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MINUTES
April 6, 1976
INITIATION:
1. Mayor Gilbertson called the regular meeting of the City Council to
order at 7:32 p.m. on Tuesday, April 6, 1976, in the Council
Chamber of the City Hall.
2. The invocation was given by Reverend David Brinkley, Church of
Christ, 5272 N. Sereno Drive.
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
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Councilman Dennis moved to approve the minutes of the regular
meeting held March 16, 1976, as written, seconded by Councilman
Greenberg and carried.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
6. PUBLIC HEARING: APPEAL FROM PLANNING COMMISSION DECISION - CONDI-
TIONAL USE PERMIT CASE NO. 76 -466 - Free Standing Sign
City Manager Koski presented background information stating the
Planning Commission, at their regular meeting of February 10, 1976,
approved Conditional Use Permit Case No. 76 -466 relating to the
construction of a savings and loan building in the Rosemead Boule-
vard Redevelopment Project, a future bank building, and.a free-
standing (pylon) sign in the Agency parking lot. The Community
Redevelopment Agency, at their meeting of February 17, 1976, con
curred with the Planning Commission Resolution No. 76 -681PC as
to the location and construction of the savings and loan building,
but appealed the decision regarding the location and type. of pylon
sign as proposed. The Agency is concerned that if this sign were
approved, other such signs would be requested and would present the
possibility of sign clutter. This public hearing was continued
from the March 16, 1976 meeting.
Planning Director Dragicevich directed Council's attention to several
exhibits that presented alternate sign possibilities. Staff visited
other shopping centers and found signs to be 8 -12 ft. high instead
of the proposed 35 ft. height desired by the developer; however,
these signs were in a different geographical location and used
different materials and designs. Mr. Dragicevich pointed out a
sign that would incorporate all the major tenants with an approxi-
mate-height of 26 ft. with the minimum height from the ground to
the first sign being 8 ft.
Rainer Melschau, EGSMetro Development Co., requested continuance
the meeting to a future Study Session to allow time to work
out the appropriate sign criteria which would enable their archi-
tects to prepare a final proposal for consideration by Council.
PeggMilfeld, 6443 Golden West, offered a citizen's opinion on
thie issue, She stated she has not had any difficulty finding a
store located at a crossroad such as Rosemead Boulevard and Las
Tunas Drive and tends to agree that a large sign is sometimes a
detraction. Further, her husband is in the sign building business
and feels that a sign does not have to stand 35 feet to be easily
located.
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Following brief discussion, Councilman Tyrell moved to continue
the public hearing to the regular City Council meeting to be
held May 4, 1976 with the matter also being a part of the Study
Session to be held May 3, 1976, seconded by Councilman Greenberg
and carried.
7 PUBLIC HEARING: TENTATIVE TRACT NO. 32644 - 9925 -41 Garibaldi
City Manager Koski presented background information stating the
Planning Commission, at their regular meeting of March 9, 1976,
adopted Resolution No. 76 -686PC approving Tentative Tract No. 32644
subject to a variance for substandard lot widths for four of the
eight parcels proposed, with conditions, The subject property is
located between Agnes and Rowland on the north side of the street
and presently consists of five parcels fronting 250 ft. on Garibaldi
Avenue. The project contains a gross area of 1.72 acres and it is
proposed to subdivide the properties into eight parcels, with a
single- family residence on each parcel. City Council, at their
regular meeting of March 16, 1976, set public hearing for April 6,
1976.
Mayor Gilbertson declared the public hearing open. Councilman
Merritt moved to include the Planning Commission minutes as part
of the record, seconded by Councilman Dennis and carried.
Planning Director Dragicevich gave staff report stating that the
existing houses would be demolished and removed; that the proposed
cul -de -sac will have 36 ft. of paved road surface and 5 ft. of
sidewalk on each side of the street; each lot will have at least
7200 sq. ft. The Planning Commission recommended approval of the
Tentative Tract subject to 22 conditions. An Environmental Impact
Report was prepared by a consultant with respect to the subdivision.
John Sell, 2023 Bella Vista, applicant, stated his case was well
presence by the Planning Director and that the houses built on the
new parcels will be high- quality construction using either shake
or Spanish tile roofing material. He feels the project would be a
credit to the neighborhood and is willing to answer any questions
Council might have.
