HomeMy Public PortalAboutCity Council_Minutes_1971-06-15_Regular 1971CITY OF TEMPLE CITY
COUNCIL MINUTES
JUNE 15, 1971
INITIATION:
1. Mayor Gilbertson called the regular meeting of the City Council
to order at 7:40 p.m.
2. The invocation was given by the Reverend Blaine Bender,
Reorganized Church of Christ of Latter Day Saints, 9458 Broadway,
Temple City.
3. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Mayor Gilbertson.
4. ROLL CALL:
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
ALSO PRESENT:
Councilmen-Briggs, Harker, Merritt, Tyrell, Gilbertson
Councilmen -None
City Manager Koski, City Attorney Martin,
Planning. Director Dragicevich, Parks & Recreation
Director Kobett, Civil Engineering Assistant Linares
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Councilman Merritt called attention to an omission of a second to
motion, by Councilman Harker, on .item 17 of the minutes of
June 1, 1971. Following the correction, the minutes were
approved on motion of Councilman Briggs, seconded by Councilman
Harker and carried. Councilman Tyrell abstaining.
On motion of Councilman Harker, seconded by Councilman Merritt
and carried, Councilman Briggs abstaining, the minutes of the
Adjourned Meeting of June 3, 1971, were approved.
On motion of Councilman Merritt, seconded by Councilman Briggs
and carried, Mayor Gilbertson abstaining, the minutes of the
Adjourned Meeting of June 10, 1971, were approved.
At this point, Mayor Gilbertson paid recognition to Temple City Babe
Ruth League, Larry Smith, President; and Pony -Colt -Pinto League of
Temple City, Maury Willett, 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.
A plaque was presented to Janet Carr, Miss Temple City for 1970 -71,
in recognition of her year of service in representing the City at
numerous civic functions. Mayor Gilbertson expressed appreciation
for her dedication to the responsibilities of this honorary office
and for the additional credit brought to the City when she became
Orange Queen.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
6. PUBLIC HEARING (cont.) 7:30 p.m. Re. Proposed Amendment to
Temple City Municipal Code re. Outdoor Advertising Structures
and Nonconforming Uses.
Mayor Gilbertson advised that the public hearing on this
item had been held open in order to give additional review
to the matter involved.
City Manager Koski advised that pursuant to the recommendations of
the Council at their last regular meeting, the Planning Commission
had met and compiled a check list of standards to be used in zones
where outdoor advertising structures are permitted, provided a
conditional use permit is first obtained, which were submitted
to the Council. Planning Director Dragicevich stated that this
check list would be used merely as a ,guide to the Planning
Commission and staff, and that two of the three billboard companies
concerned were present at the Planning Commission meeting when
these recommendations were considered.
Council Minutes, June 15, 1971 - Page 2
Jay Kinqry, Pacific Outdoor Advertising, stated that the only
value that can be put on a billboard is the esthetic value,
and that personal viewpoints differed in this regard. He
advised that their outdoor advertising company and Foster and
Kleiser were amenable to accepting Conditional Use Permits for
any new signs that would be added; but that they did not expect
to take down the signs on Las Tunas in the 90 day proposed
period, that some legal avenue would be sought in this regard- -
that for existing signs he did not feel this was a fair
procedure unless there is a nuisance factor. The two companies
now have 34 signs, and after the three -year period there would
be 17 under the proposed ordinance.
Ed Sutherland, representing Kennedy Outdoor Advertising, stated
their company was supporting Pacific Outdoor Advertising Co. and
Foster and Kleiser.
No one else came forward to speak. Councilman Briggs moved to
close the Public Hearing, seconded by Councilman Merritt and
carried.
City Attorney Martin summarized the discussion and the proposal
of the outdoor advertising companies on which an ordinance would
be based as follows: there are presently 14 signs in the C -2
zone. In the CM and M zones, it is proposed in the future that
all new signs would require a Conditional Use Permit. As to the
existing signs., whatever number there are in CM and M zones, the
outdoor advertising companies would agree that these standards
should be applied, and if any are in violation, they would be
phased out in three years, otherwise, except for the phasing out,
no amortization of existing signs was acceptable to the outdoor
advertising companies. In C -2, any signs within 300' of
another sign would have to be removed, and no conditional use
permits would be requested in C -2 zones.
Councilman Merritt proposed a change in the requirement as to the
number of feet between signs to be 500', rather than 300',
for any new signs.
