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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - June 4, 1990 - CC (2)CITY OF AZUSA MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING JUNE 4, 1990 - 7:30 P.M. 1 The City Council of the City of Azusa met in regular session at the above date and time in the Civic Auditorium. Mayor Moses called the meeting to order, and led in the Call to Order salute to the Flag. INVOCATION was given by Geoffrey Craig, Finance Director Invocation of the City of Azusa, as scheduled Minister was not in attendance at the meeting. ROLL CALL Roll Call PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: DANGLEIS, STEMRICH, NARANJO, ALEXANDER, MOSES ABSENT COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE ALSO PRESENT Also Present City Attorney Thorson, City Administrator Diaz, Director of of Finance Craig, Director of Community Development I Bruckner, Utilities Director Hsu, Chief of Police Wood, City Librarian Alaniz, Director of Community Services Guarrera, Street Maintenance Supervisor Pedroza, Public Information Officer Cooper, Redevelopment Director Steel, City Engineer Abbaszadeh, City Treasurer Talley, Deputy City Clerk Lara. CEREMONIAL Ceremonial Councilman Dangleis presented a Plaque to Cadet Girl Scout Plaque to Sara Elizabeth Boettcher in honor of her achieving the S. Boettcher Silver Award in Girl Scouting. Councilman Dangleis presented a Proclamation to retiring Proclamation Reserve Police Officer Sam Den Dekker commending him for his S. Den Dekker years of service to the City. Councilman Naranjo presented a Proclamation commending the Proclamation Azusa Youth Boxing Club as well as a Certificate of Azusa Youth Appreciation for Daniel Lugo. Both awards were received by Boxing Club Louie Pedroza. The entire Council presented a Proclamation in memory of Proclamation Louese Davies, which was received by her husband Charles. in memory of L. Davies PIIBLIC PARTICIPATION Pub.Prtc. Mrs. Jennie Avila addressed the Council advising that J. Avila author of "Route 66", as well as other books, Mike Wallis, Route 66 in - would be driving Route 66 in a 1964 Corvette with his formal recep- entourage and would be passing through Azusa on July 11th. tion She asked the Council if a small informal reception could be held in his honor on that day between 2 and 4 P.M.; further requesting any Route 66 memorabilia from residents for Mr. Wallis' collection. Discussion was held regarding this event and possibly using the Senior Center for the reception, rather than the City Hall complex outside, because of the heat. Further, that the City possibly create a Jack Benny Museum. Since this item was not agendized, it will be scheduled for the June 18th meeting. It was then moved by Mayor Moses, seconded by Councilman Stemrich and unanimously carried by roll call that staff coordinate the reception for Mr. Wallis with Mrs. Avila. Mr. Ed Trujillo addressed the Council regarding problems he has experienced because of the conversion of his garage years ago into a guest house. He stated that he was told that in order to keep the guest house, he would have to construct a 2 -car garage as well as having the guest house inspected and any violations brought up to Code. Lengthy discussion was held between Council, staff and Mr Trujillo regarding this issue. Discussion Staff to wrk w/Avila on reception E. Trujillo probs w/Png regulations Discussion It was consensus of Council that Mr. Trujillo appeal the E. Trujillo regulations imposed by the Real Property Records Report to advised to the City Council, thereby affording staff time to prepare appeal matter the necessary reports/options available to legally and feasibly reconcile the problem. Mr. Tony Torres advised staff that he had resolved his T. Torres not problems relating to building restrictions, and therefore @ mtg did not appear at the Council meeting. Mrs. Dorothy Elmore addressed the Council with objection to D. Elmore the Light Department's service deposit. She felt that light svc chg tenants moving into Hermitage II Park, all senior citizens, could not afford this deposit along with attendant moving in expenses. Director of Utilities addressed this item advising that in Comments essence this was a pre -payment and that usually, it was used Hsu for the last month's billing if resident were to relocate. Discussion was held between Council, staff, Mrs. Elmore and Discussion the Administrator of Hermitage II Park regarding this issue. It was consensus of Council that Utilities Director prepare Rpt on chgs a cost comparison report of fees charged by surrounding by oth cities cities as well as Edison Company. Mr. Robert Connelly addressed the Council requesting R. Connelly information relating to property purchased by the City for a pk in canyon park in the canyon area and if in fact the persons living at info the site were to