Russell Bloom, 9925 Garibaldi, spoke in favor of the project
stating e as a small older home used for income purposes and cites
difficulty in attracting tenants who are unwilling to take care of
the property for the minimum amount of rent he is able to collect.
Helen Cameron, 9916 Garibaldi, stated she is not against the pro-
tect, ut 1s interested in the undergrounding of utilities. She
said the transformers that were installed near her home five years
ago were still noisy and requested relief from the Council.
Councilman Merritt moved to close the public hearing, seconded by
Councilman Greenberg and carried.
Councilman Merritt moved to find the measures as listed in the
Environmental Impact Report mitigates satisfactorily the project's
adverse impact such as additional traffic, air pollutants and
energy consumption, and that socio- economic factors outweigh cer-
tain adverse effects on the basis there is availability of addi-
tional dwellings where there is a shortage of housing and the type
and price of new housing units will be tailored to the income level
of Temple City residents, seconded by Councilman Greenberg and carried.
Councilman Merritt moved that the proposed subdivision map is con-
sistent with the City general.plan, and that there are no precise
plans applicable to said map; that the design and improvement of
the map is consistent with the City's general plan, and that there
are no precise plans applicable to said map; that the site is
physically suitable for the proposed type and density of develop -
ment; that the design of the subdivision and the proposed improve-
ments are not likely to cause substantial environmental damage or
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to substantially and avoidably injure fish or wildlife or their
habitat or cause serious public health problems; that the design of
the subdivision and the type of improvement will not conflict with
easements, acquired by the public at large, for access through or
use of, property within the proposed subdivision; that the dis-
charge of waste from the proposed subdivision into the existing
sewer system would not result in violation of existing require-
ments prescribed by a California regional water quality control
board pursuant to Division 7 of the Water Code, seconded by Coun-
cilman Greenberg and carried.
Councilman Merritt moved to approve Tentative Tract No. 32644 as
recommended by Planning Commission Resolution No. 76 -686PC with
the understanding the developer shall comply with the conditions
outlined in said Resolution, seconded by Councilman Dennis and
carried.
8. NORTHEAST REGIONAL BURGLARY INVESTIGATION TEAM (NERBIT)
City Manager Koski presented background information stating City
Council, at their regular meeting held March 2, 1976, had requested
additional information concerning NERBIT and the reasons for the
increase in hard match funding for the 1976 -77 year. Memos were
received from Captain Hansen of the Sheriff's Department and Chief
Robert McGowan of the Pasadena Police Department, as well as a re-
quest from the City of Pasadena for payment in the amount of $418
for the City's 1975 -76 participation in NERBIT.
Councilman Dennis moved to adopt Resolution No. 76 -1538 A RESOLU-
TION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY AUTHORIZING
CONTINUED PARTICIPATION IN THE NORTHEAST REGIONAL BURGLARY INVES-
TIGATION TEAM for the 1976 -77 fiscal year and appropriate $418 for
the. City's 1975 -76 participation and amend the adopted budget
accordingly, seconded by Councilman Greenberg and carried.
9. ACCEPTANCE OF WORK - STREET IMPROVEMENTS: GOLDEN WEST AVENUE,
SOUTH OF HALLWOOD DRIVE - LIVE OAK AVENUE, SOUTH SIDE, GOLDEN
WEST TO BALDWIN (Cash Contract No. 8879X)
City Manager Koski presented background information stating City
Council, at their regular meeting of January 20, 1976, awarded
the contract for construction of curb, gutter and driveway approaches
on Golden West Avenue, within the above limits, and for the con-
struction of sidewalk on the south side of Live Oak from Golden
West to Baldwin, to West Coast Paving Company of Covina. The project
has been completed and the Superintendent of Streets has recommended
that the work be accepted.
Councilman Greenberg moved to accept the completed work and approve
and authorize the additional work accomplished under Cash Contract
8879X; authorize payment of $13,507.92 to West Coast Paving of
Covina; authorize the filing of Notice of Completion; and authorize
the release of $1,501 at the end of the 35 -day lien period, seconded
by Councilman Merritt and carried.
