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Home My WebLink About1971 08 04 CC MIN1971 08 04 CC MIN(Ìì×žpeINDEX AUGUST 4, 1971 Pagfi Oath of Office Police Cadet Randati Emon 1 Fire Chief Clyde Bragdon Transferred New Fire Chief Roy Swank Introduced 1 Minutes May 19, 1971, June 2, 1971, July 13, 1971, July 17, 1971 and July 27, 1971 Approved I Res. No. 71-202 Claims and Demands Adopted 1 Public Heari-ng 71-N-30 Testimony Tony Bankston 2 Res. No. 71-204 71-N-30) Adopted 3 Public Hearing Z-270 Testimony Miss De Roziea 3 Z-270 Continued to 11/17/71 4 Res. No. 71-200 71-S-50, 51, 52. 53, 54, 55. 56 & 57) Adopted 4 71-N-42 Withdrawn from Agenda 4 Public Hearing 71-N-43 4 Res. No. 71-205 71-N-43) Adopted 5 Public Hearing 71-N-44 Testimony Tom Colwick 5 71-N-44 Continued to 8/18/71 6 Public Hearing AZC-48 Prohibit House Relocations) 6 Ord. No. 605 AZC-48) Introduced 7 Public Hearing AZC-50 Front Yard Fences) Testimony James 0. Gibson 7 AZC-50 Approved 8 Public Hearing Proposed City Charter 8 Testimony James A. Garrow, James Q. Gibson 9 Geoffrey Markell 10 Mrs. Amos Slater 11 Proposed City Charter Continued to 8/18/71 12 Request for Refund Relocation Permits) W. McCall Approved 1-? Asphalt-Concrete 1971-1972 Contract Awarded to Associated Asphalt 12 Budget Increased for Purchase of Adding Machine 13 Leave of Absence Granted Lillian Budge 9/2/71 11/30/71 13 Birthday Holiday Referred to Personnel Board 13 Res. No. 71-203 Personnel Authorized to Sign Warrants) Adopted 13 Res. No. 71-201 71-S-58, 59, 60, 61, 62 & 63) Adopted 14 Traffic Committee Report Francisquito. Baldwin Park Btvd, Cricket Lane 14 Res. No. 71-206 Impose Traffic Regulations) Adopted 15 Petition for Sidewalk to Athol Overcrossing Sidewalk Approved 15 Sale of Excess Property Siesta Avenue 15 Sale of Siesta Avenue to Personal Christianity Chapel Approved 16 City Employees Insurance Program 16 Report re Central Business District 16 Chamber of Commerce Commended 17 Res. No. 71-207 Reappoint R. McCord to Planning Commission) Adopted 17 Ord. No. 603 Z-342) Adopted 17 Ord. No. 604 Z-343) Adopted 17 Letter of Appreciation for Participation in Rubella Sunday" 18 Architects to Present Designs for New City Hall on 8/18/71 18 Assessed Valuation Figures Available 18 Adjourned 11:05 p.m. to Tuesday, 8/10/71, 7:30 p.m. 18 BIB] 37659-U01 1971-U02 08-U02 04-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO9591-U03 FO9838-U03 DO9940-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 2/6/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 1971 08 04 CC MIN(Ìì×žpeC05082 REGULAR MEETING OF THE BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS) 14403 East Pacific Avenue The City Council of the City of Baldwin Park met In regular session at the above place at 7:30 p.m. Councilman Blewett led the salute to the flag* Roll Call: Present: COUNCILMEN BLEWETT. HAMILTON, KING. MC CARON AND MAYOR GREGORY AUGUST 4, 1971 7:30 P.M. FLAG SALUTE ROLL CALL Also Present: ACTING CITY MANAGER/CITY CLERK BALKUS. CITY ATTORNEY FLANDRICK. CITY ENGINEER FRENCH, PLANNING DIRECTOR GORDON, FINANCE DIRECTOR DUNCAN, CHIEF OF POLICE ADAMS. CITY TREASURER CODLING 00- City Clerk Balkus administered the Oath of Office to Police Cadet Randall Emon, following which Mayor Gregory presented Cadet Emon with his badge and con- gratulated him. 00- Fire Chief Clyde Bragdon addressed the Council, stating that he had been transferred from the Division that serves Baldwin Park, and expressing his sincere thanks and appreciation for the cooperation and consideration extended to him at all times by the staff and the Council. Chief Bragdon Introduced his replacement. Chief Roy Swank, who has been a member of the Department for 26 years. Mayor Gregory welcomed Chief Swank, and thanked Chief Bragdon for his consistent cooperation with the City, and wished him success in his new assignment. 00- COUNCILMAN BLEWETT MOVED THAT THE MINUTES OF MAY 19, JUNE 2, JULY 13, JULY 17 AND JULY 27. 1971 BE APPRDVED AND THAT FURTHER READING BE WAIVED. COUNCILMAN HAMILTON SECONDED. There were no objections. The motion carried and was so ordered. 00- RESOLUTION NO. 71.202 ALLOWING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AGAINST THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK COUNCILMAN MC CARON MOVED THAT RESOLUTION NO. 71-202 BE ADOPTED AS AMENDED AND THAT FURTHER READING BE WAIVED. Add Warrant 3009 In the amount of $115.94 payable to Comunlcation Specialties for parts for radio base units; add Warrant 3010 In the amount of $53,596.86 payable to Occidental Life Insurance Co., for bond payments per coupons; amended total $224,673.94.) COUNCILMAN HAMILTON SECONDED. Roll call. There were no objections. The motion carried and was so ordered. 00- OATH OF OFFICE POLICE CADET RANDALL EMON FIRE CHIEF CLYDE BRAGDON TRANSFERRED NEW FIRE CHIEF ROY SWANK INTRODUCED MINUTES OF 5/19, 6/2. 7/13. 7/17, AND 7/27/71 APPROVED RES. NO. 71-202 CLAIMS ft DEMANDS 2940 3010 PAYROLL PERIOD 7/1/71 7/15/71 RES. NO. 71-202 ADOPTED BIB] 37659-U01 1971-U02 08-U02 04-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO9591-U03 FO9838-U03 DO9940-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 2/6/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 1971 08 04 CC MIN(Ìì×žpeRegular Meeting of the Baldwin Park City Council City Clerk Balkus administered the oath to those In the audience desiring to be heard during the meeting. 00- August 4, 1971 Page 2 OATH PUBLIC HEARINGS 7:30 p.m. having arrived. It was the time and place fixed for a continued public hearing on 71-N-30, to determine whether certain premises and buildings and structures con- stitute a public nuisance at 12908 Bess Avenue* Continued from July 7, 1971) Proper postings and mailings had been accomplished. There were no written protests. Cify Engineer French presented photographs of the property taken on April 16, July 7 and August 4, 1971. He stated that everything had been completed, with the exception of compliance with the Building Department requirements. He stated there had been no contact with the property owner with respect to taking out building permits. TESTIMONY MAS GIVEN BY: Tony Bankston, 1666 Sheridan Road, Glendale, stated he had been in contact with Mr. Sayre and Mr. Edgerly, of the Building Department. He stated the work Is complete, with the exception of the electrical service being connected, and they had experienced difficulty with the electrical contractor In getting him to complete the jobs there is approximately one day's work left to be completed. He Indicated that they had been trying to have the contractor complete the Job, but could not give a definite date as to when it might be completed. Mayor Gregory commented that a qualified electrical contractor should have taken out the required permits. Mr. Bankston stated that the contractor was Bill Kirk, who was a licensed contractor to the best of his knowledge. Councilman Hamilton cooMented that Mr. Bankston, as owner, should take the responsibility of seeing that his contractors obtained the necessary building permits to comply with the Code. City Engineer French stated there.were several Items for which building permits should have been taken and the work Inspected, such as the plumbing and new floor supports. Mr. Bankston stated he was under the Impression the work had been Inspected and was completed to the satisfaction of the Building Depart- ment. City Engineer French Indicated there'was no record of any Inspection, and fr. Bankston agreed o take the steps necessary for obtaining proper perm1t$ and Inspections. As there was no one else In the audience desiring to speak either In behalf of or In opposition to 71-N-30, f^yor Gregory declared the public hearing closed. RESOLUTION NO. 71-204 FINDING AND DETERMINING THE EXISTENCE OF A PUBLIC NUISANCE AND ORDERING THE SAW ABATED 71-N-30) City Engineer French stated that under Section 2 a time limit of go" days should be established. Continued) PUBLIC HEARINGS PUBLIC HEARING PUBLIC NUISANCE 71-N-30 POSTINGS, MAILINGS NO WRITTEN PROTESTS PHOTOS RESUME TESTIMONY TONY BANKSTON 1666 SHERIDAN ROAD GLENDALE PUBLIC HEARING DECLARED CLOSED 71-N-30 RES. NO. 71-204 ORDER ABATEMENT 71-N-30 SECTION 2 90" DAYS TO ABATE BIB] 37659-U01 1971-U02 08-U02 04-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO9591-U03 FO9838-U03 DO9940-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 2/6/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 1971 08 04 CC MIN(Ìì×žpeCC05C84 Regular Meeting of the Baldwin Park City Council COUNCILMAN KING MOVED THAT RESOLUTION NO. 71-204 BE ADOPTED AND THAT FURTHER READING BE WAIVED. COUNCILMAN BLEWETT SECONDED* There were no objections. The motion carried and was so ordered. 