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HomeMy Public PortalAboutCity Council_Minutes_1970-01-20_Regular 19701 1 COUNCIL MINUTES CITY OF TEMPLE CITY JANUARY 20, 1970 INITIATION: 1. Mayor Harker called the regular meeting of the City Council to order at 7:40 p.m. 2. The invocation was given by the Reverend Wesley Nunamaker, Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. 3. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Mayor Harker. 4. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Councilmen - Beckley, Briggs, Merritt, Tyrell, Harker ABSENT: Councilmen -None ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Koski, Assistant City Attorney Lieberman, Assistant City Manager Recupero, Adminis- trative Assistant Lantz, Planning Director Dragicevich, Recreation Director Kobett, Director of Public Works Pizzorno 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Councilman Briggs moved to accept the minutes of the regular meeting of January 6, 1970, as printed, seconded by Councilman Beckley and unanimously carried. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: 6. ORDINANCE No. 70 -302 2nd read. Re. Amendment to Temple City Municipal Code Section 7100 to incorporate amendments to Highway Permit Ordinance of Los Angeles County. Assistant City Attorney Lieberman presented Ordinance No. 70 -302 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY AMENDING THE HIGHWAY PERMIT ORDINANCE OF SAID CITY OF TEMPLE CITY, by title only, for second reading. Councilman Tyrell moved to waive further reading and adopt, seconded by Councilman Merritt and unanimously carried 7. ORDINANCE No. 70 -303: 1st read. Re. Amendment to Temple City Municipal Code relating to rear yard setbacks in C -2 zone, adjacent to Pedestrian Malls. Assistant City Attorney Lieberman presented Ordinance No. 70 -303, entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY AMENDING SECTION 9391C (c) of the TEMPLE CITY MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO REAR YARD SETBACKS IN THE C -2 ZONE, for first reading. Councilman Tyrell moved to waive further reading, seconded by Councilman Briggs and unanimously carried. NEW BUSINESS: 8. ORDINANCE No. 70 -304: 1st read. Re. Increase charges for subdivision maps per County recommendation. City Attorney Lieberman presented urgency ORDINANCE No. 70 -304, entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY AMEND- ING SECTION 308 OF ORDINANCE 63 -107 OF THE TEMPLE CITY MUNICIPAL CODE AND REPEALING ORDINANCE 67 -2.45 RELATING TO SUBDIVISION FEES AND DECLARING THAT THIS ORDINANCE SHALL BECOME EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY, for first reading. Councilman Briggs moved to waive further reading, seconded by Councilman Tyrell and unanimously carried. Council Minutes, January 20, 1970 - Page 2 9. AUTHORIZATION TO LICENSE CITY HALL BASEMENT AS AN APPROVED FALLOUT SHELTER City Manager Koski advised that under the Civil Defense Program, it was proposed that the basement of the City Hall be licensed as a fallout shelter for up to 79 persons, and stocked with appropriate supplies. It was moved by Councilman Merritt, seconded by Councilman Tyrell and unanimously carried to approve the licensing of the City Hall basement as an approved fallout shelter as outlined by the City Manager, and that the City Manager be authorized to sign the necessary documents. 10. RESOLUTION No. 70 -981: Calling for General Municipal Election on April 14, 1970 City Manager Koski presented Resolution No. 70 -981 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY, CALIFORNIA, CALLING AND GIVING NOTICE OF THE HOLDING OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN SAID CITY ON TUESDAY, THE 14th DAY OF APRIL, 1970, FOR THE ELECTION OF CERTAIN OFFICERS OF SAID CITY AS REQUIRED BY THE PROVISIONS OF THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA RELATING TO GENERAL LAW CITIES. Councilman Tyrell moved to adopt, seconded by Council- man Briggs and unanimously carried. 11A. RESOLUTION No. 70 -982: Requesting the Board of Supervisors to permit the Registrar of Voters to render services to the City for the General Municipal Election on April 14, 1970. City Manager Koski presented Resolution No. 70 -982 entitled, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TO PERMIT THE REGISTRAR OF VOTERS OF SAID COUNTY TO RENDER SPECIFIED SERVICES TO THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY, RELATING TO THE CONDUCT OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN SAID CITY ON APRIL 14, 1970. Councilman Tyrell moved to adopt, seconded by Councilman Merritt and unanimously carried. 11B. STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS FOR CANDIDATES FOR GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION - APRIL 14, 1970 City Manager Koski advised that previously the City Council had required the filing of a deposit to cover the cost of printing of Statement of Qualifications of candidates. It was moved by Councilman Merritt that if a nominee files a statement of qualifications, he shall file a deposit in the amount of $100 to be applied toward the cost of printing and handling such statement. The motion was seconded by Mayor Harker and unanimously carried. 