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MINUTES
June 17, 1975
INITIATION:
1. Mayor Gilbertson called the regular meeting of the City Council to
order at 7:35 p.m. on Tuesday, June 17, 1975, in the Council Cham-
ber of the City Hall.
2. The invocation was given by Reverend Harvey T. Booher, First
Southern Baptist Church, 4856 N. Golden West Avenue.
3. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was led by Mayor Gilbertson.
4. ROLL CALL:
Present: Councilmen - Dennis, Greenberg ,Merritt,Tyrell,Gilbertson
Absent: Councilmen -None
Also Present: City Manager Koski, City Attorney Martin, Assistant
City Manager Biel, Planning Director Dragicevich,,
Parks and Recreation Director Kobett, Public Works
Coordinator Leonetti, Traffic Engineer Envall.
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Councilman Dennis directed attention to an error in Item 8 which
should have stated. Councilman Dennis, rather than Councilman Mer-
ritt, would like resident to be included in the notice paragraph,
and an error in Item 24 -A which should state Councilman Dennis
rather than Mayor Dennis. Councilman Greenberg moved to approve
the minutes of the regular meeting of the City Council held Tues-
day, June 3, 1975, as corrected, seconded by Councilman Merritt
and carried.
At this time, Councilman Greenberg presented a plaque to Norris Beakes
for his contributions to youth by participating in Indian Guides,
Frontiersmen, Youth Football, Little League, and Coordinating Council.
Mr. Beakes stated Temple City has meant a lot to him and he would like
to see more people involved in volunteer activities.
Margie Calamia, Chairman of the Temple City Bicentennial Committee,
presented the City with an American Revolution Bicentennial Flag,
honoring Temple City as the first city in the Congressional district
to be officially recognized by the American Revolution Bicentennial
Administration as a Bicentennial Community. She stated the membership
of the Temple City Bicentennial Committee consists of 84 families, 61
individuals, and 5 students.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
6. ORDINANCE NO. 75- 400 -A: 2nd read. RE: SUBDIVISION MAP ACT
City Attorney Martin presented background information stating City
Council, at their regular meeting held May 6, 1975, adopted Ordi-
nance No. 75 -400 as an urgency ordinance relating to the Subdivi-
sion Map -Act. City Attorney Martin presented Ordinance No. 75 -400 -A
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY AMEND-
ING CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF THE TEMPLE CITY MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING
TO SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS for second reading. Councilman Merritt
moved to waive further reading and adopt, seconded by Councilman
Greenberg and carried.
7. PUBLIC HEARING: 7:30 p.m. ZONE CHANGE FROM R -3 TO C -2 IN ZONE
CHANGE CASE 75 -441, Robert C. Stiegelmar - 9023 E. Broadway
City Manager Koski presented background information stating the
Planning Commission, at their adjourned meeting held May 29, 1975,
held public hearing and adopted Resolution No. 75 -628PC recommend-
ing to the City Council a change of zone from R -3 to C -2 for the
Council Minutes, June 17, 1975 - Page 2
outlined area. The Planning Commission recommends':this zone change
for the, following. reasons: 1) the proposed site has adequate access
and is otherwise suitable for commercial development, 2) the pro-
posed zone is compatible with existing development in the vicinity,
3) the proposed zone is compatible with the General Plan of the
City. The City Council at their regular meeting of June 3, 1975,
set public hearing on this matter for June 17, 1975.
Mayor Gilbertson declared the public hearing open.
Councilman Tyrell stated he would not participate in this matter.
Planning Director Dragicevich gave staff report outlining the
existing structures surrounding the parcel and zoning history. He
stated that Broadway is a °70 ft. wide collector with 60 ft. of
pavement at this location. Curb, gutter and sidewalk are installed,
on Broadway. An Environmental Impact Report was filed and certified
by the Planning Commission. At their adjourned meeting held May 29,
1975, the Planning Commission held public hearing and approved a
Conditional Use Permit for a• car wash to be operated at the location
subject to the change of zone.
On motion by Councilman Dennis, seconded by Councilman Greenberg
and carried, the records, minutes, and exhibits of the Planning
Commission will be made a part of City Council records.
Brian McKay, attorney for applicant, emphasized the applicant is
not seeking to conduct commercial business in a residential area.