be evicted. He was advised that the eviction problem had been settled, however, that due to pending litigation, no other information could be disseminated at this time. Mr. Gene Van Als addressed the Council regarding trash G. Van Als problems in the alley near his apartment complex and he trash probs would like to see it cleaned up. Moved by Councilman Dangleis seconded by Mayor Moses and Trash probs unanimously carried by roll call that this matter be rfrd to staff referred to staff for appropriate action regarding the clean up. The CONSENT CALENDAR consisting of Items 1 through 14 was Cons Cal approved by motion of Councilman Dangleis, seconded by appvd, G-3 Councilman Stemrich, and unanimously carried by roll call abstention by vote, with the exception of Item G-3 reflecting an Alexander, G - abstention by Councilman Alexander and Item G-10, which was 10 Spec Call considered under the Special Call portion of the Agenda. 06/04/90 PAGE TWO 1. The Minutes of the regular meeting of May 21, 1990 were Min appvd approved as written. 2. The appointment of Gary Phillips to the position of Appt G. Maintenance Worker II, effective date to be determined, Phillips was approved contingent upon successful completion of the physical examination. 3. Staff was directed to prepare a Proclamation in honor Proclamation of "Selective Service System Month" for the month of Selctive Svc June, 1990. Councilman Alexander abstaining. agreements. Since a Joint Powers Agreement with these Riverside 4. Employee step increase and permanent status Step inc./ recommendations were approved for the following: perm status NAME STATUS EFFECTIVE unnecessary. A. Cawte PermStat/Step 2 06/04/90 Purch carpet J. Fischer PermStat 05/06/90 C. Grogan Step 5 05/03/90 carpeting. Authorization was given for the purchase R. Najar PermStat 04/28/90 D. Ursua Step 5 05/05/90 R. Alvarado Step 3 06/06/90 Approval was given for the posting of a stop sign on 5. The Parks and Recreation Commission has asked Council Support L.A. to support the Los Angeles County Beaches, Wildlife and wildlife meas Park Land Conservation Act. This act, when adopted, would provide $740 million countywide in general obligation bonds to protect and provide recreational opportunities. Azusa would receive $618,885 in grants. The following resolution was adopted: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA Res. #8862 SUPPORTING THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY BEACHES, WILDLIFE AND sptng meas PARK LAND CONSERVATION ACT OF 1990. 6. The Light Division requires four transformers, in two Bids waived different sizes, for Centennial Square, Lee and Dalton to purch 4 Schools. To save time and receive the transformers as transformers soon as possible, formal bidding procedures were waived pursuant to the Municipal Code, and authorization given to purchase the transformers from General Electric Company at a cost of 455,965.76. Three quotations were received. 7. Termination Agreement was approved between the cities Termination of Azusa, Banning, Colton and Riverside for the Agmt Banning, termination of scheduling and dispatching service Colton & agreements. Since a Joint Powers Agreement with these Riverside cities has been created to carry out power resource related activities in addition to scheduling and dispatching, prior agreement was found to be unnecessary. 8. Necessary remodeling has been done to the upstairs Purch carpet portion of the Police Department. As part of the @ Police Dept remodeling, it is necessary to replace the old worn carpeting. Authorization was given for the purchase and installation of the carpeting by Carpet Plus, lowest quote, in the amount of $10,500.00. Three quotes were received. 9. Approval was given for the posting of a stop sign on Stop sign Aspan Avenue at Paramount Avenue. A resident request @ Aspan & for a stop sign had been evaluated by Engineering Paramount staff. Though no reported accidents were identified at this intersection, the following warrant was met: On a minor street where the safe approach speed to the intersection is less than 10 MPH. 10. SPECIAL CALL ITEM Spec Call 06/04/90 PAGE THREE 11. The resignation of Karen Harris-Chantarangsu, Resign. K. Administratove Clerk II, effective June 1, 1990, was Harris - accepted. Chantarangsu 12. The appointment of Linnette Barton -Garcia to the Appt. L. position of Administrative Clerk II, in the Community Barton - Improvement Division, effective June 18, 1990, was Garcia approved contingent upon successful completion of the physical examination. 13. The appointment of Linda Vasquez to the position of Appt L. Administrative Clerk II, in the Engineering/Building Vasquez Division, effective June 18, 1990, was approved contingent upon successful completion of the physical examination. 