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COUNCIL MINUTES
JULY 6,,1972'
INITIATION:
1. Mayor Briggs called the regular meeting of the City Council to
order at 7:35 p.m. on Thursday, July 6, 1972, the date having
been changed from the first Tuesday due to a holiday falling
thereon. The meeting was held in the Council Chambers of the
City Hall.
2. The invocation was given by Dr. James Webster, Pastor, First
Baptist Church of Temple City, 6207 N. Baldwin Avenue.
3. Mayor Briggs led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.
4. ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Councilmen - Dennis, Gilbertson, Tyrell, Briggs
ABSENT: Councilmen- Merritt
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Koski, City Attorney Martin, Civil
Engineering Assistant Linares, Planning Technician
Burnham, Administrative Assistant Biel.
Councilman Merritt arrived prior to item 11, and was present
for all subsequent items.
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
It was moved by Councilman Gilbertson, seconded by Councilman
Tyrell and carried to approve the minutes of the regular
meeting of June 20, 1972, as mailed.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
6. PUBLIC HEARING: 7:30 p.m. Re. Proposed Amendment to Temple
City Municipal Code Relating to Permitted Uses in C -2 and
M -1 Zones; Deletion of C -M Zone; and Rezoning of C -M Zone to C -3.
City Manager Koski presented background information relative
to proposed amendment to the Temple City Municipal Code relating
to permitted uses in C -2 and M -1 zones; deletion of C -M zone,
and rezoning of C -M zone to C-3, for which public hearing had
been set and duly noticed. He advised that the Planning
Commission had adopted Resolution No. 72 -462PC recommending
the proposed changes.
Mayor Briggs declared the public hearing open.
City Manager Koski advised the Council that permitted uses
currently listed under C -M are proposed to be distributed and
regrouped into C -2, General Commercial, M -1, Light Manufacturing,
and a new C -3, Heavy Commercial zone, and described the uses
that .would prevail in the new categories, all as noted in
memorandum dated June 28, 1972. He also advised that outdoor
advertising structures are proposed to be classified under M -1
category.
Mayor Briggs invited those present who wished to speak in favor
of the proposed change to come forward. No one came.
Mayor Briggs invited those present who wished to speak against
the proposed change to come forward.
Jay Kingry, Pacific Outdoor Advertising, 1740 Nerve, Los Angeles,
stated that the outdoor advertising sign companies were concerned
because the majority of their signs are in the proposed C -3 zone,
advising that they would like to have the privilege of being able
to remain until such time as development takes place, since their
abatement period is 3 years from September. - He stated that they
felt they were compatible with heavy commercial and requested that
they be included under a Conditional Use Permit in the C -3 and exist -
ing signs be grandfathered - in.until such time as it is developed.
Council Minutes, July 6, 1972 - Page 2
John Glynn, Foster &- Kleiser, 1550 W. Washington, Los Angeles,
stated that there had been a gentleman's agreement to remove
signs in C -2 zone in order to keep those in the C -M zone, and he
felt this was a breach of the agreement. Mayor Briggs advised
that there was no agreement, but an ordinance had been passed
requiring certain signs be removed.
No one else came forward to speak. Councilman Gilbertson moved
to close the Public Hearing, seconded by Councilman Dennis and
carried.
In closed discussion, concern was expressed relative to certain
categories of businesses, such as the use of acetylene tanks by
jewelers and other businesses, which may need further clarification.
Councilman Tyrell moved to defer action to the next meeting of the
Council pending further study in regard to classifications of
businesses.
RENEWAL OF AGREEMENT: Chamber of Commerce.
City Manager Koski advised that the recommendations being con-
sidered by the Chamber of Commerce had not been finalized at this
time. Council deferred action pending further report.
NEW BUSINESS:
8. RESOLUTION No. 72 -1214: Adopting a Salary Schedule and Pay Plan.
Councilman Tyrell moved to adopt Resolution No. 72 -1214 entitled
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY ADOPTING
A SALARY SCHEDULE AND PAY PLAN, seconded by Councilman Dennis and
carried.
III 9e RESOLUTION No. 72-1215: Compensation of City Attorney.
