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CITY HALL AZUSA, CALIFORNIA JANUARY 219 1957 700 P.M. Page 1
The Azusa City Council met in regular session at the above
time and place.
Mayor Memmesheimer opened the meeting and led in the
salute to the flag.
Invocation was given by Rev. Paul Farrell, of the First
Christian Church.
Present at Roll Calls Councilmens Fawcett, Ortuno,
Johnson, Romero, Memmesheimer
Also presents City Clerk -Administrative Officer
Miller
Acting City Attorney i0illiams
City Engineer Kirkgaard
Salute to flag.
Roll Call
Mayor Kemmesheimer asked if there were aspr corrections or -
omissions to the minutes of the meeting held on January 7th. Corrections
It was pointed out that on page 30 .at the end of the page
the following motion had been amitteds "It was moved by
Councilman Romero, seconded by Councilman Ortuno and the
motion ordered carried , that City Atty. Williams be ins-
tructed to take the necessary steps to acquire Quiet Title
of the 5 acre piece of ground extending along 12th freet,
which is designated as the easterly leg of the Northside
Park property."
On Page 6, the vote on passage of Ordinance No. 528 should
be corrected by noting that Councilman Johnson voted "No".
On Paee 7, relative to Resolution No. 35632 should be cor-
rected to read nCouncilman Ortuno offered the following
resolution entitled".
There being no further corrections, the minutes were ordered
approved as corrected. Minutes approved
A petition was submitted, signed by Clifford H. Powers,
6130 Citrus Avenue, requesting that his property be annexed
to the City of Azusa. This territory is described as Lots
139 lb, 15 and 16, Tract 20498, and is located at the inter-
section of Citrus Avenue and Linfield Street extended. Mr.
Powers requested annexation with zoning which would allow
the establishing of a medical and dental center on the
property. At the meeting of the Planning Commission held
on December 19, 1956 this matter had been considered and
with a majority vote of the Planning Commission, they recom-
mended that these four lots be annexed to the City.
It was the opinion of the City Council that owners of the pro-
perty its the vicinity should be contacted relative to their
feelings on the establishing of a medical center in the area. Request for
It was moved by Councilman Fawcett, seconded"by, Councilman Annexatic&
Romero and unanimously carried, that Mr. Powers be advised that C.H. Powers
he should contact the property owners within 300 feet of his
land for their approval,in writing, of the installation of the
medical center, and that rlr. Powers should file the necessary
raps and information with the County Boundary Commission rela-
tive to the proposed annexation.
Mayor Memmesheimer announced that it was now 8s00 P.M., the hour Hearing.
set for the public hearing before the City Council upon a proposed Ordinance
ordinance adopting the Los Angeles County Building Laws, 1956 Edition on Bldg„LaTr
with certain changes therein set forth*
The City Clerk presented the affidavit of Publication of the Notice
of the Public Hearing, said Notice being published in the Azusa
neral& Pomotropic ars January 3, 10, 1957•
,he City Clerk also announced, on being questioneds, that no protests
had been filed in hts office.
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The Mayor asked if anyone in the audience wished to make:
any oral protests or comments.relative to-theadoptionof
the Los Angeles County Building,Laws at this time. There
were no protests. Adoption of Los
Angeles County
The Mayor then declared the hearing closed. Building Laws
Councilman Ortuno offered, for its second reading, an
Ordinance entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA
ADOPTING THE "LOS ANGT�1TS COUNTY BUILDING LAWS, 1956
EDITION" AND PRESCRIBING PIJALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION
Ordinance No. 529
THEREOF.
Los Angeles County
Building Laws, 1956
Moved by Councilman Ortuno, seconded by Councilman Romero
Edition
and ordered carried, that further reading of this Ordinance
be waived.
It was moved by Councilman Ortuno, seconded by Councilman
Fawcett, that this ordinance now be passed and adopted.
This Ordinance was then adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen: Fawcett, Ortuno, Johnson, Romero,
Memmesheimer
goes: None
Absents None
and numbered Ordinance No. 529.
Charles H. Myer, owner of the following property at 780 NRrth
Todd Avenue, consisting of the west half of lot 19 Tract
111072, had petitioned the Planning Commission for a Special
Use Permit in order to operate an iron, brass and aluminum
foundry at that location. After a public hearing held
before the Planning Commission on January 9, 19579 it was
Reouest for foundry -
recommended by the Planning Commission that a Special Use
Charles Myers
Permit be granted Mr. Myers for the operation of the
780 No. Todd Ave.
foundry at that address, subject to the conditions that
all operations shall be conducted in compliance with
all requirements of the Air Pollution Control District.
