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HomeMy Public PortalAboutCity Council_Minutes_1969-10-07_Regular 1969COUNCIL MINUTES CITY OF TEMPLE CITY OCTOBER 7, 1969 . INITIATION: 1 Mayor Harker called the regular meeting of the City Council to order at 7:35 p.m. 2 The invocation was given by Elder Arlen Harris, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 6249 Kauffman Avenue. 3. Mayor Harker led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. 4. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Councilmen: Beckley, Briggs, Merritt, Harker ABSENT: Councilmen: Tyrell ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Koski, Assistant City Manager Recupero City Attorney Martin, Director of Public Works Pizzorno, Planning Director Dragicevich For the record it was noted that Councilman Tyrell had advised he would be present later in the meeting. He arrived during the first order of business. 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Councilman Merritt moved to approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of September 16, 1969, as printed, seconded by Councilman Briggs and carried. Councilman Briggs moved to approve the minutes of the Adjourned Meeting of September 25, 1969, as printed, seconded by Councilman Merritt and carried. Councilman Beckley advised that while he had been absent from these meetings, he had read both sets of minutes carefully and had acquainted himself with the matters covered so that he was qualified to consider the matters continued to tonight's meeting. 6. PUBLIC HEARING (continued) 7:30 p.m. Re. Appeal, Conditional Use Permit No. 69 -291PC - 9503 E. Las Tunas Drive (Sam's Roast Beef) Mayor Harker declared that the continued public hearing on the matter of appeal for conditional use permit at 9503 Las Tunas Drive was now open. City Manager Koski advised that at the Public Hearing on September 2, 1969, Council had referred this matter back to the Planning Commission for clarification of reasons for denial, and that the new findings of the Planning Commission were outlined in Resolution No. 69- 351PC. Planning Director Dragicevich outlined the reasons for the denial as follows: 1) the site was inadequate in size to accommodate the applicant's plan, 2) the property relates to traffic in a hazardous manner for the proposed use, and 3) the surrounding property would be adversely affected by noise, location of restrooms and other factors. Mayor Harker invited those present who wished to speak -for or against the matter to come forward. Rex Dalrymple, representing Denny's Restaurants, advised that they did not feel the traffic flow was great enough in the area to con- sider it a hazard, and that Denny's was willing to screen the rest - rooms from the street in an acceptable manner; and considered that the construction of the facility would improve the community and eliminate an eye sore. Council Minutes, October 7, 1969 Page 2 Al Nunamaker, 5757 Agnes, advised that in additior. to the items covered at the previous meeting, he wished to state that a group of downtown businessmen had met to study improvements of the down- town area, and that this development as proposed would stop the growth of the City. No one else came forward to speak on the matter. Councilman Briggs moved to close the Public Hearing, seconded by Councilman Merritt and unanimously carried. Councilman Merritt advised that he considered the placement of the restrooms as incidental, but that other points provided by the Planning Commission were valid. Councilman Beckley stated that the analys, is. provided by the Planning Commission had been well thought_out,and moved to support Resolution No. 69 -351PC denying the appeal, and to instruct the City Attorney to prepare a resolution so denying. The motion was seconded by Councilman Merritt. Councilman Tyrell advised that he was abstaining from voting on the motion inasmuch as he had been absent for a portion of the hearing. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmen- Beckley, Briggs, Harker NOES: Councilmen- Merritt ABSTAINING: Councilmen - Tyrell 7 PUBLIC HEARING (continued) 7:30 p.m. Re. Formation of Consolidated Citywide Lighting District Mayor Harker advised that the matter of formation of a proposed citywide lighting district had been carried over because only three counci -lmen had been present at the Public Hearing on September 25, 1969, however that minutes and background material had been made available in order that all councilmen be eligible to vote. Council- men Beckley and Tyrell affirmed that they were familiar with the testimony and prepared to vote City Manager Koski advised that the matter before the Council was the determination as to whether or not the City would form a consol- idated citywide lighting district, and withdraw from four county lighting districts. 