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CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
March 19, 1974
INITIATION:
1. Mayor Pro Tem Dennis called the regular meeting of the City Council
to order at 7:35 p.m. on Tuesday, March 19, 1974, in the Council
Chamber of the City Hall.
III2. The invocation was given by Reverend Dean Grelling, Temple City
Southern Baptist Church, 5221 El Monte Avenue.
3. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Mayor Pro Tem Dennis.
4. ROLL CALL:
Present:
Absent:
Also Present:
Councilmen- Dennis, Gilbertson, Greenberg, Merritt
Councilmen - Tyrell
City Manager Koski, City Attorney Martin, Assistant
to the City Manager Biel, Planning Director
Dragicevich, Director of Parks and Recreation Kobett,
Public Works Coordinator Leonetti
Councilman Gilbertson moved to excuse Mayor Tyrell for cause,
seconded by Councilman Greenberg and carried.
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Councilman Merritt moved to approve the minutes of the Regular
Meeting of the City Council held Tuesday, March 5, 1974, as written,
seconded' by. CouncilmanGilbertson and carried.
III RECOGNITION:
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Mayor Pro Tem Dennis presented a special certificate to two Camp Fire Girls
groups: Nah- We -Yah Camp Fire Girls, sponsored by St. Luke's Council of
Women, introduced their members present as well as their advisor, Mrs.
Kathy St. Pierre. The girls, who have been an organized group for seven
years, explained some of their past activities and future plans.
A- O- Wa -Ki -Ya Camp Fire Girls introduced their advisor, Mrs. Joan McSeveny,
and the members of the group, explained their ceremonial costumes and their
past activities and future plans.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
6 PUBLIC HEARING: 7:30 p.m. DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR R -3 AND R -4
ZONED PROPERTY AND PARKING STANDARDS
City Manager Koski presented background information, stating as a
result of recent studies and hearings on inconsistencies between the
General Plan and Zoning Map, the Planning Commission directed staff
to study and make recommendations for revision of R -3 and R -4 develop-
ment standards. Planning Commission, at their regular meeting of
February 12, 1974, passed Resolution 74 -543PC relating to R -3 develop-
ment standards, including modification of open space definition,
minimum lot area, lot area per dwelling unit, lot coverage, and
minimum gross floor area per dwelling unit; Resolution 74 -544PC relating
to R -4 development standards and lot area per dwelling unit; and
Resolution 74 -545PC relating to design of stall sizes, turn - arounds,
and aisle widths for parking lots designed with angled parking stalls.
Mayor Pro Tem Dennis declared the public hearing open.
Planning Director Dragicevich gave staff report, stating Resolution
74 -543PC redefines open space which would include the required side
yard area of any interior lot; minimum lot area per dwelling unit
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recommended to be 1,800 square feet; minimum floor area per dwelling
units. Resolution 74 -544PC defined the principal uses of R -4 zoned
lots; minimum lot area per dwelling unit recommended to be 1,200
square feet; and floor area per unit to conform to the Uniform
Building Code standards. Resolution 74 -545PC refers to parking design
and standards and minimum dimensions for turn - arounds and aisle widths.
He concluded by saying that a negative declaration has been filed with
regard to the Environmental Impact Report.
In answer to Councilman Gilbertson's questions, Planning Director
Dragicevich explained the length for any structure was limited to 150'
for aesthetic reasons. He stated these changes as recommended by the
Planning Commission, and if adopted by the City Council, would also
require an amendment to the General Plan.
Mr. Frank Zrna, 9021 E. Emperor, felt that the parking requirements
for R -3 zoned property were too stringent, necessitating a reduction
in the number of units per lot area. He feels Temple City is zoning
out apartments in favor of condominiums.
Mr. Zrna also made complaint of parking by individuals in the parkway
on the northeast corner of Rosemead Boulevard and Emperor. Mayor
Pro Tem Dennis advised that the problem regarding parking would be
investigated by the Sheriff's Department.
Mzs. Zrna, 9021 E. Emperor, stated that it was her experience that the
suggested number of parking spaces per unit is not needed; that the
restrictive development standards make it difficult to get mortgage
money.
Councilman Gilbertson moved to close public hearing; Feconded by
Councilman Merritt and carried.
Mayor Pro Tem stated the proposed development standards would have
a major impact upon zoning in Temple City and would like to defer
to a joint study session with the Planning Commission, to which
Council concurred.
7 ORDINANCE NO. 74 -382: 1st. read. AMEND TEMPLE CITY MUNICIPAL CODE
RELATING TO AUTOMOBILE PAINTING, BODY AND'FENDER WORKS
Pursuant to instruction by City Council at their,regular meeting
held March 5, 1974, City Attorney Martin presented Ordinance No.