Mr. Myers, owner of the property, and Mr. William Hoefer
1759 E. Corson St. Pasadena, appeared before Council and
outlined the operation of their planned business.
Mr. Mitchell Young, 793 Loren Avenue , and Mrs. Russell
Smith, 753 Loren Avenue, appeared before Council to protest
the establishing of a foundry at that address.
It was moved by Councilman Ortuno, seconded by Councilman
Fgwoett, that a Special Use Permit be granted for the
operation of a brass and iron foundry, as requested at
780 North Todd Avenue. notion was carried by the following
vote:
Ayess Councilmen: Fawcett, Ortuno, Memmesheimer
Noses Councilmen: Johnson, Romero
Ak Absents None
The Director of Civil Defense submitted a communication
stating that Mr. Warren Teasley had been appointed as
Assistant Civil Defense Director. Mr. Teasley was ap- Asst. Civil Defense
pointed after theresignation of Neal T. Robertson had Director appointed
been received and accepted.
The Civil Defense Director presented the following list
of persons as heads of departments of Civil Defense for
action, if action is deemed necessarys
Police Chief, Fire Chief, Supt. of Utilities, Supt. of Public
Works, City Engineer, these being City employees.
Others: Schools . . . . . Mr. D. T. Dawe Clergy. . . . .Rev. B.J.Paroulek
Mortuary. John. White Transportation.C.Dan Morgan
r,elfare . Rev. A.J.Duggan Communications.Fred E. Wilkins
Medical . Dr. TJ, F. Mulford Radiological. .Nicholas Zichichi
Red Cross . . . . Alec Watkins Women's Aux. .Isabel S. Way
Post Office . . . Clarenoe Farrin Warden . . . .L. G. Ogan
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The Personnel Board submitted the eligible applicants
on Civil Service List I -Cashier Clerk. The three top
applicants are,
Mrs. Cleo Horn, Azusa, Mrs. Ruth Wilson, Azusa and Mrs.
Ruth Knisley, Arcadia. Mrs. Wilson and Mrs. Knisley tied Cashier Clerk list
for second position.
Moved by Councilman Romero, seconded by Councilman Ortuno
that the list be filed. Notion ordered carried.
The Personnel Board submitted Civil Service List VII,
Account Clerk. The following are-thernames of those
applicants still available for employments
Mrs. Opal Hirons, Azusa and Mrs. Mary Frohn, Azusa. Account Clerk list
Moved by Councilman Ortuno, seconded by Councilman ,
Romero and so ordered, that Account Clerk list be filed.
The Personnel Board submitted Civil Service List -X -Patrolmen.
A supplemental examination had been held and one more;appli-
cant was declared eligible for placeiment'oa thg eligible'liet.
Following are the names of the six applicants with the highest
grades listed according to ranks
George Morse, West Arcadia Donald Grantham,.Asusa
Gerald Calhoun, Glendora David Mkullen, Covina
John Sweeney, Puente George Anderson, E1Mente Patrolmen List
Civil Service Eligible List III -Linemen Helper submitted by
the Personnel Board contained the following names in order
of ranks
Mr. William Clark, Azusa LinemanHelper List
Mr. Harold Annis, Azusa III
Mr. Jerry Abercrombie, Pzusa,
The eligible list for Police Sergeant III was presented by
the Personnel Board listed in order of grade as follows: Police Sergeant List
J. E. Enyart, Azusa III
Donald Ryle Azusa
Gordon SilvilM, Azusa
Moved by Councilman Fgwcett, seconded by Councilman Romero
that the Civil Service List III Police Sergegnt and Civil
Service^List III Lineman Helper, be filed. Motion ordered
carried.
It was recommended by the Personnel Board at the request of
the Police Chief that Step Raises for the following men be
approved:
Sgt. -Paul E. Sheehan, :'tep 4 (36472) effective February 1, 1957. Step Raises -
Officer Raymond Davey Step 4 ($425) effective February 16,1957. Police -Dept.
Moved by Councilman Romero, Beconded by Councilman Ortuno, that
recommendation be accepted and the step raises granted. There
being no objections, motion ordered carried.
Notice was received from the Personnel Board relative to the
probationary six-month period expiring for the following
persons s
Byron Johnson; Engineering Assistant, February 1, 1957 Probationary Period -
James Redfern;.Engineer Fire Dept., February 16, 1957 Johnson, Redfern,
Odie Burton, Maintenance Man, March 4, 1957. Burton
It was moved by Councilman Ortuno, seconded by Councilman
Romero* that these employees be appointed to permanent status
upon completion of the probationary period and with the
approval of the department head. There being no objections,
motion ordered carried.
