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COUNCIL MINUTES
CITY OF TEMPLE CITY
MAY 6, 1969
INITIATION:
'1. Mayor Harker called the regular meeting of the City Council to
order at 7:30 p.m.
2. The invocation was given by Father Holland, St. Luke's Catholic
Church, 3roadway at Cloverly, Temple City, following which,
Mayor Harker led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
3.
4. ROLL CALL.
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PRESENT: Councilmen- Beckley, Briggs, Merritt, Tyrell, Harker
ABSENT: Councilmen -None
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Koski, City Attorney Martin, Planning
Director Dragicevich, Director of Public Works P i zzorno,
Traffic Engineer Envall.
The following corrections were made in the minutes of April 15, 1969:
page 4, 2nd and 3rd line of last para. under Item 8, the
words "seconded by Councilman Beckley and unanimously carried"
were deleted since the second to the motion was subsequently
stated in the same paragraph, followed by the recording of a
roll call vote.
page 7, para. 1, the motion to approve one -hour parking
request at 6267 Rosemead Boulevard should read that
Councilman Merritt voted "no."
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
6. PUBLIC HEARING (continued) 7:30 p.m.: Re. AMENDMENT TO TEMPLE
CITY ZONING CODE - Non - Conforming Residential Uses.
Mayor Harker declared the Public Hearing reopened. City Manager
Koski advised that this matter had previously been before the City
Council and had been referred to a study session with the Planning
Commission, wherein certain modifications were recommended. Planning
Director Dragicevich submitted the report of the Planning Commission
in which modifications to Resolution No. 69 -327PC were outlined,
particularly as they pertained to R -1 property containing more than .
one residential structure, and R -2 property with two or more
dwelling units. He advised that one dwelling unit would be des-
ignated as the principal dwelling unit, and as such would be
considered conforming and could be expanded without obtaining a
variance. No additional recommendations had been made for R -3 and
R -4 lots.
Councilman Tyrell requested clarification relative to prohibition of
an individual to build a garage because of a conversion, whereas in
principle it was lack of conformance to the code that was the reason
for disallowing the addition of structures on the property and sug-
gested further amendment to subsection (3)A, paragraph (ii) of
proposed ordinance No. 69 -285. City Attorney Martin amended the
proposed ordinance to cover this provision.
Mayor Harker asked if anyone in the audience wished to speak
either for or against the proposed ordinance.
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Robert Bock, 5328 Encinita, Temple City, stated that he was in favor
of the proposed amendment as far as it went', but inquired relative
to building structures other than a garage, such as a swimming pool,
for the second residence. He was advised that only the principal:
residence could have this addition, provided all other conditions
were met. Mr. Bock raised the issue that in order to enlarge the
non - conforming residence, it would still be necessary to apply for
a zone variance and pay $100 for other than an off - street parking
structure.
Mayor Harker inquired if anyone wished to speak against the amend-
ment. No one came forward.
Councilman Tyrell moved to close the public hearing, seconded by
Briggs and unanimously carried.
City Attorney Martin presented Ordinance No. 69 -285, entitled AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY ADDING SUBSECTIONS (3)A and
(3)B TO SECTION 9275 OF THE TEMPLE CITY CODE RELATING TO NONCONFORMING
RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURES, as amended, for first reading. It was moved
by Councilman Tyrell, seconded by Councilman Beckley and unanimously
carried to waive further reading of Ordinance No. 69 -285.
7 LONGDEN AVENUE IMPROVEMENT - APPROVAL OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
AND AUTHORIZATION TO GO TO BID FOR IMPROVEMENTS.
Director of Public Works Pizzorno presented the plans and specifi-
cations for the Longden Avenue Improvements which now included a
signal, and would tie in with the Encinita improvements, northerly of
Longden. He advised that funds now budgeted are not adequate to cover
the entire project. It was moved by Councilman Tyrell that the plans
and specifications for the Longden Avenue Improvement Project be
approved, with authorization for the project to go to bid; to
appropriate additional funds in the amount of $20,000 from Gas Tax
Reserve Fund, and to amend the adopted budgeted accordingly. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Beckley and carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen - Beckley, Briggs, Merritt, Tyrell, Harker.
NOES: Councilmen -None
ABSENT: Councilmen -None
Following Item 9, Mr. Leonard Taylor, 6373 N. Encinita, addressed the
Council relative to Item 7, as it pertained to the Encinita portion.
He advised that he was the owner of property at the extreme north of
the improvement project, 6380 Encinita, across from his own residence,
and that he was very anxious to dedicate the necessary right -of -way
to the City to complete the improvements. It was brought out that the
owner of the property immediately south of this lot was not willing to
negotiate in any manner, and that this has created a problem relative
to a completed street. Council expressed concern that Mr. Taylor's
willingness to dedicate his portion of right -of -way had not been
acted upon by staff, and directed immediate attention to the matter.
Director of Public Works Pizzorno advised that the project could
include paving up to the right -of -way line at 6374 Encinita, if the
right -of -way could not be obtained prior to that portion of the con-
struction.
