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COUNCIL MINUTES
MAY 18 1971
INITIATION:
1. Mayor Gilbertson called the regular meeting of the City Council
to order at 7:35 p.m.
2. The invocation was given by Elder Sorensen, Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter Day Saints, 6249 N. Kauffman Ave., Temple City.
3. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Mayor Gilbertson.
4. ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Councilmen- Briggs, Merritt, Tyrell, Gilbertson
ABSENT: Councilman- Harker
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Koski, City Attorney. Martin,
Planning Director Dragicevich, Parks & Recreation
Director Kobett
Councilman Briggs moved to excuse the absence of Councilman
Harker due to vacation, seconded by Councilman Merritt and
carried.
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Councilman Briggs moved to approve the minutes of the regular
meeting of May 4, 1971, as written. The motion was seconded
by Councilman Merritt and carried.
Councilman Merritt moved to approve the minutes of the Adjourned
Meeting of May 10, 1971, as written, seconded by Mayor
Gilbertson. The motion carried with Councilman Briggs abstaining.
Councilman Merritt moved to approve the minutes of the Adjourned
Meeting of May 14, 1971, as written, seconded by Mayor
Gilbertson. The motion carried, with Councilman Briggs abstaining.
At this point, Mayor Gilbertson paid recognition to Al Millham,
District 18 Administrator, California Little League Baseball; and the
Temple City American Little League, Dave Allen, President; and the
Temple City National Little League, Vic Riesau, President. Certificates
of appreciation were presented by the Mayor in recognition of the
fine contribution provided to the community through these organizations
with their many volunteer assistants.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
6. PUBLIC HEARING: 7:30 p.m. Re. Proposed Change of Zone from
R -1 to R -3, 5829- 33-37-41 Golden West Avenue (Res. 71- 413PC)
City Manager Koski advised that this matter had been set for
Public Hearing to consider the recommendation of the Planning
Commission for zone change of the described properties as set
forth in Resolution No. 71- 413PC, and that proper notice had
been sent.
Planning Director Dragicevich gave background information,
advising that the applicant for change of zone from R -1 to R -3
at 5829 N. Golden West Avenue, had been joined by property owners
of three R- 1: lots 'to the north, on the west side of Golden West
in the request for change of zone. He advised that the subject
properties are located near and adjacent to commercial uses and
that two of the lots concerned already have multiple residential
uses, and that the area is proposed for low medium density
development in the General Plan.
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Mayor Gilbertson declared the Public Hearing open and invited
those present who wished to speak in favor of the proposed
zone change to come forward.
Wm. Hadley, 5733 Kauffman, spoke in behalf of the applicant
Charles Jensen who was not able to be present. He stated that
it was not practical to develop the property as R -1 when it
was backed up to the congestion of the parking area of the new
medical building.
Mrs. Dorothy Jensen, 5813 Kauffman, and owner of the property
at 5829 GoldenWest,advised that the statements made in the applica-
tion for the zone change were st i l l" apropos, " and covered her
presentation.
No one else came forward to speak in favor of the zone change.
Mayor Gilbertson invited those opposed to come forward.
Lawrence R. Shuey, 5813 N. Kauffman, advised that his property
is 3 lots south of the subject property, and that he was
opposed to the rezoning because of the parking problems that
would be created even though there are certain requirements
as to parking spaces per dwelling unit, because the majority
of the apartment residents leave their cars on the street as
they come and go throughout the day, rather than utilize
the parking space provided. He also advised that this would
sandwich the other residences in too closely, since the lots
are only 50' wide.
Mr. Hadley spoke in rebuttal, that adequate parking would be
provided in accordance with the requirements established by 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 carried.
Following discussion as to the problems involved in the
rezoning of the property, that the development of the property
would cut off air and view from neighbors; that you would not
have the same zoning across the street, that whether the .property
is a good investment cannot be the basis for change of zoning,
that it must be based on the contiguous area, and that the property .
owner is not being denied a right, Councilman Briggs moved to adopt
Resolution No. 71 -1102 entitled, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY DISAPPROVING A CHANGE OF ZONE IN
ZONE CHANGE CASE NO. 71 -343. The motion was seconded by
Councilman Merritt and carried.
