HomeMy Public PortalAboutCity Council_Minutes_1970-07-07_Regular 1970COUNCIL MINUTES
CITY OF TEMPLE CITY
July 7, 1970
INITIATION:
1. The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of
Temple City was called to order by Mayor Merritt at
7:40 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the City Hall.
2. The invocation was given by Elder Hagen, Seventh Day
Adventist Church 9664 E. Broadway, Temple City.
The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Mayor
Merritt.
4. ROLL CALL:
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
ALSO PRESENT:
Councilmen - Briggs, Gilbertson, Harker, Merritt
Councilmen - Tyrell
City Manager Koski, City Attorney Martin,
Planning Director Dragicevich, Director of
Public Works Pizzorno,.Assistant City Manager
Recupe ro
Councilman Briggs moved to excuse Councilman Tyrell for
business reasons, seconded by Councilman Gilbertson and
carried.
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
A. Regular Meeting of June 16, 1970 - Councilman Gilbertson
noted the following omissions on seconds to motions;
Page 2, Item 9B, add "seconded by Councilman Gilbertson
and unanimously carried" completing action on renewal
of agreement with Los Angeles County for recreation
program at Emperor School; and Page 5, Item 16A, add
"seconded by Councilman Briggs and unanimously carried"
completing action on authorizing payment of costs and
appropriating funds for Phase 1, off - street parking
studies, Parking District No. 3. It was moved by
Councilman Gilbertson to approve the minutes as corrected,
seconded by Councilman Briggs and carried, Councilman
Harker abstaining.
B. Adjourned Meeting of June 22, 1970 - It was moved by
Councilman Briggs, seconded by Councilman Gilbertson and
carried to approve the minutes of the Adjourned Meeting
of June 22, as printed.
C. Adjourned Meeting of June 30, 1970 - It was moved by
Councilman Briggs, seconded by Councilman Harker and
carried to approve the minutes of the Adjourned Meeting
of June 30, as printed.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
6. PUBLIC HEARING: Re. Jack -in- the -Box Drive -In Restaurant,
9202 Las Tunas Drive - Determination of Possible Public
Nuisance.
City Manager Koski presented background information as to
previous Public Hearings and complaints concerning the
Jack -in- the -Box Drive -In Restaurant located at 9202 Las Tunas
Drive, together with reports from the Sheriff's Department
as to surveillance of the premises, correspondence from
Foodmaker, Inc., and a complaint from a resident, all on
file in the City Clerk's office.
Following introductory discussion, Mayor Merritt declared the
Public Hearing open, inviting those present to speak on the
matter.
Council Minutes, July 7, 1970 - Page 2
Mrs. Hilda Lawless, 92122 Las Tunas Drive, stated that on
Saturday, June 13, she had been insulted by an employee of
Jack -in- the -Box, which complaint was on file. She also com-
plained, of the late hours of operation, noise emanating from
the trash bin area during the cleaning operation and the dis-
carding of dirty water from the cleaning operation.
Michael Fiori, District Coordinator, Jack -in- the -Box Operations,
verified the intentions of Foodmaker, Inc. to meet the conditions
established by the City Council for the operation of Jack- in -the-
Box. He discussed with the Council and expressed willingness to
cooperate in additional efforts such as utilizing plastic liners
for trash cans to reduce noise, to minimize cleaning time after
closing and any other efforts to provide an operation compatible
to the community.
Mrs. Lorane Flowers, 5823 Encinita, advised that while she had
previously opposed the Council allowing a drive -in restaurant at
the location, the operations were now much improved and she had
no complaint with the operation. Further, she expressed concern
relative to a complaint against an employee of Jack -in- the -Box
who was a minor, and felt that the matter of whether or not he
had in fact insulted Mrs. Lawless was a civil matter.
Jim Zito, 58252 Encinita, advised that he was the brother of the
employee agains-t whom Mrs. Lawless had filed the complaint,
advising that he too felt this was a civil matter. He considered
the operation of Jack -in-the -Box to be acceptable to the community
and meeting the requirements set forth by the City Council.
No one else came forward to Speak
Councilman 3riggs moved to close the public hearing, seconded by
Councilman Gilbertson and carried.