12. RECOMMENDATIONS FROM PLANNING COMMISSION - Meeting of January 13, 1970 A. TENTATIVE TRACT 28538: Re. Construction of a condominium at 5004 -10 Farago Avenue by Euclid Land & Construction Co. Planning Director Dragicevich presented background information relative to the request of Euclid Land and Construction Company to create a one -lot subdivision on which would be established a 15 -unit condominium, to be located at 5004 -10 Farago, which had been before the Planning Commission at their regular meeting. of January .13, 1970, and recommended for approval by the City Council . He advised that 38 park.ing. spaces •(2. 1/2. per unit) are proposed; that the units would be sold individually and that the owners of the units would each hold an equal interest in the common area. He presented Exhibit A, describing the location, and Exhibit B, a rendering of the proposed devel- opment. A report from the Los Angeles County Regional Planning Commission was provided for further reference. He advised that if Tract 28538 were approved, the conditions outlined in report of January 20, 1970, as staff proposals 1 through 16, would be imposed. Eogncil Minutes, January 20, 1970 - Page 3 Councilman Beckley moved to approve Tentative Tract Map No. 28538, pursuant to Sections 305 and 306.°of.Subdivision Regulations (Ordinance 63 -107) subject to the conditions as outlined'in staff proposals dated January 20, 1970. Councilman Tyrell seconded the motion, however advised that he wished to add the stipulation that it be subject to the receipt of the proposed agreement forming the Articles of Incorporation of the Association covering required maintenance of the common areas, to be submitted to the City Attorney for determination of future enforcement. Councilman Beckley amended his motion to include this requirement, the second to the motion was reaffirmed, and the motion carried unanimously. B. PUBLIC NUISANCE - 4935 DOREEN AVENUE - Report of Public Hearing on complaint. Planning Director Dragicevich reported that the Planning Commission had adopted Resolution 70- 369PC, determining the existence of a public nuisance at 4935 Doreen Avenue, however that the property owner is entitled to appeal the Planning Commission decision within 15 days, and that this time had not yet elapsed. The report was submitted at this time because of the interest in the matter by the City Council, however it would be presented for action by the Council following the termination of the appeal period. 13, RECOMMENDATIONS FROM TRAFFIC COMMISSION - Meeting of January 7, 1970. A. ITEM 5. SANTA AANTA RACING SEASON - Post Patrol. Director of Public Works Pizzorno advised that the Traffic Commission recommended that traffic post requirements for Santa Anita racing season be handled as routine administrative pro- cedure each year, with recommendations made by the Sheriff's Department. Councilman Tyrell moved to approve as recommended, seconded by Councilman Briggs and carried unanimously. B. ITEM 6. GRAND AVENUE AND FREER STREET - El Monte Avenue to Santa Anita Avenue - Additional Regulations. Director of Public Works Pizzorno advised that the Traffic Commission recommended traffic controls for Grand Avenue include the following: a) boulevard stop regulations on McClintock at north and south approaches to Grand Avenue, with stop and stop bar pavement markings, b) single skip centerline striping between limits, and c) 25 mile per hour speed limit regulation between limits with signs at the two major streets; and controls for Freer Street to include a school crossing sign in conjunction with pavement markings on Freer Street at the approaches to the Cleminson School. Councilman Merritt moved to approve as recommended, seconded by Councilman Beckley and unanimously carried C. ITEM 7. LAS TUNAS DRIVE - Traffic Signal Modification. Director of Public Works Pizzorno advised that the Traffic Commission recommended upgrading and modification of traffic signals on Las Tunas Drive with mast arm signals and 12 -inch red lens as described at Cloverly, Sultana, Alessandro and Loma Avenues, for which funds had been budgeted. Councilman Beckley moved to approve, seconded by Councilman Merritt and unanimously carried. D. ITEM 8. ARDEN AND DAINES DRIVE - Additional Regulations. Director of Public Works °izzorno advised that the Traffic Commission recommended placement of a boulevard stop sign on Arden Drive at the south approach to Daines Drive, wth stop and stop bar pavement markings. Councilman Briggs moved to approve, seconded by Councilman Merritt and unanimously carried. Council Minutes, January 20, 1970 - Page 4 E. ITEM 9. LOWER AZUSA ROAD; east of Eaton Wash - Additional Regulations. Director,of Public Works Pizzorno advised that the Traffic Commission recommended placement of parking restrictions and double centerline and single skip lane lines on Lower Azusa Road, east of Eaton Wash, because of hazardous conditions with trucks and other vehicles making left turns from Lower Azusa Road into the