It was recommended by the Tari and Recreation Commission that
authorization to attend the 9th.Annual California Recreation
Conference at, Sacramento, February 24 -27th be granted to William
:acifice, James Brusnahan and.Margarite Boyer. Further represent-
ation was repemaended,that a member of the Park and Recreation
Commission and a City representative attend the Conference.
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It was moved by Councilman Fgwcett, seconded by Councilman
Romero, that Fir. Pacifico, Fir. Romero, and a member of the
Park and Rpreatioi Commission be authorized to attend the
Conference with an expense advance of X175.00 being allowed,
to be accounted for.
Motion carried by the following votes
Ayes: Councilment Fawcett, Ortuno, Romero, Memmesheimer
Noels Councilman Johnson
It was recommended by the Chief of Police Kendrick that
Sgt. Robert Edborg, who is now in the hospital seriously ill,
be granted a leave of absence without pay, effective January
18th, 1957.
Moved by Councilman Johnson, seconded by Councilman Fawcett,
this recommendation be accepted, and that Sgt. Edborg be
granted a leave or absence for 90 days with a review of the
case at that time. This leave of absence to be without pay.
With no objections, motion ordered carried.
Mayor Memmesheimer at this time declared a 5 minute recess.
Times 9sO5 Pal.
Chief of Police Kendrick stated in a letter that he had
appointed George L. Merse, No. 1 man on the Civil Service
List as a patrolman on the Police Department as of Jan. 18,
1957. It was requested by the Chief that approval of the
appointment be made and that Mr. Morse be placed an Step 3
of the salary range at 4403.00 per month.
Moved by Councilman Romero, seconded by Councilman Ortuno
that the appointment of George Morse as patrolman, be
approved and that he be placed on the third step of the
salary range. Motion carried by the following votes
Ayess Councilmens Fawcett, Ortuno, Romero, Memmesheimer
Noess Councilman Jotnson
It was recommended by Police Chief Kendrick that J. E.
Ergart, No. 1 man on the Civil Service list for sergeants
be promoted to the rank of sergeant, and be.placed on Step
3 of the salary range at x48.00 per month effective Feb.
1, 1957.
Moved by Councilman Fawcett, seconded by.Councilman Romero
that the recommendation of the Police Chief be accepted,
and J. E. Enyart be promoted to the rank of sergeant, Step
3 of the salary range, X48.00 per month effective February
1, 1957. Motion carried unanimously.
Police Chief Kendrick requested that the City Clerk be
authorized to advertise for bids for four medium priced
four -door sedans, 1957 model, and one Ford Courier, or
equal for use as a Humane truck, 1957 model, trade-ins
to be three 1956 four -door Fairlane sedans and one 1952
Ford Courier. This would increase the number of vehicles
in the department by one unit.
It was noted that other requests for vehicles had been
placed on the agenda, and itwas the opinion of the Council
that the purchase of all vehicles on the open maricet might
be beneficial to the City.
It was moved by Councilman Romero, Seconded by Councilman
Fawcett, that the matter of purchase of vehicles for other
departments be referred to the following committee for
their study and recommendation to the Councils Administra-
tive Officer, Police Chief, Fire Chief, Supt. Light and
Water, Mayor Memmesheimer, Councilman Ortuno. There being
no objections, motion so ordered.
Administrative Officer advised the City Council that Robert
Brubaker, No. 1 man on the Civil Service List for Humane
Officer had requested that his name be withdrawn from the
ivil Service.list, and that he declines the appointment,
at this time.
Moved by Councilman Fawcett, seconded by Councilman Ortuno
the matter of appointment of Humane Officer be tabled until
the next'meeting pending a report to be submitted by Chief
Kendrick. There being no objections, motion so ordered.
Attendance at
9th Annual Rec.
Conference
authorized
Leave of Absence -
Sgt. Edborg
George Morse apptd.
to Police Dept.
Promotion to Sgt. -
J. E. Enyart
Bids requested on
police cars
Committee for study*
of vehicle purchase
on open market
Humane Officer -
name requested
withdrawn
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It was estimated by the City Engineer that the'cost of
improvements to Palm Drive would be 'A4,787.00. It was
recommended that the City accept Palm Drive into the
street system after these improvements have been made.