Following discussion and on recommendation of the City Attorney,
Councilman Gilbertson moved as follows: "On the basis of the
conditions previously laid down by the City Council, and on the
basis of the representative of Jack -in- the -Box, Mr. Fiori, and letter
of July 7, 1970, from Foodmaker, Inc., indicating that they would
attempt earlier cleaning time than to 1:30 a.m., implement the use
of noiseless trash containers and maintain the premises in a clean
and orderly fashion, the City Council finds the public nuisance
allegations, which must be established by a pattern, to have been
largely cured; that we will never cure individual or spasmodic
complaints, but the pattern at this point seems to be cured; and
that the matter be terminated subject to the prescribed conditions."
The motion was seconded by Councilman 3riggs and carried.
7. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS: Meeting of June 23, 1970.
Tentative Tract Map 30308, Revised - Santa Anita Convalescent
Hospital.
Planning Director Dragicevich presented background information
relative to Tentative Tract Map 30308, Revised. He advised
that the map now includes portions of several R -1 lots
abutting existing _sanitarium' . facilities, and that the pro-
posed addition to the sanitarium complex was granted by Res-
olution No. 70 -377PC on May .1.2, 1970, ,- . in .,Zon.e. Variance
Case No. 70 -313, and requested Council approval of tentative
tract map dated January 1969, Revised. Councilman Briggs
moved to approve, seconded by Councilman Harker and carried.
Council Minutes, July 7, 1970 - Page 3
8. PARKING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS - Meeting of June 17, 1970.
Permit to Cross Over Pedestrian Mall - Zager -Smith Carpet Co.
Director of Public Works Pizzorno advised that the Parking
Commission recommended extending the permit for Zager -Smith
Carpet Company to pass over public right -of -way on Mall 1A,
located behind 9510 Las Tunas Drive, for a one -year period
from September 1970 to September 1971, subject to the following
conditions: 1) the permit is for loading and unloading of
commercial delivery vehicles only, and 2) the area to the rear
mall entrance to be repaired by clearing weeds from the cracks
in the asphalt and cracks filled and area resurfaced with an
asphalt coating. Councilman Briggs moved to approve as
recommended, seconded by Councilman Harker and carried.
9. TRAFFIC COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS - Meeting of July 1, 1970.
A. Item 5 - Las Tunas Drive at Hart Avenue - Intersection
Re- evaluation.
Director of Public Works Pizzorno advised that the Traffic
Commission recommended removal of the crosswalk on Las Tunas
Drive at the west line of Hart Avenue and removal of red curb
marking on the south curb of Las Tunas Drive, adjacent to the
existing crosswalk, replacing it with a marked parking stall.
Council discussed the proposal and alternative suggestions
that had been considered by the Traffic Commission, with the
consensus that elimination of the crosswalk at a T- intersection
was not acceptable, with preference for alternative No. 2 described
in memorandum dated June 25, 1970.
Councilman Briggs moved to delete the crosswalk on the west side
of Hart Avenue and relocate to the east line, at right angles
across Las Tunas Drive, which would necessitate a minimum removal
of one space on the north side and one space on the south side
for parking. The motion was seconded by Councilman Gilbertson
and carried.
B. Item 6 - Oak Avenue, south of Las Tunas Drive - Commercial
Loading Zone.
Director of Public Works Pizzorno advised that the Traffic
Commission recommended placing a large commercial vehicle
loading zone on the west side of Oak Avenue, commencing
44 feet south of the south curb line of Las Tunas Drive to
a point 69 feet south of the south curb line. Councilman
Gilbertson opposed the placing of this loading zone, in that
it would cause a tightness in the traffic pattern. Councilman
Briggs moved to grant as recommended, seconded by Councilman
Harker. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen - Briggs, Harker, Merritt
NOES: Councilmen- Gilbertson
ABSENT: Councilmen- Tyrell
C. Item 10 - Las Tunas Drive -- Temple City Boulevard -
Back-to-School Safety Posters
Director of Public Works Pizzorno advised that the Traffic
Commission recommended approval of the placement of "Back -to-
School" safety posters and banners by the Junior Woman's Club
of Temple City in conjunction with a possible City -wide safety
drive prior to the beginning of school in September, subject
to the posters being removed at the conclusion of the project
and meeting the City's insurance requirements. Councilman
Briggs moved to approve as recommended, seconded by Council-
man Harker and carried.
Council Minutes, July 7, 1970 - Page 4
D. Item 14 - Las Tunas Drive - Signal Operation.
Director of Public Works Pizzorno advised that the Traffic
Commission had reviewed the request of the City Council to
set signals at two intersections on full operation on specific
nights, and that to do so would require a cost of $400 per
intersection because of the timing mechanism. Because of the
costs involved, the Commission recommended extending full
operation of traffic signals on Las Tunas Drive, from 7 to
10 p.m., on Friday nights only, at those intersections not
presently so timed. Councilman Gilbertson moved to approve
as recommended, seconded by Councilman Harker and carried.