NEW BUSINESS:
7. SUBDIVISION TRACT NO. 29825. Re: Consideration of Final Map
Approval (Condominium 5530 -38 Welland Avenue)
City Manager Koski advised that the Council had previously
approved Tentative Tract Map No. 29825 for condominium at
5530 -38 N. Welland Avenue, and that this matter was now presented
for final approval.
Planning Director Dragicevich provided background information,
advising that this proposed subdivision would consist of a 20-
unit condominium project to be located at the eastern side of
Welland Street, north of Daines Drive, and that the conditions
referring to covenants and restrictions, and bonds for faithful
performance and for labor and material had been met, and work
agreements for the installation of sanitary sewers, and water
system had been executed. Councilman Merritt moved to approve
the Final Tract Map No. 29825; to accept the easements as offered
on said map; to approve and accept the work agreements as outlined
by memorandum dated May 14, 1971; and that pursuant to Section 11587(
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of the Subdivision Map Act, to find that the development of the
property in the manner set forth will not unreasonably interfere
with the free and complete exercise of the easement held by
the Southern California Water Company and to accept the map
without the signature of said easement holder. The motion was
seconded by Councilman Briggs and carried.
8. RECOMMENDATION FROM PLANNING COMMISSION - Meeting of May 11, 1971.
PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO TEMPLE CITY MUNICIPAL CODE Re. Zone
Classification for Water Wells and Related Facilities.
Planning Director Dragicevich advised that following Public
Hearing the Planning Commission passed Resolution No. 71 -418PC
recommending an amendment to the Temple City Municipal Code relating
to conditional use permits for water wells and related facilities
in residential zones, which action had been prompted by a
request received by the City to drill water wells, extract and
process water in a residential zone. He advised that with the
proposed amendment, exploration, extraction and processing of
water would be permitted in any zone. City Attorney Martin
advised that Ordinance No. 71 -328 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY OF TEMPLE CITY AMENDING SECTION 9202 (32) OF THE CITY OF
TEMPLE CITY MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO CONDITIONAL USES had
been prepared for Council consideration and that Public Hearing
had been set by the City Clerk for June 1, 1971, at 7:30 p.m.
pending ratification by the Council. Councilman Merritt moved
to waive further reading by title only, and to set Public Hearing
for June 1, 1971, at 7 :30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Briggs and carried.
9. RECOMMENDATIONS FROM TRAFFIC COMMISSION - Meeting of May 5, 1971
A. GARIBALDI TO HART - Reversal of Existing Stop Signs
City Manager Koski presented the recommendation from
the Traffic Commission to reverse existing boulevard
stop signs on Garibaldi at the east and west approaches
to Hart Avenue to Hart at the north and south approaches
to Garibaldi which was justified by the traffic
volume count by the Traffic Engineer.
After discussion it was moved by Councilman Briggs,
seconded by Councilman Tyrell and carried to
accept the recommendation of the Traffic Commission
as outlined by memorandum to the Council dated
May 7, 1971, with the exception of maintaining the
i rite rsect i on of Garibaldi Avenue at Hart as a 4 -way
stop for a three month period to provide an adjustment
period for the public.
B. KEY WEST AT DOREEN - Additional Regulations
City Manager Koski presented the recommendation
from the Traffic Commission regarding placement of
boulevard stop signs on Doreen at north and south
approaches to Key West, with stop and stop bar
pavement markings, to eliminate cross conflict of
vehicular traffic.
It was moved by Councilman Merritt, seconded by
Councilmen Tyrell and unanimously carried to
approve the recommendation of the Traffic Commission
as outlined in memorandum to the Council dated
May 7, 1971.
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C. ROSEMEAD BOULEVARD - Broadway to City Limits -
Modification of Speed Limit.