NEW BUSINESS:
10. RECOMMENDATIONS FROM PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION:
A. REQUEST TO CONDUCT CONCERT, SELL TICKETS AND CONDUCT DRAWING
AT LIVE OAK PARK - BRIGHTER SIDE SINGERS
City Manager Koski presented background information stating the
Brighter Side Singers of Temple City High School have requested the
use of Live Oak Park to conduct a concert and drawing for an auto-
mobile from 2 p.m. to 4 p,m. on Saturday, June 12, 1976. Also re-
quested is permission to sell tickets at the park on that day. A
certificate of insurance from the Temple City Unified School District
is on file with the City Clerk's office.
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Councilman Merritt moved to approve the request of the Brighter Side
Singers for use of Live Oak Park on June 12, 1976, from 2 p.m. to
4 p.m., and to sell tickets at the park on that day, seconded by
Councilman Dennis and carried.
B. REQUEST FOR USE OF TEMPLE CITY PARK - Y.M.C.A. INDIAN PRINCESSES
City Manager Koski presented background information stating a re-
quest was received from the Temple City Y.M.C.A..Indian Princesses
for the use of Temple City Park to conduct a Costume Review on
Saturday, April 24, 1976 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. The organization
conducted a similar event in the park last year and it proved to be
very successful.
Councilman Greenberg moved to approve the request of the Y.M.C.A.
Indian Princesses for use of Temple City Park on April 24, 1976
subject to conditions for.park use and the filing of an insurance
certificate naming the City as additionally insured, seconded by
Councilman Merritt and carried.
C. BICENTENNIAL LANDSCAPE PROJECT - CUB SCOUT DEN #4, PACK #156
City Manager Koski presented background information stating a re-
quest was received from the leaders of Den #4, Pack #156 of Longden
School to implement a landscape planting project of a bicentennial
nature in Temple City Park. The organization will supply the man-
power, plants and tools for the project.
Councilman Merritt moved to approve the request of Cub Scout Den #4,
Pack #156 of Longden School to implement a landscape planting project
of a bicentennial nature in Temple City Park, seconded by Councilman
Greenberg and carried.
11. APPEAL FROM PLANNING COMMISSION DECISION - DESIGNATION OF
PRINCIPAL RESIDENCE, 6137 -39 AVON AVENUE
City Manager Koski presented background information stating the
subject property contains two residential dwellings; the front one
is the larger of the two. The rear one is occupied by the applicant's
family. The applicant lived on the property, for 11 years and is
considering her return to the same residence, and therefore requests
that the smaller unit be designated as the principal:°residence. The
Planning Commission, at their regular meeting held March 9, 1976 up-
held the Planning Director's decision that the front house should
be determined as the principal residence. The applicant is submitting
an appeal from the Planning Commission decision to the City Council
for their final determination.
Councilman Greenberg moved to set appeal hearing for April 20, 1976
to determine the principal residence, seconded by Councilman Dennis
and carried.
12. SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA RAPID TRANSIT DISTRICT POLICY AND PROCEDURE
ON BUS STOP PLACEMENT
City Manager Koski presented background information stating that
the City Council had received a policy for the establishment of
bus stops and zones from the Southern California Rapid Transit
District with requests for comments to be received prior to their
April 21 Board of Directors meeting.
Councilman Greenberg moved to refer the matter to the Traffic Com-
mission to be held at their regular meeting scheduled for April 7,
1976 and to forward a memo to the City Council outlining their
comments, seconded by Councilman Merritt and carried.
13:_ APPROVAL OF WATER SYSTEM - TRACT NO.. 31886: 5422 -32 McCulloch
City Manager Koski presented background information stating the
water main system and appurtenances for the above tract has been
inspected by the City Engineer and that the work has been completed
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IIIThe City Council recessed at 8:20 p.m. to meet as the Community Redevelop-
ment Agency, all members being present, approved the minutes of the regular
meeting held March 16, 1976; approved Pacific Telephone Company's request
for easement and payment for replacing aerial cable with underground cable
subject to General Counsel's approval; set public hearing April 20, 1976
in RAB Case No. 76 -03; adopted Resolution approving warrants and demands.