He does not think the subject property has any chance to be devel-
oped as R -3. He further stated there would be no problem regarding
access to the facility. In response to Councilman Greenberg's
question regarding separate approaches for gas pumps and the car
wash itself, Mr. McKay informed Council there will be a direct
public access, required by law, for off - street gasoline sales.
There being no other persons wishing to speak, Councilman,Dennis
moved to close public hearing, seconded by Councilman Merritt and
carried, Councilman Tyrell abstaining.
Councilman Merritt moved to certify the Council read and reviewed
the Environmental Impact Report as approved by the Agency on
March 28, 1974 and they find no significant change to require sup -
plement thereto or new report and they considered same in arriving
at their decision, seconded by Councilman Dennis and carried,
Councilman Tyrell abstaining.
Councilman Merritt moved to approve' zone change from R -3 to C -2
in Zone Change Case 75 -441 and instruct City Attorney to prepare
appropriate ordinance:, seconded by Councilman Greenberg and .car-
ried, Councilman Tyrell abstaining..
Councilman Tyrell left the - Council Chambers at 8:04 p.m.
City Attorney Martin introduced Ordinance No. 75 -404 AN ORDINANCE
OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY PROVIDING A CHANGE OF ZONE IN ZONE
CHANGE CASE NO 75 -441 f�r first. reading by title only. Council-
man Merritt moved to waive further reading, seconded by Council-
man Greenberg and carried, Councilman Tyrell being absent.
Councilman Tyrell returned-at 8:05 p.m.
PUBLIC HEARING: 7:30 p.m. ZONE CHANGE FROM R -3 TO C -2 IN ZONE
CHANGE CASE 75 -447 -' Temple City Community Redevelopment Agency
8836 to 8929 E. Live Oak, north and south sides
8951 to 8929 E. Wedgewood, north side
8846 to 8910 E. Wedgewood, south side
City Manager Koski presented background information stating the
Planning Commission, at their° adjourned meeting held May 29, 1975,
held public hearing and adopted Resolution No. 75 -625PC recommend-
ing to the City Council a change of zone from R -3 to C -2 for the
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subject property. Their recommendation is based on the following
reasons: 1) the proposed site has. adequate access and is otherwise
suitable for commercial development 2) the proposed zone change is
compatible with existing development in the vicinity, 3) the pro-
posed zone change is compatible with the General Plan of the City
and the Redevelopment Plan as adopted by the Community Redevelop-
ment Agency. City Council, at their regular meetingiof June 3,
1975, set public hearing on this matter for June 17,' 1975.
Mayor Gilbertson declared the public hearing open.
On motion by Councilman Dennis, seconded by Councilman Merritt and
carried, the records, minutes, and exhibits of the Planning Com-
mission will be made a part of the Council hearing record.
Planning Director Dragicevich gave staff report stating the subject
property is made-up of 30 parcels, 50 dwelling units, and constitutes
approximately 11 acres. He outlined the zoning history and stated
two developers, Eltinge, Graziadio & Sampson Development Co., and
Clark Drugs, Inc., have signed the Disposition and Development Agree-
ment with the-Agency for the development of Parcel "B" as a retail
commercial shopping center. An Environmental Impact Report was pre -
pared and Notice of Completion filed with the State Resources Board
on February.25, 1974. -. At their adjourned meeting held May 29, 1975,
the Planning Commission held public hearing and recommended approval
of zone change from R -3 to C -2 in Zone Change Case No. 75 -447.
In favor:-
Karl Koski, Executive Director, Temple City Community Redevelop-
ment Agency, applicant in this matter, stated that since all Plan-
ning Commission items had been made a part of the record and the
testimony by the Planning Director adequately presented the facts,
no additional comments would be made by the Agency at this time.
In . opposition:
Edward Dilkes, attorney. representing 7 property owners in the CRA
area in an eminent domain action, felt the EIR prepared for the
project- and approved by the Community Redevelopment Agency March 28,
1974 was defective in.the,discussion of water quality standards.
He felt the sewers and drainage facilities were at capacity now and
could not sustain a project-of this size. He further stated a pro-
ject with substantial parking would augment the problem of air qual-
ity and felt another EIR should be prepared.
