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COUNCIL MINUTES
OCTOBER 16,1973
INITIATION:
1. Mayor Tyrell called the regular meeting of the City Council to
order at 7:38 p.m. on Tuesday, October 16, 1973, in the Council
Chamber of the City Hall.
2. The invocation was given by Pastor Warren L. Howell, Bethlehem
Evangelical Lutheran Church, 5319 N. Halifax Avenue.
3. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Mayor Tyrell.
4. ROLL CALL:
Present:
Absent:
Also Present:
Councilmen - Dennis, Gilbertson, Merritt, Tyrell
Councilmen - Briggs
City Manager Koski, City Attorney Martin,
Assistant to the City Manager Biel, Planning
Director Dragicevich, Parks and Recreation
Director Kobett
Councilman Gilbertson moved to excuse Councilman Briggs for
cause, seconded by Councilman Merritt and carried.
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Councilman Merritt moved to approve the minutes of the regular
meeting of the City Council held on Tuesday, October 2, 1973,
as written, seconded by Councilman Dennis and carried.
Junior Girl Scout Troop No. 454 was given recognition by Mayor Tyrell
who presented a special certificate to the group. Ruth Daughtery gave
a short history of the troop which is sponsored by Cloverly School and
has a membership of 26 fourth, fifth, and sixth grade girls. Alene
Abraham explained their patrol system and introduced their leader,
Mrs. Jean Ristow, and thanked the Council for their invitation to
attend the City Council meeting.
Mrs. Penny Graham, President, Temple City Chamber of Commerce, presented
Mayor Tyrell and Councilman Dennis with a baseball signed by the
Dodger players and pictures as a memento of Temple City Night at
Dodger Stadium on September 6, 1973.
6. PUBLIC HEARING: 7:30 p.m. Re: Amend Temple City Municipal Code
relating to Zone Classification for automotive steam cleaning.
City Manager Koski presented background material, stating the
Planning Commission, on October 4, 19739 clarified that steam
cleaning, as an incidental or secondary use, is generally per-
mitted with auto repair, car washes and automobile service
stations in C -2 and other less restrictive commercial zones;
however, re- affirmed their previous position that 'automotive'
steam cleaning, as a principal business, is an M -1 use, and
recommends that it be included in the M -1 zone as a permitted
use without a conditional use permit.
Mayor Tyrell declared the Public Hearing open, and invited those
present who wished to speak for or against the Ordinance to come
forward.
No one came forward to speak.
Councilman Gilbertson moved to close the Public Hearing, seconded
by Councilman Merritt and carried.
City Attorney Martin presented Ordinance No. 73 -376 AN ORDINANCE
OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY ADDING NEW PARAGRAPH 6A TO SECTION
9410 AND AMENDING SUBSECTION 38 OF SECTION 9202 OF THE TEMPLE
CITY MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO PERMITTED USES IN THE M -1 ZONE
by title only.
Council Minutes, October 16, 1973 - Page 2
Councilman Gilbertson moved to waive further reading, seconded
by Councilman Dennis and carried.
7. PUBLIC HEARING: 7:30 p.m. Street Improvements (Curb, Gutter
and Drive Approaches, pursuant to Chapter 27, Streets and
Highways Code)
A. LONGDEN AVENUE, both sides, Rosemead Blvd. to Loma
B. LONGDEN AVENUE, south side, Eaton Wash to Rosemead
C. AGNES AVENUE, west side, La Rosa Drive to Key West
D. CLOVERLY AVENUE, east side, Live Oak Avenue to Wedgewood
City Manager Koski presented background material, stating that
the Traffic Commission in July of 1970 requested an investi-
gation of installing curb and gutter on Longden Avenue; result
of the investigation was to recommend curb and gutter be installed,
but the project was held in abeyance until completion of the 1970
Storm Drain Bond Issue projects which are scheduled to be completed
in December, 1973. Petitions have been circulated to property
owners, results of which are set forth in memo dated October 11,
1973 and on file in the City Clerk's office. The City Council
at its regular meeting of September 18, 1973, set public hearing,
pursuant to Chapter 27, Streets and Highways Code, for October 16,
1973; affected property owners have been notified as provided by
law.
Mayor Tyrell declared the Public Hearing open, and invited those
present who wished to speak for or against the Ordinance to
come forward.
