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HomeMy Public PortalAboutCity Council_Minutes_1971-09-07_Regular 1971CITY OF TEMPLE CITY COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 7, 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 Elder Sorensen, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Temple City Ward, 6249 Kauffman Avenue. 3. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Mayor Gilbertson. 4. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Councilmen - Harker, Merritt, Tyrell, Gilbertson ABSENT: Councilmen- Briggs ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Koski, City Attorney Martin, Planning Director Dragicevich, Parks and Recreation Director Kobett, Administrative Assistant Biel, Civil Engineering Assistant Linares. Councilman Tyrell moved to excuse the absence of Councilman Briggs for cause, seconded by Councilman Merritt and carried. 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: On motion of Councilman Harker, seconded by Councilman Tyrell, the minutes of the regular meeting of August 3, 1971, were approved as printed, Councilman Merritt abstaining. On motion of Councilman Tyrell, seconded by Councilman Harker, the minutes of the regular meeting of August 17, 1971, were approved as printed. At this point Mayor Gilbertson paid recognition to Robyn Sharp, a student from Temple City High School, who had recently been crowned 1971 Junior Miss Majorette of America, national junior baton twirling champion. He noted that her accomplishments brought recognition to the City and commended her for her dedication and skill. The Mayor and Council were presented with license plate frames by Harvey Henry, Vice President, Performing Arts Boosters Club, to kick off a solicitation effort in behalf of new uniforms for the Temple City High Rams Marching Band. Members of the Council contributed to the project, urging the residents of the City to support the group in this worthy effort. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: 6. PUBLIC HEARING: 7:30 p.m. Proposed C -1 Retail Commercial Zone. City Manager Koski presented background information, advising that proper notice had been made to call the public hearing. He advised that the C -1 Retail Commercial Zone, would include and promote primarily retail establishments in a designated area; and existing non - conforming uses would be permitted to stay in the area, subject to the status of nonconforming uses. The suggested C -1 zone, with public parking districts and pedestrian malls, would cause a more intensive retail development and attract other similar businesses to the area. The proposed resolution referring to C -1, Retail Commercial Zone, consists of two parts, (a) establishment of C -1 zone with a list of permitted uses, and (b) a change of zone from C -2, General Commercial, to C -1, Retail Commercial, for properties fronting upon Las Tunas Drive, between Oak and Kauffman Avenues. He advised that other commercial businesses, not listed in proposed C -1 zone, would also be permitted, provided they are not located on the main or ground floor of the building. Council Minutes, September 7, 1971 - Page 2 City Manager Koski further advised that Interim Ordinance No. 71-318, extended by Ordinance No. 71 -322, established a new C -1 exclusive commercial zone in the City to April 21, 1972, pending further studies and recommendations by the Planning Commission. Following a.series of public hearings with the Planning Commission and meetings with a special study committee of the Chamber of Commerce, the Planning Commission had adopted Resolution No. 71 -420, recommending to the City Council an amendment to the zoning code to create a C -1 Retail Commercial Zone, and change of zone from C -2 to C -1 of the properties within the designated area. Mayor Gilbertson declared the Public Hearing open. Councilman Merritt moved to make the Planning Commission proceedings a part of the record for this hearing, all Councilmen being familiar with the content of the record. The motion was seconded by Councilman Harker and carried. City Attorney Martin .advised that this was a dual type of hearing, to consider the text and mapping, and that both matters were debatable and subject to the hearing this evening. The proposed area was described by Planning Director Dragicevich by use of exhibit. He advised that the proposed Planning Commission recommendation would exclude in C -1 zones, wholesale business establishments, any enterprise which produces dust, gas, smoke, etc., and