Councilman Gilbertson ,. moved to adopt Resolution No. 72-1215
entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY, COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE
CITY RELATING TO THE SALARY OF THE CITY ATTORNEY, seconded by
Councilman Tyrell and carried,
10. CABLE TELEVISION: Re. Endorsement of San Gabriel Valley Public
Cable Council. RESOLUTION No. 72 -1218.
City Manager Koski advised that the San Gabriel Valley Public Cable
Council, a coalition of interested municipal, educational and
community groups with whom our City staff had been meeting,
recommended adoption of a resolution endorsing the efforts of the
organization, and inviting active participation. It was the
recommendation of staff to endorse the program, but that until such
time as the Cable Council can provide a substantive program that a
commitment to active participation: may not be in the best interest
of the City. Councilman Tyrell moved to adopt Resolution No. 72 -1218
entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY
SUPPORTING AND ENCOURAGING THE PUBLIC SERVICE ENDEAVORS OF THE SAN
GABRIEL PUBLIC CABLE COUNCIL, which resolution omitted the phrase
"with its active participation," seconded by Councilman Gilbertson
and carried.
IIICouncilman Merritt entered the meeting prior to Item 11.
11. RECOMMENDATIONS FROM THE PARKING COMMISSION - Meeting of June 21, 1972.
PERMIT TO CROSS OVER PED -MALL lA - Zager -Smith Carpet Co.
City Manager Koski advised that the Parking Commission had reviewed
the matter of renewing the agreement to permit Zager -Smith Carpet
Co, to cross over pedestrian mall IA for the purpose of loading and
unloading commercial delivery vehicles, and finding no detrimental
effects recommended renewal of the agreement, subject to maintaining
the ramp in a safe condition, and other conditions of the agreement.
Councilman Gilbertson moved to approve, subject to liability require-
ments as approved by the City Attorney, seconded by Councilman Tyrell
and unanimously carried.
Council Minutes, July 6, 1972 - Page 3
12. TENTATIVE TRACT MAP No. 27410: Consideration of Final Map Approval.
(6340 N. Oak Avenue - John A. Marshall)
City Manager Koski advised that Tentative Tract Map No. 27410 was
approved by the City Council on April 4, 1972, subject to conditions
as outlined in Resolution No. 72- 443PC; that the proposed subdivision
would consist of five single- family residences to be located at the
northeast corner of Oak Avenue and Olema Street; and that conditions
referring to covenants and restrictions, bonds for faithful performance
and labor and materials have been met. A letter from the Los Angeles
County Department of County Engineer, dated June 29, 1972, recommended
approval, subject to conditions as set forth. Councilman Tyrell moved
to approve Final Tract Map No. 27410, and to accept street dedication
as offered on said map, subject to conditions and requirements as set
forth by the County Engineer, seconded by Councilman Dennis and
unanimously carried.
13. RESOLUTION No. 72 -1216: Employment of Temporary Personnel
Recreation.
Councilman Tyrell moved to adopt Resolution No. 72 -1216 entitled
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY APPOINT
ING TEMPORARY PERSONNEL, seconded by Councilman Merritt and unan-
imously carried.
14. RESOLUTION No. 72- 1217: WARRANTS AND DEMANDS, Demand Nos. 6143
thru 6223, in the amount of $26,414.47.
Councilman Tyrell moved to adopt Resolution No. 72 -1217 entitled
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY
ALLOWING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $26,414.47, DEMAND NOS.
6143 THRU 6223, seconded by Councilman Dennis and unanimously
carried.
City Manager Koski presented a request from the City Treasurer for
approval of a warrant to First Western Bank in the amount of
$50,000, and one to Bank of America, also in the amount of $50,000
for interest bearing deposits, such separate accounts in compliance
with State Controller's guideline in regard to investment of gas
tax funds. Councilman Gilbertson moved to approve, seconded by.
Councilman Merritt and unanimously carried.
T5. COMMUNICATIONS:
A. Chamber of Commerce - Request for Sidewalk Sale -
July 21, 1972.
Councilman Tyrell moved to approve the request of the Chamber of
Commerce to conduct sidewalk sale on Friday, July -21, 1972, from
9 a.m. to 9 p.m., subject to necessary; insurance, and removal of
signs the day following the sale, seconded by Councilman Dennis
and unanimously carried.