00- It was the time and place fixed for a public hearing on Z-270, application for a Zone Change from R-1 to M-1 or more restrictive use upon a parcel of land located at 5035 Eiton Street. Applicants: R. Mllosevlch and M. Masanovlch. Continued from 7/21/71) Proper publication, postings, and mailings had been accomplished. There were no written protests. Planning Director Gordon stated that the zone change was originally applied for In 1965; second reading on the Ordinance was withheld until the applicant had made certain Improvements. The applicant has completed the Improvements and has requested second reading on the Ordinance. The case was continued from July 21, 1971 pending further testimony and a staff report on whether the work had been completed. Mr. Gordon stated the paving had been completed, a view-obscuring wall had been Installed In the front yard, and general cleanup of the lot had been accomplished. Councilman Blewett asked whether a view-obscuring wall had been Installed In the rear yard, since the property abuts R-1 property. Mr. Gordon stated that this had not been a condition for approval of the zone change; however, he had Informed the applicant that within a few months view- obscuring walls would be required on alt M-1 property In the area, and the applicant understood that his entire property would have to be screened off at that time. TESTIMONY HAS GIVEN BY: Miss OeRozlea, Mr. Mllosevlch's secretary, stated that to the best of her knowledge, they had compiled with all the requirements, and asked for clarification of the required view-obscuring wall. Mr. Gordon explained that the applicant must comply with zoning requirements Instituted since the original application In 1965; however, since the rear wall had not been one of the original conditions, he would not have to meet this requirement Immediately, but would be liable to meet It within a two-months period, and the applicant had agreed to this. In answer to Miss DeRoziea's question, Mr. Gordon stated that the wall would be required on all four sides of the property. Councilman McCaron Inquired about the proposed future street for this area. Planning Director Gordon stated he felt that within a few months deletion of most of the future streets In the area would be recommended. Discussion followed regarding necessary dedication In the event It became necessary to cul de sac at the end of the street. Councilman McCaron stated he felt the determination of whether or not dedication would be required should be made before a zone change Is granted. Continued) August 4, 1971 Page 3 RES. NO. 71-204 ADOPTED PUBLIC HEARING Z-270 PUBLICATION, POSTINGS, MAILINGS NO WRITTEN PROTESTS RESUME TESTIMONY MISS DE ROZIEA SECRETARY TO MR. MILOSEVICH DISCUSSION BIB] 37659-U01 1971-U02 08-U02 04-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO9591-U03 FO9838-U03 DO9940-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 2/6/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 1971 08 04 CC MIN(Ìì×žpeCC65085 Regular Meeting of the Baldwin Park City Council August 4, 1971 Page 4 Councilnan King stated he agreed with Councilman McCaron in that the dedication should be taken into consideration before a zone change is granted. Councilman Blewett also concurred with Councilman McCaron. Councilman King suggested the matter be referred to the Planning Co—ission for a report. Mayor Gregory directed that the natter be continued to November 17, 1971, and that the Planning Cowrisston make a study of the street pattern of Cragmont and Borel and submit a recommendation to the Council as soon as possible. There were no objections. 00- It was the time and place fixed for a public hearing on Short Fora Case Nos. 71-5*50, on the east side of Syracuse Avenue between Bess Avenue and Torch Street, for curb and gutter; 71-S-51, on the east side of Syracuse Avenue between Fairgrove Street and Wat than Street, for curb and gutter; 71-S-52, on the east side of Syracuse Avenue between Auckland Street and Finchl^y Street, for curb and gutter; 71-S-53, on the east side of Syracuse Avenue between Salisbury Street and Royston Street, for curb and gutter; 71-S-54, on the east side of Syracuse Avenue between Blenheim Street and Salisbury Street, for curb and gutter; 71-S-55, on the east side of Syracuse Avenue between Ramona Boulevard and Blenheim Street, for curb and gutter; 71-S-56, on the northeast side of Bess Avenue between Athol Street and Mangum Street, for curb and gutter; and 71-S-57. on the west side of Foster Avenue between Foster Circle and Frazier Street, for curb and gutter. Proper postings and mailings had been accomplished. There were no written protests. As there was no one in the audience desiring to speak either in behalf of or in opposition to 71-S-50, 51. 52, 53, 54, 55, 56 or 57, Mayor Gregory declared the public hearing closed. RESOLUTION NO. 71-200 ORDERING THE CONSTRUCTION OF CERTAIN IMPROVEMENTS PURSUANT TO SECTION 5780. ET. SEQ.. OF THE STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE 71-S-50, 51. 52. 53. 54. 55. 56 AND 57) i City Engineer French stated that Section 1(c) should read that no" protests were filed. COUNCILMAN HAMILTON MOVED THAT RESOLUTION NO. 71-200 BE ADOPTED AND THAT FURTHER READING BE WAIVED. COUNCILMAN KING SECONDED. There were no objections. The motion carried and was so ordered. 00- City Engineer requested that 71-N-42 be withdrawn from the Agenda. There were no obj actions. 00- It was the time and place fixed for a public hearing on 71-N-43. to determine whether certain premises and buildings and structures constitute a public nuisance at 13517 Benbow Street. Continued) Z-270 CONTINUED TO 11/17/71 PUBLIC HEARING SHORT FORMS 71-S-50 C&G 71-S-51 C&G 71-S-52 C&G 71-S-53 C&G 71-S-54 C&G 71-S-55 C&G 71-S-56 C&G 71-S-57 C&G POSTINGS, MAILINGS NO WRITTEN PROTESTS PUBLIC HEARING DECLARED CLOSED 71-S-50. 51. 52. 53, 54, 55. 56 & 57 RES* NO. 71-200 ORDER CONSTRUCTION 71-S-50. 51. 52. 53, 54. 55. 56, 57 SECTION 1(c) NO" PROTESTS RES. NO. 71-200 ADOPTED 71-N-42 WITHDRAWN FROM AGENDA PUBLIC HEARING PUBLIC NUISANCE 71-N-43 BIB] 37659-U01 1971-U02 08-U02 04-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO9591-U03 FO9838-U03 DO9940-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 2/6/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 1971 08 04 CC MIN(Ìì×žpeCG5C8G Regular Meeting of the Baldwin Park City Council Proper postings and mailings had been accomplished. i There were no written protests. City Engineer French presented photographs of the property taken on July 13 and August 4, 1971. He stated that the property is In the process of changing ownership, and building permits have been taken out to bring the property up to Code. As there was no one in the audience desiring to speak either in behalf of or in opposition to 71-N-43, Mayor Gregory declared the public hearing closed. RESOLUTION NO. 71-205 FINDING AND DETERMINING THE EXISTENCE OF A PUBLIC NUISANCE AND ORDERING THE SAME ABATED 71-N-43) City Engineer French stated that under Section 2 a time limit of GO" days should be established. COUNCILMAN KING MOVED THAT RESOLUTION NO. 71-205 BE ADOPTED AND THAT FURTHER READING BE WAIVED. COUNCILMAN HAMILTON SECONDED. There were no objections. The motion carried and was so ordered. 