billboard, and that standard development for C -1 would be the same as C -2 as far as site, height, setbacks, etc., were concerned. Mayor Gilbertson advised that while all previous testimony from the Planning Commission was now part of the record, those who wished to speak for or against the matter could speak again if they wished to do so, and invited those who wished to speak in favor to come forward. A. L. Nunamaker, 9549 E. Las Tunas (Cool's Candies), stated that this has been a long time coming, and that the proposal was in the best interest of the City, even though some persons would be hurt. Wes Nunamaker, 5343 Cloverly, a member of the Board of Directors of the Chamber of Commerce and the Study Committee for this proposal, stated that the only way we are going to maintain a business district, is by putting some kind of restriction on new business; that if you don't restrict a confined area to retail type of business, eventually it will be broken up to such a point that we will not be able to operate. Albert Anspach,.9565 Las Tunas Drive (Lieberg's), stated that the business community is dependent on foot traffic to bring customers to the doors, and that any businesses that might wish to come into town take a foot traffic count to determine if the concentration of business will bring in customers. Dominic Mortellaro, 9629 -31 Las Tunas Drive (Dominic's Shoes) a member of the Chamber of Commerce Study Committee, also spoke for the need of more foot traffic for walk _in`.busi`n'ess, He advised that he was in favor of the entire 5- block area in order to provide for development. Council Minutes, September 7, 1971- Page 3 Speaking in opposition: J. W. Parkhurst, Finance Officer of American Legion Post 279, 9522 Las Tunas Drive, advised that the building owned by the American Legion at 9522 Las Tunas would have a non- conforming rental and requested to have this location excluded from the area. Ed Shanick, representing the West Coast Karate Association, 9506 Las Tunas Drive, remarked on the inconsistency of being allowed to remain as a non - conforming use indefinitely by staying in the location presently occupied, however not being permitted to relocate the same business in .an .adjacent property for which they previously negotiated a lease but which has now expired. A letter from Mrs. Zelma Cook, owner of property at 9518 -9520 Las Tunas Drive under consideration for lease by West Coast Karate Association was received, opposing inclusion of this block in the proposed C -1 zone. Matthew English, Chamber of Commerce Manager, reported that the efforts of the Chamber and the Study Committee had been concentrated in doing the job they had been asked to do, and assisted in the proposal that went to the Planning Commission. He advised that in addition to official mailing sent out by the City notifying property owners of the hearings, that the Chamber had assisted in notifying tenants of the properties. The only letter of protest being received from a property owner was that from Mrs. Cook. He advised that the only posi- tion taken by the Board of Directors of the Chamber was to recommend on the uses that would be appropriate for the 5 block area. Carl Ludlow, 9615 E. Las Tunas Drive (Stoppel's) spoke to the urgency to adopt an ordinance now, to prevent property tax on homes which is already overtaxed. He advised that businesses which would not bring in revenue for the City are waiting out the moratorium and plan to locate offices in the downtown area, and that he supported the proposed change of zone from C -2 to C -1 as recommended by the Planning Commission. Vern Newton, 9519 -21 Las Tunas Drive (an office rental property), expressed concern for the use of his property in the event he would sell the property. He was advised that the property either could be used for uses permitted in C -1 zone, or that it would become non - conforming use which would not be abated unless abandoned under the ordinance as presently written. Councilman Merritt moved to close the Public Hearing, seconded by Councilman Harker and carried. In closed dicsussion, Councilman Harker reported on the long effort that had been put forth in formulating a master plan and consideration of development of the downtown area, beginning in 1962, and the various committees for community action which had functioned, and that the adoption of this proposed zone change will provide an opportunity to get some control and was a step in the right direction, even though the 39 potential