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MINUTES
JUNE 18, 1974
INITIATION:
1. Mayor Dennis called the regular meeting of the City Council to
order at 7:32 p.m. on Tuesday, June 18, 1974, in the Council
Chamber of the City Hall.
2. The invocation was given by Mr, Michael Burnham, Deacon, Temple
City Southern Baptist Church, 5221 El Monte Avenue, Temple City.
3. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Mayor Dennis.
4. ROLL CALL:
Present: Councilmen- Gilbertson,Greenb erg,Merritt,Tyrell,Dennis
Absent: Councilmen -None
Also Present: City Manager Koski, City Attorney Martin, Planning
Director Dragicevich, Assistant to the City Manager
Biel, Director of Parks and Recreation Kobett,
Public Works Coordinator Leonetti
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Councilman Merritt moved to approve the minutes of the regular
meeting of the City Council held June 4, 1974, as written, seconded
by Councilman Gilbertson and carried.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
6. PUBLIC HEARING: 7:30 p.m. Adoption of 1974 -75 Budget
City Manager Koski advised that the 1974-75 Proposed Budget had been
submitted to the City Council on May 24, 1974, pursuant to the
Municipal Code and City Charter, that study sessions with
Commissions had been concluded, and that modifications and amend-
ments had been included in the final draft of the Proposed Budget.
Mayor Dennis declared the Public Hearing open and invited those
present who wished to speak relative to the budget to come forward.
There being no one in the audience to come forward, Councilman
Gilbertson moved to close the Public Hearing, seconded by Councilman
Merritt and carried.
City Manager Koski presented Resolution No. 74-1368 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 1974 -75, in the total amount of $1,722,387, by title
only. Councilman Gilbertson moved to adopt, seconded by Councilman
Greenberg and carried unanimously.
7. RESOLUTION NO. 74 -1371: Adopting a Salary Schedule and Pay Plan
City Manager Koski, pursuant to action taken by City Council at
their Personnel Session regarding classifications and salary
schedules, presented Resolution No. 74 -1371 entitled A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY ADOPTING A SALARY
SCHEDULE AND PAY PLAN, by title only. Councilman Gilbertson moved
to adopt, seconded by Councilman Merritt and carried unanimously.
8 PUBLIC HEARING: 7:30 p.m. Proposed Amendments to the General Plan
City Manager Koski presented background information, stating the
Planning Commission, at their regular meeting of May 14, 1974, made
recommendations, pursuant to Section 65860 of the Government Code,
to amend the General Plan of the City. The proposed amendments to
the General Plan map include: 1) changes in classification of
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generalized land use adding a fourth residential category, High
Density, and amend density ranges in existing categories;
2) changes from Low Medium to High Medium in the areas as pointed
out by Planning Director Dragicevich on posted exhibits to include
the west side of Oak Avenue, south of Las Tunas Drive, both sides
of Welland Avenue and the west side of Santa Anita Avenue north
of Daines Drive, the west side of Santa Anita Avenue between Daines
Drive and Freer Street, and fronting on Lower Azusa Road between
Baldwin Avenue and Glickman Avenue; and 3) change from Low Medium
Density Residential to Commercial for the area fronting on Lower
Azusa Road between Arden Drive and the eastern City boundary.
City Attorney Martin advised that the Attorney General had rendered
an opinion that amendments to the General Plan require an Environmental
Impact Report be considered by the public agencies when considering
amendments to the General Plan, and accordingly, Council should hold
Public Hearing and take the matter under submission, unless the
recommendations of the Planning Commission are not approved, until an
Environmental Impact Report can be prepared,
Planning Director Dragicevich demonstrated on maps the areas referred
to, the existing zoning, current General Plan uses and proposed
General Plan uses, and what is presently existing in the areas under
consideration. Mr. Dragicevich stated the proposed amendments to
the General Plan were the first proposals made in 1974 pursuant to
Section 95860 of the Government Code requiring the Zoning Map and
the General Plan of the City be compatible, that staff analysis
indicates traffic increase would be approximately 750 car trips
per day, the number of school children increased from 82 to an
estimated 95, and that if these areas were developed to their highest
density the Fire Department and respective water companies would be
contacted to upgrade their system.
