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COUNCIL MINUTES
MARCH 2, 1971
INITIATION:
1. Mayor Merritt called the regular meeting of the City Council to
order at 7:40 p.m.
2. The invocation was given by Richard Manners, Pacific Ackworth
Friends Meeting, 6210 N. Temple City Boulevard, Temple City.
3. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Mayor Merritt.
4. ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Councilmen- Gilbertson, Harker, Tyrell, Merritt
ABSENT: Councilmen- Briggs
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Koski, City Attorney Martin,
Planning Director Dragicevich
City Manager Koski advised that Councilman Briggs had telephoned
that he was detained on business and would not be able to attend
this evening's meeting. Councilman Harker moved that Councilman
Briggs' absence be excused, seconded by Councilman Tyrell and
carried.
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Councilman Gilbertson moved to approve the minutes of the regular
meeting of the City Council, held on Tuesday, February 16, 1971,
as mailed, seconded by Councilman Harker and carried.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
6. PUBLIC HEARING: Re. Amendment to Zoning Code to provide for a
Zone Modification Committee.
City Manager Koski advised that the Planning Commission had
adopted Resolution No. 71- 401PC, recommending the establishment
of a Zoning Modification Committee to review and consider minor
modifications of zoning requirements such as parking, driveway
width, signs, height of structures and walls and fences.
Mayor Merritt declared the Public Hearing open.
Planning Director Dragicevich presented background information
and answered inquiries of the Council as to the type of deviations
that would be considered by this Committee. Specific inquiry
from the Council concerned what criteria was established to
determine which modifications would be considered "minor."
No one came forward to speak either for or against the matter.
Councilman Harker moved to close the Public Hearing, seconded
by Councilman Gilbertson and carried.
In discussing the matter, the Council was of the opinion that
requests for minor modifications might be further simplified,
and that such items could be handled administratively, rather
than setting up another committee. Councilman Harker moved that
Planning Commission Resolution No. 71 -401PC be tabled, that the
matter be referred back to staff with the recommendation that
whatever necessary procedural changes be instituted which would
grant equivalent capability to the staff or Planning Director.
The motion was seconded by Mayor Merritt and carried.
Council Minutes, March 2, 1971 - Page 2
7. UNDERGROUND UTILITIES DISTRICT No. 2: ASSESSMENT REPORT
City Manager Koski advised that pursuant to Council instruction
of February 16, 1971, staff met with property owners involved in
the formation of Underground Utilities District No. 2. He
advised that the property owners concerned agreed in principle
to be responsible for the costs of providing the necessary
trenching and backfilling of their electrical and hookup services.
Further, that the Temple City Medical Group will contribute a sum
in the amount of $900 to defray the cost to property owners in
addition to the cost to be borne by them. Councilman Gilbertson
moved to accept the contribution of $900 from Temple City Medical
Group, with the stipulation that the monies be allocated in
accordance with the cost factor to the property owners, seconded
by Councilman Harker and carried.
City Manager Koski advised that the City -owned street lighting
system is presently served from two separate locations, one in
Underground Utilities District No. 2 (in the alley south of Las
Tunas Drive, between Kauffman Avenue and Golden West), and the
other north of Las Tunas Drive, between Cloverly and Oak Avenues,
and that relocation of both of these locations should be undertaken
at the same time the work for the Underground Utilities District is
in progress. The installations of the new feed points at various
locations would be determined by the Southern California Edison
Company and the Los Angeles County Road Department. Costs for
performing the necessary work were estimated to be $4,516 by the
Los Angeles County Road Department; while the necessary work to
be performed by the Edison Company would be borne by that agency.
Councilman Gilbertson moved to approve the costs and expenditure
for relocation of feed points as outlined, in the amount of $4,516,
under extraordinary maintenance in the budget for street lighting,
seconded by Councilman Tyrell and carried.
NEW BUSINESS:
8. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS - Meeting of February 9,
and February 23, 1971.
A. TENTATIVE TRACT MAP no. 29535 - 9831 -45 La Rosa Drive
(Bade Construction Company).
City Manager Koski advised that the Planning Commission had
adopted Resolution No. 71 -404PC approving and recommending to
the City Council Tentative Tract Map No. 29535, following the
granting of zone variance for reduced lot areas for six parcels
in the proposed subdivision, however that no lot areas proposed
were below 7,000 sq. ft. Following discussion by the Council
relative to street width, parking and traffic considerations,
Councilman Harker stated that he felt this was the kind of
development we are after, either getting owners together in
joining their properties for subdivisions or in this manner;
and that in reviewing the Planning Commission record and in
this evening's discussion, he could find nothing that appeared
to be determintal. Councilman Harker then moved to support the
Planning Commission recommendation and approve Tentative Tract
Map No. 29535. The motion was seconded by Councilman Gilbertson
and carried.
B. PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO TEMPLE CITY ZONING CODE - Requirement
for Conditional Use Permit for all Restaurants.
Councilman Tyrell moved to set Public Hearing for Tuesday,
April 6, 1971, at 7:30 p.m., in the Council Chambers of the
City Hall, for the purpose of considering a requirement for
Conditional Use Permit for all restaurants. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Gilbertson and unanimously carried.
Council Minutes,-. March .2, .1971 - Page 3
9. INITIATION OF REGULATIONS PERTAINING TO COMPLIANCE WITH BUILDING
AND ZONING LAWS.
Planning Director Dragicevich presented background information
relative to requirements by other jurisdictions whereby
owners of residential property are required to obtain a report of
zoning and building records prior to the sale or exchange of
any residential property as provided by Government Code
Sections 38780, et. seq. (Assembly Bill No. 1782, August 1969).
Following discussion, Councilman Tyrell moved to refer to the
Planning Commission for consideration. The motion was seconded
by Councilman Gilbertson, reserving the right to vote no on
the matter when the report was returned to the Council. Motion
carried.
10. RECOMMENDATIONS FROM PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION - Meeting
of February 17, 1971.
A. Recosponsorship for 1971: 1) Temple City Creative Arts
2) Temple City T.O.P.S. #506
City Manager Koski advised that the Parks and Recreation
Commission recommended recosponsorship of the Temple City
Creative Arts for the year 1971, and Temple City Convertible
Take- off - pounds- sensibly (T.O.P.S.) Club #506 for the year
1971, both groups being self- governing and self- sustaining.
Councilman Tyrell moved to approve recosponsorship as outlined,
seconded by Councilman Gilbertson and carried.
B. Donation of Playground Equipment - Temple City Lacrosse Club
City Manager Koski advised that the Parks and Recreation
Commission recommended that the offer of the Temple City Chiefs
Lacrosse Club to donate lacrosse sticks and balls for use by the
City Recreation Department be accepted. Councilman Tyrell
moved to accept the donation with thanks, seconded by Councilman
Gilbertson and carried.
11. STREET LIGHT IMPROVEMENTS: Broadway - Eaton Wash to Baldwin.
City Manager Koski advised that as part of the program to provide
street lighting for safety and protection of residents in the city,
the Southern California Edison Company has submitted preliminary
plans and cost estimates for the installation of street lights on
Broadway. Estimated costs for installing mercury vapor lamps on
existing wood poles between Eaton Wash and Golden West, and on
steel poles between Golden West and Baldwin Avenue was $1,055
for the City's portion, while energy costs for theyear would
amount to $1,084, with monies available in Lighting District funds.
Councilman Tyrell moved to approve the project and authorize
the expenditure,as outlined by the City Manager, and memorandum
dated February 23, 1971. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Harker and carried.
12. AGREEMENT: COUNTY OF,.L.O.S .ANGELES AND CITY OF TEMPLE CITY FOR
SHERIFF'S SPECIALIZED EDUCATION SERVICES (Citizen and the Law
Program)
City Manager Koski presented an agreement submitted to the City
by the County of Los Angeles, approved by the City Attorney,
covering services that have been provided by the Sheriff's.
Department to the City for a full -time deputy for conducting the
Citizen and the Law Class at Oak Avenue Junior High School. He
advised the terms of the agreement commence July 1, 1967 and
continue through June 30, 1971, for all services rendered.
Councilman Tyrell moved to approve the agreement and authorize
the Mayor and City Clerk to sign, subject to review prior to
renewal for next year with the idea that the school district may
now see fit to continue the program. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Gilbertson and carried.
Council Minutes, March 2, 1971 - Page 4
13. RESOLUTION NO. 71 -1083: Employment of Temporary Personnel.
City Manager Koski introduced Resolution No. 71 -1083 entitled
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY
APPOINTING TEMPORARY PERSONNEL, Councilman Tyrell moved to
adopt, seconded by Councilman Gilbertson and carried.
14. RESOLUTION NO. 71 -1082: WARRANTS & DEMANDS, Demand Nos. 3623
thru 3688, in the amount of $29,150.27.
Councilman Tyrell moved to adopt Resolution No. 71 -1082 entitled
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY
ALLOWING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUMS OF $29,150.27, DEMAND
NOS. 3623 THRU 3688, seconded by Councilman Harker and carried.