retail uses or multiples of uses may need some further description. Councilman Merritt stated that while certain types of businesses which would be permitted under Section B on other than the ground floor might not seem apropos, yet there are many second floor photo studios, barber shops, beauty shops and even restaurants which have adapted to this type of use. He expressed the need to reach a decision well in advance of the February deadline. Council Minutes, September 7, 1971 - Page 4 Mayor Gilbertson stated that since the Council had agreed on community redevelopment as a priority item he would urge adoption of an ordinance as proposed and recommended by the Planning Commission with the assistance of the Chamber of Commerce, particularly in view that the abatement clause precludes any damage to existing businesses. Councilman Tyrell stated that there was no doubt but that there was some need for control of the downtown area, but that certain types of uses had been overlooked which could have vital bearing on the businesses concerned, and that he did not wish to see a poorly written ordinance. City Attorney Martin summarized the discussion, advising that the Council may wish to instruct the City Attorney to prepare an ordinance based on the discussion and on Planning Commission Resolution No. 71- 410PC, to be forwarded to the Council for final study and to bring to the Council meeting of September 21, 1971 as an :agenda item; and to refer to the Planning Commission for concurrence, a new subsection D, explaining or broadening the three primary words, "products," "at retail" and "new," so that "products" includes some services such as music lessons, sewing lessons, demonstrations, etc., "new" includes incidental use,: and " retail" includes incidental wholesale, Light manufacturing or repair. City Manager Koski advised that staff would also prepare °a more extensive -list of typical retail businesses and present them for inclusion in the ordinance as proposed. Councilman Tyrell moved that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare an ordinance as outlined, to be referred to the Planning Commission for recommendation .at.Planning Commission Meeting of September 14, 1971, and to be considered by the Council at its next regular meeting of September 21, 1971, the motion was seconded by Councilman Harker and carried. Z. PUBLIC HEARINGS:. 7:30 p.m. Street Improvements - Curb, gutter and driveway approaches pursuant to Chapter 27 of Streets and Highways Code. A. SULTANA AVENUE: BETWEEN BROADWAY AND LAS TUNAS DRIVE City Manager Koski advised that petitions for street improvements had been received for Sultana Avenue, east and west sides, representing more than 60% of the property owners requesting the installation of curbs, gutters and driveway approaches, and that monies have been budgeted for this work in fiscal year 1971-72. Mayor Gilbertson declared the public hearing open. Mrs. Grace Nickles, 5534 N. Sultana, present in the audience, protested the improvement since black top shoulders were presently in existence at her residence, and she did not wish to take on the further expense. George G. Lawrence, owner of property at 5529 and 5539 N. Sultana, who was not present, had forwarded a letter stating that he was not in favor of the project. No others spoke on the matter. Councilman Tyrell moved to close the public hearing, to find the work in the public interest and to instruct the Superintendent of Streets to cause the work to be done. The motion was seconded by Councilman Harker, and carried. Council Minutes, September 7, 1971 - Page 5 B. VAL STREET: GOLDEN WEST TO 390° ± WESTERLY City Manager Koski advised that petitions for street improvements had been received for Val Street, north and south sides, Golden West to 3908 ± westerly, representing more than 60% of the property owners requesting the installation of curbs, gutters and driveway approaches, and that monies have been budgeted for this work in fiscal year 1971 -72. Mayor Gilbertson declared the public hearing open and invited those present who wished to speak on the matter to come forward. No one came forward. Councilman_ Harker moved to close the public hearing, to find the work in the public interest and to instruct the Superin- tendent of Streets to cause the work to be done. The motion was seconded by Councilman Merritt and carried. 