Minutes are set forth in full in the minutes of the Agency.
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in accordance with plans and specifications approved by, and in a
manner satisfactory to him. However, the water system is deemed
incomplete until the work is approved by the City Council.
Councilman Merritt moved to find that all the work has been com-
pleted as required by the Subdivision Water System Agreement for
Tract No 31886; release the Subdivision Water System Agreement
between the City and the subdivider, and the Bond for Faithful
Performance for the tract in the amount of $3,500 after 35 -day lien
period; retain Labor and Materials bond until there has been full
compliance with all legal requirements established for this type of
bond, seconded by Councilman Dennis and carried.
RESOLUTION NO. 76 -1539: EMPLOYMENT OF PERSONNEL
Councilman Tyrell moved to adopt Resolution No. 76 -1539 A RESOLU-
TION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY APPOINTING
PERSONNEL, seconded by Councilman Dennis and carried.
15. RESOLUTION NO. 76 -1540: WARRANTS & DEMANDS, Demand Nos. 3884 thru
3988 in the amount of $123,801.03
Councilman Tyrell moved to adopt Resolution No. 76 -1540 A RESOLU-
TION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY ALLOWING CLAIMS
AND DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF $123,801.03, DEMAND NOS. 3884 THRU 3988,
seconded by Councilman Dennis and carried, Councilman Greenberg
abstaining regarding check number 3949.
16. COMMUNICATIONS:
A. Donation of four (4) ash trees - Mr. & Mrs. Evan Jones
City Manager Koski presented background information stating the City
had received an offer to donate four ash trees from Mr. & Mrs. Evan
Jones and that if accepted, the trees would be planted in Temple
City Park.
Councilman Merritt moved to accept the offer of donation of the
four ash trees, with appreciation, seconded by Councilman Green-
berg and carried.
B. Claim for Damages - Gisele's Antiques,-5652 N. Rosemead Boulevard
City Manager Koski provided background information stating staff had
received a letter from Richard Dear of Musick, Peeler & Garrett,
Attorneys at Law, on behalf of Mr. & Mrs. Art Mahfuz, who are engaged
in business as Gisele's Antiques and Objects of Art at 5652 N. Rose-
mead Boulevard for damages alleged to have occurred during January
and February of this year due to performance of certain excavation work.
Councilman Greenberg moved to deny the claim and forward to the City's
insurance carrier, seconded by Councilman Dennis and carried.
17 TIME FOR THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO SPEAK:
No one came forward
RECESS TO CRA
RECONVENE AS CITY COUNCIL:
18. ACTION ON REQUEST BY CRA:
There were no requests.
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19. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS:
A. Request to Attend CalChapter Conference of American Institute
of Planners, April 21 -24 - Sacramento
City Manager Koski provided background information stating the American
Institute of Planners will hold their annual CalChapter Conference this
year in Sacramento on April 21 -24, 1976. Funds have been allocated in
the 1975 -76 budget to cover registration, subsistence and transporta-
tion for the Planning Director to attend in the amount of $285,
Councilman Greenberg moved to approve the attendance of the Planning
Director at the CalChapter Conference of American Institute of Plan-
ners, April 21 -24, 1976 in Sacramento, seconded by Councilman Merritt
and carried.
B. Memo from Parks and Recreation Commission
1. Land Use Plan for San Gabriel Valley Planning Unit
City Manager Koski presented background information stating the Parks
and Recreation Commission, at their special meeting held March 30,
1976, reviewed the San Gabriel Valley Planning Unit management alter-
natives for development of the Angeles National Forest. It was the
unanimous opinion of the Commission that alternative "E" offers the
greatest opportunity for the largest number of people while still re-
taining an emphasis on the preservation of -the natural landscape and
wildlife. The United States Forest Service is asking for comments
on the various alternatives by April 15, 1976.
Councilman Dennis moved to approve the recommendation of the Parks and
Recreation Commission regarding alternative "E" of the Land Use Plan
for the San Gabriel Valley Planning Unit and authorized staff to pre-
pare a letter transmitting Council's views on the subject to the United
States Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, seconded by Council-
man Greenberg and carried.