In answer to a question. by Councilman Gilbertson, Mr. Dragicevich
stated the alternative to comply with the state mandate, would be
to downgrade zoning to comply with the General Plan.
Mayor Dennis directed Council's attention to a petition, with 173
signatures, indicating opposition to the increase in density as
established by the General Plan, and 'letter from two residents
representing Area 7A per memo dated June 14, 1974 and on file in
the City Clerk's office. Councilman Gilbertson moved to make the
letters and the petition a part of the record, seconded by Council-
man Greenberg and carried.
Mayor Dennis declared the public hearing open, and advised the pro-
posed amendments would he discussed in the order as listed in memo
dated June 14, 1974.
Item I.
Mr. Reynold Blunk, 10922 Wildflower, stated that apparently the
City is not proposing to create high density at this time, and
does not object to the lowering of the other categories.
Mr. Bob Pitts, 10793 Da±nswood Drive, questioned the changes in
classification and was advised by Mayor Dennis that prior to November
43 dwelling units per acre was allowed in R -4 zoned areas which is
now being modified to 36.
Item II.
Area 14B:
Mrs. Donald McGinnis, 5812 Alessandro, stated the area on the west
side of Oak Avenue, south of Las Tunas Drive has small lots, most
with rear apartments, and she would like to see the area remain low
density.
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Area 7A:
Mr. Reynold Blunk, 10922 Wildflower Avenue, stated the General Plan now
calls for low medium density on Santa Anita Avenue and on both sides of
Welland, except for some R -1 zoned property, with the proposed change
there would no longer be a buffer zone, many people in the area object
to any increase in traffic. Mr. Blunk suggested the alternative of re-
zoning to R -2.
Mr. Pat Owens, 5341 Santa Anita, brought Council's attention to the num-
ber of signatures on the petition and the Council attendance in support
of the petition.
Mrs. Robert Holden, 5413 Santa Anita, stated _she had recently thought
seriously about moving because her property is next to an apartment
house, which, in her opinion, cause serious problems in the neighborhood,
and that zoning to a higher density would be an invitation to more apart-
ment development.
Mr. Bob Pitts, 10793 Daineswood Drive, stated his property is adjacent
to McCulloch Avenue and since recent apartments were developed, the
traffic had increased 200 %; that if area #7A is increased, the remaining
area will eventually be rezoned for higher density and he is against it.
Mrs. Veronica Taft, 5326 Farago, stated in her opinion the proposed
amendments to the General Plan are an effort to 'correct mistakes in
zoning and to increase the percentage of people with no financial, po-
litical or psychological responsibility to the community.
In favor:
John Provine, 5329 Santa Anita, stated he bought his property as specu-
lation and understood it was R -3 and could put units on it.
John Phillips, 5323 Santa Anita, stated he bought his property to sell
to assist him in his retirement and favored the higher density.
Bill Frost, 650 W. Duarte, stated people with large properties that
could be developed under higher density were entitled to the Council's
protection of R -3 zoning.
Area 7B:
Mr. Frost stated he bought property in the area intending to build
quality apartments.
Wayne Johnson, 5337 Farago, stated there is no guarantee as to how many
children would live in the area at some given time in the future.
Leo Bryan, 5329 Farago, opposed the proposed change because of increased
traffi-c volume.
Lloyd Voorhes, 5332 Farago, stated he had circulated the petition pre-
sented, quoted the Mayor's statement in the Temple City Times re: hard
line attitude on density, that he had checked with the office of Assem-
b•lyman,Karabian and was advised the City could downgrade the zoning to
conform with the General. Plan.
Maxine Davenport, 5347 Welland, stated she purchased R -3 property hoping
to sell in the future, and is in favor of a higher density for condo -'
minium development.