00- It was the time and place fixed for a public hearing on 71-N-44, to determine whether certain premises and buildings and structures constitute a public nuisance at 13952 Ramona Boulevard. Proper postings and mailings had been accomplished. There were no written protests. City Engineer French presented photographs of the property taken August 4, 1971. He stated this is the Seaside Oil Company station, and there had been recurring problems with weeds, glass damage, etc., and the property is non-conforming according to the Building Code. He stated it was reconmended that the building be demolished and all facilities be removed from the property. Mr. French Indicated that notices had been mailed to Bertram E. Oevere and Joseph Dennis Devere, trustees under the will of Joseph N. Devere, deceased, owners of the property, and to Phllllps Oil Company, and the property had been posted. He stated that based upon the notice, the weeds were cleaned up, the broken glass removed, and the building was boarded up The property owner was informed, on July 26, 1971, that demolition of the building would be recommended. Mr. Tom Colwick, 3438 N. Maine, stated he had built the station originally, and there was a lot of money tied up in the building, which would be adequate with Just a little work done on it, and he felt Mr. Devere was not aware that the building Would be demolished. City Engineer French stated that the notices had teen forwarded to Phlllips Petroleum, who was listed on the title report. City Attorney Flandrick stated that the address for Phillips Petroleum had been given as that for the owner as well, probably due to the fact the tax bills are paid by the oil company. Continued) August 4, 1971 Page 5 POSTINGS, MAILINGS NO WRITTEN PROTESTS PHOTOS RESUME PUBLIC HEARING DECLARED CLOSED 71-N-43 RES. NO. 71-205 ORDER ABATEMENT 71-N-43 SECTION 2 eO- DAYS TO ABATE RES. NO. 71-205 ADOPTED PUBLIC HEARING PUBLIC NUISANCE 71-N-44 POSTINGS, MAILINGS NO WRITTEN PROTESTS PHOTOS RESUME TOM COLWICK 3438 N. MAINE AVE. BIB] 37659-U01 1971-U02 08-U02 04-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO9591-U03 FO9838-U03 DO9940-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 2/6/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 1971 08 04 CC MIN(Ìì×žpeW5W Regular Meeting of the Baldwin Park City Council The City Attorney suggested continuing the natter until the next regular meeting, August 18, 1971, to Insure that Mr. Devere was properly notified of the proposed action. Mayor Gregory stated that 71-N-44 would be continued to August 18, 1971. There were no objections. 00- It was the time and place fixed for a public hearing on. AZC-48, Intent of the City Council to conduct a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the Baldwin Park Municipal Code to prohibit house relocations move-ins) In the City of Baldwin Park. Initiated by the Plannlncj Commission. Proper publication, postings and mailings had been accomplished. There were no written protests. Planning Director Gordon reviewed his report on AZC-48. stating that In March 1971 the City Council adopted a 6-month moratorium on move-Ins. He stated there had been many problems with relocations. Including old housing, marginal quality, and administrative. He further stated that the Planning Commission had recommended a complete prohibition on relocations. i Councilman McCaron stated that there had been problems with move-Ins during the past, and he concurred with the reconnendatlon to prohibit any further move-Ins. Councilman King quoted from a staff report that a more restrictive ordinance would not discourage relocations...• Baldwin Park should not take a back seat to anyone. It has a rightful place In the urban scene and developers should recognize that this community Is no different In their regulations than any other community,..*' He stated he felt this was a very good observation. Councilman Hamilton stated that he did not agree In total; he hated to see a good home demolished when It could be made livable, and other progressive cities did allow move-Ins. He commented that the fee should be raised, because the present fee was not adequate, and also that a specified date of completion should be set, accompanied by a cash bond which would be forfeited If the relocation was not completed on time. He felt a more restrictive ordinance was the answer. As there was no one In the audience desiring to speak either In behalf of or In opposition to AZC-48, Mayor Gregory declared the public hearing closed. COUNCILMAN BLEUETT MOVED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL CONCUR WITH THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION TO PROHIBIT HOUSE RELOCATIONS IN THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK. COUNCILNAN KING SECONDED. The notion earned by the following vote: AYES: COUNCILMEN BLEWETT, KING, MC CARON AND MAYOR GREGORY NOES: COUNCILMAN HAMILTON Continued) August 4, 1971 Paqe 6 71-N-44 CONTINUED TO 8/18/71 PUBLIC HEARING AZC-48 HOUSE RELOCATIONS PUBLICATION, POSTINGS. MAILINGS RESUME PUBLIC HEARING DECLARED CLOSED AZC-48 CONCUR WITH P. C. REC. PROHIBIT HOUSE RELOCATIONS IN CITY OF B. P. BIB] 37659-U01 1971-U02 08-U02 04-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO9591-U03 FO9838-U03 DO9940-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 2/6/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 1971 08 04 CC MIN(Ìì×žpeCOOSC88 Regular Meeting of the Baldwin Park City Council August 4, 1971 Page 7 City Attorney Flandrick read by title: ORDINANCE NO. 605 AMENDING THE PROVISIONS OF THE BALDWIN PARK MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO HOUSE RELOCATION COUNCILMAN MC CARON MOVED THAT FURTHER READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 605 BE WAIVED. COUNCILMAN BLEWETT SECONDED. There were no objections. The motion carried and was so ordered. COUNCILMAN MC CARON MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO. 605 BE INTRODUCED. COUNCILMAN BLEWETT SECONDED. There were no objections. The motion carried and was so ordered. 00- It was the time and place fixed for a public hearing on AZC-50, amendment to the Baldwin Park Zoning Code to allow chain link and other non-view-obscuring fences in the front yard In residential zones to be four 4) feet high Instead of the present three 3) feet maximum. Initiated by the Planning Commission. Proper publication, postings and mailings had been accomplished. There were no written protests. Planning Director Gordon reviewed his report on AZC-50, stating that he felt the 4-foot fence would provide the additional security many people want. Chain link fences exist on approximately 5% of the lots in Baldwin Park, mainly in the older areas. The Planning Commission recommended raising the permissible height from 3-feet to 4-feet for non-view-obscuring fences In front yards of R Zones. TESTIMONY MAS GIVEN BY: James Q. Gibson, 13268 Francisquito, stated he did not feel a 3-foot fence was adequate. In that children or pets could get over it easily. He was In favor of raising the maximum. As there was no one else In the audience desiring to speak either in behalf of or in opposition to AZC-50, Mayor Gregory declared the public hearing closed. COUNCILMAN MC CARON MOVED THAT THE PUBLIC HEARING ON AZC-50 BE REOPENED. COUNCILMAN KING SECONDED. There were no objections. The motion carried and was so ordered. Councilman McCaron asked whether there were restrictions as to where the fences would be allowed. Planning Director Gordon stated this would apply to residential zones, and non-view-obscuring fences only. Councilman McCaron questioned raising the maximum height on corner lots where It could Interfere with visibility and thus become a safety factor. He also felt there should be a certain amount of setback from the street to allow view for traffic purposes. Mr. Gordon Indicated the fences