2. Parks and Recreation Day Proclamation
Councilman Greenberg moved to approve request from the County Board
of Supervisors to proclaim May 23, 1976 as "Parks and Recreation Day"
and authorized staff to conduct a suitable activity at Live Oak Park,
seconded by Councilman Merritt and carried.
C. Request for Authorization to Recruit for Sumner Recreation Program
Councilman Merritt moved to approve request from the Parks and Recrea-
tion Director for authorization to begin recruiting for the department's
summer recreation program prior to the appropriation of the necessary
funds to be recommended as a part of the 1976 -77 City budget as out-
lined in memo dated March 31, 1976, seconded by Councilman Dennis and
carried.,
D. Kauffman Avenue, South of Sparklett Street (Adjacent to Tentative
Tract #31181 - Weber Development) Acquisition of Right -of -Way
City Manager Koski presented background information stating City
Council, at their regular meeting of February 17, 1976, instructed
the Superintendent of Streets to negotiate with property owners for
the acquisition of right -of -way necessary to continue Kauffman
Avenue as a through street from its present terminus south of Spark -
lett Street to Lower Azusa Road, which is adjacent to the proposed
Weber Development tract, An appraisal report is needed to negotiate
the acquisition of right -of -way in order that the City may construct
curb, gutter, driveways and reconstruct pavement. Staff has obtained
an appraisal estimate from Larry Brown, Real Estate Appraiser and
Counselor in the amount of $1,200.
Councilman Merritt moved to authorize the preparation of an appraisal
report by Larry Brown in the amount of $1,200 and amend the budget
accordingly, seconded by Councilman Dennis and carried.
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E. Gidley Street - Acquisition of Right -of -Way
City Attorney Martin advised the Council . he is ready to proceed with
negotiations for the acquisition of right -of -way for widening of
Gidley Street and required Council's approval. Councilman Dennis
moved to authorize the City Attorney to commence negotiations for
the acquisition of right -of -way for widening Gidley Street, seconded
by Councilman Merritt and carried.
Fa Councilman Dennis asked for staff input on a recent League of
California Cities memo regarding County Service Area outlining the
pros and cons of what would happen if the law goes into effect. He
also directed Council's attention to the fact that Bakersfield has
become the first City to withdraw from the Community Development
Block Grant program due to unhappiness over the program's emphasis
and HUD requirements for affirmative action hiring.
G. Councilman Greenberg indicated he had recently purchased a smoke
detector through the Monrovia Fire Department at a substantial dis-
count. He would like to see a similar program implemented in Temple
City so that the citizens would take advantage of the savings and
purchase this potential life- saving device.
Ho Councilman Merritt inquired if the Traffic Engineer would look
into the possibility of marking the pedestrian crossing on Temple
City Boulevard, north and south of Woodruff. He indicated there is
a sign approximately one -third of a block south of Woodruff on the
east side of the street, but it is placed in such a manner that
people do not see it,
I. Mayor Gilbertson apprised Council that the Parks and Recreation
Department had received a check from the Temple City Host Lions Club
in the amount of $125 to be used for the purchase of candy and prizes
for the Annual Easter Egg Hunt.
Councilman Greenberg moved to accept the donation of $125 from the
Host Lions Club, with appreciation, seconded by Councilman Merritt
and carried.
Mayor Gilbertson also directed Council's attention to the next San
Gabriel Valley Association of Cities meeting to be held Thursday,
April 15, 1976 at T & J Restaurant with Ray Remy, the Executive
Director of the Southern California Association of Governments as
the guest speaker.
Mr. Gilbertson indicated he and the City Manager had visited Dr.
Walker's new animal hospital and that every precaution had been
taken to block out noise and felt it was a very nice facility.
J. Councilman Tyrell referred to a communication from the Office
of Emergency Services regarding recent land uplift in Southern
California. He felt that if there were a major earthquake, one with
a magnitude of 8 or more, occurring today in this area, the probable
losses would be substantial due to the fact that Temple City is
closer to the fault line than Los Angeles.
20. ADJOURNMENT:
On motion by Councilman Tyrell, seconded by Councilman Dennis, Council
adjourned at 8:52 p.m. Next meeting of the City Council will be held
Tuesday, April 20, 1976, 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber of the City
Hall.
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