Following the discussion on street improvements for Encinita, it was
moved by Councilman Tyrell, seconded by Councilman Briggs and unan-
imously carried that Public Hearing be set for 7:30 p.m., May 20,
1969, under provisions of Chapter 27, Streets and Highways Code, for
the following designated project:
ENCINITA, EAST SIDE, LONGDEN TO WOOLLEY - Curb, gutter
and drive approaches.
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13. SIGNAL INSTALLATION - La Rosa and Temple City Boulevard.
Director of Public Works Pizzorno presented plans and specifications
for signal installation at La Rosa and Temple City Boulevard for
which funds were available in the current budget. It was moved by
Councilman Merritt, seconded by Councilman Briggs and unanimously
carried that plans and specifications be approved, with authorization
for the project to go to bid.
14. BROADWAY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT - ROSEMEAD TO ENCINITA - Acquisition of
Right -of -Way.
Director of Public Works Pizzorno advised that four signed road
deeds had been received from property owners involved on the south
side of Broadway, for the above - mentioned project as follows:
9218 Broadway _ $230.02; 9214 Broadway - $977.13; 9200 Broadway -
$2,210.70; and 5505 . Encinita - $170.00, and recommended,that.they
be accepted and payment kr same authorized. Councilman Tyrell moved
that .the deeds be accepted and payment authorized, seconded by
Councilman Briggs and unanimously carried.
15. BROADWAY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT - ROSEMEAD TO ENCINITA - Approval of
Plans and Specifications.
Director of Public Works Pizzorno advised that plans and specifications
for the improvement of Broadway, from Rosemead to Encinita, were
complete; that the project included certain modifications to signals
at Encinita, and construction of sidewalks on the north side of
Broadway. He stated that the estimate by Engineers Krelle and Lewis
last year was not sufficient because of increase in costs, and that the
estimate. was now $73,000; however appropriation of funds was not
necessary at this time. It was moved by Councilman Tyrell, seconded
by Councilman Merritt and unanimously carried to approve plans and
specifications with authorization to go to bid.
Councilman Merritt called attention to the narrow passage at
the northeast corner of Broadway and Rosemead where the distance bet-
ween the planter and the signal is not wide enough for a baby buggy
or shopping cart to pass. Staff was directed to check into the matter,
making a sketch of the location to see if it is possible to move the
standard.
16. STORM DRAIN PROJECT Nos. 708, 1215 (1958 Supplem. Los Angeles County
Flood Control District). - Approval of Plans and Specifications.
Director of Public Works Pizzorno presented a request from the County
Flood Control District for approval of plans and specifications for
storm drain project Nos. 708 and 1215 (1958 supplemental). He advised
that a formal letter to the Flood Control District had been sent on
April 8, 1969, listing certain items for corrections, some of which
have already been done. Councilman Tyrell moved to approve plans'
and specifications with minor corrections as outlined by the Director
of Public Works, with authorization for the Los Angeles County Flood
Control District to proceed with construction; to occupy and use
public streets in the City of Temple City to construct, operate and
maintain said installations. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Briggs and unanimously carried.
17. STREET NAME CHANGE - DOUBLE DRIVE (western portion of street between
Grand Avenue and Live Oak Avenue - proposed name change to Santa
Anita Avenue).
City Manager Koski reported that the City of Temple City had received
notification that the easterly portion of Double Drive,which is within
the unincorporated County area, has been renamed to Santa Anita Avenue;
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also that Hoyt Avenue and a portion of Tyler Avenue extending south
to the San Bernardino Freeway in the City of El Monte, have been
renamed to Santa Anita Avenue. He recommended that public hearing
be set for the City of Temple City to consider changing the name
of the westerly half of Double Drive between Live Oak Avenue and
Grand Avenue in the City of Temple City, to Santa Anita Avenue.
Councilman Tyrell moved to set public hearing for May 20, 1969, at
7:30 p.m., seconded by Councilman Merritt and unanimously carried.
18. PERSONNEL ACTION:
City Manager Koski presented Resolution No. 69 -910, A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY APPOINTING PERSONNEL -
TEMPORARY. Councilman Beckley moved to adopt, seconded by Councilman
Merritt, and unanimously carried.
City Manager Koski presented Resolution No. 69 -911, A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY APPOINTING PERSONNEL,
to employ Civil Engineering Assistant - Robert Linares. Councilman
Merritt moved to adopt, seconded by Counsilman Tyrell, and unanimously
carried.
City Manager Koski presented Resolution No. 69 -911, A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY APPOINTING PERSONNEL,
to employ Tree Trimmer - Eugene Valencia. Councilman Merritt moved
to adopt, seconded by Councilman Briggs, and unanimously carried.
19. RESOLUTION No. 69-913 - WARRANTS AND DEMANDS:
Councilman Briggs moved to adopt Resolution No.'69 -913, A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY ALLOWING CLAIMS AND
DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $49,910.99, DEMAND NOS. 12479 THROUGH 12576.
