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CIVIC AUDITORIUM AZUSA, CALIFORNIA MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 1978,,7:30 p.m.
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 and led in the
salute to the flag.
In the absence of Rev. Donald Bowers of the Village
Covenant Church, invocation was given by Rev. Frank
Herber of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day
Saints.
resent at Roll Call: Councilmen: Decker, Fry, Moses,
Solem
Moved by Councilman Decker,
and unanimously carried that
from this meeting.
seconded by Councilman Moses
Councilman Cruz be excused
Mayor Solem advised that Art Morales requested that his
remarks be written into the original Minutes concerning
his request for Mr. LaValle's appointment to the Senior
Citizen Nutrition Program.
MMoved by Councilman Moses, seconded by Councilman Decker
in and unanimously carried to approve request provided Mr.
Morales' remarks were based on the fact that he did indeed
a speak on the subject.
There being no additions or corrections, Minutes of the
meeting of September 5, 1978, stand approved as amended.
A Resolution and plaque of commendation which was presented
by Councilman Moses to David Houts , former Police Officer
for the City, and was accepted by his wife. Mr. Keith
cushey, on behalf of Mr. Houts, thanked Council for their
onsideration and opportunities offered him while in the
mployee of the City.
Council convened as the Redevelopment Agency at 7:43 p.m.
Call to Order
Invocation
Roll Call
Counc.Cruz
excused from
this meeting
Art Morales'
remarks to be
included in
Minutes
Annvl.Min.of
9/5/78 mtg.
Pres.of Res.
& plaque to
David Houts
Minutes of the September 5, 1978, Redevelopment Meeting Ap vl.Min.
were approved as written. 97/78
The Executive Director advised Council of request,
by Forest City Dillon, Inc., develoer of the proposed Sr.'
Citizens Housing Facility, Section 9 Program on Fifth
between Azusa and San Gabriel Avenues, for Council/Agency
approval of site and finalizing negotiations with Califor-
nia Housing Finance Agency. This will be an 85 unit 3
story complex for senior citizens only. Financing will
be done with private investments with the possible excep-
tion of use of funds from housing and community development
monies which are deposited with the County of Los Angeles
for the City.
After discussion, it was
Mw ed by Director Decker, seconded by Director Fry and
unanimously carried by roll call to approve as a desirable
ocation and that the necessary steps be taken to proceed
ith proposed development.
oved by Director Decker, seconded by Director Fry and
unanimously carried to adjourn as.CRA and reconvene as
City council. at 7:50 p.m.
Sr.Citizen
Housing
Facility
Reconvened as
Council
Bids were opened in the office of the City Clerk on Bids for 12"
Thursday, Se?tember 14, 1978, at 10:00 a.m. for construc- water main
tion of a 12' transmission water main in Foothill Blvd., Proj.#485
from Todd Avenue to Virginia Avenue, six bids were received
as follows:
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BIDDER AMOUNT
Amick Construction Company $82,730.00
Jan Earnest Construction 959250.00
L.D.M. Pipeline 96,425.00
Ace Pipeline 112,804.00
Jade Construction 114,114.00
Barron & Eckhart Construction 133,610.00
The Director of Public Works stated because all bids were
Iforcess
o much over the Engineer's estimate and in the interest
f economy the project should be constructed by City
with the temporary employment of six Maintenance
i,.an I for a period of 90 days.
It was the recommendation of the Director of Public Works
that the City Council reject all bids; instruct the City
Clerk to return bidder's guarantees to all bidders;
authorize the City Clerk to advertise for bids for
materials only; and Coum it by a four-fifths vote finds
that the project can be accomplished more economically
by day labor and that it is possible to modify project
d' in the manner proposed.
M Moved by Councilman Fry, seconded by Councilman Decker
aand unanimously carried by roll call to approve recommen-
dation of the Director of Public Works.
Mr. Richard M. Kreisler, 11661 San Vicente Blvd., Los Azusa Police
Angeles, representing Azusa Police Relief Association Relief Assoc.
addressed Council reiterating his remarks from the representatives
previous Council meeting held on September 5, 1978. addressed
Council
Mr. Jeff Templeman, President of the Police Relief Associ-
tion gave statistics from a recent FBI report published
n the San Gabriel Valley Tribune relative to the crime
ate in local cities; and urged Council to help in com-
attLngg the high crime rate by hiring more Police Officers.
