of 400' easterly
of Rosemead Boulevard to provide two moving lanes for westbound
traffic approaching Rosemead Boulevard.
Traffic Engineer Envall presented the above recommendation,
advising that a sight hazard now exists which would also be
remedied by the above modification. Motion by Councilman
Tyrell, seconded by Councilman Beckley and unanimously carried
to approve the recommendation.
Council Minutes, January 21, 1969, Page
C. Item 9. COMMUNICATIONS: Recommend placement of red curb
marking on west side of Encinita 40! north, and 5' south of the .
alley, immediately south of Las Tunas Drive.
Traffic Engineer Envall presented the above recommendation
relative to the increased visibility that would be provided
and improved .. movement of traffic at the T- intersection.
Motion by Councilman Merritt, seconded by Councilman Tyrell
and unanamously carried to approve the recommendation.
D. Item 10. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS: Recommend placement
of a yellow school crosswalk across Noel Drive at Broadway.
Traffic Engineer Envall presented the above recommendation advising
that this crosswalk is at the location of the Christian School
on Broadway. Motion by Councilman Tyrell, seconded by Councilman
Harker and unanimously carried to approve the recommendation.
12. PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS: Meeting of
January 15, 1969
Recreation Director Kobett presented a recommendation from the
Parks and Recreation Commission for renewal of co- sponsorship of
the following for the year 1969:
A. La Crosse Chiefs
B. Senior Citizens' Club
C. Creative Arts
On motion of Councilman Harker, seconded by Councilman Tyrell
and unanimously carried, the recommendations were approved as
presented.
13. APPOINTMENT OF PERSONNEL
A. RESOLUTION No. 69-888: APPOINTING PERSONNEL - Account Clerk
City Manager Koski presented Resolution 69 -888, a RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY APPOINTING PERSONNEL. Councilman
Tyrell moved to adopt, Councilman Harker seconded, and the
motion carried unanimously.
B. RESOLUTION 69 -889: APPOINTING PERSONNEL - Steno - Secretary
City Manager Koski presented Resolution No. 69 -889, A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY APPOINTING PERSONNEL. Councilman
Merritt moved to adopt, Councilman Tyrell seconded and the
motion carried unanimously.
C. City Manager Koski presented the following appointments
for service on the Parks and-Recreation Commission to the
Council for confirmation:
a. Reappointment of Commissioners Everett Greenberg and
Frank Villar to two -year terms,, beginning January 5, 1969,
and expiring January 5, 1971.
It was moved by Councilman Tyrell, seconded by Councilman
Harker and unanimously carried that the reappointments of
Commissioners Greenberg and Villar be confirmed.
b. Appointment of William R. Walker, D. V. M. to a two -
year term beginning January 5, 1969, and expiring January 5,
1971.
It was moved by Councilman Tyrell, seconded by Councilman
Merritt and unanimously carried that the appointment of
William R. walker, D. V.M. to the Parks and Recreation
Commission be confirmed.
Council Minutes, January 21, 1969, Page 5
14. RESOLUTION NO. 69 -887: Warrants and Demands
Councilman Harker moved to adopt Resolution No. 69 -887, A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY
ALLOWING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $113,388.26,
DEMAND. Nos. 12086 THROUGH 12154. Councilman Tyrell seconded,
and the motion carried unanimously.
15. COMMUNICATIONS:
City Manager Koski presented a communication from the Temple
City Chamber of Commerce to hold a sidewalk sale on Saturday,
March 1, 1969. It was moved by Councilman Tyrell, seconded
by Councilman Beckley, and unanimously carried that the
request by the Chamber of Commerce to hold the sidewalk sale
be approved, subject to insurance requirements.
City Manager Koski presented a communication from the 25th
Annual Camellia Festival Committee, relative to request for
vendors along the parade route, parade assembly area, and
disbanding area, as follows:
1. Candied Apples, Parade Route - Me' .K i . Tah _Wa:. Campfire
Girl's
2. Popcorn and Peanuts, Parade Route - Fathers' Committee
of Boy Scout Troop #174
3. Ice cream bars, fudge bars, Long Johns, End of Parade
- Cadette Girl Scouts #444
4. Coffee, hot chocolate and donuts, Assembly Area -
Boy Scout Troop #171
5. Camellia hats, General Area - Temple City Order of
Rainbow for Girls
6. Helium balloons, Parade Route - Temple City Hi
Performing Arts Booster Club
It was moved by Councilman Tyrell, seconded by Councilman
Merritt, and unanimously carried that the requests as listed
be granted.
16. TIME FOR THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO SPEAK:
No one came forward at this time.
17. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS:
City Manager Koski presented a request from the Director of
Recreation for the Director's attendance, as well as
Commissioners Adams., Greenberg, Villar and Walker, to the
California Parks .and::Recreation Conference, February 22 -26,
1969, in San Francisco, with attendant expenses authorized.
This was in lieu of expenses not incurred at the League
Conference.
It was moved by Councilman Tyrell, seconded by Councilman
Merritt, and unanimously carried that the attendance of the
Director of Recreation and the Commissioners listed be
approved as requested, and attendant expenses be authorized.
City Manager Koski presented a request to attend the Spring
Meeting of the City Managers' Department, League of California
Cities, to be held in Monterey, California, February 26 -28,
1969, for which budgeted funds were available.
Council Minutes, January 21, 1969, Page 6
It was moved by Councilman Merritt, seconded by Councilman
Harker and unanimously carried, that the request of City
Manager Koski to attend the Spring Meeting of the City Man-
ager's Department, League of California Cities, February 26 -28,
1969, be approved, and attendant expenses be authorized.
City Manager Koski provided a proposed budget calendar for
study sessions and budget review for consideration by the
Council. The scheduling of the study sessions was postponed
to a later date.
Councilman Harker reported on the California Contract Cities
"Day in Sacramento" held on January 14, 1969. He suggested
that the City Councilmen meet with legislators in Sacramento
at a luncheon hosted by the City, at which time pertinent
legislation might be discussed. Further contact will need
to be made; however, a Friday noon was considered the best
time for getting together.
18. ADJOURNMENT.
CouncilmanTyrel1 moved to adjourn at 8:08 p.m. Motion
seconded by Councilman Harker and so ordered. The next
regular meeting of the City Council will be held on Tuesday,
February 4, 1969, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of
the City Hall, 5938 North Kauffman Avenue, Temple City.
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