There being no other persons wishing to speak, Councilman Greenberg
moved to close the public hearing, seconded by Councilman: Merritt
and carried.
City Attorney Martin advised Council that City Manager Koski and
Tom Parrington, Special Counsel to Community Redevelopment Agency
went over-the-EIR-very carefully a year ago and felt it was ade
quate unless some-significant change was made in the proposal;
Mr. Parrington does not feel a zone change constitutes a signifi-
cant change.
Following brief discussion, it was the consensus of the Council
that granting a-zone change. would not constitute a significant
change. Councilman Greenberg. moved to certify the Council read
and reviewed-the-Environmental Impact Report as approved by the
Agency on March- 28, - 1974- and they- find no significant change to
require supplement thereto or new report and they considered same
in arriving-at their decision, seconded by Councilman Merritt and
carrieda
Councilman Merritt-moved to instruct City Attorney to prepare
appropriate-ordinance,-seconded by Councilman Dennis and carried.
City Attorney Martin introduced Ordinance No. 75 -405 AN ORDINANCE
OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY PROVIDING A CHANGE OF ZONE IN ZONE
CHANGE "CASE NO.'75- 447°for` first reading by title only. Council-
man Merritt moved to waive further reading., seconded by Councilman
Greenberg and carried.
Council Minutes, June 17, 1975 - Page 4
9 PUBLIC HEARING: 7:30 p.m. APPEAL FROM PLANNING COMMISSION DECISION -
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CASE NO. 75 -440 - Las Tunas, Rosemead,
Broadway, Eaton Wash
City Manager Koski presented background information stating the
Planning Commission,. at their adjourned meeting of May 29, 1975,
held public hearing and adopted Resolution No. 75 -626PC granting
a conditional use permit in Case No. 75 -440, with certain condi-
tions. City Council, at their. regular meeting of June 3, 1975,
reviewed the Planning Commission action and appealed the case,
setting public hearing. for June 17, 1975, to be heard concurrently
with the zone change and zone variance on the subject property.
Mayor Gilbertson declared the public hearing open.
On motion by Councilman Dennis, seconded by Councilman Merritt and
carried, the records, minutes, and exhibits of the Planning Com-
mission will be made a part of the Council hearing record.
Planning Director Dragicevich gave staff report-stating the area.
consists of-approximately-9 acres and is presently used predom-
inantly for single - family residential purposes. An auto body shop
and a vacant car wash are located on Las Tunas Drive. The subject
area encompasses 22 properties.
The conditional use permit refers to the building pad area west
of the public parking lot.— Total square footage within all the
buildings would be between 193,344 and 202,144 sq. ft. Total
number of parking spaces-in-this application is 303. Customers'
parking spaces are-located.on the north side of K -Mart and in
front of the stores-, size 91x20'; employees' parking is on the
west side of the structures, size 82'x20'; and 10 parking spaces
for handicapped persons, size 11'x22'. The proposed development
would require a total' of 675 parking spaces.
Mr. Dragicevich further- stated the proposed use is consistent
with the. General_ Plan and the Redevelopment Plan as adopted by
the Commun.ity.Redevelopment Agency, does not represent a signifi-
cant change from the Environmental Impact Report, and will not
have any adverse effect on drainage, sewage or utilities.
In favor:
Karl Koski, stated that since all Planning Commission items had
been made a part of the record and the testimony by the City Plan-
ning Director adequately presented the facts:, no additional comments
would be made by the Agency at this time.
Lary Milke, Eltinge, Graziadio & Sampson Development Co., stated
the documents represent their position and feels no adverse effect
on drainage, sewage, or utilities will be realized.
In, opposition:
Edward Dilkes, stated .d a conditional use permit is a land use device
and claimed that essential findings must be made that the use will
benefit the community, that the closure of stores could have an
adverse effect on the'bu°siness community, and the City is dealing
with a specific land use that requires the preparation of an
adequate Environmental Impact Report.
City Attorney Martin said there were no findings of adverse effects
on other businesses in the couiuiunity.
Penn Graham, owner of Graham's Music and past president of Chamber
o Commerce, stated development of businesses should have top pri-
ority-and sometimes competition is necessary to develop a sluggish
business, and may even provide additional business for successful
operators. She feels the proposed shopping center is a step for -
ward in bringing new business to Temple City, thus increasing ser-
vices for the residents, as well as providing additional tax dollars.