'Mayor Harker advised that the hearing on the matter of a consolidated citywide lighting district was now open, and invited those present who wished to speak for or against the matter to come forward. No one wished to speak. Councilman Briggs moved to close, seconded by Councilman Beckley, and unanimously carried. City Attorney Martin presented the following resolutions for con- sideration by the Council: Resolution No. 69 -955 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE IMPROVE- MENT DESCRIBED IN RESOLUTION No. 69 -944 TO BE MADE, AS DESCRIBED IN THE ENGINEER'S REPORT AND PLAN REFERRED TO THEREIN, PROVIDING FOR THE CONSOLIDATION OF ALL EXISTING LIGHTING DISTRICTS IN TEMPLE CITY INTO A SINGLE DISTRICT PURSUANT TO THE "STREET LIGHTING ACT OF 1 919 ", ORDERING THE WORK AND LEVYING THE ASSESSMENT FOR SERVICE NECESSARY TO MAINTAIN AND ILLUMINATE BY ELECTRIC ENERGY THE STREET LIGHTS WITHIN THE SAID DISTRICT, Resolution No. 69 -956 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY WITHDRAWING CERTAIN TERRITORY FROM THE ROSEMEAD LIGHTING DISTRICT, Council Minutes, October 7, 1969 - Page 3 Resolution No. 69 -957 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF TH_E_-..0 I TY QF . TEL4PI F - -.0 LTY , COUNTY OF LOS— ANGELES, , STATE OF CALIFORNIA, WITHDRAWING THAT PORTION OF COUNTY LIGHTING MAIN- TENANCE DISTRICT Noe 540 WHICH IS INCLUDED WITHIN THE TERRITORIAL LIMITS OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY, Resolution No. 69 -958 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, WITHDRAWING THAT PORTION OF COUNTY LIGHTING MAIN- TENANCE DISTRICT No. 1395 WHICH IS INCLUDED WITHIN THE TERRITORIAL LIMITS OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY, Resolution No. 69 -959 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY WITHDRAWING CERTAIN TERRITORY FROM THE LONGDEN LIGHTING DISTRICT, and Resolution No. 69 -960 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF TI-FE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY DETERMINING THAT THERE IS ONLY ONE CONTRACTOR CAPABLE OF SERVING THE STREET LIGHTING SYSTEM WITHIN TEMPLE CITY MUNICIPAL LIGHTING DISTRICT IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE ENGINEERING PLAN, AND ORDERING THE IMPROVEMENT TO BE CARRIED OUT BY SUCH CONTRACTOR. Councilman Merritt moved to adopt Resolutions 69 -955, 69 -956, 69 -957, 69 -958, 69 -959 and 69 -960, naming the district as Temple City Municipal Lighting District. Councilman Beckley seconded the motion which carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmen- Beckley, Briggs, Merritt, Tyrell, Harker NOES: Councilmen -None ABSTAINING: Councilmen -None 8. PUBLIC HEARING: 7:30 p.m. Re. Request for Franchise - Southern California Water Company City Manager Koski advised that for several years the Southern California Water Company had provided satisfactory service within the City of Temple City, even though no franchise was in effect, however that a franchise would outline the responsibilities of both parties and would provide protection to both the City and the Southern California Water Company. He advised that the pro- posed 15 -year franchise had been reviewed in detail by the City Attorney, and that proper notices relative to the hearing had been made. .A map showing the area served by the Southern California Water Compariy was presented as an exhibit. Mayor Harker invited those who wished to speak for or against the matter to come forward. No one wished to speak. Councilman Merritt moved to close the Public Hearing, seconded by Councilman Briggs. A report from the Director of Public Works concerning negotiating the means by which fire hydrants would be installed, which was concurred in by the Fire Department, was reviewed. Councilman Briggs inquired as to long range plans for installation of water mains, and was advised that no times have been set, that it is covered by a general plan only. Councilman Tyrell moved that the franchise be granted, seconded by Councilman Briggs and carried. City Attorney Martin presented Ordinance.No. 69 -294 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE. CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY, CALIFORNIA, GRANTING TO SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA WATER COMPANY, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, A FRANCHISE TO USE OR TO LAY AND USE PIPES, DITCHES, FLUMES, CONDUITS AND APPURTENANCES, FOR TRANSMITTING AND DISTRIBUTING WATER FOR ANY AND ALL PURPOSES, IN, ALONG, ACROSS, UPON AND UNDER THE PUBLIC STREETS, WAYS, ALLEYS AND PLACES AS THEY NOW EXIST OR MAY HEREAFTER EXIST WITHIN A DESIGNATED FRANCHISE AREA OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY, Council Minutes, October 7, 1969 - Page 4 providing for a 15 -year franchise, for first reading. Councilman Tyrell moved to waive further reading, seconded by Councilman Briggs and carried unanimously. 