HomeMy Public PortalAboutCity Council_Minutes_1970-09-01_Regular 1970CITY OF TEMPLE CITY
COUNCIL MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 1, 1970
INITIATION:
1. Mayor Merritt called the - regular meeting of the City Council
to order at 7:38 p.m.
2. The invocation was given by the Reverend Kenneth E. Grant,
Pastor, Westminster Presbyterian Church, 9642 E. Live Oak
Avenue, Temple City.
3. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Mayor Merritt.
4. ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Councilmen - Briggs, Gilbertson, Harker, Merritt
ABSENT: Councilmen - Tyrell
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Koski, City Attorney Martin, Planning
Director Dragicevich, Director of Public Works
P1zzorno
While Councilman Tyrell was absent at the calling of the roll,
he had advised he would be late, and entered the meeting during
the approval of the minutes, prior to the first order of business.
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Councilman Gilbertson moved to approve the minutes of the
adjourned meeting of August 11, 1970, as printed, seconded by
Councilman Harker and carried.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
6. PUBLIC HEARING: 7:30 p.m. Re. Modification of Zone Variance
Granted by Resolution No. 69 -929 (ZV Case No. 69 -283)
City Manager Koski advised that the request for modification
of zone variance previously granted by the Council, was to
allow four signs relating to identification of the Santa Anita
Convalescent Hospital. Planning Director Dragicevich presented
background information and advised that at the time of granting
the variance the City had not adopted the comprehensive sign
ordinance now in existence. He described the size of the proposed
signs, with two smaller ones approximately 4' x 15" and one larger
one, 3' x 12', to be located on Daines Drive, and one larger
one,3' x 12', to be located facing Gracewood, approximately
580' northerly of Daines Drive.
Mayor Merritt declared the public hearing open and invited
those present who wished to speak in favor to come forward.
Merle Collins, applicant, 5522 Gracewood, stated that since
a wide driveway had been put in from Daines, the major traffic
comes in from the rear of the institution to the new parking
lot, and that signs would aid in lighting the driveway and
assist in directing visitors to the main entrance of the
institution which is on Gracewood, as well as defining the
ambulance entrance.
No one else came forward to speak either for or against the
matter.
Councilman Briggs moved to close the public hearing, seconded
by Councilman Gilbertson and unanimously carried.
Council Minutes, September 1, 1970 - Page 2
Councilman Harker inquired if the request for variance was then
of a double nature, first to put a sign in an area not normally
allowed, and second, that the signs do not conform to standard.
He was advised that this was the case.
Councilmen Gilbertson and Briggs expressed concern as to the
placing of large illuminated signs in this residential area. It
was noted that the illumination would be opaque and of the same
type used in identifying other hospitals and some churches in the
area.
Mayor Merritt inquired as to the possible need for red curb
markings at the entrance of the hospital complex in order to
provide better site clearance, which was referred to staff for
investigation.
Councilman Tyrell stated that the request for modification of
zone variance was consistent with the development, and moved to
grant the request and to instruct the City Attorney to prepare
an appropriate resolution, seconded by Councilman Harker and
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen - Harker, Tyrell, Merritt
NOES: Councilmen - 3riggs, Gilbertson
7. PUBLIC HEARING: 7:30 p.m. Re. Vacation of Alley, north of
Las Tunas, Cloverly to Oak.
City Manager Koski advised that efforts are currently under way
for construction of a restaurant at the northeast corner of Las
Tunas Drive and Oak, and that the applicant and other property
owners adjacent to the alley have requested the alley vacated in
order to allow total development of the block. He advised that
the City would retain an easement for maintenance of sewer line,
and that easements would be reserved by the utilities; that the
City does not own the property in fee, but has an easement for
vehicle ingress and 'egress. He advised that the vacation of
the alley will allow better utilization of the parcel on which
the restaurant is currently being constructed, because it is now
split, and that the same was true for the other parcels in the
block.
Mayor Merritt declared the public hearing open and invited those
present who wished to speak on the matter to come forward.
Mark J. Walsh, 3339 Skadlock Lane, Sherman Oaks, and real estate
field supervisor for the firm of Gino's Incorporated, advised
that his firm was requesting vacation of the alley in conjunction
with the other two property owners, and that better utilization
of all properties would result.