Council Minutes, June 17, 1975 - Page 5
Councilman Dennis moved to -close public hearing, seconded by
Councilman Greenberg and carried.
In response to City Attorney Martin's question, Planning Director
Dragicevich stated that the development of the shopping center would
have no adverse effect on drainage, sewage, or provision of utilities
in the area. Certain work will be required for utilities and drain-
age facilities; however, these measures were taken into consideration
previously.
Councilman Greenberg moved to certify the Council read and reviewed
the Environmental Impact Report as approved by the Agency on March 28,
1974 and they find no significant change to require supplement thereto
or new report and they considered same in arriving at their decision,
seconded by Councilman Dennis and carried.
Councilman Merri.t t moved to grant a conditional use permit in Case
No. 75 -440 based on the three findings of fact outlined in Resolu-
tion No. 75 -626PC adopted by the Planning Commission at their
adjourned meeting held May 29, 1975, seconded by Councilman Dennis
and carried.
Councilman Dennis moved to instruct City Attorney to prepare appro-
priate resolution, seconded by Councilman Merritt and carried.
10. PUBLIC HEARING: 7:30 p.m. APPEAL FROM PLANNING COMMISSION DECISION -
ZONE VARIANCE CASE NO. 75 -444 - Las Tunas, Rosemead, Broadway,
Eaton Wash
City Manager Koski presented background information stating the
Planning Commission, at their adjourned meeting of May 29, 1975,
held public hearing and adopted Resolution No. 75 -627PC granting
a variance in Zone Variance Case No. 75 -444, with certain con -
ditions. City Council, at their regular meeting of June 3, 1975,
reviewed the Planning Commission action and appealed the case,
setting public hearing for June 17, 1975, to be heard concurrently
with the conditional use permit and zone change on the subject
property.
Mayor Gilbertson opened the public hearing.
On motion by Councilman Tyrell, seconded by Mayor Gilbertson and
carried, the records, minutes, and exhibits of the Planning Com-
mission will be made a part of City Council records.
Planning Director Dragicevich gave staff report stating the basic
issue involved in this request is the reduced dimensions of parking
spaces. The required dimensions of parking spaces is 10'x20';
however, due to the fact that the Los Angeles County Sheriff's
substation requires an easement for access across the rear of the
subject property, thins decreasing the amount of area of the subject
property available for customer and employee parking. Parking
spaces for employees, west of the structures, are proposed to have
8.5'x20' dimensions, and 9'x20' °for customers.
In response to questions by City Attorney Martin, Mr. Dragicevich
stated the variance is consistent with the Redevelopment Plan; is
not inconsistent with the Environmental Impact Report; the parking
is adequately covered by the Environmental Impact Report; and the
variance would not constitute a significant change in the Environ-
mental Impact Report.
In favor:
Karl Koski, stated that since all Planning Commission items had
been made a part of the record and the testimony by the City
Planning Director adequately presented the facts, no additional
comments would be made by the Agency at this time.
Council Minutes, June 17, 1975 - Page 6
In opposition:
Edward Dilkes, said his opposition was based on 1) matter origi-
nally discussed regarding Zone Change Case No. 75 -447 and would
like to incorporate his statements made earlier rather than repeat
them, 2) the required findings for a variance as set by Government
Code Section 65906,such as finding special circumstances, location
and something-which would deprive the property of any reasonable
use as contrasted to any like it, has not been met.
Councilman Merritt stated the easement makes the subject property
different than other properties, and therefore feels the variance
is acceptable.
There being no other persons wishing to speak, Councilman Tyrell
moved to close public hearing; seconded by Mayor Gilbertson and
carried.
Councilman Greenberg- moved to certify the Council read and reviewed
the Environmental Impact Report as approved by the Agency on March
28, 1974 and they find no significant change to require supplement
thereto or new report and they considered same in arriving at their
decision, seconded by Councilman Merritt and carried.
On motion by Councilman Merritt, seconded by Councilman Dennis and
carried, the City Attorney was instructed to prepare the appropri-
ate resolution.
Mayor Gilbertson declared a recess at 9:05 p.m. Council reconvened
at 9:17 p.m., all members being present.