Art Morales addressed remarks concerning expenditure of
funds for Golden Days vs hiring more Police Officers.
Mr. Al Almada, and Peggy Gallagher, representing the Jr.
All American Football addressed Council requesting
financial help from the City.
After discussion, it was
Moved by Councilman Moses, seconded by Mayor Solem to
offer the sum of $600.00 to the Azusa Jr. All American
Football. Motion failed by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen: Moses, Solem
NOES: Councilmen: Decker, Fry
ABSENT: Councilmen: Cruz
Moved by Councilman Fry, seconded by Councilman Decker
and carried to instruct the City Administrator to check
with the AYP, City's Recreation Department or see if
pderal funding is available for help with Azusa Jr. All
erican Football's financial situation.
Remarks by
Art Morales
Azusa Jr.
All American
Football
�A communication was received from the Personnel Board Step Raises/
recommending step raises/permanent status for the following Perm.Status
employees:
Name
T. Pardo P.W.Maint.Wkr.I,CETA Step F 9/3/78
M. Rojas P.W.Maint.Wkr.I,CETA Step 5 9/3/78
J. Lambert P.W.Maint.Wkr.I,CETA Step 2 9"/,22/78
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otice was given that the Planning Commission by Resolu-
8'
P.C.Res.#1519
(Case No,.V-591
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Public Storage
CIVIC AUDITORIUM AZUSA, CALIFORNIA MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 182 1978
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V-591 Public Storage). No action taken by Council.
Name
Notice was given that the Planning Commission by Resolu-
P.C.Res.#1520
M. Lucero P.W.Maint.Wkr.I,CETA Step 2 9/20/78
commended Mrs.
Secretary in the Planning Department for her 10 years of
J. Sojka Park Maint.Wkr.I,CETA Step 2 9/20/78
service to the City. No action taken by Council.
R. Lugo Park Maint.Wkr.I,CETA Step 59/03/78
P.C.Res.#1521
tion No. 1521 commended Mr. Harry Coffin for his dedicated
M. Moreno Park Maint.Wkr.I Step 5 9/19/78
service to the City as a member and chairman of the
Harry Coffin
R. Termath Police Sergeant Step 4 9/07/78
Council.
B. Nelson Police Lieutenant Step 4 9/07/78
An Ordinance was presented for second reading and
adoption approving and adopting the Redevelopment Plan
Ord.#2062 appvg.
Redevelopment
D. Kelly Police Clerk Step 3 9/18/78
for the
oved by Councilman Moses,,seconded by Councilman Decker
Pian
d unanimously carried to approve above recommendation.
Personnel Clerk, Paula Filer, requested Council authoriza-
Appvl.attndc.
tion to attend seminars on Affirmative Action/Equal Employ-
Psnl.Clerk,P.
ment Opportunity, to be held on September 27th, October 3rd
Filer at seminars
and October 18th, in Pasadena, budgeted funds are available.in
Pasadena
Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Moses
and unanimously carried to approve the request.
Notice was given that the Planning Commission by Resolu-
P.C.Res.#1517
tion No. 1517 conditionally approved a Variance to permit
15'
cond.appvd.Var.
(Case No.V-589
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a reduced rear yard setback of 611, instead of required
onproperty located at 590 Sally Lee Avenue. (Case No.
Helen Haddick)
QV-589
Helen Haddick). No action taken by Council.
Notice was given that the Planning Commission by Resolu-
P.C.Res.#1518
tion No. 1518 conditionally granted a Variance request
cond.grntd.Var.
permitting a reduced rear yard setback of 20.51, instead
436 South
(Case No -V-590
Tilton Merritt)
of the required 25' on property located at
Grantland Drive. (Case No. V-590 Tilton Merritt). No
action taken by Council.
otice was given that the Planning Commission by Resolu-
8'
P.C.Res.#1519
(Case No,.V-591
ion No. 1519 denied a request to allow an high chain
ink fence in lieu of required 6' decorative masonry wall,
Public Storage
n property located at 791 South Azusa Avenue (Case No.