No one else came forward to speak on the matter. Councilman
Tyrell moved to close the public hearing, seconded by Councilman
Briggs and unanimously carried.
In Council discussion, it was noted that no ingress or egress
problems would be created in allowing this vacation, and that
the problem of trucks parking south of the post office would be
eliminated.
Councilman Tyrell moved to approve the vacation of the alley,
and to instruct the City Attorney to prepare an appropriate
resolution, seconded by Councilman 3riggs and unanimously
carried.
Council Minutes, September 1, 1970 - Page 3
8. ORDINANCE No. 70 -310: 2nd read. Re. Revisions to Municipal
Code Relating to Terms for Commissioners.
City Attorney Martin presented Ordinance No. 70 -310 entitled
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY AMENDING SECTION 2715.1
OF THE TEMPLE CITY MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO COMMISSIONS, for
second reading by title only. Councilman Tyrell moved to waive
further reading and adopt, seconded by Councilman Gilbertson
and unanimously carried.
9. ORDINANCE No. 70 -311: 1st read. Re. Change of Zone from R -1 to
M -1 (Leroy Miller, 9352 E. Lower Azusa Road)
City Attorney Martin advised that the proposed ordinance was
presented as a result of Council action at a previous meeting
and presented Ordinance No. 70 -311 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY RECLASSIFYING CERTAIN PROPERTY FROM
ZONE R -1 TO ZONE M -1, for first reading. Councilman Harker
moved to waive further reading, seconded by Councilman Tyrell
and unanimously carried.
NEW BUSINESS:
10. RECEIPT OF BIDS: KAUFFMAN AVENUE, GARIBALDI TO LONGDEN
- Street Improvements (Curb, Gutter and Drive Approaches,
Chapter 27 of the Streets and Highways Code).
City Manager Koski advised that pursuant to Council action,
bids were received for street improvements on Kauffman Avenue,
Garibaldi to Longden, however, following the review and
evaluation in comparison with the Engineer's estimate, the bids
were more than 15% above the estimate, and it was recommended
that the bids be rejected and the project readvertised. A pro-
posed schedule for the project was presented by the Director
of Public Works, with bid opening suggested for September 29,
1970. Councilman Gilbertson so moved, seconded by Councilman
Tyrell and unanimously carried.
11. MERGER AGREEMENT: FRANCHISE WITH SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS
COMPANY
City Manager Koski presented a letter from the Southern California
Gas Company dated August 14, 1970, advising of the merger of
the Southern Counties Gas Company of California with the Southern
California Gas Company, effective August 1, 1970, together with a
certified copy of the merger agreement which was filed with the
City within 30 days of the transfer, in accordance with terms of
Franchise Ordinance No. 60 -15 with the City of Temple City.
Councilman Tyrell moved to consent to the merger and amend the
franchise agreement accordingly, seconded by Councilman Gilbertson
and unanimously carried.
12. SUBDIVISION TRACT No. 30308: Consideration of Final Map
Approval.
Planning Director Dragicevich presented background information
relative to subdivision Tract No. 30308, advising that Tentative
Tract No. 30308 was approved by the City Council on January 6,
1970, subject to certain conditions; and revised map approved
on July 7, 1970, with no additional conditions imposed. He advised
that letters from the County Engineer and the Subdivision Committee
of the Regional Planning Commission of the County of Los Angeles
recommending acceptance were on file in the City Clerk's office,
with finding that Merle Collins, the subdivider of the subject
tract, had in good faith attempted to secure the signature of
Edith M. Hall, easement holder, and had been unable to do so,
and that a refusal to accept the map for recording would work
an undue hardship on the subdivider.
Council Minutes, September 1, 1970 - Page 4
A map was presented by the staff indicating that a reservation for
an easement for street purposes had formerly existed on a number
of parcels fronting on Hallowell, however the present plot plan
did not include the continuance of the easement for future street
purposes. The matter was brought to the attention of the Council
prior to the adoption of the Final Map, which if approved as
presented, would eliminate this easement for all future purposes.