14. A resolution authorizing payment of warrants by the City was adopted and entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA Res. #8863 ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AND SPECIFYING THE Warrants FUNDS OUT OF WHICH THE SAME ARE TO BE PAID. THE CITY COUNCIL CONVENED AS THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY Cncl convened AT 8:46 P.M. as CRA THE CITY COUNCIL RECONVENED AT 8:49 P.M. Reconvened THE CITY COUNCIL DID NOT CONVENE AS THE INDUSTRIAL No bus IDA DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY AS NO BUSINESS WAS NECESSARY TO BE TRANSACTED. ITHE CITY COUNCIL DID NOT CONVENE AS THE AZUSA PUBLIC No bus APFA FINANCING AUTHORITY AS NO BUSINESS WAS NECESSARY TO BE TRANSACTED. ORDINANCES/SPECIAL RESOLUTIONS Ord./Spec.Res Councilman Dangleis offered an Ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA ADDING Ord. #2447 CHAPTER 16.38 TO THE AZUSA MUNICIPAL CODE ENTITLED "WATER Wtr Conser- CONSERVATION PLAN" vation Plan Prior to taking action on this Ordinance, Utilities Director Discussion Hsu discussed the methods residents would be advised of the water conservation Ordinance and responded to other questions posed by the Council pertinent to this issue. Moved by Councilman Dangleis, seconded by Councilman Stemrich to waive further reading and adopt. Ordinance passed and adopted by the following vote to wit: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: DANGLEIS, STEMRICH, NARANJO, ALEXANDER, MOSES OES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE 11BSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE Councilman Dangleis offered a Resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA Res. #8864 CERTIFYING THE NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR 238-254 WEST TENTH crtfying Neg STREET Dec Z-90-1 06/04/90 PAGE FOUR Moved by Councilman Dangleis, seconded, by Councilman Stemrich to waive further reading and adopt. Resolution passed and adopted by the following vote to wit: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: DANGLEIS, STEMRICH, NARANJO, ALEXANDER, MOSES NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE Councilman Alexander offered a Resolution entitled: L! i A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE AZUSA GENERAL PLAN FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 238-254 WEST TENTH STREET (APPLICANT: JOHN MARTINEZ; GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. GPA -90-1) Moved by Councilman Alexander, seconded by Councilman Dangleis to waive further reading and adopt. Resolution passed and adopted by the following vote to wit: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: DANGLEIS, STEMRICH, NARANJO, ALEXANDER, MOSES NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE Councilman Naranjo offered an Ordinance entitled: Res. #8865 appvng GPA 90-1 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA 1st rdg Ord APPROVING A, ZONE CHANGE FROM R1C (SINGLE FAMILY) TO R2 (TWO Zone Change FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 238-254 WEST Z-90-1 TENTH STREET (APPLICANT: JOHN MARTINEZ; CASE NO. Z-90-1) Moved by Councilman Naranjo, seconded by Councilman Alexander and unanimously carried by roll call to waive further reading and introduce the Ordinance. ,During the Fourth of July holiday, residents from Azusa and surrounding areas flock to the Alosta Corridor to view the Citrus fireworks display. They buy fireworks from the stands that abound in the area and discharge them in the parking lots among the moving vehicles. To address this problem an Ordinance has been drafted restricting discharge of fireworks to parks and residential areas. In order to regulate this for the upcoming holiday, an Urgency Ordinance to take effect immediately, as well as a permanent Ordinance were prepared. Police Chief Wood addressed this item and responded to questions posed by the Council. Lengthy discussion was held regarding the crowds at Foothill Center on the 4th of July holiday and that possibly the property owner could hire additional security guards on that day; that possibly an assessment fee for police services could be added to the cost of purchasing fireworks; and that staff contact Red Devil Fireworks requesting a copy of their video relating to use of safe and sane fireworks. Councilman Dangleis offered an Urgency Ordinance entitled: SAN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF 'AZUSA AMENDING SECTION 8.36.020 RELATING TO THE DISCHARGE F FIREWORKS WITHIN CERTAIN AREAS OF THE CITY Moved by Councilman Dangleis, seconded by Councilman Stemrich to waive further reading and adopt. ordinance passed and adopted by the following vote to wit: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: DANGLEIS, STEMRICH, NARANJO, ALEXANDER, MOSES NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE 06/04/90 PAGE FIVE - r.avu uin Fourth of July disc Comments Wood Discussion Urg. Ord. #2448 re: discharge of firewks within ctn areas