V-591 Public Storage). No action taken by Council.
Notice was given that the Planning Commission by Resolu-
P.C.Res.#1520
tion No. 1520 commended Mrs. Dorothy Hilton as Senior
commended Mrs.
Secretary in the Planning Department for her 10 years of
Dorothy Hilton
service to the City. No action taken by Council.
Notice was given that the Planning Commission by Resolu-
P.C.Res.#1521
tion No. 1521 commended Mr. Harry Coffin for his dedicated
commended Mr.
service to the City as a member and chairman of the
Harry Coffin
Planning Commission for 8 years. No action taken by
Council.
An Ordinance was presented for second reading and
adoption approving and adopting the Redevelopment Plan
Ord.#2062 appvg.
Redevelopment
for the Azusa Central Business District Redevelopment
for the
Project.
Pian
Councilman Fry offered the Ordinance entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA
toPROVING AND ADOTPING THE REDEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR THE
USA CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT.
ved by Councilman Fry, seconded by Councilman Decker
and unanimously carried by roll call that furtherreading
be waived.
Moved by Councilman Fry, seconded by Councilman Decker
that the Ordinance be adopted. Ordinance passed and
adopted by the following vote of Council:
AYES: Councilmen: Decker, Fry, Moses, Solem
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Cruz
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An Ordinance was presented for introductory first reading 1st intro.rdg.
approving a change of zone from C-2 to R -3b on property Ord.appvg.
located at 224 N. Azusa Avenue. (Case Z-208 Zanib Khardin). zone change
(Case Z-208
Councilman Moses offered for introductory first reading Zanib Khardin)
an Ordinance entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA
REZONING CERTAIN PREMISES (ZONE CHANGE CASE NO. Z-208
vib Khardin)
ed by Councilman Moses, seconded by Councilman Decker
unanimously carried by roll call that further reading
be waived.
The City Administrator submitted a request that Council Appvl.waiver
Iaive all fee and permit requirements for Azusa civic feesldpermien ts
ys
roups in connection with Golden Days activities.
oved by Councilman Moses, seconded by Councilman Decker
and unanimously carried to approve request.
The City Administrator submitted a communication concerning
The City Treasurer's Financial Statement was submitted
City Treas.
of Comm.Service
showing a balance of $4,0913683.62, as of August, 1978.
Financial
tion Supervisor recently resigned. His recommendation is to
Statement
Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Moses
dent, and that part time hours, determined by Council
and unanimously carried to receive and file.
and staff,be reinstated.
City Administrator submitted a monthly report from the
Monthly Rpts.
Q'
Police Department.
the City Administrator.
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The City Administrator presented the proposed Agreement
Agreement re:
between the Azusa Unified School District and the City
Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Fry
of Azusa to contract for crossing guard service; and
guard
and unanimously carried to receive and file.
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turned over to the school district now that the law
Notice was received of the fuel cost adjustment for the
Fuel Cost
It was the recommendation df the City Administrator that
month of September, 1978.
Adjustment
Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Fry
and unanimously carried to receive and file.
The City Administrator submitted a request that Council Appvl.waiver
Iaive all fee and permit requirements for Azusa civic feesldpermien ts
ys
roups in connection with Golden Days activities.
oved by Councilman Moses, seconded by Councilman Decker
and unanimously carried to approve request.
The City Administrator submitted a communication concerning
Vacancies in
Recreation Div.
vacancies in the Recreation Division of the Community
Department. David Fonfara, Recreation Superin-
of Comm.Service
Services
tendent will resign in November, and Roger Keith, Recrea-
Department
tion Supervisor recently resigned. His recommendation is to
reduce the complement by one Recreation Supervisor and
�nten-
authorize filling the position of Recreation Super
dent, and that part time hours, determined by Council
and staff,be reinstated.
Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Fry
and unanimously carried to approve recommendation of
the City Administrator.
The City Administrator presented the proposed Agreement
Agreement re:
between the Azusa Unified School District and the City
crossing
service
of Azusa to contract for crossing guard service; and
guard
recommendations from himself and the Chief of Police. It
was their opinion that the responsibility of this service
turned over to the school district now that the law
rovides the authority for the school district to do so.