Mrs. Frank Stunden, 5355 N. Santa Anita, stated that land, because of the
large size of the properties should be carefully developed, that she is
in favor of the General Plan allowing for condominiums.
Area #15:
No one came forward to speak.
Area #10:
No one came forward to speak.
Council Minutes, June 18, 1974 - Page 4
Councilman Tyrell moved to disapprove Planning Commission recom-
mentation changing density from Low Medium to High Medium in
Area 14B in memo dated June 14, 1974, seconded by Mayor Dennis and
carried on a roll call vote:
ROLL CALL:
AYES: Councilmen- Gilbertson, Greenberg,Merritt,Tyrell,Dennis
NOES: Councilmen -None
Councilman Tyrell moved to disapprove Planning Commission recom-
mendation changing density from Low Medium to High Medium in
Areas 7A and 7B in memo dated June 14, 1974, seconded by Councilman
Gilbertson and carried on a voice vote.
Councilman Merritt moved to disapprove Planning Commission recom-
mendation changing density from Low Medium to High Medium with
respect to Area 15 in memo dated June 14, 1974, seconded by
Councilman Gilbertson and carried on a voice vote.
Councilman Tyrell moved to disapprove Planning Commission recom-
mendation changing density from Low Medium Residential to Commercial
with respect to Area 10, which motion died for lack of second.
Councilman Gilbertson moved to continue Public Hearing on Item I
and Item III as listed in memo dated June 14, 1974, to the regular
meeting of City Council to be held August 20, 1974 to consider an
Environmental Impact Report, seconded by Councilman Merritt and
carried unanimously.
9. ORDINANCE NO. 74 -386: 2nd read. Changing Zone of Certain Properties
from R -1 to RPD (Baldwin)
City Attorney Martin presented Ordinance No. 74-386 entitled AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY CHANGING THE ZONE OF CERTAIN
PROPERTIES FROM R -1 TO RPD (BALDWIN) for second reading by title
only. Councilman Merritt moved to waive further reading and adopt,
seconded by Councilman Greenberg and carried unanimously.
10. RESOLUTION NO. 74 -1367: Tentative Tract Map No. 32040
Pursuant to Council action June 4, 1974, approving Tentative Tract
Map No. 32040,; City Attorney Martin presented. Resolution No. 74 -1367
entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY
APPROVING A TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP (TRACT 32040) for adoption.
Councilman Gilbertson moved to adopt. Resolution No 74- 1367, seconded
by Councilman Merritt and carried unanimously,
ORDINANCE NO 74 -387:' 1st read. Minor Lot Line Adjustments
Pursuant to Council instruction June 4, 1974, City Attorney Martin
presented Ordinance No.` 74 -387 AN ORDINANCE THE. CITY, OF TEMPLE
CITY AMENDING SECTION 9605 OF THE TEMPLE CITY 'ZONING CbDE RELATING
TO MINOR LOT LINE ^:ADJUSTMENTS by title only Councilman Gilbertson
moved, to waive further reading, seconded by 'Councilman Greenberg
and carried.
12. TRACT NO 30403 (5540-5602 N Temple City Boulevard) Approval of
Water System - Release of Faithful Performance Bond and Subdivision
Water System Agreement, Form A -3C.
City Manager Koski presented background information, stating the
City Engineer; :by' letter 'dated :June 6, 1974, has advised that the
installation of the water main system and appurtenances for
Tract No. 30403 have been inspected and fire flow` tested to the
satisfaction of the Fire Chief and the work has been completed in
accordance with plans and specifications approved by the City
Engineer. City Engineer further recommends City release the Sub-
division Water System Agreement, Form A -3C and the Bond for `Faith-
ful Performance in the amount of $5,000.
Council Minutes, June 18, 1974 - Page 5
Councilman Gilbertson moved to approve all work that has been completed
as required by the Subdivision Water System Agreement, Form A -3C for
Tract 3040.3 and release the Subdivision Water System Agreement, Form
A -3C, and the Bond for Faithful Performance in the amount of $5,000,
seconded by Councilman Merritt and carried.