were not permitted In the street area, and starts at the property line, and there Is a regulation on comer cutoffs that visibility must be provided. They measure 15 feet from the comer In a triangular fashion, and the view must not be obscured. Continued) ORD. NO. 605 AMEND BPMC HOUSE RELOCATIONS FURTHER READING WAIVED ORD. NO. 605 ORD. NO. 605 INTRODUCED PUBLIC HEARING AZC-50 FRONT YARD FENCES PUBLICATION. POSTINGS, MAILINGS NO WRITTEN PROTESTS RESUME TESTIMONY JAMES Q. GIBSON 13268 FRANCISQUITO PUBLIC HEARING DECLARED CLOSED AZC-50 PUBLIC HEARING REOPENED AZC-50 BIB] 37659-U01 1971-U02 08-U02 04-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO9591-U03 FO9838-U03 DO9940-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 2/6/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 1971 08 04 CC MIN(Ìì×ž pe000508^ Regular Meeting of the Baldwin Park City Council August 4, 1971 Page 8 Planning Director Gordon clarified the point that this change applied only to non-view-obscuring fences, such as chain link or wrought Iron, that can be seen through, and the maximum Mould renal n 3 feet on any solid type fence. Councilman King stated he felt that the 4-foot maximimi should apply to view-obscuring fences 1so, with the exception of comer lots* Councilman Blewett stated he had received a letter from Ken Wlllls, owner of Charley's Fence Company, Indicating that 42 Inches Is standard thriMjghout the country, and Is the County regulation. Councilman Blewett stated that he felt a solid 4-foot fence would give the property a boxed-in" appearance, and esthetlcally would not be desirable. Councilman King asked Mr. Gibson's opinion, and Mr. Gibson stated he felt the proposed ordinance allowing 4-foot non- view-obscuring and 3-foot solid fences was good. Councilman Hamilton stated he felt the safety factor had been covered adequately, and that the recotmcnded revision was good. Councilman McCaron stated that If people have plants or shrubs growing on a view-obscuring fence, this Is something else that must be policed, and anything that requires more services from the City should be avoided. Councilman King concurred. Discussion followed. As there was no one else In the audience desiring to speak either In behalf of or In opposition to AZC-50, Ma^yor Gregory declared the public hearing closed. r COUNCILMAN HAMILTON MOVED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL CONCUR WITH THE PLANNING COWISSION'S RECOMMENDATION TO RAISE THE PERMISSIBLE HEIGHT FROM 3 FEET TO 4 FEET FOR NON-VIEW- OBSCURING FENCES IN FRONT YARDS OF R ZONES. COUNCILMAN KING SECONDED. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: COUNCILMEN HAMILTON, KING, BLEWETT. AND MAYOR GREGORY NOES: COUNCILMAN MC CARON 00- PUBLIC HEARING DECLARED CLOSED AZC-50 CONCUR WITH P.C. REC. RAISE HT. MAXIMUM FROM 3 TO 4 FT. NON-VIEW OBSC. FENCES R" ZONES It was the time and place fixed for a public hearing on the proposed City Charter. Proper publication and postings had been accoiqpllshed. There were no written protests. City Attorney Flandrick of the proposed Charter. irlzed the general provisions PUBLIC HEARING CITY CHARTER PUBLICATION, POSTINGS NO WRITTEN PROTESTS SIMIARY OF PROPOSED CHARTER Mayor Gregory questioned the two-year residency requirement for candidates for elective office. City Attorney Flandrick stated the General Law has a one-year requirement; there had been several Judicial decisions recently Involving charter cities and charter counties, where the court Invalidated five-year and three-year requirements on the grounds that these were unreasonable requirements. He stated he had Continued) BIB] 37659-U01 1971-U02 08-U02 04-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO9591-U03 FO9838-U03 DO9940-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 2/6/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 1971 08 04 CC MIN(Ìì×ž pe 0005090 Regular Meeting of the Baldwin Park City Council August 4, 1971 Page 9 suggested to the Charter Study Connission that they include a one-year residency requirement, inasmuch as that is the General Law requirement; however, they felt a two-year period was more appropriate. Councilman Hamilton stated he felt it was a good charter, and he would not like to see too many changes made; however» if changes were to be made, he would like to see the residency requirement dropped to one year. He stated he was concerned about losing the support of the commission members in an election if they changed the charter too much. Mayor Gregory commented that all commissions serve at the pleasure of the Council, and all recommendations are submitted to be approved as presented, denied as presented, or modified; she felt Council would not radically change the proposed charter, but was merely making modification. Councilman Blewett stated he felt a one-year residency requirement was sufficient. Councilman King stated he would prefer the two years, which would give a candidate a little better footing in the community, to better understand its problems. Mayor Gregory requested a roll call on accepting the two-year residency requirement presented in the proposed charter. AYES: COUNCILMAN KING NOES: COUNCILMEN BLEWETT. HAMILTON, MC CARON AND MAYOR GREGORY City Attorney Flandrick stated that the proposed charter would be tentatively amended on Page 10, Section 505, subparagraph 2, by deleting two 2) years" and Inserting one 1) year". Councilman King questioned Page 20, subparagraph a)(2) as to the magnitude of a disaster or emergency before the City Manager must notify the Mayor or Council members. City Attorney Flandrick stated that this would empower the City Manager to act in the event of emergency or disaster, such as an earthquake, where serious damage pilqht occur to a building for instance, he could direct the water company to make necessary repairs which were required inroediately, He stated the Commission had considered this paragraph carefully, and felt this was the most specific wording that could be accomplished, and that the City Manager would be required to use proper judgment and act reasonably. TESTIMONY WAS GIVEN BY: James A, Garrow, 1011 Baldwin Park Boulevard, representing the Baldwin Park Improvement Association, read a motion passed by the Association against Baldwin Park becoming a charter city, citing new fancy types of taxation and increased rights to department heads to bypass the citizens, which the Association felt would be forthcoming with the adoption of a charter. James Q. Gibson, 13268 Francisqulto, referring to Councilman Hamilton's concern for the support of the members of the Charter Connission, stated he was sure the Commission members had done a good job, but they were appointed by Council, and had the right to turn down the job if they did not want It. Continued) AMEND SECTION 505 SUB. 2. PAGE 10 DELETE 2 YEARS; INSERT 1 YEAR PAGE 20, SUBPAR. a)(2) EMERGENCY OR DISASTER TESTIMONY JAMES A. GARROW 1011 BALDWIN PK. BL REP. BALDWIN PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSN. JAMES Q. GIBSON 13268 FRANCISQUITO BIB] 37659-U01 1971-U02 08-U02 04-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO9591-U03 FO9838-U03 DO9940-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 2/6/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 1971 08 04 CC MIN(Ìì×žpeOR05091 Regular Meeting of the Baldwin Park City Council August 4, 1971 Page 10 Mr. Gibson stated he was sure everyone was grateful for the time and study that the Coumlsslon had put Into this; however, we have a very important question to decide, and the welfare of the 47.000 people In Baldwin Park should come before the support of the 15 people on the Commission. Mr. Gibson further Indicated that most of the Articles of the charter were similar to the General Law; the main difference for the charter Is the right that It gives to the governing body to Impose additional taxes on the people. He felt there were so few differences, that the same end