Councilman Merritt seconded the motion which carried unanimously.
20. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS:
City Manager Koski presented a request from the Junior Woman's
Club of Temple City to paint numbers on curbs. It was moved by
Councilman Merritt, seconded by Councilman Briggs and unanimously
Carried that the request be approved.
City Manager Koski presented a communication from the Community
Disposal Company wherein a rate increase was requested from $2.15
to $2.40 per month for single family residences for twice -a -week
pickup and for multiples to $2.40 for the first unit and $1.20 for
each additional unit, under franchise agreement. City Attorney
Martin was instructed to prepare an amendment to the present agree-
ment between the City and .the contractor.
Director of Public Works Pizzorno presented a copy of a letter from
the City of South El Monte to the County Engineer, in which the City
of Temple City was advised that the request from the Mobile Home Park
at 4800 Daleview to annex to the county Unified Sewer Maintenance
District had been denied because the sewer ties into their sewer sys-
tem before coming into Temple City, and would amount to double tax-
ation to the owner. Director of Public Works recommended that the
requirement that this proposed development must annex to the existing
sewer maintenance district within;.120 days, as provided by City
Council action of December 17, 1968, be rescinded. It was moved by
Councilman Tyrell, seconded by Councilman Briggs and unanimously
carried that the.condition.be deleted.
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21. TIME FOR THOSE IN AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO SPEAK:
No one came forward.
22. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS:
City Manager Koski presented a recommendation from the Parking
Commission to adopt temporary 2 -hour parking limit on Parking Lots
4, 5 and 8, and the northerly half of Lots 2 and 3 until on- street
parking is again available on Las Tunas between Cloverly and Kauffman
Avenues, and on Temple City Boulevard from Workman to Woodruff; and
that notices be sent to all businesses in the above areas, and a
public information letter be sent to home owners who are affected by
parkers in front of their homes. It was moved by Councilman Beckley
to adopt the temporary 2 -hour parking limit as outlined and to
authorize the necessary expenditure for signs and enforcement, with
emphasis on strict enforcement. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Tyrell and unanimously carried.
City Manager Koski presented a request from the Director of Public
Works to attend the 6th Biennial Public Works Officer's Institute to
be held in Monterey, for which funds had been budgeted. It was
moved by Councilman Briggs, seconded by Councilman Tyrell and unan-
imously carried that the attendance of the Public Works Director at
this institute be authorized.
City Manager Koski presented a tentative agreement for-the mainten-
ance of private planter areas adjacent to the malls wherein minimum
attention is necessary, at the rate of $3 per month, or $36 per ear.
It was moved by Councilman Tyrell, seconded by Councilman Merritt
and unanimously carried to approve the maintenance agreement as
outlined.
City Manager Koski advised that the Law Enforcement Services Agree-
ment submitted by the County of Los Angeles has been received by
the City. The matter was referred to a study session.
Councilman Beckley suggested that further delineation of the
traffic flow in the parking lots appeared necessary, such as
additional striping or arrows. Traffic Engineer Envall was directed
to place a few more arrows in the traffic lanes to assist in the
proper channeling of traffic.
Councilman Briggs advised that he had received a phone call from
Mrs. Gallagher, Temple City Boulevard at Lemon, relative to wooden
barricades being removed from the construction project causing an
unsafe condition. He urged that every possible precaution be made
to keep the barricades in place.
Councilman Briggs called attention to a chuckhole in the blacktop
at Broadway and Golden West; Councilman Tyrell reported a similar
problem at Rosemead and Broadway; and Councilman Merritt reported
on a chuckhole at the easterly entrance-of the Ralph's - Thrifty
complex. The Director of Public Works was directed to accomplish
the necessary repairs. The numerous holes on Baldwin Avenue, east
side, reported by Councilman Merritt, was referred to the City.
Manager to bring back a report as to which agency is responsible
for repair.
Mayor Harker expressed concern relative to the section of Daines
Drive, adjacent to Live Oak Park, where the road is incomplete
and requested staff to take another look at the situation with a
view toward condemnation of the properties involved so that the
street may be completed.
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Mayor Harker reported that lighting in certain areas, such as
Double Drive, appeared inadequate after driving in well - lighted
areas, creating an unsafe condition. Councilman Briggs
suggested that a cost study be made relative to additional lights
to be placed on a temporary basis until such time as a lighting
district is formed.
Traffic Engineer Envall presented a request for relocation of bus
stop at Sultana, eastbound, from near side to far side (in front
of Waade Realty who had no objection.) It was moved by Councilman
Beckley, seconded by Councilman Merritt and unanimously carried
that the modification of the bus stop, as outlined by.the Traffic
Engineer, be accomplished.
23. ADJOURNMENT:
It was moved by Councilman Briggs, seconded by Councilman Merritt,
and unanimously carried, to adjourn to a personnel session, and the
meeting adjourned at 8:54 p.m.
The next regular meeting of the City Council will be on Tuesday,
May 20, 1969, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the City Hall,
5938 North Kauffman Avenue, Temple City.
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