NEW BUSINESS:
13. RECOMMENDATIONS FROM TRAFFIC COMMISSION - Meeting of June 5, 1974
A. Weight Limit Regulations - Sultana Avenue: Emperor to Longden
City Manager Koski presented background information, stating the,Traf-
fic Commission reviewed Traffic Engineer's report made in response to
numerous complaints by residents regarding speed of traffic and heavy
truck traffic on Sultana Avenue between Emperor and Longden Avenue; that
Traffic Commission recommends a 3 -ton weight limit sign and post be
placed on the south side of Emperor Avenue at . the east line of Rosemead
Boulevard, enabling the Sheriff's Department to enforce this restriction
on Sultana.
Councilman Merritt moved to approve and place a 3 -ton weight limit sign
and post on south side of Emperor Avenue at the east line of Rosemead
Boulevard, seconded by Councilman Gilbertson and carried.
B. Rosemead Boulevard Uniform Traffic Control Report
City Manager Koski presented background information, stating the Traffic
Commission, at their regular meeting held June 5, 1974, reviewed the 6
page suuunary of recommendations made by the Uniform Traffic Control Ad-
visory Committee of Los Angeles County, for Rosemead Boulevard within
the City of Temple City and recommended that the recommendations be
turned over to the Department of Transportation for their implementation
with tho exception of Item #14 of that report. Traffic Commission also
recommended to City Council that a letter be forwarded to the Department
of Transportation requesting the State to implement the recommendations,
and a letter to Supervisor Schabarum informing of the City's action,
Councilman-Gilbertson moved to instruct staff to prepare letters to the
State Department of Transportation requesting the State to implement the
recommendations of the Uniform Traffic Control Advisory Committee of Los
Angeles County with the e,::ception of Item #14 and with the exception of
the interconnect between Las Tunas Drive and Broadway, and to prepare a
letter to Supervisor Schabarum informing of the City's action seconded
by Councilman Greenberg and carried.
C. Gidley Street, south side - Cloverly Avenue to Temple City Blvd.
City Manager Koski presented background information, stating the Traffic
Commission, at their regular meeting held June 5, 1974, reviewed the
configuration of right of way on Gidley Street-west of Temple City Boul-
evard and recommended City Council adopt a resolution declaring that it
is in the best public interest to incorporate certain undedicated portions
of Gidley Street into public right of way in order to avoid further traf-
fic confusion, to allow existing traffic regulations on the currently
undedicated portions, to maintain and upgrade existing deteriorated pave-
ment, and to initiate the installation of curb and gutter improvements.
Councilman Tyrell moved' to set Public Hearing July 16, notify the property
owners, and instruct the City Attorney to prepare the appropriate resolu-
tion, seconded by Councilman Merritt and carried.
14. APPEAL FROM PLANNING COMMISSION'APPROVAL ZONE VARIANCE CASE 74 -417,
8755 Hermosa Avenue
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City Manager Koski presented background information, stating the
Planning Commission, at their regular meeting held May 28, 1974,
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held public hearing and adopted Resolution No. 74 -559PC granting
a variance to divide the subject property into two parcels, each
having less than the required average lot width; an appeal to the
Planning Commission approval of this zone variance was filed
within the prescribed period of time.
Councilman Merritt moved to set Public Hearing July 2, 1974,
seconded by Councilman Tyrell and carried,
I 15. RESOLUTION NO. 74 -1369: Employment of Temporary Personnel
City Manager Koski presented Resolution No. 74-1369 entitled A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY APPOINTING
TEMPORARY PERSONNEL by title only. Councilman Gilbertson moved to
adopt, seconded by Councilman Greenberg and carried.
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16. RESOLUTION NO. 74 -1370: WARRANTS & DEMANDS, Demands Nos. 154 thru
251 in the amount of $41,095.30
City Manager Koski presented Resolution No, 74 -1370 entitled A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY ALLOWING
CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $41,095.30, DEMAND NOS. 154 THRU
251. Councilman Merritt moved to adopt, seconded by Councilman
Gilbertson and carried.