10. LOS ANGELES COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICTS: Joint Refuse Transfer
and Disposal Systems.
City Manager Koski presented an analysis of the proposed
Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts Joint Refuse Transfer
and Disposal System, with the recommendation that based on
the need for additional landfill sites and long range planning
in solid waste disposal, that it was more feasible to remain
with the Joint Refuse Transfer and Disposal System. Councilman
Harker discussed the problems of disposing of solid waste and
the need for communities to concern themselves with a reduc-
tion in waste materials. Councilman Gilbertson moved that
staff recommendation be accepted, wherein the City would
remain with the Joint Refuse Transfer and Disposal System.
The motion was seconded by Mayor Merritt and carried.
11.
TRAFFIC SIGNAL MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT: Traffic Signal Maintenance
Company of Monterey Park (5 -year agreement)
Director of Public Works Pizzorno advised that at the present
time the County Road Department is maintaining our traffic
signals, including preventive maintenance and extraordinary
maintenance, at a cost of $55.50 per month, and that the
Traffic Signal Maintenance Company of Monterey Park proposed to
do the same maintenance for a monthly fee of $21.48. By
computing all costs involved, savings for 1970 -71 were estimated
to be $4,114. A proposed agreement for the service had been
approved by the City Attorney as to form, and arrangements in
order to commence the service on August 1, 1970. Councilman
Briggs moved to approve the agreement as outlined, and to
authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign, seconded by
Councilman Harker and carried.
12. RESOLUTION No. 70 -1026: Warrants and Demands, Demand Nos.
2413 through 2548 in the amount of $64,751,29.
Councilman Briggs moved to adopt Resolution No. 70 -1026
entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TEMPLE CITY ALLOWING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF
$64,751.29, DEMAND NOS. 2413 THRU 2548, seconded by Council-
man Gilbertson and carried.
13. RESOLUTION' N0. 70 -1027: Adopting a Salary Schedule and Pay
Plan.
City Manager Koski pointed out that Resolution No. 70 -1027
entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TEMPLE CITY ADOPTING A SALARY SCHEDULE AND PAY PLAN included
those changes in position classifications discussed by the
Council at previous meetings, and as included in the 1970-71
budget adopted on June 30, 1970. Councilman Gilbertson
moved to adopt, seconded by Councilman Harker and carried.
14. COMMUNICATIONS:
There were none,
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15. TIME FOR THOSE IN AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO SPEAK:
No one came forward..
16. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS:
A. Councilman Briggs inquired regarding the review of signal
timing operation on Temple City Boulevard. Flashing operation
for late evening hours was discussed and referred to the next
meeting of the Council following further review by individual
Councilmen and staff.
B. Councilman Gilbertson discussed the irresponsible action
of the Board of Supervisors in not holding the budget of the
County within more reasonable limits; that this community is
seriously affected both by the increase in taxes and the
salary scales which they force upon other cities for compar-
ison purposes; and suggested that a letter be drafted to the
Board of Supervisors, signed by all members of the Council,
to convey the feelings of the Council in this regard.
Councilmen Harker and Briggs also spoke of the seriousness
of the matter. Mayor Merritt directed staff to draft a
letter to the County Board of Supervisors for the Council,
which letter would convey the feelings of the Council as
expressed.
C. Councilman Gilbertson inquired as to the progress of
repair of the intersection of the Southern Pacific Railroad
at Lower Azusa. He was advised that materials are presently
being delivered and that work was to commence within 10 days.
D. City Manager Koski presented a report relative to costs
to the City for alternative health insurance plans. The
report was deferred for study and action by the Council at
their next meeting.
E. City Manager Koski advised that a report from the Fire
Department had been received relative to the number of calls
received over the 4th of July weekend. He advised that the
report indicated that only two calls were due to fireworks,
and that these were both firecrackers and not the safe and
sane type. One fire was in an automobile, and the other
was in tree shrubbery on Garibaldi, causing minor damage.
17. ADJOURNMENT:
At 9:30 p.m. Councilman Briggs moved to adjourn to executive
session, seconded by Councilman Gilbertson and carried.
The next regular meeting of the City Council will be held on
Tuesday, July 21, 1970, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers
of the City Hall.
ATTEST:
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MAYOR