Mr. Ian Jamieson, 8768 E. Longden Avenue, stated he was in favor
of the project, but questioned the width of the concrete for a
corner radius, and whether the sidewalk would be adjacent to the
curb. Mr. Jamieson was advised that the sidewalk would be
adjacent to the curb and would be 5' wide at the radius.
Mrs. Gerald Parody, 9128 Lonqden Avenue, questioned the cost
of installation to the homeowner. City Manager Koski explained
the property owner would be responsible for the cost of curb and
gutter, less $ .50 per lineal foot, which would be paid by the
City. In answer to Mrs. Parody's question regarding the width
of the street, City Manager Koski advised that the street will
be 40', the same as its present alignment.
Mrs. Ann Rockwell, 6273 Avon Avenue, expressed concern that she
had not received the letter to property owners regarding installa-
tion of curb and gutter and also inquired as to cost to the property
owner. City Manager Koski explained that a letter had gone to all
property owners in May indicating funds had been budgeted by the
City and it was now time to consider the benefits of the program.
The City had received petitions from the property owners and''
Council was now considering the worthiness of the project,. He
also explained that in addition to the $ .50 per lineal foot the
City will pay, all other expenses, such as engineering, inspection,
paveout, and sidewalks would be assumed by the City.
Mr. Mark Hall, 8922 E. Longden Avenue, advised he has concerns
regarding maintenance and would Tike to have curb and gutter, how-
ever, feels there is a drainage problem from the Shell Station
recently constructed. Council directed staff to investigate.
Mr. James Weiner,62.72 Avon Avenue, stated that the first letter he
received from the City gave the impression the project was entirely
up to the property owners, and he does not agree that curb and
gutter would affect traffic control and was, therefore, against
the project.
Council Minutes, October 16, 1973 - Page 3
Mr. Ronald Carter, 8862 Longden Avenue, stated that he felt to
improve traffic control, restrictions should be p 1"aced on the
north side of Longden Avenue, he does not agree curb, gutter and
sidewalk would do it; the streets are not swept regularly and he
cleans his portion of the street; has talked with people in his
block since the initial letter and many have higher priorities for
improvement. It was explained to Mr. Carter that the City has no
jurisdiction over the north side of Longden Avenue which is in the
County.
Mr. Joseph Nagy, 8854 Longden Avenue, inquired as to cost to in-
stallcurb, gutter and sidewalk. He was advised the approximate
cost would be $2.50 - $2.95 per lineal foot for curb and gutter,
City to pay cost of sidewalk installation, and the manner of pay-
ment of assessment was explained to Mr. Nagy.
Mr. Leneous Rockwell, 6273 Avon Avenue, stated he failed to see
how the City's installing sidewalks will facilitate the ability of
children getting to school safely. City Manager Koski explained
that it is well founded that when sidewalks are provided children
will use those sidewalks and receive protection by separating them
from vehicular traffic on the roadway.
There being no one else to come forward to speak, Councilman
Gilbertson moved to close the public hearing, seconded by Councilman
Dennis and carried.
Councilman Gilbertson moved to find C. AGNES AVENUE, west side,
La Rosa Drive to Key West, and D. CLOVERLY AVENUE, east side,
Live Oak Avenue to Wedgewood projects in the public interest and
to instruct the Superintendent of Streets to cause the work to be
done during the current fiscal year, and appropriate the necessary
funds and amend the FY 73 -74 budget accordingly. Councilman
Merritt seconded the motion and carried.
Councilman Merritt moved to find A. LONGDEN AVENUE, both sides,
Rosemead Blvd., to Loma project in the best: public interest and
to instruct the Superintendent of Streets to cause the work to be
accomplished during the current fiscal year, seconded by Councilman
Dennis and carried.
In closed discussion, concern was expressed regarding accomplishing
the installation of curb, gutter and sidewalk in some blocks and
not others of the B. LONGDEN AVENUE, south side, Eaton Wash to
Rosemead Blvd. project.
Councilman Gilbertson moved to reopen the public hearing and continue
Project B to November 6, 1973, seconded by Councilman Merritt and
carried.