8. ORDINANCE NO. 71 -336: 2nd read. Re. Revisions to Civil Defense Ordinance. City Attorney Martin presented Ordinance No. 71 -336 entitled AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY REPEALING SECTION 2725 -2733 OF THE TEMPLE CITY MUNICIPAL CODE AND ADOPTING NEW SECTIONS 2725 -2736 IN PLACE THEREOF, RELATING TO EMERGENCY ORGANIZATION, for second reading by title only. Councilman Tyrell moved to waive further reading and adopt, seconded by Councilman Harker and carried. 9. ACCEPTANCE OF RESTORATION OF 'DRILL SITE - LIVE OAK PARK City Manager Koski advised that the Standard Oil core hole drill site at Live Oak Park had now been restored, and that the turf had now been established equal to the adjacent area, recommending that the bond now be released. Councilman Harker moved to accept the restoration of the site as recommended, and to release the bond since all conditions had been met, seconded by Councilman Merritt and carried. NEW BUSINESS: 10. OFFER TO PURCHASE SURPLUS PARKING. METERS. City Manager Koski advised that an offer had been received from Donill Enterprises, Van Nuys, to purchase surplus parking meters at $3.50 each. Councilman Merritt moved to approve the sale of the parking meters as outlined, retaining approximately 20 meters for local citizens to purchase as souvenirs, thereby alleviating the need for storage of the surplus meters, seconded by Mayor Gilbertson and carried. 11. NOTICE OF COMPLETION: Street Improvements (curb, gutter and driveway approaches, pursuant to Chapter 27 of the Streets and Highways Code) - PERSIMMON AVENUE and FAIRVIEW AVENUE. City Manager Koski advised that Krelle & Lewis,. Engineers, have reported satisfactory completion of street improvements on Persimmon Avenue, east and west side, Grand Avenue to Lower Azusa Road, and Fairview Avenue, north and south sides, Persimmon Avenue to Arcadia Wash, recommending acceptance of work. Councilman Harker moved to accept work completed under agreement with B & T Construction Co. of Baldwin Park, to authorize filing Notice of Completion with County Recorder, and to authorize release of 10% retention at the completion of 35 -day lien period in the amount of $1,933.06, seconded by Councilman Merritt and carried. Council Minutes, September 7, 1971 - Page 6 12. SET PUBLIC HEARING: ASSESSMENTS - Re. Street Improvements (curb, gutter and driveway approaches, pursuant to Chapter 27 of Streets and Highways Code - PERSIMMON AVENUE and FAIRVIEW AVENUE. Councilman Tyrell moved to set Public Hearing to confirm and levy assessment for street improvements, Persimmon Avenue, east and west side, Grand Avenue to Lower Azusa Road, and Fairview Avenue, north and south sides, Persimmon Avenue to Arcadia Wash, for Tuesday, September 21, 1971, at 7:30 p.m, in the Council Chambers of the City Hall. Motion seconded by Councilman Harker and carried. 13. RECOMMENDATIONS FROM TRAFFIC COMMISSION - Meeting of August 4, 1971. A. TOPICS URBAN FUNDS: Re. Resolution from Metropolitan Transportation Engineering Board. City Manager Koski advised that the Traffic Commission recommended adoption of a resolution drafted by the Metropolitan Transportation Engineering Board with respect to the adminis- tration of TOPICS and Urban Funds, to be forwarded to State and Federal representatives. Councilman Merritt moved to approve and to adopt Resolution No. 71 -1129 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY REQUESTING THE STATE DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS TO UTILIZE TOPICS AND URBAN BUNDS ON STATE HIGHWAYS, seconded by Councilman Harker and carried. B. REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO MAINTAIN EXISTING AND /OR INSTALL AND.MAINTAIN.NEW DIRECTIONAL AND TRAFFIC CONTROL SIGNS WITHIN LOCAL JURISDICTIONS. City Manager Koski advised that the Traffic Commission recommended granting authorization to the State Division of Highways to maintain existing, or install and maintain new directional and traffic control signs in or along streets within the City of Temple City, as requested by. State Division of Highways in letter dated July 1, 1971. Councilman Tyrell moved to approve, seconded by Councilman Harker, and carried. 