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CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
MAY 2, 1978
INITIATION:
1. CALL TO ORDER:
I Mayor Tyrell called the regular meeting of the City Council to
order at 7:37 p.m. on Tuesday, May-2, 1978, in the Council
Chamber of the City Hall.
2. INVOCATION;
The invocation was given
Southern Baptist Church,
3. The Pledge of Allegiance
4, ROLL CALL;
Present:
Absent:
Also Present:
by Reverend Harvey T. Booher, First
4856 Golden West Avenue.
to the Flag was led by Mayor Tyrell.
Councilmen- Atkins, Dennis, Gillanders, Merritt, Tyrell
Councilmen -None
City Manager Koski, City Attorney Martin, Assistant
City Manager Pucci, Planning Director Dragicevich,
Parks and Recreation Director Kobett, Marie Evitt,
Temple City Times
5, APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
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Councilman Atkins moved to approve the minutes of the regular City
Council meeting held April 18, 1978, as written, seconded by Council-
man Merritt and carried.
CONSENT CALENDAR:
On motion by Councilman Atkins, seconded by Councilman Dennis and
carried, Items 7 through 12 were approved.
7. ACCEPTANCE OF STREET IMPROVEMENTS AND RELEASE OF BOND - TRACT NO. 32392
(J.B. Weber Development Co.) 9028 -9030 Rancho Real Road
Accepted the street improvements and released Surety Bond No. SC 7080203.
8. APPROVAL OF WATER SYSTEM - TRACT NO. 32392. (J.B. Weber Development Co.)
9028 -9030 Rancho Real Road
Found all work completed, released the Water System Agreement and
Surety Bond No. SC 7080205.
9. APPROVAL OF CONSTRUCTION OF WALL AND RELEASE OF FAITHFUL PERFORMANCE
BOND FOR TRACT NO. 31181 (Kauffman Avenue to Lower Azusa Road)
Accepted construction of wall and released Faithful Performance
Bond No. SC 7082274.
AGREEMENT WITH TITLE INSURANCE AND TRUST CO.
Approved service agreement and authorized City Manager to sign.
11. LAND USE PLAN FOR SAN GABRIEL VALLEY PLANNING UNIT - ANGELES
NATIONAL FOREST: FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL STATEMENT
Concurred with Parks and Recreation Commission and approved
Alternative "F ".
12. RESOLUTION NO. 78 -1729: WARRANTS & DEMANDS
Adopted Resolution No. 78 -1729 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY ALLOWING CLAIMS A 7-. DEMANDS IN THE SUM OF
$103,913.87, DEMAND NOS. 9250 THT __ -.
Council Minutes, May 2, 1978 - Page 2
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
13. PUBLIC HEARING: 7:30 p.m. AMENDMENT TO ZONING CODE RELATING TO
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR R -1 AND R -2 ZONED PROPERTIES
City Manager Koski presented background information, stating the
Planning Commission, at their regular meeting held March 28, 1978,
adopted resolution recommending to the City Council an amendment to
the Zoning Code relating to development standards in R -1 and R -2
zones. At the present time the Zoning Code has a minimum floor area
for new R -3 dwellings, but not for dwellings built in R -1 and R -2;
the Los Angeles County Uniform Building Code requires every dwelling
unit to have at least one room which shall have not less than 150
sq. ft, of floor area, other habitable rooms, except kitchens, must
have an area not less than 70 sq. ft. These standards are far below
the present standards practiced by owners, builders and developers.
A Negative Declaration was prepared and approved by the Planning
Commission, and City Council, at their regular meeting held April 4
set public hearing for May 2, 1978.
Mayor Tyrell declared the public hearing open. Planning Director
Dragicevich gave staff report, stating the proposed standards refer
only to new developments in R -1 and R -2 zones and the recommendation
would set minimum gross floor area for one - bedroom units contain not
less than 800 sq, ft.; two - bedroom units contain not less than 1,000
sq, ft.; three - bedroom units contain not less than 1,200 sq. ft.;
and each additional bedroom over 3 not contain less than 150 sq. ft.
of floor area,
Mayor Tyrell invited anyone wishing to speak to the subject to come
forward. There being no one wishing to speak, Councilman Merritt
moved to close the public hearing, seconded by Councilman Atkins and
carried,
Councilman Atkins moved to certify the Negative Declaration of Environ-
mental Impact, seconded by Councilman Dennis and carried.
