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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - July 19, 1976 - CC1 Cf) C4 ifJ Q 1 1 AZUSA AUDITORIUM AZUSA, CALIFORNIA MONDAY, JULY 19, 1976 The City Council of the City of Azusa met in regular session at the above time and place. Mayor Solem called the meeting to order. invocation was given by Rev. B. J. Paroulek of First Presbyterian Church. Present at Roll Call: Councilmen: Decker, Fry, Cruz, Arkison, Solem Also Present: City Attorney Wakefield, City Administra- tor Dangleis, Superintendent of Light & Power Gerharz, Director of Public Works Wells, Police Chief Elkins, Fire Chief Torrance, Planning Director Fitzsimmons, Supervisor of Recreation Chase, Finance Officer Cooney, Deputy City Clerk Bath There being no corrections or additions, Minutes of July 6, 1976 regular meeting stand approved as written. 14 7:30 p.m. Call to Order Invocation Roll Call Appvl.Min. 7/6 reg.mtg. Councilman Cruz presented a Resolution and plaque to Mrs. Res.& plaque Camilla Williams for her 16 years of service to the City, presented to as member and Chairman of the Parks & Recreation Commission. Mrs.C.Williams Mayor Solem extended his welcome, on behalf of the City, Intro. of to the Youth Exchange students and chaperones from Zaca- Youth Exchng. tecas. students from Zacatecas Paul Mendoza then introduced Azusa students who will be exchange students going to Zacatecas, and also students who are hosting the Zacatecas group. Council Members presented each student a token gift, from the City, as Mr. Mendoza introduced each student indivi- dually as follows: Miguel de la Torre Aguilar Rocio de la Torre Aguilar Rosalinda Avila Saucedo Ma. Antonieta Avila Saucedo Laura Robles Cervantes Lupe Robles Cervantes Lorena Ruiz Esparza de la Torres Carlos Montes de Oca Vazquez Alfonso Rivapalacio Lucretia Elizabeth Buenrostro Chaperones• Patricia Avila Saucedo Ma. de Jesus Tavizon Rosa Soto Aguilar Margarita Soto Aguilar Irma Avila Duenas Liliana Berumen Ixta Victor Salas Jorge Alberto de la Pena Juan Pablo Soto Aguilar Jose Antonio Aguilar Manuel Soto Aguilar Chaperone Ma. de Jesus Tavizon, on behalf of the Youth Exchange students, expressed her thanks to the City of Azusa for courtesies extended to them. Dr. Manuel Soto Palacios also expressed his appreciation, and extended an invitation for the people of Azusa to visit Zacatecas. Ms. Knora Jackson, 843 E. Lucille Ave., W. Covina, Presi- dent of the California Association of the Physically Handicapped, East San Gabriel Valley Chapter addressed Council. Ms. Jackson stated CAPH is interested in the legislative activities of the State, as they relate to the physically handicapped. Its goal is to have a member from CAPH to assist in the planning of new buildings, so that requirements of the physically handicapped can be met. Mr. Dennis Jeffers, 131 S. Barranca Ave. Apt. 94, W.Covina, Architectural Chairman, of CAPH addressed Council citing many areas that cause hardship to the physically handi- capped. Report frm.mbrs of Calif.Assoc. of Physically Handicapped 1 AZUSA AUDITORIUM AZUSA, CALIFORNIA MONDAY, JULY 19, 1976 Mr. Richard Medina, 405 E. 11th St., addressed Council expressing concern for lack of parking spaces for businesses on north side of Foothill Blvd., between Azusa Avenue and San Gabriel Avenue. He suggested the area at the south-east corner of Foothill Blvd. and San Gabriel Avenue, which the City now maintains as a mini park, could be used as additional parking. Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Cruz and unanimously carried to refer this matter to the Planning Commission. 14 Page 2 Req. for addnl. City parking The matter of the presentation from members of CAPH was Action by brought to Council's attention again by Councilman Arkison. Counc. on After discussion, it was CAPH rpt. Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Cruz and unanimously carried to refer presentation by CAPH members to Director of Public Works for review and report to Council on status of this matter in the City. Notice of summons served on the City of Azusa vs John Summons -City NEugene Wright, also known as John Tikonoff, for alleged of Az.vs J.E. personal injuries, was presented for Council considera- Wright, etc. C4 tion. Li � Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Cruz and unanimously carried to refer summons to City's insur- ance carrier. Request was received from Mr. Alex Rubio for permission Appvl.req.to to hold boxing exhibition on Sunday, August 1, 1976 at hold boxing St. Francis Parish