74 -382 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY
AMENDING PARAGRAPH 3 OF SECTION 9400 (a) OF THE TEMPLE CITY,MUNICIPAL
CODE RELATING TO AUTOMOBILE PAINTING, BODY AND FENDER WORKS by title
only.
Councilman Gilbertson moved to waive further reading, seconded by
Councilman Merritt and carried.
8. SCAT "OUTDOOR RECREATION PLAN AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM"
City Manager Koski stated the Parks and Recreation Commission reviewed
documents received from the Southern California Association of
Governments pertaining to their "Outdoor Recreation Plan and Capital
Improvement Program" for the fiscal years 1973 through 1978, con-
curred with the projects as listed and the system used in establishing
the project priorities; the City Council, at their regular meeting
held March 5, 1974 continued to March 19 in order that each Councilman
might be completely familiar with the program.
Councilman Merritt moved to accept Parks and Recreation Commission
comments re: projects listed and the system used in establishing the
project priorities, seconded by Councilman Greenberg and carried.
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9. GROUNDS MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT - Library and County Engineer Building
City Manager Koski presented background information, stating the
City Council at their regular meeting held January 15, 1974, authorized
staff to negotiate maintenance agreement with the County of Los Angeles,
Department of Real Estate Management for one year. The County has
requested reconsideration of a five -year agreement containing a
cancellation clause exercisable after the first year as a cost saving
factor.
Councilman Gilbertson moved to authorize Mayor and City Clerk to sign
five -year contract with 30 -day cancellation clause, seconded by
Councilman Merritt and carried.
NEW BUSINESS:
10. PROPOSED PLANNING FEE INCREASES -.ADDITIONAL OPTIONAL SERVICES
City Manager Koski presented background information, stating the
Planning Department staff assists the public in the preparation of
Environmental Impact Reports and property owners' list and vicinity
maps relating to planning and zoning applications. No fees have been
charged for these time consuming services, and it is suggested that
fees be established for these optional services.
It was Councilman Gilbertson's feeling that the City should not
encourage this type of service and compete with private business.
Mayor Pro Tem Dennis agreed with Councilman Gilbertson, however,
Councilman Merritt felt that staff could provide minimal services
for resident's applications.
Councilman Merritt moved to approve planning fee increases as set
forth in memo dated March 15, 1974 and on file in the City Clerk's
office, seconded by Councilman Greenberg and carried on a roll call vote:
ROLL CALL:
AYES: Councilmen-Dennis, Greenberg, Merritt
NOES: Councilmen- Gilbertson
ABSENT: Councilmen - Tyrell
11: TRANSPORTATION DEVELOPMENT ACT (SB -325) - LOCAL TRANSPORTATION FUND
(LTF) APPLICATION FOR FUNDS RE: PEDESTRIAN FACILITIES - SIDEWALKS
(SB -821)
City Manager Koski presented background information, stating SB -325
provided for the establishment of a Local Transportation Fund deriving
revenue from 1/4 of 1% of the sales tax on gasoline; Temple City is
eligible to apply for funds under SB -821, per capita allocation for
1974 -75 being $5,478. Staff proposes to submit an application for
funds through SCAG to update the sidewalk master plan at a cost of
$2,000, with the balance of the fund allocation to be applied to
sidewalk construction to be considered by the City Council in the
1974 -75 budget.
Councilman Merritt moved to authorize staff to file an SB -821 claim
for the City's Local Transportation Fund apportionment for the
purpose of planning and construction of pedestrian facilities,
seconded by Councilman Greenberg and carried.
I 12. RESOLUTION NO. 74 -1342: WARRANTS & DEMANDS, Demand Nos. 9560 through
9646 in the amount of $35,810.09.
Councilman Greenberg moved to adopt Resolution No. 74 -1342 entitled
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY ALLOWING
CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $35,810.09, DEMAND NOS. 9560 THRU
9646, seconded by Councilman Merritt and carried.
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13. COMMUNICATIONS:
A. Camp Fire Girls - Request for Proclamation
Council supported the Mayor proclaiming the week of March 18 -24, 1974
as CAMP FIRE GIRLS BIRTHDAY WEEK.
B. Community Assistance to Homeless Youngsters - Request for
Proclamation
Council supported the Mayor proclaiming the week of March 30 to
April 6 ACTION FOR FOSTER CHILDREN WEEK.
C. Temple City Chamber of Commerce - Request for signs and Mall Lights
in conjunction with Shop in Temple City Thursday Night Promotion
City Manager Koski presented a letter dated March 19, 1974, from the
Temple City Chamber of Commerce for approval to post signs, back to back,
on light standards along Las Tunas. Drive from Cloverly to Kauffman
Avenues and along Temple City Boulevard from Woodruff to Workman Avenues,
to be placed prior to Thursday`; April 18 and remain for one month, and
all mall lights to be turned on Thursday" evenings beginning April 18.
Councilman Gilbertson moved to-approve request from Chamber of Commerce,
seconded by Councilman .Merritt, and carried.