Moved by Councilman Ortuno, seconded by Councilman
Fawcett, that the City Engineer contact the owners of
property on Palm Drive and to inform them of the cost
of improvements and that, upon their approval of bearing
this expense, the City would then accept the street.
There being no objections, motion ordered carried.
The Administrative Officer reported that the accoustical
tile installed in the ceilings at the Recreation Center
were loosening and, in some cases, the tile had fallen
from the ceiling. The canpany who originally installed
the tile will not reset without additional compensation
since the period of guarantee for the installation had
expired. The Supt. of Public Works is presently making
a study of the best method for securing the tile to
prevent further falling.
Approved by Councilman Fawcett, seconded by' Councilman
Ortuno, that the Supt. of Public Works to continue his
study and submit a.report to Council. Motion ordered
garried.
Purchase of a new and larger skip loader has been requested
by the Supt. of Public Vorks. The present skip loader is
considered inadequate for much of the work done by the
street department and if trade-in price should not be suf-
ficient, it is recommended that the City keep the smaller
skip loader and transfer it to -the Park Department.
Moved by Councilman Romero, seconded by Councilman Ortuno
that purchase of the new skip loader be referred to the
Administrative Officer, Councilman Fawcett and Supt.
Brusnahan for further report and recommendation. Motion
ordered carried.
The following positions have been filled in the Light
and Water Department as authorised at the meeting of
the City Council on January 7, 1957s
Mrs. Cleo Horn, cashier -clerk, step 1, effedtive 1-17-57.
Mrs. Mary Frohn, account -clerk, step 1, effective 1-21-57
Charles Condon, Naintenance Man I, step l,effective 1-11-57.
The position of lineman -helper authorised previously by the
Council was now ready to be filled since an eligibility list
has been prepared. Slept. Smith of the Light and Water De-
partment has interviewed the top names on the list and
recommended the appointment of William Clark, who placed
first on'the list of lineman -helper.
Moved by Councilman Fawcett, seconded by Councilman Ortuno
the recommendation of the Supt. be accepted and William
Clark be appointed an a probationary basis on step 1 of
lineman helper. Motion ordered carried.
Palm Drive improvements
The request for the purchase of motor vehicles by the Light
and Vater Department was referred to the xommittee appointed
to investigate the purchase of other motor vehicles requested
by other departments.
The Light Department has been requested to serve electrical
energy to a service station being erected on the northeast
corner of Gladstone and Citrus Avenue. In order to service
this station it will be necessary to extend the power lines
from Baseline Street to Gladstone Street. It was recom-
mended by the Administrative Officer that this line be
Accoustical tile in
Rec. Bldg. to be
repaired
Purchase of skip -
loader referred
Appts. in L & W Dept.
Lineman -helper appt.
tin. Clark
Request for vehicles
referred to committee
Request for electri-
cal energy-N.E.corner
Citrus & Gladstone
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extended to Gladstone Street. Because of the future commercial
development to be placed on the property on the southeast and
southwest corners of the intersection and the possible future
acquisition of the facilitiesof the Edison Company in that area,
it would justify such an extension of service at this time,
It was moved by Councilman Johnson that the City Clerk be auth-
orized to advertise for bids for the installation of power lines
on Citrus Avenue between Baseline and Gladstone Street as out-
lined,
Motion died for lack of second.
It was moved by Councilman Fawcett, seconded by Councilman
Ortuno that due to the urgency of the request for power service,
the Supt, be authorized to serve this area and that the necessary
power lines beinstalled with the cost accounting records kept on
the project by the Supt. This motion carried by the following votes
Ayess Councilmen: Fawcett, Ortusio, Rdm<ero, Meamesheimer
Noess Councilman Johnson
Councilman Fawcett offer8i t;,e fol'ocrinc resolution entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY CODW:IL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA APPROV-
ING AGREEMENT FOR ELECTRICAL VSTRIBUTION FACILITIES AND
ENERGY BErATEEN THE CITY OF AZU84 AND THE AZUSA IRRIGATING
CC14PANY AND AUTHORIZING THE N,AM TO SIGN AND TH CITY CLERK
TO ATTEST SAME.
Moved by Councilman Fawcett, seconded by Councilman Ortuno
further reading of this resolution be vaived. There being
no objections, motion so ordered.
Moved by Councilman Fawcett, seconded by C%mcilman Ortuno
this resolution be adopted and the Mayor autyorized to Sign
the agreement. This resolution then was adopted by the
fallowing votes
Ayes: Councilment Fawcett, Ortuno, Johnson, Romero,
Memmesheiuer
Noes: None
Absents None
and numbered Resolution No, 3568.