grounds, 402 N. Dalton Avenue. Boxing exhibition clubs from neighboring cities will be participating in this 8/1/76 youth diversion program. Moved by Councilman Cruz, seconded by Councilman Fry and unanimously carried that request be granted. Mr. Joe Abasta, Sr., 331 S. Vernon Avenue, Azusa, presen- Proposal & ted to Council proposal and budget on proposed Community budget re: Youth Program, known as, Azusa Youth Intervention Project, Community Inc., to help aid hard core youth of Azusa who are in- Youth Pgm. volved in drugs. Projected budget costs are $41,415. for first year. Mr. Abasta advised Council he does have a building, which was donated for one year. The Mayor discussed financial situation the City was in at this time, and further discussed possibility of County or Federal funding. It was suggested that Police Depart- ment look over proposal for its evaluation, and if program would be of assistance to them and City. Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Cruz and unanimously carried to refer this matter to City Administrator and Police Department. ' Request was submitted for Council authorization to pay annual membership dues to Sister Cities Internationa5 in Appvl.mbrshp. dues for the amount of $100. This is a budgeted item. Sister Cities International Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Cruz and unanimously carried by roll call that request be granted. A proposed Resolution was presented commending Mr. Ira R. Res.##6430 Calvert for his service to the City of Azusa. commending Ira R. Calvert Councilman Decker offered the Resolution entitled: 14 AZUSA AUDITORIUM AZUSA, CALIFORNIA MONDAY, JULY 19, 1976 Page 3 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA COMMENDING IRA R. CALVERT FOR HIS SERVICE TO THE CITY OF AZUSA. Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Cruz and unanimously carried by roll call that further reading be waived. Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Cruz that the Resolution be adopted. Resolution passed and adopted by the following vote of Council: AYES: Councilmen: Decker, Fry, Cruz, Arkison, Solem NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None A proposed Resolution was presented appointing Mrs. Lydia Res. #6431 Wheelehan to the Azusa City Library Commission, for term apptg. Mrs. expiring June 30, 1977. L.Wheelehan to Library Councilman Arkison offered the Resolution entitled: Commission C7 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA N APPOINTING MRS. LYDIA WHEELEHAN TO THE AZUSA CITY LIBRARY x COMMISSION. pMoved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Cruz and unanimously carried by roll call that further reading be waived. A proposed Resolution was presented appointing Mrs. Res. #6432 Louese G. Davies to the Azusa City Library Commission, apptg.Mrs. for term expiring June 30, 1978. L.Davies to Lib.Comm. ' Councilman Arkison offered the Resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA APPOINTING MRS. LOUESE G. DAVIES TO THE AZUSA CITY LIBRARY COMMISSION. Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Decker and unanimously carried by roll call that further reading be waived. Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Decker that the Resolution be adopted. Resolution passed and adopted by the following vote of Council: AYES: Councilmen: Decker, Fry, Cruz, Arkison, Solem NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None A proposed Resolution was presented appointing Mr. Larry Res. #6433 R. Sandoval to the Azusa City Library Commission, for apptg.Mr. term expiring June 30, 1978. L.Sandovalto Lib. Comm. Councilman Arkison offered the Resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA MR. LARRY R. SANDOVAL TO THE AZUSA CITY LIBRARY 'APPOINTING COMMISSION. Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Decker and unanimously carried by roll call that further reading be waived. Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Decker that the Resolution be adopted. Resolution passed and adopted by the following vote of Council: AYES: Councilmen: Decker, Fry, Cruz, Arkison, Solem NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None t4r AZUSA AUDITORIUM AZUSA, CALIFORNIA MONDAY, JULY 19, 1976 Page 4 A proposed Resolution was presented appointing Mr. John Res. #6434 C. Rodriguez to the Azusa City Library Commission, for apptg. Mr.J. term expiring June 30, 1977. Rodriguez to Lib. Comm. Councilman Arkison offered the Resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA APPOINTING MR. JOHN C. RODRIGUEZ TO THE AZUSA CITY LIBRARY COMMISSION. Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Fry and unanimously carried by roll call that further reading be waived. Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Fry that the Resolution be adopted. Resolution passed and adopted by the following vote of Council: AYES: Councilmen: Decker, Fry, Cruz, Arkison, Solem NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None CV) Notice was received from Alcoholic Beverage Control of Off- ABC Notice —Darton N Sale Beer & Wine Person -to -Person Transfer from Frances C.17- Var.(Case No. V-458 Helane in Luevanos to Delfina A. Zamora and Joe A.Zamora,for premises Ave.(Leo's Qlocated at 175 N. Dalton Ave. (Leo's Market). Market) p Moved by Councilman Cruz, seconded by Councilman Fry and tion No. 1290, conditionally granted a Variance request to cond.appvd. unanimously carried to receive and file. Var.(Case No. on property located at 1403 N. Deborah Ave. (Case No.V-459 A communication was received from Personnel Board recom- Step Raises/ Walden) mending step increase/permanent status for the following Perm.Status employees: Name To Status Effective M. Cardenas Pol.Clerk Perm.Stat.(no inc.) 7/22/76 L. Enriquez Pol.Clerk Step 3 Perm. Stat. 7/20/76 E. Summers Int.Typ.Clk.(CETA) Step 3 7/23/76 W. White Pol.Clk.(CETA) Step 3 7/23/76 Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Cruz and unanimously carried that recommendation of Personnel Board be approved. Notice was received from Personnel Board that a special Election of meeting was held on July 75 1976 for purpose of electing Chrmn.& Vice officers for year 1976-77. Mr. Paul Allen was elected Chrmn.on Chairman and Ms. Fray Clarke was elected Vice -Chairman for Personnel Bd. terms of office beginning July 1, 1976. Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Fry and unanimously carried to receive and file. Notice was given that the Planning Commission by Resolu- P.C.Res.#1288 tion No. 1288, conditionally approved a Variance request cond.appvd. to permit a reduced side yard of 3', instead of required Var.(Case No. 5' and a two -car carport in lieu of required two -car V-453 Vicente garage on property located at 325 N. Cerritos Ave.(Case Carreon) No. V-453 Vicente Carreon). No action taken by Council. Notice wasggiven that the Planning Commission by Resolu- P.C.Res.#1289 tion No. 1239, conditionally approved a Variance request cond.appvd. to permit a reduced rear yard of 3', instead of required Var.(Case No. V-458 Helane ' 25' and reduced side yard of 21, instead of required 5', on property located at 1033 No. Soldano Ave. (Case No.V-458 Hinkley) Helane Hinkley). No action taken by Council. Notice was given that the Planning Commission by Resolu- P.C.Res.#1290 tion No. 1290, conditionally granted a Variance request to cond.appvd. permit a reduced rear yard of 101, instead of required 15', Var.(Case No. on property located at 1403 N. Deborah Ave. (Case No.V-459 V-459 Valerie Valerie Walden). No action taken by Council. Walden) 1. AZUSA AUDITORIUM AZUSA, CALIFORNIA MONDAY, JULY 19, 1976 Page 5 Planning Director submitted, for review and approval by Appvl.Precise Council, the Precise Plan for McDonald's Restuarant located Plan for on the south side of Alosta Avenue, just east of the Ranch McDonald's Center. Planning Commission approved, by Resolution No. Restaurant 1287, the consturction of McDonald's Restaurant at this location. Mr. Jim Travis, Regional Real Estate Manager, for the McDonald's Restaurants addressed Council. He advised Council that the only modification of the plan was for an addition to the side of the building to accomodate a drive -up window. They have reviewed all required conditions, as set by the Planning Commission, and see no particular problems in meeting conditions. Moved by Councilman Fry, seconded by Councilman Decker and unanimously carried by roll call to approve Precise Plan subject to conditions of the Planning Commission. Notice was received from Planning Commission that at its Election of meeting of July 7, 1976, Mr. Donald Olejnik was elected Chrmn. & Vice Chairman, and Mr. Gerald Murray Vice -Chairman of the Chrmn. of Planning Commission, for year 1976-77. Plnng. Comm. Moved by Councilman Cruz, seconded by Councilman Decker and Nunanimously carried to receive and file. Planning Director submitted for Council consideration the assessment of Environmental Impact for programs proposed ® under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974. Urban Futures and Planning Staff recommended that the City Council find the Senior Citizen Housing Project is a Class 3 Categorical Exemption and that the Low -Interest Loan Program and Code Enforcement Program are Class 2 Categorical Exemp- tions under the California Environmental Quality Act. 