B. Resignations from Commissions.
On motion of Councilman Tyrell, seconded by Councilman Dennis,
the resignation of Joe Startin from the Planning Commission
was received with regret.
On motion of Councilman Tyrell, seconded by Councilman Merritt,
the resignation of Shirley Mosser from the Youth Commission
was received with regret.
C. City of Riverside - Request for Support of Resolution re. Smog.
Councilman Gilbertson moved that the communication from the City
of Riverside requesting support of their study and resolution in
regard to smog be referred to the Environmental Studies Committee,
seconded by Councilman Merritt and unanimously carried.
Council Minutes, July 6, 1972 - Page 4
D. Resignation of Administrative Intern.
A resignation of Bill McLeod, Administrative Intern, in order
to return to studies toward a doctoral degree, was received
and filed.
E. Damage Claim Mrs. Marjorie Patty.
City Manager Koski advised that a communica -tom onlfor:rdamage;c 1`aim
from Mrs. Marjorie Patty for damages to her vehicle due to road
conditions at the intersection of Rosemead and Longden had been
received, however that upon investigation it was determined that
the location of the accident was not within the jurisdiction
of the City, and that Mrs. Patty had been advised as to the proper
jurisdiction for her claim. Councilman Tyrell moved to deny the
claim, seconded by Councilman Gilbertson and unanimously carried..
16. TIME FOR THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO SPEAK:
Mrs. Whipperman, 4810 Doreen, discussed the need for a traffic
signal or stop si.gn on Lower Azusa Road at Doreen because of the
number of persons who cross to the shopping center at this inter-
section, and discussed the accidents that have occurred at the
location. A petition containing 91 signatures requesting a traffic
sign at the intersection was submitted by Mrs. Whipperman ,and
placed on file. Councilman Tyrell moved to refer the matter to
the Traffic Engineer and staff to come up with solutions, to be
considered at the next meeting of the Council, at which time
remedial action will be taken, seconded by Councilman Gilbertson
and unanimously carried. In the meantime additional traffic
surveillance was requested, and effort will be made to persuade
the City of El Monte to provide signalization at El Monte Avenue
and Lower Azusa, which would provide a break in traffic.
Others speaking relative to the traffic problem at Lower Azusa
Road and Doreen were: 0. J. Strembler, 4820 Doreen; W. F. Moody,
4821 Doreen; Debbie Pruneri, Manager of Mr. Taco on Lower Azusa
Road; and Luigi Torres, Manager of Rusty's, who volunteered to
assist with the El Monte Chamber of Commerce in efforts to persuade
the City of El Monte to provide the traffic signal at El Monte
Avenue to alleviate the problem.
Bob Saddoris, 5570 Ryland, discussed a problem in his area
relative to sidewalk construction currently in progress, in that
the residents had not been notified in advance to remove sprinklers,
etc., and that damage had been done. Further that curbs that have
been broken by root damage were not being properly removed and
that Edison poles should be moved so that they would not be an
obstruction in the middle of the sidewalk. He was advised that
the damages are being rectified and that Edison Company has been
requested to relocate poles.
Harvey Malone, 5571 Ryland, was concerned that the curb areas
that have been removed for sidewalk construction would not be
in line with existing portions, and wanted assurance that the
sidewalks would be level. He was advised that there would be
an inspection prior to any pouring of cement.
Angela Wong, 1390 Cordova, Pasadena, advised that the new
ordinance requiring a deposit for sewer construction in connection
with new construction had been passed after she was granted a
Conditional Use Permit for construction of a restaurant in
the 6400 block on North Rosemead. She requested that the
requirement be waived on the basis of pre - existing permit.
Councilman Tyrell moved to grant the waiver as requested,
seconded by Councilman Gilbertson and unanimously carried.
