HomeMy WebLinkAbout1958 01 06 CC MIN1958 01 06 CC MIN HÄ—@¸— = BÍ«OLD CENTRAL SCHOOL AUDITORIUM, BALDWIN PARK, MONDAY, JANUARY 6, 1958, 7:30 P.M.
Council Chambers)
The City Council of the City of Baldwin Park met in regular
session at the above place at 7:30 P.M.
Councilman Cole led the salute to the flag.
Invocation was given by Rev. Schottelkorb of the First
Christian Church.
ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmen Bishop, Cole, Holmes,
Stephens and Littlejohn; City Clerk,
City Attorney.
Absent: City Treasurer
The Mayor announced that the public hearings on the change of
zone from R-3 to 14-1, Arden Farms, Zoning Case No, Z-39, and
the public hearing on the Exception to Zoning Ordinance, St.
John=s the Baptist Catholic Church, Zoning Case No. Z-38,
would be heard later, upon the arrival of Mr, Weaver, the
Director of Planning.
Flag salute
Invocation
Roll Call
The City Clerk presented a letter from Mrs. Albert Holtz and Letter of thanks and
Dorris Parker, expressing thanks and appreciation for the appreciation from
quick action and cooperation of the rescue unit of the local Mrs. Albert Holtz and
Fire Department and the local Police Department in the services Dorris Parker.
rendered to Albert Holtz, husband and father.
Copy of letter to be
Moved by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman Cole, sent to Fire Department
and unanimously carried, that a copy of the above letter be and Police Department,
sent to the Fire Department and the Chief of Police by the
Chief Administrative Off icier.
Vehicle License Fees for the period June 1-November 30, 1957. License Fees
No action required. Motor Vehicle Dept.
Received.
The City Clerk presented a Summary of Apportionment of Motor Summary of Apportionment
The City Clerk presented a letter from the City Manager Letter from City Mgr.of
of Petaluma, requesting the City of Baldwin Park to request Petaluma re Armory
their Congressional representatives to help expedite release
of Federal Funds for the building of an armory in Baldwin Tabled for further
Park. study.
Moved by Councilman Holmes, seconded by Councilman Cole, and
unanimously carried, that the letter be received and tabled
for study re lining up a location and the building of an
armory in the vicinity.
The City Clerk presented a request from the Baldwin Park Request of B.P. High
High School and Boosters$ Club for permission to hold a School and Boosters'
rodeo on the lot and second of February, 1958, at the Club to hold rodeo and
High School Stadium, with waiver of fee, and also to hold parade,
a parade on the 1st of February, 1958.
Moved by Councilman Bishop, seconded by Councilman Holmes,
and unanimously carried, that the request be granted,
with fee waived.
The Mayor stated that the public hearing on the change of
zone from R-3 to 1-1, Arden Farms, zoning case Z-39, south
of Freeway and east of Big Dalton Avenue, Baldwin Park,
would now be held.
The Mayor requested that all persons desiring to testify
in all public hearings this date stand and be sworn.
Granted with waiver of
fee.
Public Hearing, change
of Zone from R-3 to
M-1, Arden Farms, Zon-
ing Case Z-39.
Recommendations of
of P.C. Resolution
208 approved.
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OLD CENTRAL SCHOOL AUDITORIUM,BALDWIN PARK, MONDAY, JANUARY 6, 1958 7:30 P.M.
Mr. Earl Poschman, property manager of Arden Farms
Company, 1890 West Slauson Avenue, Los Angeles,
California, spoke in favor of the zone change.
Appearing in opposition:
Mrs. B.G. Wilcox, 1712 Big Dalton, Baldwin Park, re-
presenting herself, her husband and four other house-
holders in the zoning area.
Mr. Poschman then spoke in rebuttal.
The Council then granted special permission to Mr.
Steven Tobias, 1706 Big Dalton, to speak in opposition.
The hearing was declared closed.
Moved by Councilman Stephens, and seconded by Councilman
Holmes, that the recommendations of the Planning Com-
mission, as contained in Planning Commission Resolution
No. 208 be approved, and that the necessary action be
taken to carry them into effect. This motion carried by the
following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Bishop, Cole, Holmes, Stephens and
Littlejohn.
NOES None
ABSENT: None
Public Hearing on exception to zoning ordinance, St. John
the Baptist Catholic Church, Zoning case No. Z-38, Stewart
Avenue and Baldwin Park Blvd., was then held.
Father John Flack, of St. John the Baptist Church, 4838
Stewart Avenue, Baldwin Park, spoke in favor of the ex-
ception.
Public Hearing, ex-
ception to Zoning
Ordinance, St. John
the Baptist Catholic
Church, Zoning Case
No. Z-38.