'Moved by Councilman Fry, seconded by Councilman Arkison and unanimously carried to make findings as recommended by Planning Commission that Senior Citizen Housing Project is a Class 3 Categorical Exemption, and Low Interest Loan Program and Code Enforcement Program are Class 2 Categorical Exemption, under the California Environmental Quality Act. An Ordinance was presented for introductory first reading amending Sections 8.05.03, 8.05.04 and 8.05.06 of the Municipal Code, relating to playing bingo in the City of Azusa. At the request of Councilman Arkison a roll call vote was taken concerning Section 3, paragraph (i) whether, responsi- bility to see conditions contained in this chapter are complied with by the organization, its officers and members, as written; or changed to read a designated person in the organization be responsible etc. Vote carried as follows: AYES: Councilmen: Decker, Fry, Cruz, Solem NOES: Councilmen: Arkison ABSENT: Councilmen: None At the suggestion of Council a change was made in Section 3 paragraph (b) with the addition of, "for a period of at least 6 months prior to the date of the application for the permit," the end of the paragraph. It was also suggested Ordinance ,at stipulate $50 permit fee would not be waived. City Attorney offered for introductory first reading Ordinance with suggested amendments, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA AMENDING SECTIONS 8.05.03, 8.05.04 AND 8.05.06 OF THE AZUSA MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO THE PLAYING OF BINGO. Housing & Community Development Act of 1974 1st intro. rdg.Ord, re: playing Bingo in Azusa AZUSA AUDITORIUM AZUSA, CALIFORNIA MONDAY, JULY 195 1976 Page 6 Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Fry and unanimously carried by roll call that further reading be waived. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING REPORT OF THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS FOR THE COST OF REMOVAL OF WEEDS, RUBBISH, REFUSE AND DIRT FROM PARKWAYS, SIDEWALKS, AND PRIVATE PROPERTY AND THE ASSESSMENT THERE- OF UPON CERTAIN PARCELS OF LAND IN THE CITY OF AZUSA. Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Fry and unanimously carried by roll call that further read- ing be waived. Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Fry that the Resolution be adopted. Resolution passed and adopted by the following vote of Council: AYES: Councilmen: Decker, Fry, Cruz, Arkison, Solem NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None City Administrator submitted for Council approval plans Appvl.plans and specifications for Project No. 559, construction of & specs for water reservoir No. 5• This reservoir is proposed to water reser- be a 3 -million gallon structure located in the city's voir No. 5 north well field. Director of Public Works recommended that Council approve plans and specifications for construction of Project No. 559, water reservoir No. 5, and direct City Clerk to adver- tise for bids. City Attorney presented proposed Ordinance creating an Proposed Ord. Employee Safety Committee. It was the consensus of re: Employee Council there should be more investigation by City Admin- Safety Comm. istrator, relating to this type of Ordinance before City adopt same. Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Fry and unanimously carried to table this matter to next meeting, and have City Administrator check with City of Los Angeles re: its Employee Safety Committee Ordinance, and its feasibility for the City of Azusa. City Treasurer's Financial Statement was submitted, show- City Treas. ing a balance of $2,712,322.65, as of June 30, 1976. Financial Statement Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Fry and unanimously carried to receive and file. City Administrator submitted monthly reports from various Monthly City Departments. Reports Moved by Councilman Cruz, seconded by Councilman Fry and unanimously carried to receive and file. Request from Robert Chandler, on behalf of Azusa High Appvl.pchse. School, for City to purchase a full page ad in their ad in Az.High yearbook. Cost for a full page ad $100. Yearbook Moved by Councilman Fry, seconded by Councilman Decker and unanimously carried by roll call City purchase a full page ad in Azusa High School yearbook. Proposed Resolution was presented confirming report of Res. #6435 Director of Public Works for cost of removal of weeds, re: weed rubbish, refuse and dirt from various properties in the abatement City of Azusa. Councilman Decker offered the Resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING REPORT OF THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS FOR THE COST OF REMOVAL OF WEEDS, RUBBISH, REFUSE AND DIRT FROM PARKWAYS, SIDEWALKS, AND PRIVATE PROPERTY AND THE ASSESSMENT THERE- OF UPON CERTAIN PARCELS OF LAND IN THE CITY OF AZUSA. Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Fry and unanimously carried by roll call that further read- ing be waived. Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Fry that the Resolution be adopted. Resolution passed and adopted by the following vote of Council: AYES: Councilmen: Decker, Fry, Cruz, Arkison, Solem NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None City Administrator submitted for Council approval plans Appvl.plans and specifications for Project No. 559, construction of & specs for water reservoir No. 5• This reservoir is proposed to water reser- be a 3 -million gallon structure located in the city's voir No. 5 north well field. Director of Public Works recommended that Council approve plans and specifications for construction of Project No. 559, water reservoir No. 5, and direct City Clerk to adver- tise for bids. M1 AZUSA AUDITORIUM AZUSA, CALIFORNIA MONDAY, JULY 19, 1976 Page 7 Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Fry and unanimously carried to approve recommendation of Director of Public Works. Finance Officer submitted memorandum from Assistant Purchas- Appvl.certain ing Officer that certain material in City Yard be declared material be surplus, and Mrs. Learn be authorized to obtain informal declared sur - bids on same. plus Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Cruz and unanimously carried that request be granted. Request from Police Chief that Mrs. Anita Herbertson be appointed probationary Police Clerk, effective July 21, 1976. Mrs. Herbertson is #1 on the current eligibility list, and will be compensated at Range 112.5, Step 1. Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Fry and unanimously carried to approve the appointment. Notice was received from Director of Parks & Recreation that Mr. Tom Oki was elected Chairman, and Mr. Glenn Bashore Vice Chairman of the Parks & Recreation Commis- sion for year 1976-77. N N Moved by Councilman Fry, seconded by Councilman Decker t0 and unanimously carried to receive and file. There was discussion by Council regarding the continuing problem of graffiti on buildings throughout the City. City Attorney stated that it is part of the State law that parents of youths painting graffiti, are legally obligated to repair damage or pay costs. After further discussion, it was Moved by Councilman Arkison, seconded by Councilman Fry and unanimously carried by roll call that City place an ad in the Azusa Herald re: the penalty of placing graffiti on public buildings. Deputy City Clerk read in full a Resolution authorizing payment of warrants by the City, for ending fiscal year 1975-76 Councilman Decker offered the Resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AND SPECIFYING THE FUNDS OUT OF WHICH THE SAME ARE TO BE PAID. Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Fry and unanimously carried by roll callthat the Resolution be adopted. Resolution passed and adopted by the follow- ing vote of Council: AYES: Councilmen: Decker, Fry, Cruz, Arkison, Solem NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None Deputy City Clerk read in full a Resolution authorizing payment of warrants by the City. Councilman Decker offered the Resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AND SPECIFYING THE FUNDS OUT OF WHICH THE SAME ARE TO BE PAID. Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Fry andtnenimously carried by roll call that the Resolution be adopted. Resolution passed and adopted by the follow- ing vote of Council: Appvl.appmt. Mrs. A. Herbert - son, as prob. Pol.Clk.,eff. 7/21/76 Election of Chrmn.& Vice Chrmn.on Pks. & Rec.Comm. Graffiti problem Res.#6436 Claims & Demands - 1975-76 Res. #6437 Claims & Demands - AZUSA AUDITORIUM AZUSA, CALIFORNIA MONDAY, JULY 19, 1976 Page 8 AYES: Councilmen: Decker, Fry, Cruz, Arkison, Solem NOES: Councilmen: None ABSENT: Councilmen: None Moved by Councilman Solem, seconded by Councilman Decker Adjourn and unanimously carried to adjourn. Time of Adjournment: 10:30 p.m. n L' -/En o-. Next Resolution ##6438 Next Ordinance ##2024 1 r 1551