14. TIME FOR THOSE INAUDIENCE WHO WISH TO SPEAK:
Marianne Milch advised City Council of plans for Dodger Night,
Wednesday, May 1, reserved seats and round trip $4.50, and Temple City
Night at Dodger Stadium on September 3, playing Giants. Also the
next Social Mixer will be held at the business establishment of Lou's
Lock Shop, March 27, 5:30 p.m.
IILRECESS TO CRA
On motion by Councilman Gilbertson, seconded by Councilman Greenberg,
Council recessed at 8:55 p.m. to meet as the Community Redevelopment Agency.
Council convened as the Community Redevelopment Agency, excused Mr. Tyrell's
absence for cause, approved the minutes of the CRA meeting held March 5,
1974, approved a request to City Council for funds in the amount of $5,000
to cover current and pending legal and fiscal consultant fees related to the
Rosemead Boulevard Redevelopment Project, approved counsel's bill in the
amount of $581.25, and authorized staff to engage Port & Flor, Inc. for the
preparation of a residential survey relating to redevelopment of Parcel "B"
of the Rosemead_ Boulevard Redevelopment Project. The minutes of the
Community Redevelopment Agency are set forth in full in the minutes of that
Agency.
Mr. Greenberg moved-to - adjourn to the next meeting of the Community
Redevelopment Agency to be held Thursday; March 28, 1974, seconded by Mr.
Merritt and carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:03 p.m.
RECONVENE AS CITY COUNCIL
15. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS:
A. Registrar- Recorder - Request to use facilities for Direct
Primary June 4, 1974
City Manager Koski stated City Council, at their regular meeting held
March 5, 1974, approved request by the Registrar of Voters to use City
Hall facilities as a check -in center for the Direct Primary scheduled
June 4, 1974, with the condition that custodial services be paid by
the County Registrar Recorder's office, however, City Council is also
Meeting in City Hall that night and in the past the City has approved
request, the custodian being on duty during those hours.
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Councilman Gilbertson moved to approve request as a public service,
seconded by Councilman Merritt and carried.
B. Longden Avenue et al - Budget Transfer: Construction Survey and
Inspection
City Manager Koski stated City Council, at their regular meeting held
March 5, 1974, accepted low bid of $158,861.74 from 'D & W Paving, Inc.
for the Longden Avenue et al project, however additional gas tax funds
are required for the construction survey and inspection which can be
transferred from savings and resurfacing funds in the maintenance account.
Councilman Gilbertson moved to approve transfer of funds in the amount
of $21;090, seconded by Councilman Merritt and carried.
C. Councilman Merritt moved to approve request from Community Redevelop -
ment Agency to loan that Agency $5,000 to cover current and pending legal
and fiscal consultant fees related to the Rosemead Boulevard Redevelop -
ment Project, an additional $500 for the preparation of a residential
survey relating to-redevelopment of Parcel "B" of the Rosemead Boulevard
Redevelopment Project, all to be repaid by the Agency, and to appropriate
additional funds in the amount of $5,500 from the General Fund and amend
the Adopted Budget accordingly, seconded by Councilman Greenberg and
carried.
D. Resolution No. 74 -1343: Transfer of Custodian of Petty Cash Fund
City Manager Koski presented Resolution No. 74 -1343 A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY TRANSFERRING CUSTODIAN OF PETTY
CASH FUND. Councilman Merritt moved to adopt, seconded by Councilman
Greenberg and ` carried.
E. Councilman Greenberg..requested Council receive a copy of "Write On ",
news-bulletin 'published by the-Youth' Commission.
F. Councilman Gilbertson stated there have-been recent articles in
newspapers suggesting cities throughout the San Gabriel Valley appoint
independent Bicentennial Committees to make preparation to celebrate
the 200th anniversary of our country, and suggested Council submit
names to appoint a committee in order that Temple City's celebration
be as meaningful as it should be, names to be submitted at Council's
next study session.
G. Mayor Pro Tem Dennis stated 'he'd received a law enforcement study
from Captain Trask- and has requested' City Manager make a study in
relation to other areas utilizing the Conflex program.
Mayor 'Pro Tem Dennis called Council's attention to the recommendations
of the Parking Commission and Traffic Commission that Planning
Commission review and make recommendation to City Council re:
recreation vehicle storage as an incidental use for service stations.
Planning Commission agreed that this right is presently in the
ordinance, however there are no guidelines for implementation. Mayor
Pro Tem Dennis requested this matter be placed on the agenda of the
next Council study session.
16. ADJOURNMENT:
On motion by Councilman Gilbertson, seconded by Councilman Greenberg,
the meeting was adjourned at 9:20 p.m. Next regular meeting of the
City Council will be held Tuesday, April 2, 1974, 7:30 p.m. in the
Council Chamber of the City Hall.
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