could be accomplished by merely changing a few ordinances under the General Law. Councilman Blewett commented that taxation was one of the major changes, but he questioned whether we want to give the money to the state or to our own city. He stated he would like to meet with the citizens In groups to discuss the matter to work out something that would be mutually agreeable. Mr. Gibson stated he felt this was not the answer; he could see other things coming If this were passed. Councilman Blewett stated his Idea would be to cut the property tax by the amount received from the utility tax. Mr. Gibson stated we were almost at the top level of the property tax, and when that was reached we would have to live within our Income; he does not believe In deficit spending. Councilman Blewett stated that there was a possibility of the Watson Amendment being passed next year, which would ban the use of property tax for schools and for welfare, and extend cities to a $2 limit; the state would then be seeking more revenue; he stated he believes In government by the people at the local level. Mr. Gibson stated he also believed this, and that the local government should be strengthened, but he did not feel we should anticipate" what the state will do In a year or two. Councilman Hamilton stated that presently the property owners were the ones who were carrying the tax burden, and the charter would give the City the authority to spread the tax load thinner to obtain revenue from those people who are not now paying, or who are paying very little. Councilman Hamilton co-dented, to clarify his earlier statement regarding support of the members of the Commission, that he favored a charter city, and he felt the support of the commissioners would be very valuable, and they were all respected members of the conrounity and very likely their decisions would be considered by the citizens. He further commented that he felt the charter would strengthen local government, and would'not take rights away from the people, but would extend them more rights. Geoffrey Market 1, 4544 N. Landls Avenue, stated he was GEOFFREY MARKELL In opposition to the section of the charter which extends 4544 N. LANDIS the purchasing power of staff members on an Informal basis to $10,000; he felt the purchasing power should be established. In all cases, by formal competitiveness, because he felt the taxpayers deserve the assurance that the best price had been obtained for the product or services delivered. Discussion followed, during which City Attorney Flandrick reviewed the procedures necessary for purchase of supplies and equipment, and letting public works contracts, explain* Ing that there Is bidding on the jobs under $10,000, but Continued) BIB] 37659-U01 1971-U02 08-U02 04-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO9591-U03 FO9838-U03 DO9940-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 2/6/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 1971 08 04 CC MIN(Ìì×ž 1971 08 04 CC MIN(Ìì×ž peCC6^C93 Regular Meeting of the Baldwin Park City Council August 4, 1971 Page 12 Councilman McCaron connented that usually, when cities are Incorporating, the general law city Is the easiest way, because everything Is prepared In advance; however, Baldwin Park Is now at the stage where we should be looking toward our own Interests. Councllnan Hamilton asked whether the charter city would give the City the power to tax mobile courts, mobile homes, motels, and truck yards and trucks which are based In the city. City Attorney Flandrick stated a business license tax could be Imposed In whatever amount desired, and a tax could be Imposed on motels, truck yards and trucks; however, no tax could be Imposed on mobile homes because they have several constitutional and statutory exemptions. Councilman McCaron made the observation that there is a state regulation on further taxes, so the areas In which the City can move are limited. Mayor Gregory directed that Councilman Blewett meet with the City Clerk to make arrangements for setting up an inforutlonal meeting for the citizens. Mayor Gregory continued the matter of the proposed city charter to the next regular meeting on August 18, 1971. There were no objections. 00- City Clerk Balkus presented a request from Mr. W. McCall for refund of a deposit placed when he filed for two relocation permits at about the same time the moratorium was placed on relocations. His cost was $220. He now wishes to apply the money to building permits. A refund of $176 was recomnended $220 less 20%). COUNCILMAN BLEWETT MOVED THAT A REFUND OF $176 BE PAID TO MR. MC CALL. COUNCILMAN HAMILTON SECONDED. Roll call, There were no objections. The motion carried and was so ordered. 00- Acting City Manager Balkus reviewed the bids received to furnish asphalt for the fiscal year 1971-72. She reconnended that the contract be awarded to Associated Asphalt, 1313 W. Gladstone, Azusa, to furnish the specified materials and services for the twelve-months period, for the prices submitted. COUNCIUWN KING MOVED THAT THE CONTRACT TO FURNISH ASPHALT, BARBER GREENE AND ROLLER FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 1971-72 BE AWARDED TO ASSOCIATED ASPHALT FOR THE PRICES SUBMITTED, COUNCILMAN BLEWETT SECONDED. Roll ca11« There were no objections. The motion carried and was so ordered. 00- Acting City Manager Balkus presented a request for penmssion to purchase an adding machine for the Finance Department, at a cost of $269.55; this aoount was not included In the 1971-72 budget. The purchase is necessitated by an unforeseen breakdown in equipment, which is past any repair guarantee. She requested that the budget be increased and that penrission be granted to purchase a new machine. Continued) MEETING TO BE ARRANGED CHARTER CONTINUED TO 8/18/71 REQUEST FOR REFUND RELOCATION PERMITS W. MC CALL REFUND $176 TO MR. MC CALL ASPHALT-CONCRETE 1971-72 CONTRACT AWARDED TO ASSOCIATED ASPHAI 1313 W. GLADSTONE AZUSA PURCHASE OF ADDING MACHINE FOR FINANCE DEPT. BIB] 37659-U01 1971-U02 08-U02 04-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO9591-U03 FO9838-U03 DO9940-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 2/6/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 1971 08 04 CC MIN(Ìì×žpeG005C94 Regular Meeting of the Baldwin Park City Council 1971 August 4, Page 13 COUNCILMAN BLEWETT MOVED THAT THE BUDGET BE INCREASED AND PERMISSION BE GRANTED FOR THE PURCHASE OF AN ADDING MACHINE AT A COST OF $269.55 INCLUDING TRADE-IN. COUNCILMAN HAMILTON SECONDED. Roll call. There were no objections. The motion carried and was so ordered. 00- Acting City Manager Balkus presented a request for a leave of absence by Mrs. Lillian Budge, key punch operator, from September 2 through November 30, 1971. She recommended that the leave of absence be approved, and permission be granted to fill the vacancy with a temporary employee. COUNCILMAN BLEWETT MOVED THAT A LEAVE OF ABSENCE BE GRANTED LILLIAN BUDGE FROM SEPTEMBER 2 THROUGH NOVEMBER 30. 1971 AND THAT THE VACANCY BE FILLED WITH A TEMPORARY EMPLOYEE. COUNCILMAN KING SECONDED. There were no objections. The motion carried and was so ordered. 00- Acting City Manager Balkus presented the matter of a floating" birthday holiday for permanent employees for Council's consideration. She stated that this item had been presented to the City Council on June 22, 1971 in the Memorandum of Agreement between the employees and the City Manager; this fringe benefit was acceptable to the employees in lieu of other requests, and there will be no additional cost to the city. City Attorney Flandrick recommended amendment of the Personnel Rules and Regulations to provide for such a' holiday, said holiday being retroactive to July 1, 1971, should Council desire to approve the holiday. Amending the Personnel Rules and Regulations entails a public hearing before the Personnel Board and before the City Council. Councilman King commented that if this were to be a floating" holiday, he felt the employee should be able to use the day at his discretion, and not be restricted to his birthday, provided the department head could release him at the requested time. Councilman McCaron felt that if a holiday were granted, it should be a specific date. Discussion followed. COUNCILMAN BLEWETT MOVED THAT THE MATTER BE REFERRED TO THE PERSONNEL BOARD FOR THEIR DETERMINATION. COUNCILMAN KING SECONDED. Roll call. There were no objections. The motion carried and was so ordered. 