15. COMMUNICATIONS:
A. City Manager Koski presented a request from the Chamber
of Commerce to hold a joint meeting of the City Council with
the Executive Board and the Board of Directors of the Chamber of
Commerce, on Monday, March 15, 1971. Council concurred in
scheduling the meeting and instructed staff to communicate with
the Chamber as to the scheduling of the joint meeting in order
to discuss matters of mutual interest for the development of
Temple City.
B. Mayor Merritt advised that he had received a letter from
Robert E. Banes, President, Southeast Recreation and Park
District of the California Association of Park &= Recreation
Commissioners and Board Members, expressing appreciation for
assistance, provided by Everett Greenberg to that association.
Council concurred in commending Mr. Greenberg for his contribution
to recreation activities and directed that a copy be forwarded
to him as well as placing it in his record'..
C. Mayor Merritt advised that he had been contacted by Riley
Geary, 6202 Ivar, and Rudy Reddinguis, 9443 E. Longden, both
members of the Science Club at Temple City High School, expressing
interest in serving on the Environmental Study Committee.
Mayor Merritt advised that after attending one meeting of the
committee the boys were desirous of continuing on the committee
and that he had therefore appointed them as members of the
committee. Council concurred in the appointments as outlined
by Mayor Merritt.
16. TIME FOR THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO SPEAK:
No one came forward.
17. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS:
A. Sister City Visitors
Councilman Gilbertson and Mayor Merritt reported on visitors
from Sister City, Magdalena de Kino, and activities in
connection with their visit during the Camellia Festival.
B Proposed Modifications - Ped. Mall #2. Lot #5. Parking Dist. #3.
Councilman Gilbertson advised that since the last meeting
of the Council he had visited the location of the furniture
store owned by A. W. Driver, 9611 Las Tunas Drive, to review
aspects in connection with the request to secure access across
the pedestrian mall into his building. He advised that he
would like to have the matter reviewed for possible modifica-
tion since the request had been denied. City Attorney
Martin advised that a motion to reconsider the matter by
Councilman Gilbertson would be in order, since he had
previously opposed it. Councilman Gilbertson moved that the
Council reconsider the denial of the permit to A. W. Driver
to cross over the pedestrian mall into his building located
at 9611 Las Tunas Drive, and for staff to prepare for Council
consideration at their next regular meeting, a proposed list of
conditions to insure safety to pedestrians, and to minimize
misuse of the pedestrian mall sidewalk. The motion was seconded
by Councilman Tyrell and carried.
Council Minutes, March 2, 1971 - Page 5
C. Plaque - Sister City
Mayor Merritt suggested that the Sister City Committee
pursue the matter of a Plaque to be presented to Magdalena
de Kino on their own, and contributed an amount of $5.00 toward
this goal.
D. Nuisance Complaint - 6156 Rosemead
Planning Director Dragicevish reported that the complaint of
Mr. Oakley, 6156 Rosemead, relative to nuisance problems next
door to his residence, had been taken care of and that Mr.
Oakley was satisfied.
E. Appointment of Sales Agent - Excess Property
City Attorney Martin presented a draft of a.letter to Colwell
Banker to appoint this firm as exclusive sales agent for the
purpose of marketing excess property of the city, for approval.
Councilman Tyrell moved to approve the draft, seconded by
Councilman Gilbertson and carried.
F. California Contract Cities Conf. - Apr. 22 -25, 1971.
City Manager Koski reported that the Contract Cities Conference
was scheduled for April 22 -25, 1971, at the Riviera Hotel in
Palm Springs and requested authroization for Council, Commission
and administrative staff attendance, and to set up reservations.
Councilman Tyrell moved to approve, seconded by Mayor Merritt
and unanimously carried.
G. Conditional Use Permit Regulations
City Manager-Koski provided copies of an opinion by the City
Attorney relative to Conditional Use Permit regulations for
service statiohs for Council review.
H. Cable TV - Franchise Application
An application submitted by Theta Cable of California for a
community antenna television system franchise was received by
the Council. Mr. John Powell of the cable franchise organization
was present and presented slides describing the service that
would be provided. The matter was referred to further study
and consideration.
18.. .ADJOURNMENT:
Councilman Gilbertson moved to adjourn at 9:47 p.m., seconded
by Councilman Harker and carried, Next regular meeting will be
held on Tuesday, March 16, 1971, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council
Chambers of the City Hall.
MAYOR
ATTEST:
C1fie' Deputy City Clerk