17. COMMUNICATIONS:
A. Theta Cable Company
A communication requesting-delay in further construction of the
CATV system in Temple City until December 1975.
Mr. John Canfield, Theta Cable Company, 2939 Nebraska, Los Angeles,
stated that Theta Cable Company has now received Certificate of
Compliance from Federal Communications Commission and normally
would proceed with construction, however, they are asking for an
extension for three reasons; 1) new FCC rules which substantially
alter the previously existing balance between the investment in
system construction and performance standards and the revenue base
required to support a CATV Fystem, 2) the high lending interest
rate, and 3) non - availability of risk capital for construction of
cable systems from normal lending sources. Mr. Canfield stated
if City Council grants an extension, but wishes to proceed with
construction and can find another company, Theta would be willing
to make their facilities available to that company; if an extension
is denied, it is most likely Theta will default.
Councilman Gilbertson moved to continue Theta Cable Company request
for an extension to delay construction of the CATV system in Temple
City to December 1975 for further consideration, seconded by
Councilman Tyrell and carried.
B. Mrs. Sylvia Blair - Claim for Damages
A communication from State Farm Insurance on behalf of their insured,
Mrs.,Sylvia Blair, 2016 Alberta, Apt 8, Rowland Heights, California,
claiming damage to her vehicle alleged to have occurred June 9, 1974
in the parking lot at Live Oak Park. Councilman Gilbertson moved
to deny claim and refer to City's insurance carrier, seconded by
Councilman Tyrell and carried.
C. Church of the Nazarene
A communication advising the City of Arcadia, on May 7, 1974,
approved de- annexation of their property and requesting annexation
to the City of Temple City. Councilman Merritt moved to adopt
Resolution No. 74 -1372 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF TEMPLE CITY GIVING NOTICE OF PROPOSED ANNEXATION AND DESIGNATING
IT AS ANNEXATION 74 -1 by title only, seconded by Councilman
Gilbertson and carried.
Council Minutes, June 18, 1974 - Page 7
18. TIME FOR THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO SPEAK:
Mr. Lloyd Voorhes, 5332 Farago, thanked the Council for the decision to
disapprove change from Low Density to High Medium in the proposed amend-
ments to the General Plan, stating their decision showed Council listened
to the people.
Mr. Dick Lucas, 5301 Zadell, advised City Council that residents affected
by Ordinance No. 74 -386 changing the zone of certain properties from R -1
to RPD (Baldwin) will publish a notice of intention to circulate an initi-
ative petition.
Penny Graham, . President, Temple City Chamber of Commerce, expressed her
appreciation for the encouragement and cooperation she had received from
the City Council during her year as President. Mrs. Graham also advised
the next Social Mixer will be held Wednesday, June 26, 1974 at Graham's
Music.
RECESS TO CRA
The City Council recessed at 9:17 p.m. to meet as the Community Redevelopment
Agency.
Council convened as the Community Redevelopment Agency, approved the minutes
of the regular meeting held June 4, 1974; approved amendment to the Disposi-
tion and Development Agreement executed by the Coldwell Banker Fund, appraisal
of all but three properties of the first 17 have been completed, the appraisal
report for the remaining 38 properties will reach the Agency by July 1, 1974,
staff is working with the Acquisition Agency to initiate the acquisition pro -
cedures for the first 17 parcels, the first two property owners having signed
escrow instructions today. The minutes of the Community Redevelopment Agency
are set forth in full in the minutes of that Agency.
IMr. Tyrell moved to adjourn to the next meeting of the Conm unity Redevelopment
Agency to be held Tuesday, July 2, 1974, seconded by Mr. Gilbertson and carried.
Meeting adjourned at 9:31 p.m.