Following discussion, Councilman Tyrell moved to accept the
streets as offered for dedication on said map, to make findings
as outlined by the Planning Director, and to adopt Resolution
No. 70 -1041 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF TEMPLE CITY APPROVING FINAL MAP OF SUBDIVISION TRACT No. 30308.
Councilman Harker seconded the motion which carried unanimously.
13. RECOMMENDATIONS FROM YOUTH COMMISSION - Meeting of August 13, 1970.
City Manager Koski presented a recommendation from the Youth
Commission, recommending reduction in size from an eleven - member
commission to a more workable body of five members. Councilman
Briggs moved to accept the recommendation of the Commission
and to make provisions to reorganize at the end of the current
year,-seconded by Councilman Gilbertson and unanimously carried.
A Status Report on the Youth Commission Questionnaire was
received by the Council, with summary to be presented at the next
regular meeting to be held on Tuesday, September 15, 1970.
14. RECOMMENDATIONS FROM PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION - Meeting of
August 19, 1970.
City Manager Koski advised that the Parks and Recreation Commission
recommended granting permission to the Temple City Family Young
Men's Christian Association for use of Temple City Park for the
purpose of a Rally, on Saturday, October 3, 1970, subject to
conditions outlined in memorandum to the Council dated August 20,
1970. Councilman Tyrell moved to approve as recommended,
seconded by Councilman Harker and unanimously carried.
15. RESOLUTION No. 70 -1038: Re. Amending Request for Allocation
of County Aid -to- Cities Funds.
City Manager Koski presented Resolution No. 70 -1038 entitled
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY
AMENDING REQUEST FOR ALLOCATION OF COUNTY AID -TO- CITIES FUNDS
FOR THE MAINTENANCE OF SELECT SYSTEM STREETS. Councilman Tyrell
moved to adopt, seconded by Councilman Gilbertson and unanimously
carried.
16. RESOLUTION No. 70 -1039: WARRANTS & DEMANDS, Demand No. 2739 thru
2823 in the amount of $46,122.75.
City Manager Koski presented Resolution No. 70 -1039 entitled
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY
ALLOWING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $46,122.75, DEMAND
NOS. 2739 THRU 2823. Councilman Harker moved to approve,
seconded by Councilman Tyrell and unanimously carried.
17. COMMUNICATIONS:
A. Camellia Festival. City Manager Koski presented a request
from Charles H. Jackson, General Chairman for the 27th Annual
Camellia Festival and Parade to be held on February 26, 27 and 28,
1971, for use of portable bleachers, Temple City Park, installation
of blue line marking on Las Tunas, street parking ban, and
general assistance in holding the 27th Annual Festival.
Councilman Harker moved to approve the request, seconded by
Councilman Briggs and unanimously carried.
Council Minutes, September 1, 1970 - Page 5
B. Voting Delegate for League of California Cities Conference.
City Manager Koski advised that the League of California Cities
had requested designation cf voting representatives for the League
of California Cities Business Sessions at the Annual League
Conference to be held in San Diego, October 25-28, 1970. Council-
man Harker moved to appoint Mayor Merritt as voting delegate and
Councilman Gilbertson as alternate, seconded by Councilman
$riggs and unanimously carried.
C. RTD City Selection Committee Representative. City Manager
Koski advised that the Annual Meeting of the City Selection
Committee would be held on September 3, 1970, in conjunction with
the regular monthly meeting of the League of California Cities'
Director's Meeting, and that a directorship vacancy would be
voted on at that time in which the City's representative would
be eligible to vote. Mayor Merritt advised that he would be
in attendance. Councilman Harker moved to adopt Resolution No.
70 -1040 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TEMPLE CITY, CALIFORNIA, APPOINTING A MEMBER OF SAID COUNCIL OF
SAID CITY TO THE CITY SELECTION COMMITTEE PURSUANT TO PART 3 OF
DIVISION 10 OF THE PUBLIC UTILITIES CODE, which resolution
appointed Louis W. Merritt as a member to the City Selection
Committee. The motion was seconded by Councilman Briggs and
unanimously carried.