Councilman Tyrell disqualified himself from voting on the
matter because he was not present at the June 1, 1971 meeting
of the Council at which time Public Hearing was held.
Councilman Briggs moved to defer the final decision to the
next meeting of the City Council, seconded by Councilman Merritt
and unanimously carried.
7 RECOMMENDATIONS FROM THE TRAFFIC COMMISSION - Meeting of
June 2, 1971
A. TEMPLE CITY BOULEVARD. AT LONGDEN - Signal Modification.
City Manager Koski advised that the Traffic Commission recommended
modification of present operation of signal at Temple City
Boulevard at Longden, from flashing phase from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.
to full operation for 24 hours per day to minimize right -of -way
type violations. Councilman Merritt moved to approve as
recommended, seconded by Councilman Harker. In reviewing the
accident reports for this intersection, it was noted that the
accidents enumerated did not occur during the nighttime hours,
and the motion to approve was withdrawn with the consent of the
second. Councilman Merritt moved to put the intersection on
four -way flasher, which motion died for lack of a second.
Councilman Harker moved to leave the signal operation as is,
seconded by Councilman Briggs and carried, with Councilman
Merritt objecting.
Council Minutes, June 15, 1971 - Page 3
B. WILLMONTE AVENUE, NORTH OF LOWER AZUSA ROAD
City Manager Koski advised that the Traffic Commission recommended
(1) placing red curb marking on east side of Willmonte,
northerly from Lower Azusa Road for 35 feet; (2) rescinding
"No Parking Anytime" signs on east side of Willmonte, and
replacing with "No Parking 7 :00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m." from red
curb marking to north property line of vacant lot; and
(3) placing red curb marking on west side of Willmonte
Avenue, from first driveway northerly for 20 feet to alleviate
congestion at this intersection and to allow for adequate
visibility. Following extensive discussion by the Council it
was concurred that most residents in the area are satisfied as
it is presently restricted. George Swanson, 4908 Willmonte
spoke to the fact that petitions had previously been ciruclated
presenting a number of problems, and that the present restric-
tions had been helpful in relieving the problems.
Councilman Briggs moved to deny the recommendation of the
Traffic Commission, seconded by Councilman Merritt and
unanimously carried.
RECOMMENDATIONS FROM PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION - Meeting
of June 2, 1971.
A. WADING POOL PROJECT - Live Oak Park
Parks & Recreation Director Kobett presented the recommendation
from the Parks & Recreation Commission to accept a wading
pool from the Temple City Junior Woman's Club for Live Oak
Park, to be installed at no cost to the City. Specifications
for the pool which would be constructed by volunteer labor
under supervision of union craftsmen at estimated cost of
$2,200, were reviewed by the Council. Councilman Tyrell
discussed possible need for larger drain, or pump drain, to
speed up drainage should it be necessary to clean the pool during
hours of operation. Location of the pool adjacent to the
kiddie play area was agreed upon as excellent, being convenient
for supervision as well as close to sewer lines for reduced
costs in installing. Operating expenses of the pool for a
91 -day season were also reviewed.
Mrs. David Strombotne, Philanthropy Chairman, Junior Woman's'
Club of Temple City, spoke relative to the responsibilities
of that organization in undertaking the project and their
interest in completing the project.
Councilman Merritt moved to accept the offer with appreciation,
to approve the concept of the project, subject to final
details. The motion was seconded by Councilman Harker and
unanimously carried.
B. GLICKMAN AVENUE, BETWEEN BOGUE AND DAINES DRIVE - One Way.
City Manager Koski advised that the Parks & Recreation Commission
had recommended the closing of Glickman Avenue, however this
undertaking would prove quite costly, being estimated at
$11,500, and that the alternate recommendation was to make
Glickman a one -way street, north to south, with diagonal parking
provided on the east side of the street. Exhibits depicting
the proposed use of the area were presented and discussed.
Following discussion as to parallel parking on both sides, vs
angle parking as recommended, the number of spaces that would
be available and the site obstruction caused by angle parking,
it was moved by Councilman Tyrell, seconded by Councilman Briggs
and unanimously carried, that Glickman Avenue be converted to a
one -way street, north to south, with parallel parking on both sides;
and that proper caution and "No Entry" signs be installed, with
berms mid -way and at each end to control speed.