City Attorney Martin introduced Ordinance No. 78 -464 AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY AMENDING SECTION 9333(7) AND 9352(8) OF THE
TEMPLE CITY ZONING CODE for first reading by title only. Councilman
Merritt moved to waive further reading, seconded by Councilman Dennis
and carried..
14, HONDA OF TEMPLE CITY: 9228 E. LAS TUNAS DRIVE
City Manager Koski presented staff report pursuant to petition with
45 signatures relating to the excessive noise and traffic problems
emanating from Honda of Temple City operations. At their regular
meeting held April 4, 1978, City Council instructed staff to contact
the owner - operator to see what measures could be taken to alleviate
the noise problem. Mr. Charles Lear, the owner - operator, has painted
on the paving an arrow with "Exit left" and has installed a free-
standing sign with a message "Quiet Bikes - Exit Left ". A similar
sign was also installed on the fence in the parking lot. Most of the
motorcycles are tested on a dynamometer within the building without
using public streets. Mr. McGinnis, who initiated the'petition, was
contacted by staff and he advised that the traffic problem has lessened.
The petition signators were notified that this item would be on Council
agenda and invited to attend the meeting.
There being no one in the audience wishing to speak to the issue,
Councilman Atkins moved to continue to June 20, 1978, seconded by
Councilman Dennis and carried.
15. COMMUNICATIONS:
A. Mayor Tyrell directed Council's attention to a communication
from Supervisor Schabarum requesting Council support of Proposition
"A " on the June ballot to remove the Prevailing Wage Clause, Section
47, of the County Charter.
Councilman Merritt moved to support a yes vote on Proposition "A"
and communicate Council's support to Supervisor Schabarum, seconded
by Councilman Gilianders and carried.
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Council Minutes, May 2, 1978 - Page 3
16. TIME FOR THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO SPEAK:
Boyce O'Bannon, 10316 Olive Street, spoke on behalf of the Concerned
Taxpayers' Association of San Gabriel Valley, and requested Council
take formal action to endorse Proposition 13 on the June ballot.
Mayor Tyrell stated the Jarvis Amendment is abominable legislation,
which he views as a taxpayers revolt. He did not feel it would be
proper for Council as a body to take a position on the matter, but
he personally supports it.
Councilman Atkins stated he shares the Mayor's feelings that Council
should not take a position, but that he also supports Proposition 13.
Councilman Gillanders stated he supports the initiative, however
there are a number of people in town who do not share that viewpoint
and Council's endorsement of Proposition 13 would not be fair to those
persons.
Councilman Merritt stated he shared the same viewpoint. He personally
supports Proposition 13, but does not feel Council should go on
record as supporting it.
Councilman Dennis stated he has not made a decision as to how he
personally will vote; that he sees many problems which can develop
and he's not sure at this time there are any clear answers to those
problems.
Mayor Tyrell stated the City will conduct a Community Forum on
Saturday, May 20 to which the public is invited on a reservation
basis. One of the items to be discussed will be the effects of
Proposition 13 on cities and the county based on the assumption
it will pass. The Community Forum will be held at the Rand Media
Center, beginning 8 a.m.
Connie Swank, 5538 Welland Avenue, complained about a possible fire
hazard at 5548 Welland Avenue due to tree limbs overhanging the
roof very close to the chimney; the number of cars parked in the
front yard; noisy parties continuing until the early morning hours.
City Manager Koski advised the City is aware of the overgrown trees
and shrubs and has sent a letter to the tenant under the Code Enforce-
ment Program and briefly explained the procedures and time element
relating to property nuisance abatement proceedings.
RECESS TO CRA:
City Council recessed at 8:02 p.m. to meet as the Community Redevelopment
Agency, all members being present; approved the minutes of the regular
meeting held April 18, 1978; adopted resolution approving second amendment
to Disposition and Development Agreement with EGS; approved proposed com-
mercial building at 56456 -56 Rosemead Boulevard; adopted resolution approving
warrants and demands; approved rental payment under the Parking Lot Lease
Agreement between Agency and City. Minutes are set forth in full in the
records of the Agency.
RECONVENE AS CITY COUNCIL:
17, ACTION ON REQUEST BY CRA:
There was no action to be taken.