9. PUBLIC HEARING: 7:30 p.rn. Re. Complaint - Jack -in- the -Box Operations, 9202 Las Tunas Drive, Temple City Mayor Harker stated that now was the time for a public hearing relative to complaint on Jack -in- the —Box Drive -In, which hearing was now open. City Manager Koski reported that at a previous meeting, several residents had petitioned the Council to consider the matter of nuisance caused by patrons of the Jack -in- the -Box Drive -In on Las Tunas Drive at Encinita. He advised that notices of Public Hearing had been sent to those concerned, and that the Sheriff's Depart- ment had been asked to keep surveillance on the facility on a daily basis. Assistant City Manager Recupero advised that in May of this year a previous complaint had been received from one resident relative to a new owner whose hours of operation exceeded those established by the City for the previous owner, creating noise disturbing to the resident, but that the matter had been brought to the attention of the operator who then adjusted the hours of operation to the satisfaction of the complainant. Report from the Sheriff's Department of incidents at the location from May 1 to September 1, 1969, was received, as well as a report for the month of September. Mayor Harker invited those present who wished to speak in support of the complaint to come forward. Paul Helm, 5825 Encinita, presented a report of incidents that had been observed by him and his wife, however he advised that he had not been able to obtain license numbers of cars leaving the location. He stated that there had been a general improvement of about 1/2 since petition to Council on September 2, 1969, however that operating hours that had been established were not being strictly observed, Joy Galt, 5834 Encinita, presented a report of incidents on which some license numbers were noted. She stated that some of the patrons of Jack -in- the -Box leave without turning their lights on, and speed . out of the drive, creating a nuisance and a hazard. No one else came forward to speak in support of the complaint. Mayor Harker invited those present who wished to speak in behalf of Jack -in- the -Box to come forward. Edmund LeBer, Jr., Food Makers, Inc., advised that he had had several conferences with the City Manager and Assistant City Manager, and had attempted to take care of the complaints that had been received, however that the complaints this evening were somewhat different, and asked to receive copies of the Sheriff's reports and those filed by the previous speakers in order to examine them. It was noted that license number reported on Mrs. Galt's report was that of an employee at the Drive -In. Councilman Tyrell asked Mr. LeBer if he would agree to chain the lot during the hours it was not in operation, to keep unauthorized persons from using the lot in the manner which was disturbing to the residents. Mr. LeBer agreed that this could be done. Councilman Tyrell moved that the Public Hearing be continued to November 4, 1969, at 7:30 p.m., in order to allow the franchisee time to install chains, and to see that they are chained at closing hours, and that copies of the report be made available to those con- cerned, seconded by Councilman Merritt and unanimously carried. The Sheriff's Department was asked to furnish information as a continuing report on the location. Council Minutes, October 7, 1969 - Page 5 10. NATTER TOOL & MFG. CO. - Complaint re. Noise City Manager Koski advised that a meeting had been held on October 6, 1969, with representatives of the Natter Mfg. Co., and that a report of the meeting and summary of action by the staff to date, had been prepared for review by the Council. The following improvements were noted: 1) that Natter Tool had in- stalled a heavy soundproofing material on all sides of the punch press, which has a positive effect in minimizing noise, 2) that decibel readings taken at 4515 Cloverly now provided a reading of 46, in contrast to a former reading of 90, 3) residents at 9425 Gidley and 4527 Cloverly have indicated vibration and noise level considerably improved, and 4) resident at 4515 Cloverly considers noise at a minimum when doors are kept closed at the plant, and the condition was now satisfactory. Other conditions were noted for which corr- ections were in progress, including installation of Barry spring mounts on each leg of the punch press machine as soon as they are received, and special grease for reduction