�e
It was the recommendation df the City Administrator that
City discontinue any connection with crossing guard
service and so advise the school district.
Moved by Councilman Moses, seconded by Councilman Decker
and unanimously carried by roll call to approve recommen-
dation of City Administrator; and that appropriate publicity
be given that the school district is now responsible for
this service.
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The Planning Director requested Council approval of his Appvl.appmt.
appointment of Mr. Ray Cosgrove as Planning Aide under P1nng.Aide,
CETA, effective September 13, 1978. CETA,eff.
9/13/78
foved by Councilman Moses, seconded by Councilman Decker
nd unanimously carried to approve the appointment.
The following two appointments were approved by one problpolpmt.
motion by Council: K.Taylor &
Miss Kyle Taylor as Probationary Police Clerk, effective S.Garrison
October 21 1978. Miss Sheila Garrison, as Probationary
Police Clerk, effective September 19, 1978.
Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Moses
and unanimously carried to approve the above appointments.
The following appointments were approved by one motion
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1978 Page 5
Council authorization was given for the Superintendent
Appvl.attndc.
Robert Sears as Probationary Police Officer, effective
of Light & Power and the City Administrator to attend
Supt.I&P &
Gilbert
a one day meeting in Phoenix, on September 19, 1978,
City Adm.to
Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Moses
to discuss the marketing of the Navajo thermo power with
attend mtg.
hydro -electric resources on the Colorado River, with the
@Phoenix
as requested by a member of Council, for informa-
possibility of acquiring less expensive power.
9/19/78
Moved by Councilman Moses, seconded by Councilman Decker
Appvl.appmt.
of the appointment of Anthony Poli as Water Utility
and unanimously carried to approve request.
Superintendent, effective October 32 1978•
otice was received of the resignation of Jessie Webster,
Resig.J.Webster
ntermediate Typist Clerk, in the Purchasing Department,
effec.9/12/78
The City Administrator submitted a communication re:
ffective September 12, 1978.
the annexation/de-annexation of portions of Duarte.
of Duarte)
Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Fry
and unanimously carried to accept the resignation.
Notice was received of the resignation of Jimmie Holland,
Resign.J.
Police Reserve Officer, effective September 8, 1978.
HHollannd,effec.
9/8/78
Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Fry
and unanimously carried to accept the resignation.
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The Planning Director requested Council approval of his
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Appvl.appmt.
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appointment of Tylen Rose Warner as Senior Secretary,
Sr.Secretary
effective October 3, 1978. He further requested approval
in Planning
of starting her on the third step.
Dept.
Moved by Councilman Fry, seconded by Councilman Decker
and unanimously carried to approve the appointment.
The Planning Director requested Council approval of his Appvl.appmt.
appointment of Mr. Ray Cosgrove as Planning Aide under P1nng.Aide,
CETA, effective September 13, 1978. CETA,eff.
9/13/78
foved by Councilman Moses, seconded by Councilman Decker
nd unanimously carried to approve the appointment.
The following two appointments were approved by one problpolpmt.
motion by Council: K.Taylor &
Miss Kyle Taylor as Probationary Police Clerk, effective S.Garrison
October 21 1978. Miss Sheila Garrison, as Probationary
Police Clerk, effective September 19, 1978.
Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Moses
and unanimously carried to approve the above appointments.
The following appointments were approved by one motion
Appvl.appmt.
by Council:
Officers, R.
Robert Sears as Probationary Police Officer, effective
Sears & T.
October 22 1978. Thomas Gilbert as Probationary Police
Gilbert
Officer, effective October 32 1978.
Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Moses
and unanimously carried to approve above appointments.
Director of Public Works presented an alley deficiency
Alley survey
as requested by a member of Council, for informa-
�urvey,
ion purposes. No action taken by Council.
The Director of Public Works requested Council approval
Appvl.appmt.
of the appointment of Anthony Poli as Water Utility
Wtr.Util.Supt.
Superintendent, effective October 32 1978•
l0%3/7$li eff.
Moved by Councilman Fry, seconded by Councilman Decker,
and unanimously carried to approve the request.