United Lumber Company property, tying up traffic. Councilman Tyrell suggested that the restriction be limited to daytime hours so as not to inconvenience residen Following discussion, Councilman Beckley moved to table the matter in order to check further into the matter as to how the restriction will affect the residents, seconded by Councilman Briggs and unanimously carried. F. ITEM 10. ENCINITA AVENUE: Southern Pacific Railroad to Broadway - Plan Review. Director of Public Works Pizzorno outlined Traffic Commission recommendations for sidewalk construction for both sides of Encinita for the total length of Encinita, from the Southern Pacific Railroad tracks to Broadway, in connection with con- struction project, estimated cost of sidewalks being $15,000. Councilman Briggs moved to receive and hold the recommendation until the project comes before the Council, seconded by Councilman Merritt and unanimously carried. 14. RECOMMENDATIONS FROM PARKS &RECREATION COMMISSION - Meeting of January 14, 1970. is. A. REQUEST FROM STANDARD OIL CO. - Permit for core hole drilling operation at Live Oak Park. Recreation Director Kobett reported that the Parks & Recreation Commission had reviewed the request for permit for core hole drilling operation at Live Oak Park by Standard Oil Company, and recommended that the request be approved subject to concern for condition of park property, compatibility with development at time drilling is terminated, and that a 90 -day time limit be imposed. Following discussion, it was moved by Councilman Briggs, seconded by Councilman Merritt and unanimously carried to receive the report from the Parks and Recreation Commission, and to refer to the Planning Commission for consideration at Public Hearing set for Tuesday, January 27, 1970, with the added recommendation that final cut -off date be stipulated (not just 90 days), and that thereafter a substantial penalty be imposed if they have not vacated. B. NEWLY ACQUIRED PARK PROPERTY - Recommenth tions re. Development. Recreation Director Kobett presented a._.sUmmary oft recommendbtions from the Parks and Recreation Commission relative to the development of newly acquired park property at Live Oak Park. Because the items to consider were numerous, it was moved by Councilman Briggs, seconded by Councilman Merritt and unanimously carried to refer the consideration of the suggestions for development of Live Oak Park to a study session. Council Minutes, January 20, 1970 - Page 5 15. UNITED LUMBER CO. Report re. Petition - Public Nuisance City Manager Koski reported that based on a petition received by the City Council, from Mr. Charles Strand, 4815 N. Alessandro, which was signed by 51 persons in the vicinity of United Lumber Company, 9250 Lower Azusa Road, that an investigation had been made by an inspector from the Air Pollution Control District relative to dust emission in the area. He advised that the in- spection revealed no sawdust, and that only normal amounts of dust accumulation were observed. He advised that all equipment was found to be operating properly. Also, that the company is in the process of relocating a large portion of their operation in Orange County so that complaints regarding noise and other problems may no longer be critical. Council discussed the general condition of the area, and whether dirt and dust is caused by other sources, such as the railroad; and also whether Lower Azusa Road is presently being swept as frequently as it should be in order to alleviate road dust. It was moved by Councilman Tyrell, seconded by Councilman Briggs and unanimously carried to refer the matter to the regular meeting of the City Council to be held on February 17, 1970, in order that the general conditions in the area may be more fully observed. 16. SET PUBLIC HEARING - HALLOWELL, west side, Daines to Live Oak. Curb, gutter and drive approach. Councilman Tyrell moved to set Public Hearing for Tuesday, February 3, 1970, for street improvements, curb, gutter and drive approach, on Hallowell Avenue, west side, Daines Drive to Live Oak, at 7:30 p.m. in the City Hall. The motion was seconded by Councilman Beckley and unanimously carried. RESOLUTION No. 70 -983: APPOINTMENT OF TEMPORARY PERSONNEL City Manager Koski presented Resolution No. 70 -983, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY APPOINTING TEMPORARY PERSONNEL. Councilman Tyrell moved to adopt, seconded by Councilman Merritt and unanimously carried. 18, RESOLUTION No. 70 -984: WARRANTS & DEMANDS - Demand Nos. 1338 through 1411, in the amount of $25,635.14. Councilman Briggs moved to adopt Resolution No. 70 -984, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY ALLOWING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $25,635.14, DEMAND NOS. 1338 THROUGH 1411. Councilman Merritt seconded the motion which carried unanimously. 