11. PUBLIC HEARING: 7:30 p.m. ROYAL BILLIARDS (formerly Camellia
Family Billiards) - CHANGE' OF OWNERSHIP
City Manager Koski presented background information stating an
application.had'been received for license indicating change of
ownership for the Billiards Parlor located :at 9055.E. Las Tunas
Drive.. New owner is Dawn:Ajax and license fees have been paid.
City Council, at their-regular meeting held Tuesday, June 3, 1975,
set public hearing for June 17., 1975. Deputy Gillmann of the Los
Angeles County Sheriff's Department posted notice of -the public
hearing-.and-the Sheriff`s - Report has been received and marked
approved. No appeals. have been received pursuant to this matter.
The current-hours of operation,-,as- approved by the City Council
on April 7, 1970, are Sunday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.
Mayor Gilbertson was concerned about the legal name of the appli-
cant. The 'appi cation for'business license lists Dawn Ajax; the
solicitors information sheet lists Marguerite Annette Ajax and
Randall Lee Ajax as applicants.
Deputy Gillma stated the legal name of the applicant was Marguer-
ite Annette Ajax and used the name Dawn as a nickname.
Mayor Gilbertson opened public hearing.
Marguerite Annette Ajax, 1414 Lyndhurst Avenue, Hacienda Heights,
explained she s also referred to as Dawn. She stated the business
license application was 'in -her name only as•she and her husband.
operate another business and it was her intention to operate this
business. She indicated they had owned similar establishments;.
there would be no age restrictions for customers, and no alcoholic
beverage would be served.
City Manager Koski stated two conditions to be considered by Coun-
cil in approving the change of ownership are the hours of operation
and the fact that the management must be identified with the
Sheriff's Department.
Council Minutes, June 17, 1975 - Page 7
Mayor Gilbertson expressed his concern about loitering in the
parking lot due to the close proximity to the residential district.
It was Councilman Tyrell's opinion that an adult manager should be
on the premises at all times during hours of operation. He felt
an 18 -year -old could not handle some potential problems as effec-
tively as those 21 and over.
Following brief discussion- with respect to supervision of the park-
ing lot, keeping the east door of the establishment closed at all
times, except as a fire exit, and the experience of the new owners,
Councilman Tyrell moved to continue this matter to the second meet-
ing in August, seconded by Councilman Merritt with no action taken.
Randall Ajax, husband of the applicant, stated he had operated the
amusement devices in this business for several,,,years. He is trying
to alleviate any problems and voluntarily closed the side door and
discouraged loitering. He also is trying to liquidate his other
businesses so he can operate this business, with his wife during the
evening. A.condition of his-escrow stated that prior to closing,
a permanent business license must be issued. He does not intend
to hire anyone under 21 years old as he has spent a lot of time
making improvements and feels a younger person would not be able
to handle problems within his own age group. The present daytime
manager is a responsible adult who worked for, the previous owner,
and Mr. and Mrs. Ajax would relieve him in the evening.
Marianne Milch, Chamber of Commerce, stated she had visited the
estab is ent and was treated very cordially. The outside of the
building has been improved and she asked Council to act favorably
on the Ajax's request.
Councilman Dennis moved to close public hearing, seconded by Coun-
cilman Merritt and. carried.
Councilman Dennis moved to approve the change of ownership and
grant a business license subject to the following conditions:
1) an adult manager over 21 must be on the premises at all times
during business hours and-must be cleared through the Sheriff's
Department, 2) the owners must assume respon`.sibility for parking
lot supervision so it does not become a loitering place, 3) east
door should be kept closed at all times and used only as a fire
exit, 4) the exterior of the building and parking lot must be
adequately lighted at night, seconded by Councilman Dennis and
carried.
12. PUBLIC HEARING: 7:30 p.m.. ADOPTION OF 1975 -76 BUDGET
City Manager Koski presented background information stating that
in accordance with Section 2107 of the Temple City.Municipal Code,
the City Manager has prepared and submitted to the City Council a
proposed budget for the' 1975-76 fiscal year, commencing July 1,
1975 and Council has reviewed and modified the proposed budget.