00- Acting City Manager Balkus read by title: RESOLUTION NO. 71-203 DESIGNATING PERSONNEL AUTHORIZED TO SIGN WARRANTS COUNCILMAN MC CARON MOVED THAT RESOLUTION NO. 71-203 BE ADOPTED AND THAT FURTHER READING BE WAIVED. COUNCILMAN HAMILTON SECONDED. There were no objections. The motion carried and was so ordered. 00- INCREASE BUDGET; PERMISSION GRANTED FOR PURCHASE OF ADDING MACHINE $269.55 REQUEST FOR LEAVE OF ABSENCE LILLIAN BUDGE LEAVE OF ABSENCE GRANTED 9/2 THRU 11/30/71 FLOATING" BIRTHDAY HOLIDAY FOR PERMANENT EMPLOYEES REFER TO PERSONNEL BOARD FOR DETERMINATION RES. NO. 71-203 PERS. AUTHORIZED TO SIGN WARRANTS RES. NO. 71-203 ADOPTED BIB] 37659-U01 1971-U02 08-U02 04-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO9591-U03 FO9838-U03 DO9940-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 2/6/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 1971 08 04 CC MIN(Ìì×žpeC005095 Regular Meeting of the Baldwin Park City Council City Engineer French reviewed his report on the initiation of Short Form 1911 Act Case Nos. 71-S-58, on the northwest side of Vineland Avenue between Rexwood Street and Merced Avenue, for sidewalk and drive approach; 71-S-59, on the east side of Bteecker Street between Arrow Highway and Nubia Street, for curb and gutter; 71-S-60, on the south side of Palm Avenue between Walnut Street and Merced Avenue, for curb and gutter; 71-S-61, on the south side of Palm Avenue between Merced Avenue and Jerry Avenue, for curb and gutter; 71-S-62, on the south side of Palm Avenue between Baldwin Park Boulevard and Maine Avenue, for curb and gutter; and 71-S-63. on the north side of Palm Avenue between Baldwin Park Boulevard and Maine Avenue, for curb and gutter. RESOLUTION NO. 71-201 DECLARING INTENTION TO CAUSE CONSTRUCTION OF CERTAIN IMPROVEMENTS PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF SECTION 5870 ET SEQ.. OF THE STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA 71-S-58. 59. 60. 61. 62 & 63) COUNCILMAN BLEWETT MOVED THAT RESOLUTION NO. 71-201 BE ADOPTED AND THAT FURTHER READING BE WAIVED. COUNCILMAN KING SECONDED. There were no objections. The motion carried and was so ordered. 00- City Engineer French reviewed the Traffic Committee Report, and the Corramttee's recommendations regarding the double- double lines on Francisquito Avenue and on Baldwin Park Boulevard, and a sight distance problem at the intersection of Morgan Street and Cricket Lane. The Committee recommended that the double-double lines on Baldwin Park Boulevard be broken, with the exception of the last 100 feet where traffic equipment is in the street. This will add protection to the equipment, and help the sight distance in cases where the equipment will block the vision of the oncoming vehicles. The Comnittee further recomnended that the Island at Garvoy and Francisquito be reduced In size to allow for a two-way left turn pocket in Francisquito Avenue, at a cost to the City of approximately $2,000; that the last 80 feet of the approach to Puente Avenue be restricted to left turn movements, and that the area between Maine and Baldwin Park Boulevard be restricted to left turn movements, because of the proximity of the traffic control equipment and the location of the pocket for left turns onto Maine Avenue. The Comnittee also recommended that Cricket Lane be made a one-way street from Morgan Street to Palm Avenue, which will reduce the sight distance Interference on Cricket Lane at Morgan Street. Discussion followed, during which Councilman McCaron asked whether the problems had been solved for all the businesses from which there had been complaints about the double-double lines. City Engineer French stated they had; however, there had been a complaint about the taco stand, but there was never a restriction on left turns at that location. Mr. Tom Colwick, 3438 N. Maine Avenue, stated his businesses paid sales taxes of about $100,000. and he felt $2,000 was not an unreasonable amount to afford the necessary help to the businesses in the area. Councilman King concurred. Continued) August 4. 1971 Page 14 S. F. INITIATION 71-.S-58 S&DA) 71-S-59 C&G; 71-S-60 C&G' 71-S-61 C&G; 71-S-62 C&G) 71-S-63 C&G) RES. NO. 71-201 DECLARE INTENT CAUSE CONSTRUCTION 71-S-58. 59, 60, 61. 62. 63 RES. NO. 71-201 ADOPTED TRAFFIC COMMITTEE REPORT TON COLWICK 3438 N. MAINE AVE. BIB] 37659-U01 1971-U02 08-U02 04-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO9591-U03 FO9838-U03 DO9940-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 2/6/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 1971 08 04 CC MIN(Ìì×žpeCC05C9S Regular Meeting of the Baldwin Park City Council August 4. 1971 Page 15 City Engineer French read by title: RESOLUTION NO. 71-206 IMPOSING CERTAIN VEHICULAR TRAFFIC REGULATIONS COUNCILMAN BLEWETT MOVED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE THE TRAFFIC COMMITTEE REPORT DATED AUGUST 4. 1971. AND THAT RESOLUTION NO. 71-206 BE ADOPTED AND THAT FURTHER READING BE WAIVED. COUNCILMAN KING SECONDED. There were no objections. The motion carried and was so ordered. 00- City Engineer French reviewed his report on a petition by property owners requesting an opening and a sidewalk be provided for access to the Athol Overcrossing. He stated this had been a constant maintenance problem to the City, because the residents continually break a hole In the existing fence, as well as children destroying landscaping and damaging the sprinkler system. Discussion followed regarding responsibility for construc- tion in this area, since some state property is involved. City Engineer French stated that there were no access rights for the people through there, because the state had bought the access rights, and he felt the state's response would be that the City was required to maintain the fence and block the access. The City Engineer stated he felt the $750 cost to the City for this construction was a reasonable one, and the overall effect might be well worth the expenditure by reducing the maintenance cost and eliminating a situation that is presently virtually Impossible to control. Councilman Blewett commented that this access would allow foot traffic to the shopping center at Frazier and Bess, which would provide some revenue for the City» COUNCILMAN BLEWETT MOVED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL CONCUR WITH THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE CITY ENGINEER TO PROVIDE AN OPENING IN THE FENCE AND A SIDEWALK FOR ACCESS TO THE ATHOL OVERCROSSING. COUNCILMAN KING SECONDED. There were no objections. The motion carried and was so ordered. 