Council Minutes, June 15, 1971 - Page 4
9. RESOLUTION NO. 71 -1114: PROPOSED ANNUAL BUDGET FOR FY 1971 -72,
Councilman Tyrell moved to adopt Resolution No. 71 -1114 entitled.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE.. CITY
ADOPTING THE CITY BUDGET AND APPROPRIATING REVENUE OF THE
CITY FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 1971 -72, IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,2.86,074,00,
seconded by Councilman Merritt and unanimously carried.
10. RENEWAL OF AGREEMENTS:
A. Chamber of Commerce - 1 year.
City Manager Koski advised that the agreement currently in
effect between the City of Temple City and the Chamber of
Commerce expires on June 30, 1971, and that pursuant to the
1971 -72 budget, the allocation to the Chamber of Commerce
had been adjusted to a total of $16,000 from July 1, 1971 to
June 30, 1972. . A letter from the Chamber of Commerce, dated
June 15, 1971, indicated concurrence in the total budget,
however the disbursement of funds by the City to the Chamber
on an adjusted basis was requested, wherein the first six
months would continue at the present rate, with reduced payments
the remaining six months. Larry Woolverton, Chamber President,
also spoke in this regard. Councilman Briggs moved to
approve the extension of the agreement, with modifications in
monthly payments as outlined, however he wished to go on record
as having been opposed to the cut of this budget allocation
in the first place. The motion was seconded by Councilman
Merritt and unanimously carried.
B. Patti Bates (Public Relations Services) - 1 year
City Manager Koski advised that pursuant to the adopted
budget modifications in the allocation for public relations
services, the .proposed agreement provided -for : a total
payment of $4,000, for 12 months from July 1, 1971 to
June 30, 1972, for specified services on a twenty -four hour
per month basis, including the preparation of the City
Newsletter. Councilman Merritt moved to approve the
agreement and to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign,
seconded by Councilman Harker and unanimously carried.
11. ACCEPTANCE OF RESTORATION OF DRILL SITE - LIVE OAK PARK.
City Manager Koski advised that a letter had been received
from Krelle & Lewis advising that restoration of the drill
site area at Live Oak Park had been completed in a satisfactory
manner, however that due to the late seeding of bermuda grass
and low minimum temperatures, the grass had not yet germinated
and possible reseeding at a cost of approximately $150 may be
necessary. It was recommended that liability of Standard Oil
Company therefore be retained for a period of 60 days in order
to provide for complete restoration of the area. It was so
moved by Councilman Merritt, seconded by Councilman Briggs, and
unanimously carried.
12. ORDINANCE NO. 71 -330: 1st read. Re. Amendment to Fire Code
by adopting by Reference County Ordinance No. 10,251.
City Attorney Martin presented Ordinance No. 71 -330 entitled
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY AMENDING ORDINANCE
NO. 69-291 BY ADOPTING ORDINANCE NO. 10,251 OF THE COUNTY OF
LOS ANGELES BY REFERENCE. Councilman Tyrell moved to waive
further reading, and to set for Public Hearing on Tuesday,
July 6, 1971, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the
City Hall. The motion was seconded by. Councilman Harker and
unanimously carried.
Council Minutes, June 15, 1971 - Page 5
13. STREET IMPROVEMENTS: EL MONTE AVENUE, LIVE OAK TO LOWER
AZUSA ROAD (General Limits) - CASH CONTRACT No. 4767X
City Manager Koski advised that plans and specifications for
improvement of El Monte Avenue, Live Oak to Lower Azusa Road,
had been received from the County Road Department, together
with Engineer's Estimate of the work to be done, in the amount
of $129,257, of which $124,646 was for work in the City of
Temple City, and $4,611 was for work within the City of
Arcadia.
Councilman Merritt moved to approve plans and specifications,
to authorize advertising for and receiving of bids, and to
request grant of jurisdiction from the City of Arcadia.
The motion was seconded by Councilman Harker and unanimously
carried.
14. RESOLUTION NO. 71- 1112: EMPLOYMENT OF TEMPORARY PERSONNEL
Councilman Tyrell moved to adopt Resolution No. 71 -1112
entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TEMPLE CITY APPOINTING TEMPORARY"PERSONNEL, seconded by
Councilman Briggs and unanimously carried.
15. RESOLUTION NO. 71 -1113: WARRANTS AND DEMANDS. Demand Nos.
422.5 thru 4289 in the amount of $10,412.35.