The proposed budget expenditures total $1,960,857. There was one
major change in operational expenses; i.e., addition of one 40
hour per week traffic unit in public safety. Major capital out-
lay expenditures include -the completion of phase two of Lower
Azusa Road Project and the final acquisition of additional proper-
ties contiguous to Live Oak Park to provide for park expansion.
Mayor Gilbertson opened public hearing. There being no one come
forward to speak on the subject, Councilman Greenberg moved to
close public hearing, seconded by Councilman Dennis and carried.
Councilman Merritt moved to adopt Resolution No. 75 -1462 A RESOLU-
TION OF THE CITY -0F TEMPLE CITY ADOPTING THE CITY BUDGET AND
APPROPRIATING REVENUE OF THE CITY FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 1975 -76,
seconded by Councilman Dennis and carried.
Council Minutes, June 17, 1975 - Page 8
Mayor. Gilbertson congratulated staff on such a well- developed
budget and once again Temple City has a zero tax rate for City
services.
13. PROPOSED INSTALLATION OF LEFT TURN POCKETS - Temple City Boulevard
at Olive Street
City Manager Koski presented background information stating City
Council, at their regular meeting of May 20, 1975, . continued their
consideration of left turn pockets on Temple City Boulevard at
Olive Street until such time as further information on the physical
characteristics of the intersection was available. Seven substandard
driveways and aprons would have to be upgraded at a cost of approx-
imately $225 per driveway, or $1575. Total costs for modifications
needed to create ideal conditions for left turn pockets would be
$3075. This would be in addition to the cost of left turn striping.
On motion by Councilman Tyrell, seconded by Councilman Greenberg
and carried, the information was received and filed.
14. AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT - CETA, TITLE VI
City Manager Koski presented background information stating the
County of Los Angeles has requested the City amend the agreement .
between the City and County for Title VI of the Comprehensive Edu-
cation and Training Act (CETA). The change is technical only to
comply with Department of Labor regulations. Councilman Merritt
moved to approve the amendment to agreement and authorize Mayor and
City Clerk to sign, seconded by Councilman Greenberg and carried.
15. PROJECT AGREEMENT: 1974 STATE PARK BOND ACT LIVE OAK PARK
City Manager Koski presented background information stating City
Council, at their regular•meeting held July 2, 1974, adopted
Resolution 74 -1376 approving application for 1974 State grant funds
for the Live Oak Park acquisition and development project. Notice
of Intent was filed with -the Office of Intergovernmental Manage-
ment February 10, 1975. Staff submitted Interim Application for
State Park Bond funds, together with the required documents on
May 9, 1975.
The State Department of Parks and Recreation has now submitted the
Project Agreement for Council's approval. Councilman Dennis moved
to approve agreement and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to
sign, seconded by Councilman Merritt and carried.
NEW BUSINESS:
16. RENEWAL OF AGREEMENT: COMMUNITY RECREATION PROGRAM WITH TEMPLE
CITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT - 1 year period
City Manager Koski presented background information stating the
current agreement with the Temple City Unified School District
expires June 30, 1975. The Director of Parks and Recreation has
reviewed the agreement and recommends that it be renewed without
change. The agreement provides the City will conduct a supervised
recreation program within the limits of the City and at Emperor.
School;' the District -shall make available without charge, facil-
ities, equipment, supplies-and bus transportation, and that the
City be responsible to pay all charges it should incur with
respect to the operation of such community recreation program.
Councilman Tyrell moved to approve renewal of agreement and a thor-
,ize Mayor and City Clerk to sign, seconded by Mayor Gilbertson and
carried
17. PROPOSED SALE AND OFF -SITE RELOCATION OF STRUCTURES - EXPANSION
OF LIVE OAK PARK
City Manager Koski presented background information stating City
Council, at their regular meeting held June 3, 1975, authorized
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placing the last two houses on Daines Drive, which are adjacent
to Live Oak Park, into escrow pursuant to the sales agreement
between City of Temple City and Live Oak Rentals, In order to
dispose of the seven houses contiguous to Live Oak Park, it is
suggested a notice of intent to solicit bids for the sale of City
owned improvements be published June 29, 1975, calling for a bid
opening of July 10, 1975.
Councilman Greenberg moved to authorize staff to solicit bids for
the sale and off -site relocation of seven houses contiguous to
Live Oak Park, seconded by Councilman Merritt and carried.