Councilman J8hnson offered the following resolution entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA APPROV-
ING ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION FACILITIESAAND ENERGY BETWEEN THE
CITY OF AZUSA AND AZUSA TRANSFER COMPANY AND AUTHORIZING THE
MAYOR TO SIGN AND THE CITY CLF,X TO ATTEST WX.
Moved by Councilman Johnson, seconded by Councilman Ortuno
further reading of this resolution be waived. There being
no objections, motion so ordered.
Moved by Councilman Fawcett, seconded by Councilffian Romero
resolution be pass -d and adopted, and Mayor authorized to
sign agreement. Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen: Fawcett, Ortuno, Johnsoh, Romero,
Memmesheimer
Noes: None
and numbered Resolution No. 3569.
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Councilman Fawcett offered the following resolution entitled:
I RESOLUTION OF -THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA DES-
CRIBING CERTAIN PORTIONS OF THE CONSOLIDATED COUNTY FIRE
?ROTECTION DISTRICT WHICH HAVE BEEN INCLUDED WITHIN THE
CITY OF AZUSA AND DECIAHDiG THE SAME WITHDRAWN FROM SAID
uISTRICT.
':solution was read in full.
*loved by Councilman Ortuno, seconded by Councilman Mesmne-
'+eimer, resolution be adopted. Resolution wasthen passed
,.-id adopted by 'the following votes
;yes: Councilman: Fawcett, Ortuno, Johnson, Romero,
Mes®esheimer
:loess Nene
and numbered Resolution No. 3570
Resolution No.
3568-Elect.Energyr
Azusa Irrigating Co. -
Resolution No. 3569 -
Electrical Energy -
Azusa Transfer Co.
Resolution N8, 3570 -
County Fire Protection
District
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Councilman Ortuno offered the following resolution entitled -
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA, LOS
ANGWT,S COUNTY, CALIFORNIA ACCEPTING GTI -NT DFEO FROM THE Resolution No: 3571-
PHILCOV REALTY COP,PANY TO THE CITY OF AZUSA, AND AUTHORIZING Accepting Grant Deed -
THE RECORDING THPAWF. Philcov Realty Co:
Moved by Councilman Ortuno, seconded by Councilman Romero, that
further reading of this resolution be waived. There being no
objections, motion so ordered.
Moved by Councilman Ortuno, seconded by Councilman Johnson,
this resolution be passed and adopted. This resolution was
then passed and adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen: Fawcett, Ortuno, 48hnson, Romero, hemme-
sheimer
Noess None
and numbered Resolution NV. 3571.
Councilman Fawcett offered 8r its first reading, an Ordinance
entitleds
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA AMENDING Ordinance on
ORDINANCE NO. 529 ADOPTING THs LOS !NGEL:S COUN'17 BUILDING LAWS, Amending Bldg.
1956 EDITION. Laws -1st reading
This ordinance was then read in full.
Councilman Fawcett offered for its first reading, an Ordinance
entitleds
AN ORDINANCE OF TH. CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA, AMENDING
ORDINANCE NO 352 RELATING TO EIRE ZONES. Ordinance on Fire
Zones -First reading
This ordinance was then read in full.
Acting City Attorney Williams submitted resolution relative to
the investment of surplus funds in the City Treasury advising
that a more comprehensive resolution was in order than that Resolution rescinded -
resolution previously adopted. Surplus funds
Moved by Councilman Johnson, seconded by Councilman Ortuno,
Resolution No. 3556, relative to the investment of surplus
funds, be rescinded. There being no objections, motion
ordertd carried.
Councilman Ortuno offered the following resolution entitled.
A RESOLUTION OF FHE CITY COUNCIL 01' THE CITY OF'AZUSA PROVIDING
FOR Ma INVESTMENT OF SURPLUS AON'EY IN THE CITY TREASURY. Resolution Na.3572-
Surplus Fund
Moved by Councilman Ortuno, seconded by Councilman Memmesheimer
this regolution be passed and adopted. This resolution was
then passed and adopted by the following votes
Ayes: Councilmen% Fawcett, Ortuno, Johnson, Romero, Memmesheimer
Noes- Nage.
and numbered Resolution No. 3572.