Recommendations of
No one appearing in protest, the hearing was declared closed. P.C. Reso. 207
approved.
Moved by Councilman Stephens and seconded by Councilman
Holmes, that the recommendations contained in Planning
Commission Resolution No. 207 be approved, subject to the
radius correction as outlined. This motion carried by the
following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Bishop, Cole, Holmes, Stephens and
Littlejohn.
NOES None
ABSENT: None
A recess was declared at 8:35 P.M. Recess
The meeting reconvened at 8:40 P.M.
The City Clerk presented a letter of protest from Raymond
L. Berry, regarding action taken by Planning Commission
and City Council in approving Planning Commission
Resolution No. 199, and requesting reconsideration of
the matter.
Mr. Weaver submitted letter from the City Engineer refer-
ence drainage of this tract.
Mr. Raymond L. Berry, 11505 Embree Drive, El Monte, appear-
ed in his own behalf.
Letter of protest
from Raymond L. Berry
re additional curb &
gutter requirements,
Tr. 19944
P.C. Reso. 199
To be referred back to
Planning Comm. for
necessary changes.
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OLD CENTRAL SCHOOL AUDITORIUM, BALDWIN PARK, MONDAY, JANUARY 6, 1958 7:30 P.M.
Moved by Councilman Holmes, seconded by Councilman
Stephens and unanimously carried, that this matter be
referred back to the Planning Commission, and the property
which is not a part of the subdivision be excluded from
the street improvements of curbs and gutters.
The City Clerk presented for second reading the following Ordinance No. 78
Ordinance:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK ADDING
SECTIONS TO THE MUNICIPAL CODE, WHICH SECTIONS
PROVIDE FOR THE CREATION OF A RESERVE POLICE UNIT FOR
THE CITY."
Moved by Councilman Cole, seconded by Councilman Holmes,
and unanimously carried, that Ordinance be read by title
only.
Moved by Councilman Bishop, and seconded by Councilman
Holmes, that ordinance be adopted. This motion carried
by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Bishop, Cole, Holmes, Stephens and
Littlejohn.
NOES None
ABSENT: None
The City Clerk presented for second reading the following
Ordinance:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BALLDWIN PARK, AMENDING
SECTION 4509 OF THE BALDWIN PARK MUNICIPAL CODE, WHICH
SECTION PROVIDES FOR OFFICIAL POLICE BADGES AND
IDENTIFICATION CARDS,"
Moved by Councilman Holmes, seconded by Councilman Cole
and unanimously carried, that the Ordinance be read by
title only.
Moved by Councilman Holmes and seconded by Councilman Cole,
that the ordinance be adopted. This motion carried by
the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Bishop, Cole, Holmes, Stephens and
Littlejohn.
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The City Clerk presented for second reading the following
ordinance:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, AMENDING
SECTION 4196 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE, PERTAINING TO
RABIES VACCINATION OF DOGS".
Moved by Councilman Cole, seconded by Councilman Bishop,
and unanimously carried, that the ordinance be read by title
only.
Moved by Councilman Bishop and seconded by Councilman Holmes,
that the ordinance be adopted. This motion carried by the
following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Bishop, Cole, Holmes, Stephens and
Littlejohn.
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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Providing for Reserve
Police Unit
Adopted
Ordinance No. 79
Providing for Official
police badges and
Identification Cards
Adopted
Ordinance No. 80
Pertaining to Rabies
Vaccination of Dogs
Adopted
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OLD CENTRAL SCHOOL AUDITORIUM, BALDWIN PARK, MONDAY, JANUARY 6, 1958 7:30 P.M.
The City Clerk presented the following Ordinance for
second reading:
Ordinance No. 81
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, AMENDING Pertaining to
SECTION 4608 CF THE MUNICIPAL CODE, PERTAINING TO Loitering.
LOITERING."
Moved by Councilman Holmes, seconded by Councilman Cole,
and unanimously carried, that the Ordinance be read by
title only.
Moved by Councilman Holmes, seconded by Councilman Bishop,
that the ordinance be adopted.
AYES: Councilmen Bishop, Cole, Holmes) Stephens and
Littlejohn.
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Adopted
The Chief Administrative Officer presented the following Resolution No. 58-1
resolution:
Resolution of Intention
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF to Vacate a portion of
BALDWIN PARK, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO VACATE A Lots 25 and 26, Tract
PORTION OF LOTS 25 AND 26, TRACT 15308, OF THE COUNTY 15308 Lewis and Dahl)
OF LOS ANGELES, WITHIN THE CITY."
Moved by Councilman Cole, seconded by Councilman Holmes,
and' unanimously carried, that resolution be read by title
only.