of gear noise. Comments from the City Attorney, incorporated in the report, advised that the City Attorney would represent the City and not the property owners as requested by Mr. Riley at a previous meeting; and that Municipal Code Section 9421 was not applicable from the standpoint of deter- mining whether a public nuisance exists. The report was reviewed at length by the Council, and copies of the report furnished to those concerned for information prior to discussion. Mrs. Rose Spolach, 4904 Kauffman, addressed the Council relative to vibrations occurring at her residence, and whether they may be caused by the Natter manufacturing operation. Inasmuch as Mrs. Spolach reported the vibrations occurring during early morning hours and on weekends when the Natter Company was closed, some other source was suspected. Following inquiry from Mr. Tyrell relative to decibel readings, Frank Hutton, 4515 Cloverly, advised that to obtain accurate readings certain additional equipment would be necessary, however the readings he had taken provided information for the purpose of comparison. Council discussed various zoning requirements re. noise that could be established and which were in effect in other cities, however no conclusions were reached. Stan Christiansen, Vice President and General Manager, Natter Manufacturing Co., advised that the report submitted by staff to Council, covering the meeting with representatives of the Natter Manufacturing Company, was very thorough. He noted the improve- ments that were being experienced by the residents, and advised that they would continue to cooperate as indicated to eliminate noise. Dorman Charter, 9503 Gidley, administrator of the estate of Locke, advised that the property he represents was devalued because he could not establish other activities on the property zoned M -1, while across the street the Natter Manufacturing Company can carry on manufacturing operations in M -2. Planning Director Dragicevich reviewed the history of zoning for the subject area. Paul Fowler, 4515 N. Fiesta, discussed the concern of M -1 properties being extended further into the City. He called attention to a present federal law whereby factories doing government work were required to meet certain standards. Mr. Christiansen advised that all federal standards were presently met. Councilman Briggs noted that the .committee protesting the noise had not made the effort to hold a.. meeting, thereby indicating that the matter was no longer as serious as it had been previously, and that it appeared there would be continued improvement, so that the situation was not now as critical as it was previously. He moved to continue the matter to November 4, 1969, to allow time for the installation of Council Minutes, October 7, 1969 - Page 6 the spring mounts, during which time staff could continue to keep surveillance on the situation. The motion was seconded by Council- man Merritt and carried, Councilman Tyrell abstaining. Agenda items 13 through 16, which were acted upon while persons concerned with Item 10 read a report, are recorded in numerical sequence. 11. ORDINANCE No. 69 -293: 1st reading (rev.): Re. Household Pets City Attorney Martin advised that, as required by law, this ordinance was referred back to the Planning Commission for consideration because of revisions, and that the findings of the Planning Commission are as follows: 1) that standards as adopted be approved by the Council, 2) that item 17 of the criteria of standards for structures housing birds be included in the ordinance, and 3) 40' requirement be reduced to 35' from a residence. He advised that inclusion of the revisions would return the ordinance to first reading. The following correspondence was received: 1) Harold E. Jackson, 5827 Alessandro, advocating no dogs allowed, 2) Estelle Meek, 5956 Primrose, requesting rigid enforcement, and 3) Robert K. Wallan, 9479 Daines Drive, requesting that existing buildings constructed under county codes be allowed to remain at their present locations if 40' requirement is established. Planning Director Dragicevich advised that the Planning Commission Also recommended modification of item (b) (2) of Sections 2, 3 and 4, to exclude crowing roosters. He stated that the recommendati.on„of._35' from a dwelling and 10' from the property line would conform to standards used by the County of Los Angeles. Councilman Merritt stated that he did not feel 35' was much improve- ment over 40', as it still would not permit construction of an aviary on a large number of lots. Councilman Beckley considered that the 10' requirement from the property line should be relaxed if a solid wall or fence separated it from the adjoining property. , The following corrections to Ordinance No. 69 -293 were concurred in: Item (b) (2) of Sections 2, 3 and 4 to read: "Not more than two rabbits or chickens (excluding roosters) or ducks over three months of age" Section 2 (b) (3) c) to read: "that the structures housing such aviaries shall not be located within ten feet of any side or rear lot line upon the lot where located, unless separated from adjoin- ing property by a solid wall or fence at least. 