18. RESOLUTION NO. 75-1463: EMPLOYMENT OF PERSONNEL (Budgeted)
Councilman Tyrell moved to adopt Resolution No. 75 -1463 A RESOLU-
TION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY APPOINTING
PERSONNEL, seconded by Councilman Dennis and carried.
19. A. RESOLUTION NO. 75- 1464: ADOPTING SALARY SCHEDULE AND PAY PLAN
Councilman,Greenberg moved to adopt Resolution No. 75 -1464 A RESO-
LUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY ADOPTING A
SALARY SCHEDULE AND PAY PLAN seconded by Councilman Merritt and
carried,
B. RESOLUTION NO. 75 -1466: RELATING TO THE SALARY OF THE CITY
ATTORNEY
Mayor Gilbertson moved to adopt Resolution No. 75 -1466 A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY RELATING TO THE SALARY OF THE CITY ATTOR-
NEY seconded by Councilman Merritt and carried.
20. RESOLUTION NO. 75 -1465: WARRANTS & DEMANDS, Demand Nos. 2235 thru
2305 in the amount of $102,959.35
Councilman Merritt moved to adopt Resolution No. 75 -1465 A RESOLU-
TION OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY ALLOWING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE
SUM OF $102,959..35, DEMAND NOS. 2235 THRU 2305 seconded by Council -
man Greenberg and carried.
21. COMMUNICATIONS
A. Request. for Temporary Closure of Rowland Avenue - Wendon
Avenue to Flaherty Street
City Manager Koski presented background information stating the City
had received a petition from the property owners on Rowland Avenue
bewteen Wendon Avenue and Flaherty Street to close Rowland Avenue
within these limits from 4:0.0 to 11:00 p.m. on Friday,. July 4,
1975. The Sheriff's Department and Fire Department will be notified
of the specifics of the street closure. The property owners will
be required to clean the street prior to reopening at 11 p.m.
Councilman Greenberg moved to approve request for temporary closure
of Rowland Avenue between Wendon Avenue and Flaherty Street subject
to above conditions, seconded by Councilman Dennis and carried.
22. TIME FOR THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO SPEAK:
Marianne Milch''introdu.ced Gene Ekternkamp,.G.E Carpet Cleaners,
as the-new Director of the Chamber of Commerce. She hopes members
of the Council would be able to attend the installation June 28.
RECESS TO CRA:
The City Council recessed at 10:05 p.m. to meet as the Community Rede-
velopment Agency, all members being present, approved the minutes of the
regular meeting held June 3, 1975, held public hearing for proposed sale
and off -site relocation of structures, approved request for payment from
Council Minutes, June 17, 1975 - Page 10
Southern . California Edison Company for temporary installation at Sheriff's
Station, adopted resolution approving warrants and demands, and approved
request to authorize construction of sewers. Minutes are set forth in
full in the minutes of that Agency.
RECONVENE TO CITY COUNCIL:
23. ACTION ON REQUESTS BY CRA:
A. Approval of Southern California Edison Plans for Underground
Utility District No. 3
City Manager Koski presented background information stating the
Countunity Redevelopment Agency has reviewed Southern California
Edison Company plans and recommends the City Council approve them.
They include the previously authorized street lights; the under -
grounding of all electrical facilities on Rosemead Boulevard and
Broadway; and provisions for underground service to the Redevelop-
ment project and future redevelopment on both Rosemead Boulevard
and Broadway.
Councilman Merritt moved to approve Southern California Edison
plans for Underground Utility District No. 3, seconded by Council-
man Dennis and carried.
B. Request for Payment to Southern California Edison Company -
Temporary Installation at Sheriff's Station
On motion by Councilman Greenberg, seconded by Councilman Dennis
and carried, Council authorized payment of $570.26 to Southern
California Edison Company for a temporary installation at the
Sheriff's Station in order to clear the building pad site of the
existing pole line.
C. Request for Funds
Councilman Merritt moved to approve an advance of additional funds
in the amount of $87,451..55 as a loan to the Community Redevelop-
ment Agency and amend the agreement with the Agency accordingly,
seconded by Councilman Dennis and carried.