Moved by Councilman Stephens and seconded by Councilman
Holmes, that resolution be adopted. This motion adopted by
the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Bishop, Cole, Holmes, Stephens and
Littlejohn.
NOES None
ABSENT: None
Adopted
The Chief Administrative Officer presented the following Resolution No. 58-2
resolution:
Declaing intention
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN Vacate the Westerly to
PARK, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO VACATE THE WESTERLY 30 ft. Extension of
30-FOOT EXTENSION F LOT 11, TRACT 15252 OF THE COUNTY Lot 114, Tract 15252
OF LOS ANGELES, WITHIN T FIE CITY." Halstead
Moved by Councilman Cole, seconded by Councilman Bishop, Adopted
and unanimously carried, that the resolution be read by title
only.
Moved by Councilman Bishop and seconded by Councilman Holmes,
that the resolution be adopted. This motion carried by the
following vote:
Councilmen Bishop, Cole, Holmes, Stephens and
Littlejohn.
NOES None
ABSENT: None
The Chief Administrative Officer stated he had received some
estimates for the sandblasting, painting and glazing on the
Old Central School Building. After some discussion on the
matter, it was moved by Councilman Cole, seconded by
Councilman Stephens, and unanimously carried, that the Chief
Administrative Officer advertise for bids for sandblasting,
Chief Adm. Officer to
advertise for bids for
sandblasting, painting
and glazing of Old
Central School.
City Engineer to pre-
pare specifications
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painting and glazing, according to specifications to be
prepared by the City Engineer.
The Chief Administrative Officer presented the matter of Annexation No. 4 by
Annexation No. 4 of certain territory to the City of City
Baldwin Park, and stated that a letter should be written
to the Registrar of Voters, to ascertain the number of City Clerk to write
registered voters in the area. letter to Registrar of
Voters for information
Moved by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman Bishop,
and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk be authorized
to write a letter to the Registrar of Voters to obtain the
necessary information.
The City Administrative Officer presented the matter of Paving of intersection
repairing the paving of Ramona Blvd, between Bogart at Ramona Blvd, and
Street and Maine Avenue, also the intersection at Ramona Maine Avenue
Blvd. and Maine Avenue. He stated that the City Engineer
estimated the work would cost between $1500.00 and $2,000.00, City Engineer to
and that there was sufficient money in the Traffic and contract for repairs.
Safety fund to pay for these repairs.
Moved by Councilman Stephens and seconded by Councilman
Bishop, that the City Engineer contract to repair Ramona
Boulevard between Bogart and Maine Avenue, and the inter-
section of Ramona and Maine Avenue, at a total cost not to
exceed $2,00010. This motion carried by the following
vote:
AYES: Councilmen Bishop, Cole, Holmes, Stephens and
Littlejohn.
NOES None
ABSENT: None
The Chief Administrative Officer then presented a letter County Flood Control
from the County Flood Control District, dated Jan. 6,1958, re Big Dalton Wash
re detours over Big Dalton Wash during construction of flood
control channel in 1958.
Mr. W.J. Manetta, Division Engineer of the Los Angeles
County Flood Control District, spoke on the matter.
Moved by Councilman Holmes, and seconded by Councilman Cole,
that the City Council approve the plan for detours to be
built at Holt and Ramona Boulevard during the first 120-day
period of construction, and the omission of detours at the
Merced,.El Monte and Puente crossings during the second 120-
day period, This motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Bishop, Cole, Holmes, Stephens and
Littlejohn.
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Councilman Holmes asked to be excused at this time.
Moved by Councilman Cole, seconded by Councilman Bishop, and
unanimously carried, that Councilman Holmes be excused.
Councilman Holmes left the meeting at 9:45 P.M.
The Chief Administrative Officer then presented a letter
from Forrest Walker, requesting the reopening of Bess Avenue
to traffic. A computation of cost made by the City
Engineer was presented.
Detours
approved
Councilman Holmes
excused at 9:45 P.M.
Request for reopening
of Bess Avenue to
traffic.
Tabled for further
study.
Chief Adm. Officer to
give report to Council
as soon as possible as
to availability of
funds.
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Moved by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Councilman
Cole, and unanimously carried, that the matter be tabled
for further study, and that the Chief Administrative
Officer give a report as soon as possible as to the
availability of funds for this purpose.
Mr. Cook stated that if the Council had no objection,
he would leave this matter to the new Administrative
Officer. There was no objection.
The Director of Planning presented Planning Commission Request for lot split
Resolution No. 212, request for, lot split at 4864 North P.C. Resolution No. 212
Stewart Avenue, Raymond L. Berry, Case No. IS 96. 4864 N. Stewart
Raymond L. Berry
Moved by Councilman Stephens, and seconde by Councilman L.S. 96.