8. APPEAL FROM PLANNING COMMISSION DENIAL OF CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
73 -402, 9415 Las Tunas Drive
City Manager. Koski presented background material, stating the
Planning Commission held public hearing at their regular meeting
of September 11, 1973 and had denied the conditional use permit
to establish and operate a fun arcade for lack of adequate parking
facilities and the proposed use would have detrimental effect on
surrounding properties; the City Council, at their regular meeting
held October 2, 1973 moved to hear this case on the record at their
regular meeting of October 16, 1973.
City Council certified they had reviewed the record and visited
the site and were familiar with the case.
Councilman Gilbertson felt there is a definite parking problem
existing with this type of business; that the hours of operation
indicate it will be dependent on patrons with vehicles; that the
noise level will increase; that he generally is in favor of this
type of activity.
Council Minutes, October 16, 1973 - Page 4
Councilman Dennis felt that this type of facility will be used
mainly by junior high age group; however, would expect each
young adult with a vehicle, because of inadequate parking
facilities, might park in adjacent parking facilities.
Councilman Merritt moved to deny the appeal, seconded by Mayor
Tyrell and carried on a roll call vote:
ROLL CALL:
AYES: Councilmen- Gilbertson, Merritt, Tyrell
NOES: Councilmen - Dennis
ABSENT: Councilmen - Briggs
9. PUBLIC HEARING: 7:30 p.m. Re: DANCE PERMIT - HERITAGE INN,
8905 E. Las Tunas Drive
City Manager Koski presented background information, stating that
in August, 1973, Maer, Inc., applied for Entertainment Permit for
this location, a public hearing was held before the City Council
on August 28, 1973, and was approved, and since that date they
have determined they would like to be permitted to have dancing as
well. Notice of Public Hearing was posted; the Sheriff's Department
has conducted a thorough investigation and have indicated no reason
for denial of the application.
Mayor Tyr'e1,1 'declared the Public Hearill4: open, and invited those''
present who wished to .speak for or against the dance permit to
come forward.
There being no one come forward to speak for or against the dance
permit,._ Councilman Gilbertson moved to close the public hearing,
seconded by Councilman Merritt and carried.
Councilman Gilbertson moved to approve request for dance permit
subject to the conditions attached to memo dated October 12, 1973,
seconded by Councilman Dennis and carried.
10. 1973 -74 STREET LIGHT PROGRAM - Various Select System Streets and
Subdivisions.
City Manager Koski presented background information, stating the
City's FY 1973 -74 budget provides for energy and maintenance for
six street lights to be installed on Live Oak Avenue between
Glickman Avenue and El Monte Avenue; six lights on Golden West
Avenue from Olive Street to the southerly terminus; and six lights
on Ellis Lane, currently in Temple City Municipal Lighting District
Zone B. The properties to receive benefit from the improved light-
ing program are recommended for annexation to Zone A. In addition,
three subdivisions, Tracts 29535, 30308, and 29825, approved and
completed in prior years, are also recommended to be annexed to
Zone A.
Councilman Gilbertson moved to adopt Resolution No. 73 -1311 - A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY DECLARING
ITS INTENTION TO HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING RELATING TO AN ADJUSTMENT OF
ITS STREET LIGHTING ZONE BOUNDARIES by title only, setting public
hearing for November 20, 1973, and authorize staff to obtain assist-
ance in preparation of legal descriptions, seconded by Councilman
Dennis and carried.
11. RECOMMENDATION FROM PLANNING COMMISSION - Meeting of November 6,
1973 - SET PUBLIC HEARING Re: Environmental Impact Report,
Tentative Tract Map No. 31886
City Manager Koski presented background information, stating the
Planning Commission, at their regular meeting held October 9, 1973,
approved the Environmental Impact Report and Tentative Tract Map
No. 31886, subject to City Council review. The proposed subdivision
would consist of a 32 -unit condominium, located in an R -3 zone,
south of Daines Drive on the eastern side of McCulloch Avenue.
Council Minutes, October 16, 1973 - Page 5
Councilman Merritt moved to set public hearing on the Environmental
Impact Report relating to Tentative Tract Map No. 31886 for November
6, 1973, seconded by Councilman Dennis and carried.
12. RECOMMENDATIONS FROM TRAFFIC COMMISSION - Meeting of October 3,
1973.
A. MUSCATEL AND HERMOSA DRIVE - Additional Regulations
City Manager presented background material, stating that an investi-
gation of the intersection of Muscatel Avenue and Hermosa Drive- to
determine the reason for the number of accidents at the intersection
had been requested by a property owner; subsequent investigation by
Traffic Engineer George Envall showed there had been five accidents
within a year and the intersection now meets one warrant for making
it a four -way boulevard stop.