Attorney Villiams stated he had received word from Attorney
Preston Turner who recommended that Mr. John W. Holmes be
retained at special counsel for the City of Azusa in the
Edison Company rate hearing along with Clarence Winder and Employment of
that he, Mrs Turner, not be retained by the City. Special Counsel -
Holmes & '•tinder
Councilman Johnson offered the following resolution entitled:
A.RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA AUTHOR-
IZING THE EMPLOYMENT OF SPECIAL GOUNS:Z TO REPR!:S.iNT THE CITY
AS AN INTERESTED PARTY OR IN OPPOSING THE APPLICATION OF THE
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON COLPANY FOR AN INCREASE IN RATES. Resolution No, 3573 -
Employment of Spec!-.
Moved by.Councilman Johnson, seconded by Councilman Ortuno, Counsel
resolution be patsed and adopted. This resolution was then
passed and adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen: Fawcett, Ortuno, Johnson, Romero, Memmesheimer
Noess None
and numbered Resolution Ng. 3573.
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Attorney Williams called attentionrto the following action
taken whereby "Application for Leave to Sue on Quo Warranto"
has been filed with the Attorney General in San Francisco
by fir. Shstford, representing the Duarte Mutual Vater Com-
pany in the matter of Annexation District No. 15, and re-
questing Council to state their desire for legal represent-
ation for the City in this matter.
Moved by Councilman Ortuno, seconded by Councilman Fawcett
that Attorney Williams be authorized to represent the City
of.Azusa, as legal counsel, to handle this action until
completion. Motion carried by unanimous vote of Council.
At this time the matter of depositing certain surplus funds
was discussed in an effort to determine the amount that
might be authorized for deposit. City Treasurer. Watkins
recommended to Council that it might be preferable that
Council act upon each recommendation submitted by the
Treasurer each month.
Moved by Councilman Ortuno, seconded by Councilman Fawcett,
and so ordered, City Treasurer to submit a recommendation
to the Council at the next meeting, relative to the invest-
ment of surplus funds.
The Administrative Officer advised Council of the request
by Aerojet-General Corporation to purchase a portion of Lot
'Xg owned by the City, for the appraised price of x1150, the
land to be used for off-street parking purposes. It was
the opinion of Council that the property to be sold, should
not extend to the center of Coney Avenue, as requested.
Moved by Councilman Fawcett, seconded by Councilman Ortuho
and so ordered, Administrative Officer contact Mr. Beehan,
of Aerojet-General Corporation, stating the willingness of
the City to sell that portion of Lot "X" extending wait',.
from the west side of Coney Avenue, for the appraised:price.
.r.
At this time request for audience participation was made by
Mayor Memmesheimer.
Mr. Anthony Cordio, 242 N. Barbara Avenue, asked regarding
the dedication of a portion of Vernon Avenue, between 2nd
and 3rd Streets, stating the danger to school children due
to the lack of sidewalks. Administrative Officer Miller
advised Mr. Cordio the property had been dedicated for
street and highway purposes and the project would be
started as soon as one more piece of property had been
acquired.
Mr. Elmo Lands, 5920 N. Ranburn Avenue requested infor-
mation on proposed Foothill Freeway route; also regarding
street 'lights being installed in that area.
Council advised Mr. Lande that there was no definite infor-
mation at this time as to the route to be taken by t�e free-
way, also that since Edison Company, services that area.
Council would have no indication when lights might be`
installed. ''
Moved by Councilman Ortuno, seconded by Councilman Romero
and so ordered, Administration Officer and Supt. of Light
Department to submit report on the possibilities of furn-
niehing street lights in this area.
Administrative Officer advised Council of the desire of
Aerojet-General Corporation to purdhase Lot 194, Tract
10660 which is owned by the City of Azusa. It would be
necessary for -the City to publish a notice for 3 conse-
^.utive weeks that it elects to sell this property. It
was further brought out -the Aerojet General Corporation
has acquired all property south of Third Street on the
west side of.Coney Avenue except that ovied by the City.
it is the desire of the Corporation to use this area for
off-street parking.
'Moved by Councilman Fawcett, seconded by Councilman Ortuno
and unanimously carried, that the.proposed zoning map be,,
referred to the Planning Commission with the recommendation
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Employment of Atty.-
Legal representation
authorized
Recommendation on
surplus funds to be
made by Treasurer
Request for purchase
of Lot "X"-Aerojet
Request relative to
street dedication
Foothill Freeway
information requested
Request for street
lights
Request from Aerojet
to purchase Lot 194
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that the property controlled .by Aerojet and the City owned
property on Coney Avenue be designated as "P" Zone.
Moved by Councilman Ortuno, seconded by Councilman Fawcett
and so ordered, City Clerk advertise for bids on this lot
to be for sale, and which is to be used for Parking and/or
single -residential use only, with a 10% deposit to accom-
pany bid. Publication dates to be January 28, Feb. 4, and
February 11, 1957. Bids to be opened Feb. 18, at 8:00 P.M.