The City Administrator submitted a communication re:
Annex. -De -
Annex.(City
the annexation/de-annexation of portions of Duarte.
of Duarte)
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The areas to be annexed to the City of Duarte may be utilized
in connection with current development in Duarte. The
area to be de -annexed from Duarte to Azusa would provide
the City with logical access to the northern property
which includes an equestrian center and also to the San
Gabriel River Gun Club. The City would secure those
portions of Encanto Parkway in the north portion, which
are presently in the City of Duarte. He recommended that
the City enter into an agreement for joint law enforce -
e
ont byy the County Sheriff that contracts with the City
f Duarte.
ved by Councilman Fry, seconded by Councilman Decker
and unanimously carried to authorize the City Administrator
to sign the joint letter indicating boundary adjustments to
be submitted to the LAFC, and to amend our application
on file with the commission, with above recommendations.
Councilman Decker expressed concern re: the many requests Remarks by
that come to Council from various City organizations Counc.Decker
requesting financial assistance. He felt that Council, re:financial
in order to be fair to all organizations, should estab- assistance
lish a policy on what the City can contribute and to to various
what organizations, and it should be done on an equal City,tionsorganiza-
basis.
Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Fry
and unanimously carried by roll call to have the City
Administrator look into this situation for legality of
financial support and monies available for same.
Councilman Decker read a communication prepared by the Communica-
City Administrator re: reports that the County of Los tion re:
Angeles is planning to withdraw mutual aid fire protec- mutual aid
tion from the City of Vernon, if the City does not settle fire pro-
ts strike with its local fire union by a given date. He tection
trongly urged the County Board of Supervisors to with -
raw its support from the side of labor and honor its
Mutual Aid Agreement with the City of Vernon.
Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Fry
and unanimously carried by roll call to have this
,letter signed by the Mayor and copies be sent to the
County Board of Supervisors, all cities and to the
newspapers.
Art Morales requested additional financial assistance
Remarks by
for supplies in his campaign against graffiti. It was
A. Morales
the consensus of Council that the Director of Public
Works be responsible for the allocation of these expendi-
tures.
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The Deputy City Clerk read a Resolution authorizing
Res.#6707
Warrants
Apayment
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
unanimously carried by roll call that Resolution
Ind
e adopted. Resolution passed and adopted by the
ollowing vote of Council:
AYES: Councilmen: Decker, Fry, Moses, Solem
NOES: Councilmen: None
ABSENT: Councilmen: Cruz
Councilman Decker expressed concern re: the many requests Remarks by
that come to Council from various City organizations Counc.Decker
requesting financial assistance. He felt that Council, re:financial
in order to be fair to all organizations, should estab- assistance
lish a policy on what the City can contribute and to to various
what organizations, and it should be done on an equal City,tionsorganiza-
basis.
Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Fry
and unanimously carried by roll call to have the City
Administrator look into this situation for legality of
financial support and monies available for same.
Councilman Decker read a communication prepared by the Communica-
City Administrator re: reports that the County of Los tion re:
Angeles is planning to withdraw mutual aid fire protec- mutual aid
tion from the City of Vernon, if the City does not settle fire pro-
ts strike with its local fire union by a given date. He tection
trongly urged the County Board of Supervisors to with -
raw its support from the side of labor and honor its
Mutual Aid Agreement with the City of Vernon.
Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Fry
and unanimously carried by roll call to have this
,letter signed by the Mayor and copies be sent to the
County Board of Supervisors, all cities and to the
newspapers.
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Council recessed to Executive Session at 9:08 p.m.
Council reconvened at 9:48 p.m.
Moved by Councilman Decker, seconded by Councilman Moses
and unanimously carried by roll call to increase the fire-
fighter complement by two (2) positions, and to increase
the Police Officer complement by two (2) positions.
Moved by Councilman Fry, seconded by Councilman Decker
tnd unanimously carried to acUDurn.
ime of Adjournment: 9:50 p.m.
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Next Resolution No. 6707
Next Ordinance No. 2063
Rec.Exec.Session
Reconvened
Increase in
Firefighter
& Police Off.
complements
Adjourn
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