Councilman Tyrell moved to adopt Resolution No. 71 -1113
entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE
CITY ALLOWING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $10,412.35,
DEMAND NOS. 4225 THRU 4289, seconded by Councilman Merritt
and unanimously carried.
16. COMMUNICATIONS:
There were none.
17. TIME FOR THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO SPEAK:
Mayor Gilbertson recognized Chamber of Commerce representatives
Carl Clark Sr., and Penny. Graham, present in the audience.
18. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS:
A. REQUEST FOR PERMIT TO SELL FIREWORKS - Temple City
Parents Committee- Class of 1972.
City Manager Koski advised that a late request had been
received for permit to sell fireworks from the 'Temple City
Parents Committee - Class of 1972, and that insurance and
other requirements for permit were in order. He advised that
Municipal Code Section 3115(b) provided that application
for fireworks stand permit shall be filed with the City
Manager on or prior to June 1 of each year, and the granting
of a permit would necessitate an amendment to the code.
William Benalack, President of the Temple City Parents Committee,
present in the audience, stated that his organization had
just changed officers a few weeks ago, and the deadline for
filing had not been brought to the attention of the new
officers, and that if the permit were not granted, the
necessary funds for the senior all -night party the next
year would be difficult to raise, leaving a problem of what
to do for these young people for this special event.
Council Minutes, June 15, 1971 - Page 6
At the request of Council, City Attorney Martin prepared
Ordinance No. 71 -331 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
TEMPLE CITY AMENDING SECTION 3115(b) RELATING TO FIREWORKS
PERMIT, extending the date from June 1 to June 14 for
filing applications, an urgency ordinance to become effective
immediately, which requires a 4/5 vote of the Council.
Councilman Merritt moved to waive further reading and adopt
seconded by Councilman Briggs. The motion carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen- Briggs, Harker, Merritt, Gilbertson
NOES: Councilman -None
ABSTAINING: Councilman - Tyrell
Councilman Briggs moved to approve the request for permit,
seconded by Councilman Harker and unanimously carried.
B. GARIBALDI AT HART - Modification of Regulations.
City Manager Koski advised that the Traffic Engineer had
requested Council review of their previous recommendation
for four -way stop at this location to provide an adjustment
period for the public. Traffic Engineer Envall was of the
opinion that constant changing of signing at an intersection
could cause more confusion, whereas the single change would be
more effective. Council concurred with the recommendation
of the Traffic Engineer, Councilman Briggs moved to remove
the 90 -day requirement for 4 -way stop as previously
established, seconded by Mayor Gilbertson and unanimously
carried.
C. TEMPLE CITY EMERGENCY RESERVE:
City Manager Koski advised that in order to qualify for
coverage under City liability insurance policy, it was
recommended that $1 per year be paid to each member as in
previous years. Councilman Harker moved to approve and to
authorize payment of $1 per year as outlined, to 12 members
of the Temple City Emergency Reserve, seconded by
Councilman Tyrell and unanimously carried.
19. ADJOURNMENT:
Mayor Gilbertson moved to adjourn to a personnel session at
10 p.m., seconded by Councilman Merritt and carried.
Following the personnel session, Council reconvened and
ratified the following appointments to Commissions:
PARKING COMMISSION Paul Kettle, Carl Clark, Sr., and
Al Nunamaker - two -year terms to
June 30, 1973. (Reappointments)
PARKS & RECREATION - William Walker, Everett Greenberg,
Frank Villar - two -year terms to
June 30, 1973. (Reappointments)
PLANNING COMMISSION - Tom Atkins, Robert Garvin - two -
year terms to June 30, 1973.
(Reappointments)
TRAFFIC COMMISSION - John Garver, Henry Stegmann -
two -year terms to June 30, 1973.
(Reappointments)
Richard Abraham - to fill vacancy of
unexpired term of Keith Corzine, to
June 30, 1972.
council Minutes - June 15, 1971 - Page 7
YOUTH COMMISSION
- Arthur L. Gaffrey - two,year term
to June 30, 1973, replacing Arnold
Gaffrey whose term expires June 30, 1971.
Gregory Stockdale - two -year term
to June 30, 1973, replacing Judy
Golden whose term expires June 30, 1971.
On mption.of Councilman Tyrell, seconded by. Councilman Briggs,
the meeting adjourned at 10:30 p.m.
Next regular meeting of the City Council will be held on Tuesday,
July 6, 1971, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the City
Hall.
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Clerk