The Administrative Officer recommended that authorization
be granted to advertise for bids for supplying Baseline
to the City for the period of March 1, 1957 through Feb.
280 1958, bids to be opened February 15, 1957 at 1000 A.M,
in the office of the City Clerk.
Moved by Councilman Ortuno, seconded by Councilman Fawcett
and so ordered, the City Clerk be authorized to advertise
for bids on gasoline supply for the City.
Authorize adver-
tising for bids
on sale of Lot 194.
To advertise for
gasoline bids
The Administrative Officer stated that an inquiry was made
of the County of Los Angeles regarding the type of animal Inquiry regarding
Humane Service that the County could furnish for/ the City County Pound service
of Azusa. The following functions are performed by the
County Department:
1. Impounding of stray and unwanted animals.
2. Collectiob of all dog license fees.
3. Investigation of cases involving inhumane
treatment of animals.
4. Enforcement of the dog leashing ordinance.
5. Operation of County owned animal shelter and super-
vision of. humane societies under contract to the County.
6. Investigation and approval of claims against the
Livestock Indemnity Fund.
7. Picking up of dead animals
8. Enforcement of the anti -rabies vaccination ordinance.
Discussion was held on the benefits to the City under this
arrangement, and whether the service would meet with that
expected by the citizens of Azusa.
Moved by Councilman Romero, seconded by Councilman Ortuno
that this request be tabled until the next meeting. Motion
so ordered.
A report on the revised tentative requirements, as prepared
by the staff of the Regional Water Pollution Control Board,
was submitted relative to the proposed establishing of a
municipal dump in Van Tassle Canyon by the City. On Thurs-
day, February 14,.1957 at 9:30 A. M.,in the Assembly Hall,
Room 115, State Building, Los Angeles the Board will consider
objections submitted in writing on or before February 13,1957
to any or all portions of the tentative requirements. A copy
of the tentative requirements has been given to the City
Engineer for his study.
The Administrative Officer stated that the Engineer advised
that the additional requirements can be met without undue
expense. The requirements, as set forth in this report are
very.similiar to those set forth at the December 20th meet-
ing.
City Engineer Kirkgaard reported further on these require-
ments.
Moved by Councilman Ortuno, seconded by Councilman Romero,
the matter be tabled and a copy of requirements to be
forwarded to John Williamson. Motion so ordered.
Request was received from St. Frances of 'tome Church Parish
to hold a dence February 16, at Parish Hall. The dance -is -
to be held from 8:00 P.M. ,to 12:00 midnight, no liquor to
be sold, and two police officers to be employed for the
t„rening.
`-)ved by Councilman Ortuno, seconded by Councilman Romero
.'ad so orderedi request be referred to the Police Department
:with power to act,
Report on tentative
requirements for
dump in Van Tassle
Canyon
Request for dance-
St.Frances of Roma
Parish
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A request was received from Mayor Gordon Dunn, of Fresno,
California for support from public officials on proposed
legislation which would limit the hours of sale for On -Sale Request for support
and Off -Sale liquor establishments from 10:00 A.M.' to 12:90 on change in sale of
midnight with New Year's moratorium. liquor hours
Moved by Councilman Fawcett, seconded by Councilman Romero
and so ordered, request be tabled.
Announcement was made of the dinner meeting to be held by
the Upper San Gabriel Valley Water Association, Tuesday
January 22, 1957 at the Sportsman's Tavern, 1452 Huntington
Drive, Duarte. This will be an informal meeting for the
purpose of discussing water problems in this area. Upper San Gabriel
Councilman Fawcett has previously represented the City at Valley Water Assn.
theAssociation meetings. meeting announced
Moved by Councilman Romero, seconded by Councilman Ortuno
and so ordered, that Councilman Fawcett and Supt. Smith be
authorized to attend the meeting of the Upper San Gabriel
Valley Water Assn.
Councilman Fawcett, representing the City, reported on the
meeting of the Azusa Agricultural Water Company Board's
Annual meeting at which the officers for the coming year Annual Board meeting
were elected, and certain expenditures authorized. Azusa Agricultural
Councilman Fawcett stated that he had been elected as Water Company
Vice -President of the Board of Directors of the Company.