14. RECOMMENDATIONS FROM TRAFFIC COMMISSION - Meeting of September 1, 1971 A. LOWER AZUSA ROAD, North side, West of Wi1lmonte Avenue - Request for Additional Restrictions. City Manager Koski advised that in order to alleviate a site obstruction caused by parked cars between driveways at 9913 and 9925 Lower Azusa Road, that red curb markings be painted from 9925 Lower Azusa Road to a point 30 feet easterly, and between the driveways of the locations, an approximate dis- tance of 15 feet. Councilman Tyrell moved to approve, seconded by Councilman Merritt and carried. B. CAMELLIA AVENUE, WOODRUFF TO WORKMAN AVENUE - Parking Commission Request to Rescind Two -hour Parking Restrictions. City Manager Koski advised that pursuant to Parking Commission request, the Traffic Commission had conducted a survey of property owners affected on Camellia Avenue, and that the Commission recommended retaining the two -hour parking restric- tion according to the wishes of the property owners. I t was noted that only two property owners on the west side were opposed to permitted parking and Council considered the elimina- tion of the restriction on this side. Parking Commissioner Nunamaker, present in the audience, stated that opening up one side for additional parking would do much to relieve the situation. Councilman Merritt moved to approve the elimination of the two -hour parking restriction on the west side of Camellia, between mall parking lot and Woodruff Avenue, seconded by Councilman Harker and carried. Council Minutes, September 7, 1971 - Page 7 C. DAINES DRIVE AT GOLDEN WEST AVENUE - Request for Traffic Regulations. City Manager Koski advised that Traffic Commission recommended that 50' of single solid yellow centerline striping be painted on Daines Drive and on Golden West to provide necessary guidance for vehicular traffic and aid in abating vehicles cutting corners at this intersection. It was so moved by Councilman Tyrell, seconded by Councilman Merritt and carried. D. TEMPLE CITY BOULEVARD, east side g,: north of Las Tunas Drive- Bus Zone Marking. City Manager Koski advised that Traffic Commission recommended that red curb markings be placed on the east side of Temple City Boulevard, north of Las Tunas Drive, within the RTD bus zone, to be placed by the Rapid Transit District at no cost to the City. Councilman Merritt moved to approve, seconded by Councilman Tyrell and carried. 15. RECOMMENDATIONS FROM PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION - Meeting of September 1, 1971. REQUEST FOR USE OF TEMPLE CITY 'PARK - Temple City Family YMCA - Saturday, October 2, 1971 - 12 noon. to 6 p.m. Recreation Director Kobett advised that the Parks and Recreation Commission recommended approval of the request from Temple City Family Young Men's Christian Association for use of Temple City Park for purposes of a Rally, subject to conditions as outlined in memorandum dated September 2, 1971, including insurance naming the City additionally insured. Councilman Merritt moved to approve, subject to conditions outlined, seconded by Councilman Tyrell and carried. 16. APPEALS - OVERNIGHT PARKING PERMITS: A. Application of Richard Cooke, 6244 Temple City Boulevard. An appeal was received from Richard Cooke, 6244 Temple City Boulevard, on the denial by the Traffic Commission for overnight parking permit. City Manager Koski advised that the Traffic Commission has found that the applicant has two vehicles and one garage space, however the garage is being used for storage of tools and equipment related to his trade. Richard Cooke, present in the audience, spoke relative to the need to store his tools in the garage area. He was advised by Council that parking restrictions were enacted to minimize the number of automobiles parked on the streets overnight, and that the criteria had been established whereby garage space must be uti 1 ized for storage of vehicles before overnight parking permits can be granted for additional vehicles. Councilman Tyrell moved to deny since there was no basis to grant a permit, seconded by Councilman Harker and carried. B. Application of Martin Bragg, 10604 East Olive. An appeal was received from Martin Bragg, 10604 East Olive, on the denial by the Traffic Commission for overnight parking permit. City Manager Koski advised that storage of equipment used in the applicant's trade was the basis for denial by the Traffic Commission. Councilman Harker moved to deny since there was no basis to grant a permit, seconded by Councilman Tyrell and carried. Council Minutes, September 7, 1971 - Page 8 C. Application of Michael Tkach, 6028 Avon Avene (2nd Request) An appeal was received from Michael Tkach, 6028 Avon Avenue, as a second request, the first request having been returned to the Traffic Commission for review and again denied. City Manager Koski advised that the Traffic Commission had found sufficient space on the premises of the applicant to park three cars; and the occasional need to park a truck can be served with a temporary permit, and that the criteria was not met for granting a permit. Councilman Merritt moved to deny the request, seconded by. Councilman Tyrell and carried. 