Council Minutes, July 6, 1972,- Page 5
17, - HATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS:
A. 1972 -73 DUES FOR S.C.A.G. - $521.
City Manager Koski advised that an invoice in the amount of
$521 had been received from the Southern California Association
• Of Governments for 1972-73 membership. Following discussion,
it was moved by Councilman Gilbertson, seconded by Councilman
Tyrell and unanimously carried to approve membership in S.C.A.G.
for.1972 -73, and to authorize payment of dues:
13. PICNIC IN THE PARK - September 23, 1972.
Council concurred•in the program for band concert and picnic in
the park scheduled for September 23, 1972, as outlined in
memorandum dated June 29, 1972, from Director of Parks and
Recreation, and requested staff to proceed in taking the necessary
action to implement the program.
C. TRACT No. 29535 - Release of Time Certificate.
City Manager Koski presented a communication from County of Los
Angeles, Department of County Engineer, recommending release of
bank time certificate and labor and material deposit for Tract
No. 29535, all conditions having been met. Councilman Gilbertson
moved to approve, seconded by Councilman Merritt and unanimously
carried.
D. PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION - Re. Request of
Woman's Club to Place Plaque in Temple City Park.
City Manager Koski advised that the Parks and Recreation Commission
had reviewed the request of the Temple City Woman's Club to place
a plaque in Temple City Park at the base of a deodar tree donated
by that organization and planted in the park in 1929, and had
recommended approval, suggesting that the plaque be installed by
City staff; that if a fee is assessed that an amount of $5 be
assessed; and that the City not be responsible for maintaining or
replacing the marker in the event it is damaged or stolen.
Councilman Gilbertson moved to approve as outlined, except that
no fee be charged, seconded by Councilman Tyrell and unanimously
carried.
E. RENEWAL OF P.E.P. PROGRAM:
City Manager Koski advised that the first year of funding for the
Public Employment Program under Emergency Employment Act of 1971
will terminate on August 26, 1972, and that renewal agreements
for funding the 1972 -73 program were due at this time, pending
Congressional action on the appropriation. Councilman Tyrell
moved to approve the request for renewal and to authorize staff
to process the application, seconded by Councilman Dennis and
unanimously carried.
F. RENEWAL OF AGREEMENT - County of Los Angeles re. Grounds
Maintenance for Property Adjacent to Library and Engineering
Building.
City Manager Koski presented revised Agreement No. 13886 -4
offered by the County of Los Angeles, Department of Real Estate
Management, in which the City of Temple City would provide
grounds maintenance for county property adjacent to County
Library and County Engineer's Building, in the amount of $768.
Councilman Tyrell moved to approve and authorize the Mayor and
City Clerk to sign, seconded by Councilman Gilbertson and
unanimously carried.
G. PEDESTRIAN- BICYCLE SAFETY EDUCATION AND ENFORCEMENT PROJECT.
City Manager Koski advised that copies of the Final report For
the Pedestrian - Bicycle Safety Education and Enforcement Project
had been received and were available for review.
Council Minutes, July 6, 1972 - Page 6
H. AUTHORIZATION FOR EXPENSES - Official Visit to Magdalena.
City Manager Koski presented statement of expenses for Councilman
Dennis in the amount of $142.48 as official representative of
the Council in recent visit to Magdalena, our Sister City.
Councilman Merritt moved to approve, and to authorize warrant,
seconded by Councilman Tyrell and unanimously carried.
I. TRAFFIC COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION - Re. Master Plan of
Sidewalks.
City Manager Koski advised that the Traffic Commission had
recommended continuing the program of sidewalk installation in
conjunction with the master plan of adopted routes. The following
locations were recommended:
1) Olive Street, north side, Baldwin Avenue to Halifax,
2.) Broadway, south side, Temple City Blvd. to Golden West, and
3) Arden Drive, east side, Olive Street to Lower Azusa Rd.,
at total estimated cost of costruction approximately $12,000;
and that sidewalk installation previously approved for Garibaldi
and Freer Streets be accomplished, all as set forth in memorandum
dated July 6, 1972. Councilman Tyrell moved to approve projects
as named and to cause the work to be done, seconded by Councilman
Gilbertson and unanimously carried.
J. INFORMATION ON LEVEL OF LAW ENFORCEMENT CONTRACTED FOR
FISCAL YEAR 1972 -73.
Each Councilman received a copy of "Level of Law Enforcement for
1972 -73" as recommended by Captain Trask, Commander of Temple
Station, in memorandum dated June 26, 1972, Council concurred,
and it was moved by Councilman Tyrell, seconded by Councilman
Gilbertson and unanimously carried to receive and file the report.