19. COMMUNICATIONS: A. City Manager Koski presented a communication from Thomas Conrow, Youth Commissioner, submitting his resignation from the Commission because of a heavy schedule of activities. Councilman Merritt moved to accept the resignation, with regret, seconded by Councilman Briggs and unanimously carried. Mayor Harker advised that in order to fill the vacancy on the Youth Commission, he wished to appoint Robert Sorenson for the unexpired term, subject to the conditions of Resolution 69 -906, wherein members are required to be between the ages of 14 and 20. Councilman Briggs moved that the appointment be confirmed, seconded by Councilman Merritt and unanimously carried.' Council Minutes, January 20, 1970 - Page 6 B. City Manager Koski presented a request from John M. Conover, General Chairman, 26th Annual Camellia Festival, for bleachers, use of light standards for advertising banners, temporary street parking ban, and blue line to be painted on Las Tunas Drive for Temple City Camellia Festival Parade to be held on February 28, 1970. Councilman Merritt moved; to approve the, request, seconded by Councilman Briggs unanimously carried. Councilman Tyrell moved that a formal request for additional Sheriff personnel for the Camellia Festival Parade on February 28, be forwarded to the Sheriff's Department, seconded by Councilman Merritt and unanimously carried. City Manager Koski presented a request from the Temple City Kiwanis Club to conduct the Annual Line of Dimes event on Friday, January 23, 1970, in lieu of the January 16 date previously approved and which was not held because of the general rainy condition on that date. Councilman Tyrell moved to approve the request, as outlined, subject to the same condition that the City of Temple City be additionally insured, seconded by Councilman Briggs and unanimously carried. 20, TIME FOR THOSE IN AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO SPEAK: No one came forward. 21, MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS: and A, Mayor Harker advised that he would be attending the SCAG General Assembly meeting on February 18, 1970, at which time the increase of dues would be voted upon. He requested views from the Council prior to his attendance at this meeting. Councilman Beckley announced his candidacy for reelection to the City Council for the April 14, 1970, election, and stated he would be filing nomination papers therefor. C, Councilman Merritt advised that he too was officially declaring himself a candidate for reelection to the City Council. D. City Manager Koski advised that a request had been received from the Sister City Committee to provide necessary equip- ment, grandstand, tables, chairs, etc., as may be necessary, when hosting Sister City friends over the Camellia Festival weekend. Staff was directed to provide the equipment as requested, and to arrange details with Mrs. Clarkson who was coordinating the arrangements for the Sister City Committee. City Manager Koski advised that the terms of Commissioners Adams and Maudlin on the Parks and Recreation Commission had expired, and that both Commissioners had expressed willingness to continue to serve in this capacity. Councilman Merritt moved to reappoint Leonard Adams and Max Maudlin to two -year terms on the Parks and Recreation Commission, to expire January 5, 1972, seconded by Councilman Beckley and unanimousl carried. F. City Manager Koski advised that the matter of providing travel accident insurance for Youth Commissioners had been previously discussed, and that it was recommended that $5,000 travel accident and $5,000 medical expense coverage be provided. It was so moved by Councilman Beckley, seconded by Councilman Merritt and unanimously carried. y Council Minutes, January 20, 1970 - Page 7 G, City Manager Koski reported that a traffic safety proposal was previously submitted by the Traffic Commission, and that a communication had been received from the State of California, Business and Transportation Agency, OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY, stating that the original letter of intent outlining the proposal had been favorably received. He advised that we can now submit the final proposal, under which plan funds would be provided over a two -year period for the development of a pedestrian safety program. Council- man Merritt moved that the necessary forms be completed and the City Manager authorized to sign, in order to move ahead with this project. Councilman Beckley seconded the motion which carried unanimously. H. City Manager Koski presented a request from Director of Recreation Kobett to attend the 22nd Annual California Parks and Recreation Conference to be held in the Anaheim. Convention Center, March 1 -4, 1970, which conference would not require hotel accommodations. It was moved by Council- man Beckley, seconded by Councilman Briggs and unanimously carried to approve the attendance of the Director of Recreation at the 22nd Annual California Parks and Recreation Conference, March 1 -4, as outlined. 22. ADJOURNMENT: Councilman Tyrell moved to adjourn to the next regular meeting of the City Council to be held on Tuesday, February 3, 1970, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the City Hall. The motion was seconded by Councilman Briggs and unanimously carried. The meeting adjourned at 8 :50 p.m. ATT{ST; b 1 CITY CLERK MAYOR