Cole, that the recommendations contained in Planning
Commission Resolution No. 212 be approved. This motion Approved
carried by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Bishop, Cole, Stephens and
Littlejohn.
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Holmes
The Director of Planning presented Planning Commission P.C. Reso. No. 213
Resolution No. 213, request for lot split at 3779 Foster Request for lot split
Avenue,Raymond L. Berry., stating that Mr. Berry desired at 3779 Foster Ave.
that this be withdrawn from the Agenda at this time, pending
further action on Subdivision Tract 19944, previaualy dis- Tabled awaiting letter
cussed, from Raymond L. Berry
Moved by Mayor Littlejohn, seconded by Councilman Bishop,
and unanimously carried, that the request for lot split
at 3779 Foster Avenue be tabled until a letter is received
from Mr. Berry.
The Director of Planning presented Planning Commission P.C. Reso. 215
Resolution No. 215, approval of final map, Tract 23946, Final Map, Tr. 23946
Raymond L. Berry subdivider. Raymond L. Berry
Movd'd by Councilman Bishop, seconded by Mayor Littlejohn, Tabled
and unanimously carried, that the final map of Tract 23946,
Vineland Avenue, Raymond L. Berry, subdivider be tabled.
The Director of Planning presented Planning Commission P.C. Reso. 219
Resolution No. 219, Shelby Walder, request for lot split Request for lot split
at 4593 N. Merced Avenue, case No. LS 94. at 4593 N. Merced
Case No. Ls 94,
Mr. Shelby Walder requested and was granted permission to Shelby Walder
be heard regarding the matter.
Moved by Councilman Stephens and seconded by Councilman
Bishop, that the Council deny the lot split according to
recommendations contained in the Planning Commission
Resolution No. 209. This motion carried by the follow-
ing vote:
AYES: Councilmen Bishop, Cole, Stephens and Littlejohn.
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Holmes
Denied
The Director of Planning presented Planning Commission P.C. Reso. No. 217
Resolution No. 217, request for lot split at 1331 Vineland Request for lot split
Avenue, Louis Young, Case No. Ls 98. 1331 Vineland Ave.
Louis Young, Case No.
Moved by Councilman Bishop and seconded by Councilman IS 98.
Cole, that the request for lot split be approved, subject
to the recommendations of the Planning Commission. This
motion carried by the following vote:
Approved
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AYES: Councilmen Bishop, Cole, Stephens and Littlejohn.
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Holmes
The Director of Planning stated that a meeting of the
Planning Congress would be held on Thursday, and that he
would like to make reservations.
Moved by Mayor Littlejohn and seconded by Councilman Cole, Members of P.C. and
that the members of the Planning Commission, the Director of Director and Assistant
Planning and the Assistant Director of Planning be permitted Director to attend
to attend the meeting at the expense of the City. This meeting of Planning
motion carried by the following vote: Congress at expense of
City.
AYES: Councilmen Bishop, Cole, Stephens and Littlejohn.
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Holmes.
Filling of
The Mayor asked that the matter of filling the Traffic and Vacancy on Traffic &
Safety Commission vacancy be tabled. Safety Com.
Tabled
The Chief Administrative Officer stated that a meeting of
the, League of California Cities, Los Angeles County Division, Meeting of League of
would be held in Beverly Hills on January 16, 1958, and that Calif. Cities
reservations must be in by January lJth. January 16,1958
The Chief Administrative Officer asked what action the Council Second reading of
desired to take on proposed Sign Ordinance. Sign Ordinance regulat-
ing erection, construc-
Moved by Mayor Littlejohn, seconded by Councilman Bishop, tion and repair of
and unanimously carried, that the second reading of the signs.
Sign Ordinance, regulating erection, construction, repair,
etc. of signs, billboards, marquees, canopies and awnings Tabled for further
within the city, be tabled for further study. study.
The Chief Administrative Officer presented the following
resolution:
A: RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF Resolution No. 58.3
BALDWIN PARK ALLOWING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS NOS. 522 Claims and Demands
ONLY."
Moved by Councilman Cole, seconded by Mayor Littlejohn,and
unanimously carried, that resolution be read by title only.
Moved by Mayor Littlejohn and seconded by Councilman
Bishop, that resolution be adopted. This motion carried
by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmen Bishop, Cole, Stephens and Littlejohn.
NOES None
ABSENT: Councilman Holmes.
Approved
Moved by Councilman Stephens, seconded by Mayor Littlejohn,
and unanimously carried, that the meeting be adjourned. Adjournment
Adjournment at 10:17 P.M.
Above Minutes approved
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