The Traffic :.Commi,ss: ion recommends placing boulevard stop signs on
Muscatel Avenue at approaches to Hermosa Drive, with stop and stop
bar pavement markings.
Councilman Gilbertson moved to approve the Traffic Commission
recommendation to place boulevard stop signs on Muscatel Avenue at
approaches to Hermosa Drive, with stop and stop bar pavement mark-
ings, seconded by Councilman Merritt and carried.
B. CROSSING GUARD LOCATIONS
City Manager Koski presented background information, stating that
the two crossing guard locations were reviewed by the Traffic
Commission at their meeting of October 3, 1973 and 1) Traffic
Commission recommends relocation of the school crosswalk and the
crossing guard to the easterly line of Warren Way across Live Oak
to correspond to the newly constructed sidewalk and the crossing
guard across Las Tunas Drive at the elementary school; 2) Traffic
Commission recommends relocation of the crosswalk location from
Cal1ita to Emperor Avenue at the north line with all appurtenant
signing and pavement markings.
Councilman Merritt moved to approve the Traffic Commission recom-
mendations 1 and 2 per memo dated October 11, 1973, seconded by
Councilman Dennis' and carried.
13. COMMUNITY DISPOSAL COMPANY AGREEMENT: Extension Agreement -
Request for rate increase
City Manager Koski presented background material, stating that
the agreement entered into on August 8, 1960 between the City and
Community Disposal, agreed to a provision of adjusting the rate of
refuse collection based upon the increase in the cost of living
determined by the Consumer Price Index as prepared by the U. S.
Dept. of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics; the last request for a
change in rate was submitted to be effective September 1, 1971 and
was approved by action of the City Council July 20, 1971.
Councilman Gilbertson moved to amend the Extension Agreement and
instruct the City Attorney to prepare the amendment as requested
in Community Disposal's letter dated. September 11, 1973 and
authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign, seconded by Councilman
Dennis and carried.
14. RESOLUTION NO. 73- 1309: Employment of Personnel
Councilman Merritt moved to adopt Resolution No. 73 -1309 entitled
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY APPOINT-
ING PERSONNEL, seconded by Councilman Dennis and carried.
Council Minutes, October 16, 1973 - Page 6
15. RESOLUTION NO. 73 -1310: WARRANTS AND DEMANDS, Demand Nos. 8726
through 8817, in the amount of $55,292,12.
Councilman Merritt moved to adopt Resolution No. 73 -1310 entitled
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY ALLOW-
ING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $55,292.12, DEMAND NOS. 8726
THRU 8817, seconded by Councilman Gilbertson and carried.
16. COMMUNICATIONS:
A. MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA - Request for
Proclamation
Council supported the Mayor proclaiming the month of December,
1973 as MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY MONTH.
B. CHURCH WOMEN UNITED - Request to solicit for UNICEF
City Manager Koski presented letter from Church Women United to
solicit funds for UNICEF, Sunday, October 28, 1973 through
Wednesday, October 31.
Councilman Gilbertson stated he was not in favor of approving the
request, that the request interfered with the children participat-
ing.in City sponsored Halloween activities.
Councilman Merritt did not approve of soliciting for funds to be
sent overseas, with no benefit whatever to the community.
Councilman Dennis moved to approve the request to solicit funds for
UNICEF, seconded by Mayor Tyrell, and motion failed on a roll call
vote:
ROLL CALL:
AYES: Councilmen - Dennis
NOES: Councilmen- Gilbertson, Merritt, Tyrell
ABSENT: Councilmen - Briggs
17. TIME FOR THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO SPEAK:
Mr. Luis Gracia, _5.921.N. Kauffman Avenue, spoke to the matter of
the Ivanhoe operation; the noise emanating from the premises;
their refusal to cooperate with their neighbors registering com-
plaints. Mr. Gracia indicated that he 'and some of his neighbors
have received threats from Ivanhoe patrons.
Councilman Gilbertson moved to set public hearing on November 6,
1973 to determine whether a public nuisance exists, seconded by
Councilman Merritt and carried.