RECONVENE AS CITY COUNCIL:
19. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS:
A. Request for refund of Business License Fee - Linda's Plant Parlor
City Manager Koski advised that City had received a request to refund
business license fee in the amount of $17.50 for application withdrawn
following Fire Department investigation and numerous attempts by Plan-
ning Staff to make its investigation. Councilman Greenberg moved to
deny request for refund in the amount of $17.50 seconded by Councilman
Gilbertson and carried.
B. Progress Payment - Longden Avenue et al
Councilman Gilbertson moved to authorize payment of $35,346.59 to D & W
Paving, Inc. for work completed on Longden Avenue et al, seconded by
Councilman Tyrell and carried.
C. Disability Insurance for City Personnel
Councilman Gilbertson moved to authorize City Clerk to sign application
for disability coverage for Standard Insurance Comapny, and authorize a
warrant for $400 to bind the coverage, seconded by Councilman Merritt
and carried.
D. City Council received a report on recent visitation to Magdelena de
Kino by members and friends of the Temple City Sister. City Association
prepared by Mr. Al Nunamaker, official representative of City Council.
Council Minutes, June 18, 1974 - Page 8
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E. Councilman Gilbertson moved to adopt Resolution No. 74 -1373
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY REPEALING
RESOLUTION NO. 69 -906 RELATING TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A YOUTH
COMMISSION, seconded by Councilman Tyrell and carried.
In reviewing the accomplishments of the Youth Commission,-it was the
consensus of the City Council not to continue the Youth Commission as
a youth advisory body, and requested the present members of the Youth
Commission assist the City Council in reviewing alternate means of
providing youth input in a more effective manner. In this regard, a
Joint Meeting of the City Council /Youth Commission will be held
Wednesday, June 26, 1974, 7:30 p.m. at the City Hall to discuss various
ways for youth participation in local government.
F. Emergency Generator Engine
Councilman Tyrell moved to authorize staff to accept low bid of Lawless
Detroit Diesel in the amount of $15,682,70, and to appropriate additional
funds in the amount of $2,300 and amend the adopted 1973 -74 budget
accordingly, seconded by Councilman Gilbertson and carried.
G. Councilman Tyrell moved to confirm Commission appointments as
follows: Al Millham and Robert Ross, re- appointed to the Parking
Commission; Bud Adams, Jerry Seibert, re- appointed to the Parks and
Recreation Commission; Frank Stack, appointed to the Parks and Recreation
Commission; Tom Breazeal, Carl Clark, Don Lawson and Bob Stacy, re-
appointed to the Planning Commission; Rich Abrahm, Darryl Bender and
Ken Eastman, re- appointed to the Traffic Commission, all terms expiring
June 30, 1976, seconded by Councilman Merritt and carried.
H. Staff was directed to submit material re: Liability Insurance
for City Council action at their adjourned meeting to be held Wednesday,
June 26, 1974.
I. In answer to Councilman Greenberg's question re: bicycle riding
offenders in City parks, City Manager Koski advised that park personnel
have initiated a program of calling the Sheriff's Department.
J. Councilman Merritt directed staff's attention to property nuisance
on Oak Avenue across from Thrifty Drug where the residential structure
and surrounding premises is generally in poor state of run down
condition, including broken window, weeds and trash. Mr. Merritt also
inquired re: traffic signal operation at Las Tunas Drive and Primrose.
Public Works Coordinator Leonetti advised that the work on the inter -
connect should be completed by mid - August.
K. Mayor Dennis advised that property at 10202 and 10218 Daines Drive,
across from the newly acquired property for the expansion of Live Oak
Park is in poor condition.
20. ADJOURNMENT:
On motion by Councilman Gilbertson, seconded by Councilman Tyrell,
Council adjourned to a Joint Meeting to be held with the Youth
Commission, Wednesday, June 26, 7:30 p.m. in the City Hall, following
which they will adjourn to their regular meeting to be held Tuesday,
July 2, 1974, at 7:30 p.m. The meeting adjourned at 9:53 p.m.
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ATTEST:
Chie
Deputy y y Clerk