K. BABE RUTH LEAGUE TOURNAMENT: Request to Use Bleachers and
to Close Emperor Avenue to Thru Traffic During Games,
July 14 -20, 1972.
City Manager Koski advised that Temple City Babe Ruth League has
requested the City grant permission for the use of two sets of
10 -tier bleachers from Live Oak Park for games to be held
July 14 -20, 1972; and to close Emperor Avenue to through traffic
during the time of games, all as outlined in memorandum dated
July 6, 1972 to City Council. Councilman Merritt moved to
approve, seconded by Councilman Tyrell and unanimously carried.
L. WATER DRAINAGE PROBLEM - Pal Mal Avenue.
City Manager Koski advised that a request had been received
from Mr. John Fennie, 5503 Pal Mal Avenue, to alleviate poor
drainage along the north side of intersection of Daines Drive
and Pal Mal Avenue, and that it had been the City's intention
to install a.. cross gutter on Daines Drive at the time curb and
gutter was installed on Pal Mal, south of Daines, however it
was deferred until such time as .storm drains would be installed
on Olive Street. He stated that while best results would be
obtained by installing a cross gutter north -south on Daines, the
cost of this work would be approximately $5,500; however that
cross gutter installation and paveout along the north side of
Daines could be accomplished for approximately $1,200. Council -
man Tyrell moved to approve the cross gutter installation on
Daines in approximate amount of $1,200, seconded by Councilman
Gilbertson and unanimously carried.
M. REVISION OF BUDGET: RESOLUTION No 72- 1212A.
City Manager Koski presented Resolution No, 72 -1212A entitled
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY
ADOPTING THE CITY BUDGET AND APPROPRIATING REVENUE OF THE CITY FOR
FISCAL YEAR 1972 -73, which amended Resolution No. 72 -1212 adopted
by the City Council on June 20, 1972, reducing the total budget
to $1,314,827. Councilman Tyrell moved to adopt, seconded by
Councilman Merritt and unanimously carried.
Council Minutes, July 6, 1972 - Page 7
N. LEAGUE OF..CALIFORNIA CITY REPORTS
Each Councilman received a copy of League of California City
reports of June 23 and July 25, 1972, containing information
in regard to Reagan - Moretti Tax Reform Program, which was
discussed briefly.
0. CALIFORNIA CONTRACT CITIES - Assessment for Legal Suit
(1/5 of 1% of Law Enforcement Costs)
Councilman Gilbertson moved to approve voluntary assessment in
amount of $809, which was 1/5 of 1% of Law Enforcement Costs
budgeted for fiscal year 1972 -73, and to authorize drawing of
warrant to be forwarded to California Contract Cities Association
to be used for lawsuit against Los Angeles County over the
issue of law enforcement costs and county overhead charges. The
motion was seconded by Councilman Tyrell and unanimously carried.
P. SAN ANSELMO LITIGATION - Re. Police and Firemen Case.
City Attorney Martin suggested that the City may wish to
participate in whatever the pro rated share will be in regard
to a case now pending in Superior Court in Marin County entitled
SAN ANSELMO POLICE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION 'vs. CITY OF SAN ANSELMO,
advising that we should get involved at the trial level rather
than the appellate level. Councilman Gilbertson moved that the
City participate as recommended, seconded by Councilman Merritt
and unanimously carried.
Q. Councilman Tyrell reported on appropriate 4th of July
celebration activities which he observed in Utah.
R. Councilman Dennis reported that the Temple City people
travelling to Magdalena really appreciated the welcome given
them and that the reception was an indication of what can be
accomplished.
S. Mayor Briggs requested that the matter of early morning
operation of traffic signals on Temple City Boulevard be
reevaluated as to the best time for actuating full signalization.
18. ADJOURNMENT:
Councilman Tyrell moved to adjourn at 9:40 p.m., seconded by
Councilman Merritt and unanimously carried. Next regular
meeting will be held on Tuesday, July 20, 1972, at 7:30 p.m.
in the Council Chambers of the City Hall.
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C Chi- ,ef.Deputy" City Clerk
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