00- City Engineer French reviewed his report regarding the sale of Siesta Avenue, stating that the City Council had previously approved the sale to the abutting property owners. These people have since decided they did not wish to purchase the property. Personal Christianity Chapel has Indicated their desire to purchase the entire property, erect a block watt around it, pave it, and use it for overflow parking. City Engineer French stated that the plan had been approved by all of the abutting property owners and the Planning Commission, and he recomnended sale of the property to Personal Christianity Chapel be approved. Councilman McCaron raised a question regarding access of the rear house on the lot. City Engineer French explained that the access was to Pacific Avenue, and that Siesta Avenue had never been developed or dedicated. Discussion followed. RES. NO. 71-206 IMPOSE TRAFFIC.REGS APPROVE TRAFFIC COMM. REPORT AND ADOPT RES. 71-206 PETITION FOR SIDEWALK ON ATHOL OVERCROSSING OPENING IN FENCE AND SIDEWALK TO BE PROVIDED FOR ACCESS TO ATHOL OVERCROSSING SALE OF EXCESS PROPERTY SIESTA AVE. Continued) BIB] 37659-U01 1971-U02 08-U02 04-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO9591-U03 FO9838-U03 DO9940-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 2/6/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 1971 08 04 CC MIN(Ìì×žpeGO&SC&7 Regular Meeting of the Baldwin Park City Council 1971 Auqust 4, Page 16 City Engineer French stated that Siesta Avenue was never Intended to serve the rear lot. COUNCILMAN BLEWETT MOVED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL CONCUR WITH THE CITY ENGINEER'S RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE THE SALE OF SIESTA AVENUE TO THE PERSONAL CHRISTIANITY CHAPEL. COUNCILMAN KING SECONDED. There were no objections. The motion carried and was so ordered. 00- Acting City Manager Balkus stated that the City employees had been meeting regarding the Insurance program, and that they wished to make a presentation, Ken Caresio, President of the City Employees Association, stated that he. Finance Director Duncan, and other menfcers of the Association had been meeting with other Insurance companies In an attempt to obtain a reduced rate. In view of the recent Increase in rates by Aetna• The only company which had come up with a reasonable program was Blue Cross. Mr. Caresio asked for Council's concurrence to change to Blue Cross should the employees, through an election, so choose. He Indicated the change would allow some savings to the City as well as to the employees. Finance Director Duncan commented that in May, Aetna advised that employees' claims totaled $54,000 and premiums paid totaled $46,000; hence, the reason for the rate increase. She stated that many employees had indicated they could not afford the Increase and would likely be forced to drop insurance coverage, and this had precipitated the investigation into other insurance plans. She presented a brief summary of the proposed Blue Cross coverage. Mrs. Duncan explained that the deductible would be Increased under the Blue Cross plan, from the present $50 to $100 for the employee, and from $100 to $250 for a family. Discussion followed. COUNCILMAN KING MOVED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL CONCUR WITH THE VOTE OF THE MAJORITY OF THE CITY EWLOYEES. COUNCILMAN BLEWETT SECONDED. There were no objections. The motion carried and was so ordered. 00- Planning Director Gordon reviewed his report regarding upgrading the central business district. He outlined a three-point program. Including a comnttee to be set up through the Chamber of Commerce to revitalize downtown Baldwin Park; have the conmittee study alternatives and set up a two-year program; and the City, through the Planning, Engineering and Building Departments, would provide the staff for the studies. The report listed seven major problems with the downtown section, all of which could not be worked on In one year, because of the physical and monetary load; however, strong Interest was expressed In two major Items Continued) SALE OF SIESTA AVE. TO PERSONAL CHRISTIANITY CHAPEL APPROVED CITY EMPLOYEES INSURANCE PROGRAM KEN CARESIO PRESIDENT, CEA CONCUR WITH VOTE OF MAJORITY OF CITY EMPLOYEES REPORT RE CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT BIB] 37659-U01 1971-U02 08-U02 04-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO9591-U03 FO9838-U03 DO9940-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 2/6/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 1971 08 04 CC MIN(Ìì×žpeW:Q5G98 Regular Meeting of the Baldwin Park City Council August 4, 1971 Paoe 17 remodeling of the store fronts, and maintenance and cleaning up of the sidewalks. He stated that his report was informational, to bring to Council's attention what could be done and what the property owners are trying to do. Councilman Hamilton comnended the Chamber of Commerce for the active part they are taking In the revitalizatlon of the business district. 00- City Clerk Balkus read by title: CHAMBER OF COMMERCE COWENDED RESOLUTION NO. 71-207 REAPPOINTING ROBERT MC CORD TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION COUNCILMAN KING MOVED THAT RESOLUTION KO. 71-207 BE ADOPTED AND THAT FURTHER READING BE WAIVED. COUNCILMAN HAMILTON SECONDED. There were no objections. The motion carried and was so ordered. 00- City Clerk Balkus read by title: RES. NO. 71-207 REAPPOINT ROBERT MC CORD TO PLANNING COMMISSION RES. NO, 71-207 ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 603 AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF SAID CITY. AND REZONING CERTAIN HEREIN DESCRIBED REAL PROPERTY FROM ZONE R-3 TO ZONE R-l ZONE CASE NO. Z-342) COUNCILMAN MC CARON MOVED THAT FURTHER READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 603 BE WAIVED. COUNCILMAN BLEWETT SECONDED, There were no objections. The motion carried and was so ordered. COUNCILMAN MC CARON MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO. 603 BE ADOPTED. COUNCILMAN BLEWETT SECONDED. There were no objections. The motion carried and was so ordered. 00- City Clerk Balkus read by title: ORO. NO. 603 AMEND ZONING MAP R-3 TO R*l Z-342) FURTHER READING WAIVED ORD. NO. 603 ORD. NO. 603 ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 604 AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF SAID CITY, AND REZONING CERTAIN HEREIN DESCRIBED REAL PROPERTY FROM ZONE R-3 TO ZONE R-l ZONE CASE NO. Z-343) COUNCILMAN BLEWETT MOVED THAT FURTHER READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 604 BE WAIVED. COUNCILMAN HAMILTON SECONDED. There were no objections. The motion carried and was so ordered. COUNCILMAN BLEWETT MOVED THAT ORDINANCE NO. 604 BE ADOPTED. COUNCILMAN HAMILTON SECONDED. There were no objections. The motion carried and was so ordered. 00- ORO. NO. 604 AMEND ZONING MAP R-3 TO R-l Z-343) FURTHER READING WAIVED ORD. NO. 604 ORO. NO. 604 ADOPTED BIB] 37659-U01 1971-U02 08-U02 04-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO9591-U03 FO9838-U03 DO9940-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 2/6/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 1971 08 04 CC MIN(Ìì×žpe6005C99 Regular Meeting of the Baldwin Park City Council Mayor Gregory read a letter from Dr. Heidbreder. County Health Officer, expressing appreciation for the City's promotion and participation In the Rubella Sunday" Immunization campaign on June 6, 1971. Included with the letter was a certificate of appreciation to the Baldwin Park City Council for their participation. 00- Councllman McCaron stated that the architects, Flelshman and Associates, have designs for a new City Hall and would like to make a presentation at the next Council meeting, August 18, 1971. Mayor Gregory stated that the Council would certainly be Interested In the presentation, and that Mr. Flelshman would be given time on the Agendd to present his designs. 00- Finance Director Duncan stated that the final figures on the property tax assessed valuation were now available, and she suggested that Council adjourn to a meeting to consider budget Items that had been tentatively approved pending this Information. August 4, 1971 Page 18 LETTER OF APPRECIATION FOR PARTICIPATION IN RUBELLA SUNDAY" ARCHITECTS TO PRESENT DESIGNS FOR NEW CITY HALL ON 8/18/71 ASSESSED VALUATION FIGURES AVAILABLE Discussion followed. DISCUSSION 00- AT 11:05 P.M. COUNCILMAN MC CARON MOVED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADJOURN TO TUESDAY. AUGUST 10, 1971 AT 7:30 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF THE CITY HALL. COUNCILMAN HAMILTON SECONDED. There were no objections. The motion carried and was so ordered. 00- ADJOURN 11:05 P.M. TO TUESDAY. 