17. EMPLOYMENT OF PERSONNEL: A. RESOLUTION NO. 71 -1126 - Maintenance Man - Dennis Severloh Councilman Tyrell moved to adopt Resolution No. 71 -1126 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY APPOINTING PERSONNEL, seconded by Councilman Harker and carried. B. RESOLUTION NO. 71 -1127 - Administrative Assistant- Leonard Biel. City Manager Koski introduced Leonard Biel, Administrative Assistant, who had been with the staff since September 2, 1971. Councilman Tyrell moved to adopt Resolution No. 71 -1127 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY APPOINTING PERSONNEL, Seconded by Councilman Merritt and carried. 18. RESOLUTION NO. 71 -1128: WARRANTS & DEMANDS, Demand Nos. 4546 thru 4711, in the amount of $158,642,17. Councilman Tyrell moved to adopt Resolution No. 71 -1128, entitled A RESOLUTION. OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY ALLOWING CLAIMS AND .DEMANDS .IN THE SUM. OF $158,642.17, DEMAND NOS. 4546 THRU 4711, seconded by Councilman Harker and carried. 19. COMMUNICATIONS: A. Camellia Festival Committee - Request to hold 28th Annual Camellia Festival and Parade, February 25, 26, & 27, 1972. City Manager Koski presented request from C.L. Clark, II, General Chairman for 28th Annual Camellia Festival of Temple City, for use of Temple City Park,and numerous items, such as bleachers, painting blue line on Las Tunas, as described in letter dated July 30, 1971. Councilman Harker moved to approve seconded by Councilman Merritt and carried. B. Temple City Host Lions - Request to place Banners for White Cane Days, October 1 and 2, 1971. City Manager Koski presented a request from Temple City Host Lions, dated August 13, 1971, requesting permission to erect a banner on Las Tunas Drive for White Can Days, October 1 & 2, 1 9 7 1 . I t was noted that a portion of the request was for assistance from the Public Works Department to erect the banner, which assistance was not available. Councilman Tyrell moved to grant permission for placement of a banner at the intersection of Temple City Boulevard and Las Tunas Drive, for the period specified, subject to insurance requirements, seconded by Councilman Merritt and carried. C. Kenneth & Laura Coles - Re. Request to change - zoning for child care homes to allow 10 childrenin R -1 zone. On motion of Councilman Tyrell, seconded by Councilman Merritt and carried a request from Kenneth and Laura Coles to consider a change of zoning to allow 10 children in child care homes in R -1 zones was referred to the Planning Commission. Council Minutes, September 7, 1971 - Page 9 D. Mrs. H. Cameron- Re. Objectionable noise from power pole. A communication was received from Mrs H. Cameron, 9916 E. Garibaldi, advising of noise disturbance which kept her awake at night, caused by high voltage wires, which problem had existed since the relocation of street lighting facilities. Mrs. Cameron, present in the audience, presented reports from her doctor as to the acuteness of her hearing and discussed the problem generally. City Manager Koski advised that the Southern California Edison Company has reviewed the problem and has indicated that they are willing to relocate their facilities from its present location to a pole located at the intersection of Rowland and Woodruff Avenues, if the City would likewise relocate its feed points for underground street lighting circuits, estimated cost for which is approximately $400. Councilman Merritt moved to approve the expenditure of City funds as outlined, to cooperate with the Edison Company in relocating the City's street light facilities., seconded by Councilman Harker and carried. 20. TIME FOR THOSE IN AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO SPEAK: There were none. 21. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS: A. Mayor Gilbertson reported on Interim Study Report presented by the Mayor's Committee of San Gabriel and Pomona Valleys, which had been mailed to mayors of the cities throughout the valleys. In discussion of the report, City Attorney Martin was instructed to prepare a resolution supporting the proposal of creating a City- County of Los Angeles with approximately 3 million persons, and dividing the balance of 4 million into four separate county jurisdictions of about 1 million each, similar to that adopted by the City of South Pasadena, for consideration by the Council at their next regular meeting to be held September 21, 1971. B. Mayor Gilbertson presented material relative to the need to support local law enforcement agencies in their efforts to combat crime, stating that it was an effort in the right direction. C. City Picnic - September 18, 1971. City Manager Koski advised that details of the City Picnic were being finalized and requested a brief study session following the meeting to complete plans. D. City Manager Koski advised that American Field Service request for use of City Hall for travel shows has been withdrawn since facilities of the school district were found to be available and the use of the City Hall was no longer required. The City Attorney had previously indicated that he would recommend against the City establishing a policy of making the Council Chambers available to groups for fund raising purposes, or commitments of the facilities for specific dates which may conflict with the use of facilities for conducting City business; that other private and public facilities are avail- able in the community; and that Council Chambers should be available for the primary purpose of conducting public business as and when the need arises. E. CATV Franchise. City Manager Koski advised that three bids for CATV franchise had been received by the deadline of 5 p.m. on August 31, and that a report and recommendations would be prepared and presented to the Council. F. City Manager Koski advised that reconstruction of the area damaged by fire at Live Oak Park had been completed in a satisfactory manner by Frank Elms Construction Company, Inc. Councilman Tyrell moved to approve payment in the amount of $3,046.85 to Frank Elms Contruction Company, and $165.21 to Temple City Glass and Mirror Company upon receipt of invoice. Council Minutes, September 7, 1971 - Page 10 G. League of California Cities Conference - Sept. 25 -29, 1971. City Manager Koski requested authorization to prepare advance warrants for 9 persons attending the League of California Contract Cities Conference in San Francisco, September 25 -29, 1971. Councilman Tyrell moved to approve, seconded by Councilman Harker and carried. H. Emergency Employment Act. City Manager Koski advised that necessary papers for transmittal to the County requesting proportionate share of funds in the amount of $36,000 for hiring unemployed residents of the community during period ending June 30, 1972, had been completed, and presented the program as outlined to the Council. Councilman Merritt moved to confirm the transmittal and to support the program in principle, seconded by Councilman Tyrell and carried. Conference Attendance. 1) Councilman Tyrell moved to approve the request of Parks & Recreation Director Kobett to attend Parks & Recreation Institute, November 7 -12, 1971, at Asilomar, with attendant expenses paid, as outlined in memorandum dated September 2, 1971, seconded by Councilman Harker and carried. 2) Councilman Tyrell moved to approve the attendance of City Manager Koski at ICMA Conference, Hollywood, Florida, November 4 -11, 1971, with attendant expenses for transportation, food and lodging for 7 days and registration authorized, as outlined in memorandum dated September 3, 1971, seconded by Councilman Harker and carried. J. Potential Development of Rosemead Boulevard. City Manager Koski presented a report on the potential development of Rosemead Boulevard. Mayor Gilbertson directed the request to the Planning Commission to commence an immediate study of potential commercial development of Rosemead Boulevard and contiguous area, and submit a recommended plan of action to include a moratorium in the designated study area if necessary. K. Economic Development Seminar- October 14 -15, 1971, Palm Desert. Mayor Gilbertson advised that he had received several communications relative to the Economic Development Seminar to be held in Palm Desert, October 14 -15, 1971, and that the City had been requested to send a representative. Councilman Merritt indicated that he would serve as the Mayor's representative to this seminar sponsored by the California Contract Cities association in conjunction with the State Chamber of Commerce and was so appointed. 22. ADJOURNMENT: On motion of Councilman Gilbertson, seconded by Councilman Harker, the meeting adjourned to a Study Session at 11 :00 p.m. Next regular meeting of the City Council will be held on Tuesday, September 21, 1971, at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the City Hall. ATTEST: Deputy Cit Clerk