D. Request to Authorize Construction of Sewers
Councilman Dennis .moved to authorize staff to provide plans and
secure bids for the construction of the sewer line relating to the
Sheriff's Station, which would allow the existing sewer line in
Live Oak Avenue to be abandoned due to the construction of the
shopping center, seconded by Councilman Tyrell and carried.
24. MATTERS FROM CITY Or t CIALS':
A. Reappointment of Commissioners
Councilman Merritt - moved '.to confirm reappointment of Commissioners
as follows: Al Driver, Al Nunamaker,.Elloise Konrad, Parking Com-
mission; Phil Andrews, Frank Villar, Parks & Recreation Commission;
Tom Atkins, Planning Commission; John Garver, Henry Stegmann, Traf-
fic Commission; all terms expiring. June 30, 1977, seconded by
Councilman Greenberg' and carried.
B. Public Telephone at Live Oak Park
City Manager' Koski presented' background information stating Pacific
Telephone Company had provided' a pay telephone at Live Oak Park
without charge for many years. Recently, the phone enclosure was
badly vandalized and the Telephone Company removed the phone and
will not reinstall unless the City takes responsibility for the
phone cost. Further discussions with Pacific Telephone repre-
sentatives indicate a possible solution can be derived. Council
recommended that no further action be taken at this time.
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C. City Insurance Renewal
City Manager Koski presented background information stating the
City was notified of a premium increase and coverage change in the
City's insurance policy after submittal of the proposed budget.
IPC Gulf will no longer ipsure liability limits to $1,000,000; the
new limit will be. $300,000 with no deductible. This necessitates
purchasing excess insurance to meet a $1,000,000 limit. The increase
in premium is from $7,050 to $11,823. In order to verify the insur-
ance market, a proposal was solicited from Christ and Spang in the
amount of $12,000. After reviewing both proposals, City Attorney
Martin recommended continuing the coverage with our present carrier.
Councilman Dennis moved to renew insurance coverage with the City's
present carrier, Ray Infantino & Co. in the amount of $11,823,
seconded by Councilman Merritt and carried, Councilman Greenberg
abstaining,
D. Mayor Gilbertson stated he issued a proclamation designating
June 14 -30 Declaration of Tax Relief Days in Temple City and wants
to encourage citizens to affiliate with the Concerned Taxpayers of
San Gabriel Valley. He also issued a formal announcement to Mayors
and Councilmen of 30 cities to attend a dinner meeting June 26 to
discuss the formation of'a`Foothill Cities Association to address
itself to expanded cooperative effort in areas of more localized
concern to our cities and the possibility of establishing a Com-
mittee of Elected Officials to study, submit information, and make
recommendation to our cities relating to possible changes in our
existing County government.
Mayor Gilbertson has also been invited to speak at "God and Country
Day" at Temple City Park on July 4, sponsored by the Temple City
Baptist Temple. He further stated that interest has been expressed
by some local service clubs to build a gazebo in the middle of Tem-
ple City Park. This would alleviate problems associated with annual
music programs in the park.'
E. It was Councilman Tyrell's' opinion that in reference to County
government, sometimes taxation with representation is worse than
taxation without representation.
F. Councilman Dennis directed Council's attention to second
semester comments from youngsters enrolled in the Citizen and. the
Law Program at Cleminson School. He noted more negative responses
than in the first semester. comments. He also stated Jerry Seibert
has set up the first meeting with the JayCee's for June 19, to
discuss proposed developments at Live Oak Park.
G. Councilman Merritt stated a recent cartoon by Conrad in the Los
Angeles Times had a picture of Vice President Rockefeller. The
caption read "Character Assassin ". He felt the cartoon itself is
guilty of the same thing.
H. Councilman Greenberg was supportive about the plans to acquire
the last two properties near Live Oak Park and the fact that money
from the State Department of Parks and Recreation will be forth-
coming. He also wished Public Works Coordinator Leonetti good
luck, on behalf of Council, in his new job with Los Angeles County.
25. ADJOURNMENT:
On motion by Mayor Gilbertson, seconded by Councilman Greenberg,
City Council adjourned at 10:28 p.m. Next regular meeting of the
City Council will be held Tuesday, July 1, 1975, 7:30 p.m. in the
Council Chamber of the City Hall.
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