18. TIME FOR THOSE IN AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO SPEAK:
Ruth Giese, 5600 Glickman, inquired as to the depth that would
be allowed for core hold drilling operation at Live Oak Park
and was advised that 10,000' was the depth that had been indicated.
She also inquired as to oil rights for those who had not signed
leases. City Attorney Martin advised that we have no ordinance,
but that if and when a permit to drill is sought (in other than
a residential zone), the Council would consider the equities of
standard community lease.
Mrs. Giese also advised that since newly acquired park properties
were being redeveloped, the trees had been cut down and that
crows that previously inhabited the trees were now creating a
nuisance to the surrounding residences. Staff was directed to
check with the County Department of Animal Control as to possible
abatement.
19.
MATTERS_ FROM CITY OFFICIALS,:
A. City Manager Koski advised that Supervisor Bonelli had for-
warded a copy of the Road Department's Preliminary Engineering
Project Report re. Lower Azusa Road Grade Separation Project,
offering to assist Temple City in processing the application.
Preliminary cost figures were presented, wherein the City's
share of expenses would approximate one quarter million dollars.
It was questioned whether project costs to participate in the
program would be warranted, and the report was received and
filed for future consideration,
B. A proposed lease for Standard Oil of California to conduct
a core hole drilling operation under Conditional Use Permit
No. 70 -318 granted by the Planning Commission on July 28, 1970,
was presented by the City Attorney for consideration. Council
concurred in the lease as presented, following adjustment of the
penalty clause to provide for $500 per day penalty if the
premises are not vacated by the specified date. Councilman
Gilbertson moved to approve the proposed lease and to forward to
Standard Oil Company for signature, and to authorize the Mayor
and City Clerk to sign on behalf of the City. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Harker and unanimously carried.
Council Minutes, September 1, 1970 Page 6
C. Mayor Merritt advised that he had received an invitation
to attend ceremonies for installation of the new mayor of
Magdalena, to be held on September 16, 1970, and that he would
be unable to attend. He asked Councilman Gilbertson to represent
him as Mayor Pro Tem, and advised that Councilman Harker would
also be in attendance as a representative of the City. Mayor
Merritt moved to approve the attendance of Councilmen Gilbertson
and Harker at the civic ceremonies to be held in Magdalena,
Sonora, Mexico, on September 16, 1970, and to authorize payment
of the necessary expenses. The motion was seconded by Councilman
3riggs and unanimously carried,
D. City Manager Koski advised that the pilot program to be
entered into with the Sheriff's Department to study the feas-
ibility of one -man patrol units was ready for implementation, but
due to problems facing the Sheriff's Department in East Los
Angeles, implementation would be delayed until the situation is
cleared up. Council concurred in the utilization of one -man cars
as a pilot project, commencing on or about September 1, 1970,
and running through June 30, 1971. Without a motion, staff was
instructed to negotiate with the Sher'iff's Department, the
Auditor Controller and the Chief Administrative Office of the
County, any changes in cost as follows: a) any additional
increase in cost to be subject to possible reduction, if through
further negotiations with representatives of the above depart-
ments it is determined that a new unit price will be applicable
for the use of one -man general law patrol vehicles, and
b) the cost of patrol services also to be subject to any
reduction that might occur from the cities providing the patrol
units for use by the Sheriff's Department.
E. Councilman Gilbertson gave a progress report on joint
meetings involving City representatives and the Chamber of
Commerce, advising that progress was most encouraging and that
interest was much improved.
F. City Attorney Martin advised that the City payroll and warrant
signatures, for which two signatures are required, are now both
manual, but stated that one could be done by facsimile if authorized
by the Council. Mayor Merritt reported that the signing of the
warrants was very time - consuming, and that the use of a facsimile
stamp would expedite the task. Councilman Tyrell moved to
approve the use of a facsimile stamp for warrant signatures,
however the motion died for lack of a second,
20. ADJOURNMENT:
Councilman Harker moved to adjourn at 8 :55 p.m., seconded by
Councilman Briggs and unanimously carried. The next regular
meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 15, 1970, at 7:30 p.m.
in the Council Chambers of the City Hall,
MAYOR
ATTEST:
CHIEF DEPUTY CITY CLERK