Administrative Officer Miller advised Council of the results
of the preliminary report on the Special Census held in Report on Special
Azusa during December, 1956. The population was 18,574; Census taken in
cost of Census to the City was $9> 616.82, the City
Atty. Frank M. Benedict, counsel for H. W. Osbrink Enter-
prises, submitted a letter requesting Council to reconsider
the action taken relative to the request made by his client Request for recon -
for permission to move" two houses into the City, sideration of house
Moved by Councilman Fawcett, seconded by Councilman Ortuno, moving into the City
request be referred to the City Attorney and Administrative
Officer for report, and recommendation to the Council.
Administrative Officer reported on the central cash collection
to be inaugerated and recommended approval of this new policy
of central cashiering. Central cashiering
Moved by Councilman Ortunos seconded by Councilman Romero system submitted
and so ordered, City tttorney and Administrative Officer be for approval
authorized to study ordinances relative to the powers granted
to those designated to collect funds, and submit report to
Council.
Letter from Mrs. Francis E. Tyck, chairman of the Azusa Heart
Foundation Fund campaign, requesting permission to hold a door
to door fund raising campaign during February, with February
24th to be proclaimed "Heart SundayR in Azusa.
Moved by Councilman Romero, seconded by Councilman Ortuno and
so 43rdered, that all requests for fund raising from legitimate
organizations be granted with the stipulation that the names Request for fund
of solicitors be filed with the Police Department, raising campaign -
Heart Foundation
Letter was received from the American Mission Army relative
to rights and privileges of soliciting funds in the City. Complaint from
Moved by Councilman Fawcett, seconded -by Councilman Ortuno American Mission
and so ordered, this request be referred to the City Attor- Army
ney for recommendation.
Councilman Ortuno stated that the alley behind the property
on the west side of Orange Avenue between 11th and 12th Street
had been barricaded and it was the opinion of the property
owners that this was a dedicated alley and should not be Request regardin^,
be barricaded. alley pest of
Moved by Councilman Romero, seconded by Councilman Fawcett Orange'Street bei%,
and so ordered, this matter be referred to the City Engineer barricaded
for study and recommendation.
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Councilman Ortuno requested a report be made as to when the
street lights would be in operation in the southwest section
of the City.
Supt. Smith of the Light Dept., stated the need of employing
extra men if Council so desired to speed up the lighting
program.
Moved by Councilman Ortuno, seconded by Councilman Fawcett,
that Slept. Smith be authorised to employ a cPew of men for
the purpose of expediting the street lighting program.
There being no objections, motion so ordered.
At this time Councilman Romero was excused from the meeting,
time 11:05 P.M.
Mayor Memmesheimer requested authorization for payment of
subscription and dues for an associate membership in the
International Police Chiefs Organization, in the amount of
W.00.
Moved by Councilman Fawcett, seconded by Councilman Ortuno
and so ordered, membership subscription to the International
Police Chiefs for Mayor Memmesheimer be authorized.
Absent: Councilman Romero
Request for street
light installation
Associate membership
in Police Chiefs
Org. approved for
payment
Administrative Officer reported on letter from the attorneys
for Chorak Construction Company relative to the construction
contract for sewers on Vernon, McKeever and Foothill Blvd.,
stating the company has suffered a loss due to certain changes,
deletions, etc by the City of Azusa.
Moved by Councilman Fawcett, seconded by Councilman Ortuno Chorak Const. Co.
this matter be referred to the Acting City Attorney and the claim
City Administrative Officer. Motion so ordered.
Petition was sutsmitted by the Norac Company, and signed by
property oon ers and owners of businesses in the Irwindale
industrial area, requesting that priority be given to the Petition for const.
construction of industrial sewers in this industrial area of industrial sewers
and also requesting the City negotiate with the County
Sanitation District for the utilization of the present
industrial sewer trunk line located in Irwindale Avenue.
Moved by Councilman Fawcett, seconded by Councilman Ortuno
this request be referred to the City Engineer for report.
Motion ordered carried.
Councilman Fawdett offered the following resolution entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THT: CITY OF {ZUSA ALLWING
CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AND SPECIFYING THE FUNDS OUT OF 'dHICH
SAME IS TO BE PAID.
Moved by Councilman Fawcett, seconded by Councilman Ortuno, Resolution No.3574
this resolution be passed and adopted. This resolution was -Claims and demands
then passed and adopted by the following votes
Ayes: Councilmen: Fawcett, Ortuno, Johnson, Memmesheimer
Noes: None
Absents Councilman Romero
and numbered Resolution No 3574
Moved by Councilman Fawcett, seconded by Councilman Johnson
and unanimously carried, this meeting adjourn. Time of
adjournment lls15 P.M.
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