1" thick, nor shall..." Item 17 of check list to be included as item e) under Section 2 (b) (3) as follows: "All existing nonconforming structures erected for the housing of birds shall comply with new regulations and standards on or before January 1, 1971." City Attorney Martin presented Ordinance No. 69 -293 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY AMENDING THE TEMPLE CITY ZONING REGULATIONS WITH REGARD TO HOUSEHOLD PETS, as amended, for first reading. It was moved by Councilman Tyrell to waive further reading, seconded by Mayor. Harker and unanimously carried, Councilman Merritt reserving the right to vote "no" on final reading. Boyce F. O'Bannon, 10316 E. Olive, filed a minority report relative to standards developed by the Planning Commission for the housing of birds. Mayor Harker advised that each member of the Council would be provided with a copy of the report, for consideration, prior to the next meeting. 12. RESOLUTION No. 69 -954: Denying Variance, ZV Case No. 69 -292PC (John Marshall, applicant) City Attorney Martin presented Resolution No. 69 -954 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY DENYING A VARIANCE AND CONFIRMING RESOLUTION No. 69 -344PC OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION. Councilman Merritt moved to adopt, seconded by Council- man Briggs and unanimously carried. Council Minutes, October 7, 1969 - Page 7 NEW BUSINESS: 13. BROADWAY, south side, between Rosemead and Loma - Sidewalk Construction. Director of Public Works Pizzorno advised that inasmuch as numerous children are using the south side of Broadway going to and from school, as well as pedestrians traveling to the commercial develop- ment at the intersection of Broadway and Rosemead, it was recommended that sidewalks be constructed on the south side of Broadway, between Rosemead and Loma, as a part of the current improvement project, and requested approval and authorization of expenditure in the amount of $2,000, from savings derived from the Longden - Encinita project. Councilman Merritt so moved, seconded by Councilman Tyrell and unanimously carried. 14. PURCHASE OF TAX LIEN PROPERTIES FOR STREET PURPOSES - Acaso Drive City Manager Koski advised that a small segment of Acaso Drive, where it intersects with Sultana, was available for purchase at minimum cost, to provide this additional right -of -way to the City. Councilman Tyrell moved to approve the purchase, and to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the agreement with the County Board of Supervisors, seconded by Councilman Beckley and unanimously carried. 15. PERSONNEL APPOINTMENTS: City Manager Koski presented Resolution No. 69 -961, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY APPOINTING PERSONNEL, for the appointment of Fred Harwell as Park Maintenance Man. Councilman Tyrell moved to adopt, seconded by Councilman Beckley and unanimously carried. City Manager Koski presented Resolution No. 69 -962, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY APPOINTING PERSONNEL - TEMPORARY. Councilman Tyrell moved to adopt, seconded by Councilman Merritt and unanimously carried. 16. WARRANTS & DEMANDS: RESOLUTION No. 69 -963 Councilman Beckley moved to adopt Resolution No. 69 -963, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY ALLOWING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $90,199.71, DEMAND Nos. 754 THROUGH 906. Councilman Tyrell seconded the motion which carried unanimously. 17. COMMUNICATIONS: A. City Manager Koski presented a claim from Shaw & Shaw, Attorneys at Law, representing Howard M. Scott, for injury sustained while crossing Temple City Boulevard on August 5, 1969, and tripping on the lip of the gutter. Councilman Tyrell moved to deny, and to refer to the City's insurance carrier, seconded by Councilman Briggs and unanimously carried. B. City Manager Koski presented signed agreements from the following property owners on Daines Drive for right -of -way, subject to certain conditions which were read in their entirety: James & Mary Phillips, 10036 Daines Drive Donald & Linda Ebersole, 10018 Daines Drive Russell G. & Jeannette Bailey, 10030 Daines Drive Councilman Merritt moved that we accept the conditions and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the agreement, seconded by