8/10/71 7:30 P.M. SAr^ LZ^r- THB-HA L BALkUS. CITY CLERk—— 1971 /z^^^/ APPROVED: Date of Distribution to City Council: Date of Distribution to Departments: /^y^>L} 9 1971 1971 BIB] 37659-U01 1971-U02 08-U02 04-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO9591-U03 FO9838-U03 DO9940-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 2/6/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 1971 08 04 CC MIN(Ìì×žpeREGULAR MEETING OF THE BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS) 14403 East Pacific Avenue The City Council of the City of Baldwin Park met in regular session at the above place at 7:30 p.m. Councilman Blewett led the salute to the flag. Roil Call: Present: COUNCILMEN BLEWETT. HAMILTON. KING. MC CARON AND MAYOR GREGORY ACTING CITY MANAGER/CITY CLERK BALKUS. CITY ATTORNEY FLANDRICK. CITY ENGINEER FRENCH. PLANNING DIRECTOR GORDON, FINANCE DIRECTOR DUNCAN. CHIEF OF POLICE ADAMS. CITY TREASURER CODLING Also Present: 00- AUGUST 4, 1971 7:30 P.M. FLAG SALUTE ROLL CALL CONTINUATION OF PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Z-270 Application for a Zone Change from A-1 tight agricultural) Zone to M-1 light manufacturing) Zone or more restrictive use upon a parcel of land located at 5035 Eiton Street, City of Baldwin Park, County of Los Angeles, State of California. Applicants: R. Milosevich and M. Masanovich Continued from 7/21/71) Public Nuisance To determine whether nuisance exists 2. 71-N-44 13952 Ramona Boulevard 3. Proposed City Charter 00- CONTINUATION OF PUBLIC HEARINGS CONTINUED TO NOVEMBER 17. 1971 CONTINUED TO AUGUST 18. 1971 CONTINUED TO AUGUST 18, 1971 AT 11:05 P.M. COUNCILMAN MC CARON MOVED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADJOURN TO TUESDAY, AUGUST 10. 1971 AT 7:30 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF THE CITY HALL. COUNCILMAN HAMILTON SECONDED. There were no objections. The motion carried and was so ordered. 00- ADJOURN 11:05 P.M. TO TUESDAY. 8/10/71 7:30 P.M. FhELMA L. 6ALKUS, CtTY tiEftk DATED: AUGUST 5. 1971 TIME: 10:00 A.M. BIB] 37659-U01 1971-U02 08-U02 04-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO9591-U03 FO9838-U03 DO9940-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 2/6/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 1971 08 04 CC MIN(Ìì×žpeAFFIDAVIT OF POSTING NOTICE OF AMOURNMENT OF MEETING STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES) SS: CITY OF BALDWIN PARK THELMA L« BALKUS, being first duly sworn, says and deposes: that I am the duly chosen, qualified and acting City Clerk of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park; that at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park held August 4____^ 19 71 said meeting was ordered adjourned to the time and place specified In the Notice of the Adjournment ATTACHED HERETO: that on August 5____, ig 71 at the hour of 10^00 a.m,, I posted a copy of said Notice at a conspicuous place on or near the door of the place at which said meeting of August 4 19^J__. was held. TtiELMA L.^BALKUS. fi^C& Subscribed and sworn to before me this /) day of t 19 7/. Notary Public in and Tor sa County and State 0[ FILIAL \L THELMA S. DUNCAN MOTARV PUBLIC CALIFORNIA LOP ANUELES COUNTY MyCcm^ission ExpirpsFph 25,197') 14403 E. Pacific Ave., Baldwin Parh, Caiif 91706 BIB] 37659-U01 1971-U02 08-U02 04-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO9591-U03 FO9838-U03 DO9940-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 2/6/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 1971 08 04 CC MIN(Ìì×žpeREGULAR MEETING OF THE BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS) 14403 East Pacific Avenue The City Council of the City of Baldwin Park met in regular session at the above place at 7:30 p.m. Councilman Blewett led the salute to the flag. COUNCILMEN BLEWETT. HAMILTON KING. MC CARON AND MAYOR GREGORY Roll Call: Present: ACTING CITY MANAGER/CITY CLERK BALKUS. CITY ATTORNEY FLANDRICK. CITY ENGINEER FRENCH. PLANNING DIRECTOR GORDON. FINANCE DIRECTOR DUNCAN. CHIEF OF POLICE ADAMS. CITY TREASURER CODLING Also Present: AUGUST 4, 1971 7:30 P.M. FLAG SALUTE ROLL CALL 00- AT 11:05 P.M. COUNCILMAN MC CARON MOVED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADJOURN TO TUESDAY. AUGUST 10. 1971 AT 7:30 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF THE CITY HALL. COUNCILMAN HAMILTON SECONDED. There were no objections. The motion carried and was so ordered, 00- ADJOURN 11:05 P.M. TO TUESDAY. 8/10/71 7:30 P.M. y^A^ HELMA L. fajS> tITV CLtEftK DATED: AUGUST 5. 1971 TIME: 10:00 A.M. BIB] 37659-U01 1971-U02 08-U02 04-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO9591-U03 FO9838-U03 DO9940-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 2/6/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 peC005C92 Regular Meeting of the Baldwin Park City Council without the detailed plans and specifications and publication required on sealed bids. Mrs. Amos Slater, 4814 N. Stancroft Street, stated she was In agreement with Mr. Blewett's suggestion of having people of varying opinions meet in groups to try to reach a compromise, as she felt this might serve to clarify a lot of questions people might have. Mayor Gregory asked Councilman Blewett for his suggestions as to what type of meetings he would favor for this purpose. He stated it could be a town ha11 type of meeting, or an informal comnittee of the Council and the City Attorney who would meet with the citizens. Councilman Hamilton stated he would like added to the charter the provision that no elected official would be permitted to hold a full-time job with the City. Councilman King agreed that this would be a good pro- vision. In answer to Councilman Blewett's question. City Attorney Flandrick stated this would be a valid and constitutional provision; however, he suggested the provision be placed in the merit system that an employee may become an elected official of the City, but as of the date of the election, and upon succeeding to the elective office, the employee would automatically relinquish his full-time position with the City. Referring to Section 1103, Tax Levies, Councilman McCaron asked whether the property tax would remain as it presently is. City Attorney Flandrick stated that was correct; this would authorize only the same thing which is now permitted insofar as the General Law city is concerned, as to property tax. Councilman McCaron asked, if the City Imposed a particular tax, for Instance the hotel tax, and the state decided to Institute a similar tax, would this void the City's tax. City Attorney Flandrick stated it would. He commented that many times after a charter city Imposes a tax, eventually a general law city gets a chance to Impose the same tax; however, if the state Imposed a similar tax, the local taxes would be excluded and the revenue would go to the state, but this would not affect a charter city which had imposed this tax. Councilman McCaron commented that a major consideration was the distribution of taxes, and the cigarette tax was what brought the matter to the attention of the people. He stated that there will probably be a utility tax Imposed by the state, which will allow the cities to participate In the tax, but the participation of general law cities Is subject to the assessments made by charter cities, and their demands must be met first, and then the general law cities will participate in the residue, which places them at a disadvantage. He stated he felt there should be meetings held, as suggested, so any opposition could be clarified and satisfied before the charter is put before the people in an election. He suggested that if comnlttees are formed, several members of the original Study Commission should be Included. Continued) August 4, 1971 Paqe 11 MRS. AMOS SLATER 4814 N. STANCROFT BIB] 37659-U01 1971-U02 08-U02 04-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO9591-U03 FO9838-U03 DO9940-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 2/6/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06