18 MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS:
A. Councilman Merritt directed Council's attention to a letter
received from California Contract Cities Association urging the
City to adopt a resolution regarding the resumption of operations
at Mission Canyon Landfill to be sent to the City Council and
Planning Coltauission of the City of Los Angeles. Councilman Merritt
advised that if Mission Canyon Landfill is not reopened there will
be greater costs involved in hauling debris to other areas; at the
present time part of the landfill is covered and a golf course is
on a portion of it.
Council Minutes, May 2, 1978 - Page 4
Councilman Merritt moved to adopt Resolution No. 78 -1730 A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY URGING THE RESUMPTION
OF OPERATIONS AT MISSION CANYON LANDFILL, seconded by Councilman
Atkins and carried.
B. Councilman Dennis inquired whether information on the WeTip
Program is included in the next Newsletter. City Manager Koski
advised to be involved in the program the City would have to partici-
pate financially. Council requested a representative from the pro-
gram be invited to attend the study session scheduled for May 15.
C. City Manager Koski advised a Letter of Intent, prepared by City
Attorney Martin, has gone out to those cities interested in obtainin
the necessary data from which a technical committee, comprising of
city representatives, will formulate alternatives to enable the
cities to establish the most appropriate course of action to provide
poundmaster services when the San Gabriel Valley Humane Society
terminates their contracts effective January 1,1979. The Letter of
Intent commits each city to $1,000 for the conduct of such study.
Councilman Atkins moved to approve and appropriate additional funds
in the amount of $1,000 and amend the adopted budget accordingly,
seconded by Councilman Merritt and carried.
D. City Manager Koski presented staff report regarding the
"Homefixers" program funded by the Los Angeles County Area Agency
on Aging under HEW. Emphasis of the program is to assist the most
needy home owners with small home repairs. To proceed with the
program it is necessary to approve the project and advise the
Community Housing Services in Pasadena.
Councilman Atkins moved to refer the item to the study session to
be held May 15, seconded by Councilman Dennis and carried.
E. City Manager Koski presented a communication from Captain Hansen
advising that funds may be available for a drunk driving enforcement
program which would allow deployment of traffic units on an overtime
basis and reimbursement for court overtime. The enforcement phase
is anticipated to commence October 1978 and terminate in early
January 1979, with court overtime funds available for four to six
months beyond the enforcement phase. The funds are available from
the California Office of Traffic Safety and the City is requested
to respond by May 3 if they wish to participate.
Councilman Atkins moved to authorize participation in the program
and advise Sheriff Pitchess immediately, seconded by Councilman
Gillanders and carried,
F. Councilman Atkins directed Council's attention to communication
from Temple City Camellia Festival advising that Jim Durfee has been
selected Chairman of the 35th Annual Camellia Festival and moved to
endorse the selection by the Festival Executive Committee, seconded
by Councilman Dennis and carried.
G. Mayor Tyrell stated that should Proposition 13 pass, the City
may have to consider the City's prosecutor's services for mis-
demeanors and infractions.
Mayor Tyrell invited Council to participate in the Peace Officer's
Memorial Service to be held at the Sheriff's Training Academy
May 11, 11 a.m.
Mayor Tyrell advised the Council he will be meeting with repre-
sentatives of youth organizations who will be using the concession
stand at Live Oak Park on May 10. He is hopeful some arrangement
can be made to keep the concession stand open full time during the
summer, perhaps on a bid basis.
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Mayor Tyrell requested the tennis court improvement project at
Temple City High School be placed on the study session agenda May 15.
Mayor Tyrell advised Council he is meeting with the various commissions
prior to their regularly scheduled May meeting.
Council Minutes, May 2, 1978 - Page 5
RECESS TO PERSONNEL SESSION:
Council recessed at 8:34 to meet in a personnel session; reconvened
at 8:44 and on motion by Councilman Merritt, seconded by Councilman
Dennis, approved a salary adjustment for Administrative Assistant.
19. ADJOURNMENT:
On motion by Councilman Gillanders, seconded by Councilman Merritt,
meeting adjourned at 8:45 p.m. to a study session to be held Monday,
May 15, 1978. Next regular meeting of the City Council will be held
Tuesday, May 16, 1978, 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber of the City
Hall.
ATTEST:
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