Mr. Leneous Rockwell, 6273 Avon Avenue, expressed displeasure at
finding his trash cans in the middle of the street and feels that
the trash collector should make sure the cans are on the property.
It was pointed out to Mr. Rockwell that sidewalks would improve
that kind of situation. Council directed staff to contact
Community Disposal Company to request their cooperation.
Mrs. Gerald Parody, 9128 Longden Avenue, expressed concern for
children with bad bicycle riding habits and the safety of children
canvassing the neighborhood for odd jobs. Mrs Parody also expressed
displeasure concerning throw -away newspapers cluttering her property.
Mr. Jerry Seibert,6148 Hart, expressed thanks to the City Council
for the opportunity to participate in the Community Seminar held
at Kellogg -West, October 9, 1973.
Mayor Tyrell expressed his appreciation to the many residents who
gave up their Saturday to attend the seminar and felt City Council
learned a great deal about citizens attitudes.
Council Minutes, October 16, 1973 - Page 7
18. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS:
A. Appeal from Traffic Commission denial of overnight parking
permit - Samuel Alfano, 9443 E. Pentland Avenue
City Council concurred the matter should be continued to the
regular meeting of November 6, 1973, approving a temporary
permit in the interim.
B. Appeal from Traffic Commission denial of overnight parking
permit - Ray Phillips, 9418 Kennerly Avenue
City Council concurred the matter should be continued to the
regular meeting of November 6, 1973, approving a temporary
permit in the interim.
C. Disposal of Surplus Equipment
Councilman Dennis moved to accept the Boatright & Associates
bid for three typewriters and authorize the City Manager to
dispose of same, seconded by Councilman Gilbertson and carried.
D. Request for Recreation Supervisor to attend workshop -
November 4 and 5, 1973.
City Manager Koski presented request for Cal Rietzel, Recreation
Supervisor to attend a training workshop sponsored by the
Supervisor's Section of the California Parks and Recreation
Society on November 4 and 5, 1973 at a cost of $35 for which
funds are available.
Councilman Dennis moved to approve request, seconded by
Councilman Gilbertson and carried.
E. Municipal Election, April 9, 1974 - Proposal for Services
City Manager Koski presented a proposal by Martin & Chapman
to provide election services and supplies for the General
Municipal Election to be held April 9, 1974, in the estimated
amount of $1,947.22, based on 16 combined precincts.
Councilman Gilbertson moved to accept Martin & Chapman proposal,
seconded by Mayor Tyrell and carried.
F. Resignation of Youth Commissioners
Mayor Tyrell directed Council's attention to letter of
resignation received from John W. DeWitt and Janice Murasko.
Councilman Merritt moved to accept the resignations of John
DeWitt and Janice Murasko, with regret, seconded by Councilman
Dennis and carried.
G. Telephone Interconnect: Temple City Blvd., Live Oak to
Lower Azusa - Pedestrian Heads at Olive Street and Temple
City Blvd. to Broadway and Temple City Blvd.
City Manager Koski presented background information, stating
that Traffic Signal Maintenance Company had prepared an
estimate for the installation of the telephone interconnect
along Temple City Blvd. and for pedestrian heads at the Temple
City Blvd. intersections of Olive Street' and Broadway. It is
necessary to replace the controller at Broadway and Temple City
Blvd. in order to install both the telephone interconnect and
the pedestrian heads as the controller is antiquated and re-
placement parts are no longer available.
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Council Minutes, October 16, 1973 - Page 8
Councilman Gilbertson moved to appropriate an additional
$795 in order to perform the work and amend the FY 73 -74
budget accordingly and instruct the Superintendent of Streets
to cause the work to be performed, seconded by Councilman Dennis
and carried.
H. Tree Removal Request - Mr. Howard Hudson, 6049 Encinita Avenue
Having reviewed the Maintenance Superintendent's tree inspection
report and recommendation, Council approved request to remove
an Elm tree located in the parkway of subject property and
replant with a more desirable variety of street tree.
I. Councilman Dennis stated that after having read a great
deal of literature concerning Proposition #1, he would now
lean toward support of the proposition, having abstained from
voting on the issue October 2, 1973.
19. ADJOURNMENT:
At 9:35 p.m. Council adjourned to a Study Session. Next
regular meeting of the Council to be held on November 6, 1973,
at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber of the City Hall.
ATTEST:
Chief Deputy City Clerk