Council- man Beckley and carried by the following roll call vote: Council Minutes, October 7, 1969 - Page 8 AYES: Councilmen - Beckley, Briggs, Merritt, Harker NOES: Councilmen - Tyrell ABSTAINING: Councilmen -None Councilman Merritt moved that staff be authorized to proceed with engineering design and to encumber the City for the work in the amount of $11,000, as provided in cost estimate provided by the Director of Public Works. Councilman Beckley seconded the motion which carried by the fo llowing roll call vote: AYES: Councilmen - Beckley, Briggs, Merritt, Tyrell, Harker NOES: Councilmen -None ABSTAINING: Councilmen -None 18. TIME FOR THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO SPEAK: A. Bob Sorenson, 9981 E. Bogue, stated that he did not feel the Planning Commission should be used as a research resource in assisting the Council on decisions, and that he was at variance with Mr. Nunamaker's position that Sam's Roast Beef Restaurant would stifle the growth of the City, and felt that no weight should have been given to his arguments because he provided no proof of what the group he was meeting with would do to assist the City. Councilman Tyrell advised that the Planning Commission was a fact - finding body, and that the Council has the election of either reviewing an appeal on the basis of the record, which is what a court does, or they can hear everyone again. Other members of the Council discussed the various aspects of the hearing referred to. It was also noted that opinions were always welcome, for which proof may or may not be provided. B. Jerry Kolb, 6403 Temple City Boulevard, expressed appreciation for the job being completed on Temple City Boulevard. He discussed the efforts he had put forth to assist in public relations on the Boulevard, and was glad to see the end of construction in sight. He suggested a street dance to provide a fitting celebration, or perhaps the high school band to perform prior to taking down the barriers. Mr. Kolb was commended for his efforts in behalf of his neighbors. C. Rudolph Hergert, 5708 Temple City Boulevard, inquired if the Fire Department is required to use their sirens during the night- time hours, inasmuch as they are quite disturbing to sleeping residents. He was advised that these regulations must be carefully adhered to, and that frequently it is rescue operations which necessitate nighttime calls. 19. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS: A. Councilman Merritt inquired what ventilators or protrusions existed in the sidewalk on Temple City Boulevard inasmuch as he had attempted to find the problem and could not locate it. Mr. Kolb advised that the protrusions had come from the Edison Company vaults and that they have all been corrected. B. City Manager Koski presented a communication from the office of the Attorney G =eneral advising that the Attorney General was contemplating the filing of an action on behalf of the State of California and the cities and counties of the State for damages that may have been suffered due to smog, and urging cities to execute a resolution authorizing the Attorney General to take such action on behalf of the City. City Attorney Martin presented Resolution No. 69 -964 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY AUTHORIZING THE ATTORNEY GENERAL OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO REPRESENT THIS CITY IN BRINGING AN ANTI- TRUST ACTION AGAINST CERTAIN AUTOMOBILE MANUFACTURERS. Council- man Tyrell moved to adopt, seconded by Councilman Beckley and unanimously carried. 1 Council Minutes, October 7, 1969 - Page 9 C. City Manager Koski presented a communication from the County Board of Supervisors, urging support to oppose the Federal Tax Reform Act of 1969. It was noted that previous correspondence has been sent to members of the Senate, and House of Representatives, and Mayor Harker advised that he would follow -up with personal telephone calls to seek this support. D. City Manager Koski presented a communication from T.A.S.C. wherein the Executive Board was submitting a resolution requesting amendments to the T.O.P.I.C.S Program, having to do with categorizing various classes of highways. E. Assistant City Manager Recupero advised that the new insurance policy for the City had been received from McVey Insurance Agency, and that the City Attorney had reviewed and approved it in its entirety. 20. ADJOURNMENT: Councilman Briggs moved to adjourn to a Study Session at 10:45 p.m., seconded by Councilman Merritt and carried. Next regular meeting of the City Council will be held on Tuesday, October 21, 1969, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the City Hall, 5938 North Kauffman Avenue, Temple City. ATTEST: b MAYOR