City Manager Koski presented the recommendation
from the Traffic Commission modifying the speed limit
on Rosemead Boulevard from the present 45 miles per
hour to 40 miles per hour from a point 80 feet north of
the centerline of Rancho Real Road to the southerly
city limits, based upon a recent speed zone survey
made on Rosemead Boulevard
It was moved by Councilman Tyrell, seconded by
Councilman Briggs and carried to approve the
recommendation of the Traffic Commission as outlined
in memorandum to the Council dated May 7, 1971.
10. RESOLUTION NO. 71 -1101: WARRANTS & DEMANDS in the Amount of
$110,648.54, Demand No.s 4086 thru 4152
It was moved by Councilman Merritt, seconded by Councilman
Briggs, and carried to adopt Resolution No. 71 -1101,
entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TEMPLE CITY ALLOWING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF
$110,648.54, DEMAND NOS. 4086 THRU 4152.
11. COMMUNICATIONS:
A. City Manager Koski presented a request from the
Performing Arts Booster Club of Temple City regarding
purchase of new uniforms for the Temple City. Rams
Marching Band. The communication was received and
further consideration will be given to this request
as Council reviews the proposed budget at the July
meeting of the City Council.
B. City Manager Koski presented a letter from Mr. John
R. Bertone, Owner of the Batting Cage at 9955 Lower
Azusa Road requesting review of the parking restriction
on Willmonte Avenue.
The Counci 1 referred the matter to the Traffic
Commission for further study and recommendation.
12. TIME FOR THOSE IN AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO SPEAK:
No one came forward.
13. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS:
A. Approval of Travel request and Expenses - City Treasurer
and Auditor
On motion of Councilman Merritt, seconded by Councilman
Tyrell, City Treasurer, Don Buchan and Deputy Treasurer
James File were designated as duly authorized officers
of the City, with full authority to represent the City
in accordance with Section 7056 of the Revenue and
Taxation Code, to examine the sales tax and use tax
records of the City which records are located in the
Offices of the State Board of Equalization, Sacramento,
California together with authorization for necessary
travel and subsistence in connection with the trip to
Sacramento to take place June 21 -22, 1971.
B. Picnic in the Park.
Council deferred the matter of date and planning
details for the Annual City Picnic to the Park to a
Study Session.
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C. City Entrance Sign.
City Manager Koski presented a proposed design for
raised concrete curb for recently relocated City
Entrance Sign, easterly of Muscatel on Las Tunas Drive.
Councilman Tyrell moved to approve the design as
presented, seconded by Councilman Briggs and carried.
D. Councilman Merritt inquired as to the progress of the
drive to obtain funds by Sister City organization to
place a plaque in Magdalena de Kino. Staff was directed
to contact the President of the Sister City group to
determine the status of this project.
E. Councilman Tyrell expressed a desire for a meeting with
the new school board, three of whom have not yet been
seated, if such was feasible, to discuss areas of fiscal
responsibility. Staff was directed to see what
arrangements could be made.
F. Councilman Tyrell suggested Monte Corona Conference
Center in the San Bernardino Mountains as a possible
location for proposed City seminar.
G. Mayor Gilbertson advised that he had met with the four
young men who operate the DSA radio station. He stated
they are proposing to serve as a training ground for
visually handicapped which was most commendable.
H. Mayor Gilbertson advised that in accordance with the
desire of the Council at a previous meeting, that he
had been in contact with Mayors of other cities in
the San Gabriel Valley and that a formal meeting would
be set up in the near future to discuss the possible
formation of a new county. Further discussion ensued
as to the increasing cost of County government and the
proposed increase in tax rate.
14. ADJOURNMENT:
Councilman Tyrell moved to adjourn at 9:10 p.m., seconded
by Councilman Briggs and carried. Next regular meeting of
the Council will be held on Tuesday, June 1, 1971, at
7 :30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the City Hall.
ATTE T:
C ief Deputy City Clerk_